Is this my next bike? || Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 First Ride Review

What do you think should be my next bike?

For those that missed it, the Scrambler 1200 is up for sale. In this video i'll give some context as to why I'm selling my dream bike and we will take delivery of the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 in stunning Cali Green, for a few weeks to put it through its paces.

[0:00] Preview
[0:31] Intro
[01:34] Bike delivery & walkaround
[03:30] First Ride
[05:20] Context - why sell?
[10:20] First Impressions
[14:08] Loading up
[15:30] Can anyone afford a bike in London?
[19:09] Help me decide!
[23:58] Final Summary

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Thanks to Royal Enfield Europe / Shellwood Blake for the loan.

[marchettejw]

I run an interceptor here in the states, the sheer number of times I’ve had people stop and ask me about it is incredible. Most people here only know 2 types of bikes.. they’re either crotch rockets or harleys.

[PhilipMccosh]

The way that you ride a bike it won’t matter what you choose. You won’t be around long enough for it to matter.🙁

[us]

Happy owner of a 2022 INT650. Great bike on a budget. No issues so far except the speedo cable that was replaced. Easy to maintain. Cheap spare parts, perfect for city riding, and the best part, fun to ride!

[cjn]

Glad to see so much interest in Royal Enfield motorcycles lately!

I own a 2021 Continental GT 650 (Rocker Red) here in the United States and it’s a fun bike. There’s so many ways to modify these motorcycles ~ here’s what I’ve done to my GT 650:

* Booster Plug
* PowerTronics FuelX Lite Autotuner
* NGK Race Ignition Cables
* NGK Iridium Spark Plugs
* K&N Air Filter
* Stage 2 Air Cover Eliminator
* Metzeler Roadtec Tires
* 140 Rear Tire upgrade
* S&S Exhaust Slip-Ons
* MK Designs Shorty Tail Kit
* Royal Enfield Premium Touring Seat
* Royal Enfield Bar End Mirrors
* Royal Enfield Black Magic Flyscreen
* Hitchcock’s 16 Tooth Front Sprocket
* HealTech GIPRO X-TYPE G2 (Gear Indicator
* Royal Enfield Rocker Red Fuel Tank
* Royal Enfield Rocker Red Solo Seat Cowl
* Verex Brushed Stainless Steel Headers
* Trip Machine Leather Grip Wraps
* Heavy Duty Relays
* LED Turn Signal Lights
* Turn Signal Relay
* LED Headlight
* EVAP System Delete
* AIS Delete

Looking forward to your Royal Enfield 650 Twin journey 🏍️

[markxt]

Royal Enfield has brought soulful motorcycling into the present time and it’s just fantastic, I had the interceptor for the last 3 years, love it, and now I’ve just bought the 2024 Meteor 350 in Aurora Green, these 350 engines have stolen my heart, I’ve had R1s, Zx10r etc for 30 years and they are fantastic in there own right, firstly Royal Enfield aren’t powerful, once you know you ain’t buying for that reason, these bikes are hard to beat 😎

[paulmorris]

I think the Interceptor would be perfect for you. Due to my age (71) and reduced body strength I am reluctantly having to sell my 18 month old Interceptor in Canyon Red. I have added a multitude of extras to it including a lovely sounding TEC exhaust system and it only has 2000 miles on the clock. I’m going to advertise it this coming week however let me know if this is something you would be interested in exploring.

[CaseyJones]

One of the best looking bikes on the market. It will be my first bike and I will mod it into scrambler with time.

[SteliosPapagrigoriou]

I really enjoy your videos and the general vibe! Have fun on your INT 😁

[BIBuildy]

Even with the stock pipes, that Interceptor sounds really great! Honestly, the Int 650 weighs less, costs less, and probably insures for less than the Bonnie. It looks like RE has made so many refinements and improvements. Seems like the Int 650 is a bargain that you could still have a blast on.

[sunshinecatcher]

I bloody love the Enfield bikes, love you video your driving is white knuckle but I love it

[lovingmylifeasIage]

I do think that a 650 is a better long term bike. You may want more power then you need once in awhile but you will have enough power for what you need most of the time.

[ice]

I always choose a new one over a used one. Changing the subject, What brand are your gloves? I like them a lot.

[electrobob]

I like the finishing of your gloves! What brand are they? I have zipper style gloves which broke and need a replacement.
kr, Erik

[Watch_Papa]

Dude you have such a nicely modded 1200xe. Do the decat, if you need a cat for emissions get the 2020 mufflers. Decat and leg saver and the heat is not bad at all. Ride the dream bike, ignite the loins, you don’t need to do off road on it just cuz it’s capable. Plus it looks awesome

I had the same problem as also 6 foot 3. I loved the speed twin but felt tiny. Have a look at the r9t too, the scrambler, great alternative

On money problem, you just gotta make more $$ 😂

Insurance is crazy I’m in nyc and it’s $500 a year

[leecbracing]

I got a triumph t100 2005 and it’s ulez free only cost me 120 a year I’m only 35 great bike and haven’t looked back at the sports bike since

[tomkingham]

Tough decision mate but a fine predicament to be in 😊. Id probably swing towards the T100 for that extra bit of grunt but the interceptor looks 👌🏼. Good luck man ✌🏼

[arancioimpulsivo]

Smart choice to be honest. Enjoy your new bike!

[FunWithAJ]

T100, t120 or scrambler 900 (all used) would likely be well suited for your next bike.

[TheVictorhxd]

What about the Scramblex 400x? I used to have an Interceptor 650. Lovely and great bike, by the way. But the scrambler 400 is amazing with great off road cappactiy. Nowadays i have the 900 because the use is only on the weekends.

[chriswatts]

The tank colour on that is sweet, perhaps a brown seat would go nice with that