The Royal Enfield Classic 500 | The Final Bastian of the Old School

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I test out the Royal Enfield Classic 500. Built from 2008 until 2020, this is the last of the genuinely old school motorcycles.
Air cooled, manual choke, kick start and post war styling. It does not get more characterful than this!
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@edthecaferacer132 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Freddie What an iconic Motorcycle the 500cc Engine has been in production since 1927 all but some changes over the years and the Bullitt was born in 1932 and in dealers showrooms in 1933

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this history, I’ve learnt a lot here🙂👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

@highlandrab19 2 жыл бұрын

The engine was entirely redesigned with an internal balancer in 1983 and again in the early 2000's and turned to unit construction for the 08 model year.

@turboslag 2 жыл бұрын

The classic 500 engine is a completely different design to the original 500 Bullet engine. It is unit construction and shares no components at all. It is a relatively modern design but has a heavy crank, long stroke and pushrod operated valves. So, slow reving but with good torque. It is also electronic fuel injection with an ecu controlling that and the electronic ignition. They are pretty strangled as they come from the factory, because emissions and sound. With an ecu cheater and less restrictive exhaust they are even more enjoyable.

@FATBOY692011 2 жыл бұрын

@@highlandrab19 the engine shares no working parts with the old Bullet. They only share a bore/stroke ratio. No balancer shaft either. This is a unit construction engine so gearbox integral with the engine casting. The new 350 in the Meteor has a balancer shaft and overhead cam as opposed to the overhead valves on the UCE Bullet and Classic 500.

@prakashusha3006 Жыл бұрын

It's 2022 and we still believe that. I do kick start my bike all the time

@bivekdebnath 2 жыл бұрын

We used to have a saying "If you can't kickstart an Enfield , you don't deserve an Enfield" , kickstarting an Enfield was the epitome of manliness

@Sajid4423 2 жыл бұрын

Those were the old models in which you have to adjust the ampere before kickstarting it and the brakes are in the opposite side.

@nikhilbhardwaj2725 2 жыл бұрын

🔥🔥🔥

@deepak247813 2 жыл бұрын

I brought an enfield bullet 350 in 2021 and opted to not have selfstart and kept only the kick start.

@ravenxrgaming4672 2 жыл бұрын

@Slavery is Freedom, War is Peace nope the woman has the manliness lol

@Johnny-sj9sj 2 жыл бұрын

It also helps when your battery is completely flat, and last week in the March cold my 500 started third kick no problem. I love my 500 Pegasus! It’s my third Royal Enfield, the others being 350 bullets during the 60s. My other bike is a 1983 Harley Ironhead, which is really nice, but the Enfield always, always works! PS: You don’t have to be a muscled lump to kickstart this bike, in fact, you can actually crank the kickstart by hand. It ain’t going to break your arm, or chuck you over the bars when you use your leg, the approved method obviously!

@lradmclovin9 2 жыл бұрын

I’m in Australia, I bought this bike as my treat for getting my first job out of uni. Im a mechanical engineer and this was my way to “stay in touch with old school mechanics”. No tractions control, no computers, everything I can fix myself, perfect. When I took it for a test ride I knew straight away it was the one. I was laughing the whole ride. The way it bumps along is truly just a lot of fun.

@sirgalah561 2 жыл бұрын

No computer??? If its the fuel injected model, it'll have an ECU..

@lunsmann 2 жыл бұрын

@@sirgalah561 - it has a manual choke - thats a hint that it's an analog bike. Carbs, not EFI.

@bernardlesperance742 2 жыл бұрын

@@sirgalah561 Carburetor, no EFI. And kick start to boot !

@FATBOY692011 2 жыл бұрын

It's not a choke, it's a fast idle control. Helps to warm the engine when cold. I can also confirm that the bike is 100% efi. Indian 350 version of this bike came with carburettors the 500 never had them in any market.

@hrishikeshkartha2118 2 жыл бұрын

@@FATBOY692011 lmao , the 500's started having EFI's only from 2017, the 500cc has been in production WAY before , i had a 2009 machismo 500 with a carb , i still have a 350cc with a 500cc's carb in it .

@richardbarry1360 2 жыл бұрын

I have a RE classic 500, and you hit the nail on the head. I’ve had Honda’s, Kawasaki’s, Suzuki’s and even triumph. Not one of those bikes have made me as happy as my Royal Enfield. I know it has faults and I know it’s only 27hp but I don’t care, when you ride it it brings you back down to earth in such a calm way and you remember why you started riding in the first place. This bike has such a big personality, I love it.

@sirgalah561 2 жыл бұрын

Spot on with your comment.. Riding my RE C500 it takes me back 30 odd years to when I was riding my old Honda CB125N... No electric start - bare bones basic bike... I love my bike I even called it "Emily" M.L.E like the rifle - Magazine Lee Enfield...

@Johnny-sj9sj 2 жыл бұрын

@@sirgalah561 Ha ha! Couldn’t agree with you guys more. Love my 500 Pegasus to bits and I’m going to ride it until I die! 🇬🇧🤡

@umangdave111 2 жыл бұрын

Samd feeling here Richard 👍

@stephenpopick8923 2 жыл бұрын

My wife saw an Enfield on the road and thought "That bike is pretty." and that was the end of our discussion on whether I could get a motorcycle. We got one the next weekend. Love it. Perfect city rider for commuting and short fun rides.

@bb-ballistics1706 Жыл бұрын

As a man who has owned over 80 bikes in 13 years. From 50cc to 1700cc. I fully agree. The bullet/classics have something all other bikes don't.

@allthegearnoidea.3 2 жыл бұрын

I live in Brisbane, Australia. I am so proud to have a classic 500. I drive it at 110kph 40km to work very often. I can’t say I’ve noticed the vibrations. I have however put a 19t front end sprocket in it though to lower the Revs the bikes putting out. I am obsessed with this bike. I’m in two minds. Do I ride it every day until the day comes that it will inevitably die. Or do I cherish the bike and take it out just every now and then knowing that once this bike is dead I can’t go buy another 500. This bike was the best motoring decision I have made. I really am so happy to own it.

@tyagimayank1 2 жыл бұрын

Mate Ride it as much as your heart desire. This bike is so common in India you can always get all the spare parts & accessories shipped to Brisbane, and they are not very expensive. It's so simple that with a little help from KZfaq you can fix it yourself. Just ride safe as damage to body is a bit difficult to fix.

@ca.goutamsharma6545 2 жыл бұрын

Keep using it as much as you can, it really has long life.. It's very often to spot classic models of 40-50 years age

@user-jn7bq8wh1e 2 жыл бұрын

use it on weekends n when u feel u need to clear ur head...on a long lone road trip

@shawvivs 2 жыл бұрын

RE's are like curious case of Benjamin Button, it's gets younger everyday 😅😅

@Angry_Indian24 2 жыл бұрын

Ride it everyday to work, this bike has a life span of 25-30 years.

@bitey6709 Жыл бұрын

In Australia, I was riding mine the other day taking the long slow way through the international diplomatic area when an elderly gentleman wearing what appeared to me to be traditional Indian garb and taking his regular walk , stopped in his tracks to watch and listen to me pass. Watching in my mirror he didn't move whilst in sight. It just made that ride, for me, extra special .

@Talksense87 Жыл бұрын

RE is an emotion for Indians.

@sirgalah561 11 ай бұрын

I have the Desert Storm.. I get loads of Indian people come over and chat with me about the bike..

@manishrout1 10 ай бұрын

As an Indian motor bike means only Royal Enfield .

@msdolly6101981 2 жыл бұрын

My dad had bullet when I was a kid, father daughter used to go for long drives , me sitting on the fuel tank😀 brings back so many memories 🙂

@blackmamba9950 Жыл бұрын

That's a fun story we all can relate. sitting on the fuel tank without any worry in the world 😆

@parthodas4583 2 жыл бұрын

Your enthusiasm for the Classic 500 is amazing. Recently bought a used Classic 500 and the fun it has is unexplainable. Used my friend's Classic 500 few times, but having one at your garage is a different feeling. The thump it has is music to ears. Cruise at 85-90kmph and enjoy the scenes. The best part is, my little angel needs 3 rides a day on Classic. She calls it Boom Boom. 😂😂😂

@FATBOY692011 2 жыл бұрын

I bought my Classic 500 new in December 2019, before I even had my licence. Due to all the lockdown restrictions I wasn't able to get my test done until the end of August 2021. Can you imagine how frustrating that was...However I used the time wisely and the bike was customised to my taste, engine bars, sump guard, spotlights changes to the exhaust and rear suspension. Since passing my test I've racked up over 3000 miles on the bike, which I call HG Wells as it's my time machine. It's never let me down and always provokes conversation wherever I go. You can chuck it into corners with ease and that noise is glorious. Not a bike for selling on, I have a BMW F800ST which is fast but soulless. It has no name.

@neosmith166 2 жыл бұрын

You sir, can become an author. Loved the last line. "It's fast but soulless. It has no name."

@FATBOY692011 2 жыл бұрын

@@neosmith166 very kind of you. Thank you.

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

I loved this; I used this on my podcast episode this morning!🙂🙌🏻🙌🏻

@sidempire1069 2 жыл бұрын

@@FATBOY692011 i have always commented that soul thing on every royal Enfield video or post

@sirgalah561 2 жыл бұрын

I called my RE Classic 500 "Emily" (M.L.E. - Magazine Lee Enfield) - apparently soldiers in WW1 used to call their Lee Enfield rifles Emily, so I though if its "Built Like a Gun" it can be named after one as well... I also own a BMW F650GS.. I've owned it for 12 years now.. I called it "Herman" (Herman the German).. Ive already started modifying my RE.. I changed the standard bars for the trials bike bars so I can sit a bit more upright, I've taken off the pillion seat and replaced it with a rack, I took off the pillion pegs too (don't need 'em), and have fitted the canvas pannier bags.. I've ordered from Hitchcocks a "peashooter" muffler and a single skin header pipe, and I'll fit a DNA air filter when the exhaust eventually arrives (its been on order for 4 months)... I like the fact that no matter where you stand (in front, back, or side on) it says on the bike everywhere "Royal Enfield" how many other bikes do that..

@philroberts5537 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. I have to say in my 43 years of riding bikes. I too have done the big bike, fast bike thing. However my perceived wisdom , for what it’s worth , is that what’s really important is smiles per mile. I had a bullet 500 for 8 years , I regretfully sold it as I wanted , and still love, an interceptor and I did not have the secure storage space to keep both. You are right about reliability and comfort at higher speeds but the sheer joy of riding the Bullet kept me smiling all the way. Sure long cross country journeys , in the UK took longer. With journeys I could do in 4 or 5 hours on a bigger bike taking me all day or even overnight. That just added to the adventure. It used to breakdown three or four times every thousand miles , but with basic tools in my panniers I fixed it by the side of the road every time. Spare parts are so incredibly cheap and readily available in the UK or by post from India. I have also been lucky enough to holiday in India on several occasions , where I have hired an Enfield for about £40 per week . It is an absolute pleasure to stay in a culture where motorcycles are part of everyday life and are universally used. I would urge anyone to try this . Kind regards Phil.

@fernandomagalhaes2957 2 жыл бұрын

I confirm entirely what you said, word by word, and I share your enthusiasm by this machine. I ride for 50 years every kind of bikes in north Portugal and Spain. I owned 16 till the day, since 1968. Now i have a 2018 (euro 4) Battle Green Classic 500 with 27000km, ( not modified) bought used with 10000km. I had a few simple problems; the worst and most expensive one was a fuel pump. After these years I dont feel bored, tired, or wanting to have any different sensorial experiences with any other bikes. It fulfills my most deep aspirations concerning motorcicles. From time to time i have some kind of temptations related with Harley , Moto Guzzi or other Royal Enfield new models as an eventual second bike. But I think that none of them is as rational as the Classic 500 to own , so tasty and so comunicative as it is. I think i would always loose something essential if I swaped it, for example the kickstarter , the thump and the sound, even with the stock exhaust. It is deliciously slow and I feel so secure and relaxed as in a high tech machine. Why more tech if those things do not mean different pleasures nor more intense or continuous happyness?

@gishnugnair6497 2 жыл бұрын

Yes👍🙌🕉️

@fernandomagalhaes2957 Жыл бұрын

@Ramu Deliciously slow is a flaw; not high tech is a flaw; being a rational bike, a tasty one (vibrating) and being comunicative are perhaps flaws to you. I refered I had a few simple problems, as the fuel pump. Are you realy convinced that I am a fan old boy? Read it again.

@fernandomagalhaes2957 Жыл бұрын

I'm affraid you don't reach some kinds of subtle reasonements from the sensitivity domain. Not about affections or emotions.

@Kim76851 2 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to thank Monica for the great camera work. It really makes the videos so much better.

@monikameraki 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Kim! This means a lot 😊🙏 Have a lovely day ☕️

@SVSky Жыл бұрын

@Suryanshsharma03 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Freddie I’m from India and I recently bought classic 350 reborn (it’s new generation) and it’s moreee funn more rhythmic . It has meteor engine , semi - digital instrument cluster , no kick😩, dual channel abs , duel disc breaks , meteor’s chassis and much more but now it’s the perfect mixture of vintage and modern bike . “Made like gun .. goes like bullet “ 😉 Anddd It’s my daily driver , I’m a college student and here in India people love these Enfields here they have there own identity there known status. In almost 1.5 months I’ve clocked around 900 kms on this . Top notch handling 💯 definitely addicted to dug dug sound it makes .

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

A fantastic insight, thank you for sharing this Suryansh! I used this insight on my podcast episode this morning🙂🤜🏼🤛🏼

@theshaikhayaan 2 жыл бұрын

I have some problems with the new classic, I own a classic 2017, and a thunderbird 2014, they got the old school feel I am afraid the 2022 variants don't have that

@thodore1 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely loving mine, a 2017 classic 500 in Montreal, Canada, under pretty intense weather but with all the fun ! 9000km now, I'm 23yo and I would not want any other bike. + Everyone loves it

@MsArjun1111 2 жыл бұрын

Took one of these on a tour of south India a while back, Mine had an ammeter on the binnacle and the electric start was quite temperamental. The person who rented me the bike told me it took 2 kicks to start the bike. ( Now I can’t vouch for the theory behind it, but it worked) The first ‘kick’ should be gentle to put the ammeter needle slightly on the negative side, the next kick should be normal and the bike started right away. Cheers.

@arseniojr.hernandez1683 2 жыл бұрын

Good day Freddie. What is that background guitar sounds.?? I love it Hope you reply. Thanks.!

@Wingedmechanic 2 жыл бұрын

Pull the decomp lever, Some pumping to centre the crank to BDC and one, just one firm kick. It should fire right away.

@MG-kz9ig 2 жыл бұрын

Correct

@RajKumar-gv9ej 6 ай бұрын

Positive side not negative

@TheMissendenFlyer 2 жыл бұрын

Lovin' your enthusiasm as ever Freddie! - and I couldn't agree with you more on the Classic 500, bags of character, brilliant looking - but get the Classic 350 which is better in every way....nice to see that sunshine again!! All the best to you and Monika....

@tro_de_bac 2 жыл бұрын

Hi guys from a big fun of you both. Happy to hear what I always felt, motorcycling is something else. Not just electronics and horse power. Happy new owner of a Classic 350 here.

@user-sw2lv3zp6o 2 жыл бұрын

I'd rather have the 500, Flyer. But maybe they'll bring a new one out.

@PotNanny 2 жыл бұрын

Nah, get the 500. The 350 just looks, the 500 is...

@JohnTanner61 2 жыл бұрын

Big mistake not having a kickstart tho!!!

@Thorkell64 2 жыл бұрын

@@user-sw2lv3zp6o I’d think that, with the improvements RE have made with the 350 engine, then suely, they’ll be looking into developing a modern engined version if the 500cc classic. Maybe next year. Imagine what a monster that would be!!! Would be a game changer that!! Would have To have a kick start though, and maybe emmence touring cruising caperbelities..

@Whatreally123 2 жыл бұрын

I own a Classic 500 Stealth Black, same what's shown in this video. The Meteor and the new Classic 350 are amazingly smooth but there's something about the 500 which is unmatched. The "character" is something unique to this. I've travelled across India on this and I wouldn't trade it for anything else.

@joecamel6835 2 жыл бұрын

Was there a lot of poop in the roads ?

@Whatreally123 2 жыл бұрын

@@joecamel6835 not sure if you're being racist. But I'll give you the benefit of the doubt and say no Indian roads don't have poop. Not sure where you would've got that idea. Western representation of India is plain wrong. Of course places where there is a lot of population density will be dirty which is the case with any city/country in the world.

@sangamb8429 2 жыл бұрын

@@joecamel6835 so much less than streets of newyork😂😂

@williamnethercott4364 Жыл бұрын

@@joecamel6835 I've only travelled a little in India but the thing that struck me most was the way that people politely collaborated to keep the traffic moving. Some of the roads weren't great but no worse than here in the UK. On the other hand, the coastal road south from Chennai was very good and very scenic.

@greyriddance64 2 жыл бұрын

This was my dream bike! I will never own one, but would gladly test it one day. It's not a luxury toy, as you said, but an indian motorcycle, meant to be affordable and reliable. This is why I love it. There are plenty of videos showing Royal Enfields doing pretty much anything in India. Thanks for the review!

@fangan4770 11 ай бұрын

Why will you never own one? They are affordable and more fun than any modern racing bike.

@piccalillipit9211 Жыл бұрын

Im 52 - Ive not ridden a bike since I was a kid - riding stuff like this in the quarries at the back of the house. They were knackered old 60's and 70's road bikes we stuck knobbly tires on and had FUN. I SOOOOOOO want one of these - or the 350

@peterwillis4239 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Freddie, I love my RE Classic Chrome 500, Purchased brand new in March 2021. Although they finished production of the Bullet 500 in March 2020, the Indian factories had to slow down production or close due to COVID. Hence my 500 was manufactured in October/November 2020(according to the date stickers all over the bike!) and available to buy new at a UK dealer in March with a 21 plate!! It seems to have been put together with some different bits left on the shelves, namely it has trials tyres and I'm convinced the rear mudguard is the dark green colour option rather than the black and chrome it should be!! Never mind that, I love it, it has so much character. As you say it's great down the lanes. I haven't taken it on a motorway yet as I'm still having to 'run' it in for the first 1200 miles! Not a process you have ever had to do, with a car or bike Freddie!! 😂 Great videos. Thanks very much, keep them rolling. Regards to Monica.

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

This is BRILLIANT!!🤣🤣 I don’t know why your description of your Classic 500 makes me want one more!!

@chrisvredenbregt5952 2 жыл бұрын

Every time that I ride it my whole body enjoys it and I always take the longest route home on my classic 500 2020

@hymavathy17 2 жыл бұрын

I was waiting for this . Another excellent video from you and Monica. You did justice, in explaining about the character of the bike. I am from India , living in UK. I have fond memories of seeing this beauty in Indian country side. In cities, Bullets are widely used. And also, it gives me silly happiness to say that the royal Enfield bikes are made from Chennai (Madras) that's where I am from.

@russcattell955i 2 жыл бұрын

On my bucket list is to tour The Western Ghats on a Enfield with my wife on the pillion.

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Hymavathy! I do love the fact RE are very proudly built in India; they fly the flag for 🇮🇳 so well!🙌🏻🙌🏻

@kjkunte 2 жыл бұрын

@@russcattell955i the best time would be from September to February.. late mansoon to winter

@cravatenoire3269 2 жыл бұрын

wish I saw more of our beloved brothers from Chennai Riding them REs on the windward side of these Tropical Ghats known as The Home of The Mountains ( Mala Naadu ) aka KERALA. You know whose country it is ;)

@markymarknj 2 жыл бұрын

Freddie, as a Meteor 350 owner and Royal Enfield fan, I'd like to comment. One, the Classic 500 holds its value very well. There was one for sale at Quaker City Motorsport in Philadelphia, PA here in the US. It was a 2018 whose mileage was in the five figures. They were asking $7,000 US for it, or $2,000 more than when it was NEW! It sold quickly; it's no longer on the dealer website. As for the 349cc J series engine, it is a GEM! I say that as someone with previous experience with thumpers. I had a 1982 Honda FT500 Ascot, and man, that thing vibrated like crazy. After an hour or so on it, I was tired; I was ready to call it a day. OTOH, the Meteor's engine is so smooth that I can do a few hours on the bike. I like my Meteor so much that I'm tempted to get a Classic 350 when it becomes available here. Oh and BTW, the Classic 350, even in the top shelf Chrome Red/Bronze, is STILL less expensive than that used Classic 500 was... :) Oh, and have you heard of the new Meteor Effect? It's true! There's a new phenomenon known as the Meteor Effect. When one guy gets a Meteor 350, an acquaintance of the new Meteor 350 owner will get one too. I got a Fireball Yellow that I love. My fellow, retired neighbor across the street was envious; he said that I'd gotten the bike he wanted. A week or so later, what did I see, but my neighbor pulling in on his new Stellar Red Meteor 350. That's the Meteor Effect!

@theoffroadexecutive 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid Freddie - and as for the owner experience you asked for: Turning 50 this year, I now look back on 22 years of riding and owning a wide range of bikes, up to 1800cc, or up to 150+ hp, up to 50k Euros price tag - amongst my current 4 bikes, it is the humblest, cheapest and smallest, that never fails to put the biggest smile on my face with each ride: my Bullet, the Classic 500 called „The Helicopter“….

@tryarunm Жыл бұрын

Don't tell me! You call it The Helicopter because of the engine rhythm at 25 mph!

@Plentisaki 2 жыл бұрын

Bought my Classic 500 new in 2015. Covered 24000 miles now, including 2 trips to the West Country (I live in Kent). I wouldn't sell or change her for anything else! Changes I've made....Hitchcocks bottle exhaust, smaller indicators, Lucas style rear light, Halcyon bar end mirrors and a brown leather pan seat from India. Always draws a crowd when I park up. I love her! Also, had no problems with bad vibrations at motorway speeds around 65mph. Great review mate! 👍

@martinwhite9816 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Freddie, I've owned a classic 500 for a couple of months now, and it is almost the perfect bike for where I live (Isle of Wight). Totally agree with what you said about it, I own a meteor as well and yes, that does ride more smoothly and the build quality is arguably better, but I cant help but love the 500.

@diksh777 2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated work ❤️lots of love from india 🇮🇳🙏 these bikes are real deal in Himalayas 7000-10000 feet above sea level ❤️

@flatcapcaferacer Жыл бұрын

One of the bikes I have had for the last six years is a 2017 Royal Enfield Classic Chome 500 and I totally agree with you with your enthusiasm. You can take most anywhere but maybe at 50 to 55 mph. I do have more powerful and sophisticated machines but the Royal Enfield is special in a good way.

@FelipeDT Жыл бұрын

Eu sou do Brasil, e esse vídeo me emocionou, porque você falou exatamente o que senti quando pilotei pela primeira vez a minha Classic 500. Eu tinha uma Harley também. Vendi ela ao me dar conta que só queira andar na Royal Enfield.

@neilmclennan7191 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, I like seeing other people enjoying the classicness of the classic. I have a gun metal grey 500 I bought a year ago. I ride it to work every day unless the weather is bad. It's a 30km commute half on country roads and main road. 100 kmh is a good speed to cruise at now that the motor has loosened up a bit, but 80kmh is definitely more comfortable and enjoyable. It's well suited to taking your time and appreciating the moment. It takes you back in time to a simpler time, but without the worry of braking down and constant maintenance. I've done about 5000ks, had two services and it is running perfect. I made a luggage carrier and racks to hang a couple of army bags on as panniers which work and look great. I get a lot of complements and people checking it out. It's the first bike I've bought new and was careful to not over rev it in the run in period. I will keep this bike for the rest of my life and one of my sons will carry on riding it I'm sure. Probably my youngest, he is a biker like me.

@johnnybgood7812 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love your infectious enthusiasm Freddie. I’ve got the new a classic 350 and I’m just blown away by it. Fabulous fun that I never want to get off!

@wota_thekalakar3792 7 ай бұрын

Brother you have the enthusiasm of a kid while demonstarting and explaining things of the RE and youre just good as a poet while describing the fun

@philmgreen 2 жыл бұрын

I used to have the 2002 Bullet 500 . It was a kickstart only bike. It was Athena Grey. I loved that bike. But I sold it and kept my more practical bike at the time. Sometimes I wish I still had it. It was pure pleasure to ride. And you almost never went to get gas without someone asking about the bike,or seeing the gleam in an old gentleman’s eyes as he told stories of his youth on a motorcycle. You don’t just own a Royal Enfield,you experience a Royal Enfield.

@akashrana4003 2 жыл бұрын

Please do a review of the new classic reborn and how it compares to the old models.loving your videos man and the accent , great cinematography 🍻

@YDallDay 2 жыл бұрын

Bhaiii

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

This bike (Classic 350) is THE bike I want to test next- I’ll do all I can to find one while I’m here in Tenerife🙂👌🏻🏍

@Joseph2010MK 2 жыл бұрын

@@FreddieDobbs YES! Looking forward to that video.Will you compare it to the Meteor and the Classic 500?

@aravindkumar3454 2 жыл бұрын

New classic looks awful brodha and feels are also compromised👎👎👎

@elioth745 2 жыл бұрын

@@FreddieDobbs yep I want to see a comparison between new 350(the engine pushes more in comparison to the old models) and the 500. The mash 400 is really tempting me cause it's lighter and has 27 hp

@alistairnicholas 2 жыл бұрын

Great review of a great bike, Freddie. I have been riding motorcycles for 40 years and bought myself a Royal Enfield 500 Classic in 2019. Based in Sydney, Australia, I absolutely love it and ride it wherever and whenever I can. I have put around 10,000 kms on it in the three years I've had it and it is still going strong. A great workhorse of a machine and, as you noted, a lot of fun to ride. And I often start it with the kick-start just for the pure joy of remembering what motorcycling was about back in the day - it's also a good work out on a cold winter's morning.

@ShahimCalicut 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love these. story time: These were the workhorses of the himalayan mountains before the Himalayan came along (They still are to some extent). If you land in any town in the foothills of the Himalayan mountains, you will see a lot of guys heading up on REs, full loaded and in style. You can also rent one pretty much everywhere. 3 years ago me and some of my friends rented 2 Bullet 500s (same engine) and 3 Himalayans and rode it through Sikkim(Eastern part of Himalayas). The bullets were absolute workhorses. They were fitted with these huge side carriers and we loaded up bags of 5 people on each bike. so the himmys took a pillion and the Bullets took the luggage. I chose to be one of the Bullet riders. The torque on this makes easy (but slow) work of the steep mountains even with all that load. It just pulls up steep climbs and hairpin bends like a tractor. And the thump is just 😘. That exhaust note still rings in my ears when I think of the Mountains. I def want to own one someday just for the memories. PS: you have to visit the himalayas someday to really experience the "dug dug" life.

@Quizling 2 жыл бұрын

I'm in India and I've ridden an Enfield for more than 30 years. I still have a Bullet 350 of 1990 vintage (with the brake and gear levers on the 'wrong' side) but I recently augmented my garage with a used Classic 500. I picked it up for the equivalent of £1000. It looks lovely in the Desert Storm (khaki) livery. I'm so happy with it that I've made it my display pic. As you said it's not particularly fast, but then 50 mph is the fastest one can safely ride on Indian roads - whether it's interstate highways or country lanes. And the torque is so addictive.

@stephennewell6628 2 жыл бұрын

Another great 21 mins to start my rainy Sunday! L Love the 1940’s styling of RE and I am besotted by the new 350 Classic, I can see it in my garage soon next to my GS as the lazy weekend bike of choice to cruise around the Lake District where I live. The new 350 just looks unbelievably good in the red chrome version, with all the charm of the 500 but without the drawbacks, what’s not to love! Just got to convince the management! Thanks as ever Freddie and Monica for your fab channel.

@johnnybgood7812 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve got the chrome/red 350 and live near Brampton, Cumbria. It’s like they made it for our roads. Get one, you will NOT regret it!

@FATBOY692011 2 жыл бұрын

It looks better in the flesh, so to speak, than pictures and videos depict. If I didn't have my Classic 500 then I would definitely have one. I'm frantically pestering my wife to go for her licence so she can have one and I can have a shot or two. I don't think you would be dissapointed if you got one. I was talking to the folks from Holywood Service Station in Dumfries who are the official agents in that area. They confirmed to me a rumour I heard last week that they had forty bikes going out the door. That's a lot of metal and a real testament to the brand.

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

The Classic 350 is now the number one new bike I’d considering buying😍🏍👌🏻

@stephennewell6628 2 жыл бұрын

I think it would suit you perfectly, It is just so good looking! If you do I will!!

@elioth745 2 жыл бұрын

@@johnnybgood7812 how do you compare it to the 500? Is it too slow and low torque?

@stevobadmoonster 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review as always Freddie! I tested the Classic 500 two months ago and absolutely fell in love with it! Thing is, in Malaysia the Classic 500 costs USD 10,250 otr. A new importer is bringing in the new Classic 350 for USD 6,250 before roadtax and insurance. So I'm waiting to test that before I decide on a new Classic 350 or a used Classic 500.

@fishivlogs8821 10 ай бұрын

Not sure how many times I have watched this video but honestly the connection i have with this bike is something which will last forever my life. And trust me freddie when i say this there is no one else other than you who has been able to express the feeling and glory one could feel riding this beautiful machine. When ever i miss this bike I end up watching this video again and again and its just makes me go back to those days when I had this beautiful machine with me

@rhinorex47 2 жыл бұрын

I have been riding this Classic Stealth black 500 for 3 years now, Till this day I get amazed by its beauty and sometimes I just stand near it and look at it while feeling proud about me owning this timeless beauty.

@themoog3889 2 жыл бұрын

As always things are invented , they get to the point where they are right and then we carry on going too far with it , look back and realise that we'd sorted it waaaaaay back ! A bit like razors ! We had the cuthroat razor then developed the DE razor to perfection but then carried on putting on more blades , Aloe Vera strips , wobbly heads .....and now people have realised the DE razor was awesome and are now re-selling , go figure ! .....Great video !

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

So so true; completely agree!

@RANA-wi1je 2 жыл бұрын

In fact giving a kick start to this bike, itself is an art

@FlyingDarkLord 2 жыл бұрын

I loved this video & your amazing enthusiasm for the Enfield. It did make me chuckle that you were captivated by all the features our generation once hated about motorbikes when we were younger! 😄

@henryhartley9993 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one Freddie and Monika, i've been to India quite a few times and motorcycles are used for everything, classic 350/500s are everywhere with some showing incredibly high mileage, the owner of my favourite beach cafe had a 350 with over a hundred thousand miles on the clock...

@bentonbee1 Жыл бұрын

Wow Henry !

@beera802 Жыл бұрын

This has to be my favourite video of yours. The enthusiasm you have for this bike is contagious. I am sitting here 1000s of miles away and I was smiling ear to ear while watching the entire video.

@aparnabhat4023 2 жыл бұрын

Man is so excited...I'm from India I ride this bike everyday...trust me this bike has a character...

@andydudd577 Жыл бұрын

Somewhat late to the party, just watched the video, loved your enthusiasm and your right, Endfields are definately a left field type of bike, I've fancied owning one for about 30 years, but was always put of by the negitive stories, last year bored with my KTM daily ride, i decided to let heart overtake head and swapped it for a Bullet 500, not a classic, a old school 2006 bullet, what a revelation, SO relaxing, SO much fun, SO much a finger up to tech overload and modern day posin., By slowing down, taking the back roads, and embracing the basics, I'm feeling 18 again. I owned 8 bikes when i bought it, in a short while, I've only now got the one, it really is THAT much fun, and a life changer😁.....dos'nt add up does it!

@therawtraveller9593 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos, your enthusiasm, your attention to detail 🙌🏻 I really enjoy watching your videos 👌🏻

@HelbertLeite 2 жыл бұрын

I bought my RE classic 500 in March 2021 and I’ve never been happier as a motorcyclist in my life. It’s the perfect commuter as well as a travel companion if you’re not in a hurry, which is the proper way to ride if you care for your safety. It’s pure joy riding these bikes so much so I feel no need for upgrading. You were right. Every single moment in these bikes is unique and makes you feel alive. Great video BTW.

@nicksanders1966 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video Freddie and Monica, what a bike, what a setting perfect Royal Enfield and Tenerife keep up the good work.

@wltrlg 2 жыл бұрын

My favourite Sunday morning feel good entertainment! Nice one guys!

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!🙂🙌🏻

@jameshills4381 2 жыл бұрын

Freddie - great vid - I've owned a classic 500 for a couple of years now. Love it. It's the only bike I'd never consider selling. Just takes a little longer to get places as the "avoid motorways" option must be selected on Google maps 😀

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting. I genuinely cannot stop thinking about the Classic four days on! The key to a good time; motorways off and Classic ignition on🙂❤️🏍👌🏻

@jameshills4381 2 жыл бұрын

@@FreddieDobbs ever heard of the calimoto app? In my opinion it's a great motorcycle specific route planner/satnav that can plan twisty routes/round trips etc so you can easily avoid those motorways. If you haven't tried it, there is a free version and I would recommend it

@siddharthn.3839 2 жыл бұрын

I own a classic 350, back in my home in India. . I fell in love with the ride so much that just in 2 years I rode it nearly 30,000 Kms. . Am looking forward to buy the new generation classic here in the UK

@Nukki1993 2 жыл бұрын

I have that bike as my first bike and I admire your appreciation and enthusiasm explaining how you love this bike. Made me happy!

@kjaudio1 2 жыл бұрын

Freddie you are one of the finest reviewers I have ever come across in any industry or product category. Marvelous information delivery enhanced with a balanced temperament. Fantastic choice of music too.

@Tomahawkfalcone 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid, sold my 500 to get an interceptor biggest regret i had. Sold the interceptor now on the lookout for another 500. Best bike for smiles

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

So interesting, thank you for sharing!🙂🙌🏻

@grh6439 2 жыл бұрын

Love your motorcycle philosophy. It's spot on. I think the era of the £20k+ motorcycle is now tipping toward a basic is better or at least different. There is a growing realisation you can have as much or even more fun with 20hp as you can with 150hp. It's a lot cheaper too! The production values of your videos are excellent (thank you Monika) and I have been enjoying some of the musical sound track. Is it possible to have the discography in the description or in the closing credits? Thanks again.

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

I’m delighted you feel the same. I’ve now gone full circle and I genuinely, hand on heart believe these smaller machines are more fun than the 100hp+ bikes. Of course; I always include every song title in the written description of each video🙂👌🏻

@jeremyjs8863 2 жыл бұрын

These are great vids, really look forward to them. Thanks

@pabloriviello7737 2 жыл бұрын

The first time I watch a motorcycle review with the right helmet style. Thanks so much for that. You are a legend💪

@marcoamora1121 2 жыл бұрын

The sights in Tenerife never disappoint! Also, thank you for the subtitles! Its a very small thing but I personally enjoy watching videos with captions, and it really raises the experience for me.

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

I’m delighted you find the subtitles useful, Marco! Thank you for letting me know that they’re being used🙂

@stoneroses9350 2 жыл бұрын

This! As a non english speaker subtitles are very very helpful!

@roydengomes8660 Жыл бұрын

Looks like Thomas Tuchel is into motorcycling these days 😅 Jokes aside, I’m from India and the Royal Enfield is an iconic motorcycle here. A legend of sorts. It’s amazing to see how a brand like Royal Enfield can unite motorcycling enthusiasts around the world. 😊

@SanjaiKrishna-mm2eh Ай бұрын

its was a brtitish brand which was then bought by indians... not an idnian brand btw

@YourChessCoach81 2 жыл бұрын

One of my fav channels these days, great job!

@kenmason9354 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant enthusiasm, love the old school looks 👌

@MOTOUK1 2 жыл бұрын

Another epic video as always 👌 looks even better in the flesh! What a classic photo of your grandad, motorcycling is in your DNA. Love kickstarters! Hurt my shin a few times when young, oh the memories 😆 ok time to get up and have a coffee ☕️ 😉

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nick! That’s the first kick starter I’ve ever tried- it took me quite a long time to get the hang of it!😆. I’ll see you soon🙂☕️

@biker_dale 2 жыл бұрын

You could say 'the bike has kept true to the original', or you could say RE has 'never bothered to update it', but when something works why would you. Manufacturers have a compulsive need to update bikes each year, even to the point of ruining them, which is proven in part, by the second hand market for certain models, and your love for this bike. Great video 👍

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a very good point and I strongly agree!

@bb-ballistics1706 Жыл бұрын

That's because other brands have to complete with each other for bhp and specs. The royal Enfield doesn't have competition and doesn't care about power or tech. It's unique.

@megadirkske 2 жыл бұрын

I just love your enthousiasm !!!!

@Angry_Indian24 2 жыл бұрын

Thankyou for the upload Freddie 🙏🙏🙏

@jasonadams5187 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video and awesome content can’t wait for the next video Thank’s Freddie and Monika

@vasantsubramanian5796 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing the wonderful photo of your grandad. ❤️ Ride Safe.

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Vasant🙂

@MrFelipe8686 2 жыл бұрын

The enthusiasm with which you talk about motorcycles is so enthralling! You keep my love for motorcycles alive (not that I need much help 😂). Great video!

@kdmetal883 2 жыл бұрын

i have never ever seen any one putting a bike review like this..........with this degreeeeeeee of connect and love for the bike...............lot to learn from u bro...............amazing........first video of urs.......and now I'm ur subscriber for life...........keep the connect onnnnn

@billellis6538 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent vid, sums up Bullet riding perfectly. I have an iron block 500 (kick start only) which is my go to bike for relaxation and getting a silly grin on my face. No fuel injection, drum brakes, absolutely perfect for pottering around the back lanes during the summer months. Only issue with the newer ones is that they have muted the exhaust (I know legislation) to the point where it looks but does not sound quite like it should.

@ThingsForsaken 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah man. I have an 07' bullet 500 military w/sidecar. Last of the iron jugs. drum brakes. Neutral, key and switch on. let the batt amp needle do a jiggle, and drop the kickstart. Love it.

@johnrussell616 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Freddie. Your enthusiasm is infectious, especially for a metal mudguard!! It’s great to see you back in Tenerife, the scenery is fantastic as always. Thanks Monika.

@IamgMalik 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are gonna make me fall in love with bikes , great video !

@RayThackeray Жыл бұрын

This vid was superbly narrated and touched what is truly important in motorcycling.

@SuperDannyboy1974 2 жыл бұрын

Always love your videos Freddie especially on a Sunday over a coffee! I don’t think it’ll feel like summer until you get back to the UK and you are out and about in the English countryside! 😄👍🏻Cheers Dan

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dan, I’m really looking forward to it!🙂🇬🇧🤘🏻🤘🏻

@graw4868 2 жыл бұрын

At 4:35 you can see the ABS sensor rotor parallel with the front brake disc closer to the axle so it is ABS equiped - my RE Standard Bullet of 2019 was too. They do look nice, and I think my grandad had an RE in the 1930s, which was a rwason for getting one. I've sold mine now though and moved over to Triumph.

@TAYM 2 жыл бұрын

Another excellent video. So pleased you have found the beauty of the Classic 500.

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

I really have- I cannot stop thinking about it!❤️🏍

@darrellmeganfoxall8830 2 жыл бұрын

I've got a 2021 classic 500 and everything you say is true, make you so happy riding it.. Done 2500kms and still love riding it.. I'm from New Zealand and its right at home on ll the back roads..

@philedwards2679 2 жыл бұрын

It's a beautiful looking bike Freddie, Royal Enfield have nailed the classic/ retro look. After watching your video on the Meteor I took the demo bike for a ride at my local dealer and was so impressed I ordered one. Still waiting for it to arrive, seems to be taking forever 😕 Another great video as always Freddie 👍😀

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!!!😀🏍. I bet you cannot wait and are impatiently counting down the days!😆 Happy riding, Phil🤘🏻🤘🏻

@philedwards2679 2 жыл бұрын

@@FreddieDobbs Thanks Freddie 👍😀 it should arrive any day soon.

@happilyunsettled 2 жыл бұрын

gorgeous motorbike, love from India and proud owner of Royal enfield :)

@sanchitsinghiitg 2 жыл бұрын

Your energy is infectious

@simonchristie4117 2 жыл бұрын

Stunning bike! Great video guys 👍

@uthrus 2 жыл бұрын

The 500 Classic Chrome is my favorite; and I think most beautiful bike you could want...especially given the modest price tag!

@BassOutcast 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful video! From what I personally can tell, to the Indian rider, an Enfield is so much more than a means of transportation. They have plenty of 100-150cc bikes for commuting and good gas mileage. The Enfields, especially the classic/bullet 350, are seen as premium bikes for enthusiasts and tourers, a desire of many middle class riders. Though their prestige was a bit shaken by competition from the likes of Yamaha or KTM, they still hold a place akin to the one Harley holds in American culture.

@dsp2035 2 жыл бұрын

in India R E sold 64000 unit in a month of May 2022

@ihaveagoal4665 2 жыл бұрын

Bang on.... I'm from india and i can confirm what you said. Though RE is selling like hot cakes in india right now

@robertcostello9473 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this video , your living the dream. Definitely envious 😎🌞

@shnarfy 8 ай бұрын

I live in the Azores 9 Islands in the middle of the Atlantic part of Portugal. Just got back from Lisbon and bought a 2018 Classic 500 desert storm thanks to your video. Buddy was worried when I took it for a test ride for 30 mins. I smiled the whole time. Can't wait to explore all 9 Islands on her. Thanks for the great video love your work.

@pennsyltuckyden9823 Жыл бұрын

I feel like this might be the video that elevated you and Monica to a premium motorcycle review channel. Great job you guys, keep up the great work.

@balance3201 2 жыл бұрын

Have the military green 500.Had it 5 years , only problem is the vibration which sometimes makes things fall off. The biggest plus is the Kickstarter as my current battery keeps draining and I can still start it everytime. The more battered it gets the better it looks!

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

I desperately need a kickstart on my Bonneville! Kickstarters are genuinely useful👌🏻👌🏻 I LOVE bikes that look better with a bit of wear and tear and the Classic is the perfect bike for that rough look🤩🏍👌🏻

@pinkman228 2 жыл бұрын

They fixed the vibration in its new model

@darrengudgeon9730 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Freddie. Great piece again and glad to hear you love the classic 500. I have one of the very last tribute models in black and gold and i absolutely love it. I’ve had him now (Bernard) for just a year and covered only 200 miles and I’ve enjoyed every mile I’ve done. I live in the UK and i sell bikes for a living but i just love to go back to old school and have a tootle around the lanes. The classic 500 is just perfect!

@wave6413 2 жыл бұрын

Mate your delivery is infectious. Good show ol chap and toot and toodaloo.

@newmotorcycleguy 2 жыл бұрын

fab vid! without a doubt RE make some beautiful bikes. I would love one of these or the new classic 350. however for my needs of motorway use and a pillion, they might not be quite up to it!. In other news i'm hopefully going to be getting my very first ever motor bike today after passing the tests! I've been sat ready to go since 0700 even though its a Sunday! lol

@jeeves6490 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy mate, best thing ever. May it be everything you ever imagined, and more.

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

I bet the excitement levels are through the roof!!😆. Have an incredible day bike shopping!!😀🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

@gorferg 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely looking bike Freddie, had a couple of bikes in the 80's with kick starters, not something I miss lol 👍

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

I can imagine the reality of actually living with it may be different to the novelty element I enjoyed😆

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

I can imagine the reality of actually living with it may be different to the novelty element I enjoyed😆

@gorferg 2 жыл бұрын

Particularly when the alternative was running it down a hill and bump starting it lol keep up the good work👍😉

@bikeaholic6386 2 жыл бұрын

Best music accompanying a vlogging channel hands down ever 😁 Great video once again

@AronMiranda 2 жыл бұрын

I love this bike! My first bike in 2020 and the better choice I could have made. Perfect for commuting with joy. Cheers from Brazil!!!

@klapphelmfahrer4148 2 жыл бұрын

Every time I watch one of your reviews I want to go out and buy the bike, this is no exception, you just do it brilliantly. I am very glad the wasp didn't get Monica. Have fun and ride safe.

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

That means s lot, thank you🙂🙌🏻

@abeltriumph5057 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Freddie love the video. Had a bullet myself. Great bikes!! Was a bit concerned about the item hanging from the sump? Looked like a loose wire (cut off switch)

@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steven! Well spotted; Monika noticed this two minutes later so I let Easy Rider know after the ride

@patil_siddhant 2 жыл бұрын

Was looking for this! Thank God, I was not the only one to notice and be bothered by it.

@giacomovirgilio347 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Freddie! Big fun of your work and taste in motorcycle. I had a Royal Enfield bullet 500 (different frame same motor). I have used it for anything. I have done long travel, commuting, short trip etc. Very easy to work with it: if you put your mind into it you can repair easily anything. We stayed together for 85000 kms. It is not for everybody but it is a truly living piece of machine. All the best from Italy

@ianmorgan7198 2 жыл бұрын

Great review, bikes like the RE Classic 500 are real back to basics biking, it made me smile when watching you 'kicking' it in to life, clearly a novel experience for the young chap like yourself however , for those of us in our 40/50 & 60s it was a way of life especially if you had a big single like an XT500 (happy days)