The X350 is the smallest and most affordable bike ever produced by Harley-Davidson. It is based on the QJ Motor SRK 350 and was co-developed with QJ Motors. On paper, how does it compare with the Hunter 350, which is currently the smallest and least expensive Royal Enfield bike? Let’s investigate.
Harley-Davidson X350 vs Royal Enfield Hunter 350: Engine
| Specifications | Harley-Davidson X350 | Royal Enfield Hunter 350 |
| Engine | 353cc, twin-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine | 349cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine |
| Power | 36.7PS | 20.2PS @ 6100rpm |
| Torque | 31Nm | 27Nm @ 4000rpm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-speed |
Compared to the air-cooled thumper of the Hunter 350, the Harley-Davidson X350 has a more complex dual-cylinder and liquid-cooling engine. It makes 16.5PS and 4Nm more than the Royal Enfield, which is unsurprising and should translate into better performance.
Harley-Davidson X350 vs Royal Enfield Hunter 350: Underpinnings
| Specifications | Harley-Davidson X350 | Royal Enfield Hunter 350 |
| Front Suspension | 41mm rebound adjustable USD fork | Telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension | Rebound damping and pre-load-adjustable mono-shock | 6-step pre-load-adjustable dual shock absorbers |
| Front brake | Disc | 300mm disc brake |
| Rear brake | Disc | 270mm disc brake |
| Front tyre | 120/70-ZR17 | 100/80-17 (Retro)
110/70-17 (Metro) |
| Rear tyre | 160/60-ZR17 | 120/80-17 (Retro)
140/70-17 (Metro) |
In terms of suspension, the USD forks and adjustable mono-shock on the X350 make it look more high-end compared to Hunter’s telescopic and dual shock absorber systems. This should lead to damping properties that are more advanced.
Harley-Davidson X350 vs Royal Enfield Hunter 350: Dimensions
| Specifications | Harley-Davidson X350 | Royal Enfield Hunter 350 |
| Wheelbase | 1,410mm | 1,370mm |
| Ground clearance | 185mm | 150.5mm |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.5-liters | 13-liters |
| Seat height | 817mm | 800mm |
| Kerb weight | 195kg | 181kg |
The Harley Davidson X350 should easily handle rough roads thanks to its 185mm ground clearance. The X350’s larger wheelbase should further enhance straight-line stability.
Nevertheless, the Hunter 350 suits shorter riders due to its low seat height and light kerb weight.
Harley-Davidson X350 vs Royal Enfield Hunter 350: Features
Motorcycles don’t have any attractive features. Both get a semi-digital console with standard readouts like a trip meter, odometer, and speed. A unique Tripper Pod with smartphone connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation is available for the Hunter 350.
| Features | Harley-Davidson X350 | Royal Enfield Hunter 350 |
| LED lighting | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth connectivity | No | Optional |
| USB charging | No | Yes |
Harley-Davidson X350 vs Royal Enfield Hunter 350: Price
| Harley-Davidson X350 | Royal Enfield Hunter 350 |
| CNY 33,388 (Around Rs 3.93 lakh) | Rs 1,49,900 – 1,71,900 (ex-sh Delhi) |
The Harley-Davidson X350 looks like a better 350cc motorcycle on paper, owing to its high-end components and powerful engine, but the company will not make it available in India. But fear not – a new 350cc bike is coming to India due to a deal between Hero and H-D. If you are looking for a fast neo-retro motorcycle, the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is the one for you. In addition, Royal Enfield also offers the motorcycling lifestyle apart from its motorcycles through several plans.
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