Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 | Owners 16 month review.
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- Whilst out for a ride in the Lake District, I thought I would share a few thoughts, on my Interceptor 650, after 16 months of ownership. I also mention the modifications I have carried out, and the reasons for them. The weather could have been better, but there are still some scenic rear camera clips to enjoy. I hope you enjoy the video, and consider leaving a comment.
Thanks for watching.
Ian
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Sorry about the lame ending, I got my timings all wrong. I did quite a lengthy summing up further down the road I was about to join here (the A591 towards Kendal), not realising that the battery had expired, doh !
Yes I know that one moment well, or the camera has turned itself off, beepbeep, the joys of vlogging.
@@mototakahe836 ha ha, yes. Turned itself off, them mysteriously turned itself back on again further down the road. Grim. Thanks.
I've had sports bikes all my life, I now own a Enfield interceptor and I've been given a new lease of life, absolutely love it 👍🏍😁
The Interceptor truly is a brilliant bike. Proves you can have fun without going at silly speeds. Cheers
Did you had any issues with rust?
No rust whatsoever on mine, but I do keep it in tip top condition. No doubt, if uncared for, as with any motorcycle, there maybe corrosion, but I honestly haven’t seen any with rust. If the polished alloy casings aren’t kept on top of, they can fade, and even fur up, but you have to really neglect them for that to happen. Hope this answers your question. Cheers.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield thank you very much for this response sir. I live in northern Italy and winter is a very wet season in here, that's why I'm asking about rust, but I do have a garage so that's not a big of issue. Can't wait to buy this bike
@@stoneroses9350 our summers can be very wet lol. Some people use ACF50 to protect the metal work (loads of vids on UA-cam). I tend to just spray a WD40 type product onto a cloth, and wipe over brightwork/frame etc. I do however put mine away in a shed over the winter months. The Interceptor is truly a brilliant bike, I am sure you won't be disappointed. If you haven't seen his channel already, Stuart Fillingham has some very informative videos, worth a look. All the best
Bought my Ravishing Red in June 2019 in San Diego California. It's a 60's/70's British bike without the leaks, vibrations or malfunctions.
Well over 22,000 miles and a burned out tail light bulb so far. 100 mph. 75 mpg to a US gallon. Runs perfectly from the desert to over 10,232 ft.
Michelin Pilots.
Now pirelli sport demons.
Dragging pegs, pipes, center stand.
Totally agree, I took the hero blobs off the foot pegs, touched down far to easily 😎, not down to the stand though 😳, left all that behaviour behind in the 90’s 😂 cheers.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield I've actually dragged both pipes in front of the mufflers. Sport demons really grip.
@@burtvhulberthyhbn7583 wow !
Nice summary Ian. I’ve had a 2021 Baker Express for 3 months and find it an enchanting bike. I still have my Ducati but the RE is just fantastic to jump on and ride anywhere anytime
Yes, it does anything and everything most people could want, in my humble opinion. Thanks for the comment, much appreciated.
Also,with all that rain, good review of its handeling in realweather..on real roads,top job
She performs perfectly in all conditions. She is more capable than me lol. Cheers
Nice video, I'm thinking of buying a new Interceptor, I've currently got a Honda CB300r, which I got about 10 months ago after not riding for 28 years, so I'm a born again biker. Never been to the Lake District, Maybe with a new bike I'd get out of London a bit more.
Best thing I can suggest, is to take one out for a test ride. I don’t know much about the little Honda, but you may find the Interceptor quite a bit heavier to manoeuvre. Out on the open road, you barely notice the weight. You definitely need to get out of London, there are some cracking roads to explore. All the best, and thanks for the comment.
The views were great, the Bike was great and a great video. Thanks
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it.
RE are very popular in India.......its a dream to own one there
They are also very popular here too, and I am so pleased I own one. A beautiful bike. Thanks
Another great video. Seems you are as happy with yours as I am with my Ravishing Red Interceptor 👍
Absolutely, they are brilliant bikes. I forgot to mention the amazing choice of colours available, you can tell my vids aren't scripted lol. Cheers
Well done Ian, nice review and great scenery even with the fog, thank you!
Thank you, roll on the spring when we can get amongst it again 😄
Ive had few sport bikes(250s etc/400cc) also,a 1200cc HD blah blah,im halfway saved cash for outright buying rather than finance,and yea sportbikes,just never really made me..happy like the old cb,bsa naked uprights i had,but youknow when your younger you sell stuff without thinking much about the future and .umm what you really enjoy about your motorcycling fun and pleasure..
Yes indeed, hindsight is a wonderful thing. 🙄. Cheers
I have to agree that the MT09 Tracer seat was the original plank. I have the touring seat as well on my Interceptor 2020 Glitter and Dust, love this little bike. It is about 50 years, yes 50 years since I rode that neck of the woods,at a young 74 now, I loved every minute of the ride. Thank you
Brilliant, so pleased you enjoyed it. Thanks for the comment, keep on riding 👌
I love mine would never get rid of it.Just put in an awesome frame of mind
Likewise, a fantastic on road all rounder.
This was great for giving me a feel of the interceptor 650. do you think that the RE long fly shield would provide better wind protection, or would it just result in more buffeting?
I think the taller screen would just result in buffering, as it is not tall enough to offer any wind deflection/protection. Some owners have fitted full retro wind shields (handlebar mounted), of the type you look through, but I don't think they suit the bike (personal choice). Glad you found the video useful. I was going to mention fairing options when I came across the two cyclists on the pass, then forgot to carry on with it.🙄.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield Righto, thanks. I may well buy this bike and I think I will go with the short fly screen, as you did.
@@GapBahnDirk it's a great bike, I am sure you won't be disappointed. Cheers
@@GapBahnDirk I'm running a tall fly. It covers the clocks not much else.
@@burtvhulberthyhbn7583 Good info' thank you!
guess the ride ended up being the review and it was a great review. the movie speaks for itself. excellent.
Yes, I should have just ended the video with a summing up where this thumbnail photo was taken. Hey ho 🙄. Thanks for the comment, much appreciated.
Finally! A black one being ridden, like mine!
The best colour ha ha, no they are all gorgeous 😉😂
Great video they ate great are to ride 👍
Absolutely, glad you enjoyed the ride. Cheers
Great review. Ive been watching everything available on this bike as I have a demo ride this Friday with the view of buying the euro mk2 model. I also am considering having the scorpion silencers and the touring seat fitted. I'm coming from a big Harley 1700 so am looking forward to a less stressful ride. Thanks again for a great video with well articulated comments.
Thank you so much for your kind comments. As you can gather, I do love my Interceptor, she has everything for me. I am sure you will notice a massive difference compared to the HD, it will feel like you are riding a moped 😂. The scorpions, although not the cheapest, have the most pleasing note with the baffles in place, but if you want more of a throb, just remove them. It is a bit of a fiddly job, but still only about 5 mins. As for the seat, some fit the one off the GT650, as they say it is more comfortable. I just prefer the look of the Interceptor seat. I truly hope that you enjoy your test ride, try to take the bike for an extended ride, not just once around the block. That way you will get a true feel for the little beauty. Let me know how you get on. All the best, and thanks again.
@@ianhughesroyalenfield will do Ian. I'm actually looking at the new Premium touring seat so we'll see how that looks and feels. Thanks again. I'm sure if I buy I'll be asking you lots of questions regarding upgrades 😁😂🤞
@@shaungara3333 no problem
@@shaungara3333 how did you get on with the test ride ?
@@ianhughesroyalenfield Picking the Interceptor 650 Euro E5 Friday. Put a few extras on to bump the price up🙈. Scorpion silencers, tall screen and some Bar end mirrors to start with. Weather looks good for Friday so am excited to get used to the bike👍
Awesome ride
Thank you. Kind regards. Ride safe.
A word of caution to prospective buyers.
I had a 2021 Interceptor.
Lovely to look at and nice to ride around town.
But you car they what you pay for.
In my 1400km of ownership I have to say the bike delivered me a few dissapointments.
Cutting out at lights , difficulty
Sorry for the late reply, only just seen your comment. I have done over 2000 miles, without any issues. I have heard of people having problems with grease in the relay’s, causing the bike to cut out. Maybe it was that, just a thought, but any bike could have issues from new.
hola Ian, veo todos tus videos, tengo una RE orange crush marzo 2021, me encanta como conduces y los lugares por donde paseas, hago lo mismo los días domingo, gracias por poner la herramienta de traducción. Antonio, Córdoba R Argentina
Hola Antonio, estoy muy contento de que veas y disfrutes mis videos de viajes, he usado el traductor de Google para esto, espero que tenga sentido. Gracias por el comentario y viaja seguro. 👍
@@ianhughesroyalenfield gracias Ian, te sigo viendo en los paseo👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@@ianhughesroyalenfield Wow!! Those subjunctives. Very impressive.
@@mototakahe836 I am pleased you are impressed. Bodes well for future videos ha ha. Cheers
Sometimes seeing near nothing is a marvel unto itself.
The exhaust noise. The gear whine. The rattling rotors.
A cacophony?
Or a symphony.
Well, when put so poetically, I get what you are saying. Cheers
@@ianhughesroyalenfield it's all on your video.
Great I’m waiting to get one of these bikes same colour as yours found your ride through the lakes fun to watch I migrated to Australia 30 years ago and shipped my Rocket Goldie over with me been rebuilding her this year but I want something I can stop on in my older years the old drum brakes don’t cut it
But she will be good for club runs and shows, thanks for the ride 👍
Yes, the ability to stop without causing concern is a bonus. Envious of your Rocket Goldstar, but I agree that certain “mod cons” are a necessity. The ABS brakes have definitely more feel to others bikes I have owned/ridden, but as I mentioned in the video, the rear on mine is lacking in bite. A lovely plan you have set yourself, two great bikes to enjoy. Thanks for the comment.
hi Ian, thanks for showing us the countryside..
quick question did you get the touring seat that’s goes with gt650 or int650 touring seat …i see there 2 different ones i think ?
Hi, I bought the Interceptor Touring Seat, as I prefer the look. Although some say it makes no difference, it worked for me. Some owners buy the GT650 Touring Seat, plus the cowl which can be fitted over the pillion part. Thanks for the kind comment, much appreciated.
i really enjoyed this video. thanks for taking the time to make it.
Thank you, your comment means a lot, glad you enjoyed it.
I am so pleased you are happy with my fork Preloaded Spacers, they really do make a big difference.
Your showing your experience here. I agree with every comment you make.
It's frightening, it's like listening to myself !!
I particularly agree with you about the Pirelli SuperComps, marvellous tyre, I am on my third rear and second front. They have been very confidence inspiring both in the wet and dry.
👍😎
Absolutely Graham, nothing wrong with the tyres. As for experience, probably one of the only benefits of getting older. 😂. Thanks for the comment. Much appreciated.
I'm getting 4k miles from sport demons. I only got 4k from the thin treaded Brazilian phantoms.
Thanks a lot I enjoyed that All the best from Ireland
Thank you, so pleased you enjoyed the ride. Please have a look at my other vids, plenty more rides like this. You have some fine scenery on the Emerald Isle too.
yss springs shocks chalk n cheese to stockers
Yes indeed, they really are brilliant. Although I say in the video that I won’t change the front, I might do when funds allow. My only concern is that I don’t think you can fit them with the standard handlebars/position due to the adjusters which come with the kit, and I quite like the riding position as is. Cheers for the comment.
Beautiful place to be riding.
I am truly blessed to live close to such beautiful scenery, with excellent roads and lanes. Have a look at my other vids, some stunning views. Thanks for the comment.
I’ve stopped the video at 21m 20s as being fairly local to this area and knowing how the weather can be I’m expecting you to emerge from the fog into glorious sunshine as you get higher up Kirkstone pass, let’s see if I’m right !
I won’t spoil it for you then 😉
@@ianhughesroyalenfield I wasn’t too far wrong, good video 👍🏻
@@adrianstrand1120 as you can tell, I was gutted about the fog/mist on this and my other video from the same day. I ride these roads often enough to know the oddities, but gutted all the same lol. Cheers for the comments.
Ian, nice video thankyou. What seat luggage have you, looks good?
Hi, thanks. The bag is just a cheap “autokicker” tail bag off that well known auction site. Perfect for small items, small bottle of water, sandwiches, cloth etc.
Many thanks. All the best, Justin.
@@justinnimmo6583 you are most welcome 👍