Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 vs Kawasaki KX 85

Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650

₹4.03 - ₹4.37 Lakh*

Kawasaki KX 85

₹3.88 Lakh*

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Exterior
Daytime Running Lights
Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
LED headlight
Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
Warranty
Basic Warranty
3 Years / 40000 kms
2 Years/30000 kms
Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)
Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
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Competitors

Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Competitors

Models	Engine	Power	Torque	Mileage	Kerb weight	Seat height
Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 ₹4.03 - ₹4.37 Lakh*	648 cc	46.3 bhp @ 7250 rpm	52.3 Nm @ 5650 rpm	-	241 kg	740 mm
Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 ₹3.98 - ₹4.13 Lakh*	648 cc	46 bhp	52.3 Nm @ 5650 rpm	22 kmpl	240 kg	795 mm
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 ₹3.35 - ₹3.66 Lakh*	648 cc	47 bhp	52.3 Nm @ 5150 rpm	25.35 kmpl	218 kg	804 mm
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 ₹1.99 - ₹2.20 Lakh*	349 cc	20 bhp	27 Nm @ 4000 rpm	41.88 kmpl	191 kg	765 mm
Kawasaki Eliminator ₹6.16 Lakh*	451 cc	45 bhp	42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm	-	176 kg	735 mm
Kawasaki Vulcan S ₹8.13 Lakh*	649 cc	61 bhp	61.0 Nm @ 6600 rpm	20.58 kmpl	235 kg	705 mm
Benelli 502 C ₹5.25 Lakh*	500 cc	47 bhp	46 Nm @ 6000 rpm	20 kmpl	216 - 220 kg	750 mm
Keeway V302C ₹4.22 Lakh*	298 cc	29 bhp	26.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm	37.03 kmpl	167 kg	690 mm
Harley-Davidson X440 ₹2.35 - ₹2.55 Lakh*	440 cc	27 bhp	38 Nm @ 4000 rpm	35 kmpl	191 kg	805 mm

Hazard Warning Indicator	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
Hazard Warning Switch	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
Pass Light	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
Pillion Grabrail	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
Side Stand Alarm	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
Turn Signal	Halogen Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
ABS - Anti-lock braking system	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards

Low Battery Indicator	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
Low Oil Indicator	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
Pillion Backrest	Available in 1 Variant, ₹4.37 Lakh* Onwards
Pillion Footrest	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
Service Reminder Indicator	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
GPS & Navigation	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
Console Type	Analogue Cum Digital Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Digital
Engine Kill Switch	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
Instrument Console	Analogue Cum Digital Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Digital
Seat Style	Split Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Single
Side Stand Indicator	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
Start Type	Self Start Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Kick Start
USB Charger Port	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards

Braking System	Dual Channel ABS Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Calliper Type	Fixed Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Fixed
Front Disc Size	320 Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	220
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	41 Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	18
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	41 Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	18
Front Wheel Size	R19 Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	R17
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	36 Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	18
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	41 Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	18
Rear Wheel Size	R16 Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	R14
Wheel Type	Alloy Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Spoke
Front Suspension	USD Forks	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	Twin shocks with 101?mm travel& preload adjustable	Uni-Trak swingarm
Front Tyre Size	100/90 R19 Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	70/100 R17
Rear Tyre Size	150/80 R16 Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	90/100 R14
Front Brake	Disc Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size	300 mm Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	150 mm
Rear Brake	Disc Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Disc
Tubeless Tyres	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards

Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	1 Down 5 Up
Spark Plugs	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
Engine Capacity	648 cc Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	84 cc
Engine Type	Parallel twin& 4 stroke& SOHC& Air-Oil Cooled Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Liquid-cooled& 2-stroke& single-cylinder
No. of Cylinders	2 Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	1
No. of valves per cylinder	2 Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	2
Transmission Type	Manual Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Manual
Top Speed	150 kmph Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Data Not Available
Bore x Stroke	78 mm x 67.8 mm Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	48.5 mm x 45.8 mm
Cooling type	Air oil cooled Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Liquid Cooled
Fuelling	Fuel Injection	Data Not Available
Max Power	46.3 bhp @ 7250 rpm Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	22 bhp
Max Torque	52.3 Nm @ 5650 rpm Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	14 Nm
Number of Gears	6 Speed Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	6 Speed
Ignition	Data Not Available	Digital

Fuel level guage	Digital	Digital
Gear Indicator
Tachometer	Digital Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Digital
Speedometer	Analogue Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Digital
Odometer	Digital Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	Digital

Length	2260 mm	1825 mm
Width	890 mm	765 mm
Height	1155 mm	1100 mm
Wheelbase	1500 mm	1260 mm
Ground Clearance	135 mm	290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.7 Litres Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	5 Litres
Body Type	Cruiser	Off Road
Seat Height	740 mm Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	830 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight	241 kg Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards	74.6 kg

Daytime Running Lights	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards
LED headlight	Available in all Variants, ₹4.03 Lakh* Onwards

Pros	Strong low-end torque and relaxed cruising ability Classic Royal Enfield styling with premium road presence Comfortable ergonomics suited for long-distance touring Smooth twin-cylinder engine with refined performance	Peppy engine delivers engaging performance for young riders. Lightweight chassis improves track agility significantly. Sharp handling enhances cornering confidence. Responsive suspension absorbs track bumps effectively. Compact design suits smaller riders comfortably.
Cons	Could feel slightly heavy in slow city traffic Limited electronics compared to some modern cruisers Brakes could offer a sharper initial bite	High maintenance increases ownership demands. No road legality limits versatility. Firm ride reduces comfort during long sessions.