BSA Gold Star 650 2026 vs. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

BSA Gold Star 650 2026

BSA Gold Star 650 2026

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

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Technical Specifications BSA Gold Star 650 2026 compared to Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

BSA Gold Star 650 2026
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power45 HPEngine power47 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,100 rpm
TorqueTorque55 NmTorque52 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,000 rpmRpm at Torque4,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio9.5
IgnitionIgnitionDual ignitionIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement652 ccmDisplacement648 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberDual Shock

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeSingle cradleFrame typeLoad-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter255 mmDiameter240 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,425 mmWheelbase1,400 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height780 mmSeat Height804 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity13.7 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BSA Gold Star 650 2026

BSA Gold Star 650 2026

The BSA brand impresses across the board with the comeback of the iconic Gold Star. The bike not only impresses with its classic, finely detailed look, but also with its combination of tradition and modernity in terms of engine and features. The Gold Star is sure to delight more than just the older members of the bike community.

Fusion of classics and modernity

sufficient, clean mileage

comfortable seating position

braking performance good and easy to modulate

absolute eye-catcher

Suspension could be of higher quality/ firmer

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 Average Market Price BSA Gold Star 650 vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

Price BSA Gold Star 650

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Price Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

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