- Royal Enfield Bullet 650 is priced at Rs 3.65 lakh ex-showroom in India
- BSA Goldstar 650 is priced between Rs 3.34 lakh and Rs 3.46 lakh ex-showroom
- Bullet 650 features classic design with teardrop tank and analogue-digital cluster
The launch of the Royal Enfield Bullet 650 has added a new contender to India's growing retro motorcycle segment. The Royal Enfield Bullet 650 carries forward the legacy of the iconic Bullet name while offering modern performance through Royal Enfield's proven twin-cylinder platform. On the other hand, the BSA Goldstar 650 brings classic British styling and a powerful single-cylinder engine to the table. If you're confused between the Royal Enfield Bullet 650 and the BSA Goldstar 650, here's a detailed comparison.
Royal Enfield Bullet 650 Vs BSA Goldstar 650: Price
The Royal Enfield Bullet 650 has been launched in India at a starting price of Rs 3.65 lakh (ex-showroom). Meanwhile, the BSA Goldstar 650 is priced between Rs 3.34 lakh and Rs 3.46 lakh (ex-showroom).
Royal Enfield Bullet 650
Royal Enfield Bullet 650 Vs BSA Goldstar 650: Design
The Royal Enfield Bullet 650 stays true to the traditional Bullet silhouette with a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, hand-painted pinstripes, chrome-finished headlamp, and classic-looking fenders. The Royal Enfield Bullet 650 also gets a simple analogue-digital instrument cluster.
The BSA Goldstar 650 follows a similar retro theme with a round headlamp, wire-spoke wheels, and vintage-inspired bodywork. However, the BSA Goldstar 650 has a slightly sportier stance and a cleaner design approach.
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Royal Enfield Bullet 650 Vs BSA Goldstar 650: Engine And Performance
Powering the Royal Enfield Bullet 650 is a 648 cc parallel-twin, air-oil cooled engine. This motor produces 47 bhp and 52.3 Nm of torque and comes paired with a six-speed gearbox.
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The BSA Goldstar 650 uses a 652 cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine that develops 45 bhp and 55 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a five-speed gearbox.
BSA Goldstar 650
Royal Enfield Bullet 650 Vs BSA Goldstar 650: Hardware
The Royal Enfield Bullet 650 gets telescopic front forks, twin rear shock absorbers, dual-channel ABS, a 14.8-litre fuel tank, and an 800 mm seat height. It weighs 243 kg.
The BSA Goldstar 650 also comes with telescopic forks, twin rear shocks, and dual-channel ABS. It features a smaller 12-litre fuel tank, a lower 780 mm seat height, and a lighter 213 kg kerb weight.