2023 Royal Enfield Classic 350 - The Best Value Most Reliable Old School Style Bike On The Planet!
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- Interested in an old school style bike? Want the safelty features to go with it too. Then look no further than Royal Enfields Classic 350 in period style chrome trim.
This particular bike -the red/chrome -just oozes sex appeal and if a great looking ride your chasing -look no further as it will tick all the boxes in price-features-looks and most of all smiles per mile.
I've had my stealth black 350 for just over a week now. What a lovely bike, and I can honestly say I love everything about it and the way it rides!
Thanks for uploading the videos. Excellent content, and it's ones like these that influenced my purchase quite a lot, as I've hardly seen any negative reviews on any other channels either!
good tio hear. i have at least 100 clips in my files on the red/chrome and the halcyon grey. same bike different colour. should be some interesting stuff there
all the best!
Had my Halcyon Green for 15 months. Use it everyday for work and also done tours on it in temperatures from freezing to over 100 degrees…never skipped a beat.
thats why the new 350's are very hard to beat. great bike
I couldn't agree more, every now & then something comes along that is just right outa the box. this is it. I have the Bronze & chrome version, she's a beauty. Happy new year too.
great to hear. all the best for 2024
I scored my Chrome Bronze 350 about 2 months ago and have done just over 900kms and have been following your advice on running in. I changed the oil and filter at 600kms with no issues at all. I've done some small mods - touring seat is great....really comfortable. The original seat I think is comfortable but the touring seat takes the edge off the bumps in the road. As others have mentioned, it's great getting an Aussie perspective on the 350, and like you, I live in a country town and it was your reviews that sealed the deal for me to purchase my bike.
To change the subject a little, I'm really looking forward to seeing more info on the 650 Shotgun.
great to hear your enjoying the enfield ride experience. im sort of more into the sigles as i like the old world style looks of them. although earlier i did have 2 x 650 interceptors which were great bikes and possibly one of the smoothest rides out there.
Well done Warro. I am really interested to see what the oil looks like on the next change. Your observations and views are really appreciated, so keep the posting the vid's on the 350 Classic. Seeing the Aussie summer in all its glory keeps us going and looking forward to spring here in the U.K.
each time i changed the 350's early or say 500 klm the pan was pretty clean. this time i thought id run this bike to 1000 klm then decided now i will go 1500 might make it a neat 1000 miles or 1600 klm.
on the front engine bolt i clipped that rare earth magnet to the plug
the oil itself will no doubt be dirty but im sort of more intered is there metallic rubbish
i really expected some-one to say -you'll lose your warranty doing this. don't care if i stuff it up -just buy another bike...lol not hard to do plenty at the dealers.
now the big question is - would i have done that to a new 500 -not that stupid...lol
Sometimes it’s more about quality than quantity. Your channel definitely comes under the quality banner mate.
well i try...lol some days good and other not so but i try...lol
You always have great content. Hopefully you can get more viewers. Happy holidays From newfoundland canada
thanks and appreciated
Always enjoy your videos, Warro. Recently bought a Classic 350 Halcyon Green thanks to watching you and a few riders like you in the UK. There is nothing like getting an Australian perspective. It's a lovely bike, and they certainly draw comments. Cheers.
yep so true! i did 100 klm on this red one today and pulled up at a set of lights and actually saw the council worker get up off the ground to take a better look.
I have exactly the same experience with my 2022 red/chrome Classic. Great bikes.
Good to hear!
Hey Brother. It's been a while. Your vids don't show up in my feed anymore. You got a Chromie? Nice. Please don't take it off road now😂 I just wanted to let ya know I just got my Hitchcock's cam installed and Man did it make a nice difference. Really pulls hard from the midrange. 3rd gear pulls well up to 60 mph. no problem and hitting the freeway at 65-70mph is a breeze. Plus the sound is just exquisit. Revs much easier with no jolting on the way up the clock. Had the dealer install it but wanted to have them see it and maybe recommend it. Plus a guaranty I guess. I know you said you don't want to muck with the bikes anymore but I'll tell ya I think I just made me a J-Series 500 power wise. Cam added 5+ hp to the wheel. It's a real hot rod now.
Anyways have yourself a Merry Christmas 🎄
great to hear and for some reason views on the channel are down quite a bit...lol no i have not been off road on the red/chrome maybe turned around on a dirt patch but not seriously off road riding.
cam idea sounds good and i may one day go down that track myself
all the best for xmas too
Another great post Warro. I have a chrome/red on order and your enthusiasm for the Classic 350 is one the reasons.
cant see any real issues buying one of these bikes. not crash hot on the hills but ive mentioned that quite a few times. apart from that a very nice looking and great bike to ride.
just ordered the cam kit from hitchcocks to try out. may help me pull the hilly country where i live better
@@ridewithwarro Thanks mate, I'd be interested to hear how the cam kit goes. I've bookmarked your tips for running in and will be following that.
I’ve bought 2. only 6k ride away in Thailand a black Halycon and a Chrome red. Absolutely love em.
I’m enjoying your posts Warro
thanks....and good price on the bikes too. great bikes to ride and look the part too
Got one on your recommendation and great videos - loved every minute on our British back roads.
they are hard to beat in the looks side and a big plus in the feel good side of riding. very hard to get a bike these days which does both on a budget price too
Yep - all the character and reasoning of the original concept (low stroke/plodding/loads of low down torque/fantastic fuel economy/low purchase price & running costs) fun/straightforward ride characteristics do everything bike as long as you don't expect to do loads of motorway ridding - but who wants to do that (not me) - and as you have said - the build quality and all round tactile feel is excellent - just could do with some of your weather !! - although some of the winter/autumn moorland rides where I am in Yorkshire can be fabulous (really enjoy your channel btw)@@ridewithwarro
RE must be on to something good since Honda wants to copy their 350. Great tutorial and content 👌
Thanks! 👍
Great content Warro and your videos helped me to decide to get a used Signals 350. A very satisfying motorcycle to own and ride. Enjoy your 350’s 😊
Great to hear! cant go wrong with any of the 350's on the "J" platform motor. just very good bikes and enjoyable to ride
I ALWAYS ENJOY YOU'RE CHANNEL WARRO, I LIKE THE BIKES, THE CRACK, AND THE LOCATIONS. KEEP IT UP MATE😊
thanks and great to hear. all the best for xmax. more tracks to come too
Hi Warren, i love your content. I am torn between buying the classic or the interceptor could you give me your opinion on the interceptor? I love the look and maybe the extra power but i am an older rider now and just want to cruise. The interceptor is also alot more expensive. Oh im stuck 😮 want of each and a himalayan but cant afford it 😅. Anyway love your work and i lean towards the classic beacuse there isnt a bad review for them.
first off ive had 2 interceptors so know them well. heres the best way to sum it up. if you wanted to get out and do distance runs say 200 klm or more -the interceptor would do it and do it very easy. run over most hills in top gear and handle virtually what you can throw at it.
on the other hand i think the classic 350 as a single has more appeal and character. will run along at 60 mph but doesnt really like the hills much.
but for just the feel good ride factor the classic 350 is a very hard bike to beat and always rewards you with its sheer draw power alone
either bike would be great but i always felt better riding the classic 350
its easily the pick of the 350 singles
Same as the UK warro, chrome interceptor is around £500 more but you can buy any chrome tank from India for £300,dealers are out to make a killing on people's preference, great video mate, love the red and white chrome 🇬🇧🏍🙂
after a while the red/chrome sort of grows on you. must be ok as surprisingly it scores quite a few looks.
back in 2022 i almost bought the brown/chrome version but thought maybe not up to the dirt road riding as good as a solid colour.
apart from that it runs well so all good there
Please keep the 500 series going - it is likely to turn out to be the best maintenance and tips resource on the web. It really is a pity that other viewers are too lazy to give them a thumbs up. Love the 350 videos too but when I tried out a 350, somehow it didn't seem to fit me as well as the old 500 Classic EFI, so I don't own one (yet?!?).
i never noticed that much difference between them apart from the bit of extra power. now and again i ride the honda grom and i do notice a difference there...lol
on the thumbs up side. if the info is bad and not worth knowing then i'd see no reason to give a thumbs up BUT if its worth knowing and helpful and no co-opperation -its just total jealousy OR they don't want to hear about it
The red/chrome's certainly a nice-looking bike, Warro! Regards the apparant lack of interest in the 500 channel, if it were me, I'd leave it up, even if you decide to stop doing any further videos on the subject. Reason for that is that people might buy one and then start looking for hints and tips, as I've done with my recently-bought '05 Moto Guzzi Breva 750. The folks who've put useful tips up now have me as a subscriber.
i actually said id do 5 clips so another one coming out shortly. i have not got to the serious side of the help and fixes as it was originally listed to do 30 clips.
pretty stupid those 500 owners to miserable to give it a thumbs up. i dont care as i dont have one but one day they will wish they had...lol
Beautiful bikes, I am trying to decide between a used 500 or a new 350 classic. After this the 350 seems promising. Keep the videos coming and rubber side down.
lets say this. when i knew the 500's were dead i could have easily bought 3 brand new bikes at retail price for cash and stored them and rode one at a time BUT instead i purchased the new 350 and although down on power -it is easily the better bike. not just here and there but in all areas.
Good video. Regarding the 500 video. You may have done yourself a disservice by promoting the 350 so much 😉. Looking forward to the next one.
yeah the trouble is i had 15 of them so know them very well. the 350 is a really good trouble free bike
Warro, great to see a new clip that isn't a 500 tip! I'm done with those UCE models after buying a new 350 UCE and 500 trials in 2020. You asked for content comments, so here goes: 1. More Vespa please. I bought a new old stock 2021 Sprint 150 and am enjoying it very much for round town rides. Would have loved the 300 like yours, but maintenance looks a real pain on the water cooled models. 2. Interested in the 400 Triumphs, but after watching a gazillion Indian reviews, it looks like quality is not up to scratch and vibes will make using all that 40hp unpleasant. 3. Always keen to see more reborn 350 content. And I'd really like to see the rest of that overnight camping trip series you started!!! 4. Last but not least, very interested in that Honda GB 350, finally released in Oz. May buy one. Clicked on the 'take a test ride' link on the website, but doubt if the dealer will allow it! Indian clips on the whole seem to favour it over the reborns. Wish you were getting one to test! All the best for the season...
1. i must admit the vespa side of the ride is well worth the experience indeed. pretty happy with it and plan to do more clips as i approach the 2,000 klm mark. next year i want to fit a screen and maybe front and rear racks too.
2.triumph will be interesting and i will either like it or someone will buy a cheap triumph....lol time will tell there but im owned some pretty buzzy bikes like some of the 500's/cb500x's and crf300l plus that little kawasaki klx150 shook a fair bit too. very vibey that one. so i will have a very good idea if its like they say or worse
3.i expect to upload more on the classic 350 as its my favourite bike but that vespa runs extremely close and way more power too. vespa runs as good as a stock 500 classic maybe quicker.
4. well i had plans to buy a gb350 and was complaing to the wife about the poor response to my clips. she said no im not buying you a bike for xmas but i will buy you a watch. so not being stupid i settled for a rolex...lol
next year i can get a bike anytime but i really dont like the colours we have been offered here. both matte black and a blue. i'd have to buy and then re-paint...lol although the gb350 looks ok i still think its a long way in the looks dept behind a classic 350 but who knows it may be a better ride.
Thanks for the detailed reply! My thoughts on RE reborn vs Honda GB350 (to be confirmed!!!): 1. RE looks way better, but Honda is not toooo bad a looker. I can live with it. 2. Honda lighter and apparently cruises slightly faster. 3. Lack of dealers apparently is holding back Honda sales in India. But in Oz, if your RE breaks down in the bush, you are on your own; whereas with Honda, help or parts should be not far away.
But it's mostly the weight that puts me off the RE. Too top heavy, just like the UCE models (and the Interceptor is even worse).
I really like the look of the Himalayan 450, but it's also going to be too heavy for me. Pity!
@@ridewithwarro
@@andrewgreen6060 lets say i would not be too keen to take a 500 off road but the 350 is very reliable and i take it everywhere.
some places i go no phone receiption and never had any issues.
but like i said in 2024 i may try the honda after i see how this triumph goes.
no shortage of honda outlets here and nearest enfield dealer is 500 klm round trip. same too triumph.
honda dealer 3 klm away....lol
you could try a grom. i have the latest version 5 speed and it runs pretty well and 5 speed too
@@ridewithwarro Ha ha! But I reckon the CB 125 F was the duck's nuts... but you sold it!
My XT250 and Vespa 150 will have to do for now.
@@andrewgreen6060 yeah its only local there so if i ever require another one i can just get it pretty easy. well providing its in stock but he usually carries a few of them.
the trouble really is the more bikes you have the harder it is to ride them.
not that many like vespas and once i too thought they were heavily overpriced but i got one and now know they are really pretty good machines.
xt250 had one of those in blue. nice bike ran well so i think you have things pretty well covered
Great to hear you are getting good hits on the Red/Chrome , Even though we know that the Halcyon Grey and Bronze/Chrome "Paddingtons" are the fastest colours...!! 😂😂😊
Thank you for all your video efforts in 2023 , Looking forward to see what 2024 brings.
Perhaps a Halcyon Grey Classic 650🤞🤞🙏
Ride safe Warro and have a wonderful Christmas and New Year.🎄🥳🎅
Fingers crossed!
I love old school since I bought my first RE a couple of years ago.. I bought one of the last Classic 500 (Desert Storm).. It has electric start but I always kick start it as it seems more "authentic" .. Anyhoo...
great to hear. interesting rides the 500's
I enjoy your videos and always leave a like, please don't give up Warro. Happy Christmas, Edward.
Thanks, you too!
I always follow your RE Classic 350 and 500 content
great to hear and more to come
Looking to hear how that oil change comes out. You surprised me with that decision since you have been adament about properly breaking in the engine.
ive now had 4 of these new "J" platform motors. every time ive changed the oil at 500 -totally clean and like when i did the honda cb500x or crf300l oil changes.
so some-one has to try it out and it might as well be me...lol
besides if i stuff it its back to the dealer and buy another one in a different colour BUT i am very confident that these motors are that good ...i will run it to 1600 klm/1000 miles.
would i do it to a 500. not a good idea there!
forgot to ment i am also running that rare earthg magnet on the front sump plug too
If they came out with a larger motor that made 40-50 hp they would not be able to keep them in stores.
thats why i bought the new triumph x400 so with 40hp on tap i plan to do a few longer runs to different locations and try new roads. well thats the plan
Im guessing we will see a 650 twin classic soon. I'd like to see the 450 sherpa engine in a classic, but I'd probably miss the long stroke thump
@@shevgreen1960 mostlikely ...enfield is thinking all ways they can milk the system...lol
And if they did come out with the set, it would miss the whole point of the bike. It's fine the way it is.
Some brisk walking! Nice red chrome :)
was pretty quick on the walk side. just getting away from that toilet area...lol
due to some changes in the industry in aus chrome plating is getting very expensive.
doesn't appear to be many chrome platers around either
Hopefully the Triumph videos prove popular. Seem to be a lot of people interested in the bikes.
i have numerous dirt roads here in hilly country which would be too hard and far to take the enfields i could but i need more hill power.
i may order the triumph fitted with outright best off road dirt mud tyres. spoke to the dealer about that side yesterday.
only issue i dont know what tyres to buy and its wheel size is 17/19
id like to ride through the mud not actually land in the mud...lol
Hi Warro could you do an in-depth clip on that Vespa .
i will shortly. its a great scooter with good power and runs extremely well. put close on 2000 klm on it now
Hi Warro, RE should give you a few loan bikes rather than you forking out the dollar’s every time. Maybe some of the new 650 models would be a good place for RE to start. Cheers
most of the bikes i bought in just for the channel content BUT huge amount of money lost and very disappointing view and appreciation likes.
anyway triumph will be here shortly according to the dealer today.
looking foreward to trying that out in the local bush. hope to do a few adventure rides on that one
@@stephenhadley2490 i actually got one of those too. plus they said something about a welcome pack they plan to send out. not got it as yet
HONDA GB350 got released in Australia this week, I assume Honda trying to take sales away from RE 350's. It's 8k on the road. Very similar specs, 6k servicing and valve checks every 6k. Air cooled single, 20.8hp. Released with only 2 muted colours, both mat finish.
Yes , I saw one Sat` just gone in a dealer.Good looking bike just a shame the colours suck , At least to my taste , And the instrumentation cluster does nothing for me at all.
Honda need to redo the GB500 , That would be a winner.
yeah well all i can say is if i had better co-opperation from the viewers id bought one just to test it out. i actually thought about it and looked over my past 10 clips from both channels and thought ..stuff that ive wasted enough money buying 68 new bikes...lol
so i told the wife i'd like a rolex watch for xmas and the deal done...lol
plus the honda was a lot cheaper too.
keep it up Warro, your reviews and tutorials are greatly appreciated, maybe we can ride together one day, cheers
bit hot at the moment but on this ride if i had not been careful...may have been my last. i will put up a clip on what happened on the run shortly
I think those 500 clips will be appreciated and age well as a maintenance resource for 500 owners...a good service Warro...how's the ear?
Yes , I agree entirely.👍👍
I wonder if Warro's Red Chrome has a Thum 👍 print on chrome tank😁😆😂🤣.
Now , Now , "R.R"., Be a good boy and play nice , Its Christmas after all...... 🤣😂@@ruahinesrider
@@LifetimeBiker 👍 print😁😆😂😂.
eh.....lol ear wise i gotta go back early next month as they now want to take a larger sample from the same spot. not in a hurry or should i say they weren't as they booked me one month ahead.
i dont know why they never took a good sample hit to start with. not as if im concerned how my ear looks at 71...
i couldcare less if they took half of it...lol
you managed to miss those huge floods they just has in Australia...?
lucky for me -that was way up north.more subject to the odd drought conditions where i live ....and its raining now...lol
all the best!
I’m guilty of watching and only sometimes giving a thumbs up ( just being lazy ).Not being up to speed myself as to the importance of this and what it actually does for peoples channels ? I would like to know if there are any forums for Enfield modifications ? Would love to know if anyone has successfully put an engine out of a Himalayan (if possible) into a classic 350.
never heard of or ever seen that done. if you wanted a bit of extra power you could go cam/exhuast filter mod. not a very big $$ outlay and they say -or the tubers do- the bike runs well
Good on ya Warro.
Looking forward to seeing the Triumph 400x Warro.
I always put a thumbs 👍 it's not hard to do.
thanks and true and very easy to do too. even if i dont like the presenter but his idea is good i still give him a thumbs up.
so my guess is only 80% dislike my efforts...lol and very lucky we are not watching their content as there would be none...lol
by the way im thinking of having better off road tyres fitted to the triumph so its ready to roll dirt right from pickup. its wheel combo are 17/19
just not sure which tyres to go for with dirt roads and muddy tracks
@@ridewithwarro Something like 60/40 Tyre's maybe like 60% town & 40% country.
@@ruahinesrider yeah i have to look into it as i can have them fitted by the dealer prior to the pick up. i think they would be worth the effort there
@@ridewithwarro They probably come stock with 80/20 like 80% town 20% country & only good for gravel (shingle) roads & be rounded edged.The 60/40 40% country tyre's be alot better for what you do gravel & dirt & Rocky roads & tracks.Go anymore than 60/40 like 60% town 40% country they'll wear down faster on the roads riding in town & to & from the country.
If they come stock 70% town & 30% country you could try 50/50 which will be sticky on the road & be squared edged for maximum grip but turn in on corners be affected but in a 400cc bike be ok & you'll get use to it.
Do some research Warro into tyre's like squared edged tyre's versus round edged tyre's & try & find a balance that suits you.
If you plan to be riding out on the country gravel roads & rough tracks & puddles & mud a square edged tyre be better more grip.If just going to ride in the dry a 60/40 40% country with rounded edged tyre's be the one & won't affect tip into corners on spirited riding on the road but I don't think 🤔 you ride like that.
The secret is trying to find a balance between town & country riding & trying to get a tyre that might be chunky but not to squared off on the tread for 60% town & 40% country which is a great balance for doing alot off road riding.
Also find out what tyre's are stock on the Scrambler as they will be designed for mainly road riding duties with a little dry conditions gravel road riding & hard dry dirt & be rounded edged & probably 80% town 20% country.I would look into the 60/40 town & country for you Warro that'll handle most conditions & even mud & puddles & tyre tread will be slightly rounded.You do alot of off roading too so 60/40 be good.
If you go 50/50 you won't have any problems with grip off road but will feel sticky in the road & can't ride hard out round corners cause bike doesn't tip in as good.I think 🤔 the X400 had alloy rims doesn't it which will make fixing flats etc easier with a mini air compressor you carry on bike.
Hey Warro you know Australia rips off its consumers. Bikes, parts & rego. How much for the new Himalayan 450? Shitloads.
Edit: always happy to hear your thoughts about anything Royal Enfield , old or new! The red/chrome is certainly a looker😉
gets a lot of attention that bike...i really dont know why. although i did have 2 black/chrome 500's and they really looked the part.
spoke to the dealer today. triumph x400 may arrive in shops end of month and if not first week in jan.
i just rang to confirm no mistake and i get the green x400
i may do a trye upgrade prior to pickup. 17/19 combo
i need a good tyres for dirt and muddy tracks not sure what to get...in fact no idea as of yet
Hi ya Warro,, have a great day. 😊😊😊😊🇬🇧👍🏻
You too! all the best!
A slime tube video warro,
maybe. i think i could manage that
@@ridewithwarro good stuff
Oi! Warro! How many bloody Classic 350's do you own now? 😂
Not enough 😀
lol i must admit ive had a few over the years mainly 500 but ive always liked enfields. they might not have liked me or some never but i always enjoyed the ride experience
Good to see you back bud, I would have one of these bikes in an instant, but as I could not afford it will just stick with my trusty CB500X.
Fair enough! i had a few good rides on a cb500x