Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023 vs. Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023

Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023

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Overview - Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023 vs Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023

Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023 compared to Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023
Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore83 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke67.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power61 HPEngine power47 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,250 rpm
TorqueTorque62.4 NmTorque52.3 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque5,650 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio9.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement648 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel130 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel80 mmTravel101 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typePerimeterFrame typeLoad-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,310 mmLength2,260 mm
WidthWidth880 mmWidth890 mm
HeightHeight1,100 mmHeight1,155 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,500 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height705 mmSeat Height740 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)229 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)241 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity15.7 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023

Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2023

Royal Enfield has given its new flagship the full name Super Meteor, and lo and behold, the likeable 650 is indeed a big hit. In future, the competition will have to dress warmly to keep up. The traditional Indian manufacturer has used its proven strengths and stepped up a gear with this cruiser, not only in terms of look and feel. The pretty Super Meteor 650 is a logical addition to the portfolio and will make many buyers happy.

Well-balanced motorbike

harmonious engine

high-quality feel

connectivity as standard

high-speed stability

powerful LED headlight

top price-performance ratio

Standard seat is a strain on long journeys

windshield undersized for tall people.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650

Price Kawasaki Vulcan S

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Price Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650

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