The 350cc portfolio of Royal Enfield might get spicier soon as a new motorcycle with this engine has been spied testing in India. Although it is based on the existing Classic 350, there are certain changes that make it look like a bobber. In that case, let’s shed light on the tweaks that can be deciphered from the spy images.
What’s different from the Classic 350?
Typical of bobbers, the test mule was equipped with a single seat exposing the swooping rear fender. Interestingly, the back fender housed an LED indicator and tail lamp identical to the Super Meteor 650. Moreover, the exhaust boasted a blacked-out finish and a larger opening at the end, as opposed to the chrome-finished canister on the standard Classic 350. One can also spot black spokes and wheel rims along with teal-walled tyres. Rounding off the changes was the presence of a taller handlebar and black rear-view mirrors.
Besides the aforementioned changes, the entire bodywork of the bobber, including the headlamp casing, fuel tank, side panels, and fenders looked identical to the Classic 350.
What about the engine and hardware of Classic 350 Bobber?
The engine of the Bobber 350 is likely to remain identical to that of the Classic 350. This is a 349cc, air-oil-cooled, long-stroke mill that comes mated to a five-speed gearbox and produces 20.2bhp and 27Nm of peak torque. While the tuning will also be the same for the Bobber, a different exhaust canister should offer a new audial experience.
Similarly, a majority of the hardware might also remain unchanged. So, we expect it to be based on the same twin downtube spine frame with telescopic forks and dual springs. The wheels also appear to be a pair of 18-inch units accompanied by a disc brake setup borrowed from the Classic 350.
Will the Bobber have more features than the standard Classic 350?
Similar to the Super Meteor 650-like tail lamp and LED turn indicators, we might also see an LED headlamp identical to the 650cc cruiser. Plus, we won’t be surprised to see the tripper navigation being offered as a standard element, unlike the conventional Classic which gets it as an option. However, the USB charging port and the semi-digital console will certainly be retained as is.
Expected price and launch timeline of the Classic 350 Bobber
The top-end Classic Chrome colour variant of the Classic 350 is priced at Rs 2.21 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The Bobber variant, meanwhile, might turn out to be slightly more expensive than this. As for the official launch of the bike, it might take place towards the end of this year. Once launched, the Royal Enfield Classic 350 Bobber will go head-on against the Jawa 42 Bobber.
Spy Image: Rushlane
