Speed 400 VS Hunter 350 | Can Triumph Beat Royal Enfield at Their Own Game?

Today we got the chance to put the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 or HNTR 350 head to head with the Triumph Speed 400. Triumph saw how well RE is doing in the small capacity sector and they wanted a slice of that pie!
But can the speed 400 beat RE at their own game, in this video we find out which is the best motorcycle. we talk about the handling, looks, performance, stopping power, price point and more…
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[@saddle8bag]

BTW, Royal Enfield was the best thing that ever happened to Triumph. Around here, Triumph can't keep these little 400 bikes in stock they sell so fast.

[@JustPete-wm1fy]

Same in Pennsylvania

[@nandadityaswami7452]

I got mine in 2 months

[@antoniodossantos9525]

O mesmo aqui no Brasil, aguardando a minha👍

[@josiahmeyer7430]

I’m trying to but a scrambler 400 and there is only one red one in the entire state of Arizona, I’m trying to track down a green one but they are scarce!

[@nandadityaswami7452]

@@josiahmeyer7430 2 new 400s are coming soon Launch is confirmed during Indian festive season which will begin next month One is thruxton 400 the other is not known possibly a Bonneville or tiger hopefully it's tiger

[@vincesacca5025]

Royal Enfield is a nice-looking simple bike. I don't want to deal with a radiator, water pump, and fan etc. Simplicity is the best for me.

[@knottytoob]

Nailed it. K.I.S.S.

[@MaxUtley]

That’s exactly it - same with 411 and 450.

[@saltaireorangebicyclechopp8555]

That's why l have an xvs950, not much air cooled cruiser choice apart from an HD.

[@mohitjoshi5394]

RE Hunter 350 comes with a unique suspension setup esp. designed for ultimate pillion comfort. They are known as THE TATTI SUSPENSION

[@spcomics7006]

Oh really what about the stiff suspension😂😂 then

[@markxt2]

Rode both of these recently, and believe it or not , the triumph with that bit more power was encouraging me to ride in away ive been trying to get away from. Where the hunter was just perfect, out of those 2 i would go hunter , but i recently bought the Meteor 350 in Aurora Green, and over the years i have come to understand that the best bike is the bike that puts a smile on your face and makes you feel awsome , which doesn't involve anyone else's opinion 😎 good review guys as always 😎😎😎

[@mikein60fps30]

They are both beautiful looking bikes. One thing which is never talked enough about is the location where you live, which makes a huge difference. Are you a Brit on the island? yep very small bike works great; one, too lane roads all good, or even alot of places mainland Europe/though i hear Spain opens up big and or autobon Germany. Are you in the states? not happening (depending where your at) where i currently live its 5/6 lane highway's and people "cruising" (cars) at speeds usually 75mph or 120km🤣. Yep a low power bike simply doesn't cut it, not only that its dangerous when people zoom past you at 20mph faster then you. Currently on a Trident 660 and its all good/ yes not a beast, but no slouch, yep "everything is big in the states" sigh, and unfortunately that's not always a good thing. Best of luck, -Cheers

[@joaoah]

Here in Brazil we have both, but the speed 400 is 50% more expensive than the hunter, so they don’t compete with each other.

[@breninblablabla3818]

Tenho uma Hunter, num futuro não tão próximo, vou ter a Hunter 450, aparentemente vai ter a mesma qualidade e ser no mesmo nível da triumph, fora que no Vale do Paraíba (SP) não tem concessionária Triumph

[@42much1]

That is what I was thinking how the triumph is so more expensive here in Brazil. It should be around 26 grant here.

[@ripster36]

Same story in India ! (Both are made in India) Speed 400 is here considered as Premium motorcycle whereas RE was never considered as "Premium" in India.

[@mfcodes]

Same thing in Colombia. Triumph is a premium brand here, the Speed is like 40% more expensive than the Hunter (actually, it's called HNTR here) and so are spare parts and services.

[@raphaelborges2430]

Tem a Osten em SJC. Concessionária Triumph​@@breninblablabla3818

[@romeldias]

You guys are probably the first to pit these two against each other and this absolutely makes more sense than anything else! Great review as always!

[@roadrunner2757]

No i dont think. Speed 400 competes against KTM Duke 390, BMW G310r, Honda CB300r, MT 03, and all other 300-500 cc naked bikes Speed 400 looks Retro but it is more of a Naked Sports bike

[@sudharshangarg8936]

The Speed 400 was meant to be a RE 350-500 cc killer in India. The classic + meteor + hunter sell some 50k pieces a month. Triumph and Harley (the 440x) both are aiming squarely at this market. It is sort of working with Speed selling an avg of 5,000 units per month. Though I personally feel that the Speed has a much peppier engine meant for Indian cities (crowded af) while the longer stroke Hunter is for the highway

[@romeldias]

@@sudharshangarg8936 and in the international market as well...Triumph has only ventured into this category because all the manufacturers are seeing the numbers RE are doing even internationally in this segment!

[@roadrunner2757]

@@sudharshangarg8936 i dont know why you said longer stroke engine of hunter for highway. I have seen hunter cannot run continously on Highways either. Whereas Speed 400 can do 800kms (maybe more) easily in a single a day. I have done close to 650kms in a single already that too in 9 hours

[@kushagraN]

​​@@roadrunner2757it all depends on local pricing, the triumph pricing in india was an absolute shock, the hunter which is the cheapest of the RE's 350 range is only about (₹30k) 300£ cheaper than the triumph about the same as the best selling Classic 350, and definitely a more advanced bike over the RE's. Duke 390/bmw 310's/ Mt03 are all a lot costlier here

[@trevorholman1542]

I have a Triumph Speed Twin 1200, which I love, but I like to keep her clean, so don't take her out if the roads are dirty, because frankly she is a pain to clean. I recently purchased a Hunter as a second bike. She does not get dirty, as the great mudguards keep the crud of the engine. She is blacked out, so much easier to clean, a quick wipe or a light spray is sufficient. This means I'm able to ride when the weather has been bad without worrying about getting her dirty. Yes the Triumph 400, is probably a better bike, but because of the design, I wouldn't want to ride her on dirty roads, for reasons given earlier, consequently less riding time. The Hunter for a back road Bimbler is certainly a good choice, and very importantly for me, easy to live with.

[@PhilipBallGarry]

From a Speed Twin 1200 rider, that's high praise indeed 😊. To be honest, each of these bikes appeal to a different customer. I've often found that I ride with a different mind set depending on which bike I'm on. The Hunter embraces the feeling you get when gently bimbling along enjoying the scenery. Like my CB300R, the Speed 400 probably enjoys being ragged and is great fun if a little more focused. Either way, great fun whichever the bike.

[@rogerhenry3481]

This Speed 400 owner is frankly IN LOVE with his Triumph! I live in Southern California, near Malibu, and have been derply enjoying riding the tightly curved Decker and Latigo Canyon roads, but also the long sweepers on Mulholland Highway. As mentioned in the video, the Speed 400 is ideally designed and calibrated for such riding. From my perspective, that of veteran rider, nearly 60, the Speed 400 is as close to riding perfection I have encountered.

[@johnstone7697]

As someone a bit older than you, I tend to agree. The handling is really amazing....very flickable yet very stable and secure in the turns. The ride is also very comfortable. The light weight, combined with the surprisingly perky engine, really makes it a blast to ride. It reminds me of my early riding years when I rode a Honda 305 Superhawk.

[@AjayTeluguGuy]

Yea S 400 is the perfect bike but for a second bike ...simplicity and city/daily riding re is better... Although i expected better mileage given its lower stats

[@Plough78]

Thanks for sharing ... Seriously contemplating the speed or scrambler ..🤔

[@suryanshridesbikes]

​@@Plough78 Get a Triumph!! RE is good for city riding but that's about it, only 20PS doesn't go too far! Triumph's 40PS makes it a better overall bike

[@AmfnD]

I purchased the hunter after selling my Suzuki M50 cruiser. I wanted something small, playful, and cheap. Its hard to beat the price on these for what you get. More importantly, it is simple to work on and my goal was to mess with it and make it faster. It has all the right touches of modern, but feels like working on the 80's bikes I started on. I dont regret the decision. Its plenty fast for commuting on non highway roads, and it sounds fantastic. Fuel X smooths out the throttle, DNA gives it grunt, and once i get the cam and remove the cat, it will be a ruckus little bike. Sure, in the end I may spend more than just having picked up the triumph, but the fun along the way, and experiencing the transformation is priceless.

[@ElwoodPDowd-ed7pc]

I liked my Hunter and I rode it all around, it just lacked a bit of power, especially up hills. I traded up to a Speed 400. The seat on the Speed 400 is not as comfortable as the Hunter and I can’t get used to the buzziness in the bars, on longer rides my hand goes numb. Otherwise, the power the Hunter lacked is definitely apparent in the Speed 400. Also, I miss the center stand, especially when maintaining the chain. Lately on the Speed 400 (only 2800 miles) my check engine light is on and it always takes me turning the ignition key on / off to get it started. Talked to dealer / mechanic - they said it’s a known issue since 2023. Something to do with the chip in the ignition key not communicating with the immobilizer unit. To keep enjoy riding until Triumph creates an update to the firmware. Never had an issue with the little Hunter.

[@johnstone7697]

The engine has double the power, so the vibration will naturally be higher. However, I don't find it that intrusive when cruising up to 65 in 6th. Get some gel filled riding gloves. It cuts down on the numbness considerably. Haven't had any electronic issues at all with mine. Solid as a rock. Hope they get yours sorted out.

[@ElwoodPDowd-ed7pc]

@@johnstone7697 thank you for sharing your experience and the info, much appreciated.

[@sergentcolon1]

@@johnstone7697it doesn’t always follow that higher hp results in more vibration, it’s more down to engine design. Years ago I owned a BMW F650 single which had 50bhp and didn’t find it buzzy at all.

[@saikrishnathiwakarrk]

Yeah i have heard that and seen that with my friend's who had 400x scrambler and then a hunter. When asked how are they he said "i think the hunter is slow but when it sees the prey , it hits it with deadeye precision, the 400 on the other hand literally runs with the prey and then takes it down." I agree 💯 with what he says 😂.

[@ElwoodPDowd-ed7pc]

@@saikrishnathiwakarrk interesting analogy … i tend to agree. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

[@ChancellorBeeHaw]

14:48 this whole sequence was quite funny, and quite informative. love the fact you’re both just genuinely trying to figure out the difference in the seating position whilst doing this funny back and forth

[@silkycherry]

RE all the way for me. They are just fun and relaxing rides. 👍

[@roadrunner2757]

Trust me you will be Surprised the moment you test ride speed 400

[@nandadityaswami7452]

Try the triumph It is relaxed and got the power to go unrelaxed whenever needed

[@Plough78]

#metoo I've test ridden the Speed.. It was nice but prefer plodding along on my trusty gas ⛽ sipping , super comfy Meteor 350 🎉 *Plough* RE Fan Boy 😂

[@Plough78]

​@@roadrunner2757 I would rather buy an RE Interceptor 650.. ❤ *Plough*

[@roadrunner2757]

@@Plough78 all the Good Luck to you!! Knowing the Reliability and Build Quality of RE's.

[@ralphrotten6912]

Have a RE Classic 350. Did the cam, decat, DNA air cleaner, 16 tooth sprocket and Fuel X lite. Improved performance dramatically and still has the classic looks. If I want to go fast, I'll ride my Triumph T120. So I'd pass on the Triumph 400...

[@AndrewCaton-q6s]

Hi, I find it better now that you're working together. The content is a winner . Good luck. 😎👍🏻

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Glad you think so!

[@thejoefowler]

I had a Hunter and put 3,000 miles in it in 8 months. I loved that bike. Loved it. But I couldn't go faster than 70mph and couldn't get on the freeway. I would take side streets to get anywhere. So, heartbreakingly I sold it and upgraded to a Bonneville. Which has the same basic style and size dimensions and riding position. Love this new bike and can take it anywhere now. I've put more than 2,000 miles on it in the last two months. The 350 single was a great starter bike, but it was time to grow up.

[@scarecrows1705]

Exactly my experience, I went from the Classic 350 to a T100 .

[@adi_1706]

RE 350 engine is underpowered

[@user-rd3ou5ev6o]

Purely an american problem. Here the speed limit is 70 mph, even on 'freeway', so there's not much point to having more power.

[@michaelpatterson9185]

If you like to go fast why are you wasting time on the 350/400 class of motorcycles?

[@Plough78]

​​@@user-rd3ou5ev6oSame here in Thailand . My Meteor 350 has all the grunt I need. Love it ❤ *Plough* 🎉. RE Fanboy 😂

[@The1977andi]

Great video, if i was after a 2nd bike id go for the RE but if i could only have 1 bike then it would have to be the triumph.

[@harshaldesign]

This.

[@wingrider1004]

I've owned the Honda CB 750...a Goldwing 1200...and currently own a Goldwing 1800...but, I am now 70. I don't want a big bike, a fast bike, an expensive bike, or something I cannot work on myself. I've ridden all over the Southeast United States, I've gone too fast at times and ridden in the North Georgia mountains in the twisties. Now, I just want a bike I can putt around on, and enjoy the view. The RE fits the bill very well. I like the Signal model. Great video test.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@wingrider1004 many thanks 😊

[@sho_k1]

Im gonna be "that guy" in the comment section who says.. "Nothing beats the classic 350". 😁😁

[@00Resev]

...except the Bullet 350...meh... 😛

[@Staromil]

I'm gona be that guy that tells you "only if chrome is really your thing or the ergonomics of the Hunter are not your thing and you are more like a rocking chair type of guy"

[@LeStraTele]

I do like the classic and bullet. Nice vintage styling.

[@PhilipBallGarry]

​@@Staromil 😂. My rocking chair rocks 😎

[@drmachinewerke1]

Funny reading these post . I ride a intercepter 650 And I ride it daily on gravel and dirt roads . 6 mile each day . I have many bikes . Seriously a barn full . I'm thinking of the 350 because it is just cool . And I want one The triumph is over priced here in the center of the USA . 6500.00 Fact is I may fly to LA if I buy the 350 . And ride it back to Kansas City .

[@giuliotoffano4763]

Can't go for the triumph as it is liquid cooled. I have the hunter 350 and I love it. If I wanted to go fast, I'd probably go for a 650-700 cc bike at least

[@RevsAndWheels]

Yes, the Hunter speedometer is off-centered to make way for the tripper navigation which can be purchased as an optional extra.

[@johnstone7697]

The 350 with its 20HP reminds me a lot of my Suzuki TU250X, with its 16 HP, but weighing 100 lbs less than the RE. From the reviews, the performance of the two seems to be pretty similar . For me, on US streets and secondary roads, it was just too slow, making me feel unsafe.. My Speed 400 is hardly a rocket ship, but it can easily pull away from cars at stop lights and get up to 60mph quickly enough giving you that extra margin of safety. Drivers in the US these days are always in a hurry (and distracted), and you need that acceleration to "keep you in the game". I can't stand constantly being passed while on my motorcycle. As for looks, while the Classic is very cool, the Triumph is certainly no slouch. I've gotten tons of compliments on mine, which has the red/gray tank.

[@PhilipBallGarry]

Thanks guys. An excellent video that nobody else really wanted to make 😊. Some very good points raised, and a lot of these echoed in the excellent comments.

[@dee-ker5867]

i love how both father and son have the same reaction and mannerisms when it comes to greeting strangers

[@splodge5714]

The Triumph is a much better bike all round. Performance, weight, comfort, looks, finish, reliabiity, servicing, resale value and best of all more fun.

[@greatkingrat]

Completely agree. 5000km servicing on the RE vs 16,000km on the Triumph tells you which has more quality.

[@captainpugwash788]

A few of those points are facts. The rest is completely subjective nonsense.

[@morri03]

The Triumph is a Bajaj with a Bajaj engine with Triumph designed engine covers etc.. still the real comparison will be when the Sherpa engine goes into a Hunter chassis

[@santiagovalenzuelaa7944]

Yes, RE is Just merchandising and poor quality

[@adi_1706]

​@@ahshisan NO

[@AndyFletcherFletch]

You both make watching YT videos fun! Thanks for the side by side. New rider here and I bought a classic 350 because of you. Considered bothe the Hunter and the Meteor, but went for the looks and comfort of the Classic! I love love love it!. Wanted a little more speed and picked up the SM 650. Cost effective and so fun to have both bikes for different types of rides Thanks! Keep these coming!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Many thanks, and great to hear 👍🏼

[@Plough78]

Nice garage that Andy . I got a Meteor 350 but want to add another ... Interceptor maybe ..

[@GaryE-h9k]

Great review, I agree the Hunter is better in looks but it's the Triumph Speed 400 that I like more mainly due to better engine performance, more suited for the riding I would do. Here in New Zealand the price difference is only $405 NZ.

[@JoJo-hc4dj]

Both are lovely bikes, I agree the styling of the Royal Enfield is better ❤

[@the_winged_helm]

I have the Speed 400, and I agree! The Hunter definitely looks more elegant and a proper retro with the traditional forks, halogen lamp and that beautiful tail end design! I picked the speed because I wanted a classic looking roadster, but with decent performance and modern components. Just wish they had gone with a simpler (and more effective) headlamp, black front fork cylinders and a more retro tail end design like the Hunter.

[@charbum]

I feel the opposite. I like the speed 400 styling better personally.

[@FunWithAJ]

Id go with the triumph of these two. That said i give RE the most respect as they woke many manufacturers including Triumph up to the fact that sub 600cc can sell like hot cakes

[@colinpettit3448]

I know it's a strange reason but it has to be the Enfield because I won't consider any bike without a proper front mudguard. Styling over practicality again

[@jez6208]

Very interesting. As always. Tough decision. I own a classic 350 and I love it. I like the Triumph but tbh, if I was going to buy a second bike, I'd want something larger. I'm hanging on for the Classic 650. Love the show. Keep it up. Oh! And the old man's spiffy boots were great! Got my wife's attention anyway. 😂

[@GapBahnDirk]

You two are the voice of reason and common sense. I loved that review!

[@NoFrictionZone]

Great comparison guys! Both of these bikes were on my list. I chose the Speed 400, in my area I need the extra power. Plus I actually love the looks. Funny that both of those colors were my choice. 🤙🤙

[@vijays7579]

Hunter RE I bought after finding out that the finish on it was of a higher grade, living in the most populated country and commuting in never ending traffic, it still makes my mood change to - better. Had it for a year now, am very happy 🎉

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@vijays7579 great to hear 👍🏼

[@cuhdi8964]

Your efforts into making these videos are much appreciated

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Many thanks 😊

[@andrewvickers4487]

Hello guys, well done for covering this, I'm sure this is one comparison fans of either bike won't want to miss. Really enjoyed hearing your thoughts and top job all-round as always!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@aceofspades5786]

Both are excellent and refreshing to see new models of smaller capacity bikes. Waiting to see if Honda take the bait and a reincarnated CB400 four comes available.

[@MrJulianneave]

The 400 four would be targeted at a much higher performance and sportier segment than these two though. I occasionally used to ride a 1975 cb400f. Pretty fun bike.

[@alexugur]

I fell for the Hunter's looks and that hasn't changed with the emergence of the triumph single. Whilst 40hp is enticing, for me the deal breaker is the Hunter's long stroke engine with it's low down torque and ability to plod along happily and comfortably at the lowest of speeds, ideal for exploring the smallest of lanes whilst enjoying one's surroundings. Having fallen in love with the Hunter, I don't mind spending some money on any mods that make the bike happier than Euro regs would otherwise allow: DNA wide open air filter with a decat pipe and stumpy 225mm end can from Delkevic have improved manners, performance, and sound tremendously without losing any of that low end grunt which has remained as smooth and accessible as ever. With the engine so much freer, it can even hustle a little. I took a gamble with the non regulation exhaust can but I can now say I'm more than delighted with it. The short 225mm option was the only one that would fit without touching the side luggage racks. I was concerned it would be uncomfortably loud. However, with baffle in, it is loud but not too loud. It's certainly not offensive with normal relaxed riding. Best of all, the can simply amplifies the character of the long stroke single with nothing hooligan about it. (However, the stainless steel exhaust with a near vertical down pipe does change the bike's blacked out and rakish aesthetic somewhat, but nonetheless adds character in a more old world way).

[@steveoswin6084]

19:29 Have to totally agree with you Alex! I have pretty much done the same to.my Hunter I have also added the fuel x pro plus and it goes like stink without taking away the character of the standard set up ! I'm glad you highlighted the concern of the Delkevic downpipe it seems they have followed the form of the Himalayan/ scram 411 which looks out of sorts with the downtube frame angle,,I have highlighted my concerns the Delkevic if more customers who bought this do the same maybe they might reconsider the design .

[@roadrunner2757]

These TR series engines are crafted in such a way, that speed 400 have good amount of torque in low RPM's i glide through traffic sometimes 3rd gear on, No throttle no Clutch it glides through traffic easily at a speed of 20-25kmph

[@nandadityaswami7452]

Man try the triumph It has such good torque low down that you don't feel that it is a short stroke engine Triumph 400 is the best thing in motorcycling world Quality, fit n finish, simple, good performance and the price

[@alexugur]

The fairly steep steering angle is an important characteristic that also attracted me to the Hunter. I was curious what that would feel like, as it was my intention to learn slow speed riding skills (I'm 68 now and slow speed skills were not part of the driving test back in the day). Since I've had the Hunter I've already learnt how to do figure of 8's comfortably within the width of 20' / 6mtrs and also to do continuous circles in that space (a much more demanding a task on my V-Strom). The hunter's geometry is both confidence inspiring and incredibly forgiving in tight spots. I expected to have the odd tumble whilst practising, but so far that hasn't happened yet. As to stability, the lighter the grip and the less input on the bars, the better (watch Moto Control's KZbin channel for How-To and research based advice on bike handling). As to 'no hands' riding in a straight line, the Hunter feels more stable and reassuring than my '08 650 V-Strom, which too is an incredibly planted bike. PS, I feel no compunction to test the Triumph 400, as I have the V-Strom for when power, speed, distance, or carrying capacity are of concern.

[@Aitch412]

Enfield looks, Triumph power... jobs a goodun... in the end I went for the Triumph Scrambler... being a lanky 6 footer the Scrambler fitted me. better... the lack of power of the Enfield was the deal breaker... At least with the Triumph, power is on tap for the odd motorway/A road excursion... Ride safe lads...😎👍

[@kriscotner7105]

Great video!!!! Id pick the Speed 400 right now but the new RE Guerrilla 450 coming out in July will be more of an even match to the Triumph and it will have more authenticity as a actual RE than the Triumph Speed 400 being perceived as a badge engineering job

[@the_winged_helm]

The Speed 400 is more of a modern roadster with modern componentry, but a classic design. The new RE roadster will be more traditional in that sense, but the power will be on par with the S400. I do hope RE playes with the sprocketing and gear ratios to make it better for the low rev city performance compared to the Himalayan 450. But that is something RE generally doesn't do, case in point being the different 650s with same gearing. But it will be a more interesting comparision for sure!

[@johnstone7697]

@@the_winged_helm What will the RE weigh? As much as I like their bikes, I find them rather heavy and a bit slow to respond on the handling side. One of Triumph's big advantages with the Speed 400 is its light weight.

[@the_winged_helm]

@@johnstone7697 for most of the RE bikes, you'd be right. But there isn't much difference in weight between the S400 and the Hunter. However, I understand that the rear suspension on the Hunter is not setup well. The Triumph definitely has the more sophisticated setup.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Lovely chat. I LOVE the Guzzi🖤

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thank you!!! I’m so in love with it too 😁

[@itskyb]

Triumph for me. With any luck I will be able to look at both the Speed and Scrambler today.

[@stevesteve1965.]

Like to see the RE Scram 411 alongside the Triumph Scrambler 400x.. thats what I'd be looking at if i wanted this engine sized bike, i think thats more of a interesting comparison

[@mikaelpettersson2389]

For me, the choice is dead easy: Triumph. Cheaper, 2x as long service intervals and hece half the service costs, double the performance. Nicer engine sound, much better suspension... if I hadn't already ordered a Guzzi when I tested the Triumph, I might have bought it on the spot!

[@RichardWilliams-kf5vw]

Regarding the offset Speedo on the Hunter, if you don’t want a Tripper nav pod, Hitchcocks sell a rev counter that fits in its place.

[@williamnethercott4364]

That was a good idea, a very useful comparison.

[@LowQualityPigeon]

Big fan of RE but its really hard to recommend RE after riding the speed 400 personally. What a great bike it is and they are selling really well here in India. Im thinking of getting one for myself now after i had a test ride a month back.

[@kwakithailand]

Great comparison VDO, lads 👍

[@midtennmoto7541]

As an owner of a Royal Enfield 350, I can tell you that these engines really need a lot of break in time. They’re a completely different bike after about 2,500 miles from new. I love mine immensely now. It’ll never be fast but I enjoy it more than any others I own that are all much more powerful. Great video guys!

[@MikeMcRoberts]

The dial is offset because there was meant to be a Tripper display on the right hand side. However, due to the global chip shortage they do not have any and so are selling them minus the Tripper.

[@tomstockell9481]

Good comparison 👍and please keep the vintage bike rides coming - really enjoyed that

[@MindfulMotorcyclist]

Loved this one guys. Good back and forth and great small capacity bikes. My cuppa tea for sure!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Pleased you enjoyed it 👍🏼

[@pfroo40]

If it were my only bike, I'd go for the Triumph, it can handle highway speeds more comfortably and is generally more spirited to ride. If I were buying a second "around town" bike, then I'd pick the RE, as the power difference doesn't matter much at low speeds, and the RE has a lot of charm.

[@Rinzler900]

So this was a very interesting review to watch! About 5 months ago when I was taking my lessons these were the exact two bikes I was looking at and thinking about which one I should get. I absolutely agree with your review and summary of them. I was quite torn as to which one to get, the Hunter seems like great value for money but the Speed 400 feels like a bike you’d keep longer with it’s extra power for when you’d want to us it etc.. I think ultimately for me one of my main concerns was would I be bored in 6 months time as I like a mix of riding and would want to keep a bike for a few years. But then after looking through some of your other bike reviews I came across the ol’ man’s review of the Triumph Street Twin 900! Have to say I’d very much recommend watching that review, it sold it to me! I passed my test about 3 months ago and bought a second hand 2019 Street Twin with just over 1k miles on the clock for £6k. I think it’s superb and is happy at both low speeds as well as high, very manoeuvrable. So just to add really that if someone was also considering a second hand bike for slightly more then I think that’s also worth a look too.

[@loddude5706]

Hmm, at 5'8" with a 31 & 5/16ths" inside leg (thankfully both sides), I can see that Triumph making a nimble little 'cafe racer'- with 40bhp on tap, it's Shirley Worth an alloy tank, rear-sets & short bars - just to blow the nose-bag off Enfield's rather 'Dobbin' GT's AND have lots of fun without necessarily throwing your license straight through the nearest judicial shredder. Maybe I'm just an old hooligan eh? : )

[@garryclarke-kray4071]

I’d go for the triumph, more power to cope with modern traffic

[@richardelford1923]

The Triumph is a more modern take on a classic theme. The Royal Enfield carries more of a traditional take with careful updates. I chose the Speed 400, it's just better allround!

[@Grumpy-Goblin]

I know looks are subjective but I have no idea how you could find the Hunter better looking than the Speed 400 but each to their own I guess. It has to be remembered that Royal Enfield prices have come down but even at £1000 difference I think the Triumph beats the Hunter on looks, performance and looks a more premium product with better components which all adds up to a more complete package.

[@BlueRidgeRider]

Thanks in part to your reviews I traded my Hunter for a 2020 V7 Stone. Extremely happy with my choice! I had the Tripper on the Hunter just to balance the looks. Didn’t like the function of the Tripper. The Moto Guzzi also has the speedo offset. A minor annoyance. The Quadlock with vibration damper is HUGE compared to the Peak Design phone mount, and they all come with vibration damping. Why do you care what you look like on it? The best way I can improve my looks is a full face helmet!😂 To me it’s all about the feelings.

[@brianchristensen1475]

Great Vid again, I really like your content generally, but when you are reviewing together i feel you get a more nuanced review! Great Job!

[@claudebernard1059]

Exactly the comparison I was looking for. Thanks, lads!

[@mattnbiking8338]

What were those brown gloves riding gloves? Loved them. Great video as usual!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thanks, the brown gloves are from Fuel 👍🏼

[@MikeNoble]

Older rider here and now that they put radiators on bikes I’ll never get an air cooled bike again. Summer heat is enough without the engine heat radiating up on me. Both look great. Great review.

[@forkrust9296]

I say that is an issue but the fans usually kicks in fast. Cause these bikes are designed and manufactured in India for Indian climate and roads. So the heat in India is excruciatingly hot, so the manufacturers knows these problems and try to work it out. Europe heat should not be that big of an issue. However if you are in Middle east or a place where its as hot as India or more then water cooled is the way to go.

[@cascarification]

Es al contrario , las de refrigeración líquida con la euro 5 se enciende el ventilador enseguida y tira todo el calor al cuerpo .

[@Sankara561]

Meteor 350s are currently discounted to 2999+OTR, Hunters can't be far off. I agree with the Old Man that the Royal Enfield is the better deal, at 5k the Triumph is more than halfway towards a Honda 500, or Benelli or CFMoto 450 etc, all of which are substantially more of a bike.

[@davidlight4659]

Looks like a bonneville? It's definitely a compliment in my opinion. I agree that the dial design goes to Royal Enfield and both dials should be centered. By the looks of the front forks and muffler Triumph wins those two categories. I like the front turn signals on the Enfield, but I like the look of the Triumph larger headlight better. If I had to choose a test ride of both would definitely be required....and fun😁

[@HeinzLammerding08]

Love the minimalistic designs from Royal Enfield and these long stroke engines give good thumps

[@robbikebob]

I've got a 600 and needed a second bike for commuting and short runs so I don't have to keep using the 6.. so I've gone for the hunter... I don't need performance, I've got my big bike for that, I wanted something far more chilled that was a completely different ride to my 600/4... the triumph would have just been a slower, slightly retro version of my bigger bike.... ish...

[@jedw9983]

Just been out around the Algarve hills with my friend who has a Hunter. He loves it, and rides it so skillfully around the bends it's hard to keep up with him. He also has a Ninja H2 and other sports bikes like the Suzuki GSX so the fact he likes the Hunter speaks volumes. Either that, or he uses it so I can (just about) keep up with him 😂. PS he's put a 19 inch front wheel on the Hunter, instead of the 17 inch that comes as standard, as he says it rides better, and looks better.

[@arkodeepsen3627]

I own a Hunter and a neighbour own the Triumph. Enfield feels like a simple seat on an engine. Just the basics. The Triumph feels like a high maintenance machine which would complain if I don't meet her demands. It's really an expensive and high-maintenance motorcycle for Indian conditions. The Triumph is a lot quicker but throws me off every time becuase it lacks character. It feels like any Bajaj motor. Ultimately it goes down to preference and both are great machines and what a time to live!

[@toluwole]

I’d do the classic 350 (Signals Marsh Gray) AND the 400 Speed. Already fast enough and power with an MV Agusta F4 RR and BMW R1100RT, so glad to see some lighter, easier going, heritage-ish bikes out there, especially for newer riders and us O.G.s wanting a second or more affordable, smaller and capable.

[@MRo55i74]

Love the speed 400 it’s a great bike

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Agreed!

[@darklord9102]

The 450 platform is the direct combination for Triumph 400 series....(Yet to launch 450 hunter & scram)

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes defo!

[@orange42]

I thought the quadlock vib damper was just going to be marketing spin but was amazed at how well it works.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Yes it really is fantastic!

[@selenahairston9292]

I love my Royal Enfield ! Great for a beginner I feel super comfortable

[@matusknives]

I am not a biker (yet), but a second hand RE 350 can be had for quite a bit less than the Triumph, so I just might go that road and see how it goes.

[@richardjohnson3463]

I haven't tried the Triumph yet but had a Hntr out for a test tide. I see you're Enfield had a loose rear view mirror, so did mine! 😄.... The lack of performance would put me off the Enfield also it felt small to me and too twitchy somehow. Great value though both of these!

[@skotty1962]

I do love my Hunter. Upgraded suspension front and rear. DNA filter and cover. Mini crash guard and flyscreen. Mandatory Quadlock on the bars. Great little commuter. Some decent tires next. Thanks chaps.

[@BigYouDog]

I'm 6'1" plus boots, and curious as to the fit of the 400. Now that I'm 75 and have sold my last big bike (Yam 1200 Tenere) I still can't get used to walking into an empty garage. I don't tour anymore, but would still like a Sunday bike.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@BigYouDog did you watch all of the video? We are a similar height and talk about this 👍🏼

[@85waspnest]

Both are good looking bikes but at 6ft 2in I'd go for the RE Scram 411, especially at the moment when many dealers are selling them off at £3700. I'm tempted as a second bike for Winter use when my Honda CB 1100RS is hibernating.

[@jubei6802]

Nice.. love the loose father son talk in the end like a conclusion. Good shit boys!🤜🤛✌️

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thank you 😊

[@motorbikerscosmeticcompany1594]

The triumph is more what younger riders will go mad for I think. It's kind of what the Japanese were doing in the 80s, a fast nimble mid size bike. They're both great for what they are but I think the Triumph has it here. Great comparison.

[@chrisdagnall8666]

Great review, really worked well with you both doing it, being able to have a conversation about the bikes between you helped the review. For these two I would pick the Triumph, I actually think as a town bike the RE 350’s don’t work as they do not have the power to get away from traffic so again the Triumph for me. However if this comparison was Triumph with the Classic, I would pick the Classic as for me the looks are what appeal to me and I would use it for country lane bimbling and the power wouldn’t matter.😊

[@KevinSwan10200]

Is that the ol man's new home in the background? I have Harley's at home but I am headed to the UK to buy a motorhome. I was just looking at the dimensions of the Hunter to see if I could squeeze it into the garage and travel around with it. But you reminded me that the Triumph is an option. Coming off a Harley do you think 20 hp might be a bit painful for me to adjust to? Should I go the triump? Love your work.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

The Royal Enfield is fine for country back roads and cities but not if you want to ride faster roads 👍🏼

[@tomoates8568]

Before these Triumph 400s came out I used to toy with the idea of getting a Hunter to customize into a scrambler. With the Triumph Scrambler 400 just being about 1500 dollars more it wouldn’t make sense to dump so much money into a hunter vs just getting the scrambler

[@georgewilliamlyngdoh1973]

Guerilla 450 would be much of a competitor

[@ck3289]

RE is launching Guerilla 450 based on liquid cooled sherpa engine used in Himalayan in August ! That would definitely beat Triumph in looks and performance !

[@stephensmith1118]

so was this really 'Rutland Weekend TV' ?..... and surely the Ruttles should have been the music in the background....

[@richardeyers322]

what stopping me buying is each other,i like both,

[@tebcaeroiihs7067]

Beautiful motocycles, they are. I love the Hunter 350

[@Thegeordiemonkey]

Still yet to try the speed, rode the 400x last week on demo and loved it other than the clutch lever and handlebar angle killed my arthritic thumb, hopefully speed rectifies this , went off Enfields after sitting on them, just find them very heavy for what they are although i like the looks.

[@paoloportales4758]

Love the styling of Royal Enfield, easily beats the speed 400 but in terms of spec and value for money, I gotta have it to the triumph, don't get me wrong here, really love that hunter, but until I get to ride both, I don't have a final decision

[@ice2642]

Here in Brasil the speed 400 cost near the super meteor price. The hunter is about 2/3 of the speed 400 price.

[@peteeldridge1783]

Living in the U.K. the Triumph is so capable. Even if you wanted to tour t could cope. have a bigger bike with panniers etc to go with my touring buddies but, moving on, and a choice of just one bike, the Speed 400 might be the one to stay in the garage. 80+ mpg, 200+ range and comfortable all day.

[@roadrunner2757]

I own a Speed 400 from past 10 months. Now both these bikes are way too much different. Speed 400 is a Hoonigan, and have Heart like Sports Naked bike. Speed 400 carries lot of quality. Hunter 350 is just a cost cutted classic 350 thats it.

[@sathishrao7926]

Couldn’t resist the price tag of $3.5K and got the Speed back in September 2023 as my second bike.. Can’t be happier about it.. Speed is the better looking of the two to my eyes..

[@SatyaS_Pradhan]

As an Indian in my country The triumph speed 400 makes a lot of sense for the purpose of a city bike ... the air cooling of RE becomes a pain in the afternoon when during summers the temperature outdoor can be higher than 40 celsius ... the heat from the engine of RE in summers is really uncomfortable .. moreover the triumph is lighter and accelerates faster ... making way through the crowded roads will be easier with a light weight vehicle and the quick acceleration will help in staying ahead of the crowd ...

[@muhammadmejanulhaque3305]

I love how peaceful your videos are. these days youtubers shout too much. especially the young ones.

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Great to hear 👍🏼

[@cputeq007]

I bought my Scrambler 400x 5 days ago and love it! Great little bike, and way more fun than my Africa Twin or WR250R

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@cputeq007 awesome enjoy 😉

[@sergentcolon1]

People are making a lot about the difference in service intervals for these two bikes, but for a lot of U.K. owners who tend to be older riders who mostly ride in warmer, drier months it’s irrelevant as both bikes will need to be serviced annually and the bikes will be serviced long before milage requirements say. I used to own a HONDA CRF250L which had 8000 mile or 12 month service intervals, guess which always came first?

[@snakesocks]

I am biased, but one of the guys at work showed me the electrical wiring harness of the Hunter 350. It was an absolute dog's dinner of a job. They're nice on the outside, but RE's often show where they've cut some corners underneath.

[@DavidSkidmore-e5t]

Wow how nice to film in the grounds of your own HOME....😉😉😉😄.........

[@gigapudding4557]

Got to sit on both at dealership recently and surprisingly the 400 felt very cheap compared to the Hunter. Heck it felt cheaper then my old Honda Navi, just was not impressive at all especially being a Triumph even more so when I checked out a 03 America they had and it was a world of difference in quality between the two.