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    Honda CB500 vs Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650

    Should you buy Honda CB500 or Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Honda CB500 price in is Rs 2,75,000 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 price in is Rs 4,05,988 (ex-showroom). On the other hand, the power and torque of Super Meteor 650 stand at 47 PS and 52.3 Nm respectively. Honda offers the CB500 in 4 colours whereas the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 comes in 6 colours. Out of 133 user reviews, Super Meteor 650 scores 4.5 .

    CB500 vs Super Meteor 650

    Key HighlightsCB500Super Meteor 650
    Mileage -25 kmpl
    Max Power-47 PS @ 7250 rpm
    Body TypeRoadster BikesCruiser Bikes
    Engine TypeSingle-cylinder air-cooled with Oil cooled engineParallel Twin, 4 Stroke, SOHC, Air-Oil Cooled
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    Honda CB500 vs Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Comparison

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          Honda CB500
          Honda CB500
            Rs2,75,000*
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                Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650
                Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650
                  Rs4,05,988*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.3,19,153* Onwards
                Rs.4,62,676* Onwards
                Mileage
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                25 kmpl
                Max Power
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                47 PS @ 7250 rpm
                User Rating-
                4.5
                Based on Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Reviews
                Body Type
                EMI Starts₹ 8,736
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                ₹ 12,676
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.22,153
                CB500 Insurance
                Rs.24,209
                Super Meteor 650 Insurance
                ColoursPearl Igneous BlackPearl Deep Ground GrayAstral BlackAstral Green
                Brochure
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                Single-cylinder air-cooled with Oil cooled engine
                Parallel Twin, 4 Stroke, SOHC, Air-Oil Cooled
                Displacement
                501 cc
                648 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                1
                2
                Cooling System
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                Air & Oil Cooled
                Air & Oil Cooled
                Valves (per cylinder)
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                2
                Supply System
                Fuel Injection
                Fuel Injection
                Clutch
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                Wet, Multi Plate
                Gearbox
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                6 Speed
                Bore
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                78 mm
                Stroke
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                67.8 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                9.5 : 1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                bs6.2
                bs6.2
                Max Torque
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                52.3 Nm @ 5650 rpm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Features
                USB Charging Port
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                Yes
                Instrument Console Type
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                Analogue and Digital
                Analogue and Digital
                Bluetooth Connectivity
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                Bluetooth
                Navigation
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                Yes
                Roadside Assistance
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                Yes
                Speedometer
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                Digital
                Analogue
                Tripmeter
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                Digital
                Odometer
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                Analogue
                Digital
                Seat Type
                Single
                Split
                Clock
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                Yes
                Rear Footpegs
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                YesYes
                Features and Safety
                Braking Type
                Anti-lock Braking System
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                Service Due Indicator
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                Yes
                Fuel Gauge
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                Digital
                Additional Features/Information
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                Honda Selectable Torque
                ECO mode
                Performance
                Overall Mileage
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                25 kmpl
                Claimed Top Speed
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                160 kmph
                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
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                15.7 L
                Width
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                890 mm
                Length
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                2260 mm
                Height
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                1155 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
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                3.1 L
                Ground Clearance
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                135 mm
                Wheelbase
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                1500 mm
                Kerb Weight
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                241 kg
                Seat height
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                740 mm
                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running Lamps
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                Yes
                Low Fuel IndicatorNoYes
                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                320 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                300 mm
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                41 psi
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
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                41 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                36 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
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                41 psi
                Underpinnings
                Frame
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                Steel Tubular Spine Frame

                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons
                • Honda CB500

                  • Strong torque output of 43.3 Nm
                  • Multiple variant options to suit different buyer preferences

                  Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650

                  • It gets really premium fit and finish quality
                  • The torquey engine makes for a lovely riding experience
                  • Brakes on the Super Meteor 650 offer a pretty good bite and feedback
                • Honda CB500

                  • Instrument console isn’t that feature-packed

                  Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650

                  • You can really feel the heavy weight of the bike at slow speeds or on U-turns
                  • The suspension setup is pretty firm resulting in a slightly uncomfortable riding experience
                  • The most expensive Royal Enfield bike on sale

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                User Reviews of Comparison

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                  vikash on Oct 07, 2026
                  4.5
                  Good for long ride and pickup is very good.
                  Good and comfortable for long ride, best in cruiser segment. Made for comfortable ride and Royal Enfield make a premium bike. Thanks Royal Enfield for this wonderful bike. I love this bike's perfromance nd comfort. Seat is very amazing. Suspension works really well. Overall This is an excellent bike.
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                  asad on May 07, 2026
                  4.3
                  Perfect 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
                  Very good looking and powerful bike, Nice experience, strong feel, Some mileage issue. This colour is very attractive. Back seat supporter is very helpful. I have more interesting accessories for this bike, like wind shield big foot pads stylish side mirror. Extra focus light etc. all over very positive result.
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                  anas on Dec 22, 2025
                  4.8
                  I couldn’t seen ever bike like this
                  this is not a bike this is a lion and i never seen bike like this and little bit costly but value for money and so comfortable riding and look very cool classy and fantastic the bike was full loaded and so power full engine and performance is so good and the speed was like cheetah so fast and quick so power full pick up thankyou Royal Enfield for the beast
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                  mihir on Nov 13, 2025
                  5.0
                  Light, Smooth and Stylish
                  I needed a bike with good mileage and easy service. The design looked good too. Picked this one after test rides. It felt lighter and smoother than the rest. I wanted something fuel-efficient and comfortable. Smooth riding, no problems so far. Starts quick and clutch is very light. The ride quality is excellent. Mileage is good, and the handling gives confidence. I get around 55+ km/l consistently. The eco-friendly side was an extra reason to buy it. It’s perfect for office goers or college students. Doesn’t demand much maintenance. I recommend it for anyone who rides often. Great mix of comfort, mileage, and control. Doesn’t break the pocket and runs smoothly.
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                  chetan on Nov 13, 2025
                  5.0
                  Effortless Control and Comfort
                  I chose this model as it offered better mileage than others in same price. Also liked the upright sitting position, which helps during traffic rides. This one had everything I needed. Handles bumps easily, strong body. So far, rides are smooth. Clutch is light, brakes work fine, and suspension feels strong. Bit of vibration at top speed but okay. Starts easily, handles traffic well, and brakes are strong enough. Feels stable on highways too. Good for people who want a no-trouble bike. Mileage stays around 60 km/l and service cost is low. Overall, great value. Simple design, low maintenance, and good fuel economy. I wanted something long-lasting with steady mileage.
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                FAQs on Honda CB500 and Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650

                Q) Which bike among Honda CB500 and Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 is cheaper?

                A) Honda CB500 price starts at Rs 2,75,000 & Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 price starts at Rs 4,05,988 in Delhi . Honda CB500 is cheaper between these.
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