A Royal Enfield Classic 350 Reborn Owners Review 

Enjoyed the show. Thanks for sharing your thoughts 😊

Yes to the Guzzi review Matt. You should do more of them. A refreshing change to other reviews. Excellent video as ever

Great, realistic review Matt. The best one's come from owners, with no dealer to please. Looking forward to your next video.

You have got that modified in such a nice way and in keeping with the style, love that colour , I ride one recently and loved it .

Yes, they should have done the Classic 350 Reborn as a 500cc! I agree 100%.

Matt, you've mentioned before that you hate speaking on camera, but from this side of the screen I don't think you have anything to worry about. And you're still tempting me with the RE, I'm thinking of one as a bit of a project, something I could slowly turn into a bit of a classic trials lookalike for some gentle green lane pottering.

Good summary of the bike. Had a lot of the similar niggles. Great to ride at 50-55mph - just find a quiet back road! Yes,the first thing I noticed was the spot light, thanks for the overview of installation. Create kits of these for your website and I think you’ll be on to a winner!

Classics are the most beautiful I think

Hey, if this was intentional, no worries! But just in case, I wanted to share a tip: You're not quite using the center stand technique on the RE. The key is to put more force on the stand extension with your leg, while your hand just helps balance as you lean back. Once you get the hang of it, it's super easy! Give it a try - you'll be surprised how effortless it becomes with practice.

Great review. I'm in the US. I have a 2022 Classic 350 and a T100. I live in a rural hilly area. I might like a 500. But, will it be heavy is the question. I like this 350 because it is so light and it has classic character. I'm 73. Only so many more years with my Triumph I fear. I think the new Triumph 400 bike would be perfect for me, but I fear it has almost no character. I'm not sure what direction to go in. I do enjoy this Classic 350 and I think it will always have a spot in my garage. Its the Triumph I am not so sure about. First world problems, eh? As far as mods to the 350. After reading many many reports, I've decided to avoid performance mods. I'm going to leave the motor, intake and exhaust OEM. Other mods? Yes, much like you have done.

Your feelings are similar to mine regarding the 350 Classic. A ridiculous amount of false neutrals, which have virtually disappeared with miles and oil changes. The LCD panel mists up in warm weather (!?!), fortunately the clock doesn't. The original Ceat tyres are okay but nothing special. Suspension is on the harsh side, even at the softest setting. It's a heavy motorcycle for its capacity, though doesn't feel it on the road. However the bike is more than the sum of the parts, and the engine improves with every mile, to make a sweet little unit. Biggest bugbear for me are the tubed wheels, which look great but are a complete pain to live with not helped by Royal Enfield's old school mudguards and idiosyncratic design. Just fixed a rear puncture, so I know. I'd definitely think twice before embarking on a solo tour. I've serviced my Classic from day one and risked invalidating the warranty. Too many stories of basic work being left undone and schedules missed, plus it's a simple bike to work on. I don't know if Royal Enfield's UK labour rates are unrealistic, or dealers think it's a cheap bike that's not worth fussing over. There are accounts of very large mileages being accrued on some 350s, so the design is basically a sound one and rewards a little tlc.

Great review 👍 I installed the cam on mine, and the bike ran even better. I think the fuel x system does more harm than good.

Nice review. I’ve just received pea shooter pipes for my Interceptor so the Classic Rides bags will work better.

Great real world review Matt. Had mine from new in April this year, 2200 miles and zero issues…maybe you were just a bit unlucky with those niggles….bin the fuel-x 😎 As a Guzzi V7 owner too I’ll look forward to your thoughts on that bike 👍🏻

Enjoyed the review and found I had some of the same issues with my C350 you’ve noted - loose bolts, etc. Like you I de-cated, installed the FuelX, did the 500 mile maintenance - and the performance just wasn’t what I needed to be safe on our USA roads. Hills were a challenge too - especially when loaded. I changed the main sprocket but took it off as it didn’t help much. I considered installing the cam to get more power but decided to trade it in and wait for a 650 which I think should be excellent for this style and weight of bike. Hope it’s here soon! Great video per usual. Cheers from NE Ohio USA 😎

Excellent! Really enjoyed that. I think your "non-review" ticked all the boxes. Please do more.... I live in North Manchester and have a stock Hunter 350 and a Gold Star if you want to try them.

Good summary - and good idea to scrap the DNA air filter, the stock set up is best , especially once it’s run in

Great review love your "talkies " I to ride a small 20hp daily ride as yours it's fine until it smells a slope good job I live in the fens !!! But boy when you get back on the t120 it's a superb feeling for sure The enfield keeps your channel interesting for sure matt well done My wife was facinated by the way you got all the camping gear aboard Keep up the good work

"Don't do bike reviews..." and shares a great video about his bike. Well done also for the bike mods Matt, it looks awesome! 👍👍

I am still here and watching. Thanks for the videos. Keep them coming. Just a couple of things to put right on the bike. Yes, upgrade the headlamp bulb halfords do some sensible priced upgraded bulbs for motorcycles. Some people have fitted LED bulbs to save power as the alternator isn't overly powerful on these bikes,so don't be surprised if you get a flat battery at some point with the extra lamp fitted. As the charging over time may not keep up with the extra required. The surging you talked about,make sure the relays haven't been over greased as from new they are, and they make the relays play up. Also it is actually worth upgrading the relays, too. Might be worth looking to see how many teeth your front sprocket has, some people fit an extra tooth sprocket as they think it makes it go faster, it doesn't and these bikes like to be rev-ed and makes it work a little better on hills as standard. Quick question: Why did you wrap the decat pipe? I have a good ceat rear tyre if you need one 😊

Cheers Matt. Good to hear your honest common-sense opinions and about your upgrades. I tried to find a maroon Bullet 350 recently and can't! They are all sold out in advance of the new Euro5+ bikes, apparently. I totally agree a 500 single would have been awesome (I find their 650 twin feels a bit 'modern' and boring). Maybe next year! (But I don't think so...) But I think I will give a Bullet a go when I can find one. I test rode one and loved it apart from I could barely get it to 60mph, but I'm hearing from just about everyone that after a few thousand it is much more reasonable (and that new air filters, plugs, etc help).

I’ve done most of the mods you mentioned apart from fuel x module, the happy zone for me was the dna/decat pipe with the standard cover back on. I’d recommend keeping an eye on the drive chain, mine had numerous tight spots & some binding links, I replaced it at 5000miles with a did x ring & it became smoother with a better gear change!

This bike is not for speed ..... but the feel that you get from this bike is unbeatable ❤

Thanks for pointing out the bike issues as these mostly appear to be from a lack of dealership assembly and service quality rather than original manufacture.

I've seen many reviews of the classic 350, most of them idealizing the mentioned defects of this bike as "discovery of slowness". It's not only the best classic looking bike on the market, it's also performing like an old bike, underpowered, with few stopping power and dark light, but lots of shining chrome. A very honest review Matt, thanks for that. As you say, a good base for improvements. Could a transmission change compensate any of the lacking power, i.e. changing sprockets/pinion?

Great vídeo 👌 you have good taste on bikes. I own the same bikes T120, Classic 350, and Guzzi v7. And I love to know what you think about V7 stone. Sorry for my english. Saludos desde México ✌️

Great review mate!! Everything you said was on point. Also the issues you mentioned for the bike are things to be really considered but you know it’s an royal Enfield, issues like unwanted noises from brakes and loose nuts and etc are inherited issues from it’s older generation to this current one 😅 Also what engine oil would you recommend for this bike? And about the gears I’ve the same issue like downshifting is fine but whenever I shift from 1st to 2nd gear it’s always gets neutral, after pushing the gear level 2-3 times it shifts to 2nd.. this problem does not happen every time but whenever happens it just irritates a lot 🥲

Fantastic Matt, really enjoyed the review….thanks. I’ve a 2016 classic 500…have a false neutral happening on it too so will probably have to investigate…it’s only done about 2.5k miles so low mileage for an 8 year old plodder. Interested in which bar end mirrors you bought…they look ideal and aren’t wider than the bars which is what I’m after so would be grateful if you could let me know. Go well and thanks again

Enjoying your RU-vid content Matt also your stills on Instagram, I have done the same mods to my 350 and also added a Kent cam, great bikes! I think a few more talking to camera films would go down well, looking forward to the next. Keep up the stylish work. My last ride was brought to an early end with a rear puncture, needed a new tyre as well as inner tube, all done now, back out Monday 👍

Nice video. Matt

True, in the city we hardly go over 70-80 kmph but on the highways you can easily hit 120-140 kmph where the lack of power is so in your face. But on the other hand if it had more power if would probably not be this fun to ride at low speeds and probably also over heat in traffic and of course low fuel efficiency. So overall the 350 is the perfect balance for our conditions. Also those problems that you mentioned regarding the loose and dirty parts its definitely dealers fault, ive got three classics in my friends group and none of them had these issues. And yes the first oil change just transforms your bike, its unbelievable.

Absolutely agree a Classic 500 J Series engine would be my dream.

Thanks for covering the additions to the 350, especially the auxiliary light. I'm an American, and I understand the value of the relay in the harness. Not sure what the issue is with others. Anyway. I've been looking forward to this video and appreciate your effort. Cheers.

It’s relaxing even when you are not camping 👍🏻

Yep the relay takes the current and the switch just operates the low current side of it.Makes perfect sense.

Cracking video. I find my classic runs better and faster when the engine is proper hot and loosened up. Gearbox is better than my t100 but my clocks have the same issue as yours. Wish there was a storage facility like that near me in Shropshire. 👍

Yes! Review of MG would be appreciated. I personally have T120 and as a second bike I’ve chosen V7 which is perfect for daily rides but has some issues and can’t compete with T120. So not sure now if V7 was the best choice in this price range (maybe Kawasaki z650rs would be better?).

Another good honest video. Like your relaxed, no BS style. If you want to take my Classic 500 Tribute Black for a day out and compare that against the 350 and make a video on that, you are welcome. I'm near Hebden Bridge which I know you are familiar with. See video on my channel of the 500 TB. Cheers.

Seen a couple of these around Plymouth and the bike nights. Look great in the bronze chrome. Nuances aside it’s a lovely stylish machine.

Very cool clip Matt...I'm sure potential buyers would be very interested Speaking of shonky assembly....my 2nd bike is a Ural outfit 🥴

love your helmet .Which one is it?

My Signals Classic does seem to like a few revs too 😀

I would love to hear your thoughts on Moto guzzi. Particularly your thoughts on the dry clutch and its other unique characteristics. I like your honesty about the RE. Have you ridden the hunter 350.

Hi Matt, I have the same mods on my 350 dna, decathlon, fuel X lite. I experienced the juddering/surging both before and after the mods. I realised the surging was in top gear only and have concluded the surging was due to the bike trying to jump out of gear. I have since modified my gear change into top gear with upward pressure before the shift and a longer more deliberate upward push. I think the travel into top gear is further than any other gear. Since modifying my gear change I have not had any surging! Thought I would share to see if it works for you.

Hi Matt, interesting to hear your thoughts on the Classic, sorry to hear of the issues you found with it, sounds like the dealer is at fault. I was thinking of changing the rear shocks, are yours the ones that have the Allen key adjustment at the top or just the open springs? I find mine a bit of a heave to get it on the stand & I’ve read that a lot of owners have removed the Fuel X module, according to Hitchcocks their dyno showed the best performance was with the cam, decat pipe & just the dna air intake which I think gives it an extra 5 bhp.

And yes please for a Guzzi review

Had a 350 classic exactly the same. Trouble was I also had a 500 classic trials rep running alongside the 350......the 500 won and the 350 was sold. The 350 can't cope with the hills whereas the 500 romps up them. I was disappointed royal Enfield didn't make a 500 on the 350 platform. It would be interesting to hear your views on the guzzi.

I drive the same bike and I love it. He’s slow but I don’t mind. In France the speed is limited. Enjoy

Hi Matt, initially, I fitted the fuel lite, free flow pipe and the dna air filter. I have gone back to the stock pipe and removed the fuel lite. Running better without them. May have to check if reducing flow makes a difference. I love my reborn 350 . I think they plan to release a classic 650, so we will see. Thanks for sharing you thoughts.

Matt is would like your thoughts on the V7 Royal Enfield could also improve the performance of the classic 350 but you may loose some of its charm my old man had a B31 BSA in the mis 70s when I started motorcycling that would hold an indicated 80mph but that was risky as the breaks were piss poor it was more a case of swerve to avoide rather than the breaks pulling you up😂😂

It's a silly question but how do you tie the bags to the pannier? I bought one of these bags from you but I can't tie them the way I saw in the video. The way I do it, it slides around the pannier. I fixed that by using zip ties but yours seam to be stable. Maybe do a youtube short explaining how to tie them :P Cheers

Good vid Matt. Interesting comments. Americans for most part can't change a battery in a clock let alone wire a relay. I've used them 50 + years. Switches can't stand the amps that go through them. That is a good basic motorcycle. I have a few areas here in the mountains I could use one. Crazy the RE dealer close to me wanted to add $3000 dollars to the cost. No. not worth it to me. Same for the Triumph Speed 400. So I don't have one yet. I see their merits very well. I have back roads which I can travel a slower pace fairly safely. Dealers today for the most part don't do a good job. I use a few that do but seems the bigger they are the worse they are. Sadly the small life long dealer is history. Only a few survive today. Every nut and bolt needs gone over and torqued to spec. Same for maintenance items. I've seen inside the RE factory and there are plenty of workers putting components and machines together. They do a lot fast. Quarter million or so bikes a year now when they used not so even a tenth of that. The machine looks great. They knocked out the design. Metal parts well finished from end to end. Most all new is cheap plastic. Do the Moto Guzzi ride. Great bike. Always considered one. Maybe someday. Lack of dealer support around home. Interesting to see how you like it considering you have a Triumph twin. Man that new 1200RS Speed twin looks great. Be safe. All good from east Kentucky USA

Why you put the extra lamp on the left ? Surely it should be on the right for oncoming traffic to see !

It's got to be the most beautiful motorcycle out there today 😍 but 20hp on European roads would be scary 😨 RE needs to put a 500cc motor in this bike. I ride my Triumph Bonneville slowly around country roads and enjoy the scenery but l know ive got the power to ride anywhere.

I were somewhere on the middle field. The Classic felt too 'classic', the Meteor (Fireball and co) felt too modernish, a bit 'childish'. Then RE released the Meteor 350 Aurora version a year ago, love at first sight. 1500 miles this summer in the saddle after a 10-year break, she gets new treats every month and I don't feel it underpowered - although as far as I know RE scrapped that 72mph lock from this version. Once I accidently went beyond 85 mph, definitely NOT on UK motorway, of course. ;) Later I'd like to have an Interceptor or a Bonneville, but I will keep the Meteor 350 as a bobber-project.

I have a Classic 350 Chrome Red one, amazing machine. I still miss my 500 though, some lowlife stole it.

El sonido de la Classic queda en los videos genial

You might be hitting the rev limiter at around 73mph fella. Fuel x is not needed for filter and cat delete, so I agree to remove it - just runs too rich and uses more fuel. Might be useful in hotter climates when a lean mixture can ause overheating. The headlight needs a better bulb - poss a good quality LED - which will take the load off the charging system as it is not very powerful stock. I love mine though, "Vince" !

nice garage - two vw bullies and a stag. good company for a classic looking bike. :) you really have to love this bike, when there are so many issues out of the box. but your´re right: you get what you pay for. beauties are not always have to be perfect. :D :D in the wintertime i will change my chain kit at the bonnie and i will take 17:40 sprockets because at low speed she´s a little bit restive. someone told me, that this will soften this issue. lets see.

Nice one Matt, Enfield's looking well, T120 still my favourite. 👍👍

Honda has made a better version cb350

Classic 650 launching in a month (Nov24) 😊