Royal Enfield Hunter 350

The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is the most economical and lightweight Royal Enfield. It targets young commuters and was always made to handle city obstacles with ease and after the new update, it gets even better. It has proven that a commuter bike doesn't have to look sober or boring. But being in the price range from Rs1,37,640 to Rs1,66,883 really makes it value for money? Let's find out more about it. On April 4, 2026, Royal Enfield launched the Base Premium variant of the Hunter 350, along with two new colour options for the top-spec variant.

Hunter, just like any other Royal Enfield, does have neo-retro styling but it also has a youthful touch to it. It looks quite compact and all the cables and wires are either neatly routed or hidden giving it a clean appearance. No irregular panel gaps are visible which adds to the overall cleaner look of the bike. Build quality also feels sturdy with a metal tank and good quality of plastic panels and paint.

Hunter comes in 10 different colours– Factory black, Tarmac Black, Dapper Grey, Rio White, Graphite Grey, Rebel Blue, London Red, Tokyo Black, Mumbai Yellow, and Moonshot White. Personally, seeing Hunter in London Red really catches my eye. The gloss red and black paint stripes make it stand out. You may also take a closer look at all the colours of the Hunter 350 here.

While keeping the safety in mind, the mid and top variant of Hunter gets dual channel ABS but base variant gets single channel ABS with rear drum brake which feels outdated. Rear disc brakes would have made more sense. And for added safety, it gets a slip-assist clutch which makes gear shifts smoother and safer.

To enhance convenience, the mid and top variants come with a Tripper Pod and a USB-C fast charger. In the base variant, the Tripper Pod is optional, but you still get a USB-C charger, though it doesn't feature fast charging. Hunter also has a digi-analogue display with an LCD screen but information on it may feel a bit cluttered, but it's still readable even under harsh sunlight. However, one thing you’ll miss on this screen is the gear indicator, which has been removed by Royal Enfield due to the shortage of rare earth metals. We have detailed everything in our Hunter 350 features explainer.

Better yet, you can also modify your Royal Enfield Hunter 350 to be more practical or look cooler (or even both) with official accessories. 

The Hunter offers a relaxed, upright riding stance. Its seat height is 790 mm, making it comfortable for riders as short as 5'4" and up to 5'10" without feeling cramped.

The seat is wide, spacious, and slightly firm, providing better support for the rider. The pillion also has enough space to travel around the city without feeling uncomfortable, and the pillion footpeg position is designed for comfort as well.

The Royal Enfield Hunter comes with a 349cc air-cooled engine that delivers 20.2PS of power at 6100rpm. The engine is quite tractable, offering 27Nm of torque at 4000rpm, which means frequent gear shifting is not required in slow-moving traffic. Its throttle response is smooth and predictable which makes it easy for new riders to handle without feeling intimidated. 

On the highway, the Hunter comfortably cruises at 90-95kmph. Pushing it beyond that speed causes the engine to feel stressed. However, one of its best thing about it is the minimal vibrations, which are barely noticeable but they do increase slightly beyond 100kmph.

The Hunter easily overtakes slow-moving traffic on highways, but you need to downshift for quick overtakes. Gear shifts are smooth, and the clutch feel is light, ensuring there's no strain on your hand during city traffic. The bike has a 13-liter fuel tank and offers a mileage of around 30-35kmpl.

Ride Quality

The Hunter features a 41mm telescopic fork at the front and rear twin shock absorbers with 6-step adjustable preload. After the launch of the updated Hunter 350 last year, its suspension has become much more pliant and absorbs rough roads and bumps with ease. This is a significant improvement which makes the overall ride comfortable.

Handling

The Hunter has a wheelbase of 1370mm and a kerb weight of 181kg, which makes the bike nimble and flickable and these qualities make it easy to handle in stop-and-go traffic. It makes the Hunter a great choice for city riding. Even at high speed it feels planted on the road, and lane changing feels effortless. The braking is progressive, meaning the bike slows down gradually, but it lacks a sharp bite, which can be a bit of a drawback.

The Royal Enfield Hunter offers great value for money with a sturdy chassis, impressive panel and paint quality, and looks that makes the bike feel young. It opens the door to Royal Enfield Tribe in the most efficient and economical way. The bike is perfect for city commuting, thanks to its easy handling, tractable engine, and light clutch.

It’s also comfortable for both the rider and pillion. Not just city but you can also plan short tours on this bike. Overall, the Hunter is a bike that combines great looks, decent performance and smooth handling, making it an ideal choice for tackling the urban jungle. If you're interested in buying, and are keen to know the entire journey - from checking specifications to comparing with rivals, head to the Hunter 350's Ultimate Buying Guide.

The Hunter 350 competes with a range of bikes in the retro roadster segment. Here's are the detailed comparison explainers for all the key rivals of the Hunter:

• Hunter 350 vs Yamaha XSR155
• RE Hunter vs TVS Ronin
• Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Royal Enfield Classic 350
• Hunter vs Royal Enfield Bullet 350
• RE Hunter vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350
• Hunter 350 vs Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350
• Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Triumph Speed 400
• RE Hunter 350 vs Triumph Speed T4 
• RE Hunter 350 vs Upcoming Triumph Bonneville 400

The Honda H’Ness CB350 and CB350 RS are slightly more refined than the Hunter 350 but also more pricey going above the Rs 2.00 lakh (ex-showroom) mark. The TVS Ronin is one of its main competitors when you consider the cost factor. It is priced between Rs 1.35 lakh and Rs 1.74 lakh (ex-showroom prices). It is equipped with better features but the unique, unscripted looks might not be for everyone's tastes. The Yamaha XSR155 is alse one of it's strongest competitors. The Japanese neo-retro roadster was launched in November 2025  The Yezdi Roadster is the final competitor of the Hunter 350. I have yet to ride the new model but it is priced higher, coming in between Rs 2.14 and Rs 2.18 lakh (ex-showroom). With the Hunter 350 priced between Rs 1.50 lakh and Rs 1.82 lakh, it makes a good case for itself, considering it is a 350cc motorcycle.

Here are other rivals for the Hunter 350 in a similar price range,

Royal Enfield has updated the Hunter 350, here's what's different as compared to the older bike. 

Here's how the Hunter 350 compares against the BSA Bantam 350.

What is the Price of the Hunter 350?

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The Hunter 350 is positioned as the most affordable Royal Enfield based on the J-platform. Here's the current pricing for all of the colours on offer:

The Hunter 350 prices will be reduced after September 22 since falls in the lower tax slab as per GST 2.0. Here's how much will cost. 

If you want to know how the Hunter 350 variants differ from each other, check out this variants explained story.