Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 - Oil Change And Clutch Lever Adjustment

[@sriram.gudipelly]

This is so well done - it should be an official RE instructional video. Thank you, sir.

[@my-enfield612]

@Sriram Gudipelly Wow! That's quite a statement. I really appreciate it. I would love to do videos for Royal Enfield. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching.

[@TheSar]

Love the way you film and describe these procedures. Thank you!

[@TerraMagnus]

This channel is awesome. I just got my own Interceptor 650 yesterday and I’d like to learn to work on it myself. You’re doing a great job of making that more accessible.

[@my-enfield612]

@TerraMagnus Thank you. I really appreciate the comment. That's awesome. You chose a great bike. The Interceptor 650 is built very well but it's also very simple. With the right tools you should be able to do most of the maintenance by yourself. I will be removing the engine from the bike to do some upgrades in a week or two. I was going to start this weekend but I realized I needed one last factory tool to get the engine out of the frame. I ordered it last night. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching.

[@frederickwoods5943]

The upper and lower nuts (2 each side) on the exhaust header where it mounts to the cylinder head often need to be snugged down at this early interval; that has been the case with my Royal Enfield INT650 and a Triumph Speed Twin 1200cc as well as my Bonneville SE, usually a quarter turn and occasionally a half turn or more. This is part of the first service-check/oil-change at the dealer. Another good oil for the vertical twins is CASTROL 4T.

[@my-enfield612]

@ Frederick Woods That's good to know. I've been sick so I haven't been on the bike since the oil change but I'll check the headers before the next ride. Thanks for the tip. I'm gonna finish the maintenance list in the manual. I just didn't have time that day. The nearest Royal Enfield dealers are hundreds of miles away from me. Thanks again for your comments and thanks for watching.

[@dev8546]

You made the clutch adjustment look so simple. After watching your video I adjusted my clutch by myself. Thank you : ) Is there another video explaining what the clutch adjustments on the clutch lever are for and how and why to make adjustments there? Thanks for the great work!!

[@Beanerds]

Yes , I did mine at about 1000km ( 600 miles ) and it did not worry the bike . Thanks for another great easy listening video .

[@my-enfield612]

@brian nordstrom That's good to know. I didn't think it would be a problem. I have to adjust the valves next. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching

[@nrich5127]

10w50 motorcycle full synyhetic oil is available on Amazon. I would recommend sticking with the oil that the manufacturer approves.

[@my-enfield612]

@nrich51 Thanks for the comment. I’m pretty sure you can find almost anything on Amazon. I don't want to order my oil online though. I want it to be available locally. It's just preference. Always available when I need it. I searched around for 10w50 but nobody sells it around here. So, I did a ton of research before I decided to use 20w50. Believe it or not, there are a lot of Royal Enfield owners running Motul 20w50, Redline 20w50, and yes, Mobil 1 V-Twin 20w50 in the Interceptor 650. I haven't heard of anyone having problems so far. There are a lot of Interceptor 650 owners running something other than 10w50 in their bikes. I know someone that has almost 30K miles on his Interceptor and he said I could use 15w50 if I wanted to. I'm going to continue using 20w50. This channel is about my first motorcycle, the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, and the things I learn as I become a more experienced rider. So, will running 20w50 motor oil in the Interceptor 650 damage the engine? We're gonna find out. I'll strain the oil on the next change and check engine temp. If there isn't sufficient lubrication, there might be metal shavings in the oil. I'll see what the cold starts are like when winter gets here. Also, I plan on increasing the compression ratio to 10:1 and I'll probably put better rods and a larger cam in it too. So, when I pull the crank, cam, and pistons, I'll be able to inspect the bearings and rings for damage. I won't get into the science of motor oil. But, in the warm climate I live in, 20w50 motor oil should provide sufficient lubrication for the Interceptor 650. However, for anyone reading this, the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 owner's manual says to use fully synthetic 10w50 to API SL (or higher) or JASO MA2, such as ELF MOTO4 Tech 10w50 motor oil. Thanks again for the comment and thanks for watching.

[@MeAndMyRoyalEnfield]

Gosh your videos are so professional. Can't believe I hadn't seen this one yet.

[@my-enfield612]

@Me And My Royal Enfield Thank you very much. Glad you like it. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching.

[@robertaperrone1594]

hi dear, can you tell me how you can keep the motor surfaces so clean? 😅

[@georgeclaytonwall]

Thank you for sharing. I like your bike, nice color.

[@my-enfield612]

@george wall Thanks for the comment. I'm glad you like the bike. It's called Orange Crush. It's real pretty in person. Thanks for watching.

[@isidroramos7830]

Great work! Regards from Spain.

[@my-enfield612]

@isidro Ramos Thank you. I really appreciate that. Thanks for watching.

[@alexanderfernandez6627]

Great tutorial.....thank you much!

[@my-enfield612]

@alexander fernandez Thanks for the comment. I'm glad you like the video. Thanks for watching.

[@부군코코]

thx guy. this video help me a lot!

[@andrewsheedy4201]

Great video, very informative. I wanted to ask 10w 50 synthetic motor oil is hard to find how is the 20w 50 working out? Thank you.

[@tonystone3397]

Nice one pal

[@PretheshP]

Love from India

[@my-enfield612]

@Prethesh P Thank you. I appreciate the comment. Returning the love. Thanks for watching

[@phanibapanapally4049]

Hey sir, how is you review on 20w50 in interceptor 650? I live in india i want to use 20w50 amsoil v twin oil. In india we live in hot climate, in summers we see 48C and in winter we see 16c, please share you opinion and guide

[@pehalwanjiindian]

Nice video sir👌,i own a continental GT650, i have noticed that its rear chain sprocket slightly wobbles left to right when the rear wheel rotates,is it normal for the twins? I asked this at the RE service centre mechanics they told me that it is normal as the sprocket housing on the rear wheel is mounted on the cush rubbers so that's why it wobbles. Sir Please make a video on it as well,thanks and Regards🙂🙏

[@my-enfield612]

@Pehalwan Ji Thanks for the comment. I haven't noticed that with my Interceptor 650 but I'll take a look. I have been looking at the Continental GT650 and that's a good looking bike. I might get one someday. If I find something wrong with the sprocket or if it wobbles, I'll try to do a video on it. Thanks again for the comment and thanks for watching.

[@tshadow6]

Where are you in Florida? I’m in Pasco county.

[@josegallegos9858]

Did you replace the crush washer on the drain plug?? If so what size is the washer? Thanks

[@my-enfield612]

@Jose gallegos No, I didn't change the crush washer. I think the internal diameter of the washer is 14mm. You can get it from Hitchcocks if you need one. accessories.hitchcocksmotorcycles.com/accessory-shop/Leanburn/2421. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching.

[@worldfactography9250]

Isn't warranty of Interceptor will become void if you do service and stuff at home or outside, except RE service station.

[@my-enfield612]

@Ankit Purohit Honestly, to this day I have no idea how long the warranty lasts or anything about it. I have just never looked into it. The answer to your question is probably yes depending on the work done. But again, I know nothing about the warranty. The nearest dealer is a few hundred miles away from me so I'll be doing most of the work on the bike myself. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching.

[@georgeclaytonwall]

Don’t forget to check your valve clearances.

[@my-enfield612]

@George wall Haha. That's one thing I recently learned about. The valve check schedule. I just adjusted them for the first time. Had 3 intakes that were good and the rest were all too tight. Bike is running good. Thanks again for watching.

[@ralpholeni433]

Hello, this oil does not have the characteristics suitable for this engine. You are putting a 20W 50. The Interceptor needs a 10W50 oil ! Therefore, with a cold engine, there will be poor lubrication, especially in the most distant points of the engine. In addition, the passages of the engine and oil pump are calibrated for 10W oil, which has a greater fluidity. It would be correct not to indicate wrong products. Greetings

[@my-enfield612]

@Raffaello Mazzoleni Thanks for the comment. In the video, I clearly state that the bike calls for 10w50 motor oil. I never recommended using 20w50. I just mention the oil I’m using. But, there are plenty of Interceptor 650 owners using 20w50. Lots of people recommending 20w50 Redline, Motul, and Mobil 1 V-Twin motor oil for the Interceptor 650. Now, the fist number on an oil bottle refers to how thick the oil can become at cold temperatures. At freezing temps a 10w oil will not thicken as much as a 20w oil. The ‘W” is an abbreviation for winter grade. A 10W-50 oil will have the viscosity of a 10-weight oil when temperatures are cold but work as well as a 50-weight oil when the engine heats up. A 10w oil will be less viscous in freezing temps compared to a 20w oil. You engine will start easier. So, if your vehicle is supposed to use let’s say a 50 grade oil you can use 10w50, 15w50, or 20w50 depending on what your climate is going to be. I live in Florida and it doesn’t get cold for long. Very rarely freezing. Warmer climates can use any of the oils but the 10w50 would be best for very cold starting. But again, Royal Enfield does recommend 10w50 for the Interceptor 650. Thanks again for the comment and thanks for watching.

[@ralpholeni433]

@@my-enfield612 , Hello, at minute 2:44 it is clearly visible that the oil in your hands, which you are placing in the engine, is a 20W 50. As for the climate linked to the place of use of the motorcycle, this is not decisive for the choice of oil. The oil must be the one recommended by the manufacturer as the engine design was calculated for that oil and not for one with different characteristics.

[@my-enfield612]

@Raffaello Mazzoleni I know what I used. So does everyone who watches the video. They also know what the owners manual recommends because I tell them. I will continue to use Mobil 1 V Twin 20w50 in my Interceptor 650 as many other people do with no problems. Thanks again for the comment.

[@ralpholeni433]

@@my-enfield612 , The bike is yours and, as a result, you can use the oil of your choice. The important thing is that anyone who watches your video is not confused and knows that the oil to be used, in the Interceptor, is the synthetic synthetic 10W50 compliant with API SL (or higher) and JASO MA specifications. Best regards and good luck.

[@639viablecarrot]

​@@my-enfield612 Some people just don't listen, you are very clear in your video what is recommended as against what you are using 🤔

[@joshuazorn5652]

3000 miles

[@my-enfield612]

@Joshua Zorn This video was done right after the break-in. 300 miles. I'm right at 3,000 miles right now. But, I'm about to open the engine for new cam, pistons, and connecting rods. So, I won't show a 3,000 mile service until after the engine is done. The second oil change isn't due until 6,000 miles. Thanks for watching.

[@joshuazorn5652]

@@my-enfield612 I'm at 950 on my first it's a int 2022 orange

[@my-enfield612]

@Joshua Zorn Awesome! Mine is a 2022 also. Stay safe out there.

[@joshuazorn5652]

@@my-enfield612 be safe yeah you as well my clutch cord feels like it click's sometimes

[@joshuazorn5652]

@@my-enfield612 it's my first vehicle

[@georgeclaytonwall]

Go ahead and forget about “go ahead and”, then you’ll see you don’t need it.

[@my-enfield612]

@george wall OK.