First Ride Review 2021 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, A True Classic Motorcycle | MotoUK

[@MOTOUK1]

Hey Guy’s, So here is the first ride on a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650cc. Thanks for asking for this review and if there are any bikes you would like me to review just ask and comment below? Cheers Nick @ MotoUK.

[@Antimortem]

Air cooled engines is such a gold ❤️ comfortable riding position, ride all day all the time or any occasion. I love that engine, easy servicing, easy operation, quality parts, runs forever! R.E Interceptor is such "creme of the crop" from the rest. Love it❤️

[@MOTOUK1]

Yes a fantastic classic 👍🙏

[@Shounak2411]

Orange crush looks pretty great to be honest. It has these metallic specs which shine in the sun.

[@MOTOUK1]

Agree looks great 🍊

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Great review again, interesting to read so many comments saying it would make a good 2nd bike. I had other bikes along side my Interceptor, and found I rode the Interceptor more than anything else, so I sold the others, and find the Interceptor does everything I need, happy on country lanes or fast A roads. The engine casings are polished alloy, and need a bit of keeping on top of, otherwise they can fur up and look a bit scabby, but if you own a bike that looks this good, polishing and general maintenance are almost as enjoyable as riding. Thanks again for your thoughts.

[@MOTOUK1]

Nice to hear Ian 👍 was a great bike to ride and more to come

[@Antimortem]

It's the same fenomena everywhere with the interceptor👍 the other bikes gets dusty from being unridden. Such an impressive motorcycles for such simply designed but has such amazing riding pleasure from it❤️

[@Thesilverrat]

The 'blue' fuel tank reminds me of my ducati MKIII 250- oh how I miss that bike after all these years. At 60yrs now and having done my bit for queen and country, the 650 seems like my new ride to see out my hill roads in Scotland and the North Coast 500 before I cannot ride any more.

[@MOTOUK1]

I really like the enfield and the pricing is spot on, love the blue too 👍 thanks for tuning in and subscribing 🙏

[@peterhobbs7609]

Great review, fabulous little old school bike in a good way

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Peter, It’s a real winner the Interceptor great classic and price is right.

[@sonkaldo]

Thank you for doing that review for me very kind of you. Stay well.

[@MOTOUK1]

Welcome Glen 👍

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

It’s a great bike Glen, love mine.

[@vintagentleman391]

Incredible blue color...

[@MOTOUK1]

It is nice 👍

[@mohdhaq640]

Really appreciate your effort thanks

[@MOTOUK1]

No thank you for tuning in 🙏👍

[@davidwaddington9414]

now that would be an ideal second bike, I have bought all my bikes from Preston Motorcycles, including my present Z 900, will see how you like it next week I am sure it won't disappoint.

[@MOTOUK1]

I knew you had a Kawasaki but didn’t realise it was a Z900! Look forward to seeing it when we meet for the Rocket 🚀 3!

[@davidwaddington9414]

@@MOTOUK1 Thumbs Up !

[@MOTOUK1]

Is you Z900 the RS version?

[@davidwaddington9414]

@@MOTOUK1 No.

[@davidwaddington9414]

@@MOTOUK1 www.motorcyclenews.com/bikes-for-sale/kawasaki/z900/60563449/

[@markatchison9974]

I have to admit to preferring your "Sunday ride" & "Cafe series". Everyone does reviews of bikes & it gets pretty samey. More drones, Lakes & scenery :)

[@MOTOUK1]

I hear you Mark 👍

[@passinthru4328]

I agree on the chrome tank.

[@franciseyre1582]

Do not change the tyres, they are very good.

[@MOTOUK1]

Good to know 👍 thanks for the feedback, initially i had never heard of that tyre but later found out they were ok

[@davidbesant]

The bike you rode was a Euro5 version. I have one and it occasionally cuts out on idle in trafic. The dealer reflashed the ECU but so far no improvement. I've only done 500 miles to date but the bike I test rode doesn't do it now it has 800 miles on it, so there's hope.

[@MOTOUK1]

Hope it works out for you and doesn’t do again, nice bike 👍

[@londo0]

Clean the relays.

[@johnstonstewart9683]

Just bought a chrome one as a second bike. Couldn't justify the T100, (or couldn't sell the cost to she who must be obeyed). No regrets about the purchase though and it's a nice contrast to my rally pro.

[@MOTOUK1]

She ! We all have one of those 😂👍 great second bike great classic

[@vintagentleman391]

Almost the same occurred here... My initial goal was an Street Twin... However to avoid deep serious problems I asked "her" opinion and got a green light for an Interceptor. Bless God!

[@MOTOUK1]

😂😂😂👍

[@Dave-in-France]

I was surprised when you said the brakes were 'unnamed" as I've seen them marked on the calipers as "ByBre" apparently standing for By Brembo ???

[@MOTOUK1]

Yes I did mention in the video they were bybre

[@MOTOUK1]

I’ve seen too stamped on the callipers but there was nothing on these only on master cyclinder

[@Dave-in-France]

@@MOTOUK1 yes I noticed that, but it was after I had commented. I was too quick on the draw !

[@MOTOUK1]

😂 no problem 😉 👍 cheers 🍻

[@morgan.enfield]

The brake calipers are no longer marked "ByBre" on this new Euro5 generation and are still made by the same manufacturer: Brembo. In addition, the old models (Euro 4) are being recalled by the manufacturer for replacement because they present a risk of seizure due to oxidation, particularly with the salt dumped on the roads in winter.The new calipers (unbranded) are anodised, the old ones (Bybre branded) are painted and must be replaced (free of charge) for safety reasons by a Royal Enfield dealer.

[@debenhamdave4314]

RE Interceptor Great value bike love the chrome tank, definitely a good 2nd bike. Like to hear if the Kawasaki z900rs SE upgrade worth the extra cash on the standard model. Cheers

[@MOTOUK1]

Let’s see what i can find out re new SE version, if they can get one ill ride it

[@markb3180]

I'm a big fan of modern retro's.

[@MOTOUK1]

Me too Mark after riding the Bonnevilles, opened my eyes to these lovely machines

[@khalilGT]

Same😍my favourite retro bike is the thruxton🔥

[@dennisolson3667]

The tires are CEAT brand. I believe it is an Italian company manufacturing in India. I had the same brand on my Bullet Trials, Michelin now.

[@MOTOUK1]

How were they 😁

[@dennisolson3667]

@@MOTOUK1 The CEAT tires were quite squirrely on rain grooved roads. The Michilins are much more stable.

[@thomasfrank280]

@@dennisolson3667 Thanks for that feedback. The 650s used to come with Pirelli Phantoms till this year. Last year the Indian govt restricted tyre imports and that seems to be the trigger for the change. Unfortunately, it means that we are stuck with the CEATS. Not sure if the option to switch to Michelin or Pirelli is there for us any more.

[@gazoutabout]

Nice looking basic bike, I agree chrome tank looks awesome....bike reviews 🤔 MV Agusta F4 Claudio next 😁only Kidding pal but how about the Ducati Multistrada 1260 Enduro maybe ?? Great video as always 😎

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Gaz, trying to get some Ducati’s, multi is on my list

[@Paul-kp1tu]

Engine cases are polished allow not chrome. Even better !

[@TommyGoode-xu9fb]

Can you do a test ride on a Suzuki GSXR 600cc

[@MOTOUK1]

Not really as I’ve stopped test riding bikes for now as too busy with other projects sorry

[@TommyGoode-xu9fb]

@@MOTOUK1 that’s ok

[@TommyGoode-xu9fb]

@@MOTOUK1I’ve also got some projects

[@TommyGoode-xu9fb]

@@MOTOUK1 doing some work on my land rover defender

[@kantameena9668]

Ceat tires is Cavi Elettrici e Affini Torino, started as Italian company now manufacturing in India

[@MOTOUK1]

Good to know thanks 🙏

[@vintagentleman391]

Heard it's a subsidiary of Pirelli

[@MOTOUK1]

@@vintagentleman391 interesting thanks for letting us know

[@daveinwla6360]

It would have been nice to get a fuel consumption measurement and a buzziness test at 70 mph.

[@MOTOUK1]

Hi 👋 no vibes at 70mph can confirm and I did mention in klm per litre, translated its 67.2miles per gallon

[@daveinwla6360]

@@MOTOUK1 - Both good news! I assume that the mpg was at various speeds. Any snatchiness on opening the throttle (a common problem due to lean mixture at idle)?

[@MOTOUK1]

Mpg is what RE state for this bike. So would be variable for sure. No the throttle was good for fuel injected bike.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@@daveinwla6360 no snatchiness, this is a Royal Enfield, not a Triumph lol.

[@daveinwla6360]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield - :-)

[@TommyGoode-xu9fb]

Can you do a test ride on the Harley Davidson 48 sportster

[@MOTOUK1]

I could but I don’t want too 🤣

[@TommyGoode-xu9fb]

@@MOTOUK1 please can you

[@TommyGoode-xu9fb]

What about the rocket 3 roadster 2007

[@johncraftenworth7847]

best value if you live in India. It's less of a bargain in other locales.

[@robertadams4415]

It is I have one

[@TheStephepps]

Why did they remove the kick starter?

[@MOTOUK1]

I know right, would have loved one

[@MauriceTarantulas]

Very nice!!! Def up there on the potential list. Or the Himalayan for me. Or a Kawasaki...plus that Honda Rebel I think it is.. Or Ducati...Triumph...haha

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers 🍻

[@MauriceTarantulas]

@@MOTOUK1 I agree with the tyres..

[@denisg4288]

What do you consider good tyres. So many conflicting views on that.

[@MOTOUK1]

So tyre technology has come on so much in last 5 years that I don’t see any need for super sticky dry road tyres anymore that you need to change every 3000 miles. I have been running the Bridgestone T30,T31 and I believe T32 is available these are sport touring 2 compound tyres. So soft on edge for more grip and hard in middle which is 80% where you will use most and these give 6,000 miles. Super nice in dry or wet!. I have also had a current set on of the Pirelli Angel GT2 and these are in my opinion even better.

[@mayureshkadam6671]

Could you tell us more about this Ventura blue color, about its road presence and overall feel?? I have booked the same color.

[@MOTOUK1]

It’s a lovely colour, wasn’t sure at first but I really like it, paint quality good, the overall feel is great on this bike. Can’t go wrong for the money and so many companies to custom parts

[@mayureshkadam6671]

@@MOTOUK1 thanks

[@johnstonstewart9683]

Engine cases are polished alloy.

[@MOTOUK1]

Yes wonder how long before they fade, plenty of polish to keep them clean

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@@MOTOUK1 mine is now about 16 months old, and the cases are brighter than when she was new. Just a quick buff with autosol every cleaning day, finish improves.

[@jota3732]

Rev counter , never needed one , feel the bike .

[@stevetaylor8698]

Have to agree, a nice, big, analogue clock (time) is much more useful.

[@freddiebozwell7049]

I bought a ktm 390 Duke 3years ago, nice bike but at nearly 58 I want something simple,,is this the bike?

[@MOTOUK1]

Could be Freddie, they also bring next year a 348cc bullet out. Bonnevilles are nice too, have the Bonneville Steet Twin Goldline special next week only making 1000 of them, stay tuned

[@lrcb40]

Are you allowed to use "Stick around and stay tuned"? #MissendenFlyer

[@MOTOUK1]

Freedom of speech and can say what I like! Who’s the missendenflyer ?

[@DANTHETUBEMAN]

I don't think it will run well with a ton of aftermarket parts,, lol 😆🧂 🤠 but you can try it.

[@p.istaker8862]

Why do they paint the wheel rims black? Not everyone who buys one is a Hipster!

[@dopamine814]

Is there Curfew in the city no one is on road accept you 😳🧐 in india were to ride bike do not get roads like this in cities 🥲😂😅

[@MOTOUK1]

I live in the country so lots less people 😂👍

[@dopamine814]

@@MOTOUK1 🤣

[@TommyGoode-xu9fb]

Can you do a test ride on a triumph rocket 3 roadster

[@MOTOUK1]

I have done both rocket 3 current GT and R in the triumph playlist on my channel 👍 if it’s and older one then no sorry I can’t get one

[@TommyGoode-xu9fb]

@@MOTOUK1 oh ok