Royal Enfield Bullet 350 vs TVS Apache RTR 180

Question 1

Q. Actually question is not only 4 bullet 350. First, I am 6 feet with 94Kg. My priorities are Comfort, maintenance, mileage and performance. I have to drive 40-50km daily, plus long drive once in every month. As per my requirements and physique, please give me suggestions which bike may suit to me from following bikes Bullet 350, Bullet 350 ES, Classic 350, CB Shine and Honda Saluto?

Answer

I am 6 feet tall and near 96 kg. I have used. cb Shine for 9 years now and it is good bike for City use and travelling 70-80 km range without any troubles. Yes it struggles to carry the weight of 2 heavy passengers above 70KmpH but it's a good bike for slow rides of around 60KmpH . Now coming to Bullets, I have recently bought a Standard 350 BS6 and have to say it is a very good bike. Enough power and torque to carry me and my friend who is even heavier than me about 100 kg. Plus riding alone the bike feels effortless in carrying a near 100kg person. And the riding position is also very relaxing, you can easily adjust on the long seat, sadly it is not possible in Classic Split seat.

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No bike is designed for 6 footers. If you go for bullet get the ones with uncut seats like the standard models, there you will have the option of pushing back to adjust your posture. Otherwise go for the cruisers where you spread your legs forward like Harley or Triumph.

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First of all Remove CB Shine and Saluto from the list. According to your physique Royal Enfield will perfectly suite you you can opt for Royal Enfield Bullet 350 Standard or Thunderbird 350 as per your priorities.

Question 2

Q. What about gear system of Royal Enfield Bullet 350? I am planning for a standard, should I go for it or Classic this will be my first bike.

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I have standard Bullet 350cc (1997 model) and its gear box system is different from engine where as new engines have combine gear box and engine....in new engines if you have any problem in gearbox you have to open whole engine whereas in old engine there is a separate gearbox attached with the engine u don't need to touch the engine.....if you want to buy old model you can contact me on +91 985****329

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The gear system on royal Enfield is similar to other sports bike on market. For first gear you push the lever downward then up comes Nutral and Up 2,3,4 and so on to fifth. Depending upon your comfort in bike you can choose between Standard and Cassic. Standard is a bit high then Classic. Classic gives you a low ride experience comparing to most of the Royal Enfield's.

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The Gear box in Royal Enfield Bullet 350 is a slick shifting one on my personal bike........The pattern is:-1st gear is up and rest four gears down.. neutral is between 1st and 2nd gear... Bullet is a very good bike indeed........If you want real ROYAL ENFIELD feeling then you should definitely go for the Bullet.......hope your queries are solved...😄😄

Question 3

Q. Which one is better in terms of comfort between Royal Enfield Classic 350 & Bullet 350 for 40-45 riding?

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Comfort differs person to person, for me Up-Rite position is highly suitable and comfortable one. Where as 40-45 riding is not suitable for me. Here's the conclusion I would like to say what's your preference for riding (i.e long endurance ride or short daily commuter) if you choose you bike for long then chose ride Up-Rite or if you choose your bike for racing/ short distance commuter then you go for 40-45 commanding position. Its always good to go test ride before Judging and you have to know what's purpose of choosing depending upon this riding position is chosen, finally it your decision to choose which suits you.

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Classic 350 -- Length/Width/Height : 2160*790*1090 & Standard 350 -- Length/Width/ Height : 2140*810*1120 Both ground clearance are same 135 mm Standard 350 is kick start version with disk brakes only full black color .(Original Retro look & Road presence) RE 350 Electra comes with Electric start , disk brakes , Chrome finish , Color choice is there.(Best features) Classic 350 is mixture of modern & Retro with Electric start , disk brakes , Color choice is there. (Strong Road presence ) .All the bikes are fitted with same engine & Gearbox. Mileage more less same 40 - 45

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Classic 350 -- Length/Width/Height : 2160*790*1090 & Standard 350 -- Length/Width/ Height : 2140*810*1120 Both ground clearance are same 135 mm Standard 350 is kick start version with disk brakes only full black color .(Original Retro look & Road presence) RE 350 Electra comes with Electric start , disk brakes , Chrome finish , Color choice is there.(Best features) Classic 350 is mixture of modern & Retro with Electric start , disk brakes , Color choice is there. (Strong Road presence ) .All the bikes are fitted with same engine & Gearbox.

Question 4

Q. What is the difference in features between Electra 350 and Standard 350cc - Bullet 350?

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Both have same engine & Chassis expect some feature In Electra 350 - Electric start , Disc Brake , color options , Front Design , Chrome Details, Logo etc ,In Standard - Kick Start , Only black color , ( No Disc brake , No Electric start)

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Electra have dist break in front wheel and drum break in rear whereas standard have only drum breaks front and rear and standard have point system which electra don't and you can standard with your hand if its point is set.

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Hi there,The major difference is that the Electra gets the electric start and disc brakes apart from it, it has the telescopic suspension, chrome mirrors , mud guards and Metallic color options.

Question 5

Q. The crank weight of standard 350 (10.5 kg ) is said to be the highest in Royal Enfield bike, is it true? What are the crank weight of other models - Bullet 350?

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Hi Harpreet, Please let me know below details 1)Hope you reworked your 1970 petrol bull and it's have 14.5kg crank, is this 14.5kg crank original one of this 1970 model? 2) with this heavy crank, do engine being butter smooth? 3) What is high speed you tried or possible high speed without more hurt to engine 4)From what speed to what speed can get butter smooth with 4th gear 4) I have 1986 model, feeling vibration till 50kmph, looks it's have light crank, I want to replace it to heavy crank. How much max crank size I can replaced? 5) Modifying crank weight need any other changes need(mine recently rebuilt but want crank modification to get butter smooth engine)

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Hi Harpreet, Please let me know below details 1)Hope you reworked your 1970 petrol bull and it's have 14.5kg crank, is this 14.5kg crank original one of this 1970 model? 2) with this heavy crank, do engine being butter smooth? 3) What is high speed you tried or possible high speed without more hurt to engine 4)From what speed to what speed can get butter smooth with 4th gear 4) I have 1986 model, feeling vibration till 50kmph, looks it's have light crank, I want to replace it to heavy crank. How much max crank size I can replaced? 5) Modifying crank weight need any other changes need(mine recently rebuilt but want crank modification to get butter smooth engine)

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New Standard 350 crank weight is nearly 10.5kg but old Standard 350 of 1970's crank weight is 14.2 kg. I measured it myself when I got it overhauled 4 years back. I rode it on minimum speed of 10kmph in 4th gear. amazing G2 engine.

Question 6

Q. Which Bullet bike is suited for short heights?

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Classic 350 will be perfect but I will suggest you to please take a test ride because safety is no.1 priority. Take a test ride of classic and thunderbird and check that can you easily handle the bike in traffic and can you handle the weight of the bike than decide which bike to buy.

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Bare minimum height 5.4 ft. That too with altered seat & Riding boot will make confident riding

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If only height and comfort is your priority- Thunderbird 350(not thunderbird X).

Key Highlights	Bullet 350	Apache RTR 180
Ex-Showroom Price	Rs. 1.27 Lakh	Rs. 1.08 Lakh
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine Displacement	346 cc	177.4 cc
Power	20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm	16.79 PS @ 8500 rpm

Specs	Bullet 350 ABS BS6	Apache RTR 180 BS6
Ex-Showroom Price	Rs. 1.27 Lakh View On Road Price	Rs. 1.08 Lakh View On Road Price
Rating	4.0 (3161 Ratings)	4.2 (962 Ratings)
Engine Type	Single cylinder 4 stroke, air cooled fuel injection	SI, 4 stroke, Oil cooled, Fuel injected
Max Power	20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm	16.79 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Colors
Brakes Front	Disc	Disc
Brakes Rear	Drum	Disc
Wheel Size	Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm	Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)	Spoke	Alloy
ABS	Single Channel	Single Channel
Starting	Kick Start Only	Self Start Only
Speedometer	Analogue	Digital
Insurance	Rs. 8,359 Bullet 350 Insurance	Rs. 9,053 Apache RTR 180 Insurance

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