Meteor strikes Milan! Royal Enfield has super-sized their popular 350cc Meteor. The global leader in the midsize (250cc – 750cc) motorcycling segment unveiled its Super Meteor 650 at EICMA today. Royal Enfield’s little 350 Meteor has been a big hit (we even covered its U.S. debut in the May 2021 issue), but bigger is better in the U.S. market.
Centered around the acclaimed 648cc twin platform found in the INT650 and Continental GT 650, the Super Meteor 650 features an all-new chassis developed for comfort. “We have always had a differentiated approach to building motorcycles and our new cruiser, the Super Meteor 650, is the next evolution of this approach,” says Sid Lal, Managing Director of Eichler Motors Ltd. “Inspired by our own long-distance riding experiences and those of our customers, we have built the Super Meteor to be absolutely enjoyable to all senses.”
Commenting on Royal Enfield’s cruiser lineage Lal adds, “The engine is super refined and responsive and offers relaxed part-throttle experience at highway-plus speeds, the riding ergonomics are fine-tuned to offer a leisurely, yet in-control riding experience, and the overall premium fit and finish of parts and materials evoke visual and sensory delight. The gorgeous silhouette and contours of the Super Meteor have been inspired by generations of cruisers from Royal Enfield, and are at the same time, familiar, yet absolutely distinct.”
Created in conjunction with Harris Performance, the all-new chassis provides a low center of gravity for high-speed stability and maneuverability that is confidence inspiring for all levels of rider. USD forks, LED headlamps, a state-of-the-art TBT navigation system, redesigned engine covers and a premium fit and finish are just some of the many attention-grabbing features.
The Super Meteor 650 is the solo tourer variant and will be available in five colorways: Astral Black, Astral Blue, Astral Green, Interstellar Grey and Interstellar Green. The Super Meteor 650 Tourer is the grand tourer variant and will be available in two colorways: Celestial Red and Celestial Blue. Both versions of the Super Meteor 650 are supported by an extensive ecosystem of Genuine Motorcycle Accessories.
The Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 will begin arriving in North America as early as summer 2023.
