2022 Royal Enfield Hunter 350 review - Not your typical RE | First Ride | Autocar India

[@arvindmaikhuri1937]

I have 90 rupee in my account still watching this video for no reason....

[@pramitmazumder7810]

I took a test ride and was instantly amazed by the smooth engine and the throttle response. It's unbelievably good from a brand like Royal Enfield.

[@RishaadMody1]

UPDATE: Royal Enfield has now updated us that the seat height is actually 790mm, not 800mm as we were initially informed

[@phoenixsurya6701]

How do you know bro can u tell me where I can find the new seat adjustment

[@seepranavg]

I am 5.2 feet tall, currently riding FZS v3 which has same 790 mm seat height. Will hunter be good for my height? Just asking.

[@Vod_Cast]

@@seepranavg I can say yes but better go to the nearest RE showroom for test

[@beastincarnate239]

@@seepranavg ofcourse. My friend is 5'1 & rides most bikes out there

[@Deadpool_500]

​@@seepranavg it won't be a problem brother.... I am 5.4 I ride ktm Duke 390 which is much taller comfortably.

[@RahulSingh-ev3ul]

Just test drove it, every word of this review is true. The bike feels unbelievably light and nimble.

[@DavidSenna57]

And slow,basic, feeling of cost saving

[@Amory98]

Well it's basically all plastic so no surprise. The engine still has the typical long stroke laziness

[@banmnx4823]

I highly appreciate the bold risk that Royal Enfield & TVS are taking by launching the Hunter & Ronin respectively..i am so disappointed with Yamaha India for not launching the XSR 155

[@abthevoyager]

REs have always been attraction but this model may actualy see more buyers because of 20kgs weight reduction which makes it more agile and usable for larger masses and may give higher fuel economy as well if driven around 70~80 kmph

[@indiacha]

I always trust Autocar reviews more then anyone else on youtube.

[@sriramvaidyan]

I agree no frills but pure and reliable

[@multistrada5645]

@@arisachumi3914 true. Most car reviews are just a brochure presentation

[@ameydatar8078]

Only Rishaad Mody😍

[@Rohandesai01]

Yes genuine n neatly presented each time

[@srividyasadanala7178]

Yes

[@himanshuheartthrob10]

Rishaad Mody you are too good man! Reviews always feel well researched, give all details and all so in use of simpler words. Loved this review of Hunter 350! Better than others! 😃

[@RishaadMody1]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@garagewheelz]

@@RishaadMody1 next to Karthikeya I've become a fan of your reviews 🙂!

[@RishaadMody1]

@@garagewheelz 😃🙏

[@kishoreyc]

Exactly what the Indian customer wanted. Little more refinement in a smaller package

[@rashmiranjanbaral2115]

What an absolutely wonderful review ❤️❤️... Being a Meteor owner.. I really think this is a master stroke from RE... The Hunter at @1.49lacs starting price is going to hunt down every rival in this range...

[@kirankizhakkekkara8389]

Good to know that you are a Meteor owner. How long you have been driving it? I did some 4.5k on it and started rattling noises. Do you get it?

[@aakashchoudhuri]

@@kirankizhakkekkara8389 I've done 3.2k kms on my Fireball Yellow. Till now, no issues faced. Indeed the halogen is a downer sometimes. But the effortless seating posture and buttery smooth power delivery at 80-90 kmph is a charm for me. After all, the traditional Enfields are not meant for blasting past the tarmac. They're more of thumping around in top gear at a sedate pace.

[@sathyaki]

@@aakashchoudhuri aand 80-90 is not considered as sedate pace in India where over 60 is illegal on 90 percent of the roads for bikes.

[@MeowMelodyy]

@@aakashchoudhuri my dad owns a very old RE and it's sound is amazing and he says the very same thing as you about Enfield! People who ride Enfield really have a good personality

[@JohnVaz52]

Would love to see a Hunter vs CB350RS soon. Great to see this sector get more competition.

[@parvezali9549]

I am a big auto enthusiast specially biker. But inflation and high fuel prices killed the enthusiast in me.

[@RajA-wi2ut]

It's a no contest. Also explains why RE Hunter is being compared with the TVS Ronin a 225cc bike which matches the Hunter in terms of performance.

[@charlesdmonte5024]

with all due respect, i have test-driven the hunter 350, and I own a cb350. the cb350 rs would smoke the crap out of the hunter 350.

[@KashungNgampam]

This will own this bike in 2026. Saving now 😊

[@deey__]

RE just nailed it 🔥 out of the park 🤞 this will change REs future🤞

[@nishantkumr]

Yep! It did change my mind! I am a Naked Sport or Racing Sport guy. Just a casual visit to RE and I had a test drive. And yes, it’s not like a typical RE. For the first time it appealed my taste. I am a 6 feet tall guy. I did feel this was little short bike for me but after the test ride. Damn! This is going to appeal many who are going to try RE first time. Smoother than any other REs and yet powerful. I just wished it had 6 gear setup. Nice thought by RE engineers it’s a breaking change. Kudos to Eicher Motors!

[@DevangSaxena141]

Loved your review simple but fun. All aspects were covered smoothly. As someone who has been riding a Yamaha FZS for the last 4 years, this seems like just the upgrade I was looking for.

[@a_m4608]

I've never liked any RE bike,never would've considered even once...until this!! Designers have nailed the looks and proportions,there's enough going for this bike to be a runaway success especially considering the price. If it rides half as great as it looks I'm buying it.

[@kirankizhakkekkara8389]

Dont be so excited as design is the only thing I would consider better on this. Owns a meteor and already started giving rattling engine noise at 4500km. QUALITY is questionable!

[@GovindYadav-ny5ei]

@@beethan8214 he is lying bro 😂😂😂😂 He is not able to find from where the rattling noise is come Even after 1 week 😂😂

[@ParthMaru11]

That flat seat with a rear backrest would look superb with this duel-tone bike. What a unique beauty!!! 😍❤ Awesome review as well. rishaad mody is the guy 🙌 RE has certainly nailed it with mass appeal.

[@ManisshYadav]

Honestly, I never liked any of RE bikes except Meteor. But that’s not something I would ride on an everyday basis. I’ve been looking for a bike with basic specs and retro looks, with a little bit of character, and finally, my search is over. I loved this bike and definitely going to buy it. And as always, great review. Love your style of reviewing. Thanks man. *hearts*

[@kristophertrout7328]

It reminds me years ago in the late 70s when Kawasaki introduced a budget KZ400 which came without a tachometer, and had drum brakes on the front. The price was approximately 75% of the normal KZ400.

[@geoffreydaniel4557]

This looks like a baby Street Twin/Speed Twin 900. Would make a great city bike!

[@ritvikg]

Yes, with 150mm ground clearance and stiff clutch, it indeed will be a great city bike.

[@sathyaki]

@@ritvikg not for kids with weak buttery fingers and 150mm is more than enough unless you prefer to ride the stairs in your "city". Get an activa mr weakoo.

[@moviestar5883]

@@ritvikg not harder than my HD XR1200X. My left forearm muscle are huge af

[@E.after.D.I.am.T.H]

😂was wondering the same. People were so worried about the ground clearance of Husqvarnas and here they are saying this is absolutely fine

[@rohithbharadwaj8643]

An amazing design..looks like mini Street twin🔥

[@mr.p2407]

The youthful clam RE.!!! NEVER A BIG fan of RE BUT this with the practicality n price makes it ❤️❤️❤️

[@alkalineacidd4385]

Yr get a thunderbird for 40-50hzar... Change tank and headlight... BOOOM u have a hunter 🤣🤣🤣 purana engine chassis sab same h nam ka difference h bs 🤣🤣 congrats chutia bn gye aap nam k wjh se

[@DavidSenna57]

It's not calm ,it's slow, top speed 114 kmph,my scooty is faster

[@rohanmiscrits]

@@DavidSenna57 No reason to go above 100kmph with a 2 wheeler on Indian roads

[@GovindYadav-ny5ei]

@@DavidSenna57 so 😂😂😂 We are happy with 120kmph

[@tejasdeoghare7411]

RE is consistent to give always some character to their bikes... 👍🏼👍🏼

[@siddharthanand5652]

An amazing looking bike with a sporty chassis design. I don't know why RE thought that the classic's thumper of an engine would be enough for this bike which has clearly been designed to be agile...

[@sagarsawant2540]

I never miss Rishad's motorcycle reviews. I really, really enjoy them.

[@RishaadMody1]

Thanks!

[@markymarknj]

I CAN'T WAIT till the Hunter 350 comes to the US! Too bad it won't be until next year... :(

[@allans7281]

Wonderful review!! big fan of the line up here in the states. I’m a proud owner of a Meteor and I think this new hunter will be a hit! !l Allan USA

[@VishalAgnihotriX]

Excellent review. Really tempted to buy this as my first Enfield. The looks are killer. The pricing is too.

[@pratiquewtf]

Thank you Rishaad for reviewing it. Being a 6ft, i could always relate and wait for your sitting comfort part. I like simple cinematography as well.

[@ArunSapaare]

I absolutely love the design of this bike, looks quite youthful. But one thing that I don't get is why does RE never give LED's in the front?? They could significantly improve the looks for the bike & improve the visibility in the night. We need LED's RE!

[@sathyaki]

the halogens on REs are brighter than most of the LEDs in under 2 lakh bikes. Did you even listen to what the reviewer said? Further, installing a LED bulb aftermarket is not gonna break your bank.

[@somakadityaray8793]

you can put the headlight from the thunderbird, it will look good IMO.

[@Trackandshield]

@@sathyaki he's probably talking about DRL's

[@theUnArtist]

Have you ridden at night? Halogens are far brighter compared to LEDs. But i agree, the LEDS improve the looks

[@BikingChap]

because LED lights ar elittle more than a fasion and additionally would jar on a bike like this.

[@RK-yg9te]

मैंने इस बाइक को चला के देखा है बहुत ही छोटी बाइक है एक बार पास से देख लोगे तो मन चला जायेगा क्लासिक चलाने वालो का ये कोई नहीं बताएगा आपको

[@karthikdeventhiran]

Rishad your reviews are getting seriously good 👍🏽 . Kudos and keep up the good work

[@Aarav_arts-B]

People may hate RE, says lots of things against RE, but still RE IS THERE tall and strong, kitni bikes launch huin RE ke against kitni companies ne bikes launch ki RE ke competition mai ... But ... RE is still going stronger day by day ... RE 👍

[@BikingChap]

Incredible that a direct currency conversion gives a price UK pounds of under £1,600. If only.

[@tanish2204-p9o]

Honda charges premium for a reason. They certainly have better engineered bikes. Riding the RE's & CB350 siblings back to back clearly proves that. But sometimes Honda commands too much of a premium that is not justifiable. Even the locally assembled Hondas are relatively pricey compared to the competition. RE's do have unmatched comfort & customisation options in this segment.

[@itsmeee7364]

Cb350 is priced less than top model meteor and classic and cb350 easily cruises at 100-120 kmph but RE 350 j series feel stressed after 100kmph

[@rajaoctober14]

That's old Hondas but today it's not the same. I own Hornet 2.0 bought last year so many electronics problems, there is breaking issues with abs, Speedometer not showing speed alone, false neutral problems etc, Honda showrooms in bangalore is piss poor services and parts are expensive but they have never fixed any issues, when ever i go to service center there are so many people cursing & contemplating why the purchased Honda. I paid more and got Honda instead of going to apache RTR 200 still now i don't know whether I made right decision. My friend in UK bought RE Meteor he didn't face any major issue. Honda showroom guys are clever they say the same shit like Honda is premium, reliable etc don't fall for it.

[@sathyaki]

haha..you are talking about a decade back. Hondas nowadays don't have that clear advantage and it was EXPLICITLY said by ALL reviewers in their new RE 350 vs Honda cb 350rs reviews. Still fan boys are like..ba ba ba but Honda is Bonda.

[@-Blue-_]

Bhai Honda pasand karna galat nahi hai lakin jo tum idhar kar rehe ho na usko fanboy bola jata hai aur tum Honda ke fanboy lag rehe ho

[@somakadityaray8793]

@@rajaoctober14 My 10 year old CBR is still performing like a champ, even new duke 250s are not able to keep up. but you are correct on the fact that the honda service guys are a totally nuts, they ruined my bike, so i currently get my bike serviced from a good mechanic who is well experienced and has got all the tools. BTW i live in HYD.

[@Eatwithkaranvlogs]

RE new age bikes will certainly grow their LEGEND in coming years kudos

[@WednesMadness]

When I learnt they are launching lightest RE and when I looked at it's hatke modern styling, I booked it on the first day! I had almost decided to buy TVS Ronin before this. Everything's great, I just wish the seating position could have been a little relaxed.

[@grominwithrob1339]

I hope this comes to the United States, this is exactly what I’m looking for. Good commuter that can stretch its legs a little on back country roads.

[@heyraktim]

Was waiting for this video for so long

[@arshadm1693]

Prices won't stay this low for long,once the UCE standard 350 is replaced,new standard will come in similar pricing of hunter and by then hunter will be in almost classic reborn range.

[@itsmeee7364]

100% true

[@kikichin]

Such a handsome bike with classic and contemporary looks. It's going to be a winner. Hope the price remain affordable in my country.

[@venkat374]

650cc in this frame and design would be a perfect choice...or atleast that option should be given

[@sakalasiva]

Don't you think interceptor is similar frame?

[@SuperImbadude]

This frame is too weak for a 650 and you have a interceptor

[@venkat374]

@@sakalasiva this 350cc engine has been there for a while..enfield has been tweaking it without any major improvements to the engine and it all feels the same..we know 650cc engine in royal enfield is a milestone for the company, when u have achieved something as a company they have to keep pushing it and further develop it..they keep going to again to this old engine..all other international brand gives u a engine option and that option will always have their best engine in it..enfield should have it'd best engine in any new design so that it develops...that's my humble opinion

[@SuperImbadude]

@@venkat374 completely new 350cc. It uses pistions instead of push rods.

[@drthirteen5786]

This is very good news for short people and RE fans and also solo cruising.. 🔥

[@NAVI05]

I want this bike design available in 500+ cc (preferably 600 cc) with a good thump exhaust note.

[@apbhere]

I can't afford it...but i feel addicted to this bike...I literally had to go for a run to stop thinking about it today.

[@ajaysinghthakur540]

One of the Honest & Robust Bike review as always ....Good one Rishabh

[@visharadrawat977]

I feel that this bike can prove to be a good beginners' bike especially for the women bikers who want to start their biking journey.

[@Sangitadevi95493]

I have no money iam 14 years old but still watching this video because this is my favorite bike😊😊😊

[@myytexp7493]

what a relaxing and pleasing review - no loudness in any aspect!

[@DayumSonny]

As a 6'1" rider, I'm immediately looking at 9:19 and thinking "Yep... I need handlebar risers before anything else."

[@narendranm4974]

Please compete this with Honda CB350 and the TVS Ronin 225

[@rajkumarpaul7013]

Can you please post and let us know overall ride Comparison between this and ronin top end in terms of power pickup torque comfort stability braking etc and suggest which would be best buy

[@kushagraN]

As someone who was never a fan of old & sluggish looking RE's of the past, Yes RE has definitely done a great job to appeal to broader demographic.

[@சதீஷ்கண்ணன்]

Nicely put together review as always! 👏👏

[@itsme95140]

My dream bike. Got job this year, planning to buy meteor or hunter350.

[@pareshkumar9019]

Model of royal Enfield bikes.......is awesome for riders....let's.....be a part of it .

[@ajitraj9482]

Make this a single seater and see how badass this would look.

[@wtf2413]

That was truly a smooth presentation..👍

[@rohandsouza112]

the clutch is pretty hard for urban usage tho. can we make it lighter?

[@mrprashantkute14]

We were disappointed by Yamaha when they did't got XSR 155 to India,but now we are happy that an Indian brand has got a similar design vehicle (bike),Now even if Yamaha come with XSR 155 we will prefer RE.

[@musiccoversbypratyush9313]

I doubt so man 😅 xsr is one of the most awaited bikes in India. If they launch, atleast 50% of buyers will move to yamaha.

[@Marjesant]

@@musiccoversbypratyush9313 But Yamaha never launch it india. Instead they will come up with fz-x, y, z with fz engine. Yamaha never respect Indian riders.

[@shirishshinde2451]

we want Comparison between hunter 350 , Jawa 42 and yezdi scrambler classi 350 and Ronin

[@carlbuzz9087]

I prefer to Tvs Ronin. Because Tvs provide lots of features, better fit & finish & services. Tvs is the only brand in India. They spend big money in research and innovation compare to any other brands in India.

[@siddharthiyer2177]

Does it have a kickstart though?

[@khajaamjid4898]

Who else thinks that Scram is better for enjoying both city and off-road regardless of the price issue ..😉

[@shivvashishthabhargava4600]

Absolutely superb. The Hunter seems perfect. 💫❤️

[@rohitkore3994]

This anchor worth every penny 💯🔥

[@Soul...............00011]

Companies should produce a comfort commuter bike segment and it will be a relevant segment for indian roads

[@kunalroy9392]

Royal Enfield should launch a seperate brand for these modernish motorcycles. Because Royal Enfield should never forget the classic retro designs of the classic.

[@dr.commentator7067]

Clearly shows RE released a model to rival Honda Highness, and when you look at the specs and refinement, Highness seems to win here too Waiting for Honda's answer to RE with its Brigade edition

[@rahulsawane]

Honestly new RE's are more refined than Honda's 350. Difficult to believe but that's true. You really need to drive them to feel that.

[@Moonlight-hq3gi]

@Rahul Sawane that's a big lie honda cb350 is more refined and faster than these new RE 350s

[@rrsr2189]

@@rahulsawane yeah

[@HariKrishnan-pe3ft]

RE's new J engines are more refined than Honda's engines. 1.5L is very aggressive pricing.

[@Amory98]

@@rahulsawane the re fanboi delusion hit another level with new Enfields are more refined. In 350 long stroke segment the Honda cb is still the benchmark. Even re owners accept that, so do I who rode a meteor and rs back to back. Apart from the sound the rs feels like an electric bike, absolutely no vibrations whatsoever. And that raspy intake note speaks refinement!

[@zataksu]

A bigger tank if could have given made the looks much cooler, but this bike will surely be the most popular bike from R.E

[@ajinkyaborade9114]

I don't see this colour variant on RE India's website! Is it now available or not?

[@rahulsharma1343]

RE fans don't buy Enfield because of much specs or checking much features.. They just buy it 😂. Because its THE ROYAL 👑 ENFIELD. I ll be upgrading from old classic to this now. Lets see how HUNt goes on Hunter.. 😎

[@chuckingfoot]

RE has got something right with the hunter. I am seeing girls riding the new hunter on the streets. Kudos

[@prafulhy9685]

Can we get rear disc with dual channel ABS fitted on retro?

[@indraniladak8370]

Can you tell me which version of royal Enfield 350 is better for touring ? Retro factory, metro dapper or metro Rebel?

[@saurabhbagare3320]

This bike is exactly what Bajaj V aimed for but couldn't become.

[@jatinaryaa]

Can we change the front soccer rubber to plain rod soccers ?

[@deepanshukapoor8591]

Waiting for ur review till now 🤩 i want to buy dis bike desperately ❤️✌️😍

[@krishnanred]

Confused between Meteor and Hunter, which one to buy...?? Please suggest

[@cosmosredshift5445]

Okay good will wait for comparison with others

[@ritvikthakur2445]

I wished that Royal Enfield could made a bike like this but with its 650cc engine, it would be a lot of fun!!

[@akashbarnwal5048]

Everything is good but the height, I am 5'11 and for me it looks quite small... I want to buy it but seat height ka kya kru ?

[@harshavardhanaharsha7261]

I am eagerly waiting to see comparison video between Meteor, Hunter and Ronin from you guys.

[@vijaymuppala7372]

Really nice .. tnx May be another episode like the one u did for all the retro bikes

[@tharmy9784]

Finally I have purchase tomorrow ihave so excited

[@LuisAzcuaga]

Would you say the teardrop gas tank from the hunter is narrower than the one from the meteor? I know is like an standard in crusier bikes, but that and the wide seat were the two things I didn't like. But man I loved the yellow from the Meteor, it's a shame Hunter doesn't come in that color.

[@azhar8598]

3:50 is the exact spot where the Indian riders with the Indian Roads are introduced🤣🤣🤣

[@imsu1887]

can a newbie go for this bike?

[@omiaadeez7035]

What about vibration ? Does it make any difference on the rearview mirrors & most importantly what about the engine heat like old generation R.E's ?

[@NepolianRoyalRides]

My height is 6’2 I booked a test drive yesterday. This bike is too small I was looking like a cartoon. Please give correct reviews. This bike best suited for height 5’1-5’8

[@gyanendramishra220]

Please do comparison video between ronin and hunter....your views matters....plzzz

[@himanshumahanand]

What a beauty😍 Love the way you explained everything very simply 👌🏻👌🏻

[@summerslider2487]

Autocar is the place I come for reviews first

[@AK-xd9bj]

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼. GOOD WORK. RISHAAD MODY .

[@KrishnaTalkies]

Cons : it doesn't have radiator to cool down the engine so the running distance can be short.,else you'll feel the heattttt🔥🔥

[@trickychap]

Not really. When you extract just 20 horses From a 350cc mill, it doesn't tend to heat up much.

[@abhijatpandey6380]

Seeing all its +ve and -ve, I would say skip this bike. Rather buy a Honda CB350. I covered the whole south India on it recently (15000 Km in 3 months )and can say that Honda is class apart in terms of performance, reliability, off roading, top speed, and I was riding at 120kmph most of the time, with zero vibrations. ❤️

[@pranshusharma2707]

In person the bike looks small in my opinion, the only thing that concerns me is road presence.

[@jagan5834]

Content of auto car💣

[@rahuljayachandran4128]

It looks great.One of the best looking motorcycle in its class😍🙂.Great review,loved it.

[@arjunks316]

Damn! This review gave me goosebumps.