Royal Enfield Classic 650 2025 vs. Harley-Davidson Softtail Rocker FXCW 2009

Royal Enfield Classic 650 2025

Harley-Davidson Softtail Rocker FXCW 2009

Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Classic 650 2025 compared to Harley-Davidson Softtail Rocker FXCW 2009

Royal Enfield Classic 650 2025

Harley-Davidson Softtail Rocker FXCW 2009

Royal Enfield Classic 650 2025

Harley-Davidson Softtail Rocker FXCW 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	78 mm	Bore	95.3 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.8 mm	Stroke	111.1 mm
Torque	Torque	52.3 Nm	Torque	117 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,650 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,200 rpm
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Belt
Cooling	Cooling	Oil-air	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	648 ccm	Displacement	1,584 ccm

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,318 mm	Length	2,415 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,475 mm	Wheelbase	1,760 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	800 mm	Seat Height	622 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.8 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.9 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Royal Enfield Classic 650 2025

The Classic 650 combines a consistent retro look with riding pleasure suitable for everyday use and real character. It does have a few small shortcomings, but they are bearable. You also have to come to terms with the rather high vehicle weight. On the other hand, it slows you down without limiting you, has a strong character, is easy to ride and delivers exactly the feel-good vibes that retro fans are looking for - both when touring and in everyday life.

Charming in-line two-cylinder engine with sufficient power for country roads and leisurely motorway rides

Extremely successful retro look with great attention to detail

Consistent retro shapes

Pleasant riding position

Harmonious steering behaviour

Not very loud, but nice bassy sound

Relatively heavy

rear brakes toxic, front brakes rather lax

transmission somewhat imprecise in places