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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 or Royal Enfield Himalayan 450? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Interceptor 650 and Himalayan 450. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Price starts at Rs.3.03 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Cali Green & Canyon Red and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Price starts at Rs.2.85 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is 2 cylinder, 648 cc Engine can generate 34.9 kW @ 7250 rpm power whereas Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is a 1 cylinder, 452 cc Engine can generate 39.47 bhp @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Interceptor 650 provides a mileage of 25 kmpl (base model), and Himalayan 450 has a mileage of 30 kmpl (base model). Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is available in 2 colours & 4 variants whereas Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is available in 1 colours & 4 variants.

Interceptor 650 vs Himalayan 450

Key HighlightsRoyal Enfield Interceptor 650Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
PriceRs.3.03 LakhRs.2.85 Lakh
Engine Capacity648 cc452 cc
Power34.9 kW @ 7250 rpm39.47 bhp @ 8000 rpm
Mileage/Range25 kmpl30 kmpl
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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Cali Green & Canyon Red bike
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
Cali Green & Canyon Red
Rs. 3.03 Lakh
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Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 STD bike
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
STD
Rs. 2.85 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    3.41 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    3.20 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.1
    4.2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13.7 Litres
    17 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    648 cc
    452 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    -
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    320
    320
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    -
    32
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    -
    32
    Front Wheel Size
    100/90-18
    21
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    -
    32
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    -
    32
    Rear Wheel Size
    130/70-R18
    17
    Wheel Type
    Spoke
    Spoke
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic forks
    UpsidDowFork43mm
    Rear Suspension
    Twin gas charged shock-absorbers with adjustable preload
    Linkage Type MoNoshock
    Front Tyre Size
    100/90-18 M/C 56H
    90/90 - 21
    Rear Tyre Size
    130/70-R18 M/C 63V / 130/70-18 M/C 63H
    140/80 - R17

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    -
    check
    LED headlight
    check
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    3 Years or 40000km
    3 Years or 30000 km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Steel Tubular&Double cradle frame
    Steel& Twin Spar Tubular Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    Digital spark ignition
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    -
    1 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    648 cc
    452 cc
    Engine Type
    Inline twin cylinder, 4 stroke / SOHC
    Liquid Cooled&Single Cylinder& DOHC& 4 Valves
    No. of Cylinders
    2
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    12 kwh
    0.096 kwh
    Battery Type
    -
    12 V&8 AH
    Top Speed
    170 kmph
    135 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    78mm x 67.8 mm
    84 mm x 81.5 mm
    Charging Socket
    -
    Configuration
    Twin Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air-oil cooled
    Liquid Cooled

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    check
    Call/SMS Alerts
    -
    check
    Front Storage Box
    -
    Geo Fencing
    -
    Low Battery Indicator
    -
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    -
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    -
    check
    Service Reminder Indicator
    -
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    -
    check
    Console Type
    Semi-Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    check

    Safety

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

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2119 mm
    2245 mm
    Width
    835 mm
    852 mm
    Height
    1067 mm
    1316 mm
    Wheelbase
    1398 mm
    1510 mm
    Ground Clearance
    174 mm
    230 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13.7 Litres
    17 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    3.1 Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Cruiser
    Adventure Tourer
    Seat Height
    804 mm
    825 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    218 kg
    196 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Powerfull engine
    • Good build quality.
    • Great quality circular head lamps
    • It now boasts stronger built with better hardware.
    • The Himalayan now comes with new features, a digital instrument cluster, LED lighting, riding by wire, 4 ride modes, and others.
    • The new Sherpa 450 engine offers more power and torque .
    • It is always ready to be pushed more .
    • The engine is so refined and offers a good performance .
    • New switchgear is easy to operate and offers better ergonomics.
    Cons
    • Not very comfortable.
    • Quite heavy in terms of weight.
    • The footpeg is not placed for comfortable use .
    • The seat is adjustable but short riders might find it a bit uncomfortable.
    • The spokes wheel with tube tires is prone to getting punctured .
    • It is not a practical daily commuter for city runs.
    • The braking could’ve been better.
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    Safety

    Interceptor 650 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pillion Grabrail, Slipper Clutch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Himalayan 450 has Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Power Modes.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 has features like Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, on the other hand, has Low Oil Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Riding Modes, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator.

    Transmission

    Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Himalayan 450 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 has a 13.7 Litres fuel tank with 1067 mm seat height. Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 has 1316 mm seat height and 17 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Owner Reviews

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    • Himalayan 450 Review
      • A
        Akhil
        30 Apr 2025
        5.0
        Good looking and great features in this bike and good colors also and good mileage also. Over all good bike. That's it.
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        Rudra kumar
        5 Month ago
        5.0
        I think that this bike is comfortable then other and it's give us feeling like sports bike and I give tip you have to buy with your credit or debit card.
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      • A
        Arjun
        11 Month ago
        5.0
        This is a good bike with nice features. Mileage is also good.
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      • S
        Shyam
        2 Year ago
        4.2
        Sometimes it's hard to handle but features are nice
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        Pruthvi thorat
        2 Year ago
        3.8
        Very gud seating position and most attractive is power ...
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