A new custom motorcycle based on the Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 has been unveiled in the United States at The One Motorcycle Show, called the Reload 650.
The motorcycle was created by See See Motorcycles and built by former AMA racer Thor Drake.
Inspired by 1980s AMA Race Bikes
The Reload 650 takes heavy inspiration from 1980s AMA racing motorcycles and gets a much more aggressive and retro race-bike design compared to the standard Shotgun 650.
The custom-built features:
- Boxy rear tail section
- Solo-seat setup
- Upright handlebar layout
- Five-spoke Morris wheels
- 2-into-1 S&S race exhaust
The rear section especially gives the bike a proper old-school superbike appearance.
Upgraded Hardware
Apart from the visual transformation, the Reload 650 also gets:
- Upgraded suspension setup
- Wide handlebars with risers
- Race-inspired ergonomics
Despite the sporty styling, the handlebar setup gives the bike a more relaxed riding position than a traditional cafe racer.
Based on the Shotgun 650 Platform
The motorcycle continues to use the 648cc parallel-twin engine from the standard Royal Enfield Shotgun 650, although the company has not revealed any major engine performance upgrades for the custom build.
Final Take
The Reload 650 is another reminder of how versatile the Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 platform has become for custom builders around the world. Instead of going for a traditional bobber or café racer look, this build leans heavily into vintage AMA race-bike styling, and honestly, it looks like something straight out of an old endurance racing paddock from the 1980s.
