Royal Enfield Hunter 350 // First 300-mile Service & Valve Adjustment

[@miked1254]

My dealer wanted $700 for the first service. That was also my motivating factor. In the end, it was very easily taken care of. Nice work sir.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the feedback! Did the dealer mention if the valves were in-spec or out, and by how much? 😉👍 --QM

[@prajwaldogra1030]

Hey I am from India here the first service costs around 680 that's around 8$ not sure why your dealers are charging that much

[@ashishpatel350]

@@prajwaldogra1030 well cost of labor....and dealers here can set their own price.

[@prajwaldogra1030]

@@ashishpatel350 at this point it's better to do it yourself

[@RiverRat1953]

Does your 3 year warranty get jeopardized by doing your own services? I liked to do my own wrenching.

[@TJ-qo2xu]

That seems to be an overall easy bike to work on... $600 - $800 is GOUGING for that job. These dealerships are getting absolutely out of hand. Very informative video, and I can only imagine how many people it will help. Be safe and enjoy.

[@QuasiMotard]

Agreed! I know inflation is everywhere, but shop rates have over DOUBLED in the past 3-4 years in my area. I'm quite certain that the service techs aren't being paid double, and nowhere near that $120-180/hr! I knew they were full of sh** when they quoted 4 hours labor for this job. 🤨👎 Hopefully, this video can save future Hunter 350 owners some hassle and expense. I think it's more fun (and smarter) to do my own maintenance. I get to learn a few things along the way and gain some mechanical intimacy about the machine that I'm entrusting with my life! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@TJ-qo2xu]

@QuasiMotard not to mention gouging the price of the SAME EXACT BIKE by $1000 at their location. Like f u

[@confettihunterminus1]

This will be super helpful for lots of owners in the future! Great video!

[@BB-tm7gx]

Here's a story. When India bought the tooling from ROYAL ENFIELD i bought a 350 Bullet in Delhi I eventually ended up taking the sprockets chain and brakes from uk but they warned me in the log book from new it said, " ALL WARRANTIES ARE VOID IF THIS VEHICLE DRIVEN OVER 40 KPH". I loved that bike spent many many months in the Himalayas with it. Cherished memories.

[@BlueRidgeRider]

You are correct. The manual is talking about building the engine, not setting the valves. They had the same error in the 650 manual as well. Counterclockwise for setting valves. When questioned Royal Enfield said it was cut and pasted from the engine assembly procedure. I prefer removing the gasket from the head, using a spray adhesive on the top surface of the gasket to hold it into the cover and using no sealant anywhere on the gasket. It doesn’t need it. From then on the gasket stays in the cover and can be reused several times. This is the part that most people have trouble with. There was even one KZbinr who had a dealer installed leak because the gasket wasn’t straight.

[@BlueRidgeRider]

I added a link to this video on my RE 350 Facebook page. Over 5000 members. I’m sure this will help many of them! Even if they don’t do it themselves, at least they will know what they’re paying for.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the shout-out and the bump! I dont use FB very often (just cross-posts from Instagram), but I'll subscribe to your group for sure! 👊😉👍 --QM

[@DR-lg6xr]

hi..... really enjoy your videos.... l'm in the uk and have owned my hunter for 6 months.... over here the emissions is not tested so i deleted my evap canister.... removed the solenoid, canister and all associated pipework.... blanked the spigot on inlet manifold.... the 2 breathers from the petrol tank now connect to a y piece and one breather pipe exits this y piece down the front frame tube this has made the process of removing the tank much easier and minimised the under tank pipework.....looking forward to seeing your mods when fitted

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the feedback and the tips on the emissions junk. Do you think the engine performance has improved with those changes, or is it about the same? I'm considering removing the emissions stuff (and doing a catalyst delete) from my Hunter at around 1-2K miles to see if that makes any noticeable power gains. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@DR-lg6xr]

@@QuasiMotard hasnt made it better or worse, but i like to minimise unnecessary junk, so im happy i did it

[@ashishpatel350]

glad to see more people working on their stuff.

[@jimramsey8020]

Can wrap exhaust pipe with aluminum foil to prevent oil dripping on it.

[@QuasiMotard]

That's a great tip! A couple of viewers have suggested that option. I thought about it after the procedure was done and made a mental note for the next oil change. I forgot to include the footage of the front drain plug removal. The oil comes out of that drain diagonally right onto the exhaust... messy, messy! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@HyllustheBarbarian]

I like your style Quasi. Dig in and get her done. In case you don't have enough on your plate, Quasi's Garage should be around the corner. 😀 Great video. 👍

[@davidmendez9410]

Planning to do my own classic 350 service. First time working on a bike but this video made me confident thanks man!

[@QuasiMotard]

@davidmendez9410 Thanks for watching and leaving feedback! The maintenance is straightforward on this bike, and you only need basic hand tools to get it done. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@kristophertrout7328]

My 300 service cost me $312. I did the 6000 valve adjustment/ oil change myself. It is less messy putting it on the side stand when changing the filter. I do replace the o ring on the filter cap because it is under pressure. The valve cover and the drain plate are not.

[@QuasiMotard]

It sounds like your dealer does honest work without price gouging. Two hours of labor and parts would be around that price. Next time through, I'll definitely lean my bike onto the side stand and also cover the exhaust with aluminum foil (or plastic) before I open the filter cover or front drain bolt. That should make the mess a bit easier to clean up... less drip and dribble. I'm planning to wrap the exhaust with DEI black titanium header wrap, so preventing those oil spills will be even more important. I'll probably make a removable cover from a cookie sheet that slips over the exhaust and funnels the oil away into the drain pan. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@kristophertrout7328]

@@QuasiMotard did have to drop it off, because they wanted it to be stone cold for the valve adjustment. Dealer is 40 miles from my house. Had to get my daughter to shuttle me.

[@ericbowers71]

I highly recommend a battery powered ratchet driver. They are incredibly handy. I never knew what I was missing out on until I bought one.

[@WickedTrickle]

😆24:17 "is this going all the way to India?"! I spat coffee through my nose!

[@K5bryan]

Thank you for doing this video. Just used it as a walkthrough in doing my first service on the Hunter. Way better than the $750 they wanted to charge me at the dealer. Valves were tight (intake and exhaust). Took it for a quick ride and all is good. Following your video made it all so simple. Hope you are feeling better every day.

[@DearSX]

I am liking this bike more and more, would be nice to own both the Hunter 350 and Hunter Cub (CT125). but I need to sell one of the my bikes first lol

[@confettihunterminus1]

Also, lots of debates in the himalayan forums about which way to rotate to find TDC. Definitely confusing in the instruction manual. The general consensus is the manual is suggesting that rotating anti clockwise can break the bolt loose I believe. I find that rotating the tire to find TDC is useful too.

[@QuasiMotard]

Yeah, I immediately recoiled and had a head-scratcher when I read that line about "...don't rotate anti-clockwise..."! I think they are referring to the reassembly process and setting the chain on the cam sprocket. Rotating the crank forward (anti-clockwise) might not allow the chain teeth to index properly on the cam gear during that procedure. Otherwise, it's generally considered a Bad Idea to rotate the engine backwards during any maintenance procedures. The service manual has several of those oversights and omissions in the texts. The valve check/adjust procedure was also out of sequence for normal maintenance operations. You might start by loosening the components after a full tear-down or rebuild, but you'll always want to CHECK FIRST BEFORE LOOSENING during routine maintenance! 🤣👍 --QM

[@frankiepitt9135]

Follow the manual and stop guessing.

[@inseasonandoutofseason]

wanted to mention that I noticed that Baxter Cycle has a youtube channel called forgotten motorcycles, they got some good videos I noticed about various bikes n parts. Ok tc guys

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the tip... I'll check them out! 😉👍 --QM

[@Lee-70ish]

Good job mate👍 Unplugging the fuel injector is very wise it really helps with rocker cover manouvering. Done all my own classic 350 servicing, its simple and part of the reason I love these J Series. Copied a couple of other guys and took the rocket cover gasket completely off including did away with the sealant . In my opinion the sealant is a manufacturing thing to hold the gasket in place during assembly. Refitting the rocker cover is way easier with the gasket in the cover. I have a spare gasket just incase but so far after 3 removes and refits there have been zero oil leaks without any gasket goo In my opinion its because the rockers are just simple splash fed so no pressure. Anti clockwise is correct for the engine direction. Hole in cam chain sprocket is TDC although the cam alignment tool is nice to have for reassurance. Hitchcocks just got a new delivery of them so I ordered one today after you pinch the last one😊 Ps Bought a magnetic Hitchcocks sump plug . Draining using just the filter cover leaves 150ml of old oil in the sump where muck will lay. Happy riding friend Lee

[@Terry_1111]

You're a great teacher, Quasi! This was a very interesting video! Thanks for sharing it!

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for watching and leaving feedback! 👊😉👍 --QM

[@paulmears5330]

I did my oil change this afternoon and I'll be doing the vaves tomorrow morning. I wanted to burn more fuel to make tank removal easier, so I'm doing thing backwards🤷 Pray for me, comrades!😅

[@QuasiMotard]

Congrats! How did your first service go... any problems? Were the valves out of spec? 😉👍 --QM

[@paulmears5330]

No problems, thanks to your having found all the pitfalls for myself, and the rest of us! Both intake and exhaust were too tight, which I could tell, from the frequent decel pops and general sounds. I am impressed by how low stress the process is, considering it's a modern bike, but I know RE builds first for the Indian market, and so with an eye to keeping maintenance within reach of curbside mechanics. I like the feel of the fittings used on the bike; they are of good quality, and give good feedback when snugging them up. Nothing leaks, and everything works as it should now, and it's smoother, quieter, and the power feels "juicier"😁 Thanks for making a truly useful and insightful video.👍😎

[@paulmears5330]

​@@QuasiMotardI hope your insurance replaces your Hunter, and you get back on the road sooner than later. It's a crime that you had already put as much into that bike as you did, just to lose it to a sh*tbag cager😢

[@mrmoon1482]

I was chatting to a guy who had just purchased one of these I explained that the valves was very easy to check I showed him the valve cover and how to access it, but he insisted that the valves was under the flywheel cover, hope he manages to find your video 😊

[@25chief39]

You want to turn the motor in the same direction as normal engine rotation to ensure that the side of the camchain that does the pulling is under tension, leaving any slack on the tensioner side of the chain. Though for valve clearance purposes it shouldn't make any difference to you at all. It would only matter if you were doing cam chain tensioner adjustment, or for checking valve timing during a top-end rebuild.

[@fattywithafirearm]

Great video Aaron

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks, Nick! I think you'd like this little Hunter 350. This engine feels much smoother than the Classic 500 that you've been wanting. 😉👍 --QM

[@williampatton3444]

Great Job

[@user-be3xh9rs7d]

Excellent video, as others have said, no messing, straight to the point and excellent camera work too. I paid £170 in the UK for my 300 mile service which actually seems cheap compared to your $ prices unless I've misunderstood? But I'll definitely be doing the mid term services myself, oil and filter changes. Nice one!

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for watching and leaving feedback! These J-series engines are simple to maintain. The valve adjustment intervals are relatively long, considering that it's an air-cooled tappet system. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@WickedTrickle]

That's experience at 54:34 , letting the drain plate tip down without removing it so it pours forward into the drain pan. You said this is your first RE?

[@QuasiMotard]

Yep, this is my first Royal Enfield, but I've been wrenching on all of my bikes for 45+ years. It's like those old Farmer's Insurance commercials... "we know a thing or two because we've seen a thing or two"! kzbin.info/aero/PLMrOMvFNshf79I8KteByPDGAnOOCMka40 🤣👍 --QM

[@mr.somebody1493]

​I always learn something from your videos....

[@REZrblde]

Really enjoyed tbis one. You need to give us more QuasiWrench videos if you can haha. I don't usually have time to do my own maintenance on my bike so i just send it to the shop but i am curious how valve checks work and all.

[@robertbraden8939]

Good video on valve checks . Well done

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks! 👊😉👍 --QM

[@stevekent7972]

Very interesting video thanks . I've got the hunter last June lovely bike I've got 1000 miles on it now had my 300 mile service done at Watsonian sidecars UK. Very good company enfield dealers . I'm going to get the hiscock air filter & handle bar risers next . Many thanks for the great video. Steve kent uk

[@roywalls5595]

I need do that on my Piaggio mp3 Valve Adjustment because it got 3089 miles on it and I think that why smell like gas chocking it out! Mr. Aaron 🍻

[@thepab3072]

The one thing I love about the Honda Grom, accessibility to the engine for maintenance. Yeah it's a 9-10hp 125 but maintenance is a breeze. The Hunter ain't that difficult but rather go a little slower and do less maintenance 😂 Great video like always, still debating what small commuting motorcycle I'm going to buy next. New Grom, CT125, Hunter 350, Or the king of no maintenance but extremely pricey the new BMW CE-02. Got a year to think about it, many videos to watch.

[@QuasiMotard]

Agreed! The Honda 125's are fantastic little engines. I've abused my 2019 Super Cub for 16K+ brutal highway touring miles, and it's still running strong. The Trail 125 (CT125) has the same engine and is just as durable. The CT125 has an advantage over the Cub (much like the Grom) because the valve tappet covers are completely exposed. Checking or adjusting the valves only takes 5-10 minutes... it's great! The Hunter 350 requires more work to get into the valve cover, but the maintenance intervals are stretched out to 6K miles instead of 4K like the little Hondas. I don't know which one will be more labor-intensive when it's all added up, but both bikes are easy to work on. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@thepab3072]

@@QuasiMotard I won't know which bike to buy when I'm ready to replace my dead crashed CB300R till the last minute. I want them all 🤣 The CT is a tank, utility does it all very well. The Grom, low cost, more features than the Monkey, lighter, needs an aftermarket chain maintenance adjusters cause the stock ones are pure pain and LED signal lights cause the old pumpkins are ugly AF. The Hunter is the surprise for me, the price is amazing, looks great as is. It's the wildcard in my list 😁 The BMW CE-02 looks great, the problem isn't the cost but the charging. No inboard charger so you have to run home to charge. The reason why it's in my list is the no maintenance aspect of the bike. Never stop to fuel on my way to work, leave home fully charged. But I can buy a Grom and an Hunter for the price of the CE-02 🤣 Thanks for making those maintenance videos, it's a lot of help for many of us that don't want to give lots of money to the dealer in overpriced maintenance

[@davidn1562]

i got my hunter a few months already did my 1st service, also did the did the recommended cleaning all the relay connectors with have a lot of wht grease & replace the cheap relays with Bosch

[@25chief39]

Jeepers! The pushrod iron-barrel Bullet motors had their valve adjustment at the side of the cylinder. For all its fueling system complexity and valve adjustment inaccessibility, this J-motor platform is no quicker than the iron 350 Bullets!

[@riccardo--4712]

Very good work mate. I only think you are not using the best motor oil available on the shelf. I would go for something better.

[@dry509]

Hello..Dale in Houston here. Have been thinking of getting something like a Honda CB300r… light weight nimble single..had a demo once on a CBR300R and it was a hoot. What would be the different between riding this Hunter and say a Cb300r..both single cylinder 300 ish cc bikes? Asking because I can’t got a test ride. Never ridden a Royal Enfield product? Thanks in advance. And wow the service charge is that much! Making me reconsider an Iron 883…no valve adjustments ever and it is belt drive…no chain to clean and adjust. Different type riding experience of course.

[@QuasiMotard]

Howdy, Dale! The Honda CB300R is a hoot to ride... it's lightweight and nimble. It's more sporty with a high-revving engine and sporty ergonomics. I was considering getting the CB300R, and I still might. I couldn't find the Pearl Yellow color anywhere, so it's on the back burner. The Hunter is an old-school retro machine with standard, upright ergonomics and a relaxed attitude. The Hunter's retro styling is what attracted me. It's back-to-basics motorcycling... relaxed, slow, and (hopefully, reportedly) reliable. The Hunter is slower and heavier than the CB300R by about 80 lbs (399 lbs vs. 317). However, that extra weight is a benefit on the highway and for general cruising. It helps to keep the bike planted and resist wind gusts. The Hunter's excess weight is held low (the engine is a stressed member), so it doesn't feel top-heavy. The Hunter has less top-end power and top speed than the Honda (Hunter has 20/20 hp/tq vs. the Honda's 27/17). The Hunter's torque curve is broader and flatter, so it's easier to lug the engine and ride with less shifting. Downshifts are usually optional with the Hunter... it will lug along and muscle through low-rpm grunts that would require a downshift or two on the Honda. The two main downsides of the Hunter are its lower top speed and the stiff/harsh suspension. The little CB300R can reportedly reach 90-ish mph before running out of steam, whereas the Hunter is electronically limited to 75 mph. The Honda has modern suspension with inverted forks, a rear mono-shock, and excellent damping. The Hunter is old-school and unrefined when compared to the CB300R. I will upgrade the rear shocks with better damping and adjustability. The Hunter has a larger fuel tank than the CB300R (3.4 gal vs. 2.7). The Hunter reportedly has better fuel economy, which should translate into a longer range between refills than the Honda. I already see 80+ mpg, and the engine is still loosening up. Many owners are reporting 85-100+ mpg with sedate riding! This is my first Royal Enfield machine, so the reliability is yet to be determined. The fit and finish are very good so far, and it seems well-built. I've found some minor cosmetic issues, but those are just personal quibbles. The Hunter's MSRP is about $1100 lower than the Honda, so we'll see if that translates to a "better value" as the miles and months pile on. Email me at [e-mail] if you'd like to see it in person. Maybe we can arrange a private test ride. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@ripmax333]

When you removed the seat I noticed that the Hunter has an actual removable rear subframe which is great for those who like to modify there bikes and make something custom.

[@QuasiMotard]

Good eye! I noticed the same thing when I looked under the seat on delivery day. Maybe R-E plans to reuse that frame for other bikes in the future? At any rate, that can make repairs easier if the rear subframe is damaged or bent. 😉👍 --QM

[@steveholcomb1904]

amen

[@sellignomod83]

No transmission oil change? Nice video thank you

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for watching! The engine and transmission share the same oil supply, so everything was refreshed during this service. 😉👍 --QM

[@edwardsp1916]

First I wanted a SuperCub, now I want a Hunter. Can you see a link?😊

[@QuasiMotard]

Agreed! They have a similar vibe to them, even though they have different physical layouts. Both bikes have slow, relaxed thumpers that propel them along at a leisurely pace. Both bikes get fantastic fuel economy when ridden sanely (SC returns 109-155 mpg, and the Hunter is seeing 80+ mpg so far). Both bikes have 17" wheels, although the Hunter's wider tires and longer wheelbase certainly have advantages in tire selection and on-road stability. Both bikes have ABS, fuel injection, and similar rider triangles, and they are at a similar price point ($3899 for the Super Cub and $3999 for the Hunter). These machines offer a lot of bang for the buck regarding motorcycling and economy. The Honda Super Cub is legendary for its reliability and efficiency, and my 15K+ miles of cross-country torture echo that fact... not a single failure yet. I'll know more about the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 as the time and miles accrue on this little bike. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@Warkid1993]

My oil levels are so inconsistent after my first service even when following the engine oil check procedure (warm engine, wait 2 minutes to check on level surface). I must have a very uneven garage floor! Did you notice a large increase in ticking tappets noise?

[@QuasiMotard]

The level can vary a bit depending on how you check it, too. Royal Enfield's check procedure says to warm the engine to operating temperature, lightly rev the engine to distribute the oil, then turn it off and let it sit for 1-2 minutes. That should allow most (but not all) of the oil to return to the sump. If the bike is sitting on level ground on the center stand, then the oil level should be near (or touching) the top mark on the sight glass. Slightly over-filling the crankcase usually isn't usually detrimental to the engine. However, it can cause a reduction in efficiency because the crankshaft and connecting rod are sloshing through more oil. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@robedmunds7163]

Love the look of these bikes, but only have room for one if i get rid if my 81 GS550😢 only bit i do not like is the gear shift linkage that looks a bit bent wire, do you think it will last over time.

[@QuasiMotard]

Just clear some space in your living room for the extra bike! 🤣 The gear shift linkage might look spindly, but it's not any different than many other bikes. My Hondas and other bikes have a similar connecting rod, but it's usually oriented vertically instead of next to the shift lever. I think the parallel arrangement makes it look thinner than it would otherwise. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@warlike123]

Whoa. Nice video. I don't own the bike but it's fun and informative to watch you getting hands dirt.

[@frankiepitt9135]

I don’t think his names Whoa.

[@QuasiMotard]

@frankiepitt9135 🤣 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gX6VfGqpi5J-bZYsi=dcTyoCTdJI2X_BPL 😉👍 --QM

[@steveholcomb1904]

excellent

[@Mike-zz8io]

One of the best "How To" videos I've seen. No waffle just straight to it and careful to get camera shots of everything. Great job, well done !

[@QuasiMotard]

👊 Thanks for the feedback, Mike! I always try to get straight into the meat of the subject, whether it's wrenching or riding... no fluff or time-wasting intros. I also annotate my video descriptions with lots of details and chapter markers so viewers can skip around to the interesting bits. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@Mike-zz8io]

Only realised after watching this video that the Hunter is now in intensive care and no longer on the road. Really sorry to hear this and I do hope you are recovering and the experience hasn't dampened your biking enthusiasm - take good care and keep posting the videos when you are able !@@QuasiMotard

[@bsc1463]

Great job !

[@alternateaccount4868]

It’s so nice you can fix your bike yourself

[@jacek8122]

Great instruction - reception just great - thank you. Write about the warranty? If you decide to service it yourself after 500 km, will the seller maintain it? Here in Poland - full deactivation of the warranty after making adjustments on your own...

[@QuasiMotard]

In the United States, our consumer laws protect us against manufacturers voiding warranties if maintenance is performed outside of the dealer networks. If the manufacturer refuses to honor the warranty, it can be more difficult to prove that maintanance was done according to the schedule, so it helps if we take pictures or video as proof. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@Lucky13Roadkill]

Probably the best informative video on the hunters 1st service, unless you're Indian? 😂 Mine is just approaching the 300 miles! So thank you 😊

[@QuasiMotard]

Congrats on your new Hunter 350! Many of the eastern markets get free service (or nearly free) for the first several thousand miles. That'd be nice! Dealers here in the States are charging $350-800 for that initial 300-mile service... OUCH! 🤯 --QM

[@roywalls5595]

Thank you again for awesome videos! QM 🍻

[@j51701]

hey i hope youre doing good... question where did you purchase the oil gauge...thanks for all your info and great clips...

[@QuasiMotard]

Howdy, and thanks for the feedback! That is the JMP oil temp gauge from Hitchcocks Motorcycles in the UK. It's available in two colors: Black: accessories.hitchcocksmotorcycles.com/48470 White: accessories.hitchcocksmotorcycles.com/45253 Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@pmfsify]

Hi! I had a Suzuki Inamuza 250 for years, when I sold it it had 105000k and the valves were never adjusted because they never needed it. I don't understand how Enfields always have to adjust valves starting at the first service?! Is odd.... Btw, nice explanations. Cheers

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for watching! Wow... that's a LOT of km's without adjustment! Suzuki's maintenance schedule specifies check/adjustment every 5000 km's for the GW250 engine. It's not uncommon for air-cooled engines to need valve adjustments after the initial break-in period (usually 600 miles or 1000 km). Most of my Honda and Yamaha motorcycles, whether air-cooled or liquid-cooled, had that same check-up. Air-cooled engines with tappet valves usually require periodic maintenance to verify valve clearances every 4-8K miles (6500-13000 km). Liquid-cooled engines have tighter tolerances and don't have such drastic temperature variances, so they typically use shim-type valves that need checked/serviced every 12-16K miles. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@capthook8066]

Valves are like children. If you can’t hear them they’re probably in trouble.

[@theaustralianconundrum]

No that's not quite true.

[@frankmarkovcijr5459]

An old Triumph would have easy access to the valves.Easy peasy. Once they get settled in they stay in adjustment for long time. The same process for the 350is much more work. There is no such thing as a simple bike these days even if it has only 1cylider.

[@WIZARD_PRANG]

Very interesting.

[@oliveirasegantine3879]

Olá meu amigo. Sou do Brasil e aqui não temos acesso ao Manual de Manuntenção da moto. Poderia me compartilhar comigo este manual que você tem?

[@QuasiMotard]

Certamente! Lembre-se de que este é o manual do Meteor 350, mas ele compartilha o mesmo motor com o Hunter 350: drive.google.com/file/d/1AiZ0ZegNGMpcbFlnRJKJY7BSARJ8m2wA/view?usp=drivesdk . Abraços! 😉👍 --QM

[@oliveirasegantine3879]

@@QuasiMotard obrigado, meu amigo. Irei compartilhar aqui com meus conterrâneos

[@d.4tay549]

Is the gasket somehow attached to the top of the head? Looks like everyone leaves it on and then places the valve cover onto the gasket. I have not seen anyone secure the gasket with something like Honda bond to the underside of the cover and then simply put the top back on and snug down the bolts?

[@QuasiMotard]

Yes, RE put some rubber cement or gasket sealer on a couple of places on that cover gasket. The clearance is very limited between the valve cover and the frame, so it's a bit fiddly to get everything in there while keeping the gasket in the grooves. I was trying to reuse that gasket considering it was so new. However, I planned to replace that gasket on the next service interval, and use a bit of Hondabond to keep it in place. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@krishnakolte6122]

Sir can you plesase upload pdf of workshop manual it would be of great help.

[@QuasiMotard]

You can find a copy of the Meteor 350 service manual (global market version) in my Google Drive folder here: drive.google.com/file/d/1AiZ0ZegNGMpcbFlnRJKJY7BSARJ8m2wA/view?usp=sharing I have other publicly-available PDF documents and reference materials in that folder as well: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1NeYuFDVlabZt5nDQ4jk31NbmJp5x-YZD?usp=sharing . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@krishnakolte6122]

@@QuasiMotard thanks a lot it was of great help.

[@krishnakolte6122]

@@QuasiMotard In India we don't get service manual with bike nor can we buy it.

[@NikolaTesla10093]

Would you mind sharing the dimensions of the TDC lock tool ?

[@patrickscribner3610]

Doing the work yourself doesn't void a warranty?

[@QuasiMotard]

That's an excellent question! I'm not an attorney, so don't take my advice as legal gospel! Doing your own maintenance *shouldn't* void the warranty anywhere in the USA because of our consumer protection laws (Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, FTC 1975). Texas has additional provisions and protections than some other states. As long as the owner follows the manufacturer's maintenance intervals and provides receipts of the parts and procedures, then warranty coverage generally can't be denied. That's why I always take dated pictures (or video) of the procedures with the parts being replaced. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@patrickscribner3610]

I didn't know that. Years ago when I had a new Harley, they would ask you who serviced the bike. The warranty was crap anyway. @@QuasiMotard

[@QuasiMotard]

@patrickscribner3610 Yep, H-D was recently spanked again FTC violations regarding warranty service and denials. Tjey were allegedly forcing customers to purchase only Harley-branded parts (e.g., oil filters, oil, and other consumables) and only at authorized service dealers. Nice racketeering and labor union Gestapo tactics. Not a great company, in my opinion. 🤨👎

[@patrickscribner3610]

I agree. I could write a book about HD service or lack there of. I had a friend that was an Amsoil oil dealer. There was about 10 of us that would purchase oil thru him and save a lot. We quit taking our bikes to the shop and one guy went so far as to get his HD certification to work on his bike.@@QuasiMotard

[@denisgeorge1975]

Hi nice informative video I have 350 classic reborn same engine .where can I get the manual and tool thanks

[@mr2bmw]

Hi Quasi, how would you compare RE quality to Honda....thanks.

[@QuasiMotard]

That's a good question! Unfortunately, I don't yet have enough time or miles on the Hunter to give an educated opinion. I should have a better idea of the overall build quality and reliability after 3000-6000 miles. That shouldn't take me more than a few months to cover... I'm already at 750+, and I haven't done any road trips with it yet! 😉👍 --QM

[@mr2bmw]

@@QuasiMotard Like you, I own a Supercub, but I will be ordering a RE 350 Classic in Red Chrome, to add to my collection! BTW, I also have a Harley Deluxe.....my wife is gonna kill me!!!!

[@homburg_media]

Did I notice a little oil leak @ 1:08:27

[@QuasiMotard]

Good catch! Some extra oil from the pre-wetted filter was trapped under the cover and leaked out as the engine warmed up. I cleaned that up after the oil level check, and it hasn't leaked another drop yet. 😉👍 --QM

[@nondesperado]

Motorcycles don’t leak oil, they just mark their territory…😄

[@pratikkumartailor3590]

Can you please send me link for thia manual?

[@QuasiMotard]

Certainly! Remember this is the manual for the Meteor 350, but it shares the same engine with the Hunter 350: drive.google.com/file/d/1AiZ0ZegNGMpcbFlnRJKJY7BSARJ8m2wA/view?usp=drivesdk . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@mihalyesztergalyos4624]

👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@zoraimiali2575]

I do my own oil change and RE says my warranty is void. is it true?

[@QuasiMotard]

That depends on the comsumer protection laws in your country and how RE chooses to handle warranty claims. In the USA, vehicle manufacturers are legally-bound to honor the warranty claims whether the service has been done by service centers or by the vehicle owner. If a warranty claim is made due to a mechanical failure, then the owner must usually show proof that the maintenance was done with appropriate parts/supplies and according to the manufacturer's schedule. So, I take pictures or video of my maintenance for future reference (and potential warranty claims). Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@chintu222338]

Drain samp bolt has a magnet in it...

[@mando1407]

Hey what’s your thoughts on the royal enfield classic 350?

[@QuasiMotard]

I like the retro appeal of the Classic 350! I considered purchasing the Chrome Bronze color, but I preferred the upright ergonomics and 17" tubeless tires of the Hunter. The engines are the same on all of the R-E 350's, but the Hunter reportedly has a different throttle map that makes it feel less "sluggish" off-idle and at lower throttle positions. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@jameshenry1729]

I'm interested in getting a Hunter, there one in Kerrville . Thinking about Trading in my 2022 PCX + $3000 for 2023 Hunter a blue & white one , that's all they have left. They gave me a quote of $350-$400 for the First Service. Don't know if I should do this. I wonder if there's going to be anything different with the 2024's. Also thinking maybe there will be a 450 Scramble don't really won't the 450 Himalayan. What do you think I should do? Hope your healing up!!

[@QuasiMotard]

Howdy, James! The riding style and experience is totally different between the PCX and the Hunter. The Hunter is a small-ish but standard motorcycle, so that means an upright riding position and shifting gears with a clutch. The PCX feels more like a cruiser in comparison. The Hunter's fuel economy is slightly lower than the PCX, but it holds a LOT more fuel. Overall range and traveling capabilities (e.g,. speed, roads traveled, handling, etc) will be much better on the Hunter because it can cruise comfortably at 65-70 mph all day without breaking a sweat. Before my Hunter suffered its untimely demise ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKqofYCqesqfbsk and kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipawqqd7h82LeK8 ), I was really looking forward to racking up a ton of back road touring miles on it as a comparison to the PCX. I'm not sure what might be coming in the 2024/2025 RE lineup. I'd love to see a new Hunter 452 or Scrambler 452 with that new engine. If that doesn't materialize, then I'm still tentatively planning to get another Hunter 350 to replace mine. The other bikes on my radar are the new Triumph 400's... could be a better bang for the buck than the Hunter. 🤔 --QM

[@jameshenry1729]

I've owned all the way up to a Z900 last bike was Versys 650 before going down to Smaller Bikes/Scooter's. Around 23 different bikes. As you've Said the Honda CB 500 are Keepers. I had one ,I was dumb & Traded in for the Z 900 Cant wait to See you Back on Road, Cautiously. Take Care may you Heal as Good as possible.

[@inseasonandoutofseason]

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[@theaustralianconundrum]

Yamaha XSR 900 first valve clearance check is conducted at 26,000 miles. A Royal Enfield is 300 miles AND THEY WERE OUT??????????? That says it all.

[@QuasiMotard]

You are comparing are completely different engine designs. The Yamaha is a water-cooled, roller-rocker, shim-valve design, so the tolerances and adjustment intervals are much longer. Most of the larger water-cooled engines from Honda and other manufacturers use that same design, and they have valve maintenance intervals of 16-24K miles. These Royal Enfield engines are old-school designs with a touch of modern technology (e.g., fuel injection and modern metallurgy). Air-cooled OHV engines have larger tolerances for heat expansion, and they typically use tappet style valve adjusters that require more frequent maintenance. Adjusting shim valves is much more complex because it requires new parts, and the valvetrain must be disassembled. The old shims need to be replaced with new (thinner) pieces. You must completely remove the rockers and valve retainer assemblies to gain access to the shims. That requires more tools and more time... which equals more expense. Tappet style valves don't require new parts or complex disassembly. You only need access to the tappets by removing the tappet covers (like Hondas and other Japanese bikes) or removing the valve cover. Even if the maintenance schedule is more frequent, these engines are simpler and cheaper to maintain because there is no need for parts or complex (error-prone) disassembly and retorquing of parts. This first valve check/adjust at 300-600 miles is not uncommon at all... even Honda's small air-cooled engines require their first service at only 600 miles. This J-series engine from R-E requires checks every 6K miles after the initial service. Honda's small engines require checks every 4K miles. So, that's pretty good, in my opinion! 😉👍 --QM

[@edwardsp1916]

Great reply. I'm amazed by your knowledge and passion

[@WickedTrickle]

Yet another keyboard warrior "working" from an armchair? It sounds like you have never done your own valve maintenance and are spouting specs from the web. You should do some real research or just read and absorb the concise reply that QM wrote because he's 100% correct. You are comparing apples to coconuts and looking for reasons to dismiss or hate a brand, apparently without any merit or personal experience. SMH. 🙄

[@QuasiMotard]

@WickedTrickle 🤣 LOL! I was trying to be diplomatic with my response, but I think you're right on target! 💯🎯 --QM

[@WickedTrickle]

@@QuasiMotard Haters gonna hate. I don't normally reply or comment, but you mentioned the haters and armchair quarterbacks in your previous wrench videos. You obviously have more patience for a--holes than I do. Your responses to ignorance and stupidity are always generous and always impress me. I'm amazed how much thought goes into your replies. You must be a saint because I'd just tell the haters to F off. I guess that's why I don't attempt to record or publish videos for the public to hate on. This is great stuff. You are in your own back yard, working on a basic machine with basic tools, and you are inviting all of us along for the journey for FREE! This is what motorcycling and maintenance should be all about! You are demonstrating how these procedures can be done by anyone with basic mechanical skills and a shop manual. You obviously have plenty of experience, but anyone can easily follow along your process because you are showing everything in great detail with great camera work and great narrative skill. I am a mechanic by profession, and you are doing nearly everything as I would except sitting on the ground. You need a lift dude! Everyone has their own methods and preferences. As long as the job is done right and nothing is lost or broken, then it's a success. If only more KZbin channels were like this with real content and less fluff. Kudos and thanks to you sir!