Latest Update, 25th December 2023: It has been updated with a new engine, chassis, features and colors for the year 2023. The bike now comes with a 349cc BS6 engine that produces 20.2 bhp and 27 Nm of torque. The bike also gets a new twin downtube chassis that improves the handling and stability.
Introduction
The Royal Enfield Classic 350 is one of the most popular cruiser bikes in India. It is inspired by the post-war G2 model that was launched in the 1950s. The bike has a retro design that features a round headlight, a teardrop fuel tank, a split seat and a side-slung exhaust.
Variant and Color
It is available in six variants: Redditch - Single Channel ABS, Halcyon - Single Channel ABS, Halcyon - Dual Channel ABS, Classic Signals - Dual Channel ABS, Classic Dark - Dual Channel ABS and Classic Chrome - Dual Channel ABS.
The bike is also available in 15 colours: Redditch Red, Halcyon Black, Halcyon Green, Halcyon Grey, Halcyon Blue, Airborne Blue, Stormrider Sand, Gunmetal Grey, Stealth Black, Chrome Black, Chrome Grey, Chrome Green, Chrome Red, Dark Stealth Matt Black and Dark Stealth Matt Grey.
Engine and Power
This motorcycle is powered by a new 349cc single-cylinder air-cooled fuel-injected engine that meets the BS6 emission norms. The engine has a balancer shaft that reduces vibrations and improves refinement.
The engine delivers a maximum power of 20.2 bhp at 6100 rpm and a peak torque of 27 Nm at 4000 rpm. The engine is mated to a five-speed gearbox that offers smooth gear shifts.
Fuel Efficiency and Tank Capacity
It has a claimed fuel efficiency of 32 kmpl (ARAI) . The bike has a fuel tank capacity of 13 litres that gives it a decent range of around 400 km on a full tank.
Features
It comes with several new features that enhance its functionality and convenience. The bike has a new digital-analog instrument cluster that displays the speedometer, odometer, trip meter, fuel gauge and clock.
The bike also has a USB port below the handlebar that allows charging of devices on the go. It also gets a Tripper navigation pod that shows turn-by-turn directions using the Royal Enfield app on the smartphone. It also has disc brakes on both wheels with dual-channel ABS for better braking performance.
Wheel Size and Weight
It has a wheel size of 19 inches at the front and 18 inches at the rear. The bike has tubeless tyres that offer better puncture resistance and durability. The bike has a kerb weight of 195 kg that makes it stable on the highways but slightly heavy for city traffic.
Rivals
The Royal Enfield Classic 350 faces competition from other cruiser bikes like the Honda H'ness CB350, the Jawa Perak, the Benelli Imperiale 400 and the Bajaj Avenger Cruise 220.
