Honda CB Unicorn 160 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350

Question 1

Q. I weigh 100kg, is unicorn 160 a good bike? I had old model of Thunderbird 350 but it requires a lot of maintenance, has poor mileage and usual starting problem.

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Please take a ride first. We can't tell you hearing your weight about is the bike right for you or not. But about most of the CB unicorn riders I ve seen regardless of their weight find it very very best for all kinds of riding even offroading in much difficult roads. Less frequent servicing also makes it good. But one thing might matter that is your height. If you are the tallest it is a lot easier but a bit uncomfortable in Rocky places but if you are very short some feel it taller and soon get used to and feel good. Best of luck

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Yes You can go for it .

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Thunderbird 350

Question 2

Q. What is the difference between Honda unicorn 150 and 160?

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1.You get the same engine refinement from both the machines. With respect to overall engine performance Unicorn 160 is better with higher power and torque. 2.Both bikes return almost the same fuel efficiency. 3.The maintenance and service cost is almost the same for both the bikes. 4. Unicorn 160 is easier to manoeuvre through traffic because of lesser dimensions and weight compared to Unicorn 150. Also the unicorn 160 is equipped with digital instrument cluster where as Unicorn 150 has an analog cluster.

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The engine and the body graphics, the 160 can accelerate like accelerate hard but lacks maneuvering because of the long wheel base. Mileage is also below average. If mileage is the concern then 150 it is.

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160 has the looks like a hybrid of a commuter and street bike with a powerful 163cc engine which can hit speeds closer to 110kmph while unicorn 150 is a commuter with a slightly less powerful 150cc engine. The 160 can easily cruise at 95kmph while unicorn 150 tends to vibrate excessively at that speed.

Question 3

Q. I want to ask which is the best bike for daily 60km ride daily? Confused between a Thunderbird and Avenger 220. The issue is I found a lot of vibrations in Tthunderbird any other suggestion is welcome.

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I own a Avenger 220 Cruise. Must tell you the ride is really comfortable and no vibrations or difficulty in traffic. Can easily maneuver in traffic. Two things I don\'t like is the long wheelbase makes turn radius more, which becomes difficult while taking you turns or changing to the opposite lane. Second is pick up is average for a 220 cc engine. Rest: Low Maintainence Cost, Spare parts availability, Bajaj Service Center Availability , Pretty Good Mileage of around 25-30 Kmpl and The Best Is You can go on Long Drive in comfort, No Back Pain, Less Vibration, Less Fuel Stops and the best Cruising at 80kmpl comfortable and enjoy the Ride. Now my friend also has a Thunderbird. Same as known problems, Vibrations, Mileage Problem, High Service Charge, comparatively less service center availability and the biggest concern is the spare parts cost. Average Pick Up. Which means you\'ll struggle overtaking. Thunderbird although gives you a very much comfortable ride except for the vibrations. For daily commute, I wouldn\'t Suggest a Thunderbird. For a daily commute of 60km, you can go for Avenger 220 Street or Cruise. Other options would be NS 200 or Yamaha FZ or New Gixxer is also good I guess.

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I own a Avenger 220 Cruise. Must tell you the ride is really comfortable and no vibrations or difficulty in traffic. Can easily maneuver in traffic. Two things I don't like is the long wheelbase makes turn radius more, which becomes difficult while taking you turns or changing to the opposite lane. Second is pick up is average for a 220 cc engine. Rest: Low Maintainence Cost, Spare parts availability, Bajaj Service Center Availability , Pretty Good Mileage of around 25-30 Kmpl and The Best Is You can go on Long Drive in comfort, No Back Pain, Less Vibration, Less Fuel Stops and the best Cruising at 80kmpl comfortable and enjoy the Ride. Now my friend also has a Thunderbird. Same as known problems, Vibrations, Mileage Problem, High Service Charge, comparatively less service center availability and the biggest concern is the spare parts cost. Average Pick Up. Which means you'll struggle overtaking. Thunderbird although gives you a very much comfortable ride except for the vibrations. For daily commute, I wouldn't Suggest a Thunderbird. For a daily commute of 60km, you can go for Avenger 220 Street or Cruise. Other options would be NS 200 or Yamaha FZ or New Gixxer is also good I guess.

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I own a Avenger 220 Cruise. Must tell you the ride is really comfortable and no vibrations or difficulty in traffic. Can easily maneuver in traffic. Two things I don't like is the long wheelbase makes turn radius more, which becomes difficult while taking you turns or changing to the opposite lane. Second is pick up is average for a 220 cc engine. Rest: Low Maintainence Cost, Spare parts availability, Bajaj Service Center Availability , Pretty Good Mileage of around 25-30 Kmpl and The Best Is You can go on Long Drive in comfort, No Back Pain, Less Vibration, Less Fuel Stops and the best Cruising at 80kmpl comfortable and enjoy the Ride. Now my friend also has a Thunderbird. Same as known problems, Vibrations, Mileage Problem, High Service Charge, comparatively less service center availability and the biggest concern is the spare parts cost. Average Pick Up. Which means you'll struggle overtaking. Thunderbird although gives you a very much comfortable ride except for the vibrations. For daily commute, I wouldn't Suggest a Thunderbird. For a daily commute of 60km, you can go for Avenger 220 Street or Cruise. Other options would be NS 200 or Yamaha FZ or New Gixxer is also good I guess.

Question 4

Q. Hi I am ashok. What is the problem of Honda unicorn 160CC, because most of people suggests for unicorn 150CC they say it more better than Unicorn 160CC? where did the Unicorn 160CC fails? please tell me.

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I have a unicorn 160 and i have been facing many problems now. 1. Mileage. It gives around 45 kmpl only which is bad2. There is some issue in the rear suspension. I read online and found the same. Had to change it 3 years post purchase and it still doesn\'t work. There is something that is missing. I have rode FZ and gixer and they give a lot better ride quality.3. They have the worst service centres. The vehicle has to be taken 3 times for fixing a problem. 4. Brake issue. The brakes are terrible like the suspension. I do not have CBS but hard braking at 15kmph itself makes the vehicle skid. This makes confidence very low at high speeds. And yes i have reported rhis issue many times and they keep changing the brake pad but the issue still persists.I have rode the unicorn 150 and it did not seem to have these issues except worst service. That is the reason for its failure

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I just bought unicorn bs6 bike but not satisfied with the performance. Main issue is it's suspension. On minor bumpy road bike chasis jump like horse. It doesn't stay steady. And engine breaking and racing has sound of thud. I done first servicing and brought in notice of mechanics but they has same old answer it's new bike will take time to gel all part. I daily comments 50 km. I have cross my first 1000 km but still no difference . Now engine also sound weird. More over you pay more bucks for such bike, where you don't have digital meter. You can't stay dependent on fuel meter. As when you top up 2 litres of petrol it shows 75% tank full. If any one has suggestion for mention point. Please do reply.

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I purchased 160cc 3months back even I have the same problem of back side sounds and the technician of Honda Service centre are also unable to detach the problem... I totally disappointed with the new bs6 unicorn 160cc bike's performance..... I will never suggest any one to buy this....

Question 5

Q. Which bike is better for low back pain person among Unicorn, Pulsar or Yamaha FZ?

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Unicorn has too. But It is good among the bikes of your choice.

Question 6

Q. Which bike is the best for long rides?

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As per my opinion , RE bikes are good in order of their quality and riding comfort. I recent drove my RE TB 350 for 300 KM long drive to Trichy and back to Bangalore . After riding around 150 KMs , my left shoulder started hurting me and due to this , I couldn’t turn my head to right , if turn so , my shoulder hurts more than normal .So I have decided from then . Not to go long ride which is more than 150KMs. It remain hurts for few days after the ride finished . It’s my opinion . It may be due to my height . I am 6 ft tall .

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All cruiser type bikes are good for long rides. its rifing position is comfortable, is one of the main reason. if you're comfortable with all kind of riding position, you can choose a bike according to your taste & need , ofcourse the budget ..

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Check for tubeless tyre Vehicle first,R.E bikes exhibit a heat a lot, since they don't have any oil cooling techniques.actually if you are a rider means go for. Himalayan or else you can consider Bajaj Dominar

Key Highlights	Honda CB Unicorn 160 CBS	Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 ABS
Engine Type	Air-cooled, 4 stroke, SI engine	Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark, Air cooled
Max Power	14.01 PS @ 8000 rpm	20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm
Mileage (ARAI)	62 kmpl	40 kmpl

Basic Info	Honda CB Unicorn 160 CBS	Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 ABS
Rating	261 reviews	403 reviews
Brand Name	Honda	Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price	Rs. 78,332	Rs. To Be Announced
Engine Type	Air-cooled, 4 stroke, SI engine	Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark, Air cooled
Max Power	14.01 PS @ 8000 rpm	20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
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Brakes Front	Disc	Disc
Brakes Rear	Drum	Disc
Braking Type	Combi Brake System	...
Mileage (ARAI)	62 kmpl	40 kmpl
Wheel Size	Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm	Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)	Alloy	Spoke
ABS	no	Dual Channel
Starting	Kick and Self Start	Kick and Self Start
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Insurance	...	...
Brochure	N/A	N/A

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