Royal Enfield METEOR 350 & CLASSIC 350 Fitting New adjustable levers from Hitchcock's Motorcycles.

These modern adjustable levers shouldn't work with the Royal Enfield Classic but somehow they just do!
Hitchcock's adjustable levers. accessories.hitchcocksmotorcy...
PayPal Donations. [e-mail]
PATREON. / stuartfillingham

[@cgeary4homes]

Stuart, I really enjoy watching your channel, you're honesty and what you stand for! Keep up the great work!

[@daveinwla6360]

In my experience with clutch cables, reducing friction helps enormously with ease of operation and "feel". That includes using a dual-component oil (like WD-40) that evaporates and leaves a film of heavier lubricant and anti-rust on the cable, using teflon-coated cables, and especially routing the cable to have as large turn radii as possible. The difference can be astonishing!

[@joshnnik]

I enjoy watching your videos Stu although I’ve no particular interest in Enfields or Triumphs. The satisfaction of modifying and/or fitting parts that makes one’s bike more pleasurable to ride and use is one of the great pleasures of bike ownership.

[@boburrides]

Mine will arrive tomorrow for my Hunter and the thought of the clutch lever change has me on the edge a bit (being the first time I'll be doing something like this, and on my first bike ever as well), but your instructions are superb and easy to follow, so it will be fine I'm sure. Thank you, Stuart!

[@rudolfart-thekhasiartist3029]

Can i use the same adjustable lever of classic 350 in hunter?!

[@boburrides]

@@rudolfart-thekhasiartist3029 yes I put this on my hunter

[@SteeeveO]

Thanks for our twice weekly, modern times session of zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance - I can face the world outside now.......who needs yoga?

[@brianperry]

I believe that adjustable control levers should be standard fitting these days. We are all ergonomically different so being able to adapt the levers to ones own hand size would seem to be an obvious in factory modification.

[@peteeldridge1783]

Good video Stu. I’ve fitted similar from Hitchcock to an Interceptor and build quality was excellent. Adjustability was really good but another thumbs up was the shear point that RE don’t have in their (cast?) levers. Once dropped a bike and it could still be ridden as only the end section of the lever sheared off.

[@mondo2417]

Hi Stu, i bought the quality short black levers for my Classic 500 from Hitchcocks , and your right, the front brake is keener, which is better for me as i only have two usable fingers on my right hand and only two on my left hand, both levers work much better than the originals, should have made the change sooner, thanks for another brilliant video.

[@andrewjohnson6633]

I've fitted the black versions of the Hitchcocks adjustable levers to my Interceptor 650. The fitment procedure was very similar to your video, Stu. I think the black version fitted in nicely with the black of the parts that they went onto. However YMMV. A very useful modification.

[@davidbgraham461]

Thank you, once more, Uncle Stu. Standards maintained. I love it !!

[@michaelrheiner2415]

Royal Enfield got me into motorcycles…Triumph became my addiction….but the first always has a special place. Well done, yet again.

[@irishpete5472]

I fitted the black versions to my Classic-love them as the original levers had a little too much reach for my taste. I have also fitted a heel/toe shifter which I believe is a great addition and nicely matches the bike's easy going nature.

[@michaelburgess2993]

Thanks Stuart, for showing how these are fitted. Just received mine from Hitchcocks, so now going to fit them.

[@juliancain6128]

Very sharp! They do seem to blend well with the other polished bits of the bike. Excellent tutorial!

[@nickmason279]

Another great video Stuart and something I'm now planning to fit to the Meteor. I don't really need them but the look so much better than the OEM ones and the cost is not excessive. Just another little improvement that makes the bike ours.

[@frankmatthews3755]

Another great video! I appreciate the attention to detail as well as the excellent closeup views that make it easy to understand. This will be another item to add to my next order. Thanks for helping me spend more money. 🙂

[@seanb1081]

Thanks for the vid Stuart. I dropped my Classic 350 in some soft dirt a while back and snapped the clutch lever. New OEM leaver has arrived and will be able to replace it with confidence today!

[@kevberlin]

Stuart. Thank you. Another detailed video that gives me confidence to upgrade my bike again. Levers on order.👌

[@1985safraz]

No need for an alarm clock Uncle Stu's video notification is good enough. 👋 🔉

[@stuartfillingham]

Lol Let me know if you need to be up earlier, and Ill set the vid for 5.30!

[@lionelnicolas6958]

Merci ! Thank you, Stuart for this video. Just fitted the same following your instructions, no issue at all. These levers are far much better than the original RE. They operate smoothly and give a real good feeling of precision. And, to my personal taste, they fit well the bike. I would have been glad to have such a video for the seat springs kit instead of the vague and microscopic RE instructions. Again, Thank you very much.

[@stuartfillingham]

Thank You Lionel!

[@Mark-el8sb]

Excellent instructions Stu, thank you. After watching, the installation on my Meteor 350 was a doddle, and the levers look fantastic. I agree with you, the front brake seems to have a bit more bite, maybe due to the ergonomics of the new lever. Anyway, this Hitchcocks' product is highly recommended👍

[@RobertFord-hx5gt]

Installing mine now, thanks for the great content!

[@jons78733]

Thanks!

[@stuartfillingham]

Thank You Jons!

[@stevemiller7433]

Good video, very clear instructions.

[@franklins6644]

I have the Chrome Red Classic 350 and my fenders, er mudguards, have the same poor finish issue. At first I thought the gold stripe was some sort of poorly applied decal. I look forward to your video to properly finish this area. As for the levers I will have a think and see if this is a mod I need to make. As a side note I was able to order the Outlander in Tobacco from trip machine. Thanks for the generous discount!

[@barryhughes1612]

Good review, I fitted similar Hitchcock's levers to my Interceptor 650, I will be fitting them to my recently purchased Halcyon Green Classic 350.

[@bsimpson6204]

I must say, those standard levers look very smooth and rather retro, you should do a video on how to repolish them Stuart 👍

[@philtucker1224]

Really good and clear instructions thanks Stuart! (I was ready and waiting to catch the pivot pin on the front brake lever when you dropped it ha ha!) keep well my friend 👍

[@philgirling9192]

Great video thanks after watching I clicked your link and went straight to the Hitchcock site and ordered a set in black 👍 I noticed that they now do a full exhaust system 🤔🤔😁

[@JohnSmith-xw5qe]

Excellent informative video stu thank you keep up the great work!

[@riderz7]

Thank you sir, looking for more videos like this.

[@mcbob1967]

Thanks to this video I'm giving a thought to replacing the stock levers on my old C5, a little worn after four years, with these (Hitchcocks has them also for the C5, of course). I agree: they give the bike a slightly less classic look, but I see there's also an all-black version which could blend in even a little better. The clutch lever adjustment bit couldn't have been explained better. It's one of those things you may take for granted, but we all know you'd better not.

[@nigeltomes3964]

Thanks Stu this is going to be my next job on the Interceptor.

[@KRAM-zb2vc]

Brilliant video as always Stuart those levers look absolutely top notch 😃👍🏻

[@Ohio_Motonaut]

Looks great!

[@tomquinn607]

Nice improvement. Great tutorial!

[@johnk7814]

I had a set similar one's to my Interceptor from TEC bike parts but those do look different and a better quality, nice they put the brass insert where the bolts go. I must say that master cylinder piston is a bit strange that it's not inside but as long as it works.

[@andreVE4BK]

Another fine video Uncle Stu! I did fit a similar black HMC set on my Classic 500… and did drop the necessary nut 🤣… it’s not a proper job until you chase that nut on the floor 👍 Ride safe my friend.

[@daintree2455]

Levers look great and match that nice watch.

[@chrisc5275]

Another great video Stuart. Keep up the good work!

[@rover100bunson]

they look really nice, im having problems with my left thumb using my 650 gt and think its to do with the clutch lever span, only thing with hitchcocks is a previous order of about 60 pounds didnt turn up, so ive bought from elsewhere since, thanks, rich

[@adrianmercer5393]

Great tutorial Stu. Might give this a go.myself

[@jgordoncooper7112]

I just ordered a set like these for my INT650 from Amazon. The pictures look identical to the pictures on Hitchcock's, so I hope the quality is good. The finish on the original levers is quite good, the problem is my fingers. I guess they're just short. The reach on the originals is a little too long for me. Particularly the brake lever which has almost no travel --- it's just pressure. I have adjustable levers on my dirt bike, and they make a big difference for me. I think they look great on the 350 classic. I would not recommend multicolored bar end streamers though.

[@stuartfillingham]

Yes they all look the same in the pictures.

[@jgordoncooper7112]

Received my Amazon provided levers. Very nice quality. They are black and go well with black rims on the new INT.

[@SteveInskip]

Very good vid Stuart, and a very good description of what’s required. Mind you, I’d probably not be fitting that design of lever to a ‘retro’……..but each to his own and I hope it solves your problems.

[@stuartfillingham]

I hate the word Retro in the context of a modern classic. Retro means to go backwards!

[@SteveInskip]

@@stuartfillingham fair enough….I stand corrected!

[@stuartfillingham]

@@SteveInskip LOL

[@garybrown4854]

The improvement in your brake might be an increase slightly in the leverage which will give more force at the disc , wouldn't have to be much . tangents and all that mathematical stuff I've forgotten over the years 😉😁

[@henryhartley9993]

Nice one Stuart, they look great....

[@davidyates4181]

Just received these levers for my Meteor. I found the reach on the existing brake lever excessive. Hope the adjustment will allow for better control and braking. Good advice on fitting. Thanks.

[@christopha.mueller1287]

Thanks

[@stuartfillingham]

Thank You Christopha!

[@jamescapstick9598]

How about a review of the Benelli Imperiale 400 who's launch got mostly overlooked during covid. It's a Chinese made alternative to the Enfield 350. No doubt some eyes will roll but those type of people did the same when Japan first started making bikes and look where we are now. Best wishes Jim.

[@HoratioBlogs]

On my Meteor the 8mm locking nut underneath the pin on the clutch lever was missing. It makes me wonder what else wasn't fitted or has dropped off!

[@robertadams4415]

Good show uncle Stu

[@hervemasson5976]

my brake and clutch levers have the same faults as yours, I find it ugly even if the bike is not expensive... so yesterday I ordered the same levers as you Stuart.

[@ccooper8785]

Very nice lever upgrade at a very reasonable price. Definitely a safer bet than fleabay.

[@VigneshNagaiah05]

Hi, can you kindly try halcyon bar end mirror for your Classic reborn. I'm also having the same model planning to purchase the halcyon mirrors for my bike. I have seen your other videos on halcyon mirror but curious to see how it will be in classic Reborn Chrome Red.

[@stuartfillingham]

None available at the moment!

[@liston7124]

Stuart, 3 weeks ago you mentioned that you were making a video on the tappet adjustment on the 350.is your bike been done yet? and if not what mileage are you now up to. very much appreciated. Keep up the good work.

[@stuartfillingham]

I'm working on it

[@morrisminor56]

Right, paused the video and went out to have a very close look at the bike with my reading glasses on. The marks are there on the mudguards but very faint and the levers are scratch free.

[@jamespotter3334]

Excellent video as always. I found the quality of the cables on my classic 500 to be questionable. The throttle cable went very tight to the point where the return cable seized. I replaced it with a Hitchcocks stainless cable and have had no issues since. I did also purchase a spare clutch cable for good measure. Also will we be seeing a review of the new Goldie from you at some point?

[@teapotwood2817]

Hi Stuart. appreciate this video. can I ask 2-3 mm and the point you measured in the video for cable adjustment? I have been watching the Royal Enfield videos and they say 9-12 mm on the left lock of handlebars and 10-20 with them straight. I am assuming this may be incorrect by Royal Enfield. ? certainly do not doubt your knowledge. My bike is the 650 Meteor. thanks for your time

[@stuartfillingham]

if you have 12mm slack at that point i would wager the lever would hit the grips before the cable started to bite.

[@teapotwood2817]

@@stuartfillingham agree with you on this meant to point out they measure from end of lever. Is it ok to have slack at clutch clevis end ? I loosened the lock nuts pushed clevis forward and then re tightened lock Nuts.? Only way I can get amount of free play is to adjust clevis end with more slack., so when you pull lever free play is also At clevis end. Hope this makes Sense

[@tobiusgregory2805]

G'day Stuart, love your work mate! Any thoughts on doing some livestreams? General motorcycle banter/tinkering etc? Also, have you heard anything about the new BSA Gold Star? Cheers mate

[@stuartfillingham]

Thank You! Ill give the live stream some thought!

[@edwardwest5035]

Stuart, I noticed you used the word barrel. Would nipple have caused another silly complaint?

[@stuartfillingham]

LOL Possibly!

[@evanheisler7899]

Stuart, I take this opportunity to raise a big concern I have about chassis cracking and failures on several RE Himalayans. Many articles have been written about this issue. The problem seems to be poor welding practices and poor metal quality. I now wonder if my Bullet, Interceptor and Scram may suffer the same fate. Should I be worried?

[@stuartfillingham]

It was an Early production problem I would worry about it!

[@kristophertrout7328]

I kinda wonder on that paint issue that maybe they didn't finish it by doing a final clear coat on it, chrome and all. 🤔

[@themoog3889]

Bit too modern on that bike for my taste....would have have the originals powder coated black ! ( of course )👍🏻

[@scotty2307]

I thought the same. They are a fantastic product, but I like the size and shape of the OEM levers. (Without the scratches please)

[@ML-cl6ob]

Hi Stuart, sorry, but you are wrong. The mudguards are not painted, the red and gold colour is only applicated as a adhessive film. And the second correction: that are no scratches at the left lever, that are cracks in the transparent paint. The Level on the brakeside is only polished and without this transparent paint, that looks much better. My machine has a temporarely problem with the speedo. Sometimes he shows 20kmh to much. Few times ignition on/off and he calibrate himself again. But nevertheless i love my Classic 350! It is a famous little bike with a big charme! 🙂 Sorry for my unperfect english. Best wishes from hot germany! And keep on rolling...

[@stuartfillingham]

No I'm Not wrong I'm a time served automotive painter, The stripe is a basic base coat and clear finish. The red is basecoat, the gold stripes are vinyl decals. The entire area is then lacquered to seal it. However it may look on the video the marks on the levers are scratches not cracks in the lacquer.

[@anbusivaram9245]

Hi Stuart, I hope you are doing well. I own a classic 500 chrome. I already upgraded to similar looking brake levers. I want to upgrade the front master cylinder to meteor ones. Are the levers interchangeable ? I don't want to buy new levers.

[@MrEye4get]

Any idea if levelers for the Royal Enfield 650 Interceptor will fit the Classic 500? Love the Indian themed music, BTW!

[@EdgeMasterPro]

White Lightning crystal grease much cleaner

[@karunakarpradhan9555]

What is Royal Enfield? Answer... Sound Chaos Rush Madness Feel Strength Well Engineered...Technological...Research & Developed Thanks!

[@RockDinosaur695]

Don't do it for me, too modern looking for a classic styled machine. Polish up the originals.

[@cgeary4homes]

Thanks!

[@stuartfillingham]

WOW Thank You Geary!

[@waynesmith9032]

Thanks

[@stuartfillingham]

Thank You Wayne!

[@markgriffiths6638]

Thanks!

[@stuartfillingham]

Thank You Mark!

[@christopherlong7852]

Thanks!

[@stuartfillingham]

Thank You Christopher!

[@hmthomgmail]

Thanks!

[@hmthomgmail]

You continue to provide motorcycle joy for myself to vicariously enjoy the magic of modern classic bikes.

[@stuartfillingham]

Thank You Harold!