[anshumandun]

Originally Posted by FueledbyFury

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Off-topic but these pictures are really nostalgic. Not because of the bike but because of the shoot location. This is FRI (Forest Research Institute) which was my home for the first 18 years of my life. The shoot has been done in FRI's main building that was built by the Britishers 100 years ago. The building is against the backdrop of the Himalayas and still serves as the main office for the campus. My father had his office in this building and we used to spend our evenings playing in the big fields just outside this building.

[2wheelsvaga]

Originally Posted by rajeevyes

Mechanically its same, but there are differences in sprocket size, tyre sizes etc which makes the difference in how power is delivered in both models. The seating posture is also entirely different.


Congrats!! Too good a time to be a bike enthusiast. With recent launches of T400, HD440 and new Karizma, we are spoilt for choice.
Apart from budget, any particular reason not going for other recent launches?

Originally Posted by ani_meher

Handlebar is taller than the Classic 350, and the seat has 5mm more cushion.

Originally Posted by Kln

What a well rounded product. I hope it sells well. It seems very pricey for me -- but nostalgia and brand recognition demand a premium it seems. Very counter intuitive to charge more for the matte black finish on everything - I would've assumed people would pay more for the classic look of chrome everywhere.

Originally Posted by aviator1101

There are few subtle design elements which are typical to the Standard Bullet. The boxy rear mudguard, the design of the mudguard stays, the rectangular faux battery box and air filter cover on either side.

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See both photographs together, the changes are easier to notice.

Originally Posted by VwRabbit

The Bullet -worlds longest continuous production motorcycle, thanks to stringent emission norms and advanced features only the name and some design elements are remaining.

Although ABS and rear disks are a welcome addition gone are the times when the Bullet Standard used to be differentiated from the rest of the line up say Electra and Classic when Bullet enthusiasts used to say that the crank weight is made higher for the Bullet Std providing better low end and the ability to chug along in higher gears at slow speeds.
Nowadays I think Royal Enfield’s have lost that character and authenticity and to stay in the rat race became similar to any mass production commuter bike manufacturer with the simple recipe-same chassis/engine on different body paint/panels or small tweaks in design elements resulting in another model ending in more sales.

They should have laid the production to rest with maybe a few limited numbers produced the old school way and give the legend the send off and respect it truly deserves instead of renaming the Classic as the iconic Bullet just to increase the product line, talk about ways to milk the cash cow.

Hi all. The launch is along expected lines and it looks to me we're essentially getting a Classic for a cheaper price. Going through your comments, I have the following questions.

I am thinking of getting this for touring use. I aim to go "slow" at between 80 to 90 kmph with saddle bags, so this will suffice.

Do you know:

-If there is an option to drop the spokes and get it delivered with alloy wheels from the showroom?

-It looks like the best deal in many ways is the base model costing 1.72 L. What exactly are the changes from the Classic 350? Is it confirmed that the tyre size and sprockets are different? Is the engine in a different state of tune?

-The big change is, of course, to do with the rear drum brake. Does anyone have estimates of the difference in braking time of RE motorcycles that came with the option of a rear ABS vs. drum brake?
I don't plan to go too fast, so I feel I can live with the rear brake being a drum. After all, everyone was riding with only a front disc and a rear drum till about a few years back.

-Any suggestions of lightening the load of the motorbike? I am assuming the saree guard can be removed, and that should take out at least 1.5 kgs or more. How about removing the plate that seems to be screwed on top of the muffler?

Thanks!

[BleueNinja]

Originally Posted by 2wheelsvaga

I am thinking of getting this for touring use. I aim to go "slow" at between 80 to 90 kmph with saddle bags, so this will suffice.

Do you know:

-If there is an option to drop the spokes and get it delivered with alloy wheels from the showroom?

-It looks like the best deal in many ways is the base model costing 1.72 L. What exactly are the changes from the Classic 350? Is it confirmed that the tyre size and sprockets are different? Is the engine in a different state of tune?

-The big change is, of course, to do with the rear drum brake. Does anyone have estimates of the difference in braking time of RE motorcycles that came with the option of a rear ABS vs. drum brake?
I don't plan to go too fast, so I feel I can live with the rear brake being a drum. After all, everyone was riding with only a front disc and a rear drum till about a few years back.

-Any suggestions of lightening the load of the motorbike? I am assuming the saree guard can be removed, and that should take out at least 1.5 kgs or more. How about removing the plate that seems to be screwed on top of the muffler?

Thanks!

Bullet will come with dual channel ABS therefore it will come equipped with front and rear disc brakes and not the drum brake for the higher models. I will strongly urge you to go with a dual channel ABS if you plan on touring.

Yes, earlier people used to ride with drum brakes and I have ridden it as well. Infact I currently own a 1982 bullet but that’s the thing people used to ride it and there were safety concerns with it and that’s why we have the tech that we have today. The rear tyre can easily get locked. Go for ABS it’s a life saver in tricky situations.

I am not sure about bullet 350 but with with classic 350 you can get spoked wheels replaced with alloys from the showroom so there should be a provision with bullet as well.

Bullet weighs almost 200 kgs and I don’t think removing saree guard or muffler plate will get you a lot of weight advantage further this weight of bullet is what helps with its stability on highways specially with cross winds etc.

Cheers !

[2wheelsvaga]

Originally Posted by BleueNinja

Bullet will come with dual channel ABS therefore it will come equipped with front and rear disc brakes and not the drum brake for the higher models. I will strongly urge you to go with a dual channel ABS if you plan on touring.

Yes, earlier people used to ride with drum brakes and I have ridden it as well. Infact I currently own a 1982 bullet but that’s the thing people used to ride it and there were safety concerns with it and that’s why we have the tech that we have today. The rear tyre can easily get locked. Go for ABS it’s a life saver in tricky situations.

Yes, I see your concern. That's why I was looking at actual braking figures for any of the RE motorcycles. That'll help give perspective on what we are looking at. If RE feels a rear drum brake is good enough, then it may not be an unsafe option.
Btw, I've seen videos online with riders going off to the mountains and their rear disc brakes not working at all. I am not sure how many bikes this effects though.

I am not sure about bullet 350 but with with classic 350 you can get spoked wheels replaced with alloys from the showroom so there should be a provision with bullet as well.

I see. Well, much as one likes the look of spoked wheels, alloys and the tubeless tyres they support seem like a necessity now. This is especially true for such a heavy bike.
I wonder if there is some way of quickly repairing punctures for tyres running on spoked wheels.
Btw, I think it's not an easy task to remove the rear wheel running on disc brakes in case that's needed.

Bullet weighs almost 200 kgs and I don’t think removing saree guard or muffler plate will get you a lot of weight advantage further this weight of bullet is what helps with its stability on highways specially with cross winds etc.
Cheers !

Sure, I see your point. Again, the old CI Bullets at 167 kg or so were heavy enough, and no one complained about stability issues on the highway or in the mountains.
I've actually been curious for a while now as to why the REs have such weight issues. Is the weight mostly part of the engine? Or, is it perhaps due to heavier components used throughout the bike? e.g. the Tripper navigation slot has a steel covering. If that can be removed and covered with a solid plastic part, then that'll bring weight savings.
It'll be interesting to do this as an experiment-see which small or not so small parts can be safely removed or substituted across the bike : )

[ani_meher]

Originally Posted by 2wheelsvaga

I've actually been curious for a while now as to why the REs have such weight issues. Is the weight mostly part of the engine? Or, is it perhaps due to heavier components used throughout the bike? e.g. the Tripper navigation slot has a steel covering. If that can be removed and covered with a solid plastic part, then that'll bring weight savings.

I have always thought that the rider is often the heaviest on the bike that deserves to be trimmed down! The tripper navigation cap would be weighing less than most men's wallet brimming with 5 year old receipts.

[Phantom 510]

I had an opportunity to test ride the lovely Bullet 350 ( j series). Would like to share my observations (an owner of a BULLET Electra/ES350 BS4 MY2018) during the test ride of almost 10 kms.

Key observations -
1. Lovely Bullet styling.
2. Loads of road presence.
3. Gets admiring glances from people.
4. The 350cc is a gem - it's refined, torquey and is also extremely tractable. It can pull from as low as 20 kmph in 3rd gear and 40 kmph in 5th. Ratios are well spaced out and would go on to hit 100 kmph in the 3rd gear itself. Gearbox has positive shift action and the clutch is well weighted.
5. Extremely surefooted dynamics. Rock solid straight line stability with good cornering prowess ( for a bullet). It packs in good braking power as well (for a bullet).
6. Dismisses bad patches with authority.
7. The traditional Coke bottle seat design alongwith a higher set handlebar (as compared to classic 350) is very comfortable too. This rider's triangle puts one into a zen mode with the long stroke motor throbbing away gently.

[Phantom 510]

Thought of sharing a few more pictures of the Bullet 350 standard black ( j-series). Hope you all enjoy!

[slumdawg]

Since it's almost a "Classic Reborn" the after-market silencers should be compatible with the Bullet 350 J Series. Right?

Also, the teasers showed Bullet 500, Electra, and a Bullet Sixty-5 badges in the promo, is this launch only about Bullet 350?

[locusjag]

Originally Posted by slumdawg

Since it's almost a "Classic Reborn" the after-market silencers should be compatible with the Bullet 350 J Series. Right?

Also, the teasers showed Bullet 500, Electra, and a Bullet Sixty-5 badges in the promo, is this launch only about Bullet 350?

Wait, there's talk of a new Bullet 500? Nice. I didn't know that. And what's a "Sixty-5" meant to be? I heard RE may launch a 650 cc Bullet, is that what this would be?

[doomketu]

Originally Posted by locusjag

Wait, there's talk of a new Bullet 500? Nice. I didn't know that. And what's a "Sixty-5" meant to be? I heard RE may launch a 650 cc Bullet, is that what this would be?

Sixty-5 was an export series Bullet 500 in the early 2000's as per another user here. I did look it up, there are some videos in Youtube.

Additionally as others summarized, maybe the 500 and Sixty-5 promos were purely for Bullet Meri Jaan Program and not really a launch. Our only recourse is to wait as time tells no lies.

[HillMan]

Booked the Standard Black. Just love the color combo on it with the golden strip and 3D logo. I have been contemplating to buy Classic for sometime. Only that I dont like any of the currently available colors and so kept delaying on it. I like glossy and chrome with dual channel ABS. So, I was waiting eagerly for the Bullet launch and expected it to be similar to classic because they share the same platform. And offcourse it was

With the new Bullet 350, RE seem to have ticked all the right boxes. I didnt get a test ride yet, but the seating felt really comfortable. I have always liked the upright seating on the classic, but this felt more comfy then classic. On seating comfort it feels like a classic with a hint of meteor. The feel could be because of the raised handle bar and thicker seat.

The thump was good at-least on the showroom floor, could be the effect of enclosed area. It however had good bass and smooth sound. Felt good.

Immediately after the launch I booked it online on 1st Sept itself. For some reason the online booking seem to have a problem it did not generate booking ID. So I booked at the showroom again on the 2nd. They said will combine the booking and adjust payments if it went through. As far as the delivery timelines, no one has a clear idea.

Now waiting for the ride

[Proxima]

Originally Posted by Proxima

Recieved booking confirmation via email. Tentative delivery date is September 10.

Went to the dealer yesterday. They had a Standard Black and a Black Gold on display. He said test rides start later this week.

My tentative delivery date is now end of the month per the dealer.

[aviator1101]

Explored the Royal Enfield Make it Yours site for the Bullet 350. Sharing a few details.

It has the following menus, including specifications, options and prices :-

Style

• Colours
  • Black Gold Ex showroom ₹ 2,25,801.00
  • Standard Black Ex showroom ₹ 1,97,436.00
  • Standard Maroon Ex showroom ₹ 1,97,436.00
  • Military Black Ex showroom ₹ 1,73,562.00
  • Military Red Ex showroom ₹ 1,73,562.00
• Mirrors
  • Black Bar End Mirrors ₹ 6,450.00
  • Black Touring Mirrors ₹ 6,850.00
• Oil filler cap
  • Black oil filler cap ₹ 1,050.00
  • Silver oil filler cap ₹ 1,050.00
• Headlight
  • Silver Aerovisor ₹ 1,100.00
  • Black Aerovisor ₹ 1,100.00

Comfort

• Navigation
  • Tripper Navigation ₹ 5,000.00
• Windshield
  • Touring screen ₹ 3,950.00
• Panniers
  • Black commuter pannier ₹ 2,350.00
  • Black commuter waterproof inner bag ₹ 1,150.00
• Seat (seat cover)
  • Black pleated seat covers ₹ 1,200.00
• Backrest
  • Black Passenger Backrest Pad ₹ 1050.00
• Footpegs
  • Silver Deluxe Footpegs Rider Position ₹ 2,650.00
  • Silver Deluxe Footpegs Pillion Position ₹ 2,650.00
  • Black Deluxe Footpegs Rider Position ₹ 2,650.00
  • Black Deluxe Footpegs Pillion Position ₹ 2,650.00

Protection

• Engine guard
  • Black Airfly Engine Guard ₹ 3,950.00
  • Silver Airfly Engine Guard ₹ 4,500.00
  • Black Airfly Evo Engine Guard ₹ 3,600.00
  • Silver Airfly Engine Guard ₹ 4,250.00
  • Black Octagon Engine Guard ₹ 2,950.00
  • Silver Octagon Engine Guard ₹ 3,500.00
  • Black Trapezium Engine Guard ₹ 2,950.00
  • Silver Trapezium Engine Guard ₹ 3,200.00
• Sump guard
  • Silver Sumpguard ₹ 3,100.00
  • Black Sumpguard ₹ 3,300.00
• Others (bike cover)
  • Black Water Resistant Bike Cover ₹ 1,100.00
  • Navy Water Resistant Bike Cover ₹ 1,100.00

Apart from this, you have two combo offers : Essential and Pathfinder. Details are as under:-
Essential

• Black Water Resistant Bike Cover
• Silver Airfly Engine Guard
• Silver Sumpguard

Combo price ₹ 8,265.00

Pathfinder

• Black Touring Mirrors
• Black Water Resistant Bike Cover
• Silver Airfly Engine Guard
• Silver Deluxe Footpegs Pillion Position
• Silver Deluxe Footpegs Riders Position
• Touring Screen
• Silver Sumpguard

Combo Price ₹ 22,320.00

As of now, there is no option of a OEM set of alloy wheels.. However, the Classic's alloy kit is a direct fit. So no major issues.

Hope this will help other members to decide how to accessorize their Bullet.

Taking a test ride tomorrow. More details about the bike and the ride tomorrow.

[doomketu]

Originally Posted by Proxima

Went to the dealer yesterday. They had a Standard Black and a Black Gold on display. He said test rides start later this week.

My tentative delivery date is now end of the month per the dealer.

I knew a Sep 10th Delivery was too good to be true. I feel for you Proxima. This month will be the most grueling wait for you.

[Proxima]

Originally Posted by Proxima

Went to the dealer yesterday. They had a Standard Black and a Black Gold on display. He said test rides start later this week.

My tentative delivery date is now end of the month per the dealer.

Does anyone know how I can check the estimated arrival date for my Bullet?

My dealer told me today that test rides will start on Monday.