Living With The Royal Enfield Bullet 350: Beginning Of A New Beginning
Can a die-hard supersport rider adapt to being on a Bullet?
The year was 2008, and a brand new Yamaha R15 rolled into my parking lot. At the same time, a friend of mine bought the Royal Enfield Bullet 350 (old cast iron). The difference between the two motorcycles was so stark that I developed a kind of hesitation towards all REs. It was from that moment that motorcycles, for me, had to be faired. Laid-back riding was for the weak and sportsmen rode sportsbikes. Yes, the opinion was immature but so was I. Many moons later - here I am giving the Bullet 350 another chance.
It’s Charming
The bike has an aura. Even in the parking lot, it feels like the big brother to all other motorcycles. Get on it and it makes you feel important or valuable. The unmistakable metal build, this back color and the spoke wheels all add up to the charm. Moreover, the halogen headlamp is the cherry on top of this old-school cake. You won’t notice this motorcycle in a parking lot but when you pay attention, it keeps on getting better.
Smooth Operator
I loved riding the new Classic 350, and the only change the Bullet has that matters is the seat - that makes the Bullet even better. The seat is focused on comfort, and with a suspension tuned for the same thing - you get a motorcycle that makes you feel like you are gliding on the road. It's heavy - which helps the motorcycle feel planted on tarmac, and it eats broken city roads for breakfast.
Grandpa
The bike is not all sorted. What I picked up on in the first 500km with the motorcycle was that the clutch is very heavy. The heel and toe shifter, though convenient, is not the smoothest and while overtaking or getting on the power, the front numberplate rattles so much that it overpowers the sound of the engine. On the highway - the 5-speed gearbox has a need for a 6th and windblast is.. blasty.
Plan Forward
The Bullet 350 is already a popular motorcycle in the office. In the next 6 months, we will take it to various cities, on a trail, commute on it, do a mileage test and also take it to a track, because why not? Stay tuned to BikeDekho for monthly updates around the Bullet 350, a.k.a Dharmendra.
Royal Enfield Bullet 350 User Reviews
- ExpireanceSo, I have owned this bike for like 3 years now, and no major problem has been there. It works well, looks amazing, and has low maintenance cost, at least for me. But the only thing is that it’s more of a cruiser, so from a speed perspective, it kind of lacks. Overall, a solid choice, just like its name, it’s a Bullet.Read More5 7
- My life my bikeFor the looks and its heaviness, it’s a happiness in my life. So good, heavy, stable, and safe bike. Other than those light bikes, its drive is very stable on the roads. If you want high-speed rides, then this bike is also the best option, bro. The ride is soo good, feels stable safe on this bike, maintenance is little costlier than other bikes, but the service and comfort is top notch and high power, and bike is really smooth and comfortable. Person with heavy body and decent hight should buy this bike, because its too heavy and on other hands, I would not recommend this bike to a person with very low income, its feel littel bit costly if your income is not enough to maintain this.Read More18 19
- experience of royal EnfieldI choose it because it offer's a perfect combination of style and comfort, performance, and reliability and the 349cc engine delivers smooth power and excellent riding, comforting it, suitable for city communting and long distance travel and it has modern features. I choose this motor cycle for comforts.Read More7 3
- Royal EnfieldGood for city traffic and once the bike is ridden for 3/4 kms, its more smoother and with rising fuel price, the bike provides a very good mileage compared to its rivals and in long journeys Royal Enfield is much more reliable. This bike never disappoint. Very positive experience. I have been riding it in city traffic and compared to other bikes, this bikes is way more smoother and easy to handle. Good riding posture, good fuel economy, even long rides are fun to have in a Royal Enfield. The bike is reliable and good build quality, good to ride and every one who has ridden one has never regretted and this bikes are like u have one and u can ride them for years without any issues. Nice bike.Read More20 14
- Royal Feel with Bullet 350Maine Royal Enfield Bullet 350 isliye choose ki kyunki mujhe hamesha se classic bikes pasand rahi hain aur Bullet ka look aur feel alag hi level ka hai. Iska design simple hone ke bawajood bhi kaafi royal aur premium lagta hai. Road par chalate waqt log automatically notice karte hain, jo ek alag hi confidence deta hai. Ab tak ka riding experience kaafi acha raha hai. Bullet 350 chalane ka feel alag hi hota hai, especially jab aap highway par ride karte ho. Engine ka power smooth hai aur bike stable rehti hai even high speed par bhi. Haan, main definitely Royal Enfield Bullet 350 recommend karunga, lekin yeh depend karta hai ki aap kis type ki riding pasand karte ho. Agar aapko classic look, strong road presence aur relaxed riding experience chahiye, to yeh bike perfect hai.Read More13 9