Ballad of simple rider

The Interceptor 650, in many ways, allowed Royal Enfield to flex its muscle and showcase its ability to roll out a retro street bike with modern features and top-notch quality. Ever since its launch in 2018, the Interceptor has swept the market by storm and continues to do so with its gorgeous looks and affordable price tag. But what makes this new modern classic stand out is its versatile 47bhp 648cc twin parallel. As we swing our leg over the saddle of the BS6 compliant avatar of the Interceptor, we find out if the new stricter emissions have taken the sting out of the powertrain. As the Interceptor remains unchanged in terms of looks and features, we will first talk about the engine. Fire up the motor and twist the throttle, straightway the motorcycle lets us know that it’s more responsive and smoother than its BS4 version. What makes this engine a gem is that it continues to offer more than enough grunt in a linear fashion yet always willing to step up whenever required at any speed. This ensures that the rider is always in control. With 52Nm at 5,250rpm and 80% of the pulling power available as low