2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 | Our First Ride and Review 

My dad has the Bullet 500. I love RE's; they really are great bikes. It's an experience to ride one.

The RE is a motorcycle that looks like a motorcycle, I like that. I hate the newer offerings from other companies that look like an insect in the rear and has a beak up front. Currently I own a HD Tri Glide due to health issues, but in all honesty, the RE 650 is all the motorcycle anyone needs. It has plenty of power (I'm not going racing, I just want to go for a ride) It doesn't have a lot of vibrations like some bikes do, it delivers fantastic fuel mileage, and it doesn't have a lot of gizmos that I don't want. The RE is a simple straight forward motorcycle that is like riding a REAL motorcycle with a few updates like EFI and ABS. In my opinion it is exactly what the world needs to remind them what motorcycling is all about. To go for a ride and enjoy every mile or kilometer of the way. Stay safe and enjoy the journey.

These new REs must be seriously worrying Triumph as their Bonnevilles are half as much again. No doubt they are better bikes, but surely not 50% better . I think they're a breath of fresh air and hope they prove to be reliable. If they are I can only see RE going from strength to strength

I bought this exact model and paint finish bike three weeks ago...amazing ride and completely agree with your review. The gear shifter does take a few rides to acclimate to its tight position with the foot peg, but the quality of the ride is ‘sublime’. I turned 50 this year and got back into riding after a 27 year hiatus. I wanted something classic but updated with today’s technology, and plan to put on as many miles per season as possible in Chicago, IL. Thanks for the great video.

An excellent bike for long cross country tours, both in rough roads & highways alike.. Have pulled 20,000 km on it, still silky smooth & still brings a smile on face everytime i ride it, cant explain the feeling, something the industrial modern day plastic bikes cant do.. There is just that feel & character in the bike is the best way i can explain it.. Very very reliable bike. Goes with the company logo "Built like a Gun" it indeed it, just keeps on going no matter what.

P.S...I am riding an Interceptor for the last two years, but it is good to hear it described so well. Thanks.

A common misconception, the dervice interval is 6,000 miles, same as my BMW1200RT. The confusion arises as RE specify a bike check every 3,000 miles. This check is chain, brake wear, things like that. I would think that most people who buy one are capable of doing their own servicing anyway. There is not much that is complex on this bike. It even has tappets rather than shims, which are a pain!

I have the exact same bike here in New Zealand,with on road costs just over 11000 nz dollars including on road costs,just love it.

You guys make me chuckle, your knowledge of our old British bikes as you openly admit, is a little bit lacking ie; Bantam 350? the BSA Bantam in it's final form was 175cc (D14/4) 14 bhp and 4 gears, if my memory serves me correctly. Iconic, I love it.

Bought mine last October and absolutely love it! Really enjoyed your review, too.

love the vibe of this review, you two seem really passionate about motorcycles and the chemistry makes it even more wholesome to watch

Nice to see you guys doing reviews again I really enjoy them keep up the good work

Good to see you guys back doing reviews. Really look forward to your reviews of 300's through to 700's would love to own the interceptor some day

as per usual informative , and fun...great video guys !!!!!

The only bike that really interests me tbh, likely to get one.

Verry nice review guys, thanks. Keep the sky up & the ground below. Cheers, Ruben.

When I saw my first motorcycle as a very young child I remember this is how it looked. I’ve been ridding now for years (30 +) can’t wait to get one.

Great review. The bike has great character. A winner by all counts.

EXCELLENT REVIEW! I love my Interceptor! Ravishing red just like this one.

Let me give you a nice tip. Get a bakers express colour option and fit it with white walled tires and thank me later

I took a demo out way back in February 2019 and was really impressed. I'm 61 and have had numerous CB twins, XS 650, Guzzi T3 and got back into motorcycling 3 years ago and I'm really pleased to find something similar to what I used to ride in the late 70's early 80's. It does feel and look a bit like a big Honda CB from 70's. Great and thorough review, just need to sell my BMW!

Another good review guys

This review just made me smile.

Thanks guys. A good review. I'm going to test ride one. My only concern is the seat comfort, but there is a touring seat upgrade that will no doubt be more comfortable and I will invest in padded cycling underwear. It looks the biz and sounds like it as well. Keeping it well protected will be key to its longevity. I've got open face and goggles and love the white and red Baker Express paint job.

Where the pigging hell have you two been? Nice video Toby, good to see another make having a test run. Ride safe.

It's a Royal Enfield, not a Norton!?!...... :-)

I've got one no regrets ....

Thanks for your vid, i bought one VG Motorcycles in Taunton over a year ago £5,500 on the road.

Switch gear is more Suzuki, identical to my Bandit. nice review, looking forward to the Trials review.

Just needs a kick start, like the XS650se Yamaha I had in the good old days. If RE bring out a cruiser version, I might even consider down sizing from my Cali. 😎

Thanks for the great review. I am in Australia and looking to buy the exact same bike. Cant go past the three year warranty too!

It's the first time I've tuned in and I must say that I really enjoyed your review as I'm looking to buy this model of bike and in the same colour also. I've been watching other reviews and they all same good things about it. I'm 6,1 and wondered how tall you are ? so I can get an idea how the bike would fit me as I don't want my hip popping out 😂 and I also found out there is a large range of mods to make the bike more personal to you! one is the seat off the GT model that may offer a little more comfort (Not for sliding about on!) lol and handlebar risers to compensate for the taller seat or rider. Any how I've just subscribed and hope you bought the bike as I would be disappointed if you didn't lol. Only joking but I may do a small video of mine when lockdown is over and maybe you can look at mine as you have showed us yours lol 😎🤣 Oh yea and there is an innertube in the tires that disappointed me a little as I thought the wheels were tubeless 😒 but the good news is 😃 R/E are fitting alloy wheels that run tubeless tires soon so keep an eye out. A back box would be a good idea as my girlfriend likes the one we have on the back of our Triumph tiger explorer as it gives the passenger something to rest against on longer outings. All the best 😁 and keep it Rubber side down 👍

ill buy this soon ... underrated but honestly one of the best on the market.

Getting Norton and Royal Enfield mixed up too many times in the commentary. Here's a clue. The name is on the fuel tank. It's a Royal Enfield NOT a Norton.

Great Review 👍

Thanks that was a really nice relaxed well presented review Although like thousands of 60s riders never bothered passing my test , which I regret as it was a doddle compared to now. I Owned amongst many bikes an Enfield GT Continental without doubt the best gear box on any bike I've ever had . Imho once the Japanese bought out the crossover lay shaft gear box clunky boxes have been excepted as the norm . Fit the retro Dunstall Decibel silencers £66 each best sound ever for vertical twins

Liquid crystal display. Nice review, thank you.

They look really nice. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Enjoyed the real world review 👍As a footnote, this is why would never buy an ex demo. As soon as you started it, I presume from cold, you're revving it! Always start mine from cold with no throttle till have done basic checks and put helmet and gloves on. At least a couple minutes. Ride safe.

enjoyed your review of the Norton (lol), umm, Royal Enfield. Seriously considering buying one in Aus.

Great review and great fun as usual - keep them coming. More 'icons' in there than a Russian Orthodox church though...!

3,36 every time I hear someone say "without further ado" I feel like screaming...because it always means "I'm a long winded bore, I know I am, and I'm gonna carry on waffling"

I like the idea of a completely back to basics twin like the original Interceptor and dare I say the original Bonneville. The traction control is left to the rider where it should be, in the right wrist and left hand.

Thanks nice job

Looks a great bike, would it stand up to a long journey with a pillion on board?

Skip to the last 20 mins of review and you will have great time watching this review. He was blown away with the experience he had riding this bike. It is an amazing bike not perfect but that's where the fun is. All the gadgets and stuff take the real fun away from riding. RE is coming up with a cruiser based of the same engine/motor.

I really want one of these, I have a himalayan and really like it as I enjoy camping weekends away, it's good for travel.... Now my question is can you travel on these?? Luggage and camping gear?? Himalayan 500/600 would be my bike of choice but just doesn't exist!

Thanks Guys Nice One

Good: Al rims, looks gorgeous, fuel injection, lovely 6 speed gearbox, very affordable and good ABS brakes. Not so good: Surprisingly heavy (208kg according to RE) even though it seems to be mostly Al and plastic (I don't mind plastic when if saves weight). Just like the British bikes I rode in the sixties it leaves little oil stains on the concrete floor of my garage. Edit: I've got the GT version of this bike.

I bought a 650 Interceptor last year and enjoy the bike but find the seat uncomfortable as it is to narrow. I bought the Tourer seat but same issue. If I sit on the 650 Triumph the seat is great so am wondering if anyone does a wider seat, I am a big lad 6'2" tall and do not have a skinny Asian or Indian rear end. Have spent a small fortune on up grades and best was SS Pipes and aircleaner, rest mainly cosmetic

Lots of people mention hitting their Shins on foot pegs. I can only assume we are talking about those odd riders who find it necessary to put both feet down at stop. I've never even come across this issue on mine.

to clean the lens would be a good idea

Plz review Himalayan also

Great bike . Great video. May i ask what your height is? As refernce. Im 5 ft 6 in.. thanks

Didn't Norton go bust? I like my "gadgets" so i dont think i would go for an unfaired/dials/chained bike. I love my GS1250 but am curious about the new Tiger 900 GT. Would love to hear your review on it.

Norton and cheap petrol? good review mate.

its has fuel injection and a slipper clutch too

I love RE 650

I am 6ft4. Would I be too tall for this bike. Love the bike and definatley looking closely at it. 👍

was wanting one but cant see where a passenger would sit !! no room at all on this seat...shame...not sure why they did not consider this in the design?

This video should b called Mark busts a move

Norton?

Dear RiderCamTV...Nice video. May I suggest keeping it to under 20 minutes for a first ride review? I understand there is a lot to say but......short may be sweet. Please dont take it amiss...just a thought. Thanks for your work.✌

Nice bike great value but please don't tell me it's better than the Triumph 1200 Speed Twin. I like them both.

love from India ❤🇮🇳Indian people loves royal enfield

Gotta mount that camera on the chin on the helmet

I do not know what after sales service is like in UK but here in western France it is abysmal. I love the look of it but from what I have seen of a friends experience it is a no from me.

Built well ? recall on the brake calipers last i heard

Wondered what it would be like for a all year round bike

OK so what did Mark drop, I see something come flying off from him. Around 14.00

Oops Toby, it’s a Royal Enfield matey 🏍 You’ve got ‘that other’ brand stuck in your mind. These style are fun bikes to cruise around on.😬

It not being something it's not but it's the top selling bike in 2020

I am confused between RE 500, RE 650 and CB500F. I wonder if RE is as durable as Japanese cars?

youtube 101 make sure lens is clean!

Maybe LED lights in 2021

Anyone Indian watched this video?

They’ve wearing helite airbag .who notice?

W T F is a Bantam 350 Iconic little 2 strokes but never that kind of C C

Enfield bikes in the showroom of Honda

Happy birthday, Happy Easter, and Happy buttocks.

Her reward is for those who ride smooth........

An LCD display is NOT an LED!!!!?????? Read the Service Manual!!!!!! The Service Interval IS 6,000 MILES, NOT 4 or 5 Thousand.

It's not a NORTON. It's a Made in India Royal Enfield.

*RiderCamTV* I love your channel dude! I really want to be friend :p

Dude, clean your screen before you start.

Why do you keep saying these “Norton’s, lol

0:59 norton ffs. i'm out.

Total credit to India!

How does this video add anything to what has already been on RU-vid for more than a year? How about some Value Added, guy!

To be fair the royal Enfield was shit until they brought out the 650 range

Norton?. How dare you. Wash your mouth out with soap

where does the Queen keep her Chickens ? in her Royal h'Enfield...... also know as a royal oilfield .....

IS THIS REALLY A SERIOUS REVIEW !! MY 89 YEAR OLD MOTHER COULD DO BETTER

This is one of the worst bike...not good design👎👎👎👎👎👎