Royal Enfield Meteor 350 vs Honda H’ness CB350: Image Comparison
Two of the most exciting modern classics face off!
Two of the most exciting modern classics face off!
After years in the making, Royal Enfield has finally launched its highly-anticipated Meteor 350. And the pricing means that it squares up against the equally exciting Honda H’ness CB350 in the battle of modern classics. Today, we’re taking a look at how the two compare in a series of images:
There’s a definite difference in stance between the two bikes, with the Honda taking on a more upright roadster look while the Meteor sports a low and swooping cruiser form.
Honda has thrown in a snazzy LED headlight and LED indicators on the H’ness, while the Meteor has to make do with halogen units. Its DRL is a smart-looking LED ring, though.
Both bikes have pretty simple yet stylish tail ends, with the Honda the more retro of the two while the Meteor’s tail lamp has a more modern touch.
Instrumentation is also similar, with both bikes sporting Bluetooth-equipped digi-analogue designs. But the Meteor ups the ante by throwing in the Tripper navigation pod that offers turn-by-turn instructions on the go.
RE has shown great attention to detail by opting for these lovely old-school rotary switches on the Meteor 350. Honda meanwhile has gone down a more conventional route for the switchgear on the H’ness, with directional buttons to cycle through the menus and functions.
The heart of the matter: the engines. The 349cc displacements are pretty much identical but the CB gets a more advanced 4-valve head compared to the Meteor’s 2. As a result, it manages slightly better output figures of 21.07PS and 30Nm compared to 20.5PS and 28Nm.
The Honda’s square-ish fuel-tank and the RE’s teardrop-shaped unit are both identically voluminous at 15 litres. On the Meteor, this translates into nearly 600 highway kilometers on a full tank!
While the H’ness has the larger front brake disc (310mm vs 300mm), the Meteor sports the larger rear disc (270mm vs 240mm). Both bikes sport a non-adjustable conventional telescopic fork, and preload-adjustable twin shock absorbers.
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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