Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Yamaha Xsr 155

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Royal Enfield Hunter 350

Top

1.70 lakh

Yamaha Xsr 155

Standard

1.50 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

1 cylinder
1 cylinder

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol

Fueling

Fuel Injection
Fuel-Injected

Max Engine Power

20.2 bhp @ 6100 rpm
18.1bhp@10000rpm

Max Engine Torque

27 Nm @ 4000 rpm
14.2Nm@7500rpm

Engine Displacement

349.34 cc
155 cc

Cooling

Air/Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooling

Spark Plugs

1 Per Cylinder
–

Stroke

85.8 mm
58.7 mm

Valvetrain

2 Valves/Cyl
4 Valves/Cyl

Bore

72 mm
58 mm

Aspiration

Naturally Aspirated
–

Transmission Type

Manual
Manual

Slipper clutch

–

Clutch

Assist And Slipper Clutch
Wet, Multiple Disc

Reverse gear

–

Number of Gears

5
6

Fuel & Performance

Auto Start/Stop

–

Reserve Fuel Capacity

2.6 L
–

Top Speed

130 kph
–

Fuel Tank Size

13 L
10 L

User Reported Mileage

34.61 kmpl
45.66 kmpl

Chassis & Suspension

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Disc

Chassis type

Double Cradle
Deltabox

Front Suspension Type

Telescopic, 41mm forks, 130mm travel
Telescopic fork

Chassis name

Double-downtube Frame
Deltabox

Rear Suspension Type

Twin tube emulsion shock absorbers with 6-step adjustable preload
Swingarm (link suspension)

Rear Suspension Adjustability

–

Front Brake Size

300 mm
282 mm

Calliper Type

Front - 2 Piston
–

Tyre type

Tubeless
Tubeless

Brake type

Front - Disc, Rear - Disc
Disc

Wheel Construction

Alloy
–

Wheel Size

17 inch
–

Wheel Type

Alloy
–

Rear Wheel Size

17 inch
–

Rear Tyre Size

120/80 - 17
140/70R-17M/C 66H

Rear Disc/Drum Size

153 mm
–

Front Brake Type

Disc
Disc

Rear Brake Type

Disc
Disc

Rear Brake Size

153 mm
220 mm

Front Disc/Drum Size

300 mm
–

Front Tyre Size

100/80 - 17
100/80-17M/C 52P

Front Wheel Size

17 inch
–

Dimensions

Ground Clearance

160 mm
120 mm

Kerb Weight

181 kg
137 kg

Seat height

790 mm
810 mm

Width

–
805 mm

Wheelbase

–
1325 mm

Length

–
2005 mm

Height

–
1080 mm

Safety

Side-stand engine cut-off

–

Traction control

Hazard lights

–

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Dual channel
Dual channel

Features

Pillion Seat

–

Keyless Lock

–

Low Battery Indicator

–

Adjustable Windscreen

–

Luggage Panniers

–

Navigation

–

No. of Tripmeters

2
–

Odometer

–

Pass-light switch

–

Pillion Backrest

–

Pillion Footrest

–

Pillion Grabrail

–

Low Oil Indicator

–

Power Modes

–

Quickshifter

–

Riding Modes

–

Shift Light

–

Stand Alarm

–

Start Type

Electric Start
Electric Start

Tripmeter

–

Tripmeters Type

Digital
–

Turn Signal

–

USB Charging Port

–

Heated Seat

–

Antilock Braking System

Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel

Audio System

–

Battery

12 V - 8 Ah VRLA
12V,4.0Ah(10HR)

Bluetooth Connectivity

Brake/Tail Light

Halogen Bulb
LED

Clock

–

Cruise Control

–

Daytime Running Lights

–

Digital Fuel Guage

Electric Start

–

Engine-kill switch

–

Heated Grips

–

Headlamp Type

LED
LED

Headlight Bulb Type

LED
LED

Instrumentation

Engine/Motor temperature gauge

–

Instrument console

Semi-Digital
–

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Trip Meter

–

Touchscreen

–

TFT colour Instrument cluster

–

Tachometer Type

Digital

Tachometer

–

Average Speed

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Service due indicator

–

Gear Indicator

–

Fuel gauge

–

Speedometer

–
Digital

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Questions you may find useful

•20w

I’m 22 and planning to buy my first bike, mainly for city commuting, with strong pillion comfort as a top priority. We already have a 15-year-old Honda Shine that is still reliable. My parents encouraged me to buy something better than basic commuter bikes like the TVS Sport or Bajaj Platina, and even offered financial help, which I would prefer to avoid since I’ve just started working. Initially, I shortlisted the TVS Raider, Hero Glamour (with cruise control, which I don’t really need), and Honda SP125 because they are affordable. However, I’m concerned about long-term service with TVS and Hero, and the lack of ABS on the Honda SP125. Then I looked at higher-segment options but ruled out sporty bikes with stepped seats (like the Hero Xtreme 125R and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V) due to pillion comfort concerns. That left me considering the TVS Ronin, Royal Enfield Hunter 350, and Yamaha XSR155 (which I ruled out due to pillion comfort). Now I’m confused between the comfort and efficiency of the TVS Ronin and the road presence and perceived reliability of the Royal Enfield Hunter 350. At the same time, I’m wondering if it would be smarter to save money and stick with a premium 125cc bike, since 90% of my usage will be relaxed city riding and I value cruiser-like comfort over speed.

Verified
•20w

Since you've said that most of your riding is relegated to city riding with a pillion, where comfort and fuel efficiency are top priorities, we'd recommend you stick to a premium 125cc commuter. The TVS Raider is a good option as it offers a comfortable ride and a spacious seat for the rider and pillion. In that category, our top picks are the TVS Raider and Hero Xtreme 125R. Both are available with variants that have a long, single-piece seat, so pillion comfort as well as fuel efficiency will be taken care of. In case you do want to scratch the itch of getting a larger machine, you will be well served by the TVS Ronin as well as the Royal Enfield Hunter 350. Both have smooth, torquey engines, plush suspension and are large enough to carry a pillion. Take a test ride of these bikes and see which one you prefer the most before purchasing.

TVS Raider
Hero MotoCorp Xtreme 125R
TVS Ronin
Royal Enfield Hunter 350