You are such a clever bloke. I don't have the skills to achieve what you have done but I will be doing the evap delete and reg/rec relocation over winter. Thank you for sharing.
Hello Ian, your interceptor is looking very smart and tidy, excellent job. As for your comment about doing it yourself being tight, that's not the case at all, you do it yourself to make sure the job is done properly ! 😊 As for your Himalayan I've spotted in a few videos from others that Hitchcocks do a rear suspension lowering bracket which reduces the seat height and seems to be very popular with shorter riders, perhaps it might help for you getting on and off of yours so might be worth a look, not sure if it'll affect the ride quality though.
An interesting look you've gone for there Ian, I really like the exhaust system. I've used the starter button trick on several bikes I've wired from scratch, all the brown accessories are a bit to bike shed for me but it's your bike & they certainly contribute to the overall look your going for. I would be very interested to see how well the led headlight works in the dark, I would consider one on the function over form basis as I don't like the look of them. I've always thought RE dropped a ball not colour coding the side panels, if I wanted an interceptor it would have to be the canyon red model with black wheels & scorpion pipes.
I've enjoyed your Inty series a lot. I like your delivery and sense of old school ethics. I agree with you about folk not watching your videos on how to, the comments/questions are already answered if they can be bothered to watch. Sorry to hear the bad news re your back. Hopefully you can continue to ride something. ATB and Merry Christmas
Lovely work mate. I'm pretty AR with attention to detail as well. Great result with the exhaust mods and fitment. Well done. Sounds sweet. I bought the same CAT looking inserts for my Bobber which has Cone Engineering slip-ons from the US on it. Didn't change the sound but definitely took off some sharpness and marginally reduced the volume.
Well done, loved the interceptor upgrade series.. attention to detail, great custom ideas there, bike looks great, definitely the workmanship master Ian. ..I’m in full swing riding mine a lot here in Oz, forecast temp today 43 Degrees, stay well & warm, merry Christmas to you & Sue.. cheers from Phil & Sue in Oz 🇦🇺
Hi old school adv rider , you done amazing job on the bike and all you have done is so well done and hope you keep the bike and carry on putting more modes on . All your bikes are so well done and looket after keep up the great work and look after your self and your missis happy Christmas and New year
Great series on your Interceptor and I love all the improvements you made and the details you went into with your vlog video - I followed you as I had a 2022 INT and wanted to know more about the bike - I just sold mine as I realized I preferred my 650 Vstrom and am on the hunt now for a replacement Vstrom lightly used garage queen - nevertheless I enjoyed your vlogs and will continue my subscription as I find your content very educational and as a 76 year old biker I can never know it all so the helps I hope you are well and stay well as I’ve been following your downtimes with concern And as always Regards from Florida 🦩🦩🦩🦩
Nice one, or three... Love the new RE bikes, not had one for a while, my Harlie was sold to pay for work on our home near Balchik. Only a 30inch leg so need a low seat but like the new himalayan, i guess its too tall for me.
@@MeetthePotters certainly be different for you a Himalayan. Yes the new ones are top heavy. My Himalayan 411 is going to be for sale as I have been diagnosed with spondylitis. If you check out my videos you will see it is well sorted if it interest's you.
Great job! I have a spine issue as well. The sprung seat of my classic 500 has been great. I am really interested in the int650. My concern would be how much the seat affects your back? Does it hit hard when going over mild bumps? Did your back fair better with original bar height? As you have a slight lean forward.
I have just put some taller adjustable risers on that bring the bars up and back to me but it seems to be worse.if I hit a bump it sends shooting pain up my spine. I might try putting back to standard so I lean forward to see how it is. I have been diagnosed with spondylitis so the out look is not great. Thanks ian
Brilliant job Ian i have enjoyed this series on the Intercepter. Just got back from a 20 mile run after doing your rectifier mod to the front all seems good. Have you decided not to use the Givi rack?.
What a lovely job Ian. Lot's to like on this bike. Particularly those new handlebars, the side bags and mounting and the amazing sounding exhaust system!!!
It's looking good Ian. Definitely needs some effective baffles. As you age, you just have to keep downsizing. I'm down to 2x Enfield 350s and my weapon for choice locally is a Honda Grom. Buckets of fun. Lots of things to modify and 300km on 6,5 litres of petrol.
Not sure about that seat 😮 but to be fair it's the only thing on an interceptor I really can't stand , awful things as standard, like a friggin ironing board but less comfortable 😂😂😂
Hi Ian I'm looking at the interceptor but every time I get on the bike and place my feet on the floor I always bang my ankle, I've looked online to see if I can get foot peg readjustment plate or something like that, what would you suggest. I like what you have done to your interceptor and that's one reason why I'm looking to get one in the new year, but this is the only issue I find with the interceptor for me. Kind regards Kev
Lovely detailing.
Beautiful. Just what I might do.
You are such a clever bloke. I don't have the skills to achieve what you have done but I will be doing the evap delete and reg/rec relocation over winter. Thank you for sharing.
Fair play, the bike looks and sounds awesome, what a great job. 👍
Great attention to detail-absolutely beautiful and sounds incredible.
Many thanks!
Hello Ian, your interceptor is looking very smart and tidy, excellent job.
As for your comment about doing it yourself being tight, that's not the case at all, you do it yourself to make sure the job is done properly ! 😊
As for your Himalayan I've spotted in a few videos from others that Hitchcocks do a rear suspension lowering bracket which reduces the seat height and seems to be very popular with shorter riders, perhaps it might help for you getting on and off of yours so might be worth a look, not sure if it'll affect the ride quality though.
An interesting look you've gone for there Ian, I really like the exhaust system. I've used the starter button trick on several bikes I've wired from scratch, all the brown accessories are a bit to bike shed for me but it's your bike & they certainly contribute to the overall look your going for. I would be very interested to see how well the led headlight works in the dark, I would consider one on the function over form basis as I don't like the look of them. I've always thought RE dropped a ball not colour coding the side panels, if I wanted an interceptor it would have to be the canyon red model with black wheels & scorpion pipes.
Great job and finnish going to do the front spring job and regulater..take care Ian👍
Thanks 👍
I've enjoyed your Inty series a lot. I like your delivery and sense of old school ethics. I agree with you about folk not watching your videos on how to, the comments/questions are already answered if they can be bothered to watch. Sorry to hear the bad news re your back. Hopefully you can continue to ride something. ATB and Merry Christmas
Thanks
Nice job Ian 😎👌
Thanks 👍
Bike looks and sounds awesome, those bars look like a X-75 Hurricane/ Trident style from the 70s.
Thank you
I think that's a keeper....👍
Sure is
Lovely work mate. I'm pretty AR with attention to detail as well. Great result with the exhaust mods and fitment. Well done.
Sounds sweet. I bought the same CAT looking inserts for my Bobber which has Cone Engineering slip-ons from the US on it. Didn't change the sound but definitely took off some sharpness and marginally reduced the volume.
Thanks 👍
Well done, loved the interceptor upgrade series.. attention to detail, great custom ideas there, bike looks great, definitely the workmanship master Ian. ..I’m in full swing riding mine a lot here in Oz, forecast temp today 43 Degrees, stay well & warm, merry Christmas to you & Sue.. cheers from Phil & Sue in Oz 🇦🇺
Thanks, will do! All the best to You and Sue
Lovely transformation, I really like the exhaust system 👍👍👍
Thank you! 👍
Sweeeet. Very easy to spot that you know your skills well.. Nice to see someone do such a crisp job. Impressed.
Thank you very much!
I'm not giving you a bollicking, that cracked me up. I'll watch the video again to see where you bought your camo jacket🤗
I'll save you time🤣Bought it about 20 years ago from a bike rally when it was pissing down
Impressive work and not over the top.
Thank you! Cheers!
Nice seeing your face light-up with a smile when you revved the engine!
Beautiful machine!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Stunning machine there, done a fantastic job of choosing the right parts to suit the bike, can see the 60s 70s vibe to it. congrats and enjoy :D
Many thanks!
My Interceptor is done but I’d love to get a 19” front wheel.
We like that, it looks great.
Thanks
Hi old school adv rider , you done amazing job on the bike and all you have done is so well done and hope you keep the bike and carry on putting more modes on . All your bikes are so well done and looket after keep up the great work and look after your self and your missis happy Christmas and New year
Thanks, you too!
Love it
Thanks
Good therapy!
The best
It looks amazing Ian , well done , love the bars & pipes
Thank you! Cheers!
Lovely bike Ian, same rear light and indicators, just love the interceptor 🙂👍🏍🇬🇧
You and me both!
Enjoyed you're series on the interceptor, I loved the smile when you started her up, as you'd say. Lovely
Glad you enjoyed it
Great series on your Interceptor and I love all the improvements you made and the details you went into with your vlog video - I followed you as I had a 2022 INT and wanted to know more about the bike - I just sold mine as I realized I preferred my 650 Vstrom and am on the hunt now for a replacement Vstrom lightly used garage queen - nevertheless I enjoyed your vlogs and will continue my subscription as I find your content very educational and as a 76 year old biker I can never know it all so the helps
I hope you are well and stay well as I’ve been following your downtimes with concern
And as always Regards from Florida 🦩🦩🦩🦩
Nice one, or three... Love the new RE bikes, not had one for a while, my Harlie was sold to pay for work on our home near Balchik. Only a 30inch leg so need a low seat but like the new himalayan, i guess its too tall for me.
@@MeetthePotters certainly be different for you a Himalayan. Yes the new ones are top heavy. My Himalayan 411 is going to be for sale as I have been diagnosed with spondylitis. If you check out my videos you will see it is well sorted if it interest's you.
Prediction ... Risers will pull back on the Himmy 😀😀
Looks awesome!
Congratulations!
Thank you!
Great job! I have a spine issue as well. The sprung seat of my classic 500 has been great. I am really interested in the int650. My concern would be how much the seat affects your back? Does it hit hard when going over mild bumps? Did your back fair better with original bar height? As you have a slight lean forward.
I have just put some taller adjustable risers on that bring the bars up and back to me but it seems to be worse.if I hit a bump it sends shooting pain up my spine.
I might try putting back to standard so I lean forward to see how it is. I have been diagnosed with spondylitis so the out look is not great.
Thanks ian
Bummer. I have stenosis of my L4 and collapsed disc. I feel your pain. Lol😂
Brilliant job Ian i have enjoyed this series on the Intercepter.
Just got back from a 20 mile run after doing your rectifier mod to the front all seems good.
Have you decided not to use the Givi rack?.
@IanVessey spoils the look
What a lovely job Ian. Lot's to like on this bike. Particularly those new handlebars, the side bags and mounting and the amazing sounding exhaust system!!!
Many thanks!
Nice mods to the Interceptor. Glad you are nearing the end. On to the next mods. Can't wait to see and hear it on the road.
Cheers
BJ
Thanks
It's looking good Ian. Definitely needs some effective baffles.
As you age, you just have to keep downsizing.
I'm down to 2x Enfield 350s and my weapon for choice locally is a Honda Grom. Buckets of fun. Lots of things to modify and 300km on 6,5 litres of petrol.
Not sure about that seat 😮 but to be fair it's the only thing on an interceptor I really can't stand , awful things as standard, like a friggin ironing board but less comfortable 😂😂😂
Personally I think the mudguards should be black to match the frame, royal Enfield used a silver that really doesn’t match anything else on the bike.
@@N22CHT At the moment it picks up the cylinder head,same colour and the top of the rear shocks
Hi Ian I'm looking at the interceptor but every time I get on the bike and place my feet on the floor I always bang my ankle, I've looked online to see if I can get foot peg readjustment plate or something like that, what would you suggest. I like what you have done to your interceptor and that's one reason why I'm looking to get one in the new year, but this is the only issue I find with the interceptor for me.
Kind regards Kev
@@kevinmurphy7138 to be honest I don't have that problem.
Don't know if Hitchcock's do anything
@iantoy7778 Thanks for replying , really enjoying your channel matey
Thanks for the beer / coffee