back in 2021, Royal Enfield The SG650 concept was showcased at EICMA. Fast forward to 2023, the company unveiled gun 650 The Motoverse Edition motorcycle, which was the production version of the SG650 concept. It attracted a lot of attention in the motoverse. Now, the company has brought Shotgun 650 in the Indian market.
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Royal Enfield Shotgun 650: Design
The Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 Super is based on the Meteor 650, but the design is quite different. The bodywork of the new motorcycle looks unique, from the chunky fuel tank with 13.8-litre capacity to the side panels to the rear fender. It comes in modern style with an aluminum cowl above the headlamps.
Overall, the motorcycle has a mix of modern and premium vibes with a retro theme. Interestingly, this motorcycle comes with cruiser looks, and can be converted into a bobber by simply removing the retractable rear seat.
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Royal Enfield Shotgun 650: Wheels, Brakes, Suspension
In terms of equipment, the Shotgun 650 Super shares a lot with the Meteor 650. The headlights, taillights and indicators are the same, while the instrumentation, switchgear cubes, adjustable brakes and clutch lever are also the same. Bike. The Shotgun 650 runs on a smaller 18-inch front wheel, which is completely new along with a larger 17-inch wheel at the rear.
On the suspension front, the front fork length has been reduced while maintaining the same suspension travel, while the twin shock units now come longer, but have the same travel as the Super Meteor 650. However, the braking hardware remains unchanged on the all-new Shotgun 650.
Royal Enfield Shotgun 650: Powertrain
Powering the Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 is the same 648 cc air-oil cooled parallel twin engine that powers other 650 cc motorcycles from the brand. Mated to a six-speed gearbox, the engine is capable of producing 46 bhp of maximum power and 52 Nm of peak torque. This motorcycle promises a mileage of around 22 kilometers per litre.
First publication date: 15 January 2024, 20:52 PM IST