Reviews of Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

Had a bit of hassle to get my variant, the wait was well worth it. Riding wise it is a pure pleasure. With the new updates on the bs6 variant, the motorcycle has become even better in every way. The list of pros and cons in my opinion:
Pros:
Cost and performance ratio can match no other
Great economy for such a heavy and powerful motor
Can be used as a daily commuter too
Great for long rides
Cons:
Instrumentation can be more modernized
Bulbs instead of LEDs
Tubed tire instead of tubeless(would appreciate if tubeless variant was optional)

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Buying... Good Riding... Great Performance.... At 100...120 with 4000/5000 rpm 28..31 kmpl. Service cost around 2300. 2450 rs regular service minimal maintenance. Pros.. Everything mentioned above. Cons... Seat.. Speedometer.. Fuel gauge switch gears must be more advanced. Need led headlight. Need led indicator.

About the Reviewer

Amazing torque. Flattered by everything offered on this beast.Value for money.Great retro looks.Superb paint job.Overall the best package.Best ever by royal enfield. Am not a fan of re but after this bike, re would rewrite history in biking.Zero vibration.Sexy looks.Love to ride it anytime.Cons: wish it had tubeless tyres.

About the Reviewer

I am a proud owner of interceptor 650 and i love the zip of interceptor 650 (ravishing red ).I already own a tb 500 cc and this is my second re bike. I am tall , heavy and 58 years old but my personal views is that interceptor is an amazing city bike ...It will zip through the city traffic and it is extremely easy to use and almost a no brainier to ride ..Just anyone can ride this bike . Gear shift , handling , power under your seat and over all ride experience of this bike is sure to bring in a smile at your face ...Interceptor is also amazing on high ways and i would like to recommend all buyers of interceptor 650 that Not to go above 60 km / hour till the first 500 km Its very important that all riders follow this universal rule ...Especially for interceptor 650 cc. Happy riding and stay safe !!

About the Reviewer

I booked my int 650 in rudraa motors chennai last 16 august 2019. i got my int 650 17sept 2019. first service 700 km 4th October only oil change cost 2.7k service done in rooster motors pondicherry. excellent handling, performance and pickup except mileage. my first ride chennai to virudhachalam my home town 220km speed not exceed 60-80km after my first service. pondicherry to namakkal to virudhachalam around 450kms. speed 80-100kmph wow solo driving experience really superb. this is my second bike from royal enfield family 1.gunmetal grey 350cc 2.interceptor 650 silver.

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Amazing Machine, been using it for around 3 years here's my opinion
But the part where this machine shines is your first riding experience. The engine will make you fall for it, it loves everything
Looks good, but rust is an issue at some parts where quality lacks
Performance is something you will not be disappointed. Still, if you are, then can experiment with a ton of customization options including an S and S 865 cc big bore kit.
I personally have installed the NGK spark plug with wiring kit , Ohlins front suspension kit and RK Takasago brass chains
PROS
-Punchy engine
-Ton of customization options available in the market for the geeks
-Good for highway touring with some mods
CONS
-First and foremost -The front suspensions
-Limited tyre selection R18s
-No tubeless, Removing tyres is a real headache
-Wobbling needs time-to-time correction, till you change the rims
-Defective Fuel meter
To the reader who is thinking to buy it and is looking everywhere on the internet for Int650 info, Go for it, buddy.I was one of them and I do not regret my decision of buying.

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Worst quality. chassis broke within 6 months.
service center guys refuse to replace the chassis as it has a saddle. how come a touring bike can go for rides without a saddle?
And the company doesn’t have that.
Next comes the battery issues.
The battery is not getting charged.
Replaced with a new one and the very next day it was dead again.
Hats off to RE service
They even don’t know what the problem is.

About the Reviewer

i bought this bike in sreehitha bike zone ashok nagar chennai look wise this bike is good and performance i don't know because bike clutch cable not fitted properly and screws nuts bolts fittings not in correct position so beware of this and think twice before buying this one.

About the Reviewer

I have owned the bike for around a year now and hence am in a fairly good position to review the bike. The ownership experience has been satisfactory. This boils down to the largely trouble free nature of the machine. It is well engineered and well put together. The reliability has been stellar and have not faced any glitches except for a fogging instrument console. I raised it with HSR Services (authorized dealer for RE) and their team got it replaced in a day. No questions asked. Overall the positives of the bike would include a creamy smooth twin cylinder motor with oodles of torque everywhere. Its an under stressed motor and hence doesn't produce mind boggling power but runs cool and calm. The fantastic chassis and stability at high speed are also noteworthy. Brakes are powerful although they lack feel and feedback at the levers. The cost of servicing has been low, roughly around 3k and the quality of service has been good too. Coming to the negatives, I believe the suspension is of the budget category with not enough rebound damping and they bottom out very soon. The headlight throw could have been better as well although the spread is good. The tank range isn't too much (approx. 200-230kms) and that could have been larger. The Pirelli tyres have excellent grip on dry roads and okayish on wet roads. The fuel efficiency roughly ranges between 20-28km/l which I think is not bad considering the size of the motor. Overall I feel this is the best offering in the 3 lakh rupees category. Highly recommended.

About the Reviewer

Had a bit of hassle to get my variant, the wait was well worth it. Riding wise it is a pure pleasure. With the new updates on the bs6 variant, the motorcycle has become even better in every way. The list of pros and cons in my opinion:
Pros:
Cost and performance ratio can match no other
Great economy for such a heavy and powerful motor
Can be used as a daily commuter too
Great for long rides
Cons:
Instrumentation can be more modernized
Bulbs instead of LEDs
Tubed tire instead of tubeless(would appreciate if tubeless variant was optional)

About the Reviewer

Buying... Good Riding... Great Performance.... At 100...120 with 4000/5000 rpm 28..31 kmpl. Service cost around 2300. 2450 rs regular service minimal maintenance. Pros.. Everything mentioned above. Cons... Seat.. Speedometer.. Fuel gauge switch gears must be more advanced. Need led headlight. Need led indicator.

About the Reviewer

Amazing torque. Flattered by everything offered on this beast.Value for money.Great retro looks.Superb paint job.Overall the best package.Best ever by royal enfield. Am not a fan of re but after this bike, re would rewrite history in biking.Zero vibration.Sexy looks.Love to ride it anytime.Cons: wish it had tubeless tyres.

About the Reviewer

I am a proud owner of interceptor 650 and i love the zip of interceptor 650 (ravishing red ).I already own a tb 500 cc and this is my second re bike. I am tall , heavy and 58 years old but my personal views is that interceptor is an amazing city bike ...It will zip through the city traffic and it is extremely easy to use and almost a no brainier to ride ..Just anyone can ride this bike . Gear shift , handling , power under your seat and over all ride experience of this bike is sure to bring in a smile at your face ...Interceptor is also amazing on high ways and i would like to recommend all buyers of interceptor 650 that Not to go above 60 km / hour till the first 500 km Its very important that all riders follow this universal rule ...Especially for interceptor 650 cc. Happy riding and stay safe !!

About the Reviewer

I booked my int 650 in rudraa motors chennai last 16 august 2019. i got my int 650 17sept 2019. first service 700 km 4th October only oil change cost 2.7k service done in rooster motors pondicherry. excellent handling, performance and pickup except mileage. my first ride chennai to virudhachalam my home town 220km speed not exceed 60-80km after my first service. pondicherry to namakkal to virudhachalam around 450kms. speed 80-100kmph wow solo driving experience really superb. this is my second bike from royal enfield family 1.gunmetal grey 350cc 2.interceptor 650 silver.

About the Reviewer

Amazing Machine, been using it for around 3 years here's my opinion
But the part where this machine shines is your first riding experience. The engine will make you fall for it, it loves everything
Looks good, but rust is an issue at some parts where quality lacks
Performance is something you will not be disappointed. Still, if you are, then can experiment with a ton of customization options including an S and S 865 cc big bore kit.
I personally have installed the NGK spark plug with wiring kit , Ohlins front suspension kit and RK Takasago brass chains
PROS
-Punchy engine
-Ton of customization options available in the market for the geeks
-Good for highway touring with some mods
CONS
-First and foremost -The front suspensions
-Limited tyre selection R18s
-No tubeless, Removing tyres is a real headache
-Wobbling needs time-to-time correction, till you change the rims
-Defective Fuel meter
To the reader who is thinking to buy it and is looking everywhere on the internet for Int650 info, Go for it, buddy.I was one of them and I do not regret my decision of buying.

About the Reviewer

Worst quality. chassis broke within 6 months.
service center guys refuse to replace the chassis as it has a saddle. how come a touring bike can go for rides without a saddle?
And the company doesn’t have that.
Next comes the battery issues.
The battery is not getting charged.
Replaced with a new one and the very next day it was dead again.
Hats off to RE service
They even don’t know what the problem is.

About the Reviewer

i bought this bike in sreehitha bike zone ashok nagar chennai look wise this bike is good and performance i don't know because bike clutch cable not fitted properly and screws nuts bolts fittings not in correct position so beware of this and think twice before buying this one.

About the Reviewer

I have owned the bike for around a year now and hence am in a fairly good position to review the bike. The ownership experience has been satisfactory. This boils down to the largely trouble free nature of the machine. It is well engineered and well put together. The reliability has been stellar and have not faced any glitches except for a fogging instrument console. I raised it with HSR Services (authorized dealer for RE) and their team got it replaced in a day. No questions asked. Overall the positives of the bike would include a creamy smooth twin cylinder motor with oodles of torque everywhere. Its an under stressed motor and hence doesn't produce mind boggling power but runs cool and calm. The fantastic chassis and stability at high speed are also noteworthy. Brakes are powerful although they lack feel and feedback at the levers. The cost of servicing has been low, roughly around 3k and the quality of service has been good too. Coming to the negatives, I believe the suspension is of the budget category with not enough rebound damping and they bottom out very soon. The headlight throw could have been better as well although the spread is good. The tank range isn't too much (approx. 200-230kms) and that could have been larger. The Pirelli tyres have excellent grip on dry roads and okayish on wet roads. The fuel efficiency roughly ranges between 20-28km/l which I think is not bad considering the size of the motor. Overall I feel this is the best offering in the 3 lakh rupees category. Highly recommended.

About the Reviewer

Had a bit of hassle to get my variant, the wait was well worth it. Riding wise it is a pure pleasure. With the new updates on the bs6 variant, the motorcycle has become even better in every way. The list of pros and cons in my opinion:
Pros:
Cost and performance ratio can match no other
Great economy for such a heavy and powerful motor
Can be used as a daily commuter too
Great for long rides
Cons:
Instrumentation can be more modernized
Bulbs instead of LEDs
Tubed tire instead of tubeless(would appreciate if tubeless variant was optional)

About the Reviewer

Buying... Good Riding... Great Performance.... At 100...120 with 4000/5000 rpm 28..31 kmpl. Service cost around 2300. 2450 rs regular service minimal maintenance. Pros.. Everything mentioned above. Cons... Seat.. Speedometer.. Fuel gauge switch gears must be more advanced. Need led headlight. Need led indicator.

About the Reviewer

Amazing torque. Flattered by everything offered on this beast.Value for money.Great retro looks.Superb paint job.Overall the best package.Best ever by royal enfield. Am not a fan of re but after this bike, re would rewrite history in biking.Zero vibration.Sexy looks.Love to ride it anytime.Cons: wish it had tubeless tyres.

About the Reviewer

I am a proud owner of interceptor 650 and i love the zip of interceptor 650 (ravishing red ).I already own a tb 500 cc and this is my second re bike. I am tall , heavy and 58 years old but my personal views is that interceptor is an amazing city bike ...It will zip through the city traffic and it is extremely easy to use and almost a no brainier to ride ..Just anyone can ride this bike . Gear shift , handling , power under your seat and over all ride experience of this bike is sure to bring in a smile at your face ...Interceptor is also amazing on high ways and i would like to recommend all buyers of interceptor 650 that Not to go above 60 km / hour till the first 500 km Its very important that all riders follow this universal rule ...Especially for interceptor 650 cc. Happy riding and stay safe !!

About the Reviewer

I booked my int 650 in rudraa motors chennai last 16 august 2019. i got my int 650 17sept 2019. first service 700 km 4th October only oil change cost 2.7k service done in rooster motors pondicherry. excellent handling, performance and pickup except mileage. my first ride chennai to virudhachalam my home town 220km speed not exceed 60-80km after my first service. pondicherry to namakkal to virudhachalam around 450kms. speed 80-100kmph wow solo driving experience really superb. this is my second bike from royal enfield family 1.gunmetal grey 350cc 2.interceptor 650 silver.

About the Reviewer

Amazing Machine, been using it for around 3 years here's my opinion
But the part where this machine shines is your first riding experience. The engine will make you fall for it, it loves everything
Looks good, but rust is an issue at some parts where quality lacks
Performance is something you will not be disappointed. Still, if you are, then can experiment with a ton of customization options including an S and S 865 cc big bore kit.
I personally have installed the NGK spark plug with wiring kit , Ohlins front suspension kit and RK Takasago brass chains
PROS
-Punchy engine
-Ton of customization options available in the market for the geeks
-Good for highway touring with some mods
CONS
-First and foremost -The front suspensions
-Limited tyre selection R18s
-No tubeless, Removing tyres is a real headache
-Wobbling needs time-to-time correction, till you change the rims
-Defective Fuel meter
To the reader who is thinking to buy it and is looking everywhere on the internet for Int650 info, Go for it, buddy.I was one of them and I do not regret my decision of buying.

About the Reviewer

Worst quality. chassis broke within 6 months.
service center guys refuse to replace the chassis as it has a saddle. how come a touring bike can go for rides without a saddle?
And the company doesn’t have that.
Next comes the battery issues.
The battery is not getting charged.
Replaced with a new one and the very next day it was dead again.
Hats off to RE service
They even don’t know what the problem is.

About the Reviewer

i bought this bike in sreehitha bike zone ashok nagar chennai look wise this bike is good and performance i don't know because bike clutch cable not fitted properly and screws nuts bolts fittings not in correct position so beware of this and think twice before buying this one.

About the Reviewer

I have owned the bike for around a year now and hence am in a fairly good position to review the bike. The ownership experience has been satisfactory. This boils down to the largely trouble free nature of the machine. It is well engineered and well put together. The reliability has been stellar and have not faced any glitches except for a fogging instrument console. I raised it with HSR Services (authorized dealer for RE) and their team got it replaced in a day. No questions asked. Overall the positives of the bike would include a creamy smooth twin cylinder motor with oodles of torque everywhere. Its an under stressed motor and hence doesn't produce mind boggling power but runs cool and calm. The fantastic chassis and stability at high speed are also noteworthy. Brakes are powerful although they lack feel and feedback at the levers. The cost of servicing has been low, roughly around 3k and the quality of service has been good too. Coming to the negatives, I believe the suspension is of the budget category with not enough rebound damping and they bottom out very soon. The headlight throw could have been better as well although the spread is good. The tank range isn't too much (approx. 200-230kms) and that could have been larger. The Pirelli tyres have excellent grip on dry roads and okayish on wet roads. The fuel efficiency roughly ranges between 20-28km/l which I think is not bad considering the size of the motor. Overall I feel this is the best offering in the 3 lakh rupees category. Highly recommended.

About the Reviewer