Delhi

shailesh karmalkar

•5w

I want to purchase a bike in 2026 and am deciding between the Honda CB350 RS and the Royal Enfield Bullet 350 Battalion Black. What do you suggest?

Autocar India

•4w

The Battalion Black is the base variant in the Royal Enfield Bullet 350 lineup and has a simpler finish for certain components and only single-channel ABS owing to its rear drum brake. However, its riding experience should largely be the same as the other variants, and in that sense, it would make for a relaxed, characterful and comfortable motorcycle.

In many ways, the Honda CB350RS will feel similiar to ride because of its air-cooled engine and plush suspension. But it has a sportier, more engaging seating position and feels a lot lighter on its feet. It also comes with modern conveniences such as tubeless tyres, a slip/assist clutch and all-LED lighting. The CB350RS is also over Rs 30,000 more expensive than the Bullet 350 Battalion Black, so price will play a key role in your purchase decision.

Picking between the two will boil down to which bike you gel with better. Also, whether you think the Honda deserves the extra money it commands over the Royal Enfield.

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Royal Enfield

Bullet 350

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CB350RS

from ₹2.16 Lakh

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DINESH

•3w

Cb350... Gem engine performance

Bansi

•3w

I was in the similar mindset around 7 months ago. Which to choose Honda 350 or Bullet 350 and I am glad that I choose Honda over royal Enfield. Extra money is completely worth it.

Bansi

•3w

I was in exactly similar mindset around 7 to 8 months back. Honda hness or Bullet 350, and I am glad that I choose honda 350. Riding experience is so cool in city like mumbai

Rakesh Kumar Singh

•3w

I want to purchage byke for Iong Drive please advice me Which byke best

Saikumar

•3w

Bullet 350

Girish

•3w

Want to buy gurella or KTM 390 what’s your suggestion about these two bike.

Mukesh

•4w

Meteor 350 is the best for Honda buyers

DINESH

•3w

No way...

Rohan

•4w

I have purchased recently, honda 350 rs, engine is so refined and comfortable

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•5d

I want to buy a 125-150 cc bike. My height is 165 cm. I want it for the daily office commute. I want a bike with low seat height, not too high, with a refined engine, decent mileage of 45+ and with ABS.

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•2d

I am 5ft 4 inches in height. Which Royal Enfield would be suitable for me so that I don't have to tiptoe? I was thinking Meteor 350.

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•1d

The Royal Enfield Meteor 350 has a very manageable 765mm seat height, which should suit your stature. But if you want the lowest 350cc Royal Enfield bike, then it would be the Goan Classic. The Goan has an even lower 750mm perch, which will be even easier to flatfoot.Do bear in mind that the Goan Classic's handlebars are taller than usual, and this is something you should pay attention to on a test ride. We'd advise taking test rides of both the Meteor and Goan and pick whichever one suits you best and the one you prefer the look of more.

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I am planning to buy a reliable motorcycle that can cruise comfortably for long distances while also offering a great ownership experience in terms of reliability, fuel efficiency, and service costs. I am interested in the Suzuki V-Strom SX, but I feel a bit skeptical since it is now an older model. Is it still worth buying the V-Strom SX in 2026, or are there other motorcycles that can match the expectations I mentioned above?

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•6d

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