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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.

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Since you are a taller person, we would recommend you look at the Yamaha XSR155 instead of the MT-15 as the XSR is a more spacious machine which will be useful to you. For a similar price, you will also get larger machines like the Bajaj Pulsar N250, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V and Honda CB300F. It will offer you better performance at the expense of a small hit as far as fuel efficiency is concerned. Since you have mentioned that you are considering the Honda CB350 models. Do bear in mind that these are relaxed neo-retro roadsters which will offer you a more laidback riding experience and good comfort levels. Although fuel economy will be quite a bit lower than that of the smaller bikes we have mentioned above. It is also worth taking a look at the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 because it offers a similar experience to the CB350 but at a lower price and has comparable fuel economy and performance, too. A test ride of every bike you shortlist will help you make a decision.

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Since you have a long commute and you want a sporty-looking bike, the options you should be looking at are the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, Bajaj Pulsar N250 and Honda CB300F. These are machines that will return respectable fuel economy, have enough performance and comfort to tackle your long daily commutes and also be reliable in the long run. However, since you have mentioned that your route has a lot of bad sections, we would strongly recommend you take a look at the Hero Xpulse 210. With its upright ergonomics, long-travel suspension and smooth, tractable engine, this will be the most accomplished bike to handle your daily runs. Take a test ride of these bikes to see which one suits you best.

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Since you are stepping up from a 125cc machine, a logical move would be to upgrade to something in the 160cc space. Here out top picks are the Bajaj Pulsar N160, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and the Honda Unicorn. The Honda 160s will be a little less sporty than the Bajaj and TVS and will have more upright and neutral riding positions.If you decide you want something even bigger, then you can consider options like the Bajaj Pulsar N250, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, Honda CB300F, and Royal Enfield Hunter 350. Of all these machines, the CB300F will feel the quickest, and it is also a rather lightweight machine, which aids its fuel economy and overall manageability.A test ride will help you figure out which is the right bike for you.

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If you want a standard street bike, then in your price range, you can get machines like the Honda CB300F, Bajaj Pulsar N250, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, Royal Enfield Hunter 350, and Yamaha XSR155. Depending on the look and comfort each bike offers you, you can pick and choose between them - all are proven, reliable machines from reputable makes, so you should be good in the long run, by and large.In the adventure bike class, the new TVS Apache RTX 300 and Hero Xpulse 210 make for good options to look at, and these two will be more comfortable and spacious than the roadsters suggested above, although if you are a shorter rider, their tall seats might not be ideal for you.Take a test ride of these bikes to see which one suits you best before making a decision.

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Since you have a very long daily commute, comfort and fuel efficiency both will be quite valuable for you. Bikes like the Bajaj Pulsar N250, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, Hero Xpulse 210 and Honda CB300F will be options that balance both quite well. The Xpulse will have a clear edge in terms of comfort, owing to its longer travel suspension and more spacious ergonomics. The Xpulse's tall 830mm seat, however, can be a sore point if you're not used to taller ADV-style bikes. If you want a larger machine, then you should be looking at bikes like the Royal Enfield Classic / Bullet / Hunter 350, TVS Ronin and Honda CB350 trio. All have smooth, torquey engines, relaxed ergonomics and plush suspension setups. Do bear in mind that the 350cc bikes won't be as fuel-efficient as the other smaller bikes we have recommended. A long test ride of each bike should help you figure out which is the right option for you.

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The new TVS Apache RTX 300 weighs nearly as much as your previous Dominar and is much taller than it, so if you are a shorter person, it may not be the best fit for you. It does have a wide handlebar and can make tight U-turns quite easily once you get used to its size, but that is a very subjective issue. Coming to the Apache RTR 310, that is a lighter and crucially, lower bike, and what we mean by that is that its centre of gravity is much lower, as is its seat height. This means that inside the city, it will be much more manageable, especially when making U-turns. Some other comparable bikes in this class are the KTM 250 Duke and the Triumph Speed 400, both have similiar performance and fuel economy to the Apache and are worth considering. If you aren't going to venture beyond 90kph on the highway and are primarily going to use the bike inside city limits, the Honda CB300F is a credible option to consider. It is a simpler and slower offering than the aforementioned bikes but has a very accessible 789mm seat height and a lithe 153kg kerb weight, which should make it very approachable. A test ride of these bikes will help you decide which is the best option for you.

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The Bajaj Pulsar 220F you are considering is due for a generation change soon. We would recommend you don't buy this bike as it feels quite old and has been changed very little over the time it has been on sale.Instead, we would recommend bikes like the Bajaj Pulsar N250, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, Honda CB300F, TVS Ronin and Royal Enfield Hunter 350. All these have low seat heights, decent pillion comfort and are proven, reliable machines which will last you a long time. Take a test ride of these to see which one suits you best.

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In the Yamaha lineup, the MT-15 and the XSR155 are great options for street usage. Both have upright ergonomics, but the XSR fares better than its sharper sibling because its rider's triangle is much roomier, which is important if you are a taller person. The XSR also has strong performance and great mileage, with the only real drawback being its stiff ride over broken roads.In the Honda portfolio, we would steer you toward the CB350RS and the CB300F. The CB350RS is a comfortable, relaxed retro roadster that looks great and will be reliable - a proven machine on all counts that you can't go wrong with.On the other hand, the CB300F is a sporty street naked that packs in punchy performance and is just a few thousand rupees more than the smaller 155cc Yamaha, representing great VFM while also being fuel efficient and comfortable. A test ride of these 3 should help you decide which is the best fit for you.

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Considering your requirements, bikes such as the TVS Ronin, Honda CB300F, CB350 trio, Royal Enfield 350s, and Hero Xpulse 210 will serve you well. All are reasonably powerful bikes that can handle the weight of two-up riding and keep your passenger comfortable. A test ride of all these machines with your preferred passenger will help you make an informed decision.