Royal Enfield INTERCEPTOR 650 & Yamaha RD350 | Old Emperor & New King | Ownership & Ride Experience
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- čas přidán 12. 02. 2021
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Can the young pretender, the INT650 stake a claim to the crown and prise it away from the old Emperor?
In this video I share the ownership and ride experience of a legendary motorcycle, the Yamaha RD350 from the 1980s alongside the legend in the making, the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650.
The old Emperor, the RD350 is in its 40s and the new young king the Interceptor 650 is just starting out its reign. So, we find out today if the old Emperor has a worthy successor in the INT650.
We put both the motorcycles thought some simple tests to determine if the old Emperor can still stand up to today's demands.
Plus, we have the owners of these two motorcycles share their ownership experiences. So, stay tuned and find out if the young pretender has earned the right to take the crown.
Hope you enjoy this video.
Cheers!
#interceptor650 #rd350 #royalenfield #yamaha
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The unmistakable exhaust note of the RD 350 evokes strong emotions and nostalgia among folk associated with motorcycles in the 1980’s.
Thank you, Bosky, for taking me back in time. Compliments to the owner for preserving this legend.
Thank you. Cheers!
my my..! time was in 2014 RD 350 southern model was estimated to be 3.14 lacs and I pulled myself all hard for minor reasons to own it. Now Royal Enfield has 650cc to make you a story teller for generations. Its joy to own twin cylinder interceptor
The Interceptor is indeed a joy to own and ride. Cheers!
Many years ago I owned a 1975 RD350A. I now own a Ravishing Red Interceptor. Both great do it all bikes👍
Nice to hear. Cheers!
RD 350 - Still a legend - every biker worth his or her salt should try this bike at least once in their life!
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This is some amazing content! LOVE THE COW. Keep up the good work!! Kudos
Thanks! Glad you liked it. Cheers!
Wonderful final video amazing to be seen on this video with you Bosky... Looking forward for the next one
Thanks! Let’s someday do a review of your RD that you had and cared for, for 17 years . Cheers!
Mahesh KU cheated me!!!! He didn't give me his RD
@@amritappaiah3365 ha ha ha am sorry buddy
Yamaha RD 350 is a cult icon. A legendary motorcycle. Amazing sound and performance.
Indeed!
Happy to see RD350. My uncle own one and when I was kid say 1st Standard older boys in my colony use to ride this Bike and Yamaha RX 100 and I guess there was one one 125cc...Also Kawasaki. Good to cherish Childhood memories back. Getting Spares was challenging but this bikes were really Robust and only required Oil change and fuel. Thank you 😊
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Great video sir, Keep up the good work !!!
Thanks! 🙏🏻
Wow!!! Awesome video Bosky!!!
Thanks!
hi ! bosky sir, i am a die hard YAMAHA FAN !!! i still have my RD350 !!! still in stock condition , wated to know more about the CDI unit and installation , thank you !! great video , thank you for creating this and showcasing the EMPEROR !!
Hi! Happy to hear from an RD360 fan and owner. About the CDI honestly I do not recollect the details and all I remember is that is was developed by a popular technician here in Bangalore and he has retired since so unable to get more details. Although there are still a couple of experienced technicians who do a great job on the RD. Cheers!
Rd 350 fanboy here, I wish the 350 was in its prime where it could dominate the 650 in a top end battle
reaching 160-170kmph on a good day, nevertheless time has done a toll on the bike good to see it still holding up.❤️
Yes the RD has done it’s duty impeccably and it’s earned a respectful retirement from the King’s throne. Cheers!
Superb video Bosky 👍
Thanks!
Bosky Sir, first of all nice video and glad to see the legends in the same frame. Kiran mentioned about converting tyres to tubeless could we get some more info or a video please - thanks
Hi! I’ll check on that get back. Cheers!
Excellent review
Thank you!
Crazy rd 350 love that bike... no bike can't replace it
Yes! And that’s why it is a legend. Cheers!
Excellent subject chosen in this video.. loved it 😊 what is the exact puncture proof method adopted on interceptor? Marine adhesive..in need of more information on that please
Hi! I’ll check with Klassy Kiran and get back on this. Cheers!
Bosky ..cops in Bangalore are fine with S&S exhaust? I remember you and few friends are using these custom exhaust..are you guys facing any trouble from cops ?
Cops fancy penalty challans!! 😊 It’s up to each rider how much is their appetite for dodging cops and how much they wish to push their luck.
I have switched to stock exhausts on my Muddy Hog.
Interesting names y'all have. Amusing and cool sounding. Pls make a video about how those monikers came to be
😀 the quirky nick names have come about from certain mannerisms and incidents and have revived and morphed over time.
Yeah a video could be interesting!! 👍😊
@@bigbearbangalore my favorites are autorama and dodda. Haha
Excellent video 👍
Thank you!
I owned a Rd at the age of 17. It was way back in the late 80s. I regret selling it till this day.
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@bosky can you review the Honda 350 Hness?
Hi, I done one about a couple of years ago I think.
Hello sir I have been watching your videos for quite sometime it’s very informative and interesting, I am an interceptor owner I have noticed all the riders are using same risers I think it’s indimotorad risers could you please confirm? If any other risers are better please do let me know.
I am not familiar with risers. And the one on this video is the Indimotard riser.
@@bigbearbangalore ok sir thank you for the quick response
I love RD350
The legendary bike
Indeed it is.
Mr.Mahesh will never say anything negative about an Rd😉😌😉
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I own both fabulous machines and know the unparallel difference between both, specifically the the one who owns the new generation, but past was the best in my teams, who was wayyyyyy a head of its times
Awesome to hear.
In 2016, when my parents finally agreed to get me a bike, I was sort of considering one of these which would've been 1.5-2L at the time. But I ended up getting a KTM RC200 which was definitely a lot less of a hassle as it was my first motorcycle. Now though, that same bike is worth arond 4-5L in the used market. If only I'd known, I could've got paid back twice over for using that bike in 4 years. Lets hope the same happens with my Interceptor.
Yes, they appreciated fast. And for the Inty to do the same, guess we’ll need to hang onto it for at least another 30 years! 😛 Cheers!
I have owned one RD 350 between 2000-2003 period and it was mind blowing. But it also blew away a major chunk of my salary every month (and unfortunately I was earning a pittance back then!)..
Now you won't believe but back then, I purchased it for just about ₹26000 (that was a lot of money for a used bike at that point!)...I spent at least equal or more than that to maintain it and eventually sold it for about ₹ 36000 as I had to go out of India for a year or so and there was no one to maintain it in my absence! By now it has become 15 times more valuable! No regrets, but I still fondly remember it - it was a perfect case of no pain, no gain....thrills and chills...
I dint like the way u pulled RE old school.
That’s a diffrent character man.
RD Is totally different.
Sorry you didn’t like it! And thanks for sharing your thoughts. Much appreciated. Cheers!
Touring on RD need fuel station in every 80 kms 😂😂😂
Hahaha! Probably so.
Nice nice rx,rd fan🥰🥰🥰🥳🥳
Thanks!
Is RD50 in sale now also???and if yes ...what's the price?
You’ll have to search for one. Not easily available.
Hi, I have 1968 rajdoot, I want to sell my bike and it is in very good condition, it's engine is 175 cc, so please tell me what would be it's selling price, please tell me
Hi! Wow that’s a nice machine. Honestly I have no idea on the selling price sir. Regards.
It's ok
Have seen this wobbling issue in both the twins of RE......is this a manufacturing fault? Many riders have made videos on them.
I don't see any wobbling issue, I have clocked around 18k kms on my GT650
Wobbling issue was reported mostly in first few batches in 2018 due to old tyres. I bought in 2020, close 4500kms, no wobbling even at 130kmph.
Hi! The few issues reported were primarily due to a defective tyre and or due to an overloaded top case. It is a resolvable issue if at all it happens and is not chronic. Cheers!
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RD 350 keeps up with a RE 650 😅
two classics one old one new.
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Is rd350 for sale
No
TZ 350 has nothing in common with the R5 except some engine case shapes.
Agree that they have little in common. Was just referring to the similarity of basic architecture. 350cc 2-Stroke parallel twin, 6 speed. Cheers!
@@bigbearbangalore The center cases are identical with the R5/RD350 air cooled bikes having provision for the water pump in the casting. the TZ's however are rubber mounted engines and have the famous low-boy mono shock design. I am from chennai and we have various 125, 250, 350 TZs here from 70's to the 90's and some modern 125's from early 2000's ...Long live 2 strokes.
@@mohba01 Awesome!
RD's pickup drops at noon..😉
😀 Big atmospheric temperature changes used to affect 2-stroke engine performance. Cheers!
@@bigbearbangalore yeap, i used RD from 2009 till last month. And RX 135 Tiger from 1998 till 2010
Yamaha + Rajdoot = Yamdoot
Yes it was also referred to as the Yamdoot!
RD350 considering it's age and technology, it is unfair to compare these 2 bikes. RD 350 'WAS' a Giant Killer in those days, not anymore. And Conti650 as of today when compared to any 650 CC motorbike in it's class, is probably the worst in terms of performance. It's a decent bike but nothing is LEGENDARY about it.
You have to pit these bikes in their own class, not against each other. RD350 for most people have emotional value and Conti650 is mostly a matter of affordability. In current age, neither of the bikes are Performance machines.
PS: Before anyone roasts me f or my comments, I OWNED a Conti GT650 for abt 2years and sold 6 weeks ago to get a XSR700XT which is twice the bike than Conti. AND I DO OWN a RD350-1975 EU model (which has more performance than the Indian RD models).
Thanks for sharing your opinion. Cheers!
RD350 Top Speed Sir
I don’t know exactly. Max it has been pushed to was about 140 kmph.
@@bigbearbangalore Mmm okay Sir Thanks you for your information