Unfortunately I didn't have the luxury of a test ride before I bought mine but I was confident I'd like it and I was right ! Just such a simple, delightful and intuitive ( I think that last word sums it up best ) bike to ride which delivers simple, relaxed riding pleasure. It's so effortless to ride that you just have more mental capacity left over to really enjoy what you are currently doing. And THAT is why I ride motorcycles. For that sense of pure freedom and enjoyment. I think you might need to get one ;) Thanks for commenting and stay safe ! Cheers !
@@economicalrides 👍 ... funny thing is that I'd been looking at a different bike completely 🤣 ... I sat on the Meteor and just fell for her, it's interesting how she feels a lot lighter than the 190kg weight as listed ... I'm hooked 👍 (at that price who wouldn't be) the only quandary is the colour 😎 Btw ... hope your back is getting better 👍
@@shanedebarra4986 Thanks Shane, yes the back is slowly getting better. Whisper it, but yesterday I did manage to sneak out for a quick ride around the block on her and my back didn't kill me afterwards. Hoping I'll be fully fit for a longer ride at the weekend, now that the first service is finally out of the way, I have 5000km of freedom to look forward to. Totally agree about the weight. When I am heaving the bike in and out of the garage it doesn't feel like 190kg at all. Not when scooting it about with my feet on the ground either. I hope that figure doesn't intimidate some riders and cause them not to buy one, because you certainly never feel the supposed weight ! Delighted to hear that you are planning to get one too. The bigger the Meteor community the better the spares supply will be and there should be more support for the model from third party suppliers. Hoping for some nice aftermarket canvas bags to come out from someone soon. I miss not being able to take my bike to do the shopping but don't want to ruin the Fireball's looks with permanent luggage ! Thanks for watching and commenting and let me know which colour your finally decided to go for. I thought it was a bit of a shame that the colour is determined by the spec level. I mean, maybe somebody would really like a blacked out yellow Supernova, but unfortunately we are stuck with what they offer us. Thanks again, really appreciate getting to chat with fellow members of the Meteor Appreciation Society :P
@@economicalrides glad you're on the mend, injuries like that can really take their toll on lifestyle 👍 ... yep, I'm ordering one, just working out which colour (they're all pretty), I totally agree about the luggage, dont want to destroy the looks.... I've got an old 1950s set of canvas bags from my old BSA m20 and I'm already planning for the Enfield, I reckon I'll buy a Saree guard and use a single canvas bag on that side with the base of the bag resting on the footrest ... 👍 Pleasure to chat and watching your vids, keep it up 😎
@@economicalrides I didn't test my Meteor out before I bought it; many dealers here in the US are funny about test rides. I sat on one though, and it felt fine. Like you, I was confident I'd like it, and i have... :)
I think you’ll be delighted with your purchase. I know I am. Actually the bike is even better than I was expecting. Good luck with yours and stay safe Benny 👍
*On Friday 14 Aug 2020. The =RE= Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Supernova. Regards from Bangkok. Safe Riding. Johnny BikeSanooK Crew* th-cam.com/video/pvDP2CzTWAE/w-d-xo.html
I‘m sure you will love it. Took her for a beautiful ride in the mountains this morning and I have been smiling all day ! An amazing bike, pure motorcycling pleasure ! Good luck with your Stellar. I am hoping to film for a new video tomorrow, so stay tuned ! Thanks for commenting, stay safe !
Great stuff. I'm sure you'll love it ! Thanks for watching and commenting Kevin. More videos coming soon to help you pass the time until you finally get yours !
*In 2018-2020 two TKR Total Knee Replacements on my 69 birthday. I never thought I'll be biker. Well, now 6-7 motorbike test rides later I am going to buy my first motorcycle on Friday 14 Aug 2020. The =RE= Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Supernova. Regards from Bangkok. Safe Riding. Johnny BikeSanooK Crew* th-cam.com/video/pvDP2CzTWAE/w-d-xo.html
@@THUGPUTIN RE is bringing the Classic 350 here to the US. I almost wish they'd bring the Hunter here too. Maybe not, because, if they did, I'd have to buy a third bike! When the Classic 350 comes, I plan on getting one. I can't logically justify it, but I love it and I want one... :)
Thanks. This bike in this colour blew me away when I saw it, which is why I had to buy it ! Thanks for subscribing, more videos coming soon. Take care, stay safe 👍
Thanks Joel. I forgot to mention it in my videos but if anybody has any specific questions which would help them to decide whether or not the Meteor is the bike for them, post them in the comments and I will give you an honest answer based on my ownership experience so far 👍
@@joelgafa7157 Hi Joel. The running-in period is 2000km and currently I have only done 800km ( damn my back ! ). I am going to take it easy until I reach 2000km so have yet to reach the speeds you mention. On collection day I HAD to use the highway to get home and that was the fastest I've been so far. I took her up to 90kmh just to be less of a hazard to others. At 90kmh I started to feel some vibrations coming through the foot pegs. Nothing bad, just noticeable. No vibes in the bars at that speed though. Bear in mind that the motor was BRAND NEW at this point, there may be less vibes once the engine is fully run-in. I have seen it reported that the absolute top speed of the Meteor is 120kmh on the speedo which was measured to be about 115kmh genuine. So on that basis, on the highway I think you would need to set your cruising speed to 100kmh, otherwise you will be thrashing the bike too hard. Allegedly this motor is designed to do 100kmh all day and if true, then I think that would be just about sufficient for the odd foray onto the highway ( if it can't be avoided ! ). I think the bike should be fairly relaxed at 100kmh although 90kmh seems to be smoother ( so far ). RE also sell "Touring foot pegs" as an accessory. These have a bigger surface area and have more rubber in them. They claim "more comfort" for rider and passenger on long journeys. I'm guessing by "comfort" they are referring to the vibes coming through the standard foot pegs at higher speeds. As soon as my bike is fully run in, I want to do a trip to Granada which is a four hour round trip and almost all of it on the highway. I will aim for a cruising speed of 100kmh. If the bike manages that without breaking into a sweat I will be more than happy ! If it happens, then of course there will be a video about it here ! I am also thinking of buying the Touring foot pegs and if I do I will report back how effective they were. But vibes in the feet aren't as bad as vibes through the bars and at least they remind you that you are actually riding a motorcycle :P To answer your question more succinctly : 100 kmh - should be fine, it is what I am expecting to be able to do if required 110 kmh - will be pushing it. Maybe ok for a brief spell but wouldn't set it as my cruising speed personally. Am currently involved in an E-Mail exchange with Royal Enfield Spain, trying to sort out the mystery of the varying quoted service intervals ! Thanks for your question. Cheers Joel !
@@economicalrides thanks for the reply…really appreciate your honest opinion. I look forward to more of your videos! You sound like you really love the bike.
@@joelgafa7157 Thanks Joel. Yes, still loving the bike so far. Like you I bought the bike expecting to be able to take the bike on the highway as this is something which I will occasionally have to do ( unfortunately ). 90kmh is okay but I feel that at 100kmh I am less of an obstacle to other traffic on the highway. If the Meteor is not comfortable sustaining 100kmh on the highway I will be disappointed. But as mentioned, I will do the trip to Granada as soon as the bike is run in and then I will be able to say for sure how much the bike and I struggled ( if at all ) on a four hour highway run. And I think at some point I will buy the Touring foot pegs and fit them. I will of course post a video on the channel letting you all know whether or not they help at all. It's a pleasure chatting to you Joel. Take care and stay safe. Cheers !
My favourite kind of videos on TH-cam. An average Joe talking about his simple experience with honesty. So much more powerful than any review from the big players. Well done
Thank you so much Tiago, I’m blushing from your praise 🤗 I really, really appreciate that comment because that is what I am all about and it’s nice to hear that I come across that way 👍 Take care, ride safely and come back soon Tiago. Cheers !
@@economicalrides Last week I've rented a nc750 just for kicks thinking I was gonna love it but in fact just made me realise that I absolute love the humle experience of a simple weak bike. I can't really explain why. Do you feel the same? Maybe the minimalist brings more of something that we cannot qualify on a video?
@@TiagoRuivo Totally. I’ve done the whole “buy the latest greatest hottest bike I can afford” thing multiple times and I was either too afraid to enjoy the bike because of how much money I had invested in it OR I felt obligated to ride it all the time because I had so much money parked in the garage depreciating rapidly. The Meteor gives me everything I need but without me worrying if I don’t use it for several weeks. It’s paid for, I am never going to sell it, the depreciation is low, so it doesn’t matter if I don’t use it EVERY weekend. Right now it suits my needs, my attitude and my budget. I really chose the perfect bike to buy at that time IMO 😍 Everybody’s needs are different but a test ride on a Meteor will tell you all you need to know ( although I bought mine without a test ride ! ). I think the Meteor is a bike for sensible people who understand what they actually NEED in a motorcycle. It also has an amazing character to it, it just feels like your best friend from the first ride. It’s very hard not to fall in love with the Meteor, even if you find yourself wanting other bikes for other things. Thanks again for your support Tiago, I really appreciate it. Cheers.
@@economicalrides I feel the same way about my Meteor! It's what I need and want as a retired guy. I felt comfortable with it right from the off, as you Brits say. I've had bigger faster bikes; I've been there, done that, and lived to tell about it, hahaha. When I had my ZRX, I could never relax and enjoy the ride. That bike was so powerful that I felt as if I were riding a cranky temperamental thoroughbred race horse looking to toss me at the slightest whim. Plus, I couldn't enjoy its performance LEGALLY; the first summer I had it, I got pulled over by the cops like seven times! It's a wonder I didn't lose my license. Having a high performance vehicle was a sort of bucket list item for me; it was something I'd dreamt of since I was a teen. I scratched that itch with my ZRX. Now, I don't need to go that fast anymore...
Yep, the colour is absolutely awesome. At the beginning when I saw the launch photos I knew I wanted the sportier looking Fireball variant. Then I couldn't decide on the colour. I knew I preferred the yellow but I was worried that it might be a bit TOO yellow, if you know what I mean, and I may have ended up regretting it. I closed my eyes, opened them, looked at the red one. I closed my eyes, opened them and looked at the yellow one. Every time my eyes said "get the yellow one" but the cautious part of my brain was saying "but it might be TOO yellow. Maybe get the red one instead !". In the end I decided to be brave and trust my initial instincts and now I am so glad that I did. The fireball yellow is such a great colour, really rare to see something like it on a motorcycle. And the contrast between the bright yellow and the black of the engine, wheels and exhaust really makes the bike. The contrast red/black is nowhere near as stark. I'm SO glad I went with the yellow in the end, I really do recommend it if you end up buying a Meteor ! The Meteor still feels like the perfect bike to me, powerful enough but always relaxing and not intimidating to ride. I've managed to do 1100km so far and have yet to find anything about it which I do not like ! Thanks for commenting, ride safe and take care. Cheers !
Beautiful ride I got the exact same bike. Your videos are so personal. I enjoy watching them and appreciate the rider insight. I love that these bikes are simple which is what motorbiking is all about Thx mate Happy riding Allan USA
Thanks Allan, yes, the Meteor has some magic ingredient to it. It just feels special. Hopefully yours will be like mine and the two of you will develop a special bond almost instantly. Congratulations on your new bike Allan, an excellent choice ! Cheers 👍🏻 ER.
Had my Stellar, for about a month now and love it! I've also changed the seat today, for the 'Low Rider' option. It's not noticeably lower, but it has the '3D Mesh Technology'. Did about 60/70 miles today 40 with the original seat (sore backside) 20 or so with the new seat - seemed better, but will test again after a break, tomorrow. The bike has great torque at low speed, will pull from 30 mph (50 kph) in 5th, with no problem. Sounds great and leaves you with a huge grin!
Hi Paul, thanks for commenting and I’m glad you’re enjoying your bike too ! Give your seat some time to break in and your backside some time to get used to it. I initially thought my touring seat was too hard but after a few rides I was able to do three hours non-stop without any discomfort. Bums get used to seats, as do seats get used to bums over time. Don’t judge the seat too early. I know that if I start riding my bicycle after a long time away, the saddle kills me for the first two days. By the third day I have no discomfort at all. I’m sure the new seat will prove comfortable enough if you give it some time. The Meteor really is a fantastic bike, so intuitive and effortless to ride and the beautiful motor with its low end grunt and thump really helps to make every ride enjoyable. Take care and ride safe. Cheers !
@@economicalrides for me, the stock seat has been great so far; it's been the best seat I've ever had on a bike, period. If I change my mind, Hitchcock's in Britain has a nice selection of seats, hehehe... :)
It’s nice to see a review from someone who as actually put his hand in his pocket. A real live owner of a meteor 350 Your blessed those roads look fantastic. I’ve been watching a lot of reviews as they’ve all been good and really praised the bike. . I’m going to buy a Enfield meteor for my wife. I was going to get the the Honda rebel but it’s a strange market new one are cheaper that used so no one can sell a used one it’s bazar. Anyway the second she saw the Enfield. She wanted that instead. Thank god Her Ducati monster is a lot to fast for her. Great video and you have convinced me to buy the Enfield meteor 350 I’ll be ordering a yellow one and I even like the seat and fly screen. I think she’s going to be very happy with a meteor cheers
Hi Dave, thanks for commenting ! I'm glad my video convinced you to finally take the plunge ! I am approaching 1000km ( 620 miles ) with the bike now and there is still nothing about it which I do not like. It makes me smile every time I take it out. It is so intuitive to ride, never intimidating, you just get on it and relax and enjoy the ride. And I have rarely enjoyed rides as much as I enjoy them on the Meteor 350. It just puts you in the right headspace to just relax, cruise and enjoy. I am sure that your wife will love hers, in fact I am utterly convinced that she will. Right now my only concern is that the bike stays this way, that there are no reliability issues or severe degradation in the coming years. Recent Royal Enfield models have been built to modern standards and seem to last well, I'm just hoping the same will be true of the Meteor. I really want the bike to last and be reliable because I never want to sell it or have to search for another bike. The Meteor 350 is just perfect for me ! Royal Enfield is about to introduce a 650 twin cruiser in India which is also a very good looking bike ! When it comes to other markets it would be a great option for riders who have to do more highway mileage than I do. I would like one as a second bike for longer trips but since I can't afford to run two bikes, I'm happy enough to stick with my 350. Besides, that long-stroke single cylinder sound is a traditional Royal Enfield soundtrack and is part of the riding pleasure for me ! Glad you enjoyed our roads over here. If you haven't subscribed yet, I would appreciate it if you would. I will be producing regular new content, probably one video per week initially, so stay tuned. I have a video ready for upload this weekend. If you thought the roads in my collection video were good, wait until you see the video from last weekend's ride ! Thanks for commenting, ride safe and I hope your wife's RE Meteor experience ends up being as positive as mine. I am still totally in love with the darn thing and starting it up and hearing it immediately settle into a steady thump thump thump always puts a grin on my face ! Take care. Cheers !
@@economicalridesI haven't liked a bike this much since my old, Motobecane moped that I got in high school! The Meteor feels almost like a big moped, only it's faster. As for the Meteor's long term reliability, I think that, between RE's history of building thumpers and the track record of their Himalayan, I think that the Meteor will be a good bike. I'm MOST IMPRESSED with the build quality and how well thought out the design is! Now, if only they could do something about the ignition coil...
Thanks Gordon. As you can tell by now, I'm still loving the Meteor. Sorry I didn't reply earlier, I seem to have missed this comment ! Thanks for watching and commenting. I will continue to post updates on my life with my Meteor, things are planned ! Stay safe. Cheers !
love the windshield and seat upgrade........its looks really nice in yellow. I had never in my life had thought that i would like a motorcycle in this color
I quite agree. I was so nervous about choosing the yellow one that I nearly bought a red one instead. But I‘m so glad that I didn’t change my mind, the yellow and black together looks amazing. The bike always attracts a lot of attention and compliments wherever I go. It really is a beautiful bike, especially with the addition of the tinted flyscreen. I have just taken delivery of a red/chrome Classic 350 too, to give my Meteor some company in the garage. Another really beautiful Royal Enfield motorcycle 🥰 Cheers Kanta 👍 ER.
Thanks John. You are clearly a man of excellent taste 👍 This bike attracts so much attention that it verges on the embarrassing. It’s just a pretty no nonsense motorcycle and I absolutely love it. More videos coming soon, so stay tuned and thanks for commenting. Cheers !
Hello from the Netherlands, after 50 years of motorcycling ao Jawa, NSU MAX, Harley WLA 750, Suzuki Intruder 800, Suzuki Intruder 1400, Yamaha Virago 1100, Honda Shadow 600, Harley Sportster 883 and 1200, Harley Frxrs 1988, Harley WLA 750 now after 5 years ago, at the age of 74, a Royal Enfield 350 had been bought, the black one. I fell in love with this all-new model instantly, and what a great bike I've already ridden 1000 kilometers with pleasure and every kilometer is a party. The bike steers very easily every corner can be taken smoothly, everything works great and it looks great, a nice rumble from the exhaust as an extra. Both on the highway and on the back roads no problem at all, oh yes, at my age and after a car accident I can't move my right leg over the passenger backrest, so it was quickly removed. Can highly recommend this motorcycle to anyone who genuinely loves motorcycling, greetings from the Netherlands from Rob
Thanks for commenting Rob ! I totally agree ! Still loving everything about my Meteor after 1600km 👍 Thanks for dropping by, think I might have missed this comment and not replied, so apologies ! Take care and cone back soon. Some interesting videos coming up ( hopefully 👍 ).
I must admit that I was a little bit worried about getting the Yellow Fireball, I thought red might have been the safer choice, but once I saw it in the metal, all doubts were erased from my mind. It's a gorgeous colour and works so well with the matte black on the rest of the bike. When the bike is clean it does look absolutely amazing. The touring seat is comfortable for 3+ hours at a time too, so a great addition if you intend to spend long days in the saddle. Thanks for watching NT 🙏 Cheers 👍🏻 ER.
Ok...I'm thinking this 500th vid I'velooked at about the Meteor is finally winning me over!! But....where are you mate? That's one seriously nice road and view my friend. Ride safe bro. NZ...kiwi..you know..
😂 Just do it, you won’t regret it. Perfect for around town and in the beautiful NZ countryside, I’d imagine. I’m in Andalucía, Southern Spain. Yes we have some great roads here, right outside my door. Often see car manufacturers’ new prototypes and the occasional motorcycle being tested here, it’s a good proving ground, especially in the Summer heat. Thanks for commenting, the Meteor is a special bike and the engine’s a peach. Showed the bike to my mate and now he’s trying desperately to find another yellow one to buy but they are hard to get at the moment. Let me know if you take the plunge ! Cheers !
Sorry, forgot to add that if you have any specific questions regarding the bike which may help you in making your decision, feel free to ask me here and I will respond 👍 I will be releasing another video soon where I touch on several points which may be of interest to potential buyers but feel free to post your questions here in the comments. Cheers !
Thanks for making this video. I actually prefer a voice over rather than listening to wind noise and other distractions. The voice over also gives you a chance to gather your thoughts and mention anything forgotten during the ride. Stay safe. Edit: Oh, that area looks like a beautiful place to ride. Southern Spain? Yes.
Thanks Ted, it’s always good to get feedback from my viewers because otherwise I’d have no idea of their likes/dislikes. Although this particular voice over was the result of a technical mishap, I have since discovered that the audio quality from my helmet mic sounds pretty bad and I don’t want to use it, so it looks like you’ll be stuck with the voiceovers for the foreseeable future now 😛 Thanks for watching my video and again for giving me useful feedback. I hope you will enjoy my other videos and become a regular visitor to this channel. Take care and ride safe. Cheers !
Well done! I recently sold my 500 classic and think this might be a good replacement given the new motor etc. Wishing you many happy and safe miles of fun together! 👍
Thank you. This bike is a magnificent replacement for a Bullet 500. It will remind you of the Bullet in all of the good ways ( thump, motor characteristics, the coolness factor ) but in every regard it is simply so much better, so much easier to live with, so much smoother. I am sure that RE will be building a new generation of 350 Bullets using this J Series motor, it is an absolute peach of an engine. So if you are more into the classic roadster style, I wouldn't rule out RE bringing out a Bullet Classic with this engine next year, which might be worth waiting for ! Food for thought ;) I don't really like the cruiser style normally but for some reason I fell in love with the yellow Fireball the first time I saw it and can now say that I genuinely enjoy owning a cruiser and the slightly different riding experience it gives me. More videos incoming soon ! Take care Mihai !
@@economicalrides thanks for the information buddy! I’m happy with the cruiser looks- good choice with the yellow! I’d maybe hang on more for a 650 twin cruiser if I’m honest but I’m heading back to small motors ( about to take my Vespa 300 for its second time up around the Scottish islands) so l could be tempted indeed. Take care 🤟
@@economicalrides I wasn't a cruiser guy either. It wasn't because I disliked them, per se; I always liked some cruisers, while not caring for others. My brother used to have a Suzuki Marauder 1600. I didn't care for it, because not only was it big and heavy; it was super feet forward. The Meteor's riding position is only slightly forward of the classic roadster position. When I saw the Meteor, I just knew I HAD to have one! So, I got one... :) Like you, I always liked the 500 Classic. Unfortunately, RE stopped bringing it here to the US before I could get one. I've been kicking myself in the ass ever since. I really fancied the blacked out one. Now that RE is bringing the Classic 350 here next year, I'll be getting one. Not only do I love the bike; I want to get one before internal combustion engines are banned. I won't make the same mistake twice!
Thanks Vishwas ! I totally agree ! The Meteor is the perfect bike for me and the roads we have here ! Plenty of different mountain roads featured in my later videos too 😉 Thanks for watching and commenting my friend. Cheers 👍 ER.
@@economicalrides For us Indians we've got so many options in lower displacement bikes. And anything above 300cc is a big bike for us average Indians. And yes this time royal enfield has nailed with it's meteor 350. The feel that you get while riding royal enfield is so satisfying.
@@vishwasps8877 Yes. Royal Enfield is in great hands these days. They are bringing out one great bike after the next. A really well run company these days, unlike in the British era 🤔 India can be rightly proud of the great bikes RE is producing these days ! Their success globally is thoroughly deserved and the result of much hard work at all levels within the company. Stay safe Vishwas and happy riding ! Cheers. ER.
@@economicalrides the Meteor is such a hit that, when I got mine, my retired neighbor across the street got off the fence and got himself one! BTW, his previous ride was a Yamaha Venture, which was a competitor to the Honda Goldwing...
A very enjoyable ride on a beautiful looking classic style bike. RE really hit the mark with this bike I think. Judging by all the positive comments online from around the world, the Meteor will be a huge success. Thanks for the review. 👍🏍🇨🇦
Thanks Dan ! This bike is just so relaxing to ride, it just puts me into a chilled out cruising headspace. I never feel tempted to try to ride fast. It's just so much easier to enjoy the ride on this bike than any other bike I have ever owned. There are some even nicer roads in my latest video, should you care to take a look and there will be more videos coming soon. Thank you for your kind comments. There is a 650 Meteor ( will possibly be called Shotgun after "RE - Made Like a Gun" ) on the way. With twin low-slung pipes and a wider rear fender it is a very nice looking bike. For those with more money to spend and looking to do more highway miles, sure to be another excellent RE bike. For now I find my 350 totally adequate for everything I need from a bike but if money were no object, then I wouldn't mind adding a 650 twin version of the Meteor to my fleet ! I think more and more people are realising that actually 350cc is enough for most situations. It seems as though demand for the Meteor has been surprisingly high in markets where RE was not expecting to sell many of the smaller capacity bikes. Currently they can't make them fast enough to satisfy demand. I am one of several people I know who were originally looking at buying a 650 Interceptor only to decide that actually the Meteor does everything we need for a fraction of the price ( whilst also looking very nice ). Thanks again for commenting. If you have any questions, feel free to ask them here. Take care and ride safe Dan. Cheers !
@@economicalrides I totally agree. I prefer leisurely rides on secondary roads and trying to break any speed records. I've been wanting the Int 650 since its launch in 2019 but haven't been able to
@@danmcneil7181 Absolutely. If you can get a test ride then you really should give the Meteor a try. Hard not to fall in love with it straight away ! I bought mine without a test ride but was fairly confident because I'd done a lot of research beforehand. Only caveat is that we do not yet know how reliable or durable the bike will be. If it stays as it is and has no reliability issues then I really can't see me ever needing any other bike ! RE's last three new models were no less reliable than any other bike out there so fingers crossed I bought a good one and the ownership experience remains a positive one ! If NOT then of course you'll hear about it here ! Cheers Dan !
@@economicalrides I think that the Meteor will be good long term. One, RE's been building thumpers for a long time. Two, they've upped their game in terms of quality. Three, the Himalayan and the 650 twins have been good bikes; since they're the recent predecessors of the Meteor, I think that the Meteor will be good too. Finally, the Indian people know how to work hard and work well; I know, because I worked with them for years prior to retirement.
I was just sharing your sidecar comment on my last video with Dragon, the sidecar owner, and wanted to tell where you are from and noticed you don't show where your videos are recorded so it doesn't show up under your video above the title. I checked your About page and it says you're in Spain, which threw me for a loop hearing your accent. I know, you don't have an accent, we do, haha. I dated a girl from Glasgow Scotland and I always got that from her. May have already told you but recently a dealer let me ride his Meteor and I had a ball on it. Could have ridden it all day long. Such Fun!
Hi MAMRE 😛 in some of my videos I post a caption with the road number of the road I am riding. There it usually says „Almería, Spain“. Almeria is the province. Almeria is one of the provinces which makes up Andalusia, which is a big chunk of southern Spain 🙂 So that’s where I am living, Almeria province, Andalusia, southern Spain 🇪🇸 Oh and Ruby still wants a sidecar ! 😂😂😂 Cheers MAMRE, have a great Sunday, I’m off to wash the car 🚗 ER.
Well that’s the plan at least ! Thanks for your positive feedback, it really means a lot to me. I’m sure I’ll get to grips with my vlogging technology one of these days ! Still very much a WIP at the moment ! Ride safe !
Thank you. It really is a fantastic bike. The motor is a work of art, so smooth for a single but still with the traditional long stroke character of the Bullets. I don’t think I’ve ever liked a bike this much from the start. It just feels like the perfect bike for everything I need. Keep on thumping and thanks again for your comment !
Quite agree ! Why pay more for more performance you'll rarely if ever use ? The Meteor is just about exactly what I need in a motorcycle. Nothing more, nothing less. I will test it some more on the highway when it's fully run in but that really isn't the sort of riding I like to do anyway. But I know people are interested to see how a 350 copes in modern day high speed traffic, so I will be making a video about my views on that asap. Thanks for commenting Steven. Small or not, the Meteor 350 attracts A LOT of attention wherever I park it !
@@economicalrides on the exhaust silencer where the weld is, on the catalytic converter box, and some of the silver fins on the head are discoloured. But it's a great bike and I'm sure I can sort this
@@tamar5261 OK. Well good luck getting on top of that and continue to enjoy your lovely new bike Tamar. Thanks for watching and commenting, glad to have you onboard ! Cheers 👍 ER.
Just waiting on delivery of my meteor fireball in yellow too. Looks like I should get the small flyscreen too. I wonder if I need the seat option, I weigh 12 stone if that helps if anyone can advise. The sump guard plate cover looks like an option too. Not rode for 6 years (15years experience) so did,nt test drive but reviews like yours give me confidence I've made a good choice so thank you.
Congratulations jadonx, I can almost guarantee that you will love your Fireball ! I think it is already the best bike I have ever owned and I really want to keep it until they try to stop me from riding it for my own safety 😛 With regard to the seat, I would just go with the standard seat for a while, it's pretty comfortable. If you later decide that you need more support, the touring seat is a fair bit denser ( quite hard even, initially ) and does offer more support, distributes loads better due to its internal webbing and remains comfortable for longer. But the standard seat is more plush for shorter journeys, so I recommend seeing how you get on with it first. Try the standard seat for a while and if you are not happy, buy the touring seat later. It is a piece of cake to swap the seats out later, so you have time before you need to start thinking of an upgrade. Once you've done it once, you can swap seats in about 10 minutes I reckon. Some people on here prefer the standard seat for daily riding but have a touring seat for longer road trips. They just swap seats as required. It really is very easy to do once you've done it once and definitely something you can do yourself later on 👍🏻 I hope your Fireball arrives soon. It will be a very friendly bike after six years away, I think you made a very good choice ! Cheers jadonx and good luck, ER
You're welcome and thanks for subscribing ! I found myself in the same position as you, only found test ride videos before finally deciding to buy mine and just thought I might as well share my experiences here on TH-cam since there may be others looking for some more in-depth information based on longer term ownership. Thank you for commenting, so far I can give a whole-hearted recommendation for the Meteor 350, absolutely loving it ! I look forward to bringing you more videos about my experiences with the bike soon. If you have any specific questions I can answer for you, feel free to post them here and I will reply. Thanks again, stay tuned and cheers !
@@economicalrides I think the 'test ride' reviews have their place but many seem to lack the authenticity of a vlog from someone who has spent their hard earned money & purchased the bike. All the best with your channel & your bike.
@@Free_Ranger_CT110 Yes absolutely. I had no chance of a test ride here where I live, so I had to rely on those test ride videos to make my decision. Fortunately they didn't mislead me and the bike turned out to be better than I ever expected. Ride safe !
Nice vlog, looking forward to future reports. To my mind the fireball is the best of the range as you can add all the extras you think are necessery fork gaiters maybe a good idea 🤔 still it's whatever floats your boat 🤗
Certainly if you are going to be riding on gravel and dirt, fork gaiters are a good idea. If a stone pits the sliders the fork seals will get damaged in no time and changing fork seals is a real PITA job ! I'm really looking forward to seeing what third party accessories come onto the market for the Meteor. As you say, if you buy the Fireball you have a good looking base bike, which you can then turn into exactly what you want it to be. At the moment I'm still in love with the looks, so won't be changing anything. I am just waiting for some nice canvas throw-over bags to come out which would enable me to use the bike for shopping too. Thanks for commenting. There should be new videos every week, so stay tuned Julian ! Cheers !
JR, I liked the Fireball Yellow and got one not only because I love the looks (badass!); I got it because I didn't want the back rest that I'll never use. If it came with one, one of the first things I'd do is remove it. That said, I think that the Stellar Blue is hot too... :)
Thanks Neil. Yes the Meteor is really well proportioned and for a 350 it manages to look like a full sized cruiser. The upcoming 650 twin version with a pipe down each side and a wider rear tyre and mudguard looks fantastic, particularly the blacked out version. Very mean looking, love it. I was torn between red and yellow initially. Don’t get me wrong, I instantly wanted the yellow one ( since I wanted a Fireball and only had the choice of yellow or red ) but I was afraid that it might be a bit too yellow and conspicuous for a modest chap like myself. Finally I decided to be brave and buy the one which spoke to me first and I’m so glad I did. I love the contrast between the “rubber duck yellow” and the black. It’s such an unusual colour for a bike these days, it really stands out from the crowd and I love it for that ! I saw the tinted fly screen on the Indian RE site and ordered it when I bought the bike. The Meteor was so new that the dealer didn’t have the accessories catalogue and he didn’t know what I was referring to. Soon put him right though and even they admitted that it finishes off the bike a treat. Thanks for watching my videos and leaving such nice comments. Take care Neil, cheers 👍
@@economicalrides I luv the yellow as well, but red looks superb too. It’s good to have a choice, another mans meat and all that. The 650 sounds interesting. It is rumoured that there might be a 650 Himalayan on the way. I’m non pulsed about that. I can see where a 650, might be considered by some at least, as an improvement for road work, not sure how it will improve the bikes off road capabilities though. Is bigger always better? Sometimes a smaller less powerful bike is more. One thing is for sure though; Royal Enfield don’t seem to be putting a foot wrong at the moment. Royal Enfield got the Meteor and Interceptor right first time, right out of the crate as it were, it took a couple of goes to get the Himmy right, but now they have three cracking bikes on sale to the public in Europe. So I say ride and enjoy. Take care….Neil 🏍👍🖤
That looks gorgeous, and the fly screen finishes it off 👌🏼 If I didn’t have a Bullet, it would be on my list. Technical hitches considered, great video. Suffering from road envy here 🥴
Thanks again ! Yes, I was wavering between a red fireball and a yellow fireball. My instant reaction was to get the yellow one. But then I started thinking that it might be too yellow and conspicuous for a modest chap like myself. So I started thinking red fireball. Then, just before it came out in Europe I said “Garry FFS it HAS to be the yellow one. It’s the one that spoke to you !”. As luck would have it, when my local dealer got his first Meteor it happened to be a yellow fireball. Went “to have a look at one in the metal” and bought it there and then 🤗 I told them to add the fly screen and touring seat and was able to ride it home five days later. I’m so glad I trusted my gut instinct. The bike looks great in rubber duck yellow with the black fly screen. Everybody I meet is very complimentary about it and wants to know what it is, what it cost etc. The other weekend I was stopped by the Guardia Civil for a paperwork check. They gave my papers a cursory glance and then spent fifteen minutes asking me all sorts of questions about the bike and what I thought about it. One of them couldn’t believe the price and I suspect he was on the internet the next day preparing to buy one. It was funny though because I did about 20 other motorists a huge favour by keeping the two guys occupied for at least fifteen minutes. Maybe some of them had no insurance. I guess we’ll never know 😂 Cheers SB
TOTALLY! I have the fly screen on my Fireball Yellow too, and yeah, it just finishes the bike off, big time. Unfortunately, my dealer didn't have one, nor did they know when they'd get one. SO! Like any good Royal Enfield owner, I got one from Hitchcock's Motorcycles in Britain, hahaha... :)
The Meteor is a great bike, whenever I sit on it, it feels like I‘m home again 🙂 I genuinely love my Meteor and I don’t tend to get attached to vehicles normally. It’s just such a special motorcycle ! Good luck with your Meteor Rocky 👍 Cheers ER
Thanks Rick ! Yes, if I were to sum up the appeal of the Meteor in as few words as possible it would be “the pure essence of motorcycling” or “the joy of motorcycling in its purest form”. Riding the Meteor is a constant reminder of why we got into bikes in the first place. This bike is very much a keeper, I will still very much be able to enjoy it in my later years ( most likely ). Thanks for finding and watching my video, thanks too for your comment which really sums up what the Meteor is all about. It is a fantastic bike if you appreciate the pure pleasure of motorcycling and are not obsessed about impressing people with performance figures and the amount of money you have tied up in your bike ! Take care, ride safely and come back soon ! Cheers 👍
RE is in final testing stage for the same cruiser with a 650cc engine in it, it's called Shotgun I think. You guys can check the prototype bikes being tested on the Indian roads the spy videos are on youtube.
That really is another cracking looking bike. Fantastic ! A bit too expensive and unnecessarily powerful for me though. I am also a big fan of long stroke single cylinder engines, like the old Bullet. For me riding a 650 twin wouldn't give me the same sensations. I just love the RE singles, the J series engine particularly ! The 650cc cruiser does look like it would be a great bike for RE fans looking to do serious highway miles though. I'd love one as a second bike, just to make high speed cruising more relaxed. Thanks for commenting Viswa and stay safe. Cheers !
You're Welcome Mark, thanks for watching, commenting AND subscribing, I really really appreciate it ! I owned a RHS upside down four speed shifting Bullet 500 for many years and although I am not familiar with the newer Bullet Classic I think I can safely say that in enjoyment terms the Meteor is in a different league again! Performance-wise the Bullet 500 and the Meteor 350 are very similar but the Meteor just feels so much smoother and more like a modern motorcycle. Also the quality has come on in leaps and bounds in recent years. It's so easy to ride and ( so far ) absolutely hassle free to just jump on and go for a ride. It really does seem like there perfect hobby motorcycle to me. I still enjoy every moment of every ride on mine and I've done nearly 2000 km by now. I'm really excited for you and I'm sure you'll enjoy your new Meteor. Thanks again for supporting my channel ! Take care, ride safely and come back soon. Cheers Mark !
It is, but as you will see in subsequent videos it robs you of about 6cm usable seat length front to rear. I and several others on here have concluded that people with longer legs would probably feel too cramped up with this seat so my recommendation to them is to stick with the standard seat. Also the touring seat has a very dense foam and seemed rock hard for the first few hours. After that the foam becomes supportive but all day long comfortable. I think the standard seat feels softer initially but of course long term that’s not necessarily a good thing. I‘m switching back to the standard seat ( which was never fitted ) just to do a riding comparison video soon 👍 Thanks for watching and commenting, I appreciate the support. Take care, ride safely and come back soon. Cheers 👍
@@economicalrides Thats very good to know, i'm considering getting this bike and being 6ft the standard seat sounds right for me, looking forward to more videos👍
@@JimmySlacksackYes, I’m pretty sure that you’ll prefer the standard seat because it will give you that extra room to straighten out your legs a tiny bit more. I only have a 30 inch inside leg and already feel slightly squished up. I‘m looking forward to trying the standard seat just to see if it enables me to have my feet slightly further forward rather than more or less right underneath me. There will definitely be a fairly in depth comparison video coming after I have swapped the seats over. I do know of somebody about your size who bought the touring seat and didn’t get on with it and had to switch back. You can read about that in the comments section of the „Is the touring seat for you ?“ video on this channel 👍 Never say never but my feeling is that you probably won’t like the seating position the touring seat forces you to take. Thanks for your comments and for your support. If you have any further questions just ask, I still just about manage to reply to all questions posted. 😇 Take care Slack and good luck with your own Meteor 😉😛 Cheers 👍
Thanks Simon ! Not just smart but after 1300km I still love everything about it ! I honestly couldn’t have bought a better bike for what I want from a motorcycle. Still trying desperately to find something about it which I don’t like, but really struggling 😉 Thanks for watching and commenting. There are plenty of other videos on my channel if you are interested in the Meteor and I will be adding further videos regularly, usually weekly. Thank you so much for your support, I really appreciate it. Take care, ride safe and come back soon ! Cheers !
Just want to let everyone know that there is going to be 650 Cruiser. Expected near the end of 2021 here in India so if anyone is having an issue with the power, you might want to wait for that 650.
Yes, could indeed be an option for some. But I've decided that there is no point in paying for more power ( with added weight and fuel consumption ) which I will rarely if ever use. A 650 cruiser would make more sense for somebody who expects to do a lot of highway miles and needs to be able to cruise at 70-80 mph but I don't buy a bike to ride it on the highway, personally ;) Thanks for commenting. It will be interesting to see how the 350 Bullet with the J Series engine does in Europe when it arrives. Personally I don't think the engine looks right in a Bullet style bike. It just seems odd to me. I will always associate the original shape Bullet engine with that bike, the J Series engine just ruins the bike's looks for me, although I might get used to it in time !
@@economicalrides I don't think that the J series engine looks out of place on the new Classic 350. I think that the Classic 350 is a CRACKING looking bike; it's gorgeous! I'm planning on getting one as soon as my dealer gets 'em... :)
Subscribed. Nice video. I`m a 63 year old Brit who hasn`t owned a bike for over 40 years and hasn`t ridden at all for 4 years. The prospect of a comfortable leisurely ride that the Meteor offers at a very reasonable price is encouraging me to see it in the metal myself in the next couple weeks. A question for you, I`ve ridden Harleys with heel/toe shifters and I`ve never been a fan but there`s always been room to use the toe shift only if you chose to. Is there space on the Meteor to use the toe shift for upward changes.
Hi Derek ! Thanks for subscribing. Yes of course, if your boots are not too thick in the toe area, you can just use the forward part as a regular shifter. With normal shoes or slim boots you shouldn’t have a problem. I’d recommend a test ride if at all possible. I didn’t have that luxury because the model was new when I bought mine and my dealer had just received his first bike and I ended up buying it 😛 Take a test ride with your normal MC footwear and see how you get on. I tend to ride in hiking boots ( because ankle protection is pretty important ) and could use the forward part as a regular shifter if I chose to 🙂 I think the Meteor could be the perfect bike for you. It is just the raw pleasure of motorcycling every time you go out. Nothing more, nothing less.
Hi Gerald, thanks for commenting ! Unfortunately I can't give you a definitive answer since I've never ridden the bike without the fly screen. I mean, generally they do help a bit but I can't tell you for sure. Also, having owned fast naked bikes in the past, I don't find the wind at 70mph much of a problem to be honest. Obviously beyond that speed it starts to become more of an issue. I think if you like the LOOK of the fly screen, just go ahead and get one. I'm pretty sure it won't make things any worse and it will definitely make your bike look smarter. If it helps with the wind, then view that as a bonus ;) I hope you continue to enjoy your Meteor. I'm really enjoying getting to know more Meteor owners and admirers on here. It's great to talk to others about a shared interest like this. Enjoy your bike, stay safe and if you get the fly screen, let me know if you think it helps deflect the wind or not and then I'll know if I ever get asked the same question again :P Cheers !
Not sure, might just be the angle I was filming from. I imagine it's one of the parts which was disconnected when the bike was in the crate, so the dealer may indeed have fitted it poorly, wouldn't rule it out. I will have a look next time I'm in the garage but I don't think it will be far off straight and an easy fix if it is askew !
It’s a strange one Kevin. At the base of the stalk the indicator really does look square but as you say, by the time I get to the lens it is looking down a bit on the RHS. I can only imagine that the stalk is slightly bent somewhere along its length. More loosening off or bending required when I have more time, definitely slightly off at the moment. Thanks for pointing it out, if the stalk is bent I might just get the hot air gun on it 👍
You’re welcome Manish and thanks for dropping by and commenting. Hopefully there will be more, better videos coming soon. Still getting used to this TH-cam lark ! Ride safely 👍
Hi there, I enjoy your videos and and I like the perspective from someone who sees a motorcycle as something that can be economical. This bike was designed for the Indian market as a "big bike", so I take some comfort in knowing that people in India will tour across their great country in a 350cc. I am considering something in this size. I personally don't see why a motorcycle needs to be anything above 500cc, 750cc tops. You cannot tap into half of your 100+ HP bike at the best of times. That said, could you see doubling up on this bike easily? Would there be enough power? I like the fact that they make an effort to make a bike you can take a passenger on - in a 350cc! Show me another manufacturer who even makes the effort on anything under a 500cc. Again, this bike is designed for the local Indian and Asian market and doesn't need the handful of North American sales to make money. That said, I want to try one!
Hi Matt, based on my experience with the Bullet 500 I think you would barely notice a pillion on this bike. Maybe on a very long incline you might but in general these long stroke engines hang on pretty well with the extra weight. On a very steep incline you might find yourself having to drop down another gear but in flat terrain or on a gentle incline I think this motor would deal with a pillion without any problems. It's torquey and not revvy and the Bullet 500 was similar and barely suffered at all with a passenger onboard. I hope this helps ! I was thinking of buying an Interceptor 650 originally but came to the conclusion that I would probably only ever be riding at 80-90 kmh on that 90% of the time and it's also not a bike you would ever buy to go fast. So I decided that if all I am interested in is a relaxed cruise, why pay over 50% more for more power which I will rarely if ever use. Also 100% of the time you have more weight and more complexity to deal with. Not to mention more fuel consumption. I think this particular 350 motor is strong enough for everything I'll ever need. It will still be fairly relaxed at 90-100kmh if I have to hit the highway for an hour or two ( although obviously with any bike I plan my routes to avoid highway riding where possible, since it's terminally boring and you don't get to see very much ! ). Based on my experience so far I really doubt that I will be looking for something more powerful anytime soon, but it does depend on the type of riding you are looking to do, obviously. For my purposes 350cc feels like it will be adequate.
@@economicalridesThanks for the great reply. I currently have a Piaggio BV350 that puts out 10 more HP (30.2 hp @ 8,250 rpm) than the Meteor, but honestly I could do with probably 20-25HP. The Piaggio has loads of power but not sure I'd ever want to go north of the 130kph it can reportedly do. I think the Meteor does better with the torque where you need it and provides max torque at much lower RPM than my Piaggio. Also, while the Piaggio is okay on fuel consumption, it's not as thrifty as I had hoped - fairly heavy, automatic, and high reving. I simply love the idea of a bike that can give me close to 500km on a tank - even though you would never take it that close before refueling.
Obviously I have a horse in this race, I’m not going to be totally impartial since I spent my own money on a Meteor. But honestly I think a Meteor could suit your needs well. It IS very economical and it will carry a passenger with relative ease. I bought mine without a test ride since nobody had a demo bike. I bought it based upon reviews I’d seen on the internet but I haven’t been disappointed at all. If you can get a test ride on one, you absolutely should try one and see how you feel about it. For me it was love at first ride ! Let me know how you get on ! Cheers.
@@mattlorenzi5606 how heavy is your Piaggio scooter though? I used to have a Suzuki Burgman 400, and it was no lightweight. It had a bigger, more powerful engine than the Meteor does, but, because it's heavier, it didn't accelerate that much faster. That said, the Burgman wasn't speed limited; I was able to hit 95 mph, or 151 km/h, and that was more than fast enough.
Thanks Nasser, really enjoying the bike and approaching 1000km with it now. If you are interested in the Meteor there will be regular new Meteor videos on my channel. Thanks for your comment and stay safe. Cheers !
Thanks Toby. Since collecting my bike I’ve added a ton of videos to my channel, so if you’re interested in the Meteor 350 you should check out my channel. Thanks for watching and commenting Toby, I really appreciate it. Take care, ride safely and come back soon ! Cheers !
@@economicalrides I surely will subscribe and check out your videos. Be safe and enjoy every ride. PS the bike is so beautiful, it's my favorite color of all!!!!😄
@@tobylopez445 Yes the colour looks fantastic against the matt black of the engine and exhaust. Officially they call it Fireball Yellow but I’ve started referring to it as Rubber Duck Yellow 😂 A very cool colour though ! Thanks for your support Toby, it’s great to have you onboard. Take care and come back soon. Cheers !
Another question I have for you, would you consider getting the factory hard cases for your Meteor? Can't say I'm a fan of how they look, and they appear rather small from the spec. I'd consider a soft-shell or even throw-over panniers, but would still necessitate the saddle stays to keep the bags free and clear.
No way ! This bike lives on its looks. Wherever I park it, people are admiring it and asking me all about it ! My previous bike was a Silver Wing 400 scooter, I loved it and with the top case could do a weekly shop with it. I miss that with the Meteor but if I decide to use it for shopping I will go with throw over panniers and a pillion bag. It would have to be something temporary, there is no way I am going to fit anything permanently and ruin the looks of the bike. If I find a good temporary luggage solution I will definitely post a video about it, so stay tuned Matt 👍
@@economicalrides Oh, that would be lovely. And yes a temporary luggage solution would work. I don't mind luggage or bags on a bike, and quite like how the military-style canvas bags looks on the Classic 350 & 500 but that's personal.
Thank you for finding my channel and watching my videos 🙂 I'm sure you will enjoy your Meteor when you finally get it. It really is such a lovely, friendly machine and makes every ride relaxing and enjoyable. Good luck with your new bike ! Take care and ride safely. Cheers !
Yes. Where I live I have some lovely mountain roads close by, whichever direction I choose. The Meteor should be perfect for these roads, stick it in fourth gear and just swing it from bend to bend. Very relaxing and enjoyable ! Thanks for commenting !
I’m not sure what you are referring to. What’s the difference ? There is no different handlebar in the Meteor accessory catalogue as far as I am aware. Can you tell us what the difference is supposed to be ?
Hi Sam, its purpose is that it looks great ! ;) No, but seriously, I can't say whether it deflects the wind or not since I've always had it on the bike. But personally I just bought it because I thought it really finished the bike off, made it look just a little bit more sporty and a tad rakish. Thanks for commenting, subscribe if you haven't already because there will be new videos every week ( well that's the plan anyway ! ). Ride safe, and thanks again for dropping by. Cheers !
Sam, as someone who also owns a Meteor; as someone who's owned and ridden it both with and without the flyscreen; I think I can answer your question. Yes, it serves a few purposes, actually. One, it makes the bike look GREAT! It really adds to the bike's aesthetic. Two, it keeps bugs off the instrument cluster. Three, it does keep some wind off you, particularly at speeds below 50 mph, or 80 km/h. While it doesn't offer Goldwing, full fairing levels of protection, it keeps enough wind blast off you so that, rather than getting fatigued after an hour or so, you can go 2-3. However, once you go above 50 mph/80 kmh, you'll get more wind blast, and it won't make much difference at that point.
I bought my Meteor when it was in stock, so I never had to order it. A friend of mine asked about the waiting time for a yellow Fireball and was told that it would probably take at least eight weeks to arrive. But the dealer replaced my bike with a brown Supernova which I believe is still in stock. So delivery time depends on the spec level and colour you want. If you are flexible, most dealers will have a Meteor in stock. If you want a bike in a different colour and spec to whatever the dealer has, then I think you could expect a waiting time of between six to eight weeks. Thanks for commenting 👍
@@economicalrides Thanks mate for the fast reply, if i'm lucky i will try to order one like yours next january. Literally the same: fireball yellow with tinted screen. I was wondering if the motor guards are optional or recommended for a first time rider like me. Hope to see you on the roads near granada some day (if i'm not mistaken the roads in the video are around almeria)
Haha, indeed, Almeria it is 👍 You are probably the most local person to have ever commented on one of my videos, congratulations 😂 By January supply might be a bit better anyway. If you order the bike six weeks before you need it then I’m sure you’ll be fine ! Let me know how it goes. Regarding the engine guards, if you want to keep your bike pristine, I would go for the black ones with the plainest design, I don’t think they’ll ruin the looks at all. I did think about getting them myself because it can be precarious moving bikes about on the gravel I have around the house and in front of the garage. I finally decided that if I’m keeping this bike forever ( which I surely am ) then any slight damage should I drop it will just give the bike a nice patina. I’m going to try not to be too precious about how my bike looks, it’s there to be ridden. But as a beginner who is proud of their new bike, crash guards could be worth having. It’s all too easy to drop a bike and end up scratching expensive parts ☹️ Should that ever happen you’ll be glad you invested in crash bars for sure 👍 Take care and stay tuned, more videos planned for next week ! Cheers !
Nice, my identical one comes in 3 weeks, cannot wait! Did you have to pay full asking price for new seat or did they give you an allowance? Thanks for confirming what I had already thought about the bike, only difference, you are riding in what looks like heaven, sun and perfect tarmac compared to the 'adorable Isle of Man' today!
Yes I paid full price for everything, although I insisted that they fit the accessories for free. My dealer doesn’t do discounts nor free gifts. I didn’t even get a key ring with the key ! After I negotiated the trade-in price for my Honda up 900 EUR from his original offer, I think he decided that enough was enough 😛 For many years I lived in a part of Germany where it never seemed to stop raining and if it did, it was never at the weekend, so I feel your pain regarding lack of decent motorcycling weather ! One of the main draws of moving to Spain for me was the fact that I’d probably get out on the bikes more. We do have some amazing roads quite near to where I live and as you say, the road surface also tends to be pretty decent. You just have to keep your eyes out looking for little heaps of gravel mid-bend ! I’m sure you’ll love your Meteor too when you get it. I’m hoping you get a nice dry sunny day to pick it up ! Take care and thanks for commenting. All the best with your new bike too. Cheers 😛
Oh and in case you wanted to know whether they deducted something and kept the original seat, no to that too. I also have the original seat here, so if you get the touring seat you will probably have to pay full price but you will also be entitled to get the original seat too. So make sure you ask for it, no point in donating a free spare seat to the dealer ! I had to ask for mine by the way. My dealer didn’t offer the original seat to me but once I asked for it, they were happy enough to give it to me ;)
Can you please tell me something how it is when you ride uphill. Overtaking uphill or in what gear is when you go 5-6% uphill. In just three videos you give me info more than I find in houndred video on youtube. Finally my first (Iam 43 old) bike will be meteor. Thanks.
Hi Jokic, in my third video I do actually mention this, it's the video with the thumbnail "You guys are awesome...but my back is screwed". In that video I mention that on mountain roads you can keep the bike in fourth gear pretty much all of the time. Maybe drop to third for a tight hairpin bend or second for a tight uphill hairpin bend. Basically I view the bike as having four gears. Fifth gear is an overdrive gear which is really only useful when the road is very straight. As soon as you leave a straight road for something with more curves, you just use the first four gears and fourth gear is suitable for just about everything. I only need third or second gear exiting a very tight hairpin bend. If you can keep your speed above 60kmh in the bend, fourth gear pulls well, even up hill. I hope this answers your question, if not, please get back to me ! Thank you for your kind words and thank you for visiting my channel. The Meteor is an excellent first bike and it will enable you to just relax and enjoy every ride. Take care, stay safe and come back soon Jokic. Cheers !
@@economicalrides I saw your third video but I was interested in your impression. I like it for you sead for fourth gear. I would travel to the mountains often. I'm in no hurry and I'm just starting out on motorcycling. My dream since I was 7 years old. Here in Belgrade, the Meteor price jumps € 100 every month. is now € 4800. But I definitely opted for Meteor and RE. And I think it takes me 20 years 😎. Not a phrase you helped me more than all the clips I’ve watched on youtube. I'm still following. Best wishes and thanks.
@@JokicSlobodan Thanks for the compliment Jokic, it’s great to know that I am able to help people with my little videos ! Obviously I don’t know exactly the roads you will be riding but if they are like the ones in my videos then you will be mainly in fourth gear and occasionally in third gear. I wouldn’t bother going for fifth gear until you are back on the flat roads, the Meteor needs to be going pretty fast before it will pull fifth gear easily ( 70 kmh is about the slowest speed where fifth gear is comfortably in the power band ). When I am riding the Meteor here, it’s almost like riding an automatic scooter really. Once I get up to fourth gear in the mountains I can pretty much leave it there and forget about shifting gears for a long time ! 4800 EUR is a crazy price for a Meteor ! The Fireball should be 4095 EUR and the Supernova about 4300 EUR. How are the dealers trying to justify that price ? It sounds like they are ripping you off over there ! Anyway, good luck getting your Meteor and realising your lifelong dream 👍 Thanks again for your kind comments and for supporting my channel, which I really appreciate. If I can help you with anything else, please just ask. Take care and come back soon Jokic. Cheers !
Hi again. I only have a 30 inch inside leg but don’t really feel as if my feet are ahead of my knees at all. I would actually prefer my feet to be slightly more forward. I think the problem is the touring seat I have. It forces you to sit up to six centimetres further forward because its impossible to sit on the very back of the seat ( I have a video about that too ! ). Soon I will be fitting the standard seat and testing that and will report back upon whether or not it gives me more variation in riding positions. If it enables me to sit 1-2 inches further back, I think I might prefer that, although on a long ride the touring seat is bound to be more comfortable. I just need to swap the seats and test the standard one before giving my final verdict, so stay tuned to the channel and you will hear my final verdict 👍 Thanks for your support, I really appreciate it WRM ! Take care, ride safely and come back back soon. Cheers. ER.
Well the last three new models they have released internationally have certainly found their market and have been highly praised by journalists and owners alike. The Himalayan, the Interceptor/Conti and now the Meteor are all excellent bikes and all represent excellent value in their respective segments. If the build quality is as good as the competition ( it remains to be seen how durable my Meteor will be ! ) then they really will be one of the best manufacturers out there, I agree. They seem to keep producing EXACTLY the type of bikes people want in their respective segments. They really are "knocking it out of the park" at the moment, so full credit to RE and their management. Thanks for commenting LKP and I hope you enjoy my other videos. Cheers !
To be fair, Chinese bikes are getting better and better. My only concern with Chinese bikes is the availability of spare parts after, let's say, five years or so. I'm not sure how long they will continue to support any one model, since they seem to bring out new models constantly. I have no doubt that there are many very good and very economical Chinese motorcycles, I'm just not sure how long you would be able to keep one running for. I know that Royal Enfield will support the Meteor for many years to come and that parts availability should be no problem. For me that was the deciding factor against any Chinese motorcycle because I was looking to purchase a new motorcycle to keep for many, many years. Thanks for checking out my channel and commenting ! Cheers ! 👍🏻
Blimey, this video is a blast from the past 😂 You are quite right, I don’t mention that I am in Spain in this particular video 😛 I’ve lived in Spain since 2006 and among other bikes have bought a Meteor 350 and Classic 350 here. Loads of subsequent content on my TH-cam channel EconomicalRides if you are interested. This was my second ever video I believe. I think things have improved a bit since then. Plenty of Meteor and Classic 350 videos on my channel. I adore the Meteor, probably the best bike I’ve ever owned. Mine also now has a name, “Buddy”. Thanks for dropping by IW123 🥃🥃 ER
Tried one out yesterday (Fireball yellow too) and I was amazed by its comfort and quality ... a joyous, simple machine at a great price 👍
Unfortunately I didn't have the luxury of a test ride before I bought mine but I was confident I'd like it and I was right ! Just such a simple, delightful and intuitive ( I think that last word sums it up best ) bike to ride which delivers simple, relaxed riding pleasure. It's so effortless to ride that you just have more mental capacity left over to really enjoy what you are currently doing. And THAT is why I ride motorcycles. For that sense of pure freedom and enjoyment.
I think you might need to get one ;)
Thanks for commenting and stay safe ! Cheers !
@@economicalrides 👍 ... funny thing is that I'd been looking at a different bike completely 🤣 ... I sat on the Meteor and just fell for her, it's interesting how she feels a lot lighter than the 190kg weight as listed ... I'm hooked 👍 (at that price who wouldn't be) the only quandary is the colour 😎
Btw ... hope your back is getting better 👍
@@shanedebarra4986 Thanks Shane, yes the back is slowly getting better. Whisper it, but yesterday I did manage to sneak out for a quick ride around the block on her and my back didn't kill me afterwards. Hoping I'll be fully fit for a longer ride at the weekend, now that the first service is finally out of the way, I have 5000km of freedom to look forward to.
Totally agree about the weight. When I am heaving the bike in and out of the garage it doesn't feel like 190kg at all. Not when scooting it about with my feet on the ground either. I hope that figure doesn't intimidate some riders and cause them not to buy one, because you certainly never feel the supposed weight !
Delighted to hear that you are planning to get one too. The bigger the Meteor community the better the spares supply will be and there should be more support for the model from third party suppliers.
Hoping for some nice aftermarket canvas bags to come out from someone soon. I miss not being able to take my bike to do the shopping but don't want to ruin the Fireball's looks with permanent luggage !
Thanks for watching and commenting and let me know which colour your finally decided to go for. I thought it was a bit of a shame that the colour is determined by the spec level. I mean, maybe somebody would really like a blacked out yellow Supernova, but unfortunately we are stuck with what they offer us.
Thanks again, really appreciate getting to chat with fellow members of the Meteor Appreciation Society :P
@@economicalrides glad you're on the mend, injuries like that can really take their toll on lifestyle 👍 ... yep, I'm ordering one, just working out which colour (they're all pretty), I totally agree about the luggage, dont want to destroy the looks.... I've got an old 1950s set of canvas bags from my old BSA m20 and I'm already planning for the Enfield, I reckon I'll buy a Saree guard and use a single canvas bag on that side with the base of the bag resting on the footrest ... 👍
Pleasure to chat and watching your vids, keep it up 😎
@@economicalrides I didn't test my Meteor out before I bought it; many dealers here in the US are funny about test rides. I sat on one though, and it felt fine. Like you, I was confident I'd like it, and i have... :)
Congratulations! It's a really beautiful bike. And your dog is too
Thanks Miguel. She's already a bit of a Diva but I will tell her what you said ;)
I am waiting for the same setup! Hope the bike will be delivered soon
I think you’ll be delighted with your purchase. I know I am. Actually the bike is even better than I was expecting. Good luck with yours and stay safe Benny 👍
@@economicalrides thank you! I will let you know soon my first impressions asap 😊
*On Friday 14 Aug 2020. The =RE= Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Supernova. Regards from Bangkok. Safe Riding. Johnny BikeSanooK Crew* th-cam.com/video/pvDP2CzTWAE/w-d-xo.html
Ordered the stellar black days ago. in Italy. Gonna get it on aguust the 10th. Can't wait!
I‘m sure you will love it. Took her for a beautiful ride in the mountains this morning and I have been smiling all day ! An amazing bike, pure motorcycling pleasure ! Good luck with your Stellar. I am hoping to film for a new video tomorrow, so stay tuned ! Thanks for commenting, stay safe !
@@economicalrides Good to know. I live in the italian alps area, so I can't wait to ride
I'm Patiently Waiting for next year when I'll have enough money put aside to buy a meteor 350 but I'm going for the supernova 👍🏻 enjoy and ride safe
Great stuff. I'm sure you'll love it ! Thanks for watching and commenting Kevin. More videos coming soon to help you pass the time until you finally get yours !
Royal enfield Classic 350 next gen and hunter 350 is also getting launched this year.. Same engine and platform...
*In 2018-2020 two TKR Total Knee Replacements on my 69 birthday. I never thought I'll be biker. Well, now 6-7 motorbike test rides later I am going to buy my first motorcycle on Friday 14 Aug 2020. The =RE= Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Supernova. Regards from Bangkok. Safe Riding. Johnny BikeSanooK Crew* th-cam.com/video/pvDP2CzTWAE/w-d-xo.html
@@THUGPUTIN also the cruiser 650
@@THUGPUTIN RE is bringing the Classic 350 here to the US. I almost wish they'd bring the Hunter here too. Maybe not, because, if they did, I'd have to buy a third bike! When the Classic 350 comes, I plan on getting one. I can't logically justify it, but I love it and I want one... :)
Congratulations!!! Beautiful bike. I like that colour.
Thanks. This bike in this colour blew me away when I saw it, which is why I had to buy it ! Thanks for subscribing, more videos coming soon. Take care, stay safe 👍
Nice bike! Thinking of getting one of these myself.
Thanks Joel. I forgot to mention it in my videos but if anybody has any specific questions which would help them to decide whether or not the Meteor is the bike for them, post them in the comments and I will give you an honest answer based on my ownership experience so far 👍
@@economicalrides how does it go on highway speeds? Say 100 to 110kmph? Smooth?
@@joelgafa7157 Hi Joel. The running-in period is 2000km and currently I have only done 800km ( damn my back ! ). I am going to take it easy until I reach 2000km so have yet to reach the speeds you mention. On collection day I HAD to use the highway to get home and that was the fastest I've been so far. I took her up to 90kmh just to be less of a hazard to others. At 90kmh I started to feel some vibrations coming through the foot pegs.
Nothing bad, just noticeable. No vibes in the bars at that speed though. Bear in mind that the motor was BRAND NEW at this point, there may be less vibes once the engine is fully run-in.
I have seen it reported that the absolute top speed of the Meteor is 120kmh on the speedo which was measured to be about 115kmh genuine. So on that basis, on the highway I think you would need to set your cruising speed to 100kmh, otherwise you will be thrashing the bike too hard. Allegedly this motor is designed to do 100kmh all day and if true, then I think that would be just about sufficient for the odd foray onto the highway ( if it can't be avoided ! ). I think the bike should be fairly relaxed at 100kmh although 90kmh seems to be smoother ( so far ).
RE also sell "Touring foot pegs" as an accessory. These have a bigger surface area and have more rubber in them. They claim "more comfort" for rider and passenger on long journeys. I'm guessing by "comfort" they are referring to the vibes coming through the standard foot pegs at higher speeds.
As soon as my bike is fully run in, I want to do a trip to Granada which is a four hour round trip and almost all of it on the highway. I will aim for a cruising speed of 100kmh. If the bike manages that without breaking into a sweat I will be more than happy ! If it happens, then of course there will be a video about it here !
I am also thinking of buying the Touring foot pegs and if I do I will report back how effective they were. But vibes in the feet aren't as bad as vibes through the bars and at least they remind you that you are actually riding a motorcycle :P
To answer your question more succinctly :
100 kmh - should be fine, it is what I am expecting to be able to do if required
110 kmh - will be pushing it. Maybe ok for a brief spell but wouldn't set it as my cruising speed personally.
Am currently involved in an E-Mail exchange with Royal Enfield Spain, trying to sort out the mystery of the varying quoted service intervals !
Thanks for your question. Cheers Joel !
@@economicalrides thanks for the reply…really appreciate your honest opinion. I look forward to more of your videos! You sound like you really love the bike.
@@joelgafa7157 Thanks Joel. Yes, still loving the bike so far. Like you I bought the bike expecting to be able to take the bike on the highway as this is something which I will occasionally have to do ( unfortunately ). 90kmh is okay but I feel that at 100kmh I am less of an obstacle to other traffic on the highway. If the Meteor is not comfortable sustaining 100kmh on the highway I will be disappointed. But as mentioned, I will do the trip to Granada as soon as the bike is run in and then I will be able to say for sure how much the bike and I struggled ( if at all ) on a four hour highway run. And I think at some point I will buy the Touring foot pegs and fit them. I will of course post a video on the channel letting you all know whether or not they help at all.
It's a pleasure chatting to you Joel. Take care and stay safe. Cheers !
My favourite kind of videos on TH-cam. An average Joe talking about his simple experience with honesty. So much more powerful than any review from the big players. Well done
Thank you so much Tiago, I’m blushing from your praise 🤗 I really, really appreciate that comment because that is what I am all about and it’s nice to hear that I come across that way 👍
Take care, ride safely and come back soon Tiago. Cheers !
@@economicalrides Last week I've rented a nc750 just for kicks thinking I was gonna love it but in fact just made me realise that I absolute love the humle experience of a simple weak bike. I can't really explain why. Do you feel the same? Maybe the minimalist brings more of something that we cannot qualify on a video?
@@TiagoRuivo Totally. I’ve done the whole “buy the latest greatest hottest bike I can afford” thing multiple times and I was either too afraid to enjoy the bike because of how much money I had invested in it OR I felt obligated to ride it all the time because I had so much money parked in the garage depreciating rapidly. The Meteor gives me everything I need but without me worrying if I don’t use it for several weeks. It’s paid for, I am never going to sell it, the depreciation is low, so it doesn’t matter if I don’t use it EVERY weekend. Right now it suits my needs, my attitude and my budget. I really chose the perfect bike to buy at that time IMO 😍
Everybody’s needs are different but a test ride on a Meteor will tell you all you need to know ( although I bought mine without a test ride ! ).
I think the Meteor is a bike for sensible people who understand what they actually NEED in a motorcycle. It also has an amazing character to it, it just feels like your best friend from the first ride. It’s very hard not to fall in love with the Meteor, even if you find yourself wanting other bikes for other things.
Thanks again for your support Tiago, I really appreciate it. Cheers.
@@economicalrides I feel the same way about my Meteor! It's what I need and want as a retired guy. I felt comfortable with it right from the off, as you Brits say.
I've had bigger faster bikes; I've been there, done that, and lived to tell about it, hahaha. When I had my ZRX, I could never relax and enjoy the ride. That bike was so powerful that I felt as if I were riding a cranky temperamental thoroughbred race horse looking to toss me at the slightest whim. Plus, I couldn't enjoy its performance LEGALLY; the first summer I had it, I got pulled over by the cops like seven times! It's a wonder I didn't lose my license.
Having a high performance vehicle was a sort of bucket list item for me; it was something I'd dreamt of since I was a teen. I scratched that itch with my ZRX. Now, I don't need to go that fast anymore...
I have ordered same set up but with grey color🥰
Congratulations. I hope you enjoy yours as much as I enjoy mine 👍 Stay safe !
it's all the bike that one ever needs IMO, I like that color too, If I ever have the opportunity to get one it's the color that I want.
Yep, the colour is absolutely awesome. At the beginning when I saw the launch photos I knew I wanted the sportier looking Fireball variant. Then I couldn't decide on the colour. I knew I preferred the yellow but I was worried that it might be a bit TOO yellow, if you know what I mean, and I may have ended up regretting it.
I closed my eyes, opened them, looked at the red one. I closed my eyes, opened them and looked at the yellow one. Every time my eyes said "get the yellow one" but the cautious part of my brain was saying "but it might be TOO yellow. Maybe get the red one instead !".
In the end I decided to be brave and trust my initial instincts and now I am so glad that I did. The fireball yellow is such a great colour, really rare to see something like it on a motorcycle. And the contrast between the bright yellow and the black of the engine, wheels and exhaust really makes the bike. The contrast red/black is nowhere near as stark.
I'm SO glad I went with the yellow in the end, I really do recommend it if you end up buying a Meteor ! The Meteor still feels like the perfect bike to me, powerful enough but always relaxing and not intimidating to ride. I've managed to do 1100km so far and have yet to find anything about it which I do not like !
Thanks for commenting, ride safe and take care. Cheers !
Beautiful ride I got the exact same bike. Your videos are so personal. I enjoy watching them and appreciate the rider insight. I love that these bikes are simple which is what motorbiking is all about Thx mate Happy riding
Allan USA
Thanks Allan,
yes, the Meteor has some magic ingredient to it. It just feels special. Hopefully yours will be like mine and the two of you will develop a special bond almost instantly.
Congratulations on your new bike Allan, an excellent choice !
Cheers 👍🏻
ER.
Had my Stellar, for about a month now and love it! I've also changed the seat today, for the 'Low Rider' option. It's not noticeably lower, but it has the '3D Mesh Technology'. Did about 60/70 miles today 40 with the original seat (sore backside) 20 or so with the new seat - seemed better, but will test again after a break, tomorrow. The bike has great torque at low speed, will pull from 30 mph (50 kph) in 5th, with no problem. Sounds great and leaves you with a huge grin!
Hi Paul, thanks for commenting and I’m glad you’re enjoying your bike too ! Give your seat some time to break in and your backside some time to get used to it. I initially thought my touring seat was too hard but after a few rides I was able to do three hours non-stop without any discomfort.
Bums get used to seats, as do seats get used to bums over time. Don’t judge the seat too early. I know that if I start riding my bicycle after a long time away, the saddle kills me for the first two days. By the third day I have no discomfort at all. I’m sure the new seat will prove comfortable enough if you give it some time.
The Meteor really is a fantastic bike, so intuitive and effortless to ride and the beautiful motor with its low end grunt and thump really helps to make every ride enjoyable. Take care and ride safe. Cheers !
@@economicalrides for me, the stock seat has been great so far; it's been the best seat I've ever had on a bike, period. If I change my mind, Hitchcock's in Britain has a nice selection of seats, hehehe... :)
It’s nice to see a review from someone who as actually put his hand in his pocket. A real live owner of a meteor 350 Your blessed those roads look fantastic. I’ve been watching a lot of reviews as they’ve all been good and really praised the bike. . I’m going to buy a Enfield meteor for my wife.
I was going to get the the Honda rebel but it’s a strange market new one are cheaper that used so no one can sell a used one it’s bazar. Anyway the second she saw the Enfield. She wanted that instead. Thank god Her Ducati monster is a lot to fast for her. Great video and you have convinced me to buy the Enfield meteor 350 I’ll be ordering a yellow one and I even like the seat and fly screen. I think she’s going to be very happy with a meteor cheers
Hi Dave, thanks for commenting !
I'm glad my video convinced you to finally take the plunge ! I am approaching 1000km ( 620 miles ) with the bike now and there is still nothing about it which I do not like. It makes me smile every time I take it out. It is so intuitive to ride, never intimidating, you just get on it and relax and enjoy the ride. And I have rarely enjoyed rides as much as I enjoy them on the Meteor 350. It just puts you in the right headspace to just relax, cruise and enjoy.
I am sure that your wife will love hers, in fact I am utterly convinced that she will.
Right now my only concern is that the bike stays this way, that there are no reliability issues or severe degradation in the coming years. Recent Royal Enfield models have been built to modern standards and seem to last well, I'm just hoping the same will be true of the Meteor. I really want the bike to last and be reliable because I never want to sell it or have to search for another bike.
The Meteor 350 is just perfect for me !
Royal Enfield is about to introduce a 650 twin cruiser in India which is also a very good looking bike ! When it comes to other markets it would be a great option for riders who have to do more highway mileage than I do. I would like one as a second bike for longer trips but since I can't afford to run two bikes, I'm happy enough to stick with my 350. Besides, that long-stroke single cylinder sound is a traditional Royal Enfield soundtrack and is part of the riding pleasure for me !
Glad you enjoyed our roads over here.
If you haven't subscribed yet, I would appreciate it if you would. I will be producing regular new content, probably one video per week initially, so stay tuned.
I have a video ready for upload this weekend.
If you thought the roads in my collection video were good, wait until you see the video from last weekend's ride !
Thanks for commenting, ride safe and I hope your wife's RE Meteor experience ends up being as positive as mine. I am still totally in love with the darn thing and starting it up and hearing it immediately settle into a steady thump thump thump always puts a grin on my face !
Take care. Cheers !
@@economicalridesI haven't liked a bike this much since my old, Motobecane moped that I got in high school! The Meteor feels almost like a big moped, only it's faster.
As for the Meteor's long term reliability, I think that, between RE's history of building thumpers and the track record of their Himalayan, I think that the Meteor will be a good bike. I'm MOST IMPRESSED with the build quality and how well thought out the design is! Now, if only they could do something about the ignition coil...
Congratulations!!!
Thanks Gordon. As you can tell by now, I'm still loving the Meteor. Sorry I didn't reply earlier, I seem to have missed this comment ! Thanks for watching and commenting. I will continue to post updates on my life with my Meteor, things are planned ! Stay safe. Cheers !
love the windshield and seat upgrade........its looks really nice in yellow. I had never in my life had thought that i would like a motorcycle in this color
I quite agree. I was so nervous about choosing the yellow one that I nearly bought a red one instead. But I‘m so glad that I didn’t change my mind, the yellow and black together looks amazing. The bike always attracts a lot of attention and compliments wherever I go. It really is a beautiful bike, especially with the addition of the tinted flyscreen.
I have just taken delivery of a red/chrome Classic 350 too, to give my Meteor some company in the garage. Another really beautiful Royal Enfield motorcycle 🥰
Cheers Kanta 👍
ER.
i think it is a lovely bike.i would choose the same with the same seat and screen. best wishes from the uk.
Thanks John. You are clearly a man of excellent taste 👍 This bike attracts so much attention that it verges on the embarrassing. It’s just a pretty no nonsense motorcycle and I absolutely love it. More videos coming soon, so stay tuned and thanks for commenting. Cheers !
Hello from the Netherlands, after 50 years of motorcycling ao Jawa, NSU MAX, Harley WLA 750, Suzuki Intruder 800, Suzuki Intruder 1400, Yamaha Virago 1100, Honda Shadow 600, Harley Sportster 883 and 1200, Harley Frxrs 1988, Harley WLA 750 now after 5 years ago, at the age of 74, a Royal Enfield 350 had been bought, the black one. I fell in love with this all-new model instantly, and what a great bike I've already ridden 1000 kilometers with pleasure and every kilometer is a party. The bike steers very easily every corner can be taken smoothly, everything works great and it looks great, a nice rumble from the exhaust as an extra. Both on the highway and on the back roads no problem at all, oh yes, at my age and after a car accident I can't move my right leg over the passenger backrest, so it was quickly removed. Can highly recommend this motorcycle to anyone who genuinely loves motorcycling, greetings from the Netherlands from Rob
Thanks for commenting Rob ! I totally agree ! Still loving everything about my Meteor after 1600km 👍 Thanks for dropping by, think I might have missed this comment and not replied, so apologies !
Take care and cone back soon. Some interesting videos coming up ( hopefully 👍 ).
love the custom Meteor seat and fireball color
I must admit that I was a little bit worried about getting the Yellow Fireball, I thought red might have been the safer choice, but once I saw it in the metal, all doubts were erased from my mind. It's a gorgeous colour and works so well with the matte black on the rest of the bike. When the bike is clean it does look absolutely amazing. The touring seat is comfortable for 3+ hours at a time too, so a great addition if you intend to spend long days in the saddle.
Thanks for watching NT 🙏
Cheers 👍🏻
ER.
Ok...I'm thinking this 500th vid I'velooked at about the Meteor is finally winning me over!! But....where are you mate? That's one seriously nice road and view my friend. Ride safe bro. NZ...kiwi..you know..
😂 Just do it, you won’t regret it. Perfect for around town and in the beautiful NZ countryside, I’d imagine.
I’m in Andalucía, Southern Spain. Yes we have some great roads here, right outside my door. Often see car manufacturers’ new prototypes and the occasional motorcycle being tested here, it’s a good proving ground, especially in the Summer heat. Thanks for commenting, the Meteor is a special bike and the engine’s a peach. Showed the bike to my mate and now he’s trying desperately to find another yellow one to buy but they are hard to get at the moment. Let me know if you take the plunge ! Cheers !
Sorry, forgot to add that if you have any specific questions regarding the bike which may help you in making your decision, feel free to ask me here and I will respond 👍
I will be releasing another video soon where I touch on several points which may be of interest to potential buyers but feel free to post your questions here in the comments. Cheers !
Thanks for making this video. I actually prefer a voice over rather than listening to wind noise and other distractions. The voice over also gives you a chance to gather your thoughts and mention anything forgotten during the ride. Stay safe.
Edit: Oh, that area looks like a beautiful place to ride. Southern Spain? Yes.
Thanks Ted, it’s always good to get feedback from my viewers because otherwise I’d have no idea of their likes/dislikes. Although this particular voice over was the result of a technical mishap, I have since discovered that the audio quality from my helmet mic sounds pretty bad and I don’t want to use it, so it looks like you’ll be stuck with the voiceovers for the foreseeable future now 😛
Thanks for watching my video and again for giving me useful feedback. I hope you will enjoy my other videos and become a regular visitor to this channel. Take care and ride safe. Cheers !
Well done! I recently sold my 500 classic and think this might be a good replacement given the new motor etc.
Wishing you many happy and safe miles of fun together! 👍
Thank you. This bike is a magnificent replacement for a Bullet 500. It will remind you of the Bullet in all of the good ways ( thump, motor characteristics, the coolness factor ) but in every regard it is simply so much better, so much easier to live with, so much smoother. I am sure that RE will be building a new generation of 350 Bullets using this J Series motor, it is an absolute peach of an engine. So if you are more into the classic roadster style, I wouldn't rule out RE bringing out a Bullet Classic with this engine next year, which might be worth waiting for ! Food for thought ;) I don't really like the cruiser style normally but for some reason I fell in love with the yellow Fireball the first time I saw it and can now say that I genuinely enjoy owning a cruiser and the slightly different riding experience it gives me.
More videos incoming soon ! Take care Mihai !
@@economicalrides thanks for the information buddy! I’m happy with the cruiser looks- good choice with the yellow! I’d maybe hang on more for a 650 twin cruiser if I’m honest but I’m heading back to small motors ( about to take my Vespa 300 for its second time up around the Scottish islands) so l could be tempted indeed. Take care 🤟
@@economicalrides I wasn't a cruiser guy either. It wasn't because I disliked them, per se; I always liked some cruisers, while not caring for others. My brother used to have a Suzuki Marauder 1600. I didn't care for it, because not only was it big and heavy; it was super feet forward. The Meteor's riding position is only slightly forward of the classic roadster position. When I saw the Meteor, I just knew I HAD to have one! So, I got one... :)
Like you, I always liked the 500 Classic. Unfortunately, RE stopped bringing it here to the US before I could get one. I've been kicking myself in the ass ever since. I really fancied the blacked out one. Now that RE is bringing the Classic 350 here next year, I'll be getting one. Not only do I love the bike; I want to get one before internal combustion engines are banned. I won't make the same mistake twice!
That ride video was really awesome. Those mountain roads, bright sunny day and fireball yellow meteor is such a satisfaction.
Thanks Vishwas ! I totally agree ! The Meteor is the perfect bike for me and the roads we have here !
Plenty of different mountain roads featured in my later videos too 😉
Thanks for watching and commenting my friend.
Cheers 👍 ER.
@@economicalrides For us Indians we've got so many options in lower displacement bikes. And anything above 300cc is a big bike for us average Indians. And yes this time royal enfield has nailed with it's meteor 350. The feel that you get while riding royal enfield is so satisfying.
@@vishwasps8877 Yes. Royal Enfield is in great hands these days. They are bringing out one great bike after the next. A really well run company these days, unlike in the British era 🤔
India can be rightly proud of the great bikes RE is producing these days ! Their success globally is thoroughly deserved and the result of much hard work at all levels within the company.
Stay safe Vishwas and happy riding !
Cheers. ER.
@@economicalrides Stay safe there, happy riding 🙏.
@@economicalrides the Meteor is such a hit that, when I got mine, my retired neighbor across the street got off the fence and got himself one! BTW, his previous ride was a Yamaha Venture, which was a competitor to the Honda Goldwing...
A very enjoyable ride on a beautiful looking classic style bike. RE really hit the mark with this bike I think. Judging by all the positive comments online from around the world, the Meteor will be a huge success. Thanks for the review. 👍🏍🇨🇦
Thanks Dan ! This bike is just so relaxing to ride, it just puts me into a chilled out cruising headspace. I never feel tempted to try to ride fast. It's just so much easier to enjoy the ride on this bike than any other bike I have ever owned.
There are some even nicer roads in my latest video, should you care to take a look and there will be more videos coming soon.
Thank you for your kind comments.
There is a 650 Meteor ( will possibly be called Shotgun after "RE - Made Like a Gun" ) on the way. With twin low-slung pipes and a wider rear fender it is a very nice looking bike. For those with more money to spend and looking to do more highway miles, sure to be another excellent RE bike.
For now I find my 350 totally adequate for everything I need from a bike but if money were no object, then I wouldn't mind adding a 650 twin version of the Meteor to my fleet !
I think more and more people are realising that actually 350cc is enough for most situations. It seems as though demand for the Meteor has been surprisingly high in markets where RE was not expecting to sell many of the smaller capacity bikes. Currently they can't make them fast enough to satisfy demand. I am one of several people I know who were originally looking at buying a 650 Interceptor only to decide that actually the Meteor does everything we need for a fraction of the price ( whilst also looking very nice ).
Thanks again for commenting. If you have any questions, feel free to ask them here.
Take care and ride safe Dan. Cheers !
@@economicalrides I totally agree. I prefer leisurely rides on secondary roads and trying to break any speed records. I've been wanting the Int 650 since its launch in 2019 but haven't been able to
justify the cost here 🇨🇦which is just over $10k. Now the Meteor seems to be a viable option. Thanks again. Dan
@@danmcneil7181 Absolutely. If you can get a test ride then you really should give the Meteor a try. Hard not to fall in love with it straight away ! I bought mine without a test ride but was fairly confident because I'd done a lot of research beforehand.
Only caveat is that we do not yet know how reliable or durable the bike will be. If it stays as it is and has no reliability issues then I really can't see me ever needing any other bike !
RE's last three new models were no less reliable than any other bike out there so fingers crossed I bought a good one and the ownership experience remains a positive one ! If NOT then of course you'll hear about it here !
Cheers Dan !
@@economicalrides I think that the Meteor will be good long term. One, RE's been building thumpers for a long time. Two, they've upped their game in terms of quality. Three, the Himalayan and the 650 twins have been good bikes; since they're the recent predecessors of the Meteor, I think that the Meteor will be good too. Finally, the Indian people know how to work hard and work well; I know, because I worked with them for years prior to retirement.
I was just sharing your sidecar comment on my last video with Dragon, the sidecar owner, and wanted to tell where you are from and noticed you don't show where your videos are recorded so it doesn't show up under your video above the title. I checked your About page and it says you're in Spain, which threw me for a loop hearing your accent. I know, you don't have an accent, we do, haha. I dated a girl from Glasgow Scotland and I always got that from her. May have already told you but recently a dealer let me ride his Meteor and I had a ball on it. Could have ridden it all day long. Such Fun!
Hi MAMRE 😛
in some of my videos I post a caption with the road number of the road I am riding. There it usually says „Almería, Spain“.
Almeria is the province. Almeria is one of the provinces which makes up Andalusia, which is a big chunk of southern Spain 🙂
So that’s where I am living, Almeria province, Andalusia, southern Spain 🇪🇸
Oh and Ruby still wants a sidecar ! 😂😂😂
Cheers MAMRE, have a great Sunday, I’m off to wash the car 🚗
ER.
Nice bike and video! I hope you'll enjoy it for many kilometers to come!
Well that’s the plan at least !
Thanks for your positive feedback, it really means a lot to me.
I’m sure I’ll get to grips with my vlogging technology one of these days ! Still very much a WIP at the moment !
Ride safe !
congratulations and i have same colour
owning from last 6 months and it's really awesome..
Thank you. It really is a fantastic bike. The motor is a work of art, so smooth for a single but still with the traditional long stroke character of the Bullets. I don’t think I’ve ever liked a bike this much from the start. It just feels like the perfect bike for everything I need. Keep on thumping and thanks again for your comment !
Eagerly awaiting my fully customised Stellar matt black RE Meteor
Congratulations ! I'm sure you'll enjoy it as I do mine. Ride safe and stay tuned for more videos soon ! Thanks for commenting Archiev !
It looks lovely! A lot of people think that a 350 is a small bike. They’re wrong.
Quite agree ! Why pay more for more performance you'll rarely if ever use ? The Meteor is just about exactly what I need in a motorcycle. Nothing more, nothing less. I will test it some more on the highway when it's fully run in but that really isn't the sort of riding I like to do anyway. But I know people are interested to see how a 350 copes in modern day high speed traffic, so I will be making a video about my views on that asap. Thanks for commenting Steven. Small or not, the Meteor 350 attracts A LOT of attention wherever I park it !
Got mine in January. I love it, don't love the rust that's coming on it, only got 200 miles on the clock
Oh dear, that doesn’t sound great ! Where is yours rusting ?
@@economicalrides on the exhaust silencer where the weld is, on the catalytic converter box, and some of the silver fins on the head are discoloured. But it's a great bike and I'm sure I can sort this
@@tamar5261 OK. Well good luck getting on top of that and continue to enjoy your lovely new bike Tamar.
Thanks for watching and commenting, glad to have you onboard !
Cheers 👍
ER.
Just waiting on delivery of my meteor fireball in yellow too. Looks like I should get the small flyscreen too. I wonder if I need the seat option, I weigh 12 stone if that helps if anyone can advise. The sump guard plate cover looks like an option too. Not rode for 6 years (15years experience) so did,nt test drive but reviews like yours give me confidence I've made a good choice so thank you.
Congratulations jadonx, I can almost guarantee that you will love your Fireball ! I think it is already the best bike I have ever owned and I really want to keep it until they try to stop me from riding it for my own safety 😛
With regard to the seat, I would just go with the standard seat for a while, it's pretty comfortable.
If you later decide that you need more support, the touring seat is a fair bit denser ( quite hard even, initially ) and does offer more support, distributes loads better due to its internal webbing and remains comfortable for longer. But the standard seat is more plush for shorter journeys, so I recommend seeing how you get on with it first.
Try the standard seat for a while and if you are not happy, buy the touring seat later.
It is a piece of cake to swap the seats out later, so you have time before you need to start thinking of an upgrade.
Once you've done it once, you can swap seats in about 10 minutes I reckon.
Some people on here prefer the standard seat for daily riding but have a touring seat for longer road trips. They just swap seats as required. It really is very easy to do once you've done it once and definitely something you can do yourself later on 👍🏻
I hope your Fireball arrives soon. It will be a very friendly bike after six years away, I think you made a very good choice !
Cheers jadonx and good luck,
ER
Thanks for sharing, I'm interested in the meteor & wanted to see a review from someone who actually bought the bike.
You're welcome and thanks for subscribing !
I found myself in the same position as you, only found test ride videos before finally deciding to buy mine and just thought I might as well share my experiences here on TH-cam since there may be others looking for some more in-depth information based on longer term ownership.
Thank you for commenting, so far I can give a whole-hearted recommendation for the Meteor 350, absolutely loving it !
I look forward to bringing you more videos about my experiences with the bike soon.
If you have any specific questions I can answer for you, feel free to post them here and I will reply. Thanks again, stay tuned and cheers !
@@economicalrides I think the 'test ride' reviews have their place but many seem to lack the authenticity of a vlog from someone who has spent their hard earned money & purchased the bike. All the best with your channel & your bike.
@@Free_Ranger_CT110 Yes absolutely. I had no chance of a test ride here where I live, so I had to rely on those test ride videos to make my decision. Fortunately they didn't mislead me and the bike turned out to be better than I ever expected. Ride safe !
Nice vlog, looking forward to future reports. To my mind the fireball is the best of the range as you can add all the extras you think are necessery fork gaiters maybe a good idea 🤔 still it's whatever floats your boat 🤗
Certainly if you are going to be riding on gravel and dirt, fork gaiters are a good idea. If a stone pits the sliders the fork seals will get damaged in no time and changing fork seals is a real PITA job !
I'm really looking forward to seeing what third party accessories come onto the market for the Meteor. As you say, if you buy the Fireball you have a good looking base bike, which you can then turn into exactly what you want it to be.
At the moment I'm still in love with the looks, so won't be changing anything. I am just waiting for some nice canvas throw-over bags to come out which would enable me to use the bike for shopping too.
Thanks for commenting. There should be new videos every week, so stay tuned Julian ! Cheers !
You'd be surprised how much dust and debris is on the road especially after rain 🌧️
JR, I liked the Fireball Yellow and got one not only because I love the looks (badass!); I got it because I didn't want the back rest that I'll never use. If it came with one, one of the first things I'd do is remove it. That said, I think that the Stellar Blue is hot too... :)
I will buy one.
Nice Doggo too 😀
I’m sure you’ll enjoy it as much as I enjoy mine. Ruby says thanks for the compliment 🐕👍
Meteor’s are damn fine looking motorcycle, luv the screen, great idea. Yellow, best colour too.
Cheers. Neil
Thanks Neil. Yes the Meteor is really well proportioned and for a 350 it manages to look like a full sized cruiser. The upcoming 650 twin version with a pipe down each side and a wider rear tyre and mudguard looks fantastic, particularly the blacked out version. Very mean looking, love it.
I was torn between red and yellow initially. Don’t get me wrong, I instantly wanted the yellow one ( since I wanted a Fireball and only had the choice of yellow or red ) but I was afraid that it might be a bit too yellow and conspicuous for a modest chap like myself. Finally I decided to be brave and buy the one which spoke to me first and I’m so glad I did. I love the contrast between the “rubber duck yellow” and the black. It’s such an unusual colour for a bike these days, it really stands out from the crowd and I love it for that !
I saw the tinted fly screen on the Indian RE site and ordered it when I bought the bike. The Meteor was so new that the dealer didn’t have the accessories catalogue and he didn’t know what I was referring to. Soon put him right though and even they admitted that it finishes off the bike a treat.
Thanks for watching my videos and leaving such nice comments. Take care Neil, cheers 👍
@@economicalrides I luv the yellow as well, but red looks superb too. It’s good to have a choice, another mans meat and all that.
The 650 sounds interesting. It is rumoured that there might be a 650 Himalayan on the way. I’m non pulsed about that. I can see where a 650, might be considered by some at least, as an improvement for road work, not sure how it will improve the bikes off road capabilities though.
Is bigger always better? Sometimes a smaller less powerful bike is more.
One thing is for sure though; Royal Enfield don’t seem to be putting a foot wrong at the moment. Royal Enfield got the Meteor and Interceptor right first time, right out of the crate as it were, it took a couple of goes to get the Himmy right, but now they have three cracking bikes on sale to the public in Europe.
So I say ride and enjoy.
Take care….Neil 🏍👍🖤
That looks gorgeous, and the fly screen finishes it off 👌🏼
If I didn’t have a Bullet, it would be on my list.
Technical hitches considered, great video. Suffering from road envy here 🥴
Thanks again ! Yes, I was wavering between a red fireball and a yellow fireball. My instant reaction was to get the yellow one. But then I started thinking that it might be too yellow and conspicuous for a modest chap like myself. So I started thinking red fireball. Then, just before it came out in Europe I said “Garry FFS it HAS to be the yellow one. It’s the one that spoke to you !”. As luck would have it, when my local dealer got his first Meteor it happened to be a yellow fireball. Went “to have a look at one in the metal” and bought it there and then 🤗 I told them to add the fly screen and touring seat and was able to ride it home five days later. I’m so glad I trusted my gut instinct. The bike looks great in rubber duck yellow with the black fly screen. Everybody I meet is very complimentary about it and wants to know what it is, what it cost etc. The other weekend I was stopped by the Guardia Civil for a paperwork check. They gave my papers a cursory glance and then spent fifteen minutes asking me all sorts of questions about the bike and what I thought about it. One of them couldn’t believe the price and I suspect he was on the internet the next day preparing to buy one. It was funny though because I did about 20 other motorists a huge favour by keeping the two guys occupied for at least fifteen minutes. Maybe some of them had no insurance. I guess we’ll never know 😂
Cheers SB
‘Rubber duck yellow’ 🤣
Sounds like it was meant to be 😊
Cool story about the civil guards. I wonder if he did go out and get one 🤔
Cheers ER 🍻
TOTALLY! I have the fly screen on my Fireball Yellow too, and yeah, it just finishes the bike off, big time.
Unfortunately, my dealer didn't have one, nor did they know when they'd get one. SO! Like any good Royal Enfield owner, I got one from Hitchcock's Motorcycles in Britain, hahaha... :)
I've got one and I love it
The Meteor is a great bike, whenever I sit on it, it feels like I‘m home again 🙂
I genuinely love my Meteor and I don’t tend to get attached to vehicles normally. It’s just such a special motorcycle !
Good luck with your Meteor Rocky 👍
Cheers
ER
Reminds me of my trusty old Triumph Trophy 500. No cruise control, no radio, just motorcycling as at should be enjoyed.
Thanks Rick ! Yes, if I were to sum up the appeal of the Meteor in as few words as possible it would be “the pure essence of motorcycling” or “the joy of motorcycling in its purest form”. Riding the Meteor is a constant reminder of why we got into bikes in the first place. This bike is very much a keeper, I will still very much be able to enjoy it in my later years ( most likely ).
Thanks for finding and watching my video, thanks too for your comment which really sums up what the Meteor is all about.
It is a fantastic bike if you appreciate the pure pleasure of motorcycling and are not obsessed about impressing people with performance figures and the amount of money you have tied up in your bike !
Take care, ride safely and come back soon ! Cheers 👍
@@economicalrides TOTALLY 100% agree!
RE is in final testing stage for the same cruiser with a 650cc engine in it, it's called Shotgun I think.
You guys can check the prototype bikes being tested on the Indian roads the spy videos are on youtube.
That really is another cracking looking bike. Fantastic ! A bit too expensive and unnecessarily powerful for me though. I am also a big fan of long stroke single cylinder engines, like the old Bullet. For me riding a 650 twin wouldn't give me the same sensations. I just love the RE singles, the J series engine particularly !
The 650cc cruiser does look like it would be a great bike for RE fans looking to do serious highway miles though. I'd love one as a second bike, just to make high speed cruising more relaxed.
Thanks for commenting Viswa and stay safe.
Cheers !
Thank you for this video - I am SO looking forward to my Meteor, loving my Classic 500 already 🤩
You're Welcome Mark, thanks for watching, commenting AND subscribing, I really really appreciate it !
I owned a RHS upside down four speed shifting Bullet 500 for many years and although I am not familiar with the newer Bullet Classic I think I can safely say that in enjoyment terms the Meteor is in a different league again!
Performance-wise the Bullet 500 and the Meteor 350 are very similar but the Meteor just feels so much smoother and more like a modern motorcycle. Also the quality has come on in leaps and bounds in recent years. It's so easy to ride and ( so far ) absolutely hassle free to just jump on and go for a ride. It really does seem like there perfect hobby motorcycle to me. I still enjoy every moment of every ride on mine and I've done nearly 2000 km by now.
I'm really excited for you and I'm sure you'll enjoy your new Meteor. Thanks again for supporting my channel !
Take care, ride safely and come back soon. Cheers Mark !
that touring seat looks damn comfy!
It is, but as you will see in subsequent videos it robs you of about 6cm usable seat length front to rear. I and several others on here have concluded that people with longer legs would probably feel too cramped up with this seat so my recommendation to them is to stick with the standard seat. Also the touring seat has a very dense foam and seemed rock hard for the first few hours. After that the foam becomes supportive but all day long comfortable.
I think the standard seat feels softer initially but of course long term that’s not necessarily a good thing. I‘m switching back to the standard seat ( which was never fitted ) just to do a riding comparison video soon 👍
Thanks for watching and commenting, I appreciate the support.
Take care, ride safely and come back soon. Cheers 👍
@@economicalrides Thats very good to know, i'm considering getting this bike and being 6ft the standard seat sounds right for me, looking forward to more videos👍
@@JimmySlacksackYes, I’m pretty sure that you’ll prefer the standard seat because it will give you that extra room to straighten out your legs a tiny bit more. I only have a 30 inch inside leg and already feel slightly squished up. I‘m looking forward to trying the standard seat just to see if it enables me to have my feet slightly further forward rather than more or less right underneath me.
There will definitely be a fairly in depth comparison video coming after I have swapped the seats over. I do know of somebody about your size who bought the touring seat and didn’t get on with it and had to switch back. You can read about that in the comments section of the „Is the touring seat for you ?“ video on this channel 👍
Never say never but my feeling is that you probably won’t like the seating position the touring seat forces you to take.
Thanks for your comments and for your support. If you have any further questions just ask, I still just about manage to reply to all questions posted. 😇
Take care Slack and good luck with your own Meteor 😉😛
Cheers 👍
bike looks very smart .
Thanks Simon ! Not just smart but after 1300km I still love everything about it ! I honestly couldn’t have bought a better bike for what I want from a motorcycle. Still trying desperately to find something about it which I don’t like, but really struggling 😉
Thanks for watching and commenting. There are plenty of other videos on my channel if you are interested in the Meteor and I will be adding further videos regularly, usually weekly.
Thank you so much for your support, I really appreciate it.
Take care, ride safe and come back soon ! Cheers !
Just want to let everyone know that there is going to be 650 Cruiser. Expected near the end of 2021 here in India so if anyone is having an issue with the power, you might want to wait for that 650.
Yes, could indeed be an option for some. But I've decided that there is no point in paying for more power ( with added weight and fuel consumption ) which I will rarely if ever use. A 650 cruiser would make more sense for somebody who expects to do a lot of highway miles and needs to be able to cruise at 70-80 mph but I don't buy a bike to ride it on the highway, personally ;)
Thanks for commenting. It will be interesting to see how the 350 Bullet with the J Series engine does in Europe when it arrives. Personally I don't think the engine looks right in a Bullet style bike. It just seems odd to me. I will always associate the original shape Bullet engine with that bike, the J Series engine just ruins the bike's looks for me, although I might get used to it in time !
@@economicalrides I don't think that the J series engine looks out of place on the new Classic 350. I think that the Classic 350 is a CRACKING looking bike; it's gorgeous! I'm planning on getting one as soon as my dealer gets 'em... :)
Subscribed. Nice video. I`m a 63 year old Brit who hasn`t owned a bike for over 40 years and hasn`t ridden at all for 4 years. The prospect of a comfortable leisurely ride that the Meteor offers at a very reasonable price is encouraging me to see it in the metal myself in the next couple weeks. A question for you, I`ve ridden Harleys with heel/toe shifters and I`ve never been a fan but there`s always been room to use the toe shift only if you chose to. Is there space on the Meteor to use the toe shift for upward changes.
Hi Derek ! Thanks for subscribing. Yes of course, if your boots are not too thick in the toe area, you can just use the forward part as a regular shifter. With normal shoes or slim boots you shouldn’t have a problem. I’d recommend a test ride if at all possible. I didn’t have that luxury because the model was new when I bought mine and my dealer had just received his first bike and I ended up buying it 😛
Take a test ride with your normal MC footwear and see how you get on. I tend to ride in hiking boots ( because ankle protection is pretty important ) and could use the forward part as a regular shifter if I chose to 🙂
I think the Meteor could be the perfect bike for you. It is just the raw pleasure of motorcycling every time you go out. Nothing more, nothing less.
BTW I love the 'Heel-Kicker. Toe & Heel shifter. Especially specially here in busy Bangkok traffic.
Nice vid. Fellow Meteor owner here. Fly screen looks really good. Do you think it really helps block off some of the wind?
Hi Gerald, thanks for commenting !
Unfortunately I can't give you a definitive answer since I've never ridden the bike without the fly screen. I mean, generally they do help a bit but I can't tell you for sure. Also, having owned fast naked bikes in the past, I don't find the wind at 70mph much of a problem to be honest. Obviously beyond that speed it starts to become more of an issue.
I think if you like the LOOK of the fly screen, just go ahead and get one. I'm pretty sure it won't make things any worse and it will definitely make your bike look smarter. If it helps with the wind, then view that as a bonus ;)
I hope you continue to enjoy your Meteor. I'm really enjoying getting to know more Meteor owners and admirers on here. It's great to talk to others about a shared interest like this.
Enjoy your bike, stay safe and if you get the fly screen, let me know if you think it helps deflect the wind or not and then I'll know if I ever get asked the same question again :P
Cheers !
Fly screen or windshield?
Looks like the rear indicator right side could do with angling up a bit
Not sure, might just be the angle I was filming from. I imagine it's one of the parts which was disconnected when the bike was in the crate, so the dealer may indeed have fitted it poorly, wouldn't rule it out. I will have a look next time I'm in the garage but I don't think it will be far off straight and an easy fix if it is askew !
It’s a strange one Kevin. At the base of the stalk the indicator really does look square but as you say, by the time I get to the lens it is looking down a bit on the RHS. I can only imagine that the stalk is slightly bent somewhere along its length. More loosening off or bending required when I have more time, definitely slightly off at the moment. Thanks for pointing it out, if the stalk is bent I might just get the hot air gun on it 👍
Thanks for video 🤗🤗
You’re welcome Manish and thanks for dropping by and commenting. Hopefully there will be more, better videos coming soon. Still getting used to this TH-cam lark ! Ride safely 👍
Hi there, I enjoy your videos and and I like the perspective from someone who sees a motorcycle as something that can be economical. This bike was designed for the Indian market as a "big bike", so I take some comfort in knowing that people in India will tour across their great country in a 350cc. I am considering something in this size. I personally don't see why a motorcycle needs to be anything above 500cc, 750cc tops. You cannot tap into half of your 100+ HP bike at the best of times.
That said, could you see doubling up on this bike easily? Would there be enough power? I like the fact that they make an effort to make a bike you can take a passenger on - in a 350cc! Show me another manufacturer who even makes the effort on anything under a 500cc. Again, this bike is designed for the local Indian and Asian market and doesn't need the handful of North American sales to make money. That said, I want to try one!
Hi Matt, based on my experience with the Bullet 500 I think you would barely notice a pillion on this bike. Maybe on a very long incline you might but in general these long stroke engines hang on pretty well with the extra weight. On a very steep incline you might find yourself having to drop down another gear but in flat terrain or on a gentle incline I think this motor would deal with a pillion without any problems. It's torquey and not revvy and the Bullet 500 was similar and barely suffered at all with a passenger onboard.
I hope this helps !
I was thinking of buying an Interceptor 650 originally but came to the conclusion that I would probably only ever be riding at 80-90 kmh on that 90% of the time and it's also not a bike you would ever buy to go fast. So I decided that if all I am interested in is a relaxed cruise, why pay over 50% more for more power which I will rarely if ever use. Also 100% of the time you have more weight and more complexity to deal with. Not to mention more fuel consumption. I think this particular 350 motor is strong enough for everything I'll ever need. It will still be fairly relaxed at 90-100kmh if I have to hit the highway for an hour or two ( although obviously with any bike I plan my routes to avoid highway riding where possible, since it's terminally boring and you don't get to see very much ! ).
Based on my experience so far I really doubt that I will be looking for something more powerful anytime soon, but it does depend on the type of riding you are looking to do, obviously. For my purposes 350cc feels like it will be adequate.
@@economicalridesThanks for the great reply. I currently have a Piaggio BV350 that puts out 10 more HP (30.2 hp @ 8,250 rpm) than the Meteor, but honestly I could do with probably 20-25HP. The Piaggio has loads of power but not sure I'd ever want to go north of the 130kph it can reportedly do. I think the Meteor does better with the torque where you need it and provides max torque at much lower RPM than my Piaggio. Also, while the Piaggio is okay on fuel consumption, it's not as thrifty as I had hoped - fairly heavy, automatic, and high reving. I simply love the idea of a bike that can give me close to 500km on a tank - even though you would never take it that close before refueling.
Obviously I have a horse in this race, I’m not going to be totally impartial since I spent my own money on a Meteor. But honestly I think a Meteor could suit your needs well. It IS very economical and it will carry a passenger with relative ease. I bought mine without a test ride since nobody had a demo bike. I bought it based upon reviews I’d seen on the internet but I haven’t been disappointed at all. If you can get a test ride on one, you absolutely should try one and see how you feel about it. For me it was love at first ride ! Let me know how you get on ! Cheers.
@@economicalrides I fully endorse your view points.
@@mattlorenzi5606 how heavy is your Piaggio scooter though? I used to have a Suzuki Burgman 400, and it was no lightweight. It had a bigger, more powerful engine than the Meteor does, but, because it's heavier, it didn't accelerate that much faster. That said, the Burgman wasn't speed limited; I was able to hit 95 mph, or 151 km/h, and that was more than fast enough.
Nice bike
Thanks Nasser, really enjoying the bike and approaching 1000km with it now.
If you are interested in the Meteor there will be regular new Meteor videos on my channel.
Thanks for your comment and stay safe. Cheers !
May you enjoy every moment with your new love ❤️
Thanks Toby. Since collecting my bike I’ve added a ton of videos to my channel, so if you’re interested in the Meteor 350 you should check out my channel.
Thanks for watching and commenting Toby, I really appreciate it. Take care, ride safely and come back soon ! Cheers !
@@economicalrides I surely will subscribe and check out your videos. Be safe and enjoy every ride. PS the bike is so beautiful, it's my favorite color of all!!!!😄
@@tobylopez445 Yes the colour looks fantastic against the matt black of the engine and exhaust. Officially they call it Fireball Yellow but I’ve started referring to it as Rubber Duck Yellow 😂 A very cool colour though !
Thanks for your support Toby, it’s great to have you onboard. Take care and come back soon. Cheers !
Another question I have for you, would you consider getting the factory hard cases for your Meteor? Can't say I'm a fan of how they look, and they appear rather small from the spec. I'd consider a soft-shell or even throw-over panniers, but would still necessitate the saddle stays to keep the bags free and clear.
No way ! This bike lives on its looks. Wherever I park it, people are admiring it and asking me all about it ! My previous bike was a Silver Wing 400 scooter, I loved it and with the top case could do a weekly shop with it. I miss that with the Meteor but if I decide to use it for shopping I will go with throw over panniers and a pillion bag. It would have to be something temporary, there is no way I am going to fit anything permanently and ruin the looks of the bike. If I find a good temporary luggage solution I will definitely post a video about it, so stay tuned Matt 👍
@@economicalrides Oh, that would be lovely. And yes a temporary luggage solution would work. I don't mind luggage or bags on a bike, and quite like how the military-style canvas bags looks on the Classic 350 & 500 but that's personal.
Agree. I’m thinking canvas panniers too 😉
Nice video , can't wait to ride my fireball red ,I will pleasantly make a video on that .thanks to you brother
Thank you for finding my channel and watching my videos 🙂 I'm sure you will enjoy your Meteor when you finally get it. It really is such a lovely, friendly machine and makes every ride relaxing and enjoyable. Good luck with your new bike ! Take care and ride safely. Cheers !
Beautiful roads
Yes. Where I live I have some lovely mountain roads close by, whichever direction I choose. The Meteor should be perfect for these roads, stick it in fourth gear and just swing it from bend to bend. Very relaxing and enjoyable ! Thanks for commenting !
@@economicalrides looking forward to more videos
@@Traveling_Tiger11 Yes, more videos coming soon. I hope to publish at least one a week, in a variety of formats, so please stay tuned for more 👍
There is a different handlebar on one of the website's images, do you know where I can get it if I eventually by the royal enfield meteor?
I’m not sure what you are referring to. What’s the difference ? There is no different handlebar in the Meteor accessory catalogue as far as I am aware. Can you tell us what the difference is supposed to be ?
@@economicalrides can I send a screenshot of it? By email or instagram or Facebook
@@SEBASC0STA Hmmm....tricky....do you have a link to the picture ? You can post a link here.
Nice. The fly screen looks great but does it serve any practical purpose?
Hi Sam, its purpose is that it looks great ! ;)
No, but seriously, I can't say whether it deflects the wind or not since I've always had it on the bike.
But personally I just bought it because I thought it really finished the bike off, made it look just a little bit more sporty and a tad rakish.
Thanks for commenting, subscribe if you haven't already because there will be new videos every week ( well that's the plan anyway ! ). Ride safe, and thanks again for dropping by. Cheers !
Fly screen, windscreen or windshield?
Sam, as someone who also owns a Meteor; as someone who's owned and ridden it both with and without the flyscreen; I think I can answer your question.
Yes, it serves a few purposes, actually. One, it makes the bike look GREAT! It really adds to the bike's aesthetic. Two, it keeps bugs off the instrument cluster. Three, it does keep some wind off you, particularly at speeds below 50 mph, or 80 km/h. While it doesn't offer Goldwing, full fairing levels of protection, it keeps enough wind blast off you so that, rather than getting fatigued after an hour or so, you can go 2-3. However, once you go above 50 mph/80 kmh, you'll get more wind blast, and it won't make much difference at that point.
How long for the order/delivery times to europe?
I bought my Meteor when it was in stock, so I never had to order it. A friend of mine asked about the waiting time for a yellow Fireball and was told that it would probably take at least eight weeks to arrive. But the dealer replaced my bike with a brown Supernova which I believe is still in stock.
So delivery time depends on the spec level and colour you want. If you are flexible, most dealers will have a Meteor in stock. If you want a bike in a different colour and spec to whatever the dealer has, then I think you could expect a waiting time of between six to eight weeks. Thanks for commenting 👍
@@economicalrides Thanks mate for the fast reply, if i'm lucky i will try to order one like yours next january. Literally the same: fireball yellow with tinted screen. I was wondering if the motor guards are optional or recommended for a first time rider like me. Hope to see you on the roads near granada some day (if i'm not mistaken the roads in the video are around almeria)
Haha, indeed, Almeria it is 👍 You are probably the most local person to have ever commented on one of my videos, congratulations 😂 By January supply might be a bit better anyway. If you order the bike six weeks before you need it then I’m sure you’ll be fine ! Let me know how it goes. Regarding the engine guards, if you want to keep your bike pristine, I would go for the black ones with the plainest design, I don’t think they’ll ruin the looks at all. I did think about getting them myself because it can be precarious moving bikes about on the gravel I have around the house and in front of the garage. I finally decided that if I’m keeping this bike forever ( which I surely am ) then any slight damage should I drop it will just give the bike a nice patina. I’m going to try not to be too precious about how my bike looks, it’s there to be ridden. But as a beginner who is proud of their new bike, crash guards could be worth having. It’s all too easy to drop a bike and end up scratching expensive parts ☹️ Should that ever happen you’ll be glad you invested in crash bars for sure 👍 Take care and stay tuned, more videos planned for next week ! Cheers !
Nice, my identical one comes in 3 weeks, cannot wait! Did you have to pay full asking price for new seat or did they give you an allowance? Thanks for confirming what I had already thought about the bike, only difference, you are riding in what looks like heaven, sun and perfect tarmac compared to the 'adorable Isle of Man' today!
Yes I paid full price for everything, although I insisted that they fit the accessories for free. My dealer doesn’t do discounts nor free gifts. I didn’t even get a key ring with the key ! After I negotiated the trade-in price for my Honda up 900 EUR from his original offer, I think he decided that enough was enough 😛
For many years I lived in a part of Germany where it never seemed to stop raining and if it did, it was never at the weekend, so I feel your pain regarding lack of decent motorcycling weather ! One of the main draws of moving to Spain for me was the fact that I’d probably get out on the bikes more. We do have some amazing roads quite near to where I live and as you say, the road surface also tends to be pretty decent. You just have to keep your eyes out looking for little heaps of gravel mid-bend !
I’m sure you’ll love your Meteor too when you get it. I’m hoping you get a nice dry sunny day to pick it up !
Take care and thanks for commenting. All the best with your new bike too. Cheers 😛
Oh and in case you wanted to know whether they deducted something and kept the original seat, no to that too. I also have the original seat here, so if you get the touring seat you will probably have to pay full price but you will also be entitled to get the original seat too. So make sure you ask for it, no point in donating a free spare seat to the dealer ! I had to ask for mine by the way. My dealer didn’t offer the original seat to me but once I asked for it, they were happy enough to give it to me ;)
Nice video.
Thanks for that ! There will be more content soon and hopefully as I get the hang of things the quality should continue to improve. Cheers ! 👍
Can you please tell me something how it is when you ride uphill. Overtaking uphill or in what gear is when you go 5-6% uphill. In just three videos you give me info more than I find in houndred video on youtube. Finally my first (Iam 43 old) bike will be meteor. Thanks.
Hi Jokic, in my third video I do actually mention this, it's the video with the thumbnail "You guys are awesome...but my back is screwed".
In that video I mention that on mountain roads you can keep the bike in fourth gear pretty much all of the time. Maybe drop to third for a tight hairpin bend or second for a tight uphill hairpin bend.
Basically I view the bike as having four gears.
Fifth gear is an overdrive gear which is really only useful when the road is very straight.
As soon as you leave a straight road for something with more curves, you just use the first four gears and fourth gear is suitable for just about everything. I only need third or second gear exiting a very tight hairpin bend. If you can keep your speed above 60kmh in the bend, fourth gear pulls well, even up hill.
I hope this answers your question, if not, please get back to me !
Thank you for your kind words and thank you for visiting my channel. The Meteor is an excellent first bike and it will enable you to just relax and enjoy every ride.
Take care, stay safe and come back soon Jokic. Cheers !
@@economicalrides I saw your third video but I was interested in your impression. I like it for you sead for fourth gear. I would travel to the mountains often. I'm in no hurry and I'm just starting out on motorcycling. My dream since I was 7 years old. Here in Belgrade, the Meteor price jumps € 100 every month. is now € 4800. But I definitely opted for Meteor and RE. And I think it takes me 20 years 😎. Not a phrase you helped me more than all the clips I’ve watched on youtube. I'm still following. Best wishes and thanks.
@@JokicSlobodan Thanks for the compliment Jokic, it’s great to know that I am able to help people with my little videos !
Obviously I don’t know exactly the roads you will be riding but if they are like the ones in my videos then you will be mainly in fourth gear and occasionally in third gear. I wouldn’t bother going for fifth gear until you are back on the flat roads, the Meteor needs to be going pretty fast before it will pull fifth gear easily ( 70 kmh is about the slowest speed where fifth gear is comfortably in the power band ).
When I am riding the Meteor here, it’s almost like riding an automatic scooter really. Once I get up to fourth gear in the mountains I can pretty much leave it there and forget about shifting gears for a long time !
4800 EUR is a crazy price for a Meteor ! The Fireball should be 4095 EUR and the Supernova about 4300 EUR. How are the dealers trying to justify that price ? It sounds like they are ripping you off over there !
Anyway, good luck getting your Meteor and realising your lifelong dream 👍
Thanks again for your kind comments and for supporting my channel, which I really appreciate. If I can help you with anything else, please just ask.
Take care and come back soon Jokic. Cheers !
Hey buddy, new sub here, congratulations on the new bike. How’s the riding position for your legs?
Hi again. I only have a 30 inch inside leg but don’t really feel as if my feet are ahead of my knees at all. I would actually prefer my feet to be slightly more forward. I think the problem is the touring seat I have. It forces you to sit up to six centimetres further forward because its impossible to sit on the very back of the seat ( I have a video about that too ! ). Soon I will be fitting the standard seat and testing that and will report back upon whether or not it gives me more variation in riding positions. If it enables me to sit 1-2 inches further back, I think I might prefer that, although on a long ride the touring seat is bound to be more comfortable.
I just need to swap the seats and test the standard one before giving my final verdict, so stay tuned to the channel and you will hear my final verdict 👍
Thanks for your support, I really appreciate it WRM !
Take care, ride safely and come back back soon. Cheers. ER.
Royal Enfield is best
Well the last three new models they have released internationally have certainly found their market and have been highly praised by journalists and owners alike. The Himalayan, the Interceptor/Conti and now the Meteor are all excellent bikes and all represent excellent value in their respective segments.
If the build quality is as good as the competition ( it remains to be seen how durable my Meteor will be ! ) then they really will be one of the best manufacturers out there, I agree.
They seem to keep producing EXACTLY the type of bikes people want in their respective segments. They really are "knocking it out of the park" at the moment, so full credit to RE and their management.
Thanks for commenting LKP and I hope you enjoy my other videos. Cheers !
@@economicalrides yes I really like their continental GT 650 and yeah full support
beautiful... lol.. cast wheels on a poor excuse for a retro they could have at least given it spoke wheels. Poor build quality, slow ect..
Thank you for your wonderful comment, we all hope you are feeling a lot better now. Bye bye 👏
@@economicalrides you don't have to get all pissy can't handle the truth
@@Solo_adv 🥱
@@economicalrides well you're super intelligent. 🤣🤣🤣
better than cheap chinese bikes
To be fair, Chinese bikes are getting better and better. My only concern with Chinese bikes is the availability of spare parts after, let's say, five years or so. I'm not sure how long they will continue to support any one model, since they seem to bring out new models constantly.
I have no doubt that there are many very good and very economical Chinese motorcycles, I'm just not sure how long you would be able to keep one running for.
I know that Royal Enfield will support the Meteor for many years to come and that parts availability should be no problem. For me that was the deciding factor against any Chinese motorcycle because I was looking to purchase a new motorcycle to keep for many, many years.
Thanks for checking out my channel and commenting ! Cheers ! 👍🏻
which place is this...doesn't seem like it's in the UK as you're driving on the right side of the road
Blimey, this video is a blast from the past 😂
You are quite right, I don’t mention that I am in Spain in this particular video 😛
I’ve lived in Spain since 2006 and among other bikes have bought a Meteor 350 and Classic 350 here.
Loads of subsequent content on my TH-cam channel EconomicalRides if you are interested.
This was my second ever video I believe. I think things have improved a bit since then. Plenty of Meteor and Classic 350 videos on my channel.
I adore the Meteor, probably the best bike I’ve ever owned. Mine also now has a name, “Buddy”.
Thanks for dropping by IW123 🥃🥃
ER
@@economicalrides Great! Thank you!