Honda Rebel 300 vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350: Image Comparison
A comparison between the two cruiser bikes
The Rebel 300 is a cruiser-style bike by Honda. It was recently showcased, and it gets a low seat height and a punchy 283cc engine, making it a good choice for someone looking for an entry-level cruiser. Here's how it compares to the Royal Enfield Meteor 350.
Engine and Gearbox
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Specifications |
Honda Rebel 300 |
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 |
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Engine |
283cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder |
349cc air-cooled single-cylinder |
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Power |
30 PS at 9000 RPM |
20.21 PS at 6100 RPM |
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torque |
27.4 Nm at 7500 RPM |
27 Nm at 4000 RPM |
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Gearbox |
6-speed with an optional E-clutch |
5-speed |
- The Royal Enfield has a larger engine than the Honda, but the latter produces more power and torque.
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The Meteor 350 feels quite relaxed and easy-going
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However, with the additional gear on the Rebel, it might have a higher cruising speed out on the highway
The Meteor 350 is built for relaxed riding, while the Rebel 300 might feel sportier.
Features
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Features |
Honda Rebel 500 |
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 |
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LED lighting |
Yes |
Yes |
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Instrument console |
TFT display |
Semi-analogue display |
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Bluetooth connectivity |
Yes |
Standard in Supernova variant, optional in others |
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Both the bikes have all-LED lighting.
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However, the base Fireball variant of the Meteor gets halogen indicators.
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The Royal Enfield has a semi-analogue instrument console, while the Rebel 300 gets a modern TFT display.
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The Rebel 300 gets Bluetooth connectivity as standard, while on the Meteor, the Tripper navigation pod with Bluetooth is standard on the top Supernova variant and optional on the other variants.
In terms of features, the Rebel 300 has the upper hand.
Underpinnings
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Specifications |
Honda Rebel 300 |
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 |
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Front suspension |
Telescopic |
Telescopic |
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Rear suspension |
Twin shock absorbers |
Twin shock absorbers |
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Front brake |
Disc brake |
Disc brake |
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Rear brake |
Disc brake |
Disc brake |
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ABS |
Dual-channel |
Dual-channel |
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Traction control |
Switchable |
No |
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Weight |
172 kg |
191 kg |
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Seat height |
690 mm |
765 mm |
- While both bikes have similar underpinnings, the key difference is in the seat height
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The lower seat height on the Rebel should make it more accessible for shorter riders
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The Rebel also ekes ahead of the Meteor because of its switchable traction control, which adds a layer of safety.
BikeDekho Says:
Both the bikes are cruisers but have different characters. The Royal Enfield's J-series engine makes a lot of low-end torque and is built with relaxed riding in mind. It’s priced from Rs 1.99 lakh to Rs 2.28 lakh (ex-showroom).
The Rebel 300, on the other hand, should feel more engaging to ride when pushed hard. While it’s yet to be launched, we expect it to be priced at about Rs 2.6 lakh (ex-showroom)
User Reviews
Overall the bike is great for both city and highway rides as I stand 6.2 ft at 88 kg and it quite nimble as well as the weight distribution is very good with great torque and power figures. It’s a comfortable bike but the rear suspension is a bit stiff which can easily be resolved by replacing it with the classic Nitrox ones and it’s decently priced as well. However the biggest cons I found was the front led headlight which is honestly pathetic and the unreliable fuel tank indicator.Read More
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