Don't buy an Interceptor 650 until you've watched this!
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- Having had an extended time with the brilliant new Royal Enfield 650 Interceptor I've learned a few things about the bike, stuff that you may not realise from just a brief test ride. Stick around and stay tuned for my top five things you need to know about the bike before you buy!
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It's an under rated quality in a bike.
Value for money.
The reason most of us got a bike in our younger years.
A bike is supposed to be cheap transport.
Retro simplicity.
Yep, I recall a new Ford Poplar- a really nasty basic car was 5K, a Kawasaki GPz 1100 B1 fuel injected was about 1800 quid new. Then Denis Healy put car tax onto new bikes, and a GPz was then over 2K. But still cheaper than a crappy car.
Now, you can get a fairish car for under the price of a lot of bikes, however, I think the Chinese 125s and Enfields may well restore the balance, maybe people will wake up to the fact that the latest superbike does not bestow McGuinness/Dunlop/Rossi on them, and that the bikes, fantastic as they are, are just too over the top for the roads now, great for track day folks though so always a market for them. But for cheap basic fun, bring on the basic bikes.18K° beemer GS? -Itchy Boots- enuf said.
@@jaquesdaniels2964 well said.
@@user-sw2lv3zp6o
Nope.
@@user-sw2lv3zp6o ha ha and a big lol
@Rata 4U
I know.
I've owned 3 Honda's, 4 Yamaha's, 2 Suzuki's, 2 Kawasaki's and a KTM. Plus 2 chinese pieces of crap.
I've got a fair idea.
Value for money is the issue.
Basic bike with best quality parts.
Value for money can also be measured on the possibilty to fix or replace basic parts.
Ultra high tech shit you need million dollar analytical systems is not my idea of value for money.
It's just a bike !
I was in east London a few days ago and saw one of these in a showroom window. Words can’t describe how beautiful they are in person
You wait til you ride one, they are fantastical, get one, you will not be disappointed. My Transalp 750 is lonely now, but I dont care, having too much fun
The world needs more bikes like this one. Classic looks and modern reliability. What a winner
Dear mister Flyer,
I bought the red tanked model a couple days ago largely based on your prior video.
Greetings from California!
Greetings and congratulations!
I've seen in many Indian videos ...
Looking at those comments . I knew you'll buy one
@@asl3151 the employees of the RE 650 factory will be getting very little rest as they're going to be very busy.
Dude! I have also watched his videos which helped me to get my Baker Express here in Brazil ! Nice rides for all of you in California!!
+1 for the Red, they are faster ;-D
That metallic orange paint looks beautiful.
RE have some very nice paint schemes which for the price makes the bike pop as you're walking up or away from one.
They called it Orange Crushed
A motorcycle that looks the way a motorcycle should look.
Lol
I like motorcycles that look like motorcycles, not Transformers.
Agree 100% ....
I hear ya!
Can’t say it better
I have an MT10 sp. Looks like a Transformer. But believe me what a hell of a motorcycle!
What a comment ❤
The ride on this bike is amazing nothing wrong with it, I have done 1000s of miles on mine, plus the service is only £160 not 400ish at all.
I was really up for one untill he said the servicing costs. Have you had a service done yet? If so what were the costs , if you dont mind me asking?
@@droptuned83 I guess you didn't watched the video completely??
Had no interest in a Royal Enfield until I started watching 'Itchy Boots' vlog. Now I find myself looking at them whenever I go to my local bike shop. Great looking bikes, and stupidly cheap as well......
She’s certainly been putting hers to the test!
Hail Noraly
She is queen of bikes now
I am having 1970 bike still riding daily, engine sound is what make me to love my 1970 model bullet..
Great review as always, and I see you caved in and bought one - excellent!
These new twins really do seem to be getting exceptionally positive reviews on the net and having seen both of them in person (albeit not ridden) they are both quite stunning looking machines to my eyes - truly a modern classic.
Yes, being an air/oil cooled engine the service intervals may be frequent, but compared to an original classic BSA, Triumph or Norton from the 60's & 70's, these would be light years ahead in metallurgy, build quality, refinement and reliability.
And a 270º crank and balancer shaft mean a great sound, and none of the vibes of a typical 360º crank layout of an original British twin as mentioned above.
Having owned all three marques, (Triumph, BSA & Norton) only the Norton Commando with it's Isolastic suspension had any semblance of freedom from vibes, with the BSA Lightening I owned being by far the worst subjectively, and the Triumph had bits regularly vibrating off it.
All three were very high maintenance and compared to modern bikes, relatively unreliable comparatively speaking.
So, putting it in context with the 'originals' I think these are superb bikes offering much of the charm of the originals, with few if any of the hassles.
I also think the value is superb, again relatively speaking in terms of what you get for the money - for example these are only A$2-A$3k more than a BMW G310 GS, for which you get classic bike styling and looks, a 650cc twin as against s 310cc single, and with enough power and ability for longer tours if desired. True you wouldn't take it off road like a G310GS, but as off road means nothing more to me than an unmade road, it's not really an issue. And then there are the looks, with one coming from the post modernist style of motorcycle design, and the other a timeless classic.
Did I mention the price?
One of the arguments of bikes versus cars, is cheap transport. Another argument is that a sports bike, gives you the performance of a supercar for much, much less money. Both are true.
However, in buying a bike new - which generally is a safer bet in many ways than second hand, as you know it hasn't been dropped with bent or damaged frame parts, plus warranty etc, - one is looking at prices often higher than many cars nowadays - such is the niche enthusiast market that motorcycles have become, with most purchased for leisure and recreation rather than just 'cheap' transport.
For example, it is pretty easy here in Australia to spec say a BMW GS/GSA, or RT/RS with option packs, such that the price even before on-road costs is up around A$35 - $40k. Quite apart from the fact that one can purchase a new 'city' car - Honda Jazz, Toyota Yaris et al for circa A$20k, $35-$40k can get you a very nice, near new, low mileage used luxury car - Mercedes, BMW etc.
True, the enthusiast will always go for the bike, but for the 'everyman' motorist looking at a car or perhaps a motorcycle for transport and driving pleasure, motorcycles have simply been getting bigger, faster, heavier and more complex, with commensurate rises in prices, and presenting less value for many, compared to a car. Shock horror!
And whilst high performance bikes (and cars) sell well due the image, the reality is that in a country with low standards of driving, a poor driving culture, very heavy policing and zero tolerance of speed, averaging speed cameras on major highways, and ever increasing traffic density, the odds on being able to use a high performance motorbike or car on the road without either losing your licence or having a very serious accident are quite poor.
Into this mix Royal Enfield have placed these bikes both in terms of appeal and pricing, that will I think see them sell exceptionally well indeed.
A return to classic motorcycles that can be had brand new, and at an affordable price - what's not to like?
For many of those riders raised on bikes in the 60's and 70's, these will greatly appeal. To Hipsters living in inner city apartments, these will appeal. To those who own cars, and are looking for maybe a scooter, or smaller bike for commuting purposes, these will appeal.
In my view, Royal Enfield have an absolute hit on their hands with these twins - and I wish them the very best of luck with them.
Cheers :-)
I can’t help but agree with all of that! Thanks for stopping by...
the best thing about this video is the visual, of course after RE
This is one of the best looking new bikes I have seen in some time.
I noticed that you keep checking your indicator switch, I do that its a good habit to get into.
That might be the slipper clutch mentioned which is changed by a push button using ones thumb. I think.
@@judgedredd49 What are you on about!? LOL.
An excellent review as always, not many younger people will buy these but for old gits like me (68) its perfect. The bike I have at the moment its a major strip down to inspect the spark plug !! Im going to buy one tomorrow, thanks Mr Flyer .
Nice one Hugh!
Thank you for posting. I have a friend who is very interested in the Interceptor. I keep forwarding your videos to him. He can't wait to purchase the bike.
love it. saw some dealer models at our local meet, great looking bikes and great value
Great report, i'm a Amersham lad and just love all those B roads. That GT Miss to Chequers road is Magic, keep up the Great work. Jerry
Cheers Jerry will do - give me a wave if you see me out on the bike!
This is how a motorcycle is supposed to look like👍🏻 bought one yesterday😉
Greetings from Holmer Green! Funny to see you whizzing along all these country roads I recognise, going past Chequers or dropping down into Gt Mis, etc. I'm considering this bike later this year so thanks for putting the effort in; I'm still on my 125cc for now.
Give me a wave if you see me around!
Another honest review, thanks for showing.
My Continent 650 GT is doing great. In 2 months I have put almost 3000 km on it with no problems.
Just loved the way you said 'Anglo Indian', as usual, love your review. Simple, to the point and informative at the same time.
Seriously considering the Baker Express one.
The best colour choice!
You are really amazing Sir. I love the way u say things about the intercpetor and literally to the point. You are one my most favorite reviewers. Thank you for amazing information
I’m pleased to hear that - thank you!
Screw type valve adjusters are awesome. Feeler gauge, a wrench, and a screwdriver. No random sized shims to track down to fill the gaps when your bike is apart.
Your reviews never disappoint sir, again another well thought out and extremely inteligent/informative review. Thank you.
Thank you for watching!
Thanks Mr Flyer, this is the machine that makes me think of my late Father, he'd have loved it so I do too. :>)
I know it's not got the full retro look but the new version of the Suzuki SV650 is a similar kind of bike for the same money. Bit more power too and a V-Twin rather than parallel, which is nice. I do like the Interceptor though.
Yes the SV is cracking value too - but as you say more modern than "classic" - depends what you're after I guess....
I’d be tempted to wait a year and pick one up on the used market, be an absolute bargain. Love that bike, been avoiding dealers because I’d probably ride home with it. 😉
I’ve seen some for sale, here in the states. They don’t really depreciate, as we rebels have made them popular.
So many great looking and affordable bikes around these days, based on this review and others, this is very near the top of my list, desperate to get back on a bike this year. Thanks for all the information and advice.
My pleasure - and good choice!
I have 5,000 km+ on my 650 and still puts a smile on my face every time.
Going to put my deposit down but pay a bit extra for the red and black. Just looks amazing! 😎
Yes i love the Red and Black :)
Naa .. looks best in the orange , that's why RE use it in all the promo pics . ( all matter of opinion of course )
@@WyreForestBiker I know!! I love the orange too but prefer the logo design on the black and red. Maybe I should get one of each..... And a GT Continental..... 🤔
@@simonthomas5367 you can consider buying yourself a fuel tank in a color of your choice. u can swap it when you want. just a suggestion..
@@nischal4444 Nice! Like that idea.
Appreciate the update on the servicing intervals. However, while under warranty you've still got to take it back to the dealer, at a cost, every three thousand miles for an inspection and then a full oil, filter and top end service every six thousand miles. For me, that's unacceptable. There is the alternative of scrapping the warranty and doing all the work yourself I suppose. 🤔
Its a bit like a warranty on a lawnmower. Cost you £300 to buy with a three year warranty but you have to take it for service every year at £50. You've paid half the purchase cost in three years.
Doing the work yourself (or other garage/mechanic) does not void the warranty. As long as you/the mechanic doing the work is complying with the recommended service intervals, is competent and using approved parts then the warranty is still valid.
Obviously there is an amount of careful record keeping that would be required.
BUT, RE parts are pretty cheap and it might not even be worth the hassle of a warranty claim in the event of minor failure
The servicing intervals are 300, then every 6000. Plus the service is only £160.
DIY will invalidate the warranty unless you're a qualified mechanic.
@@splodge5714 nope, a competent home service is fine.
That's really a good looking bike - no matter the price. Impossible to argue. !!!
Agreed!
I'm going to dare to to contradict you here Mr Flyer on the value for money front and your comparison to the street twin. The street twin is 8.1k (not 9) with service intervals of 10k miles, and the valves only done every 20k. The RE might only be 5.5k but with services every 3k and valves every 6k.. This will wipe out any saving on the sticker price for anyone who does any kind of serious mileage over a few years. Yes you can do some servicing but who does that on a new bike? Most of the savings you make are lost on resale value, when you try and sell with no service history. Alot of these cheaper machines mislead you with the cheaper sticker prices but do you over on servicing, I think it's better to look at the whole cost of ownership when comparing value for money, especially if you intend on actually using the bike.
Who does servicing on a new bike. I do, its then done right.
Good points well made !
Jim - Indeed, I'm not sure if you saw my in-depth review on this bike earlier?? I did cover the high cost of ownership in that...but point made. Regardless, I'd still rather have the RE than a Street Twin if the prices were identical! It just appeals to my nostalgic instincts more effectively....
True if you do 10k/ year, but how may people do? If you have your Street Twin serviced annually, you're going to be spending as much as the Enfield owner.
@@davidbesant some people just have hate for RE without any good reason 😴😴
There’s one sitting in the display window of a posh gents outfitters in Glasgow city centre. Black & Chrome, pure gorge 🥰 I’m 73, my last bike, in the 90’s, was a classic Matchless 500 💁♀️
Now that's what a real bike is, least plastic mostly metal. Classic look, and the most important part, it doesn't look like a transformer.
I tend to agree all round! Thanks for watching.....
Great review, more willing to believe someone who puts his hand up and says "sorry got that wrong"....its on my wish list, thank you.
I put a deposit on an Interceptor 2 weeks ago after a test ride, waiting for delivery now! Really like your review TMF. Have a goo ride! Greetings from Australia.
Cheers Steve and congratulations!
Steve hope to catch up with you on the road.
Greetings from Cowra NSW.
I ride an 2008 H-D XR1200, very tempted to trade in for the Intercepter,silver of course.
I suspect that the maintenance schedule was design for Indian conditions. With the quality gas (petrol?) and engine oil available in the US and the UK, it might not need that intensive care.
Valve check is a bit disconcerting, but this is a new engine, so might be a good idea to be cautious.
Actually they maybe making you pay for the 3 year warranty and road side assistance through the 3000 mile intervals. Seems a tad nuts to me.
@@K22MDL no that is not right info you have.
@@shivankursharma7999 Okay, enlighten me.
I have looked at them. I found them to be very heavy and I suspect difficult to manoeuvre when pushing through tight spaces. Also, the resale value and frequency of servicing are also considerations.
I'm very surprised you found the bike heavy! But I suppose it depends what you're comparing it too....
What a difference pricing makes! In Canada, the INT650 is $7,500, and the new Triumph Street Twin is $10,600; a premium of only 50%. Similar dry weight and proportions, but the Trumpet has water cooling, 65hp/80nm, 4-pot front brake, better seat and paint, etc...
Hey TMF have you seen what Tec Bike parts did with thier Enfield Intercepter looks awesome.
My 2015 scrambler will do me fine, old school enough for me
Yes lovely machine!
Still a great looking retro. Will be trying one this weekend for the experience.
I read yesterday that the interceptor was the best selling bike last month albeit the overall bike sales are down for first time in ages. So the positive bike reviews plus the great value is working. I'm going to have to get one...
Indeed - way outselling all Triumph models combined I understand!
@@TheMissendenFlyer there you go again!😝
Whats this 'Triumph thing?'
Did it out sell any other bike manufacturer?
I really, really want one as a second bike...I have no idea why but I do.
As far as the oil goes all I ever use is Shell Rotella T6 at $21(us)/gal. its barely an expense I have to think about....
I’ve been a biker since 1970 and I really prefer the older classic bikes though I adore the Triumph I think they are too expensive, for goodness sakes my first bike I bought for £25 was an Ariel Leader😂😂
Thanks for another informative review
I have a Suzuki Burgman that is an automatic and that mechanism requires an oil change every three thousand miles. It's a beautiful machine and well worth the money even though it's twice as costly as the RE. Horses for courses. I bought it due to a bad arthritic left leg [ the gear change foot] as changing became difficult but if this slipper clutch works well I might fancy a ride on one and perhaps buy one later when all the niggles are found out about.
Firstly it looks great,secondly its priced accordingly , thirdly i would buy some retro gear and ride this at the weekend with a permanent smile :)
Exactly!
The Triumph Street Twin starts at £8100 and has 10,000 miles service schedules so not really the competition for the RE. The Enfield is aimed more at those people with a smaller budget who would prefer a new bike. I'd rather have a used, low mileage, 865cc Bonneville for the same money as the Interceptor. Used Bonnies is really where their competition lies !
Fair enough - thanks for watching Paul!
The street twin doubles the power!
A beast in this price range
It’s been great to have these legendary British bikes back,no matter that they’re made in India,and nicely done at that.I want to see more of a presence of them in the world wide market,my personal favorite being the Norton.Thank you TMF,for your excellent commentary!
Brian McLaughlin : - Have read somewhere that Royal Enfield are hoping to open a factory in Redditch , where they originally started . Wonder if anyone else can confirm ?
Nack
I’m sure the ones built in India are fine,but it would be nice to have a thoroughly British example just because.👍
@@nack3218 Absolute nonsense.
@@MrNobbyify Really . Perhaps you'd care to enlighten me
The brake calipers are a recall that could jam up. This needs to be fixed and if your dealer is far away u need to have it shipped to them. This problem should have been solved before it was put on the market. This is supposed to be corrected on the 2021 models. If u by a 2020 or 0lder u need to have the brake calipers checked if were upgraded.
Thanks for that! Indeed a really good basic machine that puts the lower spec Bonnevilles into perspective and the RE seems to be more a more authentic ‘60’s’ bike than the ‘retro’ Bonneville. Cheers!
Yes I think it’s a little more authentic than the Triumphs (but I love them too!)....
TheMissendenFlyer yes I’d fancy a Speed Twin from the Bonneville range which is a different animal anyway to the RE, but anybody considering a T100 has a serious decision to make! That would be a head scratcher! Actually managed to see a bit of your live stream this month.....very enjoyable.
Hi dude I just bought my Baker Express,and I´ll be picking it up next week Oct 10th,very anxious to ride, that´s it ,a hug from Brazil!!!!
Congratulations!! Exciting times....
Came accross this as thinking of buying one in Thailand where I now living having abandoned the UK.
Stuart Fillingham has made some great vlogs on the Royal Enfield.
Love the reto looks of the RE Interceptor 650.
Another great retro motorbike is the Honda CB1100RS with thaqt gorgeous 4 cylinders.
Yes great bike - loads of vids on my channel about it.
The biggest thing that has put me off is my local dealer chain in the North West. They have about 9 outlets trading under different names. Previous experences of friends and myself, have shown that aftersales is not good. I certainly wouldn't trust them to complete any warranty work or put the right oil in, going off my buds experence with a new Guzzi he had serviced. They no longer sell Guzzi's or Triumph's for that matter.
Oh dear.... :0(
And to make matters worse for you I was told by on of those dealership's that the chain actually own the company that import them to the UK anyway 😳
This the chain that advertise cheap new bikes but don't have them in stock.
Got to agree with most other comments. I have been away from bikes for close on 10 yrs, I just wanted something light, simple & looked good, in the Interceptor 650 I have found it. This is one sweet bike, without all the unnecessary junk that most new bikes have got.
Agreed Andrew!
You said "find me another bike that's as good value", an old favourite of yours more than matches it , the SV650 Suzuki, £5,699 OTR for a light water cooled do it all V-twin, with 75BHP and 120 mph capability, well you did ask lol.
Yes good point - find me three then ;0)
SV 650 costs about the same, it's a modern retro, it's a lot of fun, with a basic but refined suspension and longer service intervals. Unless you love the looks of it there are better value for the money bikes out there)
Yes I loved the sv650 too - but the RE has the classic look I like more...appeals to us old geezers...
Current model SV650 doesn't have mudguards, there are no bungee attachment points, the rear seat is far too small, the rider seat is not the comfiest, there's no grabrail and a centrestand is an impossibility.
The tank is the wrong shape for the frame and the mismatch is hidden behind poor quality plastic trim pieces.
The hoses, cables and wiring are an untidy mess, the bike has an air of unfinished prototype about it.
Its a bike for fun on sunny afternoons, crap for all-round transport.
At least that's what I've found in the two and a half years I've owned one.
I'm looking to get rid and the Interceptor is on the shortlist to replace it.
I’m gonna ride on this no matter what, perfect motorcycle 🙌🏻
Nice bike & as you say great value. Did look a bit pogo stick at times though. Also not sure why such a simple engine needs so much attention. Although with such a low purchase price you could probably justify the servicing costs quite easily I'm sure.
I'd guess Enfield in UK/Europe are playing it safe, engines of this low tech did not have face the traffic density/crap driving of today when they were first designed, filtering/slow moving traffic don't do air/oil cooled motors any favours. We'd check our bikes over every Saturday afternoon after work. Maybe India has not yet got the metallurgy standards of the west yet.But your right, service it yourself and get to know your bike.
Costs 3300 pounds here on road in Chennai, which is where RE is based in India.
Fuel economy is slightly worrying, but its a 650, so I shouldn't complain I guess !!!
Nice short video. Enjoyed your thoughts keep them coming thanks again Tony
Will do Tony, cheers...
Mighty lovely to see I'm not the only one that pushes the cancel turn signal button after pretty much every gear change :D And after every other bend, and about once every ten minutes, etc...
...yeah and I still manage to leave the indicators on on occasion!!!
:D I figure there really is no cure other than a Harley with a self-canceling indicators (which I haven't ever actually tried whether they work as advertised or not..)
I bought a seat cover from India on eBay 65 u.s. looks tuck and roll easy install awesome, recommend.
enjoyed! beautiful countryside. merry olde england. Nice job on the retro bike too and as my first bike was a 650 lightning I have a soft spot for those british or pseudo brit bikes. cheers.
I commented this on one of Stuart Fillingham's videos - Canada must be one of the oddest places on Earth for buying new motorcycles, because REs over here cost almost as much as the lower-tier Triumphs. My wife who's relatively new to riding wanted her first 'real' bike', and with a pretty low-level promotion from Triumph, she got a brand new 2019 Street Twin for only about 800£ more than a RE 650 would cost. The Triumph offers a host of features that the REs just don't have, and it has a lower seat height to boot. I've heard that in many countries, the REs cost up to 2/3rds less than a similar-level Triumph, and for that price, I'd absolutely get one (I like the Continental GT over the Inteceptor though). I was going to encourage my wife to get the RE 650, but when I saw the price difference being so small between one and a 2019 Street Twin, the step up to the Triumph simply represented far better value for the dollar... who would have thought, eh? A Triumph looking like a 'better bargain'. Again, may only be in Canada. Cheers.
Meant to mention - you state the Street Twin is 9000£ - over here, the Street Twin is (translating cost) less than 6000£ - my wife got hers for 5500£. I hope they find a way to make REs more affordable over here - I would like to get one, but not when the price for them is nearly as high as a Triumph.
Wow that is a bargain for the Street Twin....
@@TheMissendenFlyer indeed! Shocking, really, especially for the newly upgraded 2019. Like I said, she was looking at REs to start, but they just aren't that much cheaper here, and that's a pity, because I agree with your review, they're really quite good. 9000 pounds sterling (the price for an ST in the UK) equates to about $15,000 CAD, by the way; there isn't a single new 'modern classic' Triumph here priced that highly, save the top-spec brand new 2020 Thruxton RS, which is about $17,000 CAD. I love Triumphs more than any other motorcycle, but I do hope RE finds a way to be more price-competitive here - it's just better for consumers that way.
I'm hanging for one with cast wheels. Spokes look great, buy I've had way too many punctures to feel comfortable with them.
Fair enough....
Buy a Street Twin/ Cup.
The ‘check service’ doesn’t have to be done by a dealer, it’s meant to be done by the rider/owner.
Where does it say that, in the manual?
A really good common sense machine. Excellent quality of video by the way TMF, showing the beautiful green countryside at its best , it jus felt like I could have walked right into it through the tv screen.
Excellent - and thank you....
Um, the Street Twin starts at £8,100, making it £2,600 dearer than the Enfield's £5,500 price tag - that's hardly twice the price for the Triumph. I'd still have the Triumph any day.
I wouldn’t! It’s not 50% better!! But I’m not saying my opinion is any more baled than anyone else’s...so let’s agree to disagree! Thanks for watching
Great review. My wife will update her bike from a 300 soon and right now it’s between the Enfield and the Moto Guzzi V7. The V7 is pricier but more comfy for two if we ever ride somewhere two-up.
Fair enough!
Absolutely fantastic motorcycle!
Interesting review. Have you ridden the updated Street Twin or are you comparing RE with the 54BHP model? I rode both new ST and RE back to back today and must say in my opinion the ST was considerably brisker, smoother and better handling than the RE. I just ordered a black ST and get it in 2 weeks. The RE did seem excellent value however a class below the ST.
I have a '22 Street Twin and 22 Continental GT. For the price, the GT is more fun and sounds better off the lot, while the Triumph is a bit better suited for longer rides. Triumph also has a much shorter wear-in period (600 miles vs 1,200 miles), and is much smoother on the shift than the GT. All said, though, it isn't twice the bike for twice the price, and my reason for getting a Triumph was the the closest RE dealer to me at the time couldn't get the color I wanted in stock quickly enough. Looking back, I probably would've taken the other color they had and saved about $4k out the door.
Very helpful & objective review. I am too tempted to buy one now.
You should - they are fabulous machines!
I get one since one year,it's every cool bike with a beautifull sound,components are fine,no rust,very pleaseant to drive,no many powerfull but many character,gear box and clutch top,the most autenthic néo rétro bike un my opinion
I test rode it yesterday, its smooth AF!
Good one, Chief!
Thought twice about that, didn't he.... 5:52?!
Great review TMF. I am thinking of getting this one as my daily rider
Good choice!
three to 400 pound for servicing every 3000 miles ?
In Australia $260 every 6000 klms.
great vid, short, to the point, and informative
Glad you liked it!
I like the re ive owned a few from 47 j500 indian bullet the 400 Himalayan but im rideing a dl 650 now and well ilove tis bike over all previes
I love Japanese reliability. I have a Suzuki GS500F 2007 and am looking to upgrade to an XSR700... The interceptor looks great but I don’t know too much about their reliability.
I’ve only had to take my GS for its major 24000km service and no issues. Been doing it’s filter and oil myself every 3500km and only costing me $60
My Interceptor has so far proven to be very reliable....mind you I haven't actually ridden it much!
@@TheMissendenFlyer hmm... I average 75km a day for my commute and then plus weekends (100-150km). I need to have the peace of mind about my next motorcycles longevity... maybe the interceptor is not for me :/
I would never go 6000 miles between oil changes, synthetic or not. Oil is cheap, engines aren't.
True....
RE knocked it out of the park with the INT and the GT. I watch a lot of reviews (MF always among them) and I have yet to see anything negative apart from the servicing requirements (which are a little high - my 700GS costs about $200 every year 10,000kms). I am pretty close to owning one of these (don't need one, but when does that stop us eh :-) - would love to try the GT but not sure if my old bones would love the added wrist stress. Great work MF as always!
Cheers Andrew! The GT isn’t uncomfortable and I found it a nicer ride ....but I prefer the looks of the Interceptor...
Don’t think I’d abandon my T120 for one but I’d definitely consider buying one of these down the track a bit as the models mature.
Also waiting to see what BSA/Mahindra comes out with.
Folks have tried it with the rear suspension adjusted by a notch or two, and said that it makes a world of difference to high speed manners of the bike. You may want to try that if you are finding the suspension a bit squishy or weavy.
Thanks for this tip! I love everything about this bike, until I heard about the suspension. I need to use mine on a highway for 2 hours a day.
Would be interested to see how one of these compares with a Moto Guzzi v7 iii Special, seem like they're doing similar things (albeit at a slightly higher price for the Guzzi)
I wanted to buy one of these but could not find a dealership here in Arizona (there was some kind of problem going on) so I bought a 2015 V7. I really like it and I also read a review by someone who had ridden both bikes and he said he preferred the V7 because it was more exciting. Hope this helps. I've had an old Bonneville, BSA A10 and a Norton Dominator 650 and prefer the V7 to any of them.
@flip inheck not what they were then? I had an 850 T3 and it was excellent, sounds like they've gone down hill good to know your feedback.
@flip inheck I also owned one and rode about 4000 miles on it, nothing broke, very reliable, good handling, excellent engine note but I sold it because my wife found riding pillion excruciatingly uncomfortable!
If I was looking for a retro/cruising bike I wouldn't consider anything else.
It's a lovely looking bike and it seems to be well made. With a 3 year warranty and an attractive price Royal Enfield must be onto a winner. The lads that have them in the RE owners club in the UK seem happy so far. If it was not the fact I had a w650 in the stable I would have one myself. If you fancy one buy one now, I can only see the price of these rising.
TMF does the best bike reviews on CZcams....please keep it up.
It's down to you I bought a BMW 310GS
Even though you slagged off the Gladius..😁
Sorry about that Gary....
Back in the days when Japanese bike prices were at a similar price to income brackets, we tended to ride them until we could afford to change the rear shocks for Girlings/Hagons, and ditto fork internals. Tyres were a problem, as Brit tyres did not suit Japanese chassis,however, tyres from China are pretty good now, so possibly the OE tyres on the Interceptor will be OK. So for an initial outlay of 5K, you can ride as she is, but maybe consider suspension upgrades later if you think they are needed. Great to see RE's improving and providing an alternative to the overpowered, overcomplicated hyper bikes.
Agreed!
In addition to upgrading the fork cartridges, the shocks and the silencers, you are going to need to find a seat that is comfortable for more than 30 minutes. RE sells a touring seat option for £140, but it's no better than the standard seat. Who sells a good replacement seat for a reasonable cost?
wouldn't mind seeing you doing a normal review with a walkaround, looks a great fun little bike.
Check out my first impressions review then....
Thank you both for the video and for calling the bike ‘Anglo-Indian’. The most interesting thing (to me) going on in motorcycles right now is the combination of UK-derived design, engineering, and aesthetics and India-derived manufacturing, corporate ownership, and primarily-intended market. Enfield is the first realized example of this Anglo-Indian motorcycle industry, but the forthcoming Mahindra-made BSA and Bajaj-made Triumph motorcycles suggest Anglo-Indian is an emerging mototrends.
Looking forward to future BSAs!
Enjoyed the review (as usual). Thank you. Minor point (for comment): my Ninja 300 has a slipper clutch and uses either conventional or synthetic oil.
The sound ... woowwooaarrr 👍🏼😍