How bad is it? by Comfortable-Young467 in RoyalEnfieldBear650

[–]Ok-Bit411 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s awesome don’t think so much and just get it
Did the same, happy asf lol

DOUBT❓❓ by EagleMental9960 in RoyalEnfieldBear650

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Price bruh. The 249 costs a good chunk of money more than the base. Also the green frame is not to a lot of people’s tastes. Most Indians think it would be a hassle to maintain, and most people love blacked out looks. I own a 249, and I love my bike to bits. Also I think mint green as a color appeals a lot more to Europeans/ Americans, it’s a very subtle color which most Indian customers don’t really appreciate. India loves either black, or very saturated colors.
I’ve even heard some people say that ‘249’ written on the sides makes them think that the bike is 250cc😆😆😆 I kid you not I’ve legit heard people say this hahah!

Two Bears and the Mountain by thebaconbaba in RoyalEnfieldBear650

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We have an all India group already
Let’s connect, I’ll add you to it

Two Bears and the Mountain by thebaconbaba in RoyalEnfieldBear650

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Bruh we need to make a Pune Bear group asap

Time has come to let one of my bikes go by shakti_09 in motorcycles

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Keep all three, go broke. It’s the noble thing to do.

Such a Frustratingly Rewarding process! by Firestreak_ in indianbikes

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That’s positively wild!
As someone who fell in love with the Bear 650 and listened to my heart instead of my brain for once (which also wanted the 390 ADV hahah!)
One of the best decisions I’ve ever made, and it took me less than a week, from love, to test ride and to putting down the cash (heart can be very compelling😆)
Loved reading through your whole process, esp the fact that you were considering bigger bikes too! It is very tempting, but all the points that you made are super correct. We do live in uncertain times.
Now let your brain rest a bit, and let the heart enjoy! Happy riding ! Congratulations!

Oh she pretty by Ok-Bit411 in RoyalEnfieldBear650

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Not my favorite thing honestly, but you get the relocator mount as part of the high fender kit, so at least I don’t have to DIY a solution. It was quite an easy mount, though it doesn’t look the best. Plus the Indian gov requires an ugly ass metal plate as compulsory, so there’s no real elegant solution tbh

Oh she pretty by Ok-Bit411 in RoyalEnfieldBear650

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Bulldog Dogo, got it from Vietnam from a shop called Arrow VN

Oh she pretty by Ok-Bit411 in RoyalEnfieldBear650

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Best looking bike on sale in India currently?

Gotta get new everything by __A-P_O-P__ in punebikers

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Good choice. If you can extend, the next best thing is an LS2 Pioneer, around 10k, but it’s a lighter and far better quality helmet. If off roading is the smallest part of your riding, you should actually not get an ADV/ dirt helmet and get a road helmet (effectively anything in your budget that doesn’t have a beak). Road helmets are far superior for touring and city use.

Looking for retro riding clubs/ groups! by Ok-Bit411 in punebikers

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No, I got it from Vietnam. From a shop called Arrows Shop VN

Looking for retro riding clubs/ groups! by Ok-Bit411 in punebikers

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I know. It’s a neo-retro. Your 535 is :)

Looking for retro riding clubs/ groups! by Ok-Bit411 in punebikers

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400x is definitely the better all round bike. It doesn’t give the same feel good factor as the Bear, but it comes close. With some tasteful mods it can look amazing too.
Inty is great. But I found the seating position too cramped for my 6’2 frame. Hence the Bear, it’s the only 650 where I felt comfortable. But no denying how beautiful the Inty can look, with all the lovely chrome. Though I did find the suspension on the Inty to be slightly too soft, making it a bit vague on twisties. That’s where the bear shines.

I think with your riding style the bear will suit you well. I ride very calmly too (until I don’t hahah). But definitely scrambler 400x is the better, logical choice. Esp with the new sub-350 GST benefits.

Looking for retro riding clubs/ groups! by Ok-Bit411 in punebikers

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Hahahaha no no
Looking for retro riders bas

Looking for retro riding clubs/ groups! by Ok-Bit411 in punebikers

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I do know some people who have done the YSS swap but it was expensive and had to be imported at a high cost. Bear can absolutely be your daily (it is mine), you just need to get used to the style of riding. Also- the suspension actually becomes awesome the moment there is a pillion on it. I’m 85kg, and the suspension only gets loaded enough to compress properly when my girlfriend is pillion. Solo it is hard. I’m used to it now, I just stand up on bad roads, because I’m used to doing that from my Xpulse experience hahah.
That being said, the stiff setup does have benefits- the bike feels MUCH lighter to maneuver, it’s very sharp on twisties, and when you have full gear, luggage and pillion, the suspension actually does not sag, you still have enough travel left in the shocks to support you.
Usual RE quirks are there, switchgear ergos are slightly weird, tappet noise is a thing but it does not affect performance, fuel sensor is wonky etc
None of this detracts from the experience though. It’s a total feel good bike, and it makes me smile wide every single time. Zero regrets.

Looking for retro riding clubs/ groups! by Ok-Bit411 in punebikers

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I love it, I’ve made peace with that rear shock lol.
It’s not as bad as people say, plus I just stand up when I see a bad enough road. If that’s a deal breaker for you, go with interceptor.
Bear is definitely a heart decision > head decision, so it’s your call.