Royal Enfield Interceptor 30.000km review

[@Beanerds]

Sweet , I have just clocked 3000km on my ' Orange Crush ' Interceptor , zero problems with the bike so far . 30,000 km is going well , thank you for a great review .

[@andrewoh1663]

The finish has stood up well to the weather

[@MathisMotionPictures]

it was always parked inside

[@thomaselliott573]

The crankcases look very corroded. Poor finish from the factory. They do not bother to polish them properly, but you get what you pay for.

[@andrewoh1663]

@@thomaselliott573 I think basic maintenance is part of the package.

[@MichaelJLong]

wonderful real-world review. I got an RE Interceptor earlier this year and love it. Only 2000 miles so far but hoping to get a few longer trips in next year.

[@bibekjung7404]

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[@frankstocker5475]

Thank you for the review in English. The RE Interceptor is a great affordable bike if you keep it standard & just ride it. Once you make the modifications it ends up more expensive than a 900 cc Triumph Stree twin. When it comes to selling, the Triumph will be a far better investment.

[@paulchristiansen7014]

love the old school look and it simplicity of this bikes.. looking at the 411 scrambler

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

Just have to agree, it looks very classy among the classics. Drop by, you may like my content.

[@damiantuttle1348]

Brilliant honest review from someone who knows what it's like to live with one for some years and clock up some serious mileage. By the way, what bike did you say the handlebars were from , a Triumph what?? All the best mate .

[@MathisMotionPictures]

i bought it second hand from a guy who told me it is from a triumph but i do not know more...

[@bushman9290]

Thanks Lukas, it's a good review. I too have done over 33,000km on my almost 4 year old Interceptor and I love the bike. That included a 7,000km return trip from northern Queensland to southern New South Wales which was done without the slightest hassle and in comfort (and I'm an old fart!). Like you, the only issue I had with the bike was the instruments fogging up, but the dealer replaced them without question. I must enquire about the front brakes though - I hadn't heard about them having problems. Good riding and stay safe.

[@williammckinlay5191]

There is a KZbin video by Yammienoob showing how they replaced the front brake master cylinder with a better one and fitted braided lines and brake pads. Made a huge difference.

[@bushman9290]

An update on my bike - just recently the speedo started playing up, intermittently dropping to zero then flicking back up to speed. Now I'm waiting for a replacement sender unit. The local dealer hadn't heard about any other RE's experiencing the same issue although a quick search on KZbin found that it has happened to several other Interceptor owners, and even one with a solution (kzbin.info/www/bejne/qabbnYupepWeZ9k)!

[@lisacolbert5987]

Thanks for this ! Wow , 30k , you could t say the same thing about a Toyota pickup now.

[@simonthomas5367]

YSS suspension is excellent value for the performance. I put a rear shock on my Honda Dominator and it revolutionised the ride.

[@MathisMotionPictures]

i agree

[@markfs]

I understand that you only changed the relay .....but then you changed the brakes, the clutch cable and a few other things that seemed to have gone wrong. It didnt seem to be that reliable. I like that you have reviewed after 30K. So many professionals ride it for a day and just say good things to make the dealer happy.

[@MathisMotionPictures]

Yes in deed, i guess every bike needs maintenance and every bike i own, i always change things on it for my personal needs. I bought the RE because i liked the look and i was hoping not to kill myself with it because it is not so strong. Now my perspective has changed.

[@thatren7179]

Man, watching interceptor reviews makes me want to buy one. Just something to check, I think your front tyre might be on backwards. Generally the tread should look like a V from the front so that rain water is pushed out from the center as the tyre rotates. The way it is now, the water is pushed to the center. Might also contribute a bit to the noise you were complaining about and possibly the uneven wear. There's also normally an arrow on the tyre to show the direction it should roll. At 3:46 you can see the back tyre's (on the right way) arrow... You'll be fine in the dry, just be careful when it rains. But thanks for a grea review. Stay safe.

[@frederickwoods5943]

I have a SHINKO TourMaster front tire in 110/90 × 18 and the arrow on the sidewall shows to mount it with the "V" backwards. Must be a new trend.

[@thatren7179]

@@frederickwoods5943 oh wow ok. Yeah I think it's probably best to just check each tyre when we are fitting them from now on. The ones in the video I think may be backwards. I see an arrow on the tyre pointing the other way and it would be strange for the back and the front to be inverted. But I may be wrong, and I'm always happy to be corrected and learn. Thanks for your comment. 🙏🏽

[@punkrockdidi]

Before you pull the trigger on buying one test ride one,I was really close to buying one and finally went for the Moto Guzzi v7 (850)

[@thatren7179]

@@punkrockdidi thanks for the heads up. Will definitely do so and check it out

[@MathisMotionPictures]

i checked: on the tire it says that as a front tire it is mounted in this direction and as a rear the opposite way. The rubber is very stiff, not very good in the wet but lasts for more the 10.000km. i would not mount it again, the front tire should be more street orientated in my opinion

[@Lanes-Explorer5733]

Excellent, interesting video. 👍

[@leewhite4887]

Great review, more soon please

[@sidweazel2883]

Good job, really nice review

[@svenbeowulfsson641]

Wegen des schlechten Lichtes kann ich nur empfehlen H4 LED Lampen einzubauen. Meine alte BMW K 75c bekam eine solche aus China und seitdem ist das Licht prima. Nur in der BRD empfiehlt es sich die Lampe wieder zu tauschen bevor es zum TÜV geht. Danke für das interessante Video. English: Because of the poor light I can only recommend installing H4 LED lamps. My old BMW K 75c got one from China and since then the light is great. Only in the FRG it is recommended to change the lamp again before it goes to the TÜV. Thanks for the interesting video.

[@lisacolbert5987]

Thanks , I was going to suggest/ask something similar.

[@lisacolbert5987]

Excellent video with really good questions .

[@roygardiner2229]

Many thanks! It was a most informative video.

[@daveg4495]

I've had mine 3 years as well, love t. Do your self a favour, get the Hitchcock headers, they allow the exhaust to flow & i found the bike became more responsive. More that worth the cost.

[@bonniville4eva]

Did you notice any backfire from running lean?

[@sicks6six]

If the BSA goldy becomes available in bike shops people say this RE will be its main competitor. I predict sales ratio of at least 20 to 1 in the Enfield's favour.. The BSA is horrible on the eye. Huge radiator. Rear light unit that's awful to look at and in the worst position. Forks that look terrible. Fake bits on the engine IE pushrod tube. Gearbox. The BSA looks rushed and not thought out properly. The RE just looks like a natural progression from the 1960s. The BSA sounds terrible the RE sounds good.

[@tomstockell9481]

Hi Lukas - would you be able to tell me which bars you replaced the stock bars with ? I have just bought an Interceptor and also find the reach to the bars to far and would like them closer to me. Would be very grateful for your advice. Cheers, Tom

[@MathisMotionPictures]

Hey Tom, i bought them used from a guy who told me they were from a Triumph but i have no clue which model unfortunately

[@tomstockell9481]

@@MathisMotionPictures No worries ! Ive found some good bars with a better pull back than the stock bars which makes the world of difference...thanks again for your great video

[@DJPTEXAS]

Great job on the bike, tires look great also !

[@thomaselliott573]

Those tyres are so bad they are dangerous

[@DJPTEXAS]

@@thomaselliott573 How so ?

[@thomaselliott573]

@@DJPTEXAS They are more like a trail bike tyre than a road tyre. No grip. The worst possible choice

[@DJPTEXAS]

@@thomaselliott573 Thanks ! I did not know if he was just going for looks or he actually contemplates going off road ! Agree that on road only they would be horrible....

[@thomaselliott573]

@@DJPTEXAS nasty

[@andrerobertdrouin3642]

Be careful mixing brand of tires , the compond at the very least must be the same or you will have problems , also the thread design most important

[@cerfvolant11]

I hope my Orange Crush looks as good as that when I get to 30k km!

[@botanacabecaqueestilonaoem5643]

Consider wrapping it.

[@uwedegner1112]

Thanks a lot for this wonderful and informative long therme review, Lukas! Did you had any issues with the throttle cables? In an german long therme test (50000km) they had to replace them a few times, because one cable was broken. I have done wonderful 10000km this year on my MarkII Interceptor and I plan a looong trip to England, Ireland & Scottland for next year. Thank‘s for answering my question. Best greetings from Germany to you and your absolutely beautiful Switzerland 🤩

[@MathisMotionPictures]

no, i have not had any problems with the throttle cables yet, kind regards

[@bradcobb3418]

i had a demonstrator ride for an hour in spain and i think it makes a nice learner bike because it is so low powered.

[@koosmotormuis]

I like your tyres. Heidenau K 60 Scout. Front and rear? Do they have the original sizes? Kind regards Kobus the Netherlands 👍👋

[@MathisMotionPictures]

Yes, both original size

[@tomstockell9481]

Great review thanks mate !

[@Perro-Asustado]

Nice video :) Thanks for sharing

[@TheJunky228]

front sprocket 1 smaller tooth would give you slower acceleration but higher top speed, and lower rpm at highway speeds so better gas consumption. opposite of what you said. there was a cut though so if you dropped a tooth on the rear sprocket then everything is opposite what I said above and agrees with what you stated

[@chadkline4268]

I wish you could put 19in wheels on, and raise the suspension, add more travel, to make it perform better for taller men.

[@xtschrauber7259]

Thank's for your review. but I have a question: how fast or how accommodating was your RE dealer with warranty work? I had to wait 9 months for the defective turn signal switch to be repaired. Wobbling is not a guarantee but normal because it is forbidden to let go of the handlebars while driving. And my speedometer fogs up so much that you can no longer read the numbers. That too is normal. My dealer says he can't do anything because these cases are rejected by the general importer in Austria. I also have problems with the clutch when it's cold. I can only start the first 5 km with a slipping clutch. My dealer says he can't find anything. My RE is now 1 year and 2 months old and has run 6000km

[@MathisMotionPictures]

My relay, speedometer and break caliper were changed on warranty without question and very quick. keep in mind this was back in 2019

[@xtschrauber7259]

@@MathisMotionPictures Thank you for your answer. It seems that I have to find an other dealer

[@OldMotorbikeMan]

I have 12000+klm continental,my gearbox is as clunky as a 1970s bike (no lie)now,&dear lord,if you get caught at low speed in a postion where you need to put your feet down,but ground is uneven..over she goes(like the titanic),but it starts great still,runs like a dream front suspension on mines bit squishy to now(needs rebuild or fluid,as you said)overall for me personally,still best bike i ever owned,id say there to heavy as a beginners bike tbh, Edit-continental is def not for beginner,interceptor yes..continental..no way a beginers bike(just my honest opnion)

[@radekknauer2891]

Why isn't continental a beginners bike while interceptor is? Aren't they the same except for styling and riding position

[@OldMotorbikeMan]

@@radekknauer2891 @@radekknauer2891 you answerd your own question..rider position...thats what can keep you alive,the lower clip on grip transfers your weight over the front wheel more,so bike is alot less(conturary to popular opnions& every one forgetting gp riders are trained years of experiance masters)stabel at low speed uturn cornering,also bike is harder to hold upright once it does tip past 15 or ° to the side,while on uneven ground,and any/most loose road surface..bang..over you go(that hurts..trust me)👍👍

[@MathisMotionPictures]

my gearbox is very smooth, no complaints at all

[@radekknauer2891]

@@OldMotorbikeMan I guess so, it's still a very beginner friendly bike IMO

[@OldMotorbikeMan]

@@radekknauer2891 interceptor is..as i said,continetals completly different bike dude..any one who owns one knows its no beginners bike,mate ive had 1000cc asian &us bikes..continetals one (probs is my)of the hardest bikes to ride ive ever owned mate

[@julianshepherd2038]

It looks so right.

[@TheBezaleel]

I have fully loaded my Himalayan from Hitchcocks UK. A company that supplies great parts, reasonable prices and EXCELLENT service.

[@OldMotorbikeMan]

@Douglas Lovell Honestly..what does that corperate flog have to do with a longterm review of an interceptor🙄

[@TheBezaleel]

@@OldMotorbikeMan Corperate flog ?? I was indicating a good company amongst mediocure one's, didn't realize someone would have a problem with that.

[@OldMotorbikeMan]

@@TheBezaleel cool story bro👍

[@r.i.p2464]

With all the performance mods that you did like the booster plug and front sprocket, how's the fuel mileage? My focus on mine is fuel consumption. Such a great little bike but sometimes it drinks so much fuel if i play a little. I mean sure it's fuel efficient if you manage your throttle but when you get a little frisky she seems to drink as much as my 1600cc bike.

[@MathisMotionPictures]

it took about 4,5 liters for 100 kilometers

[@r.i.p2464]

@@MathisMotionPictures its not that bad. 34km/L is my highest if i religiously shift at 3k or below but sometimes i also hit 20km/L if i get playful. It's horrible that it drinks a lot of fuel when i ride it fast. It's almost the same consumption as my roadking when I'm also riding it slightly hard.

[@philipmessedger481]

Could you tell me the brand of your seat cover? I’m tall and extra cm’s are welcome, along with comfort. Thanks for the review.

[@BlueberryFennec]

If I understand correctly from the video (starting at 1:30), he made the leather cover himself and added more padding on the original seat. So in short, a self-modified original seat.

[@MathisMotionPictures]

Yes i made it myself on an industrial sewing machine with 1 cm foam extra padding

[@sscbkr48]

@@MathisMotionPictures good job, very impressive!

[@nicolassalazar4450]

It's a ver good and honest revew but.... All your sentences cutt off at the end, it's a pity,

[@MathisMotionPictures]

The sentences at the end got cut of where i was meant to say that i am selling it, I made an other Video on this Topic

[@MathisMotionPictures]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6Wbl3WqhLOLaLc

[@Crispndry63]

Did you do all your servicing yourself or dealer?

[@MathisMotionPictures]

the main services 1000, 10.000, 20.000, 30.000 with the dealer, i guess they see stuff i do not

[@stevekearns441]

I gave you a thumbs up but your review of the bike was too slow. I quit listening after awhile. I'd still like to hear what you think but pick it up.

[@gdkamath]

You can change the playback speed for a single video in the settings. I change to 1.5 or 2x for very slow speakers at the cost of a Cartoon squeaky voice

[@KakuiKujira]

So, you rode it through a Swiss winter and you did not think it got cold enough to turn the hand-warmers on?!

[@MathisMotionPictures]

not every day, just on sunny ones

[@itsnotselene2366]

Nice

[@jtaverna]

What kind of tires are those? I have the same bike and want better tires.

[@MathisMotionPictures]

Haidenau K60 Scout

[@alextaylor7770]

is your front tire on the wrong way - tread

[@MathisMotionPictures]

it is designed to go both ways

[@luisloya1120]

A wood shim under the kickstand? 🤣

[@MathisMotionPictures]

style:)