Royal Enfield

Hotblack Desiato · 30-10-2019 7:39pm

What did you not like about it?

arybvtcw0eolkf · 30-10-2019 11:35pm

Hotblack Desiato wrote: »

What did you not like about it?

It was too small for me.

Nabidana · 09-01-2020 6:22pm

@breezin,

What made you go with the Interceptor over the Continental?

Cheers,
NBD

Interceptor · 09-01-2020 7:08pm

Nabidana wrote: »

RE Interceptor 650
Triumph Bonneville
H-D Iron 883 (Dare I say, I've considered a Street 750 too)

Have a budget of about 8.5K.

Why are Yamaha XSR or Ducati Scrambler not on this list?

Breezin · 09-01-2020 7:31pm

Nabidana wrote: »

@breezin,

What made you go with the Interceptor over the Continental?

Cheers,
NBD

Handlebar height, foot peg position, looks. The GT is a handsome town bike but I wouldn't want to go on a long run on it.
I did Dublin to Kerry and back last week and was glad I chose the Interceptor.
Also, given its modest power, the GT's very sexy cafe racer look is a bit off in the modern era, imho.

galwaytt · 22-01-2020 1:35pm

Speaking RE, I noticed this week that EU regs are killing off their 500 single, so only 1 final run of them and then that's it.

Varik · 22-01-2020 3:34pm

India skipped their equivalent to Euro 5. Their 500 singles are only fuel injected for 2020, and have a secondary cat & oxygen sensor. Tiny drop in power and a uglier exhaust.

Nabidana · 28-03-2020 11:45pm

Breezin wrote: »

Handlebar height, foot peg position, looks. The GT is a handsome town bike but I wouldn't want to go on a long run on it.
I did Dublin to Kerry and back last week and was glad I chose the Interceptor.
Also, given its modest power, the GT's very sexy cafe racer look is a bit off in the modern era, imho.

Breezin, if you were to name 3 good points and 3 bad points about your Interceptor, what would they be?

Cheers,
NBD

AlekSmart · 31-03-2020 6:49pm

Varik wrote: »

India skipped their equivalent to Euro 5. Their 500 singles are only fuel injected for 2020, and have a secondary cat & oxygen sensor. Tiny drop in power and a uglier exhaust.

How is that even possible...?

Nabidana · 02-02-2021 5:46pm

I ended up buying a Tiger 800 last summer. Lovely bike and couldn't fault it. Plenty of power, comfortable, more agile than I thought it would be.

Sure I had grand visions of long weekend trips around Ireland and the UK, maybe further, but my wife and kids don't all fit on the bike. Apparently this is an issue...

So anyway, I've decided to sell the Tiger and go for what I should have got in the first place. The Interceptor 650.

Most of my spins are in and out of town. Of course the Tiger could do that no problem but just not as much fun (imvho) as the RE. Rode one a few weeks after getting Tiger. Knew then....

Conscious of an update to the Int/GT/Himmie this year along the lines of turn bu turn sat nav etc but sure, I know where I'm going.

Plan on purchasing as soon

Trigger Happy · 02-02-2021 6:28pm

Am getting a RE myself, the new Meteor 350 will be delivered in a few months.

The Interceptor and Himalayan seem to be the bikes that RE finally got their build quality issues sorted. I do love the look of the Interceptor TBH.

Breezin · 03-02-2021 12:26am

Nabidana wrote: »

I ended up buying a Tiger 800 last summer. Lovely bike and couldn't fault it. Plenty of power, comfortable, more agile than I thought it would be.

Sure I had grand visions of long weekend trips around Ireland and the UK, maybe further, but my wife and kids don't all fit on the bike. Apparently this is an issue...

So anyway, I've decided to sell the Tiger and go for what I should have got in the first place. The Interceptor 650.

Most of my spins are in and out of town. Of course the Tiger could do that no problem but just not as much fun (imvho) as the RE. Rode one a few weeks after getting Tiger. Knew then....

Conscious of an update to the Int/GT/Himmie this year along the lines of turn bu turn sat nav etc but sure, I know where I'm going.

Plan on purchasing as soon

Good for you! You won't regret it.

Interceptor is more than up to weekend trips btw.

Nabidana · 01-04-2021 10:40pm

WestWicklow1 wrote: »

I have a 2019 Himalayan......

Would you recommend the Himalayan, WW?

WestWicklow1 · 02-04-2021 12:09am

Nabidana wrote: »

Would you recommend the Himalayan, WW?

I certainly would. I love it. Reliable, simple, light, low seat height. It does what I like doing superbly. I've had it for almost two years now. All my riding is for pleasure and it does a great job for me. As soon as circumstances allow Him and I are heading to Portugal to do the ACT. Can't wait.

Hotblack Desiato · 02-04-2021 1:25am

ACT?

Edit: just noticed Makikomi closed his account, ah jaysus.

WestWicklow1 · 02-04-2021 1:55am

Hotblack Desiato wrote: »

ACT?

Adventure Country Tracks...

https://www.adventurecountrytracks.com/act_portugal/

goblin59 · 02-04-2021 12:12pm

WestWicklow1 wrote: »

I certainly would. I love it. Reliable, simple, light, low seat height. It does what I like doing superbly. I've had it for almost two years now. All my riding is for pleasure and it does a great job for me. As soon as circumstances allow Him and I are heading to Portugal to do the ACT. Can't wait.

My Dads neighbor traded his R1200GS for a kitted out Himalayan, he loves it!
Was a very comfortable bike when I gave it a try up and down the road near the house.

He's wired in a few bits to the bike already including ABS switch so he can turn the ABS on and off as needed.

Nabidana · 02-04-2021 12:19pm

WestWicklow1 wrote: »

I certainly would. I love it. Reliable, simple, light, low seat height. It does what I like doing superbly. I've had it for almost two years now. All my riding is for pleasure and it does a great job for me. As soon as circumstances allow Him and I are heading to Portugal to do the ACT. Can't wait.

Cheers WW.

I'm swaying towards the Himalayan myself. It kind of does everything. I'd like to start doing a bit offroad. No crazy stuff like jumps etc, just forest paths.

I could stick nobblies on my Tiger 800 but it is a big heavy bike. If I go with the Interceptor that rules out the bit of ADV fun.

Do you find the Himi very limiting on the open road? I'd never go over 120 on the biggest roads and am not into speed at all so don't think the low power would bother me that much. Still a concern though.

For a little over 6K it is incredible value for a brand new bike.

Cheers for getting back to me, WW.

Nabidana · 02-04-2021 12:27pm

goblin59 wrote: »

My Dads neighbor traded his R1200GS for a kitted out Himalayan, he loves it!
Was a very comfortable bike when I gave it a try up and down the road near the house.

He's wired in a few bits to the bike already including ABS switch so he can turn the ABS on and off as needed.

A fair change from the R1200 to a 411cc Himalayan.

I've read the hand and engine guards that come as part of the "adventure" set are poor quality. Better off getting a better 3rd party set.

Would he agree?

goblin59 · 02-04-2021 12:39pm

Nabidana wrote: »

A fair change from the R1200 to a 411cc Himalayan.

I've read the hand and engine guards that come as part of the "adventure" set are poor quality. Better off getting a better 3rd party set.

Would he agree?

Weight and height were a big factor in the decision. if your taking a bike on trails, being able to pick it up multiple times without doing your back in is a huge plus.

Myself and Dad both have a DR650se and the difference between them and his R1200gs is unreal when on twisties (until your on the motorway)

Yeah I think he got Bark busters for his bike,
The engine guards are ok from what I remember, theyre mainly for mounting the Aux petrol tanks though

cantdecide · 02-04-2021 1:25pm

Rented a Himalayan for several days when I was in Asia and for a big galoot like me it was more than enough. The big world-crossing adventure bikes are amazing but you shouldn't forget that a rudimentary machine can still do the business. I had CRF150 for several days too and that was more than enough to keep me and a backpack moving.

I do love a RE though. I'm always keen to find a solid Bullet to restore and keep. I took a 350 around Nepal back in 2012 and it went high into the Himalayas without much trouble.

WestWicklow1 · 02-04-2021 1:28pm

goblin59 wrote: »

My Dads neighbor traded his R1200GS for a kitted out Himalayan, he loves it!
Was a very comfortable bike when I gave it a try up and down the road near the house.

He's wired in a few bits to the bike already including ABS switch so he can turn the ABS on and off as needed.

Funnily enough, I went from an R1200GSA to an F650GS Dakar and then the Himalayan. When I had the GSA and the GSD I used to get the wave from GS's but since I got the Himalayan they don't wave

:D:D

How long ago did he trade? Mine, a BS4, was replaced by the BS6 last year and has switchable ABS.

What general part of the country is he?

WestWicklow1 · 02-04-2021 2:46pm

Nabidana wrote: »

Cheers WW.

I'm swaying towards the Himalayan myself. It kind of does everything. I'd like to start doing a bit offroad. No crazy stuff like jumps etc, just forest paths.

I could stick nobblies on my Tiger 800 but it is a big heavy bike. If I go with the Interceptor that rules out the bit of ADV fun.

I've done mild off-roading ever since I got my first GS in 2000. After my first set of tyres wore out on the Himalayan I put TKC 80s on. I've used them for 20 years and they're ok on tarmac. A lot of tracks in Wicklow remain muddy most of the year.

Nabidana wrote: »

Do you find the Himi very limiting on the open road? I'd never go over 120 on the biggest roads and am not into speed at all so don't think the low power would bother me that much. Still a concern though.

Yes, it is but I have the r1150r for that and you have the Tiger!! I've covered some relatively long journeys on the Himalayan but would NEVER ever consider taking it on a motorway for a long journey. For example, if I ever get to Portugal for the ACT (tried 3 times at this stage and failed. 1-friend hurt his knee, we cancelled. 2-Brittany Ferries cancelled the sailing. 3- Covid) we'll work out a route to get there that will exclude all motorways and major roads in Ireland and Spain.

Give me a boreen, a forest track, an unpaved lane, and the Himalayan, and I'm as happy as...

Nabidana · 07-04-2021 11:15pm

Deposit out down in RE Himalayan today.

Granite grey. A beautiful bike.

Big step down in power from my Tiger but it'll do what I need.

Looking forward to getting it next month.

WestWicklow1 · 08-04-2021 12:16am

Nabidana wrote: »

Deposit out down in RE Himalayan today.

Granite grey. A beautiful bike.

Big step down in power from my Tiger but it'll do what I need.

Looking forward to getting it next month.

BS6?

Nabidana · 08-04-2021 12:21am

WestWicklow1 wrote: »

BS6?

No.

They're not due in until late summer and I don't think the upgrades are worth the wait.

Plus I've no bike at the moment.

goblin59 · 08-04-2021 12:06pm

Nabidana wrote: »

Deposit out down in RE Himalayan today.

Granite grey. A beautiful bike.

Big step down in power from my Tiger but it'll do what I need.

Looking forward to getting it next month.

probably a big step down in weight as well and a step up in fuel economy

Nabidana · 08-04-2021 9:30pm

goblin59 wrote: »

probably a big step down in weight as well and a step up in fuel economy

That's true alright.

Looking forward to hitting some mountain paths on it I must say.

The fact it's light enough is good as I could be picking it up a bit no doubt.

goblin59 · 09-04-2021 4:04pm

LIGHTNING wrote: »

If you find any near south dublin/wicklow can you let me know. I am still not able to find something light to take my bike to

taking the NSR125 trail riding?

Nabidana · 09-04-2021 4:52pm

LIGHTNING wrote: »

If you find any near south dublin/wicklow can you let me know. I am still not able to find something light to take my bike to

I'm down here in Tipperary nestled between the Galtee and Knockmealdown mountains so won't be any help on that front I'm afraid.

West Wicklow might be able to help?

goblin59 · 09-04-2021 10:32pm

LIGHTNING wrote: »

:pac: Nah I have a CB500X as a daily (daily isnt really a thing anymore for me but you know what I mean)

haha the hobby bike now

havn't seen too many of the CB500X around.

My friend bought the Rallyraid kit for his, suspension upgrades and spoked tubeless wheels

boredatwork82 · 17-04-2021 8:52pm

The interceptor looks really nice. I would definitely consider it if you could get a blacked out version. The Meteor looks gorgeous blacked out. Hopefully they might follow suit with the interceptor soon.

boredatwork82 · 19-04-2021 9:31am

Actually, was googling it over the weekend. Apparently RE in Italy brought out some limited editions blacked out.

They look way better than the chrome versions in my opinion.

boredatwork82 · 19-04-2021 9:33am

And the interceptor!

Nabidana · 27-05-2021 8:13am

Hey guys,

I have narrowed it down to two bikes for my next bike.

Interceptor 650 or Triumph Scrambler.

Am going test riding a Scrambler tomorrow.

Would love to have a spin on an Interceptor 650 to compare it with. I've sat in them and they're fab.

But it's a lot of money to spend on a bike I've never ridded.

Anyone around Dublin tomorrow that could let me take a spin on one?

I can provide license/passport/kids whatever to show I'm genuine.

I will also have insurance if I can get a bike to ride.

I know it's a long shot, but said I'd try it anyway.

Thanks
NBD

goblin59 · 27-05-2021 11:11am

Nabidana wrote: »

Hey guys,

I have narrowed it down to two bikes for my next bike.

Interceptor 650 or Triumph Scrambler.

Am going test riding a Scrambler tomorrow.

Would love to have a spin on an Interceptor 650 to compare it with. I've sat in them and they're fab.

But it's a lot of money to spend on a bike I've never ridded.

Anyone around Dublin tomorrow that could let me take a spin on one?

I can provide license/passport/kids whatever to show I'm genuine.

I will also have insurance if I can get a bike to ride.

I know it's a long shot, but said I'd try it anyway.

Thanks
NBD

If you are considering buying one, why not pop into Bike world and see if they have a demo model for you to try.
They would be selling you the bike anyway?

Nabidana · 27-05-2021 11:22am

goblin59 wrote: »

If you are considering buying one, why not pop into Bike world and see if they have a demo model for you to try.
They would be selling you the bike anyway?

No demo, unfortunately.

Trigger Happy · 27-05-2021 1:01pm

Trigger Happy wrote: »

Am getting a RE myself, the new Meteor 350 will be delivered in a few months.

The Interceptor and Himalayan seem to be the bikes that RE finally got their build quality issues sorted. I do love the look of the Interceptor TBH.

Still waiting on this one...hopefully it will finally arrive in the next 2 weeks - the patience is completely worn out.

Nabidana · 27-05-2021 2:34pm

The Missenden Flyer put up a review of the Meteor this morning.

May be of interest to some here.

WestWicklow1 · 27-05-2021 3:05pm

LIGHTNING wrote: »

Hmm did he pull it down? I dont see it

This is the only one I can find but it's 5 months old and not a test ride.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AG383qOuTH4&t=30s

Nabidana · 27-05-2021 5:56pm

LIGHTNING wrote: »

Hmm did he pull it down? I dont see it

It appears so.

I saw it earlier and said nice one, watch that with a cuppa this evening.

Went to look there and poor, gone.

I checked comments section of the other video he put up today and there's posters asking where the meteor video went.

I don't know, maybe he uploaded two by accident and took one back down again.

I've no idea though!

WestWicklow1 · 05-06-2021 11:32am

Nabidana wrote: »

The Missenden Flyer put up a review of the Meteor this morning.

May be of interest to some here.

That's back up now...

boredatwork82 · 27-06-2021 11:36pm

I see Meteors have landed in Sprocket and Hubs. Has anyone here gone for a look see or a test ride or even bought one?

Henry Ford III · 28-06-2021 2:18pm

boredatwork82 wrote: »

I see Meteors have landed in Sprocket and Hubs. Has anyone here gone for a look see or a test ride or even bought one?

They look great and being a Royal Enfield will be well built.

20bhp though?

boredatwork82 · 28-06-2021 2:23pm

For tipping around town it should be grand!
And for €5k ya can't expect too much.
Will have to try get a test spin!

GBX · 28-06-2021 2:24pm

Bit of a misnomer calling it a Meteor !

Trigger Happy · 06-07-2021 4:58pm

boredatwork82 wrote: »

I see Meteors have landed in Sprocket and Hubs. Has anyone here gone for a look see or a test ride or even bought one?

I bought one. There are 2 dealers in ireland selling these. Sprocket and hubs in Limerick and Bikeworld in dublin.

Sprocket and Hub advertise their Meteor Stellar at 5500 on the road with 3 year warranty and roadside assist.
Bikeworld are selling theirs for 6350 on the road with 2 year warranty only.

Seems a massive gap between the two.

But the bike itself is very well made and a super comfy ride. There is a very satisfying sound off it too. The Royal Enfield app is not yet available in ireland so the turn by turn sat nav thingy cant be used yet unless you have an android phone and use some workaround.

WestWicklow1 · 06-07-2021 8:20pm

Trigger Happy wrote: »

I bought one. There are 2 dealers in ireland selling these. Sprocket and hubs in Limerick and Bikeworld in dublin.

Sprocket and Hub advertise their Meteor Stellar at 5500 on the road with 3 year warranty and roadside assist.
Bikeworld are selling theirs for 6350 on the road with 2 year warranty only.

Seems a massive gap between the two.

But the bike itself is very well made and a super comfy ride. There is a very satisfying sound off it too. The Royal Enfield app is not yet available in ireland so the turn by turn sat nav thingy cant be used yet unless you have an android phone and use some workaround.

Well done and the best of luck with it. Take a photo when you're out and about next.

Where did you buy

Trigger Happy · 15-07-2021 6:37pm

https://boards.ie/discussion/comment/117607893#Comment_117607893

Bikeworld. They got back to me and confirmed that it is a 3 year warranty after all.

Royal Enfield

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