I still have the Vstrom1000 and the Himalayan 411 and not selling any of them. The Interceptor is that lovely inbetween bike. It's my choice to own three bikes and I'm happy with that!
@jonathandeeley6276Ай бұрын
Good for you Sandy, none of us know what's round the corner or how long we will continue in the saddle of a bike. That's not being morbid or negative but make the most of your motorcycling whilst you can.🙂👍
@trucker9462Ай бұрын
@WiltshireMan Sorry Sandy if I came across as having a dig. I meant with how you enjoyed the raw of old school biking that the interceptor would be your bike of choice.
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
@@trucker9462 Thanks Trucker, All three bikes I have are quite different, love them all for their individual characteristics, second hand value's are poor so I'll just keep em:)
@Nobby77Ай бұрын
@@WiltshireMan only 7 behind me pmsl
@michaeljoesmith3977Ай бұрын
Can't have too many bikes or guitars for that matter.
@davidpayne8413Ай бұрын
Two old boys enjoying each other's company, what could be better!
@johnbiddal5951Ай бұрын
Beautiful bike Sandy, even more so because it lacks all the techno junk. 👍
@iandawson7373Ай бұрын
Iam a Yamaha man my self but I do like all things royal enfield value for money good solid motorcycles enjoy your new bike
@jgbsweeper7325Ай бұрын
In 1972 I bought a new Honda CB 500 Four. The style and appearance was very much like the Interceptor. I have always loved those classic lines.
@craig7088Ай бұрын
That’s why I watch you Sandy, for the “eclectic mix”. Thanks.
@colinmyler409226 күн бұрын
Good to see you enjoying the bike you have treated yourself to as a late birthday present 🎁. I think that ALL of us motorcyclists can remember the excitement of getting our first bike and the sense of freedom that came with it. 😊😊😊😊😊
@WiltshireMan26 күн бұрын
Hi Colin, I am loving the very back to basics nature of the Interceptor, It's very close to how an old British twin would ride but hopefully a bit more reliable. This bike is 4 years old, actually nearer to 5 but it has only covered 1200 miles. Almost like brand new :)
@ricbarnes6272Ай бұрын
Good for you sir, what a nice machine, i hope you have many thousands of enjoyable miles on her, it's ok to be excited, i know i would be. Like you, when i was 16 & got my first bike, a 305 honda super hawk, i couldn't leave her alone, a proper high, i bought a new to me bike a couple of yrs ago & at 74, i have to say the excitement is still there & i love to go out every possible chance i can, ( totally weather dependant ) , what fun is motorcycling. Enjoy sir, stay warm, ric, ontario canada, first snow in my neighbourhood yesterday, am already eagerly anticipating the return of warmer weather, bye now.
@paulmeyer1628Ай бұрын
Congratulations Sandy with your new bike🤝🏻 I am sure you are going to enjoy riding her...be safe and thanks for taking us along to collect your new iron horse🤗👌🏻🥂
@bazxl57Ай бұрын
Lovely bike i know what you mean about not having as much excitement as you had as a youngster, but i do think part of it comes back when you get the bike home and you cannot stop looking at it, Cheers Baz
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
I must admit Baz, this bike is eye candy for me:)
@timlong1174Ай бұрын
Hi Sandy. Hope my old bike gives you as much pleasure as it gave me. I recognised it straight away ! Brembo stickers on the calipers, Triumph fork protectors, knee pads and also my old exhaust 2into1 system. (Original system was part of my trade in) Should have a hitchcocks oil cooler guard on it as well. Really hope it serves you well. Take care all the best Tim😊
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
Ah Tim, The bike looks well cared for and very low mileage. I would say you treated it very well. I am delighted with it!!!
@timlong1174Ай бұрын
Got myself a Himalayan 450. With the trade in. But do miss the classic looks of the Interceptor. 😉
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
@@timlong1174 I think you'll be pleased with the new Himalayan. I test rode one a few weeks ago but still have my old Himalayan 411 which I have decided to keep. Your old Interceptor is Lovely Tim, I have washed it and dried it and put it away, it will only be coming out when the weather is nice. The Himalayan is my Winter bike and general work horse.
@jimrowland608929 күн бұрын
Standard style bikes have always been on my favorites list. The comfortable seat and handle bar position make them a joy to ride. I had a 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 550 when I was in the Air Force. It was fun to ride. Did a lot of miles and was cheap on gas. Enjoy the new bike Sandy, Good memories, made easy.
@WiltshireMan29 күн бұрын
Thanks Jim, I am fortunate to have 3 lovely motorcycle now, I can't see me getting a fourth as there is no more room in my garage. Of all the bikes the most aesthetically pleasing is the Interceptor, it reminds me of how bikes looked back in the 60's and 70's. I shall use it for most of the local rides where I don't mind the lack of a screen, it will be a joy to experience the freedom of raw motorcycling, but if I have a long journey then it will be on the Vstrom or Himalayan.
@sanclewphotographicАй бұрын
Enjoy your new Bike Sandy it looks a beautie can't go wrong with Royal Enfield, Colin.
@dondle2Ай бұрын
Many congratulations on your new bike Sandy, you will have many happy bimbling miles ahead.
@JC-sl4hkАй бұрын
👍👍👍Congratulations Sandy, what a fine looking bike 👍👍👍. You and Dickie are like kids in a toy shop both gravitating to the coffee machine for your favourite brew and Dickie testing out his new camera handle and zeroing in on the faces of the motorshop employees lol. Stay safe and well. Judy🇨🇦🇨🇦
@ronnronn55Ай бұрын
Thanks for the ride Sandy. Mine is away for the winter. It stays in the house with me! Ronn
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
Thats the way it should be :)
@tonypatey5669Ай бұрын
Love the look of the interceptor. Very cool looking and sounds very satisfying. Congrats Sandy, you deserve to own three bikes . Thanks for sharing. Tony.
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
It's like a mini Bonneville I reckon Tony, just the right size and weight and power
@garyives1218Ай бұрын
Love my 2022, 20,700 miles with GIVI side cases. It's my commuter, smaller grocery run, and ride to hike companion. Valve checks are relatively simple, as are oil changes and chain maintenance. Great to have center stand. Ride 32 to 119 degrees here in Phoenix, AZ. The shop did a fantastic job polishing it up for you! Looks amazing. Enjoy your great find :)
@francismccrossan1669Ай бұрын
Nice to see you and your new bike 🏍 and your friend at the bike shop hope all is well and your Mandy getting back on her feet but stay safe and stay healthy one life enjoy blessed be
@ultimateoutdoors4659Ай бұрын
Own 2019 Interceptor. Brilliant bike. Bought it second hand 2 years ago with 2,800 on the clock and now has nearly 15k miles. Put Enfield stainless silencers on it from Hitchcocks in the midlands. A fly screen, crash bars, touring seat and sump guard. The bike has great lines.
@Daytona2Ай бұрын
The exhaust sound just gets better and better, Sandy! It sounds like a great buy. The wind noise was fine - realistic but easy to hear your voice - good balance - you've got a good setup.
@brianoutdoorlife7788Ай бұрын
That`s a very nice bike, Sandy, enjoy. When it needs a clean pop it around, Dickies. 😁👍 Take care and stay safe.
@sarkybugger5009Ай бұрын
A *_proper_* motorbike. Enjoy, Sandy.
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
It even looks like a motorbike in my opinion :)
@worldofameiso5491Ай бұрын
I got my Interceptor from BikeTreads earlier this year and have done just over 1800 miles so far. A great bike for wandering around the Wiltshire lanes, may see you out and about one day, take care, and enjoy...
@dennissinnett8435Ай бұрын
Lovely bike Sandy, great choice with the exhaust, save a lot of weight there 👍
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
Saves over 9kg !
@Trekon2Ай бұрын
Thats a lovey bike Sandy no wonder you were excited it's very smooth , great video and enjoy your new contresepter 👏👋
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
Hahaaaa :)
@Beavis-et8oxАй бұрын
Congratulation, beautiful bike and a good partner for the Himi. I also have these two but the place of the VStrom in your garage takes a big seventies airhead BMWin mine. Have a lot of fun with your new baby.
@peterrobertson8141Ай бұрын
Great bike Sandy. Reminds me of the Tiger 90 I had way back in 1969. Sounds lovely. Looking forward to seeing you out and about on it again soon.
@dieselbushcraft1299Ай бұрын
I love the simplicity of that bike and it sounds great too, enjoy it you deserve it.
@lachlanmaccormack5427Ай бұрын
Great that at our ages we can still get excited about picking up a new to us machine. Hope you enjoy it !
@norsecynnАй бұрын
Nice bike, particularly nice in that colour combination. Enjoy.
@newlife155Ай бұрын
RE Bullet owner here, enjoy your new friend, I look forward to rides in the future with you and Contracepter.
@richardrichardson-t9xАй бұрын
Nice one Sandy pleased for you.
@motormikeb1047Ай бұрын
Bought the same model new... great bike.. have done several 1500 plus miles solo adventures... 😎
@billdunham1913Ай бұрын
Great machine Sandy. Old School is exactly right and much the better for it. That two into one exhaust sounds really splendid. A bike for sunny days. Enjoy
@buggerlugs7007Ай бұрын
Happy New bike day Sandy You have picked a good one there I should know I have one too!!! RSM8😎👍
@markb3180Ай бұрын
Congratulations Sandy on the new bike and good on you Dickie for taking you down to the dealer 👍👍
@DanOpdalАй бұрын
Congrats, Sandy! Very nice old school basic bike. Noraly Schoenmaker (Itchy Boots) recently bought an old school bike for her road trip adventures. Enjoy your new bike Sandy and stay safe. Cheers!
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
Yes I saw that Dan, It was an old Yamaha Tenere
@Gunslinger-1962-martinАй бұрын
Whoop whoop Sandy get in there 🏍👌 so glad your enjoying your new interceptor 💪 If you can't treat yourself now and then can you 🙌🙌🙌🍻👍
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
It looks like a motorbike should look Martin:)
@adamholbrook2281Ай бұрын
Congrats on the new bike. It's nice you were able to find such a nice bike and at a discount too. Win/win. Enjoy. The only bad part is having to wait for warm days to ride!
@ianlawrie919Ай бұрын
A fine looking and sounding machine. You’re more intrepid than most, taking a new bike home and later out in the raw chill of winter 👍🏻👏🏻👌🏻
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
It's been washed and dried and put away now, only coming out on nicer days:)
@patrickshaw7983Ай бұрын
Nice looking bike, hope you enjoy it. Good to see you're putting the best fuel in, I never use anything different.
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
E10 is a false economy
@campfire52Ай бұрын
Congratulations on the exceptional addition to your motorcycle stable Sandy! I think that you made an excellent choice on getting another Royal Enfield. I am really looking forward to its future adventures with you. I can easily see that bike becoming your most used motorcycle of all. Thanks for allowing us to experience your first ride on it. We are privileged to share this with you. Enjoy yourself! Take care and I will see you on the next one
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
It's old fashioned Terry but also very new. Rides just lovely:)
@campfire52Ай бұрын
@@WiltshireMan Yes, old fashion means better:)
@marcuskiritsis2076Ай бұрын
Nice one sandy, glad the handover went smoothly and you like the bike. I know nothing about motorcycles but that engine sounds like it’s purring like a kitten 👍♥️♥️♥️♥️👍👍👍👍
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
Very understressed engine on these bikes Marcus, should last a long time:)
@billcotton1551Ай бұрын
Congrats Sandy! When I get a new bike, it is the closest thing I can get to the feeling of a kid on Christmas morning.
@hartley383Ай бұрын
Happy new bike day Sandy, looks a treat. Interceptor is what i see as a pure motorcycle, just does what a bike should, lovely.
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
Yes, exactly, it is a pure and basic bike
@tracymcgregor459Ай бұрын
Great to see that you’re feeling better and enjoying your early Christmas present to yourself. I know nothing about motorbikes but it looks great and has a lovely purring sound. I look forward to seeing your further adventures with it in the months to come. Hope you’ve got a heated garage for it!😊
@colinmcnally5931Ай бұрын
I feel that you will grow to love this new bike. Looks beautiful and a great bargain to boot!! Happy riding!!
@greentrumpetАй бұрын
Cracking deal on a sweet bike, one of the best colour schemes too. I've had my chrome one for 5 years and i like it more than the day I bought it.
@mtbninjawarriorАй бұрын
Congratulations!!! Beautiful bike Sandy. Looking forward to seeing it in future videos. All the best, Travis.
@JanetWilson-f2fАй бұрын
Lovely bike Sandy, thanks for sharing. I am excited for you! Jan
@glynntipper9354Ай бұрын
Congratulations on your new bike, Royal Enfield make some very nice back to basics value for money bikes, ride safe love your channel for the variety keep up the good work.
@michaelcase8574Ай бұрын
Congrads,Sandy! Nice bike! That twin, much smoother than a thumper. Many miles of riding pleasure. Millionaire's row? More like multi-millionaire's row. Cheers!
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
Yes, not sure who lives down there, but they needs gates for some reason
@mikehurley5052Ай бұрын
Have fun with that mate, looks proper.
@LockdownElectronicsАй бұрын
Nice one Sandy, looks nice, I would be a bit excited too!
@stevewyatt9988Ай бұрын
Well done - you are smiling behind that helmet 😀as am i feeling the love !
@sashablue1971Ай бұрын
Great bike and seems a smooth ride, congratulations Sandy
@WiggleswayАй бұрын
That looks a really nice bike, sounds good 👍🏻. Look forward seeing more of you out on it when the weather plays ball. Cheers Nige.
@wimbon1959Ай бұрын
the happines in the shop,jumping Sandy.....like a little boy going to the toy shop....... older men will always be little boys when buying their toys!! well done Sandy....enjoy to the max....greetings to all off you,and yes.....also to Dicky ;-) Wim ;-)
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
I just want some nice weather now Wim so I can go for a ride:)
@wimbon1959Ай бұрын
@WiltshireMan i underdstand,heard about the bad weather everywhere in the country,i hope you are doing well..... we all will wait for a new riders video when the weather is better!!! 😘
@gordonsuddery4635Ай бұрын
Congratulations on your new bike, i'm sure you will enjoy it. I would love one also plus a new Himalayan but can't see that happening my best wishes to you from the Philippines ❤️💪👍😉😄😁🏁🏍️🛺🐑🇵🇭🏴⭐
@paulthompson1896Ай бұрын
Suits you sandy. Enjoy your new bike. Make sure you ask father Christmas for some autosol for those engines cases.
@chrisbittlestone9264Ай бұрын
I hope you really enjoy the new moto, Sandy. All the best 👍.
@allanthompson9695Ай бұрын
Hi Sandy. Long time no speak / comment. Good to see you, and great to see the Beautiful Interceptor. I met you years ago in the prepping bushcraft community with Darren Mike Pete etc. Ive been away preoccupied with family and medical stuff amongst other things. I got back into bikes a few weeks ago with the purchase of Dee Dee, the Classic 350, and the Interceptor is definitely on the horizon. Great vid as always mate. Last I saw you was micro lighting lol. Man of many talents, so you are, inc the maker of excellent bushcraft knives. All the very best mate, and take care. Allan
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
Hi Allan welcome bike, plenty of motorbike content on the channel and hopefully plenty more to come:)
@TheSkskiteyАй бұрын
Thats a very nice new bike you have Sandy , no electronic computer stuff just old school reliability . Hope you go on a proper ride soon and on the motorway at some stage to see how it handles at speed . Happy riding :-)
@hdirl9309Ай бұрын
The very best of luck with your new motorcycle Sandy, enjoy it, ride safe!
@alexmutimer3691Ай бұрын
Lovely bike, new bike day rocks. I like your millionaire road, we have a murder mile round here, it's a mile + long, very open to elements and old Bob used to say it was murder walking his dog there. My friend takes his v8 cars down there to test things! Ha ha
@jeremyhooper1309Ай бұрын
A great bike to add to your fleet. Enjoy it in fine weather Sandy.
@jfro5867Ай бұрын
Have ridden an Interceptor twice, very nice bikes. Can totally see why they are so popular. Enjoy 👍
@GrahamFootBicycleLoverАй бұрын
Sounds lovely Sandy.
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
A motorbike would be ideal for you for when you can't ride a normal bicycle Graham:)
@michaeljewell53Ай бұрын
Going NEC tomorrow so I'll have a butchers at the RE stand, enjoyed vid Sandy, nice bike😍👍🏻
@torquewrench7Ай бұрын
That’s a great looking bike Sandy. Enjoy 👍
@copper6600Ай бұрын
Looks good, sounds good, rides good, happy days Sandy 🍀🍀🍀
@kevbaldwin9552Ай бұрын
Happy new bike Sandy .nice honest bike the interceptor and a real bargain at that kind of money 👍
@cleophusAАй бұрын
Congrats on the new ride Sandy! Looks like a fun bike.
@NostrildomusАй бұрын
That was my first bike too . . . 1962 Honda Super Sport fifty . Hand operated clutch on the three speed transmission foot shifted . Way more sporty than the step through peddle ped's of the day . Even more rare to find anyone else that had one . . . Thanks . . . T/C/E
@rickgordongordonellissteel3761Ай бұрын
Looks lovely Sandy, well done. Looking forward to seeing your adventures on it.
@motowolfnorway.k.e.b.8005Ай бұрын
Beautiful bike👍Best whises from Norway🇳🇴
@davebarney3369Ай бұрын
Lovely bike. It was my birthday the other day. I was not excited. Seeing my granddaughter is the only thing that excites me nowadays. 😂
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
Yes, birthdays no longer excite me either:)
@morganmartyАй бұрын
Hi Sandy, congrat's on your new bike, it look's beautiful, nice colours, sounds great too, I hope that you have many happy miles and outings on it.
@greybrawnАй бұрын
What a lovely bike Sandy, a very useable machine, here's to many years of reliable safe riding. Take it steady....
@andrewcrofts531Ай бұрын
Beautiful exhaust tone.....love it Sandy!
@johnpawson7400Ай бұрын
Really sounds nice and I like the colour.
@stefanomonte-t9zАй бұрын
Congrats on your new bike hope you enjoy it as much as I'm enjoying my bullet and snap my first bike was an ss50 as well
@pierreleroux2441Ай бұрын
Go for it Sandy, enjoy the ride. 👍👍👍
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
Hi Pierre, It's a Beaut. Hope you are keeping OK and staying warm:)
@Andy_84Ай бұрын
As an interceptor owner myself I'm looking forward to your future videos with your new bike. Congratulations on the new machine!
@TheMendipmanАй бұрын
Excellent choice Sandy. May you have many happy miles. Noel
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
It's a proper back to basics old school bike Noel, the sort of motorbike that modellers make to put on their model railways:)
@AllanOakley-k9eАй бұрын
Wow Sandy you must have a big sitting room to keep all your bikes in LOL ,Al Christchurch New Zealand
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
If it wasn't for the wife I would keep them in the house where it stays warm
@richardstory2423Ай бұрын
You did well on that price Sandy! Great as a second bike. I couldn’t get on with mine having short legs the pegs would jab my calf’s when I put my feet down. Also the lack of power on motorways was quie hairy. B roads and country lanes nothing better.
Ай бұрын
Nicely prepared for you, not just a quick wipe over with an oil rag. Enjoy!
@English.Andy1Ай бұрын
Nice filming Dickie. Congratulations 🥳 on the bike Sandy. May it serve you well. I’m sure it will bring you much happiness.
@WessexBladesHandMadeKnivesАй бұрын
oh yes!! very nice Sandy!!
@patrickevans8940Ай бұрын
Hi sandy, what a handsome set of wheels.
@stina6762Ай бұрын
Hi Sandy. Good choice. If you think about it Phil’s interceptor has enough gumption to drag a sidecar around, so solo it’s plenty! I love riding his and I keep getting tempted to take the chair off and have a ride one weekend ( don’t tell him though 🤫😅) For now I’ll stick with me Africa Twin though! 👍
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
Hahaa, I've seen a few Interceptors tied to a sidecar. Looks a lovely combination
@Pelefan1970Ай бұрын
Pleased you are loving it Sandy. I was excited for you. Nice one.
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
Thanks Mark, It's a real Beaut:)
@PaulBissekerBushcraftАй бұрын
Lovely bike Sandy. Sounded great when you pulled off the lights. I think i only just got excited about mine after 4 months of having it. Lol, When i open the garage i do smile 😁
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
Can't beat a nice motorbike Paul :)
@SueReed-wo5wbАй бұрын
Lovely bike Sandy! 👍😁
@artiecisneros4691Ай бұрын
Congratulations on your new bike.
@tweedelideeАй бұрын
Lovely machine. Enjoy and ride safe ! ( a 350 classic and (now 34 year old BMW sidecar) rider ). And I love Your philosophy about excitement . As one gets older and has known quite a bunch of bikes ... and survived quite a couple of years aswell ... you live more in the moment. I am thankful for every nice hour without worrying too much and the fun of still being able to ride these lovely machines.
@WiltshireManАй бұрын
All we ever really have is this one small moment, the eternal NOW:)
@chathamabs2011Ай бұрын
Beautiful bike. Ride safe👍
@jasonorme41802 күн бұрын
On your latest KZbin video have a merry Christmas for you and your wife merry to all good luck been watching for 2 years now
@norwegiantinkererАй бұрын
Congratulations on getting a new bike! It's a beauty! And congrats on hitting 50 k subs! 👍