NEW Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Review In Barcelona City & Mountains | The Real Roadster Reborn?

[@basedury]

RE is really becoming a serious brand. Even here in the states, where people used to think they were mostly junk, I get compliments on me Interceptor all the time. I've even had a couple guys say "Harley needs to make something like that" 😅

[@narendrairengbam112]

I guess this is probably the first time a company invites all the reviewers and youtubers and vloggers and give them the highest and best treatment and services regarding their stays, accomodation, riding gears, food etc. merely for their new bike launch. This has got to be the best launch of any motorcycle so far. Other companies need to learn from Royal Enfield. Even after marketing their products for such affordable fantastic prices they are able to provide such good services for their consumers.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

All launches are similar to this, but I must say this was definitely the best one I have been on. They went above and beyond!

[@4RMS7TRONG]

Basically if you treat the riders well they'll say good things about your bike. A lot of good youtubers won't go to these launches because they prefer to ride them on UK roads whilst not being pampered by a marketing team 🤣

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@4RMS7TRONG as you can see from my video, I’m not afraid to tell people my true opinion. Sure it’s nice to be pampered but I’m not gonna put on rose tinted spectacles because of it. If I don’t like something I’ll say it, full stop.

[@4RMS7TRONG]

​@MrDarcy-OlMan yeah I was about to edit my comment after I got to the end of watching. You did a brilliant job at saying it how it is!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Much appreciated buddy! 😊

[@Gaurav_9339]

I had a smile on my face when you pronounced "Himalayan" correctly 6:20

[@davidashworth1985]

Wait...am I seeing this correctly? Freddie Dobbs, Tomboy A Bit, and Mr. Darcy & The Old Man all in the same video? Excellent!

[@saketbongale312]

Offset speedo actually is practical as it allows for a mobile holder without blocking speedo view.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

We can still see our speedo on our bikes with it in the centre, and have a mobile on a quadlock to the side, without spoiling the aesthetic of the bike 👌🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@ChakraVart1]

Am I the only one who’s really really blown away by how this thing looks? I love every inch of it, and only hope it rides as well as is looks. The only real disappointment is the sound, which is a bit nondescript. I’m taking one for a spin as soon as the local showroom gets one.

[@jimdoolan2277]

Just ordered one down here in new Zealand was going to get Himalayan but think the Guerrilla would suit me beat as i ride at moment and I will keep it suzuki RE 800 Cheers 👍🏻

[@martinhall932]

I too love listening to Mexican music when visiting Barcelona :D

[@anthonydraper1231231]

I actually think they did a great job on the styling of this: it isn’t just a street bike look, it almost has a dirt bike inspiration which just separates it from the crowd for sure.

[@Uncle_Tijikun]

"it's extremely cold in England with 15-16 degrees weather" Riders in Scotland when it's 16 degrees: "SUMMER'S HERE LADS LET'S FUCKING GOOOOOOOOOO" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

😂😂

[@dem1456]

This yellow-purple combo is growing on me, at first I thought it was way too inyourface but the more I look at it the more I appreciate it.

[@danwilliams7554]

As a long time viewer of the channel I’m so glad to see it getting the recognition it deserves. The reviews by both of you have always been the most down to earth and relatable of all the channels and it’s brilliant to see just how competent and confident you’ve become. Great review and a great bike, I’m actually very tempted by one of these and I agree whole heartedly with which colour way looks the best.

[@iain777uk]

Royal Enfield have made a bike that stands on its own design merits. I really like. Very informed review 👍

[@fchristl]

Love to see the same thing from my two favorite perspectives, you and Dobbs.

[@sasojamalullail]

I definitely wait for this RE to enter Malaysia. Definitely my first attempt to own 400 cc bike. As RE offered range of model with affordable price tag.

[@mohamedfauzibinmohamedjoha2328]

Greetings from Malaysia, same here. Considering this or Speed 400

[@WanderwithTJ]

Without even being more than a minute into the video, I love the colors on the bike, yellow and purple is just 🔥

[@aruncv1373]

Kinda growing on me too.

[@PahaLukki]

Nice to hear Royal Enfield is sticking to their philosophy and keeping even their more powerful bikes relaxing to drive in the city. Cities are so slow with roundabouts and traffic lights that it really makes a difference to at least my enjoyment of a ride. I wouldn't want a 1000cc Fireblade in city traffic..

[@garryclarke-kray4071]

Probably all you really need for your average rider

[@steved.]

I think they put the speedo in the offset, so your phone can go on the other side without blocking it. Kinda smart.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

That should be the owners choice. There’s no need to mount a phone because of the built in satnav, besides, there’s still plenty of room to mount a phone with a central speedo

[@Rinzler900]

Very good review, I really liked the travel style review you did there, very good indeed! So it feels like this bike is in direct competition with the triumph speed/scrambler 400 then, which makes sense because the 350’s RE have done up until now don’t produce the same power. It feels like there is just so much choice now from RE across their range, the danger is having too much choice that a customer can no longer decide what to buy LOL! I’m with you on gone looks of the Guerrilla though, as much as it’s a nice bike there are some aspects of it that I’d be changing too like the exhaust. Thanks again for the great review, always brilliant to watch you guys!

[@wobblyhand]

Most watchable Guerrilla 450 Tube I've seen so far. Great style and content as always.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thank you 😊

[@666louis]

I also prefer right side up forks. Especially with the fork covers. All these upside down forks have given me is to leak every 6 month.

[@markbright7845]

Definitely Bike Shed styling. Bar and mirrors would be my first accessory. Will be interesting to see if an even shorter tail tidy is in the market soon, maybe a read seat delete.

[@benjamingrueneberg3065]

I think it is pretty practical that the Speedometer ist not in the middle because that gives you plenty of room to mount your mobile Phone. Also i think Royal Enfield did that because it looks better when it is in a line with the Tankcap

[@kevinwheatley1097]

I love it. Had the dealership setup been better, I would give it serious consideration.

[@chrispetrou9926]

Definitely better than the Triumph in every aspect.

[@stevieclee3309]

😆😆😆

[@Dave-sw2dm]

I am starting to hoard air cooled bikes. Just added a SR 400 to my garage. I just love the look of air cooled engines.

[@robertboomsema4422]

The SR 400/500 is still one of the best looking bikes in my opinion 😊👍

[@markhancock7527]

Yes change the exhaust & a Normal classic speedo & i will want it.They need to do a classic & GT version for the old boys.

[@ashinterceptor]

There is one actually. Its called Analog (which is a base variant) It has a classic speedo (the one they use in a Meteor) and it comes in just one plain matt greyish kinda finish which honestly looks the best amongst the kaleidoscope of colors the other variants have.

[@enriqueperla4939]

So, overall the Guerrilla 450 is a better bike than the Triumph 400? Putting preferences apart what I see is that RE is not afraid of pushing the industry to offer better products. That's a good thing.

[@JoJo-hc4dj]

Awesome video, great riding shots, great to see the bike and Barcelona 😊

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@AF-O6]

Zero interest in the bike, but watched for the ever superb cinematography and because I love how you and your father carry yourselves.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

That’s very kind of you!

[@Dudeiculas]

Royal enfield have got it locked down I'm 45 years old and had sports bikes 2x 3x the price I've just payed for an interceptor 650 and the enfield is my favourite bike I've had

[@joedudz]

Like the rugged design approach over the "pretty" Triumphs. Sort of machine you could ride 365. Needs an aftermarket pipe. I'd have one.

[@carver7689]

The colors on the one you rode here remind me of something from a video game or comic book, so there's the under-30 marketing. Overall it's an interesting bike, and you can't beat the price. I was glad when it cooled down to 30ish where I live, but temps are rising again. Looking forward to Fall riding.

[@olethorhermansen5696]

Some of the colour schemes are definitely not my taste, but so nice to see conventional black forks with rubber gaiters. That's how you do it, Triumph, scrap that golden junk you're so fond of.

[@ianhalliwell8604]

Agreed but strangely it's the base one in black/red that i like the best.

[@pc5647]

What I have always admired about RE is their timeless classic designs. This is not that! And just 11L tank - that’s not enough for country roads in Australia. I’m waiting for the Classic or Bullet 650.

[@ilejovcevski79]

I think i'm with you on this one, centered dial and blackened color schemes all the way!

[@light2677]

tbh this is the perfect amount of power

[@hughphillips1427]

Totally agree, especially when you are 60 like me 😊

[@killingking1739]

Looks rugged but attractive for a scram. The price makes up for everything. Cant wait to test ride this RE

[@stevenbatley8666]

RE have nailed it with this beauty.

[@Anuragz9s]

This is one of the fastest bike in India right now in its segment. I hope it gets better colour options in future😊

[@caldaemon]

Great, entertaining review mate! You were in good riding company too I saw. Looks wise I still prefer the Hunter, but I love the fact that RE gives us choice and value. Cheers, safe rides!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Many thanks 😊

[@Farney-gy1qo]

I love it! I was hoping to buy a 350 Bullet, but this bike looks fab! On the plus side of having the speedo offset, is hat a quad lock could be mounted next to it or a GoPro.

[@tomtom786]

Nice looking bike Darcy, however I think the Triumph 400 beats it, in terms of quality finish and the look of the pipes. (Obviously haven’t ridden the RE). Good bike for the money? Agree with your colour choice. Thanks for the review, as always. 👌

[@nicholaskemp2246]

Not a bad looking bike. Ideal for blasting around town with enough grunt to keep up with the flow on faster roads. Yeah, the tank's small, but with its intended use of a city commuter, bar hopper, etc, why the need for an adventure bike sized tank. The colour scheme, well, not every one's cup of tea, but I suppose it'll grow on ya. Price is excellent. Cheaper that a lot of smaller 125's. It is what it is. A cheap get you from A to B without any fuss or silly palaver Well done RE.

[@PahaLukki]

I actually like the yellow-black. Reminds me of my Derbi Senda's color scheme. Guerilla obviously is more of a hooligan bike and not the burble & pop gentleman roller as the classic 350.

[@PhilipStratton]

Good video! Would like to see more travel or vlog style videos versus straight review videos. Your camera work and editing helps tell a good story.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

More to come!

[@kiaceratomadman]

Hi Darcy matey 👍 it's mark from Wirral Merseyside 👍.. my honest opinion on all of the royal Enfield motorcycles is that i love every model of the royal Enfield motorcycles and I'd definitely would buy one of each model for myself. And i definitely agree with you about the black and yellow royal Enfield gurila it's not my choice of colour but don't get me wrong it still looks great but not my choice of colour at the moment but it will grow on me though. And it was funny when your camera overheated. But at least you enjoyed yourself in Barcelona with the new royal Enfield. And I'm only 5foot 7"inches and would you say that any royal Enfield motorcycles would be fine for me from 350cc upto 650cc but I'll be happy with 350cc or 450cc royal Enfield for going to work and casual riding. Hope to hear from you soon thanks from mark from Wirral Merseyside 👍. Royal Enfield motorcycles seems to be best bikes for me really

[@Swedenbonnie]

Thanks for the review Darcy, it’s a okay looking bike, but that radiator….. I really don’t like it, and the strange note is that everybody was complaining about the radiator on both BSA and Triumphs but not the RE…. Which I think it’s strange as these brands ’hide’ it in a much better way. Hope to see a review later on with a compare of these brands

[@jamesschneider3828]

I don’t care for the graphics on the two tone color scheme. I don’t mind the exhaust style but also wonder why the speedo isn’t centered. I guess someone might make a few bucks by designing a bracket to center it.

[@ghostriderzzr7897]

I like how they have offset the filler cap to the right so you can get more in when on its side stand, wish all bikes with no centre stand had this!!

[@janeg4706]

It's a tough job, but someone's got to do it! Thanks for a great review - need to book a test ride.

[@Grumpysprout]

Would of prefered a 19" front wheel

[@antonoat]

Get a sheepskin seat cover for hot weather, cuts down on sweating on plastic seats and adds greatly to comfort!

[@jypsumfantastic]

I wish i could say that when i was Darcys age i also would have skipped the party at the bar and had an appreciation for beautiful scenery the next day instead, but alas it took me a much longer time to grow up!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

I did enjoy the scenery, the night out at the bar was the last night and I was returning to the UK the next morning 👍🏼

[@gusseisern1151]

The Yellow One is the Most appealing

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

I agree about the lack of smaller engine capacity bikes for younger riders (including the UK). Like always, a great review. Would consider adding the higher sear (800 mm) as you are 6ft 1? Thanks for the answer. Keep going. :)

[@BobMan1952]

What attracted me to RE was their classic looking air cooled bikes Love my classic 350 If they build a classic 500 or a 650 I will buy another one of their bikes This bike is too Japanese looking if I wanted a Japanese style bike I would buy a Japanese bike.

[@storm209e]

Classic 650 is coming next year after the scram interceptor 650 . You can check the leaks on KZbin.

[@Taverius]

I agree with you about the colours but hey, if they want to appeal to a "younger" audience you've got to have a design that pops in an ad. Cool bike though, pop a decent exhaust and a nice big box on the rear for groceries on it and it's a perfect daily.

[@abhisekmondal5932]

Great to see🥰

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thank you 😁

[@Lee-70ish]

Like the J Series 350 its a common powerplant in different cloths . Enfields 450 is not super powerful but still great value and not to be overlooked if you are in the market for this style of bike

[@hughphillips1427]

It is probably enough power for most people to be honest.

[@mattdog1982]

@@hughphillips1427 for everyday riding in the uk, I totally agree.

[@ab7920]

The intro was great, got a laugh with the splash of music. Keep it up!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Glad you liked it!

[@simonchilli2088]

I've already put my name down for a test ride on one of these. Agreed on the black with the red flash. The colour you rode and the gold and red remind me of the Indian Premier League cricket colours. Most of them are very vivid and bright so appealing to younger fans. Obviously you're 21/22, sorry forgotten your age.🙂

[@ADSCoachSimonB2112]

I wasn’t a fan of the semi modern colour schemes but they work and they really get attention from the public. I really like what they have done and they will sell very well. All we need is a 650 Him and you have a city bike and an ADV bike, and possibly a cafe racer all for the price of one brand bike

[@artistonamotorbike]

As a tall rider i really appreciate RE putting real effort into ergos. Some manufacturers are just a no go for me. Do they offset the dial for folk to mount there phone on the bars?

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

They didn’t give a reason but the dial doubles as a sat nav when paired with your phone so the question is do you need to mount the phone on the bars in that case

[@artistonamotorbike]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan aye true, there seems to be a fashion for offset atm so i wondered if there was a reason

[@bozzopaura]

You make great videos. Greetings from Italy.

[@adipardita5232]

Familiar faces there. Freddie, uncle Stuart.. Niceee

[@critterIMHO]

Just like with the Shotgun , I think the base (silver) model is the best looking one.

[@mockbattles]

I like that turquoise on the wheels and frame. I just reckon it would suit a black tank instead of white.

[@ChancellorBeeHaw]

superb editing mate 🤟

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thank you 🙌

[@Malolalo95]

I’m sure you looked for “ Spanish music” for the intro; but that’s Mexican music haha

[@richardeyers322]

very good yes this or the speed 400,but some times it comes down to the little things,like the centre stand,old fashioned forks,i dont mind the off-set speedo,and all the bikes i have seen have been uk reg.its food and you beat fredie to,bet the old man is looking to.

[@tomstockell9481]

Top review thanks Darcy - good to hear how it compares with the Triumphs

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@lackoliver55]

Great video. To counter what some Insta fool commented on your Guerilla post, I thoroughly enjoy the men as much as the bikes! Cheers! AI cannot replace dry British wit.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks 😊

[@AmanSinghmedia]

That's Freddy Dobbs in the back😂...nice 3:36

[@leemartin-hine2200]

Great to see you got this review out before MCN Darcy, credit to you and the channel. Plus it’s an actual review not like theirs.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thank you very much! Glad to hear it. 😁

[@PikeCisco]

That was your best video yet. The b roll is what makes the video entertaining. I think the bike looks like the Hunter. Not a fan of the fork gaiters and the paintwork is hideous. Shame as it sounds great from what you told us.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thank you so much, this is the direction we want to take the Channel in! The base colour and playa black look good in my opinion the rest are a bit much. I like the fork gaiters tbh

[@Jonathan-L]

Thumbs up for centre stand, conventional forks with gaiters & decent coverage front mudguard. Thumbs down for offset speedo & fuel tank size. Would I pick this or the Himalayan? The Himalayan would be my choice, even though I rarely go off road. The fuel tank size is one factor that makes the Himalayan more enticing.

[@fobudomh]

I think the yellow colour scheme was inspired by the taxis present in Barcelona.

[@mrsilbo6499]

Excellent review Darcy, bang on point with all your comments and insight.

[@BlakesPipes]

Thanks for the introduction video to this machine. Looks like a great motorcycle for college kids here. Get around town and inexpensive!

[@kwakithailand]

Awesome stuff, Darcy 👍

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks! 🙂

[@Scout4x]

Ah yes, 30 degrees. Ho hum.... I live in Arizona USA and up here in the mountains (where it's nice and cool) the temps today ar 35 degrees, but down in Phoenix it's a balmy 43 degrees. If you come to visit, it would probably be best if you come in the winter, spring or autumn otherwise you might melt.

[@Surbatron]

Looks a fun little city bike, styling wise its 80% there but cant help feel they've missed out...oval exhaust, USD forks and more pitched forward ergos for a slightly flatter bar would really make this a good looking and engaging Triumph alternative....

[@Kevin-hp5fk]

If they can do a P-Twin based on that single for the next gen Interceptor that'll be a hell of a compelling bike. Lovely bike though. If i had a spare few grand it'd grab one to replace my current commuter

[@HunterVlog350cc]

now bmw , ducati is following the RE’s ways to market- eg the ga1300 was launched in himalayas , ducati teamed with artists for their scrambler color schemes related to graffiti theme of skaters❤

[@HunterVlog350cc]

that twitchiness on highway is also there in hunter at high sppeds if you change direction a bit❤

[@kiranm6749]

Guerrilla warfare is a war tactic in which small groups of people (Spanish: guerrilleros) fight against an organized army. Guerrilla warfare is sometimes practiced in places in which a regular army would have difficulty, such as forests and mountains. Usually, the army is invading a territory. In open fields, the organized army, which is better armed and larger, has the advantage. However, in forests and mountains, the guerillas can gain an advantage over larger and better-armed armies. In some wars such as the American Revolutionary War or the Vietnam War, guerilla warfare tactics have been successful and were one of the main reasons for the final result.

[@johncranwell3783]

I went into Bill Smith's motorcycles Saturday morning.And so one of these on display so cocked my leg over And was really wowed by the ride position And. Comfort brilliant

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@johncranwell3783 great to hear 👍🏼

[@hydrolyser]

Great review Mr Darcy! Most enjoyable and informative.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@hydrolyser many thanks 😊

[@BlueRidgeRider]

My wife loves the yellow and purple color. I understand the need to appeal to younger people and bring in new riders but they need at least one option that suits us old folks. A simple, solid color with only a tank badge and something on the side panels. Black would be most popular but I was thinking a nice metallic red. Or a Ferrari red with gold wheels. In any case, it is going to be another hit for Royal Enfield!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

The base model is a solid colour, it’s a Beige colour I believe

[@mfcodes]

They also have a metallic gray one that looks beautiful! Check the launching video from the Royal Enfield official channel.

[@BlueRidgeRider]

@@mfcodes thanks. Good to know there’s one solid color.

[@BlueRidgeRider]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan I looked. It’s gray.

[@EWAScotland]

Had a Hunter, now have a SM 650. I’m not sure they have done enough to tempt me, I don’t like the look and shape of the seat; some of the colour choices are not great either. I will wait until I see one in the flesh 😇

[@ianhalliwell8604]

When a company spend all that money wineing and dining you i feel that it's ingenious to pan its products resulting in people often giving a glowing review but thankfully i thought you gave a very balanced one. Being a big bloke, like yourself, i find the Triumph 400s just too small this bike looks much more grown-up to me and unlike the Triumph would be much more on my shopping list.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes I suppose it would be easy to be buttered up by the manufacturers but it’s our mission to always give our honest opinions! 😊

[@G-Man01]

The gold dip is the best colour. Not sure what RE were thinking with this yellow, or even the white/blue which both look odd.

[@kidneythief69]

Lol, I feel just the opposite.

[@roviwoteap2375]

Have you seen the white/blue one in the flesh? Looks great!

[@enclave3908]

Im going to ask a potentially unpopular question: could this engine be used in a new bullet/classic 500? I know everyone wants a classic 650, but to my mind you’re more or less making the shotgun again with slightly different styling

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

It wouldn’t really go with a classic styled bike tbh. It hasn’t got the beauty of the 650 engine or the character

[@enclave3908]

@@MrDarcy-OlManI completely agree, but looking at the spyshots people have posted of the supposed classic 650, it straight up is a shotgun with a classic/bullet casket light and speedo. If that’s all they do, id personally prefer if they released plainer colours for the shotgun or put this engine in a bullet frame. Idk, just has me wondering

[@edgarhonorioperezgarcia6569]

Saquen la caguama, that intro is fire!

[@bradaltemeyer4472]

nice ride, we had our first visit to Barcelona about a year ago *we drove a rental car to San Remo and back with multiple stops, finishing for a couple of days in Barcelona, very nice place. And seeing the Gaudi was extra cool for me, because I know a couple of Gaudi family members in Texas. *here on some days I commute on a Kawasaki Versys x300 which seems to fit ok (201cm tall, 6'7")

[@billybass4189]

I like the blue one best, styling is nice and seems retro modern if thats a thing, agree the speedo looks outta place with the offset mount. What was the context of the discussion about the seat near the end, did some of the bikes have alternative seat fitted? This bike is more appealing to me than the new himalayan and could easily have scope for further development /mods. I'd love to see it with a 650 twin engine, but for what it is and the launch price etc they have done a good job.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@billybass4189 yes some of them had a flatter seat which was more comfortable for taller riders 👍🏼

[@billybass4189]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan thanks bud, makes sense now. Pretty lightweight too isnt it? Low centre of gravity, flickable. Did you get what you expected from it, better or worse than expectations. Big brother to the hunter?

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Definitely better than I expected, sure feels like a big brother to the hunter but with scram elements to it even though they didn’t advertise it as that

[@fauveride]

Their quality is growing day by day

[@slacker2101]

A criticism of the Sherpa motor in the Himalayan is that it is rather vibey compared with the Triumph and the Husqvarna 400s. Is it similarly vibey in this bike?

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

It’s a little bit but I didn’t find it to be an issue

[@Dreddingbath]

Nice to see a little of how you're looked after at a launch as well as the bike itself. Where did the offset single dial thing start, Guzzi Stone is another one, feel sure there are others?

[@Sudhi2884]

Were there any heating issues with the liquid cooling engine? How does it compare with speed 400 on the heating?