Very accurate review. I love mine. Had it shipped from Toronto to Atlantic Canada. I'm 62 , riding for 50 years. Hoping to ride this one for another 50 ! Nice work.
So nice to see a comment at the top from a veteran rider! I'm 68, bought my first bike the day I turned 15-1/2 in Santa Barbara, CA, and have owned Hondas, Triumphs, a BSA, an HD, and a Victory Kingpin. I can't wait to get an RE Meteor (demand is so great!) - and my point is that this is *not* at all a "first bike" for those like us, but rather, a perfect way to downsize from our "big dog" bikes and still have fun on the road. I guess it's just a blind spot for all these younger reviewers that they keep calling this a "beginner's bike"!
@@petehealy9819 Nice comment. Have had many myself. Currently 6. Haven't ridden my RT1100 since receiving my Meteor. Is a joy to ride. Is always wise to work up from smaller cc. (as is any trade) These reviewers are young and strong and think they will stay so. Keep riding, keep smiling, and keep that right hand cranked.
@@petehealy9819 I guess the Germans aren’t that keen on RE bikes (or maybe I just got lucky!). I took a test ride a week ago Monday, told them I wanted the Stellar Black, they had it in stock and I picked it up last Friday…complete with registration & tag. Amazon couldn’t have done it better 🤣
I met a 72yr old who had one and "in the flesh" its a beautiful looking bike. Build quality is a step up from my Interceptor. I want one. Great review 👏
Royal Enfield has really worked hard over the past few years to improve the fit and finish of their bikes. It' really quite attractive. And It's the kind of bike that begs you to find an excuse to ride it.
I picked up my Supernova on 5th November it's ready for its 1st service its sharing garage space with my Himalayan both are excellent machines The meteor is the most comfortable bike I've ever owned and I've had a few in my 55 years of riding, it's exceptionally well balanced machine handles beautifully the gearbox is very precise and the fueling is spot on Concidering the purchase price its exceptionally well made with some details you would only find on significantly more expensive machines RE have another winner on there hands
@@markpulling12 prior to the Himalayan and Meteor I ran a interceptor for 2 years so both the single cylinder bikes were a step down in power If I have a negative opinion of the Himalayan and Meteor it's they should be 500cc
Had my Meteor since July and have racked up over 2000 miles. Brilliant bike, so comfortable. It does have motorway capability and the engine feels a lot smoother when full run in at about 1300 miles, I did a 40 mile run on the motorway at a constant 70mph and managed to maintain this speed evrn on the inclines. Yes it feels a little buzzy but certainly not strained or stressed. It does require dealer maintenance at 3000 miles in the UK although the oil isn't changed until its 6000 service. For any doubters about the Meteor, ignore the performance figures and go try one. If you get the Enfield ethos you'll enjoy the Meteor, it really is a great bike! Great video by the way. Same colour as mine! 😂👍
Mark is a first class reviewer of all motorcycles. Straight to the point and no flim flam. An honest review of the RE Meteor and encouraging me to give serious thought to acquiring one of these!
I had a good look at a Meteor 350 at the bike show in Birmingham on Tuesday and was really impressed with it, and blown away at how cheap they are. Most comfortable seat I've ever sat upon on a bike.
Mark, been riding for 60 plus yrs. Harleys etc .Soon as I saw and rode this bike, RE Supernova Copper Coloured 2021, it was love at first sight .A top notch marvellous machine. Say no more! FGM
Hi Mark, picking up my Meteor Supernova in blue this weekend. There is a real sense of appeal with these bikes. A bad accident made me rethink what to invest in and watching your reviews, along with a few other top blokes, I’m looking forward to cruising about. Keep up the good work. All the best.
I think the Stella looks nice tan the Supernova in that the fenders are colour matched to the tank and side panels. The Supernova does come with two-tone Alloys which sets it apart from all the previous models
Finally someone showing us the power and giving us a realistic expectation. I've determined from this video that this bike has plenty of power for me and will be very enjoyable for what I want to do. I just wanna cruise and look good and feel comfortable and this bike is perfectly good for all of that. The price and quality of the bike is just unheard of and that is a major factor drawing me in. I can buy this brand new without breaking the bank at all. I may eventually get a 2nd bike like an Indian Scout 60 for when I wanna go longer highway trips but the Meteor is perfect as my local chill bike.
Many thanks for the comment...yes these are fabulous bikes... perfect just for pottering about on with that wonderful smooth single engine Best wishes mark
Well Mark! I got ahold of a local RE dealer and set one of these aside for summer time here in the next few months. I decided on the Fireball Yellow and going to have the dealer install the smoke flyscreen, bar end mirrors and a Hexagon Engine guard. Thanks for always putting out great info and quality content. As my first bike, with some inspiration of your RE content and doing forum research. A garage full of RE’s is the goal! One for commuting, something for the lady and I, and a tractor with two wheels. Besides a track bike, there’ll be nothing to need. Cheers mate
I recently bought a Kawasaki W-175 here in Thailand. It's a 5 speed with counter balancer making it silky smooth. Almost exact concept of the Royal Enfield here. Huge gas tank, beautiful to look at, all day comfort and monkey simple to maintain. The only limitation is about a 90 kph top cruising speed. No problem on most back roads but I'm forced to the scooter lane on fast interstates. I'm almost certain my next bike will be a RE 350. The W-175 will go to my wife!
I've got a Matt black stellar and I've had a small screen and also belly pan fitted lovely little bike my mate is getting one as well we live on the edge of the lake district can't wait for the better weather
A very easy bike to ride, when I picked mine up I dropped the clutch forgetting to rev, I expected it to stall and it just pulled away, made me look good. That's it, it makes you look good asthetically too. Perfect for me and the missus. You review sounds right.
Having not ridden a bike for over 25 years, I’m currently working on getting my licence and hoping to get one of these little gems. I’m a young 63 years and not interested in speed so this looks like the perfect bike!
Just bought same bike adding Givi racks and boxes great fit also large Givi Screen mega improvement , same colour bike has sump guard crash bars ready to go in a few days looks great bought with 180 miles ex demo upgraded pegs . Ready to go great review All Givi kits fits well and big improvement over standard fittings .
You know, too few people talk about how perfect those clocks are. They really add a lot of character to a bike already very full of character. Still pining for the perfect one...
Had my 350cc meteor now 3 weeks covered some 550 miles, and love it , was a little worried that the power would be to low ( have one triumph speedmaster 1200cc in my garage so alot more power ) but really happy with the performance really good, handles excellent, the finish on the bike also excellent, really don't know how they do it for the money, all round brilliant bike.
Hi Mark, As always I enjoy your videos and reading all the various comment of your subscribers. Previously I was looking at the Yamaha xsr 125 ( It has a sort of retro look about it ) but in my heart, these Royal Enfield meteor 350's are truly the (smaller ) real deal of cruiser retro's. I have put a deposit down on one today ( Stella Ruby Red colour ) make get it in about 3-4 weeks time ...... Keep up the good work Mark, your biking experience is invaluable
It seems slow, but I had a Honda Ascot 500 back in the day, that simply did not want to go any faster than 75mph. This bike takes me straight back to that one.
Awesome bike, just view this meteor 350 at local dealer in NZ this afternoon, this review really help me to make my decision to buy it,Royal Enfield, here I come!!
Nice hip intro tune. I reckon RE ought to put this excellent engine in the Himalayan and attract the lower tax.I wonder what is behind the side panels and seat, toolkit maybe ?
Very nice review. Pick up my Meteor tomorrow, 7-22-22. Can't wait. This will be my 5th bike. All others were bigger and heavier. Looking forward to a lighter get around town ride. Happy Trails everyone.
@@belal3 I love the bike. It's quick fast it's agile it does everything you need to do except for one thing it's not fast enough I can't go on the highway. I'm used to riding 750's either cruiser or late 70s kawasaki kz. I did want to downsize a little, turned 65 this year. Comfortable too. Tripper is useless to me. Would much rather have a tach. I'll give it 8.5 out of ten .
@@edanalog thanks for the reply, I'll be buying my first bike in a few days and my choices are down to brand new RE 350 meteor or Harley Davidson sportser 1200 (2019 / milage 10k) the thing is my daily commute is 25 kilometer high way so I'm really not sure what to get
@@belal3 If you have to ride the highway at 60 mph or more the 350 really is a push. That would max out the bikes speed. I hope whatever you have decided it works out for you.
I don't even have bike license but damn this bike looks inviting to ride! I always loved these classical looking bikes, fitted with modern technology and still gets excellent fuel consumption. I maybe 25 years old but this is better looking than any modern looking bike ive seen. I ain't really looking for speed so I would probably get this one if I had bike license.
i dont think those people have come to see the sea at poole = but they may have turned up to see that lovely navy blue paint job which is enough to sell the bike alone ;;;
At 4:49 looking at the clocks and the bars, those two black covers on the top of the forks should be removed as they are just shipping protection, unless its a fireball variant, in which case you might want to keep em as it looks better with the all Black theme on the bike 😊
Watching you push this thru lovely British two laners, I'm thinking 'could RE have any better advertisement for the Meteor?' I mean, these really make me yearn to go for a ride!
Man, that bike is freakin' GORGEOUS! Though I have a Fireball Yellow Meteor, that Stellar Blue is growing on me; I'm half tempted to get one in Stellar Blue... :)
I'm surprised that I find the bike attractive. It's a good-looking machine. Seems like the rider pegs are a bit far forward. I know it's not about performance, but any feel for how it would respond if you pushed it thru some twisties? Thanks, Mark!
I find it very odd about the service intervals.. Here in the US. They recommend the first service at 300 miles!. Oil change and checking the valve clearance!. I have evevn been told that the intake valves are set at the factory on the tight side, and should be checked regardless!.This also goes for the Himalayan and Scram 411cc models too!..
Nice review Mark :-) It's kinda crazy with the laws on 125's and this at that price and both getting more or less the same speed...Hope your good mate and have a good weekend :-)
Years and years ago i had a honda varadero 125, huge for a 125 v-twin 15hp, would do 70/75 but it's all in the lower end torque with the Enfields, 27nm @ 4000 rpm (the 125 had 10nm @ 8500rpm (huge difference)) really isn't bad at all and would make cruising the back roads bliss!
Started watching a lot of your reviews Mark, probably why I'm ten months late . Very professionally done and I'm becoming a bit of a royal enfield fan due to you!👍
Thanks for this review, Mark. I've bought a Meteor on the strength of it from Groombridge in Sussex. Looking forward to taking delivery next Wednesday.
And they sell an after market seat that shaves another 10mm off the height, 755, has to be one of the lowest about. Only downside is the lack of dealers, to get to one during the 3 year warranty for servicing becomes a logistical nightmare and I live in Surrey but it's so simple you could see it lasting for ever or at least as long as we're allowed to buy petrol.
Great review Mark.again!I do prefer the ‘classic though but not yet available in Canada.if not for the riding position alone.here’s hoping it comes this way.
Gets passed on the motorway all the time. Gets passed in town leaving traffic signals. If I wanted a Royal Enfield, I'm afraid I will need to go with a 650 Interceptor. Here's hoping that Kawasaki comes out with a Z400RS next year.
Did you find yourself looking at the gear indicator, when shifting? I did, the shift up was so smooth, I couldn't hear the shift. My Harley Davidson Road King has that distinctive "clunk ", when up or down shifting. Cheers. 🙂 🏍
Hi Mark, Watching your reviews and other riders' comments on the Royal Enfield meteor 350 stellar, I order one and hopefully pick it up in a couple of days. Thank you for your honest reviews.
Great video Mark… I am considering this bike once I have passed my mod 1 & 2 … I am wanting to do some touring … nc500 for example - do you think this bike is upto it? Thanks in advance 👍
Hi Jennifer ...the NC 500 ..is an awesome route I've heard very technical , especially apple cross,it's not a fast route at all ,so this bike I would think would be very good ...it's top speed is only 70 mph ish so factor this in if you have to do a lot of motorway riding as it'll be flat out ,but stick to A roads and you'll be fine ,I love this bike and will probably get one in the future,other bikes to consider for you are rebel 500 , Vulcan 650 ,etc which have a better cruising ability but if you know that 60 mph cruising is all you need then the meteor will be perfect Good luck ....mark
Have a good trip just be careful Scotland does love its speed came and the speed awareness course Isn't a thing so its a fine from the get go. Bit of shame really that they do that but good riding, or driving too
Great review thank you very much, wish there was a dealer hear on the island. ( PEI Canada ) Had the 500 cc bullet and loved it, to bad they did not stick with the kick start. used mine more than the elect. one. I also had the steel saddle bags witch were nice to have. It was the army green one. again thanks for the great video.
66+ love mine. 11 motorcycles in the past from 1994 to 2021. Great sound, comfortable and FUN. DID I say Fun. Dont misunderstand, it is not a speed demon Get a DUCATI, triumph or Husqvarna For going fast. This is not for you. Did I mention FUN
Another interesting video TAYM, your still sounding a bit under the weather, Wow some lovely old bikes there very nice. That looks a great Dealership , not many like that now , nice to see they are selling so many Royal Enfields. When you get home you get your feet up with something hot to drink, Mrs TAYM might even clean the Suzuki for you.😂😂😂
@@markpulling12 sorry Mark, just watching you on the 350 Meteor, and sent the message to TAYM from my Phone while watching TH-cam on tv. I enjoyed your reviews of the meteor so much I bought one last year. Thanks
I honestly think that this motorbike looks absolutely fantastic, they sound really good, they are really comfortable. I honestly think that if they had a little bit more power, even if it was just another 10bhp, they would be perfect.
@@bruisingSpartan wait a few days then you will see that. I mean in 2023 launch this bike royal Enfield meteor 650😊. You will see vedio of enfeld 650. Search on youtube
Excellent review apart from a whole minute of dire music. I would think that the more frequent service intervals in India are to do with the heat and dusty conditions. No rev counter. I much prefer the basic one in orange. No rear seat or silly little backrest. But I couldn't get on with where the foot pegs are or the heal/toe gearchange. I think I'll stick to the 390. Haha! Edit: very attractive-looking engine. Forgot to say.
As you have tested quite a few bikes from each, in your opinion who as the edge in terms of quality, value for money etc, between the Chinese and Indian made bikes?
Hi Dean I'd say the royal enfields just win for the £4/5k price tag they are very good ,1000s sold worldwide and a good dependable reputation ...the Chinese ones like Benelli etc are a close second though :) Best regards mark
Hi Rob ...no sorry ,it's not really suitable for that with its road tyres and low ground clearance ,but I'm sure you could take it down a light gravel track if you had to Cheers mark
@@davebarclay4429 Hi Dave. Good point, although I intend to do most of my riding on tarmac, but I live about 4km up quite a rough track. What I probably need for the Meteor are 70/30 tyres to replace the standard issue ones.
That engine is BS6 complained which is equivalent to EURO6 norms, India skipped BS5 which is equivalent to EURO5 . Services interval is less in India because it use Mineral Engine oil in indian variant.
Ok that's strange because I got that from the royal enfield website ... thanks for letting me know :) I did actually speak to an re dealer myself a few months about this and he agreed it is 6000 miles BUT they and most other dealers recommend a 3000 mile check like you said . ...it doesn't hurt to change the oil more frequently anyway it's only a couple of litres of oil and a check ...quite a cheap service I would say Regards mark bikeadvice.in/meteor-350-service-interval-launched-uk/amp/ maintenanceschedule.net/royal-enfield-meteor-350-maintenance/
I did a test on this Friday pleasantly surprised…but..I am looking at the Rebel. And the Vulcan 650..I know mark you rode them too..what would you choose if you had these choices..🤔 hard my first bigger bike ..🤷♂️
Hi Terry I'd go for the classic but then I've been riding for 35 years so it would suit me now but as you are new to biking I'd go for the extra power of the other two .....if mega economy is important to you get the rebel as it does 80 mpg Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 Looking forward to see your review with the new cb500x 2022!! The Meteor is a lovely bike but for my 1,84cm high and 115kg maybe little bit small!? Cheers mate ✌️
Hi Russell...it's quite a small passenger seat but it would be ok for an hour or so... performance would suffer a bit but it should still do 60 mph ish cheers mark
Nice unbiased reviews. It would be great to see a review of both the RE Meteor and the Benelli Imperiale if you could get a friend to go along with you for roll on speed testing, acceleration etc. The new RE 350 Classic is due very soon too so maybe a 3 way test....
I'm thinking if the difference in roll on performance would swing your decision from an Indian built bike with 120 years of heritage to a Chinese bike with none , I think neither bike would suit you and you would be better off with Yamaha Sr400 or an Excellent condition XS650..Somehow the Royal Enfield have become iconic machines without real bike- performance ! If you are looking for performance you need to look elsewhere..if you embrace the slow speed characterful engine and lazy grunty power delivery and ride the slow speed torque then the heritage of the Enfield should swing your vote and more so with the classic on the way ..cheers..exceptional review as always Mark!!
@@stevied6286 I think you are wrong saying Benelli has no experience they are approx 100 years old and all engineering still done in Italy. Im not sure acceleration would swing my decision as i want one to plod around on but power delivery is still important. Ive hot a 1200 scrambler for scrsthching my soeed itch...
@@andrewturner4728 I understand what u are saying Andrew but if you look at the bikes that benelli produced in larger numbers before they went bust the 400 imperiale just trades on the name with I'm guessing a Chinese designed engine not that that is inherently bad cos they are producing quality stuff..I'm just thinking that any difference between the benellis 19hp 400cc and the meteors 20Hp 350 is going to be so marginal that as to not make a noticeable difference in real world riding personally I'd go for the heritage of the RE ..now if the benelli had a 350 v twin then ........
How is this vs the classic? Seen some indian reviews saying this is the better to live with and do love to look of the supernova brown but torn between that and the halcyon grey classic
Very accurate review. I love mine. Had it shipped from Toronto to Atlantic Canada. I'm 62 , riding for 50 years. Hoping to ride this one for another 50 ! Nice work.
Thanks ...yes these are great bikes
Regards mark
So nice to see a comment at the top from a veteran rider! I'm 68, bought my first bike the day I turned 15-1/2 in Santa Barbara, CA, and have owned Hondas, Triumphs, a BSA, an HD, and a Victory Kingpin. I can't wait to get an RE Meteor (demand is so great!) - and my point is that this is *not* at all a "first bike" for those like us, but rather, a perfect way to downsize from our "big dog" bikes and still have fun on the road. I guess it's just a blind spot for all these younger reviewers that they keep calling this a "beginner's bike"!
@@petehealy9819 Nice comment. Have had many myself. Currently 6. Haven't ridden my RT1100 since receiving my Meteor. Is a joy to ride. Is always wise to work up from smaller cc. (as is any trade) These reviewers are young and strong and think they will stay so. Keep riding, keep smiling, and keep that right hand cranked.
I’ll be 61 in 6 days and have been riding for 44 years. Hope I have the juice for at least another 20 😄
@@petehealy9819 I guess the Germans aren’t that keen on RE bikes (or maybe I just got lucky!). I took a test ride a week ago Monday, told them I wanted the Stellar Black, they had it in stock and I picked it up last Friday…complete with registration & tag. Amazon couldn’t have done it better 🤣
I've looked at the Enfield up close. They are the best looking cycles I have ever seen. Love them !
I met a 72yr old who had one and "in the flesh" its a beautiful looking bike. Build quality is a step up from my Interceptor. I want one. Great review 👏
Thanks Andy much appreciated ☺️
Royal Enfield has really worked hard over the past few years to improve the fit and finish of their bikes. It' really quite attractive. And It's the kind of bike that begs you to find an excuse to ride it.
I picked up my Supernova on 5th November it's ready for its 1st service its sharing garage space with my Himalayan both are excellent machines
The meteor is the most comfortable bike I've ever owned and I've had a few in my 55 years of riding, it's exceptionally well balanced machine handles beautifully the gearbox is very precise and the fueling is spot on
Concidering the purchase price its exceptionally well made with some details you would only find on significantly more expensive machines
RE have another winner on there hands
Thanks John ... totally agree...my favorite RE bike ...I'll get one in the future :)
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 prior to the Himalayan and Meteor I ran a interceptor for 2 years so both the single cylinder bikes were a step down in power
If I have a negative opinion of the Himalayan and Meteor it's they should be 500cc
@@johnalbrighton4569 completely. They really are meant to city travelers.
What's it like on a motorway?
@@bushcraftgirl excellent
Had my Meteor since July and have racked up over 2000 miles. Brilliant bike, so comfortable. It does have motorway capability and the engine feels a lot smoother when full run in at about 1300 miles, I did a 40 mile run on the motorway at a constant 70mph and managed to maintain this speed evrn on the inclines. Yes it feels a little buzzy but certainly not strained or stressed. It does require dealer maintenance at 3000 miles in the UK although the oil isn't changed until its 6000 service. For any doubters about the Meteor, ignore the performance figures and go try one. If you get the Enfield ethos you'll enjoy the Meteor, it really is a great bike! Great video by the way. Same colour as mine! 😂👍
Thanks Johnathan glad it's going well ....best colour too !!
Great comment. :) Have to try one.
Mark is a first class reviewer of all motorcycles. Straight to the point and no flim flam. An honest review of the RE Meteor and encouraging me to give serious thought to acquiring one of these!
Many thanks...I've just bought the hunter...but the meteor and classic are brilliant bikes cheers mark
I had a good look at a Meteor 350 at the bike show in Birmingham on Tuesday and was really impressed with it, and blown away at how cheap they are. Most comfortable seat I've ever sat upon on a bike.
Mark, been riding for 60 plus yrs. Harleys etc .Soon as I saw and rode this bike, RE Supernova Copper Coloured 2021, it was love at first sight .A top notch marvellous machine. Say no more! FGM
Many thanks Frank 😊
One of my favorite RE bikes. Thinking you've got it right, very smooth and comfortable with okay power. Thank you!
Thanks my pleasure 😊
Motorcycle that Indians are proud of .The best quality vehicle. A vehicle that can enhance the prestige of the country.
Thanks definitely 😊 !
Hi Mark, picking up my Meteor Supernova in blue this weekend. There is a real sense of appeal with these bikes. A bad accident made me rethink what to invest in and watching your reviews, along with a few other top blokes, I’m looking forward to cruising about. Keep up the good work. All the best.
Thanks Craig great choice ☺️
I’m in love with my 2022 RE Meteor 350 Stellar Black. Great video…thanks for taking us along, Mark.
Ok glen thanks
Yes they really are great 👍😊
Mate you are simply a great grass roots down to earth reviewer - Many thanks
Many thanks Paul 😄
I think the Stella looks nice tan the Supernova in that the fenders are colour matched to the tank and side panels.
The Supernova does come with two-tone Alloys which sets it apart from all the previous models
I'm coming 74 and love mine, my stellar came with a screen, took it to the outer Hebrides from N I, 1100 mile round trip and no problem
Finally someone showing us the power and giving us a realistic expectation. I've determined from this video that this bike has plenty of power for me and will be very enjoyable for what I want to do. I just wanna cruise and look good and feel comfortable and this bike is perfectly good for all of that. The price and quality of the bike is just unheard of and that is a major factor drawing me in. I can buy this brand new without breaking the bank at all. I may eventually get a 2nd bike like an Indian Scout 60 for when I wanna go longer highway trips but the Meteor is perfect as my local chill bike.
Many thanks for the comment...yes these are fabulous bikes... perfect just for pottering about on with that wonderful smooth single engine
Best wishes mark
Well Mark! I got ahold of a local RE dealer and set one of these aside for summer time here in the next few months. I decided on the Fireball Yellow and going to have the dealer install the smoke flyscreen, bar end mirrors and a Hexagon Engine guard.
Thanks for always putting out great info and quality content. As my first bike, with some inspiration of your RE content and doing forum research. A garage full of RE’s is the goal! One for commuting, something for the lady and I, and a tractor with two wheels.
Besides a track bike, there’ll be nothing to need.
Cheers mate
Thanks Jake great choice 😊
I recently bought a Kawasaki W-175 here in Thailand. It's a 5 speed with counter balancer making it silky smooth. Almost exact concept of the Royal Enfield here. Huge gas tank, beautiful to look at, all day comfort and monkey simple to maintain. The only limitation is about a 90 kph top cruising speed. No problem on most back roads but I'm forced to the scooter lane on fast interstates. I'm almost certain my next bike will be a RE 350. The W-175 will go to my wife!
I've got a Matt black stellar and I've had a small screen and also belly pan fitted lovely little bike my mate is getting one as well we live on the edge of the lake district can't wait for the better weather
A very easy bike to ride, when I picked mine up I dropped the clutch forgetting to rev, I expected it to stall and it just pulled away, made me look good. That's it, it makes you look good asthetically too. Perfect for me and the missus. You review sounds right.
Look forward to the Classic 350 coming to the UK in the spring.
Me too !!
@@markpulling12 love from 🇮🇳🇮🇳.the new euro 5 next gen classic 350 is really good 👍, premium you will fall in love.
@@sonumondal2997 can't wait to try it when it comes to the uk :)
I absolutely love this bike can't wait to buy one , probably in January , fingers crossed.
Thanks can't rate it highly enough
Cheers mark
Having not ridden a bike for over 25 years, I’m currently working on getting my licence and hoping to get one of these little gems. I’m a young 63 years and not interested in speed so this looks like the perfect bike!
Definitely this would be perfect for you
And yes the engine is a gem 💎
Best wishes mark
Just bought same bike adding Givi racks and boxes great fit also large Givi Screen mega improvement , same colour bike has sump guard crash bars ready to go in a few days looks great bought with 180 miles ex demo upgraded pegs . Ready to go great review
All Givi kits fits well and big improvement over standard fittings .
My goodness, what a beautiful bike. Love the navy paired with the black.
You know, too few people talk about how perfect those clocks are. They really add a lot of character to a bike already very full of character. Still pining for the perfect one...
Thanks for the review Mark. Enjoying mine. If you're a new rider and your reasons for riding is to relax, unwind and destress, this is your ticket.
Definitely Gerald id agree :)
Nice one Mark, was so impressed got one straight away! Idea for your next channel, 'Pulling away'!
Seriously considering adding one to my stable 👍
Had my 350cc meteor now 3 weeks covered some 550 miles, and love it , was a little worried that the power would be to low ( have one triumph speedmaster 1200cc in my garage so alot more power ) but really happy with the performance really good, handles excellent, the finish on the bike also excellent, really don't know how they do it for the money, all round brilliant bike.
I have had my black Stellar for about a month now and am about to hit one thousand miles.
Nice one Shawn sounds great 👌👍
I think i will be buying a Royal Enfield now, looks great and just fits the bill.
tested all the nodern enfields,was very impressed.
Hi Mark,
As always I enjoy your videos and reading all the various comment of your subscribers.
Previously I was looking at the Yamaha xsr 125 ( It has a sort of retro look about it ) but in my heart, these Royal Enfield meteor 350's are truly the (smaller ) real deal of cruiser retro's.
I have put a deposit down on one today ( Stella Ruby Red colour ) make get it in about 3-4 weeks time ...... Keep up the good work Mark, your biking experience is invaluable
MAny thanks I appreciate that ☺️😌
It seems slow, but I had a Honda Ascot 500 back in the day, that simply did not want to go any faster than 75mph. This bike takes me straight back to that one.
Thanks Chris 😊
Awesome bike, just view this meteor 350 at local dealer in NZ this afternoon, this review really help me to make my decision to buy it,Royal Enfield, here I come!!
Thanks Tony great choice 😊
Nice hip intro tune. I reckon RE ought to put this excellent engine in the Himalayan and attract the lower tax.I wonder what is behind the side panels and seat, toolkit maybe ?
In one side panel is a toolkit and electrics , the other only the airfilter, under the seat is no space at all.
Thanks Mark. Another informative review. I would be very interested in your review of the Yamaha XT250, if one is ever available. Cheers...
Gord
Very nice review. Pick up my Meteor tomorrow, 7-22-22. Can't wait. This will be my 5th bike. All others were bigger and heavier. Looking forward to a lighter get around town ride. Happy Trails everyone.
Hi, just checking, what is your review on the bike?
@@belal3 I love the bike. It's quick fast it's agile it does everything you need to do except for one thing it's not fast enough I can't go on the highway. I'm used to riding 750's either cruiser or late 70s kawasaki kz. I did want to downsize a little, turned 65 this year. Comfortable too. Tripper is useless to me. Would much rather have a tach. I'll give it 8.5 out of ten .
@@edanalog thanks for the reply, I'll be buying my first bike in a few days and my choices are down to brand new RE 350 meteor or Harley Davidson sportser 1200 (2019 / milage 10k) the thing is my daily commute is 25 kilometer high way so I'm really not sure what to get
@@belal3 If you have to ride the highway at 60 mph or more the 350 really is a push. That would max out the bikes speed. I hope whatever you have decided it works out for you.
I’m in two minds as to whether to buy the Meteor or the Interceptor 650 here in North Eastern Thailand 🇹🇭
Then You can wait for some month . Becuase Royal Enfield Will be Launching Super Meteor 650 CC.
I don't even have bike license but damn this bike looks inviting to ride! I always loved these classical looking bikes, fitted with modern technology and still gets excellent fuel consumption. I maybe 25 years old but this is better looking than any modern looking bike ive seen. I ain't really looking for speed so I would probably get this one if I had bike license.
Thanks Roy ...go on treat yourself :)
i dont think those people have come to see the sea at poole = but they may have turned up to see that lovely navy blue paint job which is enough to sell the bike alone ;;;
If the rebel 500 has this seat height, it would be the bike of my dreams.
It does !
It's very low :)
At 4:49 looking at the clocks and the bars, those two black covers on the top of the forks should be removed as they are just shipping protection, unless its a fireball variant, in which case you might want to keep em as it looks better with the all Black theme on the bike 😊
Watching you push this thru lovely British two laners, I'm thinking 'could RE have any better advertisement for the Meteor?' I mean, these really make me yearn to go for a ride!
I like the way you always "size up the bikes, ...it ,s important to people like me, 5"6" , and 67 years old
Many thanks my pleasure cheers mark
JUst what I'm looking for after many years on big tourers, a bike that will extend my biking career. Many thanks for an excellent review.
Thanks Mike...these are great bikes ...very good vfm
Cheers mark
Man, that bike is freakin' GORGEOUS! Though I have a Fireball Yellow Meteor, that Stellar Blue is growing on me; I'm half tempted to get one in Stellar Blue... :)
Thanks mark yes it's my favorite ☺️
I'm surprised that I find the bike attractive. It's a good-looking machine. Seems like the rider pegs are a bit far forward. I know it's not about performance, but any feel for how it would respond if you pushed it thru some twisties? Thanks, Mark!
It is fun and smooth thru the "twisties".
Check out the 'Bike World' review of this bike to see how it handles the twist bits - impressive (bike and rider!)
It only feels like perhaps six inches further forward than my bandit 600. It just feels natural, take a test drive.
I love how passionate you are 👍Your a good orator and yt reviewer
Many thanks :)
I find it very odd about the service intervals.. Here in the US. They recommend the first service at 300 miles!. Oil change and checking the valve clearance!. I have evevn been told that the intake valves are set at the factory on the tight side, and should be checked regardless!.This also goes for the Himalayan and Scram 411cc models too!..
Great review Mark as usual. Love this bike, you may have just sold me one!
Haha go on peter treat yourself
Nice review Mark :-) It's kinda crazy with the laws on 125's and this at that price and both getting more or less the same speed...Hope your good mate and have a good weekend :-)
Yes my lads 125cc will get to 75 maybe 80mph
@@silktvPDR1 And us not young n heavy struggle on a 125 n 350cc about right...what 125cc he on?
@@MauriceTarantulas MZ 125 RT 16.7bhp
And to be honest it's a really nice comfortable bike even two up. He also has the new 2021 Sinnis Terrain water cooled and I nick that lol
Years and years ago i had a honda varadero 125, huge for a 125 v-twin 15hp, would do 70/75 but it's all in the lower end torque with the Enfields, 27nm @ 4000 rpm (the 125 had 10nm @ 8500rpm (huge difference)) really isn't bad at all and would make cruising the back roads bliss!
Enjoyed the review. Well done. Just like always. I hope that this year I am gonna try one. Cheers.
The 650cc Meteor will be called Super Meteor and will be displayed at the EICMA show in Italy at the end of November.
Thanks ....look forward to seeing that :)
@@markpulling12 yeah. Can't wait for November end ☺️
Started watching a lot of your reviews Mark, probably why I'm ten months late . Very professionally done and I'm becoming a bit of a royal enfield fan due to you!👍
Thanks baz yes the royal Enfields are really good
Many thanks 👍
Thanks for this review, Mark. I've bought a Meteor on the strength of it from Groombridge in Sussex. Looking forward to taking delivery next Wednesday.
Cheers Steve great choice ....lucky to get one as they are selling so fast .. I'll have one oneday :)
Thanks again for a very detailed review of the 350 Meteor.
Thanks as always gene 😁
nice review mark. ordered one yesterday, six weeks delivery time. great bike.
Great choice John ...the demand for these has just been amazing they are flying out of dealers !!
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 hi again
Mark my meteor arrived in 3 weeks, very pleased.
And they sell an after market seat that shaves another 10mm off the height, 755, has to be one of the lowest about. Only downside is the lack of dealers, to get to one during the 3 year warranty for servicing becomes a logistical nightmare and I live in Surrey but it's so simple you could see it lasting for ever or at least as long as we're allowed to buy petrol.
A fellow yellow Panda owner, ours has just passed another MOT with the original exhaust.@@christga100
Great review Mark.again!I do prefer the ‘classic though but not yet available in Canada.if not for the riding position alone.here’s hoping it comes this way.
Beautiful bike. Love the retro look. Thanks again Mark.......Sal : )
What a thoughtful, appropriate review. I thoroughly enjoyed watching. Many thanks.
My pleasure Jim ....I want one of these now ! :)
Great comprehensive review. Very helpful, thanks 👍
Gets passed on the motorway all the time. Gets passed in town leaving traffic signals. If I wanted a Royal Enfield, I'm afraid I will need to go with a 650 Interceptor. Here's hoping that Kawasaki comes out with a Z400RS next year.
beauty in blue
Did you find yourself looking at the gear indicator, when shifting?
I did, the shift up was so smooth, I couldn't hear the shift. My Harley Davidson Road King has that distinctive "clunk ", when up or down shifting. Cheers. 🙂 🏍
Not really but I found the gear box and the engine very smooth 😊👍
Hi Mark, Watching your reviews and other riders' comments on the Royal Enfield meteor 350 stellar, I order one and hopefully pick it up in a couple of days. Thank you for your honest reviews.
Many thanks narinder :)
Great video Mark… I am considering this bike once I have passed my mod 1 & 2 … I am wanting to do some touring … nc500 for example - do you think this bike is upto it?
Thanks in advance 👍
Hi Jennifer ...the NC 500 ..is an awesome route I've heard very technical , especially apple cross,it's not a fast route at all ,so this bike I would think would be very good ...it's top speed is only 70 mph ish so factor this in if you have to do a lot of motorway riding as it'll be flat out ,but stick to A roads and you'll be fine ,I love this bike and will probably get one in the future,other bikes to consider for you are rebel 500 , Vulcan 650 ,etc which have a better cruising ability but if you know that 60 mph cruising is all you need then the meteor will be perfect
Good luck ....mark
Have a good trip just be careful Scotland does love its speed came and the speed awareness course Isn't a thing so its a fine from the get go. Bit of shame really that they do that but good riding, or driving too
Loving my Meteor 350 Supernova Brown..
Great review thank you very much, wish there was a dealer hear on the island. ( PEI Canada ) Had the 500 cc bullet and loved it, to bad they did not stick with the kick start. used mine more than the elect. one. I also had the steel saddle bags witch were nice to have. It was the army green one. again thanks for the great video.
Thanks for the comment Hilton :)
66+ love mine. 11 motorcycles in the past from 1994 to 2021. Great sound, comfortable and FUN. DID I say Fun. Dont misunderstand, it is not a speed demon
Get a DUCATI, triumph or Husqvarna For going fast. This is not for you. Did I mention FUN
Amazing value for a brand new bike !
Can you blip throttle down shifting
I never regret buying meteor
Another interesting video TAYM, your still sounding a bit under the weather, Wow some lovely old bikes there very nice. That looks a great Dealership , not many like that now , nice to see they are selling so many Royal Enfields. When you get home you get your feet up with something hot to drink, Mrs TAYM might even clean the Suzuki for you.😂😂😂
Thanks but what's Taym ???
@@markpulling12 sorry Mark, just watching you on the 350 Meteor, and sent the message to TAYM from my Phone while watching TH-cam on tv. I enjoyed your reviews of the meteor so much I bought one last year. Thanks
@@thomasmichaelnoon haha no worries:)
I honestly think that this motorbike looks absolutely fantastic, they sound really good, they are really comfortable. I honestly think that if they had a little bit more power, even if it was just another 10bhp, they would be perfect.
Thanks Michael yes couldn't agree more cheers mark
Okay bro then you chose royal Enfield 650 .its 47 bhp
In the United Kingdom, I have never seen a 650cc version of the Royal Enfield Meteor.
@@bruisingSpartan wait a few days then you will see that. I mean in 2023 launch this bike royal Enfield meteor 650😊. You will see vedio of enfeld 650. Search on youtube
The new bike announced by Royal Enfield, The Super Meteor 650 looks absolutely amazing, this is definitely going to be my next motorbike.
Looks great - no rev counter? @Mark didnt mention?
I’d like to have one of these but rather hard to find here in Canada.
Cannot find them in Finland either. A very nice sounding bike. I would buy me one of these rather than a big bike.
Canada has dealers in B.C, Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba and Alberta.
Good review, the ergonomics looks very good, the handlebar( adventure high) is the one I am getting for my naked bike.
Thanks Mark. Great job. Good info. God bless. Happy trails.
Lovely bike Mark but just try getting one, I ordered a stellar in July and still no have idea when I will get it.
Yes James they seem to be flying out of the dealers ...they can't get hold of them quick enough !
Took 10 weeks for mine, ordered early August, got it mid October. Well worth the wait though.
Excellent review apart from a whole minute of dire music. I would think that the more frequent service intervals in India are to do with the heat and dusty conditions. No rev counter. I much prefer the basic one in orange. No rear seat or silly little backrest. But I couldn't get on with where the foot pegs are or the heal/toe gearchange. I think I'll stick to the 390. Haha! Edit: very attractive-looking engine. Forgot to say.
I fast forward through it, doesn’t really add to the review. (The music that is 😀😀)
Service interval in Germany is 5000km
3,000 mile intervals in uk, not 6,000
As you have tested quite a few bikes from each, in your opinion who as the edge in terms of quality, value for money etc, between the Chinese and Indian made bikes?
Hi Dean I'd say the royal enfields just win for the £4/5k price tag they are very good ,1000s sold worldwide and a good dependable reputation ...the Chinese ones like Benelli etc are a close second though :)
Best regards mark
Great review, Mark. Thanks. Any idea what it's like off road?
Hi Rob ...no sorry ,it's not really suitable for that with its road tyres and low ground clearance ,but I'm sure you could take it down a light gravel track if you had to
Cheers mark
If you want to go off road buy a Himalayan!
@@davebarclay4429 Hi Dave. Good point, although I intend to do most of my riding on tarmac, but I live about 4km up quite a rough track. What I probably need for the Meteor are 70/30 tyres to replace the standard issue ones.
Lovely looking bike royal Enfield thanks for super reviews mark like 👍
Thanks again Andrew ☺️
That engine is BS6 complained which is equivalent to EURO6 norms, India skipped BS5 which is equivalent to EURO5 . Services interval is less in India because it use Mineral Engine oil in indian variant.
That is nonsense, the oil is the same here, and so are the intervals.
So far only the UK seems to have longer intervals, in Germany it is 5000km also.
Great video again
Loved it 😍
Best RE today❤️👍
Hi Mark. Local royal enfield dealer assures me that the service interval is 3000 miles not the 6000 that you refer to.
Ok that's strange because I got that from the royal enfield website ... thanks for letting me know :)
I did actually speak to an re dealer myself a few months about this and he agreed it is 6000 miles BUT they and most other dealers recommend a 3000 mile check like you said . ...it doesn't hurt to change the oil more frequently anyway it's only a couple of litres of oil and a check ...quite a cheap service I would say
Regards mark
bikeadvice.in/meteor-350-service-interval-launched-uk/amp/
maintenanceschedule.net/royal-enfield-meteor-350-maintenance/
Very nice bike! Thanks for your excellent review!
Many thanks 👍
I did a test on this Friday pleasantly surprised…but..I am looking at the Rebel. And the Vulcan 650..I know mark you rode them too..what would you choose if you had these choices..🤔 hard my first bigger bike ..🤷♂️
Hi Terry I'd go for the classic but then I've been riding for 35 years so it would suit me now but as you are new to biking I'd go for the extra power of the other two .....if mega economy is important to you get the rebel as it does 80 mpg
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 thanks mark was wondering if I got the 350 would I regret 🤷♂️ going to try get test ride on rebel and Vulcan 🤔. Liking the Rebel 🥂
A cracking little bike!!! Thanx again Marc for your excellent review 👍. Do you think driving duo can be difficult with the meteor!? Cheers ✌️
Hi alen ....it's fine I took a passenger for 20 miles with no problem :)
@@markpulling12 Looking forward to see your review with the new cb500x 2022!! The Meteor is a lovely bike but for my 1,84cm high and 115kg maybe little bit small!? Cheers mate ✌️
@@svaralen thanks Allen yes the 2022 cb500x should be here in the uk about January/ February next year
Wish I could have had this after passing my CBT! Sobs....😂
Excellent review thank you.
Hi Mark , how would this bike perform with a pillion passenger.
Great review : ) Thanks .
Hi Russell...it's quite a small passenger seat but it would be ok for an hour or so... performance would suffer a bit but it should still do 60 mph ish cheers mark
Nice unbiased reviews. It would be great to see a review of both the RE Meteor and the Benelli Imperiale if you could get a friend to go along with you for roll on speed testing, acceleration etc. The new RE 350 Classic is due very soon too so maybe a 3 way test....
Thanks Andy ,I have a review on the imperiale if you haven't already seen it ,and I'm really looking forward to the new classic :)
Cheers mark
I'm thinking if the difference in roll on performance would swing your decision from an Indian built bike with 120 years of heritage to a Chinese bike with none , I think neither bike would suit you and you would be better off with Yamaha Sr400 or an Excellent condition XS650..Somehow the Royal Enfield have become iconic machines without real bike- performance ! If you are looking for performance you need to look elsewhere..if you embrace the slow speed characterful engine and lazy grunty power delivery and ride the slow speed torque then the heritage of the Enfield should swing your vote and more so with the classic on the way ..cheers..exceptional review as always Mark!!
@@stevied6286 I think you are wrong saying Benelli has no experience they are approx 100 years old and all engineering still done in Italy. Im not sure acceleration would swing my decision as i want one to plod around on but power delivery is still important. Ive hot a 1200 scrambler for scrsthching my soeed itch...
@@andrewturner4728 I understand what u are saying Andrew but if you look at the bikes that benelli produced in larger numbers before they went bust the 400 imperiale just trades on the name with I'm guessing a Chinese designed engine not that that is inherently bad cos they are producing quality stuff..I'm just thinking that any difference between the benellis 19hp 400cc and the meteors 20Hp 350 is going to be so marginal that as to not make a noticeable difference in real world riding personally I'd go for the heritage of the RE ..now if the benelli had a 350 v twin then ........
Then I'd be confusing it with a Morini...I'll get my coat!!
Got the same bike sounds amazing 🤘
Great video 👍. I've ordered the same colour yesterday. What do you think about the colour? What is your video recording gear? Thanks!
Hi I'd say it's the best colour..the blue is gorgeous...simple gear GoPro hero 7 and a purple panda mic
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 Thank you!
How is this vs the classic?
Seen some indian reviews saying this is the better to live with and do love to look of the supernova brown but torn between that and the halcyon grey classic
Hi ...it's much the same to ride (great) but it's just got a more relaxed riding position...I'd go for the classic for it's looks though cheers mark