Since u jumped right into comment section problem he mentioned are as follows: 1- foot rest/peg positioning 2- issue in stock seat 3- headlight spread in night 4- No gearshift indicator 5- No clock in console 6- fuel gauge fluctuation 7- Random check lights 8- Handlebars positioning 9- Issue in Horn Button after every wash 10- Sitting position might not suitable for everyone 11- Right rear view mirror 12- jerk under 2000 RPM 13- Rusting in Front Disk At last His opinion, he gave this beauty 9/10 from Lucknow Regards
indians still not mature to take criticism .lol look at all the dislikes... when i buy a bike i wanna know the bad things more than good things..and this video helps me .. thank you for uploading this
@@cardoode Hi,First and foremost, let me start off by saying this: Thank you for watching the video and taking time to put out this response, even though it is clearly a personal attack. I did mention that some of these are ergonomic issues and will differ from personal preference and the rider’s build. 1. I went for the touring seat going by feedback I received from my auto journalist friends who said the stock seat was too soft and would sag soon. I had taken two short test rides of the Interceptor before finalising it and hadn’t sampled it in heavy traffic where I would be forced to take my feet off the pegs and place them on the road frequently. That I figured out after getting the bike, using it in real world conditions. I don’t find this hilarious at all. Slightly flatter bars does not translate into a Continental GT. I bought my bike for touring and commuting - I never was going for a cafe racer. 2. No, I don’t think no gearshift indicator is a stupid argument. Not the top priority in my list either, but while cruising in the 6th gear, I tend to try and upshift thinking there would be another one to go. Having a small display on the screen doesn’t harm and only keeps one aware. What’s the big deal here? I never claimed to be a great rider, not even close, so feel free to think whatever you do about my riding. 3. I did that, I adjusted the mirror from the stalks but I still don’t get as good a view as I do from the left mirror. 4. Yes, I shift in traffic under 2k rpm, and lazily ride in the second gear. What does that have to do with riding sports bikes? It turned out to be a clutch setting issue. And now that it is resolved, I still shift from first to second in traffic under 2k rpm and it works just fine for me. I don’t find it a funny way to shift. 5. I did put a clock on the bike. Don’t understand the reason behind you going after me spending/saving money on the mount. But, moving on… I wouldn’t call it nitpicking. These are ergonomic/oversights, that could have been sorted from the factory rather that me looking into it.
@@cardoode Yes, I have ridden quite a few Harleys. The reason why this is a bigger problem on the Interceptor than on any Harley is due to the RE having a taller seat height. The seat on the Harleys are so low that your knees are bent to place them on the road and naturally the legs sit ahead of the body, clearing the pegs. Not the case with the Interceptor. The taller seat here results in your legs being largely straight when placed on the road, and here, in this case, the pegs do intrude. And no, slightly altering the riding geometry doesn’t say that this particular bike is not for me. I found a problem, I fixed it for me. There is tons to like in this bike, which I do. I do not agree with your analysis here.Most Interceptor owners I know are pulling back their handlebars because there is an unnecessary reach to the factory set up. The stock set up has your arms dead straight without a slight bend in the elbows. I don’t think that is how a stock setting should be. Again, I called it a personal and ergonomic issue. Not sure what got you so riled up over it.
Criticism is: this is where I disagree and what you probably you could have done instead. Personal attack is: this is stupid, you are a grear rider, funny how you shift, saving money and spending couple of hundred bucks on the clock etc. Go back, read the tone of your message and introspect once, just as you ask me to be open to criticism. Engage in a healthy critical conversation and I am all ears.
Riding since I was 16 ! 23 to 25, in college, enjoyed on a Yamaha 350cc 2 stroke ! 35 years later, on Oct 2nd this year, bought a Royal Enfield 650 Interceptor ! Complete blast on crowded Pune roads, India ! 61 years now & having the time of my life all the way, everyday, on my value for money Interceptor! Enough power for most maneuvers & for blasting through traffic gaps! Not heavy on mind or pocket or to move around ( I'm almost 6ft & 92 kg, lifelong athlete !).
Most of the issues he talks about seem like a lot. But what you've got to remember is that he's someone who comes from riding a triumph most of the time - so his baseline is that! For most people who're buying this who dont come from an expensive bike baseline, this bike should keep you very happy - he himself says that at the end. Besides look at what reviewers in UK, US, Aus are saying. The build quality of the bike is bullet proof (no pun intended)!
I've heard of the mudguard cracking (it is plastic), indicators should have been better looking and the flexible kinds, have seen loose connections and the bike not starting etc. Still, small issues.
I had more than 30 bikes, from 125 to 1400cc, sport bikes, standard bikes, cruisers and enduros. The foot peg position must have been different on each bike but I never had a problem, ever. I wonder what's different on the RE 650. For the handle bar situation google "motorcycle bar backs" or SW Motech "bar backs", if you haven't already. These things set your bars a bit closer to you, or higher, or both, depending on what you want. They work great! Don't forget that just half an inch makes quite a difference. (That's what she said, ha ha.)
Bhai now u have the entire package, welcome to RE community, these are all negligible issues by RE, they need something serious, kinda engine blasted, bike going reverse in 3rd gear, these are real issues, anything else is just pep talk for them
Nice video covering relevant aspects. Dont get riled at people who have not owned it yet. I have Chrome Mk2 which I bought on a whim on my 53rd Birthday. Beautiful feel and Happines abounds. But all your points are absolutely Bang on! Foot pegs attack the shins, esp when you are pushing/reversing the bike out of the garage. Initially every ride used to start with a scrape on the shins and end with a buff on the shoes Keeping your feet ahead while maneuvering by feet helps. The riding geometry is important else means changing other things too. Could RE make the spring loaded to travel back and front too???. The Touring seat is important. The dealer had the touring seat on the Display bike which I chose, but delivered it with the similar looking stock seat. Should have still gone for touring seat. The Light during night is pure inadequate. Driving at ni with stock not recommended. The long fly screen is brittle and too short. During first service the mechanic cracked it whilst adhusting the handle bars. The screen of the meteor is sturdier and taller and keeps bugs away. The exhaust positioning is not suited for taking a leisurely evening ride to the club with an elegantly attired companion. Scalds and burns can leave marks 🔥 Good review other points too merit attention. Feel for my age a Meteor would have been better.
Most people commenting that these are small issues. Well, when you pay 3lakh INR for a motorcycle, these issues don't categorize into small ones. That is some serious money I have paid and I want a quality product. I am amazed at how much we have lowered our standards when it comes to RE products. Imagine these issues being faced on a Yamaha or Honda, people would be trolling them. I don't want my Brake discs to rust or the electrical to go kaput after a simple rain. The seat cushioning although not a major niggle and can be sorted for less than 1000 bucks still shows how much thought RE gives into designing stuff. It's common sense long rides need firm padded seats. My pillion hated Interceptor's seat, and this coming from someone who sits on a Duke 390. Also, not sure why RE didnt provide LED headlights. Hero is providing those on a 90k motorcycle. The handlebar is placed too aggressive for a touring motorcycle. The 1st thing my friend replaced on his Interceptor was the handlebar, so what was the point of RE marketing this as a tourer? The fuel tank is small as well, unless you ride with a soft hand, 300km is impossible on a full tank. Too many issues for me to spend 3lakh on.
Yes, these are legit issues, but one gets used to the messed up ergonomics after a point of time. I believe RE would be able to sort out most issues in version 2.0, whenever that comes.
@@abhinavbhatt If you know RE, you already know there is no 2.0 version coming anytime soon, or ever. As much good a motorcycle the Interceptor is, it's not a good product. I thought RE had finally improved, but no. They continue dishing out half baked products in the name of 'True Biking' and us idiots continue to throw our money at them.
Hi. I think RE has taken the game seriously this time around. Most of my complaints are ergonomic. It is a good bike. I still believe RE should charge 50k extra and give the quality they skimped upon. Not one person will complain.
Clear and precise review! 👍🏽 I am getting my ravishing red delivered next week. I agree about the footpegs being at an odd position and hopefully re will solve this issue in the future. I found the handlebar also to be a bit too stretched out and plan to pull it back as well. The rest of the issues I can live with since there’s no other motorcycle in this segment and price. Cheers and ride safe
Good unbiased test report Abhinav. I've been riding bikes for 55 years now. My present bike is a 920cc Moto Guzzi Bellagio Luxury. But I'm seriously considering an Interceptor, with a touring seat and S&S silencers as possibly my last ever bike. My only worry now will be the damp in the electrics, the mirrors, and the rust, as i live in France. Perhaps i need to move to India.
If you move to India, for the price you will pay for the Interceptor in France, you can buy one here, tour on it for a year, sell it and go back home peacefully. But really, it is a lovely fuss free bike. I enjoy riding it a lot more than my Triumph Street Triple and track prepped 150cc Yamaha.
@@abhinavbhatt I'm in Canada. I have loved the Enfields but the 500 single was too taxed with all the freeway and hiway riding needed around here. I've been following the twin development, the first ride reviews and now there are actual owner reviews
Before i came here to watch the video, i had already read bout it on the NDTV site!!! That made me realize you are associated with Car and Bike show!!!! Off all the things that you have mentioned, i think the rusting of certain parts is a big issue. The problem would Quadruple if one uses the bike in Humid climate like Mumbai. I have had Yamaha FZ16 for last 10 years and the parts started rusting only after 6 years or so. And i would add that the rust is expanding at a very slow pace. I can literally ignore em. And i live in Mumbai. Even the electrics beginning to light up like a Christmas tree is a worrying thing. It certainly means that the bike would be in trouble in Rainy season!!! ThanQ for taking the time for expanding on all the issues. Very helpful.
Hey Jayanand. Thank you for this comment. I think the rust is an issue only on the tips of the exhaust and the front disc. They coated the exhaust tips again and it hasn't rusted since. They are also working on a coating dor the front disc brake that should rectify the issue. I believe this bike will hold up beautifully if taken care of properly. Let's see how it holds up in humid climate though.
@@whyowhy4571 thanQ for elaborating on that point. There are very few people who review, who talk about the bad aspects of a vehicle. Most of the times it's all goodie good. So taking such things with a pinch of salt is not a bad thing. Fools are those who accept such verdicts to be the absolute truth and go by it as the last word.
You are a very confident and very good rider. It was impressive watching your skills in a very advanced riding situation. Not even a semi-truck coming into your lane shook you. You just kept talking and giving your review, which was quite insightful. Thank you for the info and the fun ride with you.
It's great that you've taken the time to go over the issues that bother you as there's a lot of interest in this very nice motorcycle. Most of the issues, thankfully, seem minor and what bothers you might not effect another rider, (for example the ergonomic fit of the bike to you). What does concern me are the electrical problems after you wash the bike. Are you using a pressure washer that might be forcing water into areas it doesn't belong or just a low pressure hose? Re rust, brake rotors with high iron content will rust after washing but it should mostly disappear with a few applications of the brake. The exhaust, however, should not be rusting. Please keep us posted on how the bike is performing. And make a video of the 13 things you like about the bike too.
Hello Robert. Yes, these are concerns that bother me and ergonomics will always differ from person to person. I actually did also talk about what all I like about the bike on the same ride but yet to edit that video. Yes, the bike was pressure washed but I believe water should still not enter anywhere. Rust on discs is always just surface area rust and doesn't matter. The exhausts aren't rusting anymore. RE put a coating and paint towards the top of the exhausts. All said and done, it is still a bike worth buying. Cheers
Totally agree with your review sir. I took the test ride and experienced the same. The odd positioning of foot pegs makes the side stand cover and gets too tough to operate. 👍 Thankyou for this 😊
Thanks, Abhinav for pointing out such very important points. We hope Royal Enfield will certainly look into those valuable customer reviews to improve their product quality which they are facing already from customers on their upcoming twin's deliveries. The points which caught my attention most are Fuel Gauge, Brake Rusting, Seat comfort, water sips in Instrument cluster housing and Footpeg.
Hello, I've been riding my interceptor 650 for about 4 months now everyday and completed my 5000 km service. Found both front and back brake pads have worn off costing about 5000 RS for both. I feel this is a concern for everyday riding.
Nice video. I'm used to cruisers and I hate the foot position on this bike. That's what is keeping me from buying it so far. Hope RE does something to move the rider's feet to the front.
The RE 650's are just starting arrive in the UK and have received enthusiastic reviews. However, that's not the same an owner riders experience, so I appreciate you posting this video. I know exactly what you mean about badly placed footrests, as I have the same problem on my current bike, Honda ST1100, so it's good to hear that you can swap to the Continental footrests easily. I'm just waiting for the end of another chilly UK winter before booking a test ride on a new RE 650. Incidentally, I spent 5 months in India in 1991, New Delhi and Gaya, Bihar. It's nice to see that travelling on India's roads are very much how I remember them. Delightfully chaotic compared to the over regulated UK ones.
Thanks for taking the time to put up this thoughtful review. Here in the USA, in the UK and in Australia, we're only now seeing the very first deliveries of these new 650s. The Enfield owners' communities outside of India are really very small. In fact, most people in the USA have never even heard of "Royal Enfield." So we're very interested in what actual owners have to say about these new beasts, and not just motorcycle press reviewers. I believe there is a chance these new twins and the Himalayan may help make RE more than just a niche market here for weirdos like me.
Hello. Yes, that was the point of this video. Only after spending a considerable amount of time with a product can one start to understand what sticks and what does not. The Himalayan, though a decent attempt, suffers from a lack of power. May be once this 650 engine is dropped in ADV style frame, will we get a proper base adventure bike from Royal Enfield. This Interceptor might still feel underpowered to you guys in the West, especially on highway rides.
Your 650 seemed PLENTY fast enough for me. But then I tour here in the USA on a 2005 Bullet 500ES "Military Model" with the old "Iron Cylinder" pre-unit engine and 5-speed gearbox in that green you cannot legally own in India, since it's reserved for the military there. It likes to cruise at about 90 km/hour, so I try to stay off our Interstate highways. I don't want to be on those highways anyway. The smaller back roads are much nicer. Actually, the Bullet is a fine little tourer, if you're doing it right.
Dude instead of buying interceptor you could buy continental GT only right?? So why did you buy interceptor man! Lol bro😂 seriously! If u want aggressive style means you could buy continental GT!
I never said I want aggressive style. I just explained what doesn't work and would be forced to change to a slightly sporty set up. I don't like the way the Continental GT looks, by the way.
I think with a lot of new bikes ,there are issues that most riders deal with to personalize it. Love the look of it! It looks like you have to be very alert while riding there.
I have never had a problem with the foot pegs placement. May have something to do with being just shy of 2 meters tall. As for everything else it is all upgradeable by user preference except the low rpm jerk. I have yet to have a problem with the horn or random dash lights. I also appreciate no clock as it let me add one in my style.
I feel the bike is great, but having it since 15 days now , I can say three issues that I have come across, one is the petrol meter is not accurate (as you've mentioned) also I see that the front suspension is not stiff for high speeds, the moment I go above 110, a single patchy road (that you can expect on Indian highways as well) the motorcycle handle suffer wobbles, again my gear lever was knacky and hard to engage but was fixed after first service with some clutch adjustments. Major cncern for me is the petrol meter (obviously it's not fuel efficient when you can't make out how much your motorcycle has drunk and how much is left, for longer rides it's not ideal) and the second major concern is the wobbly handle coz of softer suspension on higher speeds. Can't complain much coz RE must've kept city commute as well in mind while designing the front forks. But in the end just like you've mentioned, there is still a relation with this motorcycle and it's near and dear to my heart 💓 I've recently started following your content is really cool, cheers
El mayor problema de esta moto es su inestabilidad arriba de los 120kmh es muy innestable lo que hace que sea imposible hacer un viaje con ella a velocidades legales... Saludos.
Great video. Looking to upgrade from a C500 and this is quite informative as not many in my circles are as into bikes. Subbed. General word of warning regarding that mount. Had a similar one on mine. Make sure that the small brace around the ball joint is metal because some of the cheap mounts come with plastic braces which snap near the joint at a point you could barely notice and this will cause your phone holder to move around a lot and the phone could fall out. Personally would advise on a RAM mount as I hear that they're better made.
Hi Shreyas. Thank you. As for RAM mount, it is quite expensive. This mount has served its purpose well but looks damn ugly. So I have switched to an aluminium unit. Better any day.
Congratulations on your purchase and a fantastic review. Have been watching a lot of reviews on this bike and you rank in the top three of my favorite reviews the other two being one from Powerdrift and second by Shumar of Overdrive.. So you are top there man! Few of my responses Now Footpegs: Can they be fabricated to move a bit further? I feel RE should do this at the factory itself giving a relaxed stance and creating a perfect right angle for the legs Seat: Well this has to be customized.. it is poor design in my opinion especially for the pillion Headlight: I feel a pair of aux lights would solve this Handlebars: You have done your bit... for someone who is shorter adding risers in addition to pulling them back could help OR buy a new pull back design handle bar.. One question.. how tight are the cables do they have margins for a bigger handlebar? Cheers1
Hi Sagar. Thank you for the positive response. I believe it shouldn't be too difficult to just swap the whole footpeg assembly from the Continental GT 650. It costs about Rs 6,000. I shall try it soon and the video will definitely be here. I am still looking for a proper seat maker. I don't want a cheap seat. I don't mind paying a bit of premium either as long as the product is worth it. Yes, aux lights will fix the issue. RE has 4 cm taller handlebars in the pipeline. That should help. I don't think there will be any cable clearance issue. If you can't wait, best to try a pair of handlebar risers. Cheers
Thanks a lot bro for some genuine talk about the bike and the quality of its components. It is good to see that someone is looking past the huge strides that RE has made with this bike and is actually voicing the issues that owners will face. Personally, the rusting problem felt quite interesting since I have had the exact same issue with my avenger 220 cruise. Looks like both of these companies have cut corners and compromised with quality to keep the price down. I also have a discover 135 sport which i bought almost a decade back. Its handlebars which are also chrome have only got some nominal rust even though the bike has seen far worse than my avenger. My conclusion out of all this is: It is a 'use and throw' ka zamana! Nothing's built to last these days, not even an RE. You are supposed to use it for 5 years and throw it away, no matter how good care you take of it.
Hi Aniduddha. Actually, RE has done a commendable job with this bike. Small niggles persist, but they have been listening to users, taking feedback and fixing issues as fast as they possibly can. For example, I was the first person to complain about the Brembo disc rusting. They replaced it with a new one. When that started rusting too, they went back to the drawing board and came up with a new coating on the disc that does not let it rust any more. Same thing for the exhaust tips. Some other owners faced suspension issues, and RE changed the suspension promptly. RE is very very serious about the Twins and are going the extra mile to ensure a pleasant experience to users. That in my opinion is a pretty big deal. They are also using quality components. Excel rims that are made in Malaysia, Pirelli Phantomcomp tyres, Brembo front rotor and brake pads. I am very impressed with this bike. But I really believe issues owners may face need to be highlighted.
@@abhinavbhatt that is true. But RE in my opinion still needs to do better. The reason why i compared my avenger's quality with that of the twin is that avenger is far cheaper. I dont expect good quality in a bike that costs under 1 lakh (although i haven't had the slightest issue with it other than the rusting). But when i talk about the twins, which cost almost thrice the amount, i dont expect to face the same issues that i get in my avenger. Imagine having a bike that can do 160 kph in record time, but has some silly rusting issues. It is like encountering speedbreakers on an expressway. I really want to own an Interceptor. But i dont want to regret it later.
Dear Abhinav, I have purchased interceptor recently and my friend as well. From day one we are experiencing this problem of noise coming front portion of the bike kat kat kat whenever it goes over normal gravel or bad patches. When we went to service center they said this is due to floating disc plate technology and they showed the play happening in the plate as well. When we asked how to stop this, they dont have any solution to it and they just trying to impose it on us saying everything is all right with the bike and we need to accept the noise. Now I am doing some R&D through local custom builder here in Bangalore to get rid of that sound , we have put 2 bolts in the front disc plate and jammed the movement but still sound comes from front t set. Have u experienced something like this if yes can u suggest pakka solution for the same to get rid plz.
The sound is very irritating.. I've experienced the same.. that's an issue RE should look into.. but anyways i love the machine... This is a bike which you wouldn't want to sell off just for one or few issues.. you could do a custom with this bike in near future.. 😊
All the issues you have mentioned can be resolved by RE, i don't think these are any major issues. RE fans don't get disheartened , i own Interceptor and i am loving every moment
Every thing is hand made in RE and that's the main problem. One engineering tights a bold with right torque and the other one may over tight it or under tight. That could lead to a problem. This is the main reason why each and every RE differ form one other. At the end of the day lucky one gets the right ride and the unlucky one ends up with a problematic one. Me and my friend personally own same thunderbirds but his bike has no problems what so ever but I end up in the service center at the end of the day.
I've ridden the Interceptor and appreciate your comments, especially on the footpeg and handlebar position. In my opinion, lowering the seat height would help to a great extent. Using rearset pegs may cramp your legs unnecessarily. Yeah, the footpegs freaked me out......Otherwise, a delicious bike for the price point. BTW, I have a Triumph Street Twin and have had to change the handlebar to a taller one.
Hi Sanjeev. I was about to book the Street Twin but decided to go for the Interceptor at the very last minute. Lowering the seat height would definitely help as then your feet would be bent enough to keep ahead of the pegs comfortably, like how it is on the Bonnie A3. I think RE shouldn't have gone for a 800 mm seat, rather a 760-770 mm one. Also, the seat is too narrow. Which handlebar did you get? Did you consider risers? I find the Street Twin to be a sweet bike overall. In fact, before I bought my Street Triple, I was eyeing the Street Twin. Guess, it will be the Speed Twin next. Cheers
@@abhinavbhatt , I used the Scrambler handlebar and raisers...cost me 24 k as I got it done at the dealer, with Triumph parts. Cost apart, it was worth it....much better riding position. The seat height is too low and the Triumph options cost a bomb. I'm thinking of getting a local modification done. Frankly, the Triumphs are overpriced because of duties. The RE Interceptor is lovely in my opinion, apart from the niggles that you've mentioned. Spending another 2 lakhs on customising would still be worth it. Of course, I cannot comment on the reliability of the bike.....in comparison the Triumphs are bullet proof.
Yes, Sanjeev. That's why I went for the Interceptor. It is 70 per cent of what the Street Twin is, and that for me is good enough. I'm glad you found a good handlebar option even though the cost is fairly steep.
Appreciate your effort Abhinav, my experience evidences all the issues you reported in this video. I really enjoy riding to office and other places everyday since when I got this motorcycle. Everyday I look at my car and think I'll drive my car tomorrow but end up riding this motorcycle though I suffer 5 km bumper to bumper traffic and holding the clutch continuously at fist-gear about 15 to 25 minutes. If I have to buy another motorcycle, I won't look anything else than getting another Interceptor.
Being an owner I agree with all the mentioned problem....But u missed another big issue which is rear seat comfort is horrible..footpegs are very high set & pillion seats like sitting on an Indian Toilet 😤
All pts are ditto spot on! Hired a Interceptor for day and experienced all these issues. Plus the bike has heat dissipation issues and effects one in summers esp in traffic. Clutch was heavy, handle bars far ahead, fuel gauge reading, foot pegs, etc. Still a good engine though. Tnxs.
Great video and great review buddy! I have my Continental GT 650 for a year and I have the same electrical problems and a couple more, the big one is the engine suddenly shots off while running, no matter the speed, no matter the gear, no matter the rpms, without notice the engine shuts off, the official technical service have no idea about how to resolve it, Have you experience something similar? Cheers bro!
What's this issue of it being a RE bro.Its a first gen product issues would be ironed out like any motorcycle launched.Not a RE fanboy not into cruisers but its a good motorcycle after riding it felt good
I think you’ve covered pretty much all the points I faced in my test ride, the right mirror is really painful, the foot pegs cause the rider to keep his feet wide apart and could be run over by a car or something in traffic and the seat quality can get better. I’m a tall person (6’5”) and I found the riding position pretty ok the handle bar reach was ok too, a lil bit of heating in traffic but nothing crazy. I also agree that at this price range man this is a good bike absolutely VFM
Hi Ivan. Not a lot of people would be able to relate to your ergonomics for obvious reasons, but I am very surprised to find that even someone as tall as you is having footpeg issues. Ideally, with long legs, you would be able to bend your legs while on the saddle and the feet will naturally rest ahead of the pegs, on the ground. And yes, despite everything, it is a damn good bike.
Well honestly mate I had the same thoughts before the test drive but during the short test drive I was uncomfortable with the foot pegs position and how it I was planting my foot, now it is quiet likely due to my first time on the bike, but I’ll take a test drive again perhaps a slightly longish one and see if it’s any difference from the first time. I quiet like the idea of buying a chrome interceptor change the exhaust to S&S and use it for every day for my to and fro trips to office 😎 Do keep us posted on how the bike holds up a long term ownership in a few months will be really kind of you if you can share it cheers.
Hey. Yeah, the Chrome looks stunning. I tried waiting for S&S but can't anymore. I'll just get a pair of AEW exhausts for it. Well, about long term reliability: my bike is already leaking engine oil. But just a call to RE, and they came and took my bike away to fix it.
I am just waiting for the second version of interceptor 650 bro. Hope RE fixes all the issues that you mentioned in the video on the next version. I hope it launches in the next two to three months
you can go for the clip-on handlebars with bar end mirrors from the continental gt650 also i find my GT650's seat comfortable so you can go for it too🙂🙂 you mentioned that your bike stutters under 2000rpm, mine does that too
@Abhinav : How practical is to ride your bikes - Interceptor, Street Triple, Yamaha (model ?) - as Commuter bikes on a scale of 1 to 10 under bumper to bumper traffic conditions? For instance, Here’re my ratings for the bikes I own currently: Karizma : 9 RE Thunderbird : 8 Kawi Vulcan S : 6.5
Interceptor 8 (would be 10 if not for the horrible pegs) R15 9 (too committed for bumper to bumper) Street Triple 7 (stalling, engine heat, heavy clutch)
Thanks for the very open review on the niggles of interceptor 650. Two things that worry me about this motorcycle is 1) Oil Light Indicator being ON with reason not known and 2) Not suitable for pillion rider due to raised foot pegs and bad seat. Can you let me know why did Oil indicator randomly glows at times ? Have you found any practical reason behind it ?
I have just test ridden one here in the UK and thought it was a brilliant bike, the foot-pegs I felt need to come back a touch but I do agree with you regarding the lack of gear indicator with 6 speeds as I never knew if I was in 5th or 6th gear.
Hi, Pritesh. Thank you. I'll make a video on the Jawa if I ever get to ride it long term so that I can understand it properly first. Don't want to do a first impressions video.
I agree bro i experienced the same inconvenience when i test driven the interceptor, foot pegs are placed on wrong place which makes it really hard to ride in the city☺ But i still love this bike the engine is such a gem it gave a huge smile on my face the moment i rev it..
Great review. Thanks from the uk. No bike is perfect but its a great platform as a base to build on. Still waiting on my red and black interceptor. Subbed. 👍🏼👍🏼
I'm glad at the end you gave it a good rating because the whole time I ignored your complaints about personal ergonomics and your personnel opinions. The bike ran flawlessly during the vid. It shifted smoothly and accelerated without complaint. I was more interested in hearing about Miles or Kilometers per whatever you people call fuel. Did it leak oil? Did it miss gears when you shifted. Was it easy to find neutral. Did it stick in neutral when shifting quickly from 1st to second. How did the brakes feel. Everybody that has spent time on a motorcycle knows that ALL seats get uncomfortable and your arms tire of being in the same position. Who needs a clock. Your frigging phone is right in front of you. The bike seems affordable with adequate power and braking. It doesn't come with a lot of junk that quits working. It's not for a person with a ego the size of a Harley Davidson. It's for your average Joe who wants to take this time machine back to a time when things were simpler. Thanks for the ride. I hope you get lots of miles safely down those crazy roads where you live. When you get older I think you will remember this bike as the one you should have kept or could ride again. I survived the 60's and the old Nortons, Tryumphs and BSA bikes. This bike has no ignition points, No Lucas electrics, no oil leaks, a predictable clutch, doesn't shake you to peaces, Probably doesn't have whitworth threads, Probably a O-ring chain, I loved my old bikes with a centerstand, The seat height is where even I can touch the ground with both feet. Adjustable reservoir shocks..... And best of all they kept the sound of the classic British bikes. You youngster don't know how good you have it. I'm outa here....
Hi. Yes, the bike did leak oil, it does throw up the occasional false neutrals between fifth and sixth. The electricals do bother from time to time. Brakes feel pretty good though the ABS kicks in a bit early for my liking. I understand that seats get tiring, but if a bike like this tires me out half as quickly as my sports bike, then there is a problem. With the GPS on, on the phone, telling the time is next to impossible by looking at the screen. But despite everything, it is still a great bike for the price it is sold at. And ultimately, that is what matters. Cheers
I was all set to buy the INT but then I test drove the classic reborn right after test riding the INT. Classic felt much more comfortable, easy going, relaxed foorpegs' position & a better seat. Now I'm confused. I'm looking for a bike for long distances, won't be riding over 100kmph, which one do you think would be a better buy for me? P.S. I wish there was a 650 classic/std. bullet, it would tick all the boxes for me.
1- foot rest/peg positioning 2- issue in stock seat 3- headlight spread in night 6- fuel gauge fluctuation these are quite common. why doesn't RE give a good seat. and Abhinav Bhatt, please share if this is good choice for daily commute of 30 odd kilometers. or the regular RE 500 is good ?
Finally someone else who has issues with the placement of the foot pegs on their bike. I am short and I just bought a street twin and although my feet touch the ground ok I found the when stopping and only putting the left foot down that the foot peg does exactly what you said and makes me less stable on the bike. I need to move it either forward or back. Thanks for the video 🙃
Completely different genres, my friend. But if I really had to, Interceptor. Versatile bike. Just don't expect the manic nature or handling of the KTM. The smoothness more than makes up for it
Abhinav Bhatt and I have toured on R15 too, apart from the tank capacity, I can manage the aggressive position. What’s your thoughts on RC 390 ? Over ninja 300
Great pointers man! BTW do you think that you might get used to the foot pegs with time (given that they are spring loaded)? Also is it worth a wait for 4 months?
I am not too sure if I will get used to these pegs. Just don't work for me in stop-go traffic. And yes, this bike is worth the wait. What else is available for 3 lakhs.
Hi, yes, please go ahead with this bike. Most rusting etc issues have been sorted by the company. The pegs are still horrible though. I switched to the Continental GT 650's set up.
I own one too facing the same problem , But is there any way to get it forward set? Bcoz I'm using a handle bar risers and not a good friend of aggressive position .
Very informative video! I had not considered the foot peg issue but it makes sense. Is the foot peg position a little better on the Classic 500? I tend to like them a little forward.
Hi, Arun. I really like the exhaust note since it is a very mature rumble. Not loud or annoying at all. However, I don't like the look of the stock exhaust so I am changing it to a set of AEW pipes with the baffles.
A very helpful video - thank you. It's nice to know the things to watch out for and that overall you are happy with the bike in spite of these minor problems. Perhaps the application of some WD40 might help to solve some of the wet switchgear issues.
Hi. Most issues have been taken care of by now. I haven't faced rusting for a while and I have even changed the pegs and the handlebars. So, all good. It is a lovely bike :)
Hi I own a Benelli TNT 300. It's footpegs are also similarly placed . To compensate for that the pegs are tapering and have rounded edges. They also have a spring effect wherein when your foot comes in contact with the pegs they fold backwards. I mean when you put your foot down and move forward. Check out a TNT300 and you will understand what I mean. See if you can get something similar done to your bykes footpegs too.
Thanks for the suggestion, bro. The problem is the pegs are placed too wide. Had they been narrower, it would have still been manageable. I am just waiting for the Continental GT's pegs to arrive. Will just switch to rearsets.
@@ojastushar8123 I've not ridden it much bro. 1000 kms on my ODO. But I've enjoyed each and every single kilometer of those 1000. Took it on highway couple of times for early morning ride. The performance is just awesome. I've also done some modifications in my GT 650. Check out my uploads. I frequently post updates of my GT on my Instagram. My id is akashjoshi88
9 out of 10. Are you high on something. No offence. Leave the price aside. Bike which has so many issues and it cant stand more than 7 out of 10. I Bet.
@@abhinavbhatt I have. I was impressed for the first time. Then, I remembered my himalyan which is still not fixed from 2 years. My passion for bike is sucked out. 650 is equally the same.
@Abhinav Bhat This is an incredibly useful video to understand the bike's manners from an enduser's perspective. Thank you. I have a key question for you. I read from your blog elsewhere that you plan to install the Continental GT's rear-sets on this bike and that set would cost Rs. 6000. However, how do you plan to shorten the brake lever and the gear connector? Will your fix include all the 3 (pegs, brake and clutch) for Rs. 6000? Please let me know. Cheers and keep up the good work.
Abhinav Bhatt But then, will you have to fiddle with the engine casing? The CGT's gear lever has no linkage and is connected from the front. If this is easily doable, it will be a boon. Pls grab shots when this is happening to share. Thanks.
Since u jumped right into comment section
problem he mentioned are as follows:
1- foot rest/peg positioning
2- issue in stock seat
3- headlight spread in night
4- No gearshift indicator
5- No clock in console
6- fuel gauge fluctuation
7- Random check lights
8- Handlebars positioning
9- Issue in Horn Button after every wash
10- Sitting position might not suitable for everyone
11- Right rear view mirror
12- jerk under 2000 RPM
13- Rusting in Front Disk
At last His opinion, he gave this beauty 9/10
from Lucknow
Regards
Thanks, Naveen. This pretty much sums it up.
I jumped to the comments section because my internet was slow. Thank you though..!😂
Nice work
Saved my time
Fuck
indians still not mature to take criticism .lol
look at all the dislikes... when i buy a bike i wanna know the bad things more than good things..and this video helps me .. thank you for uploading this
Thanks for the support, brother. The funny thing is some people, who probably haven't even ridden the bike, dismiss my concerns as invalid.
@@cardoode Hi,First and foremost, let me start off by saying this: Thank you for watching the video and taking time to put out this response, even though it is clearly a personal attack.
I did mention that some of these are ergonomic issues and will differ from personal preference and the rider’s build.
1. I went for the touring seat going by feedback I received from my auto journalist friends who said the stock seat was too soft and would sag soon. I had taken two short test rides of the Interceptor before finalising it and hadn’t sampled it in heavy traffic where I would be forced to take my feet off the pegs and place them on the road frequently. That I figured out after getting the bike, using it in real world conditions. I don’t find this hilarious at all. Slightly flatter bars does not translate into a Continental GT. I bought my bike for touring and commuting - I never was going for a cafe racer.
2. No, I don’t think no gearshift indicator is a stupid argument. Not the top priority in my list either, but while cruising in the 6th gear, I tend to try and upshift thinking there would be another one to go. Having a small display on the screen doesn’t harm and only keeps one aware. What’s the big deal here? I never claimed to be a great rider, not even close, so feel free to think whatever you do about my riding.
3. I did that, I adjusted the mirror from the stalks but I still don’t get as good a view as I do from the left mirror.
4. Yes, I shift in traffic under 2k rpm, and lazily ride in the second gear. What does that have to do with riding sports bikes? It turned out to be a clutch setting issue. And now that it is resolved, I still shift from first to second in traffic under 2k rpm and it works just fine for me. I don’t find it a funny way to shift.
5. I did put a clock on the bike. Don’t understand the reason behind you going after me spending/saving money on the mount. But, moving on…
I wouldn’t call it nitpicking. These are ergonomic/oversights, that could have been sorted from the factory rather that me looking into it.
@@cardoode Yes, I have ridden quite a few Harleys. The reason why this is a bigger problem on the Interceptor than on any Harley is due to the RE having a taller seat height. The seat on the Harleys are so low that your knees are bent to place them on the road and naturally the legs sit ahead of the body, clearing the pegs. Not the case with the Interceptor. The taller seat here results in your legs being largely straight when placed on the road, and here, in this case, the pegs do intrude. And no, slightly altering the riding geometry doesn’t say that this particular bike is not for me. I found a problem, I fixed it for me. There is tons to like in this bike, which I do. I do not agree with your analysis here.Most Interceptor owners I know are pulling back their handlebars because there is an unnecessary reach to the factory set up. The stock set up has your arms dead straight without a slight bend in the elbows. I don’t think that is how a stock setting should be. Again, I called it a personal and ergonomic issue. Not sure what got you so riled up over it.
Thank you.
Criticism is: this is where I disagree and what you probably you could have done instead. Personal attack is: this is stupid, you are a grear rider, funny how you shift, saving money and spending couple of hundred bucks on the clock etc.
Go back, read the tone of your message and introspect once, just as you ask me to be open to criticism.
Engage in a healthy critical conversation and I am all ears.
Most of the problems you spoke about are in as package included on any Royal Enfield motorcycle xD
Well, this is my first Royal Enfield and so very new to me :)
Lol
For some reason I'm so very much attracted to the RE himalayan
Weird seeing you here
@@badabingbadaboom9251
Lmao
I'm everywhere xD
Riding since I was 16 ! 23 to 25, in college, enjoyed on a Yamaha 350cc 2 stroke !
35 years later, on Oct 2nd this year, bought a Royal Enfield 650 Interceptor ! Complete blast on crowded Pune roads, India !
61 years now & having the time of my life all the way, everyday, on my value for money Interceptor! Enough power for most maneuvers & for blasting through traffic gaps! Not heavy on mind or pocket or to move around ( I'm almost 6ft & 92 kg, lifelong athlete !).
Well educated dog 🤣😂 using Zebra crossing
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Very productive criticism. I am sure RE is aware of them, but they aren't putting the time to eliminate them but focusing on new models.
Most of the issues he talks about seem like a lot. But what you've got to remember is that he's someone who comes from riding a triumph most of the time - so his baseline is that! For most people who're buying this who dont come from an expensive bike baseline, this bike should keep you very happy - he himself says that at the end. Besides look at what reviewers in UK, US, Aus are saying. The build quality of the bike is bullet proof (no pun intended)!
Hey. This makes sense. I hope the message doesn't get lost that this is a fantastic bike inspite of the niggles I mentioned. Cheers.
I've heard of the mudguard cracking (it is plastic), indicators should have been better looking and the flexible kinds, have seen loose connections and the bike not starting etc. Still, small issues.
Bullet proof lmfao
I had more than 30 bikes, from 125 to 1400cc, sport bikes, standard bikes, cruisers and enduros. The foot peg position must have been different on each bike but I never had a problem, ever.
I wonder what's different on the RE 650.
For the handle bar situation google "motorcycle bar backs" or SW Motech "bar backs", if you haven't already. These things set your bars a bit closer to you, or higher, or both, depending on what you want. They work great! Don't forget that just half an inch makes quite a difference. (That's what she said, ha ha.)
Yeah. These risers do make a significant difference. I have changed the bars and pegs on my bike though.
Bhai now u have the entire package, welcome to RE community, these are all negligible issues by RE, they need something serious, kinda engine blasted, bike going reverse in 3rd gear, these are real issues, anything else is just pep talk for them
Hahahahahahah
Good say, was thinking the same
Nice video covering relevant aspects. Dont get riled at people who have not owned it yet. I have Chrome Mk2 which I bought on a whim on my 53rd Birthday. Beautiful feel and Happines abounds. But all your points are absolutely Bang on!
Foot pegs attack the shins, esp when you are pushing/reversing the bike out of the garage. Initially every ride used to start with a scrape on the shins and end with a buff on the shoes Keeping your feet ahead while maneuvering by feet helps. The riding geometry is important else means changing other things too. Could RE make the spring loaded to travel back and front too???.
The Touring seat is important. The dealer had the touring seat on the Display bike which I chose, but delivered it with the similar looking stock seat. Should have still gone for touring seat.
The Light during night is pure inadequate. Driving at ni with stock not recommended.
The long fly screen is brittle and too short. During first service the mechanic cracked it whilst adhusting the handle bars. The screen of the meteor is sturdier and taller and keeps bugs away.
The exhaust positioning is not suited for taking a leisurely evening ride to the club with an elegantly attired companion. Scalds and burns can leave marks 🔥
Good review other points too merit attention. Feel for my age a Meteor would have been better.
Thanks
I was waiting for the user experience and you nailed it. Thank you for the review. Subscribed.
Thanks, James. Much appreciated.
Spot on about the footpeg placement. I hit the exhaust pipe, while trying to avoid them when putting the bike on the side stand.
Yeah. I'm switching them soon.
This was one of the few videos worth watching...thank you so much for keeping it honest.
Thanks, brother.
Most people commenting that these are small issues. Well, when you pay 3lakh INR for a motorcycle, these issues don't categorize into small ones. That is some serious money I have paid and I want a quality product. I am amazed at how much we have lowered our standards when it comes to RE products. Imagine these issues being faced on a Yamaha or Honda, people would be trolling them.
I don't want my Brake discs to rust or the electrical to go kaput after a simple rain. The seat cushioning although not a major niggle and can be sorted for less than 1000 bucks still shows how much thought RE gives into designing stuff. It's common sense long rides need firm padded seats. My pillion hated Interceptor's seat, and this coming from someone who sits on a Duke 390.
Also, not sure why RE didnt provide LED headlights. Hero is providing those on a 90k motorcycle. The handlebar is placed too aggressive for a touring motorcycle. The 1st thing my friend replaced on his Interceptor was the handlebar, so what was the point of RE marketing this as a tourer? The fuel tank is small as well, unless you ride with a soft hand, 300km is impossible on a full tank.
Too many issues for me to spend 3lakh on.
Yes, these are legit issues, but one gets used to the messed up ergonomics after a point of time. I believe RE would be able to sort out most issues in version 2.0, whenever that comes.
@@abhinavbhatt If you know RE, you already know there is no 2.0 version coming anytime soon, or ever. As much good a motorcycle the Interceptor is, it's not a good product. I thought RE had finally improved, but no. They continue dishing out half baked products in the name of 'True Biking' and us idiots continue to throw our money at them.
Hi. I think RE has taken the game seriously this time around. Most of my complaints are ergonomic. It is a good bike. I still believe RE should charge 50k extra and give the quality they skimped upon. Not one person will complain.
@@abhinavbhatt Completely agree. Wouldn't mind paying couple of 10ks more if it means a better and well finished motorcycle.
Yeah
Clear and precise review! 👍🏽 I am getting my ravishing red delivered next week. I agree about the footpegs being at an odd position and hopefully re will solve this issue in the future. I found the handlebar also to be a bit too stretched out and plan to pull it back as well. The rest of the issues I can live with since there’s no other motorcycle in this segment and price. Cheers and ride safe
Thanks, Varun. RR is indeed ravishing.
Good unbiased test report Abhinav. I've been riding bikes for 55 years now. My present bike is a 920cc Moto Guzzi Bellagio Luxury. But I'm seriously considering an Interceptor, with a touring seat and S&S silencers as possibly my last ever bike. My only worry now will be the damp in the electrics, the mirrors, and the rust, as i live in France. Perhaps i need to move to India.
If you move to India, for the price you will pay for the Interceptor in France, you can buy one here, tour on it for a year, sell it and go back home peacefully. But really, it is a lovely fuss free bike. I enjoy riding it a lot more than my Triumph Street Triple and track prepped 150cc Yamaha.
Good points.....as an Interceptor rider, new buyers may consider these points before buying this machine.👍😊
Thanks brother. Do share it so that more come to know about it.
only can say RE will die Bajaj chetak way
No. That won't happen. Why do you think so?
Nice to get an owners perspective as we will have these in the summer. It's nice to hear any issues are small things that are easy to fix.
Yeah man. Not very big issues that would turn a person away from this bike at all. Where are you from, by the way?
@@abhinavbhatt I'm in Canada. I have loved the Enfields but the 500 single was too taxed with all the freeway and hiway riding needed around here. I've been following the twin development, the first ride reviews and now there are actual owner reviews
Oh, yes. I quite like the way the 500 looks and even its riding position. Just doesn't have the guts for a freeway ride. Too many vibes as well.
Before i came here to watch the video, i had already read bout it on the NDTV site!!! That made me realize you are associated with Car and Bike show!!!!
Off all the things that you have mentioned, i think the rusting of certain parts is a big issue. The problem would Quadruple if one uses the bike in Humid climate like Mumbai. I have had Yamaha FZ16 for last 10 years and the parts started rusting only after 6 years or so. And i would add that the rust is expanding at a very slow pace. I can literally ignore em. And i live in Mumbai.
Even the electrics beginning to light up like a Christmas tree is a worrying thing. It certainly means that the bike would be in trouble in Rainy season!!!
ThanQ for taking the time for expanding on all the issues. Very helpful.
Hey Jayanand. Thank you for this comment. I think the rust is an issue only on the tips of the exhaust and the front disc. They coated the exhaust tips again and it hasn't rusted since. They are also working on a coating dor the front disc brake that should rectify the issue. I believe this bike will hold up beautifully if taken care of properly. Let's see how it holds up in humid climate though.
Remember NDTV has turned into an globalist propaganda machine.
So don't trust them, especially if they are talking about indigenous brands
That could not be farther from the truth.
@@whyowhy4571 thanQ for elaborating on that point. There are very few people who review, who talk about the bad aspects of a vehicle. Most of the times it's all goodie good. So taking such things with a pinch of salt is not a bad thing. Fools are those who accept such verdicts to be the absolute truth and go by it as the last word.
You are a very confident and very good rider. It was impressive watching your skills in a very advanced riding situation. Not even a semi-truck coming into your lane shook you. You just kept talking and giving your review, which was quite insightful. Thank you for the info and the fun ride with you.
Thank you. But we are used to defensive riding since nobody (including me) rides sane here.
Subscribed!
From America where we await the arrival of the Interceptor.
Thank you, from India, where we await the arrival of the American S&S pipes for the Interceptor :)
It's great that you've taken the time to go over the issues that bother you as there's a lot of interest in this very nice motorcycle. Most of the issues, thankfully, seem minor and what bothers you might not effect another rider, (for example the ergonomic fit of the bike to you). What does concern me are the electrical problems after you wash the bike. Are you using a pressure washer that might be forcing water into areas it doesn't belong or just a low pressure hose?
Re rust, brake rotors with high iron content will rust after washing but it should mostly disappear with a few applications of the brake. The exhaust, however, should not be rusting.
Please keep us posted on how the bike is performing. And make a video of the 13 things you like about the bike too.
Hello Robert. Yes, these are concerns that bother me and ergonomics will always differ from person to person. I actually did also talk about what all I like about the bike on the same ride but yet to edit that video. Yes, the bike was pressure washed but I believe water should still not enter anywhere. Rust on discs is always just surface area rust and doesn't matter. The exhausts aren't rusting anymore. RE put a coating and paint towards the top of the exhausts.
All said and done, it is still a bike worth buying.
Cheers
Totally agree with your review sir. I took the test ride and experienced the same. The odd positioning of foot pegs makes the side stand cover and gets too tough to operate. 👍 Thankyou for this 😊
Most welcome, bro.
Thanks, Abhinav for pointing out such very important points. We hope Royal Enfield will certainly look into those valuable customer reviews to improve their product quality which they are facing already from customers on their upcoming twin's deliveries. The points which caught my attention most are Fuel Gauge, Brake Rusting, Seat comfort, water sips in Instrument cluster housing and Footpeg.
Hello, I've been riding my interceptor 650 for about 4 months now everyday and completed my 5000 km service. Found both front and back brake pads have worn off costing about 5000 RS for both. I feel this is a concern for everyday riding.
What?
My first service was after 500kms and 2nd is now after 10k kms
How....how is it possible?
Nice video. I'm used to cruisers and I hate the foot position on this bike. That's what is keeping me from buying it so far. Hope RE does something to move the rider's feet to the front.
Hi Ruben. A few people have developed footpeg relocators. Maybe you could look into that.
The RE 650's are just starting arrive in the UK and have received enthusiastic reviews. However, that's not the same an owner riders experience, so I appreciate you posting this video. I know exactly what you mean about badly placed footrests, as I have the same problem on my current bike, Honda ST1100, so it's good to hear that you can swap to the Continental footrests easily. I'm just waiting for the end of another chilly UK winter before booking a test ride on a new RE 650. Incidentally, I spent 5 months in India in 1991, New Delhi and Gaya, Bihar. It's nice to see that travelling on India's roads are very much how I remember them. Delightfully chaotic compared to the over regulated UK ones.
Hello, Geoff. Despite all the criticism by me, it is still a damn good bike for the price. And yes, our roads are still chaotic :)
Thanks for taking the time to put up this thoughtful review. Here in the USA, in the UK and in Australia, we're only now seeing the very first deliveries of these new 650s. The Enfield owners' communities outside of India are really very small. In fact, most people in the USA have never even heard of "Royal Enfield." So we're very interested in what actual owners have to say about these new beasts, and not just motorcycle press reviewers. I believe there is a chance these new twins and the Himalayan may help make RE more than just a niche market here for weirdos like me.
Hello. Yes, that was the point of this video. Only after spending a considerable amount of time with a product can one start to understand what sticks and what does not. The Himalayan, though a decent attempt, suffers from a lack of power. May be once this 650 engine is dropped in ADV style frame, will we get a proper base adventure bike from Royal Enfield. This Interceptor might still feel underpowered to you guys in the West, especially on highway rides.
Your 650 seemed PLENTY fast enough for me. But then I tour here in the USA on a 2005 Bullet 500ES "Military Model" with the old "Iron Cylinder" pre-unit engine and 5-speed gearbox in that green you cannot legally own in India, since it's reserved for the military there. It likes to cruise at about 90 km/hour, so I try to stay off our Interstate highways. I don't want to be on those highways anyway. The smaller back roads are much nicer. Actually, the Bullet is a fine little tourer, if you're doing it right.
Lovely. The passion exudes in your comment. Cheers
Nice one Abhinav
Thanks, bro.
Am thinking of getting one of these but am slightly worried about the rust issue when these bikes are sold in the UK!!
Hi. The rusting issue has been sorted in the new batches. I haven't seen anyone complaining of rust for a while now.
I've booked my GT650. These are valid points to be noted. Thanks for the video.
Most welcome, Saravana.
So whats your decision. Are u gonna buy or not?
Interceptor 650 and dominar which is good tourer?
They both are very good tourers. Interceptor smoother, Dominar better fuel range.
@@abhinavbhatt tqs broo.. Have u got any issues in engine?
Dude instead of buying interceptor you could buy continental GT only right?? So why did you buy interceptor man! Lol bro😂 seriously! If u want aggressive style means you could buy continental GT!
I never said I want aggressive style. I just explained what doesn't work and would be forced to change to a slightly sporty set up. I don't like the way the Continental GT looks, by the way.
@@abhinavbhatt cool🤙✌️
@@vamshilakshman6049 Muh me gira tere😂😂
He didn’t have the money soo wanted GT in lesser price just by changing the handlebars 😂👍🏻👍🏻🙏🙏🙏
Sure, I will look into it.
I think with a lot of new bikes ,there are issues that most riders deal with to personalize it. Love the look of it! It looks like you have to be very alert while riding there.
Hi Bill. Yes, it is a lovely bike and by now, I have managed to find ways around all my complaints. Yeah, the traffic sense is crazy here.
Consice discription of practical issued being faced by me as a new INT owner. Great work.
I have never had a problem with the foot pegs placement. May have something to do with being just shy of 2 meters tall. As for everything else it is all upgradeable by user preference except the low rpm jerk. I have yet to have a problem with the horn or random dash lights. I also appreciate no clock as it let me add one in my style.
You are too tall. Most Indians aren't that gifted. And yeah, I was able to figure out a solution for each of the problems I mentioned.
I feel the bike is great, but having it since 15 days now , I can say three issues that I have come across, one is the petrol meter is not accurate (as you've mentioned) also I see that the front suspension is not stiff for high speeds, the moment I go above 110, a single patchy road (that you can expect on Indian highways as well) the motorcycle handle suffer wobbles, again my gear lever was knacky and hard to engage but was fixed after first service with some clutch adjustments. Major cncern for me is the petrol meter (obviously it's not fuel efficient when you can't make out how much your motorcycle has drunk and how much is left, for longer rides it's not ideal) and the second major concern is the wobbly handle coz of softer suspension on higher speeds. Can't complain much coz RE must've kept city commute as well in mind while designing the front forks.
But in the end just like you've mentioned, there is still a relation with this motorcycle and it's near and dear to my heart 💓
I've recently started following your content is really cool, cheers
Thanks brother.
El mayor problema de esta moto es su inestabilidad arriba de los 120kmh es muy innestable lo que hace que sea imposible hacer un viaje con ella a velocidades legales... Saludos.
Great video. Looking to upgrade from a C500 and this is quite informative as not many in my circles are as into bikes. Subbed.
General word of warning regarding that mount. Had a similar one on mine. Make sure that the small brace around the ball joint is metal because some of the cheap mounts come with plastic braces which snap near the joint at a point you could barely notice and this will cause your phone holder to move around a lot and the phone could fall out. Personally would advise on a RAM mount as I hear that they're better made.
Hi Shreyas. Thank you. As for RAM mount, it is quite expensive. This mount has served its purpose well but looks damn ugly. So I have switched to an aluminium unit. Better any day.
My Ninja 300 Delivery was happend yesterday. So satisfied😊
Congratulations. It is a lovely bike.
@@abhinavbhatt yes. Literally having fun😊
Awesome. Enjoy.
Almost same is the issue with Dominar400 and it too has spring loaded footpegs
This bike with its wide crank makes the peg positioning a lot more awkward. Dominar being a single is slim, making the pegs manageable.
Congratulations on your purchase and a fantastic review. Have been watching a lot of reviews on this bike and you rank in the top three of my favorite reviews the other two being one from Powerdrift and second by Shumar of Overdrive.. So you are top there man!
Few of my responses
Now Footpegs: Can they be fabricated to move a bit further? I feel RE should do this at the factory itself giving a relaxed stance and creating a perfect right angle for the legs
Seat: Well this has to be customized.. it is poor design in my opinion especially for the pillion
Headlight: I feel a pair of aux lights would solve this
Handlebars: You have done your bit... for someone who is shorter adding risers in addition to pulling them back could help OR buy a new pull back design handle bar.. One question.. how tight are the cables do they have margins for a bigger handlebar?
Cheers1
Hi Sagar. Thank you for the positive response. I believe it shouldn't be too difficult to just swap the whole footpeg assembly from the Continental GT 650. It costs about Rs 6,000. I shall try it soon and the video will definitely be here.
I am still looking for a proper seat maker. I don't want a cheap seat. I don't mind paying a bit of premium either as long as the product is worth it.
Yes, aux lights will fix the issue.
RE has 4 cm taller handlebars in the pipeline. That should help. I don't think there will be any cable clearance issue. If you can't wait, best to try a pair of handlebar risers.
Cheers
Thanks a lot bro for some genuine talk about the bike and the quality of its components. It is good to see that someone is looking past the huge strides that RE has made with this bike and is actually voicing the issues that owners will face. Personally, the rusting problem felt quite interesting since I have had the exact same issue with my avenger 220 cruise. Looks like both of these companies have cut corners and compromised with quality to keep the price down. I also have a discover 135 sport which i bought almost a decade back. Its handlebars which are also chrome have only got some nominal rust even though the bike has seen far worse than my avenger. My conclusion out of all this is: It is a 'use and throw' ka zamana! Nothing's built to last these days, not even an RE. You are supposed to use it for 5 years and throw it away, no matter how good care you take of it.
Hi Aniduddha. Actually, RE has done a commendable job with this bike. Small niggles persist, but they have been listening to users, taking feedback and fixing issues as fast as they possibly can. For example, I was the first person to complain about the Brembo disc rusting. They replaced it with a new one. When that started rusting too, they went back to the drawing board and came up with a new coating on the disc that does not let it rust any more. Same thing for the exhaust tips. Some other owners faced suspension issues, and RE changed the suspension promptly. RE is very very serious about the Twins and are going the extra mile to ensure a pleasant experience to users. That in my opinion is a pretty big deal.
They are also using quality components. Excel rims that are made in Malaysia, Pirelli Phantomcomp tyres, Brembo front rotor and brake pads. I am very impressed with this bike. But I really believe issues owners may face need to be highlighted.
@@abhinavbhatt that is true. But RE in my opinion still needs to do better. The reason why i compared my avenger's quality with that of the twin is that avenger is far cheaper. I dont expect good quality in a bike that costs under 1 lakh (although i haven't had the slightest issue with it other than the rusting). But when i talk about the twins, which cost almost thrice the amount, i dont expect to face the same issues that i get in my avenger. Imagine having a bike that can do 160 kph in record time, but has some silly rusting issues. It is like encountering speedbreakers on an expressway.
I really want to own an Interceptor. But i dont want to regret it later.
The rusting issues have been well contained now. Speak to a few owners, we are very happy with the bike now. It is worth the upgrade, in my opinion.
Well written description. Very informative video. Good work!
Thank you, Stelli. How is Carlos?
Dear Abhinav,
I have purchased interceptor recently and my friend as well. From day one we are experiencing this problem of noise coming front portion of the bike kat kat kat whenever it goes over normal gravel or bad patches. When we went to service center they said this is due to floating disc plate technology and they showed the play happening in the plate as well. When we asked how to stop this, they dont have any solution to it and they just trying to impose it on us saying everything is all right with the bike and we need to accept the noise. Now I am doing some R&D through local custom builder here in Bangalore to get rid of that sound , we have put 2 bolts in the front disc plate and jammed the movement but still sound comes from front t set.
Have u experienced something like this if yes can u suggest pakka solution for the same to get rid plz.
The sound is very irritating.. I've experienced the same.. that's an issue RE should look into.. but anyways i love the machine... This is a bike which you wouldn't want to sell off just for one or few issues.. you could do a custom with this bike in near future.. 😊
Great vid. Do one on clutchless shifting and rev matching. Helpful things to do :)
Of course. Soon.
2:06 it happened. Once, a passenger auto ran over my toe with luggage. Thank God I was wearing boots-nothing happened, zero pain
All the issues you have mentioned can be resolved by RE, i don't think these are any major issues.
RE fans don't get disheartened , i own Interceptor and i am loving every moment
So am I. But highlighting what is not up to the mark is also important.
Every thing is hand made in RE and that's the main problem. One engineering tights a bold with right torque and the other one may over tight it or under tight. That could lead to a problem. This is the main reason why each and every RE differ form one other. At the end of the day lucky one gets the right ride and the unlucky one ends up with a problematic one. Me and my friend personally own same thunderbirds but his bike has no problems what so ever but I end up in the service center at the end of the day.
But wouldn't they use torque wrench at the factory?
@@jeffreyamal1852 That may not be entirely correct , i dont think Interceptor is totally hand built
Sir, I have to say that your English language articulation is succinct, clear and precise. Kind regards from U.K.
Thank you, kind sir. 🙏
"They measure everything, so did I." 13:10
Hahahahha. I knew that would get me into trouble and even wondered how jokes weren't made on that yet.
They measured shit
I've ridden the Interceptor and appreciate your comments, especially on the footpeg and handlebar position. In my opinion, lowering the seat height would help to a great extent. Using rearset pegs may cramp your legs unnecessarily. Yeah, the footpegs freaked me out......Otherwise, a delicious bike for the price point. BTW, I have a Triumph Street Twin and have had to change the handlebar to a taller one.
Hi Sanjeev. I was about to book the Street Twin but decided to go for the Interceptor at the very last minute. Lowering the seat height would definitely help as then your feet would be bent enough to keep ahead of the pegs comfortably, like how it is on the Bonnie A3. I think RE shouldn't have gone for a 800 mm seat, rather a 760-770 mm one. Also, the seat is too narrow. Which handlebar did you get? Did you consider risers? I find the Street Twin to be a sweet bike overall. In fact, before I bought my Street Triple, I was eyeing the Street Twin. Guess, it will be the Speed Twin next. Cheers
@@abhinavbhatt , I used the Scrambler handlebar and raisers...cost me 24 k as I got it done at the dealer, with Triumph parts. Cost apart, it was worth it....much better riding position. The seat height is too low and the Triumph options cost a bomb. I'm thinking of getting a local modification done.
Frankly, the Triumphs are overpriced because of duties. The RE Interceptor is lovely in my opinion, apart from the niggles that you've mentioned. Spending another 2 lakhs on customising would still be worth it. Of course, I cannot comment on the reliability of the bike.....in comparison the Triumphs are bullet proof.
Yes, Sanjeev. That's why I went for the Interceptor. It is 70 per cent of what the Street Twin is, and that for me is good enough. I'm glad you found a good handlebar option even though the cost is fairly steep.
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Thanks bro.
@@abhinavbhatt see
Appreciate your effort Abhinav, my experience evidences all the issues you reported in this video. I really enjoy riding to office and other places everyday since when I got this motorcycle. Everyday I look at my car and think I'll drive my car tomorrow but end up riding this motorcycle though I suffer 5 km bumper to bumper traffic and holding the clutch continuously at fist-gear about 15 to 25 minutes. If I have to buy another motorcycle, I won't look anything else than getting another Interceptor.
Hi friend. Exactly what I do. Haven't driven in more than two months now. I just ride this bike everywhere.
Being an owner I agree with all the mentioned problem....But u missed another big issue which is rear seat comfort is horrible..footpegs are very high set & pillion seats like sitting on an Indian Toilet 😤
Hello, Biswanath. I have elaborated it in my blog. Please refer to it in the first pinned comment. Cheers
All pts are ditto spot on! Hired a Interceptor for day and experienced all these issues. Plus the bike has heat dissipation issues and effects one in summers esp in traffic. Clutch was heavy, handle bars far ahead, fuel gauge reading, foot pegs, etc. Still a good engine though. Tnxs.
Thanks for speaking in English! Mate. 😊
Most welcome, mate. Hope the content made sense as well.
Great video and great review buddy! I have my Continental GT 650 for a year and I have the same electrical problems and a couple more, the big one is the engine suddenly shots off while running, no matter the speed, no matter the gear, no matter the rpms, without notice the engine shuts off, the official technical service have no idea about how to resolve it, Have you experience something similar? Cheers bro!
You're pretty good.
But the major issue is that it's a royal Enfield
They played me like a damn fiddle!
@@abhinavbhatt what's more important... Fiddling or riding
Hahahahahha
What's this issue of it being a RE bro.Its a first gen product issues would be ironed out like any motorcycle launched.Not a RE fanboy not into cruisers but its a good motorcycle after riding it felt good
I too quite like the bike man. These issues can be dealt with, no problem.
Very accurate review based on my experience with the bike. I have owned this beauty for a month now.
I can't understand how did they get thw footpegs so wrong.
Hey Abhinav, thanks for this video.
So did your 12th issues ( Stuttering between 1500-2000rpm) got resolved? & If yes then what was causing it ?
Yes. It was the clutch cable setting.
I think you’ve covered pretty much all the points I faced in my test ride, the right mirror is really painful, the foot pegs cause the rider to keep his feet wide apart and could be run over by a car or something in traffic and the seat quality can get better.
I’m a tall person (6’5”) and I found the riding position pretty ok the handle bar reach was ok too, a lil bit of heating in traffic but nothing crazy.
I also agree that at this price range man this is a good bike absolutely VFM
Hi Ivan. Not a lot of people would be able to relate to your ergonomics for obvious reasons, but I am very surprised to find that even someone as tall as you is having footpeg issues. Ideally, with long legs, you would be able to bend your legs while on the saddle and the feet will naturally rest ahead of the pegs, on the ground.
And yes, despite everything, it is a damn good bike.
Well honestly mate I had the same thoughts before the test drive but during the short test drive I was uncomfortable with the foot pegs position and how it I was planting my foot, now it is quiet likely due to my first time on the bike, but I’ll take a test drive again perhaps a slightly longish one and see if it’s any difference from the first time.
I quiet like the idea of buying a chrome interceptor change the exhaust to S&S and use it for every day for my to and fro trips to office 😎
Do keep us posted on how the bike holds up a long term ownership in a few months will be really kind of you if you can share it cheers.
Hey. Yeah, the Chrome looks stunning. I tried waiting for S&S but can't anymore. I'll just get a pair of AEW exhausts for it.
Well, about long term reliability: my bike is already leaking engine oil. But just a call to RE, and they came and took my bike away to fix it.
I am just waiting for the second version of interceptor 650 bro. Hope RE fixes all the issues that you mentioned in the video on the next version. I hope it launches in the next two to three months
That's not going to happen. I don't see an updated model coming up in a year or two.
Your'e spot on! My interceptor starts missing when I am riding in the rain. No one has been able to rectify it as yet. It's frustrating.
you can go for the clip-on handlebars with bar end mirrors from the continental gt650
also i find my GT650's seat comfortable so you can go for it too🙂🙂
you mentioned that your bike stutters under 2000rpm, mine does that too
Made quite a few changes to my bike to rectify these issues.
@Abhinav : How practical is to ride your bikes - Interceptor, Street Triple, Yamaha (model ?) - as Commuter bikes on a scale of 1 to 10 under bumper to bumper traffic conditions?
For instance, Here’re my ratings for the bikes I own currently:
Karizma : 9
RE Thunderbird : 8
Kawi Vulcan S : 6.5
Interceptor 8 (would be 10 if not for the horrible pegs)
R15 9 (too committed for bumper to bumper)
Street Triple 7 (stalling, engine heat, heavy clutch)
Abhinav Bhatt 👍
Very helpful review, thank you.
Thank you for the Genuine review unlike all the paid reviews we get on magazines
hi Abhinav, I too am facing the issue of jerk under 2000 rpm at 2nd gear similar to what you mentioned. Did you find any solution to it?
Thanks for the very open review on the niggles of interceptor 650. Two things that worry me about this motorcycle is 1) Oil Light Indicator being ON with reason not known and 2) Not suitable for pillion rider due to raised foot pegs and bad seat.
Can you let me know why did Oil indicator randomly glows at times ? Have you found any practical reason behind it ?
Hi. It only happened a couple of times for me. Maybe water seeped in. Haven't faced it again.
Abhinav Bhatt Okay. Thank you bro
I have just test ridden one here in the UK and thought it was a brilliant bike, the foot-pegs I felt need to come back a touch but I do agree with you regarding the lack of gear indicator with 6 speeds as I never knew if I was in 5th or 6th gear.
Yes, Mark. I think so too. Don't think the final two gears are spaced out that much.
Man love ua vdos... specially the quality's abt u that u r so soft spoken and dont overact like some other TH-camrs...plz make a vdo abt the Jawas too
Hi, Pritesh. Thank you. I'll make a video on the Jawa if I ever get to ride it long term so that I can understand it properly first. Don't want to do a first impressions video.
@@abhinavbhatt fair enough. 👌🏼
I agree bro i experienced the same inconvenience when i test driven the interceptor, foot pegs are placed on wrong place which makes it really hard to ride in the city☺
But i still love this bike the engine is such a gem it gave a huge smile on my face the moment i rev it..
Yeah, Rakesh. I think so too.
Thanks for doing this. I appreciate your candor.
Most welcome.
Great review. Thanks from the uk. No bike is perfect but its a great platform as a base to build on. Still waiting on my red and black interceptor. Subbed. 👍🏼👍🏼
Thanks brother. I think so too. Hope you get your bike soon. Cheers
I'm glad at the end you gave it a good rating because the whole time I ignored your complaints about personal ergonomics and your personnel opinions. The bike ran flawlessly during the vid. It shifted smoothly and accelerated without complaint. I was more interested in hearing about Miles or Kilometers per whatever you people call fuel. Did it leak oil? Did it miss gears when you shifted. Was it easy to find neutral. Did it stick in neutral when shifting quickly from 1st to second. How did the brakes feel. Everybody that has spent time on a motorcycle knows that ALL seats get uncomfortable and your arms tire of being in the same position. Who needs a clock. Your frigging phone is right in front of you. The bike seems affordable with adequate power and braking. It doesn't come with a lot of junk that quits working. It's not for a person with a ego the size of a Harley Davidson. It's for your average Joe who wants to take this time machine back to a time when things were simpler. Thanks for the ride. I hope you get lots of miles safely down those crazy roads where you live. When you get older I think you will remember this bike as the one you should have kept or could ride again. I survived the 60's and the old Nortons, Tryumphs and BSA bikes. This bike has no ignition points, No Lucas electrics, no oil leaks, a predictable clutch, doesn't shake you to peaces, Probably doesn't have whitworth threads, Probably a O-ring chain, I loved my old bikes with a centerstand, The seat height is where even I can touch the ground with both feet. Adjustable reservoir shocks..... And best of all they kept the sound of the classic British bikes. You youngster don't know how good you have it. I'm outa here....
Hi. Yes, the bike did leak oil, it does throw up the occasional false neutrals between fifth and sixth. The electricals do bother from time to time. Brakes feel pretty good though the ABS kicks in a bit early for my liking. I understand that seats get tiring, but if a bike like this tires me out half as quickly as my sports bike, then there is a problem. With the GPS on, on the phone, telling the time is next to impossible by looking at the screen. But despite everything, it is still a great bike for the price it is sold at. And ultimately, that is what matters. Cheers
Thank You Sir for your quick reply. Thumbs up for you and the bike. Cheers! :-)
Cheers, sir :)
You keep saying the electricals have slight issues after washing the bike, do you use a pail or hose or through a high-pressure pump?
Everything. The point being, ehen used on my other bikes, a high pressure pump never caused any issue.
Hi Abhinav, thank you very much for this wonderful review. Refreshingly honest, detailed and methodical review. Rgds. Mahesh
Thanks, Mahesh :)
I was all set to buy the INT but then I test drove the classic reborn right after test riding the INT. Classic felt much more comfortable, easy going, relaxed foorpegs' position & a better seat. Now I'm confused.
I'm looking for a bike for long distances, won't be riding over 100kmph, which one do you think would be a better buy for me?
P.S. I wish there was a 650 classic/std. bullet, it would tick all the boxes for me.
1- foot rest/peg positioning
2- issue in stock seat
3- headlight spread in night
6- fuel gauge fluctuation
these are quite common. why doesn't RE give a good seat. and Abhinav Bhatt, please share if this is good choice for daily commute of 30 odd kilometers. or the regular RE 500 is good ?
Hi. This bike makes a very good commuter as well. I would not recommend the Classic over this.
Riding tank to tank !! That's the Harley Way!
Good video brother.
Thanks, brother.
Finally someone else who has issues with the placement of the foot pegs on their bike. I am short and I just bought a street twin and although my feet touch the ground ok I found the when stopping and only putting the left foot down that the foot peg does exactly what you said and makes me less stable on the bike. I need to move it either forward or back. Thanks for the video 🙃
Sorry mate but a bit late , a great video as always and dude waiting for the unveil of the track ripper v3.
Thanks, Aryan. Will ride the R15 on Monday. Will take a week before I put out that vlog.
@@abhinavbhatt cool.
Thanks for the amazing user reviews. Mine is coming on Monday. Will keep all the above points in mind
Thank you, Vaibhav. Hope to catch it soon.
@@abhinavbhatt not into blogging. But will surely email or DM u the pics
Cool. And congratulations.
What do you say Abhinav , interceptor or a duke 390 ? Need to buy one soon. What’s your pick ? And I currently own a duke 200
Completely different genres, my friend. But if I really had to, Interceptor. Versatile bike. Just don't expect the manic nature or handling of the KTM. The smoothness more than makes up for it
Abhinav Bhatt and I have toured on R15 too, apart from the tank capacity, I can manage the aggressive position. What’s your thoughts on RC 390 ? Over ninja 300
I'd pick the Ninja 300 over the RC390 any day. Smoothness matters to me a lot.
Abhinav Bhatt thanks brother 💙
Most welcome.
Great pointers man! BTW do you think that you might get used to the foot pegs with time (given that they are spring loaded)? Also is it worth a wait for 4 months?
I am not too sure if I will get used to these pegs. Just don't work for me in stop-go traffic. And yes, this bike is worth the wait. What else is available for 3 lakhs.
Nicely reviewed work. Watched it today in May 19. What do you say now ... are you satisfied. Should I go ahead too.. after watching this.😀
Hi, yes, please go ahead with this bike. Most rusting etc issues have been sorted by the company. The pegs are still horrible though. I switched to the Continental GT 650's set up.
I have had my Sportster 1999 883 for 25 years and 400,000 miles on the original engine. Let's see a RE go that far.
Has some of these issues been fixed on bs6/2021 models?
I own one too facing the same problem ,
But is there any way to get it forward set?
Bcoz I'm using a handle bar risers and not a good friend of aggressive position .
Very informative video! I had not considered the foot peg issue but it makes sense. Is the foot peg position a little better on the Classic 500? I tend to like them a little forward.
Yeah, easier on the Classic 500 since they are more forward set. These are right in the way. Should have been further back.
Thanks for the detailed report. I am planning to buy a ravishing red interceptor. And how about the sound from stock exhausts, did you like it?
Hi, Arun. I really like the exhaust note since it is a very mature rumble. Not loud or annoying at all. However, I don't like the look of the stock exhaust so I am changing it to a set of AEW pipes with the baffles.
Finally an honest no holds barred review, thus very useful. Big thanks for that.
Thank you, Walter. I felt it was important to highlight the shortcomings.
@@abhinavbhatt You're welcome. Way too few "testers" make useful reviews with pros AND cons. Kudos to you.
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A very helpful video - thank you. It's nice to know the things to watch out for and that overall you are happy with the bike in spite of these minor problems. Perhaps the application of some WD40 might help to solve some of the wet switchgear issues.
Hi. Most issues have been taken care of by now. I haven't faced rusting for a while and I have even changed the pegs and the handlebars. So, all good. It is a lovely bike :)
@@abhinavbhatt Good to hear. :) Can you tell us which foot pegs you changed to, to solve the foot position problem? Thanks.
I went with the Continental GT 650's pegs. Works very well for me.
Hi I own a Benelli TNT 300.
It's footpegs are also similarly placed . To compensate for that the pegs are tapering and have rounded edges. They also have a spring effect wherein when your foot comes in contact with the pegs they fold backwards. I mean when you put your foot down and move forward. Check out a TNT300 and you will understand what I mean. See if you can get something similar done to your bykes footpegs too.
Thanks for the suggestion, bro. The problem is the pegs are placed too wide. Had they been narrower, it would have still been manageable. I am just waiting for the Continental GT's pegs to arrive. Will just switch to rearsets.
भय्या हिन्दी मे बोला करो। अंग्रेज़ी नही समझती सबको। बीस मिनट से क्या बोल रहे थे आप ज़रा समझाये आप हमे। धयवाद।
That's why I opt for the Continental GT 650 and I'm completely satisfied with it. No complaints so far.
Akash Joshi what's the ownership experience been like mate? I'm waiting for mine so desperately
@@ojastushar8123 I've not ridden it much bro. 1000 kms on my ODO. But I've enjoyed each and every single kilometer of those 1000. Took it on highway couple of times for early morning ride. The performance is just awesome. I've also done some modifications in my GT 650. Check out my uploads. I frequently post updates of my GT on my Instagram. My id is akashjoshi88
Akash Joshi very cool. I shall check out your channel
Sorry to bring you to your own old video
But
Have you found a fix for the inaccurate fuel gauge?
That seriously irritates me
Go tankful to tankful. At 220 km, get a tankful.
@@abhinavbhatt thankyou ,sir
9 out of 10. Are you high on something. No offence. Leave the price aside. Bike which has so many issues and it cant stand more than 7 out of 10. I Bet.
Have you ridden this bike? The engine and gearbox combo makes up for most issues.
@@abhinavbhatt I have. I was impressed for the first time. Then, I remembered my himalyan which is still not fixed from 2 years. My passion for bike is sucked out. 650 is equally the same.
Naah. I don't agree. This bike is very solidly put together.
@@abhinavbhatt no offense. I agree with solitude however, not with the points. Just my view.
None taken :)
Thanks for a great and honest review. But you don't really prefer it to your Street Triple do you?
Completely different rides. If I were to only keep one keeping Indian conditions in mind, I might just say the Interceptor.
@Abhinav Bhat
This is an incredibly useful video to understand the bike's manners from an enduser's perspective. Thank you.
I have a key question for you. I read from your blog elsewhere that you plan to install the Continental GT's rear-sets on this bike and that set would cost Rs. 6000. However, how do you plan to shorten the brake lever and the gear connector? Will your fix include all the 3 (pegs, brake and clutch) for Rs. 6000? Please let me know.
Cheers and keep up the good work.
Thanks JJ. I plan to install the entire assembly. Pegs, shifter, brake lever, everything.
Abhinav Bhatt But then, will you have to fiddle with the engine casing? The CGT's gear lever has no linkage and is connected from the front. If this is easily doable, it will be a boon. Pls grab shots when this is happening to share. Thanks.
I have to explore it further. But I think it can be done. Will do detailed video.