[rajeevsulu]

Originally Posted by tharian

You are also fortunate that you are located in Erode which is a smaller city where the RSA can work effectively compared to a place like Bangalore.
Hopefully they are as helpful and quick when stuck out of the city/town.

That is a very big factor. As per the dealer here, hardly anybody takes RSA after the mandatory first year. So RSA requests from the town or area are far and few between.

I believe they attend more RSA requests from the highway area which is ten kms away. So I guess that should work too, though,I don't want to ever go through that situation.

Cheers

[aargee]

Originally Posted by rajeevsulu

With the Interceptor,it is always good to have RSA as one never knows when the tyre or battery would cause trouble

Yes, but it's high time to switch to alloy wheels also Sir. By all means, please, reconsider your decision to fit 18" stock alloy wheels.

[rajeevsulu]

Originally Posted by aargee

Yes, but it's high time to switch to alloy wheels also Sir. By all means, please, reconsider your decision to fit 18" stock alloy wheels.

I agree. I am waiting for this set of tyres to wear out. The rear and front have about 10 k kms left. I want to get through at least half of it ( 5 k) before placing the order.

I cannot be this lucky all the time,I understand.

Thank you for the kind suggestion.

Cheers

[Marias]

Hi Everyone,

Off late I am seeing intermittent rear brake failures on my Interceptor 650. There is simply no response. But after some time it automatically resolves on its own. I am mostly reliant on my front brakes so it was not a relatively grave situation, but would definitely like to get it resolved FNG was not able to find out the issue. I am yet to go the ASC.

Has anyone experienced this before? what could be the issue? Thanks in advance for any help.

[rajeevsulu]

Originally Posted by Marias

Hi Everyone,

Off late I am seeing intermittent rear brake failures on my Interceptor 650. There is simply no response. But after some time it automatically resolves on its own. I am mostly reliant on my front brakes so it was not a relatively grave situation, but would definitely like to get it resolved FNG was not able to find out the issue. I am yet to go the ASC.

Has anyone experienced this before? what could be the issue? Thanks in advance for any help.

Have you checked brake fluid levels? If normal, try bleeding the fluid so that any air trapped is cleared. This should hopefully solve the problem.

Cheers

[Aditya94]

I just got a random thought and I am pretty sure many T-Bhpians would have also had the same. (Not sure if it has already been discussed before). How does a fully souped up Interceptor (with the entire range of upgrades including the 865cc Big bore kit, ECU, Camshaft & Clutch, Cotton Air Filter, Free-flow headers with exhaust) fare against the Bonneville T100?

I have few queries:
1) Is it worth spending (Maybe 3L?) on the Enfield Interceptor? The current aprox OTR for Interceptor 650 is 3.6L (Chennai) bringing it to say a maximum of 7L.
2) Are the upgrades reliable?
3) Is it worth the time to get the upgrades done or simply purchase a T100?
4) Will engine heat be a real issue considering that the Interceptor is Air cooled?

I personally feel the Interceptor with the above upgrades is pretty potent. If I can recollect, it makes a whooping 65bhp on the wheel (not sure of the torque) which is more than the stock T100. I find the T100 to be badly priced as the OTR Chennai comes to 11.17L whereas the more powerful and capable T120 is priced at 12.87L (Which seems to be far more reasonable when compared to the T100). The price not significant and it makes more sense to get the T120 instead

The Interceptor platform is a goldmine for custom work. I personally felt the Interceptor 650 to be a bit on the heavier side on city traffic. I have never tried the Bonnies (Although the T120 is my love). However, the T100 is a solid 20Kgs heavier than the Interceptor.

TLDR: Which is better: Interceptor with all bells and whistles or a Bonneville T100?

Could someone shed some light on this aspect? Has anyone gone all guns on their Interceptor?

Thanks

[b16h22]

Originally Posted by Aditya94

TLDR: Which is better: Interceptor with all bells and whistles or a Bonneville T100?

If you are looking for a money-no-object project build, it makes sense to spend that much on an Interceptor and nothing else will satisfy you.

Mind you, you'll have to invest in suspension and brake upgrades if you want your built 650 to ride anywhere near as good as a stock Triumph. Power needs control and you'll be spending at least 50k more on suspension alone. Even with all that, the bike won't have anywhere near the factory reliability & finesse of a bigger Triumph with a huge factory R&D effort behind it. And project bikes are just that, project bikes. You'll be constantly fettling with it to find a sweet spot and it is a fun process if you have the budget and know-how to execute it yourself. But if you are letting a third party take care of this, it'll get tiring.

The whole point of the RE 650s is being a package that gives an essence of the big Triumphs but at an affordable price tag. If you are spending close to 7-8L on one and sacrificing the reliability in the process, why not just get a used T100 or the facelifted last gen Street twin (with 65hp). They are right in your budget range and will work right out of the box. But if you want to scratch that itch and build an all-out performance 650, you should go ahead.

[InterMan666]

Hi guys,
My first post here, been lurking for a while and read over 100 pages.

I have purchased a second hand Baker Express from my friend. the bike has done less than 5K and is a 2021 make.
I am curious to make small changes/mods to make the bike more personal and also have a better riding experience. But for this I have some questions to ask.

1. Are the tyres in the 2021 model tubeless (but come with tube) and can I just get tubeless kit and use the same tyres without the tubes? Or do I need to get new tubeless tyres for conversion.
I also see that the tyres are 18" whereas most of the good tubeless tyres are 17". Would it make sense to get 17" rims (alloy or get tubeless conversion) and then get 17" tyres? Would that be safe and stable? And would that affect performance?

2. To stiffen the suspension can I just change fork oil or should I go for preload adjusters as well? (like Marsh auto) Is the effort of preload adjusters worth it?

3. If I only get slip on exhausts (Powerage) does changing the air filter with the stage 2 plate make any significant change or can I carry on with stock filter?

The bike has not been used much but it's still 3.5 years old. Should I get a valve adjustment check done? And if so, does RE SVC do it or do I take it to a mech? In case of mechanic.
I would really like suggestions on good twins mechanics in Bangalore as I want to get a few things done at once.

Thank you

[sab3r2th]

Originally Posted by InterMan666

Hi guys,
My first post here, been lurking for a whil
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I would really like suggestions on good twins mechanics in Bangalore as I want to get a few things done at once.

Thank you

These questions have been answered multiple times over multiple threads over the past few years.

1. Interceptor has Ceat Zoom Cruz as OEM tyres. They are tubeless only post the launch of the alloy wheel variants. All OEM units before that were with tube tyres. You could just inspect the tyre itself, it has tube type written on it.
2. Thicker fork oil will just reduce damping. While that is also an issue with these bikes, they also have soft springs. Strictly speaking, adding preload is to compensate for rider sag, not to deal with soft springs. Imo, stiffer springs (linear or progressive) and fork emulators if you can source them are more important before you start fiddling with preload.
3. A drop-in performance filter will yield no gains other than a cool induction noise. Consider it only if the non-reusability of the stock filter really bothers you, or if you plan to go full-send with full-system exhausts and tuning.

RE can do valve adjustments, not a far-fetched job.

[aargee]

Originally Posted by InterMan666

1. Are the tyres in the 2021 model tubeless (but come with tube) and can I just get tubeless kit and use the same tyres without the tubes? Or do I need to get new tubeless tyres for conversion.
I also see that the tyres are 18" whereas most of the good tubeless tyres are 17". Would it make sense to get 17" rims (alloy or get tubeless conversion) and then get 17" tyres? Would that be safe and stable? And would that affect performance?

Buy RE OE alloy wheels for RE 650, no conversion, no changes & straight fit with full peace of mind + 18" tubeless tires for RE 650 twins are plenty

Originally Posted by InterMan666

2. To stiffen the suspension can I just change fork oil or should I go for preload adjusters as well? (like Marsh auto) Is the effort of preload adjusters worth it?

RE's suspensions are already stiffer, just stick to the stock & save some money

Originally Posted by InterMan666

3. If I only get slip on exhausts (Powerage) does changing the air filter with the stage 2 plate make any significant change or can I carry on with stock filter?

Add a piggy back & you finally get 10% bump which will be about 50-51 Bhp output for a whopping sum!!

Originally Posted by InterMan666

Should I get a valve adjustment check done? And if so, does RE SVC do it or do I take it to a mech? In case of mechanic

RE ASC will help, mostly they will discard saying the adjustments are not required it it's a minor one.

[ameyamaha]

I’ve been using the Tec Exhaust and Tec Levers for over a year now, and I can confidently say they’re worth every penny.

For anyone considering getting the Tec Exhaust, I had mine brought in through a friend as part of their check-in luggage. The system weighs about 4–5 kg, and we didn’t encounter any issues with customs—though perhaps I was just lucky.

To fit the setup, I removed the sari guard and also had to take off the engine guard to accommodate the bend pipes. Since the GT doesn’t have a center stand anyway, that’s about as much weight savings I could manage—aside from hitting the gym myself!

[CU23]

Hi Guys,

Need an expert opinion on this..!

Rear break is giving a weird sound like not squeaking, it’s more like a Springy sound, Checked the Pads, Disc, did bleeding. Also checked whether the pistons are having action or not, almost everything done but still rear break is almost 0 and a Springy sound from the Calipers..! What could be the reason..?

[Chasing_Dreams]

Originally Posted by surjaonwheelz

This community is so strong that it strikes you when it's being discussed!

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Roadpower Customs (RPC) was the only option but is was out of stock. I kept in touch with them for stock updates. When it was restocked at a higher price, I was like 1,000 bucks for a rubber gasket?

Recently, I ordered a fuel tank cap O-ring for my Interceptor 650 from Road Power Customs (RPC), based on positive reviews on WWW. The order was placed on 14th December with full payment. However, apart from an acknowledgment from their payment partner, CC Avenue, I received no order confirmation or communication from RPC.

After a few days of waiting, I reached out to RPC via their WhatsApp number on 20th December to check the order status. Unfortunately, they don’t answer calls, and WhatsApp or email are the only ways to communicate. Despite regular follow-ups on WhatsApp, there was no response.

On 31st December, I wrote an email to the address provided on their website, and finally, RPC responded to my earlier WhatsApp on the 1st of January, citing vague reasons—issues with their website—for the lack of communication. They requested payment details again, even though I had already shared the order number from CC Avenue. After multiple back and forth exchanges, they acknowledged the receipt of the order. However, I was now told the product is on backorder. I clearly remember the product being available at the time of placing the order. While it is completely okay to inform that the product is on backorder, even if it was not updated properly on their website, their response (or rather lack of it) and lame excuses are unacceptable for a vendor who claims to ship worldwide. It appeared they were intentionally ignoring my WhatsApp messages and delaying providing updates. I cannot comprehend how the issues with the website affect the ability to acknowledge a WhatsApp communication for so long!

Ultimately, RPC has refunded the payment. But I am not convinced why anyone needs to follow up for mere acknowledgment. This experience left a sour taste, and with it, the option of a simple remedy for the O-ring issue affecting the RE 650 twins has disappeared for me.

For anyone considering ordering from RPC, I strongly recommend confirming product availability directly with them before making a purchase to avoid frustrations.

If you’ve found alternative solutions for the O-ring issue, I’d greatly appreciate your suggestions.

[Chasing_Dreams]

Originally Posted by 2legit2quit

I've had a great experience with the exhausts, if I had to use an analogy from the animal kingdom, I would equate the stock bike to a gentle tusker- powerful but regal in demeanor and the bike with the SS motocorp exhaust would be a tusker in musth. It can be aggressive at the twist of the throttle!

Thanks for the exhaust recommendations here! I took a leap of faith and got the SS Moto Corp 2X1 and installed on my bike. My initial observation is that it does indeed make a difference in terms of weight reduction. I’ll write a detailed review of my observations after covering some more miles on it. So far, I’ve completed about 600 km.

If you’re someone who cares about details and finish, you might find this leaves a lot to be desired. It also requires changing the exhaust packing from time to time. Let’s see how long the original one lasts.

I’m also personalizing the bike. So far, I’ve got the Tank Painted in White (mine was Orange Crush) and changed the footpegs to GT ones. I prefer a rear set, and this works best for me. It’s a simple and straightforward swap.

I’m currently looking for adjustable hand levers, but there’s nothing in the market that is VFM. In Bangalore, I couldn’t find any offline options. The Super Meteor parts are as costly as TEC and other online options. I’d really appreciate if anyone has any leads.

I’m also looking to change the tail light, indicators, and headlight brackets. I like tail lights similar to the Street Twin 900. Another option I’m considering is the BSA 650’s, and for indicators, I like the ones from the CB300R or CB350R (they’re the same). I’m still scouting—it’s difficult to source parts in India. Any leads will be highly appreciated.

From a maintenance perspective, I’ve done the valve clearance twice. However, I still feel there’s some clatter once the engine is hot after riding for a while. Is this just the character of the engine, or should I take it to the ASC? Since I did the valve clearance myself, I’m a bit unsure.

I’ve also installed NGK spark plugs, hoping to fix the minor RPM fluctuation, but it hasn’t made a difference. Again, I’m not sure if it’s the character of the engine or an issue with my bike.

[iamgyan]

Originally Posted by CU23

Hi Guys,

Need an expert opinion on this..!

Rear break is giving a weird sound like not squeaking, it’s more like a Springy sound, Checked the Pads, Disc, did bleeding. Also checked whether the pistons are having action or not, almost everything done but still rear break is almost 0 and a Springy sound from the Calipers..! What could be the reason..?

Congrats on unlocking the SuperMoto ABS option!

Not an expert but the amount of information you've provided is too less to provide a decent feedback with issue basically being --> Springy sound (doesn't help much). Could you add some images, video maybe? Has any work been done on the bike before this issue? any mods?

I could think of below things randomly:

1. Issue with ABS unit

• Faulty/misaligned rear wheel speed sensor making ABS unit "think" the rear wheel is locked and not allowing brake pressure to build. In this case, the brakes would work when ignition is off but won't if ignition is ON and bike is rolling.
• A stuck ABS valve would simply by-pass the brake pressure and no pressure would reach the caliper. In this case, the brakes wouldn't work regardless the ignition is ON or OFF

2. Bad or cracked caliper (may not be visible from outside but oil leak should be visible)

3. Wrong grade brake fluid used and screwed up ABS module.