Long Term Review | Royal Enfield Classic 350 | The Pure Essence of A mid 20th century 350 single!

18 month review of the Royal Enfield 350 classic REborn There is more to these motorcycles than handling and top speed. Most people are completely missing the point!

[jakel]

I'm someone who had zero experience working on vehicles/engines up until I bought my RE. Using your videos, along with some others, I've managed to install crash bars and a sump guard, change my oil, adjust my tappets, and adjust my chain. I'd say it doesn't take experience to work on, just good instructions and some basic mechanical comprehension. My journey on this started when my dealership said it'd be around $650 to get my valves adjusted. I wasn't about to drive an hour to pay someone that much for something I could learn to do myself, andhavent turned back

[Keys]

I had the speedometer issue as well, but I live in Arizona, U S.A. where nobody cares if your speedometer works or not. Therefore, I simply rode the bike until the parts came in...about three weeks. It took the dealer three days to replace and I was out the door. Wonderful dealer! Like you, I do my own maintenance so I save some money there and in return, I gain a "relationship" with my bike. A wonderful thing!

[paulmears]

A motorcycle for motorcyclists; spot on.
I have almost 1k miles on my Hunter since late October this year, I've done the service myself, as is my habit, and found the bike to be the equal of, or better than my previous Japanese bikes in fit, finish and equipment.
I want a lot of the same things the Indian home market wants; reliability, ease of maintenance, and good value.
RE delivers👌

[Tildog]

Excellent review, confirmed my decision to buy one or Bullet 350, will suit the style of riding I want to do nowadays and I'm happy getting the spanners out for maintenance and mods.

[philedwards]

🎄Merry Christmas🎄 Stuart. I've owned my Meteor for 18 months now, and apart from the first service, I've carried out all other services myself. The bike's just clicked over 15, 000Klms and I've had no issues so far. A great little bike that I thoroughly enjoy riding. Looking forward to your spooky Christmas story.👻

[frankmarkovcijr]

They should have hydraulic valve adjustment and belt drive to eliminate 2 major services.Old Hondas and Triumph had easy to adjust valves with simple to remove valve caps for easy access to the valves without taking the gas tank off. My Sportster just needs the fluids and filters changed.

[steveowens]

There is something about your videos, Stuart. I just enjoy hearing from you, and seeing you ride about. Subscribed today. At 72, I am off of my motorcycles now, but still up on two wheels on a bicycle - it's not the same experience, but very close at times, very enjoyable still.

[rfmexmw]

Wholeheartedly agree, bikes can get under the skin, I feel exactly the same about my little 321cc Yamaha MT03. I bought it initially due to it’s low seat height but then it grew on me due to it’s low weight, brilliant fuel consumption, excellent build quality, slick gearbox, super smooth power delivery, 100% Yamaha reliability, cheap servicing and enough power (42 bhp) to enable overtakes, headwinds and hills to be conquered with ease. Downsides, I don’t suppose the looks are to everyone’s taste, but you don’t see it when you’re sat on it !

[stevewalker]

Good morning Stu. Another good video. Not had any problems with my Interceptor. Misting of the clocks can be a nuisance at times but not bad enough to find a solution. I am capable of doing my own servicing but so far have only done the minor stuff. Enfields are pretty old school in their design & don’t seem too complicated.
I like your Xmas spooky stories & will definitely watch, if you decide to do one.

[mvago]

A known fault with the speedo and yet the importers don't keep any in stock? Disgraceful.

[michaelabernathy]

Stellar video, Sir! Thank you for fleshing out the errant speedo issue. My valve lash experience on both the INT and Meteor, with over 6500 miles on both, is after the initial 300-mile adjustment no further adjustments have been necessary. I have and will continue to check every 6000 miles. Just a guess but I think allowing the engines to run a couple of minutes unloaded when cold and common-sense riding is responsible. Enjoy your well-deserved break Stuart and Happy Holidays to you and yours!

[pensforgts]

i have a vespa gts 125 2022, i love it 12 hp enough for me but i want this bike besides it too just for the looks and feel. if its half the exicitment of vespa its still a win for me.

[zdendaderman]

I can't believe that it's been over a year now since I've followed this channel. I remember last year's spooky Christmas story, and it was fab ❤ Looking forward for this year's one 👍

[Kevb]

Thanks for the update Stuart. Interesting news about the home maintenance.
I had an issue with the rubber on the rear tyre on my Himalayan breaking down. My local dealer at the time King’s ended taking a wheel off a new bike to
put on mine and sorting it with Moto GB because it was dragging on. Seems it helps having a good dealer 👍

[brianperry]

l believe DIY is all part of the ownership experience..back in Ye Olden days adjustments/spanner work was the norm. Tappets, 'points', brakes, chain...sometimes two if pre-unit..plus various, depending on make/model..There is a certain satisfaction involved ....Even now sixty years later l still do what l can.

[girlinagale]

Dealer said service would cost £250. I think I'll study your video and get the pleasure of learning more about the bike. And save £250.

[sbsb]

Your oil was so new and clean. Why did you drain it? 😢😢😢😢😢😢

[skotty]

Thank you Stuart. Almost 5000km on my Hunter 350, absolutly no issues as well. Very fun urban commuter for a 60 year old gent. The Himalayan 450 is now available for pre-order here in Australia for $8990.00 AUS. Tempting. Which is exactly the same price as the CF Moto 450MT interestingly enough. A light weight adventure bike might be fun. But, I think my heart belongs to Royal Enfield.

[Countess]

I have a 350 classic in red, too. Picked one up last spring. This is easily the most reliable bike I've ever owned. I've had a total of 5 REs, this being the 5th.
I have this one and a 2008 bullet remaining. The bullet is actually in my profile pic behind me.
I have a sentimental attachment to the 08, so I won't sell. But, as far as reliability, these two bikes are worlds apart unsurprisingly.
I can't see parting with either. When I first saw the 350 in red, it reminded me of an old BSA with that color scheme. It's such a gorgeous bike. Unlike the 08, I know I can go into the garage, and it'll start right up. Also, it is so comfortable to ride, and the low center of gravity makes it very easy to manage.
Happy Christmas and New Year! I'm looking forward to the spooky story on Friday. All the best!

[macdog]

Re maintenance, our Mazda CX3 is 10, 000 k or 6, 000 miles.