personally ive found with my classic 350, that the engine only got better through time. So if anyone has concerns with speed with their new bike that has the j-series. I'd say wait until about 1,000km and then you'll get the real feel of the engine. Far better responsiveness, torque, and acceleration. As well as less vibrations :)
A lot of bikes are like that but maybe the singles are affected more. I have found that most bikes get a lot better after about 5000 miles. When I have mentioned this to dealers they totally agree. So much for buying new!
And you can ride them in all weathers without it or you getting coated in road dirt, with those lovely long mudguards. I love the twin riding lights in the nacelle too, just like the original bullet. Looks like a great practical bike for those who want a real-world machine and aren't in too much of a hurry, espcially to empty their bank accounts with the low price and great economy . Great review Mark. Realistic and to the point.
This might complement the other 350s if they price it right. I suggest pricing it about US$2-400 less than that of the Classic. I MIGHT suggest that if RE is going to continue selling the Classic as a 350, they might want to sell only the chrome version and let the Bullet be an entry-level model.
Trying to figure out why RE would produce two so similar bikes. My guess is the Classic 350 will morph into a Classic 650, and the Bullet will take over the 350 slot.
It’s simple. The Bullet is iconic in India, the real market for Royal Enfield. They released the other models in other markets because they knew we would love them. The home market was whining about everything! But they did prove themselves as reliable and low cost to buy and operate. The core customers wanted a Bullet! When they finally released it they went crazy in India! That’s why they did it. They proved themselves to the rest of the world before unleashing the Bullet to India. Few people outside of India will lust after this as their first choice.
@@BlueRidgeRider I went for Bullet because 1) seat is more comfy in my opinion. 2) colours on classic are bit boring (I went for Bullet Maroon) 3) Name says it all - Bullet
I do prefer the look of the Bullet over the Classic. If it was available back in December when I bought my Hunter that would have made my choice even harder. But love my little Hunter. Just put a set of YSS shocks on it this morning. Oh the difference. Thanks Mark.
Interesting - it's 95% a Classic. Not sure why, but good luck to RE. All these bikes are amazing and fun. We've got three Royal Enfield Classic 350s and love them. It's not about power, it's about smelling the coffee and taking life slowly. As a rider of over 50 years, I won't be giving up mine any time soon! Ride Safe 🙏🏼
Also, for anyone considering these or other current RE's, I am 6'-4", 235lbs and it's amazingly comfy! In other words, if you're a big dude, no worries. Just relax and take in the sights... Ride Safe 🙏🏼
Even after launch of reborn classic, RE was selling 3000 units of bullet with old engine. There is fan following especially for this black with stripes model in India plus RE gets bragging rights for longest ever continuous production bike. it is just classic with few changes but makes commercial and marketing sense
Same here Scott. I've come down from much bigger bikes and love the RE 350 models. I've a Classic 350 at the moment and love it. At the test ride I was prepared to be underwhelmed. The opposite turned out to be the case.
Since they are introducing tubeless wire spokes in the new gen Himalayan as an option (apparently), it might make its way to other bikes in the lineup, especially the 650 series.
As far as retros go, this is a beautiful machine but a rather tough sell over something like a Kawasaki 650RS, I think the latter can definitely justify the not-too-big price difference on performance and quality alone and it also has the looks and really low weight for a twin. Comes down to personal preference and I do have a soft spot for the torque of a single and the look of an air cooled. I'm just glad the motorcycle world offers these choices, I have lost the love for cars after 49 years as progress and technology have killed the driving pleasure completely.
@@jimmyjam8795 Fair enough, though my comment reflects the position of someone with choice, someone able to afford either. Far more people can afford the RE and many that can afford the Kawa are having to stretch their budget significantly and that changes the weight of the price in making a choice.
Good one Mark, Ive recently traded my interceptor for a Classic 350 and couldnt be happier - smiles per miles much higher :) and thanks for the view of the second biggest harbour in the world which I used to visit as a child...now living on the biggest harbour in the world :) cheers
Well done for getting an early review. The enfield of choice has just got more difficult😀 A real coup for RE would be to produce their bikes with tidyer welds please.
Royal Enfield is carried away on pricing. Way too much for what it is. Almost the same price as the new baby Triumph which has twice the power. In other words you can get a second hand 1/1.5 year old Meteor with minimal milage for half of the list price of this, as they don't hold their value. As a Meteor owner I have 2 complaints: 1. Service schedule of the 350s is way too short and expensive. Valve clearance is every 6k, and every 6 months is inspection. You are looking at annual servicing cost of £400-450 if you want to keep the warranty. 2. Royal Enfield customer service is rubbish.
Good point but here in the us the triumph 400 are going to retail around the 5500 range as reported by Revzilla..add dealer fees & that will be 6k-6500. Buddy of mine bought a Royal Enfield classic 350 brand new out the door for 3900 brand new..that’s a much better value..less performance but he’s using it as a commuter so price was more important
@@willyrackham2957 I agree 👍. I love chugging around on my Classic 350 short-shifting into top at just 30mph - it loves it. Sat on the Triumph 400s at the NEC and was a bit disappointed by the size. They just don't feel like a full size bike to me. Also, there were a few niggly bits of poor finishing.
@markpulling12 this reminds me of British Leyland with cars(mini &1100) produced as either Austin, Morris, Riley or Wolseley. The only difference was badging and different grilles. The Bullet is so similar to the classic and I think the price difference is down to MotoGB not having stocks to get rid of like the Classic and Meteor. This one will be distributed by RE. I think the Bullet will sell well in its home market as the name is treated with affection. It wouldbe interesting to know how many Classie 500s were sold vs the standard Bullet when both were available in the UK. I feel RE should have produced a "hot" version of the 350 for export giving it a bit more poke for safer overtakes and to compete with the new Triumph 400s coming onto the market. Triumph have priced the 400s very keenly starting at £4999 so there is virtually no difference in price between the Bullet and Triumph.
That loox stunning in the blacked out engine and forx. The rear grab rail looked a bit flimsy but that's a minor issue. The tank badge is proper Indian extravagance like the IPL kits.
Royal Enfield bike hai bullet tho ye nahi hai....ho sakti thi agar rear design thodi lambi karke rectangular shape mey rear mud guard classic jaise cover karte tho.
Excellent Mark! There not being too much of a price difference between the Bullet and the Classic makes it even harder to choose 😄.I still prefer the chrome finish bikes though.
Most VFM variant for me is Military variant. Good for both city and highway rides upto 80 to 90 kmph. Great mileage of 42 kmpl. Test ride it and if you like it just buy it. The bullet thump is there and very good even with stock exhaust.
Excuse wih are the diferences between the classic and the bullet 350? and with the hunter? maybe it's more comportable than the hunter ? Thanks, it'sa beautiful video!
I hear everybody say : 'You can put the trippy in there' but I have never seen a classic with it actually installed. Strange that it is standard on the Meteor. A typical bullet seat, but it is enormous for such a small bike. It it is as soft as the classic, then it is to soft in my opinion.
An Excellent review Mark, I own a Hunter 350 and an Interceptor 650 Love them both, Wish I had more Brass, And space in my garage, I'd most Definitely get one of these new Bullets 👍 I've owned a 2008 350cc Bullet 👌 Once, I liked that, but I would think the new version is much better 👍 Cheers Paul Foster
Evening Mark, great review as always, Poole harbour looks beautiful 😍 the bullet wow I really like it, the symatry ( can't spell it) of the clocks, the styling, love the black gold 😅 may this come with a bigger engine in the future ? 650? ... Overall looks great, finish great and the cost fab too... 🎉 Take care down there mark x
A 650 version of the Classic/Bullet has been spotted testing multiple times. Perhaps it would be launched by the end of 2024 after Shotgun and the 650 Scrambler.
Great first review, looks like a Classic with a Hunter seat, which is not a bad thing, yet to ride any of them, this one is actually the first one I like the look of, and has the Bullet name to go with it :)
G'day Mark, the sales of Royal Enfield 350 is still strong in Australia, I'm see them everytime I'm out on a ride, it's mid Spring and the best time for Motorcycles, a 350 past me on the freeway today it was a Hunter model l gave him a wave and left the Royal Enfield 650s throttle in the same position, don't have to prove anything just enjoying the ride, Greg review, cheers mate ride safe, Neil 🤠.
Very good-bike. Not keen on the single seat. I'd have a Signals Classic. If I didn't need the underseat storage of the ADV 350 to carry all my writing paraphernalia around, I would replace the 390 Duke with a Classic 350 or maybe a Scram 411. Another thorough review, Mark. Nick
Yet another pleasant and informative review👍. The 350 Royal Enfield models do have a special character and nostalgia. If not for the fact that that my garage is already full of motorbikes it would be fun to have one. Hunter 350 still treating you well?
I am all for power and performance, but the simplicity, and fabulous engine noise ticking over, is something to die for. But does it really have a kick start!??
Hi they are basically the same bike ...the bullet is slightly more comfortable with its different seat ...but I'd go for the classic and save ££££ Best wishes mark
In the netherlands it is the other way around. The Bullet is priced below the Classic. I have just bought a new Bullet350 . The black and chrome model. @@markpulling12
Ive been looking at these new 350 even tho I ride a 500 Tribute. Before I checked them out I was biased towards the Gold version ie black pipe. But after viewing both the cheaper chrome version wins it hands down over the matt black...imho. So beware check them both out before making the choice.
The badge on the tank does wonders. A low priced bike that comes off cheap with a sticker on the tank would cost the company tons of money. "Why produce a bike so similar to the Classic?" The history of the Bullet is HUGE in India. The Indian audience is a faithful bunch.
Much like the classic really, don't like all that matt black. As on the classic those big mudguards are very good on the wet mucky uk roads. Speedo often sticks on the classic and is 5mph high at 70 mph so i suspect the same on the bullet.
Very nice looking bike. The seat is definitely a great imrovement in looks compared to the elderly iteration of the Bullet. Hope to get the chance to ride it this summer. It is a bike I seriously consider buying as a senior rider. 👍
Their prices are getting interesting, nearly £1,000 more than the Hunter? That's starting to look expensive for a basic air cooled bike with only a little over 20bhp.
Speed limiter is a deal breaker for me. I will not buy one. You will simply get run over on the free ways here in America. And you can't take any real trips without being on free ways at times. No deal RE. Listen up. Bring back the 500. Thanks for another great video.
Hi Paul ....no I'd get the classic 350 because it's alot cheaper Not quite sure why they priced it £400 more for basically the same bike Best regards mark
Bro i love bullet 500 but in india they have discounted, I came to know that in foreign countries bullet 500 was still in production so plz can you make an video of 2023 classic or bullet 500 ..
I am a great fan of the 350’s and found the Hunter more flickable than the Classic. Is this bike basically a restyled Classic sharing the same frame and geometry ?
Dear Mark, Many thanks for your video. I have also watched several others, and have found them to be really enjoyable. I might be in the market for one of these, but, if I do go ahead, I would very much like to take it across to the Continent for a week or two. Baring in mind what I've just said, do you honestly feel - in your motorcycling experience - that the little Bullet 350 would be able to cope with sustained motorway/French highway speeds, for three or four hundred mile days, over two weeks at a time? I know that you touched on this in the video, I'd just like you to possibly put my mind at rest. Many thanks in advance for your time and efforts, Warmest regards, Neil (the Midlands).
Height Neil personally myself I would say a no to that even though the bullet will do a top speed of 70 miles an hour you can take it on motorways for say 10 20 miles I I wouldn't want to be taking it on 300 mile days over France that's just my personal opinion it can be done but it would be heavy going so to speak if you catch my drift the bullet classic meteor of more suited to 50 60 miles an hour quite country roads with the occasional motorway trip not saying that can't be done but it would be just a little bit heavy going you'll be better off we're getting something like minimum power 40 to 47 horsepower bike for that sort of trip to make doing 70 miles an hour more relaxing hope that helps any other questions please feel free to ask best wishes Mark
Hi, Mark. Many thanks for your prompt reply. Another bike I was looking at was the Triumph Bonneville T100 - do you think that would be more suited for the sort of riding I want to do? It's still got that beautiful classic 'old world' appeal, but has a bit more grunt. Thanks again for your time. N@@markpulling12
Are the tube tyres that come with this motorcycle reliable, or puncture prone compared to tubeless tyres? Also I like the colour of base variant that is military black but it comes with single channel ABS, is that okay or better to go for dual channel ABS? Can you please help me decide if it’s better to purchase?
Hi Mark ,I have the 350 classic and wander why they bothered with it and didn’t just Make the bullet apart from the seat it’s the same bike , Do you think they are just too close together.?
Hello Mark, I was just wondering what your thoughts are on tubed tyres (as on this model)? I have been led to believe they can be dangerous in certain situations.
Hi any tyre has the likelihood of a flat I really wouldn't worry about it 100000s of Enfield's have been sold world wide to happy owners :) Years ago all we had was tubed tyres Yes they are more of a pain to fix a puncture but think I've had one puncture in like 5 years ...so all good 💯✅ Best wishes mark
Another nice 350, they are just competing with themselves at this point. The price on this does seem high though. Compared to what MotoGB are selling the Meteor, classic and hunter’s for this is expensive. My local dealer In2moto are selling all of the ones I’ve mentioned for as little as £3700 so I don’t see why you would buy one of these instead. Nice but only as nice as the others which are cheaper.
Great review as always Mark, so I appreciate your time, energy & commitment ⭐️ I do like the way the rear fender sits with a bent end & which looks better with the gap running around the rear tyre. That’s the only thing with the classics that looks a bigger gap when the rear pillion seat is removed. So, for this and a few other differences I do like the Bullet. But, I do love my Signals❤️
Schöner Bericht. Was ist nach deinem Befinden besser optisch und fahrtechnisch ?! Welches von den beiden würdest Du bevorzugen ?! Hunter oder Bullit ?! Oder was anderes ?!
personally ive found with my classic 350, that the engine only got better through time. So if anyone has concerns with speed with their new bike that has the j-series. I'd say wait until about 1,000km and then you'll get the real feel of the engine. Far better responsiveness, torque, and acceleration. As well as less vibrations :)
Definitely agree with that...they get better the more miles you put on them
Best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 cheers mark!
Agree fully. 1500 km.
Agreed. Single cylinders show a lot of effects from being new and tight. Don't push them too hard when new.
A lot of bikes are like that but maybe the singles are affected more. I have found that most bikes get a lot better after about 5000 miles. When I have mentioned this to dealers they totally agree.
So much for buying new!
The sound this bike makes while idle/slow speed is just gorgeous.
And you can ride them in all weathers without it or you getting coated in road dirt, with those lovely long mudguards. I love the twin riding lights in the nacelle too, just like the original bullet. Looks like a great practical bike for those who want a real-world machine and aren't in too much of a hurry, espcially to empty their bank accounts with the low price and great economy . Great review Mark. Realistic and to the point.
Many thanks Peter 😄
This might complement the other 350s if they price it right. I suggest pricing it about US$2-400 less than that of the Classic. I MIGHT suggest that if RE is going to continue selling the Classic as a 350, they might want to sell only the chrome version and let the Bullet be an entry-level model.
Trying to figure out why RE would produce two so similar bikes. My guess is the Classic 350 will morph into a Classic 650, and the Bullet will take over the 350 slot.
650 already being tested in India with shotgun and scrambler variants, but 350 will remain. J platform is here to stay.
It’s simple. The Bullet is iconic in India, the real market for Royal Enfield. They released the other models in other markets because they knew we would love them. The home market was whining about everything! But they did prove themselves as reliable and low cost to buy and operate. The core customers wanted a Bullet! When they finally released it they went crazy in India! That’s why they did it. They proved themselves to the rest of the world before unleashing the Bullet to India. Few people outside of India will lust after this as their first choice.
@@BlueRidgeRider I went for Bullet because 1) seat is more comfy in my opinion. 2) colours on classic are bit boring (I went for Bullet Maroon) 3) Name says it all - Bullet
I do prefer the look of the Bullet over the Classic. If it was available back in December when I bought my Hunter that would have made my choice even harder. But love my little Hunter. Just put a set of YSS shocks on it this morning. Oh the difference. Thanks Mark.
Yes the new bullet does look great 👍....glad to hear those yss shocks are better as the hunter ones are very firm
Best wishes mark
Just brought one and I love it so far. Having the dual seat helps too
Another great real world review Mark, I can really see myself gravitating towards these little 350s as time goes by, keep em coming
Thanks Peter they really are a joy to ride and great vfm
Best wishes mark
Want to thank you for being a shorty, like me. Just got my Classic 350 from seeing you in theses vids....
Many thanks James 😁
Great choice
Interesting - it's 95% a Classic. Not sure why, but good luck to RE. All these bikes are amazing and fun.
We've got three Royal Enfield Classic 350s and love them.
It's not about power, it's about smelling the coffee and taking life slowly.
As a rider of over 50 years, I won't be giving up mine any time soon!
Ride Safe 🙏🏼
Many thanks Scott it's a CLASSIC bullet 😁👍
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 touché!
Also, for anyone considering these or other current RE's, I am 6'-4", 235lbs and it's amazingly comfy!
In other words, if you're a big dude, no worries. Just relax and take in the sights...
Ride Safe 🙏🏼
Even after launch of reborn classic, RE was selling 3000 units of bullet with old engine. There is fan following especially for this black with stripes model in India plus RE gets bragging rights for longest ever continuous production bike. it is just classic with few changes but makes commercial and marketing sense
Same here Scott. I've come down from much bigger bikes and love the RE 350 models. I've a Classic 350 at the moment and love it. At the test ride I was prepared to be underwhelmed. The opposite turned out to be the case.
Great to see bullet back 😊
When o when will RE offer wire spoked tubeless rims and tubeless tyres? Real world is done with tubes. Come on RE.
Please!
Since they are introducing tubeless wire spokes in the new gen Himalayan as an option (apparently), it might make its way to other bikes in the lineup, especially the 650 series.
As far as retros go, this is a beautiful machine but a rather tough sell over something like a Kawasaki 650RS, I think the latter can definitely justify the not-too-big price difference on performance and quality alone and it also has the looks and really low weight for a twin.
Comes down to personal preference and I do have a soft spot for the torque of a single and the look of an air cooled.
I'm just glad the motorcycle world offers these choices, I have lost the love for cars after 49 years as progress and technology have killed the driving pleasure completely.
Isn't it well over £3,000 more?
@@letni9506 Maybe in the UK yes, not anywhere else I don't think, it's less than 2k euros in Greece
Of the course the 650rs is a tougher sell against the Interceptor. Which outsells most 650s by a wide margin.
@@jimmyjam8795 Fair enough, though my comment reflects the position of someone with choice, someone able to afford either.
Far more people can afford the RE and many that can afford the Kawa are having to stretch their budget significantly and that changes the weight of the price in making a choice.
Good one Mark, Ive recently traded my interceptor for a Classic 350 and couldnt be happier - smiles per miles much higher :) and thanks for the view of the second biggest harbour in the world which I used to visit as a child...now living on the biggest harbour in the world :) cheers
Well done for getting an early review. The enfield of choice has just got more difficult😀 A real coup for RE would be to produce their bikes with tidyer welds please.
Royal Enfield is carried away on pricing. Way too much for what it is. Almost the same price as the new baby Triumph which has twice the power.
In other words you can get a second hand 1/1.5 year old Meteor with minimal milage for half of the list price of this, as they don't hold their value.
As a Meteor owner I have 2 complaints:
1. Service schedule of the 350s is way too short and expensive. Valve clearance is every 6k, and every 6 months is inspection. You are looking at annual servicing cost of £400-450 if you want to keep the warranty.
2. Royal Enfield customer service is rubbish.
Nice bike, prefer the gloss black, but it makes the the Triumph Street 400 look great value for less than £300 more.
Yes the triumph 400s are looking like great value bikes looking forward to trying one
Best wishes mark
I think people who like the 350 Enfield s ....Will not like the high revving Triumph ......just my opinion .
@@willyrackham2957enfield gives better mileage than the triumph. Thats all about it
Good point but here in the us the triumph 400 are going to retail around the 5500 range as reported by Revzilla..add dealer fees & that will be 6k-6500. Buddy of mine bought a Royal Enfield classic 350 brand new out the door for 3900 brand new..that’s a much better value..less performance but he’s using it as a commuter so price was more important
@@willyrackham2957 I agree 👍. I love chugging around on my Classic 350 short-shifting into top at just 30mph - it loves it. Sat on the Triumph 400s at the NEC and was a bit disappointed by the size. They just don't feel like a full size bike to me. Also, there were a few niggly bits of poor finishing.
I’m confused it seems to me that the only thing they have changed is the seat , colours so why is it more money than the classic ??
Hi Donna My thoughts exactly....I have absolutely no idea.... hopefully it might come down in price :)
Best wishes mark
@markpulling12 this reminds me of British Leyland with cars(mini &1100) produced as either Austin, Morris, Riley or Wolseley. The only difference was badging and different grilles. The Bullet is so similar to the classic and I think the price difference is down to MotoGB not having stocks to get rid of like the Classic and Meteor. This one will be distributed by RE. I think the Bullet will sell well in its home market as the name is treated with affection. It wouldbe interesting to know how many Classie 500s were sold vs the standard Bullet when both were available in the UK. I feel RE should have produced a "hot" version of the 350 for export giving it a bit more poke for safer overtakes and to compete with the new Triumph 400s coming onto the market. Triumph have priced the 400s very keenly starting at £4999 so there is virtually no difference in price between the Bullet and Triumph.
I prefer the look of the Bullet over the classic as a really don't like the split seats ....the Bullet seems like a bargain
I've seen somewhere that as well as the seat it's also the squared off rear mudguard that harks back to the design of earlier Bullet models
The bike you’d go for if you can’t make up your mind between the Classic, Hunter or meteor!
That loox stunning in the blacked out engine and forx. The rear grab rail looked a bit flimsy but that's a minor issue. The tank badge is proper Indian extravagance like the IPL kits.
Royal Enfield bike hai bullet tho ye nahi hai....ho sakti thi agar rear design thodi lambi karke rectangular shape mey rear mud guard classic jaise cover karte tho.
Excellent Mark! There not being too much of a price difference between the Bullet and the Classic makes it even harder to choose 😄.I still prefer the chrome finish bikes though.
Thanks Brett me too 😁
@@markpulling12...yep. Hate black exhausts...
Most VFM variant for me is Military variant. Good for both city and highway rides upto 80 to 90 kmph. Great mileage of 42 kmpl. Test ride it and if you like it just buy it. The bullet thump is there and very good even with stock exhaust.
Brilliantly done Sir, excellent review and as always the first in the UK. THAMK YOU 😃👋👍
Many thanks Andrew 😄
Great bike from royal Enfield
Best wishes mark
A great looking bike with proper functional mudguards. That seat might also suit tall riders, allowing you to shift your bum back a bit.
Going to pinch sales from its own brand, can’t really see the point
Totally agree
Excuse wih are the diferences between the classic and the bullet 350? and with the hunter? maybe it's more comportable than the hunter ? Thanks, it'sa beautiful video!
I much prefer the Classic 350.
Mark, is the Bullet seat more comfortable than the classic single seat?
Yes I would say a little bit more...the classic seat is comfortable but this is even better 😁
Best wishes mark
I hear everybody say : 'You can put the trippy in there' but I have never seen a classic with it actually installed.
Strange that it is standard on the Meteor. A typical bullet seat, but it is enormous for such a small bike.
It it is as soft as the classic, then it is to soft in my opinion.
An Excellent review Mark,
I own a Hunter 350 and an Interceptor 650
Love them both,
Wish I had more Brass,
And space in my garage,
I'd most Definitely get one of these new Bullets 👍
I've owned a 2008 350cc Bullet 👌
Once, I liked that, but I would think the new version is much better 👍
Cheers Paul Foster
Many thanks Paul 😁👍
Great review as always mark,I think this for me is the better looking one.
Thanks James yes it looks great in the black doesn't it
Cheers mark
Thank you Mark. I enjoy your reviews.
Evening Mark, great review as always, Poole harbour looks beautiful 😍 the bullet wow I really like it, the symatry ( can't spell it) of the clocks, the styling, love the black gold 😅 may this come with a bigger engine in the future ? 650? ... Overall looks great, finish great and the cost fab too... 🎉 Take care down there mark x
Thanks Martine...yes it rides beautifully as all the royal Enfields do ... Poole harbour was lovely today
X
A 650 version of the Classic/Bullet has been spotted testing multiple times. Perhaps it would be launched by the end of 2024 after Shotgun and the 650 Scrambler.
The should have Learned from their misstakes and made a bullet 500 cc instead of 350.
Taxes in many countries drive the price right up
Thanks Mark. Another "Royal Zenfield" 😊
A gorgeous looking bike I’m very tempted.
Right at the start of the vid and I'm going to say it is pretty much like riding a 350 classic 😅
Yes 👍 you're not wrong there lol 😆
Great first review, looks like a Classic with a Hunter seat, which is not a bad thing, yet to ride any of them, this one is actually the first one I like the look of, and has the Bullet name to go with it :)
G'day Mark, the sales of Royal Enfield 350 is still strong in Australia, I'm see them everytime I'm out on a ride, it's mid Spring and the best time for Motorcycles, a 350 past me on the freeway today it was a Hunter model l gave him a wave and left the Royal Enfield 650s throttle in the same position, don't have to prove anything just enjoying the ride, Greg review, cheers mate ride safe, Neil 🤠.
Hi Neil glad all is going well....good to hear sales of RE are doing well in Australia cheers mark
Great bike, great review. I've got three Enfields and love them all, what about an up to date review on your Hunter 350, are you still loving it!.
Yes going great loving it ....but riding too many other bikes at the moment to get any miles on it ! Lol
Cheers mark
Very good-bike. Not keen on the single seat. I'd have a Signals Classic. If I didn't need the underseat storage of the ADV 350 to carry all my writing paraphernalia around, I would replace the 390 Duke with a Classic 350 or maybe a Scram 411.
Another thorough review, Mark. Nick
Cheers Nick 😄
Yet another pleasant and informative review👍. The 350 Royal Enfield models do have a special character and nostalgia. If not for the fact that that my garage is already full of motorbikes it would be fun to have one. Hunter 350 still treating you well?
Yes all good Paul thanks ... haven't ridden it much too busy riding other review bikes lol 😆
Higher bars than the Classic.
Heel-toe shifter.
What a cool looking bike, it’s authentic, great review as ever Mark 👍
I am all for power and performance, but the simplicity, and fabulous engine noise ticking over, is something to die for. But does it really have a kick start!??
No. There is no kick start sadly. That would make it perfect
*Plough* 🎉
I wonder if RE will bring back the 500
There will be a 650 twin version…. However what about the new 450 engine in a classic. If Enfield get that right, my word, that would be a seller
Thank you, Mark
Which do you prefer, the 350 Bullit or Classic, for comfort and looks. I can't make my mind up.
Hi they are basically the same bike ...the bullet is slightly more comfortable with its different seat ...but I'd go for the classic and save ££££
Best wishes mark
In the netherlands it is the other way around. The Bullet is priced below the Classic. I have just bought a new Bullet350 . The black and chrome model. @@markpulling12
Could you tour this long distance over europe?
Hi yes if you just take it nice and steady cheers mark
Ive been looking at these new 350 even tho I ride a 500 Tribute. Before I checked them out I was biased towards the Gold version ie black pipe. But after viewing both the cheaper chrome version wins it hands down over the matt black...imho. So beware check them both out before making the choice.
The badge on the tank does wonders. A low priced bike that comes off cheap with a sticker on the tank would cost the company tons of money.
"Why produce a bike so similar to the Classic?" The history of the Bullet is HUGE in India. The Indian audience is a faithful bunch.
Much like the classic really, don't like all that matt black. As on the classic those big mudguards are very good on the wet mucky uk roads. Speedo often sticks on the classic and is 5mph high at 70 mph so i suspect the same on the bullet.
is this bike good start to new beginners?
Yes..but get engine guards as you will drop it
Fortunately it comes in a NON flat black version as well. Unfortunately, it still has tube type tires.
I would imagine they would sell a lot of these in India,nice bike to bumble along or to just commute
Number of bikes your see with the slot in the clutch cable facing up.... so it can fill up with rain 😂👌
I wish Royal Enfield build a 500 of J series model. 300 is a little bit less on power when highway riding.
Looks super! Just need a 40bhp single thumper from R Enf..and a 16litre tank. A classic light tourer 😉
Very nice looking bike. The seat is definitely a great imrovement in looks compared to the elderly iteration of the Bullet. Hope to get the chance to ride it this summer. It is a bike I seriously consider buying as a senior rider. 👍
Just get the bus, and not be run down by the lunatic drivers on the road now ,it's your life.
Not much of a life if you can't ride your motorcycle though😮
@jimmyjam8795 ive had everything it's just as you get older it gets shit, last bike was z1100 just to old now.
From all the reviews I've watched it sounds like it's not so much of a Bullet as it is a Slug.
The crome version is £2900 here in Thailand, that's on the road, three years warranty and roadside breakdown included
I have definitely got to try one as I haven’t really heard anything bad , sounds like they have plenty of power for sensible riding
Good review Mark thank you.
Many thanks Hugh
Best wishes mark
For some reason I hate the hood at the top of the headlight . I would try to see if that could be removed .
I love the look of the bullet and the classic.
Their prices are getting interesting, nearly £1,000 more than the Hunter? That's starting to look expensive for a basic air cooled bike with only a little over 20bhp.
Speed limiter is a deal breaker for me. I will not buy one. You will simply get run over on the free ways here in America. And you can't take any real trips without being on free ways at times. No deal RE. Listen up. Bring back the 500. Thanks for another great video.
Thanks Lee best wishes mark
It runs like a sixty four Ducati . Nice 👍
Not quite the option for a 6' 2" guy ain't it?
Always good informative and Honest reviews Mark 👍 BUT would you buy one if you had the space ??
Hi Paul ....no I'd get the classic 350 because it's alot cheaper
Not quite sure why they priced it £400 more for basically the same bike
Best regards mark
Nice review! Question: Does the leg protection bar get in the way of the spring shock adjustment?
Hi no it doesnt ...no problems cheers mark
Those welds , can't they spend like 10 minutes to smooth them out with a flapper wheel . I couldn't live with it , Great channel Mark .
Bro i love bullet 500 but in india they have discounted, I came to know that in foreign countries bullet 500 was still in production so plz can you make an video of 2023 classic or bullet 500 ..
I am a great fan of the 350’s and found the Hunter more flickable than the Classic. Is this bike basically a restyled Classic sharing the same frame and geometry ?
Yes I'd say so ...it feels the same to ride
Cheers mark
I think the front wheel looks too big for the bike.
Thank you for the review. Beautiful bike. Hope RE bring this one to Brazil soon.
Many thanks Fernando 😄
A good review
Many thanks 👍
Hi Mark sorry if I missed it in your video but does the bullet have the meteor/classic frame or that of the hunter?
Hi Arthur it's the classic frame
Best wishes mark
The Maroon one looks stunning
Very nice. I've got one on order!
Dear Mark,
Many thanks for your video. I have also watched several others, and have found them to be really enjoyable.
I might be in the market for one of these, but, if I do go ahead, I would very much like to take it across to the Continent for a week or two.
Baring in mind what I've just said, do you honestly feel - in your motorcycling experience - that the little Bullet 350 would be able to cope with sustained motorway/French highway speeds, for three or four hundred mile days, over two weeks at a time?
I know that you touched on this in the video, I'd just like you to possibly put my mind at rest.
Many thanks in advance for your time and efforts,
Warmest regards,
Neil (the Midlands).
Height Neil personally myself I would say a no to that even though the bullet will do a top speed of 70 miles an hour you can take it on motorways for say 10 20 miles I I wouldn't want to be taking it on 300 mile days over France that's just my personal opinion it can be done but it would be heavy going so to speak if you catch my drift the bullet classic meteor of more suited to 50 60 miles an hour quite country roads with the occasional motorway trip not saying that can't be done but it would be just a little bit heavy going you'll be better off we're getting something like minimum power 40 to 47 horsepower bike for that sort of trip to make doing 70 miles an hour more relaxing hope that helps any other questions please feel free to ask best wishes Mark
Hi, Mark. Many thanks for your prompt reply. Another bike I was looking at was the Triumph Bonneville T100 - do you think that would be more suited for the sort of riding I want to do? It's still got that beautiful classic 'old world' appeal, but has a bit more grunt. Thanks again for your time. N@@markpulling12
Are the tube tyres that come with this motorcycle reliable, or puncture prone compared to tubeless tyres? Also I like the colour of base variant that is military black but it comes with single channel ABS, is that okay or better to go for dual channel ABS? Can you please help me decide if it’s better to purchase?
Hi no they are just as reliable as any premium brand ....single channel abs works absolutely fine
Best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 Thank you
But heard tube tyres deflate suddenly after a puncture .
Beautiful bike.
Hi Mark ,I have the 350 classic and wander why they bothered with it and didn’t just Make the bullet apart from the seat it’s the same bike ,
Do you think they are just too close together.?
Hi Anthony yes they are too close together imo...I think it's a case of royal Enfield just wanted to make a bike with the bullet name
Best wishes mark
This video shines some light on the matter “Royal Enfield Bullet 350 2024 fist impressions - motorlnc first S01e14 “
Hello Mark, I was just wondering what your thoughts are on tubed tyres (as on this model)? I have been led to believe they can be dangerous in certain situations.
Hi any tyre has the likelihood of a flat
I really wouldn't worry about it 100000s of Enfield's have been sold world wide to happy owners :)
Years ago all we had was tubed tyres
Yes they are more of a pain to fix a puncture but think I've had one puncture in like 5 years ...so all good 💯✅
Best wishes mark
I've been riding since 1978, mostly on tubed tyres, l've yet to have a puncture.
Which was better to ride this or the imperiale????
Hi definitely the royal Enfield...it's engine is more refined and smoother
Best wishes mark
Always a soft spot in my heart for these but the new Speed 400 from Triumph is arriving soon that’s going to be hard to beat in this segment
Yes agreed the speed 400 with its 40 hp is bound to be a top seller in this class
Best wishes mark
Im from India i have ridden both bike i can say that the 400 is more like a sports cruiser they both are different breeds
What are the Bullet’s mudguards made of? Are they plastic or steel?
Hi they are metal on these
Best wishes mark
Thanks Mark!
Another nice 350, they are just competing with themselves at this point. The price on this does seem high though. Compared to what MotoGB are selling the Meteor, classic and hunter’s for this is expensive. My local dealer In2moto are selling all of the ones I’ve mentioned for as little as £3700 so I don’t see why you would buy one of these instead. Nice but only as nice as the others which are cheaper.
Totally agree 👍...I think they will have to drop the price on this eventually to level up with the other models
Cheers mark
Quite possibly my favourite-looking RE so far.
i agree it looks great :)
Great review as always Mark, so I appreciate your time, energy & commitment ⭐️ I do like the way the rear fender sits with a bent end & which looks better with the gap running around the rear tyre. That’s the only thing with the classics that looks a bigger gap when the rear pillion seat is removed. So, for this and a few other differences I do like the Bullet. But, I do love my Signals❤️
Many thanks Steve
I really appreciate that
Best wishes mark
Does it have ABS?
Yes all the latest royal Enfields have ABS these days
Best wishes mark
Has to in Europe, legal requirement.
Lovely looking bike, excited to get the new Himalayan 452. They are all over the Internet at the moment despite not being officially launched yet.
Yes looking forward to trying the new Himalayan cheers mark
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Well done 👍✅
Schöner Bericht.
Was ist nach deinem Befinden besser optisch und fahrtechnisch ?!
Welches von den beiden würdest Du bevorzugen ?!
Hunter oder Bullit ?! Oder was anderes ?!
Hallo, ich bevorzuge das Aussehen des Jägers und er hat ein etwas besseres Handling und eine etwas bessere Leistung
Beste Wünsche Mark
Nothing about these bikes I don't like, yet still I wouldn't buy one, and I'm still trying to work out why...
Yes gorgeous machine, but it's the 20hp for me. Been commuting for decades and decided long ago 30 to 40 hp minimum.
Makes it easy to choose , there all winners .
T/C/E