Best Middleweight Cruiser? Super Meteor vs Rebel vs Vulcan!
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- Опубликовано: 2 июн 2023
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I went to a motorcycle shop to look at a used Honda Rebel. I rode out of that dealership on a new Royal Enfield Meteor!
better a sister in a whorehouse than a brother on a honda
Meteor or Super Meteor?
Lol 🎉
I myself have been telling people to try out super meteor cuz I love it
The man said Meteor. Let it be.
I've put my money where my mouth is. Bought the Super Meteor. The other two bikes are just not for me, despite the price of the Rebel and the power of the Vulcan. One month in, nearly a thousand miles on the clock and I know I've made the right choice. Beautiful machine to look at, well put together and good on fuel. I love it.
I just had my SM650 delivered last week. I love it!! It's built like a tank!!
I’ve had mine for about a month now also. I love it more and more every time I get on it.
It’s hard to not love on an RE. I have an interceptor 650, GSXS750, GSX250, and a CB1100…the RE is not the fastest but it’s a lot of fun and character and puts a genuine smile on your face when you ride it….also with aftermarket pipes it’s got a great big sound! :)
trust me i realized this way back in 2010, tripping ever since
You have an interceptor 650nAND a CB1100? Lucky Lucky man. Actually 2 of my dream bikes
It's pretty insane that the RE 650 can get 15hp more with a 2 into 1 exhaust and S&S cam upgrade. Not even that expensive but will make it also rev much quicker!
@@gorkzop i saw a super meteor in action today zipping past at 110 kmph with ease , showing speed stability and smoothness
That's what company says that this machine is made for low speed riding
That RE is the most appealing new bike I've ever seen. I desperately want to test one. Unfortunately, the closest reseller is 600km away. Even though I live in Stockholm, the capital of Sweden.
Maybe try Denmark or Germany.
How is 600km an impediment for getting a nice new bike?
600 km, Thats nothing. Kom igen nu.
Just go and buy it I also planning for Royal Enfield
It is far if you are a new rider
RE has upped their game a lot in the last 4-5 years. They experimented with the Conti GT and Interceptor 650 and gathered all the feedback from customers. Finally, they made Super Meteor, which ticked all the boxes of complaints as fixed. But the revised Conti 650 and Interceptor seem to be like a quick and dirty job.
Yes ! A suspension update would have been wonderful
@@sunishrussiayup the twinfork at back is stiff
Yeah asked the dealer about the very same thing , he said they are experimenting and probably will bring in but, the focus is completely on super meteor and other that this upgrade is never mostly going to happen. And he said something which i kinda agree , they had to reduce the cost somewhere , and that's why the had those plasticy switches and lights and and all in the int650 ,which people bound to change on their preferences. So increase the money in frame and engine and other than those more personalized lights.
If you looking for a suspension upgrade on your own check out the yss it is really good.
I'm downsizing from a Harley, it's the RE for me, great looks and character.
If I want speed I'll take my unrestricted B-king out, the problem is speed thrills but speed kills.
Absolutely agree 👍
I too currently have a 2002 Fatboy. Might just get a RE
Me too. Have a 883 Sportster(25 years old) and just got a Super Meteor which I intend to use for long distance rides. At the age of 68 that is an ideal vehicle for me.
I brought my new Royal Enfield super meteor 650 in astral black yesterday. Absolutely love the bike.
The Super Meteor for me. Been riding it for 2.5 months. Looks great, rides great and easy on the pocket.
Good to know. Here in Brazil, we are waiting for the launch.
I'd go for the Enfield every day of the week! Looks fantastic and is really good fun to ride 😎
Slow af
Like all cruisers
@@thebestevertherewas So? Why hurry? 😎
@@thebestevertherewas why are you buying a cruiser for speed? its literally for cruising!
@@thebestevertherewas you dont gotta go fast when you go in style.
RE did a fabulous job with their design geometry .... It looks absolutely stunning ..... stand for its word Royal 👑 👍🏻
Shame they put that weak engine in it. Hp to weight is .088 vs Vulcan .12 and Rebel 500 .11. Compared to INT650 .10.
JUNK
Bought the Super Meteor 650 in Interstellar Green yesterday. Delivery in approximately 2 weeks. Can't wait! Back into motorcycling after 25 years now that the kid are adults and independent. Cannot think of a better bike for a 52 year old to get everything I need out of middle age riding.
RE knows what we want and what we didn't know we want
*I❤Royal Enfield* 👑👑
Define "we" 😂
@@enricohagn RE simps
What you want, but not me. I don't want air cooled anything. Its an outdated design and it shows in the lack of power. The RE would also get hot as hell sitting in traffic.
@@spartanx169x Everyone got different taste and needs. It's cool if you don't like their bikes as they are intended for those who like retro bikes.
I have the Super Meteor and Kawasaki 650 S. Both are great bikes. I took off the chains and put belts on both bikes!
Enfiled for me...Great looks, finish, price, Charector, and its all metal...😍😍
Enfield for me anyday just looks great sounds great I like it😊😊
One thing noone seems to mention about the Super Meteor, the switchgear looks like a huge improvement over the other 650 twins. Hope they start putting them on all the 650s.
They already did
Reminiscent of early Hondas.
Oh lord, I did need to watch this video. I currently own a 23 RE Classic 350 and was thinking of upgrading to a bigger bike. After watching this video I'm happy that I was thinking about the RE Super Meteor 650 and can stick to it. Thank you for this amazing video 🌸
On styling alone it totally outclasses others in desirability. No doubt its better value for money to.
RE will be around for much longer as well. 😊
really nice comparison 👌... super meteor is royal enfield's premium take on middle weight cruisers 🔥🔥
RE is the most raw and brute among these, test ride that engine and you will be experiencing some real heat spewing out in just 10 minutes
@@HunterVlog350cc actually i am a super meteor astral black owner ... and yes it does heat but less then interceptor 650, which is manageable 👍
@@michaelgaston6332 ok not an issue with jeans and good shoes , here in india we go to nearby casual work wearing crocs and yes interceptor oozes out heat
Of course these are not nearly the heaviest motorcycles around, but I find it entertaining that something that weighs 241kg (531 lbs) is called a "middle weight".
@@jfess1911 I think middle weight is more of indicative of their engine capacity and power like 650 cc and around 50 bhp something as compared to bigger harleys where cc is upwards of 1200 and weight maybe around 300-400 kgs maybe
Royal Enfield Hands down. As an old school rider that bike has the nostalgia I like in a cruiser.
This is a timely video for me. I have been tossing up between the Vulcan and the Rebel for a while. I had pretty much decided on the Vulcan. The release of the Super was intriguing, but I never really saw it as a direct competitor to the other two. Almost in its own category. As I am looking at used prices, I will probably still go for the Vulcan, but I now feel I owe it to myself to test ride the Super. If this ends up with me spending another 2 or 3k on a brand new SM I believe I will have a certain Moto Bob to blame 😂.
one benefit with RE is that you have a ton of aftermarket/ brand accesories and catomizations, the bike u see in my profile is the predessor of meteor and it was hell of fun and character
you should wait a little longer for that kawasaki eliminator to come out😈
I've test ridden all these bikes, and the Vulcan is by far the worst!! It has terrible engine vibration/shudder at mid revs. Ask anyone who's ridden a Vulcan. My wife has a Rebel, and I test rode the Super Meteor 650 last week. Both are way smoother than the Vulcan!! It was a shame for me, because I love the look of the Vulcan, but being tall - 6'2" - it's probably best for me to go for the Super Meteor!
@@donovingoniwiecha7464 bajaj still sells the original 175 cc Kawasaki eliminator in india though with their own 220 cc engine, it is 2 decade old design but is a small low slung cruiser, the new eliminator might be around 400 cc i think as per speculations
The other two are a joke compared to the Enfield.
The Super Meteor looks especially good in that specific colorway. I'd love to have one if I didn't put on enough miles to require service every 2 months.
What are the service intervals?
Another thing about the service of the RE, is that every shop that I have been to seems rather lax about the services. Plus if you want to watch videos on how to do service things yourself, good luck finding an English speaking video.
@@f19ash 4k miles I believe.
@@joelness hmm, that’s really not a lot these days.
@@f19ash Exactly. RE's are definitely "new classic" bikes, while other companies make "modern classics". It's something I really love about them, but at the same time it's what keeps them out of my garage with a 110 mi/day commute.
It’s the Super Meteor for me, no competition. I don’t mind the looks of the Vulcan, but those Honda’s no thanks, I just don’t get that bike. Great video.
I guess it’s just preference but I thought the Vulcan was way too ugly and opted for the Rebel a few years ago which seemed way better looking.
@@kevinmason6130 i think Vulcan looks really nice (except exhaust)
I don’t like any of them SM Is too heavy for that engine Vulcans power is amazing per lb but is soooo ugly like the Honda.
@@TheMaskedheel I think I am slowly changing my mind and looking towards triumph boneville lines , speed twin or T120
Very good analysis! And I have my RE Super Meteor 650, every time I take it out of the garage, it steals my smiles! 1 week with me this Saturday! It consumes very little and is super pleasant to the movement, stopped and has a spectacular sound. ✌🏻
Think the rich paint on the RE looks much better than the bland black of the Honda and Kawasaki. RE is the best looking of the three.
I have had the Meteor 350 for a year now, 3000 miles, and really tempted to get the Super Meteor
I like ergo fit in Kawasaki, the dealership can literally adjust the seating position for you. Best ergonomics in cruiser on the market
Not every dealer does it. Plus even at it's highest position the seat is way too low for normal height riders.
@@GURUKHAN_OG right although other brands may not be doing proper fit at all
@@GURUKHAN_OGthey have to because all the rods come as standard with a new bike
RE also have a kit for the footpegs however it is an extra
It's the Royal Enfield that does it for me its a great looking bike would love to own one and take it out for a good blast
I really like the RE. Just needs a bit more grunt for where I live.
My Vulcan s cafe is now seven season old. AS good today as ever. I made it more cruser like with passenger pegs, Back rest, Corbin seat and I re bagspaced the cafe windscreen with a factory large wind screen and saddle bags.🍀
I've got the 650 royal enfield interceptor, I really wish it had more splayed out down pipes like the triumph bonneville, the 650 meteor ...beautiful ! ....but it needs the triumph down pipes ( my own preference).
Peace out ✌️
I see what you mean. But I have a T120 and I wish it had the upswept end cans of the Interceptor. I have to remove the can to adjust my chain! So perhaps a combination of the two would be best.
The Super Meteor looks splendid in that metallic dark green colour.
I bought Supermeteor 650, and love it.
I somewhat agree with most of what was mentioned. That you have to understand what exactly you want to do and what you plan to do. Rebel would be my first choice as around town short trip and if I wanted to do more I would choose between the other two and the choice would basically be by price. Every bike has its purpose, so which one depends on what you plan to do
A very nice and useful comparison. Enjoyed. The RE would be my pick.
Royal Enfield, for sure so much better looking than the other two. Usually a fan of Hondas, nothing attractive about that bike. The engine compartment is so ugly.
Great video. Brilliant comparison with good points made.
Definitely the Enfield. I have an Interceptor 650 and absolutely love that bike. I'm a big fan of RE overall. Been thinking of selling my tw200 for a scram and possibly getting either the super meteor or classic 650 down the road if and when they become available in the US.
The Vulcan comes out top especially in the Matt black paint (this colour option is one of the worst), the meteor is nice for commuting and nostalgic rides but the lack of power would eventually get boring especially when riding with others or on highways.
Rubbish. Unless you ride with morons who ride much faster than they ought to.
Exactly! The right paint and the right mirrors and it’s a nice bike.
Super Meteor is just a paper weight. Hp per lb is bad.
Are you kidding? 120~130 km/h is generally the speed limit on highways all over the world (except German autobahn) and this bike reach easily 150 km/h. Cruising isn't racing, take a sport bike though.
@@Evolcanova the Vulcan has just enough acceleration to keep it fun without getting in trouble, including on highways...we are not talking about going above the speed limit to often. Done 3000miles on mine and as I say it has just enough power, I found the meteor sluggish ...it's ok for plodding along.
I'll take the Enfield all day long !
Supermeteor wins for me...the only thing is the headlight bracket. I would love to see it done black. A beautiful bike.👍🔥
Enfield looks the best, plus great warranty
I think Kawasaki gives 4y warranty
What about Enfield?
@@flesz_ 3 years unlimited miles. They rape you on service costs though.
@@RichardsModellingAdventures could you do service yourself ?
@@flesz_ Yes for sure. Very easy bikes to work on.
@@RichardsModellingAdventures nice
I was thinking that it might be compulsory for them to do the service initially to keep the warranty valid .
Perfect comparison that I was looking for 👍
Amazing video, thanks for sharing all that useful information!
The Vulcan and Rebel both sound so awful. Despite being underpowered, I'd take the Meteor for the better sound alone
With music blasting in your Cardo, they don't sound bad at all
I would have to do some test sitting on the RE.
With my 2 m size is always a little critical, so until now my favorite is the Vulcan S of the bikes mentioned.
you never mentioned the tank range I find when cruising that they are great to travel distances especially riding motorways and duel carriageways but almost all cruisers let you down in range the kwaker is about 110 miles the honda a little better so it becomes a little expensive traveling on motorways and you are always thinking ahead for fuel stops hopefully like all enfields the SUper Meteor will be better, figures show about 200 miles so if you are like me that maybe the best bike ,will try it and see as soon as I find a local dealer with a demo bike lol
Good review- well done!
one thing you forgit to mention with the supermeteor 650 is the 3 price points for the 3 colour variants. Also I have purchased the celestial blue
The Enfields are beautiful bikes, but with the classic rear shocks there is no way to lower them if needed. Has anyone found a way around this?
I just bought a Vulcan S, because you still can't get the Meteor 650 in the States, and I have a Kawasaki dealer within 5 miles of my house. Just got done with the breakin miles so now I can let her sing, and sing she can.
I have always liked the small HD sporters and just wonder in my later years would the RE scratch that hitch , I do like the look of the RE but just wonder if I would be happy with this cruiser … I suppose a test ride would make my mind up ?
i think a bike comparison with re super meteor & keeway benda 300cc cruiser bike is what no one has seen on RUclips !
I'm torn between the Vulcan and the Super Meteor. I already have a bike that outclasses them both, but the SM is beautiful and sounds good, and I love the design and design philosophy behind the Vulcan. Although, what I would love to see is a comparison between the Vulcan S and the Hyosung GV650.
The RE just had class. Just love the look of it. I currently ride a 2002 Fatboy. I might just trade it for a new RE 650 Meteor. Just so damn cool.
I get looks every time I ride my Continental. It’s great fun. I’d love to try out the super meteor, but I’m in the states and they’re not being sold in quantity yet.
this video definitely helped me, I have both the rebel and meteor on my list...i think the 500 rebel may be a little too small for me
Interesting that Bob thought that the feet forward position was actually more comfortable than the mid foot pegs he normally likes.
I know right? I think the Honda is too low for mid position to be comfortable
@@ivanbrasla That was my impression as well. If you're tallish, the Rebel's default rider triangle positions your body as if you're doing a cannonball. I'm 5'11" and had this issue.
In INDIA we get RE SUPER METEOR for anywhere between £3360 - £3700 ex- showroom 😬
It's a tough choice! Looking forward to Eliminator reviews.
I own SM650 Interstellar Green (I guess it's the best color) and I have ridden VulcanS quit often but TBH it feels like a Ninja on a cruiser body to me. I'm soo soo happy with Sm650 and it's my first RE bike ever hope it stays well.
Another thing is that I am in Sydney Australia and still waiting for mine. The royal enfield acessories for the Super Meteor will not cost an arm and a leg. i have added around GBP1,131.15 to mine, but this might be cgeaper for you guys
RE - on starting- sounds nice 👍🏼
I got the RE yesterday 🎉
TBH after having gone from a CB500 to an Africa Twin I'd probably go for the Rebel 1100 DCT now - it's got way more power, and a 270 degree parallel twin, but it's also got all the luxury gadgetry. I doubt I'll go back under a litre now unless it's for a dual sport bike for off-roading.
I've been trying to make up my mind between the Triumph Speed Twin 900 Chrome, Kawasaki Vulcan S and the Royol Enfield Celestial blue Super Meteor 650. I think I like the Super Meteor best, bit my fisrt tire change I'd be painting the wheels silver to brighten up the entire look of the bike. I picked the Super Meteor mainly due to its relaxed rpm at highays speeds.
Thanks for the video. Ride safe and enjoy every journey.
RE is contributing to the improvement of the market, there was a gap in several countries in relation to medium Cruisers, here in Brazil we only have the Vulcan 650, I don't particularly like it. Or we have to look for the used market, including motorcycles with 20 years of use, such as Virago, Shadow, Vulcan, etc. The problem now is waiting for the launch of Super Meteor here in Brazil. I think the delay is due to high demand, as the bike is a success.
I definitely want another RE after selling my Interceptor last year. Not really a fan of the SMs looks, and I'm not a cruise fan. Sat on one at dealer whilst they did MOT on my Honda... bloody hell, didn't feel like a cruise position at all really. Gonna have to test ride one me thinks😉
Enfield for me if I wanted a cruiser ... which I don't! I think I'd save a bit of money and get an Interceptor if I was looking for a budget mid-range old style bike, although some of the nice features on the Super Meteor would be appreciated
Great video, what everyone exactly needed. But why the Views are soo low
Here in the US, RE Super Meteor will be about USD$7~8k. We have much more choices at this price range not only Honda Rebel and Vulcan S: Honda Shadow Phantom, Moto Guzzi V7, Yamaha Bolt, Vulcan 900, and about $500~1000 more you can pick up Suzuki Boulevard C50 etc etc. If you hit low $9k range, you can actually get Indian Scout Bobber series (one going at $8700 at Long Beach dealer here in California)
I can’t wait for the RE super meteor to show up in the US so I can check it out
Great review and my vote for the Super Meteor!
I have a Suzuki C50 Boulevard and just love it - never an issue, easy to ride. Its a very fine cruiser!
I think 🤔 RE has the best design team, for a while now. Their design team video was lit.
I'm not a RE fanboy but the Super Meteor looks the best. I've ridden the Kawasaki and the Honda, but not the RE. the power-to-weight ratio of the RE is a disaster
look at the upgrades for the super meteor and how cheap it is. Two into one exhuast and an SS Cam will lift the HP rating 12.5%
Very helpful comparison thanks. RE all the way for me!
Because Royal Enfield has a decades old Rider community around it and carries a really good heritage.i loved my grandfather's RE he used to ride around.used to be terrified of that bullets sound coming from afar.
For me as a shortarse the Super Meteor was too heavy to manoeuvre on tip toes, the Vulcan only 15kgs lighter can be moved much easier and flat footed for me. I had to let the Super Meteor go unfortunately after 9 months, but they are a great bike, REs in general are great nowadays.
I have always loved the Rebel and I would still choose it over the two because it is a blank canvas for tons of customization...
Can you have a comparison with a fourth bike apart from Kawasaki, RE and Honda and that is the benelli 502C? Would be helpful to me though.
Lining up to grab a SM650 for the spring. Finally got to sit on one - the ergos are just right. Somehow both engaging and comfy - both a Bonneville or a Rebel feel awkward in comparison.
Super Meteor is the most cruiser out of three. Honda and Kawasaki have sport bike engines put in them.
Great video dude. I'm considering buying a 2019 Vulcan as my daily commuter in the city. What do you think? Is it up for the task or the suspension is not that comfortable?
We have a Rebel 11, I'm a whisker under 5' 6" and find it cramped and "locked in", and the rear brake pedal side a bit odd.
My mate's son has the Vulcan, which he loves.
Spoke to a guy at bike night with a Super Meteor that he says "Needs to be gone". . . .
The Super Meteor 650cc isn't available in the United States.... would like to see this bike in person
Royal Enfield
Good price
Good looks
Give satisfaction while riding
and upgradeable 12.5 HP with a two in one exhaust and cam shaft upgrade only difference is higher revs but the torque range is longer over the revs
Amazing video, perfect 10.
I own a Vstrom 650 2021 and I am planning in changing it for a cruiser and this 3 bikes are in my shortlist.
Even after watching the video I cannot decide!!! The honda looks nice and its bulletproof, the Vulcan seems to be the sportier of the 3 and the RE is in the middle.
My only concern of the RE is the bad rep that the brand has in terms on reliability. Further more the RE and the Honda need a tachometer.
bad rep? I certainly think they have tonnes of positive reviews from the users as well. It all depends on what your bias is, in which case you should go for honda.
I've been riding the vulcan for the last two weeks, and i'm still very happy with it for my first big bike after getting my full license.
I know the lack of power isn't to some people's liking, but i honestly have no need, or intention, of going over 70mph on UK roads 🤷♂️
I've done a few 2 hour+ rides on it, and i find it a very comfortable ride.
I strongly doubt i'll look at another bike for a very long time.
Here in the US, "midweight" cruisers are 1100-1300 cc machines...😆 I've test ridden the Vulcan S, and it is refreshingly quick, with handling is more like a sport-tourer than a cruiser (which isn't a bad thing). I do love the looks of the RE, but haven't had a chance to ride one. I tried both of the Rebels, and I really wasn't impressed with any feature. Add the issues with death wobble (apparently due to the OEM tires they fit for the US market), and it is far and away the least desirable of these three.
Wait for having a ride on RE ...
Such a reliable model ...such a simple tech .....u can ride throughout
RE all day long for me ❤, I’m into retro , own the halcyon gray classic 350
Any idea when the Royal Enfield super Meteor is for sale in the United States and how much in American Dollars it will cost?
I wouldn’t even consider the other 2 bikes but I would really like to have the Royal Enfield
Motobob, I have to agree with you in the choice of bike to go with. I'm 59 years old and a 1st time rider to boot! I have NOTHING to prove to the kids. I ride &drive like an "old lady", RE650 fits me beautifully. 🏍️❤️👍😁🤓🥰⭐⭐⭐Doug
I have a Vulcan S and I'm looking at switching to the Super Meteor. I'm not particularly interested in the big cruisers (although at 6'3" I might fit one better) in terms of 'upgrading' to a 'bigger' bike because of where and how I ride. I just need to get on a test ride if the RE to find out if that's the next bike for me.
It won't feel that much better to replace your Vulcan. Get a speed twin from triumph if you can
Please tell us later of your decision and how much super meteor is convincing.
The biggest question is how reliable is the RE, in terms of electricity and frame welds...I've heard some scary stories
I will take low end torque over high end horsepower any day. And the Enfield is just stunning.
What low end torque are you referring to😂 that RE is still a inline 2 not vtwin
@@BinhNguyen-vv9by Is this a serious comment? A 270° crank accomplishes exactly the same thing as a 90° Vtwin, but it’s more in the timing of the cams
@@critterIMHO No it might sound like a Vtwins but it isn't. THe torque figure is also lower than the vulcan s through out the whole range while being heavier. The writer is smoking something funny if he suggests go for the meteor 650 if one is to look for torque.
You’re wrong about how engines work, and your arguments are all over the place, so I’m done with you.
I've got one, the Celestial Red tourer, and it's a beautiful looking bike!!
Any new midrange shaft or belt drive cruisers other than Harley available at the moment?😊
Between the Vulcan and super meteor which bikes engine runs cooler in stop and go traffic?
Great vid