I am planning to buy a new bike for my daily office commute. I am 39 years old and have some back pain issues, so comfort is a key priority for me. I am currently confused between the Honda H’ness CB350, Triumph Scrambler 400X, and the upcoming Scrambler 350X. Additionally, I am getting a used Triumph Speed 400 (2025 model, 1,500 km run) for around ₹2 lakh, which is also tempting. Could you please advise which of these options would be the best choice considering comfort, ease of riding, and long-term usability?

Autocar India

•5h

Honestly, both bikes are great at their job and will suit your needs well, but they offer very different experiences. The Hunter 350 is a very different Royal Enfield from what we've seen before, but carries some signature strengths like plush ride quality, a characterful and torquey engine, as well as great curb appeal and good finish levels. Plus, when you buy a RE, you get access to a brand which has built a very good community and ownership experience in terms of events and rides, which is something few brands in India offer you today.Do bear in mind that the Hunter is a heavy machine, and this is just something you will have to work around. It's not as heavy as other Royal Enfields, but it is a good 20 kilos heavier than the TVS Ronin.Coming to the Ronin, this is a lighter, more agile and eager-feeling machine than the Hunter. It isn't overtly sporty and will be comfortable for daily use. The Ronin's lighter weight and smaller engine also translate to better fuel economy in general. The TVS is also the more affordable machine to purchase, and the price difference isn't insignificant. If you are on a tight budget, this is something to consider.Both bikes have a very different feel despite being similar on paper, and to make an informed decision before your next purchase, take a test ride of both.

Autocar India

•14h

An ADV is the logical recommendation usually for your query, and we'd normally recommend options like the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, KTM 390 Adventure and TVS Apache RTX 300. These bikes will fit your criteria quite nicely and offer you similar performance to your R3.However, since you have said you are on the shorter side and you want something more manageable for your stature, the only option you have realistically is the 350cc Bajaj Dominar 400. The Dominar has a low 800mm seat height, and while it weighs as much or more than the aforementioned options, since it is a lower bike, you'll be able to manage it better. Do bear in mind that the Dominar is a much simpler, older and more affordable machine than the three ADVs mentioned above, and you will feel that. To assess whether or not the Dominar should be your next bike, take your preferred pillion along with you on a test ride of all the options listed above. Then, depending on what you feel, go ahead with the bike that suits you guys best.

Autocar India

•4d

First things first, E20 petrol is going to stick around for the foreseeable future, and while multiple higher ethanol blends are likely to be introduced later, E20 will be the baseline, which will be available predominantly at all fuel pumps in the country. Therefore, if you buy an E20-compliant vehicle, then you can safely use it for the coming years. Secondly, the CB300F Flex Fuel - as well as the standard E20-compliant variant - has been removed from Honda's website, and it is quite likely that the model has been discontinued, although perhaps some dealers may have leftover stocks depending on the region.