Royal Enfield Classic 350 - First Ride Review - Was It Worth The Wait ? 

RE killed the sales of Harley Davidson in India and Harley quit the Indian market, now RE is going against the Triumph...

Great vid! Happy to say that here in the USA, we just bought three of these! I'm 61, and have been riding for over 50 years. This is the smallest bike (engine wise) I've owned in over 30 years, and it's the most fun I've had since my first ride! I got one for me and my son, and his girlfriend's father as well. No matter where we go or what we're doing, we get stopped and asked about them. I'm also a big guy - 6'-4", 230 lbs. It's 100% comfortable - after I moved the bars back slightly and changed the gear shifter up one-notch. Perfection, even with the wife on the back. If you're considering one, go have a look (and test ride if possible). I don't think you'll regret it and I'm guessing you're going to love it! Ride safe all! Coffee incoming ☕☕☕☕☕

This is an absolutely beautiful motorcycle. I saw it in the flesh at the Rapid City South Dakota dealer yesterday. It'd be perfect for beginners and/or anyone who just wants to putter around town or back country roads. I'd cut that windscreen down about three inches. I hate looking through a windscreen and this bike is not going to be ridden at speeds that really blasts the rider with wind. It sits higher than the Meteor and, actually, sits about the same as the 650 Interceptor (which I rode yesterday).

TBH, the bike looks better with a single seat and without touring windshield. Also 10/10 would recommend anyone who is interested to have a look at this bike in person. Videos don't do justice to how good this and the matte black meteor looks.

You've done a great video. Over 26,000 miles on my 2019 Interceptor. Everywhere in southern California's Anza Borrego desert to 10,232 ft in the mountains.

Buying one in the spring. Can't wait! 👍

Hallo! Just about to buy an 03 in N. Yorks. 2495 with 7300 miles and a chromed tank! Great. Change to run. Just what I want. Subscribed to you now. Looking forward to more! Ride safe!

I'm 5ft 8 and you don't look through the screen; at least I don't. It stops wind blast on the chest, but not the head. Great bike.

Love Chester. Walking the Roman walls is a real treat. Nice video too BTW.

Nice bike and a very nice review. Thanks mate for doing and posting.

Nice review that. Enjoyed it 👍

G'day Jack from Australia, l like everything bike from Royal Enfield and have 2 fairly new models the 650 Interceptor chrome tank and a 350 classic Chrome tank, and both are a pleasure to ride 650 out of town long rides, 350 around town short rides best of both worlds only one problem no time to ride the 3 classic bike's l had before these two electric starts, cheers mate, Neil 🤠. PS great review 👍👍👍👍

Nice video and bike! Plus it doesn’t cost you an arm and a leg… 👌🏻

It is indeed very odd, I found the same. Marvellous video

Nice honest review as usual. RE have done a great job creating the Classic 350, it really does look the part and at the price is a real value for money motorcycle if you appreciate modern classics. If I had the room I would certainly add one. I did pop into Bill Smith the other week but didn't see a demo bike....maybe you were out on it!

Jack, a very nice video on thr RE CLassic 350. I like the chrome and red, one.I'm with you I'd have to lose that windshield, maybe a flysreen would look better.Happy riding yo you and stay safe.

Does seem that RE have found the formula for providing what you need for everyday life but in a package that does it in a relaxed non rat race way. With current fuel prices it certainly is tempting to return to 2 wheels and this or it’s Meteor sister would be high on the list of possible rides.

i agree the screen is a no from me , but that sound dug dug dug , awesome !

This motorcycle is an Absolute Beauty, it's a pleasure to ride it everytime. I have this in Stealth Black (Matte). Though I've started liking the chrome bronze more now, but anyways happy to have this thing with me ❤️

If these were 500cc and maybe 35 bhp, then I would be in!

Cool video...and you spoke the truth... As it is not sponsored u can and only will speak the truth 😀👍

Good looking bike for the budget minded who prefer a motor but are intent on local riding. Always appreciate your work and presentation.

Beautiful bike - I would just like a 650 version. The interceptor hasn't got the looks that this has.

All that a motorcycle needs to be.

Hi Jack. great video as always. I'm just about to purchase my own classic 350. i've been riding now for 45 years and have always done my own servicing in that time. How would I stand with the R.E warranty on this 350 if I was to do it myself/. I'm just a bit loath to pay through the nose for a job I've been doing for all those years. . Keep up the good work Jack. I enjoy all that you do!; cheers Andy (north Lincolnshire)

The 1962 Royal Enfield 350 G2 is basically so similar in appearance and road performance that the so called "Classic" seems to be a "G2 Mk.II" rather than a recreation from the 1950's. Had the G2 continued into the 21st Century, I think that it could have developed into the "Classic" by natural evolution. RE have a natural presence in the world being historically connected with the long gone original factory in Redditch. Other once famous British marques are, dare I say, marques that actually died out and have been recreated around a petrol tank badge! RE has never died out thanks to the Indian connection that dates from the 1950's when Redditch was still in full swing. The modern RE is the real article.

That is the version of the Classic I would love to have! What did you find was the biggest difference between the Classic and your 500? Was it the smoothness? Did you think the Classic was substantially lighter than the 500? Thanks for a great review.

Nice review. I do wish RE would reissue a 500 single with a revised engine that would reduce the vibration issues the 500 Classic had. I assume the Classic 350 has balance shafts, since nearly all reviewers comment on how smooth it is. I'd consider the anticipated BSA 650 single (if they ever release it) but I am rather put off with the radiator hanging on it.

Where did you get the gloves mate? They look great!

Nice review. Curious on what gloves you were wearing.

Just booked one Classic 350 in bronze

Chrome engine cases?? Are you sure?

Good review. Which did you find the quickest on acceleration, the Meteor or Classic? Heard other people say the Classic has the edge.🤔😊👍

Love from india, kerala💞

Nice one......

The roads in india don't do justice to the charms of this motorcycle.

The chrome black looked much better...sad its not available anymore

brother, you never did a complete scene from afar to see how it looks with the accessories

Which town you riding around in ? Looks kinda medieval.

why would you ditch the screen? what do you find wrong with it?

Keys 5 minutes in and it's all been commercials and advertisements let's hear some info please