I recently got the highness. And I couldn’t be happier with my choice. I can definitely relate to the happy vibes that you get from riding the bike. It never gets old
Even I own the same, Honda Hness Anniversary edition, and I have been in love with this bike from day one I got it, I have completed 7000+ KM in 8 months, its a well-engineered bike, personally I feel it attracts true riders or engineers😉(just kidding)
I had a Jawa(dual ABS), I sold it off and bought CB350 anniversary edition black. owning a Jawa I had a similar worst experience I also faced all the issues you mentioned in this video and coming to the bike itself is the worst in every department the engine is so rough and unrefined and makes all kinda noices, the seat the suspension is way too hard its a back breaker overall the whole product is a sub-quality sub-standard bike, I got deceived by its old school looks and wasted my money on it and I also made all kinds of modifications to make it suite my riding style but that didn't work either. I'm not afraid to post this because people need to see this and make an informed decision while choosing a bike and don't waste their hard earned money. Coming to Honda CB350 its an absolute dream to ride, Its been 8 months ridden 10k km and done 3rd service, the engine is just butter smooth lightest clutch in the segment good riding aurgos just enjoying the ride.
Mate why does your comment sound as if I wrote it :) I think we both empathise with the pain we suffered in the name of retro/classic or brand factor. In fact just last night I spoke to some of my biking friends who were excited about BSA in India. I told them its the same CLPL who is bringing it to India so don't have much hopes on the quality aspect.
@@creator_on_wheels yes, saw BSA scrambler at EICMA... looks good .. Again looks is the only thing going well for CLPL other than that not much hopes on the build quality and engineering perspective...:)
I have a Hness and 2 aspects are quite disappointing: 1. The company installed crash guard does not inspire confidence in case of a fall and 2. The headlights could be better, much better.
I own a highness 350 1st year anniversary hunter Green. It's simply the best 350cc bike. Till date I have ride about 7000km...Its smooth as butter. No vibration on the handle bar...full of mid range power. The engine is super smooth and that clutch is kike feather 🪶... I am very happy to own it.. I had similar experience choosing the right bike. At last after a lot of research...I decided to go for highness and I'm glad that I make that choice ☺️
After owning it and seeing the option given by CLPL i know what mistake they made. They gave the option of changing the sound by playing around with the DB Killer and even told its fine to remove it for "louder" sound. What this lead to is everyone tweaking to their own taste buds and ending up with mess. If am right the newer Yezdi dont have the option to play with DBKiller.
Being an avid bike rider since 1976, I could make out from the 2nd test ride of Jawa 42 that this would not be as reliable product considering the excessive heat emanating from the radiator and the low ground clearance . Your revelations confirms my apprehensions and unless it's quality levels matches to the desired levels this brand will not survive nor withstanding the emotions of the die hard fans. Also was keen on Highness but the tall gearing was not to my liking. Waited for Hunter but didn't like it's sitting ergonomics akin to my Gixxer with rear set footpegs which is tiring beyond 30 kms of riding. Ronin test drive confirmed and matched my requirements and instantly purchased it and am extremely happy riding this delightful machine having perfect balance of power, fuel economy, riding dynamics, Led illuminations and overall lower cost of ownership vis - vis its competitors.
Am totally with you on what you said. Jawa or Yezdi or their owner company is riding on people sentiments and nothing else: they don’t seem to be worried about genuine customer feedback and concerns and take a step towards improving what not right.
@@creator_on_wheels The engine is not of Jawas of Checkoslovakia rather its a copy of a defunct company from Italy which was purchased by Mahindra as reported. The original Jawas had very endearing exhaust note and were fun to ride with smooth acceleration which could not survive the competition with Japanese bikes and being two stroke engine, were discontinued in late 80's. Ideal Jawa co @ Mysore produced 250 cc Yezdi's, Road King, Oil King, a 175 cc Yezdi in 1987 and a 350 CC bike whose Engine and Chasis were out of synch . Had lot of hopes for these new bikes which unfortunately couldn't match up to my aspirations
Ronin is gem of a bike . TVs has just hit right product though delayed . Ronin is smooth like Japanese and has almost all features a expensive bikes has (TVS doesn't hesitate to put all gizmos at lower prices product s)
This is very reason why I don't go to dealerships of these bike companies to make review videos or join whatsapp groups or promote any specific brands...because the more friendly you get with these brands..you get caged..you opinions will be never be unbiased...so even a genuine problem in a bike will be ignored...you have paid for the bike and you have every right to call out the issues...
Esp for Jawa or its parent company its a diff issue altogether. It never gave bikes to influencers or reviewers or auto journalists with the worry that they will speak out its negatives. But being an owner and being part of several owners groups I felt all of us were paying the price for the sentiment we went behind. This time I didn't go with any influencer or journalist review but test-rode the bike several times before narrowing down on the CB350. I am glad that I took the decision.
I’ve been using highness for more than a year and went for few tours to Himalayas.. the only problem I felt.. 1. The stock crash guard is of no use 2. Battery is not that great.. they should have given a better battery
Thats something interesting, esp on the Battery aspect. What exact issue have you faced ? As for the crashguard i am pretty sure the one given by company is decent for city use ( where the chances of fall is much low ). But if it has to be for long touring or to leh/ladakh then it has to be something better. Thanks for sharing your views Akshay.
@@creator_on_wheels I’d to change the battery within few months.. the battery went dead suddenly.. even in our Honda highness group I see a lot of people faced this battery issue.. I’d a conversation with local mechanic too.. he said that they should have given a higher V battery considering this 350cc..
Find out about the quality of alloy wheels...it's a major issue. It bends with slightest bump over pothole..and the tubeless tyre gets deflated. Costly affairs and bad experience by many owners. I also ride a highness and in a ride group.
Thats interesting to hear. My bike is just more than a month old. But i have been a part of the group but no one has complained about it yet. But will keep an eye out for it. Thanks for the pointer.
i have marshell green matt, Hness CB350. I felt the same the way you have mentioned in the video. But honestly. for a moment, just for a moment when the riding footage came on i just felt that "How this Guy went from indian Home to the US Looklike Road" 🤣🤣😅😂😂 and nice sense of humour. " 10 mahine ke pahele to baccha aa jata hai" LOL
Rushbh, when i did a test ride I tried it on the single-seat version and when compared to the split seats on the anniversary edition ( you can opt for it at a small diff of cost of about 4k I think on the dlx-pro ) is very noticeable. there are few evident changes. The front seat is slightly but noticeably wider which gives better support. And the pillion seat is a tad longer and wider. The comfort for both rider and pillion is noticeably better with a split. But it makes the bike even more retro visually.
hello sir. nice vdo. i also purchase the h'ness recently, on 20th Aug2022, What you said about the hunter i had the same thoughts. Infact i also had considered the classic350.
we also hav a whatsapp group of h'ness owners. the group is created itself by the dealership here in kolhapur. but reading the comments of other hness owners in the group i get totally negative mindset about the bike. everybody there is complaining about the brakepads, rusting, battery issues. though thankfully i havnt gon any of them yet🤞🤞🤞
Don't really break your head on the messages on WhatsApp or facebook groups. Everyone will have one or the other issue and they keep cribbing about it. Just go out and enjoy your ride.
Bro thank you for making this video see i really love the Honda hiness almost eveyone is in love with this machine i am yet to ride it heard a lot abt its refinement and pure riding pleasure it gives but i have been a die hard RE Classic 350 Fan bro but never purchased it since i didnt like its engine and its part qualities which they have fixed now largely, and RE Classic 350 is one vry comfrtbl riding posture bike so bro why did you not go for it??? I want to know your take on it please 🙏🏽
The simplest answer is "Refinement" and the urge to have a long-term well performing bike. As much as I like Meteor and Hunter I was/am not a big fan of the look of the Classic350. Though they have so many versions of 350 all of them look the same and the roads are flooded with 350. So I didn't even have that in my equation. Hope that helps.
Why should one go for 350 cc vs 225 ? Genuinely asking. I own a platina 110cc. Took test rides of Meteor, hunter, N160, and Ronin 225. I loved the comfort of Ronin. Many of my Biker friends are saying to try Hiness 350 (apologies for spelling mistake) Thus, can anyone help me ?
It's a valid question - the simplest answer to that is the Upgrade path. Why do you want to go from 100 cc to 100 cc again? My path was 125, 180, 273, and 343 to be precise and I know what I want next also. My primary requirement was a neo-retro or classic-looking bike, not a roadster and I went for a path within that category itself. In the list, you gave I wouldn't put the N160 into the equation because that's a diff category of bike. I wouldn't even put a CB200F or Dominar250 etc. Cos they are diff segments. If possible try to take test ride of 2-3 diff bikes on same day eg Hunter, Meteor, Classic350 and Hness or RS. you will see a very noticeable difference. If you give gap between test rides you wont feel the evident difference or similarities. Also do multiple test ride of same bike in diff showroom and on diff roads that matters too.
Hey Susmit - i can 100% say that this will give you a very good upright seating position. In worst of the case if you are short for this bike ( like < 5.5ft ) then you can optionally take the CarbonRacing raisers and you will be sorted. If you notice in the video esp when am talking about Jawa in that segment you can see my friend ride his Hness and you can gauge his riding stance. Its very comfortable. With the split seat it feels even more relaxed for long rides. As for the usage - if you maintain it well then it can outlast a RE or any other bike. Honda engines are super reliable. You take good care of it and it will be with you for ever.
@@creator_on_wheels I won't ask to many questions I need to know how to buy good riding gear and accessories for this bike. As I am working at a rural place in odisha.
Hy.. great video.. thanks for the information... I heard that the bike tends to hit mud on the pillion while riding on wet roads etc.. Is that the case? Is the rear mudguard not sufficient TOO?
Well for Hness i guess not really but i the RS i have heard its there. But the mud splash on the engine ( from front wheel ) and the engine back near frame junction ( from back wheel ) is there and its very evident. But company itself provide mudflaps as additional accessory at an extra cost ( this is the irony this should have been default ). These flaps works perfectly and keep the bike good. But on the pillion i havent faced it personally not seen.
Yes i have RS and mud splash is the main problem on RS. But its not a deal breaker RS is such an amazing machine that the mud splash shouldn't be the reason to not buy the bike.
Is the Bluetooth connectivity useful? Does the touring seat that comes in anniversary edition by default provide better comfort to rider and pillion? Thank you 🙏
Call it unfortunate but i use an iPhone and the app or the pairing facility is not available currently for iOS. It's android only. My backup and travel phone is an android but haven't set that up with the bike. But will do it and let know in the coming weeks. Now reg the split seat - that's not a touring seat but its a 100% better comfortable one. it's wider and longer for both rider and pillion and you can see the difference. I have put Sahara seats - seat cover and it has made it even more comfortable. But Sahara seats have their own version of touring seats for Hness if you are interested.
Hey - yes i did mention in the video also that i test rode both Hness and RS ( multiple times ) . In short and quick Hness is more retro, its more relaxed seating position due to centre set footpeg. RS is more modern and has slightly rearset foot pegs which makes you feel a bit sporty and also has wider back tyre which gives it a very scrambler type look. Both the engines are exactly same no change at all. If you are doing only city rides then take RS. if you plan to use it for long rides then buy Hness.
How is the suspension? Specially in bad roads, have you face any ground clearance related issues over speed breaker, and what about engine heat. Kindly write in detail as i am also planning to buy before Diwali
Nishu - I can very confidently say that over the last 1.5 months not even once I have faced ground clearance issue. I have ridden solo in bad patched and with 2up around in city (wife + kid ). If you seen my videos and photos on IG you can clearly guage my physique . And am telling this after having ridden jawa42 for 3yrs. I had done so many mods in Jawa to ensure it doesn’t affect when am riding alone. Here I have left it it stock setting and not even touched anything. Now for the engine heat for what I have seen till now no issues - again am being honest for what I have seen till now. I Ride in bangalore city which everyone knows is famous for traffic . I have once taken it out for long ride 200km in one stretch and didn’t face issue which is alarming. Honestly speaking I evaluated all these before buying too cos I know what I missed in previous bike . You can confidently go and take it brother .
Hey Dhivagar - Glad that you asked bad that i missed that point in my video. I had a terrible experience when i went to test ride the Ronin. I went to showroom and they told there is no test ride bike available but i can see the new bikes which are ready for purchase. I thought i had seen TR vehicles at this dealership just a week or two back. I went to the godown to see the bike and that time someone from the dealership who accompanied me told me that one guy who took the TR bike fell down and it damaged the bike and to add to this he told that the items which are damaged will take 3 weeks to come to service centre as this is a new bike. So i just lost all the confidence i had on this bike. This bike was on road for quite a few months already and still for their own test-ride bike they told that they dont have spares to fix then how will they fix the customer vehicle in case of an issue. This kind of let me down. On top of it i wanted to move up from the 273cc of the Jawa and this 225 was not something i was keen on. But on paper the Ronin is def a good bike ( even if you compare it to Jawa42 )
I booked the black colour... The showroom is showing 2 price one with 75% insurance claim another with 100% claim.. never heard like this before... If anyone could give proper information then please let me know
That's right. The showroom gives an option to take only the comprehensive or the bumber2bumper ( which comes at an additional cost ). It's a personal choice and the ideal is to take 100% coverage (b2b). Whichever you take it's only for 1yr and the 3rd party is for 5yrs. So in the second year, you have an option to continue with full or just comprehensive. Most showrooms give a single type of insurance - some give comprehensive and some give full - in most cases, it's comprehensive to show that the cost of insurance is less for the buyer. Here Honda ( or rather Bigwig ) is making it very clear and they are giving options to buyers.
Great video. Im also confused.What about seat height. My height is 5.6. Will i be able to handle it easily sir and able to flatfoot.Will be waiting for your reply.
My honest answer is you cant flat foot on both, but one for sure. I am 5'11 and 2/3rd of my feet touch the ground when with sports shoes. So maybe with proper riding boots, I can flatfoot. But I am trying to be practical and tell. With one foot you can def keep down comfortably and balance the bike and keep it straight and ride too.
Suzuki bikes are at another level ,they make best of Japanese bikes but don't market there product well . Vstrome 250 should had been game changer but it's not seen in showrooms yet
I recently got the highness. And I couldn’t be happier with my choice. I can definitely relate to the happy vibes that you get from riding the bike. It never gets old
No doubt about your statement.
Even I own the same, Honda Hness Anniversary edition, and I have been in love with this bike from day one I got it, I have completed 7000+ KM in 8 months, its a well-engineered bike, personally I feel it attracts true riders or engineers😉(just kidding)
I had a Jawa(dual ABS), I sold it off and bought CB350 anniversary edition black.
owning a Jawa I had a similar worst experience I also faced all the issues you mentioned in this video and coming to the bike itself is the worst in every department the engine is so rough and unrefined and makes all kinda noices, the seat the suspension is way too hard its a back breaker overall the whole product is a sub-quality sub-standard bike, I got deceived by its old school looks and wasted my money on it and I also made all kinds of modifications to make it suite my riding style but that didn't work either.
I'm not afraid to post this because people need to see this and make an informed decision while choosing a bike and don't waste their hard earned money.
Coming to Honda CB350 its an absolute dream to ride, Its been 8 months ridden 10k km and done 3rd service, the engine is just butter smooth lightest clutch in the segment good riding aurgos just enjoying the ride.
Mate why does your comment sound as if I wrote it :) I think we both empathise with the pain we suffered in the name of retro/classic or brand factor. In fact just last night I spoke to some of my biking friends who were excited about BSA in India. I told them its the same CLPL who is bringing it to India so don't have much hopes on the quality aspect.
@@creator_on_wheels yes, saw BSA scrambler at EICMA... looks good .. Again looks is the only thing going well for CLPL other than that not much hopes on the build quality and engineering perspective...:)
I have a Hness and 2 aspects are quite disappointing: 1. The company installed crash guard does not inspire confidence in case of a fall and 2. The headlights could be better, much better.
Proud owner of CB350...ride it at speed of 100 to 110 still zero vibration...Best in class. My friend is also giving up his interceptor for CB350
I own a highness 350 1st year anniversary hunter Green. It's simply the best 350cc bike. Till date I have ride about 7000km...Its smooth as butter.
No vibration on the handle bar...full of mid range power. The engine is super smooth and that clutch is kike feather 🪶...
I am very happy to own it..
I had similar experience choosing the right bike. At last after a lot of research...I decided to go for highness and I'm glad that I make that choice ☺️
Out of all old retro bikes jawa is the bottom of the list for me. The irritating auto rickshaw sound of jawa/yezdi is the biggest turn offs.
After owning it and seeing the option given by CLPL i know what mistake they made. They gave the option of changing the sound by playing around with the DB Killer and even told its fine to remove it for "louder" sound. What this lead to is everyone tweaking to their own taste buds and ending up with mess. If am right the newer Yezdi dont have the option to play with DBKiller.
@@creator_on_wheels Since all the Yezdi uses Jawa Perak’s engine nope they don’t have an option to do that even Jawa Perak don’t
Being an avid bike rider since 1976, I could make out from the 2nd test ride of Jawa 42 that this would not be as reliable product considering the excessive heat emanating from the radiator and the low ground clearance . Your revelations confirms my apprehensions and unless it's quality levels matches to the desired levels this brand will not survive nor withstanding the emotions of the die hard fans.
Also was keen on Highness but the tall gearing was not to my liking.
Waited for Hunter but didn't like it's sitting ergonomics akin to my Gixxer with rear set footpegs which is tiring beyond 30 kms of riding.
Ronin test drive confirmed and matched my requirements and instantly purchased it and am extremely happy riding this delightful machine having perfect balance of power, fuel economy, riding dynamics, Led illuminations and overall lower cost of ownership vis - vis its competitors.
Am totally with you on what you said. Jawa or Yezdi or their owner company is riding on people sentiments and nothing else: they don’t seem to be worried about genuine customer feedback and concerns and take a step towards improving what not right.
@@creator_on_wheels The engine is not of Jawas of Checkoslovakia rather its a copy of a defunct company from Italy which was purchased by Mahindra as reported. The original Jawas had very endearing exhaust note and were fun to ride with smooth acceleration which could not survive the competition with Japanese bikes and being two stroke engine, were discontinued in late 80's. Ideal Jawa co @ Mysore produced 250 cc Yezdi's, Road King, Oil King, a 175 cc Yezdi in 1987 and a 350 CC bike whose Engine and Chasis were out of synch .
Had lot of hopes for these new bikes which unfortunately couldn't match up to my aspirations
Ronin is gem of a bike . TVs has just hit right product though delayed . Ronin is smooth like Japanese and has almost all features a expensive bikes has (TVS doesn't hesitate to put all gizmos at lower prices product s)
@@creator_on_wheels Agree absolutely 👍
What a great scenery on wheels....... thanks for share, keep safe on 2 wheels buddy....
Thanks so much Abdul :)
Well thought out and CB is reserved for gentlemen as such. Welcome to club❤️✌️
Thanks so much Brother :)
This is very reason why I don't go to dealerships of these bike companies to make review videos or join whatsapp groups or promote any specific brands...because the more friendly you get with these brands..you get caged..you opinions will be never be unbiased...so even a genuine problem in a bike will be ignored...you have paid for the bike and you have every right to call out the issues...
Esp for Jawa or its parent company its a diff issue altogether. It never gave bikes to influencers or reviewers or auto journalists with the worry that they will speak out its negatives. But being an owner and being part of several owners groups I felt all of us were paying the price for the sentiment we went behind. This time I didn't go with any influencer or journalist review but test-rode the bike several times before narrowing down on the CB350. I am glad that I took the decision.
I’ve been using highness for more than a year and went for few tours to Himalayas.. the only problem I felt..
1. The stock crash guard is of no use
2. Battery is not that great.. they should have given a better battery
Thats something interesting, esp on the Battery aspect. What exact issue have you faced ?
As for the crashguard i am pretty sure the one given by company is decent for city use ( where the chances of fall is much low ). But if it has to be for long touring or to leh/ladakh then it has to be something better. Thanks for sharing your views Akshay.
@@creator_on_wheels I’d to change the battery within few months.. the battery went dead suddenly.. even in our Honda highness group I see a lot of people faced this battery issue.. I’d a conversation with local mechanic too.. he said that they should have given a higher V battery considering this 350cc..
12 AH is ideal for 350 cc kickless bike.instead they have given 6AH , lesser than many 100 cc bikes with bs6 engines
Why you skipped new classic 350🤔
Find out about the quality of alloy wheels...it's a major issue. It bends with slightest bump over pothole..and the tubeless tyre gets deflated.
Costly affairs and bad experience by many owners.
I also ride a highness and in a ride group.
Thats interesting to hear. My bike is just more than a month old. But i have been a part of the group but no one has complained about it yet. But will keep an eye out for it. Thanks for the pointer.
Is it true? I heard the problem got solved from bigwing gm
That is not classic vehicle. Just increased cc Honda vehicle. If classic, you need to go for Royal Enfield or Jawa Yezdi
What is classic ? Removing all modern looks and then adding chrome and round headlamp doesn't make classic. Whatever is older then old is classic.
i have marshell green matt, Hness CB350. I felt the same the way you have mentioned in the video. But honestly. for a moment, just for a moment when the riding footage came on i just felt that "How this Guy went from indian Home to the US Looklike Road" 🤣🤣😅😂😂 and nice sense of humour. " 10 mahine ke pahele to baccha aa jata hai" LOL
ha ha ha :D Its pretty much India, Its pretty much Karnataka, Its pretty much in and around Bangalore.
@@creator_on_wheels Superb! adding Karnataka to my list.
Best in 350cc segment..hands down
No doubt ( touch wood ).
Many peoples saying hness is high maintenance service is this true??
How is the pillion comfort in Anniversary edition or Delux Pro as I think the Anniversary edition has split seats and Delux Pro has single seat
Rushbh, when i did a test ride I tried it on the single-seat version and when compared to the split seats on the anniversary edition ( you can opt for it at a small diff of cost of about 4k I think on the dlx-pro ) is very noticeable. there are few evident changes. The front seat is slightly but noticeably wider which gives better support. And the pillion seat is a tad longer and wider. The comfort for both rider and pillion is noticeably better with a split. But it makes the bike even more retro visually.
hello sir. nice vdo. i also purchase the h'ness recently, on 20th Aug2022, What you said about the hunter i had the same thoughts. Infact i also had considered the classic350.
we also hav a whatsapp group of h'ness owners. the group is created itself by the dealership here in kolhapur. but reading the comments of other hness owners in the group i get totally negative mindset about the bike. everybody there is complaining about the brakepads, rusting, battery issues. though thankfully i havnt gon any of them yet🤞🤞🤞
I too have hears same issues in many vlogs.
I keep wondering if Honda is neglecting such a huge and competitive Indian market.
Don't really break your head on the messages on WhatsApp or facebook groups. Everyone will have one or the other issue and they keep cribbing about it. Just go out and enjoy your ride.
Why didn't you try the dominar 400?? That was a really muscular bike with huge road presence 🔥
Bro thank you for making this video see i really love the Honda hiness almost eveyone is in love with this machine i am yet to ride it heard a lot abt its refinement and pure riding pleasure it gives but i have been a die hard RE Classic 350 Fan bro but never purchased it since i didnt like its engine and its part qualities which they have fixed now largely, and RE Classic 350 is one vry comfrtbl riding posture bike so bro why did you not go for it??? I want to know your take on it please 🙏🏽
The simplest answer is "Refinement" and the urge to have a long-term well performing bike. As much as I like Meteor and Hunter I was/am not a big fan of the look of the Classic350. Though they have so many versions of 350 all of them look the same and the roads are flooded with 350. So I didn't even have that in my equation. Hope that helps.
@@creator_on_wheels Thanks a Ton Bro ❤️🙏🏽 i think i know what to do next 😁👍🏽
Why should one go for 350 cc vs 225 ? Genuinely asking. I own a platina 110cc. Took test rides of Meteor, hunter, N160, and Ronin 225.
I loved the comfort of Ronin.
Many of my Biker friends are saying to try Hiness 350 (apologies for spelling mistake)
Thus, can anyone help me ?
It's a valid question - the simplest answer to that is the Upgrade path. Why do you want to go from 100 cc to 100 cc again? My path was 125, 180, 273, and 343 to be precise and I know what I want next also. My primary requirement was a neo-retro or classic-looking bike, not a roadster and I went for a path within that category itself. In the list, you gave I wouldn't put the N160 into the equation because that's a diff category of bike. I wouldn't even put a CB200F or Dominar250 etc. Cos they are diff segments. If possible try to take test ride of 2-3 diff bikes on same day eg Hunter, Meteor, Classic350 and Hness or RS. you will see a very noticeable difference. If you give gap between test rides you wont feel the evident difference or similarities. Also do multiple test ride of same bike in diff showroom and on diff roads that matters too.
@@creator_on_wheels thank you. Did the same for N160, Hunter and Ronin. Will give try to others as well. Thank you for helping 😊
I also sold my jawa 42 and got the cb350rs.. it was a terrible bike 😬
#nocomments :P
What a beautiful machine
No doubt or second thought about it.
Heyy really informative video. Loved this one . What's your onroad price for this anniversary edition?
In Bangalore it’s 2.61L accessories you add based on what’s required for you. But the company accessory are affordable.
Which I bike to buy? I want a bike for sitting upright position. Long drive. Can be used for lifetime like royal Enfield.
Hey Susmit - i can 100% say that this will give you a very good upright seating position. In worst of the case if you are short for this bike ( like < 5.5ft ) then you can optionally take the CarbonRacing raisers and you will be sorted. If you notice in the video esp when am talking about Jawa in that segment you can see my friend ride his Hness and you can gauge his riding stance. Its very comfortable. With the split seat it feels even more relaxed for long rides.
As for the usage - if you maintain it well then it can outlast a RE or any other bike. Honda engines are super reliable. You take good care of it and it will be with you for ever.
@@creator_on_wheels I am taking your suggestion and buying cb350 hness
@@creator_on_wheels I won't ask to many questions I need to know how to buy good riding gear and accessories for this bike. As I am working at a rural place in odisha.
@@susmitsethy1683 Go for it you wont repent. But don't forget to test ride both Hness and RS before putting the money.
Hy.. great video.. thanks for the information... I heard that the bike tends to hit mud on the pillion while riding on wet roads etc.. Is that the case? Is the rear mudguard not sufficient TOO?
Well for Hness i guess not really but i the RS i have heard its there. But the mud splash on the engine ( from front wheel ) and the engine back near frame junction ( from back wheel ) is there and its very evident. But company itself provide mudflaps as additional accessory at an extra cost ( this is the irony this should have been default ). These flaps works perfectly and keep the bike good. But on the pillion i havent faced it personally not seen.
@@creator_on_wheels Thanks, it helps a lot...
Yes i have RS and mud splash is the main problem on RS. But its not a deal breaker RS is such an amazing machine that the mud splash shouldn't be the reason to not buy the bike.
Also,mud guard extenders are available for both highness and Rs, game Changer,bike stays clean and lubricated
Is the Bluetooth connectivity useful? Does the touring seat that comes in anniversary edition by default provide better comfort to rider and pillion? Thank you 🙏
Call it unfortunate but i use an iPhone and the app or the pairing facility is not available currently for iOS. It's android only. My backup and travel phone is an android but haven't set that up with the bike. But will do it and let know in the coming weeks.
Now reg the split seat - that's not a touring seat but its a 100% better comfortable one. it's wider and longer for both rider and pillion and you can see the difference. I have put Sahara seats - seat cover and it has made it even more comfortable. But Sahara seats have their own version of touring seats for Hness if you are interested.
@@creator_on_wheels Thank you so much
Brother Have you test ride rs . What make you choose hness over rs
Hey - yes i did mention in the video also that i test rode both Hness and RS ( multiple times ) . In short and quick Hness is more retro, its more relaxed seating position due to centre set footpeg. RS is more modern and has slightly rearset foot pegs which makes you feel a bit sporty and also has wider back tyre which gives it a very scrambler type look. Both the engines are exactly same no change at all. If you are doing only city rides then take RS. if you plan to use it for long rides then buy Hness.
@@creator_on_wheels U said it. I chosen Highness, I travel through highways most time.
How is the suspension? Specially in bad roads, have you face any ground clearance related issues over speed breaker, and what about engine heat.
Kindly write in detail as i am also planning to buy before Diwali
Nishu - I can very confidently say that over the last 1.5 months not even once I have faced ground clearance issue. I have ridden solo in bad patched and with 2up around in city (wife + kid ). If you seen my videos and photos on IG you can clearly guage my physique . And am telling this after having ridden jawa42 for 3yrs. I had done so many mods in Jawa to ensure it doesn’t affect when am riding alone. Here I have left it it stock setting and not even touched anything.
Now for the engine heat for what I have seen till now no issues - again am being honest for what I have seen till now. I Ride in bangalore city which everyone knows is famous for traffic . I have once taken it out for long ride 200km in one stretch and didn’t face issue which is alarming.
Honestly speaking I evaluated all these before buying too cos I know what I missed in previous bike . You can confidently go and take it brother .
@@creator_on_wheels thank you big brother.
Why didn't you test drive Ronin?
Hey Dhivagar - Glad that you asked bad that i missed that point in my video. I had a terrible experience when i went to test ride the Ronin.
I went to showroom and they told there is no test ride bike available but i can see the new bikes which are ready for purchase. I thought i had seen TR vehicles at this dealership just a week or two back. I went to the godown to see the bike and that time someone from the dealership who accompanied me told me that one guy who took the TR bike fell down and it damaged the bike and to add to this he told that the items which are damaged will take 3 weeks to come to service centre as this is a new bike.
So i just lost all the confidence i had on this bike. This bike was on road for quite a few months already and still for their own test-ride bike they told that they dont have spares to fix then how will they fix the customer vehicle in case of an issue. This kind of let me down.
On top of it i wanted to move up from the 273cc of the Jawa and this 225 was not something i was keen on. But on paper the Ronin is def a good bike ( even if you compare it to Jawa42 )
@@creator_on_wheels thanks for your response.
I booked the black colour... The showroom is showing 2 price one with 75% insurance claim another with 100% claim.. never heard like this before... If anyone could give proper information then please let me know
That's right. The showroom gives an option to take only the comprehensive or the bumber2bumper ( which comes at an additional cost ). It's a personal choice and the ideal is to take 100% coverage (b2b). Whichever you take it's only for 1yr and the 3rd party is for 5yrs. So in the second year, you have an option to continue with full or just comprehensive. Most showrooms give a single type of insurance - some give comprehensive and some give full - in most cases, it's comprehensive to show that the cost of insurance is less for the buyer. Here Honda ( or rather Bigwig ) is making it very clear and they are giving options to buyers.
@@sierralimaa thankyou for the information.. but what is the difference between these two.. if you kindly elaborate
Great video. Im also confused.What about seat height. My height is 5.6. Will i be able to handle it easily sir and able to flatfoot.Will be waiting for your reply.
My honest answer is you cant flat foot on both, but one for sure. I am 5'11 and 2/3rd of my feet touch the ground when with sports shoes. So maybe with proper riding boots, I can flatfoot. But I am trying to be practical and tell. With one foot you can def keep down comfortably and balance the bike and keep it straight and ride too.
My height is 5'8"(exactly 169cm) I cannot flat foot but I can mange my highness.
I am 5 feet and using highness for 1 year in Mumbai traffic daily commute. It's smooth clutch is what it ticks for me
Looks like a Lolipop 😂😂🤣. Me too same bro
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Sorry bro ,it's a very pakauu long vedio..make short vedios
Sure sir will take your advice !
Vstrom 250 left the chat
Suzuki bikes are at another level ,they make best of Japanese bikes but don't market there product well . Vstrome 250 should had been game changer but it's not seen in showrooms yet
If you observed properly even TVS Ronin left the chat :P
@@creator_on_wheels TVS = rust😂