Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Triumph Bonneville T120

Last Updated: August 8, 2026

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 price starts at Rs. 3.38 Lakh, which is Rs. 8.47 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Bonneville T120, priced at Rs. 11.85 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Interceptor 650 offers a claimed 25 kmpl, while the Bonneville T120 delivers 21.27 kmpl. On the performance front, the Interceptor 650 uses a 647.95cc engine producing 47.4 PS @ 7250 rpm and the Bonneville T120 a 1200cc engine producing 80 PS @ 6550 rpm. If you're deciding between the Interceptor 650 and Bonneville T120, the Interceptor 650 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Bonneville T120 stands out for performance.

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Interceptor 650 vs Bonneville T120 Comparison Summary

Specification Royal Enfield Interceptor 650Triumph Bonneville T120
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.38 LakhRs. 11.85 Lakh
Mileage 25 kmpl21.27 kmpl
Engine 647.95 cc1200 cc
Max power 47.4 PS @ 7250 rpm80 PS @ 6550 rpm
Kerb weight 218 Kg236 Kg

Interceptor 650 vs Bonneville T120 Key Highlights

Basic Info Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 StandardTriumph Bonneville T120 STD
Rating
219 reviews
3 reviews
Brand Name Royal Enfield Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.38 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 11.85 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Inline Twin Cylinder, 4 Stroke / SOHC Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
Max Power 47.4 PS @ 7250 rpm 80 PS @ 6550 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Colors
Triumph Bonneville T120 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Analogue
EMI
Rs. 9,252 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 32,445 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 22,762 Interceptor 650 Insurance Rs. 35,107 Bonneville T120 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
212 kmph
190 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
Inline Twin Cylinder, 4 Stroke / SOHC
Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
Engine Displacement
647.95 cc
1200 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
47.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
80 PS @ 6550 rpm
Max Torque
52.3 Nm @ 5150 rpm
105 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Bore
78 mm
97.6 mm
Stroke
67.8 mm
80 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital spark ignition
Not Available
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
10.0:1

Front Brake
Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

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

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks
Ø41mm cartridge forks
Suspension-Rear
Twin Gas Charged Shock Absorbers With Adjustable Preload
Twin RSU’s, with pre-load adjustment

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
39 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18, Rear :-130/70-R18
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Spoke

Dry Weight
Not Available
217 kg
Seat height
804 mm
790 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.7 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
400 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2119*835*1067 mm3
2170*780*1100 mm3
Wheelbase
1398 mm
1450 mm
Length
2119 mm
2170 mm
Ground Clearance
174 mm
Not Available
Height
1067 mm
1100 mm
Width
835 mm
780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 L
14.5 L
Kerb Weight
218 Kg
236 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
255 mm

Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
Halogen Bulb
LED
Charging at Home
Not Available
No
Battery Capacity
12V / 12AH
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Steel Tubular, Double Cradle Frame
Tubular steel, with twin cradles
Digital Display Type
LCD Connectivity
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Road
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Paper Element, Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump With Pump Driven Oil Delivery
System - Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection, Exhaust - Chromed 2 into 2 exhaust system with twin chrome silencers, Swingarm - Twin sided fabrication, Rake - 25.5º, Trail - 105.2 mm
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Roadster Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Analogue and Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
Tachometer
Analogue
Analogue
Gradeability
24 degrees
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
500 Kms/45 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
5000 Kms/180 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
10000 Kms/365 Days
Not Available
4th Service
15000 Kms
Not Available
Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 40,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
40000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
  • Most affordable 650cc bike in India, Linear yet exciting power delivery, Extremely refined engine
Triumph Bonneville T120
  • Styling, Build quality
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
  • Lacks features, Uncomfortable for pillion riders, Rear suspension is a little too soft
Triumph Bonneville T120
  • Price, After sales service

Is Triumph Bonneville T120 Better Than Royal Enfield Interceptor 650?

54% users have chosen Triumph Bonneville T120 over Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 842 users have also rated Triumph Bonneville T120 and Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Triumph Bonneville T120 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort and features in your bike. But Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance and maintenance.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Interceptor 650 Bonneville T120
Mileage 3.2 3.7
Performance 4.3 4.8
Comfort 4.7 4.1
Maintenance 3.3 4.0
Features 4.5 4.4
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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Comparison with Similar Bikes

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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Were cafe racers used for travelling longer distance is they capable and reliable for the long distance travels and also are the Interceptor 650 or Boneville T120 designs like this really good for longer travels? and also some off road conditions that will be a part of the journey.
  • Sure.
  • Hell yeah
  • Interceptor 650 cant be classified as cafe racer as a tourer . GT 650 is a cafe racer. Interceptor is good for highways. But the Himalayan is the best one. Bonneville T120 & Interceptor 650 riding position are same. The mile muncher is Bonneville T120.
Q. Should I buy a Interceptor 650 now or will there be a new model in 2022 for the Interceptor 650?
  • Is there a 2023 version announced?
  • Is there a 2023 version announced?
  • The only difference is the 2022 is Euro 5 compliant.
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Q. I own a Classic 350, I want to upgrade to Interceptor 650. Is it good for slow riders and does weight be an issue compared Classic 350?
  • If slow riding you look for, stick with classic 350
  • I just purchased a 2022 Interceptor 650 and after replacing the entire exhaust system with much lighter pieces and removing several unneeded items, I've lost approx 45 lbs. I love the way it handles now.
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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Vs Triumph Bonneville T120 FAQs

Which bike is best between Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Triumph Bonneville T120?
As per the users experiences Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your bike. But Triumph Bonneville T120 is better on the grounds of comfort and features.
Which bike is cheaper Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Triumph Bonneville T120?
The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is cheaper than Triumph Bonneville T120 by ₹8.47 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Triumph Bonneville T120?
For the Standard version, 647.95 cc Petrol engine of Interceptor 650 produces 47.4 PS @ 7250 rpm of power and 52.3 Nm @ 5150 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 1200 cc Petrol engine of Bonneville T120 produces 80 PS @ 6550 rpm of power and 105 Nm @ 3500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 has better performance.

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