Kiwi Rider May 2024 Vol.1 | Page 16

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globally proven 650-Twin platform , the Shotgun 650 is a tribute to the culture of customisation and a new chapter in design for Royal Enfield . Commenting on the launch of the motorcycle announcement , Royal Enfield CEO B Govindarajan said , “ The Shotgun 650 is a symbol of the united pulse of the custom community , and an ode to the long-standing tradition of customising Royal Enfield motorcycles . After the overwhelming response for the Shotgun 650 Motoverse edition , we are excited to finally make the production version available for the riding community across the world and can ’ t wait to see how our riders infuse their unique styles into this exceptional motorcycle ”. The Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 blends retrofuturistic design with modern features . An LED headlamp fitted in a neo-modern nacelle stays true to the neo-retro aesthetic while offering improved visibility . The motorcycle has a digianalogue instrument cluster , which comes equipped with the Tripper navigation system and is designed to deliver all the information you need as you head out . It also features a USB charging port to keep your devices charged on the go . With the 650 Twin platform at its core , the
Shotgun 650 is loaded with a double barrel of fun . It is ergonomically optimised , with a mid-set foot position , a low 795mm seat height and an intuitive handlebar position that should give the rider a commanding sense of control , while the floating single seat is both retro and modern at the same time . The Shotgun ’ s suspension features 43mm diameter separate function big piston Showa forks on the front matched to twin tube fiveposition preload adjust shock at the back . There is a diverse range of 31 Genuine Motorcycle Accessories available for the Shotgun 650 . Designed to further highlight the aesthetic appeal of custom culture , bar end mirrors , a sculpted solo seat and contrast-cut billet rims , to name a few , are available . The lifestyle aspect is taken care of too with a range of apparel that has been developed to explore the future of the brand ’ s apparel . As with the rest of the Royal Enfield range , the Shotgun 650 range comes backed by a solid warranty which in the Shotgun ’ s case is a three-year unlimited km warranty and three years of roadside assistance .
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