Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Mileage

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While the Harley-Davidson X440 T and Royal Enfield Guerrilla are comparable in terms of displacement and price, both are actually very different animals. The X440 T has a long-stroke, air/oil-cooled, torque-rich thumper which really encourages brisk cruising more than attacking corners. The H-D is also the more laidback and comfortable machine, which will be a valuable USP over rough, patchy roads. If ridden gently on the highway, you could see a fuel economy number in the 27-30kpl ballpark. On the other hand, the Guerrilla is a sporty street naked which will delight you with its punchy performance, agility and surefooted handling. Sure, it may not be as comfortable as the X440 T, but in isolation, it is a comfortable enough machine. If you ride sensibly, the Guerrilla can also give you close to 30kpl on the highway, which is pretty decent considering its displacement and performance on offer. Another option you should consider is the 350cc Triumph Speed 400 / Scrambler 400 duo, depending on what sort of look you want and whether or not you can manage the Scrambler's tall 835mm seat height. The Triumphs will sit between the X440 T and Guerrilla in terms of performance and are comfortable machines for longer journeys. Take test rides of all bikes listed to ensure you make an informed decision.

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While the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 may wear dual-purpose tyres, its hardly the ideal machine to take off-roading. Sure, it can tackle a gravelly rough road or a hard-packed trail but beyond that, it will feel out of its element. Think of the Guerrilla as a roadster that doesn't shy away from bad roads when you encounter them but you shouldn't actively go out seeking them. On the flip side, it is going to be fun to ride on the highway and inside the city with its torquey engine and sporty chassis - especially the Apex variant with its more committed riding position and grippier Vredestein Centauro ST tyres. On the other hand, the 350cc Triumph Scrambler 400 X will be more of a jack of all trades sort of bike and will be a great deal more capable off-road. Things to keep in mind here: this Triumph bike has a tall 835mm seat height (a significant 55mm more than the Guerrilla) and its downsized 349cc engine will feel much mellower in comparison to the Guerrilla's punchy 452cc single. While the Scrambler is a decent handling road bike, it cannot match the sportier Guerrilla's handling characteristics and if you spend your time predominantly on the road, the Royal Enfield bike is definitely the better choice. You need to decide whether you're actually going to venture off-road on a routine basis as well as considering the performance they have to offer and then, take a call between these two machines. To help make a decision, a test ride of both would be advisable.

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Purely from a price and fuel economy standpoint, its the 350cc Triumph Speed 400 that has the advantage over the other 400-odd cc machines you've shortlisted but there's more to choosing between bikes than just these two factors. The Harley-Davidson X440T is one of very few long-stroke, air-cooled, large-capacity engines available today and it is a genuinely likable machine to ride. It may not be as quick in outright terms as the Guerrilla and Speed but even so, it makes for a lovely city bike owing to its characterful engine paired with plush suspension and neutral ergonomics. If you want maximum thrills and don't mind lower fuel economy, the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 is the one to go for. Its punchy engine and sporty chassis work wonderfully well together, although of the three it is the least comfortable machine. This is not to say the Guerrilla is an uncomfortable bike, its a taut and sporty machine and you should be prepared for that going into your purchase.The 350cc Triumph Speed 400 is a bike that's in between the two, amalgamating a quick engine and good handling, although its neither as characterful as the Harley bike nor as fun as the Royal Enfield bike. Service cost should largely be on par for all three and we'd advise you to speak to your nearest authorised dealer for each as well as take a test ride of all three so that you make an informed decision.

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You should consider bikes like the Triumph Speed 400, Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 and KTM 390 Duke for your mixed city / highway usage. The Speed 400 will be the best bike inside the city, but on the highway, post 90kph, it starts to feel strained, and vibrations start to creep in at some touch points.The KTM 390 Duke will be the least city-friendly bike - but still not bad at all in isolation - but with its powerful engine and great chassis, as well as standard-fit cruise control, it will be the most sorted on the highway. Do bear in mind that if you are a larger rider, the KTM will feel the most cramped of these three. The Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 is a jack of all trades sort of bike, and its character is closer to the energetic Duke than the laidback Speed.A test ride of these three before you nail down your final purchase would be our advice.

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Of all the bikes you have shortlisted, the Triumph Speed 400 and Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 will be the most usable without sacrificing performance due to their upright ergonomics and powerful 40hp engines. The KTM RC 390 will feel the most at home on winding roads, but inside the city, it won't be the most user-friendly with its canted forward riding position and peaky engine. Speaking of committed ergonomics, the Triumph Thruxton 400 is by far the most uncomfortable machine here. If you plan to use it daily, you will need to put up with a seriously focused riding position.Coming to the two 310s, the TVS Apache RR 310 has been kept fresh with small updates every year, while the BMW G 310 RR has stayed pretty much the same since it came out. The TVS is also more affordable and packs in more power, features and better componentry, but if you value the BMW badge, then the G 310 RR is the most affordable way into BMW ownership. We'd also recommend taking a look at the KTM 390 Duke because it is a bike you can commute on during the week and have fun on during the weekend. A test ride should help you decide which is the best bike for you.