Royal Enfield is truly on a roll with its 650 Twin platform. A total of six motorcycles utilize the now-popular twin-cylinder engine. By the end of 2025, this list is set to expand further. This time, things go back to the “roots” with a Bullet 650 Twin. We can expect the powertrain and even certain hardware components to be shared with the recently launched Classic 650. However, the Bullet 650 will stand out from the rest with its classic design.
Images of the Royal Enfield Bullet 350 and the Classic 650 models are used for reference in this article.
Royal Enfield Has Trademarked The “Bullet 650 Twin” Name
Will Be The Seventh Model Based On The 650 Twin Platform
Royal Enfield’s parent company, Eicher Motors Limited, has officially trademarked the “Royal Enfield Bullet 650 Twin” name in India. When it comes to RE, a trademark is a sure-shot confirmation of the imminent unveiling of a new motorcycle. The beans were spilled about the Bear 650, the Shotgun 650, and even the Flying Flea in a similar manner. This is going to be a very special and important motorcycle for Royal Enfield, as the Bullet nameplate has a strong historical significance for the brand.
What To Expect From The RE Bullet 650
Old-School Vibes Through And Through
As with all existing 650 Twin motorcycles, we anticipate that the engine and gearbox configurations will remain largely unchanged. It will be very similar in configuration to the Classic 650, as it also follows a classic theme. The 648 cc parallel-twin engine is expected to retain its air- and oil-cooled layout, producing over 47 horsepower and 38 pound-feet of torque. A 6-speed manual gearbox is slated to send power to the rear wheel via a final chain drive.
Elsewhere, we can expect chunky telescopic front forks and robust twin rear shocks. Braking duties will likely be derived from the Classic with a 320 mm disc up front and a 300 mm disc at the rear. Dual-channel ABS will be standard here. Due to its old-school charm, expect the Bullet 650 to primarily feature wire-spoke wheels rather than alloys.
Distinctive features of the Bullet 650 Twin will be confined to design and ergonomics. The Bullet 350 distinguishes itself from the Classic via elements like chunky fenders, a single-piece seat, and an abundance of chrome. That should be the case here, too. If all design cues are to be shared, we can also expect a blacked-out, stealthy version of the Bullet 650.
On the technology front, we expect things to be barebone because the Bullet nameplate emphasizes an old-school and back-to-roots character. The instrument cluster will most likely be shared with that of the Classic 650, featuring an analog instrument cluster pod with a small digital LCD. The bottom left corner will house the key slot, and to the right will be a provision for the Tripper navigation pod. Unlike the standard inclusion of the pod on the Classic 650, we expect it to be an optional feature on the Bullet 650 Twin.
Royal Enfield Bullet 650: Launch And Expected Pricing
Slated To The Most Affordable 650 Twin From RE
The Bullet nameplate holds a special place in Royal Enfield’s history, as it is the oldest and longest-running in its history. Interestingly, the “Bullet” has always been a single-cylinder offering, which is why we assume that RE has named its upcoming parallel-twin bike the “Bullet 650 Twin” instead of simply “Bullet 650”. The Bullet has always been a workhorse-grade motorcycle, too, boasting a robust build and an affordable price tag.
If the trend follows, then we can expect the Bullet 650 to be the most affordable parallel-twin-engined bike from RE. Currently, the most affordable 650 twin in the US is the $6,149 INT 650. Regarding the launch date, we anticipate Royal Enfield to introduce the Bullet 650 Twin in the third quarter of 2025. An EICMA showcase is also likely. Additionally, the Bullet 650 Twin has been confirmed for America, as RE had already filed a trademark for it in December 2024, as reported by Cycleworld.
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