EXCLUSIVE: Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 Spotted Testing
Test mule reveals interesting details about the upcoming 650cc bike
Test mule reveals interesting details about the upcoming 650cc bike
After being spotted testing earlier this year, the Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 has been seen once again, this time in the state of Tamil Nadu. The round headlight on the test mule is a halogen one, similar to the one we’ve seen on the Royal Enfield Classic 350. The turn indicators are also halogen units.
Unlike the Super Meteor 650, the handlebar is low and wide on the Shotgun 650 test mule, whereas the rider’s footpegs are mid-set, resulting in a slightly forward-biased riding stance. The motorcycle gets split seats for better practicality, unlike the single seat layout on the SG650 Concept. That said, the pillion seat might be removable, in line with the traditional bobber styling, for those who want a cleaner look.
The console gets a larger main pod (likely to be the same semi-digital unit as the Royal Enfield Meteor 350’s), and a smaller Tripper Navigation pod.
The upcoming RE Shotgun 650 is likely to use the same 648cc parallel-twin air-/oil-cooled motor that also powers the Interceptor 650 and the Continental GT 650. This engine delivers 47.65PS and 52Nm in the 650 twins, and it could carry over the same tune in the cruiser. In a first for a production Royal Enfield motorcycle, an inverted fork can be seen on the bike, similar to the one on the Super Meteor 650.
Other underpinnings on the upcoming bike include twin shock absorbers at the rear and ByBre brakes at both ends with dual-channel ABS. While the 650 twins have the front brake on the left, the disc on this motorcycle is on the right side, and the entire shebang runs on alloy wheels.
We expect Royal Enfield to launch this motorcycle after the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650, which is expected to be launched later this year. If it does arrive when we expect it to, the Shotgun 650 won’t have any natural rivals in India. It could be priced around Rs 3.15 lakh (ex-showroom) and is likely to debut in the first half of 2023
Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 User Reviews
This is an excellent bike and had great fun riding. The back seat is include along with the bike. Had 1250km run including office travel and long rides and it has been fun doing both. Great comfort. The sheet metal grey gives a batmobile feel and experience. Looks damn good without the back seat, I generally carry it in my backpack.Read More
The reason I buy this bike was to get a reliable bike with price range up to 5 lakh, and I wanted a comfort and a good looking bike, so rather than getting GT 650 I chose this, and honestly I didn't regret my decision. Its a bike with comfort and power. Even Super meteor is there but that is more suitable for Long ride. So for shorter and comfy ride I chose Shotgun 650. Talking about positives, Really good looking bike, you we be the centre of attraction. Royal Enfield reliable engine with one of the best performance in this segments. Gives confidence on high speed. Talking about the Negatives, its a Heavy bike, so not suitable for every person, heating issue, not a major issue as this is ha heavy bike and so this is common. Yes, a person who want a good looking bike with a satisfying mileage and comfort and suitable for city rides. Even a person who want long tours with this bike is also possible but still there are better touring bike with this price range.Read More
This looks very cool on road. I'm impressed by his looks, and it come with 650cc engine. It gives me extra attention on road. I also looked for re super meteor650 but I personally love this one. It's seat height, exhaust everything is amazing. It's feels very comfortable while riding. I went for long ride with this bike around 130 km from patna to my home town it felt so comfortable. However, the mileage is less It gives u around 17 - 18 per litre. I personally recommend this bike to people age above 25 because it is a strong machine with heavy weight. Even this bike is so stable but it needs power to handle. It's gives u old bullet vibe with extra features and power overloaded .Read More
Best bike in this segment I love this bike not because this is good looking but also it gives you comfortable riding experience. I would suggest you if you are looking for a 650 Cc super bike under 5 lacks budget please go for it because it has super performance super stylish and super comfort. It not a bike it is a super bike.Read More
This bike is very good both in terms of looks and ride. When I bought this bike I thought I had bought a very expensive bike but after a few days I can't tell you how much the price of the bike has increased.Every person sees the bike and praises it, only then the value of the bike is known ye bahut achi bike ha Read More