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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Triumph Speed Twin 900

Triumph Speed Twin 900 Price starts at Rs. 8.49 Lakh which is Rs. 5.46 Lakh costlier than base model of Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 priced at Rs. 3.03 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is 25 kmpl whereas the mileage of Triumph Speed Twin 900 is 24.39 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is powered by 647.95 cc engine , while Triumph Speed Twin 900 is powered by 900 cc engine. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is available in 7 different colours while Triumph Speed Twin 900 comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Triumph Speed Twin 900 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Triumph Speed Twin 900

Key Highlights Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Cali GreenTriumph Speed Twin 900 STD
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 65 PS @ 7500 rpm

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Triumph Speed Twin 900 Key Highlights

Basic Info Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Cali GreenTriumph Speed Twin 900 STD
Rating
381 reviews
8 reviews
Brand Name Royal Enfield Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.03 Lakh View On Road Price Rs. 8.49 Lakh View 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 65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Colors
Triumph Speed Twin 900 Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Cast Aluminium
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer ... Analogue
EMI
Rs. 8,296 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 23,245 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 22,593 Interceptor 650 Insurance Rs. 31,162 Speed Twin 900 Insurance
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Engine Type
Inline twin cylinder, 4 stroke / SOHC
Liquid cooled, 8 valve, SOHC, 270° crank angle parallel twin
Engine Displacement
647.95 cc
900 cc
Max Power
47.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
65 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
52.3 Nm @ 5150 rpm
80 Nm @ 3800 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
78 mm
84.6 mm
Stroke
67.8 mm
80 mm
No Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
...
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital spark ignition
...
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
11.0:1
Engine Immobilizer
...

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
25 kmpl
24.39 Kmpl

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18, Rear :-130/70-R18
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70-R17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Cast Aluminium

Dry Weight
...
216 kg
Seat height
...
765 mm
Length*Width*Height
2119*835*1067 mm3
2095*780*1110 mm3
Wheelbase
1398 mm
1450 mm
Length
2119 mm
2095 mm
Ground Clearance
174 mm
...
Height
1067 mm
1110 mm
Width
835 mm
780 mm
Fuel Capacity
13.7 Liters
12 Liters
Kerb Weight
218 Kg
...
Total Weight
400 kg
...
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Front Brake Diameter
320 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm
255 mm

Additional Features
Paper element, Forced lubrication, Wet sump with pump driven oil delivery
Immobiliser - Immobiliser Transponder Built into The Key, System - Multipoint Sequential Electronic Fuel injection, Exhaust - Brushed Stainless Steel 2 into 2 Exhaust System with Twin Silencers, Swingarm - Twin-Sided Fabrication, Rake - 25.1º, Trail - 102.4 mm, Immobiliser - Immobiliser Transponder Built Into The Key
USB charging port
Charging at Home
...
Charging at Charging Station
...
LED tail lights
...
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
LED

ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Cafe Racer Bikes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Switch
...
Display
...
Speedometer
...
Analogue
Tachometer
...
Digital
Trip Meter
...
Digital
Gradeability
24 degrees
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Clock
...
Low Oil Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
...
Digital
Switchable ABS
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

  • Most affordable 650cc bike in India
  • Linear yet exciting power delivery
  • Extremely refined engine.

Triumph Speed Twin 900

  • Youthful and traditional design; Punchy
  • torquey motor; Packs decent hardware and electronics for the price.

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

  • Lacks features
  • Uncomfortable for pillion riders
  • Rear suspension is a little too soft.

Triumph Speed Twin 900

  • Lacks a sixth gear; Limited dealership network; Spares and service costs are on the higher side.
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. We want to choose between Interceptor and Himalayan, which is better. Have issue of back pain.
  • I own both the Himalayan and the Interceptor and I can definitely say with authority that with the himalayan you wont have a back pain. Ride is more comfortable due to the seating posture and the seat itself. Same goes for the pillion rider as well. What you will get is a solid freaking headache considering the Himalayan has so many other issues that you get fed up spending most of your time in RE service centers. I own a BS3 model. So I hope the later models have these issues sorted. Interceptor on the hand was built for a different purpose and tall riders (5 foot 9 and above) will have problems with their back. This is because of the seating posture. But there are work arounds to this. its a great bike and is open to customization unlike the Himalayan.
  • I have slipped disc and tail bone/sciatic pains .. you know how bad it can get. But I can tell you, on a normal day the Interceptor has never caused any issues or never till date have I had any issues because of the seating position on the Interceptor. I can't speak for Himalayan, I am sure it's meant for touring and expect that to be equally comfortable or more. With Interceptor, you cant go wrong that much I could tell trust me.
  • The Interceptor 650 will marginally have a better seating posture than the Himalayan and hence should give less back pain.But eventually it depends on whether you will utilise the motorcycle for city rides for which Interceptor is best or for off roading for which Himalayan is best.Hope this helps! Happy riding!
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Q. I am confused between Interceptor and Himalayan? mostly I am a city rider and yearly twice touring, which is suitable for me?
  • Having owned both of them I'd say that for touring the Himalayan makes sense. My only problem with the Himalayan was its lack of power or feeling that it do with some more power. I know that a lot of folks are waiting for a 650 Himalayan.Having said that a lot depends on you and your requirements. Interceptor is great as a daily commuter. You'll most probably have to tweak the handlebar and seat to get the desired riding position. Himalayan seat is excellent. Panniers etc again Himalayan. In case of the Interceptor you'll have to get suitable panniers and stays etc. Both are good and different categories so in the e d it's your call.
  • Himalayan is a all rounder Off road & Highways it performs well. Suspension set is too good say no to back pain. Interceptor is very good in highways it is the best performer & Powerful bike in royal enfield fleet. It cant off road like himalayan . Suspensiongood so no back pain issue. Because interceptor is not too comfortable in city riding. Plus their are many sensitive quality issues in ongoing models of interceptor. Like problem in T- Stem noise & Strut , Wheel wobble , Which RE might address soon. My choice is himalayan .
  • For city, Electra or Bullet 500 with ABS is best, Himalayan for touring, Interceptor is for fun as a heavy weight champion. Suggest you an unbiased test drive forgetting our reviews for a while and then decide.
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Q. I booked Interceptor 650 BS6 recently. I am 5feet 11 inches is it suitable for me, I got tempted with 4 reasons, no vibration, every 10k kilometres service, totally iron body and superb race machine with retro attire. Suggest me I have to go for it any other options in that price bracket?
  • You have a perfect height to handle INT 650. Then mileage around 27 KMPL & 210 Kg weight should not bother you. Plus front suspension & Rear ABS area below average. The best part is powerful engine mounted in a average built quality bike. Look wise great retro look. One thing you will forget all flaws when you ride it. May be in BS 6 all these issue should have been addressed by RE. No bike available in that price bracket. Most important it is not a zero vibration bike. You can feel vibration in side tank , Foot pegs.
  • I am 5'11 too and find the bike very comfortable. In fact shorter riders may have trouble due to the 804mm seat height and the long reach to the handlebars. Besides the footpegs get in the way when you put your feet down so long legs will help a bit in overcoming that too. There is no other bike in this category in this price bracket. The nearest would be a Triumph which costs almost 3 times as much!
  • Don't take bro...recently i hv sold my conti gt 650,,,,engine will roast like you hell in summer season,wrist pain,pelvi pain due to seat thickness is lyk very poor,,,thigh support poor,,,i am having riding experience of 15 year,,,bhai save your money royal ke naam pe idiotic design dete...means lyk riding comfort metror 350 is hv great...
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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Vs Triumph Speed Twin 900 Comparison FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Triumph Speed Twin 900?

The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is cheaper than Triumph Speed Twin 900 by Rs. 5.46 Lakh.

Which bike offers better performance Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Triumph Speed Twin 900?

For the Cali Green 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, 900 cc Petrol engine of Speed Twin 900 produces 65 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 80 Nm @ 3800 rpm of torque

User Reviews of Comparison

  • Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
  • Triumph Speed Twin 900
  • Interceptor 650
    power no doubt, but looks is just ok 

    " The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is magnificently charismatic and attractive as ever, this motorcycle deserves a high note from riders. By torquey parallel twin engine, the bike proves having a truthful nature of such patterns, among them is playful at rough and accords the rider with a comfy and enjoyable experience. The people earn laurels for the instrument because of its good seating, retro design, and both dual-channel ABS and slipper clutch, which are modern. Nevertheless, some riders point out that vibrations at higher speeds need to be addressed and propose fuel-efficiency enhancements for longer trips. Follow-up: Ensuring that these issues get resolved should be a priority for manufacturers if they want to ensure that these vehicles gain a wide acceptance and commercial use."

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    Anonymous 3 days ago
  • Interceptor 650
    Ride quality 

    The ride quality is supreme and very smooth, And the seat is comfortable for the rider and the pillion.Performance is great in the city and holds up very well out on the highways as well, With no vibrations till 110kmph.The sweet spot is 80-90 on the highways.

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    Mohd (Verified User) 1 week ago
  • Interceptor 650
    Legendary Twin-Cylinder Cruiser 

    Standing as a notorious binary- cylinder rider, the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 combines current performance with mythe substance of quaint riding. I like this model because it offers riders an best place of power and refinement on the road, offering riders a special experience. This model has been a special fave of cornucopia due to the features it offers, which give an instigative and comfortable ride. My estimation for this model is bottomless as it blends modern technology with myclassic design. The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is still a popular option for riders appearing for a genuine rider experience because of its classic style and smooth ride.

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    Anonymous 1 week ago
  • Interceptor 650
    13000 kms and never disappointed 

    13000 kms and never disappointed me.The only problem is local shops are not so experienced on this and make blunders.Also the new models are perfected, Regrets.Never take to locals like seen on you tubes.

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    Alif (Top ZW Voice) 1 week ago
  • Interceptor 650
    Exploring Freedom: Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 

    The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is a perfect combination of craftsmanship, refined movements, and exemplary performance, which all together makes this motorcycle a timeless cruiser bike. Its meticulous design inspired by the retro style features such the teardrop fuel tank and chrome accents, which gives a respect to the motorcycling great days of the past that have influenced more modern features. In this engine, the equivalent of a 650 cc parallel-twin engine, it gives a smooth power delivery and a rebuilt performance is great for long distance trip and weekends getaway. With comfortable ergonomics and relaxed riding posture, the bike turns in a comfortable and enjoyable cloth for either rider or pillion. The Interceptor 650 is a classic cruiser model that puts together heritage and modernity, which is something that attracts riders willing to enjoy their imperiousness as well as to appreciate the performance in general.

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    Anonymous 1 week ago
  • Interceptor 650
    Balancing style and power 

    "The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 has been a wonderful bike ride. Its on-road value is surprisingly inexpensive . Mileage definitely stands out, with the engine giving a perfect blend of power and economy. Yet, it performs robust, so your every ride will be exhilarating. A timeless classic, the design is characterized by this old-fashioned appeal. Comfort concerns are taken care of, especially on those long trips. The engine is durable and receptive. A space is created for the rider and the passenger. Both colors and the safety beam light up to ease the person. "

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    Anonymous 1 week ago
  • Interceptor 650
    Timeless Style, Modern Performance 

    The strengths also lie on the combination of timeless design as well as modern engineering the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 possess. Taking the brand's best from the sixties, such as the distinctive frame, streamlined gas tank and other typical timeless details, the new model evokes the heritage and classic look of our marque. This model powers its engine through a very reliable 650cc parallel-twin engine that gives a nice smooth and flexible power from the lower end to the higher end, making and be adept for both city-commuting and highways’ touring.

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    Anonymous 2 weeks ago
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  • Speed Twin 900
    5.0
    Fav dream bike good riding 

    Fav dream bike good riding position.Not so valure for money still worth it.So if you like this just go for it.

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    CORPUS (Verified User) 2 years ago
  • Speed Twin 900
    4.6
    Mind boggling 

    Have ridden 3k km in 3 months.. power low down is mind boggling. top end is not that great like Kawasaki's but engine is very much refined compared to other brands in this segment.

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    Alok (Verified User) 4 years ago
  • Speed Twin 900
    4.6
    Fabulous bike 

    Fabulous bike, with a better torque and performance,The problem is all about ground clearance, rest is suprb

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    Mahmood (Verified User) 5 years ago
  • Speed Twin 900
    5.0
    Long rides 

    Using it for leisure Rides ....Likes For 1. A lot of Torque.2. Clutch is so light ....usefull for city rides.3. Fuel efficiency ...the best for a 900 CC Bull. Goes up to 29-30 on long rides. and 26-27 on city rides.4. It is a great bike to tour on.4.

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    Mahendra (Verified User) 5 years ago
  • Speed Twin 900
    3.0
    Good product 

    its a good product for the price it offers

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    Shankul (Verified User) 4 years ago
  • Speed Twin 900
    5.0
    Good bike . Good manoeuvring 

    Good bike . Good manoeuvring capability

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    Jayesh (Verified User) 3 years ago
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