Agree with everything you've said Mr. Brown. I have the red and chrome too and I love it! I'm 66 now and ridden 250s, 500s, 650s and this is by far the best bike I've ridden. It handles like a dream and the only time I notice the lack of horse power is going up a steep hill! It pulls away beautifully and gets to 60mph in no time if you need it to. I won't be looking for another bike that's for sure. Thank you for your videos.
Couldn’t agree more - I’ve done 3,500 miles in 8 months on mine and love it even more. No sign of any trouble, serviced by me, still looks like new. With 45 years of motorcycling under my belt, this is unquestionably the best bike I’ve ever had.
Spot on analysis, Mr Brown. I have one myself and it is wonderful. I also have a Tiger 800 which is fantastic too but am thinking of selling it because the RE is probably all I need from a motorbike. If your idea of the pleasure of motorcycling a is riding along country lanes, enjoying the sound of the bike and the scenery you need look no further. Looks wise, it is, as a friend of mine who knows nothing about motorbikes says , a work of art.
Thanks Mr Brown, you've summed up Royal Enfield singles, you could apply all those reasons to the 500s too. I've just done 1850 miles on everything from tiny lanes to motorways on my Bullet 500 and could start it all again tomorrow. I couldn't say that about any of the big 'touring' bikes I've done that distance on, brilliant little bikes 👍.
It’s one of those bikes that’s greater than the sum of its parts. My only regret is buying my signals before the release of the gorgeous bulitt version in black would have snapped that up!!
I don’t yet own one of these yet but i did a day out with Nathan in Devon and loved riding it over the Meteor. I dismissed the new Bullet as a styling exercise but i can see it has its merits - different seat, foot peg location and shorter rear mudguard for getting the wheel out.
Motorcycle journalists do a job and review bikes. Motorcycle enthusiasts just ride bikes and enjoy the ride even if it’s 50mph. Take the Honda Grom. 125cc and about 9hp. Still fun to ride. Royal Enfield have done a great job of marketing their bikes and they make them for people to just get on and enjoy the ride. The Classic 350 looks fantastic. I just bought the little Hunter 350. Great engines. Smooth usable power. The most difficult decision is which 350 variant to buy. Easy. By the one you like the look of and you’ll be very happy 😃
Nice presentation! I’m going to buy one of these Classics this winter(good deals to be had). I’ve had my share of bikes the past 45 years, and as I’ve aged, the horsepower factor has taken a back seat to practicality and a more relaxed riding experience. Heck, I just sold a WR450 and bought an XR150 for the rough gravel county roads that I explore near my home. Easier to ride, less maintenance, and it gets me where I want to go. Plus, I’ve always wanted a more old school(like the Brit bikes I always wanted back in the day) motorcycle that is functional but not maintenance intensive, and has a bit of the “soul” that is missing in most bikes these days. Really enjoy your channel, as it keeps my riding spirit alive, especially during these long winter months! 😁
I have the Meteor which has the same engine and its top speed doesn't stop me from going on dual carriageways or motorways. Its never been lacking in acceleration and its top speed is just above the limit and thats all you need. The 350s are great bikes and anyone that says different has never ridden one. As for the Ceat tyres they are spot on. You have some lovely bikes Mr Brown old and new. Ride safe m8.
I am forever thinking I want one of these, initially when I am too old to hold up my Harley but recently as well as the Harley! Seem to be cheap to own and ride. Great review, thanks.
A delightful bike! I quite like the look of the new Bullet, with its dual seat and slight styling differences from the Classic👍. I find the Interceptor to be a bit more exciting though...... 😁.
I had a test ride on a Benelli Imperiale 400 and really liked it but I've never seen any out and about. The dealer disparages Enfields (obvioudly they want to sell Benellis) but there isn't an Enfield dealer near where I live. Given that there are loads of videos on the 350s and virtually none on the Benellis, it maked me wonder why. I do like the 350 I must say.
Really enjoying your channel, Mr Brown. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience on the Enfields, it's a pleasure to listen to you. I have a 350 Meteor and Classic 500, very different bikes, but enjoying them both. Looking forward to more of your videos. Ride safe.
They are a great-looking little bike that's for-sure . $500 + Road-Tax in NZ for bikes over 500cc , a wanker-Politician (PM, John-Keys) put the reg-price up after arguing with an-opposition-Member who rode a Harley . Keys was the same-guy who did over the Irish-Economy some years-back .
They're good lookers and the price is right [ on sale here in Canada for $4300 at the moment ]. Great commuters or bikes for leafy lanes . No use for the roads up here in northern BC where you have to be able to get around or get away from huge highway trucks . Horses for courses , I suppose . Nostalgia at an affordable price , with modern convenience is what they are all about . And that's OK .
@@Volcanicbrown1878 . Aye maybe so but you like making videos , so I wouldn't want to cut you short. Besides I like watching them , so carry on . Just don't try to convince me that the Meteor and Super Meteor are good looking bikes , 😂
@@dungspreadervery true, particularly the SM650. None of the RE's that I grew up with in the 1960's had the butt ugly look of the Super Meteor and none were super heavy, the brand took a wrong turn building a cruiser...
Mr. Brown? I think you’re Tommy Walsh 🤭 sound like an Essex geezer. 💪 in the nicest possible way 👍 as for the classic, I went for the Meteor co’s it’s got alloys no chrome, an like you probably get 300mls to a tank full. Enjoy mate. 😎
Bonjour j'ai la mienne depuis mai 2022 et 18000 KLM a son guidon plus tard .....une onzième raison je reprend cette expression d'un autres processeur : elle masse l'âme ! Oui je confirme ce que beaucoup disent cette moto fait du bien....son utilisation devrait être prescrit...😁✌️🇨🇵
@quentendawson81 Well, I put one in the Interceptor and noticed no difference! If you do put the DNA filter in, start the bike up from cold and without touching the throttle, let the bike idle for about 20 mins. This allows the ECU to make the necessary adjustments to the fueling....Very important!
RE paintwork is excellent. My Silver Spectre Interceptor had nice deep paint work & mates Glitter & Dust & all others I've seen.Welds are good.I do think 🤔 the Electrics are cheap & I had a faulty Relay from new which was causing bike to loose power when accellerating but still idle.Also after a wash wouldn't start & had to disconnect & reconnect battery connector cables.I replaced all the Relays with Hitchcock's one's which are twice the amps & all issues solved & bike actually started stronger & was 150rpm higher in first start up till once warmed up then back to normal.I haven't heard of Relay problems with the 350 only Himmy & Interceptor/Gt but probably the same.Other than the cheap Relays are a great bike & if I got another be my first mod.For the price of bike better Relays is nothing really a cheap mod.Cleaned grease out too I did as well & bike start after wash everytime. I saw a Relay on a Himmy cut in half & had signs if corrosion after 1000km.
Really love the classic 350 but worried about being too big for it, I'm 6'2" and rather chunky. Did I hear you say your 6'6" ??? Have obviously sat on one but don't want to look like I'm riding a monkey bike
It is a slow bike like my URAL side car outfit. Speed is not everything. It should have a belt drive, much cheaper than a chain drive maintenance free.
@johnharris7353 The sun was so low that if I went around the other side of the bike, all you would have seen was the glare of the sun! Plenty of vids on the cahannel for a full walkround!.
Regarding the handling I have the same motorcycle and I find that the connection between me and the handlebars and the Motorcycle is almost intuitive I almost have to just think where I want to turn and the thing goes right there I get the feel of the road so beautifully and the thing turns so easily
I have the Halcyon Green like you for the last 2 years, 54 years of riding and the best bike I have owned, in fact will be the last bike I own, it’s that good. Only issue were the spokes that are not stainless steel but have just sorted that, a set of alloys from Hitchcocks 2 days delivery. So I now have tubeless tyres that turn in faster but still hold the line round the bends beautifully. Love your channel after finding you on TAYM’s recommendation 😊
Agree with everything you've said Mr. Brown. I have the red and chrome too and I love it! I'm 66 now and ridden 250s, 500s, 650s and this is by far the best bike I've ridden. It handles like a dream and the only time I notice the lack of horse power is going up a steep hill! It pulls away beautifully and gets to 60mph in no time if you need it to. I won't be looking for another bike that's for sure. Thank you for your videos.
@andrewiansummers Thankyou very much!😁😁
Couldn’t agree more - I’ve done 3,500 miles in 8 months on mine and love it even more. No sign of any trouble, serviced by me, still looks like new. With 45 years of motorcycling under my belt, this is unquestionably the best bike I’ve ever had.
Spot on analysis, Mr Brown. I have one myself and it is wonderful. I also have a Tiger 800 which is fantastic too but am thinking of selling it because the RE is probably all I need from a motorbike. If your idea of the pleasure of motorcycling a is riding along country lanes, enjoying the sound of the bike and the scenery you need look no further. Looks wise, it is, as a friend of mine who knows nothing about motorbikes says
, a work of art.
Thanks Mr Brown, you've summed up Royal Enfield singles, you could apply all those reasons to the 500s too. I've just done 1850 miles on everything from tiny lanes to motorways on my Bullet 500 and could start it all again tomorrow. I couldn't say that about any of the big 'touring' bikes I've done that distance on, brilliant little bikes 👍.
@5dTraveller Yes, I have been following your adventures! You have a great channel going on there!
@@Volcanicbrown1878 Thank you sir 👍
It’s one of those bikes that’s greater than the sum of its parts. My only regret is buying my signals before the release of the gorgeous bulitt version in black would have snapped that up!!
Lovely little bike, very tempted, especially in new Bullet form as I saw at the show.
I don’t yet own one of these yet but i did a day out with Nathan in Devon and loved riding it over the Meteor. I dismissed the new Bullet as a styling exercise but i can see it has its merits - different seat, foot peg location and shorter rear mudguard for getting the wheel out.
everyone but the dogs love the sound .....:) thanks for a great round up of this beautiful bike, couldn't be happier with my Halcyon black
@tomstockell9481 Thanks Tom, appreciated!
Motorcycle journalists do a job and review bikes. Motorcycle enthusiasts just ride bikes and enjoy the ride even if it’s 50mph.
Take the Honda Grom. 125cc and about 9hp. Still fun to ride. Royal Enfield have done a great job of marketing their bikes and they make them for people to just get on and enjoy the ride.
The Classic 350 looks fantastic.
I just bought the little Hunter 350.
Great engines. Smooth usable power.
The most difficult decision is which 350 variant to buy. Easy. By the one you like the look of and you’ll be very happy 😃
That's why I bought two!, The Halcyon green and the red/chrome!😁
Nice presentation! I’m going to buy one of these Classics this winter(good deals to be had). I’ve had my share of bikes the past 45 years, and as I’ve aged, the horsepower factor has taken a back seat to practicality and a more relaxed riding experience. Heck, I just sold a WR450 and bought an XR150 for the rough gravel county roads that I explore near my home. Easier to ride, less maintenance, and it gets me where I want to go. Plus, I’ve always wanted a more old school(like the Brit bikes I always wanted back in the day) motorcycle that is functional but not maintenance intensive, and has a bit of the “soul” that is missing in most bikes these days. Really enjoy your channel, as it keeps my riding spirit alive, especially during these long winter months! 😁
@bryanbrowning5746 Thankyou Bryan A lovely comment!
I'm seriously considering getting one . After not owning or riding a bike for 20 years 😊
@5150show Turn a "Wish I had" into a "Glad I did"!
I have the Meteor which has the same engine and its top speed doesn't stop me from going on dual carriageways or motorways. Its never been lacking in acceleration and its top speed is just above the limit and thats all you need. The 350s are great bikes and anyone that says different has never ridden one. As for the Ceat tyres they are spot on. You have some lovely bikes Mr Brown old and new. Ride safe m8.
@jameshaydon8922 Thanks James! Kind words indeed! you ride safe too, especially this time of year.
I'm on the continental GT 650 and I think it's the perfect street bike, it does it all well.
I am forever thinking I want one of these, initially when I am too old to hold up my Harley but recently as well as the Harley! Seem to be cheap to own and ride. Great review, thanks.
@markhenry192 Glad you liked it! thanks!
A delightful bike! I quite like the look of the new Bullet, with its dual seat and slight styling differences from the Classic👍. I find the Interceptor to be a bit more exciting though...... 😁.
Got mine in April. Fantastic!
Thanks for your thoughts, may just leave as is. No point fixing something that's not broken!
I was thinking of getting one myself but was unsure if I am too tall so I was glad to hear you have no issues and I'm the same height as you.
@robinfry4390 Very comfortable at our height and nobody has ever said the bike looks small under me!
Such a great motorcycle for the money! You touch on all points so good about these gems of bikes 😁👍
Cheers Bruce
@Coastriderscotland Thanks Bruce! I tried to!
What a good review, you have a great facility of expression , i have a 350 reborn and its spot on and your reviews spot on thanks Mr Brown.
@alanjones32 Thankyou!
I love my classic 350 have the same one as you in that colour. I have more people come up to me and talk to me about it love it. Cheap motorcycling.
I had a test ride on a Benelli Imperiale 400 and really liked it but I've never seen any out and about. The dealer disparages Enfields (obvioudly they want to sell Benellis) but there isn't an Enfield dealer near where I live. Given that there are loads of videos on the 350s and virtually none on the Benellis, it maked me wonder why. I do like the 350 I must say.
@ralfhoffmann2487 My "Local" Enfield dealer (49 miles away) also sells bennelli's, he told me he sells 9 Enfields to every Benelli!
Really enjoying your channel, Mr Brown. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience on the Enfields, it's a pleasure to listen to you. I have a 350 Meteor and Classic 500, very different bikes, but enjoying them both. Looking forward to more of your videos. Ride safe.
@doug00596 Thanks for the kind words! Appreciated!
It's beautiful in the chrome & red.
@pinkiewerewolf Thanks! I think so too!
They are a great-looking little bike that's for-sure . $500 + Road-Tax in NZ for bikes over 500cc , a wanker-Politician (PM, John-Keys) put the reg-price up after arguing with an-opposition-Member who rode a Harley . Keys was the same-guy who did over the Irish-Economy some years-back .
@kdsowen2882 $500? Sheesh that's expensive! I remember that John Keys, (say no more!)
They're good lookers and the price is right [ on sale here in Canada for $4300 at the moment ].
Great commuters or bikes for leafy lanes .
No use for the roads up here in northern BC where you have to be able to get around or get away from huge highway trucks .
Horses for courses , I suppose .
Nostalgia at an affordable price , with modern convenience is what they are all about .
And that's OK .
A great analysis of the vid! Maybe I should have just said all that at the start and saved myself 9 points!!!
@@Volcanicbrown1878 . Aye maybe so but you like making videos , so I wouldn't want to cut you short. Besides I like watching them , so carry on .
Just don't try to convince me that the Meteor and Super Meteor are good looking bikes , 😂
@@dungspreader No danger of that!!😁😁
@@dungspreadervery true, particularly the SM650. None of the RE's that I grew up with in the 1960's had the butt ugly look of the Super Meteor and none were super heavy, the brand took a wrong turn building a cruiser...
Mr. Brown? I think you’re Tommy Walsh 🤭 sound like an Essex geezer. 💪 in the nicest possible way 👍 as for the classic, I went for the Meteor co’s it’s got alloys no chrome, an like you probably get 300mls to a tank full. Enjoy mate. 😎
@user-cc4pr8wc4w I was actualy born in Derby, but you would never know to listen to me!
Well said! Beautiful Bikes
Thanks!😁
Bonjour j'ai la mienne depuis mai 2022 et 18000 KLM a son guidon plus tard .....une onzième raison je reprend cette expression d'un autres processeur : elle masse l'âme ! Oui je confirme ce que beaucoup disent cette moto fait du bien....son utilisation devrait être prescrit...😁✌️🇨🇵
Hi Mate, Would you recommend a DNA air filter for the 350 Classic?
@quentendawson81 Well, I put one in the Interceptor and noticed no difference! If you do put the DNA filter in, start the bike up from cold and without touching the throttle, let the bike idle for about 20 mins. This allows the ECU to make the necessary adjustments to the fueling....Very important!
RE paintwork is excellent.
My Silver Spectre Interceptor had nice deep paint work & mates Glitter & Dust & all others I've seen.Welds are good.I do think 🤔 the Electrics are cheap & I had a faulty Relay from new which was causing bike to loose power when accellerating but still idle.Also after a wash wouldn't start & had to disconnect & reconnect battery connector cables.I replaced all the Relays with Hitchcock's one's which are twice the amps & all issues solved & bike actually started stronger & was 150rpm higher in first start up till once warmed up then back to normal.I haven't heard of Relay problems with the 350 only Himmy & Interceptor/Gt but probably the same.Other than the cheap Relays are a great bike & if I got another be my first mod.For the price of bike better Relays is nothing really a cheap mod.Cleaned grease out too I did as well & bike start after wash everytime.
I saw a Relay on a Himmy cut in half & had signs if corrosion after 1000km.
Really love the classic 350 but worried about being too big for it, I'm 6'2" and rather chunky. Did I hear you say your 6'6" ??? Have obviously sat on one but don't want to look like I'm riding a monkey bike
@stephenthompson6049 Yes i'm 6'6'' and have no prob riding it in complete comfort. Nobody has ever said the bike looks small under me!
I'm 6'2" 230lb and totally comfortable on my Classic. I love the "sit up straight like a dork" riding position. As comfortable as an easy chair.
Amount of people..? Number of people !
@partridge9698 ?????
Triumph peoples are still in denial that the bikes are made in Thailand
good but the seat is too high, I want a royal enfield 68cm seat
You can get lower seats for them.
It is a slow bike like my URAL side car outfit. Speed is not everything. It should have a belt drive, much cheaper than a chain drive maintenance free.
@frankmarkovcijr5459 Ha Ha Ha! it's retro, but not that retro!🤣🤣🤣😁
It does certainly have the wow! facor, on bothsides...Wow! That bike is beautiful! On the other sde, WOW! WHERES THE OTHER HALF OF THE MOTOR?!!!
@johnharris7353 The sun was so low that if I went around the other side of the bike, all you would have seen was the glare of the sun! Plenty of vids on the cahannel for a full walkround!.
Regarding the handling I have the same motorcycle and I find that the connection between me and the handlebars and the Motorcycle is almost intuitive I almost have to just think where I want to turn and the thing goes right there I get the feel of the road so beautifully and the thing turns so easily
@james-le2rs Spot on!
I have the Halcyon Green like you for the last 2 years, 54 years of riding and the best bike I have owned, in fact will be the last bike I own, it’s that good. Only issue were the spokes that are not stainless steel but have just sorted that, a set of alloys from Hitchcocks 2 days delivery. So I now have tubeless tyres that turn in faster but still hold the line round the bends beautifully. Love your channel after finding you on TAYM’s recommendation 😊