Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 vs Suzuki GSX-8R

Last Updated: October 28, 2026

Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 price starts at Rs. 4.01 Lakh, which is Rs. 5.88 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Suzuki GSX-8R, priced at Rs. 9.89 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Shotgun 650 offers a claimed 22 kmpl, while the GSX-8R delivers 23.8 kmpl. On the performance front, the Shotgun 650 uses a 648cc engine producing 47 PS @ 7250 rpm and the GSX-8R a 776cc engine producing 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Shotgun 650 and GSX-8R, the GSX-8R is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the Shotgun 650 stands out for affordability.

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Shotgun 650 vs GSX-8R Comparison Summary

Specification Royal Enfield Shotgun 650Suzuki GSX-8R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 4.01 LakhRs. 9.89 Lakh
Mileage 22 kmpl23.8 kmpl
Engine 648 cc776 cc
Max power 47 PS @ 7250 rpm82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 240 Kg205 Kg

Shotgun 650 vs GSX-8R Key Highlights

Basic Info Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 Sheet Metal GreySuzuki GSX-8R STD
Rating
131 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Royal Enfield Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 4.01 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.89 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Inline Twin Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC 4 Stroke, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC
Max Power 47 PS @ 7250 rpm 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 Colors
Suzuki GSX-8R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 10,979 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 27,066 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 24,131 Shotgun 650 Insurance Rs. 32,244 GSX-8R Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
2 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
170 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Inline Twin Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC
4 Stroke, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
648 cc
776 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
47 PS @ 7250 rpm
82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
52.3 Nm @ 5650 rpm
78 Nm @ 6800 rpm
Bore
78 mm
84 mm
Stroke
67.8 mm
70 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronic Ignition (Transistorized)
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
12.8 : 1

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

Mileage (Overall)
22 kmpl
23.8 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside Down Telescopic Fork
Inverted Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock
Link Type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped

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)
42 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18, Rear :-150/70-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.7 L
2.1 L
Gross Weight
428 kg
Not Available
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
3.9 L
Length*Width*Height
2170*820*1105 mm3
2155*770*1135 mm3
Wheelbase
1465 mm
1465 mm
Length
2170 mm
2155 mm
Ground Clearance
141 mm
145 mm
Height
1105 mm
1135 mm
Width
820 mm
770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.8 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
240 Kg
205 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
Not Available
Rear Brake Size
300 mm
Not Available

USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 12AH
Not Available

Frame Type
Steel Tubular Spine Frame
Not Available
Digital Display Type
LCD Connectivity
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
ECO mode
Suzuki Intelligent Ride System, Ride By Wire Electronic Throttle System
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air & Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

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

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 Shotgun 650
  • Fun and exciting,Pretty light and agile, looks funky
Royal Enfield Shotgun 650
  • Vibey,Brakes need improvement, engine feels stressed at high speeds
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Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 Vs Suzuki GSX-8R FAQs

Which bike is best between Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
The Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 is cheaper than Suzuki GSX-8R by ₹5.88 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
For the Sheet Metal Grey version, 648 cc Petrol engine of Shotgun 650 produces 47 PS @ 7250 rpm of power and 52.3 Nm @ 5650 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 776 cc Petrol engine of GSX-8R produces 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 78 Nm @ 6800 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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