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Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 How Slow Is it? Speed Test

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Hello and welcome to the episode! We are Nick & Jo, a married biker couple who love to share our motorcycle adventures with you. In this episode I test the Interceptors speed capabilities for normal road riding.

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20 Comments

@GusBlackBMW 3 years ago

No better motorbike for country roads . So good in the corners . Really brings the fun back to motorbike riding. Perfect for town filtering. The sound is so distinct you know when an interceptor is heading your way before you see it .

@AaaADD456 3 years ago

Thank you so much for this video! I have been on the fence about one of these bikes. Had an earlier bullet 500..... liked it, but when I moved to where I am now, ( south Carolina low country ., all straight roads and everyone driving at least 70mph.....) the disadvantage of acceleration with the old bullet would have meant my death. So, some times you must accelerate for safety. This was my last stumbling block. Thank you again, this video was incredibly useful, just phoned the dealership and told them to get mine ready!!!!!!

@TerraMagnus 3 years ago

I’ve got the hi flow filter and 2-1 on my Interceptor. I weigh 300 lbs. I’m a huge dude. Me riding 1 up is like most people riding 2 up. And the Interceptor has NO PROBLEM getting into some spirited riding. Also no problems on the US interstate roads (closer to your M roads but faster speeds)

@andrewgibbs5135 3 years ago

Well done, a good example of the Interceptor’s capabilities.

When I was a cycling teenager living in a rural village, we drooled over an older lad’s (still a teenager) Triumph Bonneville 650 T120. We would listen out for him returning from work just to see and here the bike, in the knowledge that it was one of the fastest bikes ‘in the world’ (we were teenagers 😉).

For context, a good example of that era Bonneville was producing mid 40’s bhp……….

With today’s ever diminishing speed limits, the Interceptor is an ideal everyday bike. The sales figures and solid used values would suggest that Royal Enfield have identified just that and developed their own slot in the market to support the theory.

Keep ‘em coming…

@elisabattle8456 3 years ago

I have been riding for over 55 years. Currently have two Moto Guzzis but have owned Ducatis, Laverdas, Moto Morini, Suzuki, BSA, Triumph, Indian, Kawasaki, Zundaps, BMWs. The point of my post is to suggest to stay off the dark middle patch on the highway, especially in the wet. This is where oil from millions of previous vehicles have been deposited. Anticipation and positioning are the two most important laws to embrace when riding motorcycle. Anticipate that cars either do not see you or do not respect you and will compromise your lane position or pull out in front of you without regard to safety concerns. Position your bike to allow you an escape space when cars drift into your lane or claim they do not see you in their rearview of sideview mirrors. Great video by the way--mike

@briansummers5389 3 years ago

Another great video,I'm glad you and Jodie decided to keep making them.

@robmackenzie8478 2 years ago

had my interceptor bout 12 months, love it, had after market cans when I got it, sounds awesome, fitted a wee screen (I'm getting on a bit) best thing tho was fitted a 16 tooth sprocket on the front, massive difference on open road. I've got 3 other bikes all quicker than this but it still puts a smile on my face when I take it out.!! Great bike, Its a keeper!!!

@espenhordnes 3 years ago

Thank you for a good video. Espen from Drammen in Norway.

@paulgreen2524 3 years ago (edited)

I bought a 2022 interceptor and live in Tasmania, where the roads are made for motorcycling.
I can hammer the bike and chuck it round like my Ducati supersport, just doesn't have the top speed, but just as much fun, any day of the week.

@filipvrijders7994 2 years ago

I agree, probably I m not dull. 😂Riding since 1987 , I had a lot of bikes, also canons. In 21 I sold my RT and bought a GT. Still have it and it will stay. I still love it and it is one of my best bikes. Damn good engine. Not a lot of HP, but the engine is well made. If you want, like you show hear, it goes pretty fast. This machine wants you to ride it, not the machine that rides with you.

Weather you have 48 horse power or 120, the wind will be the same and try to hold on 130 km/h on any naked😮😂, for hours.

@malcolmabram2957 3 years ago

Just watched a video on fortnine which compared engine durability based on particulate matter building up in the oil. Most major brands were compared. To my amazement, Royal Enfield came top with the least, with BMW a very close second. Harley came bottom, with particulate matter about 20 times worse than the Royal Enfield. This is a marque that deserves full credit, and long may it remain affordable. A good choice for a person who just wants a quality bike, with good handling and reasonable performance.

@stimsonromano2258 3 years ago

Awesome review and thanks for sharing big love from Australia 😊😊😊

@RichardParsons65 3 years ago

Love the video - it gives a great account of the Interceptor's capabilities. Your colourful language just accentuates the enjoyment. :)

@kennethheldreich6604 3 years ago

Brilliant video Nick, can't wait to open mine up only done 600 miles, had two months off do to hip replacement, just absolutely love my interceptor, makes me smile even looking at it 🏍👍❤️🇬🇧

@panday_no_pira 3 years ago

What a nice bike. Im still rocking my GT650 and love every minute of it.

@eldritchshiner 3 years ago

Great video. I love mine! My poor Suzukis😢

@Guvnarides 3 years ago (edited)

I was bend clipping yesterday. I have the same exhaust and air filter set-up and it really is a fun bike. Getting the weight down and the revs up makes a big difference. I've seen a lot of videos of people noodling around on these and missing the best of what it can do with a little "spirited" riding..oh and the knobs we're out here too! 🍻😉