I feel there were a few things that should have been touched on in your video (which I liked very much!). Modern touches like ABS, Bosch FI, steel-braided brake lines, steel spokes on alloy wheels, the Harris designed frame (of which RE bought the company), etc. RE seemed to save money where they could, but spent money on what matters. I bought a 2022 Baker Express in the U.S. and sold my Aprilia Tuono. That’s how much fun this bike is to ride. Thanks, and keep the posts coming!
But those tyres... Or tyre-like-products being more precise :D I have ordered my 2022 model. And I'm afraid that it will come with those ceats and I'll have to buy a new set of rubber for a new bike :D
@@ddmytrenko Mine did come with those. :( Wasn’t thrilled about it either. Also, the brake calipers don’t have the Bybre branding, they are just smooth like in this video. I’ve got a call into my dealer to see if they are same brand or not.
@@christopherlong7852 Wow! They have changed brake calipers? Uuups. I think I will cancel my order. Because the bike I was testing on dealership is not a bike I'm going to receive as far as I understand now. I'll switch to SV650X then. It costs exactly the same amount of money here in Poland.
You must be riding a different Interceptor to the one Iv'e had for the last 3 yrs, mine's got none of the faults you mention IE weak brakes & vibration. Mine must be special as well cause it's got Pirelli tyres, Brembo brakes, Harris frame, Bosch ABS & fuel injection etc. If your going to test a bike do your research first & why the crappy music?
Your potted history of RE was wrong on several points. If you cannot be bothered to do research then don't spout inaccurate info and stick to reviewing. What you think the music adds is beyond me.
Most authentic retro ... Moto Guzzi might want a word about that! Also, what's with the naff music over the top of the sound of the bike in the riding footage? I want to hear the bike, not the producer's latest Spotify find. Otherwise a cool video
Have a 19' and no issues whatsoever. Bought it over a Guzzi V7 simply due to price - $9K +freight/setup v. $5k for a traded in Interceptor with 100 miles on the clock and 2.5 yrs remaining on warranty. Probably have $1k in mods so far.
Certanly it worth, I have seen a lot of reviews and all opinión are aligned regarding the balance betwen price with design,performance and reliabilty.When appears the new RE I had muy doubts due to love for Triumph,but after seeing test ride,seet it in person ,no doubt,RE worth it, kindest regard from Argentina
Hm, they have changed all their graphics and PDF-specs on all webistes. Changed tyres from Pirelli Sportcomp to those ceat-tyrelike-products. But I have also mentioned one detail which was also changed in PDF-specs file. They do not write "Slip and Assist Clutch" anymore. Just "wet multiplate". Does 2022 RE 650 have slip & assist clutch or not?
I have a 2022 INT650 in the U.S. I just purchased and it does have the slipper assist clutch. Light pull and one of the best gearboxes I’ve used in my 54 years. Some of the graphics did carry over here, I have the Baker Express. Hope this helps!
First of all, I do not own one, nut I like them. The only thing I do not like about the RE twins is the way you can see the frame under the seat. On most bikes the frame is under the seat and can't be seen. I love the twin cylinder engine (it's what I grew up with back in the 60's) and I love the fork gathers to protect the fork and in the long run protecting the forks seals.
I have one myself. I do like the frame showing under the seat. What I don't like, in terms of looks, is that it extends beyond the seats at the end. Would really have liked it if the frame ended about an inch or two sooner. Also, the mounts for Taillamp is welded on the frame.
@@stevepalmer5670 Not really a deal breaker given that I own one. However, this bothers me the most as l there are lots of things that can be changed and upgraded which is not per my taste but can also be brought back to stock if needed. This, however, can only be solved by chopping off the frame and cutting off the holder at the end. Which is not really a Bolt-on solution.
I have a four month old Interceptor, I’ve already had my clocks replaced due to misting, indicator switch is stiff, bolts are rusting and rear shocks are corroded. The bike is stored in garage or underground car park. Not impressed at all anyone have same issues.
I have one for a year. Bought a used one. Previous owner had dropped few times. Only issue I had so far is one oil seal leaked on the left. Could be a possibility that it's sitting in a place that is way too damp. Plus bikes like these are meant for regular usage. Also, try titanium bolts or just better quality SS ones. Bolts on mine are not rusting but I know that they are not very nice bolts.
have a 19' - two winters in the upper Midwest- unheated garage. keep it clean and sprayed down with protectant(muck-off is one). battery tender year round. no issues. the clocks misting is a warranty issue.
@@user-rf9me7xm1w I think the electrical wires and gearbox issues have been sorted in the street twin. I've had a 2022 for 4K miles now and nothing to report mechanically. I was in a dealer ready to buy an Interceptor...but they had a street twin and after sitting on both it was an obvious choice for me to go with a Street Twin....but not for a new one which cost $5k more...found a used one with 300 miles for $1800 more then the RE...that was a deal I couldn't turn down. The interceptor seems to carry its weight much higher then the Triumph, the foot pegs also hit my shins and the bike leans over quite a but when on the side stand. I still love the Interceptor and plan on test riding one this summer. They are amazing value for money....but oh yeah the BSA Gold Star is coming too
@@christopheryack580 Wow, you certainly got a good deal. I did like my street twin and the seat height was ideal for me. If the problems have been sorted, I may go back to owning one. I’ve heard similar comments regarding the foot pegs being intrusive on the interceptor, I’ll have to try one for size. Until then I’ll keep enjoying my mt 03, it’s about the same power to weight ratio as my old street twin but I do miss the exhaust note of a classic twin. Pleased to hear yours is problem free, mine was the pre-facelift model. Best wishes.
You say, Brakes OK, but need more stopping power, mmmm Brakes IMO need to be more than just OK, nice bike, just a bit behind the times with optimal components, when you need brakes to work, they simply need to be superior.
Sorry Daryl. Realised it once we'd said it but standing at the side of a freezing road trying to memorise everything isn't always so easy. We kept it in as we felt that even though we were a year out the gist of what we were saying remained true - Royal Enfield have been around a long time. Apologies to Triumph, who were formed in 1902!
Ok! I've got the official response from RE. It is VERY strange... But instead of makeing every newer year model better they have cutted it to noname brakes and noname tire-like-products. The only tuning they did is a badge with a higher price :D :D :D I think there is no sense to buy this bike in Poland (as an example) anymore. Older RE INT 650 was a way better and cheaper. The new model uses crapy parts and costs more. It is even more expensive than Suzuki SV650X neo-retro bike here in Poland LOL.
At the very least, here in the U.S., RE are still offering a 3 year warranty WITH 3 year road-side assistance. So they are standing by their product. But I agree it’s odd to switch brakes/tires. I understand supply issues and such, and I would have been more concerned with the both issues if I were on a more performance oriented bike like my Tuono. Good luck with the Suzuki, and safe travels!!!
You see it all wrong my friend newer model has better quality and the have changed little things like head light only turn on with engine on unlike the older model... The tires are just fine and brakes are the same just no branding on it ... Those changes plus expenses of shipping costs that increased makes bs6 little costlier... I am very happy with mine . I ofcourse have only 2500k kilometres on it but I couldn't be happier with that bike
@@7n8th Very funny LOL. Newer RE650 is slower then BS4 version (0-100km, 80-120, 120-max). BS4 version was a way better on braking (on the same tires). Braking path 100-0 of BS4 is 7m shorter in average. So, the difference is not in the absence of logo only :D P.S. If the calipers are the same. Then ask your BS4 friend to try to replace them bolt-on. You won't be able to :D Because they are different.
check the adjectives being used time and again...."adequate"...good enough"..."value" . And "Vibration at 6000rpm gives it character"..aftermarket silencers!.... to stop you falling asleep... stop all the BS... they sell cos they're cheap, end of, so does Macdonalds... but that does not make it haute cuisine 🤬
@@stevepalmer5670 sorry, you've obviously never owned a good bike, one day you'll know the difference between good and cheap, if you can afford it. enjoy your value bike, just don't pretend it compares with a real motor bike like a Triumph or Ducati.
@@stevepalmer5670 sounds like you're very happy with your choice. When your balls deep you might might want to upgrade to something with at least twice the power and great brakes and suspension.I must have touched a nerve as you've had to resort to bad language..😄
