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I am using a Honda CB Unicorn 2018 model as my daily commuter, with a daily run of around 50 km. The bike is performing well and delivers mileage of about 53-55 kpl. I am now looking to upgrade to a 350cc bike. I like the Royal Enfield Hunter and the Honda CB350 series. I plan to keep the bike for the next 5 to 7 years, with ride performance and comfort being my priorities. Which would be the better choice?
I am currently using a 10-year-old Classic 350. It is still fine, but I want to change it now. My budget is Rs 2.5 lakh, and I am considering the Honda NX200 or the Suzuki V-Strom SX 250. Please suggest which one to choose. I am open to other recommendations as well. I am not looking for a bike with an aggressive riding posture.
I’m 25 years old and looking to buy a new bike because my Bullet 350 is giving too much trouble. My budget is ₹1.5-2 lakh. I want a bike mainly for city use (Gurgaon). My primary criteria are comfort, mileage, and safety/stability. Please suggest suitable options.
If you want to stay within the Royal Enfield fold, you can look at the Hunter 350, which will feel much more manageable and comfortable than your older Bullet. But if you want to get a new version of your bike, the base Battalion Black and Military variants of the Bullet 350 will fit in your budget.
The latest Bullet is a refined, comfortable and reliable machine which should return decent fuel economy, when ridden sensibly. Do bear in mind that with the Hunter, you will get dual-channel ABS. But the Bullet's base models only come with single-channel ABS and a rear drum brake.
Alternatively, other options from reputed brands worth considering are the TVS Ronin, Apache RTR 200 4V, Honda CB300F, and Bajaj Pulsar N250. These smaller bikes will offer similar performance to the RE 350s - if not more - while being more fuel efficient too.
Take a test ride of these machines before you make a decision.
I have shortlisted four bikes - Honda H’ness 350, Royal Enfield Hunter 350, Royal Enfield Meteor 350, and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. My riding will be on both city roads and highways, and I also plan to go on long highway rides. I need your help to decide which bike I should prefer for comfort and long-distance travel.
Of the four bikes in your shortlist, the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 will offer you the most performance as well as the highest levels of long-distance capability and comfort. However, inside the city, it will feel large and a little top-heavy at crawling speeds, and its fuel economy, too, will be lower than the rest owing to its larger motor. The Himalayan 450 is also quite a bit more expensive than the other bikes you are looking at.
The Honda CB350 H'ness and Royal Enfield Hunter 350 are comparable neo-retro roadsters. It will be great inside the city, and as long as you are a sedate rider, it should be reasonably comfortable and capable on the highway too.
You will have to take a call based on how much time you're going to spend in the city vs out on the highway, and whether your budget permits you to stretch for the Himalayan.
If you're okay with handling a big bike in the city, then the Himalayan 450 does make for a fantastic all-rounder.
We'd recommend a test ride of these three, nonetheless, so you can decide which one suits you best.
I have an Avenger Street 220 that I hardly use because of my work-from-home schedule. My spouse uses a TVS Jupiter for a daily commute of about 20 km to the office and back. I am exploring e-scooter options. Is it really worth buying an e-scooter with such short daily running? If so, what are my options?
If your daily running is going to be quite less and infrequent, then getting a petrol-powered scooter will make more sense than an electric scooter. In this space, our top recommendations are the TVS Jupiter models, Suzuki Access and the Honda Activa models. To see which one suits your needs best, we'd recommend taking a test ride of all these machines.
However, if you do decide to get an electric scooter, we'd advise you to get one of the lower variants of the Bajaj Chetak or the TVS iQube. These will have more than sufficient range for your short daily runs and will also be closer in price to an ICE scooter, thereby reducing the upfront cost you need to pay. In time, you should recoup that additional investment with the EV's lower running costs.
My preferences are reliability, performance, and softer suspension. I am 5′7″ tall and upgrading from a Hornet 160R to a more fun bike under ₹3 lakh. My commute is 95 % Mumbai traffic, so I need a reliable performer with excellent suspension to handle bad roads. I want a bike that cruises effortlessly and offers significantly better comfort than my current ride.
Within your budget, you should look at bikes like the TVS Ronin, Royal Enfield Hunter 350, Honda CB350 and Triumph Speed 400. Of these four, the Speed 400 will be the fastest, but it also offers a good level of comfort and usability for daily use. Its tractable engine, short gearing and light clutch will make it a good city companion.
The other three bikes are more relaxed in their nature but will still offer a tangible step up from your old Hornet 160, especially in the comfort they offer you.
Take a test ride of these bikes to see which one suits your riding style best before making a decision.
I want to buy a scooter. Between Honda Activa, Hero Destiny, and TVS Jupitor 125, which one is the better option ?
I currently own a Hero Hunk Double Disc 2015 model with over 85,000 km on the odometer. I want to purchase a new bike. My daily run is about 60 km, mostly in the city (90%) with very limited highway use (10%). I’m confused between 125 cc and 150-160 cc bikes. My priorities are good mileage, strong engine life, smooth performance, reliability, durability, and low maintenance. I have shortlisted some bikes, but I am very confused. The shortlisted bikes are: in the 125 cc segment - Honda SP125 and Hero Glamour X; in the 150 cc segment - Pulsar 150 top model split seat dual disc and Yamaha FZS Hybrid; and in the 160 cc segment - Honda SP160 and Bajaj Pulsar N160 dual disc with dual channel ABS. I want a commuter bike that is sporty and stylish with mileage of at least 45-50 kmpl. Please advise.
Since you already own a 150cc bike, it would make sense for you to stay in this same category. Of the options you have shortlisted, the Honda SP160 and Bajaj Pulsar N160 are the ones we'd recommend you go with. Both are smooth, comfortable, stylish and reliable bikes that will give you the fuel economy you desire when ridden sensibly. Another great option in this class you should take a look at is the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V.
Make sure you take a test ride of these bikes to see which one suits you best.
I’m looking for a motorcycle with good manoeuvrability like the Royal Enfield Hunter 350. I’m 6'2" and lean, and while I liked the Hunter’s handling in the city, it felt a bit short and gave me some back discomfort. I don’t want a very heavy bike because that becomes difficult to manage in traffic, and I prefer something with a comfortable ride posture (not too forward-leaning) and a seat that doesn’t feel cramped. I’ll often ride with my parents on the pillion, so good suspension and pillion comfort are important. I also want a bike that’s practical for daily city use with features like ABS, a decent service network, and good running costs, not just a basic commuter. My budget is under ₹2 lakh, though I can stretch it a little if the alternatives are significantly better. I don’t prefer regular commuter bikes; I’m looking for something stylish, unique, and enjoyable to ride without making a big hole in my wallet. I’m also open to waiting for upcoming or expected models if there are good options worth holding out for, and I plan to do proper test rides to check ergonomics and overall comfort before deciding.
Since you've said you want something manageable in the city and also stand out from the sea of commuters, we'd recommend taking a look at the Honda CB350 and the Triumph Speed T4.
Both have upright ergonomics, good ride comfort and have a well-balanced chassis which ticks all the boxes you're looking for. Of the two, the Speed T4 will offer more performance than the Honda, and both are similarly fuel efficient.
Also, Bajaj will be downsizing all the Triumph 400s to 350cc to take advantage of the new GST 2.0 regime, and these bikes should be released by the first half of the year. Once this move is complete, expect prices across the board to be quite a bit lower, and if you are shopping in this space, it would be prudent to wait a few more months.
Dear team, I previously owned an Apache 200. My daily city commute is around 10-15 km. I want to buy a new bike with good comfort for both rider and pillion. I haven’t done touring before, but I am planning to start if everything goes well. I don’t want to go beyond 350 cc. Please suggest a bike with good comfort, mileage, and riding posture so that long rides can be fun.
In the 350cc space, bikes like the Royal Enfield Hunter / Classic / Bullet 350 and Honda CB350 trio make for good options considering your mixed usage. All of them have upright ergonomics, comfortable suspension setups and decent fuel economy.
If you are open to waiting for a few months, Bajaj will be releasing 350cc versions of all the Triumph 400cc bikes. These will offer you noticeably more performance than the aforementioned air-cooled 350s while being priced similarly.
Last Updated on: 29 Dec 2025