We have had Royal Enfield for like 50yrs it's heritage grandfather passed it to my father and in 2014. I got my hands on it. It's 1959 g2 my dad kept it alive and was kept away for 10yrs restored it to it's glory and man that machine is just awsome. I ride her everyday keep her clean and work on it every weekends it has some oil leakage and some small issues with Amal carbs but it's the best time it's like meditation. I had no clue about working on it but a great guy thought me how naggy she is and if pampered can give you the best time. I still look at her the way I use to when I was 10 yr old. the old g2 has a really beautiful note which is loud but hits the sweet spot the thump is simply awsome Most imp issue is morning start up trying to start her is biggest hurdle in the morning . Indians love Enfield and the history it has with it. I don't know a timeless piece like 'Enfield' could be ever be replaced, I really loved the way you kept your bike clean and pampered it trust me Enfield needs to be pampered and loved or else it shows nasty attitude specially mine which kind of marks it's own territory 😂on it's own...great ride hope you keep that engine thumping around😉.
I had a bullet here in Ireland years ago and I miss it. Had everything from a honda cub to a Suzuki slingshot but my next bike will be Royal , classic and green
Can you say: "old school macho"! A biker I met at a bike show had an Enfield and thinking they were no longer produced, I commented on what a nice restoration he did on the bike. Restoration, this is a new bike he replied! He went on to tell me that he had an Japanese Crotch Rocket and a Harley, but he enjoyed riding his Enfield more! I like all the Enfield models but for me personally, I prefer the Himalayan model!
Indian have done great keeping RE alive. Itchy Boots riding her Himalayan around the world shows what a hell of a bike these things are. No need for a GS.
This is perfect as a day to day bike. I replaced the FI with a carb as the injection will fail under very cold and damp weather for starting up. Now it is just the best machine I ever owned. Not a lot of power, but superb torque and enough to keep up on motorway with two people and luggage. No sweat working all day long. Very fun, good brakes, supension and hard as nails. If you don' t trust your local garage you got a bike that can have anything done or repaired with basic tools and little knowledge without any person to help you(not like you' ll need it very often). For over a year this one (ABS model) has been my only vehicle and I am really happy with it. It is a super bike! And please, don't consider it a "weekend ride", this one is really a good, practical and fun machine with an excellent price
Never had trouble starting mine in any weather, and would always kick start on the first or second kick, I loved to use the kick starter, my electric starter. hardly ever got used. If they had a dealer in PEI I would be getting another one. I put a lot of Km on my bikes so like a dealer close, plus the fact it cost close to $50 to get of the Island which I don't think we should have to pay, to use the bridge.
The older bikes with the cast iron engines that came before 2000 sounded better , The thump during idling itself is just awesome, have a look n decide th-cam.com/video/P331lxPOVU4/w-d-xo.html
I've just bought a Battle Green 2018 model in Ecuador. Its my second RE. Like you I love these bikes. I love what you have to say, you are spot on with everything. Great vid for anyone who needs to know about it before buying ;-)
Nice bike mate, I have a 2002 model,(UK spec) and it's done over fifty thousand kilometres now. No electric start on mine, I just prime the cylinder with one kick switched off, take the piston just over the top, switch on and kick, and away she goes. I like the shiny paint too, 😀
Hi Aaron I'm from India and loved your motorcycle. I'm also a proud owner of this timelessly designed motorcycle from the house of Royal Enfield and loved the colour more than anything else. This colour is illegal for civilians to use in our country as Indian army is using it since 1952. Happy riding
Hi Ayan ! Thanks for sharing your experience over this. I wanna discuss something about this for a while. So, please provide your mail id or contact number if possible as if I can get in touch with you bro. Thanks in advance :-)Deep Biswas+91 9874010807 Mail to : deepof1989@gmail.com
Kick starting - The EFI really does only require a lazy prod, but all the way through to the end of the stroke. Pulling the clutch in will free off the clutch and turn the gearbox over and stir up the oil in there, not sure if it aids starting but it does stop it lurching going into 1st. The ignition runs up the fuel pump and this seems to prime the injector (rather like tickling a carburettor), so if she doesn't start first time, switch off and back on and wait for the MIL lamp to go out. The cold start is an air bypass that raises the idle speed and enriches the mix slightly for starting, use it with a closed throttle; when the motor is hot use almost full throttle and not the cold start. The kick should only be a lazy prod all the way through to the end of the stroke, no leaping up and down.
Great video! I love my 2017 Classic 500 in Battle Green. It is not like every other bike on the road, and it rides like a bike from the 50's and 60's. More of an organic, seat of the pants feel that brings me a smile every second I am on her.
The bike has been very reliable right from the begining. I keep the oil fresh and was very careful during the run in period. It's a very strong machine and well built. Loads of fun to ride....I always take the long way home from work on purpose.
Stunning work with that paint transformation.. I wouldn't have believed it originally came in the matte version. And love the tax disc.. Great touch. I'm just in the process of getting one myself
Just took the 500 out for a test ride yesterday with also the continental gt and the Himalayan and the 500 to me was the best bike love this army green and the shine on the paintwork👍😀
Bravo! My Classic Military 500 WITH sidecar will be delivered shortly and I am very much looking forward to it. Thank you for your informative and loving portrait of the 500.
Thanks Aaron for this review. I have been chewing over whether I would need to repaint the new green 500 Classic that I haven't even bought yet. You really have made a terrific job with yours. I'm impressed. The gloss gives a beautiful depth to the colour which I think is way better than the factory matt finish. In fact, the factory matt green looks more like a model-makers colour.
Wow. the energy and the detailing that you have paid focus on, is just outstanding.. feels like bike is alive and speaks to you... thug... thug... thug...
I'm proud to be an Royal Enfield Classic 350cc EFI owner i love my machine sound, speed, looks and design it's my life partner my angel i love you my Royal Enfield Classic 350cc forever rest of my life
Hey Aaron , I have the squadron blue version of the same motorcycle . I have switched to synthetic oil , filled a kg of lead shots into the handlebar and changed the mirrors . That along with patient running , the engine really settles down to a point where the vibes aren't annoying anymore , way upto 125 kmph. Hope these helps , Although the glossy green looks novel , I personally liked the matte version as it enhances the rugged look of the bike . Cheers
I know very little about these bikes but if I was to suggest anything it would be ensure Royal Enfield see's your video as they should build their bikes just like this and give you the credit for it. I really like what you've done with it, happy riding! I did get to ride on a diesel version of these back in India and I really wanted one badly.
Thank you very much. The nice thing about Royal Enfield is how versatile they are for modifications. These are really special bikes and I enjoy every moment I spend with mine.
great video, wonderful that you used the audio track to talk rather than the usual terrible music, usually loud and too hot in the treble I love a tach on a bike, I don't watch it, but use it to memorize the engine pitch at certain revs, usually peak torque and about 2.000 below red line once these are memorized I would happily swap a tach for a fuel gauge, love the polish, think it looks better than mat to me bikes are meant to be shiny
I can definitely tell you love this bike! It's absolutely amazing how much you have improved it with these modifications as such. I love the glossy look of the green better than the matte. It looks so nice! Great job! I have a 2007 Suzuki S83 Boulevard 1400 and I would love this as a second bike for trail riding. I'm very interested, and they're starting to get a bit popular in the USA. I'm torn between the classic and the new 650 Interceptor. I love the Kickstart and that and the beautiful classic look of the classic, but I may be leaning towards the Interceptor if the Kickstart is pretty much useless which is disappointing to say the least. Great video and enjoy your Royal Enfield. ☺️
Thank you very much. I truly do love my bike. Our time on the road together is always a pleasure. I also like the interceptor look as well but my heart is with the Classic 500. The organic sound and feel is unlike any other bike I have ever ridden. The kick start frustrations i experienced early on have virtually disappeared over time. (Enfields have a tendency to mature very nicely) I pretty much never use the electric start anymore. Its simply a matter of a steady and deliberate follow through right to the end of the kick cycle one or two times and it starts. My personal advice is to go with the Classic. The UCE 500 engine has been in production for quite a few years now and the fine tuning over that time has made it a really beautiful and reliable machine. One thing I also know for sure...people who own the Classic 500 always look back over their shoulder one more time for a look when they park it and walk away. I know I do. Every single time. Whichever you choose I wish you many years of good times with it.
Aaron B. I'm so glad to know that the kickstart is working. I really love the classic over all the others. Now, to find one in my area. Such a beautiful machine! Enjoy and stay safe, I'm fixing to leave and go for a ride on this beautiful Sunday! ☺️
Beautiful bike ! I recently bought mine here in Brampton. If you want the old classic enfield thump, You should get the exhaust pipe bend replaced with Silman bend(round shape). Due to environment issue they put a filter in the bend and made it more square. I will be changing mine within a week.
Those knobby tyres can be darn dangerous riding on roads. In 1972 I hit a car as the driver of the car turned without care , I braked hard but my Honda SL 350 kept on sliding forward due to very little rubber grip and I hit the side of the car rather hard. Not injured but my foot was hunting like hell . My gear lever cut a hole in the hub cap of the car. I believe had I been riding on the original trail tyres my bike would have stopped before hitting the car. But your Classic 500 in green looks very nice indeed.
I have a classic 500cc in black and chrome, but you have made a beautiful job of customising yours further, the military green looks so Good, and I like the touch of the vintage road tax disc😇
Very informative video, sir! I m from India and I intend to buy a Classic 350 soon. I really liked the tyres on ur bike. They look sturdy and no nonsense 👍...Over all, a very well maintained machine. All the features modified by you make your bike very functional and yet an absolute head Turner. Thanks again 😊
Hey man, you did really good. It looks really nice, kinda funny, even though it's not old, not so much British, and no longer Carbureted , yet it's still British as in "won't start" without a whole lot of fiddling with! She looks really nice, I've got two Older bikes from the '70's and '80's and they're carbureted so there's some fiddling around with them sometimes!
I like everything you have done with the bike, you did put a lot of thoughts instead of swapping parts. Its those tiny details and finishing touches that make your Enfield stands out from the others. Really nicely done!
Nice bike and great presentation, I'm from the UK and I've got a 500 efi electra street scrambler, I've never noticed any excessive vibrations, I guess that's because I'm used to riding a variety of vintage bikes.
Cheers Aaron - about to purchase a Chrome Classic 500 in a few weeks and it appears from my reading and watching reviews of other RE-500 owners that these bikes significantly improve with running in from 10k onwards. There is a lot of info out there about how to run the RE in properly in conjunction with the owners manual - check out some of the other British owner reviews and you will find much of this information in the comments sections. Once run in properly other owners have had the RE-500 up to 130kph without vibration and a general dampening of any significant vibration at all other speeds - the idea is to get the pistons and rings bedded and seated properly, which with this big single Cyl thumper accounts for much of the early vibes that most people complain about from little more than a test ride. Run it in and you should be golden! And I must repeat it, these are British bikes, by British design ... Indian made - not JUST Indian bikes.
The run in period properly managed is the best investment we can do for these bikes. My bike moves along at 120 very smoothly now. The sound improves as well. It gets a much deeper tone. The only thing I don't like are the long scooter style mirrors. I switched them to a lower heavier mirror and it made a huge difference.
The Velo In The Vale - Yes the company started out as British and during its early years they manufactured bikes both in England and India. But some time during the 60's the British manufacturing unit went bust leaving only the Indian unit functioning. In 1994 an Indian motor company bought the Royal Enfield and is now wholly owned by them. And yes the Royal Enfield classic bikes were designed in Britain but the newer models like Royal Enfield Continental GT and the Himalayan among others are completely designed, manufactured and exported from India. So any Royal Enfield bike you see on the road is made in India. It has become an Indian company now.
Muy buen video. No hablo ingles, solo español. Tengo una Royal Enfield Classic 500 cc Pegasus 2018 Militar, estoy encantado con ella. Un abrazo desde Buenos Aires, Argentina.El Paracaidista.
Felicitaciones por tu personalización!! Creo que cada detalle fué un acierto de funcionalidad y buen gusto, además de ésos pequeños detalles que (el que sabe y conoce), va a poder disfrutar! Saludos desde Argentina, soy propietario de R.E.Himalayan y admiro las Classic 500.
Nice review. I bought mine in October. I have to say that it is the best thing i have done for years!! I share your enthusiasm .. Yours is great looking too...glad to hear that i am not alone in my thoughts about the issues you raised!! Thank you.
Very impressive video Sir! Wish I could meet you in person and check out your bike first hand. I’m originally from India, now in Vaughan ON, and RE has a special place in every Indian bike enthusiast’s heart. Beautiful bike this one. Two Thumbs Up!
Excellent video, which really conveys your passion for the bike. I think you have done a great job in detailing it, and I wish you many years of happy safe motoring.
That's a really cool looking bike. I like the Battle green, as it's very suited to the overall style and utilitarian purpose of the classic. I'm torn between this color and the chrome (can only have one) and just think the green will be easier to maintain for the long-haul. Thanks for the video.
Yes when you run in a new bike you get false neutrals and also over heating. you should ride about hour and stop. then two and then five. this allows the bike engine metal to heat up and cool down as it is air cooled.
nice video! my classic 500 arrives tomorrow, my third bullet, knee problems necessitate e-start, and these still retain the `thump` of the older models.
Nice modifications and tidy walkaround detailing...m waiting for this beauty...hope it will be delivered this month end...keep riding..keep shinging. 👍
Like the look of this bike for an everyday useable practical, and should imagine nice to ride on a lazy day going nowhere in particular. Nice commentary as well , like the bike nice nod relaxed.
Hii Aaron.. Great video.. You can use ceramic coating on bike which will make your bike super glossy and that ceramic coating will prevent ur bike from scratch and water spots.. And it will last for like 2 years. And thank for the reviews.. I'm also going to own RE CLASSIC SOON.. RIDE SAFE.
Better get it checked out I had one and never took more than 2 kicks to get it started and most of the time first kick, I would put between 200 km and 500 km per day and never had a problem with the vibration it did vibrate but never enough to bother me. If they had a dealer on PEI I would have one in my stable. I now have the Versys 300 X and the Suzuki s 40 love them bough but would love to add a couple of Royal Enfield . I to had it in green and had the army type steel bags for it, Should never got rid of it, a great fun bike to ride, and did gravel roads as if it was a dire bike.
I was torn between the Himalayan or the classic green, I love the look of that green and I know exactly what you mean by fingerprints on mate paint, excellent video, if you make another, could you please make one on the riding? Excellent work, keep it up, and ride safe
Hi, although I haven't this bike, but I liked it as you mention it very much briefly, I liked this color shines good, maintenance good, hope you enjoyed the riding when ever you take it 📤, but I am lover of the motor bikes
Great video, Aaron. The exhaust is called 'Long Bottle Punjab' in India. I have to say that you haven't gone overboard with the customisations. After a very, very long while, I've come across a Royal Enfield which has been customised to enhance its heritage. From a fellow Royal Enfield owner, Respect.
That is the stock exhaust. The silencer weighs about 14-lb and it is rather restrictive. I christened it "towing-a-log". Whilst there are a number of generally "free-flow" exhausts available in North America and the UK, they are not quite the same as those in India. In the UK they have to be road-legal, that doesn't mean they have to be quiet. Whilst a completely straight though exhaust may give a bit more power at the top end, lack of back pressure from baffles ruins the low to mid-range torque. They can develop an annoying habit of leaking at the head, copper gasket p/n 582638/A solves that.
Wonderful video and great looking job you did on the bike. Would you share with me where you ordered the front headlight visor and the 7 inch conversion kit? I love what you did with the stamped logo.
Yo can get pops from that stock exhaust by doing a little trick When you're riding switch off the engine kill switch hold it in full throttle while holding the throttle switch on the engine switch on there you go a loud pop it's really good
Heading out for a test ride today! I'm checking out a matching sidecar as well. Did you have cable length issues when replacing the handlebars? 2000 km break in period? All the modifications look great! I like the black spokes!
Hello...The cable lengths were no problem at all with the handle bar change. And yes, the break in period is 2000kms. Its well worth it to keep things under control during that time. Take care and let me know if you get that sidecar!
Thank you Aaron for a great and outstanding review. Rescently I was lucky to get a RE Black Tribute #0986 and so far i love the bike. I`m living in Sweden , so the weather conditions in Oct-April are pretty rough, but I´ve been riding so far 300miles in cold, heavy rainy weather:) I have been watching your video quite a lot of times and I must say you´ve done a great job and put a personal touch on yor bike-just love all of your extras I would love to ask you a question: Please, Im considering put on the same tires as yours, and would appreciate a lot of you give me a hint how do the tires experience on asphalt riding, and how much comfort is lost compared to the original tires ? Greetings from Sweden ; Michael Harley Davidsson Streetglide & RE rider
The pavement driving on those tires feels very similar to the original tires. They a a little noisy at high speed and the bike sits about an inch taller.
When a Royal Enfield owner pays respect to details like you have I fall in love all over again . Thanks
Thanks so much.
We have had Royal Enfield for like 50yrs it's heritage grandfather passed it to my father and in 2014. I got my hands on it.
It's 1959 g2 my dad kept it alive and was kept away for 10yrs restored it to it's glory and man that machine is just awsome.
I ride her everyday keep her clean and work on it every weekends it has some oil leakage and some small issues with Amal carbs but it's the best time it's like meditation.
I had no clue about working on it but a great guy thought me how naggy she is and if pampered can give you the best time.
I still look at her the way I use to when I was 10 yr old. the old g2 has a really beautiful note which is loud but hits the sweet spot the thump is simply awsome
Most imp issue is morning start up trying to start her is biggest hurdle in the morning .
Indians love Enfield and the history it has with it.
I don't know a timeless piece like 'Enfield' could be ever be replaced, I really loved the way you kept your bike clean and pampered it trust me Enfield needs to be pampered and loved or else it shows nasty attitude specially mine which kind of marks it's own territory 😂on it's own...great ride hope you keep that engine thumping around😉.
Wow 🤩
I think it takes a certain type of person to love a Royal Enfield. You are that type of person!
I had a bullet here in Ireland years ago and I miss it. Had everything from a honda cub to a Suzuki slingshot but my next bike will be Royal , classic and green
I’m in Love with your Bike. Even I own Royal Enfield Classic 500 in Silver Colour. Riding 500 Cc in Royal Enfield Bike is an Amazing feeling
barobar bhawa 😍❤
I heard it has alot of electronic issues and since RE isnt best at fixing electronics it is really a struggle to maintain the 500
Super clean brother. Love the old British single look. Big thumbs up to India for keeping the marque alive. Loving the entire line.
Not British look. It's designed by Indian. Royal Enfield is an Indian company. The first plant was built in South India during British India empire.
@@punjabtabla It is British, just manufactured in India.
Can you say: "old school macho"! A biker I met at a bike show had an Enfield and thinking they were no longer produced, I commented on what a nice restoration he did on the bike. Restoration, this is a new bike he replied! He went on to tell me that he had an Japanese Crotch Rocket and a Harley, but he enjoyed riding his Enfield more! I like all the Enfield models but for me personally, I prefer the Himalayan model!
Beautiful bike. Funny how so many brands nowadays are designing retro bikes. This is the real thing. You did a fantastic job with the subtle changes.
Indian have done great keeping RE alive. Itchy Boots riding her Himalayan around the world shows what a hell of a bike these things are. No need for a GS.
This is perfect as a day to day bike. I replaced the FI with a carb as the injection will fail under very cold and damp weather for starting up. Now it is just the best machine I ever owned. Not a lot of power, but superb torque and enough to keep up on motorway with two people and luggage. No sweat working all day long. Very fun, good brakes, supension and hard as nails. If you don' t trust your local garage you got a bike that can have anything done or repaired with basic tools and little knowledge without any person to help you(not like you' ll need it very often).
For over a year this one (ABS model) has been my only vehicle and I am really happy with it. It is a super bike! And please, don't consider it a "weekend ride", this one is really a good, practical and fun machine with an excellent price
Spot on...I totally agree.
Never had trouble starting mine in any weather, and would always kick start on the first or second kick, I loved to use the kick starter, my electric starter. hardly ever got used. If they had a dealer in PEI I would be getting another one. I put a lot of Km on my bikes so like a dealer close, plus the fact it cost close to $50 to get of the Island which I don't think we should have to pay, to use the bridge.
Looks ( and sounds ) like a proper motorcycle, thanks for sharing. Greetings from Ireland.
James.... yes, it sounds like how a motorcycle should sound... ✔
The older bikes with the cast iron engines that came before 2000 sounded better , The thump during idling itself is just awesome, have a look n decide
th-cam.com/video/P331lxPOVU4/w-d-xo.html
I've just bought a Battle Green 2018 model in Ecuador. Its my second RE. Like you I love these bikes. I love what you have to say, you are spot on with everything. Great vid for anyone who needs to know about it before buying ;-)
Thank you very much
Nice bike mate, I have a 2002 model,(UK spec) and it's done over fifty thousand kilometres now. No electric start on mine, I just prime the cylinder with one kick switched off, take the piston just over the top, switch on and kick, and away she goes.
I like the shiny paint too, 😀
Depression killer !! Love it, love the shiny look
Michael Kastner - what an awesome thing to say!!!!!!!!!! Depression Killer! 😍😎😍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks Man! 😎😍😎👍👍👍
Hi Aaron I'm from India and loved your motorcycle. I'm also a proud owner of this timelessly designed motorcycle from the house of Royal Enfield and loved the colour more than anything else. This colour is illegal for civilians to use in our country as Indian army is using it since 1952. Happy riding
Thank you very much. I love my bike. It is like a member of the family for us.
Hi Ayan ! Thanks for sharing your experience over this. I wanna discuss something about this for a while. So, please provide your mail id or contact number if possible as if I can get in touch with you bro. Thanks in advance :-)Deep Biswas+91 9874010807 Mail to : deepof1989@gmail.com
Sure no problem. Just post your email address here and I will contact you right away.
Hi Deep, my mail address is ayanbanerjee16@gmail.com
When my fuel pump died I installed a Hitchcocks Amal carb conversion. Runs way better and the kickstart works like a charm now.
can you tell us which one?
Does it still pass emissions?
Fuel injection = pollution regs!
gfunk6 it is a Amal MK1 That came as a kit from Hitchcocks
Roger Gustafsson I don’t think it would pass emissions. In the Netherlands there is no MOT for motorcycles. So no one will check for emissions.
Kick starting - The EFI really does only require a lazy prod, but all the way through to the end of the stroke. Pulling the clutch in will free off the clutch and turn the gearbox over and stir up the oil in there, not sure if it aids starting but it does stop it lurching going into 1st. The ignition runs up the fuel pump and this seems to prime the injector (rather like tickling a carburettor), so if she doesn't start first time, switch off and back on and wait for the MIL lamp to go out. The cold start is an air bypass that raises the idle speed and enriches the mix slightly for starting, use it with a closed throttle; when the motor is hot use almost full throttle and not the cold start. The kick should only be a lazy prod all the way through to the end of the stroke, no leaping up and down.
Great bike with some lovely additions. Especially like the black in fill of the headlight visor logo.
Great video! I love my 2017 Classic 500 in Battle Green. It is not like every other bike on the road, and it rides like a bike from the 50's and 60's. More of an organic, seat of the pants feel that brings me a smile every second I am on her.
Excellent, I know what you mean.
Thank you Aaron for taking the time to show us your magnificent example of such a timeless motorcycle.
My pleasure. I love my bike and I know others out there love their bikes too.
Now that you've had it for some time, how has the reliability been? I am seriously thinking of buying one.
The bike has been very reliable right from the begining. I keep the oil fresh and was very careful during the run in period. It's a very strong machine and well built. Loads of fun to ride....I always take the long way home from work on purpose.
Great to hear, looks like I have to grab the desert storm one myself.
Stunning work with that paint transformation.. I wouldn't have believed it originally came in the matte version. And love the tax disc.. Great touch. I'm just in the process of getting one myself
Just took the 500 out for a test ride yesterday with also the continental gt and the Himalayan and the 500 to me was the best bike love this army green and the shine on the paintwork👍😀
Bravo! My Classic Military 500 WITH sidecar will be delivered shortly and I am very much looking forward to it. Thank you for your informative and loving portrait of the 500.
Thanks Aaron for this review. I have been chewing over whether I would need to repaint the new green 500 Classic that I haven't even bought yet. You really have made a terrific job with yours. I'm impressed. The gloss gives a beautiful depth to the colour which I think is way better than the factory matt finish. In fact, the factory matt green looks more like a model-makers colour.
A pleasure to hear a gentle, understandable voice talking about the RE! Some helpful tips here, my friend - thank you.
Helooo.. u vuant tu lisen my Indian eksen reweew of byke?
Wow. the energy and the detailing that you have paid focus on, is just outstanding.. feels like bike is alive and speaks to you... thug... thug... thug...
I'm proud to be an Royal Enfield Classic 350cc EFI owner i love my machine sound, speed, looks and design it's my life partner my angel i love you my Royal Enfield Classic 350cc forever rest of my life
The earliest RE 350 had Villers diesel engine and I loved their sound.
Hey Aaron , I have the squadron blue version of the same motorcycle . I have switched to synthetic oil , filled a kg of lead shots into the handlebar and changed the mirrors . That along with patient running , the engine really settles down to a point where the vibes aren't annoying anymore , way upto 125 kmph.
Hope these helps , Although the glossy green looks novel , I personally liked the matte version as it enhances the rugged look of the bike . Cheers
Yes, how did you fill up the handlebar with lead please?
What a beautiful bike!!! Thank you so much for sharing. Cheers from Australia
I know very little about these bikes but if I was to suggest anything it would be ensure Royal Enfield see's your video as they should build their bikes just like this and give you the credit for it. I really like what you've done with it, happy riding! I did get to ride on a diesel version of these back in India and I really wanted one badly.
Thank you very much. The nice thing about Royal Enfield is how versatile they are for modifications. These are really special bikes and I enjoy every moment I spend with mine.
I LOVE how you customized it! now you did it: I WANT one!
Very impressed with what you have done with this historic bike!
man historic its 2019 model
great video, wonderful that you used the audio track to talk rather than the usual terrible music, usually loud and too hot in the treble I love a tach on a bike, I don't watch it, but use it to memorize the engine pitch at certain revs, usually peak torque and about 2.000 below red line once these are memorized I would happily swap a tach for a fuel gauge, love the polish, think it looks better than mat to me bikes are meant to be shiny
I put bar end mirrors on my 500 and 350T now rock steady mirrors and looks cool too.
This battle green is a showstopper, so vibrant and strong!!
I can definitely tell you love this bike! It's absolutely amazing how much you have improved it with these modifications as such. I love the glossy look of the green better than the matte. It looks so nice! Great job! I have a 2007 Suzuki S83 Boulevard 1400 and I would love this as a second bike for trail riding. I'm very interested, and they're starting to get a bit popular in the USA. I'm torn between the classic and the new 650 Interceptor. I love the Kickstart and that and the beautiful classic look of the classic, but I may be leaning towards the Interceptor if the Kickstart is pretty much useless which is disappointing to say the least. Great video and enjoy your Royal Enfield. ☺️
Thank you very much. I truly do love my bike. Our time on the road together is always a pleasure. I also like the interceptor look as well but my heart is with the Classic 500. The organic sound and feel is unlike any other bike I have ever ridden. The kick start frustrations i experienced early on have virtually disappeared over time. (Enfields have a tendency to mature very nicely) I pretty much never use the electric start anymore. Its simply a matter of a steady and deliberate follow through right to the end of the kick cycle one or two times and it starts. My personal advice is to go with the Classic. The UCE 500 engine has been in production for quite a few years now and the fine tuning over that time has made it a really beautiful and reliable machine. One thing I also know for sure...people who own the Classic 500 always look back over their shoulder one more time for a look when they park it and walk away. I know I do. Every single time. Whichever you choose I wish you many years of good times with it.
Aaron B. I'm so glad to know that the kickstart is working. I really love the classic over all the others. Now, to find one in my area. Such a beautiful machine! Enjoy and stay safe, I'm fixing to leave and go for a ride on this beautiful Sunday! ☺️
Beautiful bike ! I recently bought mine here in Brampton. If you want the old classic enfield thump, You should get the exhaust pipe bend replaced with Silman bend(round shape). Due to environment issue they put a filter in the bend and made it more square. I will be changing mine within a week.
I will have to check that out. Thanks.
well Aaron this is the best example of a Royal enfield that iv ever seen well done
Thank you very much....I really appreciate that. Cheers.
Those knobby tyres can be darn dangerous riding on roads. In 1972 I hit a car as the driver of the car turned without care , I braked hard but my Honda SL 350 kept on sliding forward due to very little rubber grip and I hit the side of the car rather hard. Not injured but my foot was hunting like hell . My gear lever cut a hole in the hub cap of the car. I believe had I been riding on the original trail tyres my bike would have stopped before hitting the car. But your Classic 500 in green looks very nice indeed.
I have a classic 500cc in black and chrome, but you have made a beautiful job of customising yours further, the military green looks so Good, and I like the touch of the vintage road tax disc😇
Very informative video, sir! I m from India and I intend to buy a Classic 350 soon. I really liked the tyres on ur bike. They look sturdy and no nonsense 👍...Over all, a very well maintained machine. All the features modified by you make your bike very functional and yet an absolute head Turner. Thanks again 😊
Absolutely awesome bike. Really appreciated your video.
Hey man, you did really good. It looks really nice, kinda funny, even though it's not old, not so much British, and no longer Carbureted , yet it's still British as in "won't start" without a whole lot of fiddling with! She looks really nice, I've got two Older bikes from the '70's and '80's and they're carbureted so there's some fiddling around with them sometimes!
I like everything you have done with the bike, you did put a lot of thoughts instead of swapping parts. Its those tiny details and finishing touches that make your Enfield stands out from the others. Really nicely done!
Thank you so much. I appreciate that
Nice bike and great presentation, I'm from the UK and I've got a 500 efi electra street scrambler, I've never noticed any excessive vibrations, I guess that's because I'm used to riding a variety of vintage bikes.
Cheers Aaron - about to purchase a Chrome Classic 500 in a few weeks and it appears from my reading and watching reviews of other RE-500 owners that these bikes significantly improve with running in from 10k onwards. There is a lot of info out there about how to run the RE in properly in conjunction with the owners manual - check out some of the other British owner reviews and you will find much of this information in the comments sections. Once run in properly other owners have had the RE-500 up to 130kph without vibration and a general dampening of any significant vibration at all other speeds - the idea is to get the pistons and rings bedded and seated properly, which with this big single Cyl thumper accounts for much of the early vibes that most people complain about from little more than a test ride. Run it in and you should be golden! And I must repeat it, these are British bikes, by British design ... Indian made - not JUST Indian bikes.
The run in period properly managed is the best investment we can do for these bikes. My bike moves along at 120 very smoothly now. The sound improves as well. It gets a much deeper tone. The only thing I don't like are the long scooter style mirrors. I switched them to a lower heavier mirror and it made a huge difference.
The Velo In The Vale - Yes the company started out as British and during its early years they manufactured bikes both in England and India. But some time during the 60's the British manufacturing unit went bust leaving only the Indian unit functioning. In 1994 an Indian motor company bought the Royal Enfield and is now wholly owned by them. And yes the Royal Enfield classic bikes were designed in Britain but the newer models like Royal Enfield Continental GT and the Himalayan among others are completely designed, manufactured and exported from India. So any Royal Enfield bike you see on the road is made in India. It has become an Indian company now.
Nice to see a review of the North American version of the bike. Hope to land one of these soon.
Muy buen video. No hablo ingles, solo español. Tengo una Royal Enfield Classic 500 cc Pegasus 2018 Militar, estoy encantado con ella. Un abrazo desde Buenos Aires, Argentina.El Paracaidista.
The bike is so well maintained..loved this bike..it is indeed a classic legend ..best wishes.
Felicitaciones por tu personalización!! Creo que cada detalle fué un acierto de funcionalidad y buen gusto, además de ésos pequeños detalles que (el que sabe y conoce), va a poder disfrutar! Saludos desde Argentina, soy propietario de R.E.Himalayan y admiro las Classic 500.
You've done a very decent customisation on it. Looking Raw & Awesome.
Nice subtle modifications looks great
Happy about RE's new leadership and ambitions
What a great, honest and fair review!! Thanks for putting this together 👌🏻
Nice review. I bought mine in October. I have to say that it is the best thing i have done for years!! I share your enthusiasm .. Yours is great looking too...glad to hear that i am not alone in my thoughts about the issues you raised!! Thank you.
You have maintained this bike as a new showroom piece! Very good job in maintenance!
Thank you.
Best review I’ve seen on this bike.Good wishes to you and yours from Manchester🏴
Very impressive video Sir! Wish I could meet you in person and check out your bike first hand. I’m originally from India, now in Vaughan ON, and RE has a special place in every Indian bike enthusiast’s heart. Beautiful bike this one. Two Thumbs Up!
Thanks very much. If you get down to toronto let me know. I will gladly show you the bike!....He is sleeping for the winter now.
Excellent video, which really conveys your passion for the bike.
I think you have done a great job in detailing it, and I wish you many years of happy safe motoring.
Thank you very much. It's true I do have a lot of passion for my bike. The Royal Enfield is a very special machine. Appreciate your comment.
That's a really cool looking bike. I like the Battle green, as it's very suited to the overall style and utilitarian purpose of the classic. I'm torn between this color and the chrome (can only have one) and just think the green will be easier to maintain for the long-haul. Thanks for the video.
Yes when you run in a new bike you get false neutrals and also over heating. you should ride about hour and stop. then two and then five. this allows the bike engine metal to heat up and cool down as it is air cooled.
What an excellent Classic 500!
nice video! my classic 500 arrives tomorrow, my third bullet, knee problems necessitate e-start, and these still retain the `thump` of the older models.
Thank you for the very informative video on the Royal Enfield! I’ve been considering this motorcycle for sometime myself.
Nice modifications and tidy walkaround detailing...m waiting for this beauty...hope it will be delivered this month end...keep riding..keep shinging. 👍
Excellent video. I'd love to have one of those for adventure/camping
Very good review and improvements on your Battle Green! Congrats!
Come to Brazil Guilherme!
Like the look of this bike for an everyday useable practical, and should imagine nice to ride on a lazy day going nowhere in particular. Nice commentary as well , like the bike nice nod relaxed.
That is pretty much exactly how I spend my days with this bike. Cheers
I bought one of these military model love what u have done great saddle and spoke idea will do, one of the better reviews out there thanks
Thank you very much. I appreciate that.
Such a cool machine! And my absolute faborite colour! And I just LOVE that belt!!!
Nice review and I like the many little changes all adds up to an authentic looking classic, good job!
Hii Aaron.. Great video.. You can use ceramic coating on bike which will make your bike super glossy and that ceramic coating will prevent ur bike from scratch and water spots.. And it will last for like 2 years. And thank for the reviews.. I'm also going to own RE CLASSIC SOON.. RIDE SAFE.
Better get it checked out I had one and never took more than 2 kicks to get it started and most of the time first kick, I would put between 200 km and 500 km per day and never had a problem with the vibration it did vibrate but never enough to bother me. If they had a dealer on PEI I would have one in my stable. I now have the Versys 300 X and the Suzuki s 40 love them bough but would love to add a couple of Royal Enfield . I to had it in green and had the army type steel bags for it, Should never got rid of it, a great fun bike to ride, and did gravel roads as if it was a dire bike.
Great looking bike. Your mods are subtle and in keeping with the philosophy of the bike.
Thank you so much. I appreciate that.
I was torn between the Himalayan or the classic green, I love the look of that green and I know exactly what you mean by fingerprints on mate paint, excellent video, if you make another, could you please make one on the riding? Excellent work, keep it up, and ride safe
I am going to make a ride video soon
It won't even budge when a heavy vehicles pass really close by you like other motorcycles just swings by the force of the air
This is an absolute stunner.
Hi, although I haven't this bike, but I liked it as you mention it very much briefly, I liked this color shines good, maintenance good, hope you enjoyed the riding when ever you take it 📤, but I am lover of the motor bikes
Great video, Aaron. The exhaust is called 'Long Bottle Punjab' in India. I have to say that you haven't gone overboard with the customisations. After a very, very long while, I've come across a Royal Enfield which has been customised to enhance its heritage.
From a fellow Royal Enfield owner,
Respect.
Thank you very much. Sometimes the hardest thing about customizing is knowing when to stop. I have stopped. Now I just enjoy the ride.
That is the stock exhaust. The silencer weighs about 14-lb and it is rather restrictive. I christened it "towing-a-log". Whilst there are a number of generally "free-flow" exhausts available in North America and the UK, they are not quite the same as those in India. In the UK they have to be road-legal, that doesn't mean they have to be quiet. Whilst a completely straight though exhaust may give a bit more power at the top end, lack of back pressure from baffles ruins the low to mid-range torque. They can develop an annoying habit of leaking at the head, copper gasket p/n 582638/A solves that.
lovely color lovely choice 👍
Good and nice choice Aaron that you have trusted Royal Enfield among all other whole lot chunk of motorcycles across the globe.
I agree about the paint and tyres, nice touch 🙂
Wonderful video and great looking job you did on the bike. Would you share with me where you ordered the front headlight visor and the 7 inch conversion kit? I love what you did with the stamped logo.
Just plain cool, with nice little customised pieces 😎👌🏾
Loved the vishnu. Great review of our legendary bike.
Really loved the way you customised your bullet 👍🙏
Boss you're very lucky that you're owner of Royal Enfield Classic 500cc EFI battle green color looks very sexy
Yo can get pops from that stock exhaust by doing a little trick
When you're riding switch off the engine kill switch hold it in full throttle while holding the throttle switch on the engine switch on there you go a loud pop it's really good
Bike is a credit to you. Terrific attention to detail.
Heading out for a test ride today! I'm checking out a matching sidecar as well. Did you have cable length issues when replacing the handlebars? 2000 km break in period? All the modifications look great! I like the black spokes!
Hello...The cable lengths were no problem at all with the handle bar change. And yes, the break in period is 2000kms. Its well worth it to keep things under control during that time. Take care and let me know if you get that sidecar!
What a sweet bike, you've put some really nice touches to it, I love it! I hope you still have it bro?
Try the upswept exhaust. You will like the sound and change in throttle response. A nice video and very well kept motorcycle 👍
That break-in period is crazy. But Im impressed you managed. People around you in traffic must've gone mental.
During the break in I pretty much kept in the city traffic so nobody really noticed. I was glad when it was done though.
Nice colour nice sound awesome powerful bike 👌👌👌👌👌💪💪💪💪💪💪
I love your detailing. A great style statement.
Thank you Aaron for a great and outstanding review. Rescently I was lucky to get a RE Black Tribute #0986 and so far i love the bike. I`m living in Sweden , so the weather conditions in Oct-April are pretty rough, but I´ve been riding so far 300miles in cold, heavy rainy weather:) I have been watching your video quite a lot of times and I must say you´ve done a great job and put a personal touch on yor bike-just love all of your extras
I would love to ask you a question: Please, Im considering put on the same tires as yours, and would appreciate a lot of you give me a hint how do the tires experience on asphalt riding, and how much comfort is lost compared to the original tires ?
Greetings from Sweden ;
Michael Harley Davidsson Streetglide & RE rider
The pavement driving on those tires feels very similar to the original tires. They a a little noisy at high speed and the bike sits about an inch taller.
Thanks for sharing insights. Been thinking hard lately of getting same model...
I love this,but black is my favourite colour.
Nice bike , some good modifications there mate.
Thank you very much.