Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Comparison

Updated: 06, Nov, 2023 06:17 AM

Ex-Showroom Price

₹ 7,10,000
* Delhi. May vary.

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₹ 3,03,000
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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Overall Length
2310 mm2119 mm
Overall Width
855 mm835 mm
Overall Height
1090 mm1067 mm
Wheelbase
1575 mm1398 mm
Seat Height
705 mm804 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm174 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 litres13.7 litres
Kerb Weight
235 kg218 kg

COMFORT FEATURES

Rider’s Footpegs
AdjustableNA
Electric Start
Pillion Footrest
Step-up Seat/Split Seat
NA
Pillion Grabrail

MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED

Mileage
Kawasaki Vulcan S mileage is 22.72 kmpl (approximate).Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 mileage is 24 kmpl (approximate).
Performance
In terms of performance, the 650cc cruiser bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 5.5 seconds.In terms of performance, the 650cc motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 6.23 seconds.
Top Speed
Kawasaki Vulcan S top speed is 170 kmph (approximate).Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 top speed is 170 kmph (speedo-indicated).

ENGINE AND GEARBOX

Engine cc (Displacement)
649 cc647.9 cc
Bore
83 mm78 mm
Stroke
60 mm67.8 mm
Compression Ratio
10.8:19.5:1
Number of Cylinders
22
Gearbox Type
6-Speed, ReturnConstant Mesh
Engine Details
649cc, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, Parallel Twin647.9cc, Air-Cooled, Inline 2-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, SOHC Engine
Cooling
Liquid CooledAir Cooled
Fuel System
Fuel Injection: 38 mm x 2 with Sub-ThrottlesFuel Injection
Ignition
DigitalDigital Spark Ignition - TCI
Number of Gears
66
Maximum Power
61 HP @ 7500 rpm46.8 HP @ 7250 rpm
Maximum Torque
62.4 Nm @ 6600 rpm52.3 Nm @ 5150 rpm
Valve System
DOHC, 8 ValvesNA
Lubrication
Forced Lubrication, Semi-Dry SumpForced Lubrication, Wet Sump with Pump
Emission Norms
BS6-CompliantBS6-Compliant

INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES

Gear Indicator
NA
ABS Light
Tachometer
AnalogueAnalogue
Fuel Gauge
DigitalDigital
Clock
NA
Odometer
DigitalDigital
Speedometer
DigitalAnalogue
Trip Meter
DigitalDigital

KEY FEATURES AND COMPETITORS

Braking System
2-Channel ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)2-Channel ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Key Features
Modern Urban Styling, Large Disc Brakes, Slim Backbone-Style Rear Frame, Easy-to-Read Instrumentation, Relaxed Foot-Forward Riding Position, Long Wheelbase, Gear IndicatorNA
Similar Bikes
Harley-Davidson Street 750, Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, Kawasaki Z650, Kawasaki Ninja 650, Kawasaki Versys 650, Benelli 502CHarley-Davidson Street 750, Kawasaki Vulcan S 650, Hyosung Aquila 650

BATTERY AND LIGHTING

Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)
Pass Light
Turn Signal Light (Front)
LED12 V, 10 W
Turn Signal Light (Rear)
LEDNA
Voltage
12V12V
Capacity
8.6Ah12 Ah
Head Light
LEDFPL 1.55 W LED
Tail Light
LED12 V, P21/5 W (Halogen)
Battery Type
Maintenance FreeMaintenance Free, VRLA

MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW

Design
Performance
In terms of performance, the 650cc cruiser bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 5.5 seconds.In terms of performance, the 650cc motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 6.23 seconds.
Comfort
Fuel Economy
Features
Build Quality
Value for Money

BRAKES AND TYRES

Tubeless Tyres
Front Tyre
120/70-R18 M/C (59H)100/90-18 M/C 56H
Rear Tyre
160/60-R17 M/C (69H)130/70-R18 M/C 63V, 130/70-18 M/C 63H
Front Brake
Single 300mm Disc, Dual-Piston320mm Disc
Rear Brake
Single 250mm Disc, Single-Piston240mm Disc
ABS
2-Channel ABS2-Channel
Front Wheel
18-inch18 M/C x MT 2.50
Rear Wheel
17-inch18 M/C x MT 3.50
Wheel Type
Alloy WheelsSpoke Wheels

SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS

Frame (Chassis)
Perimeter, High-Tensile SteelSteel Tubular, Double Cradle Frame
Front Suspension
41mm Telescopic Forks41mm Telescopic Forks
Rear Suspension
Offset Laydown Single-Shock, Linkage Equipped, with Adjustable PreloadTwin Gas Charged Shock-Absorbers with Adjustable Preload
Front Wheel Travel
130 mm110 mm
Rear Wheel Travel
80 mm88 mm

Miscellaneous Information

Rake
31°24 Degrees
Trail
120 mm106 mm
Steering Angle
35°(Left), 35°(Right)NA
Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price
Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.

Colour Options and Price in India

2-Wheeler Type
CruiserCruiser
Official Tagline
Your WayEasy Got Back
Bike Variant
2023 Kawasaki Vulcan S (New Model)2024 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 (New Model)
Availability Status in India
AvailableAvailable
Latest Price in India
2023 Kawasaki Vulcan S price is Rs 7.10 lakh (ex-showroom).2024 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 price is Rs 3.03 lakh (ex-showroom).
Colour Options
Metallic Flat Raw GraystoneBlack Ray, Barcelona Blue, Black Pearl, Sunset Strip, Canyon Red, Cali Green, Mark 2.
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
On Road Price
2023 Kawasaki Vulcan S on road price is Rs 8.17 lakh in Delhi, Rs 8.45 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 8.27 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 8.38 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Kawasaki dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.2024 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 on road price is Rs 3.49 lakh in Delhi, Rs 3.61 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 3.53 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 3.58 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Royal Enfield dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.

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