Royal Enfield Hunter 350 price in Guwahati

Consider your usage and budget, bikes like the TVS Ronin and Royal Enfield Hunter 350 will be options we recommend you take a look at. Both are smooth and comfortable machines with neutral riders' triangles, which will be conducive to long stints in the saddle. 

You can even take a look at the Hero Xpulse 210 if you want a dual-purpose machine. It will be the most comfortable and capable of the three bikes we've suggested here. 

However, it is also the tallest, so if you are a shorter rider who isn't comfortable with tall bikes, then this may not be the best bet for you. 

Take a test ride of everything you shortlist before you make a decision.

Both the Yamaha XSR155 and Royal Enfield Hunter 350 will make for good beginner bikes, but both have distinct riding experiences and USPs. 

The XSR is far lighter, and its fuel economy will also be a tangible increase in comparison to the Hunter. However, it has a taller seat height (810mm) than the Hunter (790mm) so if you are a shorter person or just want the assurance of being able to plant both feet on the ground at a stop, this is something to consider.

Both bikes also have different characters thanks to their engine and chassis combination. The XSR might look old-school, but it is a properly sporty bike to ride and feels more energetic; however, over bad roads, its stiffer suspension will transfer some impacts to your back. On the flip side, the Hunter's slow-revving thumper of an engine will feel better when ridden sedately, and while it's not a lethargic handler, it also cannot be called sporty. 

A proper test ride of both will help you decide which one is the best option for you. 

Considering your usage and budget, you can look at bikes like the Royal Enfield Hunter / Bullet / Classic 350, Honda CB350 trio, TVS Ronin and the Hero Xpulse 210. All have spacious seats, comfortable suspension and have decent braking performance too. A test ride of all these machines with your wife sitting behind you will help you decide which is the right fit for you. 

Do bear in mind that making the switch from a scooter to a motorcycle will need good hand and foot coordination to operate the clutch and gear pedal.  We recommend you practice on a used bike first before taking the plunge. 

For shorter durations, the Royal Enfield Meteor's feet-forward and generally more laid-back riding position will feel more comfortable. However, when you start spending more time in the saddle and over big bumps, your spine will bear the brunt of the jolt. It is because your arms and legs are outstretched. 

In comparison, the Royal Enfield Hunter's more neutral and upright riding position will be a better fit overall in all sorts of situations you will find yourself in. 

Coming to pillion comfort, that's where the Meteor will have the upper hand because of its spacious split pillion seat. Although, the Hunter isn't too bad, especially if you and your pillion aren't very large people. 

Take a proper test ride and pay attention to how both bikes behave over bad patches of road to determine which is the better option for you. 

If you want to stay in the same displacement range as your Unicorn, you can look at the Bajaj Pulsar N160 and the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V. Both have great suspension, peppy performance and will return similar fuel economy to your Unicorn. 

If you want to make a step up, then bikes like the Royal Enfield Hunter / Bullet / Classic 350, TVS Ronin, and Honda CB350 trio will make for good commuting partners. These are bikes with upright, neutral ergonomics, plush suspension setups and torquey, smooth engines. Expect lower fuel economy in comparison to your Unicorn, however, by virtue of its larger displacement.

Lastly, the Hero Xpulse 210 is a wonderful do-it-all machine which will have the best suspension comfort of all the bikes listed here.

A test ride of all of these bikes will help you determine which one is best for you.

All three of the Royal Enfield 350s you have shortlisted will serve you well, but each has a different character. The Hunter 350 is the lightest and most affordable one and will be the most agile in the city, where you spend most of your time. The Bullet is a retro roadster with a commanding riding position that is going to feel quite a big larger. This will be the most comfortable bike owing to its neutral ergonomics and great suspension. The Meteor 350, with its laid-back rider triangle, will feel the most relaxed to sit on. But all your weight will be on your tailbone, which won't be ideal when tackling road imperfections. 

Of the three, the Hunter makes the most sense for your usage, but a test ride of all three will help clear the picture for you. 

Since you have had a good experience with your Honda Hornet, you could stick with the same brand and step up to any of the Honda CB350 models. All are mechanically very similar, and picking between the three comes down largely to which one you prefer the look of, as well as pricing. All three are comfortable, torquey, well-finished and decently fuel-efficient machines. 

If you want to switch things up, Royal Enfield has three 350cc machines which deserve your attention - Hunter, Bullet and Classic. The Hunter is the lightest and most agile machine of these three and will feel the smallest, too. 

The Bullet and Classic are considerably heavier and have commanding riding positions and great suspension. 

A test ride of all these 350s should help you decide which is the best option for you.