The Honda CB500 costs less, while the Interceptor 650 offers a larger twin-cylinder engine and higher power output.
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has introduced the CB500 in the modern-classic motorcycle segment. The bike starts at Rs 2.75 lakh, while the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 starts at Rs 3.38 lakh.
The two motorcycles offer different engine layouts, features and riding characteristics. Here is a detailed comparison of their prices, performance and equipment.
Honda CB500 vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650: Price
The Honda CB500 is priced between Rs 2.75 lakh and Rs 3.02 lakh. These are ex-showroom prices for the available variants. The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 costs between Rs 3.38 lakh and Rs 3.69 lakh.
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This puts the starting price of the Interceptor 650 about Rs 36,000 above the highest-priced CB500. The price difference can cross Rs 90,000 when the higher Interceptor 650 variant is compared with the entry-level CB500.
Honda CB500 vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650: Engine
The Honda CB500 uses a 501cc single-cylinder engine. It produces 28 hp and 43.3 Nm of peak torque. The engine uses air and oil cooling and comes with a five-speed gearbox. It also gets an assist-and-slipper clutch.
The Interceptor 650 uses a larger 648cc parallel-twin engine. It produces 47 hp and 52 Nm of peak torque. The Royal Enfield also gets air and oil cooling. Its engine is paired with a six-speed gearbox and a slip-and-assist clutch.
Features and safety
The Honda CB500 gets several modern electronic features. These include Honda Selectable Torque Control, which provides switchable traction control.
The motorcycle also offers Honda RoadSync connectivity. This system supports features such as turn-by-turn navigation, call alerts and SMS notifications. The CB500 uses an analogue-digital instrument cluster. It also gets dual-channel ABS as standard.
The Interceptor 650 follows a more traditional design. It uses twin-pod analogue dials with a small LCD display. The Royal Enfield also gets dual-channel ABS with ByBre brakes. Its six-speed gearbox is paired with an assist-and-slipper clutch.
What remains unknown about the Honda CB500
Some important specifications of the Honda CB500 have not been officially disclosed. These include its seat height, kerb weight and fuel tank capacity.
This makes a complete specification comparison difficult at present. More official details will be needed for a full comparison between the two motorcycles.
Honda CB500 vs Interceptor 650: What the specifications show
The CB500 has a lower starting price and a smaller single-cylinder engine. It also offers traction control and smartphone connectivity. The Interceptor 650 costs more but uses a larger twin-cylinder engine. It also produces considerably higher power and torque than the CB500.
The two motorcycles therefore differ in engine configuration, equipment and pricing. Buyers can compare these specifications based on their budget and riding requirements. More details about the Honda CB500 will help complete the comparison once the remaining specifications are officially disclosed.
