Royal Enfield has officially unveiled a special 125th Anniversary Edition of the Classic 650, named the Hypershift. Priced at Rs 4,25,589 (ex-showroom), this limited-run motorcycle celebrates the brand’s heritage and will be restricted to just 125 units per key region globally.
Registrations opened on October 16, 2026, ahead of the official sale day on October 28, with customer deliveries scheduled to begin in November 2026.
Standout Design Features: ‘Hypershift’ Finish
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Color-Shifting Paintwork: The highlight of the edition is the bespoke Hypershift paint finish, which dynamically changes between shades of red, green, and gold depending on the viewing angle and ambient light.
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Heritage Accents: Inspired by Royal Enfield’s 1901 roots, the bike incorporates a brass base with gold tones across the fuel tank, side panels, mudguards, and headlamp nacelle, contrasted against blacked-out engine and exhaust components.
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Exclusive Detailing: Features hand-painted pinstripes, a commemorative cannon decal on top of the tank, and a gilded 125-year crest on the side panel.
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Vintage Styling & Features: Includes a vintage-style brown leather seat with quilted stitching, wire-spoke wheels (19-inch front, 18-inch rear), rounded mirrors, LED headlight/taillight, and a USB Type-C charging port.
Mechanical Specifications & Performance
Mechanically, the 125th Anniversary Edition remains identical to the standard Classic 650 model:
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Engine: 647.95cc, air/oil-cooled parallel-twin SOHC engine
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Output: 47 PS at 7,250 rpm and 52.3 Nm of torque at 5,650 rpm
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Transmission: 6-speed gearbox with wet multi-plate clutch
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Braking & Safety: 320 mm front disc and 300 mm rear disc with twin-piston calipers and dual-channel ABS
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Dimensions & Weight: 800 mm seat height, 154 mm ground clearance, 14.7-liter fuel tank, and a kerb weight of 243 kg
