Neelkantha – The World’s First Custom Bagger on Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

Shreya Dey
Neelkantha - a bagger based on RE Interceptor 650

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Introduction

“Neelkantha” is a groundbreaking project by TNT Motodesigns, representing their third build sponsored by Royal Enfield. This innovative custom bike is the world’s first custom bagger based on the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, showcasing traditional bagger styling with a modern twist.

Objective

The goal was to create a custom bagger motorcycle that not only adheres to traditional bagger aesthetics but also incorporates advanced engineering and unique design elements, thereby setting a new benchmark in custom motorcycle building.

Design and Features

  • Air Ride Suspension: The bike features air ride suspensions both at the front and rear, allowing ground clearance adjustment from 2.5 inches to 7.5 inches via buttons mounted on the ape handlebars.
  • Hand-crafted Front End: The front end boasts a hand-crafted diverging fairing with a 24 LED rectangular headlamp, mounted on a CNC girder fork made from 6081 grade aluminum.
  • Fuel Tank and Saddle Bags: The fuel tank, mimicking the Interceptor’s tank but larger, along with the saddlebags, features buffed and bead-rolled aluminum panels to break the monotony of the solid color.
  • Custom Parts: A total of 15 parts have been CNC machined, including front footboards, rear foot pegs, handle risers, exhaust tips, and logos, all crafted from 6081 aluminum.
  • Radiator Grill and Tail Light: The front downtube sports a radiator grill with an aluminum cutout and SS mesh, channeling air to the oil cooler. The custom tail light with the Royal Enfield insignia is powered by a 12 LED setup.

Challenges

Creating a custom bagger on the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 presented several challenges, such as designing the air ride suspension system, fabricating custom parts to fit the bagger style, and ensuring all components worked harmoniously together while maintaining the bike’s performance and reliability.

Outcome

Neelkantha stands as a testament to TNT Motodesigns’ craftsmanship and innovation. The successful completion of this project not only showcased their ability to push the boundaries of motorcycle customization but also earned them recognition in the custom motorcycle community.

Conclusion

Neelkantha by TNT Motodesigns is a pioneering custom bagger that blends traditional aesthetics with cutting-edge engineering. It exemplifies the potential of the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 as a base for extensive customization and highlights the expertise and creativity of the TNT Motodesigns team.

For more information, you can read the Neelkantha Portfolio.

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