🏍 Royal Enfield Interceptor vs 🏍 Triumph Street Twin | Is The Twin Thrice The Bike? | ZigWheels.com

🏍 Triumph Street Twin price in India is Rs 7.45 lakh (ex-showroom). Royal Enfield Interceptor at 2.51 lakh.
🏍 Royal Enfield Interceptor vs Triumph Street Twin which one better? Let Us Know Comments Section!
Triumph’s Street Twin has been one of their highest selling models in recent times. For 2019, the Brits have made it cooler and surprisingly, it is more affordable for India. Hence, it is the most affordable British twin available in India. Or is it? Because Royal Enfield went big with the Interceptor 650. It is already selling like hot cakes. Why shouldn’t it? We have longed for a big Enfield for decades and our wishes came true.
Royal Enfield made every single bikemaker sit up and take notice as it managed to price the Interceptor at a super accessible Rs 2.5 lakh, ex-showroom Delhi. And even though the Street Twin is more affordable (by Rs 25,000 at Rs 7.45 lakh, ex-showroom India), it is still three times the amount of the Interceptor.
Both bikes come with a parallel-twin motor with a 270-degree crank. While the Enfield just has 648cc to play with, the Triumph offers 250 cee cees more. This obviously gives the Street Twin an advantage in the performance numbers, 65PS vs 47PS and more importantly, 80Nm vs 52Nm.
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[@samirkittur]

If dad's paying then Triumph If you're paying then RE

[@rajpalshekhawat8743]

Best comment for the video.

[@TheVarshucop]

Lmao good one

[@andychauhan6544]

Hahaha...true that.

[@abhijeetborade5490]

well said

[@josepaoloaguado4482]

samir kittur 😂👍🏼

[@BuluBiker]

Cost - 3.1 vs 9.7 lakhs (Bangalore on Road) Maintainance - 2.5 vs 6 Rupees per km

[@allinformation2221]

Interceptor is best value for money

[@beastboy2610]

Bullu bhai what is Triumph's ideal service interval?

[@niteshgowda8995]

Ooo bullu bhai

[@Raja-vo9om]

Simple and sleek review bulu bhai😜😜😜😍

[@TheDreamGod02]

Hey, its Bulu bhai here.

[@pedropinheiroaugusto3220]

The way you ordered coffee said it all. Triumph for the guy that wants it specific, Royal Enfield for the pragmatic man. Great video.

[@1234fazermann]

How? I mean what has specifics to do with Triumph? RE is equally refined/finished if not better.

[@motomuso]

These RE twins are going to be *huge* here in the US. Beautiful, modern, and inexpensive with a good warranty and free roadside assistance!

[@HooDRidEWhiteY]

But the dealer network sucks.

[@blinx99]

@@HooDRidEWhiteY That is exactly the problem we have with the imported bikes here in India. The showrooms are all nice and swanky but the after sales network is terrible, not to mention the availability and costs of the spare parts.The only exception to this is Harley Davidson but my friend who owns a street 750 still complains a lot about the dealer network.

[@AgentSubZero4]

@@blinx99 yes ..I agree with you ..Re has a great advantage that it is made India ..parts will be much cheaper ...quality will be further improved ..suspension improvement will updated as well..sales showroom ..acessorious ..repairs..will be. Improved as well...give RE time and you can be assured. ..they will build great retro bikes ..in the world ..to. Make a first parallel twin in India and RE in collaboration with Harris motors uk has build world class value for money retro bike in the world..at the price point and quality...no other bike comes close to it's class..be rest assured enjoy and ride one ...test it at least if you into retro.. bike..it's great product..of India..all the best to RE..may you. Continue to produce quality and value for money for the mass market to enjoy and ride safely..God bless RE.. .

[@07swapniltajane]

In india RE providing 3 years road side assist free of cost

[@flounderpounder7992]

They haven’t taken off as I thought they would.

[@tokyosmash]

Y’all need to make a trip to the US and teach some of these guys who do “reviews” how to properly present a product, I love you, Zigwheels!

[@ijaxon6675]

He's right. People with go-pros riding a bike isn't a review. It's maddening to land on one of those "reviews."

[@konarkmohanty8597]

Or maybe just watch better content?

[@notorious1921]

@@ijaxon6675 Ever watched strell's channel? His voice itself is an eargasm.

[@Max-zt4tb]

Absolutely gimmick of a review. Very disappointed with how these people think they are making Bollywood movie crap than a product analysis. Review is supposed to be sharp, technical and logical.. not dramatics

[@leoncelestinedave]

I personally feel when both folks ordered their respective choice of coffee, that sums up the difference between the bikes. Well done review.

[@versyschris]

No. I'd pick the RE. Here in Canada a new RE is less than a 5 year old Triumph and that bike wouldn't even have ABS brakes. It's a no brainer. Great review guys.

[@senthil3052]

Well done brother

[@GibsonSGJKL]

Yeah, I had been considering a Street Twin for a while now, but the Interceptor 650 has me reconsidering. It's more of a true classic bike being air cooled and it just looks more mechanical, if that makes sense. Great for the budget too.

[@peterschattmann8298]

MSRP of the new Street Twin in Canada is $10,600. My local RE dealer is advertising an Interceptor at $7,975. While there is clearly a price difference it isn't the 3x suggested in the video. I think there is a big up charge in Canada for the RE.

[@nandakishorepradeep6678]

@Cash Money ya... For foreign market their quality standards are higher than that of Indian.

[@peterschattmann8298]

@@nandakishorepradeep6678 That is very hard to believe. Are you claiming that Royal Enfield is purposely making an inferior version of the same bike. Knowing how global production works that makes no sense at all.

[@dhirajshah265]

Just because made in chennai doesnt make it bad .

[@nachiketbidwai44]

Right Bro it's well build😄

[@geffreymanuel7032]

Indian bikes are sub par in terms of quality

[@daakuredpanda5782]

@@geffreymanuel7032 The quality is excellent for the price we pay for Indian bikes.

[@farzinbi]

Probably the point they wanted to convey is that the interceptor is more Indian and not British, they did not mean build quality in India is poor.

[@makarandkadam1996]

@@farzinbi ye zigwheels walay british angrez ke gand chaatne walo main se ek ha.. Khate bharat desh ki or baat british Or foreign ki karte he.. Itni gand main dum he toh british zaa kar reho na lavdooo salay

[@mistrynitesh]

I saw this video with my 3 y. o. kid. I paused the video when both the bikes could be seen parked in a single frame, and asked my kid which bike he wants. He yelled Orraange!!! Well some guys might comment "please grow up". But do we riders do really?

[@Mopeina]

Kids love :RE... Men love : Triumph.... Legends love : Mopet(Heavy duty)

[@gamebredtv804]

Please grow up

[@TheZenith790]

@@Mopeina hahahaha luna and tvs xl super........ good old days tho !!

[@vinaykrishna3087]

Kids attract to colours.... Men attract to power of S.....

[@abymathew295]

We are Officially Welcoming your Lovely Child to the KTM family...😀😀😄😄

[@madhavan566]

I never was a RE fan...but after HIMALAYAN. I am in love with RE.

[@sanjaytiwari6123]

I have a Himalayan and love riding it but it's build is of very poor quality. Hope the interceptor is better.

[@mcr0741]

@@sanjaytiwari6123 exactly.

[@raunaksinghyadav]

Value for money- interceptor But look at triumph, it's look like a work of art. Gorgeous.

[@heithwatkins]

I want a Royal Enfield. But they need more dealers in the USA. Thanks for your video brother. God bless you.

[@HooDRidEWhiteY]

Yes, USA Dealer network is abismal. I wanted to test ride one bad but went with a Yamaha instead because nearest RE dealer is 6 hours away.

[@DarklordTsuki]

I got lucky and my local HD dealership picked up the RE line, not a big fan of local yamaha/honda dealers

[@raulsarin1605]

I would buy the Interceptor & go on India tour with the remaining money..!!!

[@ameyabakre4609]

You would but i really doubt about the quality issues which ull face at a later date..

[@raulsarin1605]

@@ameyabakre4609 Agreed, But all things have a life..!! Also, with the difference amount I can Lavishly complete India tour & once this is completed the bike's worth would definitely be redeemed.!! So who cares about the later stage..

[@Abii-vlogs]

I buy interceptor 650 and I'll spend extra 1 lakh for advanced modification. Since it does not reach triumph, but I'll be happy with my modified interceptor. Anyway interesting video...😍

[@AMR3230X]

Nice. Perhaps I would do the same if I lived in India. Nice choice.

[@dextermorgan2353]

Plus servicing is much cheaper for RE compared to triumph.

[@rajkumarn.t4581]

@@arindamsharma884 try some costly auxiliary lights like clear water lights it starts around 37k,then the seat change it will be around 7-10k,then some cosmetic updates and carriers like panniers or top boxes and so 1 l will be enough

[@ravisharora7111]

The engine heat as I understood can spoil your city drive ... Is that correct ,maybe some speed owners can clarify

[@BritishBikerPhilippines]

I was a Triumph rider back in the day, a few T120s and T140s, but I agree with the older gentleman, the RE is all round the better bike for everyday use

[@gerardorockerman69]

May better for city riding, not for riding out of town.

[@gusseisern1151]

the RE is my choice. It is authentic, affordable and has a stunning new engine. Well done RE.

[@Oldvelocette]

As a new rider I looked at the triumph street twin initially as my first big bike but then when the RE 650 was released I was very tempted. Overall the RE is a better package for the price. Cheers from the UK. I have had my interceptor for about 2 months. Very pleased with it. Yes it could be improved. But its cheap so more money in the pot for mods. 👍🏼

[@hinditech3687]

Re is from India at present not UK

[@Oldvelocette]

hindi tech obviously... whats your point?

[@hinditech3687]

@@Oldvelocette he is telling re is in UK at present But now India owned full Royal Enfield motorcompany by eicher so they launched himalayan,interceptor etc

[@shubhamlasure5441]

@@hinditech3687 he is from UK you dumb dumb!😑

[@badoombum]

Thanks mate, I am a newish rider too and was dreaming of the Street Twin but now that I discovered the Interceptor, it's more affordable so will probably go for it! Did you mount a luggage rack/panniers on yours? Is it easy to get parts in the UK?

[@MsGourav1984]

i m on kattapa's side , RE to go for😀😆

[@vyshuu5788]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣kattappa

[@capravinbhise2336]

Nice 👍🏻

[@Akshayysk]

😂

[@kishorbhandare839]

Kattappa 😎

[@TheBonlessTongue]

First part of your comment is hilarious. The second part is sensible.

[@peterjones331]

Interesting! 2 years after this review I find myself with this same choice but the price difference has narrowed considerably. In the UK a new RE Interceptor costs about £6,000 and a new, unused 2020 Street Twin can be found for £7,600. For sure the Street Twin is the better bike by any reasonable measurement but I find myself leaning towards the Interceptor. I recently sold my much loved Himalayan when forced to return home from the Middle East and I miss identifying with the Royal Enfield brand and riding with other Royal Enfield riders. Buying a bike is not always reasonable so having got this far writing this, I have made a decision. It's the Interceptor for me and I will spend the £1,600 saved riding around the country I left 23 years ago on a great Indian motorcycle.

[@tonypammen6150]

I’ll still take the Enfield, it just looks so cool, good old fashioned simple biking.👍

[@meshym3061]

Helios Zig wheels...I’m commenting on someone’s behalf as I have not ridden this bike nor I possess it. I’m gonna talk here about MY big cousin who is 59 now . He’s been riding since 1979. I’ve seen him riding from yezdi to rajdoot 350 and so on. His last bike was bonneville in 2016 . He has bought plenty of bike in last 40 years from intruder 1800 to hayabusa. He called me few days back and told that he bought interceptor and was prasing it so much, wat he said really impressed me as he told me that RE has done a great job , they made a bike which has all ingredients of a 10 lakh bike and made it available in India for less that 3 lakh. SIMPLY AMAZING RE...

[@aniketprateek]

One life ! Lets not be sensible ! If you have money , Triumph ! If you don't have money, Triumph ! Work hard that much

[@memelord7551]

finally, some truth...bitter but yes, triumph owns RE in almost everything except the prices ofc..

[@dv9239]

These bikes are not identical at all being honest I'd rather compare the interceptor with the Kawasaki w800

[@amiyachourasiya]

Nice video guys. One advice to RE (if they are reading the comments here), they should immediately modify their twin silencers in both 650 twins and make them look like like those on Triumph’s Street Twin. This will enhance the looks of the bikes for sure, those raised silencers don't go along with that flat seat and are not practical too.

[@matthiasmuller2203]

Great review, thank you! Funny coffee order. Bought my Interceptor yesterday, baker express.

[@ArunVishnuFilms]

Matthias Müller favourite colour!

[@LoganMaclaren]

Guys, it's the first time that I write a comment here, although I've been watching your show for a while. I'm not pretty sure why, but your comments and comparisons make a lot of sense to me (maybe because I live in Brazil?). Your reasoning reminds me a lot of Fortnine channel (that's a compliment, BTW), and you manage to put some humor into it, which is a plus. Congrats for your hard work, keep the videos coming!

[@ARP1714]

Yes, ive watched Brazilian reviews too, I don't understand Portuguese but both India and Brazil have such similar bikes and roads. Incidentally, the Fortnine editor cum cinematographer (Aneesh Shivanekar) is also Indian, and from the same city these reviewers are in (Pune) .

[@kate123456dave]

I would definitely pick RE instead of TRIUMPH

[@hiteshkumara2225]

A matte black engine block, a brushed metal finish for the exhaust pipes and black alloys (overall less chrome) would drastically change the way the interceptor looks (read, make it more premium). And I don't think the Bonneville is worth thrice as much as the interceptor.

[@anilbasavrajukirvadi]

Even if RE puts in all those features and more powerful engine that triumph has... am sure it would still not cost half it’s price... 1 or 2 years down the lane RE would definitely come up with such bikes. More over triumph is expensive because of the added import duties...(I think75%) . If the bike was priced at 6 lacks at least... it would definitely be a value for the money bike 🙂

[@PzZulqar]

Absolutely. The alloys alone would make a huge difference. The tyres would look much fatter (read better)

[@sathiadev6447]

All I want is a black engine case ....there's just too much chrome for me 😖🤦‍♂️sadly no new 650 bikes till 2020 and I cant wait that long

[@rishavnath]

true, I think RE is going to upgrade to DOHC coming years which will give more power and torque, plus bit more instruments and better silencer would make her best in class.

[@aut0tech]

@@sathiadev6447 i feel re might feel for you

[@davidjulian8536]

For the price of the Triumph you could buy an Interceptor and a Himalayan and have plenty of change for modifications.

[@himanshusinghdosad9853]

You just wanna say, u want to eat pizza but u will buy a sandwich and put some toppings over it, bake it, and buy a bread and put sause over it and eat it....and thats your pizza😂😂

[@27siddarth]

@@himanshusinghdosad9853 your comment is more related to buying a cycle and a bike instead of a car.

[@himanshusinghdosad9853]

@@27siddarth bro u will not understand....its all about passion people buy superbikes of 8-10lakh, even they can buy car or 6-7 bikes in that segment...afterall its all about personal choice or decision

[@27siddarth]

@@himanshusinghdosad9853 I am vompaing your analogy. If you are comparing pizzas you must compare with pizzas and not with sandwich.

[@toppointtraders8099]

IN INDIA YOU WILL GET INTERCEPTOR,HIMALAYAN AND A R3 FOR THAT PRICE

[@madhanakumarannamchetty3947]

100% RE interceptor .Reliability , performance value for money and it's more Indian that's more important than anything else

[@mb4077]

Man realiability !! i wish.. anyone who used a modern RE knows reliability is far off from it

[@pramesh.gurung]

@@mb4077 agreed. I really love the look of the RE but it is not reliable. Found it hard way.

[@gustavmeyrink_2.0]

No contest: With the Royal Enfield you get a proper tank badge.

[@Parsitraveller]

Interceptor

[@rambhaktrajputana5651]

Kattapa is with Inceptor,,, so Re is bahubali. N it wins 😂🤣😂

[@rajendertkr]

😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@rajkumarn.t4581]

And street twin is kalakeya😂

[@prateeksinghsaun4261]

Not kattapaa, it's Amit Shah

[@cksajeevkumar]

Let me put it in a simple way - If you have only one motorcycle in your garage, the RE Interceptor is the one for you. You can use it as cruiser, commuter and what not. And, if you don't plan to take your bike to office or shopping, and you need the true motorcycling experience, go for the Triumph.

[@akhilbhalgat2339]

Yeah sure if you have to choose between the two and you have that kind of money to spend on a bike why wouldn't you but the street twin.. it's like saying instead of buying a Mercedes i am gonna buy a corolla. And if you are that concerned about commuting and going on shopping with these bike than better buy Activa or NTorq.

[@Winterstick549]

The RE, hands down. It even has more impressive roll on performance.

[@mociczyczki]

its roll on elasticicty performance at lower rpm /higher gear cos st 900 at roll on at max power still kick reic 650 ass ! .

[@yashankhan4487]

I will go for royal enfield it is good in terms of maintenance and cost of bike just 2.5

[@mr.mindreader5523]

your skit looks far too fake..

[@danishkhan287]

Considering the price and local availability of Mechanics, workshops, and spares ifs interceptor which has a edge

[@HemanthKumar-ws1xg]

Exactly bro I have seen blogger having problems with triumph service, it's not just buying the bike aftermarket support is crucial

[@rajendertkr]

@@HemanthKumar-ws1xg yup they have to wait for week to even a month and it cost tons plus different things blah blah

[@jamesalbinson7416]

What a great episode! You two are charming and informative. I live far from India but share your experience with Triumph motorcycles. We do have a local RE dealer and some day I want to check out their bikes. I currently enjoy riding a number of bikes including a 2007 Triumph Bonneville T100 and a 2014 Triumph Scrambler 900. I can agree that the Bonneville series are all really cool motorcycles.

[@karmahunden]

How do they compare? Which one do you enjoy the most?

[@jamesalbinson7416]

@@karmahunden Ahhh that is a good question! I can tell you that the 2007 Bonneville rides as good as it looks. Manual choke and old school manners don’t let the rider forget that this is a classic ride. The Scrambler 900 is a really good around town ride. Also featuring a manual choke though fuel injected. The style is the draw. A conversation anywhere you go. All in all I favor fuel injection and prefer the lower pipes of the Bonneville.

[@dave6467]

The Triumph is made in Thailand, not Coventry, England.

[@Barru33335]

Just assembling is made in Thailand not the making of the bike parts or design..

[@dave6467]

Are you seriously suggesting that all of the componentry is shipped from the UK?

[@DevendraKumarSailor]

@@dave6467 My bike which I bought in India was shipped from the UK...

[@Uncletoast52]

Is Hinkley in Coventry...

[@BuilditRideit]

Thats great, coz the ones from england always leaked oil

[@ritbhattacharya9856]

MOST THIRD CLASS VIDEO.

[@sunnysmails]

Interceptor does not run hot at all??? Are you fucking kidding me. 4 kms and my INT is piping hot.

[@motorelax]

Very, very good comparison! Congrats for the video, my brothers! The Interceptor and Continental GT will be soon arriving here in Brazil. They motorcycle market here is gonna be crazy !

[@dmsnm]

If I were rich ,I would look no further than the Street twin. Since I am not, I have to settle for the Interceptor. For me, nothing beats the Triumph Bonneville range for modern classics..

[@Mr75044]

RE has the 60s 70s look. The trumpet is a modern bike...look... The RE.is built old school... My kind of bike.. All that glitters is not gold.

[@ramilawaiba2384]

You guys joking about bike

[@ItzVsnth]

I'll go for Street Twin

[@thejas007]

It's all about the heart. If the Interceptor puts a smile on your face while riding and makes you feel to not stop ever, then yeah go for it. If the Triumph (or any other bike, in general - from a Duke 125 to a BMW 1000RR) does it for you, then yeah it is your bike. Specs only provide meaning upto a certain point. Its not the specs that revs your heart, but the actual riding part. As Shumi once wrote, "Value for money goes away the moment you ride the bike out of the showroom".

[@keithert]

In the US the Interceptor costs 6/10 the price of the Street Twin. if I could get an Interceptor for 1/3 the price of the Street Twin like you say in the video I would definitely take the interceptor..

[@lazyres2]

You forgot to mention that the street twin only gets a 5 speed gearbox

[@CuriousGuy-H2T]

Really ?

[@lazyres2]

@@CuriousGuy-H2T yeah, go check out the specs of the street twin online.

[@sachinmachanmotorvlog4851]

Yes your right but not this new one..... But no matter what interceptor gets god like smooth gear.. Than anything exist in this world u know

[@nitinshet7717]

Nope re has a six speed

[@fawazpachu]

@@nitinshet7717 by street twin he meant triumph

[@manojrao9153]

Re

[@ronaldmiller6520]

i would like to buy a royal enfield but there only sold in California USA and i live in Arizona USA and dont have a way over there to get it. RON

[@kotimoto]

I grew up reading your dad's articles in Overdrive. Great video by the way. If I had the money, it would be triumph, else it will be RE

[@pradiptakumar6885]

Great comparison. RE is true value for money.

[@fredtracy1673]

I'd take a Kawasaki W800, a true British bike (with 360° firing interval) from Japan! 🇯🇵 2nd choice would be the RE, 650cc & wire wheels 😍 Origato from Canada 🇨🇦

[@matiasz9436]

THe w800 is really beautiful and a great bike, but you need to pay double!! of course if the pocket is not a problem go for it, but if it is then RE 650 is a great deal, probably the more equilibrated cost-quality in market (neoclassics)

[@fredtracy1673]

@@matiasz9436 as far as RE is concerned, I would love a Bullet Trials Works Replica 500!!

[@1pasupaty]

All across thenworld.middle.income.people.are.shifting to motor cycles.so uou.feel better with re than Triumph.we can find many res than triumphs in future though both Will have a market

[@pangrula]

I just bought interceptor here in Vancouver BC excellence bike just love it. Just made a trip to Seattle on the highway it runs like a MAKHAN

[@robw7676]

The Enfield is only 30% cheaper in foreign markets, then it's a harder choice. The Triumph is obviously better, but at Indian prices, the Enfield is a such a bargain.

[@harishwar8107]

Don't compare mahendra singh dhoni ( triumph ) with Mohammed shazad ( RE ) ....hahahahahha

[@easternprestige]

I will wait till RE launches a fully blacked out version! Interceptor X maybe😜

[@Redemption-r]

That's going to be sold out before launch

[@dondefact3541]

I hate blacked out bikes.

[@dheerajdmoto]

you can do it yourself

[@nonbeliever6831]

@@dheerajdmoto it will look cheap and shitty

[@Dreathjoe]

i dont think i will happen... coz RE are taking the classic approach

[@hawkeye4359]

This is probably among my favorite comparison review. Usually Zigwheels don't produce this type of review.

[@jayakrishna5693]

The coffee order scene shows the simplicity of the Royal Enfield and the complexity of the triumph

[@vivekstreme1994]

Instead of going for street twin, I would happily go for the z900. I know it's different category but it's way better.

[@kushagrakapoor7890]

guys, why do you have to make videos that are a story or something in themselves, they seem like cheap ripoff movie since you guys are not actors. please stick to the basics.

[@manavram7154]

Heart says Bonnie Head Says RE... But if I had the money it's Bonnie for sure..😎

[@Sergio_Math]

Very good review! Here in South America, the Interceptor makes SO much sense. I've been enjoying my Interceptor for six months now, and couldn't be happier. I'll buy a Thruxton later on, but will keep the Interceptor.

[@MrTurner86]

Thanks for the vid guys I used to own a classic RE 500 for 6 years i loved that bike. Now i own a ST. In terms of maintenance: there is a myth that premium bikes need a lot of maintenance. In fact the only maintenance i need to do is a oil change on the ST every 16,000 km. The ST is a hassle free bike and there is lot that has not been mentioned in this vid. Traction control , ABS ride by wire etc. All this makes the ST a dream. The bike is extremely nimble and its a breeze to ride in the city. On the highways: I touched 180 with easy on the way to Gujarat and i still felt there was a little more to offer. My opinion would be to invest more in your safety and go in for a ST. The build quality is amazing. Well that my thoughts on it. Safe riding to all.

[@uakshy1998]

Normies wouldn't even be able to tell these two apart, and that's one of the saddest things if you've spent over 7 lakhs on a bike

[@Bithalrai]

That guy speaking on behalf of the Twin is a douche!

[@thezeroconditional2287]

What a great, balanced and thorough review of two beautiful bikes! You guys are really charming and easy to listen to and have really good genuine banter. This video also makes me miss India, and particularly riding in India sooo much. I have great memories of riding a 50 year old Royal Enfield with the original iron cylinder 10 years ago around Rajasthan and also all the way down to Cochin! Although we put the bike on the train from Mumbai to Goa. Some very challenging times, but also good memories! I love the mechanical simplicity, classic looks, and democratic price point of the RE, although being on the shorter side, if I had the money, the compact size and also beefy modern re-imagining of British classic would probably pip the post for me. Thanks again and Jai Hind!

[@vinodmangalore8405]

FYI, street twin 2019 costs on road 9.71 lakhs in Karnataka. Road tax 1.7 lakhs.

[@TheWAP5]

I got RE650 last month. Amazing bike. Handles and brakes like a charm. Refinement is top notch. You guys are forgetting that Triumph accessories cost a bomb. I have added accessories worth 50k to my taste and comfort, high levels of customization options are available at very reasonable prices. The bike is a keeper and feels like it is built to last.

[@studyzone7514]

With Interceptor 650 with all the maintenance and parts replacements inclusive, if any for next 10 years, with no much difference in performance, comfort and reliability, I would still spend lesser than the cost of ownership of Triumph street twins. After all I don’t know if we would be running on these IC engines 10 years from now.

[@sudhansuranjanmohapatra6429]

Our desi RE will triumph over street twin owing to its value for money considerations

[@VETTE_Drummer151]

You guys are awesome. Great review. I'm a triumph guy at heart but RE has definitely been stepping up their game to build more quality bikes. Both are great looking bikes in my opinion and are great retro rides for any budget

[@walkingman9171]

I'll take the RE, and RE gets that motorcycles should have analog dual clocks. They ALL should.

[@moseslalbiakzualahnamte4423]

"And it works just as well" sums it all.

[@allinformation2221]

Interceptor 650

[@aloksuraj]

RE Indian acquired Brit is much value for money

[@maanvindermangat1812]

It’s not even a competition. It’s like comparing the Skoda kodiak to the BMW x3 cause both run a 2lt diesel making almost identical power. The Interceptor with its 1/3 cost just makes a damm good case here and is a winner ...hands down. 👍🏻

[@akhilbhalgat2339]

So you are saying Kodiak is better than bmw?

[@gustavmeyrink_2.0]

@@akhilbhalgat2339 being a Skoda it will be better built than the equivalent Audi using the same parts.

[@karanreddyquake]

I'm getting my street Scrambler in another 10 days.. :) So NO no Interceptor. But I have to agree to the fact that RE is worth every penny that we pay. However, premium and high quality with proper tech like, slipper clutch, Brembo braking, cartridge fork set, modes of riding (Rain & road (Off road on scrambler)), increased power-65 BHP, 80 NM of Torque and built quality Triumph is any rider dream. Good review guys, you nailed it.

[@vaibhavdabwalv1]

Just saying but interceptor has a slipper clutch as well. Fi and abs and makes most power in that price range

[@UncleBogator]

Excellent review and funny skits. I’m sellingy big Harley and looking at both of these bikes. Hard to not look at royal enfield for the price

[@amanpradhan4492]

i can buy RE its value for money and almost same power n torque with 900 cc noo yrrr.......n for indian RE is best no truimph can take place in heart of an indian

[@yash5066]

Royal Enfield intercepter for bike cost matter .

[@nuclearnyanboi]

Serviceability is important to me. So, I'd pick the Interceptor

[@avishekdhar5181]

If I HV money I will go for Bonne for sure .. though interceptor make sense for Indian market .. I HV ridden interceptor and that's a fantastic bike from RE

[@thomascharnock]

Almost part-exchanged my Bonneville for an Interceptor a few weeks ago. But...I couldn't part with the Triumph. Good video, thanks!

[@wahengbamsolinsingh4195]

If u HAVE that amount to buy a triumph then buy it. If u don't have that amount buy RE. Its simple

[@suraj22ish]

Search for a boney on olx , problem solved.

[@kuldeepparihar8687]

Interceptor 650 anytime. Street twin is acceptable only at maximum 5.00 lakh price.

[@TheTwinPost]

I would still be Happy with a price tag of somewhere around 6-6.5 lakhs on road.... 9 lakhs is just absurdly high.

[@karthickess]

import duty and taxes ;(

[@2ayonsarkar]

RE650 vs Triumph Bonneville. 650 gets a thumbs up from me. Cost cutting is defined as simplicity. And old vintage bikes are meant to be simple. I would rather get a street triple then a Bonneville.

[@asl3151]

Cost cutting... People are Happy with that...

[@bushy1962]

Only just watched the video lad's but loved it, so entertaining, I live in England and have just brought a 2020 street twin because the price difference between the two isn't that much over here but if I lived in India i think it would be the Royal Enfield every time, nice one guy's 😊👍👌

[@varunvenkat2184]

That's a awesome review. We have to totally agree on one thing. When you spend almost 3L on your motercycle it should at least have some basic features like.... > tubeless tyres >radial tyres >liquid cooled engine >Better suspension >Stepped seat Especially when you are on a long ride, do you have space for the saddle, will it not hit the cylinders. What if you have a pillion rider? Well for city rides, the interceptor is comfortable. There is less heat generated than the himalayan or the street twin. And at least you could find a puncture shop somewhere around the corner if you have a really bad day. Well with the street twin, ya I agree it's way far better than the interceptor, it's got the style, better suspension. The vehicle is a bit heavier than the Re. Short in length in a few mm. Steel cradle chassis etc. Think it's overpriced for Indian roads. It's really difficult to move a 900cc in the Indian traffics, especially when you are at Bangalore, Chennai, or Ahmedabad.

[@akashsonetha1]

RE Interceptor as you have to ride in India and maintain it in India as well. People here might just spoil the Triumph when you park it on roads.

[@fazerhomer]

yeah ! great and interesting review ! I go by Triumph Street Twin but I also like the Royal Enfield !!! Greets from Germany !!

[@CarBoy108]

I have already made my choice. I went for the interceptor 650 Baker Express and it is a Stunner. And NO, the street twin is not three times the bike compared to the interceptor period. I was waiting for this comparison for so long thank you Zigwheels👍

[@souravsolanki3170]

The coolest review till date ❣️ Just love it !

[@cinefan555]

I was intending to buy triumph but after. Interceptor launched i bought it

[@philipmannino6689]

Buy a Honda and never look back

[@deanhoare8789]

great review , i have the triumph but if i was lucky enough to live in india i would prefer the RE

[@mcr0741]

When you're buying a Mercedes, you don't think of buying 10 Honda Civics instead. Premium comes at a price.

[@shantanuselokar6357]

a sensible person actually would think about it.

[@mcr0741]

@@shantanuselokar6357 a sensible person is someone who needs to ration his income based on his needs. But riches don't do that bruh... XD they just go out and buy whatever fancies them.

[@himadri17]

@@shantanuselokar6357 a sensible person would then buy a maruti alto. Only one car for the whole nation, all Altos, as the entire nation is sensible.

[@mcr0741]

@Tarun Kumar wao, and your argument to support that is.....?

[@Indian-dr1xf]

The point is there no Mercedes Honda difference here. Just Corolla civic difference.

[@vyshakreghukumar995]

I'll patiently wait for the Triumph-Bajaj JV bikes. That will bring Triumph quality and RE/Dominar pricing together.

[@shubhamlasure5441]

@Pichkalu Pappita as a bajaj owner since last 4 yesr. I must say bajaj has really awesome quality products.

[@shubhamlasure5441]

@Pichkalu Pappita indeed I,saw the interview. He sound very confident.

[@syedarshad5880]

I bought a Interceptor....be Indian buy Indian

[@bpdgr8]

its never about money...its about legacy, loyalty and RE is RE is legendary. period

[@akhilbhalgat2339]

You are kidding right? Triumph is not a classic motorcycle? 😒😒

[@bpdgr8]

@@akhilbhalgat2339hell do i care, if its a classic, piaggio is a classic hell even suzuki is around since 1909, Harleys the quintessential classics or maybe you didn't read my comment properly. :)

[@akhilbhalgat2339]

@@bpdgr8 Then why is RE legendary and Triumph not?

[@bpdgr8]

@@akhilbhalgat2339 for all purposes it is Legendary , Rocket III...what i said and i quote" .its about legacy, loyalty and RE is....", An amalgamation of these is what makes RE...what it is...Go through a bit of history, What RE was/is, what Triumph was/is. Basically avocados are crazy awesome but...it isnt called the king of fruits ..is it?

[@akhilbhalgat2339]

@@bpdgr8 Ik RE is one of the oldest bike manufacturers but you can't deny the fact that Triumph makes better bikes. And I also agree RE for the price point is probably way ahead of competition but simply put Triumph makes better bikes. I also agree Triumphs are very expensive but so are mangoes.