Royal Enfield Classic 650 2026 vs. Honda VT 750 Shadow 2009

Royal Enfield Classic 650 2026

Royal Enfield Classic 650 2026

Honda VT 750 Shadow 2009

Honda VT 750 Shadow 2009

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Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Classic 650 2026 compared to Honda VT 750 Shadow 2009

Royal Enfield Classic 650 2026
Honda VT 750 Shadow 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore78 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke67.8 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power47.1 HPEngine power46 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpm
TorqueTorque52.3 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,650 rpmRpm at Torque3,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.5 Compression Ratio9.6
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder3
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement745 ccm

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDrum

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter15 inch
LengthLength2,318 mmLength2,510 mm
WidthWidth892 mmWidth920 mm
HeightHeight1,137 mmHeight1,125 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,475 mmWheelbase1,640 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height800 mmSeat Height658 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14.8 lFuel Tank Capacity14.6 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Royal Enfield Classic 650 2026

Royal Enfield Classic 650 2026

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

Honda VT 750 Shadow 2009

Honda VT 750 Shadow 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Royal Enfield Classic 650 vs Honda VT 750 Shadow

Price Royal Enfield Classic 650

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Price Honda VT 750 Shadow

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