I've had my Hunter here in the UK since mid-March and have done 850 or so miles - commuting (mostly in the rain!) and some rides for fun. In fact, it's renewed my interest in riding for fun! It has a very eager engine, picks up speed well from the start (now it's run in) and has very tall gearing, so I go up to 30mph in 2nd gear, can go up to 50mph in 3rd gear - and I still have two gears to go!! I've rigged up my tailpack and panniers and just need to plug the satnav into the battery and I'll be off on a camping holiday later this summer. True, it's smaller than my last bike (SV650 which I rode for 14yrs) so it'll be tight for space, but it has soooo much character and certainly keeps up with the traffic on the faster roads while being nimble in the bends. The engine does indeed sound really good - I think the bike makes me feel like a badass! More economical that the SV - and no chrome at all, so I don't have to polish anything - which is a plus in my opinion! In fact, I can't think of anything bad to say about it! For info, I'm 63 and been riding 20yrs this time round (and 4 or 5yrs in the 1980s).
Sheila!!!! You are 100% the definition of a Bad A$$!!!!! Open the dictionary to Bad A$$ and it says …. See Shiela Ha! Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts and experience as an owner :)
Awesome Tyler! It is absolutely a really great bike for someone just getting started., but also a bike for someone that just wants a great commuter….The power won’t scare or get away from you yet it still can get up to highway speed pretty reasonably. Nimble for maneuvering through traffic , looks super cool , and the price is really hard to beat :) Oh and insurance for motorcycles of this size will probably only cost you like $15 a month…plus this bike is a really great bike to begin learning to do your own maintenance….and Royal Enfield has a whole series of videos on UA-cam about how to do most of the maintenance. Do you have a favorite color? Lmk Happy bike hunting :)
This is America. The Magnuson Moss Warranty Act of 1975 is federal law. It clearly states that ANYONE can perform the service without impacting the warranty. Last year Harley got slapped with huge fines and had to mail out a “correction” to their manuals because they were telling people they had to have it serviced at the authorized dealership. Royal Enfield claims that the entry in their manual is a mistake because it is the case in other countries. The 350 has two valves that use screw adjusters. It takes about an hour to do a service. It’s due at 300 miles but then every 6000 miles after that. My Classic 350 got mid 70s mpg. If I kept the ECO flag on I routinely got 90 mpg. Tomorrow I’m going to buy a Hunter.
Yep the timing couldn’t be more perfect for them with inflation at such an extreme hike….they are just really nice looking machines that anybody with even just a few mechanical Skills can work on and just so affordable.
These bikes are incredibly popular over here. For commuting but also exploring, meeting your friends at a biker café, bike nights, a little sightseeing or just out for a fun ride, they are ace. I know an older person from my part of the countryside who has just got a Hunter. I am watching with interest . I like to be able to go quite fast but should I? Realistically 60mph should be enough for me 😏
One of your best videos so far!!! We all know you have a helmet to go with any bike!!! 😎 I’ll hit you up later this week bro!!! I’m off Thursday- Sunday!!! Wooo!!!
Hahahahaha yep I do… and if I do t have one to go with o e I will get it. Thanks man for the kudos…. I felt pretty good about this one:) yeah man super looking forward to Onemoto!!!
Basically all the pros you list on this video are the reason why I bought this bike 😁absolutely spot on! I got de Rebel Red and Its pure satisfaction on all levels. Riding it everyday and loving it!
hi Fastlane , my update i put a DNA air filter , stage two cam from Hitchcock motocycles , got rid of the cat. converter and put the new open flow muffler( it is not loud) for the hunter from hitchcock on and the result is very good , i can almost keep up with my mate's KLR 650 from zero to 100km per hour (60/65 miles per hour ) over that speed the KLR is faster (it would not be good if it was not , right ?) oh yeah the KLR does zero to 100km in about 6 seconds and my hunter is not far off that .... i hope this helps .
Hope to buy mine tomorrow. It's second hand, with 2,000 miles and full service history. I think it works out $3800 or here in England £3000. Trying to keep calm.....🥴🤗
If your looking for a commuter I recommend the Moto Guzzi V7 850cc. You can find great deals on them, they are shaft drive so no chain maintenance, cheap insurance, great mpg, and plenty of go. They are also better built than Enfield and I say that coming from a 350 meteor now on a V7.
True Buffy …the out the door price will typically be higher on most bikes… it’s a rare occasion that you can just get one at cost…I’ve done it but nobody believes it lol! It’s usually when they are clearing out last years inventory or they are just waaaaay overstocked. Are you currently riding??? I’d love to know what kind of bike or what bike you’re dreaming about. One good way to avoid the up charge on bikes is to buy a low mileage used bike….so that might be an option for you. Happy bike hunting 🤓
I ride a RE inteceptor 650 and love it lots of value for money and i bought also a new Hunter 350 ( rebel blue ) what can i say ?! not a racer but fun fun fun !!! and very good quality too with character ,. Hello from Australia !
Awesome Richard Hello right back at ya from the States:) Super cool man they are such a great value for what you get I can’t wait to try out the Hunter :) dude Rebel blue is exactly the one I would get :)
@@richard2951960 I’ve been looking at all the different bikes from RE but have only had the opportunity to ride my buddies 650 Super Meteor so far and loved it. How’s the Interceptor for longer rides for you? Comfy?
Right on 👍 Did you see my most recent vid? I go the Hunter :) !!!!! I’m officially apart of the Royal Enfield Universe 😂 I love this little bike…. I’ve got an Indian Scout bobber as well but I haven’t even wanted to ride it since I got the Hunter…. I did take the scout around the block the other day and was just amazed how much better the little Hunter handles and huts honestly how much more fun it is:)
I've had my Hunter here in the UK since mid-March and have done 850 or so miles - commuting (mostly in the rain!) and some rides for fun. In fact, it's renewed my interest in riding for fun! It has a very eager engine, picks up speed well from the start (now it's run in) and has very tall gearing, so I go up to 30mph in 2nd gear, can go up to 50mph in 3rd gear - and I still have two gears to go!! I've rigged up my tailpack and panniers and just need to plug the satnav into the battery and I'll be off on a camping holiday later this summer. True, it's smaller than my last bike (SV650 which I rode for 14yrs) so it'll be tight for space, but it has soooo much character and certainly keeps up with the traffic on the faster roads while being nimble in the bends. The engine does indeed sound really good - I think the bike makes me feel like a badass! More economical that the SV - and no chrome at all, so I don't have to polish anything - which is a plus in my opinion! In fact, I can't think of anything bad to say about it! For info, I'm 63 and been riding 20yrs this time round (and 4 or 5yrs in the 1980s).
Sheila!!!! You are 100% the definition of a Bad A$$!!!!! Open the dictionary to Bad A$$ and it says …. See Shiela Ha! Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts and experience as an owner :)
@@FASTLANEMOTO 😄 thanks!
Thinking of getting into riding, and this was the bike I’ve been looking at!!!
Awesome Tyler! It is absolutely a really great bike for someone just getting started., but also a bike for someone that just wants a great commuter….The power won’t scare or get away from you yet it still can get up to highway speed pretty reasonably. Nimble for maneuvering through traffic , looks super cool , and the price is really hard to beat :) Oh and insurance for motorcycles of this size will probably only cost you like $15 a month…plus this bike is a really great bike to begin learning to do your own maintenance….and Royal Enfield has a whole series of videos on UA-cam about how to do most of the maintenance. Do you have a favorite color? Lmk Happy bike hunting :)
Great video ! Just got mine yesterday can’t wait to ride it here in NH Dapper Gray beauty.
That’s so awesome man!!!
Love Royal Enfield. I have two. A INT650 and a Meteor.
Sweet Don that sounds like a nice set of bikes to choose from :)
This is America. The Magnuson Moss Warranty Act of 1975 is federal law. It clearly states that ANYONE can perform the service without impacting the warranty. Last year Harley got slapped with huge fines and had to mail out a “correction” to their manuals because they were telling people they had to have it serviced at the authorized dealership.
Royal Enfield claims that the entry in their manual is a mistake because it is the case in other countries.
The 350 has two valves that use screw adjusters. It takes about an hour to do a service. It’s due at 300 miles but then every 6000 miles after that.
My Classic 350 got mid 70s mpg. If I kept the ECO flag on I routinely got 90 mpg. Tomorrow I’m going to buy a Hunter.
Nice dude thanks for sharing this info! Very helpful😊
Well to. Be very frank these low cc bikes are cost effective and looks great and best for new riders like me . 100 times better than chinese bikes.
Absolutely:)
Dude, you are right on with your take on Royal Enfield. Wife and I LOVE them!
Right on Lowell! Appreciate the support :) What bikes do the two of you have?
Himalayan 411, Meteor 350, and Classic .. great bikes
Royal Enfield is going to make big inroads in the USA . A solid bike a great looking bike and the price is hard to beat
Yep the timing couldn’t be more perfect for them with inflation at such an extreme hike….they are just really nice looking machines that anybody with even just a few mechanical
Skills can work on and just so affordable.
These bikes are incredibly popular over here. For commuting but also exploring, meeting your friends at a biker café, bike nights, a little sightseeing or just out for a fun ride, they are ace. I know an older person from my part of the countryside who has just got a Hunter. I am watching with interest . I like to be able to go quite fast but should I? Realistically 60mph should be enough for me 😏
True slow and steady tends to be safer :)
One of your best videos so far!!! We all know you have a helmet to go with any bike!!! 😎
I’ll hit you up later this week bro!!! I’m off Thursday- Sunday!!! Wooo!!!
Hahahahaha yep I do… and if I do t have one to go with o e I will get it. Thanks man for the kudos…. I felt pretty good about this one:) yeah man super looking forward to Onemoto!!!
Basically all the pros you list on this video are the reason why I bought this bike 😁absolutely spot on! I got de Rebel Red and Its pure satisfaction on all levels. Riding it everyday and loving it!
Sweet dude!!!! That’s awesome you are loving it!!! It looks hella fun!
👍👍👍👍
hi Fastlane , my update i put a DNA air filter , stage two cam from Hitchcock motocycles , got rid of the cat. converter and put the new open flow muffler( it is not loud) for the hunter from hitchcock on and the result is very good , i can almost keep up with my mate's KLR 650 from zero to 100km per hour (60/65 miles per hour ) over that speed the KLR is faster (it would not be good if it was not , right ?) oh yeah the KLR does zero to 100km in about 6 seconds and my hunter is not far off that .... i hope this helps .
Dude that is soooo helpful thanks. 🙏 amazing what a few key changes makes:)
Really loved your explanation, hope you do a ride review of Hunter 350 soon. Eagerly waiting for that. :)
Thanks Arit! I hope I can get my hands on one soon :)
Hope to buy mine tomorrow. It's second hand, with 2,000 miles and full service history. I think it works out $3800 or here in England £3000. Trying to keep calm.....🥴🤗
That’s awesome!!! Congrats 🎉
If your looking for a commuter I recommend the Moto Guzzi V7 850cc. You can find great deals on them, they are shaft drive so no chain maintenance, cheap insurance, great mpg, and plenty of go. They are also better built than Enfield and I say that coming from a 350 meteor now on a V7.
Thanks for the advice I will have to check them out 😀
The price point of the RE is hard to ignore. I would rather have a late model Japanese bike for the reliability. Bigger resale market as well.
I hear ya Japanese bike do tend to be pretty trouble free but these things are cool :)
Don’t worry about reliability. These new enfields are a step up. No electronic nonsense to go wrong either
Right on. Thanks for sharing :)
5375 I was quoted out the door. not 4000
True Buffy …the out the door price will typically be higher on most bikes… it’s a rare occasion that you can just get one at cost…I’ve done it but nobody believes it lol! It’s usually when they are clearing out last years inventory or they are just waaaaay overstocked. Are you currently riding??? I’d love to know what kind of bike or what bike you’re dreaming about. One good way to avoid the up charge on bikes is to buy a low mileage used bike….so that might be an option for you. Happy bike hunting 🤓
Looks like a Husqvarna 401 kinda
Yeah a bit :)
All it needs is a Kawasaki Z 400 engine and to be 30 pounds lighter
True if they were just a little lighter :)
I ride a RE inteceptor 650 and love it lots of value for money and i bought also a new Hunter 350 ( rebel blue ) what can i say ?! not a racer but fun fun fun !!! and very good quality too with character ,. Hello from Australia !
Awesome Richard Hello right back at ya from the States:) Super cool man they are such a great value for what you get I can’t wait to try out the Hunter :) dude Rebel blue is exactly the one I would get :)
@@FASTLANEMOTO, man your are on the right track !
@@richard2951960 I’ve been looking at all the different bikes from RE but have only had the opportunity to ride my buddies 650 Super Meteor so far and loved it. How’s the Interceptor for longer rides for you? Comfy?
What can i say mate , for me the Interceptor is the hunter 350 big brother (fun fun and faster) and very comfy on the longer rides . @@FASTLANEMOTO
Right on 👍 Did you see my most recent vid? I go the Hunter :) !!!!! I’m officially apart of the Royal Enfield Universe 😂 I love this little bike…. I’ve got an Indian Scout bobber as well but I haven’t even wanted to ride it since I got the Hunter…. I did take the scout around the block the other day and was just amazed how much better the little Hunter handles and huts honestly how much more fun it is:)