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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.3.94 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 3.5 kW power whereas BSA Gold Star 650 is a 1 cylinder, 652 cc Engine can generate 45 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 5 colours & 5 variants.

Shotgun 650 vs Gold Star 650

Key HighlightsRoyal Enfield Shotgun 650BSA Gold Star 650
PriceRs.3.94 LakhRs.3.13 Lakh
Engine Capacity648 cc652 cc
Power3.5 kW45 bhp @ 6500 rpm
Mileage/Range22 kmplN/A km/charge
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Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 Shed Sheetmetal Grey bike
Shed Sheetmetal Grey
Rs. 3.94 Lakh
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BSA Gold Star 650 STD Insignia Red-Highland Green bike
STD Insignia Red-Highland Green
Rs. 3.13 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
4.44 Lakh
Price Breakup
3.53 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.1
2.2
Transmission Type
Automatic
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
Front 2 Piston Rear 2 Piston
Floating
Front Disc Size
320
320 mm
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
Front Wheel Size
18
R18
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
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-
Rear Wheel Size
17
R17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
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 - 18
100/90 R18
Rear Tyre Size
150/70 - R17
150/70 R17
Front Type
Drum
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
300 mm
255 mm
Rear Type
Drum
Disc

Instrumentation

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

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
check
LED headlight
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Warranty

Basic Warranty
-
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
1 Per Cylinder
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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
Automatic
Manual
Battery Capacity
3.07 kwh
-
Battery Type
VRLA
-
Range
90 km/charge
-
Top Speed
75 kmph
160 kmph
Bore x Stroke
78 mm x 67.8 mm
100 mm X 83 mm
Charging Socket
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-
Configuration
Twin Cylinder
Single Cylinder
Cooling type
Air/Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled

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
Semi-Digital
Semi-Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
-
Engine Kill Switch
check
-
Instrument Console
Semi-Digital
Analogue

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
check
Hazard Warning Indicator
check
check
Hazard Warning Switch
check
-
Radial Tyres
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
Assist And Slipper Clutch
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
Scooter
Cruiser
Seat Height
795 mm
780 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
240 kg
201 kg

Entertainment & Communication

MID (Multi Info Display)
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-

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, Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, 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 Shotgun 650 has features like Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Low Oil Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, 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 Shotgun 650 comes with 6 Speed Automatic transmission and Gold Star 650 comes with 5 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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  • Gold Star 650 Review
    • AB
      Arindam Barai
      10 Month 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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    • z
      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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      Reply
    • 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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    • SD
      Sumedh Diwakar Meshram
      2 Year ago
      4.4
      Its maintenance costs are generally lower than those of other motorcycles in its segment. This is due to the bike?s simple design and the availability of affordable, aftermarket parts.
      Likes (2)
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