Royal Enfield Classic

Royal Enfield Classic 350 LED Headlight. Image – Throttle 98With better features than before, the updated Royal Enfield Classic 350 will further consolidate its position as India’s No 1 classic bikeRoyal Enfield has been leading the 300cc to 500cc motorcycle segment for a very long time. The company is at a point where it is unbeatable by rivals. Particularly, Royal Enfield Classic 350 has emerged as a phenomenon. Now, there will be a major update to Classic 350 to rejig its variants and features list. Here’s some leaked info regarding the same.Updated Royal Enfield Classic 350India’s leading classic motorcycle manufacturer, Royal Enfield, boasts an extensive range of 350cc, 450cc, and 650cc models. The 350cc lineup, particularly the Classic 350, dominates the sales charts and stands as the company’s top-selling model by a significant margin.Royal Enfield Classic 350 Test Mule File PhotoClassic 350 seems to have gotten the formula right and has appealed to target audience. Even though Classic 350 offers an experience that is unrivaled, it doesn’t fare well against rivals when you lay down the equipment and features. Royal Enfield is working on it and will unveil an updated Classic 350 on August 12th in Mumbai.Ahead of launch, a recent report has spilled the beans, revealing what the updated Classic 350 has to offer. For starters, updated Royal Enfield Classic 350 will be offered in Heritage, Heritage Premium, Signals, Dark and Classic Chrome. For the first time, Classic 350 will be getting LED headlights, tail lights and pilot lamps as standard.Royal Enfield Classic 350 Test Mule File PhotoOnly the top variants like Dark and Classic Chrome will get LED turn indicators as standard, while they are optional on other variants. Same is the case with adjustable brake and clutch levers, which will be standard only on Dark and Classic Chrome. Features that are standard across the range are gear position indicator and a Tyoe-C USB charger.Speculations suggest lower trims will come with drum brakes at the rear with single-channel ABS, to keep entry-level price competitive. Other speculations suggest only the Dark variants will get alloy wheels and tubeless tyres as standard, while they will be optional with other four trims.Specs and PricingOther than these incremental updates, updated Royal Enfield Classic 350 will continue to be positioned on the same J-platform like its predecessor. The same J-Series 349cc 20.2 bhp and 27 Nm single-cylinder air-cooled SOHC 2V engine will be carried over, mated to the same 5-speed gearbox. We wish there is a slipper clutch with this update.Componentry like RSU telescopic front forks, twin-shock rear setup, 19-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels and others will continue as is. There will be a hike in price and we should expect the base price closer to Rs 2 lakh (Ex-sh) mark. Launch is on August 12th, 2024.Source More

Image for illustration only. Credit – RoshibaRoyal Enfield is getting ready to give first major update to their new gen Classic 350 – They will also launch Classic 650 this yearRoyal Enfield is set to launch a major product offensive in FY25. This is in a bid to expand the already extensive lineup of 350cc, 450cc and 650cc motorcycles. The company intends to navigate the classic motorcycle market and establish utter dominance in this genre with a diverse portfolio.Facelifted Classic 350A major update to Royal Enfield’s golden goose, Classic 350 will be coming this year. This would be the first time Royal Enfield is updating Classic 350 since the bike ditched the older UCE motor in favour of a newer and (technologically) better J-Series engine. This J-Series update also brought re-designed switchgear and instrument cluster along with it.Updated Royal Enfield Classic 350 with Classic 650Considering Classic 350 is an absolute champ where sales are concerned, there are less likely to be any functional upgrades. However, we can expect a few experience-enhancing additions like LED lighting, alloy wheels and tubeless tyres. Test mules of an updated Classic 350 have been spotted alongside Classic 650 test mules.For the same price as a Classic 350, rivals are offering dual exhausts, a DOHC 4V head, liquid cooling, a slipper clutch, a 6-speed gearbox, LED lighting, alloy wheels, tubeless tyres, USD front forks, almost double the performance at around 40 bhp and much more.Even though the sales prospect of Classic 350 is still unmatched by rivals, it would be nice if Royal Enfield ups its game in features and equipment department. The updates that are en route Classic 350 are also going to make their way on other 350cc bikes like Hunter 350, Meteor 350 and newest of the bunch, Bullet 350, at a later date.Royal Enfield Classic 650Royal Enfield Classic 650 launch this yearAs per a recent report, Royal Enfield will expand its 650cc motorcycle portfolio in FY25 with Classic 650. The company hopes to recreate the same magic of Classic 350 in middle-weight classic motorcycle segment. Classic 650 will be positioned above current Interceptor 650 and below Super Meteor 650 and Shotgun 650.We’re sure Classic 650 will be the next big thing in the Indian middle-weight segment and surpass sales of other RE 650 bikes currently on sale in the Asian subcontinent. However, Classic 650 can be an opportunity for Royal Enfield to significantly overhaul its global presence in middle-weight multi-cylinder motorcycle segment.Test mules of Classic 650 have been spotted time and time again. We can see an overall similar silhouette as the evergreen Classic 350, but proportionately bulked up to accommodate the larger platform and aesthetics. It will feature conventional RSU telescopic front forks instead of USD forks and conventional instrument cluster as opposed to RE’s Tripper Dash.Powertrains will remain identical to other Royal Enfield 650cc engines. So the 648cc parallel twin oil cooled engine will develop around 45 bhp and 52 Nm. Gearbox is a 6-speed unit and other attributes like a slipper clutch will be present too.Source More

The new Hunter 350 is the most affordable Royal Enfield motorcycle on sale in the country, about Rs. 4,500 cheaper than Bullet 350Image – Throttle98After many months of leaked images and teasers, Royal Enfield finally launched the new Hunter 350 in India last month. It is presented in three variants of Retro Factory, Metro Dapper and Metro Rebel. Retro Factory trim is priced at Rs. 1,49,900 while Metro Dapper and Metro Rebel are priced at Rs. 1,63,900 and Rs. 1,68,900 respectively.Launch took place on 7th Aug, meaning it did not have a full month in sales. Despite that, Hunter 350 has become the 2nd best-selling Royal Enfield in Aug 2022. Classic 350 continues to remain the No 1 RE in Aug 2022.Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Sales Aug 2022Royal Enfield has sold 18,197 units of the new Hunter 350 in Aug 2022. This was in the domestic market. Exports too have started, as 78 units of the Hunter were exported last month. In comparison, RE’s top-selling Classic 350 registered sales of 18,993 units in the domestic market.Together, the two REs, Classic and Hunter, have registered domestic sales of 37,190 units. Classic is just ahead of Hunter, by a margin of 796 units in Aug 2022. In all, RE sold 70,112 units last month; registering a growth of almost 53%. Of these, about 63k were sold in the domestic market (61% growth) while approx 7k units were exported (6% growth).Royal Enfield Classic 350 vs Hunter 350 – Aug 2022 salesRoyal Enfield Hunter 350 is an Urban Scrambler that is positioned on RE’s J-series platform. It rides on a shorter wheelbase and gets 17 inch alloy wheels fitted with 100/80 rubber at front and 120/80 at its rear. This lighter and more compact framework offers better agility, maneuverability and handling on city road conditions. In terms of design, the new Hunter 350 Retro gets a halogen tail lamp, oval shaped turn signals, single channel ABS with disc brake in the front.Hunter Metro trim gets dual tone colour schemes. It sports round shaped turn indicators, wide and long one-piece seat, LED tail lamps, an instrument cluster borrowed from the Meteor 350 with tripper screen and Bluetooth with smartphone connectivity and dual channel ABS. It gets 300mm and 270 mm disc brakes at the front and rear respectively and alloy wheels in a black colour scheme. Royal Enfield has also launched Genuine Motorcycle Accessories (GMA) in Suburban and Urban range, offering LED indicators, tail tidy, seat, bar-end mirrors, etc.Royal Enfield Hunter 350 SpecsBoth variants get a 150 mm ground clearance and 800 mm seat height while Hunter 350 Retro weighs 177 kg and is lighter as compared to the Metro variant which weighs 181 kg. Hunter 350 is available in 7 more colour options of Rebel Blue, Rebel Red, Rebel Black, Dapper Grey, Dapper Ash and Factory Silver.RE Hunter 350 is powered by a 349cc air/oil cooled, single cylinder, J-Series engine that also powers the Meteor and Classic 350. This engine offers 20.2 hp power at 6,100 rpm and 27 Nm Torque at 4,000 rpm, mated to a 5 speed gearbox. Top speed is at 114 km/h while fuel efficiency is pegged at 36.2 km/l. Even as the new Hunter comes in with a host of new age features, customers can also customize their bike for a more personalized appeal via the Royal Enfield App. More

Neev Motorcycles is a custom bike building company that works mostly on classic bikesRoyal Enfield Classic 350 DivineMost Indians have a soft spot for Royal Enfield motorcycles. Even though you may not want to own one, you definitely adore the way it looks. The brand evokes enough nostalgia in you that compels you to maybe want to own one someday. Royal Enfield is one of those things that you can’t really hate. Finding faults, sure. It has tons. But hate, Nah. I would pass and I know you would too.Royal Enfield has stood the test of time and is winning hearts across the globe. Royal Enfield has been eager to add value to their customers in terms of their RSA services that can be summoned through the Royal Enfield App too.As pretty as Royal Enfield bikes are, they can be worked on and made even prettier. One of the ways to achieve it is through custom motorcycles where truly bespoke machines can be filled with character and individuality. One such custom motorcycle is built by passionate custom bike builder Neev Motorcycles.Royal Enfield Classic 350 DivineRoyal Enfield approached Neev Motorcycles to build them a custom motorcycle based on a Classic 350. Neev had a different vision than what Royal Enfield was trying to achieve right out of the factory. Neev wanted it to be very shouty and attention-grabbing but in a classy and elegant way. And they have struck gold at the balance between the two.Royal Enfield Classic 350 DivineNeev went with a bobber-styled machine instead of a cruiser that the Classic 350 is. It had to have a custom swingarm to extend the wheelbase for the low-slung bobber look. They also incorporated balloon tyres on 16” spoked wheels with a ribbed tyre pattern instead of a cross pattern. It would have looked better with white-walled tyres but it certainly does look good without it too. To fit the bigger wheels, Neev also put a custom mudguard on it too.Royal Enfield Classic 350 DivineHardest part of this custom job according to Neev is the fuel tank. As it was hand crafted to perfection with swooping curves and interesting patterns. The whole motorcycle gets a matte black finish and cherry on top, is polished brass fittings across the bike which lends it a royal look.Royal Enfield Classic 350 DivineHandlebar holders, custom RE logo on fuel tank, handlebar grips, footpegs, side panels, sissy bar at the back, fuel filler caps and even the exhaust tip is made by intricately machining and detailing solid brass and polishing it to the max.Gold DetailingBrass radiates yellow light mimicking gold. But Neev wasn’t satisfied with just brass. They used real gold leaves to detail the patterns and pinstripes on the fuel tank. It also gets a custom stitched leather seat cover with custom seats. The headlights are now LEDs and on the road, it is sure to turn a ton of heads.Royal Enfield Classic 350 DivineThis custom project was done by Neev Motorcycles under Custom World initiative from Royal Enfield where popular bike modders like Neev Motorcycles, Rajputana Customs and the likes were asked to build and showcase a custom Classic 350. Divine is Neev Motorcycle’s initiative towards this initiative. More

Royal Enfield Classic 350 has been customised into a bobber by Jaipur-based Rajputana Custom MotorcyclesRoyal Enfield Classic 350 Bobber KitThe number of Royal Enfield bikes that go under the knife at a custom workshop must be overwhelming. The brand is synonymous with aftermarket custom modifications and we have witnessed countless examples of custom-built Royal Enfield bikes over the years.The latest example involves a previous-gen model of Classic 350 in its Signals Edition form that has been modified into a bobber. The motorcycle has been custom-built by a Jaipur-based workshop named Rajputana Custom Motorcycles. The bike has undergone several cosmetic and mechanical updates over its donor model. Rajputana Customs has launched bobber kits for both Classic 350 and Classic 500.Royal Enfield Classic 350 Bobber KitsUpfront, the motorcycle gets an aftermarket round headlight with a black grille cover and bezels. Upper section of the front forks also comprises fatter casings. In addition, the front fender has been removed completely which bares the front tyre to its fullest. More importantly, it gets a new custom handlebar with new bar-end weights that is pulled towards the rider.As seen in contemporary bobbers, the pillion seat has been completely removed while the rider’s saddle gets a custom seat which goes well with the overall appeal of the bike. The stock fuel tank has been kept intact and features a 3D Royal Enfield logo and a Signals serial number. Side boxes have been customised as well by addition of ribbed paddings thus amplifying the bike’s rugged appearance.Royal Enfield Classic 350 Bobber KitInternals including the engine gearbox assembly, exhaust, engine sump guard, etc. are painted black as seen in the stock model. For exhaust, Rajputana has utilised a custom-built straight-pipe unit which sports an insulated wrap and golden-finished exhaust tip. Further, the bike rolls on blacked-out wire-spoke wheels that are shod with balloon-type tyres.We also get to see custom plates mounted on the engine cover and crank cover, Rajputana has added custom footpegs that are forward-biased along with a custom kick starter. Noticeably, the airbox has been removed which has left the air filter completely exposed. Front brake and clutch levers are custom-built and feature beautiful artistic patterns.Mechanical Updates & Engine SpecsIn terms of mechanical updates, rear shock absorbers used are aftermarket units with new custom-built mounts. It also gets a new aftermarket shorter rear fender that has been mounted on the swingarm. Braking setup remains identical to the stock model with single disc brakes at both ends.No changes have been mentioned for the powertrain department. Since this is a previous-gen Classic 350, the motorcycle is powered by a 346cc single-cylinder, air-cooled motor which in its BS6 form pushed out 19.2 bhp and 28 Nm of peak torque. This motor was mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. Classic 350 received a generation upgrade last year.Source More