If there was ever a motorcycle that could challenge the big players in the cruiser market, then possible the Super Meteor 650 could be just that very thing…and it comes from Royal Enfield who are being taken seriously by once older brothers who have morphed into competitors.
It’s jot all about size of engine, power and torque these days…it is about style, performance and value, which the Super Meteor 650 delivers on many levels. So much so that it has been turning heads in many quarters and making riders think again about what kind of cruising they’d like to do.
This from Royal Enfield…
THE QUINTESSENTIAL CRUISER – SCULPTED FOR THE OPEN ROAD
At the core of the Super Meteor 650 is our iconic parallel twin engine, which offers seamless gear transitions, strong low-end acceleration and an effortless throttle response. – 648cc, 47PS, 52.3 Nm Torque.
A low-set, wide seat and a laid back riding stance make cruising a comfortable experience, no matter how many kilometres are behind you and how many lie ahead.
The spacious, teardrop tank on the Super Meteor 650 can carry up to 15.7 liters of fuel, ensuring that even the longest of rides continues uninterrupted.
Upside-down forks on the front suspension promise complete confidence and control on open highways, crowded streets and everything in between.
An all-new headlamp combines old-school aesthetics with modern LED lights to reduce power usage while increasing visibility, no matter where you’re headed.
A retro-inspired, digi-analog instrument panel with a floating LCD screen and built-in Tripper navigation delivers all the information you need, day or night.
Striking alloy wheels with tubeless tyres make sure nothing can puncture your plans, while a wider rear tyre ensures improved traction and stability, even at the highest of speeds.
Specs
Engine
Type Parallel twin, 4 stroke, SOHC, Air-Oil Cooled
Displacement 648cc
Bore x stroke 78 mm x 67.8 mm
Compression Ratio 9.5 : 1
Maximum Power 34.6 kW (47PS) @7250 rpm
Maximum Torque 52.3 Nm @5650 rpm
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox 6 Speed constant mesh
Fuel Supply Electronic Fuel Injection
Air Cleaner Paper element
Engine Start Electric
CO2 Emissions 99 g/km
Noise Emissions 76.3 dB(A)
Chassis & Suspension
Type Steel Tubular Spine Frame
Front suspension 43mm Upside Down Telescopic Fork, 120mm travel
Rear suspension Twin Shocks, 101mm travel, preload adjustable
Electricals
Battery 12 volt, 12 Ah, VRLA
Head Lamp FPL 1.55 W LED
Tail Lamp 2.5 W, LED
Charging Port USB 2.0 Type A – 5V 2A Output
Dimensions
Wheelbase 1500 mm
Ground Clearance 135 mm
Length 2260 mm
Width 890 mm (without mirrors)
Height 1155 mm
Seat Height 740 mm
Kerb Weight 241 kg (with 90% fuel & oil)
Fuel Capacity 15.7 litres
Brakes & Tyres
Tyres Fr. 100/90 – 19 M/C 57H (Tubeless Type)
Tyres Rr. 150/80 B16 M/C 71H (Tubeless Type)
Brakes Front Single 320mm disc, twin piston floating caliper
Brakes Rear Single 300mm disc, twin piston floating caliper
ABS Dual Channel
Colours: ASTRAL BLACK, ASTRAL BLUE, ASTRAL GREEN, INTERSTELLAR GREEN, INTERSTELLAR GREY, CELESTIAL RED, CELESTIAL BLUE
Price: £7299
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