Classic Legends finally pulls the covers off the much-anticipated BSA Scrambler 650, priced aggressively from Rs 3.25 lakh ex-showroom (Delhi). Built on the proven Gold Star 650 platform, this retro scrambler undercuts Royal Enfield Bear 650 by Rs 50,000 while offering 19-inch front wheel and rugged styling for urban trails.

Shared DNA, Scrambler Soul
Identical 652cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder as Gold Star 650:

45hp @ 6,500rpm

55Nm @ 4,000rpm (peak torque king)

6-speed gearbox (vs Bear 650’s 6-speed)

Key scrambler upgrades:

Feature Gold Star 650 Scrambler 650
Front Wheel 18-inch 19-inch
Tyres Road-biased CEAT Crossrad
Fender Low High-mount
Seat Height 810mm 820mm
Ground Clearance 174mm 187mm
Hardware Breakdown
Suspension:

41mm telescopic forks (138mm travel)

Twin shocks (127mm rear travel)

Braking:

320mm front disc / 255mm rear disc

Dual-channel ABS

Ergonomics:

Dry weight: 208kg

12L fuel tank

Wheelbase: 1,465mm

Styling:

High-mount front fender + fork gaiters

’65’ side panel graphics

LED headlight (optional grille)

Round LCD cluster

Aggressive Pricing Matrix
Variant Ex-Showroom Delhi Colors
Raven Black Rs 3,24,950 Base
Victor Yellow Rs 3,32,950 Mid
Thunder Grey Rs 3,40,950 Top
Head-to-Head: BSA vs RE Bear 650
Parameter BSA Scrambler 650 RE Bear 650
Parameter BSA Scrambler 650 RE Bear 650
Engine 652cc Single 648cc Parallel Twin
Power 45hp 46.8hp
Torque 55Nm 56.5Nm
Weight 208kg (dry) 216kg (wet)
Front Wheel 19-inch 19-inch
Price Rs 3.25-3.41L Rs 3.76-3.98L
BSA Advantages: Lower price, single-cylinder grunt, lighter weight
RE Advantages: Twin refinement, USD forks, 6-speed gearbox

Strategic Market Play
Rs 50k price advantage positions BSA as value leader in premium retro-scrambler segment. 19-inch CEAT Crossrad tyres (vs UK Pirelli) optimize mixed-surface grip for Indian conditions. 4-year warranty matches RE’s coverage.

Classic Legends strikes back: Single-cylinder torque + aggressive pricing challenges RE’s twin dominance. Scrambler 650 redefines 650cc value.