Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2020 vs. Suzuki SV 650 2020

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2020

Suzuki SV 650 2020

Overview - Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2020 vs Suzuki SV 650 2020

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2020

Suzuki SV 650 2020

Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2020 compared to Suzuki SV 650 2020

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2020

Suzuki SV 650 2020

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2020

Suzuki SV 650 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line crankpin offset	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	78 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.8 mm	Stroke	62.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	47 HP	Engine power	76 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,100 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	52 Nm	Torque	64 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,100 rpm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric, Kick	Starter	Electric
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Oil-air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	648 ccm	Displacement	645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	290 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	240 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	18 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	130 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,122 mm	Length	2,130 mm
Width	Width	789 mm	Width	760 mm
Height	Height	1,165 mm	Height	1,080 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,400 mm	Wheelbase	1,445 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	804 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.7 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2020

The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 offers a very coherent overall package in the retro segment. A relaxed seating position, lots of chrome and the cultivated two-cylinder make it a pretty object of desire that also stands up to everyday use. You won't find any modern features, but with an output of 47 hp, traction control and riding modes would be superfluous anyway. If you long for decelerated, relaxed cruising and purist motorcycling, you will definitely be happy with the Interceptor 650.

Refined engine Relaxed seating position Good brakes Classic round instruments Authentic retro look

Chassis does not withstand sporty driving style

seat uncomfortable in the long run

Suzuki SV 650 2020

The Suzuki SV 650 is accompanied by a long history of success that is sure to continue for a long time. Its supple V2 impresses with very smooth response and plenty of torque. Compact dimensions help to make the motorbike look very compact. This will be very convenient for beginners. The chassis also scores with playful handling. Unfortunately, the braking effect is not at the level one would expect from such a powerful vehicle.

Smooth engine

playful handling

great chassis

Brake too weak