Bike Review Australia | Royal Enfield Bear 650, First Look, From The World Launch in California!

[@markxt2]

This is definitely my next bike , Royal Enfield over the last few years have stolen my heart for Motorcycles , I just love them .

[@BikeReviewcomau]

👍👍💪

[@iwillspeakthetruth6499]

Indian Engineering for you ❤

[@rarekid740]

@@iwillspeakthetruth6499 Indian engineering from Bruntingthorpe? lol

[@sanatandharma4435]

Me too!

[@iwillspeakthetruth6499]

@@rarekid740 only one R&D centre is in England and that too has more than 50% Indian engineers, the main centre is in Chennai.

[@josephsummer7762]

Before this I thought scram 400x was the best looking but now I think RE has done a good job

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Yeah not bad eh?

[@nicodiaz627]

This is a beautiful bike but I think the 400x is a more truthful scrambler.

[@pipelee727]

😂😂😂you mean 46hp for a 218kg scrambler is a good job. Not mention 1/3 more expensive than 400X. 😅😅😅

[@ravict]

It’s a never ending process ,

[@RipsawEV_2]

​@@pipelee727Far more torque though, also better at highway

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Hi everyone, thanks for watching my Tech overview - my full review of the bike is up now, also. Cheers, Jeff Ware.

[@cptntwang]

The green frame/white tank looks fabulous

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Sure does.

[@drkeval311]

My garage is calling this

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Haha!

[@JustinMaines]

That was my garage that you heard calling! 😄

[@LeviJean1021]

I own a gt650 and absoloutely love these air cooled beasts esp with a set of diablo pipes🎶These are built to ride it like you stole it. Sooo much fun and stunning looking machines

[@BikeReviewcomau]

They sound great with the two pipes or with the aftermarket 2-1 for sure. Agreed!

[@MegaVistaman]

looks much more premium than 400x.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

👍

[@bingo1967]

WoW, what a bike ! Beautiful and versatile, great review, great music, great shots ! Thanks a lot !

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@mukulsingh4003]

I used to find interceptor a little small, this one looks perfect.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

👍

[@sd3457]

Similar $$ to the Shotgun and Super Meteor do we think? This is definitely the version I've been waiting for, hopefully it'll reach NZ showrooms before the end of the summer...

[@BikeReviewcomau]

I reckon... it is 6,500 to 7000 UK pounds...

[@ruahinesrider]

11.5-12.5k nz.About time the forks got a factory upgrade should do same for Interceptor/Gt as well. Looks good be a great gravel road Explorer in NZ 🇳🇿 where we have plenty to explore.Gravel roads to beaches,rivers in the bush etc. A used Ducati or Triumph Scrambler be better & way more torque & Ducati Scrambler be alot lighter but RE Bear 🐻 🐻‍❄ is a new bike & same cost or little more than used Triumph 900 & Ducati 800 Scrambler.Also there's the RE community,owners club.People been waiting along time for RE Scrambler & will be popular hopefully RE starts releasing 750cc versions soon.

[@sd3457]

@@ruahinesrider air/oil cooled for simplicity which rules out the Duc (plus it's too small for a bloke my size) and I'll take switchable ABS and an extra gear over the 10 extra hp on a ten year old bike Triumph-wise.

[@Beer_goggles]

finally an aussie review, nice work mate, looks like their best bike release so far

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Thanks - my full opinion and review is up now also.

[@sanatandharma4435]

I love my Scram 411, it's right for me. However, I will take a look at this when it's in Spain.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Nice one.

[@garyives1218]

Smart enough to not use hideous gold fork finish on every bike, but just one.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Looks good in the flesh. Ohlins style.

[@bobbyblueace]

Some great detail there Jeff. Nice job. I hope the cat box unbolts from the headers.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Hope so!

[@deltabluesdavidraye]

This is the best RE 650 yet and the best all round bike out there ,besting the regular Interceptor.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

I reckon it will be a hit in Australia if the price is right.

[@jeeves6490]

Damn, the styling is perfect, that shot with them all together could have come straight out of "On any Sunday". Late 60's desert scrambler personified. I might just be interested in a new bike for the first time in quite awhile. Anyone wanna buy a W800?

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Came up well.

[@christopherpekel6096]

Where are you?

[@jeeves6490]

@@christopherpekel6096 Australia! Where women glow and men plunder.

[@anricosangma]

The only problem is front mudguard I think. It could hv been better if it is little bit upper side. Mud would stuck which might damage the guard while offroading otherwise all good.

[@makemanymistakes]

You can customise with extension mudguard

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Good point…

[@ashinterceptor]

Mudguard risers are easily available and a cinch to install. Interceptor owner here.

[@alexisiiflores7342]

Oh boy! oh boy! oh boy!

[@BikeReviewcomau]

😂❤

[@nickbasiliou5744]

It actually looks like a good scrambler

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Got to agree, looks the part. Plenty of colours. They did a good job.

[@kimkitson873]

Looks great. You look tall, how did it fit?

[@BikeReviewcomau]

@@kimkitson873 I'm 187cm. Not allowed to comment until November 5, signed an embargo on opinion.

[@jaspreetbains2776]

Would love this as a second bike in the garage

[@BikeReviewcomau]

For sure!

[@chrispetrou9926]

I want Royal Enfield to increase the power at some point. It's a shame that they make such a nice job on the design and colours and the maximum output of their engines is only 40 something horses.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

They probably will and easily can, I guess they are focussing on being accessible to the learner market for now.

[@edfell66]

47 horses are enough to city and road usage

[@chrispetrou9926]

@edfell66 i don't completely disagree, but around 65-70hp wouldn't hurt anyone. Im not talking about ridiculous amounts of power, just a bit more oomph, especially coming from a 2 cylinder engine, not single.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

@@chrispetrou9926 that’d be awesome, just right…

[@Bhargav443]

In the coming future, the 750cc series will be launched, and it may have 55+ bhp.

[@Jaferluqman1982]

Royal Enfield Motorcycles is a win win situation now Eicher Motors should be on next phase that is Eicher Motorcycles and Scooters to change the way the world Motorcycles.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

👍

[@richardw1043]

Please give us an honest account if the weight's an issue for any off-roading. I think its 20kg too heavy for what you want it for. It's only a few kgs lighter than a 900cc scrambler

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Hi mate - my full review is up now. It's heavy, it's OK for slow smooth dirt roads. We were on a fire trail and anything over 2nd gear slow speed the forks would bottom out. Will be great for dirt roads... no rough tracks though, so definitely not a Himalayan or adventure bike in any way at all, 99 per cent road, 1 per cent dirt...

[@kentoxymoron6857]

Looks great, but I guess no centre stand?

[@BikeReviewcomau]

No centrestand…

[@neelsoni6889]

I'm waiting for them to launch a Scram450 variant of the Himalayan!

[@deltabluesdavidraye]

The guerilla

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Guerrilla is close.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

@@deltabluesdavidraye Yep.

[@theSahelanthropus]

@@deltabluesdavidraye Thats a street/roadster.

[@shmac96]

When Triumph came out with the Scrambler 1200...I thought that was the best 'retro' bike as it wasnt a poser. Unfortunately I can not justify the price even with the new ergonomics which suit my short legs and tall frame perfectly. This however, has pushed me over the edge for not only Royal Enfield as a brand but for one of their bikes. One little niggle...would have been nice if the editor hadnt tied in clips of the bike in action when you were showcasing what was new about the bike e.g. the frame. Just a constructive criticism. Otherwise, thank you for showcasing what looks to be like an exciting, fun and hopefully purposeful bike.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Great stuff! I added action shots to show I have ridden the bike, as mentioned, the review will be on Nov 5. I could have edited it better to not block out some of the stuff I was discussing but, well, I am not the best video editor! Let's hope the price of the Bear is right...

[@shmac96]

@@BikeReviewcomau I see. My apologies. I hope I wasnt too harsh. I enjoyed your content nonetheless.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

@@shmac96 Not at all! All good!

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Hi mate my full review is up now, check it out.

[@shmac96]

@@BikeReviewcomau will do thankyou

[@whammo11224]

It would have been nice to hear how it sounds!

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Sorry about that!

[@hemanthvelamuri]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWG1h6uQq9uXiJo 13.00 for the sound

[@julianrose810]

Interesting , fully synthetic motorcycle oil is recommended 😮

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Expensive but worth the spend...

[@julianrose810]

@@BikeReviewcomau Yes, but it's the first time Royal Enfield (as far as I know) that Enfield has recommended a synthetic oil.

[@SherKhan-b1kes]

Excellent presentation on an absolutely gorgeous looking motorcycle. You’ve got me tempted. Nevertheless, losing a few more Kg‘s would benefit the performance even more as would a few ponies in the 60 region. I still have my 1972 BSA 650 Lightning which is a lot lighter. Maybe it’s bringing the 650 Bear down to a price by using cheaper and thus heavier materials for the frame 🤔 Enjoy your 🍺 Best wishes from Düsseldorf Sher 😎

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Cheers! The beer was nice and cold... it was 40ºC all day up in the hills testing. Bikes seem to be getting heavier year on year for all brands... there is just so much stuff on them now.

[@HaggisPower]

My 1970 T120 was less than 180kg and had the same amount of power!

[@josemanuel2244]

Do this bike have similarities with the Himalayan in the ergonomic section?

[@BikeReviewcomau]

I haven’t actually had a chance to ride the new Himi. In terms of the old Himi, not too similar in rider triangle. This is a lot bigger.

[@davidsobey764]

Hope the frame is better than the Himalayan 450 and tubeless wheels would be nice.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

👍

[@BikeReviewcomau]

👍

[@tamasvarga67]

What’s wrong with the frame of the 450 Himalayan?

[@deltabluesdavidraye]

Same stronger double loop as the interceptor but longer rake longer swingarm and reinforced headstock

[@deltabluesdavidraye]

​@@tamasvarga67It's stressed member not as strong as double down tube cradle.No matter the bullshit they try to feed you.

[@nikitis13]

Did you sell your Interceptor 650 Jeff?? I bought an INT650 a few years ago and didn't gel with it unfortunately, sold it within months. The Bear looks better though.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

I loved my Interceptor but I had to sell it as some readers and viewers seemed to think I was involved with Royal Enfield, even though I just bought the bike as I wanted one... So I had to let it go. I would probably buy the Bear over the INT now.

[@nikitis13]

@@BikeReviewcomau What a bummer! You might need to be tight lipped next time mate 😁... Ride well 👍

[@BikeReviewcomau]

@@nikitis13 I think so!

[@AgricUltra]

Any indication on price? Looks so good.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Just under 7k in UK, so awaiting Aussie price.

[@AgricUltra]

@@BikeReviewcomau that’s about $14k here. Seems pretty steep for a RE…

[@BikeReviewcomau]

@@AgricUltra hopefully it is less than that…

[@MrG-254]

this is one i will buy

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Good stuff!

[@amirankhurtsidze101]

Nice review ,how tall are you?for reference.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

187cm / 6f2. cheers

[@PRAG3]

A inline twin is preferably called a Parallel Twin

[@BikeReviewcomau]

I didn't call in an inline twin Royal Enfield did that is their spec sheet.. I called it a parallel twin and totally agree with you!

[@stephensmith1118]

back in the day these where all called parrallel twins, Bonnievilles, Bsa A10 etc...

[@stephensmith1118]

@@BikeReviewcomau well its an Indian company... they may just call them inline who knows i just think its a great value bike...

[@niyelbackupgallery]

Looks like the fantic caballero

[@BikeReviewcomau]

It does!

[@philgifford8258]

Is that the oil filter completely unprotected?

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Yes, but there is a bashplate/guard available.

[@Free_Ranger_CT110]

Looks good, I like it! Resembles a Triumph 400x that's on steroids. Not sure about the name though.

[@ashinterceptor]

The name is not affiliated with the animal...google it

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Yeah the name can have a double meaning haha.

[@Free_Ranger_CT110]

@@ashinterceptor google urban dictionary mate, you'll be wishing it was associated with the animal.

[@AK-db2ph]

The name is based on a young chap who won a race on his Royal Enfield in California back in 60s-70s

[@korrakrit100]

no center stand?

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Nope, I am trying to find out about it but I guess the cat converter is filling that space now.

[@stevenharris7788]

Looks like I be buying another bike 😀

[@BikeReviewcomau]

😂

[@BikeReviewcomau]

👍

[@syjalookman]

Royal Enfield Motorcycles should enter Eicher Motorcycles and Scooters to change the way the world Motorcycles.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

👍

[@frankpinion4937]

does it have a main stand?

[@BikeReviewcomau]

No but I will ask about it as an accessory.

[@Bhargav443]

By big question is how the suspension feels because 650s have the worst suspension.

[@ashinterceptor]

Couldn't agree more as an Interceptor owner bro. I hope this suspension is good and we the owners of INT/GT 650's can easily retrofit it on our rides.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

I'm not allowed to comment on test results until Nov 5 but the hardware is certainly an upgrade on spec if that helps. Lots more travel too at both ends.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

@@ashinterceptor I asked the same question as an ex Interceptor owner and the answer is no... It would require triple-clamps, more bracing around the head stock plus the forks and shocks are too long. I hope an Interceptor and Continental GT come out with SHOWA BPF and SHOWA shocks in the future though, and the new master-cylinder.

[@ashinterceptor]

@@BikeReviewcomau ah Bummer! Thanks man. I won't get my hopes up

[@BikeReviewcomau]

@@ashinterceptor I did hear a rumour about twin front rotors so that would be good.

[@escapethereality283]

Does it have slipper clutch?

[@rajaakashkumar7099]

Yes interceptor and other 650 has it too

[@ASTAATEEN]

and @rajaakashkumar7099 i don't see that in this 5:12 spec sheet..!

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Sure does, I should have mentioned that.

[@deltabluesdavidraye]

Same yes

[@tonyk2066]

I don't get why the restrict the 650 to below 35kw and 47hp? That seriously puts off anyone with a full licence. What marketing analyst genius told them that the A2 licence holders are more than the Full licence holders? And why not make an unrestricted engine as a option? Cool looking bike but I would never buy it.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

It depends what you want... I had a 650 Interceptor and was perfectly happy with the power, and my background is racing supersport, superbike and all sorts of fast bikes. Another 10-15ps would be good, but there are aftermarket systems and even big bore kits. But I guess the LAMS (learner) market is so huge that they had to cater for it. I would say in the future there will be a larger capacity version... it can be bored as big as 850cc I am told.

[@johna6968]

I only have one issue with Royal Enfield. Too many different models

[@ashinterceptor]

More choice

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Something for everyone...

[@christopherpekel6096]

Why does that matter? How does that negatively affect anything? That's like saying 'theres just too many flavours at my local ice cream shop!' Like what??

[@carlosc.2851]

Colores más horribles les falta cromo😢 solo la black shadow es aceptable!

[@BikeReviewcomau]

I like the colours, particularly #249...

[@christopherpekel6096]

Love it, but I can't get over the homosexual connotations with the name 😂

[@lipsee100]

No centre stand ,,thats me out!

[@ashinterceptor]

I am sure there will be aftermarket options. Stay strong man....at least wait for the motorcycle to reach the streets before losing hopes.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

I didn't think of that or to talk to them about it. I will. Perhaps the cat converter moving to that spot has prevented the centre-stand from being fitted.

[@thodoris3790]

214 kg?too much for 45 hp bike

[@PRAG3]

For starters, this is not your everyday sportsbike. But yeah almost 47 bhp but most importantly 56.5 nm torque mostly down the rev range. The RE 650s are fun to ride.

[@thodoris3790]

@@PRAG3i ride 28 years.i like the looks.but 214 kg with 45 hp and this torgue,its too little.i ll get bored soon.plus that you cant go out in highway with a pillion.so,i can stay with my 2002 xt600 for now.i ll go with a bike with the cp2.i m waiting a new xsr700

[@BikeReviewcomau]

It definitely doesn't blow the mind on paper, but the 650 twins go very well for learner approved bikes, probably the fastest of all of the LAMS category.

[@stephensmith1118]

not really unless you find going fast all the time to be essential, for us oldies... its a practical fun machine with plenty of torque... its just fun to be able to ride ... sure speed is fun... but not all the time

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Actually they did say they could make it more powerful but did not want to exceed the learner legal power to weight ratio ceiling for most countries. I reckon an aftermarket full exhaust system would drop 10kg off alone...

[@jasonjason7277]

too heavy.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Could be lightened - aftermarket exhaust alone probably save 10kg or more. Be nice to get it under 200kg for sure.

[@rogernam2092]

Again too short of a wheelbase..! Not all the Riders are Midgets. Looks out of Proportion!

[@deltaandD7516]

Triumph scrambler 400 x has 1418mm still sales quite in numbers this has 1460mm so for most people it should be ok...

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Looks ok in the flesh.

[@jamiepops62]

Not everyone is a giant either, that's what Africa twin's are for😊

[@deltabluesdavidraye]

It has a larger rake and longer wheelbase than standard.2.3 inches longer

[@ashinterceptor]

Go for the Triumph Tiger Rally Explorer 1200 /BMW R 1250 GS / Honda Africa Twin and leave us midgets alone please, Andre!

[@motoguzzicalifornia2]

is he speaking english?

[@BikeReviewcomau]

No, Spanish.

[@pickledturnip-weseeu]

What. Another bike without a taco. FFS

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Hi mate it has a tacho, incorporated into the dash, I forgot to put an image of it.

[@radekknauer2891]

​@@BikeReviewcomau no mate, he said what he said, give him a taco

[@ashinterceptor]

Please check the dash of a Himalayan 452