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Had my Interceptor for 4 years now and 38000 miles and no complaints here 😊I did change the suspension exhaust and many other things including the cam and pistons too high compression ones but it's still a 650 but much angrier but the fun level has increased . I found that if I can't get a filter the Mobil one filter M1-104A fit it's just a little bit longer .

As someone looking for a first bike, this video is much appreciated. Thank you.

Great job on the paint work! Yeah, the stainless spokes and alloy rims are a plus. RE hit the sweet spot with the Interceptor

The good thing about stamped pedals is that they bend rather than snap if the bike should fall over and they can easily be pulled back into shape. 😁😁

A very pretty ride through the country. I agree that the chase for horsepower that can't be used is pointless. We have a Swansea here in Arizona it's a ghost town.

My 2022 Orange crush Interceptor has been super reliable down here in OZ , The only thing that has happened is , is that sometimes the neutral light tells fib's , its not actually in neutral a pain when it first happened but now I just check for neutral by letting the clutch out a little , like I always did on my 1952 Norton ES2 500 , and 1966 650 Triumph Saint , 1972 Commando , 1979 Bonnie etc , we are spoilt today with the tech that will let you down every time . Thanks again for a great report .

50 years on two wheels and I've been on TH-cam for 14. This is the best review of a motorcycle I have seen. Nice to hear someone who has more than dough between his ears. Well done sir.

The third gear problem is very common, search and you will find it all over the world in the 2019/2023 models, good video!! Greetings from Argentina

Couple questions, how come you swapped the bars to clip ons? Did you change the reaesets to Continental rearsets as well? Or were the interceptor rearsets OK with the clip ons? I am thinking of doing this as I have chronic tailbone pain after an hour on my interceptor. I'm guessing it's because I'm sat to bolt upright.

She's a pretty bike and nice job on the paintwork. I think the GT is a very pretty bike and a younger me who was not such a fat old b"stard, would definitely have gone for one of those. As it is, the 500 classic will do nicely.

the cowl is rad.

got a year left on my triumph before i bow out or give them 6 grand. not sure what i’m going to do. i LOVE the bobber. it’s perfect. but… by a year i don’t think it will even be worth 6 grand. and i could have a brand new RE 650 classic. hmm.

Really enjoyed this monolog.. ❤

Hi there! I bought the RE Super Meteor 650 last year. Apart from really needing better rear suspension, and a better back brake especially two up at 60 or 70 mph nothing bad whatsoever to report. That said I am going to replace the relays this year even though I have never had any starting or stalling issues. She runs very happy two-up at 70mph on a long run. Thanks for sharing this sir 👍 and safe riding...

7 months 2 week 3 day retirement vacation. I'm am very happy with my bike. Impressive with handle highway speeds of 75-85. All the was in 90-95. My motorcycle handles this speeds for hours on end. Never washed her from showroom. Been clean her since getting home. And cleaning up to new. Polishing aluminum is easy. If you know what to do. I am impressed. People brag to me all the time because of her look. Were is that made. Who makes it. And, is that your set. I didn't like the sock on. I made my own set pan. Custom fit. And I ride 3 or 4 hours comfortably. And people don't believe me. I Don't care my design is more Impressive than it looks. Brand new this Christmas. And turns towards 14,000 miles. Not kept in door. My one friend as 140,000 on his Norton. I won't make that at 62. Yet, I'll do my best to try. People I hear. Motorcycle can't get dirt. Can't ride in rain. I hear a lot of cants. This modern motorcycle are well built. And can handle getting dirty for months on end. I'm so happy with my 650 Gt. Proud owner B+!: )Jamie

Nice looking interceptor/GT Continental 👍

whered you get that helmet?

I'm similar to you, I'm 67 , I've been riding motorcycles for about 51 years now, had all sorts of motorcycles sizes and make's, At present i own a Royal Enfield Interceptor, I bought new in 2021 Absolutely love it, It's got a DNA Air Filter, Reverse Cone Megas Silencer's, a Fuel X Lite System, and a 16 tooth cog conversion, The fuel X is really good for the engine, It's so smooth and cool running, I also own a Royal Enfield Hunter 350, Being 5'7" it's pretty good for me, Not so good for taller chaps, I've fitted a DNA Air Filter, Powerage Silencer and a 16 tooth cog conversion, and a fuel X lite system on this as well, I bought my Hunter September 2023, I do all my own servicing, These bikes are absolutely brilliant for that 👍 And you are correct in telling people that bike's like the Interceptor have to be looked after, I get sick of folks complaining about them, mostly nowadays folks are idol, and expect bike's to clean themselves or something LOL 😅 Cheers Paul 👍

Great video! I have a 2000-reg, 41,000-mile R1100S and it's one of the best bikes I've ever owned. Yes - the torque is awesome and at under £2K it's more than capable of holding its own against far newer & more powerful machines. Above all else, it has real character - far more so than inline-4 bikes in my opinion. It's comfortable enough on longer rides (and I've just sold my R1200RT twin-cam, so that's a qualified opinion) Parts are cheap, but I would still like a sports exhaust, but no-ones making those anymore Thanks for a great video - looking forward to more 👍

Too small...No doubt they would have shown you a photo where they look much bigger.

Owned my INT for 2 years now, and it still looks as good as new. Granted, I've swapped some parts out for TEC ones (rear struts, exhausts), but it hasn't missed a beat. Nice looking conversion you've done there 👍

"You wouldn't see that on a Triumph" You mean at twice the price?

Very nice. I do think I would find the continental style more comfortable also. Your bike looks very nice!

I have the same phone holder on 3 bikes, such good value.

22,000 with velorex sidecar .No problems other than fuel contamination.

I replied here but I don't see it so I will write it again .I hope you dont get this twice :) I have a 2017 STreet Scambler with the same panier rack .Being that I only have one side I needed a larger panier so I biult a wooden box the shape of a WW2 amo box and painted it military green ..It is large enough to hold winter gear and a rain suit ..The hinged lid can open all the way leaving an open mouthed container and if the wheather is fine it can hold my 5 string banjo in a soft case :) I also added a WW2 RAF rondel on the side and an antique GB badge on the back giving the feel of a working bike from the 1940's , I also got a Pendragon for the tank being that my first A licence was earned in Pembrookshire... I think the whole thing cost less then $3.00 for the harware ....As a young potter I apprenticed in Haverfordwest .In the early 1970's there was a man who fixed up old BMWs and sold them there ..I wish I could remember his name ..The bikes where epic ..I bought a BSA250 Star Fire and later a 650 Bonnie from Bowen & Sons in Llawhaden.. I loved riding in South Wales ..I had a girl friend working at a pottery in Ewenny Near Bridgend so that was a weekly drive from Pembrookshire . All the best from New England USA

Kinda nice really, but a bit too small. I can appreciate smaller bags, but this seems a bit too small.

It doesn't look big enough for a loaf of bread! You're obviously not going to do a European tour with these, but If you get the larger panniers I'd be interested to see how they look. 😀

They look out of proportion

My 2020 Interceptor has nearly 75,000 kilometers (46,500 miles) and has the original battery, clutch and throttle cables, all bulbs except headlight bulb has been replaced twice; other than oil changes, 2 chains, sprockets, sintered brake pads, 5 rear tires and 4 front tires it has needed nothing. Best buy-value in motorcycling 😊

That was a nice perspective on things. I put down a deposit for an Interceptor today and can't wait to get it - First big boy bike at 38yo

A voice of reason in the youtube desert ...

I've had my Continental for 4 years and it's a keeper. I'm short and light so it is plenty of power for me and as you say the rev range is 'creamy'. I've ridden a friends Bonneville 850 and although the seat height and comfort is better than the Continental, it only has 5 gears and feels too 'refined". The Continental to me has a bit of 'danger', it has loud wrapped pipes that bark and crackle and pop on decel, it feels like I'm riding an older vintage bike. I can get all my camping gear on the back with saddle bags that don't need racks. The only slight negative is the unchromed engine covers, they didn't have a blacked out version when I bought mine (I don't bother polishing the cases). I originally had my heart set on the Interceptor but the foot-peg position was the deal-breaker, too awkward for a shorty like me.

Great review mate, great photography I've subbed. 😊

Good review I’m also 64 and have 3 others bikes xj900 fjr1300 and a 955! Daytona. My 650 has a good few mods and I find it so much fun great all round bike.

Wise words!

This is a extremely odd review..... it is odd because I agree with all you say. The bike is a fabulous bike just as it comes, and does not "need" modifications....... I have done all the normal weight saving things, exhaust silencers and down pipes. Also some that I have done just because I can like making tatanium axles, nuts and Spacers. I have also fitted a Stratos Performance sprocket combined savings 1ib 15oz of unsprung mass from the rear wheel. I have Nitron R1s on the rear and Nitron TVT Cartridges in the forks. A Beringer 4 pot caliper with a 16mm Brembo master cylinder to improve braking, mainly internal bite. I have recently changed the wheels to alloys, not for esthetics but to aid possible puncture repairs on the go. These are silver, Lavada Jota style? I actual prefer spokes for looks. For personal comfort i have a GT Touring seat and GT foot controls. THE IMPORTANT BIT.... None of thes modifications are necessary as the bike is a good one out of the box. They are became they make small but incremental improvements, and because I can and it amuses me to do them. Apart fro fitting a Booster Plug (2019 euro4 owned from new) air filter and snorkel i have not felt the need to touch this sublime engine. I am of a similar age and experience to you. The only thing I do differently to you Peter is that I perhaps rev it a bit more than you when pushing on. Extremely well thought through and considered review. 👏👏👏👏 👍😎

14:07 I`ve found that the "Mahle OC 458" oil filter is a perfect fit and reasonably priced.

Very true what you said 7:45-8:30...none of the external changes to the RE 650s engine make additional power. At 3 years on my 2020 650 Interceptor I went inside the engine; installed 83.5mm Weisco 11:1 pistons and an S&S camshaft. Coupled with the full stainless-steel exhaust and the reduced weight (down to 195kg/429-pounds) and the additional 95cc's the bike is quicker than either of my 2012 Triumphs (Bonneville and Thruxton). It now has "900cc throttle authority" even though it is 743cc. Anyone thinking about the "big-bore kit" should grasp the opportunity to own a 750INT. This bike turned 45,000 miles yesterday and has been the best in 55+ years of riding since 1967...

I have just agreed a px of my f800s for an r1100s hopefully here before the weekend to try out around SE Wales. Exited anticipation .... Do you know if the electrical system is can bus like the f800 or normal? It was registered March 2002

ive done carbs on '86/'87s and many others from 1990-1997, and in my experience, the '86 carbs are much harder to install than later models.

Great video, and particularly helpful to me. Based just down the road in Llanelli, so the roads are familiar. Currently riding a VFR800 VTEC, but not really getting on with it and have a burning desire to scratch the BMW itch. I'm quite taken with the R1100s or the K1200rs.

Another vote for this. Mine wasn't as quite as quick, and did need some encouragement with a dead blow mallet. I think I just didn't let them warm up under the lamp for long enough and so they needed a gentle tap. But it was nothing compared to previous efforts. Last time I did it, I used an *axe*. I'm not making that up. This time was so easy in comparison, just a couple of minutes, and not a single swear word was required!

This works brilliant, I followed it to the letter and my 33 year-old VRF750 carbs popped straight on no trouble! Thank you sir!

you can make rubber soft again with iso-parrafin or parrafin oil,!

Excellently done, Sir - the magic method, with clip orientation to boot! 👌🏻 I have this job to do imminently, just need to get the loaned halogen back from me pal! Thanks a bunch!

Brilliant I'll be trying this my self next weekend on an 87 model 👍