Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 First Impressions Review // As good as everyone says?!

Hey Everyone!

Here is my Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 first ride impressions.

Really loving having some modern classics in the garage at the moment.

Legitimately has me thinking about selling my track bike to do some kind of project with one for myself.

We will see!

Enjoy!!

Usernamekate 🏁

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[deanblanton-fhgq]

Howdy, I’m a olde biker who lived in a small state called California. My years of riding bikes started in the 60s, I rode and owned just about every British bike made. Norton and Enfield was my favorites. I’m 80 now and still up on two wheels. Love the freedom of riding. I just wish Enfield would go back to the place were these bike companies stop the cheap look of “Black Out” bring back the chrome and polished metal plus chrome spoke wheels. Sorta like Enfield’s 350cc cruiser but a 650cc. Black crap paint just cheapens the look of a fine bike. Triumph and others think this black out stuff is what’s happening. Just a cheaper way to produce than polished cases and chrome. See ya on the road…

[denlsgoulden]

I've had mine for over 3 years now and done over 7, 500 miles on all roads on including quite a bit of motorways. I have found the Interceptor to be a very enjoyable capable machine with ample usable power unless you want to lose your license or kill yourself!! Easily copes with modern traffic conditions, and because they are so reasonably priced you can do plenty of upgrades and still be quids in, and who needs gadgets anyway ??😊

[TheMissendenFlyer]

Course I was watching Kate! It was an Interceptor video!! Thrilled to get a shout out - thank you for your kind words…Andy

[TheBezaleel]

Royal Enfield's are affordable and have soul !!

[mikerider]

Thank God we have a motorcycle that looks like a motorcycle and doesn't have a gear indicator, heated grips, traction control, rain mode etc etc.
This is a beautiful bike, an affordable bike that allows working class folk to commute to work and will be happy touring from Brighton to Edinburgh at the weekend.
We can add heated grips and saddle bags and different stuff.
Great Review 👍

[andrewrymell]

@17:50 - This is why I fell in love with the RE. I ended up on the GT650 rather than the Interceptor, as coming from sports bikes for the last 25+ years, I preferred the sportier riding position. But I actually felt I was back riding a proper bike again. The last Jap litre plastic rocket has all the bells and whistles, and was stupidly fast, but didn't fill me with excitement anymore, it was too good, I know that sounds daft. The RE makes you work for the thrills, you can bury the throttle without finding yourself 6ft under or losing your licence. It reminds me of the bikes I rode when I first started out, and I love it for making the ride a grin fest.
Anyways, great review!

[grumpsrides]

For me, the Interceptor, like other similar bikes, is for someone who enjoys a bimble.
A nice summer ride, out with friends, a spot of lunch, some nice roads and scenery.
Just enjoying the ride.
Really nice bike, and another great video, well done Kate.

[jetmeg]

Great review Kate, nice to see you again on a RE

[ianmcdiarmid]

My 70's T500 had about 47hp as well, pulled like a train never felt slow!

[marcheighton]

Love mine ! It is what it is. A modern day classic. It's the sort of bike that always puts a smile on your face to ride it. Capable, Sunday spin, ride out with mates, or a few days camping, and 70 plus to the gallon. It works for me. Had it 4 years now it's a keeper. Hope you enjoy riding it too don't expect too much just relax ride and enjoy.

[gedbaines]

Excellent assessment Kate. It’s a bike for people with nothing to prove. Royal Enfield have created their own market. I know quite a few guys who would only buy a bike over 30 years old. Along come RE and offer them a familiar 350 single and a 650 twin which they can service themselves, and they can’t buy enough of them.
Today, I did Bolton to Maryport and back, including over Birker Fell, not hanging about, and it was as much fun as any bike I’ve ridden.

[andrewrees]

Kate, your reviews and your enthusiasm are simply superb, you should be very proud of what you are doing, good on you 👏👏👏

[chrisdagnall]

I think you articulated perfectly why these bikes are so popular, they hit the sweet spot of fun and value for money. I have had mine just over a year and ride all year round and find the seat ok for just over an hour on the motorway if you are not moving around much, but if out for a ride round the lanes I can ride for two hours with out noticing the seat.

[nigelcox]

Good to see all digits back in full working order! I imagine after a while your familiarity with the bike would increase, and you’d be able to stretch it’s capabilities, but as you say this is not a high-end bike. Good review. 👍😎❤️

[martinbrown]

I agree with you, a clock and a gear indicator is a must, nice video.

[hartley]

Ive liked the look of the Interceptor for a long time. Rode my brothers fopr the first time yesterday and as well as being stunning looking its a real pleasure to ride.

[jezza]

Nice pragmatic review. I've had my Interceptor for a couple of months and absolutely love it, it always makes me grin and is an absolute hoot. Yeah, the suspension does show as being a bit budget, when pushed, but the rest of the bike is superb, so I'm quite happy to pony up for some Hagon/YSS suspension for it

[JohnDoe-jnex]

Good to see someone riding and having a great time.

[muhammadedisantuso]

the important thing is to keep the spirit, continue to work very well, high quality and always think positively to work, I am very happy to see you

[derivedsolution]

Been looking at this bike for a while and now I'm even more tempted by it