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2026Royal Enfield Shotgun 650
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The 2026 Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 is a custom-styled cruiser built on Royal Enfield's air/oil-cooled 648cc parallel-twin platform shared with the Interceptor and Continental GT 650. It pairs a low, stripped-back cruiser stance with modern touches - a 43mm telescopic fork, twin rear shocks, dual-channel ABS and a 320mm front disc - aimed at riders wanting classic-cruiser styling without giving up contemporary brakes and electronics.
- Capacity
- 648.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 242.7 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 46.8 HP (34.9 kW) @ 7250 RPM
What’s new for the 2026 Royal Enfield Shotgun 650
vs the 2025| Spec | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | 240.0 kg (529.1 pounds) | 242.7 kg (535.1 pounds) |
| Fuel capacity | 13.60 litres (3.59 US gallons) | 13.80 litres (3.65 US gallons) |
| Front suspension | 43mm USD telescopic fork, Showa SSP-BP | 43mm telescopic fork |
| Front brakes | Single 320mm disc, with ByBre twin piston floating caliper | 2-piston floating caliper, 320mm disc w/ ABS |
| Rear brakes | Single 300mm disc, with ByBre twin piston floating caliper | 2-piston floating caliper, 300mm disc w/ ABS |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built as a stylish, easygoing cruiser for boulevard cruising, weekend rides, and casual street presence rather than speed or long-distance touring.
- Built for
- It has a laid-back, torque-driven personality with classic air/oil-cooled charm, emphasizing feel and style over sharp performance.
- Not ideal for
- This isn't the right choice for riders chasing high-speed thrills, aggressive cornering, 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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 648.0 ccm
- Power
- 46.8 HP (34.9 kW) @ 7250 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 115 CO2 g/km
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 4.89 L/100km (48.1 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 1.3 CO g/km
- Torque
- 52.3 Nm (5.3 kgf-m) @ 5650 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1928 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 78.0 x 67.8 mm
- Compression
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Oil & air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital electronic ignition
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multiplate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1465 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Wet weight
- 242.7 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.80 litres
- Ground clearance
- 140 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel tubular spine
- Front suspension
- 43mm telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Twin shocks, preload adjustable
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 89 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.3°
- Trail
- 101 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- 2-piston floating caliper, 320mm disc w/ ABS
- Rear brakes
- 2-piston floating caliper, 300mm disc w/ ABS
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 100/90-19 in.
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-18 in.
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 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 648 cc | 648 cc | 648 cc |
| Seat height | 795 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13.6 L | 13.8 L | 14.8 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Royal Enfield Shotgun 650?
The 2026 Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 has a Capacity of 648.0 ccm (39.54 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 have?
The 2026 Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 has a Power of 46.8 HP (34.9 kW) @ 7250 RPM.
How many gears does the Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 have?
The 2026 Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Royal Enfield Shotgun 650?
The 2026 Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 has a Torque of 52.3 Nm (5.3 kgf-m or 38.6 ft.lbs) @ 5650 RPM.
How much does the Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 weigh?
The 2026 Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 has a Wet weight of 242.7 kg (535.1 pounds).
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