Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 & Continental GT 650 Rear CEAT Zoom Cruz Tyre 130/70-18 63H – RAT00656/B Genuine OEM

Genuine Royal Enfield CEAT Zoom Cruz Rear Tyre – 130/70-18 63H – RAT00656/B

Replace the rear tyre on an appropriately equipped Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 or Continental GT 650 with the factory-specified size and matching Royal Enfield tyre reference RAT00656/B. The OEM spare-parts description identifies this revision as a CEAT 130/70-18 tubeless rear tyre; CEAT's Zoom Cruz range is offered in this size and 63H rating.

Important: This listing supplies one rear tyre only, not an inner tube, wheel, valve, rim tape or complete rear-wheel assembly. Check the marking on the physical tyre and your motorcycle's factory wheel/tyre specification before ordering. The word tubeless describes the tyre, not a guarantee that your motorcycle's rim can be operated without a tube.

Product specifications

Compatible Royal Enfield motorcycles

Year, emission standard and colour are not sufficient to establish wheel fitment by themselves. Confirm 130/70-18, rear position, load/speed rating, tyre construction and OEM part reference against your motorcycle's owner's manual or VIN-specific parts catalogue. Some Interceptor and GT 650 variants have different OE tyre brands; this part should not be treated as a one-to-one substitute for every factory tyre without checking approval.

VERY IMPORTANT: Tubeless-rated tyre vs tube-type spoked rim

Spoked rim (conventional tube-type): If your motorcycle uses the original conventional spoked wheel without a certified tubeless sealing system, fit the correctly sized inner tube and suitable rim tape. A tyre marked TL does not make an ordinary spoked rim airtight.

Factory tubeless-compatible alloy rim: The tubeless-rated tyre may be mounted without a tube only where the wheel and valve are designed and approved for tubeless service and the fitted tyre specification is correct.

Royal Enfield's Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 owner manuals specifically warn that using a tyre without an inner tube on a conventional spoked rim can cause air loss and loss of motorcycle control. Follow the motorcycle manual and professional tyre-fitter guidance. Never convert a tube-type rim to tubeless simply by omitting the tube.

What does 130/70-18 63H mean?

• 130 – nominal tyre section width in millimetres.
• 70 – aspect ratio; sidewall height is nominally 70% of the width.
• 18 – required rim diameter in inches.
• 63H – tyre load and speed service description; match or exceed the motorcycle manufacturer's prescribed service rating, subject to approval.
• Rear – this tyre is intended for the rear wheel, not the 100/90-18 front tyre position.

CEAT Zoom Cruz tyre design

CEAT describes the Zoom Cruz pattern as having a dual centre groove, progressive circumferential shoulder grooves and lateral drainage grooves intended to assist ride comfort, handling and water evacuation. These are manufacturer's general product-design claims, not guaranteed stopping distances, wet-weather performance figures or mileage promises. Actual grip and tyre life depend on inflation pressure, load, road surface, riding style and maintenance.

Package contents

You receive: 1 × rear CEAT tyre identified by Royal Enfield reference RAT00656/B and supplied with the corresponding tyre size and approved specification.

Not included: front tyre, inner tube, rim tape, wheel/rim, spoke set, valve/stem, rear sprocket, bearings, balancing weights, tyre levers, or installation/balancing service. No claims about a specific production week or batch date are made without inspection of the physical stock.

Pre-installation checklist and fitting guidance

1. Read the sidewall size, load/speed marking, TL/TT marking and tyre rotation arrow on the delivered tyre.
2. Confirm the wheel is an approved 18-inch rear rim with the proper rim width and tube/tubeless configuration.
3. Inspect the tyre's manufacture date, sidewall and bead for damage before fitting.
4. For tube-type spoke rims, fit the correct new or serviceable inner tube, inspect rim tape and ensure no exposed spokes can damage the tube.
5. For approved tubeless rims, inspect the valve, rim sealing surface and bead seats; use the appropriate valve assembly.
6. Use a trained tyre technician with appropriate mounting and balancing equipment; do not damage the tyre bead during installation.
7. Follow the tyre's directional marking, ensure proper bead seating, balance the rear wheel and recheck alignment and brake clearance.
8. Inflate using the motorcycle manufacturer's pressures for solo or pillion/load conditions, checking pressure cold; do not assume the maximum sidewall pressure is the recommended operating pressure.
9. After installation, check for leaks and inspect pressure regularly, particularly before extended trips.

Signs that a rear tyre needs inspection or replacement

• Tread reaches the legal/manufacturer replacement threshold or the tread-wear indicators.
• Visible cracks, cuts, bulges, embedded objects or sidewall damage.
• Frequent loss of air pressure or evidence of bead, tube or valve leakage.
• Uneven or squared-off wear that affects handling.
• Damage found during a tyre shop inspection, even if substantial tread remains.

Tyre replacement is safety-critical. Do not continue riding on a visibly damaged tyre or rely on the product listing as an alternative to a technician's inspection.

Other components commonly checked during rear-tyre replacement

Frequently asked questions

1. Is RAT00656/B a rear tyre or a whole rear wheel?

It is one rear CEAT tyre, not a wheel/rim assembly, wheel bearing kit or complete rear-wheel assembly.

2. Is the tyre size 130/70-18?

Yes. The exact OEM description records 130/70-18; confirm the same marking on the delivered tyre sidewall.

3. Does it fit the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650?

The Interceptor 650 is specified with a 130/70-18 63H rear tyre in the official manual. Confirm your specific variant, original tyre reference and wheel before ordering.

4. Does it fit Continental GT 650?

The Continental GT 650 owner manual also lists 130/70-18 63H rear tyre options. Confirm the exact factory configuration and your vehicle variant.

5. Is this tyre tubeless?

The exact RAT00656/B OEM parts entry says tubeless. The CEAT Zoom Cruz 130/70-18 63H TL tyre is tubeless-rated, but wheel suitability must be checked separately.

6. Can I use this without a tube on my spoke wheels?

No, not on conventional tube-type spoked rims. Royal Enfield requires an inner tube on those wheels even if the tyre itself is marked tubeless.

7. Can I use this on factory alloy wheels?

Only when the alloy rim is factory-approved for tubeless mounting and this tyre size and service description are permitted for the vehicle.

8. Does this tyre include an inner tube?

No. This listing is for the tyre only. Buy the appropriate tube separately if your wheel requires one.

9. Does it include the valve or rim tape?

No. Valves, tubes, rim tape and other fitting consumables are not represented as supplied.

10. Is it the same as the front tyre?

No. The original 650 twin front size is commonly 100/90-18; this 130/70-18 product is for the rear.

11. What is the tyre load and speed rating?

The matching CEAT Zoom Cruz rear tyre is marked 63H. Check the physical sidewall before installation and match the motorcycle manufacturer’s requirements.

12. Will it fit a Super Meteor 650 or Shotgun 650?

Not confirmed. Those motorcycles have different factory tyre specifications; do not order this part based only on the 650 engine capacity.

13. Can it fit a different bike with an 18-inch rear wheel?

Do not assume so. Rim width, section width, clearances, vehicle approval, load/speed rating and mounting type must all be checked.

14. Does the /B suffix matter?

Yes. RAT00656/B is the specified OEM revision. Do not assume older or alternate suffixes are identical without EPC confirmation.

15. Is this CEAT Zoom Cruz tyre bias or radial?

CEAT identifies the matching Zoom Cruz 130/70-18 63H TL product as a bias-construction tyre.

16. What tyre pressure should I use?

Use your motorcycle owner manual’s cold rear tyre pressure for your configuration and loading. Do not inflate to the tyre sidewall maximum simply because it is printed there.

17. Is this tyre suitable for international shipping?

Tyre transport eligibility, dimensional charges and destination import rules vary by courier and country. Confirm shipping options before ordering internationally.

18. Is this a pair of tyres?

No. Quantity 1 means one rear tyre; the front tyre is purchased separately.

19. Can you guarantee a recent manufacturing date?

A specific week/year is batch-dependent and cannot be guaranteed without checking the available physical stock and sidewall date marking.

20. What should I verify before ordering?

Confirm OEM reference RAT00656/B, rear 130/70-18 size, 63H rating, wheel type and tube requirements, plus the bike’s exact variant and factory manual.

Important purchasing and safety information

Tyres and related wheel parts must be selected and installed accurately. Confirm size, load/speed rating, wheel compatibility, tyre marking, and the original OEM reference before ordering. A tyre that has been fitted, inflated, damaged or otherwise used may be subject to special return limitations under the store policy and applicable law. Refer to Under The Hood's published policies for the actual terms. Keep a complete unboxing video for any damage or wrong-item claim.

Under The Hood supplies Royal Enfield spares for customers in India and overseas. If a customer is uncertain about spoke versus alloy wheel configuration, they should provide the motorcycle model, manufacturing year and clear wheel/old-tyre photographs before choosing the part.

Note: Tyre branding, tread pattern and batch identification should be cross-checked with physical stock before dispatch. Published past MRP is not represented as a current selling price.