The all-new Royal Enfield classic 350 range has launched today on 1 Sept 2021. As it is rebuilt on the new J platform, the all-new Classic 350 continues to embrace the traditions and workmanship of the past. Stronger, smoother, and smarter, but with the same timeless classic character.
Content
- Intro
- Looks
- Riding Comfort
- Color
- Technical Overview
- Price
- Pros and Cons
- What’s good
- What’s not
- Verdict
- Full Specifications
Royal Enfield has drastically changed the motor and the overall specs of these classic 350 modals and brought them up to date without compromising their old-school charm.
This classic is also known as “bullet classic” in the real lovers market because they don’t want to skip the name “bullet” !!
Royal Enfield has succeeded to manage to carry its old charm with its new styling that’s why Royal Enfield classic 350 is the most popular bike in its lineup. It really attracts those who are looking for a fun, simply raw, and classic ride.
Looks
It is undeniable that the old-school looks of the Royal Enfield classic 350 attract everyone. Round headlamps with pilot lamps on either side look great. Typical old-school-style fuel tank. The new silencer and the tail light look amazing.
The round mirrors of classic 350, dual seats and the front seat comes with spring as an option these all are like icing on the cake.
The new chrome series is like a redefinition of Classic, It comes with a great old-school Badge of Royal Enfield, and the paint scheme with chrome is looking incredible.
Ride and Comfort
Royal Enfield classic 350 is easy and comfortable to ride. The sitting position of this bike is straight forward which is very comfortable for a long ride.
A single saddle broad seat and an optional pillion seat give you comfort although on any terrain. This time Royal Enfield has made the seat broader and more comfortable. This bike can tackle bumpy roads easily.
Color
Colors are the USP of Royal Enfield classic 350 because Royal Enfield is offering a wide color range with the classic 350 series. This time Royal Enfield is providing five variants and eleven colorways with its new Classic 350. The variants are :
- Classic redditch series – It is available in single tank colour and other components are black. It offers two colour options which are: redditch sage green and redditch grey.
- Halcyon series – It is based on 1950’s style and looks. It has three colour options available which are: halcyon green, halcyon black and halcyon grey.
- Signals – This classic series reflects the tribute to Indian armed forces from a bike maker. Signals series has unique number printed on the each bike. This series consist of two colour options which are: signals marsh grey and signals desert sand.
- Dark series – This is a kind of urban looking classic which offers tubeless tyres and alloy wheels with two colour options which are: dark stealth black and dark gunmetal grey.
- Chrome series – This is the premium version of this classic 350. It has great looking badges, graphics and a unique retro look. This chrome series offers two color options which are: chrome red and chrome bronze.
Only the Classic Redditch series is available with single-channel ABS other are available with dual-channel ABS.
Technical Overview
Here in this section of the new Classic 350, we will discuss some major technical specifications of the bike.
Engine
Classic 350 comes with the 349 cc engine which is 4 stroke, air-cooled and fuel-injected. It gives maximum power of 20.2 bhp @ 6100 rpm and a Maximum torque of 27 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
If we talk about the power of the bike so I can say it is a subjective issue if you want to reach anywhere fast then this bike is not for you but if you are a real biker and enjoy the roads instead of the destination you will defiantly enjoy the rides.
Suspension
The front suspension of the bike is telescopic and has 41 mm forks and the Rear suspension is twin-tube emulsion shock absorbers with 6-step adjustable preload.
With this suspension setup, we can travel quite comfortably on all terrains and especially on bumpy roads.
Ground Clearance
The ground clearance of classic 350 is 170 mm which is quite good. I have seen so many bikers take the classic to Leh, Ladakh, and more tough terrains and the classic performs great there and now with the new Classic 350, you can travel anywhere with more comfort and confidence.
Brakes
In the brakes section of classic 350, it provides two setups one is with a classic single channel in this Royal Enfield provides single-channel ABS and drum brakes at the rear.
but with classic dual-channel Royal Enfield provides dual-channel ABS which improves the braking performance immensely.
Fuel Capacity
The new Classic 350 has a 13-liter fuel capacity by this you can get approx. 450 km range in one tank on the highway.
Royal Enfield classic 350 milage is expected around 32 kmpl to 40 kmpl it can vary as per the road conditions.
Seat Height
The seat height of the classic 350 is 805 mm which is fine for average Indian height people like if you are 5.5 feet or above then you can handle the bike easily but if your height is less than 5.5 feet then you have to think about it.
Tyres
The Classic 350 has come with two tyre options one is spokes wheels and tube tyres and the second is alloy wheels with tubeless tyres.
The front-wheel comes with 19″ and the rear wheel comes with 18″. Tyres of the classic are wide enough and tackle all kinds of terrains.
Price
The price of classic 350 single channel on road is Rs. 2,04,390 and for classic 350 dual channel on road is Rs. 2,41,554.
Pros.
- old school looks
- raw biking
- easy to maintain
- great fuel economy
- Comfortable ride
Cons.
- adequate power
- headlight
What’s good
The classic 350 comes at a very good price with great old-school looks. The service cost and spares cost are not high. The bike is easy to maintain. There are so many showrooms around the country so you can get easy help while traveling.
What’s not
Classic 350 has a lot of weight but its power is not adequate according to the weight. If you are climbing steep with this bike it might give you some trouble.
Verdict
Overall my verdict on the new Classic 350 is the bike is a great value-for-money product to have. This is the bike which you can rely on for long rides. It can cruise all day long at a decent speed. You feel very comfortable on it.
The looks and feel of the bike are out of this world. So, in the end, I must say get the bike and start your journey.
Full Specifications
Here we see the full specifications of the new Classic 350 bs6.
ENGINE
- Type – Single cylinder, 4 stroke, Air-Oil cooled
- Displacement – 349cc
- Bore x Stroke – 72 mm x 85.8 mm
- Compression Ratio – 9.5 : 1
- Maximum Torque – 27Nm @ 4000 rpm
- Maximum Power – 20.2 BHP @ 6100 rpm (14.87 kW)
- Ignition System – Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
- Clutch – Wet, multi-plate
- Gearbox – 5 Speed constant mesh
- Lubrication – Wet sump, forced lubrication
- Engine Oil – SAE 15 W 50 API, SL grade, JASo MA 2 Semi Synthetic
- Air Cleaner – Paper element
- Engine Start – Electric
CHASSIS & SUSPENSION
- Type – Twin Downtube Spine Frame
- Front Suspension – Telescopic, 41 mm forks, 130 mm travel
- Rear Suspension – Twin tube emulsion shock absorbers with 6-step adjustable preload
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase – 1390 mm
Ground Clearance – 170 mm
Length – 2145 mm
Width – 785 mm (Without Mirrors)
Height – 1090 mm (Without Mirrors)
Seat Height – 805 mm
Kerb Weight – 195 kg
Fuel Capacity – 13 liter
BRAKES & TYRES
- Front Tyre – 100/90 – 19 – 57P (Spoke / Alloy)
- Rear Tyre – 120/80 – 18 – 62P (Spoke / Alloy)
- Front Brake – 300 mm disc, twin piston oating caliper
- Rear Brake – 270 mm disc, single piston oating caliper/153 mm drum
- ABS – Single & Dual Channel
ELECTRICALS
- Electrical System – 12V – DC
- Battery – 12V, 8 Ah, VRLA (Maintenance Free)
- Head Lamp – 12V, H 4 – 60/55w (Halogen)
- Tail Lamp – 12V, P21/5W
- Turn Signal Lamp – 12V, 10W
Royal Enfield classic 350 bs6 review
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