Hi! Glad you like it. I had a TBTS some years ago and the Meteor handles much better than the TBTS and Thunderbirds. Best wishes. Regards.

Yes it is. Best wishes. Cheers!

Glad you liked it. Cheers!

Hi! Thanks for your kind words. Regards.

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Glad you liked it!

Thank you so much. Cheers!

Thanks for sharing your experience.

Thank you. Cheers!

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It may work. I haven't tried that yet.

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Hi! Let me test that and get back in a couple of days to be sure. Cheers!

My reference is more to the Himalayan mid size screens. Tall and short are manageable.

Thanks! Glad that you enjoyed it.

@@bigbearbangalore . Interesting isn't it, 2500km of test rides and possible test ride abuse and yet it can still impress you🤔. So much for Royal Enfield's views of running in

@@julianrose810 I am not a fan of serious by the book running-in. I choose to ride free rather than babying the engine. Also, neither do I push the engine to the redline right away. It has worked for me for decades.

Good choice. Cheers!

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Hi! Midsized (upto 5’10”) pillion riders can travel in comfort on the Meteor. The seat cushion is one of the best I have sat on. Like to hear from you post the test ride whenever that may be. Cheers!

@@bigbearbangalore Thank you for the feedback. That’s very reassuring. Hopefully I will get a test ride in the next 3-4 weeks. I’ll let you know how I get on.

Hi. To each their own riding posture. The cruiser is a relaxed position. Straight back, no need to grab tank, relaxed hands, leaning back a little. However when riding hard you'll need to lean forward a bit. Cheers!

@@bigbearbangalore Thanks for your valuable input!

Don't know about touring handle for Meteor. Full windscreen is ok.

All right. Consider the RE touring seats too. Cheers!

@@bigbearbangalore sure sir. Now am going to the RE showroom for the front visior installation. Will try the touring seats too. Thank you for yoir precious reply🥰

Thank you. I used RE touring seat on my Interceptor and now use it on my Himalayan. They work well for me and likely will for you too. Cheers!

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Namaskara! I do not have a definitive answer now to the specific reliability question. The fact is that Honda is a world leader in quality and quantity. I suggest that you test ride both on the same route for at least 10 kms back to back to understand what works for you. Both are very different motorcycles. So, it’s you who must choose what suits you best. Cheers!

Hi! They are very different machines for the rider. The cost, the performance, the mileage are all different. So it’s your call on what you are looking for. When it comes to good highway comfort then the Meteor is better. For the pillion I suggest you take a test ride with your wife as pillion on both the motorcycles and let her be the one to choose the one that provides better pillion comfort. Cheers!

@@bigbearbangalore thank you sir. Will do that.. waise dil says interceptor :)

Hi! I don’t think it will feel cramped. I am 5’9” and I was quite comfortable. Thanks!

@@bigbearbangalore Thank you for your very helpful reply.

Hi! Glad you liked the video. Thanks. The Meteor and Interceptor are very different machines in price to performance to posture. I suggest that you ride both to get a full understanding. That said, I would go for the Interceptor any day because of its superior performance and usability. Cheers!

Interceptor test ride booked for this weekend. Great channel with some of the most informative content I have found on KZfaq. Cheers

Clean disc and pads with brake cleaner and scrubbing pad.

Hahaha! All in good time. Best wishes. Cheers!

Thanks. Lemme see if I can get a hold of an old Bullet. Will be interesting to review that. Regards.

@@bigbearbangalore Yes thank you. I just want to see classic way of yours on that vintage beast. Thanks for the ackowledge.

@@bigbearbangalore helo sir I have a 92 ci bullet based out Bangalore .it would be really awesome if you review the old beast in your own style ..pls think abt it sir 🙏

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Hi! I had to ride on the loose surface road to get back home else it would have been a long way back if I had to turn around. 😊 And that was some piece of hay that the bike picked up and was dragged along, no dog fortunately!! 😀

This is a magnetic tank bag, not a tank cover. And this specific design and model is not available in India. Regards.

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Hello. Get it checked for the power lag you say you feel.

Hi! This is a test ride motorcycle. I have not bought one yet. Regards.

Hi! The main differences are in riding posture, power and price. Ride both on the same route to get a direct back to back comparison. And ride at least 10 km each. Personally I prefer the power of the Inty. But the Meteor is super comfortable to ride. Cheers!

@@bigbearbangalore thank you so much sir

@@bigbearbangalore meteor 650 is on its way

Hi! No it is not. Cheers!

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Hi! The two motorcycles are very different to each other. It’s a personal taste and preference. My choice would be the Himalayan because it is more versatile and has a wider band of usage when it comes to the type of roads that it can handle. Cheers!

It is a full face helmet that I am using. Cheers!

@@bigbearbangalore can you compare the comfort, weight, feel and other features of the various helmets you have used in your videos? Which one would you recommend fir the meteor? Also are those expensive AGV helmets as good as their high price seem to suggest?

​@@shyamfootprints972 Investing in a good helmet and taking good care of it has benefits for sure. The internals will be durable & washable and they retain shape and functionality and safety for many years. I have used several brands of helmets and the last 12 years I have used a Nolan, an X-Lite and now use an Arai. I find them very comfortable and very durable compared to any other budget helmet. Mind you, helmets are a huge topic and sometimes controversial discussing them. Since I mostly ride adventure and touring motorcycles I prefer adventure helmets. I currently use an Arai XD4. For the Meteor cruiser I suggest that you consider a full face with a built-in sun visor, removable & washable linings, pinlock compatible visor (anti-fogging), with good air vents and with a D-ring strap. And if budget permits buy a Helmet that's made in Japan, Italy or Korea or from other developed nations. AGV has a range from 12k to 40k and the lower budget helmets are made in China while most of the expensive models are made in Italy. HJC is also a good budget brand. The helmet in this video is a Nexx Muddy Hog full face. Its light and compact but the drawback is its got a small field of vision and a fixed visor that can just open just an inch. But I love it for its light weight. I think its about 1200 gms. Cheers!

Thanks. Am yet to find a solution for the hard rear.

Hi! I think it could be about 33-35 kmpl.

Top secret!! 😀 Actually, we just look up Google maps, look for hills and lakes and go searching. Sometimes it works out and sometimes it does not. 😊 This was near Avalabetta.

Avalabetta.

Hi! Yes I found it stiff too when I rode it when the motorcycle was new. And now it has run close to 3,000, the rear has softened out and is better. Cheers!

@@bigbearbangalore oh ... But if the suspension has softened after 3000kms..... Then say after 10k kms it will sag a lot... 🙄

Suspensions soften up more initially and then the drop off is very slow. Besides it is at its softest setting now, so if it sags more then it can be adjusted. Regards.

@@bigbearbangalore cool... I did not get much time with the meteor... However your input is appreciated and accepted 🙏

Its six step adjustable bro

Ok, next time. Thanks!

Badge of re touching my knee .i m 6 ft and owned one

I am 5’9”. I don’t know how it would suit someone of your height. From what I have heard taller riders are quite comfortable too. Cheers!

Bro get the fireball variant

@@pravashmishra5044 is it causing any problem?

As per ur riding style.for me i ride by hugging the tank like sport bike so causing lot of problem but if u ride in relax position not gripping the tank with ur thighs then not so much problem still if u choose fireball variant then it better as per me

This near Avalabetta.

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Avalabetta.

Congrats. It's OK. I hope you've taken a test ride.

@@bigbearbangalore no test ride sir one of my friend was having it he said it is comfortable for long rides is height is 5.9feet

Please test ride and know for yourself.

I got 33 kmpl on this ride. Thanks.

Bhaskar! :-)

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Feels allright and feels like it's close to it's maximum performance.

@@bigbearbangalore any vibration feels while at top speed?

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Hi! I did cover the mileage at 10:13 in the video. It was very brief, hence you may have missed it. Next time I shall share such important info for longer duration so that more can see it. I got 33.3 KMPL on this ride. Cheers!

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Am sorry I use a regular mobile and a budget GoPro. I will keep your feedback in mind when I am ready to buy better equipment sometime in the future. Thanks.