Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018 vs. Moto Guzzi V7 II Stone 2015
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018
Moto Guzzi V7 II Stone 2015
Overview - Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018 vs Moto Guzzi V7 II Stone 2015
The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018 and the Moto Guzzi V7 II Stone 2015 are both naked bikes that offer unique features and characteristics.
Starting with the technical specifications, the Interceptor 650 has a slightly lower engine power of 47 HP compared to the V7 II Stone's 48 HP. However, the Interceptor has a higher torque of 52 Nm compared to the V7 II Stone's 60 Nm. Both bikes have air-cooled engines, but the Interceptor also has an oil-air cooling system. In terms of displacement, the Interceptor has a smaller engine with 648 ccm, while the V7 II Stone has a larger engine with 744 ccm.
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018
In terms of suspension, both bikes feature telescopic forks in the front. The Interceptor has a load-bearing engine frame type, while the V7 II Stone has a double cradle frame type. Both bikes have Brembo brakes in the front, but the V7 II Stone has four-piston calipers, while the Interceptor has double piston calipers.
When it comes to dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front tyre width of 100 mm and front tyre diameter of 18 inches. The rear tyre width is also the same at 130 mm, but the V7 II Stone has a slightly smaller rear tyre diameter of 17 inches compared to the Interceptor's 18 inches. The wheelbase of the Interceptor is 1400 mm, while the V7 II Stone has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1449 mm. The seat height of the Interceptor is 804 mm, while the V7 II Stone has a slightly lower seat height of 790 mm. The fuel tank capacity of the Interceptor is 13.7 liters, while the V7 II Stone has a larger fuel tank capacity of 22 liters.
In terms of strengths, the Interceptor offers an agile and refined powerplant, a cool two-cylinder sound, a comfortable seating position, stable handling, good brakes, and a successful old school look. It also has classic round instruments and a reasonable price. On the other hand, the V7 II Stone has the strengths of being individually upgradeable, having a cool look, being beginner-friendly, providing fun without pressure to perform, and being suitable for gravel roads.
Moto Guzzi V7 II Stone 2015
However, the Interceptor does have some weaknesses, such as ABS not being quite sensitive and the lack of electronic features for those who may need them. On the other hand, the V7 II Stone has weaknesses including modest performance, mediocre workmanship, and a high price for the entire kit.
In conclusion, both the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018 and the Moto Guzzi V7 II Stone 2015 have their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The Interceptor offers a more refined powerplant and a reasonable price, while the V7 II Stone provides individual upgrade options and a cool look. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018 compared to Moto Guzzi V7 II Stone 2015
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018
While the Continental GT 650 is not a completely new model visually (there is already the Conti GT 535), an Interceptor 650 with a two-cylinder engine is now coming onto the market for the first time in almost 50 years. The styling therefore skilfully reflects the flair of the 1960s, while the technology is up to date. You won't find any electronic features, but the parallel twin-cylinder engine with 48 hp and 53 Newton metres of torque is surprisingly agile and the handling is very neutral. The Brembo brake is also pleasing with good dosing and the Pirelli tyres do not show any weaknesses. The seating position is very comfortable, so if you don't want to ride your Interceptor 650 so sportily, you can cruise comfortably - it can do that very well too.
Moto Guzzi V7 II Stone 2015
Far away from the performance and elbow society, a happy person, completely at ease with himself, chugs across the country with his V7 and wonders about the horsepower armament industry and its loyal consumers. For the V7, 48 hp is enough to satisfy its drivers completely. It is about motorised locomotion, not about motorised record chasing. The aim is to broaden the horizon of life, not just by changing location, but by changing perspective and having the courage to live individually. The V7 is like an old friend you know everything about and can tell everything to. A motorbike like from the good old days.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Moto Guzzi V7 II Stone
There are a few key differences between a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018 and a Moto Guzzi V7 II Stone 2015. It takes less time to sell a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 with 13 days compared to 87 days for a Moto Guzzi V7 II Stone. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 16 reviews for the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and 3 reviews for the Moto Guzzi V7 II Stone since model year 2015. The first review for the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 was published on 28/09/2018 and now has more than 133,500 views. This compares to more than 27,000 views for the first review on Moto Guzzi V7 II Stone published on 26/09/2014.
