Royal Enfield Classic 500 Review | KNOX
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- čas přidán 29. 08. 2024
- Last week we had the pleasure of riding the Royal Enfield Classic 500 in Grey in the Lake District, home to the Knox Head Quaters.
It was a great time of riding a truly beautiful bike in a truly stunning location. We hope that you enjoy this review we put together and are inspired to get out there and ride some beautiful scenery and roads.
We'll be doing more reviews like this one on the Royal Enfield over the coming months so please watch out for more to come and let us know what you think in the comments section.
In the video Aaron was wearing:
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Back in college in 1990, Bullet India Ad punchline that inspired me to bring this beauty home and the beginning of an neverending Love Story 428,000 passionate km later and still going strong was - " Let the boys play with their toys, it takes a man to ride a bullet".
Oh God that was it straight N sweet.
I will be learning to ride nxt year and will be buy a RE . Not interested in big power i just want to cruise and enjoy the countryside.
get a leg guard installed
or else you will break your leg
Owning an old royal Enfield with the heavy crank I side with buying a leg guard from experience.my re is over 15 years old based on the original engine
MrSharpe95 hey man! Did you get it?
Hey bro you bought RE
Unfortunately with the corona virus I have had to put it back till nxt year 😪
That is soo real, I had a RE for 2 years and every single day someone stop me for a picture on the bike or talk to me to ask about the bike... You feel like a rock star ✌️✌️
Welcome to Royal Enfield club brother. love from India.
Thanks!! Love from England!! Aaron KNOX
That mad laugh at the very end sums this bike up, I have owned 40+ bikes since 1972, I have 4 other bikes, the Bullet is the one I go to for the pure fun of riding ;)
Bro would like to know all 40 names and model years
Reply if possible
:)
Btw i own a classic 350 (my first bike)
Royal Enfield bikes are timeless... after 20 years same model will rule the street.
I live in north Yorkshire, just perfect countryside for a bullet- -I have the electra x 500 now showing 33000 miles and still running sweetly
Good review! I've had my Classic 500 for 3 years, 14,500 miles coming up and it's been brilliant! You're spot on about it attracting attention. Everywhere I go people stop, admire and ask "How old is it"? or "How long did it take to restore"? or "My dad/Uncle/Grandad had a Royal Enfield". I even had one old boy who rode (The Flying Flea) one during the Normandy Invasion!! It's such a delight to ride (the reviewers are spot on in their summary) and I would never part with her :-)
Hi.
Do you think the bullet would make a good everyday commuter bike and the odd 150 mile trip to Somerset?
Also, does it require a lot of maintenance?
Many thanks.
@@tobias13100 it may end up a little unpleasant on the highways. But it'll be capable.
I often do a weekend ride of 350km distance. Along with 80km/h highway ride for 30 minute commute daily during the week.
Maintenance is easier than missing the toilet and pissing on the seat while drunk at 3am.
In other words, they're very easy to work on.
Saw one here in colorado for the first time in person last week absolutely fell in love with the look of it found a local dealer and now its all about convincing the wife to let me get on to add to my collection. But its a must have absolutely beautiful bike
just get one, you will get rid of others after riding the Bullet. Its not a collectable its a riders bike.........
It's better to ask for forgiveness than for permission. Or find a new wife.
I'm looking at buying one and I've had 47 bikes in my riding career so far spanning 43 years from mopeds to rocketships but I'm sick over complex massively technical power and rev hungry monsters..every bike regardless of its make is an adventure bike! Ride modes are controlled by throttle, gear and brake knowledge and knowledge of road surface conditions is way more useful than abs.so I'm going back to basics and I'll ride it hundreds of miles round Northumberland Cumbria county Durham and the Scottish borders!! Fabulous !!
This is by far the definition of a pure motorcycle
It's a torque y machine , low end torque is so good that it climbs hills and mountains ease and a mid speed cruiser. Love Enfield
Oh man! I was on the Triumph train for such a long time for getting as my first bike. Then I discovered the Interceptor 650, and now this! I just want something for pootling to the lakes - this could be the one!
Definitely a pootling machine. You know I just wanted to use that word.
I just bought Classic 500 myself and I love it. Beautiful classic bike.
Can't beat the classics! RE should NEVER quit this model. New stuff? now way...this is for those who WANT to ride a pure motorcycle. Speed demons and techo folks...need not apply.
Totally agree, it is what it is, a pure motorcycle that you can really enjoy and perfect for the type of roads that we were on and to enjoy beautiful roads and scenery like we have here in the Lake district.
Knox Armour would you suggests this bike to somebody who wants to buy their first bike? i noticed the price tag isn't too outrageous and am really interested in the bike.
It is not a lightweight bike, it's about 190kg/420-lb. It is easy to ride and well behaved but you need to learn about controlling a bike at slow speed and stopping on a small bike first, like a Honda Grom maybe. A grown man cannot muscle this bike upright if you misplace a foot stopping, it will just push your leg out of the way. When I am on this bike we are over 1/4-ton, that means braking has to be anticipated. It's about balance and control, and road awareness. It's not fast compared to bigger engined bikes but it's certainly fast enough to get a newbie into trouble; when you come off a motor bike, you don't get a saving throw. Probably ideal for anyone returning to bikes or experienced riders wanting something different.
I bought a classic 500 in black back in February. I enjoy the bike and am so disappointed that they have pushed this black one aside and are favoring bigger bikes like the interceptor and the other one. They barely gave these bikes a chance and did so little marketing that my dealer decided to stop selling Enfields altogether.
Wouldn't mind if they add a fuel gauge though.
I love the artistic RE, a big salute from Argentina,
You what's so special about RE classic 500? Its the sound....it feels like....the King is coming clear the road! ❤️
The giants of the motorcycles industry should probably learn a thing or two from RE.
Yea,what not to do😅
Hunter 350 here
Brilliant review, beautifully shot.
Sums up the Classic 500 and it’s purpose perfectly. I took one for a spin around some English country lanes last autumn and loved it ... then I saw the Himalayan !
Looking forward to hearing your views on the Himalayan in due course.
Keep up the good work team !
Thanks for the kind feedback Matthew!! Make sure you subscribe to the channel! Thanks, Aaron.
Beautiful bike!! Great review as well. Feel’s like having a chat with a couple of friends. 👍🏼
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks, Aaron KNOX
This machine gives more pleasure in riding than any other bikes which i have... Even expensive bikes more than this bike dont give me such pleasure. Every time i ride this i feels so much proud and feels like a legend.
Nice review of the Enfield. I bought a 500 classic some month ago and I love it! It's a genuin cruiser.
Thanks for the feedback! Yes its a genuine cruiser, happy riding!! Thanks, Knox
Have you had any problems with it?
This bike is all about brotherhood and welcome to the brotherhood and love from India 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳
suprising as it might be to you.. the engine makes the music we want to listen to here..
Thanks so much l really enjoyed this review l did buy one of these fitted sidecar and its a pleasure to ride once again enjoyed your review cheers from Australia
Thanks Bert, really appreciate the feedback! Thats great, happy riding and all the best, Aaron KNOX
Well ... if u like and enjoy riding a horse then you probably will enjoy riding a Royal Enfield. And horse doesn't make that much horse power either ;) . I think it is jus different ride philosophy. When u want to slow down things a bit...jus enjoy the rain drops on your face, enjoy the sunshine, feel the gentle breeze... enjoy the passing scenery ...
I'm on my second 500 Classic, first was a 2008, latest is the 2017 with rear discs. Glorious bikes, best pillion bike I've ever had, joyful, engaging and pure fun. I'm off on a 1,000 mile Spain & France trip next week and have the choice of Himalayan, Guzzi Griso, Ducati Desert X and others and yup, it's the Classic 500 that I'll be taking
Came here from Uncle Stu's (Stuart Fillingham) channel 🍻
Também tenho uma Royal Classic e é uma ótima máquina para andar nas estradas secundárias de Portugal e também na cidade.
Good review, rather than watching Indian youtuber review (to be honest) good respect for the classical style bike especially the classic engine design. No need crazy speed, just enjoy the ride.
Vibration? No worries 😊
Hi Adhyaksa, thanks for the feedback! Hope you are subscribed. there is more to come! Thanks, Aaron - Knox
I have one in military green, it has been great fun and reliable. It is not a Southern California freeway Cruiser unless you're talking about rush hour when the traffic is slowed. I have a 350 from another manufacturer that will blow it in the weeds and if you need speed that would be a better choice. I have done 500 miles in a single day on this RE 500 with my wife on the back, no problem. We have three other motorcycles available to us and most of the time we ride this 500.
The only thing about the bike that I don't like is the muffler is just too long it contains a catalytic converter and because of air pollution concerns I would rather not remove it.
I have one in the same colour.... The best thing about is to remove the rear seat and enjoy the raw retro look of it
Good tip! :)
I will buy one Royal Enfield soon thanks for the video Brother
Thanks !! Aaron KNox
I,ve got a new re classic 500 army green i,ve ridden to lakes and wales wild camping . I live in islamic bolton but i just tour at 50 , 55 mph on mway with ease . You notice the nod of approval at car riders going pass . I love my re
I agree, but I keep off Mways, there is always an A,B road alternative, enjoy the ride, all of it....
It just feels so unique
Beautifully shot video. The scenery was glorious and exactly the sort of place I could imagine riding a RE.
Thanks so much for the feedback, really appreciate it. We are lucky to live and be based here in the Lake District.... Also, perfect for riding beautiful bikes :) Aaron, KNox
Nice, I’m picking up a 2018 Royal enfield classic 500 army green very soon . 945 miles. Can’t wait.
Nice review. I own a classic 500 here in Bangalore India. I sure bought it for the thump of it. Except for the fact that it vibrates a lot at 90to 100kmph, it is a beautiful feel good bike.
Thanks, glad you love yours! Aaron KNOX
Ironically REs are so common here in India. My grandfather used to have a British made Bullet back in the 50s and I grew up listening to stories of that motorcycle. Come 2010s every bloke has a RE and it has lost its exclusivity and charm. The Single 500 will forever be my most favorite motorcycle ever, but I wouldn't get one.
My daily ride .I kick start just for fun and 18000 km no problems at all .Put single leather seat flat bars and its cool.
I have a Royal Enfield Electra and love it
me too top bike
Thanks fellas, love to see more on RE
This Bike draws more attention as younger generations driven more towards the modern bikes are tired of watching the same kind of models and specs . Real bikes were built for robust and best ride experience and if broken down , Men loved to get their hands dirty with petrol and oil. Simple and classic as its name suggests . Classic Bike takes you to least late 1960s model . I own a white one .
Interesting review fellas didn't realise you had a channel! well done some really good points raised!
Hi Stuart, thanks for the feedback, really appreciate it! Aaron, Knox
Your very welcome Aaron, thanks for sharing!
Fancy seeing your comment here Mr Fillingham, now that you own a Bullet 500 yourself, I am wondering maybe you were planning to get one for long, maybe the 650 gave you enough trust in RE quality to finally dive in to the singles too.
I look at this bike and keep seeing a Bobber in the making .
Yes 100%. Did you see the KX concept bike? czcams.com/video/i7cyFlBzlNo/video.html. :)
Estou apaixonada por essa moto! Parabéns pelo vídeo...
Fab bikes! I rode one in India for two months. Its a tractor. Excellent for urban riding as well as cruising. We were two up and it had enough of everything up to about 120 kmh. You would not want to do that speed ever really in India... Ever! 😘
Nice! Love my Classic 500!
:)
I should add that I wear Knox Richmond jeans. Any chance of coming out with slightly faded version?
We will pass your suggestion on to the design team Johno. Thanks :)
I’ve got a 500 Classic from 2014.
Can’t park anywhere without some (-typically older guy) approaching me saying “ohh, that’s a wonderful bike”.
What can I say - “I know...that’s why I bought one”...?
I already have the same colour. I removed the pillion seat coz it looks more cool.
You can and people have travelled the world with this bike
Broo,its a wonderfull bike.It has a huge fan base in India.There is also an Adventure tourer by RE.Its called the HIMALAYAN.Can u guys please do a review on that one. I'sure it will bring a smile on ur face..
It's slow, heavy(while standstill) and fairly unreliable. But once you start riding it, it removes the need to speed and you enjoy the ride like on no other motorcycle.
Remove the rear seat and it looks so much better.
It's slow? That would explain how I can embarrass a sports bike by still being on their tail every time they look behind. It's no crotch rocket but how fast one can go is determined by the road and 'the scenery', it's not a race track. Riding like a complete plongeur will have you in the hostipal.
Removing the pillion seat means you can't get your best girl on the back.
Jeff Slade would you recomend this bike to a first time buyer/rider? i wan't to get a motorcycle and saw the price tag isnt so outrageous.
K!ll3epls 03 - no, it's far too heavy for a newbie. In the UK it's an A2 licence, you need to start on a 125. Seriously, a newbie will make silly mistakes, you can get away with those on a 125. The Enfield is about the same weight as a Bonnie or a Guzzi V7.
Jeff Slade i work next to some motorcyle licence training place I'll most likely invest in that and try and find the right bike after.
your kidding me,,,dude, its been used by the British Army and is still used by the Indian Armed Forces for over half a century,,,how can it be that these Armed Forces use an "unreliable" bike...
Lovely motorcycle! Really interesting and cool review! Thumbs up!
Just test drove one today. Love it :)
Great to hear!
cool bike
Kudos mam for your exemplary work towards animal care and protection.
well made video. love this bike. look at that styling.
Indian here if u gyes buy a RE bike it ill stay with u for 10 years straight & few maintenance count 5 more years too, it made like a gun...
Interesting you say that it’s not for touring to the south of Spain on... Ted Simon .. Jupiter’s Travels..? It’s all about expectations guys 😊👍
In india this bike cost us 2,38000 ruppes (india) on road price which is smiler to 2500 pounds( uk).
Great bike, nice jeans.
Amazing bro keep the bullet in your miles thumping ......🚥⛅🌈✌👌👍😁
Thanks!!! 😁
Dug dug dug dug dug du du.
Great bike. Looks awesome. I love riding my bullet. @
what they are trying to say is it will vibrate you into mush much over 60.. because it has no balancing counter shaft, and it is a long stroke design.. not meant to rev high. plus bits fall off ..not easily retrieved on the motorway ( highway)
I love these bikes to bits but I fear some issues in getting my 6ft4 comfy on it...
Well the only way to know is to try one out!! Been at EICMA show today and funnily enough sat on a phone call for 1/2 an hour while sat on one on the Royal Enfield stand and it was super comfy!! Lol. Thanks, Aaron.
good to get objective review..was thinking of getting one for long distance touring in europe ( slowly), but you mention it is not good for that so will look at a Triumph perhaps...great looking bike the enfield..
Surely as a first bike while learning to ride its quite heavy compared to modern bikes. As new to riding accidents are likely to happen; Would I want to drop something a beautiful as that?
It's not a 'first bike' - that would be something far lighter like a 125cc. The EFI-500 is big enough and heavy enough to get a newbie into trouble fast. Learn the ropes on a tiddler.
Shame you spoil the enjoyment of this very good review with overly loud music. A trait that even hollywood seems to follow.Otherwise very good video !!!
Love to watch ur videos and love to buy your armors range but due to customs unable to buy hope if you have stores in india
Working on it Jyoti! For now, keep in touch!!
Knox Armour ohh great thanks to your team for making it.
ngl, that jacket looks fresh as fuck
Wow beautiful scenery and photography.
Where is this?
Thanks, this is in the English Lake District, where Knox's HQ is located. Thanks, Aaron Knox
Can you do a review of the classic 500 in Redditch red?
Maybe in the future Sebamax!
Red ones are quicker ;)
I just put bar end mirrors,led headlight and crash bars on my classic 500
Next time... Opt for chrome varient... Its quite a head turner
When will they come to the States. I would love to get one, but they are just not available anywhere around
I've been looking for a bike with this old school classical look especially the grey color. if anyone here owns one what do you think of it? do you think it's worth the money?
1:29 the reason i don´t go for it. Too small. But a great bike. Great video. Great review. Thanks
Thanks Eddie. The new twins are great though! Aaron, Knox
Love my 2008 AVL500!
Beautiful ad
Which came before it
😃😀✌️👌
Good....Nice bike...best cruiser....comfortable...good look....thank u
Do you mostly recommend this bike to new beginners?????
Beautiful bikes. I am just afraid to buy one of this bikes for the looks and have a lot of mechanical problems like with my Land Rover. How reliable are this motorcycles ?
Isn't it 350cc,gunmetal grey is only available in 350cc
It says 500 on it.
I am planning to follow a course to learn to drive motorcycle and get one of these. Any advice?
Not really, just do it and enjoy a life of riding motorcycles! Aaron Knox
What is the name of the track used here please? love it!
i would love to see new twin engine on this one. If it can maintain 140 kmph and better breaking system then it will be a bigger hit.
first comment... enfield lover.... do a video on desert storm 500
Thanks for the comment.. yes would love to!!
desert storm,, squadron blue,, stealth black, the most loved bikes in india
It's the same bike except for the paint scheme.
yupp... but look really matters
Pleas do a review of Classic 500 stealth black
Maybe in the future!!
Knox Armour thanks a lot
Are you thinking of getting a Classic 500?
Knox Armour i am purchasing Classic 500 stealth black
Nice, I am sure you will love it!! Happy riding!!
Nice
yes please if it had the beautiful 650 engine a twin disc brakes
I'm 6 foot 2 would it be comfortable for somebody my size? How is the reliability on the new classics?
Hi Peter, I think it would be fine for your size, it is a super comfortable machine and very easy to ride! The reliability of the Royal Enfields is good, they are tried and tested, and if there are some problems, they can be ironed out and once they are, these machines can last a long time!
Only if you have ridiculously long legs. Despite the low seat, the foot pegs are quite well forwards, not cruiser but sit up and beg. They can haul a huge amount of weight. They are toured around Europe, India, Australia and excel in mountains; the ECU is mapped to 18,000-ft.
The most common fault seems to be electrical connectors coming apart. You push them back together. When very new, nut and bolts loosen; they stop doing that once it is run-in.
We get export models which are different to the domestic indian models in many ways. The Euro4 bikes seem to be better put together than the Euro3 were.
@Peter Ward - This guy's 6 foot 4... check it out :-) czcams.com/video/whYv_IrC2mY/video.html
Mate I’m 6ft4 and it’s not an issue. The bike looks smaller in videos in my opinion, though in the flesh it’s quite a bit larger. The only problem I have is the brake pedal is too close to the foot peg so I’m always super careful not to accidentally engage the brake light, though I’ve adjusted the brake pedal lower and removed the clunky rubber pad so it’s less of an issue now.
Reliability is good, though do keep a close eye on all the bolts because they will rattle loose!
Pls check out Royal Enfield Thunderbird and their variants
I think the RE Classic 500 looks better with the single seat.
Is the Ford Leather Jacket available for sale in India?
Are there any plans to bring the classic 500 back???
No in EU as it doesnt conform the the EURO regs. Thanks, Aaron KNOX
it is gone forever because emissions. Sales are low because 650 ate market share, not worth the investment to update pushrod engine to BS6/Euro5
@@santifresnel2320 emissions???? It got like 80mpg! Shame it didnt sell more. Beautiful bike!
no no nooo! Why do people keep killing my product lust with crappy music, and with such gorgeous scenery. Shame shame shame. SERENITY NOW!
Love your video... and the bike! But I don't think it's cheap to maintain as it needs servicing every 3.000 km at a cost of £120-£150. I mean... Doing 9.000 km a year means nearly £450. Is that cheap compared to other bikes?
David Lopez you could service it yourself easy. Just need to pick up a few tools beside the toolkit that comes with it. They are fairly simple to service especially a carb version. As long as you change oil and filter every 3000km, lube the chain, grease bolts and nuts, dust off the air filter, flush the carb float bowl, and what not it will be fairly reliable.
Please don’t use that music backing again, it is painful.