2015 Royal Enfield Continental GT - Classic Bike Shootout Part 1 - MotoUSA 

It vibrates and it feels stiff? That's because the test bike is brand new - they take a good 500 miles to run in and loosen up. Yes, RE bikes are traditional, they need to be run in. They have to be run in. First 300 miles = top speed 35 to 40mph (or you will kill the engine). Once they're run in they loosen up and produce a lot more power, and stop vibrating. The power is all low down so there's no point revving it. It uses torque, very wide power band. And if you put 18psi in the front like the RE book of words says it is going to handle funny, won't turn in to corners - you want about 27psi like the tyre manufacturer says. Handling best described as stable and forgiving.

“It doesn’t start all the time” That’s what the enrichment lever is for.

why he is crying 00:20

Regarding Royal Enfields, they have a break in period of roughly 1500 to 2500 miles. You are supposed to ride below 60 mph for at least the first 500 to 800 miles. (Otherwise their engines will vibrate you to hell if you do not break the bike in properly) Once broken in, they will ride smooth and true between 70 and 80 miles per hour, though, it is happiest (once broken in) at roughly 55 to 65 miles per hour. Furthermore, the RE company has been around far longer than the 1950's. It was sold to the Indian manufacturers in the 50's after going bust in the U.K. The brand is in fact older than Harley-Davidson by one year. The sr400 seems like a great base with lots of customization options. However, like the RE, its way overpriced.

LOL, "it feels like it might fall apart"...."but it looks cool right?" Those comments made me chuckle.. a lot! :P

I have a 2013 Royal Enfield. But mine is a B5 model, not the CGT tested. From a quality standpoint, this bike is about as bad as it gets, unless you go Chinese. I am a mechanic, and I have redone some of the crappy stuff on it, but it has plenty more. I replaced the EFI with an Amal carb, using a kit from a UK supplier of Royal Enfield parts, and the huge 40 pound catalytic converter exhaust with a much smaller, lighter non catalytic '60s style Triumph "peashooter" muffler, which is quite a bit louder. Between the louder exhaust and the cone air filter that came with the carb kit, this bike now has a lot of character. You can hear the loud "chuf chuf chuf" sound as it inhales through the filter. Just like a "real" British bike from the '50s/'60s. It is an awesome ride, at about 55 mph it comes into it's own, the sound is perfect, the low frequency vibration is perfect, it's kind of a motorcycling nirvana. And that's why I bought it and modified it. It is also beautiful compared to modern styled bikes. BUT. That's as far as it goes. It is not daily transportation, it is not safe on the freeway, and it is prone to breaking down. I won't ride it more than 135 miles from home, the towing limit of my roadside assistance plan. Get one of these only as a toy, and be ready to get your hands dirty.

not comfortable? are you comparing it with a Car?

As an Indian, my friend works in a remote village in the northeastern part of India, he has been riding a continental gt in dirt, mud and gravel roads thousands of kms a month for the last few years, the bike has never failed him, and he won't trade this motor bike for any other in this price range.

I hope R.E. keeps going from here. They are on the right track.

You can't help describing a RE as having character. Not always a bad thing.

Ok, I'm not saying its anywhere near a perfect machine but, you have to be a real motorcycle enthusiast to appreciate REs. When you are on one, its more about the journey than about the ride itself. Its just not for everyone. I'm sure people who have been spoiled by the smooth revving inlines would find these retro machines to be quite underwhelming. But then again its not about quarter miles, track days or or aerodynamics. Its about the experience of it all. Riding around on it all day and taking in the sights and enjoying every moment, instead of just speeding past them.

does Motorcycle USA do reviews on Norton motorcycles?

when European brand (I know it's assembled in India) make the bike vibrate and uncomfortable,people call it "it have a character" "it's a trademark" etc,but when china make it they'd call it "crappy" lol

There's a part 2????

My fav bike Royal Enfield

Great that they got some different testers for the videos

hehe..glad you made this vid dude...learned a lot..actually planning to buy a GT..waiting for the signature black to hit the local RE showroom..but not sure whether to go for custom exhaust or stock. Is it for real that custom exhaust give a 2-3BHP more..or its only in the feel? Someone please educate..also does the custom exhaust by the RE itself reduce the mentioned mileage

i need ur help i am confuse bwtn std bullet 350 n classic 350 which bike i shud buy prfmnce wise comfort wise maintaince wise milgewise handling so pls reply me which is bst for me .i like std but some of my frnd suggst to take classic

Sid Vicious ? What are you on about. Did it stall then ? Define cheap switch gear ? Define less reliable - did it break down ? Poor review.

Expert Test Rider is cute :) yeahhh that's an awesome looking bike.

The Royal enfield is a good bike for what it is! The design is 50 years old and has not changed much and that's the appeal. Is it rough around the edges? Yes it is, will the engine leak? Yes it will, is it stiff yes it is. Is it severely underpowered? yes. Is it still a beautiful machine? Yes! If you want a sophisticated piece of engineering then get a Ducati or MV Augusta. Want something classic, go for the enfield. This is a perfect beginner bike, my girlfriend brought this to learn on and then after a year went on to a bigger bike. Great second bike when your primary rider is in service

Lovely Machine

@Sharath S For a company like Royal Enfield, a company with decades of experience, quality is something that needs to be expected and I agree, for that price you need to have a reason to demand that kind of money which this bike does not have. Yes it looks Fantastic but fantastic looks can only take you so far. Seems like you are too easily pleased.

very nice good

Any body knows the price of something like this in USA dollars ?

Nice model!!

Most worth able bike I like it very much

This bike is just about looks and image.......and thats about it.

REs are tried & tested in all sorts of trains and conditions from many years now...these are the bikes which can cake walk through the highest motorable road in the world "ladakh khardung la"... as a proud owner of an RE(1996 model) i my self i have been riding it in places no other machine can resist... any doubts cheak youtube

yamaha,suzuki,honda,kawasaki,american brand like harly... bmw,vw,merc etc.indian brands bajaj,Tvs,Hero motocorp,M&M the company that is constructor in MOTO3,Tata who owns Land rover,jaguar,etc are also make automobiles in India....and india reached Mars RESPECT OTHER COUNTRIES THAN YOUR OWN...

I read they are built in India?

Well at last, an honest review. Thank you. The bike looks great, but it would look a lot better for 3K.

My #1 choice!

Continental GT is RAW. It's rebellious. It got a character. Vibes. You like this bike for all the wrong thing with a bike. It's about Speed, performance. If want a machine which feels alive and makes love to you. Well this is the one.

reliabilty? for what i been reaserching Royal eNfields are very reliable...what is not reliable are the american Harley Davidsons.

I know what i want from this video!

Sid Vicious rock video (it was on a Hoinda BTW) wtf are these people tallking about?

Adam, dude, it's "motor-CYCLE" not "cickle".... Otherwise I like all your posts informative, real for the real rider. Well done.

Depends on what you are used too . Old school any day.

They are working on a 750 twin to go in the same frame. None the less it will stop the Yamaha and set a world land speed record in 500cc pushrod class this year. The girls don't have a clue. My Wife loves hers.

It's a 3k bike in India and 6k in USA. So you guys might be reviewing the bike as per that price tag. But just for information, Royal Enfield is known for their assurance of a robust feel in every motorcycle they roll out. It's an Indian cult that explains the madness for RE engines, sound, and the hardcore feeling you get when you ride one. The bike improvises overtime.

i do own one it's a great bike,just do'nt forget it's an brand new old bike,reguardless off your comments you got zero clew about retro bike,retro not neo retro

this is an hand made motorcycle man its pure raw steel its classic

Why does anything on here or on TV thats made in the USA have always have ANNOYING soft rock guitar or drums in the background? Well?

Doesn't ride like a classic,it's much quicker handling. Handles really well, it's the suspension that is harsh. Engine needs a lot of work though.

Character and bad shit like missing shifts from a bad gear box are not one in the same. I wish people would stop using that as an excuse. New riders don't need nor should need to deal with "character". On the other hand it does make me personally appreciate good product bikes *couph, like mine. Ive never missed a shift or found a false neutral, ever. My old vtx1300c on the other had was another story, It had Character. :)

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my dad had a custom one. his was 1 of 3 with the exhaust it is. he died a couple days ago in a crash on his. im keeping and fixing it. going to ride the shit out of it for sure

you can semi build stronger more powerful a café racer with a lot less money than the royal one brand new.

It vibrates because it has got a full metal body and a 535cc 1cyl motor....dont compare with any plastic bikes

for me that aggressively roaring engine was just seducing.....

Your videos are great, but PLEASE Adam...stop saying "like" all the time. It makes me want to smash my head against a wall. Adam Waheed: "Royal Enfield did a really good job on the styling end, LIKE it looks LIKE a new vintage café racer. LIKE its straight up out of LIKE some LIKE Sid Vicous LIKE rock video from back in the 70s or something LIKE that. LIKE it’s a really cool looking motorcycle." ARRRRGGGHHHHHHHHHH

Well, now there a new GT. 650CC Twin 47BHP and 0 vibrations

Vibration is the USP for Royal Enfield..

It is made to provide the raw feel of cafe racers in the 60's, not to get your grocery

Mine is perfectly reliable , its a 2015 model. Built like a gun!

who are these people reviewing these bikes

I guess u can say d bike s only worth it if u buy it in india, would cost only 3k nd its something totally diff from whats in the indian market at d moment - d only cafe racer in d country

it's sooo cheap in india and yet its a rare legend

Its price is too low...with this price bike is just awesome

6k dollars? :') It's half that in India. If you're looking to buy one, just ship it over. Its a fun little bike!

WTF ! do you guys even know what cafe racers are meant for??- they are not for comfort and everday ride...its what racers used in the 50s-60s and ofcourse suspension settings will be on the stiffer side with good brakes and handling on the corners....

you guys should get a Vespa

You Wana ride it in UK , stick to a Harley , I'm a race mechanic in UK ..... I've got one ..... Awesome machine

Vibration is the best part of royal Enfield....

its continental GT

Sounds like my dual sport, except it doesn't handle well, ancient engineering, from the review its sounds like a pos and won't go off road. It looks cool and it seems like I am describing the Harleys I have ridden.

Vibration? Are you kidding? You better ride a pink Vespa..

Rode a Bullet for two years...loved it. Very reliable. People stopped to comment a lot. Girls loved it. Fuck this fake ass review

Looks like its from a Sid Vicious rock video from the 70's......WTF are you talking about!!??

Ridin in my hood

i like it so what if it vibrates a bit all bikes used to vibrate when men were men and women were glad off it.///

check my id this motorcycle like my modification concep very very same

i hope no one takes these children to seriously ride it make up your own mind

In India it costs merely 3500$ don't you guys think that it is really worth it. RE is all about looks & feel not for racing.

royal Enfield is best

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Did anybody else notice the overuse of the word "like" by the 3 presenters. These guys do a great job reviewing the bikes, but every time the say "like" (which is almost constantly) when they're about to explain something, it really detracts from their confidence in what they're saying. Apart from that, great review. By the way, I own a TU250 ;)

Vibrate. Mmmm

it's $3000 in india , and i still don't wanna buy it but it has a cult following here like harleys in US , yeah , funny , but true. haha

That's a pity! Looks like she like it stiff. I guess I was wrong...

They'll need to be less greedy with the profits and make better quality for less money!

Babe, it will never fall apart, even after your hair grays, it will never fall apart.

Royal Enfield

Instead of choosing Gt, you guys should have opted for the Bullet 500 or Classic 500 from royal enfield. they are much better. ps. Enfields are know for their sound and vibration and stiff riding quality.

modern enfields are not what they used to be ... new ones will probably fall apart if you kick it hard enough

Made in India🤘RE🤘

check out instagram.com/joelscaferacers dedicated to this bike

I can get this ride for under 3000$ as an on road price in India

Sorry if I heard you wrong..... But hey, the RE bike is crap to the EU/US market, and as you said, Yamaha's SR....WAYYYY better. Price point too is better!

re is indian :)

Blame custom duties. Bike is really cheap in India retailing around $3000 + taxes. P.S. Royal Enfield is royal. Built like a bullet, ride like a tank. 535cc engines of RE are one of the biggest single cylinder engines in production, closest competition is KTM duke 690 but that's a whole different bike.

I wonder what they think of the new 650's and you want to see a bike vibrate ride an old H.D. pan head , children these days

This is supposed a motorcyclist channel. Why does the rider have that flannel shirt flapping at the rear tire? If it gets caught on the rear wheel, it will make for a very and very sad cautionary tale.

It won't fall apart! Thats stupidest thing anyone ever said about a Royal Enfield!

Looks ok for girls.

its $3000 in india....USA $6000.....not worth

this review seems kinda bias...

not worth the money.! but nice and cool for city riding

Needs a bit more oomph