The 2023 Royal Enfield Super Meteor, manufactured in India, is now officially introduced in the United States and Canada, offering enthusiasts three distinct variants – Astral, Interstellar, and Celestial.

In North America, the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 is equipped with the identical 648 cc parallel-twin cylinder engine, delivering 46.3 bhp at 7,250 rpm and 52.3 Nm of peak torque at 5,650 rpm. This powerplant is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The cruiser features 43 mm Showa Big Piston USD front forks with 120 mm of travel, complemented by 5-step pre-load adjustable twin shock absorbers at the rear, offering 101 mm of travel.

The braking setup includes a 320 mm front disc with two-piston ByBre calipers, and a 300 mm rear disc brake with a single-piston caliper. Dual-channel ABS is a standard feature. The Super Meteor is equipped with 19-inch front and 16-inch rear alloy wheels, fitted with CEAT Zoom Cruz tires. 

In terms of features, it boasts an LED headlamp, a USB port, a Tripper navigation unit with Bluetooth connectivity, hazard lights, and additional amenities.

The Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 has been crafted with a penchant for extended journeys on expansive, well-maintained roads, making the US and Canada ideal markets for its introduction. While the Astral and Interstellar versions cater to solo riders, the Celestial variant is tailored as a grand tourer, offering a range of touring accessories. Color choices for the SM 650 encompass Green, Black, and Blue for the Astral variant, while the dual-tone options present a two-tone Interstellar Grey or Interstellar Green.

The Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 comes with a price range starting at $6,999, extending up to $7,499 (approximately ₹5.82 lakh to ₹6.24 lakh). The cruiser is set to arrive at US dealerships in the coming weeks.

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Updated: 20 Oct 2023, 04:00 PM IST