Royal Enfield Interceptor 650: Top 6 Touring Mods

[@WildlifeMoto]

*** Dart Flyscreen video now live for those who are interested *** kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4rVdJd4i8aAi7c

[@francisnorthwood7862]

Honestly why not just buy a bike that doenst need so much modding? Really drives up the price of the Enfield. On another note how much miles are you down rn and how well did it hold up so far?

[@WildlifeMoto]

@@francisnorthwood7862 I purchased this bike as a canvas for customisation during the various lockdowns. Miles wise, about 1700, zero problems. Hoping to put some serious miles on it ASAP.

[@rickducharme7429]

@@WildlifeMoto Agree. The blank canvas aspect of the RE Interceptor is a big reason I'm attracted to the bike. Bikes are very personal choices based on a number of considerations. To each his own, but there's no need to confine your choice to a pure touring bike or an adventure style bike just bc you want to do some touring. The RE Interceptor is a standard type of bike, which to me are the best to own (especially if you only have one bike). Secondly, the pieces were useful improvements, high quality, and they didn't cost all that much money. Imo the value was well worth the cost, and I would want every one of them if I get that bike. On top of that everything you added was useful for riding around town as well as for touring.

[@jeffslade1892]

I've got a Dart on the Guzzi. It is mainly aesthetic. It does take a little of the blast off but it's main purpose seems to be directing flies into you mouth, yum.

[@jeffslade1892]

@@francisnorthwood7862 because 'most bikes' don't have the fun factor of this one. I do agree the seat wants replacing though; the stock one is definitely numb bum.

[@chimp.thumper]

i like the simplicity and practicality of this set up, thanks for sharing!

[@Arnoldshah]

Everytime he says let's do this and that engine starts at 0:26 me ears just go "ahhhhh again" loveeeeeeed it

[@seaninness334]

Really liked these subtle but hugely enhancing mods. Nicely shot and scripted content. Subscribed.

[@WildlifeMoto]

Cheers Sean 👍

[@aviateurmotard]

I have the Continental GT's touring seat on my Interceptor and its much more comfy indeed. Also painted the tank in candy RED and this makes all the difference! :D

[@hmannrides]

Is it any lower than the original seat?

[@anantprakashranjan7079]

Got many good ideas for my Royal Enfield Meteor. Thanks 👍

[@WildlifeMoto]

Nice 👍

[@akatechAi]

Poor bike

[@jonsherry6289]

Have a Tiger 800 at moment and love it but it's so sorted for everything, been watching interceptor vlogs a lot recently and love the ability to personalise the bike so much, brilliant mods to yours ! Thanks for the lockdown therapy, great vids ?

[@WildlifeMoto]

It really is a fantastic bike to personalise. I have other bikes that need zero mods, on one hand it's a good thing, but not as fun.

[@jonsherry6289]

@@WildlifeMoto Just googled those fab looking TWM-SC levers, website says they are for track use and not legal for road use..... Surely not 🤔 ?

[@WildlifeMoto]

@@jonsherry6289 I guess it depends on local laws. They are legal in the UK

[@DerpEye]

in my opinion, the most important kit part for touring is a windshield. Also, panniers or a rack.

[@rogerhenry3481]

...came here to write that!

[@Alexis_dOlt12]

Wisdom : Yes 🥲 Hearth : No ! Please God no ! No way ! No no no !!! Never.

[@Shinysideup]

The bike is looking Awesome now, very tastefully done.

[@WildlifeMoto]

Cheers Ian. Yes, I’m happy with how it’s coming together. Stay safe chap.

[@mattfisher2513]

Enjoying seeing your channel grow and the attention to production value increase with each video! Appreciate the Inteceptor mods a lot as have been on the same journey myself for the last year and a half, cracking bike out of the box but making it your own is thoroughly rewarding! Always buzzed to take it out for a spin, and when it turns heads for all the right reasons and gets smiles from passers by makes you feel a real sense of pride👌🏽

[@WildlifeMoto]

Cheers Matt, really appreciate the feedback. Looking forward to getting out their and turning heads again! These bikes seem to have a magnetic quality that pulls a crowd wherever you take them. Thanks for watching :)

[@mattfisher2513]

@@WildlifeMoto No worries, will definitely keep watching! Just a quick question, are the standard brake/clutch cables long enough to fit your LSL bars do you think or did you need extended ones?

[@WildlifeMoto]

@@mattfisher2513 Will you be running the standard bar clamps? If so, you should be fine. If you are running risers, or just want a bit more slack, I've seen others run the throttle cables behind the fork to gain a couple of cm back. My brake line was fine with these bars, but again if you are adding risers, you might need to play with the routing.

[@stevemiller6044]

WM, thanks for scratching my RE 650 itch, well done as always.

[@WildlifeMoto]

Thanks Steve 👍

[@sagarmeena0210]

love the color combo of this bike

[@tonymartin3780]

Great easy fit mods , cracking video to first thing on a Friday morning 😀stay safe 👍

[@WildlifeMoto]

Cheers Tony! Happy Friday.

[@xeverettx2564]

Top Notch video!!! If you buy a New bike you should buy it because you really like it, not to completely change it. These are perfect small little upgrades that are a)functional and b)don’t change the aesthetics of the bike you loved in the first place!! So well done Ol’ Son!! Oh and definitely on of my favorite color combos with the exception of Red Hair and Black Leather my favorite color scheme!

[@lordhampton-wick7500]

I agree with you it’s a great looking bike I really like these new RE’s, I like your touring mods too. Be lucky and enjoy. 👍😊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@WildlifeMoto]

Thank you. 👍

[@pollitt11]

You’ve sold me on that Kreiger set up. Clean and simple. Good work as always dude. 🤙🏼

[@WildlifeMoto]

It's good stuff. Thanks for watching.

[@grol094]

Thanks so much for that info on the Venhill clutch cable. New info to me. Just ordered a set for my bike (not an RE). Great vid too eh Cheers

[@phillipsteele9067]

Nice bike, your mod's are very sensible. Must give much more comfortable ride for the longer runs.

[@TheRealChetManley]

This are all awesome mods. When I get mine I want to do all of these. I have been looking for a luggage system. That one is perfect!

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Simply beautiful! Love the video!

[@WildlifeMoto]

Thank you 👍

[@stevesanelli90]

Great practical mods MW! I hope you get to tour when Spring is in the air & out of lockdown 🙏 Your Interceptor is 1 cracking machine! Kudos to you for showing us your mods & fantastic RE! Hope you get to explore the UK a bit more outside of the big city!

[@WildlifeMoto]

Thank you Steve. Yes keeping everything crossed for a brighter Spring and the ability to ride again. Can't wait! Cheers.

[@FORMGROUP25]

Thanks for this great video! Missed part about your phone mount??? What do you recommend to go with that nifty usb device??

[@Albiansin]

Didn't you forget one of the most important things, the protecting glass? Thnx for this beautiful video. best, Albi

[@simpshady9090]

Such a high quality video! Keep it up you’re gonna have tons of subs.

[@WildlifeMoto]

Thank you.

[@mrvk699]

Thank you from 🇮🇳 India From a Fellow Proud Royal Enfield Himalayan 2020 Owner 😄🤝🙏🏼

[@jeffslade1892]

A small point perhaps. The engineering-correct lubricant for plastics such as PTFE lined cables, is silicone oil. Not a PTFE dry spray. PTFE is a non-stick coating not a lubricant. It is actually a very hard material and if it spalls away from the job can act as an abrasive.

[@WildlifeMoto]

Cheers Jeff, I didn't know that. I'll get some silicone oil in there next time,

[@MichaelJLong]

Loving the INT650 videos. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@stephenbethell7548]

I did Uk to Russian and back on NC750x using only kriega dry pack luggage in 2018 . It performed brilliantly , but I do travel light .

[@arunbikashsahoo5240]

Basic things which need to rider ,very simple nd useful ..love from India

[@andrewlupton3775]

Well done mate, great video and I'm with you on this one - surely it can't be long now until we can get out and enjoy the roads around our great country again. Let's hope the sun and the lifting of restrictions aren't that far in the future. Keep on making your videos, there's light at the end of the tunnel.

[@WildlifeMoto]

Cheers Andrew. Yes keeping everything cross that we get through this ASAP.

[@davidkiernan5901]

Thanks for the update and good luck with your bike. I might also suggest the enfield tall windscreen. I takes the air off my chest and up into the head are. It is much more comfortable for long rides. I also purchased the continental touring seat for my Interceptor but found it much more uncomfortable (for Me) than the original interceptor. After a short while my bum back hurt and my bum was completely numb. I now have about 15,000 kilometers on my 2020 Interceptor. I live in Thailand and get to ride almost every single day. Cheers

[@danielcunningham5940]

I would like to know where you bought your bike. I am in Chiang Mai, looking at retirement visa and affordable bikes

[@davidkiernan5901]

@@danielcunningham5940 I bought my bike new in Bangkok but if I had to do it again I would buy used from Bahtsold or Kaidee. There is a greadt deal on bahtsold right now 165,000 baht 4600 kilometers. I stil have the bike and am coming up on 40,000 kilometers problem free.

[@doylehurt2014]

Well done! Love the bike’s color scheme along with the mods. Cooler guard was an excellent touch

[@WildlifeMoto]

Thanks. Yes that cooler cover is much better than the stocker. Highly recommended.

[@jonlobello7151]

Jon here in Upper Michigan. I need to replace the clutch cable on my '88 Honda Hawk GT 650 (Bros 650 where you are at) and the Venhill clutch cable that you installed on your RE Interceptor seems to be the ticket. I also like the Dart fly screen. Currently I have a Targa faring on my bike but occassionally I will take it off and ride the naked Hawk. It has a round head lamp similar to your RE. I hope I can buy the Venhill cable in the states.

[@WildlifeMoto]

Pretty sure they ship worldwide. You can also order custom cables on the site. Hope you find a solution.

[@stepheneldridge6998]

Bikes looking and sounding great 👍. Excellent video 📹 cheers, Steve

[@WildlifeMoto]

Cheers Steve 👍

[@ruezi12]

Great accessories! Thanks for this tips.

[@dalewintle9969]

Awesome mods 👌 great vid J 👍🏻

[@WildlifeMoto]

Cheers Dale :)

[@MrPerfectlyEpic]

Hey just subbed, love your content and believe me it won’t be long until you’re a huge motorcycle journalist

[@WildlifeMoto]

Thank you so much!

[@Destide]

Rok straps are an amazing accessory

[@narwhal7642]

Nice bike and great quality video. I can't imagine touring without a windscreen or panniers. Love the USB and your mirrors. I looked at one of these today (in California) am also considering the Suzuki Vstrom 650. The price and styling is hard to beat on the RE.

[@_Ulisses_]

Nice mods, great ones. Cool.

[@NKsantalilofimusic]

Great video 🔥👌🏻

[@omCARvlog]

New Himalayan launched with tripper navigation 🔥🔥

[@WildlifeMoto]

Love the look of that tripper nav, very cool

[@caravaggiosaccomplice7841]

Perfect video. A+

[@BartholomewSmutz]

Regarding the "Grip Puppies." I bought some for my BMW R1150R a few years ago and they weren't tight enough and when I turned the throttle the grip would just spin on the grip so you might need to apply some kind of spray adhesive to the inside of the grip to solve this problem.

[@ricardorgomez]

Good video. Hope to be getting an Enfield in 2022. Great bike. I especially like the oil guard. Looks nice. Love the handlebars too. It would be the first thing I would change from stock. Like the bags. But full camping setup? Don’t know about that… I doubt you could fit a tent in there with poles… The seat… I’m a fan of a completely flat seat for a bike like this as you can sit further back just to change body positioning for a little while..

[@Doe-Nutz72]

Great Vid 'ole chap' (my poor attempt of my English banter for a Yankee). All jokes aside, great vid. though FR great mods & concise. Thanks for sharing Sir, salute to you!🙏🏽👊🏽🤙🏽

[@jimbandit1250sa]

Awesome tips thanks buddy and cracking easy fixing hitch I think even I could do 😀👍🏻👍🏍

[@639viablecarrot]

I think you really need to consider some transparent friction tape on your rear mudguard under your sear and frame to stop abrasive action from those universal straps 👍

[@WildlifeMoto]

I have some 👍

[@639viablecarrot]

Then put it on,not doing much good in the draw 😂😂

[@Jac7968]

You missed out wind reduction! That's a huge huge killer on long trips.

[@WildlifeMoto]

Yes. Still working on that one. I have the factory screen but it no longer fits with the new headlight brackets. Still looking for something that suits the bike and does the job.

[@WildlifeMoto]

Check out the latest vid :)

[@HaggisPower]

Mate just put a Givi on his Intercepter - mounts to the handle bars and def provides a good wind shelter

[@joshythehand2960]

Yep. We took a long ride across Arizona. I was the only one without a faring or windshield, I rode my bobber, and I actually ended up with nearly scabbed cheeks from hot windburn. It dried my lips till they were cracked so I had to wrap a bandana around my face for the ride home.

[@GK1976A]

Strange how the OEM ‘touring seat’ comes as standard on the Continental GT, but on the Interceptor it doesn’t. Surely the Interceptor is the bike most people would opt for, for touring?

[@vishalbrahmbhatt9056]

New subscriber mate keep it up. I just bought CB 350 HONDA as my first bike in India.

[@WildlifeMoto]

Thanks mate. Your first bike is always the best bike! Enjoy.

[@vishalbrahmbhatt9056]

@@WildlifeMoto sure sir 🙏

[@vladimirlojka3740]

Great video and nice motobike.

[@Eratorax]

Thanks for this helpful video. Are all theese mods listed usable on EURO-5 2021 model, in Italy?

[@deepakdebatirtha]

Nice customisation mate cheers👍

[@devanshmohan6508]

Amazing set up , very classy , which handlebar are you using , it is looking very appealing to me. Please let me know.

[@WildlifeMoto]

Bars are LSL Superbike Bars. Cheers.

[@ikzoekeenmotor]

Interesting movie, thanks! Just subscribed.

[@WildlifeMoto]

Cheers John, welcome!

[@ikzoekeenmotor]

@@WildlifeMoto we are going to place your video on www.ikzoekeenmotor.nl

[@shuklavinays]

A 650 from RE is too much for Indian market. Good to see it’s doing well overseas.

[@GJS-live]

Great video, content and production quality. I'm looking at one of these as a 2nd (city bike). Got GS for touring but always feels like overkill heading to Sainsburys. Cheers.

[@narwhal7642]

Touring you say? Got to have panniers and where are the windscreens? I was sold on a Vstrom 650 but not sure after looking at these.....

[@WildlifeMoto]

Hi. Check out some of the later videos for both of these items.

[@dinohero7348]

Love the video! Greetings from indonesia 🇮🇩

[@WildlifeMoto]

Thank you! 😃

[@ribalderr6052]

haha the ol grip puppies, been around for years, and theyre great!, accept NO substitutes!.

[@WildlifeMoto]

Love them.

[@skylaw6466]

Classic! Love it so much.

[@DineshKumar-fp8xr]

Hey, Buddy! The handlebar looks dashing. Where can I get it?

[@WildlifeMoto]

LSL superbike bars - German Brand.

[@sridharm7264]

@@WildlifeMoto which model handle bar is it?

[@_thisishenk_]

gorgeous!

[@stevereynolds547]

Stupid question: Are the universal straps included with the aforementioned Kriega luggage system?

[@WildlifeMoto]

Yes they are. You get a set with each bag

[@adishmantrau5504]

Hi mate, great content and very informative!! are we able to change bike height as well with suggested suspension upgrades?

[@WildlifeMoto]

Hi Adish. Thanks for your positive feedback. Yes with the YSS shocks you can slightly adjust the height.

[@a.f8803]

al final cuanto gastaste en todas esas modificaciones que le pusiste a la royal enfield? la verddad que se ven muy bien,y mejora notablemente la moto. gracias por compartir,un saludo

[@johnk7814]

Ha I just put that seat on my interceptor , it is much firmer than stock and much better looking. Only have a couple of rides on it so far being winter and all . 👍🏻 My friend has those grip puppies on his Indian scout and loves them . I have Oxford heated grips on my interceptor sooo don’t know how that would work out maybe could put them on when the weather gets warm and remove them in colder weather .

[@WildlifeMoto]

Nice! Looking forward to getting some miles clocked up.

[@ninjafrogg5721]

Hey John, you can still feel the heat through the Grip Puppies. I had them on my Kawasaki GT1400. You should give it a try. Cheers from Canada.

[@starfrozen7235]

India is doing great job on royal enfield bikes.. Proud to be an Indian. Love from india.

[@oldestpunkinargentina7766]

All GREAT mods except for the pipes; love the originals in size, shape, and sound. Wouldn't change them for anything, especially louder ones. Wished the originals were quieter yet ! The Pirelli tyres are highly regarded in my country, and nobody swaps them until they're shot, but sure there are way better out ther. What are you thinking for replacement ? Do you think the bike comes with tyres too skinny for the weight and geometry ? Excelent vid man !

[@DormanDiaries]

Nice practical mods mate 👍. I just want a chance to actually tour 😭. My 650 is starting to think she is clothes rack or key bowl 🙈

[@WildlifeMoto]

Depressing right! I'm starting to worry that i've forgotten how to ride.

[@DormanDiaries]

@@WildlifeMoto totally. I’ve done some new mods to mine (still to be revealed 🤫) that I want to test on a nice long trip, camping or whatever. Only thing is I don’t thing camping at least on an official site is going to be an option for while...

[@atiliogarcia5019]

So that seat you've got for touring its actually the Continental G. T seat?

[@WildlifeMoto]

@@atiliogarcia5019 It's the Touring seat for the GT, but also fits the Interceptor. They also make a Touring seat in the Interceptor style too.

[@atiliogarcia5019]

@@WildlifeMoto thank you

[@glenhardy4770]

Sunday 14 March 2021. A few minutes ago I happened on a video of Royal Enfield motorcycles being made in India. Are all Royal Enfield motorcycles made in India now or is it a mixture? Some in England and some in India?

[@WildlifeMoto]

All made in India. Co Developed and Designed in the U.K / India.

[@glenhardy4770]

@@WildlifeMoto As Ron Weasley would say “Bloody hell!” Thank you for the quick answer. A sad day it is for me. I have been focusing on videos in research on British-built motorcycles. British in name only is not good enough. My father’s father, if he were still here, would not approve. I will delete the name from my list.

[@WildlifeMoto]

@@glenhardy4770 Have you seen what Norton are up to these days? They have India investment but will still be built here in the UK.

[@glenhardy4770]

@@WildlifeMoto I am looking at each name of British legend. I know that Keanu Reeves favorite motorcycle is his Norton Commando 850 of yesteryear. Thank You for your encouragement.

[@dharmg3271]

Thats cool man.. I own a Gt conti in India and have done similar modes

[@Lost_In_Maya]

Your bike looks and sound amazing! What are those bar end mirrorsIs and are they straightforward to fit with the frame, thanks 😊

[@WildlifeMoto]

The bar ends are from Oberon Performance. They won't fit with the stock bars as RE have fitted some weird inserts. I have changed my bars to LSL.

[@Lost_In_Maya]

@@WildlifeMoto thanks 😊 love your bike!

[@SB-om1dx]

VERY GOOD 2 WHEELER TRACTOR

[@kevintariang9187]

Love your Royal Enfield reviews... 👍👍 Especially with those kriega bags and love those aluminium hooks..but when I check in india we don't have..😔

[@joemolly]

Is the catalyst converter in the mufflers or the pipes? I'm buying a interceptor in a few weeks. Thank you for the good videos.

[@WildlifeMoto]

As standard the cat is in the pipes. I’m currently running the Hitchcocks straight pipes (much better than stock)

[@joemolly]

Thank you much.

[@savecolaclibrarynow]

I Like the Royal Enfield Interceptor and the Classic 500, but the Interceptor has upswept exhausts, plastic silver mudguards, and silver wheels that let it down. I believe it would look much better with straight exhausts and chrome/stainless mudguards and wheels. I'd buy an older British bike but the Enfields would be more reliable and less problematic. The Classic 500 is a beautiful-looking machine but the Vibrations put me off. I wonder if rubber mounting the engine would cut down vibrations enough?

[@pascalmarion1150]

Hello and thank you for your videos ! I have a few questions about touring mods which seem important for me : how to attach a Tomtom SatNav to the handlebar, how to connect nicely some electrical devices (you mention a free plug in the headlight), and panier choices (SLC support are looking good but the paniers are not secured at SW-Motech)

[@harsha8272]

Nice mods, can you tell about handlebar make?

[@jackpeters9048]

I've ridden for 50 years...over 30 new bikes...several hundred thousand miles...I believe he overlooked the most important upgrade for touring..."The windshield "

[@WildlifeMoto]

Hi Jack. I have since added the Dart fly screen. It offers a bit of protection. I didn’t want to put a huge touring screen on a bike like this.

[@ricckyramesh5012]

Which handlebar you are using in your motorcycle?? It's cool..

[@mechanischeringenieur9096]

the handle bar looks cool, may i know about that please...?? any link to buy that from india...?? thank you.

[@WildlifeMoto]

These are LSL Superbike bars. They are made in Germany. Pretty sure they will ship worldwide. Good luck.

[@jps8941]

Great video I have similar issues with my Moto Guzzi V7iii I never knew about the clutch cable. For the USB I got a dual one that goes into my swingarm bag I can't change the seat out because of the special model the luggage I'm trying 50 l Joe Rocket duffle bag hope it work

[@paulnorman7478]

Thanks for an informative vid. Quick question: It looks like you have changed the rear shocks, what are you using please\what would you recommend?

[@davidfisher2806]

He has another video where he explains them

[@danilocapellan1316]

Beautiful motorcycle

[@anan7s294]

Try Moto Wings Trident exhaust on it. you''ll like it's sound.

[@frankcherry3810]

What about tires?

[@amitabhamandal8980]

Good informative video, love the handle bar, it's really looking great....pls share the product name

[@WildlifeMoto]

These are LSL Superbike bars :)

[@murraeblair-park4344]

Great suggestions, practical and ethically pleasing. I see from the vid you have upgraded the rear of the interceptor is that on this channel?

[@WildlifeMoto]

Thanks. I’ve featured it in other videos but not in a massive amount of detail. I’ll do a full vid on it soon. Cheers 👍

[@theinsufferablethumb6476]

i had the same issue with the clutch cable. the plastic mount came off and my wire was sitting on the radiator, melting the rubber around it. i noticed this because my friction point was basically non existant lol

[@football4773]

Your handle bars look nice. Are you using a custom handle bar?

[@ozzyg82]

Great selection. I might have taken heated grips over the puppies, however.

[@dedosauro]

Hey, really beautiful video! I needed this so much, I'm planning to change my suzuki katana because i want something more practical when it comes to ride with my girlfriend as a passenger, do you recommend me this bike for that purpose? Packing something to stay away one night and visit some places, this bike looks ideal, the katana is way too powerful and uncomfortable

[@WildlifeMoto]

It’s ok for short two up. Plenty of power. My GF likes the touring seat better than the stock seat. Also have a look at the Hitchcocks luggage rack to put your stuff on.

[@dedosauro]

@@WildlifeMoto thank you! I don't need a fast bike, i did 7000 km on my katana in a couple months and i figured out that i always go too fast, its time to get chill and enjoy some views. I will probably copy everything you did on your bike 😂

[@sktabrizalli552]

What is the handle bar you have used in your royal Enfield interceptor

[@jonpage4029]

Excellent

[@radiatormemes8006]

this is a useful video, I have Some Questions, How can i reach out to you?

[@lowman5000]

Have you managed to get out for a decent ride on the GT touring seat yet? Or is it all still shite over in the UK? If you have, how's the new seat holding up?

[@WildlifeMoto]

Hi Damien. I’ve been out of a couple of “essential errands”. When you first get on it, it actually feels lest comfortable, but after a while the extra support starts to become beneficial. So far so good, but needs more testing on a longer ride!

[@lowman5000]

@@WildlifeMoto I'm ordering my bike this week. Will go the GT touring seat because I really like the way it looks on your bike. I've got an old sheepskin seat cover I'll put on and see if that also helps in any way. Thanks for getting back to me. Stay safe!

[@jeholloway2]

Thank you for the video very good suggestions. The USB plug however concerns me because it is open to rain. There’s got to be a better solution that is weatherproof.

[@WildlifeMoto]

True. You won’t be able to use this in the rain. Maybe I could make a cable with a rubber cap glued to the end. 🧐

[@oldestpunkinargentina7766]

I find the seat too soft and thin, even for my skinny butt; is there any mod for it ? The one you installed is worse yet; thinner and just as soft. Going Corbin any sec.