Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Yamaha R15S

Last Updated: October 13, 2026

Royal Enfield Hunter 350 price starts at Rs. 1.38 Lakh, which is Rs. 22,330 cheaper than the base variant of Yamaha R15S, priced at Rs. 1.60 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Hunter 350 offers a claimed 36.2 kmpl, while the R15S delivers 40 kmpl. On the performance front, the Hunter 350 uses a 349cc engine producing 20.21 PS @ 6100 rpm and the R15S a 155cc engine producing 18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Hunter 350 and R15S, the Hunter 350 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the R15S stands out for mileage and a lighter kerb weight.

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Hunter 350 vs R15S Comparison Summary

Specification Royal Enfield Hunter 350Yamaha R15S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.38 LakhRs. 1.60 Lakh
Mileage 36.2 kmpl40 kmpl
Engine 349 cc155 cc
Max power 20.21 PS @ 6100 rpm18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 177 Kg142 Kg

Hunter 350 vs R15S Key Highlights

Basic Info Royal Enfield Hunter 350 BaseYamaha R15S STD
Rating
866 reviews
1307 reviews
Brand Name Royal Enfield Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.38 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.60 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Air Oil Cooled Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 20.21 PS @ 6100 rpm 18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Colors
Yamaha R15S Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,965 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 4,609 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,005 Hunter 350 Insurance Rs. 13,624 R15S Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
114 kmph
144 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Air Oil Cooled
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
349 cc
155 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
20.21 PS @ 6100 rpm
18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
27 Nm @ 4000 rpm
14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
72 mm
58 mm
Stroke
85.8 mm
58.7 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Electronic Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Electronic Fuel Injection
TCI (Transistor controlled ignition)
Compression Ratio
9.5 : 1
11.6:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
36.2 kmpl
40 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
16.40s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
18.13m
Not Available
Braking 80-0 km/h
32.08m
Not Available
Braking 100-0 km/h
52.68m
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
35-40 kmpl
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
6.47s
Not Available
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
8.87s
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
100 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Telescopic, 41mm forks
Telescopic fork
Suspension-Rear
Twin shock absorbers with 6-step adjustable preload
Monocross (link suspension)

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
33 psi
33 psi
Brake Fluid Grade
DOT4
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-120/80-17
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
CEAT
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
790 mm
815 mm
Load carrying capacity
179 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
2.2 L
Gross Weight
360 kg
Not Available
Engine Oil Capacity
2.2 L
Not Available
Engine Oil Grade
SAE 15W 50 API SL grade JASO MA2 semi synthetic
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2055*810*1070 mm3
1990*725*1135 mm3
Wheelbase
1370 mm
1325 mm
Length
2055 mm
1990 mm
Ground Clearance
160 mm
170 mm
Height
1070 mm
1135 mm
Width
810 mm
725 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
11 L
Kerb Weight
177 Kg
142 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
153 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Not Available
Roadside assistance
Optional
Not Available
USB charging port
Type C
Not Available
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 4AH

Frame Type
Twin Downtube Spine Frame
Deltabox
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
3
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Wet sump, forced lubrication, Paper element Air Cleaner
Variable Valve Actuation (VVA)
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Front Footpegs
Forward-set
Not Available
Body
Metal
Not Available
Instrument Cluster Control Switchcube
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Roadster Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Air & Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
500kms/45 days
1000 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
5000kms/180 days
5000 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
10000kms/360 days
9000 Kms/270 Days
4th Service
15000kms/540 days
13000 Kms

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Royal Enfield Hunter 350
  • Most affordable Royal Enfield
  • Lightest Royal Enfield
  • Fun, sharp handling
  • Torquey J-series engine
  • Good real-world mileage
  • Neo-retro design
  • Wide colour choice
  • Dual-channel ABS
  • Low seat height
  • 3-year warranty
Yamaha R15S
  • More affordable and comfortable than the R15 V4, Variable Valve Actuation ensures the engine has enough grunt for everyday situations, Standard rear radial tyre, with optional grippy Metzelers
Royal Enfield Hunter 350
  • Firm rear suspension
  • Weak top-end performance
  • Basic features
  • Base variant is bare
  • Slightly sporty posture
  • Lower ground clearance
  • Spongy brake levers
Yamaha R15S
  • Fit and finish levels could have been better, The LED headlight isn’t bright enough and fails to illuminate the road properly

Is Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Better Than Yamaha R15S?

100% users have chosen Royal Enfield Hunter 350 over Yamaha R15S in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 7627 users have also rated Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and Yamaha R15S on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort in your bike. But Yamaha R15S is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance. On the basis of performance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Hunter 350 R15S
Mileage 3.9 4.2
Performance 4.4 4.4
Comfort 4.5 3.9
Maintenance 3.8 3.9
Features 4.4 4.4
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Recently Asked User Questions

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Q. Which is the best choice: Hunter 350 or Honda Hornet 2.0?
  • Both bikes are good in their own forte. The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is aimed at attracting new and younger riders to the brand. And thanks to its styling, compact proportions, and friendly nature, it does that pretty well. Royal Enfield has nailed the pricing of this retro roadster, making it more affordable than some premium small-capacity motorcycles. Considering the pricing and the product, Royal Enfield clearly has a winner in its hands. On the other hand, Honda Hornet 2.0 is a very likable motorcycle with great handling dynamics and a frugal engine. The presence of bits such as the USD fork and LED lighting gives it that premium feel but the lack of engine excitement does put a damper on spirits. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city and brand accordingly for details.
Q. Which is better, Royal Enfield Hunter or TVS Ronin?
  • The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is aimed at attracting new and younger riders to the brand. And thanks to its styling, compact proportions, and friendly nature, it does that pretty well. And to top it off, Royal Enfield has nailed the pricing of this retro roadster, making it more affordable than some premium small-capacity motorcycles. Considering the pricing and the product, Royal Enfield clearly has a winner in its hands. On the other hand, The Ronin is surely a brave new step for TVS. But despite the premium features and hardware, it does not entirely qualify as a jack-of-all-trades. It’s a well-rounded urban motorcycle dispatching city commutes with ease, but on the open road, it lacks oomph. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city and brand accordingly for dealership details.
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Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Vs Yamaha R15S FAQs

Which bike is best between Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Yamaha R15S?
As per the users experiences Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort in your bike. But Yamaha R15S is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance. On the basis of performance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Yamaha R15S?
The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is cheaper than Yamaha R15S by ₹22,330.
Which bike offers better performance Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Yamaha R15S?
For the Base version, 349 cc Petrol engine of Hunter 350 produces 20.21 PS @ 6100 rpm of power and 27 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 155 cc Petrol engine of R15S produces 18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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