In 2012, I spent 50 days travelling across the Himalayas on a RE 350 classic 2005 bike. Myself and my friend on the bike with two 35 kg haversacks tied on to side carriers. Any other bike would have had serious damages considering the bike was hauling about 230 Kgs for 14 hours a day in very rough terrain. But the RE stood strong except for a few flat tyres. I'm sure the RE Hunter is as strong as the classic.

@bibekjung7404

Жыл бұрын

Kabir Almighty God Creator of All Souls

Great clear review Royal Enfield always fantastic value for money unlike the other manufacturers no wonder I own 3 of them 😊👍

@matthewtoes6433

Жыл бұрын

so, what's your opinion on this bike would you like to own one if you were to live in London as far as commuting goes its good enough

@henrysmith5604

Жыл бұрын

@@matthewtoes6433 Hi Matthew I’m waiting for my local dealer to get a Demo i like the fact that it’s lighter than my other 350’s it’s a strong possibility that I will buy one

That's what you call a real life road test, spot on Kate.....

It's what I pictured London to be actually. 🤣🤣 As for the bike, I think this is the perfect environment for it. A well rounded commuter. 👍

I went for a ride to the Gold Coast a few weeks ago and stopped for a hot tea at a small town 35 kilometres from the coast. I parked beside a Royal Enfield model called the Intercepter 650 and was later talking to the owner. He liked it and it looked to be a well finished bike too. Kate, I really appreciate how you ride and test such a wide variety of bikes. Well done to you.

Looks a decent little run around the 350 , great vlog Kate although going through London is like death race 2022 🤣🤣🤣 stay safe out there 👍🏻

Fantastic vlog. Very nice bike. Gonna find more about it on YT. Big thumbs up Kate👍👍🇳🇱

Nice review. Love your enthusiastic delivery, well done!

Excellent review!! You did a fantastic job. I fancy the dapper ash livery.

@UsernameKate

Жыл бұрын

oooh nice choice! and thank you!

The Blue and white which Ruby is riding looks fab.Great video

Fantastic job Kate 👍🏍️ authough I'm too old for this......I'm sure I would be considering one if I could 🥰.... excellent video Kate well done 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

Awesome review thanks for sharing, big love from Australia 😊

Nice bike! Great to see some of that there Londons sights too! Awesome Kate 👍

Loved the video and love the new HNTR

Another great vlog Kate looking forward to seeing your next one ride safe lovely 😍

Nice to see you riding around my old stomping ground Kate(the Brick Lane Beigel shop was a sunday morn fave). Chunky looking bike too!

Had the Dapper Grey for about 3 months in Thailand 🇹🇭 and absolutely love it . Believe it or not its about a thousand pound cheaper too ❤

Great real world review I’ve had my Hunter 350 just 1 week and covered just 80 miles as I don’t want to cover it in salt that we have here in the Peak District , so far I love it , looks great , sounds great , comfy and economic and so easy to ride 👍

@evoj9028

Жыл бұрын

I’m thinking about this bike for my first , I’m 5’10 and scared I’ll be too big for it as it’s a dinky bike

Great video !! Other bikes are fast, Enfields are always FUN !

I would admit...i did not think I would see you on an RE...but im glad you loved this ride...I am now looking forward to you trying out their entire range Kate! Love from India!

you can just feel your smile through this whole video.. RE are nailing it.. :)

Nice ride 'n review Kate. Bet that cures you of any city rides for awhile traffic wise. Hope another plus is the HNTR is less likely (may be) target for theft than with higher end bikes being the target.

Great review , just waiting on a test ride myself before buying one.

Kate your so lucky riding these lovely motorcycles you have all the fun

I would say it also is a option for us older riders. Light, low horsepower, you can do your own valves and DIY tire changes.

KATE I' M FROM MÉXICO !!! I HAVE MY INTERCEPTOR 650cc. ORANGE CRUSH, I I LOVE IT, GREAT TRADE MARK !!!

I wasn't expecting that! Loads of people are reviewing this and other Royal Enfield bikes right now, the are hugely popular and address the growing feeling that the days of "Big Touring Bikes" are coming to an end. But I didn't expect to see you or your Buddy, Ruby riding one of these. I was very surprised to hear you directly answer my question (yeah, but you wouldn't buy one would you?) because I don't get the impression that they would be fast (or branded) enough for you. Very interesting. Much kudos to you for going anywhere near London on a motorbike. It isn't my idea of a fun time.

@UsernameKate

Жыл бұрын

Huh? things don't have to be fast or 'branded' enough for me to like them - although I think RE is a HUGE brand. But no, I'd definitely own one. Lovely machine! Glad you found it interesting :)

Hi Kate. Looks like you are keeping busy with the reviews, enjoyed this one thank you. I am hopefully picking up my new HNTR today, a blue and white one, planning to go touring on it and will defo be avoiding central London. The G310r has gone.

This is getting a lot of interest at the RE shop I work at. There’s a couple more REs coming out soon.

That looked awesome fun!

Great video & content just ordered one in Dapper grey to keep my GT650 continental company in the garage.

@UsernameKate

Жыл бұрын

Lovely!! I think dapper grey was my favourite 😍

Kate your crazy love the Royal Enfield what a motorcycle 🙌

i love the looks of bike and your accent sound so cool.

Great bike, awesome video!

Lovely spin out with the buddies in London. Was that a blue dog? 😳 Bike sounded good. Got a good day for it.

Another great bike from Royal Enfield. I need to take a closer look at these at the bike show

Nice video, the gray (or grey) one is the best color imo. Keep it up.

Good one unk.. Little Katie in the big city with Ruby on usa Enfields.. 😊

Nice bike! Glad you are up and running again. New Jacket? P.s Cant wait to see the new Meteor in the flesh. Maybe buy one.

The new range of bikes should be another good seller for RE just like the Interceptor 👍thanks for sharing 👍👍.

Nice little bikes. Looks good in Red but so tempting to add “Mail” under the Royal logo on the tank.

Love your vids❤

@UsernameKate

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

WoW, London is just like NYC traffic. The only exception is that we drive on the opposite side of the road. But the aggressive driving conditions are the same. What a Brilliant video 😊

Your burnout didn’t half make me smile 😆😆 brilliant video 👏🏻😎👍🏻😁

@UsernameKate

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it :)

I just discovered your channel a couple of days ago and love your reviews. Plus I could listen to that accent all day nobody says KOOL better than you LOL. and yes unfortunately I'm some 50 plus year old in the US. Sorry to be another subscriber from that age 🙃Keep up the good work

@UsernameKate

10 ай бұрын

Haha never apologise, I am just grateful you're here! Thanks for subbing, glad you like the vlogs! :)

Fun video! It’s more of a tour of London than a bike review! Ha ha I own the meteor 350 and I’m a big fan of the engine Very good looking bike- The two-tone is a must I love the attention to detail and the sculpture on the tank. Reminds me of a small Ducati monster but more comfortable. Here in America we call those “urban assault bikes” Looking forward to our dealers getting it here in the states Cheers USA

Great review and ride through London!!!👍👍👍

@UsernameKate

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Jose 😊

@joseluiscervantesmartinez8989

Жыл бұрын

@@UsernameKate 🙏🙏🙏

Hi Kate the bike looks excellent rather you than me riding in London. I wonder what it is like on motorway ride keep up the great blogs take care

Proudly made in india... Glad that you liked and enjoyed riding this bike...

Fell into saleswoman mode at the end there Kate. 👍

@UsernameKate

Жыл бұрын

Nah, I don't know what that mode is anymore 🤣

i like how Kate relates with stranger bikers. Very well

Hi Kate, the bike is good looking and good value for money quality finish and worth the money and worth he being

I hope we get this bike in the US. I already have an Indian Scout Rogue but I'd like a small nimble bike to get around town and commute in the summer.

If I was in the market for a new bike, I would have a Royal Enfield. I like their pricing but especially the lack of modernity, easy to look after and service plus like you said a centre stand.

seems to look like it rides well and sounds pretty good. for a 350 its got some poke to it as it seems to just go.

Looks good Kate

Thanks for the great review, Katae! Two questions: does it have a trip meter - or even two? And do you think you could tour on it? Cheers!

You GO GIRLS! How frickin fantastic!! Loved it, subscribing. How the HECK did you get the weather for it?

@UsernameKate

Жыл бұрын

Haha thanks man, and you're right, we LUCKED out with the weather!!! 😁

@badbrig

Жыл бұрын

@@UsernameKate come to Ireland for a spin!!

Styling looks good, and great value as a commuter, would have been near perfect with a bit more power

Where do the marketing people get their ideas from? A bike is a bike. For me the Hunter 350 is aimed at anyone who wants a modern, great looking, classically styled bike. Someone who won’t be doing lots of high speed, long distance riding. It’s size and set up means it can be ridden by anyone and its financially within the reach of many.

Perfect bike for London and city's look's like fun 👌

I need to get one of these!

What a lovely voice, greetings from 🇲🇽.

Booked rebel blue. It was fun during test drive. There was a bit heating issue near calves. Did u feel the same?

How do RE do it for the money,proper looking motorbikes of a great quality and so so cheap. Great video.👍🏻

@sumitsinghsolanki6411

Жыл бұрын

Or maybe other brands like bigger profit margins 🤞

Reminds me of the previous Yamaha XSR900. Dirt cheap alright, it costs less than my exhaust!

Went to London once, best thing about it was getting out and back to Westhoughton

Its price in India (if converted ) it is half of it. Quite affordable and in the range of many other smaller and daily commuter bikes

One of my favourite small bikes at NEC yesterday. Last year I looked at Meteor but heel / toe gear change put me off. Prefer this to Classic too. Slow though compared with my ADV350

@Plough78

Жыл бұрын

East to slap custom lever on minus the heel.. I never used the heel during my test drive.. Loved the bike but maybe the hunter makes more sense.. 95% time I'll be driving around chiang Mai... Tough call. Wish I could just buy every bloody one.. 🤣 *Crap Game*

That looked enjoyable 🤣 royal enfield have certainly gone up a gear. This bike for the quality and price is outstanding tbh. Its the perfect city commuter and back lane country machine. I personally think other manufacturers are starting to be concerned as enfield are controlling a small portion of the market..

Nope, it's called the hunter, there is a copyright issue with the name here, so while they may use those letters on the side, it's simply a get round, but just as in America the Intercepter name can't be official used, there is no legal prevention from saying the real names 👍🏻

@UsernameKate

Жыл бұрын

Hey, we just have to go off what we're told in briefing - they said in the UK it's HNTR 350 but I kept HUNTER 350 in my title as well because I appreciate that is what it is marketed as outside of the UK :)

@kevindarkstar

Жыл бұрын

@@UsernameKate good for you Kate 😉👍🏻

Good looking bike. I thought that one wanker was going to lose his knee cap. You’re absolutely right about having to be the right amount of passive and aggressive at the same time in city driving. To bad they didn’t take out on the highway to see how it does.

Such lovely weather.. I'm depressed af now!

@UsernameKate

Жыл бұрын

I feel ya Jake... roll on spring!

I liked your positive characterization of the throttle response as “docile.” 😊 Creative reviewing at its finest. [ I’m picturing a customer complaining to the mechanic that the customer’s bike won’t start properly after a service, and the mechanic replying that, on the bright side, “It’s very quiet though.”]

@Staromil

Жыл бұрын

Or a guy walking into an Indian restaurant, wondering why there is no steak on the menu? Wrong venue.

@davidstancomb5380

Жыл бұрын

To be fair, in this day and age of factory set over-lean fuelling in order to meet emissions targets, throttles can be very snatchy - so docile is a good descriptor for compliant or tame.

@Staromil

Жыл бұрын

@@davidstancomb5380 Reviewers commonly blame the ride-by-wire technology, which replaces the gradually adjustable throttle with what is basically an on/off switch. RE apparently attempts to address this issue with less jerky/more docile throttle, which suits the old school bikes and riders.

@davidstancomb5380

Жыл бұрын

@@Staromil My BMW F800ST suffered from this and it isn't ride by wire - I fixed it by remapping the fuelling using a powercommander. It is the ECU making the throttle response snatchy; Digital throttles are progressive by design, but they may exacerbate the issue by being too good compared to the old analogue cables where you will always have a degree of backlash in the system.

BTW I couldn't find any information about your shooting or other gears you are using, anywhere (even on your website and channel page too) Please let me know which cameras? (as now a days all look like Go Pros😄) Especially the one on a handle bar?

Nice looking bike. 👍

They look really great bikes Kate, how many gears do they have? 👍👍👍❤️❤️

@UsernameKate

Жыл бұрын

5 speed gear box :)

Looks cool awesome vlog aswell take care and ride safe TTFN

My favorite Royal Enfield 650 🔥🔥

Looks mint … low seat height for my midge height … happy days 😊🏍

This is the reason I bought Eicher Motor shares this year, this company is gonna shine shine shine ❤️❤️💵 It's a 'Cha-Ching' moment for me to watch this video as an investor 😉. Sid Laal truly understands his craft and the business of bikes

It appeals to me as someone who has a KTM 390 Duke as a second bike. I may well get a Hunter, instead. I need to test one out to see if there is enough low-down shove. I won't be going faster than 60 mph on it as I am in northern Thailand. I want immediate torque. A two-valve head and big flywheel maybe provides this. Having said this, my 390 is fast off the mark. London on a sunny day: no finer place. I miss it sometimes. Lived there for 23 years.

Nice video and having fun in London, everything is perfect on the hunter, except that horrible looking UK licence plates..

@Mrbumbons1

Жыл бұрын

Been that way for years.

Thanks for the review, I'm gona replace my good old 125cc and 250cc scooters with one of these (I mostly commute on the 125 because it's lighter and lower). And I really think these bikes aim at people like me, who need a bike every day all year to move them from one place to another through traffic, not a leisure toy.

@thestone3849

Жыл бұрын

Thats precisely we do in India and these bikes are designed for that only.

@thorstenswims6088

Жыл бұрын

Exactly my profile. You r spot on. I will use it to bring me around in a 50km radius.

Thanks mam ,you make me proud to own this

What did you think about the forks has royal Enfield tried to save money on the Forks because they look old fashioned, was the bike let down by them???

Lovely bike

Rather you than me Kate, that London traffic, but I suppose it's the perfect proving ground for such a bike. Value, put into perspective, five HNTR 350's = one GS ADV/ Makes you think. Still wouldn't swap my GS though, but you know what I mean as a value representation.

I've had fast bikes in the past, CBR600, Kawasaki ZX6R (3 of them). Honda Hornet 900. Now at 62 I just want a plodder and something I can service myself, without taking it to a garage and be charged a rip off to do an oil change.

Well that is all about the fun.

That looks a lovely commute bike. The last time I commuted in London I road an FZ600N and every day was a near death experience!! But, now I'm in Wales I'm looking for something a bit 'more'! How does it compare to the Himalayan?

@UsernameKate

Жыл бұрын

It's wild in London for sure!!!

@kesardogra5529

Жыл бұрын

This is a commuter everyday bike

An excellent real world review, well done. I think my MT 03 would be even better in that environment, it’s 30 Kg lighter, has 42 bhp available, has all LED lights and an even lower seat height. Be great to see you test one of those.

@oblivion_007

Жыл бұрын

But the price is 3X

@kevindarkstar

Жыл бұрын

@@oblivion_007 Mmm not really, the MT-03 is £5600 which makes it £1701 more

@oblivion_007

Жыл бұрын

@@kevindarkstar hunter is £1700

@johnludmon510

Жыл бұрын

@@oblivion_007 The UK price is £3600 ish you are quoting the price in India.

@aidenscott71

Жыл бұрын

Completely different styles though. Not a genuine comparison at all

That guy clicking pictures, where can I see them? Must be a bunch of cool shots.

In India, this RE hunter is selling like hot cake,as the price is very cheap but it's good for city traffic not good for cruising... But RE Meteor is best for cruising and also it looks good... even I own it...RE Meteor stellar Red

Fab review. Love that sound. Him-AAH-lay-en it is. Not Hi-muh-LAY-en. 👍🏻

The RE 350 can't be called the "Hunter" in the UK because the name has already been registered by another manufacturer. So RE simply leave out a few letters and we get HNTR instead! Lovely assessment of the RE HNTR by Kate.

I wish hunter was bigger.. or I shorter.. 6"2🤧 The only reason haven't bought this bewty. You are 👌🏻

So is the Honda CB300r any more fun than this?

Kate, any concerns this bike wouldn’t cope with riding 2 up? The lack of HP concerns me with power to efficiently carry the weight well. Opinions?

@Abhishek6655gddxg

Жыл бұрын

Yu can have 650 cc version of this.

I'm asking you a question I have school English, I'm French living in Asia, my question is I'm hesitating between two motorcycles, the super Météor 650, and HNTR 350, speed is not my area of ​​predilection. prefers walks in the countryside and the comfort of riding, I would like to have your opinion, I follow you, your videos are very interesting. Alain de Chiangrai