Cafe, coffee & the Classic 350 Final Review

[@Dave-zz9fk]

I completely understand the view this bike is underpowered. I own one and I am big unit at 120kg so 60 miles an hour is about top speed for me. But that is what I love about it - it makes you approach your rides with a different mind set. I've owned a Harley Fat Bob, Indian Chief Vintage, Yamaha MT01 - all awesome bikes in their own ways. But the Classic is my absolute favourite - it really makes me think about my rides and riding and has got under my skin like no other. bike I've owned. Would I say no to, say, 10 extra hp? Probably not, but only if it did not change the character of the bike.

[@derekcostello1016]

Well said - Yes I have owned much faster bikes but they felt so sterile. The little Classic 350 is not slow, it's just not fast. Though to be honest - when I ride it does hurt my face - from smiling so wide. As for the Triumph 400 - sure they are faster but they look so ugly & plastic.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Morning Andy. I agree that you do tend to get car drivers up your bum, and I do the same, just wave them past. The Classic 350 will do the dual carriageway’s etc, but more at home on B’s and unclassified’s. I did an honest long term owners review recently, pointing out the negatives around the quality of some of the components, but overall, I love the Classic 350. Although the new Triumph 400’s are a threat, I think they appeal to a different buyer. Too modern looking for those who want something retro, which is where the Classic wins. Great ride !

[@louislopez55]

I tried a technique several years ago that actually works to make vehicles back off your tail. I take my left hand off the handlebar, let my arm hang down and open and close my fist. I’m appearing to be trying to shake off tightness or getting blood flow back into my hand, but what I’m really doing is showing the person behind me that he/she is following a live person, not a machine. It has worked many times for me in traffic on the freeway, I think it’s just using psychology, instead of some kind of road rage.

[@RealHooksy]

You may find that you’re actually riding under the speed limit, which can be annoying for people who want to travel AT the speed limit. Try calibrating your Speedo against a gps ( or simple app on your phone) and you may find traveling a little faster stops people from tailgating you.

[@robertroberts8648]

​@RealHooksy it's a limit not a target. Certainly not an excuse to tailgait is it.

[@RealHooksy]

@@robertroberts8648 no not at all, but you do you robbo

[@robertroberts8648]

@@RealHooksy I do me. But your comment was a bit silly. Don't need to calibrate nothing. Just don't tailgate. Simple as that.

[@davidtiddy6881]

I own a 350 classic, and have watched so many reviews on youtube, but for me, no one has ever mentioned how relaxing it is to ride! Because the power is limited, you go with the flow, and the riding position is very comfortable also.......coupled with the torque from its long stroke engine all combines to relax the rider, so they can enjoy the bimble.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Couldn't agree more!

[@morri03]

A fine bike if you like the looks and never go on the open road

[@markflowers1814]

I returned to biking after a very long lay off ( around 20 years) , my last bike was a ZX7R . I have a classic 350 in the same colour and I must admit it does everything I need to. It’s not a motorway bike but it will sit happily at 70MPH , keeps up with traffic in most situations and is a joy to ride. I don’t need a rocket of a bike anymore, I just enjoy the Enfield for what she is but it’s each to their own. Great review though.

[@simonthomas5367]

I tested one of these last year and was surprised to find I absolutely loved it!! I also tested an Interceptor and loved that too. I am defo thinking of getting one of them but can't decide which one. AND! I'm just back from testing the new Himalayan. Verdict? Really good bike. Nice balance. Nice responsive motor. Comfy. Great chassis. Bit too heavy. And in my opinion, a tad overrated. I just didn't get the tingle when I rode it. In fact, I preferred the Voge 300 Rally. Controversial? Moi?

[@MsDenver2]

I’ve rode mine on duel caring ways and it fine , I could only do 40mph till my first service, it might only have 20 horsepower but it’s got good torque. I think you’re too used to fast bikes so I can understand your thinking but I haven’t rode for over 40 years and because I retire next year it’s plenty for me. I intend to tour once run in and fitted all the accessories I want . I like riding slow at my age to just enjoy the countryside 😊👍

[@julianroberts9757]

Good morning Andy and Carol, Yes, a great looking bike but that's about it for me. As you rightly said, not enough power but the bike serves its purpose. I've been riding since 1981 and my 1982 & 1984 Yamaha RD350LC's that I still have, push between 50 & 60bhp respectively. Can't beat a two-stroke. 😀😀

[@grahamdukes1460]

Take you're point about the triumph but it's more like £1200 more expensive. I don't think you can put them in the same category. You can get the re classic brand new for £3700 which is great value but still takes some saving up. Good video, keep up the good work. G

[@otlndsh]

I love the cockpit view on this bike. there's just something cool about classic bikes that tells you they're just built different, by people who thought different

[@michaelcase8574]

Nice to see Mrs Flyer back on the bike again. May we see her more often as the Summer progresses. 350 is a good size city bike.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I’m sure she’ll be back!

[@TheNorfolkThunderbolt]

What Ian Hughes said! If you want a Classic 350, there is no substitute, comparing the Classic with the 400 Triumphs is like comparing apples to bananas….

[@jamesbarrie2458]

Yes absolutely correct

[@WollopingChopper]

Forget about the horse power, just ride and enjoy for what it is, best bike I've had in forty years.

[@Impulse5596]

You spoke about the three things you needed to concentrate on whilst riding. I live in the area, you omitted the 4th, pot holes!

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

Up here in the not-so-affluent Midlands we get 'pot-craters'...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Very good point, some of these potholes rival Grand Canyon!

[@jamesbarrie2458]

Huge holes here in Devon too.

[@michael1061]

The RE lacks just that little bit of extra BHP to keep up with modern day traffic but has plenty of old school charm which is nice . Mrs Flyer always adds a touch of class and charm to your vids , keep them coming Andy . 🤗

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you, Michael, I’ll let her know she will be delighted!

[@matthewcoleman8267]

£30!? Mrs Flyer only had scrambled egg and toast! Jeff and Dan would have walked out! 🤣

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes, it certainly wouldn’t of scored well on the value for money front!

[@paulbaker1000]

Welcome to rip off Britain 2024. Every day you pay more and more for less and less!☹️

[@Robert-uy1gd]

Bring your own sandwiches and a thermos - nothing wrong with that. Can sit any place you like with a better view.

[@keepitreal1547]

Bonkers prices at £30. But these places keep going because there's enough people that will pay it...shocking value for money. A beach front cafe I go to is £6.50 for a large full English BF & £1.50 for a coffee late.

[@Peter234100]

After over 2 years on the Classic I can say this will be my last bike, 54 years of riding this bike is the best bike I have owned. The magic for me is the long throw low revving j series engine, I guess the extra power of the 400 Triumphs will without doubt make them faster than the Classic but will be a higher revving engine. After 4 years riding a Triumph Street Triple an absolutely fantastic bike it was the high revs that finally got to me, hence why for me the Classic fits the bill for me as the ultimate all round bike. Unless you need to travel at over 70 mph for prolonged periods the Classic is a superb bike, great tourer, enjoy the ride and scenery, instead of blasting at full speed all the time. 😊

[@peterlivermore2177]

Thank you for taking me on a tour of places I knew quite well when I worked at the Taplow research centre. It was many years ago mind (mid 1980's), I imagine the feel of the area has changed a bit since... I still remember stumbling across the place that was used for Fawlty Towers outdoor scenes on one of our exploration trips 😀

[@v-partsnet]

As a suggestion for Mrs. Flyer, go onto an empty parking spot and practice slow riding as well as circles and figure eights to get the necessary confidence and feeling for the bike. Especially working with the clutch is the key for secure and relaxed riding.

[@hop-skip-ouch8798]

That shiny brown and chrome really dazzles in the sun. Saw a new Jawa with the same paint scheme the other day. Looks amazing.

[@richardyardley5127]

Mmm. I was in the market for a Classic 500 when these came out, so I took a look......and went for a Classic 500 and still have no regrets with this decision at all. If you want a thoroughly modern bike that just looks a bit like a Classic 500 (from a distance), then the new 350 is perhaps worth considering but that wasn't what owning a Royal Enfield Classic is all about for me. The 500 is a gentle evolution of a 1950's bike into a machine with thoroughly modern features (fuel injection, electric start, disk brakes front and rear, ABS etc. and yet it still is the 1950's bike, with it's mono chassis frame and an overhead valve engine, giving it the look, sound and feel of a 1950's bike but with modern reliability. If you then look in more detail, the Classic 500 has 30%+ more power and 30%+ more torque. Very important I think. It also has hydraulic self adjusting tappets, so there's no expensive time consuming 'fuel tank off job' at every service interval. As well as electric starting there's also a kick starter on the 500, should you have low battery power. The triangular side boxes are all metal, not just metal fronted as on the new 350. The oval side panel is also metal, not plastic. The seat has genuine working springs on the 500, rather than the 'fake spring' option on the new 350. The instrument dials are glass fronted with polished alloy surrounds on the 500, they are plastic 'glass' with chromed plastic surrounds with the new 350. The ignition key surround is also polished metal on the 500, it's more flimsy chromed plastic on the new 350. There is an analogue traditional odometer on the 500, the one on the new 350 is a cheaper LCD display within a plastic chrome surround, and plastic glass, although it does have the benefit of a trip meter. The 500 is a Euro 4 bike and so very tuneable. Being Euro 5, the new 350 is currently very difficult to tune due to the restrictive ECU. In the end, if you want a great value totally modern commuter bike that looks like a Classic then the new 350 is really good but in all other departments the original Classic 500 is in a totally different league entirely. Just my view 🙂

[@JezNashMusic]

Liked this vid, Andy. Great overview of living with the Enfield, and a nice trip around the shires with the Mrs. That little clip at the end though, I could watch that all day! Great stuff.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Jez!

[@PhilipBallGarry]

I have one and love it. Remember Joe 90? Well, to enjoy the Classic 350 at it's best just imagine reprogramming your brain with the "Just chill, nothing to prove" program and you get it. Accessible, engaging and such a lot of fun. Point it roughly where you want to go and let the scenery come to you 👍

[@maskedavenger2578]

Good little plodder ideal for bimbilng through county lanes on a nice day , stopping off for the odd coffee at cafe or shandy at nice country pub . The power doesn’t bother me ,I can remember taking a mates Honda C 70 down & even a Suzuki GP 100 U two stroke down the M 53 . I had a big grin on my dial the whole time . The C 70 & GP 100 only had about 18 horsepower put together ,so a 350 cc with around 20 hp, should be no problem , I would do a German autobahn on one two up , a proper adventure .😎👍

[@sidweazel2883]

Plenty of mods available to boost power and torque. The Classic 350 sits in a class of one imho, it’s pure zen while being cheap to run easy to maintain and totally reliable.

[@-old-school-motorcyclesltd]

Lovely ride Andy my brother Geoff is one of the beaconsfield £2 m + house owners who’s lived there for around 35 years+ beautiful area and Love it when we visit 🙌🙌 Lovely cafe Love the video 😊😊regards phil

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Nice, though these days £2m doesn’t get you much in Beaconsfield!

[@-old-school-motorcyclesltd]

@@TheMissendenFlyer It wouldn’t these days I was only guessing that value probably worth a lot more certainly not £1m considering the size and its location Not something you really talk about tbh that’s why I said £2m, £1 m was mentioned years ago at some point 😊😊 Very wealthy area

[@davidz8]

The RE looks lovely but is a little underpowered, my 1982 XL 250R made 20hp when it was launched, so a 2024 350 with the same BHP seems a little underwhelming. Great to see Mrs F, she is great. I am taking my wife out for breakfast this morning but not for a couple of hours yet, seeing your breakfast has made me really hungry.😀

[@antoniocoutinho511]

What is the rush ? Why big bikes when is forbidden get more than 120 kmh unless they whant spend lot of money and lost the motorcycle license....Well done ! Have you a gorgeus weekand,wallways ride safe.👍

[@d.f.9064]

I had a 17 hp Chinese ADV style bike that I use as a reference of hp numbers. That bike did fine almost everywhere.

[@KelvinChilvers]

Enjoyed the video, good to see Mrs Flyer. My partner is currently learning on her CB125F so I know what you mean when you keep an eye out for Carol behind. We have just gotten communication in the helmets and this has made a big difference. Cheers Kelvin .

[@Joseph-gp5ld]

Great video! I'm an expat living in the Philippines. 400 cc is more than enough for the roads here. There are no carriage ways here. A scrambler type motorcycle is optimal because some of the roads are not in the best condition. The RE classic would be great here in most cases until you start to hit the hill mountain roads. That's when something like a Triumph, CF Moto, Himalayan 450 and others begin to make more sense in the Philippines market. I think the classic is a great second bike. But I think eventually you will find the limitations.

[@rbattson7171]

Morn, flyer, I have owned a triumph trident 660 for 18mnths, which I enjoy very much, however about a year ago I added a classic 350 desert signals as well. Of course they are complete opposites, I just fancied something more relaxed, for pootling on a Sunday, but didn't want the hassle of a vintage bike, with it's spares /reliability issues. And it's great, going around the villages of Wiltshire and Hampshire, it takes little imagination for you to be in the 40s or 50s. I did change the air filter to a dna upgrade, made a noticeable difference, it's livelier and louder, nothing else is required. Thanks for the video.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for watching!

[@simonthomas5367]

Hey TMF! I tested one of these last year and absolutely loved it. Cracking little bike with stunning looks. Still think I'd probably buy an Interceptor instead, just for the power and chassis. Finally got to test the new Himalayan this morning! First day of it being released in France. Great bike. Well balanced, smooth, comfy, agile, responsive motor. But...no wow factor. After all the hype and waiting and Itchy Boots etc it just didn't bowl me over. Nothing wrong with it particularly but just no fizz. Unlike the Classic and the Interceptor, both of which I loved.

[@dennisbuckley]

Watching this back-to-back with your ‘thanks, but no thanks’ wrap up of the big GS, shows how owners are being more honest about what they need and not what they want, so it’s no wonder bikes like the Triumph 400s, and the RE 350s and new Himalayan are proving so popular (especially adding in fuel economy, VED, etc). I traded a 12 month old intercontinental crotch rocket for my Classic 350 and have absolutely no doubts or regrets about my decision. Perfect for pootling and the odd commute, although, like you mentioned in the GS vid, there’s no shortage of RE350 owners who have taken theirs across Europe or North America. Nice to see some sun at last! 👍

[@georgeblumenthal7938]

My first bike was a Benelli 125, 7 hp. Loved it. Enjoy the ride.

[@pinkiewerewolf]

It’s refreshing to hear a review on the RE 350s where it is discussed that the little bikes aren’t so capable on highways. Urban scoots, and back road burbles, Sunday waffles about, that where I see them as being adequate. If only they’d upped the displacement to the 411 at the time, I think the Classic, Meteor, and Hunter would be better bikes all around. The new blacked out version of the Interceptor has caught my eye. Cheers Flyer and Mrs Flyer!

[@mslattery8710]

A perfect encapsulation of what it is to be a bike enthusiast. Out on a lovely motorcycle with the missus, great weather, eventually and a half decent breakfast at your destination. Plus, with your local knowledge of those picture perfect roads, no need for sat nav to distract you from getting thoroughly lost either. Happy trails.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes, that’s sort of ride out Is one of the great pleasures of biking to me.

[@alflib8322]

Thanks for the ride through the beautiful English countryside with RE! Greetings from Italy!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Gracia!

[@nikoscosmos]

With all the hoo hah and slavish groupthink you would have thought that Triumph India had invented the 400cc segment! Meanwhile the humble RE has evolved with a real heritage behind it....

[@sambagogo777]

With all the hoo-ha and slavish groupthink you would have thought that offering even the slightest criticism of Royal Enfield was tantamount to heresy! Meanwhile, Triumph has also evolved with the times by having released two highly popular low-cost motorcycles...

[@MichaelWilliams-jc2ui]

I think you’re doing Triumph an injustice. They are a tiny company next to the might and wealth of Royal Enfield and its parent company, so of course people are excited when they enter a new sector. For their size Triumph punch well above their weight in multiple sectors which I find both astonishing and make them an exciting company. They are privately owned and plough all their profits back into the business not to fat cat shareholders. I think their business model is exemplary and mirrors many of the successful German companies. I’ve owned 5 different Enfields and 6 Triumphs and I love both brands. They bring something unique into the marketplace and both have a great heritage.👍

[@nikoscosmos]

@MichaelWilliams-jc2ui indeed, we are lucky to have such brands and an enterprising country such as India to pick up the pieces from our debacle of failed industrial policies.

[@chrisjolly6954]

I am older so head for the smaller cc. Agreed the Enfield has its limitations but then you'd head for max capacity and power if you wanted to go on dual carriageways and motorways. I have a BMW 310R which I find good on all roads although it is happiest at 60mph.

[@andrewmanahan2469]

Hi Andy - great watch as always. I have a 350 and tested the Triumph 400s. You are spot on. I found the triumphs slightly less substantial and not quite as good at the lowest review range but they have a world more power up the revs and they are better for dual carriage ways. I do love my 350 though - no better bike for commutes in traffic with that great low end.

[@andrewmanahan2469]

Rev range not review .. bloody phone

[@canuk_guy]

Beautiful day. Great weather. A ride out and scran with Mrs Flyer. I'd call that a successful day 😁 ♥️📷🏍️🏍️💕

[@smiffysmurfy8057]

The two men seen running on the left side of the road are completely lacking in common sense. What chance have they got in avoiding a vehicle with an inattentive driver? If you're walking or running on a road you should always face oncoming traffic.

[@essexboydave]

I was so close to buying a 350 classic yesterday I still think it’s one of if not the best looking “classic style” bike on the market at a reasonable price I haven’t tested the Enfield myself yet but it’s lack of performance is definitely putting me off not necessarily for me but the main plan was to have something I can pop out locally on with the wife on the back instead of the goldwing And I’m sure it will be fine 90% of the time but it’s the times when you get behind a camper van or a dawdling car doing 40 in a 60 have to overtake and it won’t have the power “that’s when il regret buying one” I’ve taken both the 400 triumphs out (my preference was the speed) and really liked it but even with twice the power I’m unsure it would be good enough

[@MrJpb2000]

The Royal Enfield Classic would still be the bike for me even though I totally agree with what you mentioned regarding the power on the faster roads. In all honesty I hate riding on those roads even on the larger capacity bikes as it makes the journey so boring but sometimes you have to jump on them to get to a destination in a more reasonable time. You were right to lock both bikes up though as other potential visitor / opportunist thieves may well have stolen them to quickly sell on in order to afford a breakfast at the cafe!

[@petergarlick8083]

I did consider buying a Classic or an Interceptor a year or so back but then thought why buy a retro, why not just buy the real thing? So I eventually found a lovely T140 750 Bonneville, imo one of the best looking bikes ever made, tax and mot exempt and around £80 a year fully comp insurance! It’s very easy to live with, plenty enough poke, although the brakes are from another era and sounds just how a British bike should. I still love the look of the Enfields and would have one if I needed an electric start or such like but it will never replace the Bonnie!

[@Banditmanuk]

It's a lovely looking machine, but I remember back in the 80s, you could buy a Yamaha 350 that would make about 50 BHP. Progress..... It's still very difficult to beat a potter out to a cafe on a beautiful day with the mrs on her own bike.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Very true!

[@peterrichardson9248]

I have one and although it’s down on power it just puts a smile on my face every time and rides and handles like nothing else. The 400 Triumphs just seem not quite all together and not as well finished either. Which would I do a 250 mile day in the saddle on? The RE Classic for sure.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Fair enough - you must be looking at different Triumphs to me though (I think their fit and finish is far superior to the Royal Enfield, although I’m not saying they are bad).

[@GarryShirreffs-cs2gb]

I’ve just traded my 350 classic ,for the interceptor bloody love it lol was a massive triumph fan having ridden tigers for years, but triumph are in danger of pricing themselves out of business lol service cost eye watering, RE refreshing lol great vid by the way

[@xfactor5876]

Really enjoy the sightseeing and the commentary. Thank You!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@garyhope0103]

Still a lovely looking bike, and for those little blasts around local roads I agree it would be all you'd need. I too will be looking towards the Triumph when looking for a new bike, purely for the extra power, as I have done most of the decent rides near me, also I still hope to get back to touring. Pity Mrs H isn't keen to park the car outside the garage tho...Great seeing Mrs Flyer out and enjoying her Suzuki too.

[@LovelyFamily-h2f]

£30 for two breakfasts you’d get a three corse meal for that up here in gods own county of Yorkshire. Brilliant review though as usual Andy

[@Fergutron]

It's on my list for the future Andy, but to your points, even on paper it makes better sense as a second bike to be ridden on routes that it would shine. I'm hoping to test ride one soon, but have a good sense of what it will be like as a former Classic 500 owner.

[@jonquirk]

Nice ride out. It may be worth considering putting Mrs Flyer at the front so she isn’t trying to keep up with you while being less experienced and on a less powerful bike. As long as she uses her mirrors you can inform her of when to turn with your indicators.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

To be fair, she normally does Ride in front of me, on this occasion she wanted me to go first for some reason. Mrs. Flyer has been riding that 125 for a number of years now and is a pretty competent rider. She doesn’t need me to inform her of anything!

[@jimporter]

@@TheMissendenFlyerbut the one in front needs to know where they are going. Ah hold on!

[@malcolmpatton9314]

Yeah my wife rides in front on tour as I keep getting lost.

[@DesmoDreams]

Nice videos mate. I'm picking a Classic 350 up on Sunday; the Red Chrome model, and I can't wait! After owning Italian sportsbikes for over 20 years, I wanted a bike for poodling around and touring: something comfortable, and, by no means last, economical! The 350 Classic ticks these boxes, plus it looks genuinely retro, unlike Triumph's overpriced offerings. As for lack of power, I hired a Classic for a couple of weeks in India last winter, and it felt more powerful than 20bhp due to the decent torque. I quickly fell in love with it ❤ Funny thing is, just last week I was about to put a deposit on yet another sports bike - a Ducati V4S. Thankfully, common sense prevailed: What am I going to gain by having another gas guzzling red rocket ship at my disposal, cept maybe the loss of my licence, or possibly an early death? ⚰️ Instead, I went for the RE, which is going to provide me with such a different motorcycling experience. I'll be able to enjoy the countryside in comfort, rather than tearing around at hyper speeds on a two wheeled torture rack, pissing off villagers. I plan to get panniers, strap on a tent and hit those B roads (assuming the weather improves before winter is upon us...). Best of all, I've saved myself over £20,000, and I'll still have a couple of red rocketships in the garage for the odd occasion I want to terrorise villagers and car drivers 😎 👍

[@Jagshemasher]

I'd agree with you. I was watching a video by Stuart Fillingham about touring on smaller bikes and while I agree with a lot of what he said in that video (the main theme being that you don't need a large displacement motorcycle to go touring) 20 HP is fine for a beginner or anyone content to ride roads with a speed limit of 50 mph or less but for any type of road that has a speed limit of 60-70 mph you need a bike that kicks out at around 40-50HP so you are not ringing the bike's neck simply trying to keep up with the other traffic. I think most of us older folks who ride large displacement don't do so because we want to ride particularly fast but simply that more powerful bikes handle normal road speeds absolutely effortlessly. If I was picking between the Triumph or the RE350 then I'd also go with the Triumph.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad we concur!

[@stevebolton8471]

The Speed 400 is a great bike, lots of fun, torquey and sounds good and comfortable sized frame too. I rode one for an hour from Blade Stratford and despite opening it up a bit, achieved 75 mpg over an hour's ride, mainly on back roads. It has a 10K mile annual service interval. The Classic 350 is a lovely ride too but not so good on fast roads and service interval is 3K miles. So the difference in price will be probably even out in service costs over the first couple of years. Look forward to your review of the Speed 400 when you can get one.

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

Ironically I am going to pop into Blade Stratford after my morning ride around the Cotswolds, I'll check the triumph 400 out...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Very interesting Steve, I haven’t thought of that!

[@christianmouraux7269]

That’s a dilemma, on one side it is lovely because of its very limited power, it does not push you to speed up because it can’t, so you ride chill and relax, would you have more power you would want to use it and de facto you’ll leave this pleasant chilly riding zone. But, having one, I must admit that I’m also a bit frustrated by the lack of power... actually, as long as you stay on back roads it is perfect,once you stretch a bit further on high ways then it’s frustrating. Thanks for your review!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes, I completely agree.

[@zweispurmopped]

Oh yes, those houses by the river looked lovely. If only the disaster relief veteran me hadn't been busy helping the people who lived at the right hand shore of river Rhine in the floods of 1993 and 95. It's a funny feeling, going in a boat some 7 feet over a road surface with inhabited houses left and right. 😊

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I bet!

[@NoelRoots-t1u]

Don’t forget that the J series motor is restricted , i have a meteor that now gets up to 90 ish and is by no means under powered ,

[@davidellis5964]

Had a test ride of both, two different bikes altogether. The Triumph has more go and modern looks but found the engine having to many vibes at higher speeds. The Classic 350 very smooth engine but lacking in B.H.P. but okay on B and country roads, but to be honest who likes motorways and dual carriageway's ? The Royal Enfield wins for me. With the looks and the simplicity and smooth ride. The younger ride will probably choose the Triumph and the older rider over 50 the Classic 350.

[@Simon-RucknRideAUD]

The ER Classic is very popular here, the interesting quirk that seems to be happening, is people (guys & girls) have almost been dressing in period, to clarify, I saw a lady the other day, with this amazing retro brown leather Jacket, and big old school leather full gauntlets, dragon jeans with icon brown old school 70s motor cross boots, I say all this because people were waying and giving her and the others on the classic space. I think its a fantastic bike for all new riders.

[@martynlaverick3405]

Good vid and really enjoying the reviews of the smaller capacity bikes. Quite fancy one for short trips out in the country lanes and trying to see which one suits a 6’4 frame!

[@ElvinIsbell]

That engine has such a delightful thrum. Nothing like a thumper. I really like your, "Would I buy it?" videos.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you very much!

[@marwood1969]

Cookham Dean, the Thames and the surrounding woodland is where Kenneth Grahame found his inspiration for The Wind in the Willows. Not a bike related remark, but a little nod to one of the great works of literature of the 20th Century!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Every days a school day!

[@classicraceruk1337]

I used to ride a 125cc Bantam on dual carriageways. It gets there eventually. I think at a stretch it had 5BHP!,,,,,,,,,,

[@adrianstrand1120]

I have the Signals (army version) perfect torquey little motor for the Lake District where I live, effortlessly taking the mountain passes in its stride, it can do the duel carriageways when necessary, mines the best looking version 😉

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes, they are cool looking bikes for sure and perfect for the Lake District. I would imagine.

[@ScrapYardDog64]

No humour either 😂😂 my wife have said that 😂, wonderful to see Mrs Flyer on two wheels. 😍

[@colingoldthorpe5918]

Darn you TMF I was just going to bed 😡😡 it’s 12:16 am on a Saturday morning here in Canada 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Sorry!

[@michaelmclarney1994]

Saturday morning breakfast viewing for me, it's tradition but should be the law! 😀👍

[@defaultuser3410]

I think it's really cool that Mrs. Flyer is riding her own bike. Go Mrs. Flyer!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes me too!

[@geoffakachuckstrummer]

That house by the river changed hands recently and there was a full video and drone footage of it. I think it was up at £32m or thereabouts! I watched it being built on my way to work in Bourne End. And here's the rub, the bloke who did it up (a Doctor apparently) bought it for his wife 'who didn't like it and so they never moved in!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Unbelievable!!

[@trailingarm63]

My cousin lives in Wargrave, Berks, it's also on the river. I've ridden down there several times. Nice area. You're right about lots of money about, a neighbour is a classic Porsche collector who drives to the shop in one of several 356s. And Paul Daniels' widow lives just around the corner. Starstruck!

[@ThiefOfNavarre]

It happens to be on the road to the Wokingham bike dealerships aswell which is convenient 😅 Lovely area

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

The lovely Debbie McGee!

[@trailingarm63]

@@TheMissendenFlyer That's the one. I wonder if she likes bikes?

[@cecilwilson5442]

Seems like a nice wee bike,, you did it good service and many will buy it for nice chilled ride and plenty of cleaning,, might be better for me when I get older ,,58; with 2 1000 cc Suzuki's,,👍☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️ from northern Ireland

[@Bob-xc2us]

Hello Andy. Nice to see you and the Misses out and about together. I am with you on the 350 being a little under powered. If I didn't live in Canada where things are generally farther apart and the road speeds are generally faster I would certainly consider a Classic 350 but I'm not even sure they are available here. I ended up choosing a 2022 W800 and find it perfectly suited to my riding style and our road conditions. I have to be able to run 120kph (75mph) on the occasional four lane highway and run around with occasional pillion rider and the W800 does all those things perfectly while still being a basic, safe and authentic motorcycle. Love the low end torque from the long stroke 360 degree air cooled engine. Just subscribed after enjoying a few of your videos. Cheers, Bob in Canada

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I’m yet to ride a W800! Welcome along Bob…good to have you along!

[@Bob-xc2us]

@@TheMissendenFlyer They are not everyone's cup of tea but I would be curious to get you opinion of them. I find the adequate power and low end torque to be a bit intoxicating. Not the only bike that has good low end torque but it is nice to have it in a mid sized easy to ride package. Makes it great fun on the back roads. Totally different beast than the likes of the Z900RS which I find to be a bit of overkill the back lanes and other mild riding conditions. The sound of the 360 degree twin is nicer than any 270 degree twin even if the stock is exhaust is a little muffled. BJ

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I must get a go on one some time!

[@palantir135]

Hi Andy, You’re proudly showing that man can multitask too😅. Too little power for me too. I want to get able to quickly overtake. Too much chrome on the bike too, for me at least. The color is nice though.

[@MsDenver2]

I bought the halcyon. green a couple of weeks ago , fantastic bike , just fitted a heal and toe gear changer , love riding it 😊

[@ragerider6283]

Nice little vid. I enjoyed the casual varied nature of it so wouldn't mind some more of the same chucked in the mix.

[@Surbatron]

Apparently RE Brazil flash the ECU on the classic 350s to 'de-restrict' the motor. The bikes capable of an 80mph cruising speed and I cannot for the life of me understand why RE Europe cannot or will not do the same. If I'm talking rubbish or if you know more than me Id love to hear all about it. The 350s are in a class of their own in terms of the classic asthenic but risk being left in the dust by the Triumphs if they don't up the performance so that they are safe-useable for real world fast road riding.

[@barriewilliams4526]

I have a 2o22 350 Metior in my garage (not used now). It's a Great looking and sounding bike. It's a shame about the lack of donkeys.

[@gra271]

Great review but I must agree that things have moved on in the small bike world and feel that Royal Enfield have now been left behind with the introduction of the Triumph 400. Nice to see Mrs Flyer on the bike.

[@christyrer9530]

The gentle burbling of the engine throughout is pure relaxation and would give me everything I need from a motorcycle 😊👍. Just to add that there were several points where I wondered whether I was watching a motorcycle review or your take on Location, Location, Location 🙈😂!!!

[@aidens04]

I love the look and sound of the classic but I know I'd find it very underpowered. It's definitely a second bike. You'd need something with more oomph. I found that with the triumph bonneville t100 I had. I got very bored with it. Swapped it for a ducati scrambler 1100. Totally different beast. Better in every. conceivable way.. Keep the videos coming! 😊

[@markxt2]

Love these bikes , I think I may have a different outlook to some , yes some cars may feel the need to go by’ crack on as you’re not ruining my leisurely bimble, life’s hectic enough and this is a way of not having to go with it , I test rode the triumph 400 and I think that’s what I would call to slow , let me explain. The classic 350 is built for it’s purpose and no more , the triumph 400’ s feeling seem to ware off in a hour and I couldn’t help thinking what’s the point, just getting a bigger bike and it’s just a baby triumph , the classic 350 is just class 👌🏼 and people love stopping you and chatting about the classic 😎 Obviously all subjective and personal opinion. Good vids as usual Andy

[@stephenmetcalfe51]

Not a plate of chips in sight but I still was expecting a score when you left the cafe. The garden centre in Cookham isn't exactly ride out material, but they do excellent coffee and some very decent looking jacket potatoes and cakes. Made my way there the other day from Bray to get a break from the keyboard and to get the bike out in the sunshine. The prices are a bit better than at the fancy spot you mentioned which has still gone onto the list. Noted the route mishaps on the way especially when you went right instead of left in Beaconsfield. Now if you had a Beeline... 🙂

[@AliasMrHackenbacker]

I think you nailed my feelings about the 350 classic. Having ridden the Triumphs which are lighter and more powerful this is where my money will go. The Triumph Speed 400 is £5k and the new bullet is £4.8k so really only a couple of hundred pounds in it. The classic 350 was a bit of a bargain when MotoGB were clearing out their remaining stocks and unless Triumph really jack their pricing then to me the Triumph is the bike I’d buy. Enjoyed the video with the ride to the teapot and having breakfast with Mrs Flyer.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching and for stopping by!

[@andywharam59]

Good day to you Andy & Mrs Flyer, I was in lovely York recently with my biking mate & we decided to have a look in the Triumph motorcycle centre, wow! The amount of bikes must of been a couple of hundred parked up outside were a mixture of owner bikers looking round & the others belonged to the company, & of course their was every Triumph model you could wish to see, including of course the brilliant 400 Speed at £5000 on the road, that would be my choice if I were lucky enough to win the lottery🤗🏍️

[@peteeldridge1783]

Loved my Classic 350 looks and absolutely fine away from dual carriageways and motorways. Unfortunately, if you live near a large conurbation then suitable routes become limited. It looks great but keeping it polished is time consuming and it is heavy. So now have a Triumph Speed 400 as a run around. Apart from the extra ooomph, it’s considerably lighter, very nimble and comes with an immobiliser and datatag. Kind of think the current price makes it a bit of a bargain. Just a note that there have been some minor starting issues with the Triumph. I look forward to your review 😀

[@guyrose2239]

Ha ha… Mrs F has got you sorted! Maybe TMF should now mean “THE Mrs Flyer”!! Nice to see her back out with you!

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

As I type I am preparing to ride to the Cotswolds, because I can. I am lucky enough to have a few bikes, but my go-to is the lowest powered of the three (58bhp). Now it might be the onset of older age but I do find the appeal of pottering around on a less powerful machine increases by the year. Throw in the exquisite looks (IMO) of the RE Classic 350 and I do find myself seriously tempted. However.....I am more tempted by an older Suzuki TU250, which I often wonder if RE copied when designing the Classic 350? P.S. Love how you've evolved the channel over the years. You've really struck a niche (as 265k subscribers proves)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you very much for the kind words, appreciate you sticking with me!

[@grayman999]

I think you’re right Andy the Triumph 400 makes more sense 😮

[@lrcb40]

Enjoyed this one, in particular. Haven’t been to Woburn Green since the early 70s! Def would prefer the Trumpet 400 over the RE. The roads look bloody rough though!

[@leeblackburn15]

Nice review TMF - If it had the 24-25 Bhp of my Himalayan then it'd be just about perfect IMHO.

[@tonycurley2643]

The house is on the market. £28m is the current price. I lived in Cookham for 25 years. The boarder is the river between bucks and berks

[@dimmube]

I had the Classic 500 wich was an amazing bike to look at , but i had some problems with it . 5 flat tires , cylinder problems and problems with the battery and so on. I had the bike for 3 years.

[@dimmube]

@@reuel7544 you where lucky then , i loved the bike a lot

[@claretbuck1882]

Mrs flyer is so much more easy on the eye than Geoff and Dan 😁

[@johnmacdonald1878]

Morning Andy, Nice day for a ride and a coffee with the Mrs.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Sure is!

[@steveNCB7754]

Lovely ride. Also reassuring to see that, despite all the wealth on display, your roads are just as crap as ours. 😉

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

They are shocking!

[@michaelcrouch5708]

£30 ffs lol, think the classic looks and sounds great but I'm seriously tempted by the Hunter, I currently own a ktm390 which to be honest is all the performance I need here in the wilds of rural Norfolk. Nice to see you both out together and a great review as always.

[@pauldickinson8156]

another great video mr Flyer thanks. I have had my Classic 350 for a year now and I still love it. One problem is that RE are bringing out a 650 twin Classic soon so that will be tempting with both the looks and a bit more omph!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Have you heard that officially?

[@pauldickinson8156]

@@TheMissendenFlyer no but there are quite alot of pics and videos on the net showing what look like prototypes.

[@twowheeledparadox]

​@@TheMissendenFlyer RE has trademarked the name "Classic 650 Twin" in India. The spy shots of test units are quite numerous now.

[@peterwillis4239]

Also according to one KZbin channel, there is a copy of the patent name RE 'Classic 650 twin' submitted by RE, which has be approved. I no nothing more, but this interesting!! 🤔

[@Jaffa1951]

I always try and have a butchers at Riverside Manor, Cookham when I'm passing. After watching this video I had a look to see if I could find out any information - and, low and behold, it's for sale ( well it was last October ) £29,500,000 if you're in the market. Just out of my price range - well, about £29,000,000 out. Maybe next move then! I agree regarding the Classic 350 vs Triumph's new 400 series. Although I think the classic 350 will be a more relaxed ride. I do love small bikes though. I've got 4 bikes ranging from 125cc to 750cc and love my Honda Supercub C125. Still wish it had another 10mph, but it weighs next to nothing and can keep up with traffic providing that traffic isn't going more than 55mph. Carol's 125 will beat my Cub anytime, but the Cub does get 160 - 180 mpg, and I rode it from South Bucks all round Ireland last year.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Sounds brilliant! And I take it Riverside Manor is that fancy house? Wow, some piece of real estate.

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

Wow 30 pound ! , that’s like 70.00 Australian dollars 💵, was that with coffee as well ? , but it did look like what we call in AUS call a BIG breakfast 🥞 “ . Good to see misses F out and about on her bike . Glad your into your summer 🌺, hopefully 🤞 you have a good 👍 riding one . I’m spending my Australian winter 🥶 in North Queensland - near Cairns- the Great Barrier Reef 🪸. So whether here is like our spring or Autumn. 14-25 most days . I have a holiday house 🏠 here .

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Very nice- I’d love those temps in summer!!

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

@@TheMissendenFlyerYou have to get to Australia, I’m retired and happy to take you guys on a East Coast tour . ( allow at least two week’s minimum) if you want to do something, let me know what tyre of accommodation, places to visit , how many km you can ride per day

[@samhill3496]

You can be the two wheeled version of the slow box van you normally follow on the Royal Enfield. Very nice house. Pull up and interview the owners. Tell'um you're a star looking to buy,. All fun. Next time

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Turns out it’s for sale for £30million!

[@samhill3496]

@@TheMissendenFlyer chump change for that hood. Damn. It's crazy as hell what people pay and most likely a single person or couple with no kids and three or more homes scattered about. Not even a motorcycle between them. Msybe you could fly them about. Just have to buy a plane without a propeller. Take care safe riding. Seems the shoulder is doing better. I don't have to get other k ee replaced now. Cortazone shots for now. It helped. Maybe some riding after all this year.

[@malcolmpatton9314]

Lovely biker scram with Carrol and Andy. 😂 but yeah triumph have put and spanner in the works, I’ll bet they will resolves this soon with a 450 classic