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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs BSA Gold Star 650

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 or BSA Gold Star 650? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Interceptor 650 and Gold Star 650. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Price starts at Rs.3.32 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Cali Green & Canyon Red and BSA Gold Star 650 Price starts at Rs.3.13 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD Insignia Red-Highland Green. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is 2 cylinder, 648 cc Engine can generate 34.9 kW @ 7250 rpm power whereas BSA Gold Star 650 is a 1 cylinder, 652 cc Engine can generate 45 bhp @ 6500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Interceptor 650 provides a mileage of 25 kmpl (base model), and Gold Star 650 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is available in 2 colours & 4 variants whereas BSA Gold Star 650 is available in 5 colours & 5 variants.

Interceptor 650 vs Gold Star 650

Key HighlightsRoyal Enfield Interceptor 650BSA Gold Star 650
PriceRs.3.32 LakhRs.3.13 Lakh
Engine Capacity648 cc652 cc
Power34.9 kW @ 7250 rpm45 bhp @ 6500 rpm
Mileage/Range25 kmplN/A km/charge
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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Cali Green & Canyon Red bike
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
Cali Green & Canyon Red
Rs. 3.32 Lakh
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BSA Gold Star 650 STD Insignia Red-Highland Green bike
BSA Gold Star 650
STD Insignia Red-Highland Green
Rs. 3.13 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    3.74 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    3.53 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.2
    2.2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13.7 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    648 cc
    652 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    -
    Floating
    Front Disc Size
    320
    320 mm
    Front Wheel Size
    100/90-18
    R18
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
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    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    130/70-R18
    R17
    Wheel Type
    Spoke
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic forks
    Telescopic forks
    Rear Suspension
    Twin gas charged shock-absorbers with adjustable preload
    Twin shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload
    Front Tyre Size
    100/90-18 M/C 56H
    100/90 R18
    Rear Tyre Size
    130/70-R18 M/C 63V / 130/70-18 M/C 63H
    150/70 R17
    Front Type
    Disc
    Disc
    Rear Disc/Drum Size
    240 mm
    255 mm
    Rear Type
    Disc
    Disc
    Tyre Size Spare

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    Touch Screen Display
    -
    Fuel level guage
    Digital
    Analogue
    Tachometer
    Analogue
    Analogue
    Speedometer
    Analogue
    Analogue
    Odometer
    Digital
    Analogue

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    -
    check
    LED headlight
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    3 Years or 40000km
    4 Years

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Steel Tubular&Double cradle frame
    -

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    Digital spark ignition
    -
    Spark Plugs
    -
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    Engine Capacity
    648 cc
    652 cc
    Engine Type
    Inline twin cylinder, 4 stroke / SOHC
    Liquid-cooled, Single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves, twin spark plugs
    No. of Cylinders
    2
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    12 kwh
    -
    Top Speed
    170 kmph
    160 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    78mm x 67.8 mm
    100 mm X 83 mm
    Charging Socket
    -
    Configuration
    Twin Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air-oil cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    -

    Comfort & Convenience

    Low Oil Indicator
    -
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    Console Type
    Semi-Digital
    Semi-Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    -
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    -
    Handle Type
    Clip On
    -
    Instrument Console
    Digital
    Analogue
    Seat Style
    Single Seat
    Single
    Start Type
    Self Start
    Self Start
    USB Charger Port
    check
    check

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    -
    check
    Side Stand Alarm
    Pass Light
    -
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    Turn Signal
    Halogen
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Power Modes
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    check
    Traction Control System

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2119 mm
    2206 mm
    Width
    835 mm
    817 mm
    Height
    1067 mm
    1093 mm
    Wheelbase
    1398 mm
    1425 mm
    Ground Clearance
    174 mm
    150 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13.7 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    3.1 Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Cruiser
    Cruiser
    Seat Height
    804 mm
    780 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    218 kg
    201 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Powerfull engine
    • Good build quality.
    • Great quality circular head lamps
    • Modern-retro design looks good on the motorcycle
    • Biggest single-cylinder 652cc engine
    • Torque motor with 55 Nm of peak torque
    • Thumpy exhaust note
    • More affordable and powerful than its primary rival
    • Equipped with Brebmo brakes and Pirelli Phantom tyres
    Cons
    • Not very comfortable.
    • Quite heavy in terms of weight.
    • The footpeg is not placed for comfortable use .
    • Misses on modern features like digital cluster, bluetooth connectivity and more
    • The 5-speed transmission may disappoint some riders
    • The chrome on the motorcycle is difficult to maintain
    • Given that BSA is a new brand in the country, the number of sales and service centers is relatively limited
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    Detailed Comparison of Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and BSA Gold Star 650

    Safety

    Interceptor 650 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pillion Grabrail, Slipper Clutch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Gold Star 650 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Hazard Warning Indicator, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Comfort & Convenience

    Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 has features like Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port and BSA Gold Star 650, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Low Oil Indicator, USB Charger Port.

    Transmission

    Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Gold Star 650 comes with 5 Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 has a 13.7 Litres fuel tank with 1067 mm seat height. BSA Gold Star 650 has 1093 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and BSA Gold Star 650 Owner Reviews

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      • S
        Sridhar
        24 Oct 2025
        5.0
        This is an excellent and marvelous bike, truly one of the best I have ever seen. Riding it feels like heaven. I recommend everyone try this bike—it makes long trips, even up to 1000 km in one go, extremely comfortable and enjoyable.
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        Yogesh pradhan
        18 Oct 2025
        5.0
        The RE 650 Interceptor is the best bike! Easy to handle and great value for money. Perfect for Indian roads. I look forward to advanced features in the future and hope they will be successful.
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        Karthik
        2 Month ago
        5.0
        A fabulous bike with great reliability. What makes it even better is its amazing looks and café racer style, which perfectly matches the desires of today’s young riders.
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        ARUN
        3 Month ago
        5.0
        Fantastic bike. It never feels underpowered—thanks to its 650cc engine. Even with such power, it gives a mileage of 24 km/l, which is impressive. I absolutely love this bike and have ridden it a lot. For a 650cc segment, it’s truly a budget-friendly option.
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        Vignesh
        3 Month ago
        5.0
        It is best quality and the luxury to ride the bike that all is good.
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