Key Specs & Features of Classic 350 (2012-2021)
Engine | 346 cc |
Power | 19.36 PS |
Torque | 28 Nm |
Mileage | 41.93 kmpl |
Kerb Weight | 195 kg |
Brakes | Double Disc |
About Royal Enfield Classic 350 (2012-2021)
The Royal Enfield Classic 350 is the best-selling motorcycle from the Chennai-based bikemaker's stables. The company has recently launched the 2021 iteration of the Classic 350, and you can read all about it in our launch story here. If you're looking for the Royal Enfield Classic 350's latest variant-wise price list, you can check it here.
Royal Enfield Classic 350 Price:
Prices of the Royal Enfield Classic 350 starts from Rs 1,79,782 for the single-channel ABS version, and from Rs 1,88,531 for dual-channel ABS, both ex-showroom Delhi. You also get alloy rims with certain colour options of the dual-channel ABS variant. These are priced higher than the standard spoke-rim versions. The dual-channel ABS Classic 350 comes in ten colours: Classic Black, Pure Black, Mercury Silver, Chrome Black, Gunmetal Grey (with alloy/spoke wheels), Sandstorm Sand, Airborne Blue, Stealth Black, Orange Ember, and Metallo Silver. The single-channel ABS version gets four colours: Chestnut Red, Ash, Mercury Silver, Pure Black and Redditch Red, all featuring spoke wheels.
Royal Enfield Classic 350 Features:
The Classic 350 isn’t really the most feature-heavy. It gets basic bulb units for the headlight, analogue speedometer, and odometer. There are two tell-tale lights for low fuel and engine check (introduced with the BS6 updates). However, the Classic 350 finally gets closed-loop fuel injection with an oxygen sensor in the exhaust. The variants with alloy wheels get tubeless tyres at both ends, which can handle punctures much better than tubed ones.
Royal Enfield Classic 350 Engine:
The Classic 350 is powered by a BS6-compliant 346cc single-cylinder air-cooled UCE thumper. In transitioning to the BS6 norms, the motor has lost 0.7PS in the process, now producing only 19.3PS. Thankfully, the torquey charm of the motor remains unchanged, churning out 28Nm. A standard 5-speed gearbox is mated to the Classic 350’s engine.
Royal Enfield Classic 350 Suspension & Brakes:
The foundations of the Royal Enfield Classic 350 are pretty simple and conventional. The steel single-downtube frame uses the engine as a stressed member. The chassis is suspended by a telescopic fork and twin gas-charged shocks. The bike rolls on a 19/18-inch wheel setup. Braking hardware includes a 280mm front disc and a 240mm rear disc with dual-channel ABS and a 153mm rear drum brake for the single-channel ABS. On the spoke-rim variants, you get 90/90-section front and 110/90-section rear tyres. The alloy wheel bikes use the same front tyre but a wider 120/80-section rear tyre.
Royal Enfield Classic 350 Rivals:
The Royal Enfield Classic 350 competes with the Honda H’Ness CB350, Bajaj Dominar 400, Jawa, and Benelli Imperiale 400. You can also check out other similarly priced offerings like the KTM RC 125, Jawa Forty Two, KTM 200 Duke, Bajaj Dominar 250, and KTM 250 Duke.
Royal Enfield Classic 350 (2012-2021) STD BS3 40.8 kmpl346 cc DISCONTINUED | Rs.1,39,039 | ||
Royal Enfield Classic 350 (2012-2021) S BS4 40.8 kmpl346 cc DISCONTINUED | Rs.1,45,995 | ||
Royal Enfield Classic 350 (2012-2021) Redditch BS4 40.8 kmpl346 cc DISCONTINUED | Rs.1,48,846 |
Royal Enfield Classic 350 (2012-2021) Pros and Cons
Things We Like in Classic 350 (2012-2021)
- Aspirational value associated with the Royal Enfield brand
- Beautiful classic styling
- Torquey motor offers good low-end performance
Things We Dont Like in Classic 350 (2012-2021)
- Possibly the least refined engine in its segment
- Reliability is also a big question
Classic 350 (2012-2021) Competitors
Royal Enfield Classic 350 (2012-2021) Colours
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Classic 350 (2012-2021) Specifications
Mileage (City) | 41.93 kmpl |
Displacement | 346 cc |
Engine Type | Single cylinder 4 stroke, air-cooled fuel injection |
No. of Cylinders | 1 |
Max Power | 19.36 PS @ 5250 rpm |
Max Torque | 28 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
Front Brake | Disc |
Rear Brake | Disc |
Fuel Capacity | 13.5 L |
Body Type | Cruiser Bikes |
Royal Enfield Classic 350 (2012-2021) Features
ABS | Dual Channel |
Speedometer | Analogue |
Odometer | Analogue |
Tripmeter | Analogue |
Fuel gauge | No |
Classic 350 (2012-2021) Expert Review
In an age where technology is constantly evolving, you’d think that anything that doesn’t keep up with modern times will lose its importance. Royal Enfield was also facing this dilemma at the turn of the 21st century with sales plummeting. It seemed all was lost for the iconic brand which seemed a bit out
of favour in a market dominated by modern performance motorcycles.
However, all that changed in 2009 as the Royal Enfield Classic 350 made its debut. Interestingly, it wasn’t exactly cutting-edge but the old-school charm coupled with the trademark ‘dug-dug’ exhaust note from the all-new Unit Construction Engine (UCE) made it feel like it had a living soul. These aspects made the Classic 350 the highest-selling motorcycle from the brand, year after year. It not only saved Royal Enfield but spawned an all-new segment of motorcycle not only in India, but across the globe.
Of course, Royal Enfield had to keep the legacy alive, and hence upgraded the Classic 350 to comply with BS6 emission norms. But are the updates comprehensive enough to make it as desirable as its predecessor?
Design
One of the biggest reasons for the Classic 350’s popularity has been its styling. So it isn’t surprising to see Royal Enfield not tinkering with it. All the old-school elements like the prismatic lens, ‘Tiger Eye’ pilot lamps, large fuel tank with chromed out fuel filler cap and the sprung rider’s seat have been retained. Visually, the only two changes are the small lump on the exhaust bend pipe that houses an additional catalytic used to control emissions, and a small blacked out metal cover for the electronic fuel injector.
Specifications |
Royal Enfield Classic 350 BS6 |
Wheelbase |
1390mm |
Kerb weight |
195kg |
Ground Clearance |
135mm |
LxWxH |
2160x790x1090mm |
Our test bike was the Signals Edition which features a bunch of cosmetic changes to set it apart from the regular model. It comes with stencilled numbers on the fuel tank, with a unique Signals Edition logo and blacked out rims, powertrain, battery box and rear suspension. The test bike also featured a bunch of additional accessories, but more on that later.
Engine, Mileage & Performance
One thing that’s immediately noticeable is how sharp the throttle response has become thanks to the fuel injection system. Even the on-off throttle transition feels gradual and natural. The top-end also sees an ever-so-slight improvement. But being a long-stroke, push-rod engine, it is still as laidback as before. The BS4-compliant Classic used to be comfortable at around 65-70kmph whereas the BS6-compliant version can cruise at 70-80kmph without stressing out too much. That said, the refinement is still notoriously poor. Vibrations kick in as soon as the needle crosses 60kmph but they’re still bearable. But crossing 85kmph will invite harsh vibrations on pretty much every surface on the motorcycle where your body is in contact with.
Specifications |
Royal Enfield Classic 350 BS6 |
Royal Enfield Classic 350 BS4 |
Engine |
346cc single-cylinder air-cooled fuel-injected motor |
346cc single-cylinder air-cooled carburetted motor |
Peak power |
19.14PS at 5250rpm |
20.07PS at 5250rpm |
Maximum torque |
28Nm at 4000rpm |
28Nm at 4000rpm |
Gearbox |
5-speed |
5-speed |
30-70kmph in 3rd gear |
8.28 seconds |
8.73 seconds |
40-80kmph in 4th gear |
11.34 seconds |
11.28 seconds |
The gearing is well-spaced and the low-end torque is good enough to haul the motorcycle from standstill with deftness. That said, the high kerb weight of 195kg plays spoilsport in fully enjoying the bottom-end grunt. The 4th gear is tractable enough to let the bike happily trundle around in the city, with the speedometer needle sitting at 50kmph. That said, the heavy clutch makes riding in heavy traffic a tiring affair.
Tested Efficiency |
Royal Enfield Classic 350 BS6 |
Royal Enfield Classic 350 BS4 |
City Mileage |
41.93kmpl |
38.73kmpl |
Highway Mileage |
38.46kmpl |
35.36kmpl |
Thanks to the addition of fuel injection, the motor is now more fuel-efficient than the BS4-compliant version. As you can see from the table, both the tested city and highway mileage figures are more than its predecessor. This coupled with the 13.5 litre fuel tank should ensure an average real-world range of about 500km on a tankful.
Handling & Ride Quality
Manoeuvring the motorcycle at low speeds in the city is quite energy consuming thanks to the high kerb weight. The suspension setup is well tuned to absorb most of the bumps Indian roads can throw at you. This along with the large 19-inch front and 18-inch rear spoke wheel make sure the bike maintains its composure even on very sharp bumps. The touring seat does a stellar job of keeping the shocks at bay. Compared to the standard sprung seat, the wobble on the touring seat is considerably less. At 135mm, the ground clearance isn’t all that great. You’ll have to be wary of this especially when exploring the harsh terrains of Leh-Ladakh.
The hard-compound Ceat Zoom Plus tyres are built to last long, and they offer decent levels of grip on dry roads. However, things aren’t confidence-inspiring on the wet. It tends to lose grip rather quickly while cornering.
Brake Test |
Royal Enfield Classic 350 BS6 |
Royal Enfield Classic 350 BS4 |
80-0kmph |
34.99m |
38.73m |
60-0kmph |
19.73m |
21.85m |
The Royal Enfield Classic 350 BS6 really shines when it comes to braking prowess. The 280mm front and 240mm rear disc have a fierce bite, linear progression and feel, bringing the 195kg hunk of metal to a surprisingly quick halt. The dual-channel ABS also does a great job of keeping the bike planted while panic braking and it isn’t too intrusive either.
Features
The most significant technological update is the closed loop fuel injection (FI) system, which, along with the added catalytic convertor helps the motor comply with the stringent emission norms without the need for a major overhaul. Thanks to the FI system, the trademark amp meter has been replaced with a low-fuel lamp (lights up when the fuel level reaches around 4 litres), an ABS light and an engine check light. The analogue speedometer, odometer, and other tell-tale lights have been carried over.
As far as practicality is concerned, it is woefully short on useful features like a trip meter or a proper fuel gauge. You can’t rely on getting a clear look of the inside of the fuel tank either as there’s a metal panel obstructing the view. The illumination of the instrument cluster isn’t good enough, especially at night, as one will have to squint hard to see the odometer reading. During day time, the neutral light is a little too faint to be visible properly.
The Signals Edition features dual-channel ABS as standard. The standard variant of the Classic 350 is also available with a single-channel ABS for those who are under a tight budget. It costs Rs 1,59,851 (ex-showroom Delhi).
The test bike also had a touring-spec rear view mirror kit which costs an eye-watering Rs 4,000! Their stems are made out of machined aluminium, hence the premium pricing. In contrast to how cool they look, these mirrors have a large blind spot that covers a quarter of the mirror. They’re also pretty much useless at highway speeds because of the vibrations. If you want a properly functional, no-nonsense rear view mirror, we’d suggest you source the wide ones from the older Thunderbird 350/ 500. Another accessory which our test motorcycle came with are the saddle stays and canvas panniers. The build quality of the saddle stays is quite good and it feels like it is made to last. They cost Rs 1,600 a pair and the canvas panniers cost Rs 3,300 for one and Rs 5,500 for a pair. The panniers are very easy to install and remove, and they’re coated with water-resisting wax. They are ideal for short weekend getaways.
Another small niggle is that while the side-stand engine cut-off feature prevents the engine from cranking up, it does not disable the starter motor itself. So if you don’t realise that the side stand is on, you’ll end up draining the battery as the starter motor would keep trying to crank up the engine.
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