Nice review well photographed. I have been riding 50 years +. This bike has been the most enjoyable I've owned. It has been built to maximize cost. Of course it will not have superior suspension, brakes and horsepower. All of which can be easily modified by the way. (Too many mod vids to count). I don't believe "classics" can be named, but occasionally they can be designed, and this is one.
Agree with everything except the Hunter 350 acceleration timings, it does 0 to 100kmph in 13 to 14sec being 16kgs lighter than meteor which is atleast 3 seconds slower . Anyway I want to see a review of Hunter 350 and Honda CB300F as they both are extremely VFM in 2 lakhs price. Its confusing which to opt for.
The Hunter loses out in 100kmph sprint because of its frame aerodynamics and tune. Wind buffeting also affects it more after 60kmph so the meteor is definitely faster.
The 2020 ,21 Starting production meteor and the running ones are very different. The earlier ones are heavier , have lower ground clearance and seating position is more commanding. The engine and gearbox I felt it performed really well, but on the 2023 model which I had bought Is a completely different vehicle from that and has all the shortcomings of what you said. Gearbox is just clanky , false neutrals and unbalanced suspension.
Hi brother, the cruiser segment doesn’t allow a more comfortable setup than this! This is actually far better than hardcore cruisers like Super Meteor 650.
Thanks for the reply. Some of the reviews I have seen suggest for a change to the old classic nitric suspension for a better experience. Also what's your take on the pillion touring seat. I seriously need to experience tbe pillion riding comfort.
Brother if it was me. I would go for the classic! Meteor is a looker but not as versatile like the classic to take it everywhere. Also stiff rear suspension makes pillion life nauseous.
I agree brother. But I already have a Meteor and it suits me perfectly considering I'm not a daily driver. I occasionally go on touring. It's just great when I go alone, but it gives a hard time to the pillion especially when the roads are not great. How is the touring seat for the pillion? Can it improve the experience a bit?
