I fell in love with that 270-deg aircooled twin when I test rode it, which sounded absolutely wikked with aftermarket pipes. This isn't a modern retro - it is a proper old-school bike, modernised only just enough to meet current safety & emission requirements.

I bought a 2020 Interceptor last year, love the simplicity of it. I came back to riding after a 26 year hiatus, so style wise, the RE twins are right up my alley. I live and ride in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina and the bike thrives in the twisties. I installed a 16 tooth front sprocket for slightly taller gearing and improved fuel mileage. I'm hearing 3k miles and the bike has been trouble free and perfect for the kind of riding I like.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment Jon Glad it's all going well Regards mark

@jonyoung6253

2 жыл бұрын

Great review Mark, on point with every aspect of why I love the 650's. Cheers from across the pond.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

@@jonyoung6253 thanks Jon my pleasure regards mark

@tomhocking895

2 жыл бұрын

I live in the mountains of western Canada. I've still got the Sportster I got new in '06. She's now got ~75K miles on her. Last month I acquired a new GT-650 just as our fall monsoon arrived, so I've been closely tuned to our weather forecasts, desperately hoping for some dry roads. Meantime I'll be getting out when I can, and preparing for summer! : 0|

@jonyoung6253

2 жыл бұрын

Here's hoping you have a handful of mild and dry days this winter. We've already had our first snow, but today will be in the 70's F and the foliage is at peak color. The Blue Ridge Parkway is calling me this afternoon!

Love the bike, got a Mister Clean a few days ago. Time will tell, but I'm really enjoying this bike and can't wait to get past the break-in period so I can ride it to work as often as possible. It fits so well and the engine and gearbox are stellar.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment ☺️

@Tekitremble

2 жыл бұрын

What has the time told?

@salskars6637

4 күн бұрын

So what is your 2 year assessment? Any negatives for potential buyers?

I don't have to imagine what she sounds like with aftermarket pipes. She sounds glorious! S&S slip-ons with the DNA air filter and BoosterPlug made an excellent bike even better.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff jimmy I'd like to hear that :)

@AllahMereLavdepe

2 жыл бұрын

AEW's & Gursewak Exhaust are the best

Refreshing to see a brand like RE who keeps it simple, exiting and above all affordable motorcycling. Bikes that are not only being looked at and stored (to make money in the future) but used and loved for the reason the were build for. Good balanced review Mark, as per normal ;)

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pietro :)

Mate bought one absolutely loves it after saying it doesn't have enough power before he rode it, this is a guy with a Fireblade a Speed Triple and a Thurxton the Enfield is now his go to bike.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Yes agreed....it's deceiving isn't it ... people may say only 47 hp but that drive between 3 4 5 k rpm is addictive :) Cheers mark

Got one and I love it, a real peach of bike that can't get enough miles on!

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Matthew :)

Got one this time last year, loud pipes, sounds glorious, just love riding it.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Yes definitely that sound :)

Great review Mark. Have it on my birthday list and i will go all around Europe on it. Cheers and Thank You .

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

No probs Colin ...these are lovely to ride :)

Your reviews are so good I watch all the way even on bikes I would probably never buy. Sub'd!

Just what you want for a memorable summer Sunday riding round the countryside. Spot of lunch and afternoon tea on the way. Perfect! I can just imagine dear old Henry Cole on one of these! Thanks for the review Mark - you can see why RE are right up there in the sales charts.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil I'd like to ride with ol Henry arround his part of the world on one of these :)

@ThiefOfNavarre

2 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 I saw him out on a vintage Ducati near Wantage a couple of weeks ago when I was on my Interceptor.

Thanks for another great review. I have to say I'm being seriously tempted by the Interceptor. Currently riding a Burgman 400. My last 650 twin was the XS650 Custom, also a great bike for this type of riding.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Yes peter ...royal enfield are great bikes cheers mark

Great review. Thank you. And the purr of that beautiful engine!

Great video Mark. Actually you’ve echoed all my thoughts exactly about my Mister Clean version. I’ve added the TEC Cannon slip ons recently which have completed the bike in my eyes. A wonderfully spirited motorcycle.👍🏍

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks bet those exhausts sound great 👍

I bought a Royal Enfield GT650 in Rocker Red. I think that it is beautiful.

Just goes to show mark u dont have to spend thousands and thousands to get a great bike,and that engine sounds gorgeous.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks James ...yes it's a great bike ...I didn't want to take it back :) Regards mark

@bfpskater

3 жыл бұрын

So, Mark, this isn't a bad pick for a new rider right?

@notstevelam

3 жыл бұрын

@@bfpskater honestly, if you want a super heavy and slow bike as your first bike, then go for it.

@ekimandersom4478

3 жыл бұрын

@@notstevelam Thats the best to learn actually.

@vpc7124

2 жыл бұрын

@@bfpskater Take a test ride. It works well as my first bike. All the best mate.

Fantastic review I think this is the best review I've seen and been looking for a descent review the last fue hours thanks for the info brilliant. Thinking of buying one bigtime

@markpulling12

Жыл бұрын

Ok Paul glad it was helpful for you 😊 best wishes mark

great review Mark. I have an Interceptor. Had it for about a year and a half and have completed 20K km on it. I love the bike.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ed just rode the meteor today Brilliant !!!!

If and when I can afford a 3rd bike it would be a hard choice between a genuine 60s Brit bike such as BSA, Triumph, RE, or modern low maintenance retro such as the Interceptor 650, great review as always thanks Mark.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

No probs Dave My pleasure

This video, got me in the mood to try one…I think I’ll do it. Thanks for the ride test view ✌️✌️😎

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much

Good review like always Mark, honest and short.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jay my pleasure 🙂

Nice review Mark. I ordered the same model and color yesterday. Love from India🇮🇳

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Rajesh great choice Love to RE and India ! :)

Great looking bike Mark and an excellent review. Thanks

Just purchased a 2019 1900 mile Mr Clean. Only had it a few days. The only machine to get me back riding after giving up in 2016. Loving the thing. Front forks are crude and poor but can be improved with spring and oil changes. Brakes are good. No complaints. Rear suspension is just right for my kind of riding. Mirrors are the best I've experienced on a bike in 38 years. Build quality is pleasing. Engine is an absolute gem. It's got loud unmarked pipes which look and sound wonderful. I've fitted a booster plug and deleted the airbox lid snorkel with an aftermarket one. Got a Stratos filter on it's way. It's got Pirelli Phantoms on it and although adequate I'll look for stickier rubber next time because with the amount of low miles I do longevity won't be a problem. I'd like to fit fork gaiters too. I love the looks of the bike and it's a head turner. Feels like a bigger motor than a 650 due to that midrange stomp.

Thanks MP. Great job. Good info. God bless. Happy trails.

As always a great review Mark. I really like the idea of one of these but only as a second bike.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Yes as a second bike for country road pottering great 👍

I absolutely Love this video!!👍👍👍👍👍

@markpulling12

Жыл бұрын

Many thanks Luis

Doing my a2 later on this year and this bike seems perfect for me

G'day Paul, Great review,l brought a new 2021 Royal Enfield 650 Interceptor last November, with a few mods such as DNA filter kit, boost plug, Touring seat, and S&S exhaust system, it's is now the sweetest ride and fun machine l have ever had, in my stable is a 1957 500cc Matchless, 1966 650cc BSA Lightning, 1974 850cc Norton Commando, and l must say the Enfield is the best ride, cheers mate, Neil 🤠.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Neil sounds great 👍 Btw it's mark 😁 :)

@jimmyb4982

2 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 You don't like Paul? Haha

Great sounding bike for stock, had a triple sounding whistle to it when you pulled away.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks I could listen to it all day ...it's extremely satisfying revving it through 3/4 /5 k rpm :) Yes I noticed that whistle aswell Cheers mark

Great video Mark. A very nice looking bike too 👍🏻👍🏻

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Luke :)

great vid,the times testers say look i can touch the floor but fail to say how tall they are, good work o and tank size and mpg as well, many thanks..

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian I always try and get as much info in as I can :) Cheers mark

Great ride-You have some nice roads.Took me back to riding in Suffolk in the glory days of the 80's

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks yes I'm from Poole but the new forest is nice :) Regards mark

@davidforsdike4343

2 жыл бұрын

Still riding in Suffolk. Started in the 80s

@pbdaytona

2 жыл бұрын

@@davidforsdike4343 Just nostalgic for the open roads back then and when 75bhp was more than ample

I saw in the RE shop here in Brazil, beautifullllll !!!

Excellent Mark,thank you!

Thank you for this great video🤗beautiful bike🔥🔥🔥

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊 my pleasure

Mark, Very well explained! Thanks

Great reviews always mark im very close to buying one at my Royal Enfield dealer and only because off your reviews love this colour im 6,ft 1 would it suit me as i get leg cramps but love the v twin sound always did also is there a middle stand regards from martin in Ireland

Another belter from RE Mark. They do sound grrreat!!

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Howard !!

I think that bike would be perfect for burbling around the countryside on a sunny day and looks to offer an awful lot of characterful fun for the money. If I was in the market for a retro you may well have persuaded me to go with a RE 650....For those who might be interested, you can hire these from Dorothy's Speed Shop in North Devon on a daily basis or as part of a guided tour. Thanks for the review.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Quentin for the info :) Cheers mark

I test rode a '21 GT today and I loved it.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Yes ...they are Fabolous ... lovely engine Cheers mark

Great video! Very cool motorcycle and excellent value!

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pete

J’ai exactement la même moto ❤ je l’aime tellement, elle est parfaite.

Hi Mark I enjoy the scope and depth of your reviews. I know you've reviewed the '19 and '20 Ninja 650's and would like your thoughts on moving from a '17 Ninja 650 (KRT) to the Interceptor 650 which you recently reviewed. I'm in my 60's and looking for a slightly more relaxed ride. Love the Ninja though. Thanks.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Geoff ....I'm 51 ...and would choose the interceptor over the ninja 650 now for sure ...I love it's relaxing riding style and the engine is fantastic with the 270 crank I'd say go for it :) Best regards mark

Nice review thanks Mark. Looks good but I think it would look so much nicer with a different seat. It appears to drop off towards the back but that might just just be an optical illusion. Sounds sweet and goes well by the look of it

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave yes it goes well for it's power . ... great bikes ...seat was quite comfortable ;)

@pollackrocket

2 жыл бұрын

Royal Enfield makes a seat towel for them that slides over the rear of the seat to give it that "Speed Racer" look, and it really finishes off the seat nicely.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

@@pollackrocket thanks Kevin never heard of a seat " towel" Is that to wipe your face after a long ride hehe 😂😂 :) I know what you really mean Best regards mark

@pollackrocket

2 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 haha, darn autocorrect got me, and I was too lazy too proofread my post! At least it was a funny one lol, and I do live in Hawaii with my Continental GT, so a towel is definitely called for here n there after a nice warm rain 🤣 “Seat Cowel” for all of you that thought I was crazy to think a towel would finish off the look lol

Great review another excellent bargain bike mark 👍👍

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pete ...yes this ones great

Another great review thank you Mark!. P. S really like the combat /camo trousers where are they from??

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Just generic ones from ebay a few years ago :)

I like the retro look of these bikes. They are the style of bike that was around when I was growing up. I was tempted to get the interceptor at one time. Great review as always. Your enthusiasm for all the bikes you test shows through whether budget or superbike they all get the same attention.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John....I really enjoyed this one .. nice weather for it ,,!!

Got 4 Royal Enfield bikes. Plus a Ducati Night Shift and a 1200 Harley Sportster. My brother has a GT Continental Mr Clean, and he shortened the frame by 2 Inches and cut and rewelded, and got other things off to lower the weight by 4 kg

Good review Mark. I like your channel. Noting some of the comments on the GT 650 I have a new Interceptor which I like a lot - in some ways I prefer it to my Bandit 1250. Mine is Euro 5 and seeing comments on fuelling I thought I might have had the same problem. However when I did the first service including the valve clearances I found no clearances at all! Once adjusted correctly the bike was fine with a lot more power, and hopfully has not suffered from the initial tight clearances. I find the CEAT tyres and handling really good although I have noticed sometimes a bit of a wobble on white lines. Perhaps not unusual on a lot of bikes? I have yet to ride the bike on wet roads. If my Interceptor was my only bike I think it would be ok despite the 47bhp.......

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mervyn....interesting re the tight valves that explains some issues then with poor low rpm running that you sometimes can get best regards mark

@SeamusMacMattain

2 жыл бұрын

I'm on a 2022 GT in the PNW of the USA and we're known for our wet conditions... as long as you ride smart, the tires hold the wet roads just fine

@davidecasassa8679

Жыл бұрын

Your experience is a good argument for double-checking the bike prep! Notwithstanding you paid the dealer a setup fee, "Trust, but verify." Even if the dealer did a cracking good job, the valves may settle a bit into their seats during the break-in period, which is the rationale for doing the first clearance check after just a few hundred miles. Beyond that period the clearances should remain relatively stable. If a tight clearance prevents a valve from closing fully, the seating surfaces can burn and erode, with consequent leakage and loss of compression requiring a premature valve job.

@markwhitehead1658

Жыл бұрын

Hi I have a mk1 1200 Bandit. Im giving a lot of thought to the 650 . Interesting that you dont miss the power that much. Im hoping I wont lol

Great review. Just returned to bikes & bought a Bandit 1250 which is great but feels like I’m going to lose my licence! Think I might check out this and the Interceptor…

@markpulling12

11 ай бұрын

Thanks John yes these are great bikes with superb Engines Cheers mark

Good review, Nice ride.

Yes I have a RE interceptor glitter and dust

Nice review Mark, great looking machine with an exhaust sound to match. Cheers & safe riding, Ronny.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ronnie :)

Lol dude, I was just getting into this wheeler and you post something just 2 hours ago!

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Lol ...that's good !!

@bfpskater

3 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 so this is a viable choice for a new rider / 1st bike?

Great bike! Love my Interceptor.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andy ....I agree these are great bikes cheers mark

8:18 Scared the crap out of me. Would love one of these as a second bike. I would swap out the mirrors and that would be about it. Sweet little bike.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks ...yes I thought he was pulling out ....new pants please !! Regards mark

@RedlineRossi

3 жыл бұрын

@mark pulling You're a better man than me cos I would have given him an earfull. 😂

@davericketts9101

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I`m not the only one then. Just hate it when that happens but it went without comment. I think it was at least worthy of a `sh*t` if not a fu*k`

@ThiefOfNavarre

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, some bars ends would look nice on the GT. I'm happy with the standards on my Interceptor as they fit the styling of the bike

Can any owners tell me if the Euro 5 model has low-speed fuelling issues? I don't want a bike that runs poorly at low revs.

Top review

Thanks Mark. Love the RE line up. I want one of each! Which would be better with a pillion? The Interceptor or the Continental? I imagine the Interceptor would be better because of the more upright position? But I heard the pillion footpegs are set rather far back but can be relocated with a kit? Any owner opinions?

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Scott I'd go for the interceptor myself I prefer it's more upright riding position :)

@skotty1962

3 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 Thank you 😁

Legend

They are great bikes RE a simple riding pleasure. Are you going to review the meteor ???

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Yes Steve 100% meteor ... should have one on demo soon :)

Much better front end feel than the interceptor for sure!. But leg position more cramped and no mainstand is a pain!. Better for motorway work and faster road work interceptor the better cruising

Hello Mark fantastic video as Im 5,6 can you reduce the rear dampers by two inches to help me with reaching the ground please ?

Thanks Mark👍🏻

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks again for watching My pleasure

3:15 rear wheel is also 18 inch says right there on the tire

@davericketts9101

3 жыл бұрын

Well spotted 👍

47bhp... I despatched on (rented!) Honda CX500s and later my own Kawasaki GT550...both are the same - ish weight as this RE and 50bhp and 58bhp (I looked them up). For London they never felt underpowered and quite capable of getting a ticket on motorways! The CX500 and GT550 totally ran out of steam over 80mph but both did continue to pull to 100 and 110 respectively. Both handled pretty badly and wobbled and bounced around like mad. So.. This RE should be good for 105- 110 mph and should out accelerate the majority of cars and be completely safe to overtake traffic on A and B roads - though some timing will be required. Apparently the GT has better handling than the Interceptor so its probably a bit of a weapon on the country lanes as the handling looks sorted. You can tune them but I don't see the point - its never going to make 100bhp without a Lot of money spent on it - probably £5000. Then you'll need better brakes probably... If you throw away the air filter like we would do on the courier bikes- you'll probably get an instant 5+% and it will feel crisper through the entire rev range ...but the engine will be Very tired after 60,000 miles - LOL.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment...yes it has plenty of overtaking power very safe Cheers mark

You fold the foot peg pull down the side stand and then push the foot peg back in position. After a few days it becomes so natural you dont even think about it

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Yes thanks ...I kind of guessed you'd get used to it after a while :) Best regards mark

CEAT tyres? Didn't this come with Pirellis originally? A stealth downgrade maybe?

Yes Mark got a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 great ride done just under 5000 kilometres got it new awesome sound handles well had it for 7 months now thanks for the review on the Interceptor one reason I got it thanks Mark from Rockingham Western Australia

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew my pleasure 😊

Thank you sir. I am looking at an RE for a While. Something inexpensive and easy to work on. I am coming off of a Ducati Diavel and Victory Vision with cams and the full performance work. My previous bikes I sold after a relocation. I never made those bike justice. This is something I could have fun on. In TX they drive like maniacs and speed limit is considered a suggestion. How is the passing power? I see it can do 75/80 easily. Thanks again.

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Pedro ...it has good passing power from 60/70 mph upwards ...not super fast but a very enjoyable ride best regards mark

I'm waiting to see what their bigger, new cruiser bike will be like. Some say it uses the same engine as this and some say it's over 800cc. Hoping for the bigger engine!

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

That would be great 🙂👍

@kyakaruvlogs2784

2 жыл бұрын

No bigger engines for now. However, you could always get an S&S 865cc big bore kit and then tune it to make around 75-90hp.

booked mine on 18/06/2021 and tentatively delivery date on my booking form is 16/09/2021. And I am sensing it might take even longer .

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Hope you get it asap Best regards mark

Great review 😁 Did you notice any problems with the engine stalling at slow speeds?

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Hi donal a couple of times approaching a stop going down the gears it felt like it nearly did ...the revs dropped to 500 for a second but no actual stalling Cheers mark

@DonalMorrissey

3 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 Interesting, I've a problem with my Euro 5 interceptor (same engine, etc, as you know). Local dealer confirmed that there was a fueling problem on some of the newer 650s.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

@@DonalMorrissey oh ok maybe they will at some point issue a recall on them to update the ECU or something....I have noticed on lots of these euro 5 bikes ..the fueling can be a little fluffy at low rpms they make them very lean at low revs to comply with this Euro 5 stuff I'll keep a listen out for any info on this good luck mark

Was this a low seat Model 790mm? RE spec sheet states 820mm ?

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

No it was standard:)

I've had my eye on Royal Enfield for years, ever since seeing one of the ones that had been liveried and equipped as a British military courier's motorcycle, complete with panniers, crash bars, and an Olive Drab paint scheme, but it was rather small for a fellow who's 5'-10" and nearly 100 kg. I'd bee saddened to hear the less than charitable remarks about the brakes on some of their smaller offerings, which OUGHT to be something that could be remedied without going WAY-above some reasonable price, but THIS bike AND the Interceptor ought to sell like-mad. I prefer the look of the Continental, especially with the single seat. I am ALSO glad that it's seat-height is low-enough to be used be people of modest stature. The new BOSS at RE has hit-upon the right idea, in having a well-balanced, British engine design, and the HARRIS-designed frame, which makes an enormous difference. Lastly, RE really IS trying to cast their net widely, insofar as dealerships, which will doubtless help them, as well. Thank you for the excellent presentation.

@markpulling12

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great comment John Best wishes mark

And no 'Tripper', neatly tween big dials - surprising!

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Yes I'm surprised they could of easily added that in ....shame Regards mark

hello Mark...which one is best for you ? kawasaki w800 or this royal Enfield continental gt 650?awesome video...thanks Mark greetings from Philippines.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Hi khris ....I like the w800 ...funny enough I may be riding that one soon ....it's alot more money than the royal enfield ...think I'd go for the Re Best regards mark

@khristoffersonalcachupas7536

3 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 thanks mark appreciate it 🙏

@khristoffersonalcachupas7536

3 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 hi mark ...could you please make a review on pan America 1250 adventure bike ? !thanks mark 👍

Am I correct in assuming that these are tubes tyres?

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Yes David they will have tubes in them

This is a lovely bike for sure. I just wish they got rid of the A2 tag as it’s sort of discriminatory for bikes I feel. It tags them as low powered learner machines but if this was a BSA from yesteryear it would be a very sort after classic with no A2 tag.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely this would have been considered a high powered big engine :) Regards mark

@kyakaruvlogs2784

2 жыл бұрын

The BSA 650 single cylinder has been spotted doing rounds of testing. Most likely will be launched by the end of the year or early next year.

The engine is a thing of beauty. Clearly a very reliable engine as well as merely looking good. So why would I not buy one? Either this or the Interceptor. On paper, a low-tech traditionally styled bike should be what I want. Style-wise, I think I prefer the Interceptor and its higher and wider bars suit me more - I don't like clip-ons - but both bikes look really good. So, what's the problem, then? For one thing, I don't like spoked wheels, especially the sort that don't take tubeless tyres. The rear section is too narrow at 130 section - 150 would look better to me, and it wouldn't slow the handling down. And to be honest there isn't much else I can point to that I don't like, apart from the weight for a 650. Maybe it is just one of those bikes, like a lot of Triumphs, I wouldn't buy with no real reason. Another excellent review, Mark.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks nik :)

@notstevelam

3 жыл бұрын

the lack of tubeless is actually bewildering for a 2021 bike. also as for reliability, my 2021 gt650 completely died after a few days of ownership. had to get a whole replacement bike lol.

Can you do a video on KTM 390 Adventure? I understand these sorts of requests are not easy to fulfill but it would be highly appreciated. 👍

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Hi yes I like the 390 adventure ..I'll see if I can get hold of one Best regards Mark

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Mark, which one of the two RE twins (interceptor or continental gt) would you recommend for intercity rides (200-400 km rides)? Thank you for your review and for your answer (in advance :))

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Hi definitely the interceptor with it's more upright riding position and straight bars ...they both ride the same ,as in superb ... lovely engine Regards mark

@kostjulja84

2 жыл бұрын

I own Interceptor 650 Mark Three 2020. For one season i ride 7500+km. Its comfortable for long rides, but I will change the seat for the next season. Original is to hard for 100+ km. So I find new premium touring seat( Continental Gt style) for my Interceptor.

Hi Mark ! Have you tried the new T120 ? If you do, I am curious to see how you find it compared to the 2016-2022 model. Will probably upgrade mine next year, 2022 May. NZ

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Hi John no I must get hold of one of those :)

@johnmartin7158

3 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 Hi Mark ! I meant to say 2016-2020.

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Would love a review on euro 5 removed with pipe and filter upgrade ...could it transform the power ?

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Hi yes it makes them better ...air filter ,exhaust ,fuel booster plug etc are very good mods on these :)

@stesrad

2 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 great ...know of any review with bike in this spec ?..., thanks for info 👍

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Check out TEC bike parts on KZread

@stesrad

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers !

Hi Mark. I managed to whittle my first bike shortlist down to a suzuki SV650 or the Continental GT. Both on excellent offers in dealers at the moment. What do you think? Head says the Suzuki, heart says the RE

@markpulling12

Ай бұрын

Hi Neil ...you will get equal enjoyment out of both the v twin Suzuki engine is magic like the 270 crank parallel twin of the RE Try and demo both if you can ....at a push id go for an interceptor over the continental and sv .....just love that engine Cheers mark

@neilanderson2374

Ай бұрын

@@markpulling12 yeah being a new rider its not an option. Even the dealer was on the fence, he said if it was him he would go for the Conti, but the SV best for a beginner. What an amazing time to be buying a bike

@neilanderson2374

16 күн бұрын

@@markpulling12 decision made. I ordered a motoguzzi v7 special!

Mine is coming September 1st same colour 😊

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Great choice Richard :)

@richardelworthy1866

2 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 I am in Devon so looking forward to rides around me and over dartmoor 👍

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

@@richardelworthy1866 just the bike for those roads Richard ! :)

I have a 2021 RE Himalayan and a 2021 Suzuki SV650 in my garage (sold my 2018 BMW R1200GS 'Rallye' and spent the money on 2 bikes) , wanting to put a deposit down in a couple of weeks on a 3rd and last bike in my stable for an Interceptor or Continental, does the Continental have roughly the same riding position as the SV? at 55 yrs old the SV is fine, but don't want anything that puts a lot of weight on the wrists like a sports bike does, as i have owned a lot of them from 1989 until i hit my late 40's lol 😁 the first bike i go to is the Himmy i use it daily for commuting/loading up to go camping/touring and was ignoring the SV even tho it is a beautiful bike to ride , so the wife uses the SV650 , she loves it and even pays the service costs..result!👍 so she can have the SV.. I just need a 650 Royal Enfield, loving the brand and quality 😍 due to full UK covid lockdown 2021, i bought the Himalayan without test riding or seeing one in the flesh...best gut instinct on a bike after watching youtube reviews i ever made...love it! lifetime keeper, just like the 650 will be if i can decide which one to buy 🤣

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

Hi David ....no definitely get the interceptor if I were you...the continental has a sporty lean forward position wheras the interceptor is more like your sv Cheers mark

@davidireland6952

2 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 thanks 👍😁

@davidireland6952

2 жыл бұрын

I took your advice Mark and picked my new interceptor 1st march 2022 after buying it start of Feb, but waited for the new '22' reg,, what a beautiful bike to ride, even running it in is so much fun (up to 4000rpm with gentle acceleration, it still hit 60 mph keeping it below 4000) handles like a dream, it's very comfortable, the motor and standard exhausts sound brill!, but got a set of maxtourque UK made cans already waiting to fit after first service next week, might just fit them for the 120 mile round trip to the dealer before the first service 👍 thx again Mark for your advice 😁

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

@@davidireland6952 thanks David great choice....I must get an interceptor one-day....that engine is just fantastic you don't have to rev it at all to make decent power :)

The side stand is too short. That's why it's heavy trying to straighten up.....Sal : )

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Oh ok sal that's why it feels heavy off the stand then cheers mark

Very good honest review. No dealers in U.S.?

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Ahh that's a shame ... thought there would be Regards mark

@chrisdagnall8666

3 жыл бұрын

The RE website lists quite a lot of dealers in the USA, the search option on the RE website is a little temperamental sometimes. Great review Mark, lover these bikes, and your reviews of course 😀👍

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikehurley5052 ahh great thanks Mike !

@kennypool

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikehurley5052 not in sw Florida

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

@@chrisdagnall8666 thanks for the update Chris :)

While I like the RE 650 range, less than 3.5" of rear suspension travel is insufficient. This is a deal breaker as most roads in my area require another 1-1.5" of travel to safely negotiate. Unfortunate, as the bike certainly looks the part, maintenance is accessible and pricing is right.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment lori

@neosmith166

2 жыл бұрын

Take it for a test ride and see instead of just looking at the numbers.

@lorimcquinn3966

2 жыл бұрын

@@neosmith166 I did take it for a test ride, that's how I determined how little suspension was available. Once you set the sag correctly, there's not enough left. If it wasn't for this, I'd own one as I liked it.

@JIMWSMITH

2 жыл бұрын

@@lorimcquinn3966 surely you already new this, if you had done your research. alot of people upgrade the suspension front and rear , yet a pair of dampers stopped you buying one 🤔

@lorimcquinn3966

2 жыл бұрын

@@JIMWSMITH Yes, I was aware of the limited travel both front and rear although decided to wait till I road tested the bike before making a decision about purchasing. While the price of quality suspension components is nothing to sneeze about, it places the bike into another category altogether.The limited travel remains and you can only do so much with so little regardless of the quality or money spent.

Mate you really got shafted with the tyres, I got mine with pirelli's

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Haha good news !. Cheers mark

Agree a very nice looking bike indeed. Didn't notice a gear indicator on the clocks though which is sort of a given these days on pretty much all bikes now.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Yes Alex ....I really missed not having a gear indicator ! Regards mark

@nigelprentice2084

3 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 Has it got a centre stand?

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

@@nigelprentice2084 unfortunately not Nigel ...the interceptor does though ...maybe it's because it's a little sportier ...you may be able to fit one though if it's the same frame etc cheers mark

What did you think of the Ceat tires? We have a Continental GT with the Pirrelli Phantoms and a Interceptor with the Ceat tires and the GT in the wet has a lot less grip that the Interceptor.. The tread depth on the phantoms is a LOT less that all the other tires on the other bikes we have. Actually on a friends bike he has Made in China Phantoms on his and his tread depth is on par with our other bikes.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Hi it was a warm day and the ceat tyres felt great ...I've never tried them before but I'm impressed :) Best regards mark

@PubRunner

3 жыл бұрын

@@markpulling12 we have 2000k on ours no signs of wear.

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

@@PubRunner that's amazing

@Krishnendu792

3 жыл бұрын

Ceat tires are perfect all weather tires. Especially the one conti GT comes with. Pirelli is stickier but not up to mark in wet condition to handle a 200+kg machine

@PubRunner

3 жыл бұрын

@@Krishnendu792 the tread depth is noticeably shallower on the Phantoms... But the Chinese version of the same tire is deeper I believe the German version is deeper too.

I don’t know RE,never seen one in Holland.The bike looks ok,and I believe its ok to (for the money).But come on,go for a bike with some appearance .I am not spoiled,I ride on Moto Guzzi’s from the 90’s.The guy from the test is acting that it is a masterpiece and the best bike ever made by humans 😋

@ronaldwesterduin3719

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe I have been to sceptical about this video.I understand that the British still have something with RE.But I can not get used to that today a British motorcycle brand build there bikes in Thailand but we can’t see that in the price here.Italian brands are actually Chinese now and it all comes from China.But the prices are much lower about quality? I hope the people are all happy with there bikes.Tomorrow its Saturday I am going to visit a RE bikeshop.

New boots?

@markpulling12

3 жыл бұрын

Yes Simone sidi mag :)

@simonelomax7465

3 жыл бұрын

I have the older Sidi Brevettato. Really nice boots.

Dare I say we’ll see a meteor vid soon?

@markpulling12

2 жыл бұрын

100 % Johnathan ....Poole moto have them on order :) Cheers mark

You're more one with the GT than the INT. More in the bike than upon the bike.