Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350: Same Price Other Options

Royal Enfield recently launched the Goan Classic 350, a bobber styled motorcycle which is based upon the Classic 350. The Goan Classic gets a whole lot of changes, some of which include a mini ape-hanger handlebar, forward set footpegs, white-walled tyres, aluminium tubeless spoke wheels, a new floating seat and funky colours. The engine remains the same as the Classic 350 which makes 20PS and 27Nm, and is paired to a 5-speed gearbox. The bike is priced from Rs 2,35,000 to Rs 2,38,000 (both prices ex-showroom, Chennai). What are the other options you can get in the same price range as the Goan Classic 350? Let’s have a look:

Jawa 42 Bobber

Price: From Rs 2,11,887 to 2,31,850

The direct rival for the Goan Classic is the Jawa 42 Bobber. The 42 Bobber gets a proper bobber styling with a floating seat, forward set footpegs, and the rear fender which is attached to the swingarm. The bike is powered by a 334cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine which makes 30.64PS and 32.74Nm, paired to a 6-speed gearbox. It is available in both spoke and alloy wheels variants. The relaxed riding posture along with the dual exhausts makes the 42 Bobber an eye-candy and will turn heads wherever you go. 

KTM 250 Duke

Price: Rs 2,45,115

The KTM 250 Duke is a street naked motorcycle from the Austrian manufacturer but is manufactured by Bajaj. The 250 Duke shares its chassis with its elder sibling, the 390 Duke. It is powered by a 250cc engine that makes 31PS and 25Nm, and is paired to a 6-speed gearbox. This is the most feature loaded bike in the list as it gets  5-inch TFT display with two riding modes—Street and Track, turn-by-turn navigation, ride-by-wire, dual-channel ABS which is switchable at the rear wheel and LED lights all round. 

Triumph Speed 400

Price: Rs 2,40,000

The Triumph Speed 400 is the most powerful bike you can buy at the same price range as the Goan Classic 350. It is powered by a 398.15cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine which makes 40PS and 37.5Nm, and is paired to a 6-speed gearbox. The thing which sets the Triumph apart in this list are the fit and finish levels it comes with. The paint quality, switches and the neatly hidden wires all scream Triumph and live up to the brand’s international standards. 

Harley-Davidson X440

Price: From Rs 2,39,500 to 2,79,500 

The Harley-Davidson X440 is the most affordable Harley you can buy in India. The bike is manufactured by Hero Motocorp and is powered by a 440cc single-cylinder air & oil-cooled engine which makes  27PS and 38Nm, paired to a 6-speed gearbox. The bike is available in both alloy wheels and spoke wheels, and the top-end variant gets a TFT screen which adds a modern touch to the motorcycle. The most distinct thing of the X440 is the exhaust note. The motorcycle sounds really good for a single-cylinder motorcycle and gets a deep rumble which is music for the rider’s ears. 

Suzuki V-Strom SX

Price: Rs 2,11,600

For all the touring enthusiasts out there, the Suzuki V-Strom SX is the adventure motorcycle you can get at the same price as the Goan Classic 350. With the Suzuki badge comes the engine refinement. It gets a 249cc oil-cooled engine which makes 26.5PS and 22.2Nm, and is paired to a 6-speed gearbox. The V-Strom SX shares many components with the Gixxer 250 such as the main frame. It is available in a single variant and gets bright colour options which makes you stand out in a sea of motorcycles. 

All prices ex-showroom

Here are a few options which you can consider at the same price as the Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350. Which motorcycle would you get? Do let us know in the comments below!