Royal Enfield has unveiled its latest twin-cylinder offering, the Bera 650 scrambler, based on the Interceptor 650. While the motorcycle is based on the Interceptor, there are some key changes to the chassis, suspension, engine, and other bits that differentiate the Bear 650 from its sibling, the Interceptor 650. Here’s a detailed look.
Royal Enfield Bear 650 vs Interceptor 650 — Platform and design
The new Royal Enfield Bear 650 is based on the same platform as the Interceptor, however, the chassis has been reinforced to accommodate the new suspension setup and its use. On the design front, the Bear 650 looks sleeker than the Interceptor, primarily due to its height and colour options. The Bear 650 gets a redesigned, flatter seat, bright paint schemes, and short fenders. When parked next to each other, the differences are evident.
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Royal Enfield Bear 650 vs Interceptor 650 — Hardware and features
In terms of hardware, cycling parts, and features, there are differences as well. While the Interceptor 650 uses telescopic front forks, a simple twin-pod instrument cluster, and 18-inch wheels front and rear, the Bear 650 gets Showa USF forks and twin shocks at the rear with more travel than the Interceptor.
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The new Royal Enfield Bear 650 gets 19-inch front and 17-inch rear tyres, spoke wheels, a larger rear disc brake, the option to switch off rear ABS, and a TFT instrument console with navigation, similar to the Himalayan and the Guerrilla 450.
Royal Enfield Bear 650 vs Interceptor 650 — Engine specifications
The engine is the same — a 650cc oil-cooled parallel-twin unit that makes 47bhp with the help of a 6-speed gearbox. However, a key difference here is that the Royal Enfield Bear 650 makes more torque than the Interceptor and as per the company, this was achieved through the new exhaust system. While the Interceptor gets dual exhausts, the Bear 650 gets a two-into-one system.
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