I’m buying my first bike and was so conflicted between the Shotgun and Super Meteor, but this video has helped me realize that I still want the Super Meteor, I LOVE the look of the Shotgun, but I want the classic American look of the Super Meteor and the fact that it’s intended to be a cruiser. In a perfect world I would have both.
You won't be sorry, the Super Meteor really delivers, you'll love it. Royal Enfield have really excelled themself with this bike. Believe me I know I own four Royal Enfields and I love them all, but this bike is the pinnacle, just superb 😀🤩
I have videos up on my Super Meteor and I love it. The best part is all the aftermarket parts you can get for it. There are so many different pannier options to include simply using 28 Quart coolers as panniers.
I bought the SM and I changed the exhausts as well as the rear suspensions. I will not change this bike for anything in the world. The more I drive, the more I love it. ❤❤❤
Love the comparison video. Thank you. I use my Shotgun 650 for riding to work and 90 minute Sunday rides. She's a real looker and almost everytime I stop somewhere, people ask me about her.
Evening Tomboy. I love my 650 Super Meteor, it fits me like a glove. Although I have arthritis in both knees, neck and lower back, no riding pain at all. But I do think she would benefit from a decent set of rear shocks! Next thing on my list after my Cornwall ride 🤘. Safe cruising girl, and see you in the next one 👍😊...
Got to test ride these both this past weekend. Love the Super Meteor. One of my favorite bikes. Shotgun left a little to be desired in my opinion but still a great bike.
Test rode both today and booked the shotgun. Sm is very relaxing n easy to ride. On the other hand shotgun felt a bit weird in beginning me being 5’11 still had to lean a bit and handle not wide but once I got used to it it turned out to be more engaging n fun. Since I’d be using it mostly for city n short weekend rides I booked shot gun. Found it more fun n engaging
Не, всё же Shotgun. Как ни крути, приятная машинка. Синий очень классный цвет у них. Ну и Дейманте всегда приятнее смотрится на любых мотоциклах, чем мужик какой-то :)
Like you both say, that Shotgun really is screaming out for modification and personalisation. It'd be quite affordable to do. I personally don't like the standard paint options on the Shotgun but that's soon changed.
I fell in love with the looks of the Interceptor, just stunning! But after I bought it I just didn't like the feel or the riding position, so I sold it. At that time I wasn't interested in the Super Meteor at all as I'm not into cruisers and that whole scene. But strangely after thinking about it for a few months I gradually got to like the looks of the Super Meteor more and more. So I ended up buying one and it is the best bike I have ever owned or ridden, I simply love it! But for me it was definately an acquired taste, but I am so very very glad I bought it, it's the ultimate touring machine 🤩😍😁
Happily sat watching and then there you are riding through my home town and back at Cooper bs , im the same though which one to go for it would be a hard choice
I like Bobbers but I also like Cruisers. I'm not keen on Blue especially on a bobber, I don't like black exhausts (sorry Sparrow) so I think, today I will choose the Cruiser. All REs look good, they obviously have a fantastic team in the Styling departemnt at the factory, who really did a good job with this Super MeteoR !
Top info.What to choose? So many mods available, and on the way to transform into the perfect bike.Personally would love the upswept exhaust on the SG on the SM but retaining the luggage/more touring focus.The SG sadly seems a quick blast around town beast.
I would like you to try the Honda Rebel, how about a comparison between the 500 and the 1100, and know your opinion. I also like the Shotgun better for aesthetics, but I think its seat is too high for a bobber, so I think I would buy the Super Meteor. Greetings ✌
If you are over 5 foot 8 the Reble is to short. The Super meteor was made for taller people I am 6 foot 2 and the Super Meteor is the most comfortable bike I have ever sat on. I love how it rides and I love how I can put just about anything I want on the back and sides.
The best video comparison for real for sure! Thank you! As a SM 650 owner in Astral Black I added the RE Barend mirrors (highly recommended as with video. The vision behind is excellent!!) and converted to solo seat with the RE solo seat finisher. (Fender rack) Looks great stripped back! Despite Royal Enfield marketing, I have experienced the SM 650 as a brilliant commuter bike for riders who love a 60's (ish) style motorcycle. Very comfortable and relaxed. The forward controls are not as forward as some HD's I have ridden, so easy and comfortable to get along with. A smooth introduction to forward controls. Super smoth gear shifts and confidence inspiring rear brake control when needed. Front span adjustable brake, pulls the bike up with plenty. Perfect for a weekend ride for a few hours each way, but not sure I could enjoy the super touring miles! The output on the SM isn't at super performance level, however, absolutely for sure will at stop lights shoot you forward into clean air ahead of cars! Having ridden the Shotgun, love the single seat looks, I found the seat to be firm, the handling nice, but for me at 5'10 felt a little small for me in comparison. In this video, I think, both riders looked more in proportion (if that's important for looks) on the Super Meteor. Build quality and value for money on both bikes is awesome! Service intervals I wish were further apart! Not expensive but perhaps re-assure my confidence riding on a well serviced bike.🤔 Ride your own way, but both bikes will give you 'smiles for miles!'
Love both bikes but Shotgun graphics convinced me that the SM is the best choice. The author of the Shotgun color choices and graphics should imitate Triumph work in this department.
Have tried to touch the exhaust on the road, but not successful yet! 😅 They do look low... The forward controls are quite high and not sure if they would scrape. But maybe I am not riding hard enough 🤔 😂
Wheelbase length? I believe the Super Meteor is longer. The frame is completely different? Maybe just the rake of the fork is a smaller angle on the Shotgun...giving a shorter wheelbase.
Can u do a vedio on himlyan 450 ..and it will nice to see u in trump 400s the new talk in town .. like 400 500 segments are really bouncing back right .. u vedios r too good it heleped me i. Choosing my first bike .. i just ordered my shotgun Hopefully i will get it in a few days time
I definitely agree about the peg position I too also much prefer mid to sport peg position leaning forward slightly, it feels much more natural. Great comparison and nice vid, big thanks 👍. Ps taller by a mm or a cm is still a win 😂 and what can you see in his mirrors? Was that a f@ck all 🤣🤣
Ive test ridden them both at a dealers myself, the Shotgun is great, but I wouldn't mind the Super Meteor with the Shotgun footrests on it , as I don't like forward footrests myself. I've weighed up the actual mounting points, they're on the same place on both frames, it doesn't look a difficult job to change them, just depends weather the cost of the footrests brackets and controls would be worth it?
@@AlanDoherty-ru6iq a reversal of what highway pegs were for in the 70's, ..not an ideal situation in an emergency stop , you instinctively go for your brake and it's not there , I prefer my controls at my feet, not a foot away from them . 😉
SM is better deal. It comes in 3 different seat options. So, perfcet for city rides and also with the luggage trailor for highway long rides. Shotgun have been cool if it was like a Jawa 42 bobber.
Not my cup of tea ,,,BUT very interesting and lovely to see your partner giving his point of view ,,, even if he is wrong ,,just joking .Bobber all the way all day.
A girl on a Royal Enfield! Marry me, please! A very enjoyable video, though. Thank you for this comparison. Could you throw light on the engine noise, sounded unsettling.
Are you referring to the light whine on deceleration? I tested both bikes - both had the whine, but it didn't sound out of place, for some reason. Perhaps someone else will chip in.
Conclusion: Super meteor would look cool on Old Mascular or a Fat guy with tatoo on his triceps. Where as Shotgun would look cool on Young lean handsome guy with leather jacket on him
9400 euro in ireland 😮, RE are no longer a "cheap" option, if they ever were, based on what you get. I fear for RE in Europe, Triumph's new budget bikes will eat them for breakfast and if they bring out a low cc version of the speedmaster, then RE will be in big trouble.
Your vibrating voice nicely displays the main downside of the Super Meteor: the rear suspension gives you no doubt about the condition of the road.... for me, the poor suspension is emphasised by the feet forward driving position. Not my choice...
I did a double-take, hehe, looks like one of my videos because you no doubt came from Colchester Kawasaki (EDIT: Oh no you didnt! hehe) and I ride around that region all the time. I tried the Super Meteor from there. As a Speedmaster rider I found it excellent, but feeling too 'modern'. Not as characterful and classic-feeling as my Speedmaster. Quite high revving like a modern engine. A bit too much of a 'normal' riding position. Those things, of course, are perfect if your used to modern mid-control bikes. An easy 'into' to cruisers. For me, though, it was too 'easy' hehe.
Great review thanks. They are great value for what you get. I prefer the Shotgun over the Super Meteor because of the foot controls as you pointed out, I can’t do fwd controls.
I didn’t think I would like the blue and yellow Shotgun, but then I saw it in person, and it’s quite fetching. And I’m already thinking a smaller swingarm mounted rear fender would look cool.
I’m buying my first bike and was so conflicted between the Shotgun and Super Meteor, but this video has helped me realize that I still want the Super Meteor, I LOVE the look of the Shotgun, but I want the classic American look of the Super Meteor and the fact that it’s intended to be a cruiser. In a perfect world I would have both.
You won't be sorry, the Super Meteor really delivers, you'll love it. Royal Enfield have really excelled themself with this bike. Believe me I know I own four Royal Enfields and I love them all, but this bike is the pinnacle, just superb 😀🤩
when you buy your bike...
make a CZcams video of your review
I have videos up on my Super Meteor and I love it. The best part is all the aftermarket parts you can get for it. There are so many different pannier options to include simply using 28 Quart coolers as panniers.
@@felixVanDiemen I will second that...I own 3 royal enfields and the SM650 is really a great bike...just loving the ride!!
@@joelalvares8351 isn't it fantastic! Don't get me wrong I love my Bullets, but the Super Meteor has its own kind of magic 😎
I bought the SM and I changed the exhausts as well as the rear suspensions. I will not change this bike for anything in the world. The more I drive, the more I love it. ❤❤❤
I did the same thing to my Super Meteor and I totally agree with you, it's bloody perfect 🤩😀
Hey there, may I know which suspension you bought. I'm confused which one to buy
I test rode both of them and ordered a stencil white Shotgun, will have it in a week. Great video!
Love the comparison video. Thank you. I use my Shotgun 650 for riding to work and 90 minute Sunday rides. She's a real looker and almost everytime I stop somewhere, people ask me about her.
Rider since 2006. I own 3 REs and a Harley... a pure cruiser Boi and the SM650 is THE BIKE❤ to own right now....Just loving the ride!!
Cooooooollllllll
Evening Tomboy. I love my 650 Super Meteor, it fits me like a glove. Although I have arthritis in both knees, neck and lower back, no riding pain at all. But I do think she would benefit from a decent set of rear shocks! Next thing on my list after my Cornwall ride 🤘. Safe cruising girl, and see you in the next one 👍😊...
if Tomboy is making a video about your product, then you are definitely going places! RE!
Got to test ride these both this past weekend. Love the Super Meteor. One of my favorite bikes. Shotgun left a little to be desired in my opinion but still a great bike.
I test rode the Super Meteor about a week ago, exact same color also, and I absolutely loved it. It would make a great third bike.
Test rode both today and booked the shotgun. Sm is very relaxing n easy to ride. On the other hand shotgun felt a bit weird in beginning me being 5’11 still had to lean a bit and handle not wide but once I got used to it it turned out to be more engaging n fun. Since I’d be using it mostly for city n short weekend rides I booked shot gun. Found it more fun n engaging
Не, всё же Shotgun. Как ни крути, приятная машинка. Синий очень классный цвет у них. Ну и Дейманте всегда приятнее смотрится на любых мотоциклах, чем мужик какой-то :)
Like you both say, that Shotgun really is screaming out for modification and personalisation.
It'd be quite affordable to do.
I personally don't like the standard paint options on the Shotgun but that's soon changed.
Happy watching the detailed comparison and listening to your voice. Enjoyable road. You are awesome.🎉
The shotgun looks badass but that's due to my preference, and I'd spend more time riding the streets than travels.
I fell in love with the looks of the Interceptor, just stunning! But after I bought it I just didn't like the feel or the riding position, so I sold it. At that time I wasn't interested in the Super Meteor at all as I'm not into cruisers and that whole scene. But strangely after thinking about it for a few months I gradually got to like the looks of the Super Meteor more and more. So I ended up buying one and it is the best bike I have ever owned or ridden, I simply love it! But for me it was definately an acquired taste, but I am so very very glad I bought it, it's the ultimate touring machine 🤩😍😁
Happily sat watching and then there you are riding through my home town and back at Cooper bs , im the same though which one to go for it would be a hard choice
I like Bobbers but I also like Cruisers. I'm not keen on Blue especially on a bobber, I don't like black exhausts (sorry Sparrow) so I think, today I will choose the Cruiser. All REs look good, they obviously have a fantastic team in the Styling departemnt at the factory, who really did a good job with this Super MeteoR !
Sparrow’s exhaust not black 😅
@@tomboyabit 🤔... ooh, I was so sure. I hope I've not offended you or Sparrow😕.
@@millinutz No, not at all. Sparrow has a tough skin. He’s a Sportster. 😂
Top info.What to choose? So many mods available, and on the way to transform into the perfect bike.Personally would love the upswept exhaust on the SG on the SM but retaining the luggage/more touring focus.The SG sadly seems a quick blast around town beast.
I would like you to try the Honda Rebel, how about a comparison between the 500 and the 1100, and know your opinion.
I also like the Shotgun better for aesthetics, but I think its seat is too high for a bobber, so I think I would buy the Super Meteor.
Greetings ✌
If you are over 5 foot 8 the Reble is to short. The Super meteor was made for taller people I am 6 foot 2 and the Super Meteor is the most comfortable bike I have ever sat on. I love how it rides and I love how I can put just about anything I want on the back and sides.
Beautiful video.. thanks for amazing content ❤
The best video comparison for real for sure! Thank you!
As a SM 650 owner in Astral Black I added the RE Barend mirrors (highly recommended as with video. The vision behind is excellent!!) and converted to solo seat with the RE solo seat finisher. (Fender rack) Looks great stripped back!
Despite Royal Enfield marketing, I have experienced the SM 650 as a brilliant commuter bike for riders who love a 60's (ish) style motorcycle. Very comfortable and relaxed.
The forward controls are not as forward as some HD's I have ridden, so easy and comfortable to get along with. A smooth introduction to forward controls. Super smoth gear shifts and confidence inspiring rear brake control when needed. Front span adjustable brake, pulls the bike up with plenty. Perfect for a weekend ride for a few hours each way, but not sure I could enjoy the super touring miles!
The output on the SM isn't at super performance level, however, absolutely for sure will at stop lights shoot you forward into clean air ahead of cars!
Having ridden the Shotgun, love the single seat looks, I found the seat to be firm, the handling nice, but for me at 5'10 felt a little small for me in comparison. In this video, I think, both riders looked more in proportion (if that's important for looks) on the Super Meteor.
Build quality and value for money on both bikes is awesome! Service intervals I wish were further apart! Not expensive but perhaps re-assure my confidence riding on a well serviced bike.🤔
Ride your own way, but both bikes will give you 'smiles for miles!'
I don’t like forward controls I prefer mid ! Good video x
Great review, 🥰🥰🥰
Great review but like you say they are the same but different. Might need to go ride both of them to decide. Keep up the good work Diemante. 🤓 💖
I bought a Shotgun 650 in Stencil White and it is so good
Love both bikes but Shotgun graphics convinced me that the SM is the best choice. The author of the Shotgun color choices and graphics should imitate Triumph work in this department.
How did you like both bikes? Great video 🤘🏻❤️😎🌹🤘🏻🎉
I'm considering on getting this bike. Is is possible to modify the seat to a lower position?
Do you think you could put mid-mount controls on the Meteor?
Ou wow today is my lucky day … two most beautiful bikes in one video … feel like i win jackpot … whata Beauties 😍
Hello, I Love your Video's an the Testrides are ver emotional 👍
OMG.........!❤beautiful. It shall be possible someday,l believe!😊❤
Have tried to touch the exhaust on the road, but not successful yet! 😅 They do look low...
The forward controls are quite high and not sure if they would scrape. But maybe I am not riding hard enough 🤔 😂
Wheelbase length? I believe the Super Meteor is longer. The frame is completely different? Maybe just the rake of the fork
is a smaller angle on the Shotgun...giving a shorter wheelbase.
Can u do a vedio on himlyan 450 ..and it will nice to see u in trump 400s the new talk in town .. like 400 500 segments are really bouncing back right .. u vedios r too good it heleped me i. Choosing my first bike .. i just ordered my shotgun Hopefully i will get it in a few days time
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Review
czcams.com/video/GR_hG0NYLhI/video.html yes 😊
I've already got a 350 classic and gt650 not sure I've got room for another one😎
Got to see a shotgun in real life yesterday. The bike was very small for my 6’ frame. It’s a diminutive bike. Also the seat was very stiff.
I definitely agree about the peg position I too also much prefer mid to sport peg position leaning forward slightly, it feels much more natural. Great comparison and nice vid, big thanks 👍. Ps taller by a mm or a cm is still a win 😂 and what can you see in his mirrors? Was that a f@ck all 🤣🤣
Ive test ridden them both at a dealers myself, the Shotgun is great, but I wouldn't mind the Super Meteor with the Shotgun footrests on it , as I don't like forward footrests myself. I've weighed up the actual mounting points, they're on the same place on both frames, it doesn't look a difficult job to change them, just depends weather the cost of the footrests brackets and controls would be worth it?
The fuzzy biker has an episode where he looks at an adjusted bike. Just the back pegs moved to midway for resting. The forward controls remain.
@@AlanDoherty-ru6iq a reversal of what highway pegs were for in the 70's, ..not an ideal situation in an emergency stop , you instinctively go for your brake and it's not there , I prefer my controls at my feet, not a foot away from them . 😉
SM is better deal. It comes in 3 different seat options. So, perfcet for city rides and also with the luggage trailor for highway long rides.
Shotgun have been cool if it was like a Jawa 42 bobber.
Have seen some Super Meteors made into bobbers and they look better than the Shotgun because of the slightly longer wheelbase of SMeteor.
Not my cup of tea ,,,BUT very interesting and lovely to see your partner giving his point of view ,,, even if he is wrong ,,just joking .Bobber all the way all day.
A girl on a Royal Enfield! Marry me, please! A very enjoyable video, though. Thank you for this comparison. Could you throw light on the engine noise, sounded unsettling.
Are you referring to the light whine on deceleration? I tested both bikes - both had the whine, but it didn't sound out of place, for some reason. Perhaps someone else will chip in.
Oh no! Not Wellingborough!
Why not?
So beautiful 😍
I do love the look of the Shotgun.
I also love the look of this particular rider.❤️
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ShotGun❤❤❤❤❤
Think the bsa goldstar looks better than either. That iggy should have a pay rise as well for having that rucksack to carry round.😂
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Nowadays 1080p looks like 480p.
Conclusion:
Super meteor would look cool on Old Mascular or a Fat guy with tatoo on his triceps.
Where as Shotgun would look cool on Young lean handsome guy with leather jacket on him
what I dont like about these 2, is speedometer. No RPM gauge
nice motorbike......
Classic 350 is the best
9400 euro in ireland 😮, RE are no longer a "cheap" option, if they ever were, based on what you get. I fear for RE in Europe, Triumph's new budget bikes will eat them for breakfast and if they bring out a low cc version of the speedmaster, then RE will be in big trouble.
Your vibrating voice nicely displays the main downside of the Super Meteor: the rear suspension gives you no doubt about the condition of the road.... for me, the poor suspension is emphasised by the feet forward driving position. Not my choice...
I did a double-take, hehe, looks like one of my videos because you no doubt came from Colchester Kawasaki (EDIT: Oh no you didnt! hehe) and I ride around that region all the time.
I tried the Super Meteor from there. As a Speedmaster rider I found it excellent, but feeling too 'modern'. Not as characterful and classic-feeling as my Speedmaster. Quite high revving like a modern engine. A bit too much of a 'normal' riding position.
Those things, of course, are perfect if your used to modern mid-control bikes. An easy 'into' to cruisers.
For me, though, it was too 'easy' hehe.
good to see Tomboy on a Royal Enfield, anyways, they are more of a Girls Motorcycle Brand nowadays!!
I think the colour range for the shotgun is very poor & would put me off. (p.s. You've accidently washed your tee shirt on the hot wash.)
Great review thanks. They are great value for what you get. I prefer the Shotgun over the Super Meteor because of the foot controls as you pointed out, I can’t do fwd controls.
THEY ARE SAME MACHINE. ONLY DESIGN IS DIFFERENT.
I like fat tyres, which bike has fatter tyres.
Id rather choice the gorgeous lady ❤️
hahahahaha LOL 🐎🚗
Shotgun. More classy. 😉
Neither. Both are ugly.
The rider, however, is lovely! ❤
Absolutely neither. Ugliest bikes I have ever seen. Designed by Stevie wonder 🙄
I didn’t think I would like the blue and yellow Shotgun, but then I saw it in person, and it’s quite fetching. And I’m already thinking a smaller swingarm
mounted rear fender would look cool.