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The last time we compared the Hunter 350 to the Speed 400, things were a lot more straightforward, but things have since changed. Royal Enfield has fixed the Hunter’s biggest deterrent, comfort and has positioned it squarely as a stylish and relaxed street naked; completely different from its retro siblings. Bajaj, on the other hand, had to downsize the Triumph Speed 400’s 398cc engine to a 349cc one, to meet the 18 percent GST slab. So, is picking one from these two, very good motorcycles still difficult? Let’s see.

Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Triumph Speed 400: Engine and output

Triumph has more power and torque, but RE delivers both earlier

	Royal Enfield Hunter 350	Triumph Speed 400
Engine	349cc single-cylinder, air-cooled	349cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Power	20.2hp at 6,100rpm	37hp at 8500rpm
Torque	27Nm at 4,000rpm	32Nm at 7,000rpm
Transmission	6-speed	5-speed
Power-to-weight ratio	111.6hp/tonne	206.7hp/tonne

Bajaj’s downsizing of the 398cc engine has reduced torque more than horsepower, making the Speed 400 a relatively weaker proposition compared to before, at least on paper. Royal Enfield, however, has not had to do anything and continues with its likable J-series engine making the same power and torque as before. It’s hard not to miss that the Hunter delivers both of it much earlier in the rev range than the Speed which reinforces the status quo that these still aren’t meant to be substitutes for each other. The Speed does have one extra gear, making it more capable at highway speeds of the two.

Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Triumph Speed 400: Dimensions and weight

Both remain in lockstep with each other

	Royal Enfield Hunter 350	Triumph Speed 400
Fuel tank capacity	13 litres	13 litres
Ground clearance	160mm	164mm
Kerb weight	181kg	179kg
Seat height	790mm	803mm
Wheelbase	1370mm	1386mm

Had this been the Bullet/Classic 350, this section would’ve been an onslaught on them but perhaps that’s exactly why the Hunter 350 exists. Being the lightest Royal Enfield, the Hunter puts up a tough fight to the Speed 400 on every front. Even though it is 2kg heavier than the Speed, it’s more accessible with a lower seat height. Both are very approachable and friendly machines, for both newer and shorter riders.

Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Triumph Speed 400: Tyres, brakes, and suspension

Speed 400 gets a fatter fork and better brakes

	Royal Enfield Hunter 350	Triumph Speed 400
Tyres (F, R)	110/70-17, 140/70-17	110/80R17, 150/70R17
Brakes (F, R)	300mm disc, 270mm disc; dual-channel ABS	300mm disc, 230mm disc; dual-channel ABS
Suspension (F, R)	41mm RSU fork, twin-shock	43mm USD fork, monoshock

On paper, the numbers once again continue to be really close. However, the Speed 400 gains on the Hunter 350 in a few areas. It has a wider rear tyre, gets radial tyres at both ends and a slightly fatter USD fork. The Triumph also gets better brakes with a far more effective four-piston, radial caliper at the front, whereas the Hunter 350 sticks to a more conventional two-piston, floating caliper.

Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Triumph Speed 400: Features

Par for the (retro) course for both

Packing in the most features for the money isn’t what this segment is known for, and neither motorcycle attempts to change that. The Hunter 350 offers dual-channel ABS, an assist and slipper clutch, a type-C USB port, and a TFT navigation tripper pod on higher variants. The Speed 400, gets everything except the navigation feature, offering traction control instead.

Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Triumph Speed 400: Price

Hunter is far more affordable

	Royal Enfield Hunter 350	Triumph Speed 400
Price	Rs 1.37 lakh – Rs 1.71 lakh	Rs 2.34 lakh

Last but not least, how much do you pay to buy one of these? And this is an area where the Hunter 350 has a huge advantage. The top-most variant of the Hunter 350 will set you back by Rs 1.71 lakh, with the base variant starting at as low as Rs 1.37 lakh (both prices ex-showroom, Chennai). On the other hand, the Speed 400 costs Rs 2.34 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). On paper, this can look like a difficult choice considering how close these are, but that confusion will go away as soon as you take test rides considering the vastly different riding experiences of both.

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Royal Enfield Continental GT vs Interceptor 650: Price and differences explained

Posted on August 22, 2026August 22, 2026 by admin

Royal Enfield Continental GT vs Interceptor 650: Price and differences explained

Royal Enfield has just updated the Continental GT 650 for 2026. While the mechanicals remain where they were earlier, the popular cafe racer gets a few new features like LED indicators, USB type-C port and cosmetic updates like a black instrument cowl. The Rocker Red colour now also gets a blacked out engine case and cast-alloy wheels, both of which were previously limited to the Apex Grey colour. The Interceptor, the platform sibling, is yet to see an update for 2026 but how do the 650 twins differ? Let’s examine it in detail.

All prices ex-showroom, Chennai

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 vs Interceptor 650: What’s shared?

Engine, chassis, and more

Both have quite a lot in common. They share the steel tubular, dual-cradle frame, the 648cc twin-cylinder engine making 47.4hp of power and 52.3 Nm of torque, tyre sizes, suspension, and most of the dimensions. Both also get alloy and wire spoke wheel options, but not on all the colours. In addition to this, most of Royal Enfield’s first-party accessories for one of these bikes should also be compatible with the other.

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 vs Interceptor 650: Design

Continental looks better, but is less practical

The biggest difference between the two is in the appearance. The Continental GT has a clip-on style handlebar, placed lower than the Interceptor. The rider footpegs are also set further back, altering the rider’s triangle noticeably. While the Continental’s handlebar makes it steadier at higher speeds—thanks to the added load on the front wheel—it does put more strain on the wrists, especially over long distances. The upright riding position on the Interceptor makes it far more practical to live with, although at the cost of the ‘cool factor’. The Continental GT 650 also gets Vredestein tyres, replacing the CEATs on the Interceptor.

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 vs Interceptor 650: Dimensions and weight

Interceptor is heavier by 4kg

The Interceptor is 45mm wider and 25mm taller than the Continental GT 650. The Interceptor also has a larger 13.7-litre fuel tank, compared to 12.5-litre unit on the Continental. Naturally, that means the Interceptor is 4kg heavier at 218kg.

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 vs Interceptor 650: Features

Continental now gets more features

Both the models do share most of the features, such as the semi-digital instrument cluster with twin-pods and dual-channel ABS, but with the update the Continental GT has gotten features like a USB-C charging port (vs USB-A on the Interceptor), LED indicators, and an instrument cowl as standard.

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 vs Interceptor 650: Colour options

Interceptor gets more colours

There’s no crossover between the two motorcycles in the colour options with both having distinct colour choices. Like we mentioned earlier, some of the colours get black, cast-alloy wheels while others stick to wire spoke wheels. On the Continental, Apex Grey and Rocker Red get alloys whereas on the Interceptor, alloy wheels are limited to only one colour, Black Ray.

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 vs Interceptor 650: Price

Continental is more expensive

With the new updates, the Continental GT 650 now starts at Rs 3.58 lakh and goes up to Rs 3.97 lakh. As of the writing of this piece, the Interceptor starts at Rs 3.39 lakh and goes up to Rs 3.69 lakh without any of the new features.

Interestingly, the Bear 650, the other platform sibling of these two, gets more modern features like a TFT instrument cluster, USD fork, and a slightly more powerful engine owing to its different two-into-one exhaust system. It remains to be seen if Royal Enfield will bring these updates to the Interceptor 650 anytime soon.

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7 things to know about the Royal Enfield Classic 350 Gorkha Edition

Posted on August 21, 2026August 21, 2026 by admin

7 things to know about the Royal Enfield Classic 350 Gorkha Edition

Royal Enfield has just announced a new, commemorative edition of the Classic 350 Gorkha Edition. Meant as an acknowledgement to the bravery and discipline of the Gorkha Regiment of the Indian army, the variant has prominent hat-tips to the most celebrated army unit in the world. If all of that sounds appealing to you and you want to bring one home, here’s what you need to know about it.

1. How is the Gorkha Edition different from the regular Classic 350?

Being a commemorative edition, the Gorkha Edition has a special colour called Gorkha Green which resembles a lot of army vehicles. It features two crossed Khukris on both the side panels, the official insignia of the Gorkha Regiment. There’s also a ‘Gorkha Edition’ sticker on the fuel tank, just above the fuel lid. The overall design and the dimensions remain unchanged otherwise.

2. How much does the Gorkha Edition cost?

Royal Enfield has priced the Classic 350 Gorkha Edition at Rs 2.11 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) which puts it right in the middle of the range that starts at Rs 1.87 lakh and goes all the way up to Rs 2.24 lakh. There’s another variant called ‘Commando Sand’ which also costs the same as the ‘Gorkha Edition’.

3. Which engine does the Classic 350 Gorkha Edition have?

The Classic 350 Gorkha Edition continues with Royal Enfield’s tried-and-tested J-series engine. Unveiled first with the Meteor 350 back in 2020, this single-cylinder, air-cooled unit has 20.2hp of power and 27Nm of torque.

4. What is the seat height of the Classic 350 Gorkha Edition?

The seat height on the Classic 350 Gorkha Edition is 805mm (unchanged from the regular Classic 350).

5. What features does the Classic 350 Gorkha Edition get?

The Classic 350 Gorkha Edition has a semi-digital instrument cluster, assist and slipper clutch, and a type-C USB port for charging your devices on the go. Note that Royal Enfield had recently updated all variants of the Classic 350 with the exact same feature set.

6. Does it get dual-channel ABS?

What separates the Classic 350 variants mainly are two things, the colour scheme and ABS. Of the eight available colours, the base ‘Redditch Red’ variant has single-channel ABS, with all the other colours—including the Gorkha Edition—getting dual-channel ABS as standard. Braking duties too are covered by the same 300mm disc at the front and 270mm disc at the rear.

7. What’s the weight and ground clearance like?

They continue unchanged as the Classic 350 at 195kg kerb weight and 170mm of ground clearance. If you like the Royal Enfield J-series engine but are fazed by the weight, the Hunter 350 remains the lightest Royal Enfield motorcycle you can buy today with a lighter kerb weight figure of 181kg but do note that its ground clearance is 160mm although it’s unlikely that the 10mm reduction will ever be an issue.

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KTM 390 Duke vs RE Guerrilla 450 Apex: Price and Specification Comparison

Posted on August 19, 2026August 19, 2026 by admin

KTM 390 Duke vs RE Guerrilla 450 Apex: Price and Specification Comparison

When the Guerrilla 450 first launched in 2024, comparisons to the KTM 390 Duke (now known as the Duke R) were inevitable. In 2026 though, things have changed because, following the revised GST structure on motorcycles, Bajaj decided to downsize all of its 400cc manufactured bikes to fall below the 350cc threshold. So, we now have a 390 Duke with a 349cc engine and the 398cc version continues on as the 390 Duke R. Meanwhile, the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 is now available in a new, sportier Apex variant. Let’s see how the motorcycles compare on paper with these redrawn boundaries.

KTM 390 Duke vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex: Engine and output

KTM has more power, Guerrilla has more torque

	KTM 390 Duke	Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex
Engine	349.32cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled	452cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Power	41.5hp at 8,600rpm	40.02hp at 8,000rpm
Torque	33.5Nm at 7,000rpm	40Nm at 5,500rpm
Transmission	6-speed	6-speed
Power-to-weight ratio	246.58hp/tonne	216.32hp/tonne

The biggest reason for this comparison is the KTM’s downsized 349cc engine. It now makes 41.5hp of power (vs 46hp on the Duke R) and 33.5Nm of torque (vs 39Nm on the Duke R). Both are now delivered slightly later in rev range as well. KTM achieved this with an 8mm shorter stroke length, although the bore remains unchanged. The Guerrilla 450 Apex, on the other hand, has not changed on the engine front and retains its 452cc engine with the same power and torque figures. Thus, the Guerrilla offers quite a bit more torque than the Duke and it’s delivered much earlier in the rev range too. Which means you will have to work the throttle and gearbox comparatively less on the Royal Enfield. Thus, if you spend most of your time in the city, it will be the less cumbersome bike to ride in this regard.

KTM 390 Duke vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex: Dimensions and weight

Duke is lighter despite a 30 percent larger fuel tank

	KTM 390 Duke	Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex
Fuel tank capacity	15 litres	11 litres
Ground clearance	183mm	169mm
Kerb weight	168.3kg	185kg
Seat height	800mm	780mm
Wheelbase	1357mm	1440mm

The 390 Duke continues to be far lighter than the Guerrilla, which weighs a staggering 17kg more. Another pertinent detail is that despite the lower weight, the Duke gets a 4-litre larger fuel tank compared to the Guerrilla. The Guerrilla does get a 20mm lower seat height and its ground clearance is 14mm lesser than the Duke. However, it’s worth noting that both bikes are perfectly usable on our roads, pothole-ridden or otherwise.

KTM 390 Duke vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex: Tyres, brakes, and suspension

Duke has adjustable suspension and better brakes

	KTM 390 Duke	Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex
Tyres (F, R)	110/70R17, 150/60R17	120/70R17, 160/60R17
Brakes (F, R)	320mm front disc, 240mm rear disc; dual-channel ABS	310mm front disc, 270mm rear disc; dual-channel ABS
Suspension (F, R)	43mm USD fork, monoshock	43mm RSU fork, linkage monoshock

Moving on to one of the most important links between the rider and the tarmac, the tyres. The Guerrilla gets slightly wider tyres than the Duke at both ends, but the disc brakes on the Guerrilla are slightly smaller at the front, and slightly larger at the rear. However, the KTM comes with a more sophisticated radial calliper at the front, whereas the Guerrilla makes do with a simpler axial unit. As for suspension, the Duke gives you an USD fork which is compression and rebound adjustable; and the rear monoshock is rebound and preload adjustable. The only adjustability the Guerrilla gets is for its rear preload.

KTM 390 Duke vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex: Features

KTM continues its tech-forward approach

KTM has always offered a myriad of tech features and rider aids on its motorcycles. Royal Enfield on the other hand has always been restrained on that front, prioritizing simplicity and ease of use instead. Depending on your preferences, you will gravitate towards one or the other. KTM offers you slip-and-assist clutch, ride modes, traction control, launch control, lean-sensitive ABS, bi-directional quickshifter, cruise control, turn-by-turn navigation, track screen, and a type-C charging port. Royal Enfield, to its credit, has given the Guerrilla a decent feature-set comprising a TFT instrument cluster which allows you to screencast Google Maps, two ride modes and a slip-and-assist clutch.

KTM 390 Duke vs Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex: Price

Guerrilla is more affordable with a bigger engine but has less features

	KTM 390 Duke	Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex
Price	Rs 2.84 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)	Rs 2.51 lakh (ex-showroom, Chennai)

Last but not least, the other reason necessitating the comparison, is the price. With its downsized engine KTM was able to meet a lower GST slab and thus the 390 Duke now costs Rs 2.84 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The Guerrilla 450 Apex still manages to undercut it and by a good deal, starting at Rs 2.51 lakh and going up to Rs 2.58 lakh for the Apex Green colour.

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रॉयल एनफील्ड क्लासिक 350 का नया Gorkha अवतार लॉन्च, जानें इसके फीचर्स और कीमत

Posted on August 18, 2026August 18, 2026 by admin

रॉयल एनफील्ड ने भारतीय बाजार में अपनी लोकप्रिय Classic 350 का नया Gorakha Edition लॉन्च किया है। कंपनी ने इस बाइक में कुछ नए फीचर्स भी जोड़े हैं। इसमें असिस्ट और स्लिपर क्लच और टाइप-C USB फास्ट चार्जिंग पोर्ट शामिल हैं। इसके अलावा बाइक के डिजाइन में भी गोरखा से प्रेरित कुछ बदलाव किए गए हैं, जिससे इसका लुक पहले से अलग नजर आ रहा है। रॉयल एनफील्ड क्लासिक 350 के नए गोरखा एडिशन को खास गोरखा ग्रीन रंग में पेश किया गया है। बाइक पर क्रॉस्ड खुखरी वाला खास बैज भी दिया गया है, जो इसे अलग लुक देता है। कंपनी ने बताया कि इसकी बुकिंग मंगलवार से शुरू होगी। इस बाइक की एक्स-शोरूम कीमत ₹2,10,684 रखी गई है।

जानें इसकी खासियत

क्लासिक 350 गोरखा एडिशन में कंपनी ने बाइक की मौजूदा राइडिंग पोजीशन और J-सीरीज इंजन को बरकरार रखा है। इसमें असिस्ट और स्लिपर क्लच दिया गया है, जिससे गियर बदलना आसान हो जाता है। इसके अलावा, टाइप-C USB फास्ट चार्जिंग पोर्ट भी मिलता है। बाइक को गोरखा रेजिमेंट से प्रेरित लुक देने के लिए गोरखा ग्रीन रंग और क्रॉस्ड खुखरी का खास निशान दिया गया है।

गोरखा कलेक्शन भी किया लॉन्च

रॉयल एनफील्ड ने बाइक के साथ गोरखा कलेक्शन भी लॉन्च किया है। इसमें हेलमेट, हाई-एंकल लेदर बूट, हेडगियर, कपड़े और कई दूसरी चीजें शामिल हैं। कलेक्शन के डिजाइन में मिलिट्री यूनिफॉर्म, रेजिमेंट के निशान और क्रॉस्ड खुखरी से प्रेरणा ली गई है। इसमें रेजिमेंटल क्रिमसन, ऑलिव ग्रीन, मैट ब्लैक और वार्म ब्रॉन्ज जैसे रंगों का इस्तेमाल किया गया है। क्लासिक 350 गोरखा एडिशन रॉयल एनफील्ड की मिड-साइज बाइक रेंज में शामिल किया गया है।

चीफ कमर्शियल ऑफिसर क्या कहा

लॉन्च के मौके पर रॉयल एनफील्ड के चीफ कमर्शियल ऑफिसर यदविंदर सिंह गुलेरिया ने कहा, “क्लासिक 350 गोरखा एडिशन के जरिए हम बहादुरी, वफादारी और सम्मान की पहचान रखने वाली गोरखा रेजिमेंट की सैन्य विरासत को सलाम कर रहे हैं। बाइक की हर डिटेल क्लासिक 350 के खास अंदाज को बनाए रखती है, जबकि गोरखा के खास निशान इस रेजिमेंट की पुरानी परंपराओं और मूल्यों को दर्शाते हैं।”

गोरखा रेजिमेंट की पहचान है खास

इस मौके पर गोरखा ब्रिगेड के प्रेसिडेंट लेफ्टिनेंट जनरल संजीव चौहान, AVSM, YSM ने कहा, “गोरखा रेजिमेंट की पहचान सिर्फ उसके इतिहास से नहीं, बल्कि हिम्मत, अनुशासन और सम्मान जैसी खूबियों से भी है। इन मूल्यों को कई पीढ़ियों से आगे बढ़ाया जा रहा है। रॉयल एनफील्ड क्लासिक 350 गोरखा एडिशन के जरिए इस विरासत को सम्मान मिलना हमारे लिए खुशी की बात है। यह बाइक गोरखा सैनिकों की भावना और उनकी परंपराओं को सम्मान देने का एक तरीका है।”

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Royal Enfield Classic 350 Gorkha Edition launched at Rs 2.11 lakh

Posted on August 18, 2026August 18, 2026 by admin

Royal Enfield Classic 350 Gorkha Edition launched at Rs 2.11 lakh

Royal Enfield has launched a new ‘Gorkha Edition’ of the Classic 350 at Rs 2.11 lakh. The renowned retro roadster remains mechanically unchanged. Named after the Gorkha regiment of the Indian Army, this colourway is meant to commemorate the unit’s bravery and discipline.

Mechanically similar to the regular Classic 350
A tribute to the Gorkha Regiment, an infantry unit of the Indian army
Gets exclusive tributary decals of the regiment

New colour, with tributes to the Gorkha regiment

Though the underlying design itself remains unchanged, this edition of the Classic 350 gets a few specific additions to emphasise on the fact that it’s a tribute. Apart from the matte military green colour that’s typically associated with army vehicles, the sidepanels feature the crossed Khukris, the regiment’s official insignia. The fuel tank also gets a ‘Gorkha Edition’ sticker.

Mechanically the same

Same features as the latest Classic 350

As we had reported earlier, the Gorkha Edition remains mechanically and electrically the same as the regular Classic 350. Which means it still has the same J-series 349cc, single-cylinder engine with 20.2hp of power and 27Nm of torque and a 5-speed transmission. The brakes also remain the same with dual-channel ABS. The bike remains unchanged by way of electronic features too, sticking to the semi-digital instrument cluster, but the tripper pod is missing. However, it should be available as an accessory, if you have a need for it.

Royal Enfield currently offers the Classic 350 in seven different colours with the main differences being single or dual-channel ABS. The base variant gets single-channel ABS with the others getting dual-channel ABS as standard. Royal Enfield has given the Gorkha Edition features like assist and slipper clutch as well as a USB type-C port; the regular Classic 350 had also received it recently. The Gorkha Edition has been launched at Rs 2.11 lakh, slotting right in the middle of the line-up. Royal Enfield says booking starts today.

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New Royal Enfield Classic 350 Gorkha Edition spotted

Posted on August 17, 2026August 17, 2026 by admin

Royal Enfield Classic 350 Gorkha Edition at a dealership

A new special edition of the Royal Enfield Classic 350 has been spotted at a dealership. The Classic 350 Gorkha Edition is finished in matte military green and features imagery drawn from one of the most decorated regiments in the Indian Army – the Gorkha Regiment.

Royal Enfield Classic 350 Gorkha Edition spotted at a dealership
Finished in matte military green with crossed Khukri insignia on the side panels
Chrome engine casings, exhaust and wire-spoke rims

Royal Enfield Classic 350 Gorkha Edition: What we know

Mechanically identical to the rest of the Classic 350 range

From the video of the bike at a dealership, the Gorkha Edition features chrome-finished engine casings and exhaust, and rides on chrome wire-spoke rims, unlike some of the colourways for the Classic 350 that get blacked-out elements and alloy wheels. The Gorkha Edition sticker on the side panels prominently features the crossed Khukri (traditional knife) insignia associated with the Gorkha Rifles.

Mechanically, the Gorkha Edition is expected to be identical to the rest of the Classic 350 range, powered by the 349cc J-series single-cylinder engine producing 20.2hp and 27Nm, paired with a 5-speed gearbox. The Classic 350 was recently updated with a slip-and-assist clutch and a USB Type-C charging port on dual-channel ABS variants, and considering this is a special edition, we could expect these updates to be included on this bike.

Royal Enfield has not officially announced the Gorkha Edition or confirmed pricing, but given that it appears to have reached dealerships, a launch in the near future is likely.

Image source: PJ Auto Hub

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3 reasons to buy the Aprilia Tuono 457 Special Edition and 2 reasons to skip it

Posted on August 16, 2026August 16, 2026 by admin

The Aprilia Tuono 457 Special Edition is now the only version of the Tuono 457 available in India. Despite the name, this is not a limited run on top of the standard bike, but the replacement for it. It arrives with a revised riding position, retuned suspension and a standard-fit flyscreen, all aimed at making the Tuono a more liveable everyday machine without compromising its core character. Here’s what works in its favour and a couple of reasons it might not be for you.

Reasons to buy the Aprilia Tuono 457 Special Edition

Noticeably better ergonomics and comfort

The original Tuono 457 was essentially a naked RS 457 with the same seat, same riding position, and just with a flat handlebar instead of clip-ons. For taller riders in particular, it felt uncomfortably cramped. The Special Edition addresses this with taller handlebar risers and additional seat padding (both around 10mm each) which sound modest on paper but make a meaningful difference in practice. During our time with the bike, Rishaad, who stands 6’1″ found that the new ergonomics offered a substantial improvement over the older bike, especially after a long ride. The retuned suspension, with a softer initial stroke front and rear, also makes the bike less abrasive over imperfect roads without blunting its handling.

An engine and chassis that no locally manufactured rival can match

The 457cc parallel-twin remains the highlight of the package. It produces 47.6hp and 43.5Nm, makes a genuinely excellent sound, and has a strong enough mid-range to pull clutch-up wheelies in second gear – something no other locally manufactured motorcycle at this price can do. The chassis is equally impressive, with a taut, reactive feel that gives it what the reviewer describes as a scaled-down big bike character. Highway speeds are effortless, and the bike cruises comfortably at 130kph and above.

Better relative value than before

The Tuono 457 Special Edition is priced at Rs 3.99 lakh – unchanged from when the standard Tuono launched. Meanwhile, its closest rival, the KTM 390 Duke, has seen its price rise due to the GST rate hike applicable to motorcycles above 350cc. What was previously a Rs 1 lakh gap has now narrowed to around Rs 50,000. That shift in relative positioning makes the Tuono a more compelling consideration than it was even a few months ago.

Reasons to skip the Aprilia Tuono 457 Special Edition

It’s still a compact motorcycle

The ergonomic improvements are real, but the Tuono 457 remains a small, compact motorcycle. The footpegs are still high-set, position is still sporty, and taller riders will still find it more constricted than, say, a KTM 390 Duke or a Triumph Speed 400. The changes make it more manageable, not roomy. If everyday comfort over long distances is your priority, this is not the bike for you.

Aprilia’s dealer network remains limited

Aprilia’s sales and service network in India is significantly more restricted than rivals like KTM, Triumph and Royal Enfield. For riders outside major metropolitan areas, finding an Aprilia dealership for routine servicing or warranty work can be a real inconvenience and it’s a concern that hasn’t been addressed alongside the motorcycle’s improvements. It also tends to be a more expensive bike to run, both in terms of service costs and spare parts.

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नई Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 भारत में लॉन्च, कीमत और नए फीचर्स ने खींचा ध्यान

Posted on August 15, 2026August 15, 2026 by admin

Royal Enfield ने भारत में अपनी अपडेटेड Continental GT 650 लॉन्च कर दी है। कंपनी ने इस बाइक के डिजाइन और फीचर्स में कुछ छोटे बदलाव किए हैं, जबकि इसके इंजन और बाकी मुख्य मैकेनिकल चीजों में कोई बड़ा बदलाव नहीं किया है। वहीं, इसकी कीमत कलर और स्पेसिफिकेशन के आधार पर 3.58 लाख रुपये से शुरू होकर 3.88 लाख रुपये (एक्स-शोरूम) तक जाती है।

बता दें कि अपडेटेड Continental GT 650 को चार कलर ऑप्शन में पेश किया गया है। Rocker Red वेरिएंट, जिसमें अब ब्लैक फिनिश वाला इंजन, एग्जॉस्ट और कास्ट-अलॉय व्हील मिलते हैं। इसकी कीमत 3.58 लाख रुपये है। वहीं, British Racing Green की कीमत भी 3.58 लाख रुपये है। इसमें पॉलिश्ड इंजन और स्पोक व्हील दिए गए हैं।

ब्लैक-आउट इंजन और कास्ट-अलॉय व्हील्स वाले Apex Grey की कीमत 3.81 लाख रुपये है, जबकि पॉलिश्ड इंजन और स्पोक व्हील्स वाले मिस्टर क्लीन वेरिएंट की कीमत सबसे ज्यादा, यानी 3.88 लाख रुपये है। ये सभी कीमतें एक्स-शोरूम हैं।

2026 Continental GT 650 में अब ब्लैक कलर का इंस्ट्रूमेंट काउल और नए LED इंडिकेटर्स दिए गए हैं। इसके अलावा, बाइक में USB Type-C फास्ट चार्जिंग पोर्ट भी जोड़ा गया है। इससे राइडर सफर के दौरान स्मार्टफोन और दूसरे डिवाइस आसानी से चार्ज कर सकेंगे।

वहीं, Rocker Red वेरिएंट में अब ब्लैक फिनिश वाला इंजन, एग्जॉस्ट और कास्ट-अलॉय व्हील दिए गए हैं। पहले यह सेटअप सिर्फ Apex Grey कलर में मिलता था। इस बदलाव के बाद British Racing Green और Mr Clean ही ऐसे वेरिएंट हैं, जिनमें स्पोक व्हील और पॉलिश्ड इंजन फिनिश दी गई है।

ये अपडेट मुख्य रूप से दिखावट से जुड़े हैं और इनसे मोटरसाइकिल के बेसिक डिजाइन या राइडिंग के अनुभव में कोई बदलाव नहीं आता है। मैकेनिकल तौर पर Continental GT 650 में कोई बदलाव नहीं किया गया है। इसमें अभी भी 648cc का एयर- और ऑयल-कूल्ड पैरेलल-ट्विन इंजन लगा है, जो 47hp की पावर और 52.3Nm का टॉर्क देता है। पावर को पिछले पहिये तक पहुंचाने के लिए छह-स्पीड गियरबॉक्स का इस्तेमाल किया गया है।

Royal Enfield की लाइनअप में Continental GT 650 की अपनी अलग पहचान है। यह बाइक क्लासिक कैफे रेसर लुक के साथ मॉडर्न और भरोसेमंद तकनीक का कॉम्बिनेशन देती है।

USB Type-C चार्जिंग पोर्ट और डिजाइन में किए गए छोटे बदलाव इसे मिड-वेट परफॉर्मेंस बाइक सेगमेंट में और बेहतर बनाए रखने में मदद करेंगे। वहीं, Royal Enfield आने वाले समय में ज्यादा बड़े इंजन वाली बाइक्स भी पेश करने की तैयारी कर रही है।

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Updated Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 launched at Rs 3.58 lakh

Posted on August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 by admin

Updated Red RE Continental GT 650 studio image

Royal Enfield has launched an updated Continental GT 650 with some styling and feature additions. Prices start at Rs 3.58 lakh and go up to Rs 3.88 lakh (ex-showroom, India).

Rocker Red variant gets blacked-out engine, exhaust and cast-alloy wheels
USB Type-C fast-charging port and LED indicators added across all variants

Updated RE Continental GT 650 prices and variants

Four colour options across two specifications

The updates include a black-painted instrument cowl, new LED indicators and the addition of a USB Type-C fast-charging port. Lastly, the Rocker Red variant now gets a blacked-out engine, exhaust and cast-alloy wheels, a specification previously exclusive to the Apex Grey.

The mechanical package remains unchanged. The Continental GT 650 continues to be powered by the 648cc air- and oil-cooled parallel-twin producing 47hp and 52.3Nm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox.

Variant	Price (ex-showroom)
Rocker Red (blacked-out engine, cast-alloy wheels)	Rs 3.58 lakh
British Racing Green (polished engine, spoke wheels)	Rs 3.58 lakh
Apex Grey (blacked-out engine, cast-alloy wheels)	Rs 3.81 lakh
Mr Clean (polished engine, spoke wheels)	Rs 3.88 lakh