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Suzuki M109 Boulevard GULF 4K
Short documentary on the development and creation of the Suzuki M109 Gulf Special
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2022 Royal Enfield Classic 350 SOUND 4k
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Just the awesome sound of the Royal Enfield 350 motor
Honda XL 750 Transalp - Barrett Exhaust Great Sound
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Installing the slip-on silencer and full sound run
Royal Enfield Bullet 500 v Classic 350J -- What's the Difference?
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Back-to-back riding comparison of the old 500 motor and the new J Series 350 motor. What's the difference?
Royal Enfield Classic 350 Satellite Navigation Installation
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Step-by-step Classic 350 Royal Enfield Satellite Navigation installation
Honda RUNE History and Review -- Plus Royal Enfield Classic 350 Comparison
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History and Review of the Honda Rune They made it because they could! Plus bonus Royal Enfield Classic 350 Comparison
Hunter 350 vs Classic 350 Royal Enfield Comparison
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Back-to-back comparison of the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and Classic 350 Riding, sound, feel, fun! #royalenfield #royalenfieldclassic350 #hunter350
Spyder RT Screen Removal and Ride Report
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How to remove the screen from a Can Am Spyder RT and report on the pros and cons of doing so
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 / 865 FuelTank Replacement
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Changing fuel tanks on a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650. Mr. Black gets a new tank.
SCRAM 411 Tank Panel Removal 4K
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Royal Enfield Scram 411 Tank Panel Overview and Removal
1974 Suzuki T500 Titan Restoration
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Beautifully restored 1974 Suzuki T500 Titan Walk around, talk about and model history overview.
Benelli TNT135 -- Bike review and Ride Report
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The little Benelli TNT135 is so much fun! It's engaging and rewarding to ride!
2017 Can Am Spyder RT Fuel Can Holder
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The stuff to buy, the stuff to make and how to do it. It's easier than you'd think.
Modular Helmet GoPro Chin Mount
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How to fit a GoPro Camera Centre Chin Mount to a Modular Helmet: All the information you'll need - How to do it, what you'll need, where to get the parts, pros and cons
Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram - First Impressions - Ride review - What are the other bike options?
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#royalenfieldscram #scram #royalenfield Reviewing the Australian delivered Himalayan Scram 411 and looking at the other available bike options.
Royal Enfield Interceptor 865 vs Continental GT 650 High Comp - Is the 865 kit worth it?
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Royal Enfield Interceptor 865 vs Continental GT 650 High Comp - Is the 865 kit worth it?
Himalayan 16 Tooth Sprocket Conversion
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Himalayan 16 Tooth Sprocket Conversion
Royal Enfield Himalayan Engine Mods and Ride Report
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Royal Enfield Himalayan Engine Mods and Ride Report
Shoei Neotec II - Sena SRL Communication System Installation - Part 2 - Testing
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Shoei Neotec II - Sena SRL Communication System Installation - Part 2 - Testing
Shoei Neotec II - Sena SRL Communication System Installation - Part 1
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Shoei Neotec II - Sena SRL Communication System Installation - Part 1
2020 Can Am Spyder RT Fuel Can Installation -- 5L can fixed to passenger foot board mounting screws
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2020 Can Am Spyder RT Fuel Can Installation 5L can fixed to passenger foot board mounting screws
2015 Honda Valkyrie GL1800 F6C - Talk About
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2015 Honda Valkyrie GL1800 F6C - Talk About
Royal Enfield Interceptor / Continental GT 865 - Talk About
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Royal Enfield Interceptor / Continental GT 865 - Talk About
I appreciate the historic overview so much, deciding what to get for my very first bike. Cheers 🍻
@@vedran.brozovic Thanks, Vedran. I’m pleased you enjoyed the video. I hope you have fun during the process of getting your first bike and hopefully it will be the start of a lifelong source of enjoyment for you. Cheers, Len
I just bought a 1970 Titan today! Very cool bikes
thank you! grettings from argentina!
@@Ramonesletsgo1 Thanks. Greetings from Australia 👍
Anyone have a PDF version of the TM available for the t500?
I remember well when they first appeared in the U.K. back in the late sixties.I was 16 and lusted after one for years!In my humble opinion,one of the nicest looking bikes ever made!
That‘s one classy RE. Tastefully done.
Late to the party here. One advantage of the UCE 500 is the hydraulic valve lifters, no valve clearence adjustment necessary. The diagram of the pushrod arrangment shown does not relate to the later 500.
@@Vanrides. Hi, Vanrides. Thanks for clarifying that. Wrong diagram 🤦♂️ Cheers, Len
i have 2009 and 2019 500 love them.
Love my classic 350
I would take the old one over the new any day!
I've seen some refer to them as chicken fillets, i've seen at least one correct comment, these are just something to hide the bar that the Himmy tank bars are mounted to. I really like the look of them on my Skyline blue Scram.
What do you think about converting a RE650 to a dual carb system, such as using Mikuni TM32mm carbs?
@@breadgarlichouse2265 For someone who loves tinkering with carbs, it would be an interesting experiment, for sure.
@@motostralia5563 do you think the 32mm is an appropriate size?
@@breadgarlichouse2265 I know that Hitchcocks sell a single carb 32mm conversion kit, so I m sure that would be appropriate for the 650 motor. They say that it gives increased power and torque, so if you’re considering doing the conversion, I’d go for it. If you do, please let us know how it goes. All the best, Len
@@motostralia5563 I’ve got pictures of it installed over the weekend. I used two 32mm Mikuni. But I can’t post pictures on CZcams. Had to have two custom 70mm metal flange adapters made. 60mm rubber flanges are easy to find, but 70mm was difficult to find. **The Hitcock single 32mm carb kit meant for the RE500 classic** So in theory, I guess you could buy two, but I’m not sure how mm is the metal flange adapter that comes with it
The RE 650 also has pushrods that clicky clacky all day....terrible.
@@jerseyjoe82364 Greetings, jerseyjoe. I think you might have meant to say that the old model Classic 350/500s have pushrods. Cheers, Len
Fantastic video !!!
@@user-nf4kq9kv5v Thanks,I’m pleased you enjoyed it. Cheers, Len
I've got the Classic350 because there was a great OTR deal going for stock clearance in the UK. But as a returning biker who prefers 'thumpers', I miss the kickstart and fine tuning the carbs.....the days of sitting on the garage floor & tinkering, beer to hand and 70's-80's rock & metal playing on the stereo. So I'll likely go for a newer RE Classic500 with it's kickstart, then eventually put a carb conversion back on. That's if I don't find a reasonable price 60's-70's Triumph Bonnie first.
@@niallwildwoode7373 I like your style, Niall. Old school certainly has its charms. All the best in your search for a golden oldie. But, but in the mean time, enjoy the 350; they’re a great bike. Cheers, Len
I just bought a black 2004 yesterday. Its art IMO. I don't plan on doing much riding. Will clean out my garage for the delivery next week.
Very helpful video, thank you!
@@rayhayden Thanks, Ray. I’m pleased you were able to get something helpful from the video. All the beast with your riding adventures. Cheers, Len
I think if you never rode a 500 then the 350 would be fine. Personally I prefer the old bike feel with the old bike look on the Royal Enfields. I think they took a step backwards on valve adjustments on the new bike.
Hi, flatcapcaferacer. Yes I agree that the old 500 has a charm lacking in the new 350. I’ve owned three 500s and really enjoyed the feel and character of the motor. However, for me, the new motor is refined, smooth and quite torquey for a 350. It’s an easier bike to live with. Also, the gearbox is an absolute delight to use. But again, it doesn’t have the same character of the 500. Thanks for your thoughts. Cheers, Len
Lastima que es en inglés en español pofavor
Ojalá pudiera ayudarte, pero mi español no es bueno. Lo siento.
My classic 500 has over 20K Km on the clock and it's day and night when compared to one that hasn't been run in (like the one in your video). The vibrations come down and the motor becomes far more lively / peppy / responsive throughout the rev range.
Finally someone describe real differences between himalayan and scram. You make the point. Short but very useful review.
Also another approach to be considered - remove weight wherever possible - rear light assembly replaced , center stand removed , 2 to 1 exhaust eliminates 1 muffler , solo seat , LED head light , LED signal pods , replace the lead acid battery with a Lithium Ion one. You should be able to reduce the weight by 30 plus pounds and that will also make a difference.
The clunkiness of the transmission may be due to the stock clutch running hot. Rekluse makes a kit that is tailored to the R.E. 650's that have the 743cc and 863cc big-bore kits.
Hi, Frederick. When I modified the motor I installed an S&S heavy duty clutch. A heavier clutch, as you suggest, is really necessary to cope with the extra power and torque. Unfortunately, the clutch was never great from the day I bought it. Cheers, Len
@@motostralia5563having installed my Rekluse clutch kit (at 42,000 miles) I can honestly say it instantly makes the shifting "clunky", the solution was/is to put the stock springs back in; it is back to being the best shifting bike I've ever owned. The springs supplied with the Rekluse clutch kit are short and very stout, they are out-of-character with the bike's light shifting nature.
A few years ago I bought two of the S&S 750cc (743cc) big bore kits and installed the first one in mid-2023 when my 2020 Interceptor had 28,000 miles on it. I also installed the S&S camshaft while doing all the work myself except the liner installation which I had a machine shop do including cross-hatch. Doing the work myself, total cost of the big-bore kit, camshaft, machine shop fees and parts was just over $1,100. That was 14,000 miles ago (now 6•10•24). Totally different bike! Have been riding well over 1,000 miles per month and can't leave it parked....my Triumphs (Thruxton and Speed Twin) feel heavy and slow compared to the 750INT which weighs less (195kg) and has another gear (6 vs 5-speed). This is the best money spent to easily and dependably give a 650 R.E. the throttle authority of a 900.
Thanks for the vid, nice job. I'm considering putting one on my Vstrom 800, for the reasons you mentioned. Wondering how they go for noise on a long trip. Cheers.
Hi, Gusto. Thanks for your compliment. I found no problem at all with the pipe on a long trip. I do wear ear plugs every time I ride, however if you ride without plugs and found it too noisy, you could always put in one of the baffles and choose your level of volume. It’s a simple job. I hope this helps. All the best with the VStrom 800 👍 Cheers, Len
@@motostralia5563 thanks Len, that feedback is super helpful. I always wear earplugs on longer trips too. Happy riding!
Bullet proof bottom end. I have a 2017 Continental GT and love it. I also had a Triumph 2022 1200 Speed twin which I didn't like. I'm not sure if it was a tire thing with the Triumph but it always felt twitchy on the road and didn't inspire confidence in the twisties. I traded that in on 2024 BMW RS1250.
I agree with Charles about the Speed Twin 1200; mine is so "snatchy" throttle wise it reminds me of a 2-stroke, I installed the Ducati spacers and it still is annoying to ride even in rain mode. Shouldn't have to get a new bike re-flashed to make it run smoothly, the emissions tune from the factory is probably to blame.
Those highway pets are the slickest ones I’ve ever seen!
I haven’t seen him use them yet. But they certainly look great 👍
I can't help feeling that RE missed a trick with these panels. With a little redesign on the fastener, and maybe a stronger material, they could have used one as a kickstand plate for soft ground. Or made them a little thicker so they could be used as storage for a first aid kit or similar
Would be nice to know what it sounds like with more than 4000 rpm
Yep, I overlooked doing that, eh? 🫤
Pickup a scram for $5k AUD and I love it
Hi, from 6.25 are you recording your voice throught the sena? If so to what device?
Hi, Richie. I was recording straight to the Go Pro 10. Cheers, Len
Hey mate where’d you the dyno mapping done? I’m over in wa and wanting to do the 865 kit but there’s no one close that tunes them
Hi, Joel. Apologies for the tardy reply. I had the tuning done by a guy near Bathurst, NSW. But, I guess that doesn’t help you very much. Have you tried calling dealers to see if they know of anyone? Sometimes the best guys operate from backyard workshops. All the best with your search. Cheers, Len
No worries thanks mate I’ll try a few places and see if I can send the tuner over and get it flashed with a similar map to what I have mod wise
Stop the horrible noise.
Honestly, if I ever felt like converting a 650 RE into an 850cc, I would just sell the bike and get a T100 or T120 and be done with it. Or, get a Bonneville from the get go if you are considering this much money to upgrade the RE.
Many questions answered so very nicely & most importantly very very very PRACTICALLY. Nowadays people do mods for just to say I DID IT. 😊 SO SO SO GOOD. The only thing I missed is a hany typed list of mods. Nice to see it on the somment box.
Thanks for your kind words; much appreciated. Cheers, Len
Excellent!
I ride this road a lot, got the same bike but 2024. I’ll give you a wave if I see you out and about.
I’ll keep an eye out for you, Bob 😃
You would think its to "guard" the tank but nope. Someone hit my Scram while parked on its centre stand. Fell on its right side, bent the handle bar aaaand, pushed this panel into the tank and dented it. The deepest dent was caused by that Allen key bolt at the back of the panel. Now I'm thinking of removing them too, thanks for the video.
That’s so not good 🤦♂️ Thanks for watching 👍 Cheers, Len
great bike i have a blue one for 20 years now
Nice bike. I have just bought a Canyon Red, not my choice of colour necessarily but it was ex-demo at a very good price. Is the seat/cowl set you have from the Continental? and is it comfortable?
Hi, thanks for watching. The Continental seat is quite comfortable - for me, it more comfortable than the Interceptor seat. All the best with your new bike, I hope you ride a lot of happy miles on it ✌️
I can't budge the sprocket holding nut... is it lefty loosey????
Yes, it’s right hand thread. It needs a sharp shock with the chain pretensioned tight at the top between the front sprocket and the rear sprocket. I used a pneumatic impact driver, but can be done with a normal socket and breaker bar if it’s given a sharp crack with a heavy hammer. Sounds confusing, I know. All the best. Len
@motostralia5563 thanks for the quick reply. I have a breaker bar and socket. But need to tension the chain... or stop it from turning the back wheel..
@@murrayhyde4902 Correct, any slack on the chain will reduce the impact of whatever is it you use to “shock” the nut - usually a heavy ish hammer. Of course, make sure you undo the locking tab ( which I’m sure you have done).
This is great comparison video. It's very useful for someone like me that interesting at stage 2 modification (high compression pistons and high lifting camshaft) because there's no one doing this modification in Thailand. Thanks for sharing.
shipping and importing the to Thailand would be expensive due to high import taxes in Thailand on motorcycle parts
I’m 6ft love the bike think I’m to tall
Greetings, at 6ft you’d certainly be a tad champed, but most people are too tall or too big for this bike 😁 It’s all part of the fun 👍 Cheers, Len
_Most_ folks will choose based on esthetics. Me, I adore the Classic looks, but functionally would go for the Hunter - lighter, nimbler, higher practical highway speed.
Thank you very much....
Good review, I think the 500 has not been run in, they don't smooth out until at least 3000miles, stick a 19 Tooth sprocket & carberry reduction plate on, it makes a difference vibe wise and cruising speed, I did ride them both back to back and the 350 seemed characterless.. The 500 has more guts as well, clear choice for me.
Thank you very much for your reply... I have just booked Scram 411. So following some interesting videos regarding the bike.... How is your experience with the bike???
It’s a great bike with no issues apart from the engine cutting out a couple of times when stopped at lights. It seems that this is/was a problem with some bikes, but dealers are now aware of it. All the best with your adventures on your 411, enjoy 👍
You must have reduced a little bit of weight after this modification..... Looking nice....
Hi, Prasad. The panels and the bar that held them really didn’t weigh enough to make a difference that could be felt when riding. However, the bike did feel less bulky, but that was probably just an aesthetic thing. Cheers, Len
Good dayTo you 12 months ago I purchased my Royal Enfield Hunter 350 living in England we don’t have the benefits of the good warm weather as you do but I must say that it has been enjoyable riding the hunter 350 in between the showers. I don’t ride bikes in the winter as the rules are, wetwet and fast amount of salt on the road. Put on my bike 1100 miles and I still get to get my first Service done.. I must say that for The summer autumn period of last year I really enjoyed the film of a new Motorcycle it’s classic. It does have a modern classic look. I see this because I also ride triumph Bonneville T 120 which is also a modern take on an old designs of the 1959 series getting back to the Royal Enfield. I find the right very comfortable. It’s great and traffic gives you a lot of miles per gallon and that is a must be with the price of gas as as they are in the UK think it holds the road very well there has been talked that the standard tires video on that grave but I’ve not yet had a problem with that spot of driving is around 60 to 65 and the speed max is kept at 71 miles an hour for my overallof the last year I am so very pleased with my purchase of the 350. It’s a great bike for going into town this Sunday gentle rides out in the countryside. and most of all, does it value you for Money? I think the Royal Enfield hunter 350 , offer value for money and a don’t break The bank sale price on the road £3899, I am of the age of 70 years many motorcycles from the age 17 until the present day and I look home the bikes that I have had over this period of time I want to be right a classic cruise I have The Triumph 1200 , the hunter 350 has got some of the looks of the T120, What is a different legal between them both? Both? Look like a classic Motorcycle with Heritages of history. I’m the first place for both of us these motorcycles Great Britain.
Hi great video, how does the gearbox compare from these two modified bikes to the stock? Are they as smooth? Cheers
Hi, Nick. I’m pleased you enjoyed the video. The gearbox on Jono’s GT was good. Unfortunately, the gearbox on my 865 was not great from new. However, having the work done to the motors on each bike had no effect on the operation of their gearboxes. The 865 did need a heavier clutch with more plates to handle the increased power and torque from the motor, but that didn’t affect the gearbox. Directly after riding these two bikes I had the opportunity to ride a stock Interceptor as well as a stock GT. The gearbox on one was not great, but the other was quite good. Interestingly, the gearbox on my first RE650 GT Continental was definitely the best gearbox on any bike I’ve ever owned. All of this has me thinking that gearbox quality is/was not uniform across all machines at the time of my riding them. I’m not sure if others have found this to be the case; I can only say that at the time, gearbox quality seemed to be random. However, that may not be the case now. Cheers, Len