The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 has become a favourite platform for custom motorcycle builders around the world. One of the standout interpretations of this modern classic comes from BAAK Motocyclettes, a renowned custom workshop based in Bayonne, in southwest France. Known for hand-built, detail-led motorcycles, BAAK Motorcycles has built a global reputation for balancing creativity…
A Strong Foundation for Racing Royal Enfield revealed its 650 twin concept in 2017. Shortly after, production models arrived two years later. During development, test rider Paul Young worked closely with Harris Performance to refine the chassis. As a result, the finished platform surprised many riders. In practice, the 650 proved capable and well balanced….
Royal Enfield’s motorcycles had proved an outstanding trials motorcycle in old days, by the early 1960’s the days of such ‘heavyweights’ were limited and so the Redditch factory turned to the only suitable machine in its range: the 250 Crusader. A prototype of Crusader series were raveled in the late 1950s and received mix reaction. Post that…