I test rode one on Saturday and made a video about it. I liked it so much I bought it. Just picked it up tonight. Smmooooth and sweet. What a great bike.
That's what a motorcycle is supposed to be. Just the machine and the rider. No fancy electronics. No fancy aerodynamics or wind screen. No super powered engine. Just a good ol byke and the elements. I had a 1960's honda CB360 in the 70's. Best ride of my life. This bike is her replacement.
People who say this are pure recreational drivers. Daily drivers realise the value of fairings pretty quick… I wanna see ‘just you and the bike’ after 200km of highway - in the rain and cold.
Great review as usual , absolutely beautiful machine, has a 3 year unlimited warranty too , that shows the confidence that Royal Enfield have in this bike . Id definitely have one . Be lucky mate
No need to check your grey matter, Monsieur Fish, that is one pretty sweet and delicious motorbike. Like fish n chips, old school, but without the old grease. Absolutely love it. And the price is great as well.
Back in India, both interceptor 650 and the continental gt 650(Cafe racer) are selling like hot cakes. The waiting period is somewhere between 3 to 4 months. And since India is its home market it is priced around £3200, which is an absolute steal. I am getting mine delivered next week.
@@Mrfish2015 i think it (RE) will allow people with less financial resources access to old school naked motorbike.... I do not think that anyone with the werewithal to buy a street twin, a T100, or a T120 will give it a second glance
@@davidgoldwater2533 I have enough cash in my account right now to buy a T100 but I'm giving serious thought to buying this Interceptor. I've had a short try on one in a group and it has encouraged me to try it again, on my own this time. It feels more genuinely classic than the Triumph, is 3000€ cheaper and I think it looks better.
@@davidgoldwater2533 I'm choosing between this and a t100 at present and believe me it's not that simple, I can comfortably afford either but the only reason I'm still debating is that there's no long term reliability reports available on the Enfield.
Great review Mr. Fish. You pretty much covered everything. And now here's some sacrilege. I recently traded in my 2012 Bonneville T100 for one of these (chromed tank version, 'Glitter and Dust' I believe) and I freakin' love it!!! Great about town and country roads bike. Not perfect, but perfect at the price!!!
Hi Pablo. I love bonnies, and also I believe this bike is great. Do you miss the T100? what did you gain? what did you loose? Thanks and enjoy that beautiful machine.
Good review Mr F, the price of this machine may make us less inclined to baby it more than stuff double the price. When you pull up at a motorcycle dealer with this and ask them to show the cheapest machine they have, only to hear the words "you are already riding it sir! Reminds me of the old saying that "perfection is when there is nothing more to remove", rather than "perfection is when there nothing more to add" (complexity). Let's hope RE do well with it, the market for this in India must be massive!
Sales numbers might sound a lot in India but this is not even in top 30 most selling bikes. Reason is people over here buy bikes as a main means of commute. Most of the people buy bikes between 100 to 150 cc engine which is priced from less than 1000 USD. Talking about RE, they sell a lot of classic 350 for around 2500 USD. 650s are bigger for most of Indians also 4000 USD is out of budget
Top video and first impressions review MrFish. My mate put a deposit down on one last October/November time. He finally got to test ride one on Tuesday just gone and he absolutely loved it! Pretty much said the same things as you and he cannot wait to get his handed over to him now!
I remember it like that too. People who weren't in the market for a sports car suddenly wanted this one. I asked a Miata owner if the car was rear wheel drive. He said yes. I decided then and there that I would get one. The same thing happened for me with the RE Interceptor 650. I had vaguely thought it would be nice to have an older British bike again. But the shift is the wrong way around (unsafe reactions) and my knee doc would prefer I stop kicking motorcycles. Then the reviews were so positive I couldn't resist.
I've watched the professional reviews by the press media hacks, and to be honest, your reviews are far more relevant, and in depth than theirs, especially for real world riders. I'm sick to death of loud blasting music drowning out the commentary. Great review Mr Fish.
Great review, ive ordered one after a recent test ride, this bike gave me the biggest grin of any motorcycle ive owned at road legallish speeds. Has a third of the Hp my other bikes have but i never felt wanting for more power during test ride.
I have booked mine on 1st may 2021. But I have already bought accessories for it 6 month ago. New handle led headlight turn lights slum gaurd stop lights and many more.
CHEER'S ! I survived the 60's and always loved the look and sound of the British bikes. I rode a little suzuki smoker. LOL Later in the late 70's I worked with some guys who had bikes. I wasn't man enough to kick start my friends Norton 750 Commando but I never stopped liking the sound. I rode bikes all my life and finally gave them up a few years ago. Your review on this bike along with others has gotten the juices flowing again.... I might just do something stupid... It's affordable and I live at the base of the Rocky Mountains. I can see myself going for a nice cool ride after mowing my lawn. It won't take up that much space in the garage. Did I mention that sound. Maybe I should order some S&S can's now! hehehe The demo's aren't even due here in Denver for a couple month's. I've owned two Harleys and done the Sturgis thing. They are over priced and to problematic but have the sound I like. I like the idea of a cheap retro that has the right look, feel and sound. My friends will call it a girly bike but I'm at the age where I don't care and I prefer to ride alone at my own pace. Nice to stop and chat at the Mountain town coffee shops. I watched this vid before I went to bed last night. My face began to hurt and then I realized I had this big stupid smile on my face daydreaming about carving the canyons again. Retirement is good. Don't have to ride with the weekend crowd. LOL Thanks for sharing the review. I am looking forward to seeing what you end up with and what you change. Your ridding a Royal Enfield in the Homeland Mister. Get one and enjoy it. If you tire of it I'm sure you won't have trouble selling it.
Love your review. And thank you for giving us your height weight. We’re a similar and I wondered how this would handle larger riders. Looks like it’s a champ!
Great video you are not only hilarious you're also very informative. I've watched many reviews on this bike, and yours by far is the funniest but I did learn something so thank you. I want one of these bikes so bad but Canada has the limited dealers and different pricing trying to find the right one at the right price it's hard.
I don't mind the rear mudguard/lights as you say it represents the bygone era. However if you open the seat you can unscrew the rear mudguard and it's very easy to add a standard tail tidy. It's a bike designed to be personalised without too much costs. The mudguards can be shortened by undoing a couple of screws. I understand there is a scrambler version for next year.
Just found your channel, great review! Really tempted by this bike but as I'm tall like yourself I think I'll hold out for the inevitable scrambler variant.
Or, check in your country first with the mechanic. I am sorry. Maybe after market parts are an issue in your region. In India everyone can modify a royal enfield easily.
Very good review and well presented, best I've seen so far, you're a natural. "Bulbness of it" I love it. Seems all dealers have the orange as their demo and it was the last colour that RE made before they stopped manufacturing in the UK all those years ago. The options list is endless apparently so great to buy after you've bought the bike itself. At £5500 otr can't be bad. Nerdy bit, what camera & mic are you using?
Well l rode a demo yesterday and was impressed. The handling is great and rear shocks coped well despite some reviews. Exhaust note is great much better in real life. Can't fault it to be honest. 3 year warranty too. I agree regarding footpegs only niggle is they could be seated further back but a small point.
I already have Continental GT 535, and i love Her. All the feelings she can gave ! But THIS bike has everything that my GT lacks, THIS is my future bike ! Thank YOU for this Review :o)
I totally feel ya on the bike being happy thing. When I got offroad on my KTM I swear the throttle feels a little crisper, the exhaust sounds a little growlier, and the suspension is a little more bouncy than when I'm just plowing an asphalt slab.
Great Review. Thanks. I miss my 1962 Triumph 650 Tiger. I put 800cc jugs on it with a Mikuni flat slide carb. It was FAST. I wound up changing the front and rear wheels from a Honda CB 750 because I needed disc brakes. It was a Great "scooter." Oh yeah, I changed all of the fasteners from Whitworth to metric.
I really enjoyed the true review, honestly you cleared many doubts and thanks for your open comments. Iam about to buy this awesome bike . I have already booked one and will be taking the delivery in November. Happily subscribed..
Really enjoying the new Royal Enfield bikes! Nice to see your opinion on this one. I’d have it, but we don’t get Royal Enfield bikes round my way. Think you’ll try the Himalayan?
I've ridden both the Continental GT 650 and the Interceptor 650, and I loved them.... While I'd definitely go for the café racer, I loved the upright and relaxed position the Interceptor had.... As it's A2 friendly, lightweight and has a great gearbox, it's perfect for learners. Definitely needs the aftermarket S&S cans though.
This is cool, but as a daily rider I'll pick the classic or bullet anytime: Air cooled, single cylinder and many spares makes it much easier and cheaper to maintain and keep while offering enough power and more torque. Also, it is easy to swap the FI for a carb and have less vital electonics who could die randomly.
Excellent review! Knowing your love of the CB500X...and as a fella with similar size and stature, which would you park in your garage? You recently did a review of the 2019 CBX...which was also well done. Stay safe!
Dear Mr Fish: I am not a bike rider..I am 33+ years(My Mom would not let me).But honestly this is the sweetest,nicest,easy,honest review of a bike I have ever seen. I watched this video couple of times and can tell you are a man with a good heart from England and this bike is really nice one. I have thought of buying a bike someday and this video has given me a signal. Thank you and best regards.
The engine smoothly lumps along? BTW, I grew up with motorcycles looking like that. And yeah, they're still my favorite sort. ( I still remember when a 750cc was as large an engine as you could get. ) ( Yeah, I'm old. Dammit. )
Great review. Liking the bike. (Currently have Triumph Adventurer 900) Will be looking at one of these I think. Only downsides for me are the gopping front wheel hub and the foot peg hangers. Otherwise a decent looking and sounding thing.
Nice to hear you Mr Fish, about Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, Try your hands on Continental GT 650 too, which have been launched in India 2 months back. Hated RE bikes, but this 2-cylinder i650 & it's sibling Continental GT 650, are fresh additions, errr revolutionary by RE standards actually and made me gain plenty of interest, much like you. *Smooth & Lumpy* 😂 hehe
@@captainaverage721 I believe both bikes are superior to this one, especially the bonnie 865 (and they are on the price side as well of course!!!). Anyway I love the interceptor, and for almost half the price (and when pocket matters) is the perfect choice for me considering I would be getting anyway -let's say- 80% of the experience I would get riding the other two. Just my thoughts. Regards!
@ Mr.fish, As you enthusiaticly mentioned in this video of personalizing the bike by changing the mirrors and tail lights. RE has a 40 accessory catalogue which include bar end mirrors, better touring seats, compact LED tail lights, fork gaiters and lots more. They also have that S&S pipe that sounds great over the stock. Curious to know is this available in England as well??
This is what the Japanese brands need to make. A move away from all the plastic and tech. A simple, affordable bike with a timeless look. I just don't know how I feel about Royal Enfield reliability..
Yeah, that has been an issue with the royal enfields. They are not retro, they are old unreliable shit that us Indians have fallen in love with. But, the ownership reviews have started coming out here and apparently they seem quite solid.
@@daakuredpanda5782 old unreliable? Its the most reliable bike in any condition.....people have been riding 40 years old enfield also without any complaint
One big goodie with this bike is no canbus! Yes, really easy to customize! Take a look at TEC, they make some goodies for this one. Good review mr Fish. I subbed!
Hi Mr Fish Just found your channel Picked up my continental gt in blue with all the bar end end mirrors single seat Amazing bike to ride and looks good in this trim sweet gearbox and handling What value watch out triumph
Forget California? Well then from a British subject here in California I'm here to say I've been riding this bike a year and almost 9K miles. From the Anza Borego desert to 10,236 ft it runs impeccably well.
@@garyives1218 nearly 29,000 miles now. 2 light bulbs and a battery replaced. Still starts and runs absolutely perfectly every time I push the button. Yes I'm thinking it's a marvelous 1960's time machine without any of the problems from that time
Great video! When you get icicles on your ears it’s time to pull over. I can appreciate the cold I was riding in it not that long ago as well Just rode that bike and it was fun handles nicely handlebars felt narrow n tall, but ergonomics were fine Cheers mate USA
Greetings from Australia. I haven't been here before but I will be back again. I've been watching a number of videos on this bike and I would love to have one. However, it's been way too long since I used to ride around Surrey. And at age 71 I'm not sure I would feel comfortable on today's busy roads. Pity.
I'm with you on this, those considering a Triumph T120 should take an Interceptor out for a test ride first. p.s. ofc, I meant T100 & not T120... OOPS!!!
I don't think so somehow, Triumph ain't chasing the budget market. Your average Triumph retro buyer is looking for major experience & kudos. This bike is about as exciting as a wet blanket. Honestly, when you look at it do you really say "I have to have that bike"! (and I like retro) No doubt it will sell but Im not sure they will shift a shed load in the UK?
@@sgtgrash5280 - forget the money for a bit, you think this 650cc is going to compete on wow factor compared to a 1200cc? These two bikes are addressing totally different markets.
The Honda CB1100 has 18" wheels all around; guess it did not make that much of an impression. :^) I like the proper round gauges up front - she is a good looking bike for sure. But then I'm a sucker for a "proper" looking standard bike. Nice job always: Thank you!
Thanks for taking me along for the ride. I was not as cold as you were.........................😏 I need to research what classic bike from the 70s or 80s would be most like this. Remember, somehow we survived without fuel injection and ABS. Cheers. Fun review.
Nice review fella, But if it's your money, this or a used Triumph street Twin or Bonnie? Let's hope they don't depreciate as fast as the previous Enfield , and your right , when I saw it at the NEC my palms were itching, Get to tools out and de clutter !
I test rode one on Saturday and made a video about it. I liked it so much I bought it. Just picked it up tonight. Smmooooth and sweet. What a great bike.
That's what a motorcycle is supposed to be. Just the machine and the rider. No fancy electronics. No fancy aerodynamics or wind screen. No super powered engine. Just a good ol byke and the elements. I had a 1960's honda CB360 in the 70's. Best ride of my life. This bike is her replacement.
People who say this are pure recreational drivers. Daily drivers realise the value of fairings pretty quick… I wanna see ‘just you and the bike’ after 200km of highway - in the rain and cold.
@@Lecruque you buy what does it for u. Not all long distance guys
@@volt8684 sure. Just don’t like guys who ride 1000km per year when sun shines enough telling me what ALL motorcycles should be like.
I had a Triumph 500cc speed twin in the late 1960's and I loved it. I am seriously considering buying one of these.
I was involved in the logo design work for this bike :)
It's come out looking splendid! Great job.
Love the logo!
tank logos are virtually identical to the ones used 1956-1971
@@deanhoare8789 So he was paid all that money for just copying it :) :)
Good job mate 👍
I do like a classic styled bike, the Royal Enfields have a feeling of authenticity about them too.
Hippo-Drones you could make this one look the dogs mate
Built like a gun.
Great review as usual , absolutely beautiful machine, has a 3 year unlimited warranty too , that shows the confidence that Royal Enfield have in this bike . Id definitely have one . Be lucky mate
No need to check your grey matter, Monsieur Fish, that is one pretty sweet and delicious motorbike. Like fish n chips, old school, but without the old grease. Absolutely love it. And the price is great as well.
Back in India, both interceptor 650 and the continental gt 650(Cafe racer) are selling like hot cakes. The waiting period is somewhere between 3 to 4 months. And since India is its home market it is priced around £3200, which is an absolute steal. I am getting mine delivered next week.
Uthkarsh Naik I’m not surprised it’s selling so well
Do You Like lt my Friend?
This will put a fair old dent dent in the Triumph street etc sales, price a big factor. Good effort Royal Enfield.
Joseph Torres I’m sure it will
@@Mrfish2015 i think it (RE) will allow people with less financial resources access to old school naked motorbike.... I do not think that anyone with the werewithal to buy a street twin, a T100, or a T120 will give it a second glance
@@davidgoldwater2533 I have enough cash in my account right now to buy a T100 but I'm giving serious thought to buying this Interceptor. I've had a short try on one in a group and it has encouraged me to try it again, on my own this time. It feels more genuinely classic than the Triumph, is 3000€ cheaper and I think it looks better.
even more so for us here in india. since its manufactured in india. Street twin costs almost 4 times as the interceptor
@@davidgoldwater2533 I'm choosing between this and a t100 at present and believe me it's not that simple, I can comfortably afford either but the only reason I'm still debating is that there's no long term reliability reports available on the Enfield.
Great bike RE. Dont listen to all the people who bought an overpriced Triumph and try to knock it.
Haha…What did you start out with…a Honda 50????bwhahaha
Great review Mr. Fish. You pretty much covered everything. And now here's some sacrilege. I recently traded in my 2012 Bonneville T100 for one of these (chromed tank version, 'Glitter and Dust' I believe) and I freakin' love it!!! Great about town and country roads bike. Not perfect, but perfect at the price!!!
Hi Pablo. I love bonnies, and also I believe this bike is great. Do you miss the T100? what did you gain? what did you loose? Thanks and enjoy that beautiful machine.
Good review Mr F, the price of this machine may make us less inclined to baby it more than stuff double the price. When you pull up at a motorcycle dealer with this and ask them to show the cheapest machine they have, only to hear the words "you are already riding it sir! Reminds me of the old saying that "perfection is when there is nothing more to remove", rather than "perfection is when there nothing more to add" (complexity). Let's hope RE do well with it, the market for this in India must be massive!
More than u can imagine bookings have already crossed 9k
Ya here in india already 6 month waiting period for this bike
20000 of these were sold in India in 2019 and another 19000 shipped to all over the world.
Sales numbers might sound a lot in India but this is not even in top 30 most selling bikes. Reason is people over here buy bikes as a main means of commute. Most of the people buy bikes between 100 to 150 cc engine which is priced from less than 1000 USD. Talking about RE, they sell a lot of classic 350 for around 2500 USD. 650s are bigger for most of Indians also 4000 USD is out of budget
This style of bike is what scramblers were made from back in the day. So, you're instincts to "chop" the bike are natural to my kind of thinking.
Mr. Fish on the cutting edge again! I've been wanting to see this bike.Thank You for posting!
Bill Cotton thanks for watching
Bill Cotton thanks for watching
Great review MR Fish. Ive not heard a negative review of the new 650 RE's, what a bike for 5500 quid!
Hartley383 I always judge a bike for what it’s supposed to be
I think this will be my forever bike. I hope they come to Canada.
P-stylez hey dude from2019 did you get it? And how’s the ride
Top video and first impressions review MrFish. My mate put a deposit down on one last October/November time. He finally got to test ride one on Tuesday just gone and he absolutely loved it! Pretty much said the same things as you and he cannot wait to get his handed over to him now!
MotoVenture _ he’s going to enjoy it
Reminds me of what the Mazda Miata did for the sports car retro move, back to basics.
Thinking the same
I remember it like that too. People who weren't in the market for a sports car suddenly wanted this one. I asked a Miata owner if the car was rear wheel drive. He said yes. I decided then and there that I would get one.
The same thing happened for me with the RE Interceptor 650. I had vaguely thought it would be nice to have an older British bike again. But the shift is the wrong way around (unsafe reactions) and my knee doc would prefer I stop kicking motorcycles. Then the reviews were so positive I couldn't resist.
I've watched the professional reviews by the press media hacks, and to be honest, your reviews are far more relevant, and in depth than theirs, especially for real world riders. I'm sick to death of loud blasting music drowning out the commentary. Great review Mr Fish.
Great review, ive ordered one after a recent test ride, this bike gave me the biggest grin of any motorcycle ive owned at road legallish speeds. Has a third of the Hp my other bikes have but i never felt wanting for more power during test ride.
I have booked mine on 1st may 2021. But I have already bought accessories for it 6 month ago. New handle led headlight turn lights slum gaurd stop lights and many more.
Nice , you’ll definitely enjoy it
Loved that Review .
What a Nice Standard modern Retro
I've ordered one
Glitter and Dust
Well done Royal Enfield!! The first new bike I've seen in a long time that makes me want one.
CHEER'S ! I survived the 60's and always loved the look and sound of the British bikes. I rode a little suzuki smoker. LOL Later in the late 70's I worked with some guys who had bikes. I wasn't man enough to kick start my friends Norton 750 Commando but I never stopped liking the sound. I rode bikes all my life and finally gave them up a few years ago. Your review on this bike along with others has gotten the juices flowing again.... I might just do something stupid...
It's affordable and I live at the base of the Rocky Mountains. I can see myself going for a nice cool ride after mowing my lawn. It won't take up that much space in the garage. Did I mention that sound. Maybe I should order some S&S can's now! hehehe The demo's aren't even due here in Denver for a couple month's.
I've owned two Harleys and done the Sturgis thing. They are over priced and to problematic but have the sound I like.
I like the idea of a cheap retro that has the right look, feel and sound. My friends will call it a girly bike but I'm at the age where I don't care and I prefer to ride alone at my own pace. Nice to stop and chat at the Mountain town coffee shops. I watched this vid before I went to bed last night. My face began to hurt and then I realized I had this big stupid smile on my face daydreaming about carving the canyons again. Retirement is good. Don't have to ride with the weekend crowd. LOL Thanks for sharing the review. I am looking forward to seeing what you end up with and what you change. Your ridding a Royal Enfield in the Homeland Mister. Get one and enjoy it. If you tire of it I'm sure you won't have trouble selling it.
Love your review. And thank you for giving us your height weight. We’re a similar and I wondered how this would handle larger riders. Looks like it’s a champ!
Nice bike, almost bought one but would prefer an Int scrambler.. Triumph scrambler? $$ lol.
He did say he felt too big for it at 6-2 238 lbs.
It’s like my porridge this morning, smooth and lumpy 😂😂😂
Great video you are not only hilarious you're also very informative. I've watched many reviews on this bike, and yours by far is the funniest but I did learn something so thank you. I want one of these bikes so bad but Canada has the limited dealers and different pricing trying to find the right one at the right price it's hard.
Thanks for watching , hopefully you will find one
Interesting review, your enthusiasm for the bike has definitely made me want to have a go on one, then who knows :-)
I'm becoming a fish fan, nice vid👍 subbed
Sierra Nevada thanks .. great choice 😂
I was honestly checking the enfields out at the IMS show in Cleveland. Really glad to see this review. 👍
Doesn't have snow tyres
I need this engine / transmission combo in a Himalayan
RE gonna release himalayan 650 soon
everyone wants that but i hear its not going to happen soon.
Its coming very soon infact.
Ya scrambler next ! A capable one like the Desert Sled or Triumph XE but RE price.
The 650 engine is too big for the Himalayan... RE is coming out with an upgraded engine soon for the Himalayan
I don't mind the rear mudguard/lights as you say it represents the bygone era. However if you open the seat you can unscrew the rear mudguard and it's very easy to add a standard tail tidy. It's a bike designed to be personalised without too much costs. The mudguards can be shortened by undoing a couple of screws. I understand there is a scrambler version for next year.
Just found your channel, great review! Really tempted by this bike but as I'm tall like yourself I think I'll hold out for the inevitable scrambler variant.
No need. Buy it, take it to the nearest mechanic. He'll chop it up in a day. Or, better do it yourself. Royal enfields are really basic bikes.
Or, check in your country first with the mechanic. I am sorry. Maybe after market parts are an issue in your region. In India everyone can modify a royal enfield easily.
"it makes me nostalgic.. I was not around there in 60s. But I'm still feel nostalgic" 😂😂🤣🤣
Good looking bike a better buy than any Chinese on the market
yup we Indians do things better
This bike is just not any bike, it comes from a pedigree
@@snowblazed3442 what pedigree ????!!!!
China is not exactly on the automobile market they are on electronics.
@@SouravAcharya9444 1901
Very good review and well presented, best I've seen so far, you're a natural. "Bulbness of it" I love it. Seems all dealers have the orange as their demo and it was the last colour that RE made before they stopped manufacturing in the UK all those years ago. The options list is endless apparently so great to buy after you've bought the bike itself. At £5500 otr can't be bad. Nerdy bit, what camera & mic are you using?
Thanks , go pro hero 4 black and a sony lapel mic
I love this bike! The riding is just unbelievably great!
"I feel like the bike´s happy"
made my day xD
Well l rode a demo yesterday and was impressed. The handling is great and rear shocks coped well despite some reviews. Exhaust note is great much better in real life. Can't fault it to be honest. 3 year warranty too. I agree regarding footpegs only niggle is they could be seated further back but a small point.
I already have Continental GT 535, and i love Her. All the feelings she can gave ! But THIS bike has everything that my GT lacks, THIS is my future bike ! Thank YOU for this Review :o)
What a great review, love your style and enthusiasm.
I totally feel ya on the bike being happy thing. When I got offroad on my KTM I swear the throttle feels a little crisper, the exhaust sounds a little growlier, and the suspension is a little more bouncy than when I'm just plowing an asphalt slab.
AdamNDJ you’re always happy anyway (especially when drunk 😂)
Outstanding review, felt like I was riding the bike. Ride safe best regards from San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Great Review. Thanks. I miss my 1962 Triumph 650 Tiger. I put 800cc jugs on it with a Mikuni flat slide carb. It was FAST. I wound up changing the front and rear wheels from a Honda CB 750 because I needed disc brakes. It was a Great "scooter." Oh yeah, I changed all of the fasteners from Whitworth to metric.
I really enjoyed the true review, honestly you cleared many doubts and thanks for your open comments. Iam about to buy this awesome bike . I have already booked one and will be taking the delivery in November. Happily subscribed..
Really enjoying the new Royal Enfield bikes! Nice to see your opinion on this one. I’d have it, but we don’t get Royal Enfield bikes round my way. Think you’ll try the Himalayan?
BoobyMagrew hopefully
I've ridden both the Continental GT 650 and the Interceptor 650, and I loved them.... While I'd definitely go for the café racer, I loved the upright and relaxed position the Interceptor had.... As it's A2 friendly, lightweight and has a great gearbox, it's perfect for learners. Definitely needs the aftermarket S&S cans though.
This is cool, but as a daily rider I'll pick the classic or bullet anytime: Air cooled, single cylinder and many spares makes it much easier and cheaper to maintain and keep while offering enough power and more torque. Also, it is easy to swap the FI for a carb and have less vital electonics who could die randomly.
Excellent review! Knowing your love of the CB500X...and as a fella with similar size and stature, which would you park in your garage? You recently did a review of the 2019 CBX...which was also well done. Stay safe!
Box Hill, that brings back some memories.
Proper retro, this is how they all should be!
Dear Mr Fish: I am not a bike rider..I am 33+ years(My Mom would not let me).But honestly this is the sweetest,nicest,easy,honest review of a bike I have ever seen. I watched this video couple of times and can tell you are a man with a good heart from England and this bike is really nice one. I have thought of buying a bike someday and this video has given me a signal. Thank you and best regards.
Also: You coined a new one - "SMOOTH & LUMPY"!- Love It!
Moto Squirrel my new catchphrase
Reminds me of a 70s Honda CB750 from where you're sitting. Looks nice but I've just been hypermotarted Ducati style.
Another great test ride. Thanks very much, Mr. Fish. I will test ride it here in Spain and check it out myself. :)
"I've gotta be careful of vice".....yep, my Mom always used to say that too...haha. Great review Mr Fish.
The engine smoothly lumps along?
BTW, I grew up with motorcycles looking like that. And yeah, they're still my favorite sort.
( I still remember when a 750cc was as large an engine as you could get. ) ( Yeah, I'm old. Dammit. )
Nice review. Subscribed! I've been eagerly waiting for the new Royal Enfield twins. Gotta put a leg over this and the GT to see how I get along.
Would be great to get your opinion on the continental gt as well to see how it fits you. Thanks!
Thanks for the sub , just waiting to get my hands on the GT
It's a cali styled bike. With the high handle bars and orange metallic tank, this is what Americans loved in the 70s.
Not the same in south london lol
Great review. Liking the bike. (Currently have Triumph Adventurer 900) Will be looking at one of these I think. Only downsides for me are the gopping front wheel hub and the foot peg hangers. Otherwise a decent looking and sounding thing.
fasthracing you get used the footpegs
Nice to hear you Mr Fish, about Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, Try your hands on Continental GT 650 too, which have been launched in India 2 months back. Hated RE bikes, but this 2-cylinder i650 & it's sibling Continental GT 650, are fresh additions, errr revolutionary by RE standards actually and made me gain plenty of interest, much like you. *Smooth & Lumpy* 😂 hehe
The GT should be coming soon
you could buy this bike and modify it for less than its competition.
I can't wait to see these in the states.
I could not stop smiling thru the whole video. I ride the 350 and 500 cc classics and hope to soon own the interceptor in Germany.
Love ya review mate. Very enjoyable. Great job
You have completely got it! Well done.
john rocker thanks
Great vid Fish! Would love to see that motor in the Himalayan. Can’t wait to come ride the roads in the UK. 15 months and counting.
Graden Scheiwe would be a good addition to the Himalayan
It’s a bike for the country roads, and that’s a good thing!
Oh man! you are so enthusiastic. Loved your review!
This is a very enjoyable review. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Oddball comparison of RE 650, Honda CB 500 and the Bennelli Leoncini could be interesting?
Also Moto Guzzi V7 as well!
@@motosquirrel7930 yeah love the V7 but a bit more expensive, lets extend it to a used V7 and used 865 Bonnie??
Graham Stewart riding one of those other 2 soon
@@captainaverage721 I believe both bikes are superior to this one, especially the bonnie 865 (and they are on the price side as well of course!!!). Anyway I love the interceptor, and for almost half the price (and when pocket matters) is the perfect choice for me considering I would be getting anyway -let's say- 80% of the experience I would get riding the other two. Just my thoughts. Regards!
@ Mr.fish, As you enthusiaticly mentioned in this video of personalizing the bike by changing the mirrors and tail lights. RE has a 40 accessory catalogue which include bar end mirrors, better touring seats, compact LED tail lights, fork gaiters and lots more. They also have that S&S pipe that sounds great over the stock. Curious to know is this available in England as well??
Haven't seen any , but i know the accessories are coming
I’d have never even given that a thought as a possible bike but tbf it seems a good package by your review. Great vids 👍🏻👌
Stable Slayers thanks
Great review, subscribed. I also like that you sound just like a biker mate of mine, Mike.
Thanks for the sub
rhe original interceptor was designed for the US market , uk home market models are rare
Nice! I sometimes fantasise about a Royal Enfield in the garage as a less practical but eminently soulful second bike...
I like the retro look of the tail light cluster
This is what the Japanese brands need to make. A move away from all the plastic and tech. A simple, affordable bike with a timeless look. I just don't know how I feel about Royal Enfield reliability..
Yeah, that has been an issue with the royal enfields. They are not retro, they are old unreliable shit that us Indians have fallen in love with. But, the ownership reviews have started coming out here and apparently they seem quite solid.
@@daakuredpanda5782 old unreliable? Its the most reliable bike in any condition.....people have been riding 40 years old enfield also without any complaint
One big goodie with this bike is no canbus! Yes, really easy to customize! Take a look at TEC, they make some goodies for this one. Good review mr Fish. I subbed!
Reminds me of a Honda twin from the 1970' (in good way). Great review, great looking bike. And the price is so good! I would buy one!
funguseater40 👍
Hi Mr Fish
Just found your channel
Picked up my continental gt in blue with all the bar end end mirrors single seat
Amazing bike to ride and looks good in this trim sweet gearbox and handling
What value watch out triumph
Forget California?
Well then from a British subject here in California I'm here to say I've been riding this bike a year and almost 9K miles. From the Anza Borego desert to 10,236 ft it runs impeccably well.
I sit corrected! Yeah, ain't too shabby round AZ neither. Just a freakin good bike she is. You're far gone if you think ya need better.
@@garyives1218 nearly 29,000 miles now. 2 light bulbs and a battery replaced. Still starts and runs absolutely perfectly every time I push the button.
Yes I'm thinking it's a marvelous 1960's time machine without any of the problems from that time
Nice looking bike at a reasonable price, got a proper horn as well 👍
yes, horn is very good
Great bunch down at Hartgate - how does the Enfield compare to the Moto Guzzi V7?
Wild nFrantic haven’t ridden the guzzi
Great video! When you get icicles on your ears it’s time to pull over. I can appreciate the cold I was riding in it not that long ago as well
Just rode that bike and it was fun handles nicely handlebars felt narrow n tall, but ergonomics were fine
Cheers mate
USA
love the review! thank you. plus you're funny
Greetings from Australia. I haven't been here before but I will be back again. I've been watching a number of videos on this bike and I would love to have one. However, it's been way too long since I used to ride around Surrey. And at age 71 I'm not sure I would feel comfortable on today's busy roads. Pity.
I think they'll sell a few of those at £5,500. It might make Triumph twitch a bit with their retros 😮
I'm with you on this, those considering a Triumph T120 should take an Interceptor out for a test ride first.
p.s. ofc, I meant T100 & not T120... OOPS!!!
Get the Enfield and enjoy the £5k saving
I don't think so somehow, Triumph ain't chasing the budget market. Your average Triumph retro buyer is looking for major experience & kudos. This bike is about as exciting as a wet blanket. Honestly, when you look at it do you really say "I have to have that bike"! (and I like retro) No doubt it will sell but Im not sure they will shift a shed load in the UK?
Triumph vastly overpriced now and for me personally, their build quality is questionable
@@sgtgrash5280 - forget the money for a bit, you think this 650cc is going to compete on wow factor compared to a 1200cc? These two bikes are addressing totally different markets.
Nice to run into a cheerful and down to earth review of the RE 650. I presume no gear indicator? It’s this or a Kawasaki W800 for me.
Michael Ellis no indicator for gears
OUTSTANDING VIDEO MY MAN!
Man…I couldn’t live in your UK…too overcast and sucky weather….lol….but nice review…thanks mate…giddy~up…rawhide!!!
I sometimes question living here too
The Honda CB1100 has 18" wheels all around; guess it did not make that much of an impression. :^) I like the proper round gauges up front - she is a good looking bike for sure. But then I'm a sucker for a "proper" looking standard bike. Nice job always: Thank you!
Ronald Boe the one I rode was the RS which has 17” wheels
Really enjoyed the review. Think I might well buy one of these..........
J Boy 👍
Which is your favorite colour?
I booked in chrome colour!!!
salman mahetar only seen the orange . I would go for red probably
Wow, how have I missed you sir. I think you might be one of my favourite British bike reviewers with Missenden Flyer.
Prd Prk thanks .. TMF is a top guy
@@Mrfish2015 But your a better reviewer.
Cool looks and a nice note, on this bike. Good review sir.
rumien 13 👍
Thanks for taking me along for the ride. I was not as cold as you were.........................😏 I need to research what classic bike from the 70s or 80s would be most like this. Remember, somehow we survived without fuel injection and ABS. Cheers. Fun review.
puts me in mind of the old T140's in looks and power.
Nice review of a really good bike that needs no chopping up. Hope they turn out to be reliable. Bargain at £5,500. Cheers.
splodge 57 that back end does 😉
If these prove to be reliable ( a definite if ) they will sell LOADS . and that colour suits it better than any of the others BTW !
david jay I’m waiting to see the other colours
The bars are smiling too and those two eyes 👀 gauges
If you have tried the street twin, how does it compare with the interceptor
GN I haven’t sorry
Nice review fella, But if it's your money, this or a used Triumph street Twin or Bonnie? Let's hope they don't depreciate as fast as the previous Enfield , and your right , when I saw it at the NEC my palms were itching, Get to tools out and de clutter !
Would be a tough call between the 2