Royal Enfield Continental GT | 6 month owner review | Likes and dislikes

I've owned this Mister Clean version for 6 months now. Find out my thoughts by joining me on this spin through the Irish Countryside. Please like and subscribe as it all helps to bring you future videos. Thanks for watching.
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[@jeffarnold3702]

My son purchased the Interceptor in February and put on Scorpian cans and the K&N air filter from Hitchcocks. Much lighter than the OEM’s and sound fabulous. Quite pricey but definitely worth it. Also got rid of the standard indicators, rear tail light, bars and levers. It’s in the ravishingly red and put on black bars, levers, small black indicators. Like yours, a real head turner and he gets all the attention when we’re out and about. LOVES IT

[@adrianboutsias2437]

This is probably the best review I have ever seen on the conti gt. Your personality is absolutely infectious!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Wow, I’ll take that Adrian!🫣👍

[@scottyesch]

Got my Mr. Clean about 3 weeks ago and am coming up on my first service interval. I really love it too! I intended to get a black version but the dealer only had the Mr. Clean. I'm glad I said yes, because the looks have really grown on me and I've had nothing but compliments on it. Even from Harley guys. Can't wait to start commuting to work on it.

[@Zoldengunner]

10:02 "didnt need that for a sunday morning" this made my day XD

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks Zolden.

[@mickradford4547]

Just bought an Interceptor with a chrome tank and love it, I thought the continental looked ok until now. its the first time I've seen the chrome edition and the rims look great, it looks like something that was made in the sixties. Love it, can't wait to see one in Australia.

[@Shawn-vb4yb]

I ride a gt 535. its astounding how frequently people ask me how old the bike is. They always seem surprised when i tell them its a 2018 model.

[@charlesemerson6763]

I fitted the AEW mufflers to mine. They are Indian made and came in the accessory pack with single seat as well. I love them as they have a nice note and you can easily pull the baffles out and really wake up the neighbours. I've added different bar end mirrors, air filter, screen and a clock all from Hitchcock's Motorcycles in the UK. Quick service to only 8 days to Australia. Mine is in the baby blue colour.

[@schwartz4074]

How do you mean that the AEW mufflers came with the single seat?

[@charlesemerson6763]

@@schwartz4074 They were part of the accessory pack I was offered with the bike.

[@schwartz4074]

@@charlesemerson6763 that’s nice... I’m not decided between the AEW or S&S yet

[@charlesemerson6763]

@@schwartz4074 They were part of the accessory pack and were in the same box as the seat.

[@schwartz4074]

@@charlesemerson6763 lucky you ☺️

[@AuldhannRua]

A good review of your time with the bike warts and all, not that there were many. I wouldn't be up for all that chrome myself but you do keep your bikes well. I have ridden the Triumph Bobber and it had that similar "ride it for the smiles" feeling. The braking demonstration did make me laugh though.

[@pbasswil]

"...India, a predominantly dry country..." Dude, it's a large country with diverse climate. But many regions have _monsoons_ from June thru September.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

I should have said in Comparison to Ireland where it rains 364 days per year.🤣

[@pbasswil]

@@WheelieGoodTV :^> I hope you have a supply of sunscreen ready for day 365... :^)

[@Anonymous-lw4nq]

True haha, I stayed in Meghalaya few years back, it rained throughout the year lol. It's actually the wettest place on Earth.

[@RipsawEV_2]

@@Anonymous-lw4nq Yep, and on record

[@barrymcdonald6549]

Great review. The roads in Ireland look amazing. Can’t wait to get over sometime soon.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks Barry. We’re so blessed having these roads for biking.👍🏍

[@tomhocking895]

I'm from Canada; the wife and I spent a month riding round the west of Eire on our tandem (pushbike). Loved Ireland. Wonderful riding, local drivers all v. courteous, but watch out for the Yanks and Germans in the rental cars!

[@broadbiker]

@@tomhocking895 🤣

[@michaelchristopher2549]

I just put a deposit down on a British Green GT650! Thanks for the video and review!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Nice one. I love them.Good luck!

[@michaelchristopher2549]

@@WheelieGoodTV thanks! 👍

[@ChaseJasperDown]

Such a gorgeous bike! And it trips me out seeing someone driving and n the other side of the road. Lol!

[@suvashbiswas2249]

Thanks to reviews like this; just ordered a Mr Clean! Thank you very much for the great review!

[@iananderson1422]

Hi Dave, We don't see the Royal Enfields in Canada. So I did enjoy the review. For once I will disagree with you regarding best all rounder. My BMW was a real break my wallet bike. In one season I had a stripped input shaft on the clutch and a month later the rear drive went out on it. That was when I bought the FJR. As an all rounder my 2012 v-strom would take some beating YMMV. Anyway always enjoy the vids

[@tomhocking895]

'Not in Canada, eh?' Pity. I'm on VANCOUVER ISLAND where we have an RE dealer. I'm there looking at a Conti 650 now.

[@stevewaller9346]

Really enjoyable video, bike looks absolutely immaculate. Love the black and Silver number plate. Not sure that's allowed over here in England. Take care of yourself and stay safe.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks Steve. The plate isn’t allowed here either but I don’t go too far on it. 🏍😜

[@THE_SNAPP]

Bravo, we'll done brother. And you were right, I was definitely interested in this review. You've about sealed my fate...I believe I will be joining the GT ranks. Much like you, I ride for fun and enjoyment...I don't use my bikes for transportation. I'll have to find your video about the one do-it-all bike...I want it to exist. I just keep finding some bikes do many things well, but not any one thing brilliantly. Anyway, I'm rambling. If I ever make it to my Blackburn family reunion in Ireland I may skip it and go ride the country side...beautiful ride man. Be well!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Ah great stuff. It’s a superb bike. Give me a shout if you make it to the Emerald Isle!!

[@blackskunk9034]

An absolute blast down country roads

[@dadmadforgot4050]

Love theses bikes. If I wasn’t un helpfully tall I’d have one on in the garage. Ride safe 👍

[@charlesbradley2943]

Nice hands on review. Love that Irish countryside. A million shades of green. Thanks for showing that lovely chrome.

[@stevegovea1]

Thank you for the video, from across the pond. I have an eye for one.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks Steve. They are super machines and beautiful to just look at!

[@kyakaruvlogs2784]

Royal Enfield is on a roll. It has so much in store for the next 12-24 months. The following models are up for launch - Classic Roadster Shotgun Hunter Sherpa Scram Flying Flea and An Electric Motorcyle Also BSA will be launching its 650cc motorcycle by the end of the year.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Exciting times alright!👍🏍

[@kyakaruvlogs2784]

@@WheelieGoodTV Couldn't have agreed more. Looking forward to the new BSA 650cc which will be first launched in the UK.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

@@kyakaruvlogs2784 my dad had a BSA Gold star which is where my love of bikes began. I’d be very interested to see their new model.

[@kyakaruvlogs2784]

@@WheelieGoodTV most likely it will be called a Goldstar as its their most popular model in the 50s and 60s. Hopefully it will be liquid cooled producing about 70-80 horses and can cruise around whole day at 170-180kmph. Pray they won't follow RE by restricting the bikes capabilities by following Britain's A2 licensing norms.

[@findingretreat]

u jus love that bike!!can feel it even from this side!!how could u not?its such a bute.i ride a enfield classic 350 battle green over here in sri lanka.i gotta say!!its feels like the first day,evry day.cheers!!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

🤣🤣 You’re spot on! By the sounds of it, you know the feeling too. Thanks 🙏

[@del5.0]

I just love watching your videos. Thanks, Mr. Clean

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Many thanks for that Mark!

[@maddogmorgan1]

You don't need a gear indicator, it only has two...the right gear or the wrong gear

[@WheelieGoodTV]

🤣👍

[@chrisbittlestone9264]

Try a Tec Stinger 2 into 1 - has a real baarkk to it! The Conti is a super bike as stock, but a few mods make it a beauty.

[@whodoibenow]

For the exhausts, if weight reduction is not the top priority; go for AEWs (TE 101/TE 102) based on Pune, India. Personally, these are the best sounding exhausts that perfectly accentuates the twin cylinder sound. In addition, they are inexpensive and great quality. TE 101 - slimmer profile, looks great, sounds delicious. TE 102 - Slightly bigger than the TE 101, sounds slightly more bassier.

[@thedog2320]

My favorite game to play is getting people to guess the year. So far nobody has even come close usually guessing 1980s timeframe. Good bike, good times.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

🤣🤣🏍👍

[@brianjackson2131]

nice bike ,nice test ,nice man thank you i think you just cost me about six grand lol i'm off to my dealer.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

🤣🤣 And a nice message! Enjoy, it’ll be the best six grand you could spend on two wheels!

[@tonycat721]

Hi Dave, i now own a Mr Clean and the slip on i got is a Zard exhaust and i have taken out the baffles.. god you can hear me in the next county....lol.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

🤣🤣🤣I can hear you from here!

[@HippoDrones]

Interesting to hear your thoughts on the bike. I recently fitted Pirelli Phantom Sport Comps to my Moto Guzzi V7, I really rate them, so much better than the Pirelli Sport Demons it came with. I don't ride mine in the wet though, so have not experienced them in adverse conditions yet thankfully :-) The RE is a cracking looking bike for sure! :-)

[@2WHEELSor2WINGS]

Did 751 miles in the wet in Wales on Phantoms. I was in the company of faster bikes, but never needed to play catchup. Never gave me a moment of trouble, very confidence inspiring tyre.

[@HippoDrones]

@@2WHEELSor2WINGS Awesome to hear :-)

[@SLB4523]

I think the major complaint about them is that they tramline along parallel grooves.

[@elephantsmemory3142]

Bybre is short for by Brembo Not top spec but pretty good

[@girlinagale]

I put Grip Puppies on my crf300l, it had thin handgrips which gave me cramp in the throttle side. They're really good, fitted and forgot, no cramp.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Oooh I hadn’t thought of that for the CRF. Good idea.👍

[@fredzuccarelli]

Appreciate your comments on ergonomics....im looking to add one of these as my Sunday bike. Dave would you mind sharing your height/wt! Thanks mate!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Sure, I’m 5’8” and 190lbs.

[@motolocounobikenut1482]

Drill two 10mm+ holes in the end for a little more noise 👌

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Funny you should mention that. I’ve just ordered some slip ons. 👍🏍

[@murphy1554]

Hi Dave I believe the gt 500 re seat cowl fits the gt 650 original seat, seen it on another yt video. The cowl fits over the pillion part of the seat and fixes into the two plastic bushes in the seat midway on the seat each side!!! 🏍️

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Ah ha, thanks for that Turlough. I shall explore! 👍

[@murphy1554]

@@WheelieGoodTV Dave if get it straight from Royal Enfield it might be less hassle 🙏😁

[@oldskooldan1294]

Love the camera angles! How’d you do that?

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks! I have a few videos on my channel explaining all. Cheers

[@oldskooldan1294]

@@WheelieGoodTV cool! Greetings from the states!

[@jimmyb4982]

I put some S&S slip-ons, race only, on my Dr Mayhem (baffles out, of course). They, with a DNA air filter, completely transformed the bike!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

I’m definitely going to look into this.👍

[@schwartz4074]

Did you take the race stickers from it? 😂.... I intend to to it myself also.

[@jimmyb4982]

@@schwartz4074 Nah. Kinda use to them.

[@schwartz4074]

@@jimmyb4982 I see.

[@schwartz4074]

Just love this bike.

[@2WHEELSor2WINGS]

I am a little amazed at you saying you get about 45mpg. I push on a bit more than you by the sound of things and I get 72mpg average, worst 64mpg. I also like Grip Puppy's, once I got used to them. Fab bikes, and I love mine.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Wow you’re definitely getting more than me.

[@SLB4523]

What a fucking great bike. Im in love with my GT

[@jarjarbinks3193]

72 mpg?! Yankee Gallon or Her Majesty's?

[@2WHEELSor2WINGS]

@@jarjarbinks3193. Her Majesty,'s Imperial gallons. 😎

[@jonathanmellish4439]

45 mpg sounds really low. I thought they sipped fuel.

[@ralfybaby]

Great review! Thinking of getting back on a bike. Had a zed thou 30 years ago. Fancy the z900rs but that may be a bit too much bike for me now and it's obviously much dearer than the REs. I can get an INT and a GT for that LOL! I like the slightly hunched over position of the GT but the legs seem a bit too angled for my 6'2" frame .... gonna check them out come spring .... And when I lived in England 1989-1993 everyone "drove" their bikes.... unlike the US where they "ride" them.....

[@khalilGT]

Great video🙌love my gt650 too

[@tonycat721]

15:34 your number plate is "black and white" just like 50 - 60's not too sure if it is legal in England.. BUT if i could get it would be in character of the bike.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Hi Tony. It’s defo not legal in England but the Irish cops have turned a blind eye so far.

[@pjrice5412]

Great seeing the side view of yourself on the bike ,just wondering what height and weight are you.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks PJ. I’m 5’8”. And 190 lbs.

[@pjrice5412]

@@WheelieGoodTV Thanks sometimes bike sizes can be very disceptive not sure which id go for the continental or the interceptor 🤔

[@apocrypto]

Beautiful review! I have the same bike! :-)

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Many thanks. Yes we’re the lucky ones! Fabulous bikes.👍🏍

[@05rollerman]

Have you considered just taking the seat to an upholstery shop to make it more comfortable? Enjoyed your review, thank you!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Good idea!👍🏍

[@fredzuccarelli]

Another brilliant video!!!!

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Thanks buddy

[@mockbattles]

Get the Trip Machine Wingman leather bags and suede seat.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

I have the bags, they’re great!👍

[@gullyfoyle-uf6fr]

Have you considered removing the passenger grab rail? It's one of the first things I removed from my bullet 500. Lovely bike! I'm considering mr clean or the new BRG....or a full custom like TMF. My all-rounder, carry anything, go anywhere, zombie apocalypse bike is a 2015 tiger explorer 1200.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Yes I certainly did consider it but I actually quite like the look of it now. After watching TMF’s latest vid about the disaster he had with his customisation I certainly won’t be taking a project like that on. Love those Tigers though, great bikes. English biker Dan has one I think.🤔

[@vxplore]

I can't wait to se RE Shotgun

[@WheelieGoodTV]

I know. The pics look great. Should be launching soon I think 🤔

[@paulsire]

Have you considered getting the seat reapolstered, with some additional support?

[@WheelieGoodTV]

No I hadn’t but that’s a good idea. 👍

[@paulsire]

Makes sense, i had my spare in the attic doing nothing, now changing from black to a tan leatherette. So many pictures online to get inspiration and a relatively cheap upgrade

[@sammyday3341]

You still should have had your ice cream!

[@paulkelly2882]

It’s very hard not to curse when talking in an Irish review

[@WheelieGoodTV]

I know. I have to stay on my best behaviour when I’m making these vids.😜

[@AlexDhyan]

15:48 You did only run 500 miles in 6 months?

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Yep. Even after a year on now it’s only got just over 1K. It’s my look at bike. 😍

[@AlexDhyan]

@@WheelieGoodTV spider web bike 😆

[@gxex1]

Does it fit 2 people?

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Yes with stock seat. Perfect

[@louiscobb3861]

India an china making some really nice bikes nowadays

[@rogerwilliams2902]

Are you still with us ?, hope so.....

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Indeed I am!

[@rogerwilliams2902]

@@WheelieGoodTV Its just that we havent seen any videos from you recently, unless Ive missed them, so expected that something had happened to you, sorry. Really glad you are OK 😃

[@WheelieGoodTV]

@@rogerwilliams2902 that’s very kind of you and I appreciate the concern but yes very much still about and still posting every week. Last weeks was a good one!😜🏍🎥

[@thomasolivia6986]

What wax do you use? Cheers

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Really sorry folks but I’m away for a few weeks work and can’t check. It’s called something like “Hells” wax or “Devil” something or other. Stuart Fillingham uses it which is where I got the recommendation and it’s brilliant. Sorry I know that doesn’t really help. 🤯🥴

[@joedudz]

Please don't say you agreed with TMF a BMW is the best all round bike !!!! Especially after what he did to his Interceptor 🤣

[@WheelieGoodTV]

I will forever preach about the BMW but the less said about that interceptor saga, the better. 🫣🤫

[@soaruk3697]

Only 45mpg ???/.....jesus my old 650 Triton used to do 70.....

[@murdocampbell4858]

That raised my eyebrows too! Sounds thirsty…….but gorgeous 😍

[@michaelfirth1075]

A great video young man, thank you.😊

[@WheelieGoodTV]

And thank you too young man! 🤗🤣