Royal Enfield just recently introduced the third bike in its 650 cc line-up, i.e.
the Super Meteor 650.
The new motorbike is the most affordable twin-cylinder cruiser bike in the Indian market, and likewise includes a host of firsts from the brand name to set itself apart from the 650 twins.
Lets take a look at all the modifications that the new Super Meteor 650 has over the Interceptor 650 along with the Continental GT 650 -Design - & DimensionsUnlike the Interceptor 650, which is a roadster and the Continental GT 650 cafe racer, the Super Meteor 650 is a traditional cruiser, and hence, gets forward-set footpegs, in addition to a low stance with a 100 mm longer wheelbase as compared to the two other bikes.
The 740 mm seat height of the Super Meteor 650 is 64 mm lower than the Interceptor and Continental GT.Do note that the Super Meteor 650 is the heaviest Royal Enfield bike available in India, weighing in at 241 kg( with 90 %fuel & oil), which is substantially much heavier than the Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650, which weigh 202 kg(without fuel).
Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 First Ride Review|0-100 kmph Tested|TOI AutoFrame & SuspensionWhile the Super Meteor 650 is based upon the exact same platform as the Continental GT 650 and Interceptor 650, it uses a new frame that is built keeping in mind the cruisers characteristics.
The new frame is suspended on an 43 mm upside-down front fork, combined to pre-load adjustable twin shocks at the back.
In contrast, its 650 cc brother or sisters utilize a standard telescopic fork at the front.
The Super Meteor 650 is the very first Royal Enfield motorbike to be used with a USD fork suspension setup.Wheels & BrakesThe Continental GT and Interceptor are offered with the same 100/90 R18 front and 130/70 R18 rear tires with spoke wheels.
In contrast, the Super Meteor utilizes 100/90 R19 front and a 150/80 R16 section rear tyre.
Unlike the 650 twins, the Super Meteor 650 is equipped with tubeless tyres, with alloy wheels.The braking tasks on all 3 650 cc Royal Enfield motorbikes are taken care of by a 320 mm disc at the front.
Nevertheless, the brand-new Super Meteor gets a new 300 mm disc at the back, as against the 240 mm disc provided with the other 2 motorcycles.Accessories & FeaturesThe Super Meteor 650 is being provided with a host of devices which likewise include a large windscreen, LED indications, a traveler backrest, footpegs and hard panniers also.
The Super Meteor 650 is also geared up with the businesss most current digi-analogue instrument cluster with a floating LCD screen, along with the Tripper navigation system.
The Continental GT and Interceptor are offered with a standard analogue instrument cluster, with the Tripper navigation not even offered as an option.PricingPricing is a crucial aspect that distinguishes the new Super Meteor 650 from the Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650.
The Interceptor 650 is the most economical motorcycle here, with a base cost of Rs 2.89 lakh, while the Super Meteor 650 is the brand-new flagship Royal Enfield bike with prices starting from Rs 3.49 lakh, going all the way as much as Rs 3.79 lakh(all rates, ex-showroom ).
Take a look at the costs of all 3 Royal Enfield 650 cc motorbikes in the table below- MotorcycleSuper Meteor 650Continental GT 650Interceptor 650Price * Rs 3.49 lakh- Rs 3.79 lakhRs 3.06 lakh -Rs 3.32 lakhRs 2.89 lakh-Rs 3.32 lakh * All prices are ex-showroom, New DelhiWould you pick the brand-new Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 over the Continental GT 650 and Interceptor 650? Let us know your views in the remarks down below.