Royal Enfield Himalayan vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

BikeWale brings you comparison of Royal Enfield Himalayan, Royal Enfield Interceptor 650. The ex-showroom price of Royal Enfield Himalayan is ₹ 1,91,591 , Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is ₹ 2,69,764. Royal Enfield Himalayan is available in 2 colours and 3 variants, Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is available in 3 colours and 3 variants. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Royal Enfield Himalayan, Royal Enfield Interceptor 650.

Himalayan vs Interceptor 650 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Himalayan	Interceptor 650
Price	₹ 1,91,591	₹ 2,69,764
Capacity	411 cc	648 cc
Power	24.3 bhp @ 6500 rpm	47 bhp @ 7250 rpm
Economy	30 kmpl	25 kmpl

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Royal Enfield
Himalayan

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Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 1,91,591
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Interceptor 650

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₹ 2,69,764
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Royal Enfield
Himalayan
Standard - BS VI
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Interceptor 650
Standard - BS VI
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	24.3 bhp @ 6,500 rpm	47 bhp @ 7,250 rpm	29.5 bhp @ 9,000 rpm
Max Torque	32 Nm @ 4,500 rpm	52 Nm @ 5,250 rpm	24 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Emission Standard	BS-VI	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	411	648	248.76
Cylinders	1	2	1
Bore (mm)	78	78	72
Stroke (mm)	86	67.8	61.1
Valves Per Cylinder	--	2	4
Compression Ratio	9.5:1	9.5:1	12.5 : 1
Ignition	Digital electronic ignition	Digital Spark Ignition -TCI	--
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	1	1	--
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Air/Oil Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Transmission	5 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Clutch	Wet Multiplate	Slipper Clutch	Slipper Clutch (PASC)
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	15	13.7	14.5
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	--	--	--
Riding Range (Km) Maximum distance a petrol bike can travel on a full fuel tank and an electric bike can travel on a full charge	450	342	--
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	--	--	--
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl) BikeWale collects mileage information from bike owners to provide you with the actual mileage that you might get.	30	25	--
Top Speed (Kmph)	--	--	--

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	300	320	320
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	240	240	230
Calliper Type	Front-2 Piston, Rear-Single Piston Calliper	--	Front- 4 Piston, Rear- Single Piston Calliper
Front Wheel Size (inch)	21	18	19
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	18	17
Front Tyre Size	90/90 - 21"	100/90- 18"M/C56H	100/90
Rear Tyre Size	120/90 - 17"	130/70- 18"M/C63H	130/80
Tyre Type	Tubed	Tubed	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	No	No	Yes
Wheel Type	Spoke	Spoke	Alloy
Front Suspension	Telescopic, 41 mm forks, 200 mm travel	41mm dia front fork, 110mm travel	WP Apex 43 mm Upside down Suspension
Rear Suspension	Monoshock with linkage, 180 mm wheel travel	Twin, Coil-over Shocks, 88mm travel	WP Apex Shock Absorber

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	199	202	177
Overall Length (mm)	2,190	2,122	2,154
Overall Width (mm)	840	789	900
Overall Height (mm)	1,360	1,165	1,263
Wheelbase (mm)	1,465	1,400	1,430
Ground Clearance (mm)	220	174	200
Seat Height (mm)	800	804	855
Chassis Type	Half-duplex split cradle frame	Steel tubular double cradle	Steel Trellis Frame, Powder-coated

features


Odometer	Digital	Digital	Digital
DRLs (Daytime running lights)	No	No	Yes
Mobile App Connectivity	No	No	No
GPS & Navigation	No	No	No
Braking System CBS, IBS, SBT, UBS, HBS - Combined braking of both front and rear wheel \| ABS - Anti-lock braking system which can be just for front wheel (single channel) or both wheels (dual channel) or can be switched off (switchable) \| E-ABS - Electronic assisted braking system \| Standard - Cable operated	Switchable ABS	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
USB charging port	No	No	No
Front storage box	No	No	No
Under seat storage	No	No	No
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	Yes	Yes	Yes
Speedometer	Analogue	Analogue	Digital
Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Analogue	Analogue	Digital
Stand Alarm	Yes	No	Yes
Stepped Seat	Yes	No	Yes
No. of Tripmeters	2	2	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator	No	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pillion Backrest	No	No	No
Pillion Grabrail	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pillion Seat	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes	Yes
Digital Fuel Guage	No	Yes	Yes
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start	Electric Start
Shift Light	No	No	Yes
Killswitch	Yes	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	No	Yes
Electric System	12V DC	12V DC	--
Battery	12 volt, 8 AH MF	12V, 12AH VRLA	--
Headlight Type	Halogen	Halogen Bulb Type	Halogen
Headlight Bulb Type	12V, H4-60/55W	55/60w, H4	Low Beam: 55 W at 13.5 V, High Beam: 60 W at 13.5 V
Brake/Tail Light	12V, 4/1W	P21/5W Halogen Bulb	LED Tail Lamp
Turn Signal	12V, 10W X 4nos	Yes	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes	Yes
Additional features	--	--	--

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Engine has lots of torque
- High ground clearance
- Dual-purpose tyres mounted on spoke wheels
- Features a refined engine
- Offers a comfortable riding position
- Comes in variety of colour options
- Excellent seating comfort
- Loaded with features
- 250cc has good top-end power
Could be better
- Misses out on kickstart
- High seat height can be a problem for short riders
- Could get better instrument cluster
- Weight is on the heavier side
- Slightly harsh ride quality
- Can’t do hardcore off-road
- Misses out on full TFT display
- Front brake could have been better

Colors


Available Colours	Snow Granite	Mark Three Orange Crush Silver Spectre	Orange Black

Reviews

Overall rating
4.5(598 ratings)
228 reviews
4.6(208 ratings)
83 reviews
4.8(4 ratings)
2 reviews

Performance Parameters


Visual Appeal	4	4	5
Reliability	4	4	5
Performance	4	4	5
Comfort	4	4	5
Service Experience	3	4	5
Maintenance cost	2	3	4
Extra Features	5	4	4

Reviews

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Best entry level tourer Absolutely and u

RE Himalayan is best for touring. U take it to the highway or off-road and u will get

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Love

Love it. Nothing less if there's nothing more. Really don't know what else to say. Th

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First owner review. KTM Adventure 250

Good Buying experience with immediate delivery of bike. Riding experience so far has

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