BSA Gold Star vs RE Interceptor 650: price, specifications compared

    While one uses a twin-cylinder motor, the other uses a single-cylinder motorcycle of similar capacity.

    Published On Aug 16, 2024 07:21:00 PM

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    BSA Gold Star vs RE Interceptor 650: price, specifications compared

    BSA has finally introduced itself to the Indian market and unveiled the Gold Star. Here’s how it stacks up against its closest rival, the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650.

    BSA Gold Star vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650: engine & output

    Engine & output
    BSA Gold StarRoyal Enfield Interceptor 650
    Engine652cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder648cc, air/oil-cooled, inline twin cylinder
    Power45hp at 6500rpm46.8hp at 7250rpm
    Power to weight ratio223.8 hp/tonne214.6 hp/tonne
    Torque55Nm at 4000rpm52.3Nm at 5150rpm
    Gearbox5-speed6-speed

    The biggest difference between the two lies at the heart of these motorcycles. The Interceptor 650 uses an air/oil-cooled twin-cylinder engine, whereas the Gold Star has a liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine. While the Royal Enfield produces slightly more power, the BSA produces more torque. It is worth noting that the BSA Gold Star makes its peak power and torque a little sooner in the rev range compared to the Royal Enfield.

    BSA Gold Star vs Royal Enfield Interceptor: weight & dimensions

    weight & dimensions
    BSA Gold StarRoyal Enfield Interceptor 650
    Kerb Weight201kg218kg
    Seat Height780mm804mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity12 liters13.7 liters
    Wheelbase1425mm1398mm

    The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is 17kg heavier than the BSA Goldstar, which weighs 201kg. The Interceptor features a slightly shorter wheelbase but a noticeably taller seat height of 804mm, making it potentially less accessible for shorter riders. It has a slightly larger fuel tank, (1.7 litres more) which promises a better range.

    BSA Gold Star vs Royal Enfield Interceptor: suspension & brakes

    suspension & brake
    BSA Gold StarRoyal Enfield Interceptor 650
    SuspensionTelescopic forks/ Twin gas charged shock-absorbersTelescopic forks/ Twin gas charged shock-absorbers
    Brakes (F/R)320mm disc/ 255mm disc320 mm disc/ 240 mm disc
    Tyres (F/R)100/90-18 / 150/70-R17100/90-18 / 130/70-R18

    While both motorcycles share a similar suspension setup, it remains to be seen how well the Gold Star’s setup performs on our roads. While both motorcycles get a similar-sized front disc, the Gold Star has a slightly larger rear disc. Coupled with its lighter weight, this provides the Gold Star with better stopping power. Both motorcycles ride on a similar-sized front wheel, but the Gold Star uses a 17-inch wheel at a tyre size that has more options than the Interceptor 650.

    BSA Gold Star vs Royal Enfield Interceptor: Price

    price
    BSA Gold StarRoyal Enfield Interceptor 650
    PriceRs 3 Lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)Rs 3.03 Lakh (ex-showroom, India)

    The Goldstar has an introductory price of Rs 3 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), but it can rise to Rs 3.35 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) based on the colour you choose. The Interceptor starts at Rs 3.03 lakh (ex-showroom India) but even its top-spec colour costs slightly less than the Gold Star. Prices for the Interceptor 650 can go up to Rs 3.31 lakh depending on the colour selected.

    Also see: Royal Enfield Classic 350: new vs old

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