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UK: Royal Enfield Reveals Thunder and Lightning 650 Specials

Royal Enfield's Thunder Edition Continental GT 650. Media sourced from Royal Enfield.
Royal Enfield's Thunder Edition Continental GT 650. Media sourced from Royal Enfield.

In fine form, Royal Enfield has come out with a handful of Special Edition motorcycles to accompany the warmth and sunshine. 

Meet the Thunder Edition Continental GT 650 and Lightning Edition Interceptor 650 – two bikes with a penchant for adventure and a surprising focus on practicality. 

According to the report from MCN, both these beauty machines “include everything you need from the accessories catalogue to enjoy a weekend getaway.” 

Here’s what we’ve got for the two models:

Thunder Edition Continental GT 650 (£6659)

Royal Enfield's Thunder Edition Continental GT 650. Media sourced from Royal Enfield.
Royal Enfield’s Thunder Edition Continental GT 650. Media sourced from Royal Enfield.
  • Soft Panniers (removable)
  • Dual touring saddle
  • Compact Engine Guard
  • Compact Sump Guard
  • Tinted Fly Screen (short variety)
  • CNC-machined bar-end mirrors and oil filler cap

*The Thunder Edition Continental GT 650 will be available in mono-color, dual-color, or chrome schemes*

Lightning Edition Interceptor 650 (£6459)

Royal Enfield's Lightning Edition Interceptor 650. Media sourced from Royal Enfield.
Royal Enfield’s Lightning Edition Interceptor 650. Media sourced from Royal Enfield.
  • Soft Panniers (removable)
  • Touring saddle
  • Compact Engine Guard
  • Aluminum Sump Guard
  • Wind Screen (Tall)
  • CNC-machined oil filler cap

*The Lightning Edition Interceptor 650 will be available in mono-color, dual-color, or chrome schemes*

The Thunder Edition Continental GT 650 and Lightning Edition Interceptor 650 aren’t yet available in the Western Hemisphere, but given the popularity of her original siblings, we wouldn’t be surprised if these two sold sooner rather than later (see “available at participating dealers ‘while stocks last’”).

What is your choice of ride for the warmer weather?

*Media sourced from Royal Enfield*
  1. Lipstick on a pig.
    While RE motorcycles look good, these twin cylinder models are down on power. I understand the entry level rider thing. But they should put some development into making at least one model have some power.
    The original interceptors were top of the line motorcycles. These new bikes are dumbed down lumps in comparison.
    So why not put some effort into powering up the motors, rather than a bunch of fancy accessories and chrome .

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