2023 Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Review

[@tonyfrancesco3701]

I’m 73 and I’m going to look at one today . I’ve been in the saddle since 1966 on Harley’s since 1976 . This bike is also for experience riders .Just look at it , it’s a beautiful bike . At 73 I don’t want a big heavy bike

[@1DougBeard]

I also am an experienced rider, looking closely at this bike! Wish it had a tach though..

[@tonyfrancesco3701]

@@1DougBeard Agree , I’d love a tach and especially a kickstarter

[@Staromil]

@@1DougBeard you can retrofit a tach for few bucks if you really feel like you need it. Just google for how to do it on the Meteor. I thought I would do that but after two months of daily use, I really don't. You can feel it doesn't like to be reved, you get excellent feedback from the exhaust (the sound is just so much fun all the time that I would listen to it and not the tacho anyhow) and the gears are kinda short so you adapt very quickly to which gear you want at any given situation. Second nature.

[@tonyfrancesco3701]

@@1DougBeard Just bought the dapper gray at the Royal Enfield dealership in Albany New York . Great looking bike great sounding ✌️

[@GIGABACHI]

You are a legend, my good man. At 73 I don't think I'll make it, let alone be riding. Stay "free" (riding) as long as you can ! ✊

[@wtmvm]

Picked mine up friday and have 120 miles on it now. Lovely machine, not fast but has a great retro feel to it. Handles superbly given its built to a budget, that and the build quality makes for a very satisfying package.

[@divyamsharma1453]

Picked mine on sat and have 160km on it now

[@frankmalone8389]

I'm 59yrs old and concur with everything you said. Twist the throttle and go.

[@johna6968]

Sir you just hit the nail on the head. The term beginner bike is so patronizing and used way too much in the US. Simplicity can be so refreshing and something others should try. Many of us have been there and got the Tshirt too yet would still choose a bike like this to ride. Thankyou

[@johnhereth2692]

This bike has no guts...

[@johnhereth2692]

I have been riding since 1973 and this bike takes the crown as an underachiever.

[@ss_whole]

I see a few older guys in the comments saying their current "big bike" is too heavy for an older person to wrestle around and this small bike would be perfect.....no wonder Harley is in such a sales slump.

[@jimmywhitlow2012]

Harley has made small bikes in the last few years, but like all their other bikes, they are a bit overpriced.

[@chakranshuyadav3104]

Bought mine of same colour a month ago.. Amazing bike for its price. It got both characteristics of mild cruiser and fun city bike.

[@pritesh.s]

Most people dont get the simplicity royal enfields r made with nd trol them for the same but they cater a different audience nd so nice to see it getting recognition from a legit channel.

[@xb5883]

I like the simplicity but sat on them and they feel like Huffy / Wal Mart grade bicycles, parts like the handlebars are very skinny, the frame and welds look like they will crack, pegs, levers and foot controls all feel disposable, terrible tires, terrible suspension...

[@yeluripati]

​​@@xb5883At the price point of $3999, are you expecting a carbon fiber model😊.

[@xb5883]

@@yeluripati they aren't that cheap in the U.S. They are barely less expensive than entry level Japanese brands which feel substantially higher end in their build quality and fit and finish.

[@yeluripati]

@@xb5883 mmm, I am from India and not a fan of RE. But RE improved their bike quality a million times compared to a decade ago. I don't say they are beating Japanese in Quality aspects but still improvement is highly visible. So one don't regret purchasing RE these days as it is happening with quality problems of Chinese bikes(with few exceptions) in usa market.

[@mattdog1982]

No, I can’t agree with this. The new 350 reborn is a well built bike at a competitive price. The point is that no other manufacturer is bringing out this style of bike at this price point in the North American/European market.

[@rohanchapman4159]

I have this bike in the blue, it's great. My last 6 bikes have been between 750 and 1200, this thing puts out around 20bhp. It shouldn't be anywhere near as much fun as it is. Not fast just huge amounts of fun. Covered more miles in the last three months on this than anything else. It's a blast. Easy and cheap to mod too.

[@christophertyacke6019]

My first bike was a 1975 Honda 175 street bike. I was 16 and I found the joy of the open road. My Dad had a 1977 Honda 750 four K that he bought as his first bike at 45 yo. Two weeks later he went on his cross country trek for almost two months. He kept it for 3 years driving it to work all the time and then sold it and never rode again. I on the other hand had the bug for life. I'm almost 60 and last rode about 5 years ago . Now I see this RE Hunter 350 and I'm hooked, I can't wait to start riding again on my new bike that will take me back to the beginning when I found the joy of just riding a motorcycle to get away from it all . Good job ROYAL ENFIELD!!

[@chrisb9740]

I got my first Yamaha in 1972 and had many bikes since. I've looked at these RE Hunters and planning to get one later this month. My current Honda CB750F is a tad heavy for me to handle at age 68. This looks like the perfect way to trade down. Looking forward to my next decade of riding - on a Hunter 350.

[@ukvamp]

i'm really considering one of these in the UK for the winter months, cheap enough to run and self maintain and not worry to much about the winter weather wearing bits out as it's cheap enough to afford to replace and fix bits

[@Lee-70ish]

The 350 power plant is rapidly becoming a legend. Simple easy to look after and full of character. Any of the 3 Enfield styles are great because of their simple souls. I've gone from a 900 Kawasaki to the Classic specifically to get back to a bike with spirit. Something modern machines have totally lost with their tech and performance fanatasim

[@WallaceMorrison]

My wee little friend Livvy has just graduated motorcycle school and she's getting this model. I had a Triumph when I started riding and this reminds me of that bike, a lot. She'll love it.

[@kenhoward3512]

When a rider/reviewer with the credibility of Evans enthusiastically says he "had a blast" riding this 350 all day, that means something to me. I intend to be a "returning rider" this coming spring, and what I'm looking for is simple fun from a simple bike for around-town and rural county roads, and this might be it. 'Like a smaller version of my last Triumph Bonneville.

[@DavidAyotte-p5u]

63 living in Ecuador now . To much power would get me in trouble I can't handle anymore . Great bike for old bikers to buy . With just their walking around money . hahaha

[@lgwappo]

There's another market for this bike. Older riders like me who can no longer handle big heavy bikes but, not quitting riding. Bore & stroke for this bike is 72 X 85.8 mm. Meaning the motor will cruise at lower revs & have torque to get up hills without several downshifts.

[@Hsp44]

Yes its a long stroke max power at 6k rpm and torque at 4k

[@winnabow6653]

Have a classic 350 as an errand runner, fun bike, folks ask about it all the time

[@ME-ov7vp]

congrats, i had a classic 500 battle green color, and im thinking about getting the green classic, signals edition, super fun bike for the city, going to the gym, etc. Once people understand what they are buying, purpose of this bike, they fall in love with it. if i want to go fast and go cross country i used my 67,000 pound Honda ST1300

[@christopherspentgaris2369]

i like the way this guy does his review....no bullshit like so so many other reviewers...keep it up boss....

[@christopherguzzi1316]

Dude, you look so good riding that motorcycle in your bluejeans.😅😉🤗😘

[@dnp_x]

I think it’s 27 Nm not HP 5:15

[@elijahbrooks8589]

I’ve been looking at the scram for a third bike but this is now a contender

[@xb5883]

Why do you need a piece of crap for a 3rd bike?

[@phantomfreak7899]

@@xb5883 if your parents thought that way about having you, you wouldn't be born

[@TheParaxore]

Also cheaper then a Grom in most cases and you can actually ride it on the highway

[@xb5883]

@@TheParaxore how are these cheaper than Groms?

[@nathanho3767]

@@xb5883 groms are marked up $1-2k by dealers and even used sellers in many areas

[@michelklee5388]

I liked this review so much is the first one in months I haven't put on 1,25% speed or higher

[@benjaminminty9602]

Basically the same price as a Grom. How can you beat that? I love the looks of it. I have a Z400 and it’s great for riding the backroads. I’m hoping Kawasaki comes out with the RS version of the 400. It’s a really fun engine. If my bike looked as good as this I’d be happy. Then again I’m 60 so I like simplicity and not all the sharp angles on my bike. I love the look of the Scram too but the engines simply need more power to be a contender for my Z400. 40 hp would be great!

[@mark-lj5dc]

I really enjoy your reviews

[@bigal6684]

I've been waiting for this bike, as a machine I can jump on and ride around the town without putting on 3 layers of armor!

[@xb5883]

Why wouldn't you gear up if you are still out on the road with other vehicles and hazards?

[@johnnyblue4799]

@@xb5883 Because he thinks hitting the road at 40mph falling from a slow bike will hurt less than falling from a 1000cc superbike at the same speed... just guessing... :D

[@GIGABACHI]

@@xb5883 weird mentality, I tell you. Common sense missed that fellow.

[@troykelso]

Dress for the crash, not the ride.

[@VincentStevenStudio]

It's a weird logic, but I get it. I feel the same way about my scooter compared to my Harley. I guess because it's more nimble and easier to handle, it boosts your confidence, and it feels like you're less likely to crash. While with the heavier bike, it just feels more dangerous. But yeah, it doesn't make sense when you think about it. You're still as exposed as any bike.

[@raviramanbesra1344]

i loved how you covered the aspects in this video! love from India😊

[@VenomM778]

Toilet

[@raviramanbesra1344]

@@VenomM778 bullshit

[@frankseymour4162]

Nice review. Well done.

[@leoveroude4492]

I believe this bike will appeal to all ages. Harley has the same opportunity with the X350 but they are not making it available in North America 🙄🙄. Good enough for their rider education courses though!

[@GIGABACHI]

". . . Sorry, we can't have such a thing as a CHEAP, China made entry level motorcycle being sold in our home turf to dilute our overpriced lineup of "Made in the USA" 2 wheeled Winnebagos . . ." H-D probably... BTW, check that main wiring harness, last time I checked it on a 2019 Electra Glide Ultra Classic it had a label that said "Made in Mexico".

[@jimmywhitlow2012]

​@@GIGABACHII know it's a joke but RE are made in India.

[@andres_carepez]

I love it! But as a tall guy... I went for the Himalayan. I wanted the meteor but I looked like a giant clown on it. The scram was ok... not sure about the Hunter. But I gotta say the red one is the stuff of dreams for me!

[@gothops154]

Beautiful bike, EXCELLENT price point. Service intervals could be better. But overall what a home run from RE.

[@hemanth_naidu_javvadi3507]

Going to buy 😍❣️ next month ❤

[@timolanteala-brown9608]

It's just great fun, plenty of upgrades inc 410cc & 500cc big bore kits😊

[@JasontheScout]

Looks like a great bike to have fun on.

[@Firestorm637]

Motorcycles not about specs but sum of the parts. My first motorcycle was a new 1968 Honda monkey. I was 10 years old. I own a Grom today with my Super Duke and MV AGusta 800rr Dragster

[@inseasonandoutofseason]

cant get it in Iowa, Nebraska & kansas....& only 1 place in Colorado - ft collins....sigh

[@COYGunners]

Great sensitive review

[@SSS-mp8th]

Good looking bike and affordable but almost 3x the displacement of an air cooled Grom but only 1.9x the power and twice the weight.

[@ShubhoBose]

Torque is 2.5 times though, so doesn't "feel" slower. Not just that, RE's bikes are known to do a bit of light offroading too easily.

[@jeromej221]

COOL BIKE, HOW TALL ARE YOU, SIR? I JUST WANT TO GET AN IDEA OF THE SCALE OF THE BIKE. THANK YOU!

[@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist]

I am 5’11”

[@kyakaruvlogs2784]

Waiting for the Hunter 450 LC

[@kevindarkstar]

Where did you hear about that, as far as I have seen RE are developing a 450 LC Himalayan which has been seen on the road in India

[@kyakaruvlogs2784]

@@kevindarkstar Its already being tested & spied on. May be either called Hunter 450 or Roadster 450

[@GIGABACHI]

Y E S . 🤘

[@NickB-md1oy]

It took till the end of the video to get a small taste of the sound of the engine

[@mociczyczki]

if you dont care how slow it is compare to some other bikes cos 20 hp and 60-70 mph gps cruising speed satisfy you +0-62 mph in 15 sec than its perfect bike for you 😉 i once have 10 hp bike and riding it was alot fun but it required specified point of view which than i have 😉👋🏻 now me goal is 60-70 hp in 200 kg package with strong lowend midrange 75 nm at 4-5 k rpm 60-65 hp at 7,5 k rpm 5 manual 200 kg and we start talking 😎 100 to much 200 hp way to much but 20 to small so yea fak dys bike 😁 and have anice day 👍🏻

[@danCK1990]

I am waiting for the Harley to introduce their 440 cc bike .. once that hits the shores of usa u guys are going to have a entry level bike war....😮😮😮😮

[@joeprine1543]

What's the top speed?

[@adityan3208]

75-78mph

[@phillipsmith1489]

Have we found a bike that's slow enough so he won't crash it?

[@Motorcyclecom]

Ouch...

[@mattjones5817]

I want one. I think Enfield pushed to industry to start making bikes like that again.

[@mdfoysalhridoy6855]

My Height is 5 feet 5 inch. Can I ride it????

[@johnhereth2692]

Buy anything with larger displacement you will be happier...

[@teixas777]

Comprei uma hoje !!!

[@leeparrish2526]

Looks like a baby Bonneville

[@bluesman3794]

Is this bike too small for a 6 ft rider?

[@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist]

I’m the rider in the video and am 5’11”. It was small but not cramped.

[@bluesman3794]

@@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist thanks! Btw great review!

[@yahoodlums]

A bike as good as this deserves 40 bhp then it well sell bucket loads

[@khriszty2000]

You ride very ok, for a beginner. Just exercise a little more with the gear changes and you'll master it very quickly. 😉

[@senkim7260]

hey. Stop talking and let me hear the exhaust noise. There is no need for advertising comments. If we listen, we will know.

[@mockbattles]

20 hp. 27 nm.

[@farmoboy83]

27hp available...21hp if lucky

[@सत्यमसिंहराजपूत-ढ8य]

Super My dreams bike

[@bluecheese4877]

It’s KUDOSS not KUDOZE

[@gymworkout596]

Wowww you give me money 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@adadyz363]

Nice comment

[@longtalljay]

Not 27 horses

[@skaraborgcraft]

27hp? Bloody "expert" journalists! Its 20hp.

[@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist]

Yes, sometimes humans make mistakes. The I confused the 27 nm of torque with the 20 hp. Mea culpa.

[@skaraborgcraft]

@@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist Fair play. There seems to be a whole lotta people giving reviews on bikes and stating inaccurate numbers. It matters. There is a heap of KZbinrs I no longer watch due to consistent error. I do not suppose they lose sleep all the time the ad-revenue flows in. Have you ridden a 411? Opinion seems to be the 350 is the smoother unit?

[@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist]

FWIW, I hate it when I make a mistake and don’t catch it in post. My face and name are attached to the videos. Unfortunately, I have not ridden the 411. So, I can’t make a a direct comparison.

[@benjaminminty9602]

If you know it’s only 20 I’m not sure why commenters want to make a federal case out of that. Everyone wants to be an expert. It’s even worse on bike specific pages. Just calm down.

[@pleasedontwatchthese9593]

❤

[@shadowdove3250]

Looks good. Just remember, It's 5 thousand kilometer valve checks. You'd be mad to buy one. Let that sink in, every 5 thousand clicks you need to inspect / adjust the valves. For comparison, the CB300R is a smaller capacity bike, looks retro, has 10 more horsepower, has storage at the back for a phone and wallet, and you don't need to check the valves till 24 thousand k's. It's lighter has an IMU abs and it's around the same price. These Royal enfields really are over priced for what they are.

[@mkshffr4936]

But the Honda looks like something from a transformers movie.

[@billymc2681]

Then go buy the Honda. 😅

[@bushcraftgirl]

Honda can't make a bike with a comfy seat though, royal Enfield can

[@stephanm6509]

Wrong its 10k for tappets

[@RajSarja-vb5gs]

Done

[@johnhereth2692]

I am totally disappointed with the lack of performance of the Hunter350 exhibits. Going up a hill the bike actually slowed down climbing the hill under full throttle.Very expensive maintenance program.

[@emotionalvideosblog7433]

Hi

[@eugenehallahan51]

27hp, I thought it was 20hp.

[@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist]

Yes, I got my numbers confused. 27 nm of torque. Sorry.

[@eugenehallahan51]

@@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist that is no problem 👍

[@johnhereth2692]

This Bike is really suited for a basic level rider. Its power delivery is rough and vibration is high. The Bike had trouble going up hill in high gear, it actually lost speed and I jad to downshift to maintain speed. Maintenance is very expensive. 500$ for simple valve lash and oil change @ Triumph of Seattle. You can save a hundred dollars going to NW Royal Enfield in Lacey Washington. This bike foes not qualify as sn all around crusier. It strains itself at highwsy speeds and has very little reserve to get yourself out of a jam if extra speed is needed.😢😢😢

[@sawmteakawlni6840]

🎉

[@SilasEgbert-i7s]

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[@madrat5176]

Have to adjust the valves at 300 miles 😂. Inexcusable at any price

[@ShubhoBose]

Eh, that's just the first service/break-in. After that, it's every 6,200 miles. if I'm not mistaken it's also one of the very few brands, if any, that offers a 3 years unlimited mileage warranty.

[@peacebrother8942]

That is during the run in period and it is a valve adjustment check to make sure everything is correctly set. This along with an oil change, because' oil and filter'. Thereafter the valves need checking at 6000 mile intervals. And there are only two valves that need adjusting. Complaining about this is inexcusable.

[@madrat5176]

@@ShubhoBose 300 miles is a joke. Show me another new bike with screw-type valves that needs to be adjusted at 300 miles. Show me one that needs to be adjusted just after 6,000 miles 😂. And the new 650 twins have 8 valves that need this, again at 300 miles. No new engine should require this. It’s even worse that these latest generation bikes are following hydraulic valves from the last series, which were maintenance free. What a joke 😂

[@madrat5176]

@@peacebrother8942 The 650 twins have 8 valves and also need this at only 300 miles. Show me another new bike with screw-type valves that need adjusting after only 300 miles. Show me one that needs adjusting just after 6,000 miles. Give me a break. And these new generation Royal Enfields are following the last ones with hydraulic valves that were maintenance free. Talk about a pathetic step BACKWARDS. No excuse for this at all.

[@mattdog1982]

Swings and roundabouts…… yes it does some quite often for a clearance check. However, its cheap and you could easily do it yourself. In fact Enfield promote working on the bike yourself. Compare that to other manufacturers. The Japanese operate strictly don’t touch policy and triumph service costs are eye watering.

[@gymworkout596]

Fakeeeeee