2020 Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 Spied With Design Changes
The motorcycle comes with an all-new engine
The motorcycle comes with an all-new engine
[Update: Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Spotted Sans Camouflage, Launching Soon]
- Spy shots reveal new design elements.
- The taillight is completely different and gets a retro-treatment.
- It also misses out on the cushioned backrest which the outgoing model comes with as standard.
The 2020 Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 has been spied testing once again. This time, only a close-up shot of the rear has surfaced but it reveals quite some interesting details. For starters, the tail lamp looks a lot more retro with the circular chrome housing. Interestingly, it appears to be of bulb type unlike the outgoing model’s LED unit. Also, the indicator housing is blacked out and moved further below, along with the licence plate holder.
The split seats’ profile appears to be different, with contrast stitching. There appears to be slightly more cushioning in the pillion unit as well. The motorcycle gets split grab rails but more importantly, the cushioned backrest is missing. We feel the design of the bike looks relatively cleaner without the backrest and it is likely that Royal Enfield might offer one as an accessory. At the rear, the bikemaker has swapped the twin gas-charged shock absorbers with conventional ones, just like how it is in the 2020 Classic 350.
A closer look at the rider’s footpeg reveals the linkage for the gear lever. You can also make out the new blacked-out gearbox casing whose shape looks similar to the one in the recently-spied 2020 Classic 350. It is evident that the transmission is new, and the drive chain’s relocation to the left also reinforces this fact. You can read all about the new powertrain here.
Other minor changes include circular rearview mirrors (in place of the oval ones) and redesigned footpegs. We believe Royal Enfield could launch the motorcycle early next year and it is likely to be priced around Rs 1.7 lakh to Rs 1.75 lakh (ex-showroom). When launched, it will go head-to-head against the 2019 Bajaj Dominar 400.
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Royal Enfield Meteor 350 (2020-2025) User Reviews
- Excellent bike for long rides
In term of riding the bike really good I've had many great riding experiences with it. The performance is excellent and fuel tank capacity is also good. So there's no worry on long rides. The service network is available in many places so that's not a concern either. Maintenance costs are also quite reasonable.
3 1 - Most Comfortable bike
Among all two-wheelers, the Royal Enfield Meteor offers the most comfortable ride, and its maintenance cost is also the lowest. It's a 350cc bike, yet it still delivers a mileage of 30–35 km/l on the road. For those who are passionate about two-wheeler riding, the best bike is the Royal Enfield Meteor.
- Meteor 350 run like a bullet
I purchased it because it enhance the personality of a person more than 5.6 ft and also heavy weight people. The seating position is comfortable, mileage is good, every where it can give you comfortable seating. Can we used daily for office and heavy traffic. Less heating engine. Mileage friendly, masculine look, cruise Wonderful, stable and super cruise bike comfortable posture. Riding about my 4 years of experience with this bike so I have travelled from Thane to hampi, 5 jyotirlinga of Maharashtra, other divine places with it is 25000 km overall. It was super comfortable. Mileage friendly, masculine look cruise Wonderful , stable and cruises for long distance. It is not heavy on road. Good road presence. Less torque good power. The build quality is awesome. Manage to ride solo.
1 2 - My review for my Meteor 350cc
Dream bike for a middle class family, I purchased it in june 2021 with all my savings while working. It cost me 2.40 lacs in cash as I have ordered Glossy black which is non standard colour so I have to pay extra for it. Talking about my 4.5 years of experience with this bike so the max i go with it is 800 km (up+down) to Mussoorie UK. I like it.
2 1 - First Ride then Decide
Wonderful Bike with Wonderful Experience. चीज में दम है तो ज्यादा बातें लिखने की जरूरत नहीं है, आप खुद चलाके देखें और खरीदें। Royal Enfield means everything, It's a dream bike for everyone, if you want this Bike than you are going to live a dream. Go for long routes, My Royal Enfield Meteor Stellar Black 350cc is Made same as Harley Davidson.
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