Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Expert Review

The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is a stylish, well-built and accessible motorcycle. A key update is the LED headlight, which suits the Hunter’s modern design well. Ground clearance has also increased to 160mm through a revised exhaust routing, making the motorcycle better suited to rough roads, luggage and pillion use.

Despite its compact size, the Hunter 350 feels roomy and comfortable, even for taller riders. The handlebar is positioned slightly closer to the rider, while the seat foam has been revised to improve comfort. The seat height remains 790mm. The riding position is relaxed and easy to live with, making the bike suitable for daily use and occasional longer rides. Pillion space can feel a little tight, but overall comfort is good.

The motorcycle is powered by a 350cc engine that generates 20hp and 27Nm. The engine delivers strong low-end torque, smooth performance and a characterful feel. The gentle thump at lower speeds and calm cruising manners at 80-90kph make the Hunter 350 enjoyable in city as well as open highways. The exhaust note also has a more energetic character than other motorcycles using this engine platform.

A major improvement is the addition of a slip-and-assist clutch. Clutch effort is much lighter than before.

The Hunter is agile, stable and confidence inspiring without feeling overly eager. The new progressive springs offer a noticeable improvement in ride comfort and handle potholes, patchy roads and repeated bumps much better than before. It strikes a good balance between comfort and handling while retaining its relaxed roadster character.

The Hunter 350 features turn-by-turn navigation, an LED headlight, a convenient USB charging port, digi-analogue instrument cluster, roll-over sensor, a hazard warning light, and an assist and slipper clutch, depending on the variant.

The Hunter 350 is a more complete motorcycle with meaningful improvements to comfort and ease of use. The revised suspension and lighter clutch address two of its biggest shortcomings, making it a stronger overall package. With its approachable nature, enjoyable engine and improved ride quality, the Hunter is one of the most compelling motorcycles in its class.