Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs TVS Ronin 225 Comparison Review | Drag Race, Exhaust Sound, Mileage Test
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- Опубликовано: 2 июл 2024
- The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and the TVS Ronin 225 have the same goal. Both these motorcycles are looking to hook a buyer who is looking for a modern bike but with some tasteful sprinkling of retro charm. So, which of the two will prove to be the better approach in our riding conditions? That’s what we will tell you in the course of this review.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:20 Design
01:25 Hunter 350 Design
01:38 Ronin 225 Design
01:57 Quality
02:25 Ergonomics & Comfort
02:46 Ronin 225 Ergonomics
03:45 Hunter 350 Ergonomics
05:07 Hunter 350 Ride Quality
05:33 Ronin 225 Ride Quality
05:54 Features & Hardware
05:59 Hunter 350 Hardware
06:13 Ronin 225 Hardware
06:47 Ronin 225 Features
07:06 Hunter 350 Features
07:11 Accessories
07:34 TVS Ronin 225 Exhaust Sound
08:34 RE Hunter 350 Exhaust Sound
09:22 Engine Specifications
10:52 Engine Performance
12:10 Hunter 350 Handling
12:25 Ronin 225 Handling
12:41 Mileage Test
13:23 Verdict
14:26 Price
14:55 Drag Race
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So, which one would you buy between the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and the TVS Ronin 225? Do let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Ronin!
Ronin
Ronin
It is hunter 350...
Could you throw some light on vibration which was not spoken of in the video. As some other reviewer has told that ronin vibes more post 80 kmph
I want a Hunter with all of Ronin's features or do I want a Ronin with Hunter's design and thump! Your video is so good that it made me more confused. 😣
Thank you? :-)
Haha. Well, at least you know what you want! 🤣
Yes I agree 💯 with your 1st 2 lines🙂i too like Hunter...but Ronin is best
Yes, I agree too, ronnin look from side and back is not that appealing. You can also go with honda cbr highness 350 if wants look and feature both by stretching the budget little.
🤣🤣😂🤣🤣😂
Proud Owner of Ronin's top model...as vikrant mentioned, if you have a bad back go for ronin it will save you from back pain. Above all it is very comfortable for city rides and long rides cruising. Think about service after sales too.... Ronin was loaded with tech and the most reliable motorcycle....i have tested both motorcycle and ronin attracts me
Its my personal choice
It’s good choice! :-)
Think about after sale service from TVS vs RE.. bro.. RE has huge service network compared with TVS
Most of the TVS technicians are out dated .. They are far away from TVS innovation ...
How the hell can u say it's most reliable.....😕
The more tech a machine has, the less reliable it becomes
I booked Ronin after having a test ride. Very much liked the performance of the square engine.
Ok 👍🏼
You mean engine is square in shape 😅😆
Cylinder piston shape
What about pulsar n250
I got ronin recently and it's super amazing bike I am loving it
Congratulations! I agree it’s a lovely bike to live with on a daily basis.
What's your opinion on it after 11 months of use?
@@saitama4410its still an awsome bike dude. The bike is built like it never fails the expectation and the look on peoples face when they see it and that exhaust not is not like this video at all
Should i bye this now? @ajaywish
@@saitama4410 After over an year it feels awsome and loving it
own a ronin for more than a month now, the bike is easy and comfortable to ride in city and features do help like the side stand engine cut off, slipper clutch is a relief, console is informative and sufficient, overall fit n finish is quality , i love the stance in which we sit no slouch or stretch, wanted a premium and comfortable city bike for commuting, and ronin answers it pretty well, regarding design it maybe a comprise for the enthusiast but outside youtube the design is something we can live with and sometimes even get praises :) and yeah loved the way vikrant explained in this no nonsense review
Thanks Hitesh. And yes, the Ronin is a lovely bike to commute on. Easy and comfy.
Ronin is the best
Bro i would like to know is it a good option on road with lot of potholes? I mean I am confused weather to go for xpulse or Ronin since the roads are very bad now a days. I like Ronin alot, but I am sure xpulse will do better in roads with lot of potholes. Also what is the mileage you are getting?
Well said.
@@arifzain6844 Ronin's seat are more comfy than xpulse. Power is great. But less offloading capability like xpulse.
test rode both a couple weeks ago......
u hav to see these bikes in person to understand just how superior tvs is in terms of quality.
hunter feels badly put together in front of ronin.
also suspension on ronin is undeniably the best in the entire segment....
The Ronin is the better built bike, no doubt.
TVS has done a good job introducing mono shocks, first in this segment which other bikes Avenger, REs, Honda Hyness does not have
Easily the best comparison video of Hunter vs Ronin on RUclips, thanks for such an elaborate comparison!
Probably one of the best most informative comparisons I have watched. Thank you for sharing 🙏
Terse, pithy, "Baconic", with no layering of forced pretence or of superficial forceful unappealing humour. That's how a review should be. Very good job indeed. ❤️
Thank you 🙏🏽
Its a pretty airtight, zero fat content without any unnecessary forceful story baggage. Infinitely better than certain other media house's forced 'story'. Finish the job you've come to do first. Story can take a backseat.
This guy here ,is the best reviewer. No unwanted drama,over enthusiasm and biased.
@@midhunalex3219 Thank you sir.
@@doncorleone9297 Thank you sir.
Reviews on 2 bikes apart , a big👏🏼 for the whole bikewale team, editor and especially the host for this beautiful, precise and interesting comparison video. Loved it 💓✌🏼
After so many discussions and comparison i am going for Ronin because of its features list, good average,and good looks
But still hunter is one of the best bikes by RE
Hey, did you buy it? Can you share your experience with it? I'm planning to buy
@@kittukiran6617 riding Ronin for more than a year, it's great, except for the looks, everything else is great.
And if you are confused between Hunter and Ronin then definitely go for Ronin.
I have travelled good enough with Hunter also to understand the pros and cons.
Ronin has better seat comfort, better front and rear suspension, relaxed riding posture, slipper assist clutch( very big deal in traffic), better ground clearance, better tires for bad roads and also has better lower end torque.
These all features will definitely give u a much better riding experience.
Hy Nikhil, Thanks for sharing. What about the service cost? I have heard RE does charge a lot.. Would love to hear your experience.
Indeed a well put together comparison. Unscripted designs and Retro styling at higher prices will make many buyers revisit your videos of Gixxer 250, FZ 25 and Pulsar 250F who haven't departed from time tested concepts. They are likely to see a jump in volumes (My view of course)
one of the best comaparision
reviews seen lately....
I have purchased Hunter 350 15 days back. Its just i loved this one since its launched. I do have classic 350 already at home. Not much of a rider though. Its just for proud of owning a RE for my collection.
350 MUJHE BECH DO
THANK YOU! Finally a beautiful comparison review on these bikes. This video made me a better person.
Glad you liked our comparison.
Great to hear that Vivek!
Quite an impressive comparison, sire! 👏👏😃🎈
In every sense RONIN is better 🔥.
Those who are concerned about styling. Just do tail tidy, its just dope 🤩
I just love this video, crystal clear in mentioning everything…I don’t know the host name but he is amazing 🤩
Very awesome and superbly informative video @Vikrant & @Bikewale. You guys covered almost all the points, while including very tiny but important aspects. I am planning to buy either of one especially for touring. Most likely, I will go with Ronin because of advanced tech and features. However, would like to understand your thought in this perspective. Thanks again for this superb comparison video. Kudos to the team.
Thank you! And yes, it’s fair to choose features when deciding on the bike. Especially when these are quite usable on the Ronin.
Thank you very much for sharing all these info
Best narrated, well explained🥸kudos to you and your team👍👍👍
Finally a perfect review 😍❤️🙌
Kudos to the team
Thanks Suraj.
Very impressed with the points captured for comparison and presentation overall with great detail highlights throughout.Remarkable with clear conclusion and very professional.Mr.Vikrant Singh Rocks 🤘🏻.Bikewale I have subscribed & Liked it🤜🏻😎
A wonderful job done by the host, a very comprehensive review almost to the quality of, if not better than a carwow video. Very informative 👍🏻
Thank you!
Thanks for your detailed Review and comparison. I have booked Ronin by the way
I already have a good bike but I still watched this video for the presentation.
This man is the best reviewer. Composed and clearly articulating.
Thanks for the kind words. 🙏🏽
😎👍👍
Absolutely loved the review
Thank you Amit!
That's a really logical scientist no nonsense review , respect to the team
Thank you Ashish.
Excellent review! 🎉
Much awaited video has been delivered. Thanks :-))
Glad you liked our content. Thank you for the appreciation.
Thank you!
What a well written script for a well thought of review. Instant subscriber to your content. Pls keep it up. Cheers fr the ph.
Much appreciated Rafael!
What a crisp to the point video
Great content
Great comparison ✌
Unusual, but thorough and well put together comparison.
What a lovely review!
Thank you, Sumanth.
Thanks as always Sumanth! :-)
Such a nice explanation 👍
One of great reason for not choosing is dual channel abs is not available in most of variants. Only two color options are available for dual channel abs.
Best comparison ever on youtube❤😊
Very well explained and presented sir.
Your reviews are awesome 👍.I bought Ronin. Really very good bike and lot of road presence and a lot of people enquiring about Ronin. i am really happy to answer whoever asked about Ronin.
Thank you, Madhaiyan. Glad you liked our content.
Thank you! And yes, the Ronin is a good bike. Not a great Neo-retro, but a good bike, nonetheless.
How would you review the after sales service of TVS?.... curious to know
@@amlanjyoti2 sales and service in my near TVS showroom is pathetic
@@madhaiyanm4036 thanks for this valuable info 👍🏼
Awesome comparison !!!!!
Thank you Shan.
Best comparison video 💯
Good comparison. Hunter would attract those RE obsessed boys looking for an affordable bike with RE badge on it... TVS Ronin on other hand is hands down the best package all and all.. of course compromising on the weird styling and looks 😁
Thanks Shakeeb.
Glad you liked our comparison review. Thanks Shakeeb.
Finally truth
What a great and very informative video 😁👍🇬🇧
Forgot to say! Love the Hunter.
I wish to thank you for your depth report on both the motorcycles I have yahama 125 and looking for an upgrade as a sound bike, I think the Royal Enfield is the one for me, thank you for your help ,🇬🇧👍🙏
Perfect Review and compare channel 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿 very honest expert in technical
What an awesome sound music and bike sound has mixed... Wow...
Well made video, as usual.
Thank you! :-)
I tested both Ronin and Hunter same day. I rember the ride of Hunter clearly but don't recollect much about Ronin. Hunter too is very light when riding. Actually I enjoyed Hunter more. Just my opinion. After viewing this I feel to take test of Ronin again.
How did it go?
TVS Ronin is easy to dart in Cities and Handles well in Highways too.
Yes, it does.
@@BikeWaleOfficial but Ronin handle is too wide which requires long turning radius while taking U turns in City.
You guys must be the best bike reviewer on internet right now that every company would want to …. Absolute
Thank you so much!
Thank you for the kind words and appreciation. 🙏🏽
Not sure which one is the best but what I am sure is that this is the best comparison video.
As per personal use tvs rtr 200 user I recommend hunter as i got engine damage at 19k kms and lot more problematic situations in 4 yers of usage
What an excellent review! guru of motorcycles.. But I choose hunter despite all of the specs...
I felt RE launched hunter 350 on same price as a Ronin competition by compromising the quality and putting a 350 cc engine for attraction. Why should bullet legend RE bother about TVS Ronin launch? This is where TVS Wins,,👍
Wrong... Hunter was initially 250cc bike but due to covid they canceled it.. So basically hunter was in testing and seen spied on road before ronin.
RONIN is basically launched looking at craze for yamaha xsr155...
Remember hunter is global Product unlike ronin.. It's crazy to say hunter Competes with ronin..
Royal Enfield will never compete with tvs or bajaj or hero...
@@THUGPUTIN RE is well known brand I agree that. If RE is not bothered about Ronin why did RE fix the same price as Ronin for a 350 CC bike?. They should have fixed the higher price..
@@madhaiyanm4036 RE hunter 250 was about to be priced at 1.2lakh and it was for girls from the beginning.... Keeping 350 engine, the price will land at 1.5lakh and even before launch we all knew hunter would cheapest RE... Before ronin launched hunter was tested in wire/spoke wheels and alloy wheels so obviously price was around 1.5lakh to 1.8lakh...
@@madhaiyanm4036 what a stupid argument 🤣🤣🤣
@@UchihaItachi-zt6us stupids will reply without any details.
well made video and comparision.
Good debut Pratik😉
Thank you 🙏🏽
Was waiting for this review from Bikewale for a while now. Not the earliest but not too late. Love it. Anyways, hey I thought when it comes to seat height, Ronin is on the higher side than Hunter.
As it turns out the retro version has a lower seat height. The Metro has a seat height of 800mm. The difference isn’t much either way compared to the Ronin.
Just for your reference, here’s how the seat height compares…
Hunter 350 Retro - 791mm
Hunter 350 Metro - 800mm
TVS Ronin 225 - 795mm
I really liked how both Mr.Vikrant and bike Wale helped him in tandem.
As another commenter mentioned here, TVS probably has some issues with logistics. The showrooms I visited said they were not taking bookings for Ronin presently, and that there's no idea about a timeline. Considering that, as well as that I didn't like how the Ronin looked and the difference b/w the variants, I went ahead and booked the Hunter. Despite its shortcomings, I have some sense of assurance about parts availability, engine goodwill, and servicing, as well as resale value. Had TVS put some thought into the design of the Ronin, the story would've been entirely different. That's the blunder right there. God, what could've been.......
Should've just given us the Zeppelin
Lol hunter is worst for long runs
@@manishadaas why and how?
I wish Ronin would have 300 or 340 cc capacity. Definitely, I’ll be the first one to buy. Also, it’ll compete in global markets too.
If Ronin's Headlight was a Bit Higher, it would have been great a great looking bike and could have toppled Hunter.
Excellent comparison!
Thank you Goutam!
Glad you liked our review. Thanks, Goutam.
@@vikrantsingh6916 You're welcome!
Most unbiased and true review for both motorcycles till now
Glad you liked our review. Thank you, Sharique.
Thank you so much.
really best old review all other are bised and you told everything clearly thank you so much. I am subscribing you now.@@BikeWaleOfficial
very good comparison ❤it..
Really good review. The way you explained is great .
Exhaust sound is very very very important.. its like engine speaks to you.. Ronin had a very subtle note which ensured there is no engine vibe.. RE too had a good note, but there is a minute crank noise along with the exhaust note.. which does say Engine is viby and will give trouble in longer run.
Thats because Ronin has Integrated Starter Generator...and the Hunter doesn't...
I was keen on getting the Hunter. Looking forward to upgrading from a Hornet 2016. Loved how the Hunter handled the bad roads and some sharp corners in by lanes. Your video described the exact feelings I had for the Hunter in the best way possible!
Now I am curious to take a test run of the Ronin. I hope I don’t feel dazed and confused at the end of the day! Only thing holding me back from the ronin is the slightly smaller looking pillion seat. Being a larger than average guy, I don’t think I might leave much room for the pillion.
Brilliant video!
Thank you! And you must ride the Ronin. Otherwise you wouldn’t know what you might be missing…
Glad you liked our content. And thank you for the kind words.
Thank you! I’ll try to get my hands on a Ronin later this week or the next. Also I did notice that the fender and the mudguard on the Ronin are aluminium.
Took test ride of both and what i personally experienced, Ronin having no thrill 🫤
"larger than average guy" = fat
When meteor was launched I wanted to buy an RE. But guess what after having all the test drives I bought a secondhand RE Standard instead. Yeah it's heavy and lazy than most bikes but feel it provides is satisfactory for me. Maybe m old school.
And here you have a subscriber as well for such a good review. Cheers 🥂
Thanks Bhupen.
Ki a Kaltiya da beleg comment disa de 😆
After a test ride of both i booked a RONIN ronin have all features and better performance..i loved it
Absolutely. It comprehensively outscores the Hunter on both features and performance.
@@vikrantsingh6916 tnk u sir 🥰. Great move from TVS.
I bought Ronin and my experience is very good and the pickup is very thrilling and the thump sound is close to Enfield bike.
Hunter is selling like Hot cakes more than 18k in Sept alone, on a 1/2 hour ride in morning,one can find atleast 2,3 bikes on road but it is very rare to see a ronin on road. Already hunter has got a huge welcome from the people
I too was about to buy hunter, but unfortunately, they have hiked the price.
@@tolobolo9462 how much hike in the price
Well royal Enfield has a fanbase
i was confused, now i know Ronin is the better motorcycle so i am going to get a hunter😆😆😆 being logical i will buy an activa .
Hahaha. Couldn’t have put it in a better way. Cheers!
I like ronin's design more than hunter. I dont know why RUclipsrs are saying its odd looking. Where as in my area even enfield owners likes ronin's design
Great review. To me it seems the pegs on the Hunter are more than 'slightly further back' than on the Ronin. On the Hunter the pegs are further back than on any other model in the RE line up.
You are right, I might have played it down by using the word. ‘slightly’ .
I chose Hunter for its character and looks
Ok. Not a bad choice by any stretch.
TVS Ronin 225 is the obvious choice here especially that it offers more value, better looks,higher level of equipment and a superior build quality.
I have hunter from last 2months ,it's very powerful bike , i love it ❤
Vikrant nice comparison, is there a comparison between TVS Ronin and Honda Highness/ CB350RS
No, we didn’t do one. We thought the product positioning and price differential was wide enough to avoid it. Plus, the CB350 isn’t proving to be popular either.
Bought ronin last week, its an awesome machine❤
Vikrant is excellent as always. Good video.
Thank you so much!
Thank you for the kind words, GK.
Commenting, so that I can know when I watched this vide o when I look back to this video again in future time.
You did amazing comparison, yes ronin is confusing design.
1:15 cameraman needed to correct the settings.. weird DOF, especially the Hunter is almost blurred!
Everything else is fine but I don't like the rear LED light and the mudguard section of Ronin. Feels like that of Suzuki Intruder. Also the offset instrument cluster
I personally like the offset instrumentation. But I agree with the rear fender but - it’s just too wide and the rear tire isn’t to go along with it.
Test rode both bikes last weekend. Ronin undoubtedly is the better packaged bike. But I realized it only after I rode Hunter what Ronin is lacking. Hunter has more character of the 2. Also, personally I felt Ronin's steering to be very light, which is not the best for highway crusing.
Ronin is good for buyers looking at feature laden, well built product for city riding. Hunter 350 is the better designed, with good performance and overall big bike feel. Plus you enter the world of RE.
Character can mean a lot of things… it can be coming from the fact that Hunter’s suspension isn’t plush.. which actually is a negative for a lot of people.
@@akshaykhanna9802 Believe me when Vikrant said you can feel all the potholes and bumps in the Hunter. Same from my last 1 week experience.
Bro, have character in yourself so that you don't have to find it in a dumb bike.
I too did the test drive of both and i am a first time biker. I did 3 tests with Hunter(solo, pillion and night) i was satisfied..so went ahead and booked it. Later few days back i did the test drive for ronin and i don't see much difference in the vibey nature... exhaust sound is cool but the problems with ronin were... Uncomfortable foot peg/clutch, Bad rear brake, and very short 1st and 2nd gear...with in few seconds of movement...its already crying for 3rd gear...like literally 30-35 kmph...and its on a traffic ride...
Boss what about your biking gear..shoes and trousers especially? ❤
TVS has a logistics problem as compared to Royal Enfield. Even after a month there is no top spec Ronin available in Aurangabad but the next week of the launch i was able to get test ride and book the hunter.
spares have always been an issue with TVS bikes, i have had supra and AX100 when i was young , then i bought star city same issue , my friend had first generation fierro back in 2002 or 03 he also had to compromise. they make the most sensible bikes but they make and forget that's not fair. look at Honda you will even get what they call dead spares anytime off the self.
This is the reason why RE is winning...Even Majority of 3rd party repair shop in India knows how to work around RE in any part of India..
Well said, After sale service of TVS is very poor and their techniques skills are not upto the mark. Resale value of Ronin might be very less compared with Hunter
@@mkr896 yes resale value ks less due to branding of RE...Re created brand like apple so they ought to sell smaller features at more price ...Hunter is awesome but if it had price less than Ronin I'll go for hunter for sure.
If hunter is cheaper, may be mass will select
For my taste. I love to sit on a comfortable chair. Regarding the bikes, i have test ride both. The ronin is a sofa with proper posture for my legs and the hunter is a Little towards a hunting mood (hence), but how are you planning to hunt if a 350cc has lesser practical power than the 225 in term of top end speed limit. Youve seen the drag race again and again.
I want to go from point A to point B with a smile. I'm not in a hurry , i just want to be at peace. I had enough with R15; i thought I'll get use to it, how stupid was i. I'm not a racer or a wanna be. I'm the kind of guy who would enjoy a gentle breeze rather than the blast of wind while testing the limit and thrill of dying.
So no. I'll take my chances of the new square engine. If it breaks, let it be. Atleast i was on a sofa when that happen. And since im not planning to hunt im quite sure it the engine would survive a long run.
Enough with the sofa? Ok!!!
If RE had given all those features on the hunter, how much would the price increase?
The suspension, the levers, the metallic mudguard, the Bluetooth connectivity, the lcd display with a different central display for text and stuff, the led headlight, the chain protection, the oil cooling, the tiles tyres, the soft gear shifting, the glide through tech, the exhaust tuning. Damn!!! Are we that blind to see that it's not the looks that count?
I know the design is over done in the Ronin. There is a sense of disconnection in every portion of the bike. But if we keep those measurements aside, the hunter has lesser competitive points to prove its superiority towards the Ronin.
All those features on a sofa. Trust me. Life is happier when it's comfortable.
Let's just say if someone is really a fanboi of RE and even after looking at the Charts They still want to go for Hunter. So what additional changes need to be done before buying Hunter 350 ?
NICE ... ima go and get me a HUNTER now.
I must admit Ronin sounds like any other regular bikes unlike RE Hunter with its signature thumping sound.
Great detailed comparison. Now I know Ronin has a package deal but I still love the look and sound of Hunter. So confusing..😢 By the way never owned any RE before.
Ronin looks Dope 🔥
The best is TVS Ronin 🙏👍 love it all features 👍👍Soon will buy for it 👍Tamil Nadu TVS Always Quality
Hunter is good but Ronin took my heart.......
Excellent review. Both killer bikes, Personally I like Ronin more good looking than hunter.
Thank you 👍
I bought the Ronin on 17th April 2023. After your video i had no doubt. The Ronin is the better bike
Glad that we could help you with your decision. Congratulations 🎉
Hunter all the way. The engine the comfort in traffic and being able to rev like a classic is amazingg. Ronin has the tech but cant match up to RE legend
Choose hunter specially for its low and mid range torque...