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Hi, I’m planning to buy the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650. It would be used mainly for weekend rides and city usage. I tested the bike all day with a rented unit, including some light off-road testing, and I’m satisfied with its performance and ground clearance. Could you please advise if any updates are expected for the SM650 this year, so I can decide whether to wait or go ahead and book the bike? Please advise. Regards, Harsha

Asked by: Harsha

Some time ago, a test mule of the Royal Enfield Super Meteor was spotted testing overseas with different rear shock absorbers. Moreover, considering its stiff ride has been one of the few complaints we've levied against it, this could potentially fix that issue. 

Considering that the Super Meteor 650 has been unchanged since its launch in early 2023, Royal Enfield could update it this year. However, there's no official confirmation from the brand regarding this. 

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