Thanks Richard. I can’t help being natural, which hopefully brings out the true emotions I feel at that point in time. Unlike some of those scripted reviews or those with voice overs, by some “entitled” bigger channels, I am sure you know who I mean 😉😂
Great video dude, love it when you ride roads I'm familiar with I feel like I'm almost riding along with you. Looking forward to when you get yourself one.
Thank you. After my initial set off with the throttle 🙄 all was well. A totally different animal than Clementine, with an equally different throttle response 😂
Looks lovely Ian. I tried a CB 500F last week, it was tiny like a 125 size. Smooth as anything though, there are so many good bikes around now, its difficult to choose. Thanks for the ride out👍
Thanks Simon, I think mid capacity bikes are the way forward now. Nowhere to really use powerful bikes other than on the track, roads are far too busy. Cheers
@smallbikesrool9581 out of curiosity, I had a look on Autotrader….do you mean the Scrambler 400 ? Not something I have seen, but can’t find one newer than 2019, and that has over 6000 miles, and still priced at £4690. I know which I would buy, and it isn’t the Ducati 😉
So, Ian, I've watched a couple of other videos about the Guerrilla, with a slightly jaundiced eye, I admit, because I love my air-cooled Classic 350, and I'm just slightly uncomfortable with the thought of RE moving into water-cooled territory - perhaps modernizing a bit too much, ya know? Still... Even though the engine, radiator, and exhaust on this bike look ugly (to my eye), your effusive, unbridled joy expressed while riding it makes me think that I should add one to the shed when it is available here in the USA. No other review that I've watched had me thinking like that. Thusly, Royal Enfield should spot you one. I would bet that you've sold more than a few of them for them with that review. Thank you for the video! FG Rides in Pennsylvania, USA
Thanks for this lovely comment. Roger from the shop, rang me yesterday, to say that the uk marketing team had watched my video on the office television, and thought it was really good, so much so, they contacted him………they haven’t contacted me yet to have a “long term” demo bike, which is a shame 🙄. I think the manufacturers only work with creators who have 10k plus subscribers, though I think they are missing a trick, as those guys only ride them a couple of times and produce a couple of vids at the most. Hey-ho, I will just keep doing what I’m doing. Thank you.
Good to see you have a bit of fun that being the thing here ,yes it costs very little yes it is good on fuel but it goes well and handles great so reaffirms that this makes a dam good all round bike for moderate running costs ,bit of a winner, 👍
Great watch Ian. Thanks. Off to count my pennies in my piggy bank. I have a RE 350 which I enjoy getting out on but maybe room for another bike. I was thinking about the Shotgun but this bike seems like it might be more fun.
Thanks Hugh. Definitely more “fun” than the grown up Shotgun. Can really chuck it about in the twisties. Get it in the right gear going into a bend, and power out, just like the old days, but still not at silly speeds.
@@hughgardiner2247Mark Belringer on Youube in NZ🇳🇿 has a bunch of Royal Enfields & got RE videos going back several years way before RE 650 came out.HE got the new Himmy 450 & rides it on the back shingle(gravel) roads around Taranaki but been all over NZ🇳🇿 on different Royal Enfields.A Himmy 450 be a good edition in NZ🇳🇿 if live near any shingle roads. Mark's videos are really good & HE even takes tours over the back gravel roads through tunnels near Whanganui. Gorilla is very peppy.
A right wee hooligan bike I think. Reminds me of my '76 RD400. Pushing late 60s now. Maybe the bike to finish my two wheeled career. NC starting to feel a bit heavy now. But I do love it. Great review.
Thanks William. Definitely takes me back to those days, I had a RD400E, rode it like an idiot 🤦♂️. You know my thoughts, whether it is good for long distance work, only time will tell, but certainly lighter than the NC. At the price, buy the Guerrilla as a stablemate, and ween yourself off the NC 😂
looks like you had a great time Ian! Love the hidden dip 😳 - Uncle Stu would not approve of you having such fun, although I thought I heard a Stu-ism "but you can make use of it all" 😝😉. I have to say, purely circumstantially but none the less it's what I've seen, most RE owners are at the upper echelons of the age spectrum reliving their and their fathers youth. Different case in their domestic market perhaps.
Thanks ice. The camera really doesn’t show the severity of the hidden dip. When I rode the Himi 450 (2nd video), I forgot it was there, which made me giggle as I went over it a bit quick 😂. Couldn’t really tell you if uncle Stu came out with that, as I have pretty much stopped watching the self important p***k ! Yes, most of us RE owners have been round the clock a bit, but I think this would attract a younger rider, especially in India, but as you know, it is too much of a pain in the rear (and wallet) for many of our youth’s to be bothered over here sadly. Cheers
I liked it all especially at the end where you said the jobs you might do and I can tell mentally you’ve already bought one 😂🏆good for you. A real boost for you well done 😎
Thanks Mark. I have been looking at whether it will fit in our van, I might have to buy some folding mirrors, Tourtech do some tidy ones……..so yes, mentally it’s already here 😂
That was fun! I have always admired the Husqvana Svartpilen 401, but I think that the R.E. Guerrilla might be my new favourite single. I definitely approve of the sound, with the stock exhaust. The Guerilla seems great apart form possibly burning a bit of diesel apparently. Let's face it, we don't need to be going any faster around the lanes.
Thanks Gap. The beauty of the Guerrilla, is all the power is usable. No point in having a 100+bhp when road conditions/traffic/speed restrictions hinder progress, which only frustrates. It’s a great bike.
Evening Ian 😊 Mrs Ainsworth is enjoying this her latest comment was after you just said. James it's a bloody good bike was, well that's going to cost me, 😂😂😂
Making room for another bike 🏍 is HE.I like the Black & Yellow colour scheme.It's like you said Ian the power is all usable & a fun bike. The Himmy 450 be good if interested in gravel road exploring which will good in NZ 🇳🇿 with lot's of gravel roads.AEW is a great brand for the price.
I must say, I’m seriously impressed with this bike too! Maybe one will find its way into my fleet? I’m keeping my fingers crossed that you will be able to get one soon!
Lovely review, and nice to see out on the UK roads. The yellow on tank does look more splendid in your film. A mini hooliganism on the go……fantastic. Do like this too. But spending a wade O ££, on getting rear garden dug out and patio done, then add a log cabin, with electric.😊
Am hoping to do so. But it’s a 2 and half hours to Edinburgh. To test. There is a brand new dealer in Perth, will get in touch with them. It’s hour and half away.😊 Glad you enjoyed Ian. The enjoyable vibes were pleasant all the way throughout, and nice that you did take seat off at the end.😊
I bet you can’t wait Keith….get it run in asap, then let this little beauty fly. Very envious…please come back and let us know what you think, will be nice to hear an owners point of view 😎Cheers
Well what a lovely bike , watching your video it’s like your riding 750 , it looks a fun bike and good sound and as usual Enfield deliver on the paint scheme. It looks like you had a very good time, I don’t blame you not wanting to take it back .😊👍🏍️
It really is, now I just need to figure out how to get one 😉, my kidneys aren’t great,so I can’t really sell one, and I am not built right to stand on street corners 😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield My father used to say “Where there’s a will, there’s a way.” But having lived as long as I have, i feel the truth lies more in “a penny saved is a penny earned.” I traded a deployment bag full of old military stuff to a guy for some bike parts, but i don’t think Royal Enfield would know what to do with that kit. 😂
Bloody hell Ian. Sold to the man from Lancashire. What a bike. Awsome. The only modification you will need to do is apply some superglue to that throttle. Glad you enjoyed the bike as i did with your video. Ride safe, Bfn Mike , Sunny Wales. (i wish. cold/windy at present).
😂 thanks Mike. Weather due to change here in Cheshire this afternoon and overnight. We have just taken the awning down, as we head off home tomorrow, after 18 nights and 3 different caravan sites. Had a great time 🤗
Btw, we are at Barmouth arriving Sunday 13th October, leaving early on the 17th October. Would be good to meet you if you are available, either out and about, or you could pop down to us for a brew (obviously weather dependent). We will be at Hendre Mynach Touring Park.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield Sounds good to me. Can make it Monday 14th or Weds 16th ,for a brew. No bike sorry. in for a service What day/time is best for you. Look forward to meeting you both. Bfn Mike. Bring some sunshine please .
How about Monday the 14th at about 10.30am - 11.00am. If you email me at inter650taoh@gmail.com I will pass on my phone number, so you can ring upon arrival.
Nice one Ian. Video quality was 5 stars on my I pad. I must try one of these 450 Enfields. I rode a Triumph 400x last week for an hour on a variety of roads and although it was a very appealing bike I found it too buzzy at certain road speeds. Even with only 39 bhp it really made progress.
Well, looks like competition for Clementine, hope you do manage to get one, hows about talking to Roger regarding 1st first dibs on that demo bike? Cheers, Enfield Lovers, MALTA.
Morning Dino. The demo bike was provided by RE themselves, so will have to go back at some point. Besides, as it was used on the Spanish launch, it would have been thrashed from day one 🫣😂. No competition for Clementine, it would be an addition. Cheers
Cheers for this Ian, it looks and sounds quite a bike! We're off to Tuscany tomorrow on the big silver bird, but rest assured I'll be ringing Smalley Cross when we get back, to organise my own little test ride. Thanks buddy.
Thanks Martin. I hope you have a great holiday. Let me know when you have ridden the Guerrilla, as you can tell, I really enjoyed it. It does love to be revved, very un Royal Enfield like 😂
I am in similar situation as you, Ian .. Had many bikes over the years, including the naughty boy cbr 600 and ultimate naughty boy from the 80's - GPz 900r Ninja .. But with years passing, the speed and power feel - meh .. Something that feels good, it's comfortable and puts a smile on your face .. That a good bike, not the 100+ hp speck sheet.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield Unfortunately, I am in a small country with a small RE dealer, they don't have test bikes at all.. The only brands that I know of here to have test bikes are Honda and Kymco and only some models.
@Stefan_trekkie that’s a shame. As you can tell, I love the Guerrilla, but wouldn’t want someone buying one just off my thoughts, as we are all different.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield That is why I am thinking about it carefully and somehow trying to find test rides.. Because I've both the classic two years ago but did not like and exchange it for a cheap bike + money. Loved the engine..
Enjoyed watching that Ian , despite having to watch it in three parts ,I kept getting bloody interrupted 🙄,and it's obvious you really enjoyed doing this video alright! 😆I can't afford one myself yet either, but I'm looking forward to a test ride and deciding what to sell to get one, but it won't be my Classic 350! 🤔 Cheers Mel 🍻
Hi Mel……interruptions whilst trying to watch my video, that’ll never do 😂. Mind you it was a long one, and would have been even longer had I not cut loads out 🤔. When you do get on one, you are going to love it. Bloody fantastic 😎 Cheers
Ooo no, don’t do that 😂 Telly always best 😉. At some point in the not too distant future, I will compile a video of just the country lanes from this long one, and it will be in 2.7k not the 1080p here.
Thanks Nev. From what little I have seen of the Triumph, the Guerrilla looks more substantial. I admit, I haven’t really taken to the looks of the baby Triumphs, don’t know why though 🤔
Hi Ian, see what you mean about the colour looks a lot nicer in the daylight. Goes well & i thought it sounded nice..Always had a soft spot for off road style bikes, like you i had a crf 250l 2019 model but always had to keep it nailed to keep the momentum going even on the slightest climb but this bike belies its size. Cheers Baz
So, are we to take it that you like this bike, Ian? 🤣After watching the video through, I replayed it at 1.75 speed, just for fun; talk about a blast - looked like you were having an absolute ball! 👍 I'll have to get a ride on one when they get released here in Oz.
Definitely Chris, and definitely get on one. Proper old school riding really suits the revvy, (but vibe free) character of the engine. There should be a section in the instructions that say…..”before entering a bend, knock it down a gear or two, scratch the foot pegs, and power out” 😎😂 just as we did back in the day. Do you remember when I rode the Hornet 750, I made a “Just the fun bits”video, wellI will do the same with the footage from this 😂 I am guessing it’s like the TT at +1.75 🫣 Cheers
No doubt. A wonderful subscriber, has kindly offered to let me have a ride on his Speed 400, so I will be taking him up on this, probably mid September. 👍
It looks like you’ve found your next play mate….mate🤣 Man and machine in perfect harmony. That looks a bloody good bike Ian. I think the big Suzuki will have to go for something more comfortable on long rides. Maybe a Himalayan based on how highly you rate the 450 engine🤔🤣
Thanks Mark. It would be an addition, couldn’t get rid of Clementine, Ann would divorce me 😂. Don’t let me influence you in any way 🤔 but both 450’s are worthy of a demo ride 🫣😂
I guess it depends what their expectations are. It’s a 450cc liquid cooled single weighing in at 189kgs (ish). I know I was just cruising at 70mph on the motorway in the video, but I did whip it up to about 85mph on the section I edited out, it is also rock stable at those speeds. It’s fun in the twisties, copes with faster moving traffic, like no other Enfield has (with the exception of the Himi 450). Handles superbly considering our awful roads. Has a comfortable riding position and seat. Nothing not to like or be underwhelmed about I my humble opinion. 😉
I just endured their evaluation……I have the opinion the chap wasn’t too keen 😂 I left a lengthy reply. I think they see themselves as influencers, so I think viewers needed a second opinion, and pointed them to my review. It was a bit rude of me, and something I wouldn’t ordinarily do, but as he was slating it, I wanted to balance it up. Thanks for pointing it out to me 👍
Hi Chad, having owned an Interceptor previously for 3 years, I can say, that they are fantastic bikes…..but this manages to do something extra. I will hopefully be taking it on a much longer ride mid September, and can’t wait 😉 Cheers
Mint video blud makes me really want to buy one but I don't think Jennifer would be impressed I've only had the Honda 3 weeks, but that's a great bike also bro.
Of the modern Chinese bikes I have seen and ridden, they have improved massively. The Moto Morini Seiemmezzo 650 is a belter, the Benelli TRK702 isn’t bad either.
You were clearly having fun and good for you. Can the hooligan be ridden more sedately when all you want is a cruise through country lanes to smell the grass on a Sunday afternoon? How does it compare with teh Interceptor? Great video. Love your enthusiasm. thank you.
Morning Arthur. Yes, it can easily be ridden sedately, and would be pure joy to just bimble around the lanes. As for a comparison, the Guerrilla is more fun than the Interceptor, and just as capable. The riding position, the comfortable seat the tractable engine are way better than the Interceptor in my opinion. The Interceptor wins on Classic looks, but having been there for 3 years, I would have the Guerrilla over the Interceptor now. Cheers
Simple answer Keith, yes. The only bit I am not that fussed with, is the RE logo on the tank, and if it bothered me too much, I would just take it off and get a yellow one made up as they are only stuck on. 😎 Cheers
Well that was a cracking video. I remember that in Bike mag too and its still true today. The bike looks stunning, awesome colour way and well built too. Enjoyed the exhaust sound, with the little pops on the overrun. I think I can safely say you enjoyed riding it. Which is great coz it adds to the positive vibe of the video and its energy; well done you. One question Ian if i may. can you remember what revs the bike was pulling at 70 on the M6 please? Really enjoyed this video Ian; thanx for sharing it bud. Take care both off you.
Morning Neil. I still have that issue of Bike Mag, it featured and was referring to the Laverda 500 Montjuic, I always wanted one of those 😉. I did a shortened version of this video, just so I could watch the fun bits 😂. As for the revs, tbh, I can’t remember, but will have a look at the raw (and longer) footage to see if I can see it on there. I can tell you it wasn’t struggling, and there was plenty more, I did take it another 10mph, but there was too much traffic to play silly buggers, so that was fast enough. Cheers
@@ianhughesroyalenfield Yes, they were great bikes. quite a few proddy races used them; i remember seeing them at Croft, our local race track with novices wearing the orange jacket. Just curious about the revs at 70, it seems one hell of a bike. Thanx Ian
Seems to make s good noise and you seem to enjoy the feel of the bike, how do you rate the fuel capacity? The single offset clock offends my desire for symetry it would be fab with a pair of round screens one could be a sat nav trip computer with a nice screen of a good size would float my boat and of course any true northerner wants to know the mpg given thevtank is on the smaller side.
Calculating from figures given by RE on Google search, I reckon, estimating a bit under what they claim, about 192 miles per tank. Not great, but we are fortunate enough to have a few petrol stations scattered about. Just need to brim it every time to maximise it. Yes the off set clock used to bug me too, but not so much anymore. The base model has an analog speedo, with tripper next to it (unsure if that is a standard fitment though, so don’t quote me on it). The dealer, Roger, has said I can take it out again, all day if needed, so will probably have a look at the mpg then. 👍 Though like I said in the video, it doesn’t bother me, after about 100 miles my knackered body is ready for a break, so a petrol station would be the ideal place 😉
Hi Ian, I had my test ride on the Guerilla and really enjoyed it, was surprised how quick it is. Had a ride on the speed 400 today gound the throttle a bit snatchy at low revs, going to have another ride on the Guerilla then decide which one to get, they are both good bikes.
Well Malcolm, I only went and bought a Guerrilla, now in the early stages of running in, but thoroughly enjoying it. I also rode the Speed 400, which was owned by a subscriber. It only had 77 miles on it, so couldn’t give it any, but although it was a nice bike, it didn’t grab me like the Guerrilla did. If you have a look at my latest vids, you will get an idea of how it goes up in the Lakes, even at running in speeds 😎 Good luck, and keep me in the loop 😉
@@ianhughesroyalenfieldHi Ian, I've watched your video round the lakes, stunning scenery, lovely roads for bikes, congratulations on the purchase of your Guerilla, looking forward to following your adventures. Hopefully I'll get another test ride on a Guerilla this week if we get a dry day 🤞. I'll keep you posted.
It would be unfair for me to post an opinion of two up plus luggage, when I haven’t ridden this way, it would just be a guess. Perhaps have a look on a Facebook (or similar) group and ask the question. Rear racks and pannier brackets aren’t available yet here in the uk, though some owners are buying from India. If pushed for an answer, you can tour on anything, but I would suggest there are better bikes out there for the job. Even the Himalayan 450, which shares the same engine and other components, but the ecu is mapped differently……obviously the Himi 450 stands taller, so if I was you, I would take a test ride on both, preferably two up, to give you an idea. Hope this helps.
Morning Ian, great review. What did it do to the gallon?🤔😉😉🤣🤣🤣!! Hoping to have a road to test this week when my dealer gets his demo bike in. If its as good as it looks and my back approves I'm having one no question!!! 🎉🙂👍
365,000 mpg 😂 As for the back Jonathan, as you know, mine is iffy at best. I actually did about one and a half hours, on various roads (cut a fair bit out in editing), and I was fresh as you like when I returned to the shop. No numb bum, no elbow ache, or back and hip ache……bloody brilliant 😎 Cheers
If they could get a sneaky way of disguising the liquid cooling (better than the BSA) maybe they could make a 450 cc Classic? Or, if they kept it air-cooled, even a 525cc old-school engine for a classic? It would be a fast bike, but a rider could ‘step on-it’ so to speak, and pass a lorry blocking a lane on a hill with confidence.
Great video Ian but I still can't quite work out whether you liked the Guerrilla or not .....😁😁😁😁As I was watching your video, I noticed that I was rapidly turning green ....... with envy 😊I'm eagerly awaiting a call from my dealer to say they've received a demo Guerrilla, any day now I hope. I really like the look of this machine and even though it's water cooled they've still managed to make that engine look a bit 60s/70s. I too rode the new Himy, a few weeks ago, and was very impressed, especially the pull from that engine and the seamless transmission ....... much like my Hntr 350. By the way, your dad has good taste, I never owned one but always fancied a BSA Shooting Star or Victor ........ a lovely 440/500 single! I'd have one today but now RE have brought out the Guerrilla 450, I need look no further 👍👍Again, great review along the sorts of roads I love. Cheers, Phil (Somerset)
Hi Phil, I tried not to make it too obvious, but failed miserably 😂. I thought the Himi 450 was great, but preferred everything about the Guerrilla. The power delivery/grunt was more apparent, possibly down to the different gearing due to the smaller wheels and different sprockets. Whatever it is, it makes the Guerrilla so much fun. Still need to make sure you are in the right gear going into the bend then power out. Proper old school riding, as opposed to just leaving it in one gear…….damn it was good. See, I can’t even shut up about in the comments 🫣😂 Dad sold the Shooting Star when I was on the way, an unplanned inconvenience 🤦♂️😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield You seem like a nice guy, Ian, but I'd have been tempted to have you adopted and buy another Shooting Star, fair play to your dad though! 😆You can probably tell, I don't have kids 😂😂Talking of grunt, when I test rode the Himi, as you powered out of a village into a 60, it kind of reminded me of something like a big BSA single ....... absolutely fabulous!!! Like you, I've had a few bikes including a Hayabusa and a Kwak ZZR1400 and I can say that for real world roads bigger is certainly not necessarily better. Happy riding Ian and lets hope you soon receive an unexpected cheque, through the post, for £5,050 😁😁
@PAGallagher that made me laugh 😂 I have always told my dad that I would have happily spent my baby years in a bottom drawer, but his dreams live on in me. When I was 16, he helped me to buy a Suzuki AP50, much to my mother’s horror…..and that’s when it all started. Dad is 89 this year, and sadly gets a bit confused, but he was pleased when I took the Guerrilla to show him. He said he preferred the new BSA Goldstar (I took that to show him when in a test ride too). My last “big” bike was a Yamaha Tracer 900, fantastic engine, excellent handling, but bloody boring, no character at all. Happier riding my Classic 350, and would be even happier if that cheque came through 😉😂 Cheers
@@ianhughesroyalenfield Ah yes, the AP50, the motorbike that was also unconvincingly pretending to be a moped ...... brilliant idea! My first bike was a BSA C15, I thought it was fantastic ........ especially after a push bike 😊Coincidentally, I currently have an XSR 900 (2020) have to admit I do like it in it's black livery with gold wheels but realistically the engine is too much for most roads as you'll know. Similarly, I really enjoy just blatting around the B roads and lanes on the Hntr ....... 20 BHP seems to be enough for most situations but 40BHP would be good, if you know what I mean? 😁😁👍👍 Keep your eye on that letterbox ....... 😊
@PAGallagher I like the styling of the XSR, and that triple engine sounds awesome with a “naughty” exhaust. Of course you are right though, the 40hp Guerrilla is more than enough for today’s roads, especially when we prefer to ride the back lanes, than the manic A roads. Secretly I have added a “Thanks” button to my channel now that I qualify for it, but I haven’t mentioned it, as I don’t want people to think I am begging 😂. I am trying to save my UA-cam earnings for the deposit, it may take a while 🙄😂
I think Clementine might class this enthusiasm as two timing 😅. It's like you've got the power of your interceptor back! Whether that's a good thing or a bad thing depends on how many speeding fines you may get in the future 😂. I really like it and more than the speed 400 I was once considering buying.🙂
😂, Clementine is in the van, she saw my ride off on the Guerrilla, but when I returned, I had a good talk with her, she is ok now 🤗. To be honest, it feels quicker than the Interceptor, and more nimble than the Interceptor too. I would have to be careful on main roads where the fuzz hang out, but the other roads are fair game 😎😂 Cheers
Get that bike and call Trevor Langfield at Highpower Systems up and he'll make that thing a super-rocket. I may get one of these in a few years. Currently with a Continental GT and it's a fantastic bike.
Nice (but long) video. Thanks for this. How is it at 2,000-3,000 rpm? Happy or too low of rpm as not enough torque? I’m someone who likes to ride in low rpm’s.
Thanks. It was long because it was a long ride. Mainly because I was test riding it for me, I just brought you guys along for the ride 😉 The Guerrilla is quite high revving, you need to be in the right gear for the circumstances if that makes sense. Basically, it won’t like 30mph in 6th gear, nor 5th for that matter, it will bog down, meaning you would have to drop down a gear or two for the bike to be comfortable. I made reference to early 80’s bikes, as you had to ride them like that too, you have to work the gears. It’s not a bike to just leave in 5th or 6th and bimble along at low revs, so maybe not the bike for you. This is just my opinion, you really need to take one out, to see what you think. Hope this helps.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield My mate in Montferrat has the classic EFI 500 Indian Enfield. I love the British look but this reminds me of a Honda. If I had money I'd buy one. I just bought a 1966 Lambretta with a 200cc racing engine to join my Fireblade RRY. I still have to rebuild my BSA B40 SS90.
As some people were complaining about the vibes, I took it out again, to try and find them. ua-cam.com/video/d0CTpwLbuvc/v-deo.htmlsi=ZC9E397wVBSrcmec at the most there was a slight tingle, which was hardly worth mentioning. I can’t remember how quick I was going though 😉
@@ianhughesroyalenfieldthx! That second ride is the Himalayan though. Does that make a difference in terms of vibrations? I am only 175m and find the Himalayan a bit too big for me. Also the flickability of the guerrilla seems better for traffic jam cruising
Oh bugger, I am really sorry……on my iPad, the photo is tiny, so I got mixed up 😂. Right, start again. I can honestly say that I haven’t noticed any vibes on the Guerrilla. I didn’t do 90mph (well not quite), but cruising at 70mph (and a bit) was easy, and comfortable. The bike impressed me so much, that I have gone and bought one for myself, still running in, but loving every minute.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield thanks again. Intended partial highway usage makes me think the Honda cl500 (two cylinders) make me think that might be the better choice hence the questions :) I do like the looks of the blue gorilla one and read and see only good things!
😂 I admit I enjoy getting a wriggle on when the opportunity arises 😎 The Guerrilla takes me back to my youth. Those bonkers days on my Honda 400/4’s, Honda VF400FD and Yam RD400 😂 Cheers
You mentioned Ian on a few occasions that the bike was small unfortunately I'm not, being a few inches taller and a few stone heavier, than your good self, so it might not suit me.
Oh dear Ian, it is definitely small in stature (at least to me, but no-one else has mentioned it), but you can get a taller, flat seat (which looks really good actually), though I don’t know how it would affect the whole riding triangle thing. Still worthy of a test ride though 😉
It looks like a nice motorcycle, and it is decently priced in third world countries like India and England. Where I live in Europe I can get a Suzuki SV650 at the same price. The choice is not difficult.
@@ianhughesroyalenfieldwe were in the area last Wednesday on our way to the Ponderosa. I dislike motorways too and didn’t enjoy crowded A500 either. By choice I would have gone over country lanes via Congleton to get to Nantwich
@derbyshireruralrider9398 we were still in Nantwich then, back home now. I too dislike busy roads, it was nice to get back to riding some quiet Cheshire lanes…….😎
Morning Nick, I am still working on it, desperately trying to get the finances sorted 🙄😂 In the meantime, I hope to take the demo out on a longer ride next week 😎
It could well be Julian, it had done nearly 500 miles when I started out. Being as it was one of the demo bikes from the Spanish Launch, it would have been thrashed from the first turn of the key 😂
Morning Tom. To me it is more fun than the Interceptor. Lighter weight, sharper steering, better punch when coming out of corners. Doesn’t sound as good, doesn’t look classy. The Interceptor feels more grown up in comparison. 😎
Honestly, my buttocks were absolutely fine, no pain in the lower back either, no pain in the hip (as on standard Interceptor Seat 😢). When I returned, there wasn’t any numbness anywhere.
Not ridden a baby Triumph yet, though one of my subscribers has offered me the chance to take his out, which will be sometime in September. 👍 On looks alone though…..yes. The Triumph Speed and X haven’t grabbed me tbh.
Ahh, well…..Crewe is in the Cheshire plain, so the “test track” is flat, apart from a couple of small bumps there are no hills. That said, please watch this space, as we could well find some hills very soon (not wanting to give anything away 😉). Cheers
You might be right, but even when calculating under the mpg RE claim, it is still about 192 miles per tank. Just means more fuel fill ups, but I would be ready for a break way before then anyway. It will be interesting to see how owners fair over the coming months. I have asked some, to come back on here to tell us how they are getting on with their new bikes, forming an overall opinion. If all the stars align for me, I will be able to tell you myself 😉
I love finding videos like this where the tester absolutely loves the bike. Wonderful vicarious experience and was so much fun watching your video!
Thanks Richard. I can’t help being natural, which hopefully brings out the true emotions I feel at that point in time. Unlike some of those scripted reviews or those with voice overs, by some “entitled” bigger channels, I am sure you know who I mean 😉😂
Thanks for your impressions 🥰 i ordered my Guerrilla yesterday😊
You lucky person, you are going to have a great time riding it. Congratulations 🥳
@@ianhughesroyalenfield 🥰🤗
Great video dude, love it when you ride roads I'm familiar with I feel like I'm almost riding along with you. Looking forward to when you get yourself one.
So am I Andy…..haven’t a clue when it’ll be though 🫣🙄😂
Wonderful to see you gelling with this fantastic bike like you have. I love it too. Thank you for the video👍
Thank you. After my initial set off with the throttle 🙄 all was well. A totally different animal than Clementine, with an equally different throttle response 😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield 😅 I noticed that set off Ian 😎🏍
A man on a mission with no time to spare!
@hughgardiner2247 if only, it was me embarrassing myself like an amateur, but in my defence, the throttle is so much different to the Classic 350 😂
Nice bike Ian, thanks for this test. Well done Royal Enfield 👏👏
Absolutely…..so good, I went and bought one 👍 Cheers
@@ianhughesroyalenfield I liked it so much that I bought it too!! Thanks Ian, greetings from Italy from an "old" (63) biker 🥸😄👋👋
A year older than me 😁 thank you
The bike looks good on the road glade you had a great ride out on the bike ian
Thanks Andy, I really enjoyed myself 😈😂
Looks lovely Ian. I tried a CB 500F last week, it was tiny like a 125 size. Smooth as anything though, there are so many good bikes around now, its difficult to choose. Thanks for the ride out👍
Thanks Simon, I think mid capacity bikes are the way forward now. Nowhere to really use powerful bikes other than on the track, roads are far too busy. Cheers
You could get an actual Ducati scrambler for about the same money, ,not brand new but less than 1000 miles on the clock.
It’s not always just about the purchase price though, servicing costs on the Ducati would be much more expensive than a Royal Enfield.
@smallbikesrool9581 out of curiosity, I had a look on Autotrader….do you mean the Scrambler 400 ? Not something I have seen, but can’t find one newer than 2019, and that has over 6000 miles, and still priced at £4690. I know which I would buy, and it isn’t the Ducati 😉
So, Ian, I've watched a couple of other videos about the Guerrilla, with a slightly jaundiced eye, I admit, because I love my air-cooled Classic 350, and I'm just slightly uncomfortable with the thought of RE moving into water-cooled territory - perhaps modernizing a bit too much, ya know? Still... Even though the engine, radiator, and exhaust on this bike look ugly (to my eye), your effusive, unbridled joy expressed while riding it makes me think that I should add one to the shed when it is available here in the USA. No other review that I've watched had me thinking like that. Thusly, Royal Enfield should spot you one. I would bet that you've sold more than a few of them for them with that review. Thank you for the video!
FG Rides in Pennsylvania, USA
Thanks for this lovely comment. Roger from the shop, rang me yesterday, to say that the uk marketing team had watched my video on the office television, and thought it was really good, so much so, they contacted him………they haven’t contacted me yet to have a “long term” demo bike, which is a shame 🙄. I think the manufacturers only work with creators who have 10k plus subscribers, though I think they are missing a trick, as those guys only ride them a couple of times and produce a couple of vids at the most. Hey-ho, I will just keep doing what I’m doing. Thank you.
Good to see you have a bit of fun that being the thing here ,yes it costs very little yes it is good on fuel but it goes well and handles great so reaffirms that this makes a dam good all round bike for moderate running costs ,bit of a winner, 👍
Absolutely spot on Kev, bloody awesome, with enough power to have fun on, cheers
Great watch Ian. Thanks.
Off to count my pennies in my piggy bank.
I have a RE 350 which I enjoy getting out on but maybe room for another bike. I was thinking about the Shotgun but this bike seems like it might be more fun.
Thanks Hugh. Definitely more “fun” than the grown up Shotgun. Can really chuck it about in the twisties. Get it in the right gear going into a bend, and power out, just like the old days, but still not at silly speeds.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield sounds like it could be a plan. Good to hear what you think Ian
I sincerely recommend taking one out for a test ride. Preferably on your favourite lanes if you can 😎
@@hughgardiner2247Mark Belringer on Youube in NZ🇳🇿 has a bunch of Royal Enfields & got RE videos going back several years way before RE 650 came out.HE got the new Himmy 450 & rides it on the back shingle(gravel) roads around Taranaki but been all over NZ🇳🇿 on different Royal Enfields.A Himmy 450 be a good edition in NZ🇳🇿 if live near any shingle roads.
Mark's videos are really good & HE even takes tours over the back gravel roads through tunnels near Whanganui.
Gorilla is very peppy.
@@ruahinesrider thanks
I will be having a chat to Mark at the Cold Kiwi in about 10 days 🏍😎😎🏔
A right wee hooligan bike I think. Reminds me of my '76 RD400. Pushing late 60s now. Maybe the bike to finish my two wheeled career. NC starting to feel a bit heavy now. But I do love it. Great review.
Thanks William. Definitely takes me back to those days, I had a RD400E, rode it like an idiot 🤦♂️. You know my thoughts, whether it is good for long distance work, only time will tell, but certainly lighter than the NC. At the price, buy the Guerrilla as a stablemate, and ween yourself off the NC 😂
looks like you had a great time Ian! Love the hidden dip 😳 - Uncle Stu would not approve of you having such fun, although I thought I heard a Stu-ism "but you can make use of it all" 😝😉. I have to say, purely circumstantially but none the less it's what I've seen, most RE owners are at the upper echelons of the age spectrum reliving their and their fathers youth. Different case in their domestic market perhaps.
Thanks ice. The camera really doesn’t show the severity of the hidden dip. When I rode the Himi 450 (2nd video), I forgot it was there, which made me giggle as I went over it a bit quick 😂. Couldn’t really tell you if uncle Stu came out with that, as I have pretty much stopped watching the self important p***k ! Yes, most of us RE owners have been round the clock a bit, but I think this would attract a younger rider, especially in India, but as you know, it is too much of a pain in the rear (and wallet) for many of our youth’s to be bothered over here sadly. Cheers
Picking mine up tomorrow 😊
Congratulations, lucky you 🥳
You liked it then Ian! Great review of a lovely bike, I hope to test ride one soon
Just a bit 😂 hope you enjoy your test ride too.
I liked it all especially at the end where you said the jobs you might do and I can tell mentally you’ve already bought one 😂🏆good for you. A real boost for you well done 😎
Thanks Mark. I have been looking at whether it will fit in our van, I might have to buy some folding mirrors, Tourtech do some tidy ones……..so yes, mentally it’s already here 😂
It always adds a touch of truth to a positive test ride/ review, when the reviewer states he is going to buy one & actually means it.
Thanks Martin, I really do, and will sometime. Might be the end of the year though 🙄
And you would prefer this over the BSA?
@martinowl yes. The BSA, like the Interceptor, is a grown up’s bike, but as I have my Classic 350, I quite fancy having something “playful” as well 😳😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield I understand. I have an old GPZ500, that fulfills that role as a change from the Interceptor,lol.
@martinowl they were a good bike back in the day. Derek, (SoloMotouk) youtube.com/@solomotouk?si=Jsbp2gY4gK5UGNch has a white one. Just had it mot’d.
That was fun! I have always admired the Husqvana Svartpilen 401, but I think that the R.E. Guerrilla might be my new favourite single. I definitely approve of the sound, with the stock exhaust. The Guerilla seems great apart form possibly burning a bit of diesel apparently. Let's face it, we don't need to be going any faster around the lanes.
Thanks Gap. The beauty of the Guerrilla, is all the power is usable. No point in having a 100+bhp when road conditions/traffic/speed restrictions hinder progress, which only frustrates. It’s a great bike.
Yes. Plenty of power.
@ianhughesroyalenfield
Evening Ian 😊 Mrs Ainsworth is enjoying this her latest comment was after you just said. James it's a bloody good bike was, well that's going to cost me, 😂😂😂
Do you want one James
😂 sorry Mrs Ainsworth 😂
@theadventuresofbellatheenf4627 oh I am sure he does, he is sitting on the fence, but a test ride would help 🫣😉😂
@theadventuresofbellatheenf4627 morning Andy 🙂 I'm definitely thinking of one
Making room for another bike 🏍 is HE.I like the Black & Yellow colour scheme.It's like you said Ian the power is all usable & a fun bike.
The Himmy 450 be good if interested in gravel road exploring which will good in NZ 🇳🇿 with lot's of gravel roads.AEW is a great brand for the price.
Definitely on all accounts RR. That 450 lump is brilliant. Cheers
I must say, I’m seriously impressed with this bike too! Maybe one will find its way into my fleet? I’m keeping my fingers crossed that you will be able to get one soon!
Thanks Steven, me too ! 🤞
Lovely review, and nice to see out on the UK roads.
The yellow on tank does look more splendid in your film.
A mini hooliganism on the go……fantastic.
Do like this too.
But spending a wade O ££, on getting rear garden dug out and patio done, then add a log cabin, with electric.😊
It’s all about priorities Mark, the Guerrilla will still be there when you and afford it. Meanwhile, just take one for a test ride.🤗 Cheers
Am hoping to do so. But it’s a 2 and half hours to Edinburgh. To test. There is a brand new dealer in Perth, will get in touch with them. It’s hour and half away.😊
Glad you enjoyed Ian.
The enjoyable vibes were pleasant all the way throughout, and nice that you did take seat off at the end.😊
I forgot to have a look under the seat, there are two tool kits underneath 🙄😂
Hi Ian 👋. A really good vlog and enjoyed watching it. Your enthusiasm shone through 😄. Cracking looking bike. Regards, Mo 😊👍.
Thanks Mo, had fun on this one 😈😂
Thoroughly enjoyed your video, I have the same bike on order, waiting for the new reg. Can't wait.
I bet you can’t wait Keith….get it run in asap, then let this little beauty fly. Very envious…please come back and let us know what you think, will be nice to hear an owners point of view 😎Cheers
Morning Ian
What a great review and ride you’ve done there, brilliant and thrilling mate 😊😊😊
What a little beauty
Have a great weekend
Phil
Thanks Phil, can you tell I liked it a tiny bit 🤔😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield
Gonna test one look brill
😻😻you loved it and Dave the Bingley wheeler
Look ace
As your name implies, think and ride “old school”, cool as 😎😂😈
I needed to see this! Thanks for the Whole video!
Glad you enjoyed it 😎 cheers
Really good test ride / review!
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it 👍
Well what a lovely bike , watching your video it’s like your riding 750 , it looks a fun bike and good sound and as usual Enfield deliver on the paint scheme. It looks like you had a very good time, I don’t blame you not wanting to take it back .😊👍🏍️
Thanks Donna, is a stunning bike, loved every minute, even the motorway 🤔😂
Looks like another great Enfield! Thanks for sharing Ian!
It really is, now I just need to figure out how to get one 😉, my kidneys aren’t great,so I can’t really sell one, and I am not built right to stand on street corners 😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield My father used to say “Where there’s a will, there’s a way.” But having lived as long as I have, i feel the truth lies more in “a penny saved is a penny earned.” I traded a deployment bag full of old military stuff to a guy for some bike parts, but i don’t think Royal Enfield would know what to do with that kit. 😂
😂😂 I’ll find a way, but it might be either the end of this year or beginning of next 🫣, but I want it now 🙄😂
Thanks for the review.
You are welcome, hope you enjoyed it 👍 Cheers
Love the demonic cackle, it obviously brings out the juvenile delinquent in you.
Absolutely, 62 going on 18 😈😂 Cheers
Bloody hell Ian. Sold to the man from Lancashire. What a bike. Awsome. The only modification you will need to do is apply some superglue to that throttle. Glad you enjoyed the bike as i did with your video. Ride safe, Bfn Mike , Sunny Wales. (i wish. cold/windy at present).
😂 thanks Mike. Weather due to change here in Cheshire this afternoon and overnight. We have just taken the awning down, as we head off home tomorrow, after 18 nights and 3 different caravan sites. Had a great time 🤗
Btw, we are at Barmouth arriving Sunday 13th October, leaving early on the 17th October. Would be good to meet you if you are available, either out and about, or you could pop down to us for a brew (obviously weather dependent). We will be at Hendre Mynach Touring Park.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield Sounds good to me. Can make it Monday 14th or Weds 16th ,for a brew. No bike sorry. in for a service What day/time is best for you. Look forward to meeting you both. Bfn Mike. Bring some sunshine please .
How about Monday the 14th at about 10.30am - 11.00am. If you email me at inter650taoh@gmail.com I will pass on my phone number, so you can ring upon arrival.
Nice review Ian👍
Thanks Steven.
Nice one Ian. Video quality was 5 stars on my I pad. I must try one of these 450 Enfields. I rode a Triumph 400x last week for an hour on a variety of roads and although it was a very appealing bike I found it too buzzy at certain road speeds. Even with only 39 bhp it really made progress.
Thanks Jonathan. I clearly loved the Guerrilla, hope you do to. Think 80’s style riding, at least that’s how I felt. 😎
Well, looks like competition for Clementine, hope you do manage to get one, hows about talking to Roger regarding 1st first dibs on that demo bike? Cheers, Enfield Lovers, MALTA.
Morning Dino. The demo bike was provided by RE themselves, so will have to go back at some point. Besides, as it was used on the Spanish launch, it would have been thrashed from day one 🫣😂. No competition for Clementine, it would be an addition. Cheers
Cheers for this Ian, it looks and sounds quite a bike! We're off to Tuscany tomorrow on the big silver bird, but rest assured I'll be ringing Smalley Cross when we get back, to organise my own little test ride. Thanks buddy.
Thanks Martin. I hope you have a great holiday. Let me know when you have ridden the Guerrilla, as you can tell, I really enjoyed it. It does love to be revved, very un Royal Enfield like 😂
I get the impression this is one very good bike Ian 🤣kids and sweet shops spring to mind I want to try one now .👍
You really need to try it out Mal, and yes “Sweet Shop” is a good analogy 😂
I am in similar situation as you, Ian .. Had many bikes over the years, including the naughty boy cbr 600 and ultimate naughty boy from the 80's - GPz 900r Ninja .. But with years passing, the speed and power feel - meh .. Something that feels good, it's comfortable and puts a smile on your face .. That a good bike, not the 100+ hp speck sheet.
Well that’s the Guerrilla my friend, bloody brilliant, and as mentioned, takes me back to the fun days of the 80’s.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield Unfortunately, I am in a small country with a small RE dealer, they don't have test bikes at all.. The only brands that I know of here to have test bikes are Honda and Kymco and only some models.
@Stefan_trekkie that’s a shame. As you can tell, I love the Guerrilla, but wouldn’t want someone buying one just off my thoughts, as we are all different.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield That is why I am thinking about it carefully and somehow trying to find test rides.. Because I've both the classic two years ago but did not like and exchange it for a cheap bike + money. Loved the engine..
Exactly. I hope you can find a way to get on one 🤞
Great, about as close to riding one as you can get without, err, riding one!
Thanks Mence, just the feeling and emotion I tried to portray 👍
Enjoyed watching that Ian , despite having to watch it in three parts ,I kept getting bloody interrupted 🙄,and it's obvious you really enjoyed doing this video alright! 😆I can't afford one myself yet either, but I'm looking forward to a test ride and deciding what to sell to get one, but it won't be my Classic 350! 🤔
Cheers Mel 🍻
Hi Mel……interruptions whilst trying to watch my video, that’ll never do 😂. Mind you it was a long one, and would have been even longer had I not cut loads out 🤔. When you do get on one, you are going to love it. Bloody fantastic 😎 Cheers
@@ianhughesroyalenfield I'll watch them on my phone in my garage next time, instead of in the house on the telly, 😅😅
Ooo no, don’t do that 😂 Telly always best 😉. At some point in the not too distant future, I will compile a video of just the country lanes from this long one, and it will be in 2.7k not the 1080p here.
I think I prefer the look of the Triumph but I’d like to ride them back to back. Thanks for the review.
Thanks Nev. From what little I have seen of the Triumph, the Guerrilla looks more substantial. I admit, I haven’t really taken to the looks of the baby Triumphs, don’t know why though 🤔
Hi Ian, see what you mean about the colour looks a lot nicer in the daylight. Goes well & i thought it sounded nice..Always had a soft spot for off road style bikes, like you i had a crf 250l 2019 model but always had to keep it nailed to keep the momentum going even on the slightest climb but this bike belies its size.
Cheers
Baz
Agreed Baz, the combination of that 450 motor, and superb handling is pure joy.
Hi Ian , the problem was with my tablet I reset it and it's ok now it's not any thing to worry about . The bike sound s good and rides good too
Good to know Paul, thank you. Bloody fickle technology 🙄😂. It’s a really good bike. Cheers
So, are we to take it that you like this bike, Ian? 🤣After watching the video through, I replayed it at 1.75 speed, just for fun; talk about a blast - looked like you were having an absolute ball! 👍 I'll have to get a ride on one when they get released here in Oz.
Definitely Chris, and definitely get on one. Proper old school riding really suits the revvy, (but vibe free) character of the engine. There should be a section in the instructions that say…..”before entering a bend, knock it down a gear or two, scratch the foot pegs, and power out” 😎😂 just as we did back in the day. Do you remember when I rode the Hornet 750, I made a “Just the fun bits”video, wellI will do the same with the footage from this 😂 I am guessing it’s like the TT at +1.75 🫣 Cheers
Just watched it at +1.75 bloody hilarious. 😎😂😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield You're right about that, Ian, especially about the TT; it was exactly that thought that came to my mind! 👍
Nice review Ian. The Guerilla seems very similar to my Triumph Speed 400
No doubt. A wonderful subscriber, has kindly offered to let me have a ride on his Speed 400, so I will be taking him up on this, probably mid September. 👍
It looks like you’ve found your next play mate….mate🤣 Man and machine in perfect harmony. That looks a bloody good bike Ian. I think the big Suzuki will have to go for something more comfortable on long rides. Maybe a Himalayan based on how highly you rate the 450 engine🤔🤣
Thanks Mark. It would be an addition, couldn’t get rid of Clementine, Ann would divorce me 😂. Don’t let me influence you in any way 🤔 but both 450’s are worthy of a demo ride 🫣😂
MotorInc tested one and were rather underwhelmed. Always good to hear differing opinions.
I guess it depends what their expectations are. It’s a 450cc liquid cooled single weighing in at 189kgs (ish). I know I was just cruising at 70mph on the motorway in the video, but I did whip it up to about 85mph on the section I edited out, it is also rock stable at those speeds. It’s fun in the twisties, copes with faster moving traffic, like no other Enfield has (with the exception of the Himi 450). Handles superbly considering our awful roads. Has a comfortable riding position and seat. Nothing not to like or be underwhelmed about I my humble opinion. 😉
Ahh, I have seen these guys before……..🤔. I haven’t the time to watch it now, they do annoy me a bit 😂
I just endured their evaluation……I have the opinion the chap wasn’t too keen 😂 I left a lengthy reply. I think they see themselves as influencers, so I think viewers needed a second opinion, and pointed them to my review. It was a bit rude of me, and something I wouldn’t ordinarily do, but as he was slating it, I wanted to balance it up. Thanks for pointing it out to me 👍
I love my meteor but starting to miss going above 70 MPH, was thinking about an INT 650 but this may fit the bill even better
Hi Chad, having owned an Interceptor previously for 3 years, I can say, that they are fantastic bikes…..but this manages to do something extra. I will hopefully be taking it on a much longer ride mid September, and can’t wait 😉 Cheers
Royal Enfield should give you one after that review ..LOL..Does look ok 😄
I quite agree Adrian. That would be nice😎😂
RE are on fire
Definitely…..😎
Mint video blud makes me really want to buy one but I don't think Jennifer would be impressed I've only had the Honda 3 weeks, but that's a great bike also bro.
I don’t think there are any “bad” bikes anymore. Don’t blame me if Jennifer has a go at you 😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield Most thing Chinese are bad bro
Of the modern Chinese bikes I have seen and ridden, they have improved massively. The Moto Morini Seiemmezzo 650 is a belter, the Benelli TRK702 isn’t bad either.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield I wouldn't buy a Chinese bike after seeing what they are like in the long term blud
You were clearly having fun and good for you. Can the hooligan be ridden more sedately when all you want is a cruise through country lanes to smell the grass on a Sunday afternoon? How does it compare with teh Interceptor?
Great video. Love your enthusiasm. thank you.
Morning Arthur. Yes, it can easily be ridden sedately, and would be pure joy to just bimble around the lanes. As for a comparison, the Guerrilla is more fun than the Interceptor, and just as capable. The riding position, the comfortable seat the tractable engine are way better than the Interceptor in my opinion. The Interceptor wins on Classic looks, but having been there for 3 years, I would have the Guerrilla over the Interceptor now. Cheers
Evening Ian can you get over the purple on the tank to put a deposit on one 😊stay safe
Simple answer Keith, yes. The only bit I am not that fussed with, is the RE logo on the tank, and if it bothered me too much, I would just take it off and get a yellow one made up as they are only stuck on. 😎 Cheers
Well that was a cracking video.
I remember that in Bike mag too and its still true today.
The bike looks stunning, awesome colour way and well built too. Enjoyed the exhaust sound, with the little pops on the overrun. I think I can safely say you enjoyed riding it. Which is great coz it adds to the positive vibe of the video and its energy; well done you.
One question Ian if i may. can you remember what revs the bike was pulling at 70 on the M6 please?
Really enjoyed this video Ian; thanx for sharing it bud.
Take care both off you.
Morning Neil. I still have that issue of Bike Mag, it featured and was referring to the Laverda 500 Montjuic, I always wanted one of those 😉. I did a shortened version of this video, just so I could watch the fun bits 😂. As for the revs, tbh, I can’t remember, but will have a look at the raw (and longer) footage to see if I can see it on there. I can tell you it wasn’t struggling, and there was plenty more, I did take it another 10mph, but there was too much traffic to play silly buggers, so that was fast enough.
Cheers
@@ianhughesroyalenfield Yes, they were great bikes. quite a few proddy races used them; i remember seeing them at Croft, our local race track with novices wearing the orange jacket.
Just curious about the revs at 70, it seems one hell of a bike.
Thanx Ian
Thanks Neil, didn’t have chance to look at raw footage today, will try and sort it tomorrow. I admit I am interested too 😂
Seems to make s good noise and you seem to enjoy the feel of the bike, how do you rate the fuel capacity? The single offset clock offends my desire for symetry it would be fab with a pair of round screens one could be a sat nav trip computer with a nice screen of a good size would float my boat and of course any true northerner wants to know the mpg given thevtank is on the smaller side.
Calculating from figures given by RE on Google search, I reckon, estimating a bit under what they claim, about 192 miles per tank. Not great, but we are fortunate enough to have a few petrol stations scattered about. Just need to brim it every time to maximise it. Yes the off set clock used to bug me too, but not so much anymore. The base model has an analog speedo, with tripper next to it (unsure if that is a standard fitment though, so don’t quote me on it). The dealer, Roger, has said I can take it out again, all day if needed, so will probably have a look at the mpg then. 👍 Though like I said in the video, it doesn’t bother me, after about 100 miles my knackered body is ready for a break, so a petrol station would be the ideal place 😉
Great video, definitely going to book a test ride, had a ride on a Hunter, but found it a little under powered, the Guerilla looks much better 👍
Oh it really is Malcom, no probs overtaking or keeping up with faster moving traffic on this 😎 Cheers
Hi Ian, I had my test ride on the Guerilla and really enjoyed it, was surprised how quick it is. Had a ride on the speed 400 today gound the throttle a bit snatchy at low revs, going to have another ride on the Guerilla then decide which one to get, they are both good bikes.
Well Malcolm, I only went and bought a Guerrilla, now in the early stages of running in, but thoroughly enjoying it. I also rode the Speed 400, which was owned by a subscriber. It only had 77 miles on it, so couldn’t give it any, but although it was a nice bike, it didn’t grab me like the Guerrilla did. If you have a look at my latest vids, you will get an idea of how it goes up in the Lakes, even at running in speeds 😎 Good luck, and keep me in the loop 😉
@@ianhughesroyalenfieldHi Ian, I've watched your video round the lakes, stunning scenery, lovely roads for bikes, congratulations on the purchase of your Guerilla, looking forward to following your adventures. Hopefully I'll get another test ride on a Guerilla this week if we get a dry day 🤞. I'll keep you posted.
Thanks Malcom, yes please do 👍
Im going to have to px my Hunter for this. I can’t see where the Hunter fits in the range now this is here.
Very true, though the Guerrilla is a different animal. High revving, you have to play on the gearbox, you really need to take one out 👍
What's your opinion for 2 up touring plus luggage, please??
It would be unfair for me to post an opinion of two up plus luggage, when I haven’t ridden this way, it would just be a guess. Perhaps have a look on a Facebook (or similar) group and ask the question. Rear racks and pannier brackets aren’t available yet here in the uk, though some owners are buying from India. If pushed for an answer, you can tour on anything, but I would suggest there are better bikes out there for the job. Even the Himalayan 450, which shares the same engine and other components, but the ecu is mapped differently……obviously the Himi 450 stands taller, so if I was you, I would take a test ride on both, preferably two up, to give you an idea. Hope this helps.
Morning Ian, great review. What did it do to the gallon?🤔😉😉🤣🤣🤣!! Hoping to have a road to test this week when my dealer gets his demo bike in. If its as good as it looks and my back approves I'm having one no question!!! 🎉🙂👍
365,000 mpg 😂 As for the back Jonathan, as you know, mine is iffy at best. I actually did about one and a half hours, on various roads (cut a fair bit out in editing), and I was fresh as you like when I returned to the shop. No numb bum, no elbow ache, or back and hip ache……bloody brilliant 😎 Cheers
If they could get a sneaky way of disguising the liquid cooling (better than the BSA) maybe they could make a 450 cc Classic? Or, if they kept it air-cooled, even a 525cc old-school engine for a classic? It would be a fast bike, but a rider could ‘step on-it’ so to speak, and pass a lorry blocking a lane on a hill with confidence.
I mean it would NOT be a fast bike, but….
I hear you, but hard to disguise a radiator. As with all the RE’s, I can see this 450 being used in different styles……who knows 🤔
Great video Ian but I still can't quite work out whether you liked the Guerrilla or not .....😁😁😁😁As I was watching your video, I noticed that I was rapidly turning green ....... with envy 😊I'm eagerly awaiting a call from my dealer to say they've received a demo Guerrilla, any day now I hope. I really like the look of this machine and even though it's water cooled they've still managed to make that engine look a bit 60s/70s. I too rode the new Himy, a few weeks ago, and was very impressed, especially the pull from that engine and the seamless transmission ....... much like my Hntr 350. By the way, your dad has good taste, I never owned one but always fancied a BSA Shooting Star or Victor ........ a lovely 440/500 single! I'd have one today but now RE have brought out the Guerrilla 450, I need look no further 👍👍Again, great review along the sorts of roads I love. Cheers, Phil (Somerset)
Hi Phil, I tried not to make it too obvious, but failed miserably 😂. I thought the Himi 450 was great, but preferred everything about the Guerrilla. The power delivery/grunt was more apparent, possibly down to the different gearing due to the smaller wheels and different sprockets. Whatever it is, it makes the Guerrilla so much fun. Still need to make sure you are in the right gear going into the bend then power out. Proper old school riding, as opposed to just leaving it in one gear…….damn it was good. See, I can’t even shut up about in the comments 🫣😂 Dad sold the Shooting Star when I was on the way, an unplanned inconvenience 🤦♂️😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield You seem like a nice guy, Ian, but I'd have been tempted to have you adopted and buy another Shooting Star, fair play to your dad though! 😆You can probably tell, I don't have kids 😂😂Talking of grunt, when I test rode the Himi, as you powered out of a village into a 60, it kind of reminded me of something like a big BSA single ....... absolutely fabulous!!! Like you, I've had a few bikes including a Hayabusa and a Kwak ZZR1400 and I can say that for real world roads bigger is certainly not necessarily better. Happy riding Ian and lets hope you soon receive an unexpected cheque, through the post, for £5,050 😁😁
@PAGallagher that made me laugh 😂 I have always told my dad that I would have happily spent my baby years in a bottom drawer, but his dreams live on in me. When I was 16, he helped me to buy a Suzuki AP50, much to my mother’s horror…..and that’s when it all started. Dad is 89 this year, and sadly gets a bit confused, but he was pleased when I took the Guerrilla to show him. He said he preferred the new BSA Goldstar (I took that to show him when in a test ride too). My last “big” bike was a Yamaha Tracer 900, fantastic engine, excellent handling, but bloody boring, no character at all. Happier riding my Classic 350, and would be even happier if that cheque came through 😉😂 Cheers
@@ianhughesroyalenfield Ah yes, the AP50, the motorbike that was also unconvincingly pretending to be a moped ...... brilliant idea! My first bike was a BSA C15, I thought it was fantastic ........ especially after a push bike 😊Coincidentally, I currently have an XSR 900 (2020) have to admit I do like it in it's black livery with gold wheels but realistically the engine is too much for most roads as you'll know. Similarly, I really enjoy just blatting around the B roads and lanes on the Hntr ....... 20 BHP seems to be enough for most situations but 40BHP would be good, if you know what I mean? 😁😁👍👍 Keep your eye on that letterbox ....... 😊
@PAGallagher I like the styling of the XSR, and that triple engine sounds awesome with a “naughty” exhaust. Of course you are right though, the 40hp Guerrilla is more than enough for today’s roads, especially when we prefer to ride the back lanes, than the manic A roads. Secretly I have added a “Thanks” button to my channel now that I qualify for it, but I haven’t mentioned it, as I don’t want people to think I am begging 😂. I am trying to save my UA-cam earnings for the deposit, it may take a while 🙄😂
I have a bit of transmission problems with my hunter once it's hot. Sometimes it doesn't take first and keeps popping out to neutral. HM.
Oh dear, no issues such as this on my Classic 350, maybe take to a dealer as hopefully it is still under warranty.
I think Clementine might class this enthusiasm as two timing 😅. It's like you've got the power of your interceptor back! Whether that's a good thing or a bad thing depends on how many speeding fines you may get in the future 😂. I really like it and more than the speed 400 I was once considering buying.🙂
Question is, what would you do with all the extra time you would have without polishing metal with autosol 🤔🤣
😂, Clementine is in the van, she saw my ride off on the Guerrilla, but when I returned, I had a good talk with her, she is ok now 🤗. To be honest, it feels quicker than the Interceptor, and more nimble than the Interceptor too. I would have to be careful on main roads where the fuzz hang out, but the other roads are fair game 😎😂 Cheers
😂 oh I would think of something 😎😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield I'm still watching it on telly I'm 35min in. Someone I watched on it said the turning circle wasn't so good on it?
@bally632 not as good as some bikes, but it didn’t cause me any issues. I believe the Suzuki SV650 isn’t great either.
Not over the 350 Nice
Get that bike and call Trevor Langfield at Highpower Systems up and he'll make that thing a super-rocket. I may get one of these in a few years. Currently with a Continental GT and it's a fantastic bike.
A consideration after the warranty period is over, thanks.
Nice (but long) video. Thanks for this. How is it at 2,000-3,000 rpm? Happy or too low of rpm as not enough torque? I’m someone who likes to ride in low rpm’s.
Thanks. It was long because it was a long ride. Mainly because I was test riding it for me, I just brought you guys along for the ride 😉 The Guerrilla is quite high revving, you need to be in the right gear for the circumstances if that makes sense. Basically, it won’t like 30mph in 6th gear, nor 5th for that matter, it will bog down, meaning you would have to drop down a gear or two for the bike to be comfortable. I made reference to early 80’s bikes, as you had to ride them like that too, you have to work the gears. It’s not a bike to just leave in 5th or 6th and bimble along at low revs, so maybe not the bike for you. This is just my opinion, you really need to take one out, to see what you think. Hope this helps.
How many miles to the gallon does it do ?😁
😂😂😂
Looks like a lot of fun compared to the Enfield twins (which I love by the way). Power delivery reminds me of an XT500 but much smoother.
I see where you are coming from….I had an XT500 back in the day, the electric kickstarter is more manageable 😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield My mate in Montferrat has the classic EFI 500 Indian Enfield. I love the British look but this reminds me of a Honda. If I had money I'd buy one. I just bought a 1966 Lambretta with a 200cc racing engine to join my Fireblade RRY. I still have to rebuild my BSA B40 SS90.
@Pigpenned B40….nice 😎
Excellent but it could have been a little longer. Thank you Ian 😊
😂 it would have been had I not cut loads of sections out in editing, I was out a good hour and a half 😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield Deposit paid then 😉
Did you say no vibrations at high way speeds of 80-90 miles/hour? Considering this for limited highway traffic jam cruising :)
As some people were complaining about the vibes, I took it out again, to try and find them. ua-cam.com/video/d0CTpwLbuvc/v-deo.htmlsi=ZC9E397wVBSrcmec at the most there was a slight tingle, which was hardly worth mentioning. I can’t remember how quick I was going though 😉
@@ianhughesroyalenfieldthx! That second ride is the Himalayan though. Does that make a difference in terms of vibrations? I am only 175m and find the Himalayan a bit too big for me. Also the flickability of the guerrilla seems better for traffic jam cruising
Oh bugger, I am really sorry……on my iPad, the photo is tiny, so I got mixed up 😂.
Right, start again. I can honestly say that I haven’t noticed any vibes on the Guerrilla. I didn’t do 90mph (well not quite), but cruising at 70mph (and a bit) was easy, and comfortable. The bike impressed me so much, that I have gone and bought one for myself, still running in, but loving every minute.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield thanks again. Intended partial highway usage makes me think the Honda cl500 (two cylinders) make me think that might be the better choice hence the questions :) I do like the looks of the blue gorilla one and read and see only good things!
@jasperronda1133 yes, the CL500 seems a popular choice. The looks have never done anything for me, but there is no doubting its reliability!
Is it smaller than a Suzuki SV 650? You mentioned it was tiny
I haven’t ridden a SV650 since around 1999, so couldn’t say for sure.
I don't know Mr Hughes you appear to be a hooligan at heart 😂
😂 I admit I enjoy getting a wriggle on when the opportunity arises 😎 The Guerrilla takes me back to my youth. Those bonkers days on my Honda 400/4’s, Honda VF400FD and Yam RD400 😂 Cheers
Know what you mean, put me in mind of the DRZ 400 great video by the way
Yes, I had a DRZ400SM in Yellow, decent tail tidy and Scorpion Exhaust…..so much fun, and looked the dogs danglies 😂 Thank you
The M6 is busy south of the M55 but when riding North of the M55. The M6 is the best motorway in the UK 😊
100% agree with you on that, especially beyond J36, so scenic 😊
You mentioned Ian on a few occasions that the bike was small unfortunately I'm not, being a few inches taller and a few stone heavier, than your good self, so it might not suit me.
Oh dear Ian, it is definitely small in stature (at least to me, but no-one else has mentioned it), but you can get a taller, flat seat (which looks really good actually), though I don’t know how it would affect the whole riding triangle thing. Still worthy of a test ride though 😉
It looks like a nice motorcycle, and it is decently priced in third world countries like India and England. Where I live in Europe I can get a Suzuki SV650 at the same price. The choice is not difficult.
😂 A brand new Suzuki SV650 here in our 3rd world country, is about £1000 dearer plus on the road charges 😉 Cheers
🤣As if by magic here is your test on the Gorilla didn't have to wait long fab !!👍
Hope you enjoy the ride Mal,I might have done…..a bit 😂😂😂
Today's motorcycles are collection of government regulations on two wheels@@ianhughesroyalenfield
Unfortunately yes, but still damn good fun 😎
The video is fine in Bury Lancashire 😊 photo time at the lake.
Good to know 😃
Well, i'm now convinced. Going to spend the money on a refurb of my GS 500 instead of a new bike.
Not a fan of the Guerrilla then 😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield no.
Much prefer this to new Himalayan, Looks mor my size too
It’s definitely old school in every way, which is why I really enjoyed it. Too many bikes are too big nowadays, not the Guerrilla 👍
@@ianhughesroyalenfieldwe were in the area last Wednesday on our way to the Ponderosa. I dislike motorways too and didn’t enjoy crowded A500 either. By choice I would have gone over country lanes via Congleton to get to Nantwich
@derbyshireruralrider9398 we were still in Nantwich then, back home now. I too dislike busy roads, it was nice to get back to riding some quiet Cheshire lanes…….😎
@@ianhughesroyalenfield stopped for a cuppa & toilet stop at Chestnut Mears which was about a mile off route. 7 of us on 6 bikes or maxi scooters
have you bought one yet Ian?
Morning Nick, I am still working on it, desperately trying to get the finances sorted 🙄😂 In the meantime, I hope to take the demo out on a longer ride next week 😎
How many miles has the guerilla done before the test?
Could it be the more miles the the fewer the vibes?
It could well be Julian, it had done nearly 500 miles when I started out. Being as it was one of the demo bikes from the Spanish Launch, it would have been thrashed from the first turn of the key 😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield thrashed?
It was silly engine speeds all the way
and even hitting the rev limiter from time to time🥴
@julianrose810 yup, which is why I didn’t mind giving this one, “a bit” 😂
The side stand is very short, isn't it 🙂 we don't mind this being a bit on the long side 51mins isn't three bad 👍
Side stand is just right, certainly better than on the Himi 450.
Good one Ian ! seams more enjoyable than the Interceptor ? - how does it compare ( keen to know as a past owner )
Morning Tom. To me it is more fun than the Interceptor. Lighter weight, sharper steering, better punch when coming out of corners. Doesn’t sound as good, doesn’t look classy. The Interceptor feels more grown up in comparison. 😎
it took me 5 months to see/sit and ride a r/e hunter,which i think is better looking,but thats me,i dont think it will take me another 5 months.
Still worth a test ride 🙂
How's the backside coping 😊
Honestly, my buttocks were absolutely fine, no pain in the lower back either, no pain in the hip (as on standard Interceptor Seat 😢). When I returned, there wasn’t any numbness anywhere.
@ianhughesroyalenfield Now that's what I like to hear 👍 better or worse than Clementine. the same would be fine 😃
@Ainsworth-Rider I would say better. More padding on the seat, I spent about an hour and a half in the saddle and all was well.
lovely , but the injection system under the seat is the abs system 👍
Ahh, ok thank you. I’m no mechanic, it’s a good job I didn’t have to repair the injection system then 😂
You prefer this to the Speed 400 then?
Not ridden a baby Triumph yet, though one of my subscribers has offered me the chance to take his out, which will be sometime in September. 👍 On looks alone though…..yes. The Triumph Speed and X haven’t grabbed me tbh.
How is the ride on hilly road
Ahh, well…..Crewe is in the Cheshire plain, so the “test track” is flat, apart from a couple of small bumps there are no hills. That said, please watch this space, as we could well find some hills very soon (not wanting to give anything away 😉). Cheers
I have returned to your comment,having now bought a Guerrilla 450, I can safely say, it flies up hills without any issue whatsoever 👍
If it had a bigger fuel tank, I think it would be the perfect bike.
You might be right, but even when calculating under the mpg RE claim, it is still about 192 miles per tank. Just means more fuel fill ups, but I would be ready for a break way before then anyway. It will be interesting to see how owners fair over the coming months. I have asked some, to come back on here to tell us how they are getting on with their new bikes, forming an overall opinion. If all the stars align for me, I will be able to tell you myself 😉
@@ianhughesroyalenfield thanks ,I'll keep an eye on the posts.
soooooooo....... did you get one?
Not yet, unfortunately I don’t have the finances in place at the moment, but I am trying to figure out how to rectify that 🤔😂. Cheers
Mind the bin wagon your riding like Freddie Dobbs 😅😊😂
Wouldn’t know, don’t watch him. 😂
@@ianhughesroyalenfield 🤣🤣🤣
It looks like it can't quite decide which rpm to idle at.
😂
Hi Ian, lost the video and only had sound to words the end don't no wy
Hmm, we have just watched it again on my television, and iPad to check, all fine here. Is it something your end Paul ?
Tried it on my wife’s phone too. All good.