If there’s one thing Royal Enfield does better than most, it’s building bikes that are just begging to be modified straight off the showroom floor. From the Bullet to the Interceptor, these machines practically whisper “modify me” as you swing a leg over. And the all-new Bear 650 is no exception.
Royal Enfield's first true scrambler—yes, actual long-travel suspension and a 2-into-1 high-mounted pipe—takes the beloved Interceptor 650 platform and injects a healthy dose of dirt-hungry attitude. Now, I’ve ridden this bike both on and off-road, and I can testify that it’s a hoot to ride, flickable in the twisties, and surprisingly competent once the road turns to gravel. But more than that, it's a blank canvas just waiting for some artistic rebellion.
This is where Fuel Motorcycles enters the picture.
Based in Barcelona, Fuel has built a reputation for crafting rugged, soul-filled machines that look like they rolled out of a Mad Max fever dream—if Mad Max had a solid grasp of color palettes and vintage motocross gear. These guys aren’t new to the custom scene, but the Fuel Fury 650 might be one of their most badass builds yet.
This one-off desert racer was born from a collaboration with Royal Enfield as part of the Bear 650's launch campaign. Fuel wasn’t just asked to slap on a few bolt-ons, but rather, they were tasked with building a machine worthy of Eddie Mulder, the flat track legend who raced (and won) the 1960 Big Bear Run on a Royal Enfield Fury 500. And so, the Fury 650 was born. And it’s a piece that nods to history while charging full speed into the future.
Visually, the bike is an absolute knockout. It’s tall, lean, and mean—like a Baja 1000 contender dressed for a night out in the desert. A 21-inch front wheel wrapped in knobby Mitas Dakar rubber sets the tone up front, paired with a custom enduro fork and extended Bitubo gas shocks at the rear.
And then there's the cockpit. Gone is the stock dash, replaced by a rally-style navigation tower complete with GPS roadbook, odometer, tachometer, speedometer, and even rally controls. A Motogadget unit handles the data readout, while the wiring has been relocated for a clean, aggressive look that screams race-ready.
Other trick details include dual rally headlights, a hand-sculpted fiberglass rear fender, and a lightweight custom silencer that retains a factory-esque profile while likely sounding a whole lot rowdier. The custom Alcantara seat, complete with red stitching, sits perfectly in line with the rugged aesthetic, while the tank gets grippy pads for better off-road control. It’s all wrapped up in a bold red and white livery with Eddie Mulder’s race number front and center.
But what really sets the Fury apart from the sea of custom Enfields out there is how cohesive it is. It’s not just “cool parts on a cool bike.” Everything serves a purpose, and every detail—right down to the skid plate and rally pegs—works together to deliver on the desert racer promise.
Now, as someone who's already smitten with the Bear 650, this build just pushes me over the edge. It’s a reminder of how versatile and downright exciting Royal Enfield’s platforms are, whether you’re keeping things stock or chasing wild ideas. The Bear 650 might just be the next bike I add to my collection. And when that day comes (I’m claiming it), you can bet I’ll be drawing inspiration from the Fury 650 for my own personal touches.
But hey, nothing this wild. Probably.
Source: Fuel Motorcycles
