2023 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650: New Features & Price tags

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2023 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 has been launched in the Rs. 3.03 lakh to Rs. 3.31 lakh price range (ex-showroom)

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The new prices are Rs. 16,000 higher but the Interceptor 650 comes with alloy wheels for the first time.

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The Interceptor gets an LED headlight and new switchgear as standard.

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The LED headlight is taken from the recently launched Super Meteor replacing the old Interceptor 650’s halogen reflector unit.

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The second feature lifted from the Super Meteor are the new aluminum switch cubes in a retro design that complement the overall design of the motorcycle and gives it a premium look.

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A USB charging port is also added on the left handlebar to make the motorcycle more practical.

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The 2023 Interceptor 650 gets four new colour schemes including two blacked-out trims called Barcelona Blue and Black Ray. It also gets a new dual Black Pearl and Cali Green colourway.

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