Honda CL500 2023 vs. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Honda CL500 2023

Honda CL500 2023

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

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Overview - Honda CL500 2023 vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Honda CL500 2023

Honda CL500 2023

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Technical Specifications Honda CL500 2023 compared to Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Honda CL500 2023
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore67 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke67.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power47 HPEngine power47 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,100 rpm
TorqueTorque43.4 NmTorque52 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque4,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio9.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric, Kick
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigital, TransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHV
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement648 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
TravelTravel150 mmTravel110 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberDual Shock
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width130 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,175 mmLength2,122 mm
WidthWidth831 mmWidth789 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,165 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,400 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height804 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity13.7 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CL500 2023

Honda CL500 2023

Uncomplicated scrambler with a cool look, light-footed handling and a rev-happy engine - riding fun guaranteed for everyone. The CL500 proves to be a fun companion for every day on paved and unpaved roads. With a wide range of accessories available ex works, the Scrambler can be completely customised.

attractive price

comfortable ergonomics

stylish look

agile, easy handling

Display poorly legible

little long-distance comfort

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

While the Continental GT 650 is not a completely new model visually (there is already the Conti GT 535), an Interceptor 650 with a two-cylinder engine is now coming onto the market for the first time in almost 50 years. The styling therefore skilfully reflects the flair of the 1960s, while the technology is up to date. You won't find any electronic features, but the parallel twin-cylinder engine with 48 hp and 53 Newton metres of torque is surprisingly agile and the handling is very neutral. The Brembo brake is also pleasing with good dosing and the Pirelli tyres do not show any weaknesses. The seating position is very comfortable, so if you don't want to ride your Interceptor 650 so sportily, you can cruise comfortably - it can do that very well too.

Agile and refined powerplant

cool two-cylinder sound

comfortable seating position

stable handling

good brakes

successful old school look

classic round instruments

reasonable price.

ABS not quite sensitive, no electronic features - in case anyone needs them...

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CL500 vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

Price Honda CL500

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