Royal Enfield is expanding its 650cc lineup with as many as five models in this range, the latest addition being the Interceptor-based scrambler called Bear 650. The next in this range will be the Classic 650 which also has been revealed in its full glory at the recently concluded EICMA 2024 last week.
Surely, Enfield would want to cash in on the Classic nameplate which has brought so much success to the brand over the last fifteen years. The underpinnings of Classic 650 bear close resemblance to the Super Meteor and the Shotgun. In fact, the Classic 650 shares a lot in common with the Shotgun both visually and functionally. Let us look at some of the key differences between the two models.
Royal Enfield Classic 650 vs Shotgun 650: Design
Both the Classic 650 and Shotgun 650 get a similar single-seater bobber style design with retro elements. However, the Shotgun looks more youthful and sporty while the Classic as usual, looks more old school retro. This mostly has to do with the colour options and the graphics offered in both motorcycles.
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Royal Enfield Classic 650 Bruntingthorpe. (Image: Royal Enfield)
Further, the Shotgun makes use of blacked-out internals and components lending it a sporty appeal whereas the Classic gets all chrome elements which makes the look more classy and timeless. Also, the Shotgun gets a shorter and more bulbous rear fender which resonates more with the traditional bobber style. To wrap it up, the taillight and the headlamp bezels in both the bikes are different.
Royal Enfield Classic 650 vs Shotgun 650: Features
Coming to features, the Classic rolls on wire-spoke wheels with tubed tyres as standard whereas the Shotgun benefits from tubeless tyres wrapped around alloy wheels. The equipment on offer is mostly the same on the 650cc models but Shotgun borrows the semi-digital round instrument console from Super Meteor, Meteor, Hunter, etc.
Royal Enfield Classic 650 vs Shotgun 650 console
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