Kawasaki KX 85 vs Royal Enfield Continental GT 650

Last Updated: August 9, 2026

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 price starts at Rs. 3.53 Lakh, which is Rs. 34,895 cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki KX 85, priced at Rs. 3.88 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the KX 85 offers a claimed 25 kmpl, while the Continental GT 650 delivers 27 kmpl. On the performance front, the KX 85 uses a 84cc engine and the Continental GT 650 a 647.95cc engine producing 47.4 PS @ 7150 rpm. If you're deciding between the KX 85 and Continental GT 650, the Continental GT 650 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the KX 85 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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KX 85 vs Continental GT 650 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki KX 85Royal Enfield Continental GT 650
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.88 LakhRs. 3.53 Lakh
Mileage 25 kmpl27 kmpl
Engine 84 cc647.95 cc
Max power Not Available47.4 PS @ 7150 rpm
Kerb weight 74.6 Kg214 Kg

KX 85 vs Continental GT 650 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki KX 85 STDRoyal Enfield Continental GT 650 Standard
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Brand Name Kawasaki Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.88 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.53 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 2 Stroke, Single-cylinder Inline Twin Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC
Max Power Not Available 47.4 PS @ 7150 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki KX 85 Colors
Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-355.6 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Spoke
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Kick Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Not Available Analogue
EMI
Rs. 10,623 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 9,668 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,808 KX 85 Insurance Rs. 21,628 Continental GT 650 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Yes
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
170 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 2 Stroke, Single-cylinder
Inline Twin Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC
Engine Displacement
84 cc
647.95 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
Not Available
47.4 PS @ 7150 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
52.3 Nm @ 5150 rpm
Bore
48.5 mm
78 mm
Stroke
45.8 mm
67.8 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Carburetor
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Digital Spark Ignition
Compression Ratio
10.9:1/9.0:1
9.5:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
25 kmpl
27 kmpl
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
25-30 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø36 mm, Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 275 mm
41 mm front fork, Travel - 110 mm
Suspension-Rear
Ø184 mm, Uni Trak Swingarm, Wheel Travel - 275 mm
Coil-over shocks, Travel - 88 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
18 psi
32 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
18 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
18 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
18 psi
39 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-70/100-17,Rear :- 90/100-14
Front :-100/90-18, Rear :-130/70-18
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-355.6 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tube
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Spoke

Seat height
830 mm
804 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.5 L
Gross Weight
Not Available
400 kg
Length*Width*Height
1825*765*1100 mm3
2119*780*1067 mm3
Wheelbase
1260 mm
1398 mm
Length
1825 mm
2119 mm
Ground Clearance
290 mm
174 mm
Height
1100 mm
1067 mm
Width
765 mm
780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
5 L
12.5 L
Kerb Weight
74.6 Kg
214 Kg
Tail Light
Not Available
Bulb
Front Brake Size
220 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
184 mm
240 mm

Roadside assistance
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
Not Available
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 12AH

Frame Type
Tubular, Semi Double Cradle
Steel Tubular, Double Cradle Frame
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Cafe Racer Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Not Available
Analogue and Digital
Starting
Kick Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Not Available
Analogue
Tachometer
Not Available
Analogue
Gradeability
Not Available
24°
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Not Available
Digital
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
500 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
5000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
10000 Kms/365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
15000 Kms/550 Days

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
3 Years or 40,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
40000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Royal Enfield Continental GT 650
  • Classic retro styling appeals to many
  • Not-too-aggressive riding posture
  • Great handling & nice exhaust note
Royal Enfield Continental GT 650
  • Could have better brakes
  • Clutch is on slightly heavier side
  • Customization options are limited
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