The 650cc platform has proven successful for Royal Enfield and has spawned four motorcycles already — Interceptor, Continental GT 650, Super Meteor, and the Shotgun. There is no doubt that there will be more motorcycles as the company has been seen testing multiple models.
However, what sparks the interest is the patent images of what looks like the Scrambler 650, based on the Interceptor 650 platform. While the patent images reveal a few details of the motorcycles, this brings up the question as to whether the motorcycle be launched this year.
Royal Enfield Scrambler 650: Features and hardware
As mentioned earlier, it will be based on the 650cc Interceptor platform, and the motorcycle carries the same fuel tank and side panels, while also featuring a round headlight. The images show that the Royal Enfield Scrambler 650 will feature spoke wheels, USD forks up front, dual rear shocks, disc brakes at both ends and a round instrument console, most likely the one from the Guerrilla 450 and the Himalayan.
In terms of electronics, the motorcycle will get a dual-channel ABS, hopefully with a function to turn off the system at the rear, given that it is a scrambler. The exhaust setup is also different, featuring a 2-into-1 system, probably to keep the weight in check. The motorcycle will get dual-purpose tyres, as various spy shots have revealed. With the TFT, the motorcycle will also get phone connectivity and navigation.
Royal Enfield Scrambler 650: Engine specifications
In terms of engine specifications, the Royal Enfield Scrambler 650 will be powered by the same 648cc air-cooled parallel twin engine that makes 47bhp and 52Nm of torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The engine will have the same state of tune as the other four models that are currently on sale, however, Royal Enfield could alter the sprockets to set the motorcycle for its intended purpose.
In terms of launching the Scrambler 650, Royal Enfield could showcase it later this year at the 2024 Motoverse and schedule the launch and price announcement at a later stage.
