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My comment on the conclusion part.. I've taken my 1974 bullet 350 to Ladakh, 13 times in 13 years. During those times when tarmac was a distant dream there. Done off roading, went through watercrossings. Came back home. And just basic servicing and bike wash.. thats it really.. extremely tough to believe. Forget about people reading my comment.. it's tough for me also to believe. I'm confident as a rider that without a single issue I'll take Super Meteor 650 to Ladakh (which is 90% tarmac area now) and Spiti.
@@BikeWaleOfficial very well said.. riders ride spec sheet more than the bike. A rider needs to be in sync with his bike. Calibrate it as your body part. Do not consider it as a machine bought with money. Your bike will never let you down
A great review that doesn't sound like an RE paid promotion. You mentioned the good and the not-so-good bits equally with all honesty. And this is something that I loved.
I was just waiting for the Interceptor owner's first-hand experience with Super Meteor. Thank you for the review Vikrant Sir, looking forward to seeing some more back-to-back comparisons with Interceptor in day-to-day living conditions. Love from Assam
A very honest and informative review. So refreshing to see. Most others to date have literally read out the product release notes without a direct comparison. Great to hear from an experienced rider. Very helpful for those of us in other countries. Thanks from Australia! 🙏👍
Hi from Australia. Great review. Well done. Currently have a 2020 interceptor which I love but I have to take this bike for a test ride! Think it would suit the wide open spaces of Australia just perfectly. Cheers ian
And now the wait for its US release. When the Meteor 350 came out I had hoped that a 650 was more logical for the US market given our speed limits and long stretches of tarmac. Hope they announce a date soon.
Excellent review. I bought my interceptor in June 2019 in San Diego California and I'm very happy with it. The engine/tranny is perfect and it's marvelous on twisty mountain roads where I live. Over 31,000 miles and loving it
Vikrant Singh(Along with Rishaad) is HANDS DOWN the most sensible and honest Indian motorcycles reviewer on YT. Thank you for the authenticity! All other Super Meteor 650 reviews so far feel like paid reviews (cough powerdrift cough). This one is sooooo much better than even the Autocar review, which kind of surprised me. Well done, and thank you for bringing so many important details to prospective buyers! _/\_
If ground clearance isn't an issue, this is a good option. I'd still pick a used interceptor and with some modifications that makes it a great mile muncher.
Yah ek Cruiser hai ..or Cruiser Highways ke liye Banaai jaati hai... Gali muhallo or Delhi/Mumbai jaise Populated Traffic ke lie nahi ... Jaise American "Harley" ya "Indian" Bikes hoti hai ..waise hi apni RE Supar Meteor hai ..
Kudos for a very authentic and honest review as always. You also tried to answer a very important question,, SM-650 or Int-650. I like the Int-650 for its honest, no-nonsense vibes and timeless classic design. But, negative stories regarding its handle bar, seat/seating comfort issues and average suspension have stopped me so far from buying one. Lack of tubeless tyres is another issue. For all this, I was waiting for SM-650 which has actually turned out to be a beautiful product. But its still not a go-anywhere machine like the Inty which I feel is more versatile for a lot less money.
Excellent review Mr. Singh! I appreciate that you own an Interceptor 650 and therefore your perspective. I love my '20 INT 650 and think that other than the drivetrain, the two bikes are totally different. It will be interesting to see if the SM will benefit by Harley- Davidson dropping the 883 Sportster. Like several people I'm more excited about a Classic 650 which I've seen may be available later this year or early '24. Take care Sir!
Excellent review of the SuperMeteor 650. Both the Int650 and SuperMeteor are on my wish list, and both are great looking bikes. It’s a tough decision and your review has been very helpful. Thanks. Cheers and ride safe, Dan ✌️🏍🇨🇦
This product of RE will lift the cruising experience for Indian buyers for sure. I hope there won’t be any mechanical surprises post purchase. Thanks for this detailed review!!! Cheers!!!!
Awesome video! Thx for sharing your opinions! I'm owner of a Meteor 350 from Brazil and I mainly use it for touring with my wife usually to country side so cruiser is the style that we love. And my only problem with the 350 is that with the combined weight of 150kg plus bags it lacks motor to ride it comfortable. Hope to get my super 650 Q3 this year - at least if is what I heard from RE dealership. And I was happy to hear good things about this version. Agora, thank you for the video!
The Super Meteor 650 should be a great upgrade for you, especially considering that you go touring with your wife. Be sure to get the touring seat for comfort.
I would think the Kawasaki Vulcan s would be a direct competitor and in the US at 7500 dollars which will probably be close to the US Super Meteor price, yet to be determined. I certainly like the looks and ergonomics being a cruiser fan for over 20 years, and getting closer to 70 years old, this may just fit the bill when my 800 pound victory gets to heavy. I bet this bike does really well worldwide and may do well in the US with new and young folks.
@@BikeWaleOfficial Of course, that's on the card. INT will still be a better option than Meteor650. Just so you know, this is just for reference. INT Sunset Strip will cost on road Blr - 3.7Lakhs. Whereas Meteor650 Celestial will cost 4.7lakhs. A lakh rupee difference is a big one. On top of that, one must remember that the new model and platform will have their own teething issues. We all know how notorious RE issues are, and things will settle down with time. Fingers crossed. Thanks
A well rounded and comprehensive review Vikrant. Loved your perspective especially vis-à-vis INT650. Can that handle bar make sense on the Inty ? Couldn’t really source the one on your dead pool
I strongly feel if I’ll go for this bike, rather wait for 2 more updates from the company before purchasing it. All the issues talked about is important for Indian roads
I was planning to buy interceptor… now with what this machine is offering. I wonder should I wait for an updated interceptor..?? Is it there in the pipeline for Enfield any sooner..?
Looks like RE has a winner here. Hope it doesn't develop the wobbling issues which a lot of owners are facing with the other two 650s. Looking forward to test ride this.
I had booked this motorcycle in Dec 23, its May 2024 now and i haven't got a single update on the status or when am i getting the bike. I literally forgot that i had booked this bike. No response from the showroom in Mumbai, no response from the customer care as well. I had no clue that purchasing a RE bike will be this miserable.
V+S. Thanks for the detailed, realistic, practical, every day-feel review. I'm seriously thinking of buying the Super Meteor or the Interceptor & this review cleared out a few things.
I think I need to go to the gym & build my arms & legs in order to own this bike😂😂 coz it's a full workout to put it on the center stand such a pain to pick it up if it does leans over on one side. But overall a good review!
I think that on the gearbox and gear change it will improve over the first 1500 miles and I'd say if after running in period you changed to fully synthetic oil this will improve the engine and gearbox performance.
I'm from France and live in Switzerland (so great roads, and a lot of mountain roads), and I intend on getting this bike as as first bike (when I will have obtained my bike licence by the summer hopefully), is it something that you would recommend? I'll eventually switch for a Triumph Bonneville, but this bike, as a first bike, seems like a great entry way. What's your opinion on it? Also, I must precise I'm 1m91, if that has any importance.
Yup! For Switzerland it will be the minimum. But maybe just ride meteor 350 for a month to understand overtakes and cornering. This will be fine for Switzerland, due to the roads.
I really wish they'd give an analogue tachometer and digital speedometer, rather than analogue speed and digital/nonexistent tach, when only doing one clock. Any chance of programming the Tripper to be a tach?
The bike looks the complete package rear shocks apart which in the UK will be an easy fix . That said do you think that the interceptor and the continental will get an upgrade with the switchgear and the headlight from the super meteor?
Great review. I sold my Interceptor 650 a year ago and bought a Ducati Multi V2S. I miss my Interceptor. The truth is for the type of riding I do the V2S is way too much bike. I am paying for things I don't need. I am trying to decide between the Interceptor and the Super Meteor. After your review I am leaning towards the Meteor. I hope it is not too long until the Super Meteor is available in the U.S.A. The one question I have for RE is why not tachometer on the Super Meteor?
एक hindi का अध्यापक होने के तोर पे, में यह वाहन प्रति दिन हमारे विद्यापीठ में ले जाना पसंद करूँगा .. यहाँ वाहन बहुत ही उच्चा श्रेणी का वाहन दिखाई पड़ता हैं ! 🙏🙏🙏
My city usage is more than highway usage ( Occasional highway usage ) , and I expect that my bike should have quick overtaking ability in city and good highway cruising ..will Meteor 650 be suitable or Interceptor ?
Hi , i own an interceptor and was looking to shift to super Meteor but ground clearance seems to be an issue plus i am 6"4 so it feels that this bike will still look small compared to interceptor. Please suggest/advise
Take a test ride and check the ground clearance over a few speed breakers and potholes. Also, the bike looks bigger in person than in photos. Do check it out.
I own the Super Meteor 650, you are the only one who has accounted for the minor vibrations on the handlebar compared to the Int650. This minor buzz takes the feel of top end performance away as i don’t feel like pushing it beyond 100kmph. This makes me wonder if i would have better off with the 350cc engine as they are fine with cruising at same speed. The engine character has been a let down for me coming from a continental GT.
Your review is fair. Thanks. If you own a bike of this category/class you would really know how to ride a bike with the GC of 135. There is no reason to make such a fuss about the gc. None of the reviewers address that one particular issue- the long wheelbase and the subsequent issues of parking and maneuvering at low speeds in an urban scenario. For good chain and sprocket life the chain would need love and care every 500km which makes the main stand a God sent, not what you make it sound- a vestigial organ. You dont know the main headache of the earlier 650s being the poor ratios of 5th and 6th. Would help if you tell us what they have done to correct that on a cruiser.
I have ridden this bike and found no significant vibrations across the rev range. By and large this is the experience of most riders I have discussed with. I don't know if the issue was with your bike or you are nitpicking too much 😊
Vikrant has mentioned about the vibrations in comparison to his BS4 Interceptor 650, and he has mentioned that in the video. Only an Interceptor owner can gauge it.
This is helpful. One needs to check how it goes on a patchy road or off road as advised. BTW, can we have a comparison between Meteor and Super Meteor based on value for money.
Nice, honest review. I really like the look of this bike especially in this colour. However, it's a bit too much maintenance for me. If it had a belt drive (I have promised myself to never lubricate and clean a motorcycle chain again) and a blacked out exhaust system I would seriously consider spending my money.
You must be an American, because NO where else in the world are belt drives used on bikes. Virtually everyone uses chain drives or maybe some have shafts. Enfield, Kawi, KTM, BMW, Yamaha, Mash, Triumph, etc, etc.... I live in a country of about 60 million people on two wheels and the ONLY people who have a belt drive are the few thousand HD owners. Chain drive is the norm for the 1 or 2 BILLION motorcyclists in the world outside the US, so naturally Enfield built it with them in mind. In most countries of the world, mechanics don't even know what a belt drive is, let alone have the ability to service it. As surprising as it may be, the rest of the world doesn't revolve around the tiny number of HD riders in the USA. No way Enfield would kill their flagship bike by saddling it with a belt drive. It's not a good economic decision. Get a can of chain lube and take 20 seconds to spray the chain. It ain't rocket science. I've got 4 bikes with chains, it's nothing to change, clean or adjust them.
@@khaccanhle1930 Plausible assumption but very wrong. I'm from Denmark and I never had much interest in a Harley Davidson (which are generally too heavy and poor value for what you get in my opinion). I just happen to think that chains are outdated and should be phased out sooner than later. Belt drive conversion kits are sold for a lot of bikes including Enfield's but I only know a few dealers and they tend to be out of stock. Btw. belt drive also comes as standard on several other brands including some models from BMW for example.
Not sure Why it's compared to interceptor, jus because it's a same engine ? But surprised that PPL don't realise it's a crusier a different segment ..and should be looked as a cruiser and be reviewed
Many reviewers on YT just throws the specs & features, but this guy makes us think before we need to buy this or not , hatts off to ur efforts even u were ill (cold)
Have come across three videos of people complaining of lower back pain or discomfort over a 200 km ride. The sitting position or the foot position probably transfers the bad Road shocks Direct to the waist area. In a 350 bullet the foot position makes the kegs absorb some of the bad Road shock. Someone please keep this in mind. I don't think it is for India.
Nice review.. I don't know why there is less subscribers compared to other channels.. love both channel and app. Coming to the bike , I reckon this bike will have more takers but not for me .. I'm eyeing on the classic/shotgun 650 .. any info on release date on these bikes?
Thank you for the appreciation. Do spread the word and help us grow. As for the Classic/Shotgun 650, the SG could be launched in Mid 2023, while Classic 650 is likely to be launched in 2024.
I am hearing this feedback of rear suspension is not comfortable that creates stiffness and hurts back during long ride and lights (lamp) throw during night is not powerful enough especially when street lights are not there ..
Of course nicely given the options about RE Meteor 650 n GT interceter, here is my question, if we opt this variant with paniar, it will be difficult to the pillan?
RE should give good GC. Where most indian roads are not as we expect. Just rode re bullet. Even at small speed breakers it touching to ground and that sound makes me horrible to ride. 🤐🤐
How good is the LED headlight? As this is the first time, RE has gone full LED setup! Will it be possible for meteor owners to use the headlight from 650!
We will test the headlight performance when we get the motorcycle for a proper road test review. Also, it could be easier to swap the LED headlamp on other RE bikes, but we’ll have to check the connectors.
Any comparison between thunderbird 500 vs this model. I know this is a more powerful engine. But if you want to use it within the city and on the highway, which one would you prefer?
I completely disagree with one point mentioned about suspension causing some concern with mumbai road condition. I still ride bullet 350 which was purchased by my father way back in 1974.. and in Mumbai roads specially during monsoon my 1974 model bullet 350 still runs smoothly. Now count for how many years this bike is with us and it's engine is not yet opened. Surely Super Meteor 650, as compared to 1974 bullet is light years ahead in terms of build quality and suspension. I refuse to accept it will cause any issue. Time has come to have this bike parked alongwith 1974 Bullet 350
RE started testing shotgun before super meteor and now super meteor is launched and there is no news or update of shotgun. I waited for over an year but giving up now. Will be ordering vstorm sx soon.
It’ll cost more than a lakh than the interceptor 650 😑 seriously RE?? When the max power is 46 bhp? Do you really think it’s worth more than 4.5 lakhs on road?
Primarily alloys and an option to fit wider tires. I'm okay with the performance of halogen lights and conventional forks and updating the same will bring the cost of the motorcycle close to the super meteor
When I looked at this bike last week,,I thought it looked beautiful, But there are two issues I would point out... Both the rear brake lever and the gear shift lever look rubbish..I do not blame RE for this,,,Its down to cost,,,Hopefully some enterprising company will make some better ones as an accessory.
A good review. However, practical aspects of the motorcycle has not been highlighted... Emphasising on 135 mm ground clearance is a non issue as it is ample to clear all obstacles and bumps under normal conditions. The centre stand is essential for maintenance of the chain and bike... After all it is a cruiser well made... Interceptor is a different bike, so i think the comparison is strange!!! Enjoy the Super Meteor
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@@Abhishek-dz4sj Indeed! Excellent presentation.
Rear shock absorber feel
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How is the heating issue in this forward placed footpegs compared to the interceptor?
My comment on the conclusion part.. I've taken my 1974 bullet 350 to Ladakh, 13 times in 13 years. During those times when tarmac was a distant dream there. Done off roading, went through watercrossings. Came back home. And just basic servicing and bike wash.. thats it really.. extremely tough to believe. Forget about people reading my comment.. it's tough for me also to believe. I'm confident as a rider that without a single issue I'll take Super Meteor 650 to Ladakh (which is 90% tarmac area now) and Spiti.
Well summarised sir. Sadly, most of the viewers/buyers ride the spec sheet more than the bike itself! You are a ray of hope. 🙏🏽
@@BikeWaleOfficial very well said.. riders ride spec sheet more than the bike. A rider needs to be in sync with his bike. Calibrate it as your body part. Do not consider it as a machine bought with money. Your bike will never let you down
@@Dheeraj_7922 well said!
Bull..
@@Dheeraj_7922 Bernt Spiegel's The Upper Half of The Motorcycle - On the Unity of Man and Machine comes to mind.
A great review that doesn't sound like an RE paid promotion. You mentioned the good and the not-so-good bits equally with all honesty. And this is something that I loved.
I was just waiting for the Interceptor owner's first-hand experience with Super Meteor. Thank you for the review Vikrant Sir, looking forward to seeing some more back-to-back comparisons with Interceptor in day-to-day living conditions. Love from Assam
Glad you liked our review. We shall bring you a detailed comparison soon!
My very 1st time with Vikrant, Sir & ur soooooooo likeable. Tqvm from Khalid Malaysia
A very honest and informative review. So refreshing to see. Most others to date have literally read out the product release notes without a direct comparison. Great to hear from an experienced rider. Very helpful for those of us in other countries. Thanks from Australia! 🙏👍
Seen all other reviews but the details you touched upon were what a rider looks for.....kudos to you....excellent review! Well done
Thank you so much for the kind words and appreciation, Firdous. Glad you liked our review.
Hi from Australia. Great review. Well done. Currently have a 2020 interceptor which I love but I have to take this bike for a test ride! Think it would suit the wide open spaces of Australia just perfectly. Cheers ian
And now the wait for its US release. When the Meteor 350 came out I had hoped that a 650 was more logical for the US market given our speed limits and long stretches of tarmac. Hope they announce a date soon.
Excellent review.
I bought my interceptor in June 2019 in San Diego California and I'm very happy with it. The engine/tranny is perfect and it's marvelous on twisty mountain roads where I live.
Over 31,000 miles and loving it
Vikrant Singh(Along with Rishaad) is HANDS DOWN the most sensible and honest Indian motorcycles reviewer on YT. Thank you for the authenticity! All other Super Meteor 650 reviews so far feel like paid reviews (cough powerdrift cough). This one is sooooo much better than even the Autocar review, which kind of surprised me. Well done, and thank you for bringing so many important details to prospective buyers! _/\_
100% concur, Vivek Biswas
They are so back to the spirit of motorcycling that we lost when motorcycles got so expensive and complicated.
What a great review, thank you, I'm glad I found your channel. Greetings from South America.
If ground clearance isn't an issue, this is a good option. I'd still pick a used interceptor and with some modifications that makes it a great mile muncher.
Fair enough. But do give it a look.
Yah ek Cruiser hai ..or Cruiser Highways ke liye Banaai jaati hai... Gali muhallo or Delhi/Mumbai jaise Populated Traffic ke lie nahi ...
Jaise American "Harley" ya "Indian" Bikes hoti hai ..waise hi apni RE Supar Meteor hai ..
Absolutely 💯
Well summarised, sir
Kudos for a very authentic and honest review as always. You also tried to answer a very important question,, SM-650 or Int-650. I like the Int-650 for its honest, no-nonsense vibes and timeless classic design. But, negative stories regarding its handle bar, seat/seating comfort issues and average suspension have stopped me so far from buying one. Lack of tubeless tyres is another issue. For all this, I was waiting for SM-650 which has actually turned out to be a beautiful product. But its still not a go-anywhere machine like the Inty which I feel is more versatile for a lot less money.
Excellent review Mr. Singh! I appreciate that you own an Interceptor 650 and therefore your perspective. I love my '20 INT 650 and think that other than the drivetrain, the two bikes are totally different. It will be interesting to see if the SM will benefit by Harley- Davidson dropping the 883 Sportster.
Like several people I'm more excited about a Classic 650 which I've seen may be available later this year or early '24. Take care Sir!
Thank you for the appreciation and kind words, Michael. As for the Classic 650, it is likely to be launched in the first half of 2024.
Excellent review of the SuperMeteor 650. Both the Int650 and SuperMeteor are on my wish list, and both are great looking bikes. It’s a tough decision and your review has been very helpful. Thanks. Cheers and ride safe, Dan ✌️🏍🇨🇦
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I am on the same Boat I am even more confused than you BCZ I live in mumbai I want allrounder bike which I can even go ladakh with it
@@nileshjaiswar3266 Maybe you can wait for the Scrambler 650 or the Himalayan 450.
This product of RE will lift the cruising experience for Indian buyers for sure. I hope there won’t be any mechanical surprises post purchase. Thanks for this detailed review!!! Cheers!!!!
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For Indian only?
@@gear7715 Not just for Indians, but for many global customers.
But will not lift the quality of roads.
@@BikeWaleOfficial I agree. With the release of this bike, I don't need to save up for the Harley 48 anymore.
Awesome video! Thx for sharing your opinions! I'm owner of a Meteor 350 from Brazil and I mainly use it for touring with my wife usually to country side so cruiser is the style that we love. And my only problem with the 350 is that with the combined weight of 150kg plus bags it lacks motor to ride it comfortable.
Hope to get my super 650 Q3 this year - at least if is what I heard from RE dealership. And I was happy to hear good things about this version.
Agora, thank you for the video!
The Super Meteor 650 should be a great upgrade for you, especially considering that you go touring with your wife. Be sure to get the touring seat for comfort.
I would think the Kawasaki Vulcan s would be a direct competitor and in the US at 7500 dollars which will probably be close to the US Super Meteor price, yet to be determined. I certainly like the looks and ergonomics being a cruiser fan for over 20 years, and getting closer to 70 years old, this may just fit the bill when my 800 pound victory gets to heavy. I bet this bike does really well worldwide and may do well in the US with new and young folks.
Expensive and ground clearance will be an issue. Bangalore roads aren't as forgiving as Jaisalmer.😜
You have a fair point. A test ride shall give you a better idea.
@@BikeWaleOfficial Of course, that's on the card. INT will still be a better option than Meteor650.
Just so you know, this is just for reference. INT Sunset Strip will cost on road Blr - 3.7Lakhs. Whereas Meteor650 Celestial will cost 4.7lakhs. A lakh rupee difference is a big one. On top of that, one must remember that the new model and platform will have their own teething issues. We all know how notorious RE issues are, and things will settle down with time. Fingers crossed. Thanks
@@buddy_info well, RE has come a long way when it comes to refinement, reliability and quality. We hope there aren’t any serious issues.
A well rounded and comprehensive review Vikrant. Loved your perspective especially vis-à-vis INT650. Can that handle bar make sense on the Inty ? Couldn’t really source the one on your dead pool
We suggest you to go for risers instead. This handlebar may look ugly on the INT.
I strongly feel if I’ll go for this bike, rather wait for 2 more updates from the company before purchasing it.
All the issues talked about is important for Indian roads
Ok.
Center stand on this bike feels like luxury
Indeed. It is a luxury on all the bikes.
Beautiful bike 🏍️ I would liked if they’d have kept the polished cases on the engine. Well presented buddy. Cheers from Canada 🍁
i wish it had the spoked wheels of the interceptor
I was planning to buy interceptor… now with what this machine is offering. I wonder should I wait for an updated interceptor..??
Is it there in the pipeline for Enfield any sooner..?
Interceptor 650 will get alloy wheels soon. No major updates planned.
Looks like RE has a winner here. Hope it doesn't develop the wobbling issues which a lot of owners are facing with the other two 650s. Looking forward to test ride this.
I had booked this motorcycle in Dec 23, its May 2024 now and i haven't got a single update on the status or when am i getting the bike. I literally forgot that i had booked this bike. No response from the showroom in Mumbai, no response from the customer care as well. I had no clue that purchasing a RE bike will be this miserable.
V+S. Thanks for the detailed, realistic, practical, every day-feel review. I'm seriously thinking of buying the Super Meteor or the Interceptor & this review cleared out a few things.
I think I need to go to the gym & build my arms & legs in order to own this bike😂😂 coz it's a full workout to put it on the center stand such a pain to pick it up if it does leans over on one side. But overall a good review!
Thank you 🙏🏽
I think that on the gearbox and gear change it will improve over the first 1500 miles and I'd say if after running in period you changed to fully synthetic oil this will improve the engine and gearbox performance.
Man I think it’s time that we get updated 650 twins with the suspension upgrade and the good rims to support tubeless tyres
Really looking forward to this coming to New Zealand 😊
I'm from France and live in Switzerland (so great roads, and a lot of mountain roads), and I intend on getting this bike as as first bike (when I will have obtained my bike licence by the summer hopefully), is it something that you would recommend?
I'll eventually switch for a Triumph Bonneville, but this bike, as a first bike, seems like a great entry way.
What's your opinion on it?
Also, I must precise I'm 1m91, if that has any importance.
Yup! For Switzerland it will be the minimum. But maybe just ride meteor 350 for a month to understand overtakes and cornering. This will be fine for Switzerland, due to the roads.
I really wish they'd give an analogue tachometer and digital speedometer, rather than analogue speed and digital/nonexistent tach, when only doing one clock. Any chance of programming the Tripper to be a tach?
Astoundingly beautiful
The bike looks the complete package rear shocks apart which in the UK will be an easy fix . That said do you think that the interceptor and the continental will get an upgrade with the switchgear and the headlight from the super meteor?
Yup
Great review. I sold my Interceptor 650 a year ago and bought a Ducati Multi V2S. I miss my Interceptor. The truth is for the type of riding I do the V2S is way too much bike. I am paying for things I don't need. I am trying to decide between the Interceptor and the Super Meteor. After your review I am leaning towards the Meteor. I hope it is not too long until the Super Meteor is available in the U.S.A. The one question I have for RE is why not tachometer on the Super Meteor?
They don’t want people to go fast or something. I think they just phasing it out. They are test some hybrid stuff for the next generation it seems.
Great Review! Comparison with INT was brilliant too!!
Thank you 🙏🏽 Glad you liked it.
एक hindi का अध्यापक होने के तोर पे, में यह वाहन प्रति दिन हमारे विद्यापीठ में ले जाना पसंद करूँगा .. यहाँ वाहन बहुत ही उच्चा श्रेणी का वाहन दिखाई पड़ता हैं ! 🙏🙏🙏
Ok sirji.
My city usage is more than highway usage ( Occasional highway usage ) , and I expect that my bike should have quick overtaking ability in city and good highway cruising ..will Meteor 650 be suitable or Interceptor ?
I love that bike, looks too much for a daily bike but what do you think? Weekend bike or daily??
You say, gearbox is unchanged. Do we know the sprocket numbers?
Wish RE would do a version without the chrome exhaust. A blacked out exhaust would look great.
Hi , i own an interceptor and was looking to shift to super Meteor but ground clearance seems to be an issue plus i am 6"4 so it feels that this bike will still look small compared to interceptor. Please suggest/advise
Take a test ride and check the ground clearance over a few speed breakers and potholes. Also, the bike looks bigger in person than in photos. Do check it out.
I own the Super Meteor 650, you are the only one who has accounted for the minor vibrations on the handlebar compared to the Int650. This minor buzz takes the feel of top end performance away as i don’t feel like pushing it beyond 100kmph. This makes me wonder if i would have better off with the 350cc engine as they are fine with cruising at same speed. The engine character has been a let down for me coming from a continental GT.
I am already thinking what all parts i can fit in for my interceptor...can you make a video on the same...like handle bar instrumental cluster...
Which accessories are you looking to fit on your Interceptor 650?
Your review is fair. Thanks.
If you own a bike of this category/class you would really know how to ride a bike with the GC of 135.
There is no reason to make such a fuss about the gc. None of the reviewers address that one particular issue- the long wheelbase and the subsequent issues of parking and maneuvering at low speeds in an urban scenario.
For good chain and sprocket life the chain would need love and care every 500km which makes the main stand a God sent, not what you make it sound- a vestigial organ. You dont know the main headache of the earlier 650s being the poor ratios of 5th and 6th. Would help if you tell us what they have done to correct that on a cruiser.
I'm just waiting for RE to update the interceptor and it's a done deal for me then.
Ok. It shouldn’t take much time. @royalenfield are you listening?
I have ridden this bike and found no significant vibrations across the rev range. By and large this is the experience of most riders I have discussed with. I don't know if the issue was with your bike or you are nitpicking too much 😊
Vikrant has mentioned about the vibrations in comparison to his BS4 Interceptor 650, and he has mentioned that in the video. Only an Interceptor owner can gauge it.
This is helpful. One needs to check how it goes on a patchy road or off road as advised. BTW, can we have a comparison between Meteor and Super Meteor based on value for money.
Good review👍, I'm going to look at one soon, I'm sure I won't be disappointed, hopefully 🤞
Nice, honest review. I really like the look of this bike especially in this colour. However, it's a bit too much maintenance for me. If it had a belt drive (I have promised myself to never lubricate and clean a motorcycle chain again) and a blacked out exhaust system I would seriously consider spending my money.
You must be an American, because NO where else in the world are belt drives used on bikes. Virtually everyone uses chain drives or maybe some have shafts. Enfield, Kawi, KTM, BMW, Yamaha, Mash, Triumph, etc, etc.... I live in a country of about 60 million people on two wheels and the ONLY people who have a belt drive are the few thousand HD owners.
Chain drive is the norm for the 1 or 2 BILLION motorcyclists in the world outside the US, so naturally Enfield built it with them in mind. In most countries of the world, mechanics don't even know what a belt drive is, let alone have the ability to service it. As surprising as it may be, the rest of the world doesn't revolve around the tiny number of HD riders in the USA.
No way Enfield would kill their flagship bike by saddling it with a belt drive. It's not a good economic decision. Get a can of chain lube and take 20 seconds to spray the chain. It ain't rocket science. I've got 4 bikes with chains, it's nothing to change, clean or adjust them.
@@khaccanhle1930 Plausible assumption but very wrong. I'm from Denmark and I never had much interest in a Harley Davidson (which are generally too heavy and poor value for what you get in my opinion). I just happen to think that chains are outdated and should be phased out sooner than later.
Belt drive conversion kits are sold for a lot of bikes including Enfield's but I only know a few dealers and they tend to be out of stock.
Btw. belt drive also comes as standard on several other brands including some models from BMW for example.
Hi any over heating problems with the re sm 650 thanks for answer
Excellent & honest review - eagerly awaiting my Astral Black SM 650 !!!
Looking forward to many of these changes to trickle down to the interceptor and the GT
Hopefully soon!
Not sure Why it's compared to interceptor, jus because it's a same engine ? But surprised that PPL don't realise it's a crusier a different segment ..and should be looked as a cruiser and be reviewed
Many reviewers on YT just throws the specs & features, but this guy makes us think before we need to buy this or not , hatts off to ur efforts even u were ill (cold)
Have come across three videos of people complaining of lower back pain or discomfort over a 200 km ride. The sitting position or the foot position probably transfers the bad Road shocks Direct to the waist area. In a 350 bullet the foot position makes the kegs absorb some of the bad Road shock. Someone please keep this in mind. I don't think it is for India.
If royal Enfield just bring this level of finishing on the 650 twin then it will be a must buy even if they increase their prices.
Good Video. For the money I don't think you can go wrong. Maybe just change the rear shocks.
Now this feels like an objective and unbiased review.
Well done Vikrant. I loved the insight and the comparitive nuances were excellent. Many thanks Indeed!!
Nice review. A little more engine and exhaust sounds would have been appreciated.
We shall bring you the exhaust note video soon. Stay tuned.
I have a honda rebel 500 2022. I want more cc. Is it worth compare to supermeteor or I will go for kawasaki vulcan 650 ?
Very well analysed each and every point, impressive as always.
Nice review.. I don't know why there is less subscribers compared to other channels.. love both channel and app. Coming to the bike , I reckon this bike will have more takers but not for me .. I'm eyeing on the classic/shotgun 650 .. any info on release date on these bikes?
Thank you for the appreciation. Do spread the word and help us grow.
As for the Classic/Shotgun 650, the SG could be launched in Mid 2023, while Classic 650 is likely to be launched in 2024.
Vibration : how it is comparing meteor 350?
What problem / difference may feel from upgrading from meteor 350 to 650!?
I am hearing this feedback of rear suspension is not comfortable that creates stiffness and hurts back during long ride and lights (lamp) throw during night is not powerful enough especially when street lights are not there ..
Everything is ok sir, becoze I hv booked the RE,Meteor 650 celestial red n I am doubt full for the paniar that it may not be hindrance for the pillan
Of course nicely given the options about RE Meteor 650 n GT interceter, here is my question, if we opt this variant with paniar, it will be difficult to the pillan?
RE should give good GC. Where most indian roads are not as we expect. Just rode re bullet. Even at small speed breakers it touching to ground and that sound makes me horrible to ride. 🤐🤐
BGM is Excellently done. Felt like watching stranger things😃
That really made us happy. Finally someone praised the BGM.
Would this be a good ride in ghat sections? Also how well suited is it for off road patches?
As far as the roads are good, it will be fun to ride in ghats. It won’t be comfortable on off-road patches. The rear suspension is stiff.
Really looking forward to test ride and trade my classic 500 if all goes well
All the best! Do let us know what you think of the Super Meteor 650 once you’ve rode it!
Quite a comprehensive take. Loved watching this review specifically
How good is the LED headlight? As this is the first time, RE has gone full LED setup! Will it be possible for meteor owners to use the headlight from 650!
We will test the headlight performance when we get the motorcycle for a proper road test review. Also, it could be easier to swap the LED headlamp on other RE bikes, but we’ll have to check the connectors.
Any comparison between thunderbird 500 vs this model. I know this is a more powerful engine. But if you want to use it within the city and on the highway, which one would you prefer?
How is this bike compared to kawasaki Z650RS and which is better?
I completely disagree with one point mentioned about suspension causing some concern with mumbai road condition. I still ride bullet 350 which was purchased by my father way back in 1974.. and in Mumbai roads specially during monsoon my 1974 model bullet 350 still runs smoothly. Now count for how many years this bike is with us and it's engine is not yet opened. Surely Super Meteor 650, as compared to 1974 bullet is light years ahead in terms of build quality and suspension. I refuse to accept it will cause any issue. Time has come to have this bike parked alongwith 1974 Bullet 350
It will be an excellent homage to the Bullet 350. Congratulations in advance.
@@BikeWaleOfficial thanks a lot 🙏
What about heating issue compared to interceptor?
RE started testing shotgun before super meteor and now super meteor is launched and there is no news or update of shotgun. I waited for over an year but giving up now. Will be ordering vstorm sx soon.
Shotgun 650 should be launched within 6 months.
Excellent Review... thanks for the info.
Thank you sir 🙏🏽
Nice, honest review. Your personal experience you shared was very valuable.
Glad you liked our review, Maneck!
I daily check bikewale app for fun 😁
Thank you 🙏🏽
It’ll cost more than a lakh than the interceptor 650 😑 seriously RE?? When the max power is 46 bhp? Do you really think it’s worth more than 4.5 lakhs on road?
Vikrant was reviewing the bike so had to see it
What is that jacket you are wearing?
I like!
Being a 650 owner I just wished for accessories that comes as standard with this motorcycle.
Like which ones?
Primarily alloys and an option to fit wider tires. I'm okay with the performance of halogen lights and conventional forks and updating the same will bring the cost of the motorcycle close to the super meteor
Pity that the wheels are not spoke wheels. I am serious considering, if spoke alloys can be replaces
with these wired looking rims.
Why would you want spoke wheels?
@@BikeWaleOfficial Just a choice. I like spoke wheels. Others might also agree that bike like this will look even better with spoke wheels.
When I looked at this bike last week,,I thought it looked beautiful, But there are two issues I would point out... Both the rear brake lever and the gear shift lever look rubbish..I do not blame RE for this,,,Its down to cost,,,Hopefully some enterprising company will make some better ones as an accessory.
Great review, I love the look especially in the red and white, 👍🏍🇬🇧❤️
How much all extra accessories cost.
Thank you, that was one of the best reviews of any bike I have seen, truthful and honest, great review, keep up the great work, 👍
Too much of gaps in the engine bay. Is that a good?
What is your height? Please include that when reviewing ergonomics so the viewers have a basis. thanks!
bhaiya ye bike hai jewellery nahi
road pe chalegi na ki gale me latkegi
isiliye practical review dijiye
One of best looking machines around
A good review. However, practical aspects of the motorcycle has not been highlighted... Emphasising on 135 mm ground clearance is a non issue as it is ample to clear all obstacles and bumps under normal conditions. The centre stand is essential for maintenance of the chain and bike... After all it is a cruiser well made... Interceptor is a different bike, so i think the comparison is strange!!! Enjoy the Super Meteor