KTM 65 SX vs Royal Enfield Classic 650

Last Updated: October 25, 2026

Royal Enfield Classic 650 price starts at Rs. 3.68 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.79 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 65 SX, priced at Rs. 5.47 Lakh. On the performance front, the 65 SX uses a 64.9cc engine producing 11.35 PS @ 11500 rpm and the Classic 650 a 647.95cc engine producing 47.04 PS @ 7250 rpm. If you're deciding between the 65 SX and Classic 650, the Classic 650 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the 65 SX stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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65 SX vs Classic 650 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 65 SXRoyal Enfield Classic 650
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 5.47 LakhRs. 3.68 Lakh
Mileage Not Available31 kmpl
Engine 64.9 cc647.95 cc
Max power 11.35 PS @ 11500 rpm47.04 PS @ 7250 rpm
Kerb weight 62 Kg243 Kg

65 SX vs Classic 650 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 65 SX STDRoyal Enfield Classic 650 Hotrod
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Brand Name KTM Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 5.47 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.68 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke Inline Twin Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC
Max Power 11.35 PS @ 11500 rpm 47.04 PS @ 7250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 65 SX Colors
Royal Enfield Classic 650 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-355.6 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm Front :-482.6 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. 14,963 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 10,065 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 13,837 65 SX Insurance Rs. 23,194 Classic 650 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
157 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke
Inline Twin Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC
Engine Displacement
64.9 cc
647.95 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
11.35 PS @ 11500 rpm
47.04 PS @ 7250 rpm
Max Torque
10.8 Nm @ 7500 rpm
52.3 Nm @ 5650 rpm
Bore
45 mm
78 mm
Stroke
40.8 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
Hidria Digital
Not Available
Compression Ratio
Not Available
9.5:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
31 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
21.45 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Xact 35 Wp Upside Down Fork, Ø 35 mm, Travel - 215 mm
Telescopic Fork 43 mm, 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Xact Wp Mono Shock, Travel - 253.5 mm
Twin Shock, 90 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
15 psi
32 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
15 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
15 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
15 psi
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-60/100-14, Rear :-80/100-12
Front :-100/90-19, Rear :-140/70-18
Wheel Size
Front :-355.6 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Spoke

Dry Weight
53.5 kg
Not Available
Seat height
730 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.2 L
2.9 L
Gross Weight
Not Available
407 kg
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2318*892*1137 mm3
Wheelbase
1142 mm
1475 mm
Length
Not Available
2318 mm
Ground Clearance
259 mm
154 mm
Height
Not Available
1137 mm
Width
Not Available
892 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
4.5 L
14.8 L
Kerb Weight
62 Kg
243 Kg
Tail Light
Not Available
LED
Front Brake Size
198 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
180 mm
300 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Roadside assistance
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
Not Available
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 12AH

Frame Type
Central Double Cradle Type Frame
Steel Tubular Spine Frame
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
ECO Mode
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Handlebar type
Tapered aluminum
Not Available
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Dirt Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Kick Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Not Available
Analogue
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Not Available
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
500kms/45 days
2nd Service
Not Available
5000kms/180 days
3rd Service
Not Available
10000kms/360 days
4th Service
Not Available
15000kms/540 days

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 50,000 Km
3 Years or 40,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
40000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Royal Enfield Classic 650
  • The heritage design makes the bike look drop-dead gorgeous
  • The 650cc engine is very refined & the bike can easily cruise at highway speeds
  • The brakes offer good feedback and bring the bike to a halt quickly
Royal Enfield Classic 650
  • The bike feels really heavy coming in at 243kg kerb
  • Ride quality is poor due to the stiff suspension setup
  • The clutch lever action is on the heavier side
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KTM 65 SX Vs Royal Enfield Classic 650 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper KTM 65 SX vs Royal Enfield Classic 650?
The Royal Enfield Classic 650 is cheaper than KTM 65 SX by ₹1.79 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 65 SX vs Royal Enfield Classic 650?
For the STD version, 64.9 cc Petrol engine of 65 SX produces 11.35 PS @ 11500 rpm of power and 10.8 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Hotrod version, 647.95 cc Petrol engine of Classic 650 produces 47.04 PS @ 7250 rpm of power and 52.3 Nm @ 5650 rpm of torque

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