Royal Enfield has pulled a rabbit out of the hat by unveiling the Shotgun 650 at the ongoing Motoverse (formerly known as Rider Mania) in Goa. First introduced, as a pre-production concept as SG 650 at EICMA 2021, the Shotgun 650 is based on the same parallel-twin engine platform as the other 650s from Royal Enfield.
Speaking about the launch of this new motorcycle, Siddhartha Lal, Managing Director of Eicher Motors Ltd., revealed that the Shotgun is a tribute to the customisation culture. He added, “The objective was to build this modular, shape-shifting machine that is almost like a mutant disguised as a motorcycle.”
Royal Enfield Shotgun 650: Design & Features
Shotgun 650 has retained most of its styling elements from the SG 650 concept with a contemporary bobber styling. It gets signature Royal Enfield elements such as a round headlamp, circular turn indicators, a teardrop shaped fuel tank, minimal side panels, and thick front forks. Enfield says its modular design lets it from a classic single-seater to a dual-seater
Other visual highlights include a gloss black engine cover, twin peashooter exhaust mufflers, spoked alloy wheels, shortened front and rear fenders, and a wide, flat handlebar. In comparison to Super Meteor 650, the Shotgun gets a more upright riding posture thanks to the mid-set footpegs and low-set handlebar. The display model at the event came equipped with bar end mirrors which are most likely to be offered as accessories at the time of launch.
In terms of features, it essentially shares the same equipment as the Super Meteor 650 with contents like a semi-digital instrument console, Tripper Navigation with Bluetooth connectivity, all-LED illumination, and a USB charging port. Royal Enfield will be offering plenty of customization options with the Shotgun 650 via the MIY programme.
Royal Enfield Shotgun 650: Specs
Powering the Shotgun 650 is the same 649cc, air/oil-cooled, parallel-twin cylinder which is paired with a 6-speed gearbox via a slip and assist clutch. While output figures remain unknown, it is expected to pump out a similar 47 bhp and 52.3 Nm of peak torque.
As for hardware, it gets upside down front forks with an integrated aluminium top yoke and dual springs at the rear. Braking duties are carried out by disc brakes at both ends aided by dual-channel ABS.
Royal Enfield Shotgun 650: Motoverse Edition
Prices for the latest RE 650 will be announced closer to the official launch which still seems some time away. However, the company is offering 25 lucky Motoverse attendees to grab hold of the limited edition model of Shotgun 650 with a funky paint scheme showcased at the event for Rs 4.25 lakh (ex-showroom). This special edition comes wrapped in a dual-tone, blue and white paint scheme with youthful body graphics.
The hand-painted body panels feature a carefully crafted gradient and neon detailing. Bookings for this limited edition model close at midnight of November 25 while deliveries of these 25 units will commence from January 2024 onwards.
