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Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350

Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 Price starts at Rs. 1.80 Lakh which is Rs. 24,293 costlier than base model of Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 priced at Rs. 1.56 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 is 29.48 kmpl whereas the mileage of Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 is 40 kmpl. In technical specifications, Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 is powered by 411 cc cc engine , while Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 is powered by 346 cc cc engine. Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 is available in 3 different colours while Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350

Key Highlights Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 SleetRoyal Enfield Thunderbird 350 ABS
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark, Air cooled
Max Power 24.83 PS @ 6500 rpm 20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 29.48 kmpl 40 kmpl

Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 Key Highlights

Basic Info Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 SleetRoyal Enfield Thunderbird 350 ABS
Rating
179 reviews
403 reviews
Brand Name Royal Enfield Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.82 Lakh Rs. To Be Announced
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark, Air cooled
Max Power 24.83 PS @ 6500 rpm 20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Mileage (ARAI) 29.48 kmpl 40 kmpl
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Analogue Digital
Insurance ... ...
Brochure N/A N/A

Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC
Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark, Air cooled
Engine Displacement
411 cc
346 cc
Max Power
24.83 PS @ 6500 rpm
20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm
Max Torque
32 Nm @ 4500 rpm
28 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Emission Type
bs4
bs4
Bore
78 mm
70 mm
Stroke
86 mm
90 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
2
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital electronic ignition
Transistorized Coil Ignition
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
8.5:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Quarter Mile
17.92 s @ 114.66 kmph
...
Mileage (City)
36.26 kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
37.8 kmpl
...
Mileage (Overall)
35 kmpl
...
0-60 kmph
4.33s
...
Mileage (ARAI)
29.48 kmpl
40 kmpl
0-100 kmph
11.69s
...

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks
Telescopic Forks
Chassis
Half-Duplex Split Cradle Frame
Single Downtube, Using Engine As Stressed Member
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock with Linkage
Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-21 Rear :-120/90-17
Front :-90/90-19 Rear :-120/80-18
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tube
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Spoke
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
25 psi
20 psi

Length*Width*Height
2190*840*1360
2060*790*1205
Wheelbase
1465 mm
1350 mm
Length
2190 mm
2060 mm
Ground Clearance
220 mm
135 mm
Height
800 mm
...
Width
840 mm
790 mm
Fuel Capacity
15 L
20 L
Kerb Weight
194 Kg
...
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
280 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
MF
...
LED tail lights
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
Bulb

ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Tourer Bikes
Cruiser Bikes, Tourer Bikes
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Analogue
Analogue
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Average Fuel economy
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Low Battery Indicator
...
Stepup Seat
Low Oil Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
...
Passenger Backrest
...
Underseat storage
...
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Console
Analogue and Digital
Analogue and Digital
Odometer
Digital
Analogue

Standard Warranty (Years)
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
10000
10000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives

Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4

  • Off-road capability
  • Refined vibration-free engine
  • Balanced Chassis

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350

  • Features
  • Laidback riding stance
  • Handling
  • Silent exhaust note

Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4

  • Quality of components
  • No ABS

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350

  • Weight makes the engine feel lethargic
  • No ABS
  • Suspension on the firmer side
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. What about the mileage? Which one should I prefer to buy Himayan or Thunderbird? If Thunderbird, 350 or 350X 500? Which should I prefer to buy - Himalayan?
  • मायलेज आपके गाडी चलाने के तरीके पर निर्भर करता है यदि आप सामान्‍य तरीके से गाडी चलाते है एक ईकॉनामी स्‍पीड पर तो आपके इन सभी बाईक से KMPL तक का मायलेज आराम से मिल जायेगा। मेरे पास हिमालयान स्‍लीट वेरियेन्‍ट है जिससे मुझे 30+ मायलेज मिलता है। यदि आप अपनी बाईक को मेन्‍टेन कर के नही रखते और ROUGH Driving करेंगे तो आपको कोई भी बाईक मायलेज नही देगी।
  • Its depend on you that which type of ride you like. if you want royal feel 101% thunderbird (thunderbird 350 gives 40++ avrg/ltrs or 500 gives 20 to 23) and if u want adventures ride so himalayan is best. but i prefer if avrg is not a big matter so you should go for thunderbird 500.
  • Himalayan will give you 28-30 kmpl whereas Thunderbird 350 / 350X will give you 45+ kmpl, TB500 will give you 25+kmpl the worst all of these.
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Q. Sir which is better himalyan or thunderbird 500x?
  • Always depends on what your requirement is, in addition, always decide post a good test ride.For me, Himalayan is the better pick, simply because it is vibe free, has a great suspension setup and if you're keen on it, can go off road with ease (this depends on your skills too of course). The TB 500X's biggest advantage I can see is the alloy wheels and the tubeless tyres setup. This is the biggest drawback of the Himalayan according to me, but carrying an add-on electric air pump eases the pain. Of course, off roading and bad roads can damage alloys hence the spoke wheel setup on Himalayan. The TB 500X will vibrate at anything above 90kmph, while the Himalayan can go to 120 without any vibes.All that said, it is purely your choice. Both are good bikes.
  • Hi, I owned Himalayan from more than a year and I use it for my long ride as well as daily commute. I ride it almost 70 km daily from my house to office and I feel great experience about my bike. I also rode my friend's Thunderbird, but I take my decision in one test ride of Himalayan. It just looks big and hard to ride but believe me it's very much comfortable and easy to handle on highway or in heavy city traffic. It's a beast on off-road track. I never feel exhausted after a full day long ride. There are mainor issues in this bike but I m not sure that these are actually issues or just normal things like Knocking sound in handle bar after every long ride, chain loosen up very frequently and other small things which I have to go to workshop after long rides, only headlamp light is not sufficient. So I suggest you make your decision wisely.
  • Hi, I dont think anyone will be able to answer this becaus both the bikes are from different genre or class. - Hinalayan being an off roader or, as they say "purpose built" bike has everything different than Thunderbird being a highway or a cruiser bike. I enjoy riding Thunderbird 500 on a highway but, I enjoy exploring smaller towns and new roads on a Hinalayan. So, you ask yourself if you are a highway person or an explorer who might get different roads after every new turn. - Hinalayan, having bit less mileage than thunderbird, may give you more powerful pleasure by pushing the bike gear after gear. But, thunderbird will give you more of a relaxed and a happy ride whole day. I hope you find your answer in my philosophies for both.
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Q. Which should I buy Himalayan or Thunder Bird or Dominar 400?
  • Depends on your riding style. Himalayan is a raw bike with true capabilities, comfortable long rides as well as off road rides with good torque. There is no issue when riding in city traffic. Dominar is performers bike with power,pickup, top speed, new age styling . but may be not comfortable as himalayan in long ride. Thunderbird is equipped with the RE 350/500 engine. That mean vibrations on 90+km/hr speed. It offers classic look, comfort ride at 70-80 cruising on highway.
  • यह अापके उपयोग, के उपर निर्भर करता है।
  • It depends on the type of ride you will do with your bike.
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More Questions |Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 Community

Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 Vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 Comparison FAQs

Which bike has better mileage Himalayan BS4 vs Thunderbird 350?

The Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 delivers better mileage 40 kmpl.

Which bike offers better performance Himalayan BS4 vs Thunderbird 350?

For the Sleet version, 411 cc Petrol engine of Himalayan BS4 produces 24.83 PS @ 6500 rpm of power and 32 Nm @ 4500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the ABS version, 346 cc Petrol engine of Thunderbird 350 produces 20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm of power and 28 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque

User Reviews of Comparison

  • Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4
  • Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350
  • Himalayan BS4
    Driving experience 

    I got best driving experience and its very comfort for long drives and himalayan has the best name for suspension too

    1
    Vimalesh (Verified User) 2 months ago
  • Himalayan BS4
    5.0
    One of the best 

    One of the best bike. This is my dream bike so I always loves it. After 3 years I am seeing some minor issues.... But okay to manage.

    0
    MuralidharParimi (Verified User) 7 months ago
  • Himalayan BS4
    Concert himalayan 

    As far as i concert himalayan is not bad for ride, Short or long journey il.It give us comfort.

    0
    Zhokho (Verified User) 8 months ago
  • Himalayan BS4
    Attached file 

    Himalayan bs4 hi sir please find the attached file is scanned image in pdf format

    0
    Shashank (Verified User) 9 months ago
  • Himalayan BS4
    Long touring 

    Good and pocket friendly bike for long touring and off-road adventure.Very comfortable and reliable.

    0
    Maxx (Verified User) 9 months ago
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More Reviews | Himalayan BS4 Community
  • Thunderbird 350
    2.6
    Suspension needs a lot of 

    Suspension needs a lot of improvement.The footrest has too much of engine vibrations, Makes it uncomfortable on long drive.

    0
    Sujit (Verified User) 6 months ago
  • Thunderbird 350
    4.2
    The suspension is not very 

    The suspension is not very smooth.Pick up and posture is good.Still i enjoy riding it after the change of the exhaust from stock to moto wings cone barrel.

    0
    Mamallan (Verified User) 7 months ago
  • Thunderbird 350
    This is not a bike it's a 

    This is not a bike it's a emotion for me.My bike was crazy love everything like parts design color everything.

    0
    Gaurav (Verified User) 8 months ago
  • Thunderbird 350
    60k experience mileage around 

    60k experience mileage around 26km service cost around 3500 engine work has done once single owner

    0
    Mithin (Verified User) 8 months ago
  • Thunderbird 350
    4.6
    I have bought my RE Thunderbird 

    I have bought my re thunderbird 350 in 2018.Bike road perfectly fine.And you can take your bike wherever you want.

    0
    Puneet (Verified User) 9 months ago
  • More Reviews
More Reviews | Thunderbird 350 Community

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