Iconic Indian motorcycle maker Royal Enfield, renowned for its retro classic motorcycles, unveiled one of its significant models — the Royal Enfield Bullet 650, blending heritage with a smooth and contemporary 650cc engine.
The motorcycle first made its global debut at EICMA 2025, and weeks later, made its way to the Indian shores with a launch at Motoverse 2025. This launch marks Royal Enfield’s expansion of its premium 650cc portfolio, offering enthusiasts a motorcycle that pays homage to the Bullet’s rich heritage while embracing modern engineering.
The Bullet 650 is built around a steel tubular spine frame, forming the backbone of the motorcycle’s chassis, whereas the suspension duties are handled by a telescopic front fork sourced from Showa suspension and a twin shock absorber at the rear, also a Showa unit.
At the core of the motorcycle sits a 648cc, air-oil-cooled parallel-twin engine. It’s a pretty reliable unit that’s been around in other Royal Enfield 650 models, such as the Continental GT 650, Interceptor 650, and Meteor 650. The advent of the 650cc engine is a new step for the Bullet model, which historically featured a single-cylinder engine with a small displacement. The engine produces a maximum power output of 46 hp at 7,250 rpm and a peak torque of around 52 Nm at 5,250 rpm.
Visually, the motorcycle features classic Bullet lines such as a teardrop fuel tank adorned with hand-painted gold pinstripes, a bench-style seat, 3D winged badging, and a classic round LED casquette lamp, complemented by classic spoked wheels, sized 19 inches at the front and 18 inches at the rear. A dual peashooter-style exhaust completes the classic cruiser aesthetics of the Bullet 650.
Another key feature that is offered on the Bullet 650 is a modern digital instrument cluster, which combines analogue and digital elements. The 2026 Bullet 650 also features a USB Type-C charging port.
The Bullet 650 is a new chapter in the life of the Bullet moniker is now being offered with a much bigger displacement engine, promoting the Bullet name into a much premium segment. The Royal Enfield Bullet 650 is a motorcycle for riders looking for a cruiser that offers a blend of classic aesthetics paired with a contemporary power unit offering a significant boost in power over the existing model.
