New 2018 Royal Enfield Interceptor INT 650 : Images, Tech Specs, Expected Price And India Launch Date

Royal Enfield has unveiled its ground-up modern twin motorcycles, the Interceptor INT 650 and the Continental GT 650, at the EICMA Motor Show, Milan. The Interceptor INT 650 ushers in the idea of the 1960’s fun, relaxed motorcycles from the sun-drenched California beaches.

New 2018 Royal Enfield Interceptor INT 650 Expected Prices

While there is no official announcement on the pricing front, we expect Royal Enfield Interceptor INT 650 to be priced aroun INR 4 lakh mark.

New 2018 Royal Enfield Interceptor INT 650 Expected India Launch Date

The motorcycle will first be launched in the European market. Royal Enfield officials remained tight-lipped about any details of India launch.

New 2018 Royal Enfield Interceptor INT 650 Design and Styling

With its classic tear-drop shaped fuel-tank, quilted twin-seat and distinctive wide braced handlebars, the Interceptor INT 650 looks every bit the stunning Roadster that it is. The motorcycle is built around the all-new, dedicated steel-tube cradle chassis. The chassis has been developed from the ground up by the team at Royal Enfield’s UK Technology Centre, and Harris Performance.

The wide-braced handlebars are claimed to offer comfortable ergonomics and a confident and commanding riding position. The motorcycle is equipped with classic 18” front and rear Pirelli tyres and twin shock absorbers, along with front and rear disc brakes with ABS. Ground clearance is rated at 174mm while the saddle is 804 mm tall. The Interceptor INT 650 will be available three colour options – Orange Crush, Ravishing Red and Silver Spectre and two distinct styles – Standard and Retro Custom. While the Standard range of colourways take inspiration from the motorcycles of the 50’s and 60’s, the Retro Custom range is a bolder version of graphics and colours.

New 2018 Royal Enfield Interceptor INT 650 Engine and Performance

The new Royal Enfield Interceptor INT 650 uses the first modern Royal Enfield 650 twin engine. This new platform is a single overhead cam, 8 valve, air/oil-cooled, 648cc parallel twin, producing 47bhp of power and 52Nm of torque. The engine is tuned for a strong low and mid-range performance, retaining the Royal Enfield character of accessible torque through the rev range. Also new to the Royal Enfield Interceptor INT 650, is the six speed gearbox. The gearbox is augmented by its ‘slip/assist’ clutch.

New 2018 Royal Enfield Interceptor INT 650 Safety

The new 2018 Royal Enfield Interceptor INT 650 sports disc brakes front and the rear with ABS as standard.

New 2018 Royal Enfield Interceptor INT 650 Accessories

The Continental GT 650 and the Interceptor INT 650 will have a whole suite of Royal Enfield Genuine Motorcycle Accessories which will include:

Engine guards
Lifting handle
Pannier mounts
Auxiliary electrical port

The range also includes styling accessories such as:

Chrome and stainless steel silencer slip-ons
Acrylic fly-screen
Single and twin-seat cowls
Soft canvas panniers

New 2018 Royal Enfield Interceptor INT 650 Technical Specifications

Engine Specifications
Type	648cc parallel twin, 4 stroke, 270 degree crank, single overhead cam, air-oil cooled
Power	47bhp @ 7100rpm
Torque	52Nm @ 4000rpm
Bore x Stroke	78mm x 67.8mm
Compression Ratio	9.5:1
Gearbox	6 speed with ‘slip/assist’ clutch
Fuel Management	Fuel injection
Ignition	Digital spark ignition – TCI
Frame	Steel tubular, double cradle frame
Front Suspension	41 mm front fork, 110 mm travel
Rear Suspension	Twin coil-over shocks, 88 mm travel
L x H x W	2122 mm x 1165 mm x 789 mm
Ground Clearance	174 mm
Seat Height	804 mm
Tank Capacity	13.7 Litres
Kerb Weight (no fuel)	202 kg
Rake	24 degrees
Front Wheel	2.50 x 18”
Rear Wheel	3.50 x 18”
Front Tyre	100/90-18
Rear Tyre	130/70-18
Front Brake	320 mm disc, ABS
Rear Brake	240 mm disc, ABS