New RE Bear 650 - Let's Go for a Ride! Double Wahoo!

[@critterIMHO]

My daughter’s been calling me Papa Bear for about 30 years, and now my granddaughters do the same. So this seems like a natural.

[@hershchat]

Natural what?

[@critterIMHO]

@@hershchat a Bear for Papa Bear

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

See...you need this bike...Wahoo!

[@guyfawkesuThe1]

Very few people buy Royal Enfields. I talked to the guy working at a RE dealership and he did not own one.

[@critterIMHO]

@ Royal Enfield sold 100,000 motorcycles in October and is on track to top 1 million for the year. More than anyone ever.

[@germanium1872]

I think you are the first to review this in the United States from a dealer.🎉

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Hot dang...Wahoo!

[@guyfawkesuThe1]

The RE dealer said this was not really a scrambler, just a styling exercise.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

@@guyfawkesuThe1 What is a scrambler? I do agree with you. It is an exercise.

[@DiveTrainerDan]

The second I saw everything about it I knew it was a grand slam for Royal Enfield. All the colors are amazing too.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Love it!

[@DevDog67]

The only thing I don't like about it is the weight, otherwise it's pretty neat.

[@felipe-nt-d]

I can't pick a favorite color for this bike, all of them look amazing! Royal Enfield is getting a lot of traction here in Brazil, since it's bikes are affordable. RE just opened a mega store, one of it's biggest stores in the world, just a mile away from my home, I'll be going there soon to know the Interceptor Bear.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Mega store...Nice!

[@kevngp]

Didn't want this video to end, watched its on repeat. Loved it.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

It was a fabulous ride. Can't wait to take a Bear for a long run. Wahoo!

[@daveroberts9410]

Best review on the internet! I ordered a yellow one yesterday from my local dealer here in Jacksonville Fl and I can't wait for it to come in. Again great job on the review, it was so good that tonight my wife watched the review with me and then said "You should get one of those!". I just laughed and said Wahoo!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Thank you, very happy you enjoyed it 🙂

[@larrywade9041]

I not kidding Fuzzy ; your like my morning coffee. Right after I awaken, I go right to my computer to see if there is a video from yourself. R.E.has got their shit together alright. Although I don't want to see it happen ; I think that Harley Davidson is on the way out. Because along with R.E., the Chinese now are putting out some great bikes with unbelievable prices with them. Have a beautiful day!! Cheers!!!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

I love the HD bikes...the company, not so much. RE has been great fun. Wahoo!

[@larrywade9041]

@@forgottenmotorcycles I feel the same! Well said. Cheers!!

[@johnlenart597]

I had a yellow and a yellow and silver BMW- S model. You could always pick it out in croud of bikes. That color combination is a winner. WAHOO. 👍👍

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Love it!

[@davidduffy308]

Fantastic looking machine Mr. Fuzzy. Great color combination, and exhaust. Wow, I don't know this could be a TRIPLE WAHOO. Can't wait to see yours when you get it. Have a great day.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

You're right...a triple Wahoo!

[@kriscotner7105]

Damn that bike sounds awesome 😎

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Agreed!

[@WyDave]

What a bike!!! I might have a 2-bike garage very soon. Just bought the new Himalayan 452 and am considering this one or maybe? the new 650 Classic. I love the styling of the Bear.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

I'm going with the HImi and the Bear...for now...Wahoo!

[@realthing66]

I've been waiting for this ride.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Me too!

[@knottytoob]

Felt that low-end torque! Man it's gonna be so much fun.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

RE did it well. Wahoo!

[@jefflloyd8612]

Thanks for the review! What a nice bike. I’ll have to run over to Baxters and ride it also. I’ll be getting my Himalayan 450 next month from Baxters thanks to you.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Congratulations on the Himalayan! Wahoo!

[@juliancain6128]

Very nice bike, I can't believe the US got it so fast! For myself, this is going to be a tough choice: Bear vs. the 450 Him.

[@kspychalski]

for me the same ... although Bear is more my style ... I hope it will do some off-road but I don't expect miracles.

[@rexmex5519]

Go for himi

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

I'm doing both!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

We will take it off road soon. Wahoo!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

both!

[@collyernicholasjohn]

Love the Interceptor Bear Classic Shotgun Super Meteor GT

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Wahoo!

[@richardahola692]

I like it. Have been looking at the Intercepter but the Bear looks even better.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

I love the Interceptor and had originally wanted a Baxter Custom Works INT Scrambler. Those bikes are hard to get. This one will do us well. Wahoo!

[@richardahola692]

@forgottenmotorcycles I looks like Royal Enfield has been listening to their customers when they say I like this bike but wish it had that. Intercepter I'd a great basic bike but I ride a lot of bad roads. Scrambler is perfect.

[@suryakathiravan]

Subscribed❤ First video i can hear proper exhaust note of this beautiful machine. Loved the video❤

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Thanks for the sub!

[@upstateplanes6702]

I am in love with this bike! My dealer in South Carolina said it could 6 months before they see one. Hope it’s not that long!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Two things you can do about that. One contact Baxter cycle and have them ship you one or two contact Gearhead Junction in Virginia, they got some in today, and have them ship you one. Make sure you tell him buzzy biker sent you 🙂

[@terrencerafferty1264]

Come test ride one here in Pembroke Va at Gearhead Junction. Then have Baxter Ship you one. Love those guys 😅

[@upstateplanes6702]

The surprised me and got some on the way! Not only that, I put my deposit on one this morning!

[@emmanuelmartin1238]

First 'on board' review I've seen. Nice one.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Hey, thanks!

[@EpicAdamMotovlogs]

I ride the himalayan and I was going to buy the interceptor, but I think this might be my next bike. I'm also interested in the Classic 650. I'm looking forward to some reviews of that.

[@advmike]

I had an Interceptor 650, which I made into a “scrambler” and I have a Himalayan 411. This Bear is the best of both worlds from what I can see. Best of luck!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Keep the HImi and buy the Bear!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Wahoo!

[@seauryakumar]

Himalayan 750 coming late 2025 or 2026

[@roviwoteap2375]

Nice looking bike. Sounds good too!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Thanks!

[@edfell66]

This will be my future bike for sure. In this same yellow color. Hope it to arrive soon in Brazil

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

do it...you'll love it!

[@DavidGreen-hp5yq]

Totally correct on this bike -- seemingly exactly what I remember from bikes, back in the day! I have to have one too. I have a Daytona in yellow,, so will go for the 249 (or is it 149?) and the gorgeous green frame. I had a Yam SR400 wit a frame in gold.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Love that 249!

[@user-cv9my1jq2r]

Pretty cool bike dude

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Love it!

[@Spacemonkeymk1]

Not seen these in the UK yet, but I'd personally prefer a more retro look with a bare ally engine and more vintage looking exhaust and tank paint/chrome job, but still looking good!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Right on

[@pistolpete6321]

Love it and I typically don’t like yellow motorcycles.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Yellow is a hard color for a bike. This Bear does it well. Wahoo!

[@stanleylawson9015]

one bright bike there Wahooo

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

for sure!

[@robbikebob]

Love it! But I'm only 5'7" and I really don't think I'd be able to get my feet down on that!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

I'm only 5-8... you can do it!

[@interceptor_moto]

Don't tell me the Bear is a better Interceptor! I've already been eyeing one since they unveiled them, such a great looking bike!!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

It is!

[@TimHarty7325]

Brand new bike , and gonna take it easy ! 😂😂

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Wahoo!

[@andrewlaughbon9468]

im deeply interested in this motorcycle. it hits the utility target and looks stellar. however with the teasing of the Himalayan 650 I'm going to exercise a bit more patience. the low end torque and the fact they got so much more out of it is amazing. i knew this motor was under sung on the interceptor.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

It's a great platform with so much more coming from RE. Wahoo!

[@sd3457]

I'd be interested to know what it's like to ride standing. This is definitely my next bike, I think it will be the perfect all-road retro ADV.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Can't wait to do another test ride...including standing!

[@kylepatton3346]

I don't know why I wasn't subscribed, but I am now! Great video Fuzzy, bike looks great! I think overall I still prefer my Interceptor, but I really like the new exhaust, the taller suspension, new rear light, and some of the new paint schemes. The TFT is the biggest downside, technology ages like milk and no gps system will ever be better than your phone at this point; it also doesn't match the aesthetic and I can't help but think a TFT has more points of failure than a couple of gauges. I wonder if that exhaust would fit the Interceptor/GT...would love to have that! Wahoo!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

I too love the old Interceptor, a truly great motorcycle. Good question about that exhaust and one that Baxter Cycle will answer soon. I hate spoiled milk. Wahoo!

[@cruze86]

This scrambler bike is made as a tribute to Legend Eddie Mulder who won the Big Bear Run in the 60s in USA.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Beautiful machine!

[@michaeldegagne1347]

definitely and amazing bike, curious on your thoughts on The Bear vs the Himalayan for Road Touring ???

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

We are going to test that very soon. I'm think'n Arizona...soon!

[@JustinMaines]

Thanks for the ride review! Cool bike! I'd like to see you take a 180 degree turn at 30-40 mph to see what peg clearance is like. What does the 12 on the tank represent?

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

The tank has a blue 6 with the 1/2 symbol within it. Meaning: 650

[@JustinMaines]

@@forgottenmotorcycles I didn't recognize the blue lines as a 6, I just thought that they were stripes. 😁 Thanks!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

@JustinMaines I did the same thing at first.

[@JayakrishnanNairOmana]

The only question is whether to wait for the launch of BSA 650 Scrambler in India. The concept unveiled looked the best motorbike I have seen my entire life.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Can't wait to see that BSA. Wahoo!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

PS I'll be in India next week.

[@BeSatori]

I wonder if some of the old Himalayan stuff would fit on this. Interesting Husquavarna styling.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Not sure. The new Himalayan is a totally new motorcycle. We'll have to see. Wahoo!

[@deltabluesdavidraye]

The wheelbase is longer also 57 not as short as interceptor .Rake is now 27

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Wahoo!

[@carlsmith6861]

Love the bike, love your videos, but geez how many times in a single ride do you gotta do circles and figure 8s haha

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

I need help! Wahoo!

[@dr.karanyadav5150]

Which colour have you ordered sir? Btw love your content 👍

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Thank you! I ordered the 249 with the green frame. Wahoo!

[@deltabluesdavidraye]

I don't normally like yellow but

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

I understand what you're saying. Wahoo!

[@joshuathomas8529]

Dose this have real navigation or is it like the stupid tripper on the Super Meteor? I figured out it is better to Navigate with my phone mounted to my handlebars with my Super meteor than use the stupid tripper. I am actively looking for real navigation to replace it any suggestions would be appreciated.

[@JayendraSingh1567]

It’s having proper sat nav.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

It has a real nav with map on screen that works with your phone. I'll try and do a video on it very soon. I love it!

[@SS-ck3ew]

The first bike I owned was a Yamaha DT175. I immediately put a "desert" tank on it for greater range. The Bear (that name is goofy) looks to be a big seller. Probably not to me, but Scramblers were my first fave in motorbikes and hopefully that fact will not pull me to the dumb side of the force, tubed tires. I hate tubes due to having so many flats in my yooth. As Charlie Brown would say, "Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaagh!" Looks really do matter. SS in Hades, now with the AC on!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Wahoo!

[@vishakhkr5288]

NEXT classic 650 waiting for review

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Can't wait to see/ride that Classic 650!

[@davidsnipes7297]

How do you adjust the preload on the right rear shock? The muffler looks like it’s in the way of the wrench, or is that an optical illusion??

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

I'll take a look at that next time I'm around that bike. There is always a way...Wahoo!

[@frankpinion4937]

Does it have the mounting for a main stand underneath it?

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Yes, it does. We did fit a stand to one. Unfortunately the bike has an inch more ground clearance so the stand worked but didn't lift the rear tire off the ground. One could add to the center stand. Wahoo!

[@frankpinion4937]

@@forgottenmotorcycles ok. That's interesting or stick a suitable thickness piece of wood underneath! Thanks..

[@johnnylong2049]

So I’m still torn between the bear and the Himalayan 450. From your perspective, which one is more comfortable for light off road and touring? How much faster is the bear vs the Himalayan?

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

The Bear is more sport than the Himalayan. The Himalayan ride is more comfortable for touring. Am planing to take the Himalayan down south to get a few thousand miles on it. That will really answer the "will it tour" question. Wahoo! PS Own both bikes?

[@johnnylong2049]

@ why not take the bear instead to get in that break in period and find out if it can tour? Maybe it’s better to take the bear once the break in period is over. Either way looking forward to the video

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

@@johnnylong2049 LOL. I meant taking the bear, not the Himalayan. Sorry. I do want to find out if the bear will tour.

[@germanium1872]

I got my deposit in, just waiting for the dealership’s call

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Nice!

[@germanium1872]

Fit and finish seems to be a lot better than the Interceptor

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

It is up...gets better with every year!

[@Azzow15]

Hello. Your on your top toes? How tall are you in cm thank you for the review

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

173 cm

[@kyakaruvlogs2784]

Wahoo 😁 i guess this will come out with a 750cc mill a couple of years later

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Not too sure. We shall see. Wahoo!

[@kyakaruvlogs2784]

@forgottenmotorcycles well it's been doing the rounds for testing since the past month or so

[@crockett11000]

I'm interested... Whats the price tag???

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

That's the crazy part...$6999!

[@amandavanstralen4720]

Nice Chrome bars 😍 But you better use gloves 🤞

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Wahoo 😁

[@briancrn113]

Do you know if the TEC stinger will fit on it?

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

We were talking about that the other day. This bike is sold or we would have tried it. Will find out soon. Wahoo!

[@johnwillard6198]

Seriously considering trading or selling my versys for one of these what do you think??

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

I've owned a Versys and loved it. The Bear is lower and more comfortable. Also, I do appreciate the Bear's looks. The Versys is a fun sport type bike. Wahoo!

[@farmerPat-so7gd]

Hot damn, think it could do a wheelie, with out to much effort?

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

I'm sure it will wheelie...Wahoo?

[@revolution9524]

What is your height sir? For reference, I am from India sir

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

68 inches tall with a 30 inch inseam.

[@hershchat]

Bear vs. Guerrilla. Which is what is why is for whom? It is getting confusing, if fun, now.

[@advmike]

Bear is 650cc with 17/19 tires. Guerrilla is 450cc with 17/17 tires. Good luck!!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Can't wait to see/ride that Guerrilla!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Love them both?

[@maguslascivious4980]

USD forks and 2-1 pipe needs to make their way to the GT...

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

That would be nice!

[@roviwoteap2375]

What RE need to do now is put a smaller engine in it say 450cc, and call it the Bear Cub. Or just Cub?

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

I like that!

[@viperq]

Sweet.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Wahoo!

[@deltabluesdavidraye]

It has more torque in the Bear additional 8%

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

I could feel that torque!

[@graemetaylor629]

whow no trafic around not like here in the uk

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Very rural area, for sure!

[@leeinwis]

Another one ? They should try making a water cooled..something

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Wahoo

[@danielkerr4100]

They did, the new Himalayan is water cooled, these 650s don't need it tho, and I prefer them air cooled

[@GameOn82]

Great video, great bike. I just don't get it, why is the gauge not in the center again!? I guess some guy at RE think this is cute or something, but it's annoying as hell. Other than that, great looking bike.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

I think it has something to do with tradition over there in India.

[@deltabluesdavidraye]

I love this bike other than no center stand that is nonsense

[@johnlenart597]

Probably like the GT, that I added, same frame, 1 or 2 extra pounds. So convenient.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

It needs a center stand!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Be nice to have!

[@ruahinesrider]

Super Fuzzy Wuzzy Super Seal of Approval & Quadruple Wahoo. I knew you would get one Fuzzy. I expect some moto camping trips in future.I'ts got the forks & torque Interceptor Dark should of got & most people upgrade their forks on their Interceptor/Gt's so great RE put some decent forks on.Get Bear over Interceptor if in market for one.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

We are already planning out camping trips...and it's winter here!

[@terrycavender]

Are you practicing your Spanish to make a trip to Mexico? 🤔

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Terry, where you at these days...I'll come down there and visit for a week. Wahoo!

[@terrycavender]

@@forgottenmotorcycles I just arrived in Oaxaca Saturday. Would you believe my Himalayan has over 11,000 miles on it now? It has been quite the year!

[@johnharris7353]

I'm not gonna look at that salad bowl gauge!

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Wahoo!

[@Fourwedge]

Nav is cool. Love the color scheme, I don't like the looks of the exhaust pipe.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Wahoo

[@BlakesPipes]

Why did RE beat Harley Davidson not make this bike in the last 5 years. Hell, they could have made this 20 years ago and i think i might have bought one . Bu i would buy one of these today from HD , as i am thinking of an old Sportster. But what do i know. I would buy they RE, but i laready own a W800 Cafe and dont need another 50 hp bike, but i might buy it for 6k from HD to mark off my 5 bike wants.😊

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Wahoo!

[@天鹰座]

the instrument cluster is not centered - this is in my opinion really unfortunately.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Please take one for a ride. Wahoo!

[@StringTone-t6v]

Karepmu meh ternitku jebol meh teknologi opo raurusan kene...aku ra emosi tenan biasa wae ..rapengen aku kenal usa....ra percoyo karepmu ra seneng kene.

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Wahoo!

[@stellauniversal]

Look at that. What an amazing copy of Triumph 😂

[@forgottenmotorcycles]

Wahoo

[@danielkerr4100]

More character than triumph imo