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Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 vs BSA Gold Star 650

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 or BSA Gold Star 650? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Shotgun 650 and Gold Star 650. Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 Price starts at Rs.3.98 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Shed Sheetmetal Grey and BSA Gold Star 650 Price starts at Rs.3.13 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD Insignia Red-Highland Green. Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 is 2 cylinder, 648 cc Engine can generate 46.39 bhp @ 7250 rpm power whereas BSA Gold Star 650 is a 1 cylinder, 652 cc Engine can generate 45.62 bhp @ 6500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Shotgun 650 provides a mileage of 22 kmpl (base model), and Gold Star 650 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 is available in 1 colours & 3 variants whereas BSA Gold Star 650 is available in 2 colours & 5 variants.

Shotgun 650 vs Gold Star 650

Key HighlightsRoyal Enfield Shotgun 650BSA Gold Star 650
PriceRs.3.98 LakhRs.3.13 Lakh
Engine Capacity648 cc652 cc
Power46.39 bhp @ 7250 rpm45.62 bhp @ 6500 rpm
Mileage/Range22 kmplN/A km/charge
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Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 Shed Sheetmetal Grey bike
Royal Enfield Shotgun 650
Shed Sheetmetal Grey
Rs. 3.98 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
    4.49 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    3.53 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.2
    2.2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13.8 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
    Fixed
    Floating
    Front Disc Size
    320
    320 mm
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Front Wheel Size
    R18
    R18
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
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    check
    Rear Wheel Size
    R17
    R17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Spoke
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic
    Telescopic forks
    Rear Suspension
    Showa Twin Shock& 90mm travel
    Twin shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload
    Front Tyre Size
    100/90 R18
    100/90 R18
    Rear Tyre Size
    150/70 R17
    150/70 R17
    Front Brake
    Disc
    Disc
    Rear Disc/Drum Size
    300 mm
    255 mm
    Rear Brake
    Drum
    Disc

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    3 Years /40000 Kms
    4 Years

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Steel Tubular Spine Frame
    -

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Spark Plugs
    check
    check
    Engine Capacity
    648 cc
    652 cc
    Engine Type
    Parallel Twin& 4 stroke& SOHC& Air-Oil Cooled
    Liquid-cooled, single- cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves, twin spark plugs
    No. of Cylinders
    2
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Top Speed
    75 kmph
    160 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    78 mm x 67.8 mm
    100 mm X 83 mm
    Configuration
    Twin Cylinder
    DOHC
    Cooling type
    Air/Oil Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Fuelling
    Electronic Fuel Injection
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    Max Power
    46.39 bhp @ 7250 rpm
    45.62 bhp @ 6500 rpm
    Max Torque
    52.3 Nm @ 5650 rpm
    55 Nm @ 4000 rpm
    Mileage (Claimed)
    22 kmpl
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    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    Call/SMS Alerts
    -
    Front Storage Box
    -
    Geo Fencing
    -
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    -
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    -
    Under Seat Storage
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    -
    Console Type
    Analogue Cum Digital
    Digital Cum Analouge
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    -
    Instrument Console
    Analogue Cum Digital
    Digital Cum Analouge
    Seat Style
    Single
    Single

    Safety

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

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2170 mm
    2206 mm
    Width
    820 mm
    817 mm
    Height
    1105 mm
    1093 mm
    Wheelbase
    1465 mm
    1425 mm
    Ground Clearance
    160 mm
    150 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13.8 Litres
    12 Litres
    Body Type
    Cruiser
    Cruiser
    Seat Height
    795 mm
    782 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    240 kg
    201 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    check
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Relaxed riding posture since it is a cruiser style bike
    • Refine engine with better power and torque figures
    • 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
    • Expensive
    • Quite heavy
    • 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 Shotgun 650 and BSA Gold Star 650

    Safety

    Shotgun 650 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Slipper Clutch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Gold Star 650 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Comfort & Convenience

    Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 has features like Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Low Oil Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port and BSA Gold Star 650, on the other hand, has Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, USB Charger Port.

    Transmission

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

    Dimensions

    Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 has a 13.8 Litres fuel tank with 1105 mm seat height. BSA Gold Star 650 has 1093 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 and BSA Gold Star 650 Owner Reviews

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      • A
        Amit
        1 Month ago
        5.0
        This bike is very pretty and gives a royal feel. I recommend buying this bike. It is my first choice. Comfortable seat, light weight, and many good features. I feel fully comfortable on this bike.
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        Arindam Barai
        1 Year ago
        5.0
        Better than royal Enfield continental GT 650 Shotgun 650 seat removal feature is so danm looking One-seater bike I have white top model of shotgun 650 segment.
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        zahed
        2 Year ago
        4.4
        It features a rounded fuel tank, minimal bodywork, and a low-slung seat.
        Likes (1)
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      • PS
        Prashant Shivdas
        2 Year ago
        4.4
        It has a dual exhaust system that not only adds to its performance but also contributes to its unique style.
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      • A
        Aryan
        2 Year ago
        4.4
        It features a wide and well-padded seat that provides ample support for both the rider and the passenger.
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