MODIFICATIONS on Royal Enfield Thunderbird: Long-Term Review
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About a year ago I made some touring-oriented modifications on my Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 to make the motorcycle a bit more comfortable and practical for a cross-country ride from India to Nepal and back. In this video, I share my feedback of the utility, durability and effectiveness of these modifications on my Royal Enfield after nearly 1 year of use. Broadly, the modifications made were as follows:
1. Changed handlebar on Royal Enfield Thunderbird;
2. LED Headlight on Royal Enfield Thunderbird;
3. Headlight Grill for Royal Enfield Thunderbird;
4. Acerbis Knuckle Guards on Royal Enfield;
5. Fork Gaiter on Royal Enfield;
6. Timsun Tyres on Royal Enfield (Front and Rear);
7. Modified Tail Rack and Backrest for Royal Enfield Thunderbird; and
8. Viaterra Saddle Stay for Royal Enfield Thunderbird.
In this video, I've broken it down and explained my honest long-term review of each of these touring modifications made on my motorcycle. I hope you find this useful. Do leave a like and comment if you do. Please also do consider subscribing to my channel and watching some of the other content from my several motorcycle tours across India, Nepal and Tibet.
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I always enjoy when you talk about the bikes you ride. With all your riding experience you are really able to talk knowledgeably about the value of modifications. ALSO, very nice 'staging' for the video. You in front, Faith just behind, good audio, and nice graphics. I'm just starting my channel and am learning that those things do not happen by accident. Nicely done!
Hahaha. I'm glad you noticed. Thank you for the appreciation
Yes it's like u ride with him that particular moment
@@TollFreeTravellerhi bro good to c u!!
Still that viaterra saddle stay available?
Being tb500 owner it's very happy to see u everytime 😍😍😍
Not only your riding videos..I enjoy everything you do and of course you inspired me to buy my thunderbird.. keep posting!!
It was so freaking great ! To get a notification from you. Regardless of the content it feels amazing to hear from you. Take care.
You present it with such passion and emotion. Every seconds you take us to your video it becomes very engaging. Keep it comming
THIS IS INCREDIBLY AMAZINGGGGG
Rohit Bhai! Just love your narration. It is a simple video about modifications performed and yet I felt like I'm listening to a story. Can't wait for you be on the road again and mesmerise us with your story telling. Cheers 🍻
It's good to see u growing day by day
Short and Simple..... 😍😍😍😍😍
Wishes from Trivandrum 😎 brooooooooo.......
The review I've been waiting for! 😍 great share bro this will definitely help me out!Thank you🙏💕
For removing vibrations on handlebar of my previous motorcycle I had used the bar end weights of pulsar 150/180 bikes which are quite heavy and they dampens out the vibration to a much greater extent.. 💫
Your audio and video quality man, unreal. ♥️♥️
And thank you for taking your time to share us your wisdom 🙏
Wow! No bs music in the background, no unnecessary time waste. You deserve more subs man.
Detailed, loved every bit of it 😍
first like the video and then start watching it !
You're probably the first Moto vlogger I know and still is the best
Thanks a lot Sir,
Was just waiting for this video.
Liked your tail rack the most 👌
Firstly thank you for making this video, I was one of the people who wanted to know about the setup.
I use a similar RD style bar on my GT, though i bought a heavier unit, it still feels a bit light. it 3 years now and i am used to it. The comfort it offers makes it worth it. I was skeptical about the headlight, as most generic Chinese one create more glare than required illumination. Since i had a pair or Philips Ultinon H4 LED lying around, popped them in the stock headlamp and it solved my issue. The spread and intensity is better, reach almost remained the same. Sarath Shenoy recommended Timsun tyres when i asked him. He swore by them actually. Sadly they were out of my budget, probably the next set i will try and get them. Its always a pleasure to see your content. keep up the good work. GOD bless :)
Big fan of you brother..Cheers!!
Detailed explanation and as always cinematic :)
Such an enjoyable video and useful too since I am planning some mods.
Wow bro really so nice to see your video in quarantine.. Wish this time all can go for a long rides.. But we cannot.. So your videos give that long ride feel.. Really great and you are a real inspiration..
Was waiting for your video from soo long..thankyou for sharing..
Glad to hear that
Very informative !
Was a pleasure to just see you riding though cdnt meet you,at kalimpong town few months ago,great review brother🙏
I was planning to change the tyres on RE thunderbird 500 after lockdown. Thanks for the input I will definitely go the Timsun.
My experience with them has been very good. I hope yours is too
The way you talk about motorcycles 🤩
I think this is the most under ratted travel vlog channel. I deserve much more appreciation and subscriber man... ur contents r so creative and good.
Its been so long man missed your vlogs!!!!!
Great to see Faith and the Faithful together once again. Neatly done bro🙌🏼
Very interesting review of you modifications.
One of my favorite TH-camr❤❤.
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.always enjoy you video
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.love from sikkim👍
Superb video.. Loved the way you explained
Thank you!!
Good to see u back dude. hope ur doing fine in this lockdown I always watch ur videos and its kind knowledgeable
Thank you. Hope you are safe too
Well, I saw your Faith modifying video before, followed you for the entire TO2K. Cannot forget the terrains of Nepal that Faith has taken you. But as I don't ride a motorcycle cannot tell the tech aspects of it, but happy to know 90% of the modifications have been useful for you.
Hi,
I loved your insight about vehicle and modifications done as to why they were made.
Your video helped me on details of ride essentials (as I call it) as I own a thunderbird 500 as well.
Thank you. Hope you've watched the other videos on my channel too
Another well designed and professionally made video buddy... Keep inspiring... 👍
Very much informative video. Thank-you.
Waiting from a long time for this video.❤👌
MY THUNDERBIRD is true copy of Faith.
Sir i love ur videos very much...
Ur travel vlogs are awesome...
And the best part is when you give voice over and saying some beautiful lines...
And can't understand why and for what reason this channel is "Underrated".
Awesome viedo edits
LOVE FROM NEPAL 😍😍
Quality content mate 👍, vera level 👆🏾✌🏾
Only chanel where i see all the ads ❤️
I always love enjoying the way u narrate the stories u have and most importantly ur simplicity. However, I wish u to be more active so that we would get to see u more.
Bro good to see u back
Pls do a video about ur job , what made to passion to ride
And important of all how u manage funds for ur trip
Pls consider this and do a video bro . This might help many young riders who have passion to ride
You deserve more subscribers.
Alway enjoy your video ♥️
Much love from Assam♥️
Aapka video hai,like to denge hi. Isiliye pehle like deke baaki video dekhta huu. ❤️
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Favourite man 😍😍
Just saw your intro n i hit sub 😘😘😘👍👍
hope you make a similar video about your riding gear as well!
I love to watch ur videos bro lots of love from bangalore
Ahhhh. Faith😍😍. Was waiting for your long term review as I was in a dilemma whether to spend 900 rupees on the saddle stay. Now I will buy it right away after the lockdown.
It's a simple and neat addition
So good to see a video related to bikes from you, after a long time. Please make some videos regarding the riding gloves too if possible.
Good one Rohith. 👌🏻👌🏻
Thanks, Harry. Hope you've watched the new one
Great review
Thank you
My favorite u tuber
Awesome brother Love from Kolkata Mehul here met at Siliguri and one of the most waited questions wanted to ask which you cleared among them 😉
vibes are something that can't be eliminated. true. Tire review needed the most. Not many options available for the thunderbird in the market.
I have a similar setup on my thunderbird 350 as well. Do Try a fatter version of that motocross handlebar if possible to source, goes a long way on the vibes
Hey TFT! Great video! I miss seeing your riding footage but times are such that I doubt either of us will be out on the road anytime soon.
As for your handle bars, as crazy as it sounds, you can fill them with sand and it should do wonders. Just plug the ends with cork or a rubber plug. For years and years we used lead shot or sand to fill lightweight bars on choppers and dirt bikes. You might give it a shot and see if that does the trick for you.
RE 500 returns ... as always she looks awesome
Nice 👌
I feel you did this in a kind of hurry..wasn't as wholesome as your other videos. I was expecting something totally different when I read the title of the video. There is also a glitch in the middle! I am a dedicated follower, was wondering if all is well on your end.
Sir I'm fan of you
Thank you!!
Perfect utilisation of space...looks like space meant for shooting...
Good to see you bro...
For the handlebar, may be try the TB500X handlebar setup. RE parts are, usually, very fluid that way. One can interchange these parts easily.
The handlebars are usually more complex in terms of the engineering for stability and control standpoint than we tend to realize, any aftermarket fitment is going to mess with that precision mechanics of the entire setup- along with the seating position, seat height, controls, balance etc.
Wish you good health.
Love and peace...
After a long time it's really nice to see you traveller from AP police
Hi Jeji. Hope you are doing well. So nice to see your comment here
Just a thought about handlebar weight. You already have bar ends which helps. You could try filling the handlebars with lead shot (BBs). If that helps dampen the vibration, you would know that a new set of heavier handlebars would help. If it does not make any difference, changing handlebars may not help. I used to own a KLR-650 single cylinder and it would also vibrate heavily. My hands would go numb after a couple of hours of riding. I finally sold the bike and bought a Vstrom 650 twin.
Like all your videos specially the narration. Since I am an Royal Enfield technician I would like to give you some suggestions. 500 cc will vibrate at high speeds, no doubt. Heavy tyres will increase unsprung weight, bad for suspension & comfort. Please maintain company specified tyre pressure, front 20-22 psi, rear 30-32psi, great for comfort and maneuvering. Front fork oil capacity has been respecified 490 ml(previously 420ml) per fork, we put 470ml at work shops. Interceptor fork covers are of very good quality though pricey. Try handlebar from Thunderbird X models with the bar end vibration dampers, will be great for posture and great leverage for turning. Feel free to ask anything, will feel happy if my suggestions improve your riding experience.
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The best way to feel the world in such lockdown is by watching all your series of bike travel.....so much real and natural with amazing drone shots👌👌🔥🔥👍👍
Superbly done Rohith , much anticipated video. Would like details on how I can purchase these headlight , handlebar and knuckle guards 🙏🏼 thanks
Try making a video of complete planning for leh , ladakh trip like route to take, places to visit, essential things to Carry, best months to visit, and average expenditure for the trip
It would be great for the beginners like a lot of us
Exactly, AOM thunderbird handlebar does not have vibration.
Hai bro your Enfield is sweet your voice is sweet super be safe bro me also stay home safe bro 😷😷
Hey Rohith! You can go for the Art Of Motorcycles RD style handlebar. It's a little on the expensive side, but you can't go wrong with Art Of Motorcycles.
Always you're the best
Gurunatha
Planning to bike new bike?
OG Fan from Chennai 😬
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Good to see you back mate! Hope you're doing absolutely fine?
All okay. Hope you are too
@@TollFreeTraveller yes somewhat! But getting bored due to the lockdown and situation in West Bengal is quite grim. Anyways take care of yourself. 👍
thanks for the advice
hoping to get some modifications on my own bike when the warranty ends in a few months...
I also have a TB 500 :p
But,
I don't think the vibes issue is that bad if you can afford to not go 3 digit speeds.... 80-100 I find is comfortable for a long time... generally it's my neck and back that gets me tired than anything else...
Really looking forward to hitting the highway again once we're past this 😂😂😅
You should get in touch with Art of motorcycles for the handlebar
Intend to do so 🙌
@@TollFreeTraveller could you please tell me what type of LED is that?
Would you recommend this on my xpulse?
Thanks Cheers
@@iamshra1790 it wont fit in xpulse.. it designed for Enfields out there..
AOM very good handle bar
Any link or details of the handlebar at art of motorcycles.
Good one Rohit.
What happened to your village life story? Been waiting for it from long... Keep it rolling please...
Love from kerala
Subbed bro :)
This looks absolutely amazing. I am planning to get my thunderbird done and I would be riding almost 150 km daily and long distance every 6 months.
Any kind of help and suggestions are welcome.
Thanks in advance road mates.
For the handlebar try filling sand inside them.
It works!!
1) Get Art of motorcycles handlebar 2) Get the rear set foot pegs work done from art of motorcycles and modify the seat according to your hight and and handlebar posture. 3) Fork gaters 4) AOM have got better log lamps I’m eagerly waiting to get all this modes done on my thunderbird as well.
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Pls make one video on LED headlights installation ...... because of H7 and H4 sockets
I too have the RD handlebars on my TB 350 but this one is made by Barrel exhaust with some heavy metal and a thicker tube. Feels a bit solid. And you forgot to mention about those mirrors.
Put Art of motorcycle handlebar it works very well.
Best bike in RE series..
I like the content and the explanation. The one thing which makes the viewer's eyes uncomfortable is that the blur bike in the background. Thank you
Rohith I love my vehicles more than myself I do own three one is same as you do and that is Montra Madrock second Royal Enfield Classic Chestnut which is a BS4 motorcycle and third my Hyundai Grand i10 Nios which is Magna variant 💙💙💙💙I know you own a very big vehicle but the moto we shares the same and that is to “TRAVEL” we love to travel and share the same clone 💙💙
try on the thunderbird X handle bar ..its quite good
Bro need more reviews on Jacket s from basic to around 8 k budget
Brother you can increase the handle bar weights .. cheap fix.
Yaaaaayy Rohith :) good to see you back :) I wish I could post a picture of where I’m watching this - will dm you in insta :)