Royal Enfield is preparing to launch a new version of the Interceptor, now with a 750cc engine, and a prototype has been spotted testing on the streets of India. The new model, which should hit the market later this year, features several new features compared to the current 650cc version.
The highlight is the new 750cc parallel twin engine, which is significantly more powerful than the current 650cc. According to VisorDown, the new engine should develop around 50 horsepower and 60 Nm of torque.
In aesthetic terms, the Interceptor 750 remains faithful to the design of the 650 version, with only a few specific changes. These include new LED lights, including the rear light and circular indicators, which maintain the brand’s characteristic retro look while improving visibility.
The prototype being tested featured alloy wheels, an option that may make it into the final version. The fuel tank and side panels remain virtually unchanged.
One of the main technical novelties is the inclusion of a double-disc braking system at the front, in contrast to the single disc on the 650 version. The suspension retains the traditional configuration, with a telescopic fork at the front and double shock absorbers at the rear, similar to that used on the new Bear 650.
As far as technology is concerned, the new Interceptor 750 will incorporate a 5-inch circular TFT instrument panel, identical to the one used on the Himalayan 450. This system could include turn-by-turn navigation, phone call management and music control via Bluetooth connection.
Although prices have not yet been revealed, it is expected that the new 750 version will be marketed at a slightly higher price than the current Interceptor 650. This news comes just a few months after rumors about the development of a model based on the Continental GT 750.