𝐑𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝'𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧 𝟑𝟓𝟎𝐂𝐂 To 400CC 𝐒𝐞𝐠𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧 - 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐯
It’s true that Royal Enfield has been facing competition from multiple rival products in recent times. The list includes motorcycles from Honda, Mahindra, TVS, Yamaha, Bajaj, KTM, Benelli, Jawa and Kawasaki. However, despite the best efforts of rivals, Royal Enfield continues to enjoy a monopoly of sorts in the 251cc to 500cc motorcycle segment.
Royal Enfield is currently ruling the middle-weight 350cc motorcycle segment in India. The company is selling the Classic 350, Bullet and the Meteor 350 in this segment. RE is also working on multiple new motorcycles including a 350cc roadster (likely to be called Hunter 350), and a next-gen Classic 350.
The Royal Enfield Classic 350 has been one of the most popular bikes in the Indian motorcycle. In fact, the newly launched Meteor 350 is also gaining popularity in the cruiser motorcycle segment. Most of the two-wheeler makers are working on new classics and middle-weight motorcycles to rival the Royal Enfield. Adding to it, there are few bikes in this segment is available in the market that you can buy instead of the Royal Enfield.
𝐈𝐅 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐋𝐎𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐎𝐌𝐎𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐑 𝐒𝐎 𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐒 𝐆𝐎 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐍 𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐈𝐓
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Honda CB350 RS
Honda had launched the H’ness CB350 Classic motorcycles last year to rival the RE Classic 350. The company also introduced the Scrambler-esque version, which is called the CB350 RS (Road-Sailing). These motorcycles are powered by a 348.36cc single-cylinder engine that produces 21bhp of power and 30Nm of torque. This engine is paired to a 5-speed gearbox with assist and slipper clutch.
The Honda CB350RS comes with a sportier riding position thanks to the slightly rear-set footpegs, and a new tuck-and-roll seat that's a little wider than the one on the H'Ness CB350. Shorter riders may find the new seat a little uncomfortable. The bike features an all-LED lighting system and a semi-digital instrument cluster showing details like real-time and average mileage, distance to empty, gear position, battery voltage, and other regular data. Interestingly, the bike misses out on dual horn setup, USB port and smartphone-compatible turn-by-turn navigation feature -- all standard on the DLX Pro model of the Honda H’Ness CB350. It also features a switchable traction control system, toe-only gear shift lever, hazard lamps function, and a dual-channel ABS. The brake pedal is different from the one in the H'Ness CB350, and so are the front and rear fenders. For a stealthy look, the engine casing is finished in matte.It comes with semi-digital instrument panel along with Honda Smartphone Voice Control (HSVC) system that allows riders to pair a smartphone with the instrument console via Bluetooth and access features like telephony, turn-by-turn navigation, etc. It also gets Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) system that helps in maintaining rear-wheel traction and hazard switch. The CB350RS misses out on bluetooth connectivity and a tachometer.
𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄
𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐎𝐌𝐎𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐄 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇
Jawa Classic & Jawa Forty Two
Classic Legends re-introduced the iconic Jawa nameplate with the launch of the Jawa Classic and the Jawa Forty Two. The motorcycles are powered by a 293cc liquid-cooled engine that churns out 27bhp of power and 27Nm of torque. The engine is paired to a 6-speed gearbox. For suspension setup, the bikes get telescopic front forks and twin hydraulic shocks at the rear.
The motorcycles get 280mm front disc and 240mm rear disc brake with ABS as standard. The Jawa Forty Two gets analogue meter for speed and fuel gauge along with a digital display for odometer and trip meter. The Jawa 42 is sold in two variants -- Single Disc and Dual Disc. While the former is priced at Rs 1.63 lakh, the latter costs Rs 1.72 lakh. The bike is available in six colour options -- Lumous Lime, Halley’s Teal, Comet Red, Galactic Green, Nebula Blue, and Straight Blue.
Bajaj Dominar
Bajaj Dominar is a power cruiser, which is available in the same price bracket as the Royal Enfield 350cc motorcycles. The motorcycle is propelled by a 373.3 cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine with fuel injection technology. This engine produces a peak power of 39.4bhp and 35Nm of torque. Suspension setup includes a 43mm USD telescopic front forks and multi-step adjustable monoshock with Nitrox suspension unit at the rear. Braking system comprises of 320mm front disc and 230mm rear disc along with dual-channel ABS system.
Customers can also opt for the Dominar 250, which is equipped with a 248.8cc, fuel-injected, single-cylinder engine that also powers the KTM 250 Duke. This engine has been de-tuned to suit the needs of a cruiser-friendly motorcycle. Paired to a 6-speed gearbox, the 250cc engine is capable of producing 27bhp of power at 8,500rpm and 23.5Nm of torque at 6,500rpm.
Benelli Imperiale 400
Benelli had launched the BSVI compliant Imperiale 400 retro-styled motorcycle in February 2021. It is powered by a 374cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine that churns out 19bhp of power at 6,000rpm and a peak torque of 29Nm at 3,500rpm. This engine is coupled to a 5-speed gearbox. Suspension mechanism include a 41mm telescopic front forks and a dual-shock absorbers at the rear with adjustable preload. For braking, the motorcycle gets 300mm disc at the front and 240mm disc at the rear along with dual-channel ABS as standard.
Husqvarna 250
Husqvarna is currently selling two neo-retro bikes – Svartpilen 250 and Vitpilen 250. Both bikes are powered by the same 248.8 cc liquid-cooled unit that develops 31 bhp of power with a peak torque of 24 Nm. These lightweight motorcycles feature 43mm USD front forks and mono-shock unit at the rear. The bike gets disc brakes with dual channel ABS system.
𝐁𝐮𝐲 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐲 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝟏𝟎𝟎 𝐑𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐑𝐬 𝟓𝟎𝟎𝟎/-
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