Honda CB350RS vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350

Question 1

Q. Which one is better between Honda CB350RS or Royal Enfield Continental GT 650?

Answer

Both the bikes are good in their own forte. the CB350RS seems like a bit of a missed opportunity from Honda. It could have used the capable foundations of the H’ness to create a more unique motorcycle with a more well-defined identity that would’ve appealed to an entirely new and different audience. Instead, it’s taken this middle-of-the-road approach and created a halfway house that we find hard to recommend to anyone except museum curators. On the other hand, the Continental GT 650 is a fun-to-ride cafe racer. The GT’s sporty riding position makes it much more suitable for twisty mountain roads and even high-speed straight-line blasts. To top things off, the twin-cylinder motor provides the performance and refinement that the 535 simply couldn’t. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details.

Question 2

Q. Which one is better between Royal Enfield Meteor 350 and Yezdi Roadster? Tell the pros and cons of both.

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Yezdi roadster

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Selecting between Yezdi Roadster and Royal Enfield Meteor 350 would depend on several factors such as your budget preference, features required, engine options, brand preference, etc. Royal Enfield Meteor 350 is a good option for those looking for a comfortable city slicker and fancy occasional long-distance trips. At standstill, the Meteor actually feels much lighter than you’d imagine, and when you get going it feels unexpectedly responsive. The sharper rake and the way the new motorcycle carries its weight will put even less experienced riders at ease on this RE. Once you adapt to the quickness and lightness of the steering and the stretched-out seating position, you will find yourself slicing through traffic without breaking a sweat. However, the Meteor doesn’t make a bigger and bolder promise of its own by way of plush ride quality, a greater sense of richness or, crucially, better cruising ability. On the other hand, Yezdi Roadster is lean and muscular-looking, just like the Harley-Davidson Roadster. It comes equipped with all-LED lights, a headlight protector, bar-end mirrors, and a small windscreen. The Yezdi Roadster gets a teardrop-shaped 12.5-litre fuel tank with tank pads on both sides, a split-type seat, and cushioned backrest. The motorcycle is suspended on a telescopic fork at the front and twin shock absorbers at the rear. For braking, it uses a 320/240mm disc setup assisted by dual-channel ABS with 'Road', 'Off-road', and 'Rain' modes. Moreover, we would suggest you take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for the dealership dearership details.

Question 3

Q. Is it good for long solo rides, compared to Husqvarna svartpilen 250?

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Yes. Very stable and smooth on highways. No vibrations at all even at 140kmph

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Honda CB350RS offers a different riding posture than that of Husqy. You do have to lean forward a bit to reach the bars, and the lower body is a bit more cramped than on the H’ness. While this certainly isn’t an uncomfortable position, it does mean that you will be tired out that little bit earlier when you go for longer stints out on the highway. Apart from this, the CB350RS offers excellent ride quality. The RS flattens out bumps superbly and remains quite composed at most times. With the sportier appearance and aspirations, you’d expect this bike to be a sharper handler than the H’ness. For a better understanding of compatibility and riding comfort, we would suggest you to take a test ride. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.

Question 4

Q. Being a beginner which bike will be best for me, Jawa42, RE-Meteor or Honda H-ness??!!

Answer

Selecting between the Honda Hness CB350, Royal Enfield Meteor 350 and Jawa 42 would depend on certain factors such as your budget, preference of the segment, performance figures, features required, etc. Jawa is the only bike here using a short-stroke, performance-oriented engine with a 6-speed transmission. Sure it’s fast, but it lacks the retro laidback charm of an under-the-square engine, something we think is crucial for a buyer in this segment. Whereas if we talk about Royal Enfield Meteor 350, it is a good option for those looking for a comfortable city slicker and fancy occasional long-distance trips. At standstill, the Meteor actually feels much lighter than you’d imagine, and when you get going it feels unexpectedly responsive. The sharper rake and the way the new motorcycle carries its weight will put even less experienced riders at ease on this RE. Once you adapt to the quickness and lightness of the steering and the stretched-out seating position, you will find yourself slicing through traffic without breaking a sweat. On the other hand, if you are looking for a comfortable, easy-to-handle bike with marries old-school charm and modern sensibilities well, you may go for Honda Hness CB350. It gets a prominent thumper exhaust note and it is the most affordable bike in India to get traction control. Moreover, we would suggest you take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership.

Question 5

Q. I am planning to buy Meteor 350. Shall wait for Classic 350 or Hunter 350?

Answer

As Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and 2021 Royal Enfield Classic 350 hasn't launched. You may go for Royal Enfield Meteor 350 which is available now. Royal Enfield Meteor 350 is a good option. Meteor 350 is powered by an all-new 349cc air-cooled SOHC 2-valve motor with fuel injection. The powerplant generates 20.4PS at 6100rpm and 27Nm at 4000rpm, working in conjunction with a 5-speed transmission. The engine is counterbalanced for optimum refinement. In terms of engine refinement, build quality, and modern features, the Meteor 350 has the edge. Meteor 350 is very comfortable, both in terms of rider ergonomics and suspension tune. The RE Meteor 350 offers a comfortable position and an upright stance for easy long-distance touring. The bike has improved a lot compared to its predecessor and the healthy fuel efficiency and long interval maintenance make it more endearing. Moreover, we would suggest you take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details. Also, follow the link to get an alert when Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and 2021 Royal Enfield Classic 350 is launched.

Question 6

Q. Suggest one bike which have stylish looks, good at mileage and also new technology enabled for Office going and Occasionally for long ride. I am new in riding and height is 5'7' and weight is 80 Kgs. Have slight inclination towards Royal Enfield Meteor 350, Honda Unicorn, Yamaha FZ Series Bikes and Hero Xtreme 160R.

Answer

As per your requirement, we would suggest you for Royal Enfield Meteor 350, the RE Meteor 350 offers a comfortable position and an upright stance for easy long-distance touring. The bike has improved a lot compared to its predecessor and the healthy fuel efficiency and long interval maintenance make it more endearing. Moreover, we would suggest you take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.

Key Highlights	CB350RS DLX	Meteor 350 Fireball
Engine Type	4 Stroke, SI Engine	Single-Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Air-Oil Cooled Engine
Max Power	21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm	20.4 PS @ 6100 rpm

Basic Info	Honda CB350RS DLX	Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball
Rating	91 reviews	338 reviews
Brand Name	Honda	Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price	Rs. 2.14 Lakh Get On-Road Price	Rs. 2.05 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type	4 Stroke, SI Engine	Single-Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Air-Oil Cooled Engine
Max Power	21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm	20.4 PS @ 6100 rpm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Colors	Honda CB350RS Colors	Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Colors
Brakes Front	Disc	Disc
Brakes Rear	Disc	Disc
Wheel Size	Front :-482.6 mm,Rear 431.8 mm	Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)	Alloy	Alloy
ABS	Dual Channel	Dual Channel
Starting	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
Speedometer	Analogue	Analogue
EMI	Rs. 5,883 @ 6% (36 months)	Rs. 5,637 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance	Rs. 12,303 CB350RS Insurance	Rs. 10,995 Meteor 350 Insurance
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Ratings Factor	CB350RS	Meteor 350
Mileage	4.3	3.9
Performance	4.5	4.5
Comfort	4.7	4.6
Maintenance	3.9	3.9
Features	4.8	4.6

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