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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Royal Enfield Himalayan

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 or Royal Enfield Himalayan? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Interceptor 650 and Himalayan. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Price starts at Rs.3.03 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Orange Crush& Canyon Red and Royal Enfield Himalayan Price starts at Rs.1.91 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Granite. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is 2 cylinder, 648 cc Engine can generate 47.65 PS @ 7150 rpm power whereas Royal Enfield Himalayan is a N/A cylinder, N/A cc Engine can generate 24.31 PS @ 6500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Interceptor 650 provides a mileage of 25 kmpl (base model), and Himalayan has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is available in 7 colours & 4 variants whereas Royal Enfield Himalayan is available in 6 colours & 13 variants.

Interceptor 650 vs Himalayan

Key HighlightsRoyal Enfield Interceptor 650Royal Enfield Himalayan
PriceRs.3.03 LakhRs.1.91 Lakh
Engine Capacity648 ccN/A
Power47.65 PS @ 7150 rpm24.31 PS @ 6500 rpm
Mileage/Range25 kmplN/A km/charge
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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Orange Crush& Canyon Red bike
Orange Crush& Canyon Red
Rs. 3.03 Lakh
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Royal Enfield Himalayan Granite bike
Granite
Rs. 1.91 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Interceptor 650 specificationsHimalayan specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
3.41 Lakh
2.08 Lakh
User Rating
4.0
4.0
Transmission Type
Manual
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 Litres
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Engine Displacement
648 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Interceptor 650 Brakes, Suspension & TyresHimalayan Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Wheel Type
Spoke Wheels
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Front Suspension
41 mm front fork& 110 mm travel
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Rear Suspension
Twin coil-over shocks& 88 mm travel
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Front Tyre Size
100/90 R18
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Rear Tyre Size
130/70 R18
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Front Type
Disc
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Rear Disc/Drum Size
240 mm
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Rear Type
Disc
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Tyre Size Spare
No
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Instrumentation

Interceptor 650 InstrumentationHimalayan Instrumentation
Fuel level guage
Digital
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Tachometer
Analogue
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Speedometer
Analogue
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Odometer
Digital
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Body & Suspension

Interceptor 650 Body & SuspensionHimalayan Body & Suspension
Colors
Images
Frame Type
Steel Tubular&Double cradle frame
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Engine & Transmission

Interceptor 650 Engine & TransmissionHimalayan Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
648 cc
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Engine Type
Parallel twin& 4-stroke& single overhead cam& air/oil-cooled
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No. of Cylinders
2
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No. of valves per cylinder
4
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Transmission Type
Manual
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Battery Capacity
0.144 kwh
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Top Speed
170 kmph
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Max Torque
52 Nm @ 5250 rpm
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Max Power
47.65 PS @ 7150 rpm
24.31 PS @ 6500 rpm
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
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Cooling type
Air-oil cooled
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Configuration
Twin Cylinder
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Charging Socket
No
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Bore x Stroke
78mm x 67.8 mm
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Mileage (Claimed)
25 kmpl
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Comfort & Convenience

Interceptor 650 Comfort & ConvenienceHimalayan Comfort & Convenience
Distance to Empty Indicator
No
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Luggage Space
8.5 ltr
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Handle Type
Clip On
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Engine Kill Switch
checkYes
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Console Type
Analogue and Digital
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Seat Style
Single Seat
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Start Type
Electric Start
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Safety

Interceptor 650 SafetyHimalayan Safety
Brake Assist
No
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ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Dual Channel
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Power Modes
No
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Slipper Clutch
checkYes
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Traction Control System
No
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Dimensions & Capacity

Interceptor 650 Dimensions & CapacityHimalayan Dimensions & Capacity
Length
2122 mm
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Width
789 mm
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Height
1165 mm
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Wheelbase
1400 mm
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Ground Clearance
174 mm
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Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 Litres
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Engine Oil Capacity
3.1 Litres
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Body Type
Cruiser
Adventure
Unladden/Kerb Weight
202 kg
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Seat Height
804 mm
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Entertainment & Communication

Interceptor 650 Entertainment & CommunicationHimalayan Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)
No
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Pros & Cons

Interceptor 650 Pros & ConsHimalayan Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Powerfull engine
  • Good build quality.
  • Great quality circular head lamps
  • Ground clearance is excellent.
  • The engine produces a lot of torque.
  • Tyres that may be used for both purposes and are placed on spoke wheels
Cons
  • Not very comfortable.
  • Quite heavy in terms of weight.
  • The footpeg is not placed for comfortable use .
  • For short riders, a high seat height might be an issue.
  • Misses out on the kickstarter
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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and Royal Enfield Himalayan Owner Reviews

  • Interceptor 650 Review
  • Himalayan Review
    • S
      Shyam
      7 Month ago
      Review for Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
      4.2
      Sometimes it's hard to handle but features are nice
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      Pruthvi thorat
      7 Month ago
      Review for Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
      3.8
      Very gud seating position and most attractive is power ...
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    • SD
      Samar Das
      9 Month ago
      Review for Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
      2.6
      Good bike but mileage is very bad and also weight is 220 kg.
      Likes (5)
    • MR
      Mullapudi Rahul
      9 Month ago
      Review for Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
      3.0
      Not a good bike for short people and not easy to drive in traffic.
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    • RR
      Rohit Roychowdhury
      11 Month ago
      Review for Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
      4.6
      It's a good bike but you'll see the drawbacks in city riding.
      Likes (4)
    • S
      Soubhik
      5 Month ago
      Review for Royal Enfield Himalayan
      4.4
      The adventure motorcycle is tough and adaptable, made to tackle a range of environments. Its goal is reflected in its design, which prioritizes durability and functionality.
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    • P
      Pankaj
      5 Month ago
      Review for Royal Enfield Himalayan
      4.4
      The bike has several characteristics that make it ideal for adventure touring, including as mounting slots for panniers, a wide baggage rack, and a windscreen.
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    • NP
      Namdev Pandey
      5 Month ago
      Review for Royal Enfield Himalayan
      4.4
      The bike is a rugged and versatile adventure motorcycle designed to handle various terrains and conditions. Its design reflects its purpose, with a focus on functionality and durability.
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    • Kz
      Karra zoya
      5 Month ago
      Review for Royal Enfield Himalayan
      4.4
      The bike comes with a range of features suitable for adventure touring, including a windscreen, large luggage rack, and mounting points for panniers.
      Like
    • SS
      Sampreet Saikia
      6 Month ago
      Review for Royal Enfield Himalayan
      4.2
      A good bike for doing the offroad things the ground clearence is also decent and it is comfortable to ride
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    Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and Royal Enfield Himalayan FAQs

    What is the on-road price of Royal Enfield Interceptor 650?
    The on-road price of Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is Rs. 3.41 Lakh in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of Royal Enfield Himalayan?
    The on-road price of Royal Enfield Himalayan is Rs. 2.08 Lakh in New Delhi.