Thinking of buying A Royal Enfield Motorcycle? Things you might need to know!

There are many myths and legends being spread around the world of motorcycling aimed to put people off buying A Royal Enfield. Here I try to deal with the most common ones as accurately as possible without bias.

[paulrendell]

I went into an RE dealer just to have look a couple of years ago.... 30 minutes later I'd signed on the dotted line and was the proud owner of a brand new Interceptor. Never regretted it for a second... It's a cracking little bike. But it happened again just a few weeks ago. I went into my RE dealer to talk about something and when I left the shop, I was the proud owner of a brand new RE Himalayan! Don't know how it happened? it just did. I'm going to have to get a bigger shed... Again, what a cracking bike the Himalayan is... And just a midges away from 100mpg. Can't argue with that...

[stephenmcfadyen]

Stuart, I was lucky enough to have a guided tour of the Enfield factory in India three years ago before I bought my bullet, I was impressed with the engineering that goes into the Enfield brand and their attention to detail. I was surprised at the high precision engineered robots that machine the engine parts and weld the frame and the high level of finesse the workers have in finishing each bike. So, I now own an Enfield !!!

[Stone]

I’m glad India grasped the nettle and kept the brand going, fair play to them. I don’t think it’ll be long before a big player over here too. The Indians love their motorbikes, just watch the amount of reviews for all brands that are made in India. Not talk over review bye! 👍

[jhngix]

I bought an interceptor 650 this year after watching your vids. It's been a fantastic bike and everyone I let ride it falls in love. Like you say it's terrific value for the money! Thx for another great video!

[Scrumpys]

What the UK needs is to simplify the bike test and make the insurance cheaper for the youngsters. Doing a modern test when you are between 17 and 21 years old is horrendously complicated and expensive. Get young people back into the freedom and joy of motorcycling and then sales and understanding of having a bike will go through the roof. Royal Enfield has enabled a sound product which isn't a life risking sports bike. Open the restrictions on access and we can become a motorcycling commuting country too. Added bonus, get all those cars off the road!

[keithbateman]

Greetings from Down Under.Thanks again for another great production, always informative and entertaining. Whilst i, m old, 63, and love my Enfield with a passion wherever i ride i see young blokes riding, modifying, raving about their Enfields. Its heartening and encouraging to witness young people embracing the Enfield for the down to earth experience it gives them. All ages can enjoy the brand as i intend to do hopefully for many yeats to come. Thanks again

[markb]

Had a lovely ride out to squires cafe for a coffee on my bullet yesterday, then a gentle ride around the villages, was a complete joy 👍

[thatenfieldguyaus]

I’m an Enfield enthusiast. I love my classic 500, I understand and love it’s foibles, it’s why I bought it, it’s a big single so it vibrates... it’s not meant for sitting at 120 all day down the motorway.... that’s ok most roads I ride at 90 or under, yet she’ll hold 110 happily for those lil spurts. The motor has changed in basic design in 50 yrs...I love a simple motor, means I can work on it. And I love the aftermarket parts for every part of my new “Old” girl.
I own 2 Enfields now, my 500 classic and a 350 rumbler (thunderbird). I’m always smiling when I’m on them. I can appreciate other bikes, I own a SWM Gran Milano, but I chose Betty before the SWM 9/10 times

[andymazuk]

As a biker for over 50 years and new to RE a year ago, this video exactly sums up the brand and its reason for being. I first rode a Bullet in India in 1991 and rather liked it. It was perfect for the roads there. I’ve owned many bikes but the Classic 500 is a really good choice for someone of my age and well worth a look for new bikers of any age.

[barryhughes]

When I retired I sold my Triumph Tiger as I wasn't commuting any more and was literally days away from buying a Bonnie but I watched Stuarts video on his Interceptor purchase, also another well known bike blogger bought one and I thought what is going on here. I had a demo and the rest is history. I must say I have made my Interceptor mine with loads of mods and not had so much fun since my days as a young aircraft apprentice trying to make my BSA Bantam go faster! For me Royal Enfield have really made their mark with their 650 twins and I am even considering buying an Himalayan as a second bike!

[gerardobrien]

Collected my new interceptor 650 yesterday Stuart and just want to say thank you so much for your advice and excellent videos. I'm getting back on two wheels after thirty years in the car and can honestly say the ride home from the dealership yesterday was pure joy, looking forward to many years riding it around Dublin and many beautiful parts of Ireland , take care and ride safe .

[ify]

Thanks to India for resurrecting this legendary brand

[brianperry]

The demise of the British motorcycle industry in the sixties is a lesson of resting on laurels and believing British was Best....they failed on every level...The Indian Government saved Royal Enfield from total obscurity...from bikes for their military to the mass market its been a 'rocky path', However, constant improvement, refined what needed to be refined. reintroducing names from the past has paid off with greater sales worldwide. Thirty years ago I hired a 350 bullet for two weeks to travel about India and Goa...( wife riding pillion, she had never been on a motorcycle in her life)..The bike never 'missed a beat' and was totally reliable....I don't know if you are aware, bikes sold in India could have a Saree guard fitted for obvious from España where we expect a temperature of 31c today...

[stevenhill]

Enfield needs more people like you spreading the word until the "cheap and cheerful" reputation is left behind.

[AMac]

Eagerly awaiting my new RE Meteor 350….. after a very enjoyable test ride and having a very good inspection of the demonstrator I can honestly say the quality of the fit and finish is second to none. My previous two bikes where a Moto Guzzi V7 and before her a Ducati Scrambler, the Meteor is on a par if not better!!
I’m happy the performance will be modest, but I’m not buying a RE for knee down A road blasting…. just lots of smiles and enjoyable exploring in comfort.

[thomasmusso]

A good share .. thanks 👍.
'Engines are Old Technology' .. aka they're able to be maintained, where chosen, by the Owner or 'someone just down the road' and at reasonable cost.
I'll vote for that .. every time! I wish that more manufacturers would adopt that long-abandoned mindset!
Take care ..

[palashkale]

I love my interceptor...
My great grandfather had a bullet that came straight from Redditch, although my interceptor is from India...

[UncleBogator]

Maybe mentioned it before but I never heard of RE until 2018. Indian friend told me about them when we were looking at my Harley. I was immediately obsessed with the idea of having a motorcycle made in India that nobody here was riding. Finally got mine this year and I love it more than any motorcycle I’ve ever had.

[henryhartley]

Nice one Stuart, I think most people don't realise just how huge the Indian market is, I've been lucky enough to visit India quite a few times and it comes as a bit of a shock to see literally thousands of bikes on the road, along with that there are hundreds of roadside mechanics sat cross legged maintaining them, and almost every shop no matter what type of business has a table out front with bottles of petrol for sale on them. Its a real eye opener...

[rsee]

After many months of research I got my first bike it’s a Int650 and I love it I’ve now had it for about 6 months no problems in anyway this channel played a huge part in my choice