As always pure gold content🔥 Sir try to make a video on ur bikes, how many bike u've owned till now and how to take care and maintain multiple bikes...if possible This would be great from ur point of view

Guys lets tag RE and its CEO on Twitter to watch this video and let him answer our [problems

This panel of riders definitely deserves a place in the Royal Enfield design team. I wish RE media team is watching this and inclined to respect the critics and their heartfelt suggestion.

My main complaint is that it's raining today and I can't ride my Interceptor ;-)

Very valid points...I myself is a int650 owner from April 2019 and have faced all these issues as highlighted in this video...👍👍

You are guys absolutely right, RE must take feedback from riders for what problems they face during the ride but they don't and it's a big mistake made by RE, But you guys are hopes of new beginning riders ,thank you so much guys 👍💐 I had Electra 350 RE & I love my bike 🤩

this conversation was really required dudes ...... hope RE will wake up to us rider's requirements and logically plan upgrades.

Glad you guys got together and brought some of these points to light. I cant say i agree with everything you all said but, education, training and the ability to troubleshoot issues for the service center is a must and the alloys should definitely have been out by now. I am in the ncr region and it is frustrating that my local service center does not deliver the level of knowledge and expertise i expect. They need to understand that it is a premium bike and the owner is passionate and attached to it. The chalta hai attitude needs to be fixed!!

Your video absolutely made my weekend. I genuinely want to thank the HOST for his time and energy to bring such incredibly real world knowledge oriented videos always. God bless you and all our subscribers!

Meteor is product from RE because of Honda Highness... or else RE would be still cheating it’s customers...the day when Honda makes a Highness 650 twins, RE will think upgrading its 650s

Great content, can relate with most of the issues brought up by you. I wish RE is listening!

The best video I saw in the last two years. Truly all my issues. I can feel it literally 🙏😔

Very well put together issue in RE twin. RE should address all the issues raised by happinessperkm team. Specially, that warranty void issue..

I was itching for someone to discuss this - i am so relieved. Well done

Loved the use cases guys! absolutely agree with all the pointers, kudos. so relatable. Someone had to say this about the customer service situation.

The alloy wheels are like "VIKAS' promised but never came.

Love this content. Hit the nail right on the head. I have been putting off buying an RE for years now because RE has always cut corners in terms of quality and practicality. The warranty void issue is so real that you can't even upgrade but ironically they encourage the custom builders to do it but not their customers. The tube tires are just a crime on this motorcycle and such heavy exhausts and so wide?

Excellent discussion..loved it..guys keep coming with such chats..superb..

Nice analysis....your concepts are too good...you guys deserve more reach.....

A very simple suggestion to RE & all the other manufacturers is to employ Service Advisors who have ‘technical/mechanical background’ so that they have a sound understanding of what can be an actual problem.

Fabulous content. Really hope someone from RE is watching this.👍👍👍

It's a brilliant episode, I always love the content of the channel, those real world problems are very real , BUT Manufacturer should acknowledge them and address it in there coming upgrades. Point made on warty void , so typical , In Bangalore I faced the problem when we had the handlebar risers , Perhaps we taken out the risers, but still are not able to solve friend will wobbling issue.

Sitting with the riders and sorting out issues gets my thumbs up!

I just started watching motorcycle content and by far your content is the most refined.

Amazing video. Deserve so much more sub

To all the gentlemen, you are giving out true value through your videos. Hats off!! This is the most discussed topic between any REtwin enthusiasts, but such gem of a discussion was truely needed. I hope it will reach to the required people in RE for everyone's sake. And again, please keep it up with such content and we are already happy and blessed to be witnessing this. Also, how Ashish is so deeply involved with his motorcycle is a gold standard for any biker! You have given us hope sir. 😊 Cheers! ✌🏻

Exact same issues being faced by me … thanks for putting them out .. i wish they solve the wobbling issue … it is a safety concern

Great content...you guys have explained most of the issues we face in RE Twins...I too have this twin and trying to sortout issues by educating the service executives by explaining them how to address the issues, how to troubleshoot the bike...even how to handle the bike when they repair the bikes...they are handling the bikes very carelessly... sometimes they even make some scratches too and giving a stupid reason usually this happens in service sir..RE should improve a lot to give a quality and damage free service for their bikes

Top notch quality content. The issues were summed up and put together in a very understandable manner. Hope RE addresses these issues at the earliest. Anyways Great job guys....Liked and Subscribed! Looking forward for more videos

Really Thanq for putting out these points 🙏 . RE must see this video and start working on it. If these problem are being shorted out then RE 's 650 twins are the only Indian bike which we Indan are proud of . Thank you ❤️

Guys, great job of sharing this VOC, I sincerely hope RE pays attention. I have plans of getting myself an Interceptor sometime in the future but was disheartened recently (I understand it's subjective) to see that the new bikes are all coming with black mudguards and rims, except Orange Crush. Having grown-up, learnt to ride in the 90's, I have a fondness for silver/chrome mudguards and rims and I wish RE makes them available for the twins atleast as optional add-ons through their MIY scheme.

the right video people want about these bikes. You guys are doing a great job. A basic LED headlight is still missing you don't get a DRL and there can be more such points which RE should include.

Guuuys I have a GT . Im 6ft 1inch tall . I find all your cons against the GT trivial. Its a CAFE , its more of a purest bike. I don't need all that bells and whistles crap. I love this Bike . Headlight you can change easily enough. If you want to improve the GT Give me full liter version other than that leave it alone !!!

GT650 isn’t a touring bike. 2 mins on it and one can know it. i love the engine of the twins. but my needs are for a comfortable cruiser and meteor350 fits it perfectly. no doubt the engine isn’t powerful enough for me. but i can live with that. i would upgrade (not withstanding the increase in EMI ) if meteor comes with 650 engine

Thank you for making this video and hope someone in Eicher motors team is listening 🙏

Really a good discussion and very needed too. If RE really cares about their customer's. They need to answer for this or may come with the solutions..

This video not only brings out the problems in the 650 twins but also some fundamental problems in the RE marketing strategy. There is complete absence of "market research". I did realize this in my recent visit to an RE outlet. The Interceptor 650 is definitely the bike of my choice but the problems that come alongwith it are surely a deterrent. As a result, I have put my purchase on hold as of now ! Thank you guys for putting all of this together and please do strongly voice these concerns to the RE team. I just hope they get the fixes done and do justice to this classic beauty.

Absolutely wonderful discussion, I first request RE to come up with alloy wheels...as it would be very difficult to handle during any punctures.

The rant about the handlebar aside(since that is not forced upon you and is your choice which one to buy) , great points . RE should take note.

Meaningful content, i definitely expect some good changes like tubeless tires, rear foot pegs position, bright head lights and good service very soon as i want to buy Interceptor.

totally agree, but i changed all the Halogen lights to LED, installed Simtack Hazard flasher, installed MadDog Aux lights & did many more things no warranty issue to mee till now..

Just amazing the way you guys convey things ❤️

One of the best discussion I came across. Knowledgeable riders.

1st one minute of this Video was eye catching.. 👌.. they were almost standing still like statue.. Awesome.. Direction apart.. Very well explained the differences RE doing with these bikes.. please update them RE.. please listen to them..

Sir, I own INTI-650 for 5 months with 4200 odd km on odo, it's a dream bike ride to date, but all negatives you ppl discussed is very minor issues. So clearly it means no issues on the engine, chassis, ride and parts so its definitely a good build right, so let's not be all negative about the bike or company but some issues like the customer support, knowledge of service engineer and some on electrical switches, tyre and headlight is very easy to fix which company may find a solution at the earliest for their own good I feel. This is my personal small understanding of RE service which is bad definitely at Mysuru and bike on the whole.

Extremely knowledgeable and meaningful discussion ..just loved it..great job

Sir thanx for taking stand and please follow up with them and make sure upgrade specialy led light come

Very well put together ... I am proud owner of interceptor..!! But definitely needs to update on many fronts ...don’t mind paying little extra but want to see updates!

Ashish - you are a marketeer, me as a sales guy - Joh bik Raha hai, why change it - change will increase the price - sales may drop - my boss shall start flogging my arse for numbers (now he just hits it with a scale) - jokes apart - the common funda that is the norm is - IF IT IS SELLING, DO NOT FIX IT!! - You know it, I know it (we have spent some years together) - on the other hand - I liked the comment on the modding part - its a fantastic option - RE should have had all the possible mods available at their showroom to mod the bike - are the deaf not to hear the cash registers clanging!! We all know margins on accessories is huge - just imagine, ex showroom cost 2.5L, average mod cost per bike sold 30K (just a figure / could be much higher if managed well) - Sid Lal would go deaf as the cash registers would be making so much noise!!!

Exactly the issues I am facing. There's no hazard on option in this 3.5 lakh rupee machine. I'm 25 and really love the classic machines, I'm okay with spokes and halogens. But why they didn't change that bloody hell uncomfortable seat in the new version. And also at night, when I stay roadside, I really miss the hazard.

Such an honest review/video. Truly Royal Enfield needs to do something good with their flagship

Worth the full time watch content sir's. Everything covered haha, particularly upgrade is coming in different form of colours - it's cool.

I guess the root problems wrt warranty issues is at the ASC end, and not actually at the company level... claiming 'warranty issues' is probably the easiest way to shirk away from troublesome additional work!

All the issues discussed/faced are absolutely legitimate, the rider who spends so much would not hesitate to pay a little more to get these issues sorted (if it's about the money)..! Ashish is so articulate about the small niggles affecting the reputation of such a great machine, hope Siddhartha Lal is listening..!!!

Correctly pointed out.. And there are other problems like faulty fuel meter, awkward positioning of front and pillion footpegs, smaller capacity of the battery, tyre wobble, list seems endless.. Hope RE listens..

You guys really brought up the real world issues 👍 keep up the good work

I always wanted to be a rider but never did, thanks to my rockstar brother, Ashish Bahl, I'm living it. This is a brilliant episode. Way to go brother and many many more rides for you.❤️ I'm now understanding the bikes better. Thank you happiness perkm, may you keep shining and riding. God bless.

This discussion was important and justifies right from beginning till end..I also think the same way but not just with RE , unfortunately other manufacturers both 2&4 wheeler are also neglecting customers & customers loyal to a particular brand or model and their feedback or expectations are gradually becoming unimportant to manufacturers. Upgrades bring hope but RE has disappointed us all atleast with regards to utility. Newer Colors options no big deal. Brighter illumination, wobbling issues and better seats are what needs to be addressed first and foremost !

That is called a true and open discussion. Your video is awesome 👏

Absolutely Pure content.... Unfortunately there are still few more technical issues for example The electronic sensors, Fuel cap seal, Throttle cables, etc etc...!! The point is, i request to explore more issues and discuss it through this platform. Thank you ❤️

These are absolutely spot on issues that kept me away from RE twins. I guess brand complacency and incompetency at ASC level is what needs to be looked upon by RE as a manufacturer. I hope they learn a little from such in-depth , head-on and honest points raised by Ashish and other before its too late. The RE twins are good but they deserve to be one of the best . Cheers to happinessperkm for yet another fabulous and informative discussion.

I was interested in hearing real problems. But sadly, I have to say I think the points made in this video while quite valid, were more specifically personal gripes and complaints that don’t really reflect the quality of the bike what so ever. I don’t think a bike is lower quality due to tube tyres, or that the bike is any less because doesn’t include the new Tripper pod. Or that the tyres are wider or narrower. Or that you buy a cafe racer but complain about the comfort, but blame the name of it being misleading. I’ll agree a GT should be comfortable. But it’s not difficult to see that this GT would not be comfortable. I’m sorry, but this feels like a bunch of guys just having a big sook.

right said guys, we need to put these issue to light...

Real valuable stuff. Eye opening for someone who really wanna upgrade his motorcycle/passion...to next level. Keeping aside the design... hard to listen the invaluable service for a high value machine...

I am facing the front end wobbling issue which starts at a speed of 60km/hr. and is prominent up to 80 km/hr. on my int. One more point I like to put is knowledge of the sales team at showroom. I have seen some of them don’t know the difference between Gt touring seat and int touring seat.

Starting with good part, I got call from RE R&D department the call duration was more than 1 Hour, they asked me everything about my experience of GT and what I would like to have in the machine, moving to bad part, then 2021 variants came and nothing was new/improved except colors! Really!!!! I do not aligned with personal issues of Shreyansh and Mr. Berry (no offense brothers 🙏) they are confused, buying a cafe racer and trying to do long tours... sorry, it's not RE issue. GT is intended for short rides, if your rear and shoulders are strong please take it to tour and not complained about it 😉

Have been using tvs apache 180 for past 5 years. Initially it took time to be habituated on the motorcycle. Did minor changes on seating cushion for long tour. In last 5 years, got very good support from tvs Service center. Every time I go for servicing, after 2 days, I recieve call from tvs regards to servicing. If I am not satisfied, they call the bike back to service center and do whatever is required. No unnecessary expenditure, no push sales. Yes, the bike has its own flaws, but service center support is really great and covers things up.

By far the best video made on RE TWINS ever!

Great discussion guys. Thank you. I had to take my Interceptor in to fix an electrical problem (temperamental starting) and it needed a new relay. I have made several modifications and this didn’t raise an eyebrow in regards to voiding the warranty. Not sure if there are different warranty safeguards in the UK though.

Inspite of new colour options in 2021 RE should have atleast given us tubeless tires

Was intending to get myself an int650 as soon as the lockdown ends but this has made me put my plans on hold..guess I'll have to be patient and wait for the upgrades if at all it is coming..as for the wheel, I hate alloys on motorcycles though it may have its numerous advantages..and especially for a retro bike like the int, alloys are a total no no..and i wish they would give the option to opt for chrome wheels instead of the blacked out rims..

The warranty rule in Europe and other foreign markets for twins is way more lenient. Moreover, the only way a foreign market consumer can void the warranty, if there is any change in regards to chassis/structure and the engine. The company is not at all transparent, there are potential buyers for this bike, who have booked it in the month of November 2020, still haven't got the delivery, i booked it in Feb'21. No word yet from the manufacturer, except the word from Sales rep "sir, the production itself has not started". RE has restricted its production line upto 2 - 3 models for a Quarter/ half. Their strategy is very opaque, think about it from pune they have about 10 + showrooms with atleast 20 -25 bookings(10k each) from each showroom, think about the interest they have earned for a Quarter. The fact that, these bikes are made to order and RE's aspiration to become a segment leader are two conflicting thoughts. Plus the pandemic lockdowns, soon rainy season will start. No point of taking the bike then. Planning to cancel the booking and wait for the new actual updated iteration.

One like for the comment " Upgrade is coming in different colors " Seriously I was waiting for at least the Tripper to be included

While i feel there are some valid complains here.. the beauty of Royal Enfield bikes have always been its easy customisations. You can slapped on any piece of gears and it would still looks good. Why would any company change something if it is selling so well ?

mere pass sunset strip color hai usme clutch wire ke upar rust spot hai fir tanks pe handlebar ke niche tank ke edges pe hai fir saree gaurd pe bhi 1-2 spots hai kya karna chaiye help

Int 650: Clutch cable/action is crunchy, mine had a new petrol tank as there were smears in the lacquer, seat is rock hard, rider foot peg position is strange. Needs to be 60 bhp.

No one from RE called me back till date to understand my problem. One call I get is Sir your Service is due for Bullet 350 cc. There are no dedicated technicians or properly trained mechanics for Interceptor or GT 650.

Their area manager is not knowing anything. Their serv cntr mechanics has zero knowledge. Lots lots more. I m very well screwed by area manager nd service centre. I have decided to sell this bike. I had lots of worst exp.

i have a int650.. i faced issue with side stand sensor.. motorcycle starts when it is neutral as you put it in any gear it shuts down and won't start.. you cannot cutoff side stand sensor circuit. you cannot fix it on the go. Had to tow the bike and take it to the service center ..very frustrating experience..

Im still waiting to get the issues fixed from RE which r discussed above from last 1 yr....once done will surely buy one.

Important video. Hope @royal enfield you watch this and understand what the riders are trying to say. We love the twins but please fix the issues please. It will make the twins even more awesome

RE guys just don't care to be listening to the riders it seems . i own a classic 500 desert storm bs4 and it has a plastic body fuel pump , it's nozzel keeps on breaking and its a common issue in bs4 500s . They seems to have forgotten this bike as it is out of production . without proper feedback its just a matter of time that their output(the bikes) will be out of 'caliberation' withought them knowing it. that will choke this brand to its grave.(i feel light now )..sighs. Still love this brand for waht it 'was'.

Absolutely true whatever these guys said!! Its high time re u take a look at ur service stations

First time at this channel ,but this is purely content and there are speaking the truth ,I hope royal Enfield sees this and considers it

There's a Need of JD POWERS Customer Satisfaction Survey for Bikes/2Wheelers as Well like the Cars . . 🤗

To each , his own . I personally love my gt 650 ,. It is one of the sexiest bikes in the whole world .

I'm spanish & don't understand what you say. Which are the issues/ problems this bike has? Thank you.

nice stuff ! Re: Warranty I have slip-on exhausts on my int650, got into problems with the sensors and engine going off they fixed it without creating warranty issues !

I'm going to hold off the buy till I see some real upgrades !

i see that meteor is only upgraded with all features is simply because of the competition in 350cc segment - CB 350 , jawa . The 650 twins surely will get too ...soon

I bought the interceptor 650 in baker express as my first bike this year (I'm 20 years of age). I'm in love with 95 percent of what this motorcycle offers, but the negligence and lack of brotherhood from the so called "RE Family" is most definitely felt. I've been wanting a seat upgrade ever since I crossed 1.5k, and the lights are so dim that I've ended up putting a Harley Davidson 7 inchers so that I can atleast see where I'm going at night. With no exaggeration do I say, I were were to ride with thee factory headlights, I'd avoid paths without streetlights. This being said, I'm still glad I didn't choose something like a ktm (most common amongst my peers and my entire generation to be fair) But, the bike needs roughly a lakh of upgrades before one can call it a phenomenal piece of machinery.

Wonderful and educative session. The bottom line for me as a RE Interceptor 650 owner from this discussion is - "RE Doesn't listen" to its customers. Its a great bike but RE system does not respect its customers as much as it should. Not just the company, even their brand showrooms and workshops don't want to listen to us. The attitude is like they know everything and customers are only there to take it from them. For example, I have a problem with the cams at speeds above 100 KPMH but the service centre keeps saying that there is no issue. They just don't want to look into it or they fear warranty might bite them. I really don't have a issue with posture, seating, etc which many complain as I bought the bike with the awareness of these factors. What bugs me about RE is that their showroom staff is either not equipped to handle technical issues or they simply don't want to spend time on a bike to fix real tech issues we customers face.

Left side of the engine creates noise more than the right side.. i really observed on some bikes and also on mine bs4 model. And front forks also creates Annoying noise on going through rough road patches ans also on every potholes

I own Avenger 220, 2014 model. It's a bit sad that avenger is overlooked by you people, I know that it is a smaller engine and can't outperform these mid range bikes. But when it's about covering kilometers, it is a great machine. I have covered 36000 km on this and it has covered 800 km in a day on some of my trips. It would be great if you can cover this segment also, people should know about this too.

Additionally, In the Interceptor 650 the foot pegs are just below the rider... so in stand still condition of traffic the pegs scratch through the calf of the rider!! Very nice video ... Hope RE listens to the riders feedback

Yup absolutely my bike is running because of rohit kaushik, and nitin.. bhot are very very helpful and have fixed many issues in my interceptor... and I saw your bike being there with the same complain that it doesn't go beyond 130ish..

RE make a engine keep adding new colours ..flog the horse till ita dead....then when people are super irritated on a update launch one new colour again....anyways I too own a twin..it's a fantastic bike...but completely agree on all the issues you bought out...at times it feels like complete stupidity on part of RE to not include such simple updates which .makes life more comfortable..And ups the ownership experience..they always don't go the full way always and always fall short it's always 98 percent never 100....goes for all models bhai paisa kamao..but take care of the community which has made RE what it is today

Royal Enfield. I had a Gt 650 for 2 years, I got the handlebars changed. There wasn't any problem with the engine as it was a twin however there were no upgrades and had so much problem with the gear liver. I am in such a relief now after selling it. 😁😁😁😁😁

I have alloy wheels. Warranty has been honoured when I had a wiring issue. Not sure if they will honour warranty when I take my bike in for the wobbling issue.

Which windshield is on the black interceptor? Is it a direct fit on re plate. @happinessperkm