Interceptor 650 - 25,000 km long term ownership review

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The Interceptor 650 is a motorcycle we waited a lot for and it was worth the wait. Never before have we experienced a motorcycle like it. Top-of-the-line specs and components and we have ridden it everywhere and come out with a wide grin. It has some niggles as all bikes do but nothing that can't be sorted. Go ahead take a test ride :)
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phone mount, charger and tank pad from Ali
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[@himanshujoshi2]

7 minutes into watching and i cannot resist myself from posting this comment rather than first watch it till the end because its brilliant. I myself own an interceptor, an interview would not have kept me interested to watch it further unless its a discussion like this, that has been recorded in a simplest of set up, no irritating background score, unnecessary graphics, fake accent, anchors dressed like we all do for a discussion with our known ones, all this very much relatable. Ashish sharing his experience to which i myself can relate my experience and interaction with this versatile machine, is very real.

[@happinessperkm]

Hey Himanshu. Humbled by your words. Means the world to us. Hope to ride with you soon. 🤗

[@bahl88]

Thanks Himanshu. Just came back from rides to Himachal & Uttarakhand. The interceptor is so much fun. Where are u based ? We should ride together ✌🏻

[@navbharatsingh7061]

True

[@360hitesh]

@@happinessperkm Himalayan or interceptor 650 ??? currently I am having commute between two towns small roads with high amt of speed breakers around 60k daily but after one year I will use it as a occasional ride tours etc & I want it to keep it for long time

[@obsessedwithdesserts2421]

@@360hitesh hey bro, I'm in the same situation so which one did you buy?

[@shikharmaru2791]

How mature and perfect the actual owner and his body language looks...lovely that he has time and money for all that.

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@sarkarinaukar9658]

man, if only all ownership reviews were even half as good as this, life would have been so much better.. amazing review❤️

[@happinessperkm]

Thank you. Keep watching.

[@devathegreat]

Enjoyed the interview. Kept it simple and no fancy accents or show off. So refreshing. Kept the conversation squarely on the bike and the biker. As a fellow owner of an Interceptor, i could relate to most of the points. It's perfect for Indian roads and touring in India. It's a joy to ride all day. Tubeless conversion is worth the upgrade and gives you a lot of peace of mind. Heat, I'm not sure I fully agree as I do feel it gets quite hot. But compared to some of the foreign brands then yes, it's not that hot. Overall, top notch interview.

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks a lot Balaji. Much appreciated

[@VM-1964]

Shanks and Ashish... what a pleasure and treat it was, to see/hear such a wonderfully mature review...Thanks a ton and happy biking/touring/reviewing

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks for watching and the feedback Vijay. Means a lot 🤗

[@JC-nx5xx]

This is definitely not for squids. Excellent discussion ❤️.

[@bahl88]

Jai, Thanks for watching ✌🏻

[@aaajrocks]

Squids be like all this is ok but can you pass 2 trucks while endangering lives of everyone else around you? That too without wearing a helmet..

[@JC-nx5xx]

@@aaajrocks Really I didn't get you.

[@iqbal5286]

@@JC-nx5xx congratulations for not understanding his words. U r not a squid🙏🙏. Be proud, be a responsible rider.

[@JC-nx5xx]

@@iqbal5286 why did you get hurt for mentioning squid ? Squids definitely feel boring to watch this video. Hope you are not a squid. 🙏

[@bhaveshtekchandani7215]

This is the best video on Review of interceptor 650 hands down!

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks Bhavesh. Means a lot 🤝

[@MrSsundararaman]

Bhavesh do check out the blog on happinessperkm.com as well (Our take on the Interceptor 650)

[@DANTHETUBEMAN]

Lot of ppl like the relaxed format, I like that the interview lets him state his whole ides. Motorcycle riders don't like to be cut off,, lol 😆

[@happinessperkm]

😁

[@Zorasidhu64]

Two very well experienced gentlemen conversation..giving the real detailed review! Unlike the ones these days..I hope this channel grows.. looking forward for more content like this from shanks sir as well

[@bahl88]

Thanks for watching 😌. With well wishes like you we will surely grow 🤝

[@MrSsundararaman]

Thanks a lot Zorawar... Will be bringing one out every 2 weeks... Join the "trippin with shanx" community for more such work... chat.whatsapp.com/Ji0D5iqF0SY68jsAMYEu2l

[@prashantgusain8157]

Subscribed 2 minutes into the video , really informative, crisp & on point 👍. Good work keep going.

[@happinessperkm]

Prashant ! Many thanks. 🤗

[@mikebills9343]

Interesting to listen to these guys ! Love the intercepter from Spain 🇪🇸

[@happinessperkm]

Hey Mike. Yes the Interceptor 650 is a fabulous motorcycle

[@carpathiandevil]

I could listen to this guy talk about his interceptor all day long. Gonna put a deposit down on mine this week. Great to know the reliability is excellent when it's properly maintained.

[@abhinav187]

Amazing discussion. This is what a mature professional review is meant to be. Great content.!!

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks 😊

[@gauravthakral9719]

Now that's how a bike is reviewed. Thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it. Keep up the great work guys... Cheers

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks buddy

[@rockstar58240]

Great conversation 👌 cheers to the biking community

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks for watching Kashish 😊

[@charanreddy2504]

He's the one who love and care his bike...i hope I'll meet him one day and learn so much from this amazing human...❤️

[@happinessperkm]

Hey Charan. Thanks for watching buddy

[@jeevakkuwar]

Definitely one of the better content on KZbin for bikers, from actual bikers. Great bike, great videos.. But gotta say the helmet is what I'm loving more :P

[@happinessperkm]

Thank you for watching ✌️

[@babai08]

The timing of Ashish's entry is precise. Thumbs up

[@happinessperkm]

😊✌🏻

[@DANTHETUBEMAN]

Was wondering How they timed that,, lol 😆

[@ravik6169]

Brings out the calmness, makes you give attention to every spoken... Exceptionally put away,, also very meticulous mods.. Happy motoring ND Cheers!!

[@happinessperkm]

Ravi, thanks for watching 😊

[@bahl88]

Thanks Ravi ! 🤝

[@brianbrian8694]

One of the best interviews and frank reviews of the bike I've heard so far and not really any need to look any further, for me it's a great stock bike and with just a few simple, practical mods mentioned in the video can be made to suit virtually every rider at a price that is not going to break the bank.....Really enjoyed the video guys...Thank you so much...My mind is made up...Interceptor all the way...

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks Brian. We echo your thoughts ✌🏻

[@palashkale]

It was really designed for taller guys, the stock seat was too narrow and had very little cushion, which was extremely uncomfortable and a no go for long rides, once I got the seat changed for a wider and more cushioned seat, I realised that my feet were just a bit top toeing, and I'm 6 feet the foot pegs also didn't help, but I could handle it not a big deal, and I get much better comfort, but any of my friends who are shorter than 5 ft 10 in have a really hard time handling my bike and it's also heavy.. I think the stock seat was a last minute decision, otherwise many Indians would have rejected the bike on their first test ride..

[@happinessperkm]

Hey Palash. You nailed it. Lovely to read your in-depth analysis. Thank you 😊

[@stundown]

Thanks man I am 6'1 should suit me

[@starkhead4760]

@palash i am 5'7" with stock seat on interceptor and my foot fall flat with it and with GT seat it goes more comfortable as it goes more lower and has more comfort so a 6 feet tall guy can totally manage it with any seat yeah actually the problem is for fat people with heavy hips, their hips don't settle on this narrow seat. But for people above 5'6" interceptor is total fine ✅

[@prathamesh2829]

Thanks to AOM - Zoheb's IG story, I came to know abt ur video. You two gentlemen have nailed it. I was looking for such video for the interceptor ever since I have planned to get one for myself. This one has put a stop to my search. Thank you so much. I would love to see much content going forward for the Interceptor and in fact, if we get such quality content, your discussion on any bike will be a treat for me. Cheers! 🙂✌🏻

[@happinessperkm]

Hey Prathamesh. Thank you Zoheb is an amazing man and we will surely make more videos on the Int 650 ✌🏻

[@praveenr5858]

Most underrated review video of the Twin...Very Detailed discussion , was very nice to see a expert owner talking....❤️

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks 😊 for watching

[@vilaskulkarni3147]

Excellent interaction and excellent view on Interceptor! But what I fell in love with was : you were probably riding on a Yezdi in the very very begining of the video. We had Yezdi at home when I was a child till I migrated to bigger cities for study and work (effectively, we owned the Yezdi between 1974 and 1994). I toured on it thousands of Kms when there were "roads", when there were "so called roads" or when there were no roads! Till today, there is still no other bike I could fall in love as intensively as I could, with Yezdi, though I have ridden plenty of other ones for thousands of kms! That "feel" was and still is "special". Waiting for cruiser edition of RE650, expected to be launched in 2021 (pillion at home is insisting for tugging along, otherwise, I would have been ok with Interceptor too😃). Hope, I fall in love with that one, as intensively, as I did with our Yezdi of yore!👍

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks a lot Vilas. I too started with a Yezdi - Cl II 🤗

[@CuoreSportivoQV]

23.000 km in one Year. Here in Austria , in Heat , Rain and Snow 🌨️ , no Problems at all , just fun to riding ,😀

[@happinessperkm]

Awesome and great to hear !

[@Moneysingh_99]

Thats what we call a review ! Liked and subscribed! Keep it up aficionados.

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks 😊 for watching ✌🏻

[@AswinJP]

I've ridden mine for 13k in same 18 months. Not much by your standards, but been running it stock. The only change I'm looking forward to is a suspension upgrade.

[@happinessperkm]

Hey Aswin. Motorcycling is a tough sport and 13,000 km is a lot. Keep riding. The Interceptor will keep delighting you. Stock is a ton of fun too :)

[@AswinJP]

@@happinessperkm Definitely a lot of fun!

[@suhaschaugule661]

The beauty of this discussion is that both have well crafted notes in their hands.. this is d way to convey d crux when one have loads of information to share ..It's a clear thoughtful expression with insights..

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks a lot Suhas.

[@2PistonRolling]

Right said.. Even I sometimes feel that my Interceptor 650 need 7th Gear.

[@allsearpw3829]

Hi, change the gear box sprocket for one less tooth is what some people do .

[@sraman31]

Down sizing the front sprocket by one tooth, will give you much higher top end in the 6th gear, while upsizing it by one tooth will give you more torque. More torque🥺... Oh yeah, you can then upsize the tyre 😁... Goody goody gumdrops😋

[@VikramSingh-iv1hv]

Great review by two experienced gentlemen, very simple, informative and classy, no over dramatic scene👍🏻

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks 😊 a lot

[@sraman31]

Thank you Vickey

[@ruahinesrider]

India looks like a beautiful country to ride around, especially with rich history, ancient & modern.

[@happinessperkm]

You bet. And there are beautiful places yet untouched in India.

[@ruahinesrider]

@@happinessperkm I live in New Zealand 🇳🇿 lots of beautiful scenery & poor to good roads most average.NZ a very young country with no permanent structures untill 200yrs ago lots of bush, farms, forests but no rich history like India or Europe.I like history must be good to travel to ancient historical places.😀👍🏍️

[@happinessperkm]

We are envious already 😊

[@VMJSenpai]

"A Triumph Street Twin is a modern bike pretending to be a retro bike whereas the RE 650 is a retro bike that's made modern enough to meet EURO 5 specs" That's what another KZbinr (DEeMON), who had a Street Twin, said about the the RE 650 and he's right. It's a true 'military-grade' bike that gets the job done, a barebones bike with ABS. Honestly, RE hit the nail on the head with the 650 compared to the Bullets that were riddled with electrical gremlins from poor quality control once they started mass-production of those bikes several years ago. Considering that it's significantly cheaper than other similar retro bikes like the Street Twin and the W800 and that there are tons of aftermarket parts for it, it makes sense as a valid touring bike, and the fact that it's an RE bike, any good mechanic worth their salt (or a responsible rider that knows what they're doing) can fix it making it a valid commuter, too. It's no wonder that it's MCN's retro bike of the year two years running. I've heard from people overseas that have this bike that they typically swap out the rear suspension to something better or put on more comfortable grips to make it more comfortable. If it were me, I'd get the bike in the Ravishing Red or the Baker Express colour way though, hehe. Great review. Pretty relaxing to watch like an NHK documentary.

[@bahl88]

Thanks Vishnu. And you nailed it. The interceptor650 is a game changer. Love it

[@razorback5492]

What do you think about Ohlins suspensions you can put in option on on the interceptor ?

[@happinessperkm]

Ohlins yes can be put. But maybe it will be an overkill. Think the front and rear for a lakh plus. But if that is the level of performance you want then Ohlins are the best

[@razorback5492]

@@happinessperkm yes good for performance but not for comfort What do you think about royal enfield touring comfort seat ? Did you ever tried ?

[@bartoszpajak2285]

Gentleman, a very informative video! Thank you!

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks for watching. ✌️

[@ritinsharma5330]

We need many many more of such videos!

[@happinessperkm]

😊 Thanks for watching buddy

[@nevillecarvalho2040]

This is a really good long term review. Perhaps some information on the after-sales service experience would be nice to have

[@bahl88]

Hey Neville. Any thing specific you would like to know ?

[@bahl88]

Thanks Neville ! 🤗

[@sanketjain9320]

@@bahl88 Autocar said the engine oil costs a whooping 2K?!

[@bahl88]

@@sanketjain9320 yes

[@diaryofawanderingboot4058]

I hope this man has added an ecu tune to compliment the air intake and exhaust mod. The mixture will get lean with the air intake .

[@happinessperkm]

Fair point.

[@DANTHETUBEMAN]

Take the air filter cover off and use fender washers to hold it the place. More airflow.

[@abhijeetgyal]

Passion....shines through! excellent video earned a sub!

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks buddy

[@kamleshchand5982]

Thanks Guys !.. Which fork oil in particular please? Did you expert any wobble on the front especially when you let go off your handle bars (strictly to check the stability and line!). Your views much appreciated. Thanks 🙏🏿

[@suhas-n5s]

Thanks, ....👌👌👌This is so inspirational video with best review ....!

[@bahl88]

Thanks Suhas. Means a lot 🤗

[@PradeepKumar-jv9oi]

This channel is for true biking enthusiasts, Love watching this channel in my free time

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks 😊 for watching

[@samguapo4573]

I love my Classic. I also love the fact that the lockdown has made the air fresher. Though most places are closed, I still get to go around and with an Enfield, its easy to avoid police checkpoints :)

[@jordanfitnesschannel7715]

This is the first review video of int650 in which m not skipping ❤️

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks 😊 for watching buddy

[@gvurgese]

great interview.. i've booked for one to be delivered early 2022. Reportedly there is a 2-1 exhaust being tested. Hoping that is an upgrade to look forward to in the upcoming models, along with the few that you have mentioned.

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks 😊 for watching

[@NeerajChodankar]

For now im riding royal Enfield Trials covered 10,000km only cuz of covid upgrading to interceptor soon....❤️

[@vloggerdeb]

very very informative discussion... I have already booked an Interceptor 650 of this same color, i am gonna have a bit of issue with the rider footpegs as i am 5'5"

[@happinessperkm]

You will get used to it. Just go easy :)

[@ridewitharko]

My next upgrade will be this one !! Thanks for making this video . Beautifully crafted and well presented. I'm your new subscriber ... 🙏

[@happinessperkm]

Hey ! Thanks a lot. Hope to ride with you soon 🤗

[@ridewitharko]

@@happinessperkm sure mate 🍻

[@geograhicallysouth]

Would the bike run lean with the DNA air filter? do we need a fuel booster or a powertronic ecu??

[@bahl88]

A little leaner yes. But the ecu will learn it. I personally don’t think a powertronic is needed. If u need more torque. Go for the minus one tooth front sprocket. U will get 5 -6 % more torque.

[@Akhil21744]

Nice review! From did you got the tank pad on the sides?

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks. You can get similar pads from Raw & Rugged - They are on insta.

[@Ichogil]

I have Dirtsack Ace which I use on my Classic 500...will they fit the Interceptor, I wonder?

[@amaragricultural4157]

Girls you are not discussed everywhere . Two men and only machine .

[@nirnaynayak2445]

On your face , for thoes who said interceptor has no gear indicator 😆 . THE MOST MATURE DISCUSSION ON BIKE. BY FAR THE BEST.

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks 😊 you made our day

[@lalitkhopade6747]

Very informative video in such a relaxing and soothing way 👍

[@happinessperkm]

Thank you Lalit.

[@akashjingade]

Thanks alot Shanks and Ashish, it was an excellent review overall. All the corners were convered ❤️

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks Buddy

[@navbharatsingh7061]

Checking for the RE Interceptor reviews since few days...This is the only worthy one..i found. True and Experienced biker ..Sir thanks for sharing your experinces..

[@happinessperkm]

Hey buddy. Thanks 😊 for watching.

[@vidyabhushantripathi929]

Absolutely loving this channel. Feel real good listening to genuine riders opening their heart and pouring all the love for a machine. Stupendous work!

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks 😊 a lot for the encouragement

[@jbasumatary7861]

I like Continental GT more tho But hope RE is observing this video and try to make a touring bike in the same platform

[@shree397]

Impressive content ❤️ Subscribed

[@happinessperkm]

Thank you 🤗

[@mifdaniel]

Very modest to say best bike in India......it is a great looking all rounder.

[@happinessperkm]

Fully agree 😊

[@yogindertickoo]

What's the bike the host is sitting on when the video starts? It looks fucking beautiful! I love the handlebars! Please i want to know. Thank you

[@MrSsundararaman]

Ah the bike is a Yezdi Roadking from 95 and that handlebar is something that was called a Monkey handlebar when I was in college... it was pretty much the coolest handlebar to have, when I was in college :) If you are based out of Delhi come over on saturday to Swati Jawa. I will be taking the bike there for a complete engine overhaul in their service center. We imported an expert from Bangalore who will be helping us with that.

[@yogindertickoo]

@@MrSsundararaman great than you

[@binnysharmavlogs]

Oodles of power.. absolutely.. and i completely agree that u can do long distance all day long.. i did 1100kms in 17 hours and i could still go on and on..this is such a great review.. ❤️❤️

[@bahl88]

Thanks buddy. And we got to ride soon. 1100 km in 17 hours is amazing !

[@binnysharmavlogs]

@@bahl88 thanks ashish.. was hoping to do about 1500km in a day but then thanks to google aunty, she kept throwing me off the national highways to the state highways.. but no complaints cause i ended up having a great story.. 😇😇 just amazing to see u do so many things and kms on the bike and it looks absolutely as good as new..😇 i sure ll call u for tyres and what else are the options cause i m just about 10k kms now.. so change for sure.. also about outex, what does it cost and i guess way2speed have an option for tubeless too rite?

[@bahl88]

@@binnysharmavlogs look forward. Seems we both love riding long 🤝

[@bahl88]

@@binnysharmavlogs outex is about 16.5 k incl labour. Way2speed is about 7.5 k incl labour

[@RaviRJoshi]

1100km in 17 hours is great. Where did you start and where did you end?

[@hariharansj6115]

Were did you find that visor ?? Need one

[@happinessperkm]

It's the Himalayan visor

[@khopkartushar]

Hi. I own a interceptor 650. What are your views on tube to tubeless? Does that affect the spoked rim and stability of the bike at higher speeds?

[@happinessperkm]

Hi Ashish has been running outex tubeless for 40 k + km. No issues.

[@rajugupta-zc8vr]

Hi sir..i own an interceptor 650..i want to change its handlebar as it z very uncomfortable..i want to replace it with renthal jimmy button bend..but unable to find it..can u please help me or guide me from where i can get it..

[@ganeshdurga3006]

Good Informative stuff keep doing, this the best review video on Interceptor 650❤️

[@happinessperkm]

Many thanks Ganesh. 🤗

[@abhijitkundu1879]

The peripherals are something amazing.

[@SanketKambli]

i love this discussion.i ride electra UCE, and hope to one day upgrade to a bigger bike and tour more. your mention of 750 kms brought back memories of my own hyderabad-mumbai one day ride on my electa. is interceptor a good daily driver, since i will use the same bike for commute and touring.

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks buddy. The interceptor is a great all round performer, its great for city commutes too, the low end grunt keeps you from flipping gears in traffic. The weight is well managed on this bike, you won’t feel it to be tougher to maneuver it in traffic as you are already riding a UCE Go ahead buy it and must thank RE for making such a great motorcycle.

[@MrJpb2000]

Great interview thank you. Where did you purchase the knee tank pads from? They look awesome.

[@bahl88]

Thanks buddy. Here is the link a.aliexpress.com/_mLBi7Id

[@andrewbull3537]

Only thing i can say to all the people in india is .....please keep your heads down and be safe ,this virus is killing to many people, Right now that has been said ,back to business, thankyou for an excellent video, it was very informative. Take care on the road fellas and stay safe 👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks Andrew

[@pavansikkapatte]

I'am amused by the number of likes the videos on this channel is getting. This is pure motorcycling passion and it's sad to see that the nation filled with motorcyclist don't see it yet.

[@bahl88]

Thanks Pavan 🤗

[@MrSidMenon]

All good things are under appreciated in the beginning..

[@bahl88]

@@MrSidMenon 🤗

[@adityaanand2315]

Nice review 👍👍👍 Good editing Thanks for sharing your thoughts

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks Aditya ! Means a lot

[@AnandKumar-dg2cy]

Best explained about Interceptor 650.... Simple and neatly modified bike.... Can you please share me the link to purchase the Tank Pad....

[@happinessperkm]

Hey Anand. Many thanks. Here is the link for the tank pad kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKfdkJ6njqxmnKs

[@AnandKumar-dg2cy]

@@happinessperkm Hi Team, I wanted the link for the dark brown tank pad which is attached to the both sides of tank... not the tank bag from tripmachine....

[@happinessperkm]

Hi here is the link for tank pads a.aliexpress.com/_mLBi7Id

[@AnandKumar-dg2cy]

@@happinessperkm Thanks for sharing the link :)

[@rupeshjajal2426]

Very much detailed review I have ever seen..👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻 Just awesome..👍

[@bahl88]

Thanks Rupesh 🤗

[@gregbrassington2120]

Great video , well done both of you.

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks 😊 for watching ✌🏻

[@shikharmaru2791]

Again trying to whatch the vedio without looking at the almost naked.. interviewer....now it seems some meaningful. i like interceptor.

[@buddy_info]

Amazing review. Excellent points discussed, and I am sure future buyers will benefit like me. It must have taken a long time to film, and you grew a beard by its end. 38:01 😜

[@happinessperkm]

Hahahahahaha. 😁 Actually it took just an hour to film. Shanks & Ashish knew what they wanted to say. Yes its a bit long but then 😁😁 we had a lot to say

[@sidharthshivappa1359]

Wow 🤩 lovely interesting conversation 👌👌 , very good professional guys u both are!!!! Love to see such immersive videos !!! Great job and I wish u lot more happy miles... ride safe

[@bahl88]

Thanks a lot Siya. Humbled by your words. Means a lot 🙏🏻

[@pvhemanth08]

Very informative and thanks a lot for the reviews

[@happinessperkm]

Hemanth, Thanks for the encouragement and for watching 🤝 much appreciated

[@ankitpare6493]

Subscribed… What a great video❤️🤘

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks 😊

[@Sam1299sl]

What an amazing review! Really sets you apart from any other channel or reviews. Tbh this review has cleared so many of my doubts regarding the motorcycle and actually made my decision pretty easy to go for the mark three interceptor. The tasteful customisation is drool worthy and speaks for itself. Thanks for listing out all the mods done from the inside and out. The only thing I wanted to confirm was that if you got your front fender painted or a new black one? Thanks again for the video.

[@happinessperkm]

Hey buddy. Humbled by your words. Many thanks. Ashish’s Int is his life (cliche ! ) and he keeps it’s well. Front one is wrapped black. Rear is bought from RE. If ur NCR based ride with us sometime.

[@Sam1299sl]

@@happinessperkm It’s such a beautifully kept machine that it would be! Got the fender info. I actually would’ve loved to ride with you but unfortunately I don’t reside in ncr. But surely whenever I do get a chance I’ll reach out to you guys.

[@deepaksrinivasan8315]

I own a GT650! It just 2 months old! Perfect long time review🔥

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks a lot buddy

[@deepaksrinivasan8315]

@@happinessperkm welcome😊

[@chiragd2423]

Quality issues and service issues if can be resolved would be great. My friend interceptor started showing rust in 3 months. But all said n done RE has come way up in heights by this twins. Indian biker dream affordable

[@happinessperkm]

Hey Chirag. Yes the Int is really good and am sure it will get better and better

[@shrikz]

Very matured opinion

[@harshavardhananupoju5350]

After watching this video . I had made decision to take this bike. But, I have Dobut - Can we take this bike Leh-Ladakh ?

[@happinessperkm]

Many thanks buddy 😊 yes you can take this bike to Ladakh. But it’s a bit heavy so will need practice and skill. In the right hands the Interceptor goes anywhere:)

[@ranjithk9150]

I used to own a Mahindra Mojo, took me 4 years to cross 20k kms, every single km was enjoyable. When my kid arrived couple of years back, stopped riding temporarilynand gave the bike to my brother. The itch to ride is still there and the ineterceptor looks to be a promising bike. May be next year ☺️ I know a guy called Sarath Shenoy, I had an opportunity to ride with him for few 100 kms, I still remember on his Mojo he crossed 1 lakh kms in less than 2 years.

[@happinessperkm]

We would love to review the mojo. It’s just that the mahindra guys keep saying that they will give a bike but they never do. We are happy that the mojo gave ur happinessperkm. Keep riding buddy 😊✌🏻

[@Ganirage]

Namsakara sir, My interceptor650 front fork is too soft now i have to change the fork oil ,which one do you refer sir and where among spacers and pre load adjuster which one is better

[@happinessperkm]

Hi fork oil + spacers work very well. Liqui moly 10 w works well

[@jasmeetsingh4632]

Beautiful discussion

[@happinessperkm]

😊

[@ankurbhagwat]

Thanks grips, they look good. which one are these. Also, do we need so many accessory to become a rider or can I run it as stock. Personal preference I suppose.

[@bahl88]

Hi. It’s perfectly capable as stock. Except the stock headlight. That you will have to sort out for the highways.

[@ankurbhagwat]

@@bahl88 Thanks. Because, What I feel is that there is no end to this. The real fun is to just ride and feel free. Because when you ride, it is you and the machine and no one in between. Also, what headlight you would suggest for Interceptor.

[@bahl88]

@@ankurbhagwat Hey buddy. Well said. I like the classic feel of a halogen so I use a osram night breaker bulb from Amazon. It works well. I personally don’t like the led headlights that are popular these days :)

[@bahl88]

@@ankurbhagwat Very well said buddy. “Just ride and feel free” is what it is about. Fully agree. Headlight - I like the classic look so the halogen bulb must be there. Don’t like LED’s on the h/l. I replaced the stock bulb (useless it is) with osram night breaker. Works well. Safe riding my friend ✌🏻

[@shashankbansal8864]

"Best review" and classic discussion.

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks 😊 buddy

[@speedpunkify]

Amazing conversation that covers almost every aspect, the only thing that I found missing with all of the owners who have done minor performance change is the spark plugs, it can make a huge difference in the way the bike pulls from stand still almost everyone has skipped it, with the slip-on and stage 2 filter if you also change the spark plugs to NGK Iridium that grin that Ashish had would be even more wider and evil, if you are reading this try it......😉

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks for watching Mahesh. Ashish is running NGK already 😁

[@speedpunkify]

@@happinessperkm Didn't mention it in the video, but he most certainly must be enjoying the pull, I am planning to buy this beast next year 🤘

[@spirit-lature4607]

Dear shanx sir i really love the handlebar of your bike shown in the beginning of the video... Where can I get like that one ?

[@MrSsundararaman]

I got it many years back at Shivaji Nagar Bangalore

[@spirit-lature4607]

@@MrSsundararaman thanks

[@ashishsharma-ss6fs]

Even i need a few more gears on my interceptor, i do tour a lot and when the speed limit is not a problem, you want more from the bike(yes the wind blast is too much to fight, but still we want more!!)

[@happinessperkm]

😊

[@donsoley746]

Great intro!

[@happinessperkm]

Thank you 😊

[@Aluttu-A]

We useful video, thanks a ton for putting this together

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks 😊 for watching

[@Red-mu5wk]

Hello Ashish ...can u please temme about your front fork modification specifically so that i can do the same in mine... Thank you in advance

[@bahl88]

Hi there. Firstly thanks for watching. Stock fork oil is 2.5 w and the front suspension is soft so I put in fork oil with a grade of 10w and used spacers. Now my front is more planted. Brand #liquimoly

[@MrVirensawant]

My Interceptor's KM are 31k plus in last 18 months

[@happinessperkm]

Hey Viren. That ia absolutely fantastic. Would love to ride with you. Where are you based ?

[@nishitraj.]

Wow! Very impressive !

[@sathishb7059]

What are the major challenges u faced during long rides

[@happinessperkm]

Hey buddy. Key issues. 1. lights 2. Tyre wobble 3. Limited range. But no biggies. all handable. ashish has now done 35,000 km of touring

[@rishikeshh6630]

What front fenders are those, they don't look like the one which comes with the bike.

[@happinessperkm]

Interceptor black fenders bought from RE

[@nischal4444]

ashish just wanted to check about outex. what happens when there is a need to replace any of the spokes or when you need to do a wheel truing. also hope there is no air leakage issues

[@bahl88]

Hi. With outex u will have to be a little careful. If u need to replace the rim the outex will be replaced. If a spoke Is changed that hole can be plugged. But needs a skilled person to do it. If done well no air leakage issues. Go for it

[@nischal4444]

@@bahl88 appreciate. thank you

[@BACHOUDHARY]

This channel will grow very fast ,,mark my words,,

[@happinessperkm]

Much appreciated ✌🏻

[@jaishankar3430]

A proper complete review for Interceptor 650!!👍🤩..Happy I bought one...just did 1150kms up n down to Kerala from Chennai..and I can relate. Kudos to RE for such a beautiful tourer. And Thanks guys for this no fuss pleasant review.🙏

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks 😊 buddy and congratulations

[@rishikeshh5553]

In my opinion hollywood handlebars would be more comfortable comparing to this one as it has a nice bend towards the rider, very similar to old Bullet type handlebars. Just sit upright and stretch your arms shoulder wide and you'll be able to reach the grips.

[@happinessperkm]

Hey Aakash. Very few options were available and the AOM bar is really good. And yes the Hollywood bar has been on the list :) till we find a good one ! Thanks for watching

[@pratiknegi2095]

Super duper review by true biker

[@happinessperkm]

Thanks 😊