Not a disaster movie scenario and in fact quite the opposite. Royal Enfield showcased the new Super Meteor 650 at EICMA in November 2022, and now the pair of newcomers – Super Meteor 650 and the Super Meteor 650 Tourer – are making their way here, available in seven colours. Both are LAMS legal as well. They are due to go on sale in the coming months.
![Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 in desert](https://www.autocar.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SM-main-one-croip-1-1024x683.jpg)
The Super Meteor 650 follows on from the single-cylinder 350cc Meteor variant that has proven so popular in Europe and elsewhere. The two new machines are centered around the 35kW/52Nm 648cc twin that powers the Interceptor INT 650 and Continental GT 650.
![Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 on road](https://www.autocar.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SM-pair-crop.jpg)
The bikes combine simple controls and uncluttered instrumentation with relaxed rider ergonomics, calming stability on highways and riding pleasure on winding roads where they are said to change direction enthusiastically.
![Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 parked on long road](https://www.autocar.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SM-on-road-cp.jpg)
The Super Meteor twins draw on 1950s heritage, and retro styling harks back to the original Super Meteor. Underpinning the bike is a new frame and swingarm, crafted at the UK Technology Centre in conjunction with Harris Performance. The design goal was a low center of gravity for open road stability and easy manoeuvrability for a confidence-inspiring ride.
![Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 on motorway](https://www.autocar.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SM-Tpourer-crpp.jpg)
The new machines see Royal Enfield’s first use of upside-down forks, offering 120mm of stroke, while rear shocks feature five-step preload and 101mm of travel. Brakes use a single disc each end with twin-piston floating calipers. Kerb weight is a claimed 241kg.
![Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 dials](https://www.autocar.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SM-instrument-crop.jpg)
A low stance and a narrow seat up front allow for a comfortable standover. The riding position features feet-forward foot controls and wide raised handlebars. A 16L tank gives extended cruising range. Wheels are 16 inches at the rear and 19 inches up front, and the tyres are both tubeless.
![Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 headlight](https://www.autocar.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SM-headlight-crp.jpg)
Instruments comprise an analogue speedo with an LCD display showing revs, gear indicator, fuel gauge, clock and trip meter. Other features include adjustable levers, RE’s Turn-By-Turn “Tripper” navigation pod that links to the rider’s smartphone via Bluetooth, a USB socket under the left side panel, and an LED headlamp, a first for the company.
![Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 on side of road](https://www.autocar.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SM-Tourer-2-cp.jpg)
The Super Meteor 650 will be available in black, blue, grey and two shades of green while the Tourer, which adds a windscreen and dual seat with backrest, comes in red and blue hues. A wide range of accessories will be available.
![Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 by armco](https://www.autocar.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SM-pair-crop-1.jpg)
Expect the cruiser to land here in the next couple of months. Pricing details have been announced recently, the pair kicking off at $12,490 with deliveries beginning in April.