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2020Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

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The 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is a retro roadster powered by Royal Enfield's twin-cylinder engine. Its air-cooled 648cc parallel twin makes 47 hp at 7,100 rpm and 52 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. ABS, an 804 mm seat, 202 kg wet weight and 13.7-litre tank come as standard.

Capacity
648.0 ccm
Engine
Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Wet weight
202.0 kg
Seat height
804 mm
Power
47.0 HP (34.3 kW) @ 7100 RPM
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 32Agility 59Comfort 68Off-road 15Touring 55Road manners 65
Off-road & trail15%
Cornering55%
City riding65%
Daily riding68%
Touring55%
Two-up55%
Track20%
Best for
Built for laid-back retro cruising, weekend rides, and everyday commuting rather than outright performance.
Built for
A charming, air-cooled parallel twin with old-school looks, mellow torque delivery, and an unhurried, soulful riding experience.
Not ideal for
Not suited to riders chasing high speed, aggressive cornering performance, or serious off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 804mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
648.0 ccm
Power
47.0 HP (34.3 kW) @ 7100 RPM
Torque
52.0 Nm (5.3 kgf-m) @ 4000 RPM
Engine type
Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.2327 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
78.0 x 67.8 mm
Compression
9.5:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
Digital spark ignition
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet multi-plate
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1398 mm
Overall length
2122 mm
Overall width
789 mm
Overall height
1165 mm
Seat height
804 mm
Wet weight
202.0 kg
Fuel capacity
13.70 litres
Ground clearance
174 mm
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Steel tubular, double cradle frame
Front suspension
41 mm front fork
Rear suspension
Twin coil-over shocks
Front wheel travel
110 mm
Rear wheel travel
88 mm
Rake (fork angle)
24.0°
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. ABS
Front brakes diameter
320 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. ABS
Rear brakes diameter
240 mm
ABS
Yes
Front tyre
100/90-18
Rear tyre
130/70-18
Other
Color options
Silver Spectre, Baker Express, Mark Three, Glitter and Dust, Ravishing Red, Orange Crush

Specs last verified against published sources: .

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 20182020202220232026
Capacity 648 cc 648 cc 648 cc 648 cc 648 cc
Seat height 804 mm 804 mm 805 mm 805 mm 805 mm
Fuel capacity 13.7 L 13.7 L 13.7 L 13.7 L 13.7 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650?

The 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 has a Capacity of 648.0 ccm (39.54 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 have?

The 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 has a Power of 47.0 HP (34.3 kW) @ 7100 RPM.

How many gears does the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 have?

The 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650?

The 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 has a Torque of 52.0 Nm (5.3 kgf-m or 38.4 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM.

How much does the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 weigh?

The 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 has a Wet weight of 202.0 kg (445.3 pounds).

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