Royal Enfield has launched the much-awaited Bullet 650 in India at a starting price of Rs 3,64,856 (ex-showroom). The motorcycle, which made its global debut at EICMA 2025, is now the most powerful version of the iconic Bullet yet and marks a major expansion of Royal Enfield’s 650cc lineup.
Royal Enfield Bullet 650 launched
Available in Canon Black and Battleship Blue color options, the new Bullet 650 is now on sale at authorized Royal Enfield dealerships in India. The Bullet nameplate, first introduced in 1932, is one of the world’s longest-running motorcycles in continuous production. With the new 650cc version, Royal Enfield aims to blend the classic Bullet styling and character with the refinement and performance of its proven parallel twin platform.
Speaking about the launch, B Govindarajan, managing director of Eicher Motors and CEO of Royal Enfield, said that the company’s intention was not to re-invent the Bullet but to upgrade it while preserving its iconic identity. He said the response received since its global showcase at EICMA 2025 has highlighted the strong emotional connect riders have with the Bullet brand.
The new Bullet 650 is powered by Royal Enfield’s familiar 648cc parallel twin engine mated to a 6-speed gearbox and slipper clutch. Although the company has not provided detailed output figures separately in the release, the engine is expected to offer similar performance figures to other 650cc Royal Enfield motorcycles, offering smooth power delivery and comfortable cruising capabilities.
Key Features of the New Bullet 650
A steel tubular spine frame is used under the motorcycle and it has Showa suspension. The suspension duties are handled by 41 mm front forks with 120 mm of travel and twin rear shock absorbers offering 112 mm of travel. Maintaining the classic proportions associated with the Bullet, the motorcycle rides on a 19-inch front and 18-inch rear wheel setup.
In terms of design, Royal Enfield has retained the traditional Bullet silhouette with signature elements like the teardrop-shaped fuel tank, hand-painted pinstripes and the bench-style seat. The motorcycle also gets the classic casette-mounted LED headlamp with Royal Enfield’s iconic “Tiger-Eye” pilot lamp. Other highlights include the chrome peashooter exhaust, raised handlebar, upright ergonomics and retro-style aluminum switchgear with rotary controls.
The instrument cluster combines an analog layout with a digital LCD inset that displays information such as fuel level, gear position indicator, trip meter and service reminder. Royal Enfield will also offer a wide range of genuine motorcycle accessories for the Bullet 650, allowing buyers to customize the motorcycle for touring or everyday riding.
With the launch of the Bullet 650, Royal Enfield now has another strong contender in the middleweight retro motorcycle segment, targeting riders looking for classic styling combined with twin-cylinder performance and refinement.
