My 2007 Yamaha V-Star 1300 has no tachometer and a heel/toe shifter. It's great once you get use to it. Use your heel to upshift and use the balls of your feet to downshift.
"IT'S NOT A DIRT BIKE!" (That's what I was told.) Cruiser riders don't stand for bumps. If you want to stand rise on the balls of your feet on your floorboards between both sides of the shifter. That's what I do. NOTE: Floorboards ARE an option for the RE SM 650. I've been watching it pretty closely.
It's great value, RE is winning a lot of market here in Brazil. People is going nuts in anticipation over air cooled budget cruiser... Since the only japanese cruiser we have is the Vulcan 650 and the HD stopped to sell the 883 years ago... The little Meteor is selling like hot brigadeiros over here so I think RE is going to have a big demand on this bike worldwide
@@shllickywulfs8958 We all learn as we grow, I even find out the hard way sometimes, ...we just have to get him on a cb500x 😉🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 .... all bikes are awesome though👍🤙
Funnily enough, same thing was with Harley Davidson, but in the end he still disliked them. He understands why some ppl like HD but would never buy one I think yammie would not mind having a meteor 650 as a bob around city cruiser or sth
Love the heel shifter...I'm English. Have on my Meteor and your bump issue is alien to me. Great in hotter countries as footwear is lighter and you don't ruin your shoes 😁
i initially had the problem of accidental up shifts but soon realized that its quite easily avoided by just keeping my foot slightly further off the footpeg, which is also made easier coz of that RE build quality on the footpegs
@@Volgin. also people acting like RE bikes of today is comparable to RE of even one generation away. I got the classic 350 reborn and with its new engine and frame it is incomparably better than the old 350 or 500. Old RE had style and nostalgia but it was nostalgia with puddles of leaking oil and exploding parts. I assume with the meteor 650 it will be pretty much the same. People already really liked the engine of the interceptor but many had problems with the frame, people liked the meteor 350 but for being a proper cruiser it was way underpowered. So yeah, there has not really been something like this before from RE. Unlike HD, Honda etc etc you should really treat RE as a new company. Sure the badge is old and its building partly by reinventing its classics but yeah, that “reborn” thing is not just marketing.
I feel like RE has really hit a sweet spot with the 650 stuff. The quality at the lower price points makes them really accessible for beginners in the U.S. and by keeping it under 700cc they avoid a lot of the insurance up-charges. They're also not too bulky for street and international riders.
I've had the meteor 350 for 2 years now and I love it. I just wished it was bigger. Then I find out they are releasing this. Can't wait for this bike. I have to be honest I enjoy that heel shift
Welcome to India yam... I would love it if you'll vlog through the Indian roads and experience some commuting in India within traffic (especially in the metro cities like Mumbai). Believe me you'll have crazy views on that video..
@@yammienoob Please drive RE from where you are to Ladakh and back. It would be fun to have you explore the two wheeler automobile scene in India. I'd be happy to connect you with a few folks in Pune and Delhi who are closely working with the industry.
Great video, I’ve been anticipating this bike for a while. I bought a Meteor 350 as my first bike and am looking to upgrade to something a little bigger. I gotta disagree on that heel shifter though, my 350 is equipped with it and I love it, also before my 350 I had a no-ped with a heel shifter as well and I really enjoy them. Keep up the great content!
I love the fact super meteor has heel-toe shifter, a tiny component but a huge deal for a rider like me. I respect a rider like you seeking a different shifter as well.
I remember how Yam used to trash the RE 350s for a long time. But this is quite a fun review to watch especially since you have started to find a new liking towards RE. Great video Yam 🍠!
I love the RE 650 engine. I am very excited to see how it performs here im the states. Thanks to the INT650, this bike technically already has afternarket support from S&S. If someone wants to "hot rod" it, they can.
I own the meteor 350, which also has the heel shifter. At first i couldn't stand on it, but now i got used to the shifter and cannot imagine myself living without it. After getting used to it I can say that standing on the pegs is not a big deal, plus it feels much nicer to push something down with my heel than to lift it up with my toes, feels more relaxed and natural. Also pushing the lever with my heel means that i can wear my favorite shoes on my motorcycle without permanently damaging their looks.
I don't have a problem with the heel shifter with my meteor 350 .... It's been 5 years since I've owned one .... Its genting used to in 4 to 3 days.... I'm looking forward to upgrading to 650 ... Thanks Yam ... Very detailed & informative video it is 👍🏻
Interesting review athough, I really cannot see what the big deal is about the heal/toe shifter. I have a Meteor 350 and have never had that type of shifter on the Hondas that I owned before. However, the learning curve was short in getting used to it and now, I really like this shifter!
When I went from my KZ440 to my KZ1000, I adapted really quickly, and actually prefer the heel/toe shifter. 'Sides, if the Super Meteor 650 is supposed to be a cruiser--and I don't doubt it is--then I think that a heel/toe shifter is almost mandatory.
Yam went from dunking on RE to traveling to India to ride the newest release! Glad the RE hating days are over. I've done some RE content on my channel and look forward to testing one of these out as well.
@@sergentcolon1 I've done a review on my channel of the meteor 350 and have a continental GT 650 in my garage that we've done some mods to. They are fun bikes.
I remember thinking that the road looked like a desert in the U.S., but you were on the wrong side of the road! Oh, OK India... Thanks for the review. It is definitely on my radar.
I think this is the prefect timing for RA to release this motorcycle. No competition at all. Price is amazing. I have a harley and to me this bike looks good. For beginner riders or for your city bike its perfect.
Wow it an honor to have you here in India Papa yam!! I was so happy you could give your honest review of this bike. I’m so looking forward to test ride this myself (and own one soon) as a second Royal Enfield after my INT 650
@@cocaburra i really doubt it.. They already hv a huge fan following Not sure why theyd feel the need to pay a reviewer... They don't hv unlimited cash either They spend all of it in RnD... I can't remember the last time RE had an advertisement either
@@cocaburra May or may not be the case but RE does spend a lot on social media advertising. Yammienoob says so himself in the video. If you remember the 2019 Interceptor launch every famous TH-camr was accommodated in W hotel in Goa with all expenses paid. Never the less his review was still pretty straightforward without any obvious bias.
From trashing RE left right & centre to visiting india just to test ride brand new meteor 650… Well… papa yammi come long wayy🎉🎉🎉 Welcome to 🇮🇳 Have a pleasant stay mate
Great review, thanks for making it! Funny though.. The heel-toe shifter is one of my favourite features in my Meteor 350. I found it a bit weird at first but was used to it by the end of my very first ride. Now I find it adds to the relaxed cruiser feeling of the bike, and I actually miss it when I try bikes that don't have it. In terms of speed bumps, it's true you can't stand on the pegs of the 350 as easily as with other bikes as a result of the feet-forward position. I can lift my rear end for just long enough to clear a speed bump, but it's definitely more of a chore than with other bikes that don't have the sitting position. However I don't think I've ever had issues unintentionally shifting gears because of that. I'll have to pay attention when I finally get a chance to test ride the new 650 and see if it's more of a problem on it.
I was waiting for someone from the States to give their thoughts about this Super Meteor, I have been following the development of it since it was announced and shown in the EICMA, I'm really looking forward to see it stateside
Best 650 Meteor video so far. It shows some idea of the performance, thanks. I don't have an issue with the heal and toe shifter on my 350 Meteor, but then again, the foot controls are a little lower and a little further back on the smaller machine. Also, I rode Guzzis with heal/toe shifters for years. I'm hoping that R.E. comes out with more of a mid shifter option not quite so far forward. If they do, I'm trading in the 350. I love the 350, but it could use a few more ponies out there on the prairie.
Depois de subscrever ao canal por 2 anos e ver este video seguido de um outro com yammie noob falando português sobre a mesma mota... é o sinal. Tenho que experimentar esta RE. Amo esse canal cada vez mais. Grande abraço
You’re wrong about the heel-toe shifter. You just have to get used to it and adapt. Once folks get used to them, they never want to go back. I have both and I’d choose the heel-toe any day.
Nice first impression vid Yam, India is a fun and interesting place. I like that you gave a solid impression of the bike while keeping your usual smart-assery in check : ) and also the minimal dunking on the Vulcan 650, which I own and love. I do plan to get a RE Continental GT to go alongside my Vulcan and my Bonneville T100. Keep up the good work.
First experienced a heel shifter on my Moto Guzzi Ambassador in 1971, strange at first but grew to prefer it on cruisers. Of course it was no stranger then the three on the tank and foot clutch on the first motorcycle I ever rode, a '41 Indian Chief. 🙂
Looks like an interesting bike and it should sell well in the states at that price. I totally understand the heel shifter deal. I bought a new bike a few years back that had a heel shifter and I took it off before leaving the parking lot.
In india we definitely need the heel shifter because we like to ride with our slippers or flip flops and without heel shifter it hurts like hell. Wearing shoes while riding in extreme heat is a no no atleast for me .
Really hope they don't add cruise control in the future- the allure is the simplicity, no reason to complicate it. More technology just means more things that can break which aren't easily fixed.
Just learn to use the heal toe shifter, then you will love it. been riding them for years and that is all I want. I have never accidently shifted on one. Whish you young ? would just learn to use something the wright way in stead of gust getting rid of it. Other wise great video so far. Back to watching the rest. Do not need or want cruse control have it in my car and never use it, and do not even want it on a bike, and again get some time with a heal toe shifter learn how to use it and see all the advantages of it. 200 miles is nothing on a bike not even a good days ride, put 2000 miles plus on one then you know all about the bike. and then you will know how to use a heal toe shifter with out accidently shifting. I have been riding for over 55 years and many bikes, lately having two or three in the stable and try for a new one every year just love tiding different bikes, from 50cc to over 1000cc love them all. One thing I do wish is they would go back to having a kick start on these bikes, along with the electric, A great way to start the ride is kick starting the bike.
You were in our Incredible India for this run?! Awesome to see that. Hope you had some time to look around some awesome places while you were in my motherland.
Awesome review Yamm! Seems like a trip to remember?! Going to an ancient city plus getting to ride a newly launched bike. Hope you got to cross at least one thing on your bucket list? RE management just seems smart. I loved the Meteor 350 but didn't feel that it would do well on the highways in my state. I think a set of risers will improve the riding posture. I agree that I hope RE puts ride by wire with cruise control on future enhancements.
I never imagined myself on a RE until I had some sort of epiphany last July and bought an INT650. Must say, I never looked back! Most fun ever. This one will sell big time for sure.
Bro, great review and I really appreciate your thoughts on the RESM650. I noted that other than silliness at the end, there was less clowning around here. Thank you for that! You’ve got so much to offer, it’s good to see knowledge and insight take center stage.
I love these bikes, I’ve ridden my share of the four digit displacement bikes and everything in between, but any 650-ish bike is the best of all worlds. It’s where weight, power, art, science, practicality, experience and balance come together into two wheel perfection. Not just a "beginners bike” but a lifetime bike. The Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 is a beautiful representation of everything, a perfect motorcycle could ever hope to be.
I purchased a SM 650 about month back in Austin,TX and I love everything about this bike so far. I got the standard Trim and am slowly working on building the after market accessories,. I have always been a RE loyalist, having driven the classic 350 in India. So when this bike was available in the US, there were no questions or doubts. I am planning to take this bike on a long drive once the weather improves a little (winter here in TX). I still feel a slight wobble on the turns ( and this may be because the bike tires are still very new less than 200 miles on the bike so far, as I use this mostly less than 15 miles ).
Cruise control!!!!!!! `nononono ... `BIG NONO. As you said this is a an honest cruiser bike. I, myself, and I don't think I am in the minority, we want less electronics and computers and better frame, engines, seats, bars, etc. instead ... Just 2 analogue clocks are enough to give all your information ... honest, simple motoring.
My 2007 Yamaha V-Star 1300 has no tachometer and a heel/toe shifter. It's great once you get use to it. Use your heel to upshift and use the balls of your feet to downshift.
Big fan of the RE's, hope the aftermarket booms for them. Since Harley isn't interested in making classic air cooled bikes anymore I'll probably be buying RE.
I've got the Meteor 350 which has also got the heal shifter & I find it's very good once you get used to it-you don't really need to change the position of your foot depending on whether you're going up or down through the gears-your foot position doesn't change. I've also ridden mine off road quite a bit & had no isssues although generally off road you're not changing gear a lot anyway-usually 2nd or 3rd gear is suffice. Yes they are popular in the indian market simply because it's hot over their so they often wear jandals or such like so easier for them to use. Of coarse if you go back in time the early commuter bikes all had heal shifters.
Thanks for the review. I'm an older, experienced rider who owns a Meteor 350 right now, and I've been looking forward to the Super Meteor 650. I CAN'T WAIT till it arrives in the US! I think that the Super Meteor will redefine the cruiser category, because finally, we not only have a cruiser that looks good; it'll handle well too. That is, I think it'll be a sporty cruiser. Until now, cruisers were traditionally overweight, overpriced, and didn't handle worth a damn. The Super Meteor changes that. My Meteor 350 leans over far enough to scare me, and I think that this bike will do the same. Finally, a cruiser that handles well-thank goodness! As for the heel/toe shifter, my Meteor 350 has one. I didn't like it at first, but now I wouldn't want to live without it. That said, I understand that some Meteor 350 owners change out the shifter; I don't see why you couldn't do that with this bike too.
Yammie in India, reviewing a relatively new RE twin? That’s a pleasant surprise. Be careful on Indian roads though, they do bite. Hope you have a good time in India. Safe travels (rides), Cheers!
I finally got rid of the heel-toe shifter and installed a toe only shifter from TEC bike parts USA, wonderful no more false shifting. Now if I could replace the Tripper for a TACH, it would be much more betterer.
First thing I thought of was Sportster due to the way the rear finder looked but overall it's a nice looking bike, hopefully I find one to try out this summer and at 5'11" I think that 29" seat hight will feel nice, having a Electra Glide, Softail and KLR650 in my garage the Royal Enfield 650 would be a good fit being I just sold my 1200 sportster this last fall.
I didn't know you were coming to India. Would have loved to meet you. Thanks for the honest review. RE is one of the few brands left that capture the soul of motorcycling well.
With Himalayan 450 and 650, Shotgun 650, Classic 650, Scrambler 650, and COnstellation coming till 2024, you'll love Royal Enfield even more. Especially with HD having financial issues, and releasing 350cc for Indian market, RE is becoming the new HD.
I rode several different bikes from 1981 to 2015. Then I was bikeless😥(but searching) until last spring, when I read about the Meteor 350 and HAD to buy one. Not much was said about heel shifter. Let's just say that after I made it home from the dealer (somehow😵💫😵💫), I almost trailered it back to try to get my money back. Luckily, pride wouldn't let me admit to my boyfriend that I made a mistake. After a quick learning curve in more relaxed riding situations, I actually came to LOVE the heel shifter. Feels more solid and is much more comfortable. With the 650 having an even lower seat height than the 350, I might just be making another "1st ride on new bike" from dealer again soon. This time I won't piss off other drivers so much. The Super Meteor seems like it was made for me special order.
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My 2007 Yamaha V-Star 1300 has no tachometer and a heel/toe shifter. It's great once you get use to it. Use your heel to upshift and use the balls of your feet to downshift.
"IT'S NOT A DIRT BIKE!" (That's what I was told.) Cruiser riders don't stand for bumps. If you want to stand rise on the balls of your feet on your floorboards between both sides of the shifter. That's what I do.
NOTE: Floorboards ARE an option for the RE SM 650. I've been watching it pretty closely.
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There's a scammer under my comment with your name. Can you please check
Royal Enfield has "touring handlebar" as accessory for the Super Meteor.
It's great value, RE is winning a lot of market here in Brazil. People is going nuts in anticipation over air cooled budget cruiser... Since the only japanese cruiser we have is the Vulcan 650 and the HD stopped to sell the 883 years ago... The little Meteor is selling like hot brigadeiros over here so I think RE is going to have a big demand on this bike worldwide
Cara, essa moto vai chegar como provavelmente o melhor custo benefício pra viajar de moto sem ser de big trail. Estou bem hypado
Fora a paz de não ser perseguido por ladrões de moto....
@@filipenfs to considerando tbm acho que nessa faixa de preço vai ficar imbatível
@@christianspike kkk porra n é, sou do Rio e fico com cangaço danado de pegar uma Kawasaki e os mlk mete um Houdini nela
883 years 🤣🤣🤣🤣
From being a meme to being an 8.7…… RE sure has changed in the eyes of Yammie over time.
I think RE have impressed in most countries now….
I'll put my cb500x against any RE
@@shllickywulfs8958
We all learn as we grow, I even find out the hard way sometimes, ...we just have to get him on a cb500x 😉🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
.... all bikes are awesome though👍🤙
Funnily enough, same thing was with Harley Davidson, but in the end he still disliked them. He understands why some ppl like HD but would never buy one
I think yammie would not mind having a meteor 650 as a bob around city cruiser or sth
They aren’t really that bad.
Love the heel shifter...I'm English. Have on my Meteor and your bump issue is alien to me. Great in hotter countries as footwear is lighter and you don't ruin your shoes 😁
i initially had the problem of accidental up shifts but soon realized that its quite easily avoided by just keeping my foot slightly further off the footpeg, which is also made easier coz of that RE build quality on the footpegs
it gets harder to shift when riding in sandals or chappals
Well if one wear a Polished Shoe heel shifter saves it
@@910Amey no it doesn't my dad's using heel shifter wearing sandals since past 50 years
exactly. I miss that on my interceptor
Watching Yam go from being an RE clowner to an RE Enjoyer has been very fun to watch.
Because he needs new subscribers after losing thousands due to firing popular co-host
@@rubo1964 Or maybe he enjoyed the motorcycle? Or people can't change their opinions?
@@xxneggalee2785 Yea, a little disclosure would be nice.
Because he's paid
@@Volgin. also people acting like RE bikes of today is comparable to RE of even one generation away.
I got the classic 350 reborn and with its new engine and frame it is incomparably better than the old 350 or 500. Old RE had style and nostalgia but it was nostalgia with puddles of leaking oil and exploding parts.
I assume with the meteor 650 it will be pretty much the same.
People already really liked the engine of the interceptor but many had problems with the frame, people liked the meteor 350 but for being a proper cruiser it was way underpowered.
So yeah, there has not really been something like this before from RE. Unlike HD, Honda etc etc you should really treat RE as a new company. Sure the badge is old and its building partly by reinventing its classics but yeah, that “reborn” thing is not just marketing.
I feel like RE has really hit a sweet spot with the 650 stuff. The quality at the lower price points makes them really accessible for beginners in the U.S. and by keeping it under 700cc they avoid a lot of the insurance up-charges. They're also not too bulky for street and international riders.
Stop saying beginner! I've been riding for 54 years and I'd love to have one.
I agree
Yeah this is weird. What the hell is a beginner bike? Is the end goal to own a bike as big as possible? No.
I've had the meteor 350 for 2 years now and I love it. I just wished it was bigger. Then I find out they are releasing this. Can't wait for this bike. I have to be honest I enjoy that heel shift
So why buy a 350 when you want 650 performance ?
@@lancerbiker5263 2 years before he bought it I think 650 was not there
I just can't get over the fact that Yam left not only Texas but the entire USA to be in Jaisalmer to test ride the SM650
Finally!! Riding on the correct side of the road!!
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Funny
The English Motor Vehicles Rules.
😂😂😂😂😂
Awesome to see you in India. You need to take a Himalayan out for some off road/rough road adventures!
THAT would be cool! I'd like to see him take a Himalayan up to Ladakh or Kardung La... :)
itchy boots had done that
Welcome to India yam...
I would love it if you'll vlog through the Indian roads and experience some commuting in India within traffic (especially in the metro cities like Mumbai).
Believe me you'll have crazy views on that video..
Check back tomorrow! That's exactly the video we've got
@@yammienoob Please drive RE from where you are to Ladakh and back. It would be fun to have you explore the two wheeler automobile scene in India.
I'd be happy to connect you with a few folks in Pune and Delhi who are closely working with the industry.
@@visheshbansal3247 bhai Ladakh tak jaane mein mar jaayega woh.
@@yammienoob wow... I was going to ask exactly that...
Just put India in your title and see your views skyrocket .....😂😂😂
LOL Yam going worldwide now, time to review the R15 while you're in there
Hehe indian R15s are custom beasts lol
Heel shifter is a blessing for us sneaker heads who loves to ride with our Jordans on.
Great video, I’ve been anticipating this bike for a while. I bought a Meteor 350 as my first bike and am looking to upgrade to something a little bigger. I gotta disagree on that heel shifter though, my 350 is equipped with it and I love it, also before my 350 I had a no-ped with a heel shifter as well and I really enjoy them. Keep up the great content!
@@michaelmurdock4607 trade it in on the Super Meteor! Better yet, sell it privately, then go to your RE dealer to buy one outright... :)
Yes the one annoying thing about all the new REs is the lack of Rev counter..
@@michaelmurdock4607 🤣😂🤣😂
@@michaelmurdock4607 🤣 hahaha
I love the fact super meteor has heel-toe shifter, a tiny component but a huge deal for a rider like me. I respect a rider like you seeking a different shifter as well.
I remember how Yam used to trash the RE 350s for a long time. But this is quite a fun review to watch especially since you have started to find a new liking towards RE. Great video Yam 🍠!
350 is really a Trash TBH
@@m4xxxxxxxx-d7iTotally explain why so many people are buying them.
I love the RE 650 engine. I am very excited to see how it performs here im the states. Thanks to the INT650, this bike technically already has afternarket support from S&S. If someone wants to "hot rod" it, they can.
Bro actually went to India just to review the bike
I own the meteor 350, which also has the heel shifter. At first i couldn't stand on it, but now i got used to the shifter and cannot imagine myself living without it. After getting used to it I can say that standing on the pegs is not a big deal, plus it feels much nicer to push something down with my heel than to lift it up with my toes, feels more relaxed and natural. Also pushing the lever with my heel means that i can wear my favorite shoes on my motorcycle without permanently damaging their looks.
I don't have a problem with the heel shifter with my meteor 350 .... It's been 5 years since I've owned one .... Its genting used to in 4 to 3 days.... I'm looking forward to upgrading to 650 ... Thanks Yam ... Very detailed & informative video it is 👍🏻
Wow! What a treat! Came for a Super Meteor 650 review and found out that Yammie was in India! Hope you had a great visit. Love your reviews!
Interesting review athough, I really cannot see what the big deal is about the heal/toe shifter. I have a Meteor 350 and have never had that type of shifter on the Hondas that I owned before. However, the learning curve was short in getting used to it and now, I really like this shifter!
When I went from my KZ440 to my KZ1000, I adapted really quickly, and actually prefer the heel/toe shifter. 'Sides, if the Super Meteor 650 is supposed to be a cruiser--and I don't doubt it is--then I think that a heel/toe shifter is almost mandatory.
Nice to see Papa Yam out on a foreign mission! Great review. I have an Interceptor 650 and am thinking about making room in my garage for this!
Yam went from dunking on RE to traveling to India to ride the newest release! Glad the RE hating days are over. I've done some RE content on my channel and look forward to testing one of these out as well.
I wonder how much they're paying him
@@gregorsamsa1364 ever ridden any of the newer models yourself?
@@sergentcolon1 I've done a review on my channel of the meteor 350 and have a continental GT 650 in my garage that we've done some mods to. They are fun bikes.
I remember thinking that the road looked like a desert in the U.S., but you were on the wrong side of the road! Oh, OK India...
Thanks for the review. It is definitely on my radar.
I think this is the prefect timing for RA to release this motorcycle. No competition at all. Price is amazing. I have a harley and to me this bike looks good. For beginner riders or for your city bike its perfect.
RA? Royal Assfield?
Wow it an honor to have you here in India Papa yam!! I was so happy you could give your honest review of this bike. I’m so looking forward to test ride this myself (and own one soon) as a second Royal Enfield after my INT 650
He's paid by RE obviously
@@cocaburra i really doubt it..
They already hv a huge fan following
Not sure why theyd feel the need to pay a reviewer...
They don't hv unlimited cash either
They spend all of it in RnD...
I can't remember the last time RE had an advertisement either
@@cocaburra May or may not be the case but RE does spend a lot on social media advertising. Yammienoob says so himself in the video. If you remember the 2019 Interceptor launch every famous TH-camr was accommodated in W hotel in Goa with all expenses paid. Never the less his review was still pretty straightforward without any obvious bias.
From trashing RE left right & centre to visiting india just to test ride brand new meteor 650…
Well…
papa yammi come long wayy🎉🎉🎉
Welcome to 🇮🇳
Have a pleasant stay mate
The company invited youtubers from different countries I believe to test it out
You called it a "beginner bike". I think that it is more than that! I think it is a Masters bike!
Great review, thanks for making it!
Funny though.. The heel-toe shifter is one of my favourite features in my Meteor 350. I found it a bit weird at first but was used to it by the end of my very first ride. Now I find it adds to the relaxed cruiser feeling of the bike, and I actually miss it when I try bikes that don't have it.
In terms of speed bumps, it's true you can't stand on the pegs of the 350 as easily as with other bikes as a result of the feet-forward position. I can lift my rear end for just long enough to clear a speed bump, but it's definitely more of a chore than with other bikes that don't have the sitting position. However I don't think I've ever had issues unintentionally shifting gears because of that. I'll have to pay attention when I finally get a chance to test ride the new 650 and see if it's more of a problem on it.
Wow RE invited Yammie to India to ride this at launch? RE is going all out and the results are showing globally.
I was waiting for someone from the States to give their thoughts about this Super Meteor, I have been following the development of it since it was announced and shown in the EICMA, I'm really looking forward to see it stateside
See Revzilla, Jen Dunstan did a review, at least she knows what she's talking about.
Best 650 Meteor video so far. It shows some idea of the performance, thanks. I don't have an issue with the heal and toe shifter on my 350 Meteor, but then again, the foot controls are a little lower and a little further back on the smaller machine. Also, I rode Guzzis with heal/toe shifters for years. I'm hoping that R.E. comes out with more of a mid shifter option not quite so far forward. If they do, I'm trading in the 350. I love the 350, but it could use a few more ponies out there on the prairie.
Yammie was here in India for the press launch?
Wow! Welcome to India man. We hope you had a good time. I thoroughly enjoyed your review. 👍🏼
If i knew Yam was coming to India, i would have definitely met him. Have a fan boy moment and talk bikes.
Have some self respect.
@@SodiumSyndicate I'm pretty you don't have yours. Nothing wrong in meeting somebody and expressing their admiration for them. Get over with it man
@@anootoshsarkar686 There's a difference between admiration & bootlicking.
As would I man! Talk to Yam about bikes amidst dunes, so cool. And don't mind some other comments, westerners are generally rude and don't get it.
Depois de subscrever ao canal por 2 anos e ver este video seguido de um outro com yammie noob falando português sobre a mesma mota... é o sinal. Tenho que experimentar esta RE.
Amo esse canal cada vez mais. Grande abraço
You’re wrong about the heel-toe shifter. You just have to get used to it and adapt.
Once folks get used to them, they never want to go back. I have both and I’d choose the heel-toe any day.
Great review! Love the transitions you have on video 7:01
Nice first impression vid Yam, India is a fun and interesting place. I like that you gave a solid impression of the bike while keeping your usual smart-assery in check : ) and also the minimal dunking on the Vulcan 650, which I own and love. I do plan to get a RE Continental GT to go alongside my Vulcan and my Bonneville T100. Keep up the good work.
First experienced a heel shifter on my Moto Guzzi Ambassador in 1971, strange at first but grew to prefer it on cruisers. Of course it was no stranger then the three on the tank and foot clutch on the first motorcycle I ever rode, a '41 Indian Chief. 🙂
Looks like an interesting bike and it should sell well in the states at that price. I totally understand the heel shifter deal. I bought a new bike a few years back that had a heel shifter and I took it off before leaving the parking lot.
In india we definitely need the heel shifter because we like to ride with our slippers or flip flops and without heel shifter it hurts like hell. Wearing shoes while riding in extreme heat is a no no atleast for me .
You will get chaallan (fine) if u ride on slipper
Welcome to India Yammie, Great to See you review the Super Meteor 650 on Indian Roads....
I appreciate your Objective Review. Putting all personal opinions aside.
Godspeed Yammie
Really hope they don't add cruise control in the future- the allure is the simplicity, no reason to complicate it. More technology just means more things that can break which aren't easily fixed.
Just learn to use the heal toe shifter, then you will love it. been riding them for years and that is all I want. I have never accidently shifted on one. Whish you young ? would just learn to use something the wright way in stead of gust getting rid of it. Other wise great video so far. Back to watching the rest. Do not need or want cruse control have it in my car and never use it, and do not even want it on a bike, and again get some time with a heal toe shifter learn how to use it and see all the advantages of it. 200 miles is nothing on a bike not even a good days ride, put 2000 miles plus on one then you know all about the bike. and then you will know how to use a heal toe shifter with out accidently shifting. I have been riding for over 55 years and many bikes, lately having two or three in the stable and try for a new one every year just love tiding different bikes, from 50cc to over 1000cc love them all. One thing I do wish is they would go back to having a kick start on these bikes, along with the electric, A great way to start the ride is kick starting the bike.
beautiful honest review from a beautiful india... very enjoyable to watch! good work
I swearrr I love you for coming to India non the less Rajasthan to enjoy an Enfield… Talk about a 360 No Scope! Noob it!
Brilliant, going all the way to Indian for fantastic content. I think I’ll be taking a test run on one when they become available.
You were in our Incredible India for this run?! Awesome to see that. Hope you had some time to look around some awesome places while you were in my motherland.
Damn Yammie!!!! You came to India for testing the bike!!!! Seems you were quite interested in the bike.❤️
Awesome review Yamm! Seems like a trip to remember?! Going to an ancient city plus getting to ride a newly launched bike. Hope you got to cross at least one thing on your bucket list? RE management just seems smart. I loved the Meteor 350 but didn't feel that it would do well on the highways in my state. I think a set of risers will improve the riding posture. I agree that I hope RE puts ride by wire with cruise control on future enhancements.
I would buy this motorcycle over the Interceptor 650 mainly like the cast wheels and of course the overall looks of the bike.
Good to see you here in India! A big surprise!
I never imagined myself on a RE until I had some sort of epiphany last July and bought an INT650. Must say, I never looked back! Most fun ever. This one will sell big time for sure.
The "highlighted" reply is a scam. DO NOT GIVE OUT YOUR INFO!!!!!
Bro, great review and I really appreciate your thoughts on the RESM650. I noted that other than silliness at the end, there was less clowning around here. Thank you for that! You’ve got so much to offer, it’s good to see knowledge and insight take center stage.
I love these bikes, I’ve ridden my share of the four digit displacement bikes and everything in between, but any 650-ish bike is the best of all worlds. It’s where weight, power, art, science, practicality, experience and balance come together into two wheel perfection. Not just a "beginners bike” but a lifetime bike. The Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 is a beautiful representation of everything, a perfect motorcycle could ever hope to be.
I purchased a SM 650 about month back in Austin,TX and I love everything about this bike so far. I got the standard Trim and am slowly working on building the after market accessories,. I have always been a RE loyalist, having driven the classic 350 in India. So when this bike was available in the US, there were no questions or doubts. I am planning to take this bike on a long drive once the weather improves a little (winter here in TX). I still feel a slight wobble on the turns ( and this may be because the bike tires are still very new less than 200 miles on the bike so far, as I use this mostly less than 15 miles ).
I am pretty sure there will be an option to not have the heel shifter for the overseas models. They may never offer a heel shifter overseas.
Sounds like I need to add one of these to my garage. I really like what RE did with the Continental.
Cruise control!!!!!!! `nononono ... `BIG NONO. As you said this is a an honest cruiser bike. I, myself, and I don't think I am in the minority, we want less electronics and computers and better frame, engines, seats, bars, etc. instead ... Just 2 analogue clocks are enough to give all your information ... honest, simple motoring.
That's dank. Much love from the Land of REs.
Omg Yamie in India.
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Welcome to India brother.
Hope you had a blast.
It’s the old air-cooled Triumph Bonneville America reborn. That’s a good thing in my book.
I’ve been waiting for this bike since i saw the first pictures of it I’m glad your as excited as I am
welcome to inida, Happy to see this being a huge fan of you guys
When I was a lad(I’m 62!) 650 was a big bike!&people still cruised the whole country on em!🥴👍
Yeah, they're almost making it sound like this would be good for children in the US! It sounds a little crazy to me.
I'm rubbing and adjusting my eyes a thousand times again and again ..can't believe to see yammienoob riding a RE bike in India
Just got a 2024 today. It's my first new bike...only took a 40-mile cruise hime ao far, but I am loving it.
My 2007 Yamaha V-Star 1300 has no tachometer and a heel/toe shifter. It's great once you get use to it. Use your heel to upshift and use the balls of your feet to downshift.
It's interesting to watch how much he's changed this trying RE. I guess it can only be a testament to the quality of product they make
Big fan of the RE's, hope the aftermarket booms for them. Since Harley isn't interested in making classic air cooled bikes anymore I'll probably be buying RE.
I've got the Meteor 350 which has also got the heal shifter & I find it's very good once you get used to it-you don't really need to change the position of your foot depending on whether you're going up or down through the gears-your foot position doesn't change. I've also ridden mine off road quite a bit & had no isssues although generally off road you're not changing gear a lot anyway-usually 2nd or 3rd gear is suffice. Yes they are popular in the indian market simply because it's hot over their so they often wear jandals or such like so easier for them to use. Of coarse if you go back in time the early commuter bikes all had heal shifters.
Não sabia que você fala português, foi uma feliz surpresa descobrir isso! Parabéns pelo seu trabalho!
I’m buying one to make it a club style bike haha tbars blacked out road warrior fairing, 2into1 pipe…
Thanks for the review. I'm an older, experienced rider who owns a Meteor 350 right now, and I've been looking forward to the Super Meteor 650. I CAN'T WAIT till it arrives in the US! I think that the Super Meteor will redefine the cruiser category, because finally, we not only have a cruiser that looks good; it'll handle well too. That is, I think it'll be a sporty cruiser. Until now, cruisers were traditionally overweight, overpriced, and didn't handle worth a damn. The Super Meteor changes that. My Meteor 350 leans over far enough to scare me, and I think that this bike will do the same. Finally, a cruiser that handles well-thank goodness!
As for the heel/toe shifter, my Meteor 350 has one. I didn't like it at first, but now I wouldn't want to live without it. That said, I understand that some Meteor 350 owners change out the shifter; I don't see why you couldn't do that with this bike too.
I love the heel shifter.
I’ve been eyeing the INT650 and the Meteor for years and I feel REALLY ATTRACTED to this bike. I really want this.
Yammie in India, reviewing a relatively new RE twin? That’s a pleasant surprise.
Be careful on Indian roads though, they do bite.
Hope you have a good time in India. Safe travels (rides), Cheers!
wow I didn't expect Yammie to be a part of this at all, this was shocking.
Really loved to see you in India 🔥🤙
I finally got rid of the heel-toe shifter and installed a toe only shifter from TEC bike parts USA, wonderful no more false shifting. Now if I could replace the Tripper for a TACH, it would be much more betterer.
First thing I thought of was Sportster due to the way the rear finder looked but overall it's a nice looking bike, hopefully I find one to try out this summer and at 5'11" I think that 29" seat hight will feel nice, having a Electra Glide, Softail and KLR650 in my garage the Royal Enfield 650 would be a good fit being I just sold my 1200 sportster this last fall.
Hey yammie do give away and deliver your goods to India too
I will be aiming for one very soon. Your review helped to make my mind.
Great to see you in India Yammie!
Meet up in india ?
I ride a '98 Honda Shadow Aero, love my heel shifter. Wouldn't want it any other way.
Such a honor and privilege to be invited by Royal and field to India. Wow. Enjoy it. Make some time to see the sites.
Wait, Mr. Yammie was in India!
I really, really, really want those black engine covers for my Interceptor.
Why not paint it ?
A belt final drive or a shaft could have been nice too.
The heel shifter is infact the most useful once you get used to it.
Let’s hope they create a decent aftermarket exhaust!
I'm sure Hitchcock's Motorcycles in the UK will have something soon enough... :)
No pls... It's irritating as hell
So happy to see you in India, Hope you had a good time...
I didn't know you were coming to India. Would have loved to meet you. Thanks for the honest review.
RE is one of the few brands left that capture the soul of motorcycling well.
Never thought yam would ride a tn board motorcycle
With Himalayan 450 and 650, Shotgun 650, Classic 650, Scrambler 650, and COnstellation coming till 2024, you'll love Royal Enfield even more. Especially with HD having financial issues, and releasing 350cc for Indian market, RE is becoming the new HD.
I rode several different bikes from 1981 to 2015. Then I was bikeless😥(but searching) until last spring, when I read about the Meteor 350 and HAD to buy one. Not much was said about heel shifter. Let's just say that after I made it home from the dealer (somehow😵💫😵💫), I almost trailered it back to try to get my money back. Luckily, pride wouldn't let me admit to my boyfriend that I made a mistake. After a quick learning curve in more relaxed riding situations, I actually came to LOVE the heel shifter. Feels more solid and is much more comfortable. With the 650 having an even lower seat height than the 350, I might just be making another "1st ride on new bike" from dealer again soon. This time I won't piss off other drivers so much. The Super Meteor seems like it was made for me special order.