In America, Royal Enfield has made waves with their new Meteor 350. Debuting at the end of 2020, this cruiser motorcycle only costs between $4,686 - $4,886 depending on trim, making it the most affordable option in America among cruiser motorcycles. A lot about this bike has been refined and modified for effectiveness and efficiency, and new technology has also been incorporated into the Royal Enfield Meteor 350.

Read on to discover more about the price points of the Meteor 350, as well as which features are more popular with riders.

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Meteor 350: A Well-Received Ride

Yellow Royal Enfield Meteor 350 with rider
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The public seems to think well of the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 after performing multiple test rides. It's been noted to perform admirably on well-paved roads, though its performance slips a little on wet and gravel roads. It's been mentioned how the rider gets a comfortable position, thanks to low upright seating, strategically-placed handlebars, and feet being able to move forward, with its gearshift pedal allowing the rider to use either their foot or their heel to shift gears.

The Meteor 350 is a smooth ride, operating without much vibrational interference from the engine, which would usually be felt through the seat and handlebars. Higher speeds, however, tend to produce more vibrations, though those are still somewhat low compared to other motorcycles.

The suspension is also praised for being solid, never bottoming out, and its fuel economy is also rather efficient. While the Meteor 350 doesn't secure luggage as well as riders may hope, as opposed to the Himalayan model, the ground clearance is enough for riders to travel without being too low to the ground, even when off-roading. That said, the Meteor 350 is not designed for off-roading, as it is mainly a touring motorcycle. The Meteor has skyrocketed in popularity, with Royal Enfield reporting 8,000 bookings in the one month.

The Meteor 350 Has A Worldwide Appeal

Black and Blue Royal Enfield Meteor 350, side view
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What was initially perceived as a bike made exclusively for Asia, soon spread to Europe and then to the rest of the world. Intended as a replacement for the Thunderbird, its small displacement mixed with lack of power gave the impression that it was intended solely for arrivqal in Asian markets. Royal Enfield has gone out of their way to derail that impression, as their two technical centers in UK and in Chennai, India have collaborated on the Meteor 350, making it more of a European model.

The bike aims to go global with its scope and appeal, as Royal Enfield wants to be a global motorcycle manufacturer. To add validity to that point, the Meteor 350 is the first motorcycle Royal Enfield has manufactured that is compliant with Euro 5 emission regulations. It's also quite affordable, and it lends itself to being a user-friendly base model for new riders.

In terms of price, the Meteor 350 can cost between $4,686 and $4,886, depending on which model is purchased. The Fireball is the cheapest model, the Stellar sits in the mid-range, while the Supernova is the fanciest and most expensive model.

While color options are available, they vary by model. For example, Fireball comes in yellow or red, Stellar comes in red, blue, or black, and Supernova comes in blue or brown.

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Intriguing Inner Workings Of The Meteor 350

Yellow Royal Enfield Meteor 350, side view
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An all-new, air-oil cooled engine with a four-stroke motor is at the core of the Meteor 350's innner workings, and it only gets more novel from there. The chassis, for example, is known for its durability and strength, surpassing that of its predecessors. It also was made for stability and maneuverability without having to sacrifice comfort. This new frame also allows for better cornering and driving on city streets.

The electronic fuel injection system puts out smooth and tractable power, and its torque is mainly bottom-end as a result. It puts out 19.9 ft-lbs of torque and 20 HP. Furthermore, the counter-balancer makes the engine much smoother compared to other single-cylinder Royal Enfield models. Alloy wheels and a twin downtube spine frame are featured, alongside telescopic front fork suspension. Front and rear disc brakes feature dual-channel ABS comes standard, and a five-speed transmission is part of the package. The Meteor 350's tank can hold almost four gallons of fuel.

Meteor 350: Technological Features

Yellow Royal Enfield Meteor 350 parked and on stand
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Some of the bike's technological features make their debut here, though the bike as a whole isn't emphasizing technology. Royal Enfield has never before used the Tripper navigation system, though they decided the Meteor 350 was a good place to start. Tripper gives turn-by-turn directions via an intuitive display system in real-time. Two circular screens are in front of the handlebars, showing navigation and other features, such as fuel level. That said, the speedometer is still analog. Royal Enfield also has their own apps that allow smartphones to use Bluetooth to connect with the bikes.

Sources: royalenfield.com, financialexpress.com, bennetts.co.uk, moneycontrol.com