Lets talk off-road touring - Interceptor 650
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- čas přidán 16. 07. 2024
- This video is about my observations of riding my interceptor 650 in the mountains. How the new Timsun tyres performed, how was the feel of riding the motorcycle in extreme off-road conditions.
Remember to pack spares, you never know when the need arises, but if it does, you should be prepared.
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Spares to pack.
- Clutch and Brake levers
- Clutch cable
- Tubes for both tyres (I am running tubeless kit, even then I carried them)
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Bike Essentials to pack
- Chain lube x1 can
- Chain cleaner x1 can
- Brush to clean the chain
- Detailing cloth
- Rough cloth to clean the dirt and muck
- Adequate Tools to be able to take the wheels off In case of a puncture.
- Inflator
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If you like my work or are interested in knowing more, you can check out my Instagram page: / srinivas_ganesh
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K&N Air Filter - • K&N Air Filter install...
Bar End Mirrors - • Installing Bar End Mir...
Night Eye LED - • Night Eye LED Headligh...
Himalayan Handlebar - • Royal Enfield Intercep...
K-Speed Clutch and Brake levers - www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-mdX...
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Hitchcocks Motorcycles USB adaptor - www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQMPC...
Hitchcocks Motorcycles LED tail light - • Hitchcocks LED Tail Li...
Booster Plug - • Booster Plug | INT650
Premium Touring Seat and matching cowl - • Royal Enfield Intercep...
Powerage exhausts - • Royal Enfield Intercep...
Timsun Tyres - • Wobbling Issue and Sol...
If you are interested in the gear that I use then here are the links to them.
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As always, thank you so much for giving me your time.
I hope you have a great day.
Ride safe, I'll see you in the next one.
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And yes, I almost forgot. The touring seat is very good!! With the stock seat, it pains after 40 mins of riding.
With these, it is comfortable for continuous riding for about 200-300 kms. It is only normal that you take breaks, it is not only the seat, even your knees/ legs will need stretching. Just make sure you have decent riding pants (Rynox or RE are both good), and do take breaks, stretch, else you’ll have rashes on your ass if you push yourself too much. haha
what if we order with normal seat
then later can we get touring seat at same cost or will it cost extra
Hi srinivas, I have a question even though it is absurd considering the engine capacity, I would like to know the average mileage during your trip.
Thanks
@@kripanbalan7401 Hey, mileage was about 27-30. Considering the fact that there were a lot of downhill roads as well and fuel is consumed less on those.
@@SrinivasGanesh Oh thank you so much for letting me know. Keep up the good work.
@@kripanbalan7401 thank you so much for watching the video!
Liked and subscribed. Thanks for this video. I was thinking of going with a Himalayan but I think it could do with more HP so I'm considering the Interceptor and Continental GT as well.
If touring is your thing, the go with Interceptor650, if casual riding on weekends and not bothered by the fuel tank size, then go with Continental GT650. :) thank you for liking and subscribing.
Your experiences are lessons for us! Thanks sri for this wonderful knowledge 👌👌👌👍👍👍
Oh wow! Thank you so much for such kind words and for watching the video! Thank you so much for watching the video!!
Good review. Looks like a good bike for me. Lots of pavement, a fair amount of dirt roads, no rough trails and no snow.
yes sir, this is a fantastic motorcycle. One of the best, if not the best, in the market that has the best value for your money!
Its quite informative.
thank you for watching the video!
sri...
This was a fab video.
I loved the naration over the footage. ( I prefer it to the excessively long raw footage style vids)
the data was short sweet and bloody useful.
Thank you so much for watching the video!!!
wow !! I'm in love with Royal Enfield Interceptor 😀🥰
I do too! Thank you for watching!
Awesome 😎
thank you for watching the video!!
Was just in Delhi yesterday and man it’s effin hot, don’t know how you’re out and about at 1 PM.
hahaha I guess passion for all things motorcycle!
Hey bro! Great video.
I have a stock Interceptor and while going over uneven roads I hear a weird cracking sound from the front end. Is it the floating disc making sound.
This has been irritating me for quite some time and even the RE service center is not able to help me
Try greasing the front axle rod. ✌🏽
For the future: Definitely use a thread locker paste on screws that may come out loose. And recommend getting a tank bag and keep the USB charger inside it.
Yes, using that now. Thank you for watching the video. :)
Great video Sri! Could you share more info on the backrest please?
it is by Zana, will cost about 3k INR. Installation will take 5 mins.
I'm surprised people found it so bad with such an advanced bike.
I've done Ladhak with an Electra 350 in 2010 - barely 15 hp at the wheel, barely 29 Nm of torque, 190 KG dry,
Just 135 mm ground clearance, plain non-cv carb and terrible suspension.
And I was a terribly novice rider.
We had all sorts of problems including punctures, head gasket blowout, rocker block bolts shearing off, having to tow a Standard 350 with a Classic 500 at night, electricals failing and what not.
Looks like everyone now expects so much of a bike that they have a terrible time even with the best ones.
Seeing how the Classic 500 performed there, this INT 650 with 2.5x the power and 20% more torque, no vibration and so on, Ladhak should literally be a cakewalk!
The issue is too much fear. Fear of facing a puncture. Fear of not finding a mechanic who can repair and laziness of not learning to DIY. If that all happens then this bike can even go to Europe and come back with ease. 🫶🏽✌🏽
I’ve been thinking to buy the int650 or the himalayan and i keep changing my mind. I think this will make me go for the interceptor
It’s actually quite simple. And is defined by your purpose. If you want a cheap durable dual sport motorcycle that gives a good mileage and can take a lot of luggage, then yes go for Himalayan.
If you want a motorcycle for riding in cities, straight road touring that has got some kick to it (a lot in cities), go for Interceptor650. ;)
Hi man! Excellent video and tips. I want to buy an all purpose bike (easy in city, off road capable and fast on highway). I was looking at Scram 411 and Interceptor 650. What would you suggest if budget ain't an issue. Other options are also welcome. Thanks!
If off road is your main purpose, as in majority of it, go for Himalayan411. If not, then interceptor650 is your go to. If time is also not an issue then wait for a few more months, there are more motorcycles coming from Royal Enfield :) Thank you for watching the video!
I love the way u speak bro!!! And i am in absolute love with interceptor planning to buy one pretty soon, i love its retro look and tht humongous engine bro!!! Only concern i have is i have heard it heats up a lot since its a 650cc monster ❤️ and i am usually travelling within the city bro with friends wearing shorts and chappals and a rayban not to forget 😁 so was just wanting to know bro is it like comfortable to ride this huge machine in shorts and chappals, hope you dont burn your legs or foot. Please let me know bro😎🙏🏽
Hey! Thank you for watching the video.
It is an air and oil cooled motorcycle, with usage it will heat up.
It is like saying, the fridge is heating up on the outside.
You are advised to wear jeans and shoes and then ride, if you wear shorts and chappal for long distance ofcourse you will face the heat. AND It is highly dangerous to ride in shorts and chappals, why would you risk yourself like that in the first place? It is a punishable offence in New Delhi to ride a motorcycle in chappals. It is too damn risky buddy.
Hiii ....if you help me out, I am really thankful to you ..... I'm facing a problem with the front part of interceptor a cracking sound comes (whenever bike goes on any speed breaker or potholes in the road)from either the shocker or from T. In warranty shocker has been changed as well as T too... thereafter the same cracking comes....i used to put air pressure 28/32 ...pls suggest what to do..... 🙏
Can you record it and share on my instagram?
Hi Srinivas, I am getting a Interceptor and I saw your Handlebars. So you just swop it from the Himalaya. Any modification necessary (drilling, bar ends, etc.), or was it “plug and play”? It looks very NICE!
Cheers!
Plug and play sir! :) I have to make a detailed handlebar video anyways. :)
Hi Srinivas, thank you for your reply. I bought the Interceptor 650, and I’m pumped.
Need to know what I have to do to install:
-Black Adventure Handlebar
1990206
-Black Bar End Mirrors
1990401
-Black Bar End Finishers
1990441
To fit all this, do I need anything else?
Do you have any advice for me!
Thank you!
Nice trip! Glad you had fun! ✊✊✊
Oh I had so much fun! Uploading daywise journey. Just editing the videos! It was magical!
Thank you Tim!!
Hi Dude,
One important doubt before buying this tyre. Usually if tyre is upsized than what fits into the rim there will be wobble issues. You don't have any issues after upsizing ?
My wobbling issue was solved by upsizing. And I upsized only the rear. The front remains at 100. Thank you for watching!
Very cool to see how well this bike held up to going on such a trip. I'm planning on buying an Interceptor to convert into a scrambler style bike, seems to be the perfect bike to do it with. Reasonably priced, battle tested, and a plethora of aftermarket parts to customize with. Stumbled on this channel as I've been researching the bike. I like your style of content, so I'll go ahead and subscribe. Salute, from Houston Texas!
Hey! Namastey from India and a big 'Howdy' to you partner!! 😎 Yes it is a very capable motorcycle, sort of a blank canvas for you to do any modification on it and truly make it suit your style. Else it costs a lot! Thank you so so much for your support!
EDC: zip ties, duck tape, JB Weld, knife, small first aid kit, air compressor, small tool kit, tire patch repair kit, poncho, tow strap, flashlight, gloves, carabiners, Paracord, wire saw, water, emergency thermal blankets,1qt. Oil and fire.
+The things he mentioned specifically for his bike, like chain cleaner, lube, spare inner tubes, spare clutch cable, etc.
All but the air compressor and 1qt. oil can be put in a fanny pack or very small bag. There are some new small air compressors. These things should be carried every day regardless of bike, car, truck, etc. unless you're just commuting locally.
Wow thank you so much for this Information sir!! I totally agree!!
Bro ek car bi sath le chalo usme ye saare items aur camp tent, mini gas burner, ration sab aa hi jega.....😂😂
@@prawesh2092 we had everything you just mentioned, minus the car. 🤪
Hey man if you make daily observations videos it will get a lot more retention and I personally like to watch those
oh this is interesting. What kinds? Give me some pointers? I'll make some.
The ones like anurag salgaonkar makes you know
Bro please make a video about your indicators
Sure thing!! :)
my interceptor 650 struggles to go beyond 3000 rpm, I don't understand what's the problem. I see many videos for which the rpm goes very smoothly. but for my bike it doesn't. am I the only one facing this issue..i had gone to the service center but they say this is normal.. can you please guide. ....i really find it struggling at 1st gear/2nd gear/3rd gear to go beyond 3000 rpm.?
What do you feel when you try to rev it above 3000 rpm?
@@SrinivasGanesh the scenerio is that at 3000 rpm it goes very smoothly. After 3000 rpm I feel so much of pressure that is not proportional to the speed gain. I mean I see the videos on youtube people go so smoothly towards 7000 rpm even on gear 1, I was wondering is there something wrong with my bike .. just 2 months old ... at 1st gear I can't really go beyond speed 30 normally. .
"Good Morning, internet! It is..... 1 o'clock in the afternoon" ............. makes sense haha
hahah
very informative vlog srinivas thoroughly enjoy your refreshing humble honest approach i am an interceptor 650 owner in the uk and me too i take her anywhere with 50/50 tyres on she is more than capable thanks loads srinivas cheers russell
Thank you so much for watching the video Russell! 🙌🏽🫱🏽🫲🏾 it is a lovely motorcycle indeed!
Sir those indicators.. which brand?
Amazon USA. Cheap ones.
@@SrinivasGanesh still lukin’ neat !!💯 Any indian front facing Led Good indicators you would like to suggest?
when did you upgrade the rear suspension with yss. How much was it?
haha I upgraded it about a month ago. have made the video, just have to polish it and make it presentable. Will upload in a month. First Spiti vlogs.
@@SrinivasGanesh 😁anything else planned or planning to upgrade.
@@RAHUL-dt5xm headlight brackets. Another USB attachment incase the I am unable to repair the current one. A clutch cable by venhill.
@@SrinivasGanesh why not try a hydraulic system for clutch
@@RAHUL-dt5xm nah. Too complicated. Simple and effective mods are the best
Sri, this is a great walkthrough and for those of us who may never have considered using our Interceptors off-road, this is a serious wake-up call.
Also, Sri, my Interceptor and yours are the same color.
Hey thank you so much for watching the video! I don't know about wake up call, because no one 'has' to go off road on this motorcycle in particular. However, you can, should you choose to. :P This motorcycle, the best thing about this, Value for money! And a blank canvas for customisation! :)
@@TerraMagnus And now that this colour has been discontinued, it is even better!
the perelli tyres used on interceptor stock is not the real original pirelli is what i have heard, is it true?
Could be, because the stock Pirellis makes the bike wobble after 8,000 kms. that is what I heard.
@@SrinivasGanesh ha you can refer fortnine's video on youtube where he talks about motorcycle tyres, he said that they are not originally made by pirelli but just branded as one. Reason why they are cheaper
@@shashankmallamraju4271 woah!! Will check it out absolutely!
Are indicators from Purpose Built in Australia?
They are from Amazon USA
How much did it cost? They look nice.
@@SuperBlizzard77 about 42USD. for 4. They are sold in pairs of 2.
Bro, mk a vdio on interceptor heating issue.. we wnt hear your prospective on that?
Sure! I will. But after the spiti series which I am working on at the moment. :)
Also, I’ll research about this because I’ve never had any heating issue. Either that or I am very much used to the heat. Thanks to owning a Harley Davidson back in the day. Lol. Hard to say. But will definitely make a video on this.
Ok bro.., samaj gya
Srinivas you've certainly tested the interceptor on all terrains better than anyone else on CZcams, you and your interceptor are a massive credit to Royal Enfield, fantastic 👍🇬🇧🏍
Wow! thank you so much for you kind words mate! Thank you for watching the video!
can u tell abt the handlebar set up?
yes, it is that of a Himalayan. Will make a specific video about it soon.
Hi!
Can you share what helmet is that in your video and what goggles are you pairing with your helmet 🥺
hahahah excellent observation my friend. It is Royal Enfield Enduro helmet. White colour and a cheap helmet googles from Amazon. Need the link?
@@SrinivasGanesh no no I will find it😤. Thank you, love your content 😌. I have a downtown drag 😌
@@pratiswikdas8967 superb! Thank you for watching! Also, this helmet is available in L size. I wanted an M. Which is not available. Hence I use it only on short commute as this fits a little loose.
@@SrinivasGanesh I just search now there is no Black colour, I wanted it in black. Now let's see I have to try Axor Moto X helmet.
I see you changed to NGK iridium spark plugs too. Please update on new mods on your bike.
Haha good observation!!! 😎🫱🏽🫲🏾 I’m planning a video on it.
@@SrinivasGanesh it’s on my wish list too along with YSS shock absorbers. Will be waiting for your review.
@@abhi18589 aye captain! review coming soon! But first Spiti vlogs
@@SrinivasGanesh yes sir, please also share your thoughts on replacing stock header pipes with performance headers available from Powerage / Red Rooster performance etc.
@@abhi18589 ah! That would be a while before I do that.
hi Sri would love to see the spiti vlogs
Hey! Yes yes, sorting them out at the moment, will start from next week onwards. Tuesdays 11am :)
Thank you for watching the videos!
Inke previous video me ye kuch apne after market stuffs ki bhar2 ke tareef krre the aur aaj me ye video dekhra hu....😏
haha woh are after market sahi salaamat hain. Bas ek nickel gaya and ek toot gaya. 🤣 Thanks for watching the videos brother!
@@SrinivasGanesh welcome. Nice , informative content for a bike enthusiast and 650 twin lover..👍
@@prawesh2092 Thank you for your kind words! 🫱🏼🫲🏽🤩
Hi Sri,Can you tell us about the touring seat ?
Hey thank you for this! I just pinned it on the comments.I almost forgot about the seats. I should have started with that! haha. There was just so much to talk about, I didn't wanted to drag the video for too long.
@@SrinivasGanesh Srini anna Does this seat offer any respite in terms of the overall seat height? I am 5’7” and I tip toe a bit with the stock seat. Will swapping it out with this GT touring seat work in my favour?
@@mrkvgulati GT seat is slightly lower than regular touring seat. So yes this will help definitely. Thanks machi! 🫱🏽🫲🏾🤩🫶🏽 for watching the video!
Is it just me or could that USB charging thingy me mounted the other way around with the sockets pointing downwards, just for an extended trip of unforseen unavoidable conditions. It'd be a hassle in everday life but it'll save it from water or dust ingress and also if you're using just one of the two, tape the second one shut! Idk, just my two cents!
Thanks Ben, I did try that, but the water seeps in both ways. And it served it's short purpose, right now I'm finding a replacement of sorts. One that I can fit into the holder. The aluminium holder, is a good design, it takes away the clutter from the handlebars and keeps everything neat and tidy.
@@SrinivasGanesh keep us posted on your findings! Safe riding in the meantime :)
@@cooolben5 thank you so much for watching Ben!
Thank you for the top notch content Mr. G.
P.S, If you could, would you please check if the OEM Hunter windscreen can be retrofitted on your interceptor. That too is injection moulded like your late dart pirana!
@@cooolben5 I did check it, and it mounts the same way as the OEM windscreen. Because I have changed the headlight brackets, those won't work for me, so dart piranha is the best choice for me :) The mounting system is just very inconspicuous. ;)
Bro your recent mileage
About 26-27. Gave 30 in mountains due to slopes as well.
6:40 the vibroceptor 650
Hahahaa yeaaahhh…
Your rear tyre size
150
Dude the design of that USB charger is atrocious, specially considering its from a company from the UK where it rains like crazy.
After using it successfully for a year, rain free and one ride in the rain in Spiti. Kaput!! I agree now.
Install your USB charger upside down. It will keep the rain out.
That's a sound advice! Thank you for watching the video!
I regret buying this, it bakes my leg.
well, the paint scheme is aptly named 'Baker Express' what'd you expect? 🤣 Thank you for watching the video!
So boring
Thanks.
Kaahe Bauraa gaye Ho. Kaahe itna english jhaad rahe Ho. Itna show off mat karo. Normally bhi bol sakte Ho.
lol, bro meri audience ko yeh presentation style passand hai. And mai normally hi bol raha hu. Abnormally kaise boltey hain? hahah, show off tere Mann Mei hai dost. Having an accent does not matter. Jab koi angrez apni accent Mei bolta hai, toh tum yeh sochte ho ki accent kya mar raha hai? lol Stop judging people and learn to be happy dost. 🫱🏼🫲🏽
@@SrinivasGanesh bro pehle jaake thoda CZcams research karo. Agar koi english mein Bolta hai to Bina kisi farzi accent ke kaise bol raha hai. Check ZigWheels and PowerDrift videos. Kuchh Seekho inse. Doosri baat Tum CZcams pe video banaate Ho naa ki Conference hall mein Bhashan dete Ho. Videos are free here. People are not paying any money to watch your videos. To Audience ka tumko nahin pata hai. 2000-4000 views aur 200-300 likes pe Audience Mat decide karo. Secondly tumhaara subscription to dikha hi nahin raha. Kis Audience ki baat kar rahe Ho. 😂
Simplicity jyada important hai style nahin. Ek CZcams channel hai Polish Connection. Usko Dekho aur Samjho ki Bina baat ka accent kyun nahin jhaadna chahiye
@@mavericks7179 lol. Itni mehnat kisi ko yeh batane k liye ki uskey videos mei woh accent na jhaadey? Wow. Thanks bhai. Tera din acha ho.
Hey sadist, please visit a mental health care centre! Cause you need to stop judging people.
@@SrinivasGanesh jab velle time mein main tumhaara video dekh sakta hoon, to velle time mein suggestion bhi de sakta hoon. Now I think you don’t deserve it. Take care