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    RE Himalayan 3 New Colours – Glacier Blue, Sleet Black, Dune Brown

    As individual preferences vary widely, Royal Enfield has made it a point to provide a range of colour options for its bikesRE Himalayan New ColoursAt the time of Himalayan BS6 launch, colour options were Gravel Grey, Lake Blue, Rock Red, Sleet Grey, Snow White and Granite Black. In February 2021, Sleet Grey and Snow White colour options were removed. This was likely due to low demand for these colour options. As a replacement, Royal Enfield Himalayan had received colour options of Mirage Silver and Pine Green.Himalayan colour palette has been updated again with three new colour options, Glacier Blue, Sleet Black, and Dune Brown. Existing colour options continue to be on offer along with these three new colours.Himalayan new coloursHimalayan already has a blue shade (Lake Blue), which is a dual-tone blue-white theme. The new Glacial Blue variant utilizes a different shade of blue. Another unique aspect is that this new theme utilizes a mix of glossy and matte blue. While the fuel tank has a glossy finish, the front beak and side panels are done in matte shade. The glossy-matte combo is surely distinctive, but not necessarily attractive.Second new colour option of Dune Brown appears similar to a shade that was earlier used on a special edition of Classic 500. Existing Classic 350 also has a familiar shade called Signals Desert Sand.RE Himalayan New ColoursNew Dune Brown shade has a camouflage pattern, similar to that of the Pine Green colour option. The shade has been applied on the front beak, fuel tank, front rack, side panels and rear mud guard. The Dune Brown variant can be a way to highlight the bike’s capabilities across sandy terrain. Pricing of new colour versions of Himalayan is Rs 2.15 lakh, ex-sh.B Govindarajan, Chief Executive Officer, Royal Enfield said “Launched in 2016, the Royal Enfield Himalayan has been a stellar performing motorcycle in our portfolio. Developed and designed from decades of experience of riding in the mountains, and thousands of kilometers of traversing some of the toughest terrain, the Himalayan has undoubtedly created a new segment of accessible adventure touring for riders across the world. A simple, versatile, go-anywhere motorcycle, the Himalayan has resonated well with millions of adventure aficionados and has brought in new riding enthusiasts into the Royal Enfield community. The reliable and consistent performance of the Himalayan coupled with the introduction of these new terrain-inspired hues will definitely add more colour to every adventure.”Himalayan specsApart from the new colour options, there are no other updates for Himalayan. The bike is powered by a 411cc, air cooled, SOHC motor that generates 24.3 bhp of max power at 6,500 rpm and 32 Nm of peak torque at 4,000-4,500 rpm. It is mated to a constant mesh 5-speed gearbox. The bike has ground clearance of 220mm and dual-channel switchable ABS is offered as standard.RE Himalayan New ColoursWhile Royal Enfield has already expanded its 400cc portfolio with Scram 411, a larger capacity Himalayan 450 is also under development. It is expected to get a range of updates and offer improved off-road performance. More

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    Royal Enfield Electric Motorcycle Concept Leaks – Electrik 01

    We can expect Royal Enfield’s maiden electric bike to have around 100 to 150 km range and performance enough to match their 350cc portfolioRoyal Enfield Electric Motorcycle ConceptHoly Moly! That was the expression that struck my mind when I first laid my eyes on this beauty. Eicher Motors CEO Siddhartha Lal had given subtle hints at Hunter 350 launch event as to what kind of EVs may come out of Royal Enfield stables in the coming years. He mentioned that the very first Royal Enfield electric vehicle will be revealed in a few years.We knew that RE was cooking something that had nothing to do with IC engines. Now, the first photo of their first electric motorcycle has leaked online. What we see is so radical, it has managed to take us back in time. This is unlike anything that has come out of Royal Enfield stables in decades.Royal Enfield Electric Motorcycle ConceptThe motorcycle in question is Royal Enfield’s maiden electric product. It is internally codenamed “Electrik01”, and hints at the possibility that there might be future versions of this concept. Even though this isn’t a full reveal, we can get a hold of what aesthetics Royal Enfield is going for. For starters, the main eye-grabber is its front girder fork which is ancient technology in today’s standards.To put it into context as to how old that is, I am an Automobile Engineer and I never once read about it throughout my degree. Since I am a vintage car and vintage motorcycle enthusiast, I am aware of such relics. It consists of two girder arms that hold either side of the wheel. There is a top dogbone that connects this fork to the motorcycle’s frame.Royal Enfield Electric Motorcycle ConceptSince there is only one link, it was considered as ineffective as motorcycles went faster around the corners. Telescopic forks have the advantage of providing twice the clamping and rigidity. Today, USD forks are regarded as better because they pose a major advantage in corner carving as the fatter part is up top and offers more surface area for clamping and hence, sharper handling.This type of setup usually only gets one spring and damper. But on Electrik01, there seem to be two forks. We don’t see any provision for adjusting the dampers either. Sticking with Royal Enfield’s maiden electric bike, the report further states that ‘non-conformist’, ‘game changer’ and ‘lone wolf’ were present in its product brief. It is likely that RE will stick with conventional setups to share parts with multiple products. Or embrace girder forks too.DesignDespite being an electric vehicle, Electrik01 gets a fuel tank which is likely to be purely aesthetic. This is an indication that RE will stick to its roots and offer a retro-styled or a neo-retro-styled motorcycle. Elements like round headlight, minimalist speedo and curvaceous lines are present on Electrik01. This concept gets a futuristic chassis and production-spec vehicles will likely sport a conventional chassis.Looking at the timeframe that the British brand generally takes to launch one of its products, it is safe to say that Royal Enfield’s maiden electric bike is still years down the line. Since it is their maiden EV, that timeframe is likely to go even further. Royal Enfield is in no hurry and will take their own sweet sweet time to roll out an EV that will be good, and also meet expectations.Source More

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    Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Oct 2022 – Classic, Bullet, Himalayan, Hunter

    Royal Enfield Sales Breakup for October 2022 puts it in the greens, except for MoM analysis for exportsRoyal Enfield Himalayan 411Royal Enfield is actively pushing its portfolio to incorporate more and more body styles. A reflection of that was the recently showcased Super Meteor 650 which is the company’s first proper textbook cruiser. Launch of the same is expected in Jan 2023. This will help RE push their sales even higher. Let’s take a look at their sales last month.Leading the charts, Classic 350 sold 31,791 units and registered 61.15% YoY growth and 15.31% MoM growth as opposed to 19,728 units sold a year ago and 27,571 units sold a month before. Volume growth stood at 12,063 units YoY and 4,220 units MoM. It holds 41.54% of RE’s domestic sales.Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Oct 2022Hunter 350 and Meteor 350 took 2nd and 3rd spots in RE’s domestic sales by selling 14,445 and 10,353 vehicles respectively. While Meteor 350 marked YoY growth of 31.87%, both Hunter 350 and Meteor 350 registered MoM decline of 9.77% and 4.49% respectively. Last month, they held 20.18% and 13.53% market share of the company’s domestic sales respectively.Bullet 350 managed to mark a 50.38% YoY growth by selling 8,755 timeless machines last month. Since it had clocked the same number in September 2022, Bullet 350 sales stayed neutral MoM. Electra took 5th spot as it sold 4,575 units last month, up from 2,246 units and doubled its numbers YoY with 103.70% growth and 9.61% MoM growth.Royal Enfield Domestic Sales BreakupHimalayan managed to clock 3,751 vehicles last month, registered 0.62% YoY growth over 3,728 vehicles sold a year ago, and gained 23 vehicles in volume. It registered a 7.85% MoM growth over 3,478 vehicles sold a month before that. Royal Enfield’s 650cc big boys clocked 1,858 units in the domestic market with 50.32% YoY growth and 8.65% MoM growth.Royal Enfield marked a fruitful month by selling 76,528 motorcycles in October 2022 domestically. The British marque registered 88.44% YoY growth and 3.91% MoM growth as opposed to 40,611 motorcycles sold in October 2021 and 73,646 in September 2022. Volume growth in the domestic market stood at 35,917 units YoY and 2,882 units MoM.Royal Enfield Exports Oct 2022Meteor 350 takes the lead in exports by selling 1,419 units last month. In comparison, Meteor 350 shipped 1,217 units a year before and 3,139 units a month before it. Hence, it saw 16.60% YoY growth and 54.79% MoM decline. Meteor 350 is UK’s highest-selling motorcycle and in RE’s total exports, it holds a 24.86% market share.Royal Enfield Exports BreakupHunter 350 shipped 1,290 vehicles and with just 2 vehicles shipped in September 2022, Hunter saw 64400% MoM growth and holds a 22.60% market share of the company’s exports. Domestic highest-seller, Classic 350, takes 2nd spot by shipping 1,200 units and registered 120.18% YoY growth and numbers fell by 53.97% MoM.With 1,000 motorcycles shipped, RE’s 650cc twins registered 51.98% YoY growth and 6.72% MoM growth. Himalayan fell into the red completely as it saw a 23.42% You decline and a 54.81% MoM decline. Himalayan’s 798 units shipped, fell short to register any positive growth. Exports saw a 62.04% YoY growth and a 32.47% MoM decline as opposed to 3,522 motorcycles sold a year ago and 8,451 motorcycles sold a month before. More

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    Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Exhaust Note Revealed

    After making global debut at EICMA 2022, Royal Enfield Super Meteor has arrived in IndiaRoyal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Debuts At Rider Mania 2022Royal Enfield showcased its middle-weight cruiser at EICMA 2022 in Milan. Called Super Meteor 650, the new RE has now made its debut in India. Showcased at Rider Mania 2022, Super Meteor 650 exudes class and has a solid road presence.Prices for the motorcycle are not yet announced. That said, Royal Enfield has revealed accessories packages for Super Meteor 650 namely Solo Tourer and Grand Tourer. The bike is likely to be launched in early 2023. Super Meteor prices might fall in the ballpark of Rs. 3.0 lakh to 3.5 lakh (ex-sh).Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Exhaust NoteThe new RE SM650 looks just as ravishing as it did in Milan. It is credited with a lot of firsts. For instance, it is the first RE motorcycle to get an LED headlight which consists of 6 LEDs. It is not yet known if all 6 are used for headlights or if some are just parking lights.Turn indicators are still halogen, though. It is the first 650cc bike from Royal Enfield to get a tripper navigation screen. Lastly, it is the first ever RE to get USD front forks. Like Meteor 350, Super Meteor 650 is built around a steel tubular spine frame. That said, the latter looks a lot more substantial in comparison. Take a look at the detailed walkaround video shared by Biker Prakash Choudhary – in which you can also listen to the Super Meteor 650 exhaust note for the first time.[embedded content][embedded content]Front gets 43 mm USD forks with 120 mm travel, which adds a lot of muscle and compliments its round headlight. Rear is taken care of by twin shock absorbers with 101 mm travel and offers preload adjustability as well.Other hardware includes a 320 mm front disc and 300 mm rear disc brake with dual-channel ABS. Both rotors get dual-piston floating-type calipers. Wrapped to its 19” front wheel is a 100/90-R19 and to its 16” rear wheel is a 150/80-16 rubber. These are Ceat Zoom tyres that Interceptor 650 and Continental GT also get.Specs & FeaturesIn terms of design, it looks like a quintessential cruiser and offers a relaxed riding posture to munch miles. Helping with its character is a smooth and torquey 648cc parallel-twin engine that generates 47 bhp and 52.3 Nm of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox and comes with modern features like oil-cooling, a 4V head and a slipper clutch.Royal Enfield will launch Super Meteor 650 in two variants. Standard Super Meteor 650 and Super Meteor 650 Tourer. When launched, the logical rival it has to face is Kawasaki Vulcan S. Launch will likely happen in early 2023. More

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    Accessories For Super Meteor 650 – Solo Tourer, Grand Tourer

    RE genuine accessories for Super Meteor 650 will make the Standard motorcycle a lot more touring-friendly and bring it closer to Tourer variantSuper Meteor 650 Tourer VariantRoyal Enfield motorcycles are often known to be blank canvases. Not that we are complaining. In their stock form, Royal Enfield offers a timeless design that will surely appeal to the majority of general consensus. For the rest that needs individuality, this blank canvas is a boon.The company sells a fair share of accessories too. These accessories are termed General Motorcycle Accessories or GMAs. Some accessories are sold individually and some come in bundles or packages. Accessories are the easiest way to uplift a motorcycle’s design that reflects the character and soul of its rider.Royal Enfield revealed its Super Meteor 650 cruiser yesterday at EICMA. It is one of the most awaited motorcycles in India and overseas. It was showcased in two trims namely Super Meteor 650 and Super Meteor 650 Tourer. Let’s take a look at the accessories for Super Meteor 650 that RE has showcased alongside it.Accessories For Super Meteor 650 RevealedThe proposition of a relatively inexpensive textbook cruiser with a powerful engine that comes with a robust dealer network across the country is to die for, isn’t it? That is exactly what Super Meteor 650 cruiser is touting. It can be purchased at your nearest Royal Enfield dealership too.Standard Super Meteor 650Super Meteor 650 is launched in two trims – Super Meteor 650 is the solo tourer variant and will be available in five colourways – Astral Black, Astral Blue, Astral Green, Interstellar Grey and Interstellar Green. Second variant is Super Meteor 650 Tourer – it is the grand tourer variant and will be available in two colourways – Celestial Red and Celestial Blue.Royal Enfield is offering accessories kits for Standard Super Meteor 650 that are termed under two sections, Solo Tourer and Grand Tourer. As the name suggests, Solo Tourer gets a single seat and luggage rack on top of the rear fender. On closer inspection, it gets LED indicators, machined wheels and bar end mirrors to enhance looks and deluxe footpegs to enhance comfort.Grand Tourer kit is a lot more touring-friendly. In that sense, we get a lot of comfort-enhancing features like a touring-friendly handlebar, deluxe footpegs, pillion backrest, touring-friendly seats and a large windscreen. Other notable add-ons include LED indicators and panniers on either side that don’t look out of place.Specs & FeaturesIt is powered by the same 648cc parallel-twin engine with a 4V head, oil cooling and a slipper clutch. This engine is coupled to a 6-speed gearbox and makes 47 bhp and 52.3 Nm of torque. It weighs a hefty 241 kg, making it the heaviest RE to date. Accessories for Super Meteor 650 will make the motorcycle more functional when compared to Standard variant.Straight-line stability is likely to be impeccable due to its heft. Right now, there is only one logical alternative to Super Meteor 650 and that is Kawasaki Vulcan S. Pricing for the motorcycle and its accessories are not revealed yet. India debut will happen at Rider Mania later this month. More

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    New Royal Enfield 650cc Scrambler Showcased At EICMA 2022

    RE 650 scrambler looks sporty with flat-tracker style side panels, 2 into 1 exhaust and dual-purpose block-pattern tyresNew Royal Enfield 650cc ScramblerSuccess of 650 twins has given Royal Enfield the confidence to expand its 650cc portfolio. RE’s expanded 650cc range will comprise multiple body styles such as roadster, cruiser, bobber and a scrambler. At the EICMA 2022, RE has revealed their 650cc Cruiser called Super Meteor 650 as well as Scrambler 650.As compared to other upcoming Royal Enfield 650cc bikes, the scrambler will have an athletic profile. It will have superior capabilities in terms of negotiating busy city streets. Dual-purpose tyres indicate that it can also be fun on off-road tracks.Royal Enfield 650cc scramblerSome of the components such as instrument cluster, switches, indicators and tail lamp appear to have been borrowed from Hunter 350. Such basic components are likely to be shared by other upcoming Royal Enfield 650cc bikes as well. A distinctive feature of RE 650cc scrambler is flat-tracker style round side panels. It works to enhance the bike’s sporty profile and is indicative of its racing capabilities.Upcoming Royal Enfield 650cc scrambler can be seen with dual-purpose block-pattern tyres. A visual inspection of the tread pattern hints towards Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tyres. The bike has a 2 into 1 exhaust pipe, which should help reduce weight and deliver some performance boost as well. The exhaust’s aural experience is expected to be peppier in comparison to other upcoming 650cc bikes from Royal Enfield.New Royal Enfield 650cc ScramblerOther key features of Royal Enfield 650cc scrambler include round headlamp and rear-view mirrors, tear-drop shaped fuel tank, single instrument pod, scooped rider seat and short tail section. Ergonomics are pretty relaxed with centrally mounted foot pegs and wide handlebar.Royal Enfield 650cc scrambler specsPowering the bike will be the same 648cc parallel-twin motor in use with Interceptor and Continental GT 650. It generates 47 bhp of max power at 7,150 rpm and 52 Nm of peak torque at 5,250 rpm. It is mated to a 6-speed constant mesh gearbox. While performance numbers will be same, 650cc scrambler can have higher power-to-weight ratio with its reduced body weight.Key hardware for the bike includes disc brakes at both ends, integrated with dual-channel ABS. The bike will have wider rear tyre. Suspension setup comprises non-adjustable USD forks at front and twin rear shock absorbers.New Royal Enfield 650cc ScramblerWith its expanded 650cc range, Royal Enfield is probably getting ready to meet increased demand for such bikes in the future. Road infrastructure is expanding at a rapid pace across the country, which is expected to provide better opportunities to enthusiasts to explore the great outdoors. Making it possible will be the upcoming 650cc bikes from Royal Enfield.A balanced mix of performance and affordability will continue to attract users to Royal Enfield bikes. The company is also likely to aggressively target export markets with its new range of 650cc motorcycles. More

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    Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 First Look Walkaround – Full Details

    With the same engine as Interceptor and Continental GT 650, RE Super Meteor 650 will offer a different character suiting its cruiser formRoyal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Walkaround2022 EICMA Show turned out to be an important event for Royal Enfield fans around the world. At this show, RE unveiled its Super Meteor 650 cruiser motorcycle. It is one of the most awaited bikes in India. One that has generated a lot of buzz in the motorcycling fraternity.Cruisers are a tempting proposition when compared to sports tourers and all-out tourers. The word cruiser has been used more widely in modern times to fit a lot of motorcycles under its umbrella. But the charm of textbook cruisers still remains with their low seat height, front-set footpegs and easily accessible handlebar.Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 – WalkaroundIf we take a look at proper 650cc cruisers, we only had Kawasaki Vulcan S that is priced at Rs. 6.4 lakh (ex-sh). RE Super Meteor 650 is likely to give Vulcan S, a run for its money. The company has launched the bike in two variants namely Super Meteor 650 and Super Meteor 650 Tourer.Being a cruiser, Super Meteor 650 gets a lot of things right. For starters, it gets the design right. RE has stuck to its retro-classic DNA and we are glad that it did. Everything on this motorcycle looks like it will age gracefully. From its round headlights, round taillights, teardrop-shaped fuel tank and subtle use of chrome, it exudes a retro charm that is hard to shake off. Below is a detailed walkaround video of Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650, shared by Peak Motorcycles.[embedded content][embedded content]Available in two variants – Super Meteor 650 is the solo tourer variant and will be available in five colourways – Astral Black, Astral Blue, Astral Green, Interstellar Grey and Interstellar Green. Second variant is Super Meteor 650 Tourer – it is the grand tourer variant and will be available in two colourways – Celestial Red and Celestial Blue.The motorcycle is supported by an extensive ecosystem of Genuine Motorcycle Accessories that compliment its touring capabilities. Of the three motorcycles unveiled at EICMA, the Astral Black Super Meteor 650 is equipped with Solo Tourer Genuine Motorcycle Accessories kit, including bar end mirrors, deluxe footpeg, solo finisher, LED indicators and machined wheels.The Celestial Red Super Meteor 650 Tourer is equipped with the Grand Tourer accessories kit including deluxe touring dual-seat, touring windscreen, passenger backrest, deluxe footpegs, longhaul panniers, touring handlebar and LED indicators. The Interstellar Green Super Meteor 650 is displayed in the standard format.Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650cc SpecsFeatures & SpecsRE Super Meteor 650 is getting first for Royal Enfield features like front 43 mm USD forks and LED headlights. Royal Enfield has offered alloy wheels on all trims like on Meteor 350. Which might not be as pretty as spoked wheels, but is more convenient. At the rear, Super Meteor 650 packs in twin shock absorbers. We still get single disc setup at both ends. Front gets 320mm and rear gets 300mm and is equipped with dual-channel ABS. We now get 16” wheels at the rear with 150/80-B16 tyres. While front gets a 19” wheel shod with 100/90-19 tyres.Speaking of platform, RE Super Meteor 650 will share most of its mechanicals and chassis with Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650. It is a 648cc parallel twin, oil-cooled engine that kicks out 47 bhp of power and 52.3 Nm of torque. Royal Enfield is expected to tune the engine slightly to suit the character of a cruiser.With its comfort, straight-line stability with a 1,500mm wheelbase, and mile-mulching capability, RE Super Meteor 650 is likely to make a mark in 650cc cruiser segment across the globe. At 241 kg, it is the heaviest RE to date and Thunderbird’s 20L fuel tank could have been a godsend instead of 15L tank. It will be showcased in India at Rider Mania later this month. More

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    RE Super Meteor 650 Red, Black Colour – First Official Photo Leaks ?

    Super Meteor 650 will have several distinctive features, something not seen with any of the existing Royal Enfield bikesRE Super Meteor 650 Red And Black ColourSpotted multiple times across city streets and highways, Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 is one of the most awaited bikes in the country. It will make its global debut later today at 2022 EICMA. Ahead of that, first photo of the upcoming Super Meteor 650 has been leaked online. It is seen in a dual tone finish of Red and black colour.Super Meteor 650 is part of the company’s strategy to expand options available to enthusiasts in the 650cc segment. 650 twins are already enjoying spectacular success with a market share of more than 80 percent in 500cc+ motorcycle segment. Addition of new 650cc products like Super Meteor will further strengthen Royal Enfield’s presence in this space. Exports are also expected to contribute significant numbers to overall sales of Super Meteor 650.Super Meteor 650 new detailsErgonomics are vitally important for cruisers and Royal Enfield is making sure that Super Meteor lives up to expectations. A key detail that has been revealed is low seat height, even less than 765mm of Meteor 350. This will be advantageous in terms of handling and overall ride dynamics. Low seat height will ensure that even shorter individuals can handle the bike without any hassles.Given the bike’s significant volume and weight, it is imperative for users to firmly plant their feet on the ground. A low seat height will make it possible. The bike has a scooped seat, which will ensure optimal comfort and adequate lumbar support, as necessary for long distance touring. Ergonomics are further enhanced with wide handlebar and forward set foot pegs.Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650cc – Official TeaserAnother key feature will be a new LED headlight. Super Meteor will be the first Royal Enfield bike to have this type of headlight. Upcoming Himalayan 450 is also expected to get a similar LED headlight. Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 will be using 19-inch front and 16-inch rear wheels. This setup is slightly different from Meteor 350 that has a 17-inch rear wheel. As for the rubber, Super Meteor 650 is likely to get Pirelli Phantom Sportscomp tyres.Super Meteor 650 features, specsApart from the signature retro theme, Super Meteor will have a completely unique profile. Everything from fuel tank design to offset fuel filler cap, retro-styled winged logo, side panels and tail section will be entirely new. However, some components such as instrument cluster, switchgear, tripper navigation and round LED tail light could be borrowed from Meteor 350. Switch cubes are expected to have a lighter colour shade in comparison to the usual black finish.Super Meteor will be utilizing a modified version of the chassis used with 650 twins. A number of changes are expected, based on different mounting points for foot pegs, rear brake pedal and heel and toe shifter. The bike will be using USD forks at front and dual rear shock absorbers.Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650ccEngine will be the same as 650 twins and likely to have the same performance numbers of 47 hp and 52 Nm. However, some visual uniqueness has been achieved with changes to the appearance of engine casing. Super Meteor 650 is expected to be even smoother than 650 twins, as it gets a new brace for the engine head that connects to the top of the frame.In India, Super Meteor 650 could be showcased at the upcoming Royal Enfield Rider Mania, later this month. Postponed due to the pandemic, the event will be back in November after a gap of two years.Source More