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    Top 10 Two Wheelers Oct 2025 – Splendor, Activa, Shine, Pulsar, Jupiter, Access, Raider

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    New Hero SplendorTwo wheeler sales showed strong YoY growth boosted by increased demand for Activa and Jupiter scooters
    Festive and policy boosts caused two-wheeler sales to peak during the month of October 2025. The new GST rate, reduced from 28% to 18% across two-wheelers in the up to 350cc segment, caused a significant reduction in prices, thereby stirring up buyer sentiments. Markets also remained favorable due to strong monsoons, which significantly augmented rural demand.
    Top 10 Two Wheelers Oct 2025
    Total sales across the top 10 two wheelers stood at 14,67,944 units, a 2.60% rise from 14,38,337 units sold in Oct 2024. This was a volume increase of 29,607 units. It was also a MoM growth as against 14,62,687 units in Sept 2025. Hero Splendor continued to be a key volume driver with 3,40,131 units sold in the past month maintaining its leadership with a 23.17% market share. This was even as sales declined YoY by 13.15% from 3,91,612 units sold in Oct 2024.
    In a second position was the Honda Activa scooter with  3,26,551 units sold, a 22.39% YoY growth from 2,66,806 units with a 22.25% market share. In October 2025, Honda also achieved the milestone of selling 35 million Activas since its launch.  The Honda Activa range includes the Activa 110, Activa 125 and the Activa Electric. However, more recently, the company has stopped production of the Activa e: due to piling stocks.
    Top 10 Two Wheelers Oct 2025
    Also from the Honda stables was the Shine with 1,74,615 units sold last month. It however, saw its sales decline by 11.04% when compared to 1,96,288 units of the same month last year. There was increased demand for the Bajaj Pulsar with 1,52,996 units sold, a 36.18% rise from 1,11,834 units.
    TVS Jupiter sales were up 8.37% to 1,18,888 units in Oct 2025, a YoY growth over 1,09,702 units. HF Deluxe and Access sales declined sharply. HF Deluxe sales fell by 8.32% to 1,13,998 units from 1,24,343 units, marking a volume decline of 10,345 units. Access scooter sales dipped by 6% to 70,327 units from 74,813 units, a YoY de-growth by 4,486 units.
    TVS Apache and Raider – Outstanding Demand
    Lower down the sales list were the TVS Apache and Raider, both of which have seen outstanding demand in Oct 2025. Apache sales were up 23% to 61,619 units from 50,097 units while Raider accounted for sales of 56,085 units, a 9.64% rise from 51,153 units in the same month of the year ago period. Bajaj Platina suffered a 14.52% decline in demand to 52,734 units whereas there had been 61,689 units sold in Oct 2024. It related to a hefty decline by 8,955 units in terms of volumes.

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    Top 10 Two Wheelers
    Oct-25
    Oct-24

    1
    Splendor
    3,40,131
    3,91,612

    2
    Activa
    3,26,551
    2,66,806

    3
    Shine
    1,74,615
    1,96,288

    4
    Pulsar
    1,52,996
    1,11,834

    5
    Jupiter
    1,18,888
    1,09,702

    6
    HF Deluxe
    1,13,998
    1,24,343

    7
    Access
    70,327
    74,813

    8
    Apache
    61,619
    50,097

    9
    Raider
    56,085
    51,153

    10
    Platina
    52,734
    61,689

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    Total
    14,67,944
    14,38,337 More

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      Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Oct 2025 – Classic, Bullet, Hunter, Meteor, 650 Twins, Himalayan

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      Royal Enfield Meteor 350 New Colour LaunchedRoyal Enfield domestic sales reached 1,16,844 units, a 15% year-on-year and 2.88% month-on-month growth
      Royal Enfield, part of Eicher Motors Limited, has ended the festive months of Sept and Oct 2025 on a promising note. The company has achieved their highest ever festive sales with a total of 2,49,279 units sold during the said two month period. This was a 26% rise over sales in the same period of last year.
      Talking exclusively of sales during the month of Oct 2025, the company has witnessed a 14.68% rise YoY and 2.88% improvement on a MoM basis. Once again it was motorcycles with engine capacities up to 350cc that commanded the most attention while it larger bikes such as the Guerilla, Super Meteor and Shotgun failed to attract much audience.
      Royal Enfield Sales Growth – Oct 2025
      With a total of 1,16,844 unit sales in the past month, the Chennai based two wheeler maker has shown off a 14.68% YoY growth along with a 2.88% rise in MoM sales. There had been 1,01,886 units sold in Oct 2024 while Sept 2025 sales stood at 1,13,573 units.
      Royal Enfield Sales Oct 2025 – YoY
      A strong mix of models in the 350cc segment that included the Classic 350, Hunter 350, Meteor 350 and Bullet 350, remained key contributors. Classic 350 sales were up by 21.61% YoY to 46,573 units from 38,297 units while MoM sales grew by 15.14% over 40,449 units. Bullet 350 followed at No. 2 with 25,560 unit sales, a 13.65% YoY growth from 22,491 units sold in Oct 2024. However, its MoM sales performance fell by 1.37% as against 25,915 units sold in Sept 2025.
      Hunter 350 sales remained muted with a 2.22% rise to 21,823 units in Oct 2025 from 21,350 units of Oct 2024 while MoM sales improved marginally by 0.10% from 21,801 units of Sept 2025. Meteor, also in the 350cc segment showed off better demand with 14,748 unit sales last month marking a 32.44% YoY increase along with a 2.17% rise in MoM sales.
      Royal Enfield Sales Oct 2025 – MoM
      Royal Enfield Larger Capacity Bike Sales – Oct 2025
      Royal Enfield also recorded robust volumes for its 650 cc models, such as the Interceptor 650, Continental GT 650, and the Himalayan on a YoY basis. The 650 Twin sales were up 4.57% to 3,365 units from 3,218 units YoY while Himalayan also displayed a strong 16.46% rise in demand to 2,561 units from 2,199 units. Both these models however, suffered a steel MoM decline by 12.73% and 34.98% respectively.
      Guerilla sales too fell to 1,196 units marking a 24.49% YoY and 33.48% MoM decline. It was followed by the Super Meteor with 890 unit sales, a 32.06% YoY and 19.16% MoM de-growth while Shotgun sales were down to 128 units.
      New Motorcycles at Motoverse 2025
      The company has recently released its Bullet 650cc at Motoverse 2025 along with the Flying Flea FF.S6, both of which were also shown at the EICMA Show earlier this month. Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Mana Black was showcased at the EICMA 2025 and has now been launched in India at the Motoverse 2025 in Goa. Also launched is the Meteor 350 new colour. There was also the Continental GT 750 prototype in attendance at the Motoverse 2025, marking its first appearance in India. Himalayan Electric was also present at the event. More

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      Royal Enfield Continental GT-R 750 Unveiled At Motoverse 2025

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      Yamaha Sales Oct 2025 – Ray ZR, FZ, MT15, R15, Fascino, Aerox

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      Yamaha RayZR : Image – Gyani EnoughYamaha RayZR led the sales list with a strong 33.25% share and 22,738 units sold in Oct 2025
      The two wheeler market saw a surge in demand in October 2025. The performance of this segment was driven by heightened buying during the festive season while GST 2.0 rate rationalization too lent itself to this positive impact.
      While most brands reported double digit growth, Yamaha India sales fell to 68,375 units. This marked a 9.27% YoY decline from 75,358 units sold in Oct 2024 while MoM sales were down by 6.73% as compared to 73,307 units of Sept 2025. Most models in the company portfolio remained in the red.
      Yamaha India YoY vs MoM Sales – Oct 2025
      In a No. 1 position was the Yamaha RayZR scooter with 22,738 units sold. This was a 23.23% YoY growth from 18,451 units sold in Oct 2024. Currently commanding a 33.25% market share, its MoM sales declined by 16.65% when compared to 27,280 units sold in Sept 2025.
      Yamaha Sales Oct 2025 – YoY
      At No. 2, the Yamaha FZ Series has seen its sales decline sharply YoY by 9.09% to 16,250 units from 17,874 units. MoM sales saw a marginal 0.70% growth from 16,137 units of Sept 2025. Yamaha has just launched the new FZ-RAVE in India, augmenting it presence in the 150cc premium commuter segment. The MT 15 followed with 13,173 unit sales, but seeing a 1.73% YoY decline. Its MoM performance however, ended more positively with a 12.64% growth from 11,695 units sold in Sept 2025.
      Yamaha R15, a popular and affordable sports bike in India, has seen its sales dive to 7,949 units in the past month. This was a 30.57% YoY and 14.79% MoM de-growth. The Fascino too suffered severe sales decline to 5,361 units whereas there had been 11,329 units sold in Oct 2024 relating to a 52.68% YoY de-growth. MoM sales also ended in the red by 9.97%.
      Yamaha Sales Oct 2025 – MoM
      While Yamaha Aerox saw a 2.23% YoY growth to 2,889 units from 2,826 units, its MoM sales fell by 0.41%. There was the Yamaha R3/MT03 with 15 units sold, a 37.50% YoY de-growth but a 50% gain on a MoM basis.
      Yamaha India New Launches
      Yamaha is gearing up for a strong rebound in the coming months, backed by a refreshed and more diverse product lineup. With the XSR155 bringing a stylish neo-retro option to the popular R15 platform, Yamaha now has a motorcycle that appeals to both enthusiasts and lifestyle-focused buyers — a segment where demand has been steadily rising.
      Yamaha XSR155 Launched – Sales to start soon
      On the EV front, the newly launched EC-06 electric scooter, boasting a 160 km range, is set to attract urban commuters looking for a premium, long-range EV. Deliveries beginning next quarter will further add momentum. In addition, Yamaha’s confirmation of the upcoming Aerox Electric positions the brand strongly in the fast-growing performance EV scooter space. Together, these launches broaden Yamaha India’s appeal and are expected to significantly boost sales volumes across both ICE and EV segments. More

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      Royal Enfield Electric Himalayan Spotted Next To ICE Himalayan

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      Royal Enfield Electric HimalayanLooking at the hardware, it’s likely that the electric Himalayan will be just as strong an off-roader as the ICE Himalayan
      At the 2025 Motoverse event in Goa, Royal Enfield has introduced multiple new products. The list includes Bullet 650, Meteor 350 Sundowner Orange variant and the Flying Flea S6 electric scrambler bike. Near the Motoverse event venue, an electric Himalayan testbed has also been spotted.
      Royal Enfield Electric Himalayan
      Himalayan electric – Design and features
      A number of features of Himalayan electric are similar to that of the ICE variant. It includes the transparent windscreen, round headlamp and rear-view mirrors and a single-piece seat. The silhouette and riding stance are also shared with the ICE Himalayan in most parts. One can also notice the front rack, even though it has a different shape in comparison to that of the ICE Himalayan.
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      Electric Himalayan is likely to have an all-LED lighting setup. The headlamp can be seen with integrated LED DRLs. USD forks and wheels carry a golden finish, adding a more dynamic character to the bike. For an elegant and seamless look and feel, the seat cover extends across the faux fuel tank. Riding stance is fairly comfortable with centrally mounted foot pegs and a wide handlebar.
      Royal Enfield Electric Himalayan
      Signature features associated with Royal Enfield’s electric range include the distinctive design used for the battery enclosure. It has fin-type structures that create a fluid design and also work to improve cooling. The battery enclosure has a metallic finish, quite the same as that of the original magnesium metal it is made from. Magnesium offers multiple benefits such as a lightweight profile, durability and enhanced cooling. The cockpit area has a navigation tower display.
      Royal Enfield Electric Himalayan
      Electric Himalayan – Specs, performance, range
      Electric Himalayan is using wheels supplied by SM Pro Platinum, a leading UK-based manufacturer. SM Pro Platinum supplies to various other leading brands such as Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, Husqvarna, Triumph, Yamaha and Suzuki. These wheels are standard wire-spoke wheels, likely to have a tubed setup. Cross-spoke tubeless option is expected to be offered as an accessory.
      Royal Enfield Electric Himalayan
      Tyres used with the electric Himalayan testbed are Bridgestone Battlax AdventureCross – AX41. These are specially designed for adventure motorcycles. Key features include enhanced grip, high off-road traction, excellent durability and 30% higher compound rigidity and strength. At the rear, the electric Himalayan has a monoshock suspension. Braking setup comprises a petal disc at the front and a standard disc brake at the rear.
      Royal Enfield Electric Himalayan
      Talking about performance, the electric Himalayan is expected to be equipped with a mid-mounted motor, sourced from Spain-based Stark Future. Power output could be 74.5 kW (100 hp). Electric Himalayan could be equipped with a 14-kWh lithium-ion battery pack. It could offer a certified range of around 200 to 250 km per charge. Multiple ride modes such as Eco, Tour, Off-road and Rally could be available, along with a variety of electronic rider aids. More

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      Royal Enfield Flying Flea S6 Electric Scrambler Made India Debut At Motoverse

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      Royal Enfield Flying Flea S6 India DebutRoyal Enfield is one of the oldest motorcycle brands in the world that has run on fossil fuels ever since its inception. This brand purely runs on its timeless appeal, nostalgia and banks heavily on its rich heritage and legacy. However, Royal Enfield is also a tech-forward company and already has its feet in the electric motorcycle segment.
      The company has a dedicated sub brand called Flying Flea for its electric motorcycle operations. Flying Flea started things with FF C6 (C stands for Classic) and now, we get to see the FF S6 (S stands for Scrambler), which has just debuted at the ongoing Motoverse event in Goa. Let’s take a closer look.
      FF S6 India Debut
      Flying Flea S6 Electric Scrambler
      Royal Enfield Flying Flea S6 made its global debut at EICMA 2025 and has just made its India debut at 2025 Motoverse. The company is positioning FF S6 as a Lightweight City+ EV which as the name suggests, is primarily for the city and is capable of some outdoor excursions as well.
      FF S6 India Debut
      It is basically a Scrambler version of FF C6 and gets dedicated equipment and components which makes it worthy of light trails and other rough bits. An exact launch date is not revealed, but it will hit the roads some time in 2026. Where design is concerned, FF S6 has quite a lot of elements to distinguish itself from FF C6.
      FF S6 India Debut
      These include knuckle guards, a headlight cowl, a front beak, USD telescopic front forks instead of girder forks, 19-inch front and 18-inch rear wire-spoke wheels with dual-sport tyres, unique LED turn indicators with integrated tail lights similar to Himalayan 450 and single-piece narrow Scrambler seat and more.
      FF S6 India Debut
      What to expect?
      Shared elements with FF C6 include its LED lighting, aluminium main frame, magnesium battery casing, a sophisticated swingarm, a 3.5-inch circular TFT touchscreen powered by Qualcomm, sophisticated switchgear, cruise control, keyless go system and others. On FF S6, suspension travel is higher and so is its ground clearance.
      FF S6 India Debut
      Even functionally, Flying Flea S6 differs quite a bit over the FF C6. The main giveaway is the use of chain drive with S6 as opposed to a belt drive on C6. Flying Flea brand aims to offer a unique and premium ownership experience to buyers. It even gets a Flying Flea Tech Centre with a button on right switchgear.
      FF S6 India Debut
      Other notable elements include a dedicated off-road mode, lean-sensing ABS, comprehensive Ride Modes, Traction Control, voice assist feature and more. Royal Enfield Flying Flea S6 and Flying Flea C6 could be priced at a premium, owing to what they both have to offer. More

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      Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Sundowner Orange Launch Price Rs 2.19 Lakh

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      Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Sundowner Orange
      At the ongoing Motoverse 2025 event in Goa, Royal Enfield has showcased two new motorcycles. First was Bullet 650 and then we saw the showcase of Flying Flea S6 and the launch of Himalayan 450 Mana Edition. Apart from the new motorcycles, Royal Enfield launched a new colour for its 350cc cruiser. Let’s take a closer look at the just launched Meteor 350 Sundowner Orange.
      Meteor 350 Sundowner Orange
      Sitting at the top of Royal Enfield’s 350cc portfolio, we have Meteor 350. It is designed for long-distance cruising and it now gets a new special edition unveiled at the ongoing Motoverse 2025 event. Called Meteor 350 Sundowner Orange, Royal Enfield has just launched it for a price tag of Rs 2.19 lakh (Ex-sh).
      Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Sundowner Orange
      The base Fireball variant prices start from Rs 1.95 lakh (Ex-sh) after the GST 2.0 revisions and associated price cuts. Above Fireball, we have Stellar, Aurora and Supernova trim levels. The just launched Sundowner Orange is positioned on top-spec Supernova trim level and gets associated equipment.
      Starting with the new colour, it gets a rather nice shade of Orange complemented by some Beige to give it some contrast. This colourway aims to radiate the aura of a lovely evening ride along a beach. Like Aurora and Supernova trims, Sundowner Orange gets a healthy dosage of chrome for the retro appeal.
      Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Sundowner Orange
      Hardware equipment include a tall and transparent windscreen to protect rider from wind blasts, adjustable levers for optimum comfort, a Deluxe Touring Seat for long rides, rear pillion backrest and Royal Enfield’s Tripper screen for Bluetooth and turn-by-turn navigation. There is also a Type-C USB port which makes it future proof.
      Cross-Spoke Wheels
      The most notable element specific to Sundowner Orange is cross-spoke wheels compatible with tubeless tyres. This way, buyers will get the retro appeal of wire-spoke wheels and the reassurance of tubeless tyres. Other features include LED lighting, Sundowner Orange exclusive badges and other elements.
      Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Sundowner Orange
      Royal Enfield Meteor 350 is all about the highway touring and the overall rider’s triangle and comfort quotient matches this ethos. It allows for an upright posture and the handlebar provides a level of comfort that immediate rivals cannot match.
      It continues to be powered by the same 349cc J-Series engine. It is a simple and robust single-cylinder SOHC 2V/cyl air-cooled engine that is capable of generating 20.2 bhp of peak power and 27 Nm of peak torque, mated to a slip and assist clutch along with a 5-speed gearbox. More

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      Honda Activa Electric Scooter Production Stopped In India

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      New Honda Activa eWhile Honda has introduced practical, well-equipped EVs, their availability in just a few cities could be impacting overall sales potential
      Earlier this year in January, Honda had launched the Activa e: and QC1 electric scooters, priced at Rs 1.17 lakh and Rs 90,000, respectively. Coming from Honda, it was expected that these scooters would emerge as popular options for folks looking for greener alternatives. However, data from the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) reveals that Honda has actually stopped production of these scooters since August 2025. Let’s check out the details.
      Honda Activa e:, QC1 – Low sales to blame?
      After the launch of Activa e: and QC1, production of these scooters was a total of 11,168 units between February and July 2025. SIAM data reveals that only 5,201 units have been dispatched to dealers. That means more than half of the manufactured units are currently lying as unsold inventory. This could be the reason why Honda may have chosen to pause production of the Activa e: and QC1 electric scooters.
      Honda Activa Electric Scooter Sales
      When the scooters were launched, it was felt that Activa e: will be the one generating higher sales volumes. Not only does it have the ‘Activa’ branding, but the scooter also comes with the advanced and user-friendly battery swapping tech. With battery swapping, consumer issues like range anxiety, battery maintenance and battery replacement are completely eliminated.
      Also, one does not have to wait for charging the battery pack. At a battery swapping station, the discharged battery can be replaced with a fully-charged one in just 1-2 minutes. Honda has also been taking steps to boost sales of the Activa e: electric scooter. For example, the battery rental prices were reduced earlier this year in June. It was also reported that Honda was thinking about introducing a home charging dock for the Activa e:.
      Electric 2W Retail Sales Oct 2025 for reference – FADA
      Honda’s electric scooter performance has remained noticeably weak since launch earlier this year, especially when compared to the sharp growth seen across India’s EV two-wheeler market. While brands like TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak and Ather Rizta are posting strong month-on-month gains—helping the overall EV industry grow over 38% in October 2025.
      QC1 sales higher than Activa e:
      Although Activa e: has many benefits, it is the QC1 that has seen higher dispatches to dealers. Of the 5,201 units dispatched to dealers, 4,461 units or 86% were QC1. The rest, only 740 units, were Activa e:. QC1 was offered at a lower price and came with a portable charger. This aligns with current consumer preferences in the electric two-wheeler segment. Most of the leading OEMs in the EV segment, such as Bajaj, TVS, Ather, Ola and Hero MotoCorp, have similar product offerings.
      Battery swapping is definitely advantageous, but it needs a well-developed infrastructure to succeed. As of now, Honda is the only major player to offer battery swapping tech with its Activa e: electric scooter. Limited availability could also be a reason why Honda’s electric scooters may not have delivered desired results. For example, Activa e: is offered only in three cities – Mumbai, Bengaluru and Delhi.
      Honda QC1 is available in six cities (Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune and Chandigarh). This is higher than that of Activa e:, which could be a reason for QC1’s higher sales. However, 3 or 6 cities just cannot compare with the sales potential associated with a pan-India presence. It will be interesting to see how Honda handles this situation. A more aggressive network expansion for its EVs could be on the cards. Honda could also be looking to tweak its product offerings, in line with consumer preferences. More

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      Royal Enfield Bullet 650 Makes India Debut At Motoverse 2025

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      Royal Enfield Bullet 650The iconic Royal Enfield Bullet has entered a new chapter. One of the world’s longest-running motorcycle nameplates—with a legacy stretching over nine decades—has now taken a significant leap forward. Royal Enfield has unveiled the all-new Bullet 650, marking a bold evolution for a motorcycle that enjoys an unmatched cult following. Making its India debut at Motoverse 2025 in Goa, the Bullet 650 is set to shake up the global retro middleweight segment. Let’s dive into what this new legend brings.
      Royal Enfield Bullet 650 Unveiled
      Since its inception in 1932, the Bullet has been an everlasting symbol of timeless design, simplicity, and rugged dependability. For 93 years, it has captivated generations—transcending age, regions, and riding styles. Now, Royal Enfield has crafted the Bullet 650, preserving its classic soul while infusing modern engineering and refinement.
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      The motorcycle is powered by RE’s proven 648cc parallel-twin, oil-cooled engine, delivering a strong mid-range and effortless torque. It retains the trademark dual exhausts, offering a refined yet unmistakably Royal Enfield sound.
      Power output stands at 46.5 bhp, while torque is rated at 52.3 Nm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox and slip-and-assist clutch. Like the rest of RE’s 650cc lineup, the Bullet 650 features EFI and electric start, ensuring reliable everyday usability.
      Royal Enfield Bullet 650
      Despite the modern hardware, the Bullet DNA stays intact—Tiger Eye pilot lamps, a single-piece seat, squared-off rear fender, hand-painted pinstripes, chrome accents, classic round lighting elements, and the iconic 3D winged ‘Royal Enfield’ tank badge.
      Royal Enfield Bullet 650
      Retro X Modern
      Under the skin, the Bullet 650 shares much of its architecture with the Classic 650. Suspension duties are handled by 43mm telescopic forks (120mm travel) and twin rear shocks (90mm travel). Braking is managed by a 320mm front and 300mm rear disc, supported by dual-channel ABS.
      The motorcycle rolls on a 19-inch front wheel (100/90 tyre) and 18-inch rear wheel (140/70 tyre), giving it the confident stance expected from a Bullet. In terms of dimensions, the Bullet 650 stands 2,318mm long, 892mm wide, and 1,137mm tall, with a 1,475mm wheelbase. Ground clearance is 154mm, and the 800mm seat height ensures it remains accessible despite its solid 243kg kerb weight. Fuel tank capacity is 14.8 litres.
      Royal Enfield Bullet 650
      Feature additions include LED lighting, a semi-digital instrument console, and a USB Type-C charging port, enhancing everyday practicality without compromising the vintage aesthetic. Launch is expected to take place in the coming weeks, which is when prices will be revealed. It is expected to be priced below Classic 650, which retails from Rs 3.61 lakh, ex-sh. More