# Royal Enfield Classic 650 Hypershift launched at Rs 4.26 lakh

2026-10-24T17:21:10+00:00 | Technology | Indian Opinion Desk

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Royal Enfield has launched the Classic 650 Hypershift in India at Rs 4.26 lakh (ex-showroom), a 125th anniversary edition limited to 125 units. The bike is mechanically identical to the standard Classic 650, with the premium paid for a colour-shifting paint that moves between red, green and gold over a brass base layer. The Hypershift is Rs 58,000 dearer than the base Classic 650 and Rs 43,500 dearer than the top Chrome variant. The 647.95cc parallel-twin engine produces 46.4hp and 52.3Nm, with a claimed top speed of 157km/h and ARAI mileage of 31kmpl. Kerb weight is 243kg, seat height 800mm. Royal Enfield lists a standard warranty of 36 months or 40,000km for the regular Classic 650, buyers are advised to check if the Hypershift gets the same cover and how bookings will be handled.

## Indian Opinion Analysis

At Rs 4.26 lakh, the Hypershift is a collector’s item rather than a rider’s buy: 125 units and a special paint that nods to Royal Enfield’s brass-era bikes. The mechanicals are unchanged from the standard Classic 650, so performance and mileage are identical. The real question for a buyer is whether the limited-run exclusivity justifies paying Rs 43,500 to Rs 58,000 more than the regular variants. Bookings details and warranty terms remain unconfirmed, so those points will determine how quickly the batch sells out.

## Coverage

- timesnownews.com <https://www.timesnownews.com/auto/bike-news/royal-enfield-classic-650-hypershift-price-top-speed-mileage-and-engine-specs-article-156398973>
  Straight specification and pricing report, no editorial slant

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