I test rode one of these a few weeks ago and it was such a fun bike. I loved how light it felt. There’s a lot to be said about the experience of a smaller, more basic motorcycle without a lot of electronics. And, I loved the price tag, too. I might buy one. I like the red version.
Totally agree! The Hunter 350 offers a lot of bang for the buck, and it's amazingly efficient so far. My fuel economy is 86+ MPG and still rising as the engine is loosening up after break-in. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Caet was/is an Italian company that was at one point obtained by Pirelli, but that was 40 years ago, they are now part of an Indian conglomerate called the RPG Group.
I love my little Hunter. Got mine a few months back and did the first service myself. Tappets were spot on. No adjustment necessary. It’s a fun bike, and I think a great little commuter for sure.
I just completed the initial service on my Hunter, and the valves were close to spec. The intake was about 0.001" (0.02mm) loose, and the exhaust was about 0.001" (0.02mm) tight. I adjusted them to the factory specs and opened up the exhaust another 0.001" to give it room as wears-in a bit more. I'll probably pull the cover again around 1500-2000 miles to check them. Otherwise, the oil was still clean and the first service was a breeze. It took me about 2.5 hours because I was recording the process for RUclips. Presenting these wrenching sessions video takes MUCH longer than just doing it... starting, stopping, changing batteries, finding the right camera angles, etc, etc. The next time through, I'm sure that I can do the job in under an hour, probably closer to 45 minutes. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard I look Forward to watching the video. I’m not new to doing my own wrench turning but I can certainly stand to learn from experience. Enjoy your new bike brotha.
Tested one out. They feel and look like the old school motorcycles my dad rode back in the seventies when I was a kid. Im thinking about purchasing one for each of us! It would be a blast.
Each "bar" on the fuel gauge is about 0.5 gallons, so you probably saw something in the low-to-mid 80's mpg. The engine loosens up after 1000/1200 miles and mpg improves. Tachometer shows warm idle is at about 1000 rpm (~1500 cold). Fuel-X pro adds a bit (classic), but not much (with DNA & cat-delete, so hard to tell what comes from what). I got it for the Kent cam, which I've not yet installed. Valves on the classic and hunter were OK at 300 miles for us (we stuck to the 45/50 mph break-in). I've heard that the speedo sense is from the front wheel's ABS ring and that the numbers which flash on startup are firmware version. Our shocks loosened up after 1000 miles-or-so. Ceat tires have been fine on both so far. The classic's rear is showing wear at about 3700 miles. I will say that ordering parts through my local dealer is painful. It takes months for anything, e.g. touring seat, to arrive. Ebay and Hitchcock are a lot faster.
I love my low idle on my scram, plus I can often just let out the clutch and roll, I don't think I've stalled it yet but when I forgot to pick up my kick stand.
Many congratulations on the new bike. I watched the ride home from the dealer earlier. Nice looking bike. I’m not sure I couldn’t not Lane split if I was riding in Texas. It’s essential in the UK due to the traffic volumes.
Great little review mate, glad to see the hunter appearing in the US. Royal Enfield has become a hugely popular brand in the Uk.They do make great reliable cheap transport.Enjoy your time with it.All the best 😊 from the UK.
I had every intention of getting a Honda Bike, but the Royal Enfield value and style was too good to pass up. I considered just about every bike they make before settling on the scram 411.
Agreed! I was torn between the Hunter 350 and the Scram 411, but the Hunter's retro-classic styling won me over. The Hunter's tubeless 17" tires were also a huge deciding factor for me. It's much easier to patch tubeless tires out on the road than it is messing with tubes. Flats on tube-type tires & rims require dismounting the wheel & tire from the bike, patching the tube, and then remounting and hoping that you don't pinch the tube again. Tubless tires can be patched on the bike in 2 minutes flat with a plug patch kit and CO2 inflators: ruclips.net/video/YlIA6bm1-wk/видео.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Beautiful bike Quasi nice color combo and already have a nickname for your bike. "Thumper" the single -cylinder,4 stroke, air-oil cooled engine is very interesting design. Reminds of the Buell Blast air cooled bike with the single. Loving the cafe racer look on the Royal and defiantly would like to own one day.
I am from India, and seriously considering the Hunter as my workhorse...(I run a small farm up in the mountains of Southern India, lot of daily errands to be taken care of.. about 50 kilo metres of short runs in a day)...I ll tell my friends that an American gentleman strongly reccommended Hunter for my use case...
Thanks for watching, and greetings from the USA! I've seen a lot of videos from India with owners abusing their Hunter 350's on brutal dirt roads, so I'm sure it can take the abuse. I would recommend switching the original CEAT street tires with some decent knobby tires if you'll be riding mountains and off-road chores. Good luck with your upcoming purchase, and I hope you find a good fit! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
The telemetry data for the HUD is recorded by my GoPro Hero11 camera and my Garmin Zumo GPS. The gauge overlay is generated using a third-party program called Telemetry Extractor: goprotelemetryextractor.com/ Most modern action cameras have integrated GPS and telemetry that can be enabled in the camera settings. If you have a camera without a GPS, then you can use an app on your mobile phone to record the GPS information for Telemetry Extractor or other applications. Here is a great tutorial from the creators of Telemetry Extractor: ruclips.net/video/paQm2rJC_X4/видео.htmlsi=HNwAQg25ogFJrs9h I stitch everything together with Adobe Premiere Pro to create the final videos. Creating the overlays is a lot of extra work, but I think the end results are worth the effort. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
are you using any instrument to measure all of these numbers on screen like speed, incline, map, time? this is so impressive and gives us a viewers a POV of a bikers. first time i am seeing this. can you tell me how you are doing this? BTW i am buying this bike in a upcoming month :)
Congrats on your upcoming Hunter 350 purchase! The telemetry data for the heads-up display is recorded by my GoPro Hero11 camera (and my Garmin Zumo GPS when I'm riding with it). The gauge overlay is generated using a third-party program called Telemetry Overlay: goprotelemetryextractor.com/ I stitch everything together with Adobe Premiere Pro to create the final videos. Creating the overlays is a lot of extra work, but I think the end results are worth the effort. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
I was in the same boat until I saw the Hunter in person. The standard, almost Cafe look, really struck a chord with me. It's not a fast bike, but that's not its purpose. It's well-made, fuel-efficient, and easy to ride. I think it's gonna be a heck of a small-bore, back road touring bike when I'm finished adding a few minor creature comforts to it. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Thank you so much for posting this video! I have a 600 class sport bike and I am looking for a lower cc bike to cruise around on. Was looking at this and the SCRAM 411! Great video! Thank you!
Will keep an eye on this bike .Have read they are dependable as in they always start and run well but not durable as they wear out because Royal Enfield uses low grade metals . Being this guy on this channel puts ALOT of miles on a bike it is a great test .
Bike looks fantastic! RE is doing some great things when it comes to styling and marketing. I used Iron Supply for some work on my Himalayan. Decent enough folks that work there but a little pricey in my opinion.
Chief, well done ride & review video! Take care of it, and, it will take care of you-not leave you stranded in a bad situation. I'm looking at the super meteor 650 for my 1st bike! I'm now 59 years old and, the Royal Enfield motorcycle has proven itself, and, moved to the top of my list!⭐⭐⭐😎🤓🏍️🇺🇸 Doug
Dear Quasi: I know after perusing all of the relevant videos, that you and the Hunter have suffered a serious fate. I wonder, this long after the fact, if you had it to do over again... would you purchase it again? More specific qs, if you've a moment... Where does this vid start? Lovely neighborhood, mature trees. blvds. etc. Metro Houston somewhere? Also... you mentioned the risers, at one inch back, and one inch up. Were you able to accomplish this with stock cables? Thanks for any insight you can provide, and sorry for your TA trauma. Glad you were able to... "limp" away. John in Colorado
Try Dunlop Mutant tires. Best I've ever bought in 40+ years of riding. Hopefully in your sizes. Check reviews. Nothing but high praise. I had them on my 2020 Ninja 650 and my 2021 Versus 650. Incredible we and dry grip and I put average 8000 miles plus on them. Looking for luggage? Hepco Becker C-Bow side bags or tail bag or rear passenger back pad. Cheap and durable. Totaled my 2021 Versus recently. Hit a deer at night. Mounting brackets unfazed. Side case took the hit.
I’m considering the Scram 411. I sure wish that when Royal Enfield made its “big announcement “ lately it would have been about giving the Hunter, Scram and Himalayan a 450 or 500cc engine. Instead, it was about yet another 350 single. Not that there is anything inherently wrong with a 350 it’s just that, that is the fourth on offer.
Not sure about Texas, but where i live gas has 10% ethanol unless you buy 91 or above. Ethanol is really bad for fuel injectors on motorcycles. That's the only reason i buy the good stuff. Fun video. I'm looking at buying one of these soon.
Thanks for watching and leaving feedback! Unfortunately, nearly all the fuel down here in Southern Texas is E-10, including the premium grades. We only have a handful of stations in the greater Houston metro area that sell E-0 (ethanol-free), so it's difficult to wean our vehicles off of alcohol. 🤣👍 --QM
All speedos on all vehicles read 4 to 5 mph over this is to prevent the manufacturer from being sued if you get a speeding ticket. Its been this way for at least 50 years
Tyres brakes and suspension all take a while to bed in. Ceat were owned by Pirelli for a while, not long, but have been making tyres for over 100 years.
I would buy one if the valve clearance checks didn't need to be done every 5k. That is a massive headache. There is no way in this world, I'm checking valve clearance every 5k, no way, you'd be mental. Between oil changes, cleaning your chain, tensioning the chain you will be at the next 5k clearance check. You need to give way too much love to these bikes. Compared to a CB300R the valve clearance checks come every 24k. A massive difference. I would have bought an RE if the J motors didn't need such aggressive valve checks.
Howdy, Larry! I recorded that process last week. I'll try to edit and post the video for that in the next few days. The process isn't difficult, but it's tedious and takes some time. The headlight bucket needs to be removed to access the turn signal mounts. It took me about 90 minutes total (in the dark) to fumble through the job. Next time through, I could probably do it in under 30 minutes. 😉👍 --QM
I don't know if it's intentional, but that low speed idle is reminiscent of the old classic RE chuffa chuffa chuffa exhaust note. Maybe it's just in the RE DNA.
I think it's intentional... it's just one of the hallmark R-E traits. It's taking me a while to get accustomed to it, but I'm getting there slowly. The only part about it that bothers me is there is a "knocking" quality to it that almost sounds like rod-knock or piston slap. As a life-long racer and wrencher, I'm sensitive to those sounds because they usually indicate a mechanical problem or impending doom for the engine! 🤣👍 --QM
Hello ! I’m about to start in the motorcycle life, which one do you recommend this one or the Honda rebel 500, like I said I never had a bike before and I can’t decide I like both and kind the same price
Howdy, and welcome to the a̶d̶d̶i̶c̶t̶i̶o̶n̶ hobby! The Hunter 350 and the Rebel 500 are very different bikes in terms of ergonomics, power, and capabilities. The Hunter has an upright, standard riding position with a very relaxed engine character and very good road manners. The Rebel is a cruiser with a slight feet-forward seating position and a more lively engine character. Both bikes are very friendly and non-intimidating for new riders: low seat heights, low machine weights, modest engine output, and very easy clutch and shifting. Overall, the Rebel 500 will be a much more capable motorcycle in terms of acceleration, top speed, and highway use because of its power output (47 HP vs the Hunter's 22-ish HP). If you don't intend to ride on the highway for extended periods or travel above 70 mph, then the Hunter is still a good choice. Maintenance costs and difficulty for both bikes is negligible and can be handled by just about any motorcycle shop (if you're not inclined to do it yourself). The valve check/adjustment intervals are more frequent on the Hunter because it's air-cooled (6K miles) vs the Honda's liquid-cooled engine (16K miles). The Hunter uses a tappet with a screw adjuster (simple, no parts needed), while the Honda uses a shim & bucket design (more durable, but need to replace shims). All other wear items should be roughly the same between the two under typical riding conditions. So, the choice really boils down to your comfort preferences and intended riding chores. I recommend sitting on both of them for several minutes and moving them around a bit (e.g., roll them around the showroom, on/off the side stand and center stand, etc)... or test ride them if that's an option. Good luck with your upcoming purchase, and I hope you find a good fit! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
The tires feel OK so far, but I haven't ridden with them on wet pavement yet. They squirrel around a bit over grooved pavement on I-10. I'm shopping to find a set of Michelin Road 6's for it now. 😉👍 --QM
I don't see any brackets to install a rear rack+top box for this bike. What are you gonna do for storage though? Or are you gonna keep it clean like the Rebel
There are four bolts under the seat that secure the passenger grab rails (two on each side). Most of the aftermarket racks that I've seen replace the existing grab rails and reuse those mounting points, then extend backward with a platform over the tail light. I might add a small rear rack to this Hunter, but I prefer the simple, naked look on this bike. I am searching for some minimalist pannier mounts (discussed in my next ride vlog that will be public in a few minutes). Most of the existing pannier mounts are HUGE and ruin the aesthetics of the bike, in my opinion. I'm hoping for something like the SW-MOTECH racks on my Honda Rebel 1100 instead. Those match the bike's aesthetics and nearly disappear when the bags aren't attached to the bike. I might buy some SW-M SLC racks and take them to a local fabrication shop to see if they can be modified to fit the Hunter. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Hello, are you supposed to ride with high beams on? I'm not sure if things are different where you live, but here it's illegal to blind others on the road
That is a frequent question that I receive on my videos. I made a short video recently to answer this question, and I included more detail with some reference material: ruclips.net/video/VD0xbRZMpz4/видео.html . Riding with high beams during daylight hours is a recommended and taught safety procedure here in the USA to give motorcyclists better conspicuity in traffic. The headlights aren't blinding to oncoming motorists because of the relative brightness compared to daylight. It's certainly more noticeable than a dimmed light, but that's the objective... being SEEN by other motorists. Of course, we dip to low beams after dusk and during low light conditions (e.g., overcast or rainy days) to avoid blinding oncoming traffic. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard Thank you for answering. That makes sense, it does make you more noticeable, but it sure feels strange to me. I'm from Portugal and here we can't do that, awareness is a problem sometimes but we just gotta ride with that in mind.
I've heard excellent reports from R-E owners over the past few years. Reportedly, the quality control and reliability have drastically improved since Eicher Motors took over the production in India. These new models have a 36-month, unlimited mile warranty, so that says a lot about R-E's faith in their products. Warranty claim processing and parts availability are still variables that I wonder about. We'll see how it goes! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Last week, I went to Honda to get an out the door price in a 2023 Revel 500cc with abs. He quoted me $8100, which seemed high to me. However, when I said I would swipe my credit card. He stated that $8100 was a cash price, and he won't pay the $300 in credit card fees. Isn't out the door price good for any payment option?
$8100 OTD for a Rebel 500 seems a bit steep, period! It's illegal in most states to charge a fee for using credit cards, but that's up to them. Most CC processing fees are 2.75 - 3.50%, so that's no small amount with a $8K charge. Personally, I'd shop around for a different dealer... even if it's out of town or out of state. Cheers, and good luck shopping! 😉👍 --QM
My Sportster has hydraulic valve adjustment and belt drive. Never have to mess with the valves. Belt drive lasts 100,000 miles or more. Valve adjustment for my TR-6 and BSA C-15 250 you unscrew the valve cap check ✔️ and your done. RE 500 had hydraulic valve adjustment and a Kickstarter how come the RE350 doesn't? Domestic Indian RE 350 have Kickstarter .
I didn't purchase my Hunter at Iron Supply because they were asking nearly $1K more than TJ's Cycle in Austin, TX. The people at Iron Supply are very friendly and they have a nice atmosphere, but I couldn't justify paying that much more for the same exact bike. You might want to shop around a bit to see if there is a better deal at another dealer before you ink the deal. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
I usually upgrade the front brake pads on all of my motorcycles and scooters to EBC HH pads. They are made from a sintered copper compound that works well in all temperatures and doesn't fade with heat. They also give off less brake dust than traditional organic pad material. However, they tend to be a slightly louder than organic pads. These pads are listed to work on the Himalayan, Scram, Classic, Meteor, and the Hunter: EBC FA181HH amzn.to/48lFAcg . I havent fitted them on my bike yet, so I can't yet vouch for their fit or if they improve the brake feel. I plan to pull my wheels to install new tires in a few weeks, so that's when I will upgrade the pads. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
That's a great question! I've been very surprised at the overall comfort on the Hunter during extended rides. My initial ride home (150 miles from Austin to Houston) was a good trial by fire... no problems or hot spots except for the 106°F+ temperatures that day. I'm still trying out different bar risers to find a slightly more upright riding position, but the OEM layout isn't uncomfortable for me. Ideally, I'd like to sit more upright and not reach down/forward for the handlebars. I think a set of 2" risers (or setback blocks) would be just about perfect. 😉👍 --QM
The Hunter 350 handles very well on the highway due to its weight and minimal cross-section (no fairings or bodywork). At nearly 400 lbs, the Hunter isn't light, but that extra mass coupled with the 17" wheels/tires makes it feel very stable on the road. It's just heavy enough that it's not bothered too much by crosswinds, and it doesn't feel "flighty" at 65+ MPH. The engine and driveline loosens up a bit after 800-1000 miles, so maintaining higher speeds with it gets easier. When it was new, the engine felt like it was straining to maintain 65-70 MPH. After 1000 miles, maintaining 70 felt effortless and pulling from 75-80 MPH was less of a challenge. Keep in mind that the engine only makes ~20 HP at the crank (~17 at the rear wheel), so it runs out of steam above 75 MPH. The Hunters in foreign markets (e.g., India, UK, etc) are electronically limited to 75 MPH, but the USA version doesn't have a speed limiter. You can see a brief top speed run here: ruclips.net/video/FusM7dn5FGA/видео.html . I was running against 20+ MPH diagonal headwinds, so I think the top speed might have been closer to 85-88 MPH under better circumstances. Unfortunately, I won't have the opportunity to do further testing on this bike because it was totaled in a highway accident on October 18th. The final ride vlog for my Hunter is premiering tonight at 6:30 PM (US/Central time): ruclips.net/video/ryELMtEel8g/видео.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Brilliant stuff, lovely new machine Sir. We all like retro thumpers deep at heart because they syncopate nicely with the attavistic spirit within. Thumpers in my MC career...... Kawa Z200, Yami XT500, Suzi SP400, XF650, Vanvan125cc & 200.....only the last 3 are currently in my stable nowadays. Kind regards.
The telemetry data for the HUD is recorded by my GoPro Hero11 camera. The gauge overlay is generated using a third-party program called Telemetry Extractor: goprotelemetryextractor.com/ . I stitch everything together with Adobe Premiere Pro to create the final videos. Creating the overlays is a lot of extra work, but I think the end results are worth the effort. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Have watched quite a bit of your content, but have never heard as much name calling and frustration of your fellow motorists as I did in this video. Did not have a good feel to it, overshadowed the good content.
Thanks for watching and leaving feedback! Sorry that you didn't like the ride today. Moto-commuting is like life: there are good days and bad days... I don't sugarcoat anything. There are no "fellow motorists" in Houston if you're on two wheels or anything that isn't a 2+ ton killing cage on four wheels. Houston is one of the busiest and most dangerous cities in the USA, so it's a wonder that we can travel anywhere and arrive intact these days. Smart motorcyclists assume that ALL cagers are out to kill them either by intent or negligence. So, it's a matter of playing it like a chess game and always assuming the worst will happen so you can try to avoid it. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
I was quoted 4 hours at $185/hr for that service, so I did it myself instead! The total material cost was about $55 and 2 hours of my time (next iteration will be much faster, probably under an hour). Here is the video if you're interested in watching: ruclips.net/video/QFbPgLQdS6k/видео.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
I have already considered that option, and I talked about it in one of my upcoming ride vlogs. I'll be checking one of my existing mounts for the SherpaX trailer to see if it might fit with minor modifications. Otherwise, I'll reach out to KipMoto to see if he can fabricate a mount for the Hunter... it should be a no-brainer. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@allenpearson9716 Howdy, Allen, and sorry for the late reply! The telemetry data for the video is recorded by my GoPro Hero11 camera and my Garmin Zumo GPS (when I'm riding with it). The gauge overlay is generated using a third-party program called Telemetry Extractor: goprotelemetryextractor.com/ The data can be visualized in many formats, and the dashboard layouts are entirely customizable for driving, motorcycling, flying, or any other activity. I create a transparent MOV video overlay, and then I stitch everything together in Premiere Pro to make the final videos. Creating the overlays requires a lot of extra work, but I think the end results are worth the effort. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
That's a great question! I'm a shorter rider at 5' 6" with a 29" inseam, so it fits me well. I think the seating position might be a bit cramped for people over 6' tall due to the relatively short rider triangle and high footpegs. However, you can see a friend of mine, Kevin, sitting on the bike in my first ride review. He is 6' tall and 270 pounds, and he said that it felt comfortable to him: ruclips.net/video/mqPJCGrTKkU/видео.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Yep! It's like a smaller, cheaper (and slower) Bonneville! I like the back-to-basics theme... just a simple, low-stress machine with a laid-back personality. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Congrats on the new ride Quais! I can't overlook your son having No riding protection at all. No helmet, no boots or even sneakers, jacket, pants or gloves. I know that's not the example you set for him. So what's going on with your son? It's just very concerning to see him riding in such a careless fashion. All the best with the new Hunter 350!👍🏼
He was riding to the end of the street (less than 1 block away) to check the mailbox, then returned home about 1 minute later. I don't condone riding without safety gear, but that trip was the equivalent of riding a bicycle down the street. He's an adult now, so he can live with the consequences of his own (bad) decisions if they should happen. 🤷♂️ --QM
@@QuasiMotard We all have done just a short ride around the block with minimal or no protection. I point it out because one mistake in my life, changed it forever. It's my hope for all riders to stay safe and healthy during their entire life riding! Always the best to you Aaron Cheers🍻
That is debatable. I tuned in 7 seconds after notification.😄😂🤣 It really is funny to me. I was in the Army and no one wanted to be first if you know what I mean.👍😄😂🤣
Thanks for watching and leaving feedback! Is there anything in particular that you'd like to see in an upcoming walk-around review of the Hunter 350? 😉👍 --QM
"Stiction" is a common racing term for the friction that fork or shock tubes encounter when sliding against the seals or internal bushings. It's not uncommon to have a slight amount of stiction, but the Hunter feels very notchy right now. That might disappear as the suspension components wear-in. I'll keep an eye on it and replace the fork oil with something different if it doesn't improve over the next 1K miles. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
HB 4122 Sec. 545.0605. OPERATION OF MOTORCYCLES ON ROADWAY LANED FOR TRAFFIC. (a) The operator of a motorcycle: (1) is entitled to full use of a lane and, except as otherwise provided by Subdivision (2), a motor vehicle may not be driven in a manner that deprives a motorcycle of the full use of a lane; (2) may operate the motorcycle two abreast in a single lane with another motorcycle; and (3) may not; (A) operate the motorcycle more than two abreast in a single lane with other motorcycles; (B) operate the motorcycle between lanes of traffic moving in the same direction; or (C) pass a motor vehicle while in the same lane as the vehicle being passed. (b) Subsection (a)(3) does not apply to a police officer in the performance of the officer's official duties. SECTION 2. This Act takes effect September 1, 2023.
I see that your son doesn’t believe in protecting his head all the time. Accidents happen even at low speeds. If it was my son I would tell him to either wear a helmet every time he borrows one of my bikes or go get his own bike, if he wants to continue to gamble with his health. Just saying.
Well... he's an adult now, and that's his bike. He rode to the end of our street to check the mailbox. I suppose riding that distance on a bicycle or walking down our street (no sidewalks) without full safety gear could be equally as dangerous. Houston is nuts. However, we're somewhat obsessed with safety gear for motorcycles and bicycles the Western world. I grew up riding bicycles on public streets in the 70s-80s, then doing BMX freestyle and jumping off of 2-3 story buildings. We didn't have safety gear or helmets back then, and I have the scars and bone fractures to prove it. 🤣 If you really want to see some "crazy" behavior, check out all of the Asian countries (especially Thailand) where NOBODY wears any safety gear of ANY KIND! They race hopped-up scooters at 100+ mph nearly naked. I'm talking about flip-flop sandals, shorts, and maybe a baseball cap! They're still doing OK... I guess?! 😳🙅♂️ --QM
I think it would be really easy to get lane filtering passed if effort was made to distinguish it from California style lane splitting. Its easy to get people to understand air cooled engines overheat in a traffic jam. And its easy to get people to understand that sitting in the back of the line at a red light is dangerous. But when they push for the right to split lanes going down the highway at speed, or just fail to separate the two, the argument falls apart. People see something that seems unfair, dangerous an pisses people off. Also its a California thing. You need to show how your not doing the same thing as California, if you want a red state to support it. But then, I have never dug in to it at the political level. All of my political experience is around second amendment laws. But with those you have to be real selective about what you ask for an what you make sure they know your not asking for. Its like walking a tight rope. I bet this is the same.
Unfortunately, we don't have a good supply of RE parts here in the USA yet. Many of the dealers are out of stock for the genuine RE leg shields at the moment. I'm trying to purchase an aftermarket unit directly from India, but the vendor (Auto Engina) hasn't responded to me yet regarding the shipping. If I can't source the one that I prefer, then I will try Hepco & Becker USA. I plan to install driving lights and folding "highway pegs" on the crash guard for better comfort on my long road trips. The shape and palcement of the RE guards probably won't work with the highway pegs. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
I test rode one of these a few weeks ago and it was such a fun bike. I loved how light it felt. There’s a lot to be said about the experience of a smaller, more basic motorcycle without a lot of electronics. And, I loved the price tag, too. I might buy one. I like the red version.
Totally agree! The Hunter 350 offers a lot of bang for the buck, and it's amazingly efficient so far. My fuel economy is 86+ MPG and still rising as the engine is loosening up after break-in. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotardwould you get another hunter 350? I see they have a big bore kit and an upgraded cam….. should make it a riot!!!!
Caet was/is an Italian company that was at one point obtained by Pirelli, but that was 40 years ago, they are now part of an Indian conglomerate called the RPG Group.
MRF would have been better.
I love my little Hunter. Got mine a few months back and did the first service myself. Tappets were spot on. No adjustment necessary. It’s a fun bike, and I think a great little commuter for sure.
I just completed the initial service on my Hunter, and the valves were close to spec. The intake was about 0.001" (0.02mm) loose, and the exhaust was about 0.001" (0.02mm) tight. I adjusted them to the factory specs and opened up the exhaust another 0.001" to give it room as wears-in a bit more. I'll probably pull the cover again around 1500-2000 miles to check them.
Otherwise, the oil was still clean and the first service was a breeze. It took me about 2.5 hours because I was recording the process for RUclips. Presenting these wrenching sessions video takes MUCH longer than just doing it... starting, stopping, changing batteries, finding the right camera angles, etc, etc. The next time through, I'm sure that I can do the job in under an hour, probably closer to 45 minutes. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard I look
Forward to watching the video. I’m not new to doing my own wrench turning but I can certainly stand to learn from experience. Enjoy your new bike brotha.
Tested one out. They feel and look like the old school motorcycles my dad rode back in the seventies when I was a kid. Im thinking about purchasing one for each of us! It would be a blast.
Each "bar" on the fuel gauge is about 0.5 gallons, so you probably saw something in the low-to-mid 80's mpg. The engine loosens up after 1000/1200 miles and mpg improves. Tachometer shows warm idle is at about 1000 rpm (~1500 cold). Fuel-X pro adds a bit (classic), but not much (with DNA & cat-delete, so hard to tell what comes from what). I got it for the Kent cam, which I've not yet installed. Valves on the classic and hunter were OK at 300 miles for us (we stuck to the 45/50 mph break-in). I've heard that the speedo sense is from the front wheel's ABS ring and that the numbers which flash on startup are firmware version. Our shocks loosened up after 1000 miles-or-so. Ceat tires have been fine on both so far. The classic's rear is showing wear at about 3700 miles.
I will say that ordering parts through my local dealer is painful. It takes months for anything, e.g. touring seat, to arrive. Ebay and Hitchcock are a lot faster.
I love my low idle on my scram, plus I can often just let out the clutch and roll, I don't think I've stalled it yet but when I forgot to pick up my kick stand.
Love that classic design!
I just watched this...I really appreciate your grand tour of your RE.
Many congratulations on the new bike. I watched the ride home from the dealer earlier. Nice looking bike. I’m not sure I couldn’t not Lane split if I was riding in Texas. It’s essential in the UK due to the traffic volumes.
Great little review mate, glad to see the hunter appearing in the US. Royal Enfield has become a hugely popular brand in the Uk.They do make great reliable cheap transport.Enjoy your time with it.All the best 😊 from the UK.
started watching your channel when i got a super cub a couple years ago, I bought a hunter in July, glad to see you got one too
Love this bike, getting mine in a few months.
I had every intention of getting a Honda Bike, but the Royal Enfield value and style was too good to pass up. I considered just about every bike they make before settling on the scram 411.
Agreed! I was torn between the Hunter 350 and the Scram 411, but the Hunter's retro-classic styling won me over. The Hunter's tubeless 17" tires were also a huge deciding factor for me.
It's much easier to patch tubeless tires out on the road than it is messing with tubes. Flats on tube-type tires & rims require dismounting the wheel & tire from the bike, patching the tube, and then remounting and hoping that you don't pinch the tube again. Tubless tires can be patched on the bike in 2 minutes flat with a plug patch kit and CO2 inflators: ruclips.net/video/YlIA6bm1-wk/видео.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Beautiful bike Quasi nice color combo and already have a nickname for your bike. "Thumper" the single -cylinder,4 stroke, air-oil cooled engine is very interesting design. Reminds of the Buell Blast air cooled bike with the single. Loving the cafe racer look on the Royal and defiantly would like to own one day.
I am from India, and seriously considering the Hunter as my workhorse...(I run a small farm up in the mountains of Southern India, lot of daily errands to be taken care of.. about 50 kilo metres of short runs in a day)...I ll tell my friends that an American gentleman strongly reccommended Hunter for my use case...
Thanks for watching, and greetings from the USA! I've seen a lot of videos from India with owners abusing their Hunter 350's on brutal dirt roads, so I'm sure it can take the abuse. I would recommend switching the original CEAT street tires with some decent knobby tires if you'll be riding mountains and off-road chores.
Good luck with your upcoming purchase, and I hope you find a good fit! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard Thank you very much....🙏🙏
WOW! Since your visit to Iron, I am getting suggested vids on the RE Hunter. Funny how fast it is popping up in my feed since then.🤔🤔 😂🤣
Can I ask what GPS app you’re using. Because it is very informative. I would to get that GPS. Thank you in advance if you provide that GPS app.
The telemetry data for the HUD is recorded by my GoPro Hero11 camera and my Garmin Zumo GPS. The gauge overlay is generated using a third-party program called Telemetry Extractor: goprotelemetryextractor.com/
Most modern action cameras have integrated GPS and telemetry that can be enabled in the camera settings. If you have a camera without a GPS, then you can use an app on your mobile phone to record the GPS information for Telemetry Extractor or other applications. Here is a great tutorial from the creators of Telemetry Extractor: ruclips.net/video/paQm2rJC_X4/видео.htmlsi=HNwAQg25ogFJrs9h
I stitch everything together with Adobe Premiere Pro to create the final videos. Creating the overlays is a lot of extra work, but I think the end results are worth the effort. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
are you using any instrument to measure all of these numbers on screen like speed, incline, map, time? this is so impressive and gives us a viewers a POV of a bikers. first time i am seeing this. can you tell me how you are doing this? BTW i am buying this bike in a upcoming month :)
Congrats on your upcoming Hunter 350 purchase! The telemetry data for the heads-up display is recorded by my GoPro Hero11 camera (and my Garmin Zumo GPS when I'm riding with it). The gauge overlay is generated using a third-party program called Telemetry Overlay: goprotelemetryextractor.com/
I stitch everything together with Adobe Premiere Pro to create the final videos. Creating the overlays is a lot of extra work, but I think the end results are worth the effort. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Thats bad ass i want one i wanted the scram at first but leaning toward this love the classic look
I was in the same boat until I saw the Hunter in person. The standard, almost Cafe look, really struck a chord with me. It's not a fast bike, but that's not its purpose. It's well-made, fuel-efficient, and easy to ride.
I think it's gonna be a heck of a small-bore, back road touring bike when I'm finished adding a few minor creature comforts to it. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Thank you so much for posting this video! I have a 600 class sport bike and I am looking for a lower cc bike to cruise around on. Was looking at this and the SCRAM 411! Great video! Thank you!
I own one dapper grey. Such a nice bike. Fun to ride. I felt suspension problem Lil bit while offl roading. But overall amazing bike.
Will keep an eye on this bike .Have read they are dependable as in they always start and run well but not durable as they wear out because Royal Enfield uses low grade metals . Being this guy on this channel puts ALOT of miles on a bike it is a great test .
Pro tip: use the Quadlock to hold your receipt or your paid parking slip. 🤙
Bike looks fantastic! RE is doing some great things when it comes to styling and marketing.
I used Iron Supply for some work on my Himalayan. Decent enough folks that work there but a little pricey in my opinion.
Agreed! Great folks with a friendly atmosphere, but they are very overpriced. 😉👍 --QM
Have you looked up the new one?
Chief, well done ride & review video! Take care of it, and, it will take care of you-not leave you stranded in a bad situation. I'm looking at the super meteor 650 for my 1st bike! I'm now 59 years old and, the Royal Enfield motorcycle has proven itself, and, moved to the top of my list!⭐⭐⭐😎🤓🏍️🇺🇸 Doug
Dear Quasi: I know after perusing all of the relevant videos, that you and the Hunter have suffered a serious fate. I wonder, this long after the fact, if you had it to do over again... would you purchase it again? More specific qs, if you've a moment... Where does this vid start? Lovely neighborhood, mature trees. blvds. etc. Metro Houston somewhere? Also... you mentioned the risers, at one inch back, and one inch up. Were you able to accomplish this with stock cables? Thanks for any insight you can provide, and sorry for your TA trauma. Glad you were able to... "limp" away. John in Colorado
Try Dunlop Mutant tires. Best I've ever bought in 40+ years of riding. Hopefully in your sizes. Check reviews. Nothing but high praise. I had them on my 2020 Ninja 650 and my 2021 Versus 650. Incredible we and dry grip and I put average 8000 miles plus on them.
Looking for luggage? Hepco Becker C-Bow side bags or tail bag or rear passenger back pad. Cheap and durable. Totaled my 2021 Versus recently. Hit a deer at night. Mounting brackets unfazed. Side case took the hit.
Speedometer does use the front abs sensor. 😎
CEAT were italian from 20s to 50s tnen bought by the indians via TATA CEAT like FIAT make all sorts
i never do the brake in i just ride it.
You mean break in ? I guess you didn’t do English class either huh lol 😂
@@7thsignthenorthcoast146Dick😂😂
Congrats, my meteor 350 has been amazingly reliable, and yes, impossible to follow exact break in lol.
I’m considering the Scram 411. I sure wish that when Royal Enfield made its “big announcement “ lately it would have been about giving the Hunter, Scram and Himalayan a 450 or 500cc engine. Instead, it was about yet another 350 single. Not that there is anything inherently wrong with a 350 it’s just that, that is the fourth on offer.
Not sure about Texas, but where i live gas has 10% ethanol unless you buy 91 or above. Ethanol is really bad for fuel injectors on motorcycles. That's the only reason i buy the good stuff. Fun video. I'm looking at buying one of these soon.
Thanks for watching and leaving feedback! Unfortunately, nearly all the fuel down here in Southern Texas is E-10, including the premium grades. We only have a handful of stations in the greater Houston metro area that sell E-0 (ethanol-free), so it's difficult to wean our vehicles off of alcohol. 🤣👍 --QM
All speedos on all vehicles read 4 to 5 mph over this is to prevent the manufacturer from being sued if you get a speeding ticket. Its been this way for at least 50 years
Tyres brakes and suspension all take a while to bed in. Ceat were owned by Pirelli for a while, not long, but have been making tyres for over 100 years.
Idle sounds fine. I have 350classic
I would buy one if the valve clearance checks didn't need to be done every 5k. That is a massive headache. There is no way in this world, I'm checking valve clearance every 5k, no way, you'd be mental. Between oil changes, cleaning your chain, tensioning the chain you will be at the next 5k clearance check. You need to give way too much love to these bikes. Compared to a CB300R the valve clearance checks come every 24k. A massive difference. I would have bought an RE if the J motors didn't need such aggressive valve checks.
Love the bike---looks great
Thanks 👍
It's going to be a Hunter or Triumph Speed 400 for me. I'm leaning heaving towards the later.
When you replace those frons lights with LEDs, please make a video. I have the LEDs also lbut not sure how to put them in.
Howdy, Larry! I recorded that process last week. I'll try to edit and post the video for that in the next few days.
The process isn't difficult, but it's tedious and takes some time. The headlight bucket needs to be removed to access the turn signal mounts. It took me about 90 minutes total (in the dark) to fumble through the job. Next time through, I could probably do it in under 30 minutes. 😉👍 --QM
@QuasiMotard I did find a video for it. Of course, it looked easy in time lapse
Try Hitchcocks parts. They always have quality parts and are quicker than most aftermarket options for all English/RE bikes.
I don't know if it's intentional, but that low speed idle is reminiscent of the old classic RE chuffa chuffa chuffa exhaust note. Maybe it's just in the RE DNA.
I think it's intentional... it's just one of the hallmark R-E traits. It's taking me a while to get accustomed to it, but I'm getting there slowly.
The only part about it that bothers me is there is a "knocking" quality to it that almost sounds like rod-knock or piston slap. As a life-long racer and wrencher, I'm sensitive to those sounds because they usually indicate a mechanical problem or impending doom for the engine! 🤣👍 --QM
I can’t wait to see you modifying it 😂
Hello ! I’m about to start in the motorcycle life, which one do you recommend this one or the Honda rebel 500, like I said I never had a bike before and I can’t decide I like both and kind the same price
Howdy, and welcome to the a̶d̶d̶i̶c̶t̶i̶o̶n̶ hobby! The Hunter 350 and the Rebel 500 are very different bikes in terms of ergonomics, power, and capabilities. The Hunter has an upright, standard riding position with a very relaxed engine character and very good road manners. The Rebel is a cruiser with a slight feet-forward seating position and a more lively engine character.
Both bikes are very friendly and non-intimidating for new riders: low seat heights, low machine weights, modest engine output, and very easy clutch and shifting. Overall, the Rebel 500 will be a much more capable motorcycle in terms of acceleration, top speed, and highway use because of its power output (47 HP vs the Hunter's 22-ish HP). If you don't intend to ride on the highway for extended periods or travel above 70 mph, then the Hunter is still a good choice.
Maintenance costs and difficulty for both bikes is negligible and can be handled by just about any motorcycle shop (if you're not inclined to do it yourself). The valve check/adjustment intervals are more frequent on the Hunter because it's air-cooled (6K miles) vs the Honda's liquid-cooled engine (16K miles). The Hunter uses a tappet with a screw adjuster (simple, no parts needed), while the Honda uses a shim & bucket design (more durable, but need to replace shims). All other wear items should be roughly the same between the two under typical riding conditions.
So, the choice really boils down to your comfort preferences and intended riding chores. I recommend sitting on both of them for several minutes and moving them around a bit (e.g., roll them around the showroom, on/off the side stand and center stand, etc)... or test ride them if that's an option. Good luck with your upcoming purchase, and I hope you find a good fit! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
How do those tires feel ? I like the old school thumper sound
The tires feel OK so far, but I haven't ridden with them on wet pavement yet. They squirrel around a bit over grooved pavement on I-10. I'm shopping to find a set of Michelin Road 6's for it now. 😉👍 --QM
I don't see any brackets to install a rear rack+top box for this bike. What are you gonna do for storage though? Or are you gonna keep it clean like the Rebel
Same question I had. 👍
There are four bolts under the seat that secure the passenger grab rails (two on each side). Most of the aftermarket racks that I've seen replace the existing grab rails and reuse those mounting points, then extend backward with a platform over the tail light.
I might add a small rear rack to this Hunter, but I prefer the simple, naked look on this bike. I am searching for some minimalist pannier mounts (discussed in my next ride vlog that will be public in a few minutes). Most of the existing pannier mounts are HUGE and ruin the aesthetics of the bike, in my opinion.
I'm hoping for something like the SW-MOTECH racks on my Honda Rebel 1100 instead. Those match the bike's aesthetics and nearly disappear when the bags aren't attached to the bike. I might buy some SW-M SLC racks and take them to a local fabrication shop to see if they can be modified to fit the Hunter. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Hello, are you supposed to ride with high beams on? I'm not sure if things are different where you live, but here it's illegal to blind others on the road
That is a frequent question that I receive on my videos. I made a short video recently to answer this question, and I included more detail with some reference material: ruclips.net/video/VD0xbRZMpz4/видео.html .
Riding with high beams during daylight hours is a recommended and taught safety procedure here in the USA to give motorcyclists better conspicuity in traffic. The headlights aren't blinding to oncoming motorists because of the relative brightness compared to daylight. It's certainly more noticeable than a dimmed light, but that's the objective... being SEEN by other motorists.
Of course, we dip to low beams after dusk and during low light conditions (e.g., overcast or rainy days) to avoid blinding oncoming traffic. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard Thank you for answering. That makes sense, it does make you more noticeable, but it sure feels strange to me. I'm from Portugal and here we can't do that, awareness is a problem sometimes but we just gotta ride with that in mind.
hey it sounds good! WOOHOO!
I'm not being negative but are they reliable?
I'm asking because i would love to have one
I've heard excellent reports from R-E owners over the past few years. Reportedly, the quality control and reliability have drastically improved since Eicher Motors took over the production in India.
These new models have a 36-month, unlimited mile warranty, so that says a lot about R-E's faith in their products. Warranty claim processing and parts availability are still variables that I wonder about. We'll see how it goes! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Last week, I went to Honda to get an out the door price in a 2023 Revel 500cc with abs. He quoted me $8100, which seemed high to me. However, when I said I would swipe my credit card. He stated that $8100 was a cash price, and he won't pay the $300 in credit card fees. Isn't out the door price good for any payment option?
$8100 OTD for a Rebel 500 seems a bit steep, period! It's illegal in most states to charge a fee for using credit cards, but that's up to them. Most CC processing fees are 2.75 - 3.50%, so that's no small amount with a $8K charge. Personally, I'd shop around for a different dealer... even if it's out of town or out of state. Cheers, and good luck shopping! 😉👍 --QM
My Sportster has hydraulic valve adjustment and belt drive. Never have to mess with the valves. Belt drive lasts 100,000 miles or more. Valve adjustment for my TR-6 and BSA C-15 250 you unscrew the valve cap check ✔️ and your done. RE 500 had hydraulic valve adjustment and a Kickstarter how come the RE350 doesn't? Domestic Indian RE 350 have Kickstarter .
How was the buying experience at Iron Supply, and how much was the bike fees included? I plan on buying a Hunter there in a few months
I didn't purchase my Hunter at Iron Supply because they were asking nearly $1K more than TJ's Cycle in Austin, TX. The people at Iron Supply are very friendly and they have a nice atmosphere, but I couldn't justify paying that much more for the same exact bike. You might want to shop around a bit to see if there is a better deal at another dealer before you ink the deal. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard Thanks for the reply! I'll definitely take your advice
Whst pads did you say were ordered? The brakes on my hunter are loud. Im blowing the dust out after each ride it gets so bad.
I usually upgrade the front brake pads on all of my motorcycles and scooters to EBC HH pads. They are made from a sintered copper compound that works well in all temperatures and doesn't fade with heat. They also give off less brake dust than traditional organic pad material. However, they tend to be a slightly louder than organic pads.
These pads are listed to work on the Himalayan, Scram, Classic, Meteor, and the Hunter: EBC FA181HH amzn.to/48lFAcg . I havent fitted them on my bike yet, so I can't yet vouch for their fit or if they improve the brake feel. I plan to pull my wheels to install new tires in a few weeks, so that's when I will upgrade the pads. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard nice. Where did you order them from? I'd like to get some.
@@scoothome I ordered those through Amazon. The link in my comment should take you straight to the product page. 😉👍 --QM
How is the suspension and the seat after a decent commute? Is it comfy or do you get sore?
That's a great question! I've been very surprised at the overall comfort on the Hunter during extended rides. My initial ride home (150 miles from Austin to Houston) was a good trial by fire... no problems or hot spots except for the 106°F+ temperatures that day.
I'm still trying out different bar risers to find a slightly more upright riding position, but the OEM layout isn't uncomfortable for me. Ideally, I'd like to sit more upright and not reach down/forward for the handlebars. I think a set of 2" risers (or setback blocks) would be just about perfect. 😉👍 --QM
Sorry bud, don't know if you already answered this question, but how does it fair on the highway?
The Hunter 350 handles very well on the highway due to its weight and minimal cross-section (no fairings or bodywork). At nearly 400 lbs, the Hunter isn't light, but that extra mass coupled with the 17" wheels/tires makes it feel very stable on the road. It's just heavy enough that it's not bothered too much by crosswinds, and it doesn't feel "flighty" at 65+ MPH.
The engine and driveline loosens up a bit after 800-1000 miles, so maintaining higher speeds with it gets easier. When it was new, the engine felt like it was straining to maintain 65-70 MPH.
After 1000 miles, maintaining 70 felt effortless and pulling from 75-80 MPH was less of a challenge.
Keep in mind that the engine only makes ~20 HP at the crank (~17 at the rear wheel), so it runs out of steam above 75 MPH. The Hunters in foreign markets (e.g., India, UK, etc) are electronically limited to 75 MPH, but the USA version doesn't have a speed limiter. You can see a brief top speed run here: ruclips.net/video/FusM7dn5FGA/видео.html . I was running against 20+ MPH diagonal headwinds, so I think the top speed might have been closer to 85-88 MPH under better circumstances.
Unfortunately, I won't have the opportunity to do further testing on this bike because it was totaled in a highway accident on October 18th. The final ride vlog for my Hunter is premiering tonight at 6:30 PM (US/Central time): ruclips.net/video/ryELMtEel8g/видео.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Brilliant stuff, lovely new machine Sir. We all like retro thumpers deep at heart because they syncopate nicely with the attavistic spirit within.
Thumpers in my MC career...... Kawa Z200, Yami XT500, Suzi SP400, XF650, Vanvan125cc & 200.....only the last 3 are currently in my stable nowadays.
Kind regards.
Thanks! It's a real hoot to ride and a thrum on the retro vibes in my menory banks, for sure! 😉👍 --QM
Should put crash bars on the bike. Always good to have them just in case.
Que moto linda.
What app do you use to show the on screen details like speed and direction on screen.
The telemetry data for the HUD is recorded by my GoPro Hero11 camera. The gauge overlay is generated using a third-party program called Telemetry Extractor: goprotelemetryextractor.com/ . I stitch everything together with Adobe Premiere Pro to create the final videos. Creating the overlays is a lot of extra work, but I think the end results are worth the effort. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Thank you so much !
Have watched quite a bit of your content, but have never heard as much name calling and frustration of your fellow motorists as I did in this video. Did not have a good feel to it, overshadowed the good content.
Thanks for watching and leaving feedback! Sorry that you didn't like the ride today.
Moto-commuting is like life: there are good days and bad days... I don't sugarcoat anything. There are no "fellow motorists" in Houston if you're on two wheels or anything that isn't a 2+ ton killing cage on four wheels. Houston is one of the busiest and most dangerous cities in the USA, so it's a wonder that we can travel anywhere and arrive intact these days.
Smart motorcyclists assume that ALL cagers are out to kill them either by intent or negligence. So, it's a matter of playing it like a chess game and always assuming the worst will happen so you can try to avoid it. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@QuasiMotard thanks for the response and I appreciate the additional perspective.
Hitchcocks says that tool is not currently not available. You got the last one for now it looks...
Gotta love that 0.82€/litre gas price...
Wait wait wait! Back at Christian Brothers? That need a video.
Yep... that's coming up soon! The truck has been fixed, and that deserves a follow-up video for some continuity/closure. 😉👍 --QM
Can you post a list of all the accessories from india. ?
I'm curious to know how much the first service will cost.
I was quoted 4 hours at $185/hr for that service, so I did it myself instead! The total material cost was about $55 and 2 hours of my time (next iteration will be much faster, probably under an hour). Here is the video if you're interested in watching: ruclips.net/video/QFbPgLQdS6k/видео.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Will, you be adding a trailer on this too?
I have already considered that option, and I talked about it in one of my upcoming ride vlogs. I'll be checking one of my existing mounts for the SherpaX trailer to see if it might fit with minor modifications. Otherwise, I'll reach out to KipMoto to see if he can fabricate a mount for the Hunter... it should be a no-brainer. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
Since you will only be doing street riding, might want to consider in a solid ball mount with a small cargo trailer@@QuasiMotard
Congrats! Silly question: are those just graphics at the bottom of the screen or are you using a smart helmet?
@@allenpearson9716 Howdy, Allen, and sorry for the late reply! The telemetry data for the video is recorded by my GoPro Hero11 camera and my Garmin Zumo GPS (when I'm riding with it). The gauge overlay is generated using a third-party program called Telemetry Extractor: goprotelemetryextractor.com/
The data can be visualized in many formats, and the dashboard layouts are entirely customizable for driving, motorcycling, flying, or any other activity. I create a transparent MOV video overlay, and then I stitch everything together in Premiere Pro to make the final videos. Creating the overlays requires a lot of extra work, but I think the end results are worth the effort. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
is it good for a 6ft person? thanks!
That's a great question! I'm a shorter rider at 5' 6" with a 29" inseam, so it fits me well. I think the seating position might be a bit cramped for people over 6' tall due to the relatively short rider triangle and high footpegs.
However, you can see a friend of mine, Kevin, sitting on the bike in my first ride review. He is 6' tall and 270 pounds, and he said that it felt comfortable to him: ruclips.net/video/mqPJCGrTKkU/видео.html . Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
LOL...ride it like ya stole it......its a thumper....wont hurt it one bit
Nice Triumph replica!
Yep! It's like a smaller, cheaper (and slower) Bonneville! I like the back-to-basics theme... just a simple, low-stress machine with a laid-back personality. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
I can't comment on on the 20mph rule... People are making out its the whole of wales.... It makes sense around schools etc
Congrats on the new ride Quais! I can't overlook your son having No riding protection at all. No helmet, no boots or even sneakers, jacket, pants or gloves. I know that's not the example you set for him. So what's going on with your son? It's just very concerning to see him riding in such a careless fashion. All the best with the new Hunter 350!👍🏼
He was riding to the end of the street (less than 1 block away) to check the mailbox, then returned home about 1 minute later. I don't condone riding without safety gear, but that trip was the equivalent of riding a bicycle down the street.
He's an adult now, so he can live with the consequences of his own (bad) decisions if they should happen. 🤷♂️ --QM
@@QuasiMotard We all have done just a short ride around the block with minimal or no protection. I point it out because one mistake in my life, changed it forever. It's my hope for all riders to stay safe and healthy during their entire life riding! Always the best to you Aaron Cheers🍻
Hopefully you’re not taking it back to TJ‘s for the first service they already charged you way over what any other dealer charges for the bike.
Which dealers are cheaper in the Texas area? 🤔
The Royal Enfield fuel guage''s are historically inaccurate except at the very ends of travel.
Walmart sells gas?
First! 🕺🕺🕺
Woohoo... lightning fast reflexes! 😉👍 --QM
That is debatable. I tuned in 7 seconds after notification.😄😂🤣 It really is funny to me. I was in the Army and no one wanted to be first if you know what I mean.👍😄😂🤣
Live in your area and know the roads you drive well. So it adds a bit to your excellent videos.
Thanks for watching and leaving feedback! Is there anything in particular that you'd like to see in an upcoming walk-around review of the Hunter 350? 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard I'm patiently waiting to see the luggage options and mounting hardware 😁
Never heard the word, 'stiction' before, but then I'm not that knowledgeable about bike mechanics.
"Stiction" is a common racing term for the friction that fork or shock tubes encounter when sliding against the seals or internal bushings. It's not uncommon to have a slight amount of stiction, but the Hunter feels very notchy right now. That might disappear as the suspension components wear-in.
I'll keep an eye on it and replace the fork oil with something different if it doesn't improve over the next 1K miles. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
you were riding to work i was catching a plane to pearson and driving to upstate noo yoik - video is very artee fartee at the beginning lol
HB 4122
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FOR TRAFFIC. (a) The operator of a motorcycle:
(1) is entitled to full use of a lane and, except as
otherwise provided by Subdivision (2), a motor vehicle may not be
driven in a manner that deprives a motorcycle of the full use of a
lane;
(2) may operate the motorcycle two abreast in a single
lane with another motorcycle; and
(3) may not;
(A) operate the motorcycle more than two abreast
in a single lane with other motorcycles;
(B) operate the motorcycle between lanes of
traffic moving in the same direction; or
(C) pass a motor vehicle while in the same lane as
the vehicle being passed.
(b) Subsection (a)(3) does not apply to a police officer in
the performance of the officer's official duties.
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I see that your son doesn’t believe in protecting his head all the time. Accidents happen even at low speeds.
If it was my son I would tell him to either wear a helmet every time he borrows one of my bikes or go get his own bike, if he wants to continue to gamble with his health.
Just saying.
Well... he's an adult now, and that's his bike. He rode to the end of our street to check the mailbox. I suppose riding that distance on a bicycle or walking down our street (no sidewalks) without full safety gear could be equally as dangerous. Houston is nuts.
However, we're somewhat obsessed with safety gear for motorcycles and bicycles the Western world. I grew up riding bicycles on public streets in the 70s-80s, then doing BMX freestyle and jumping off of 2-3 story buildings. We didn't have safety gear or helmets back then, and I have the scars and bone fractures to prove it. 🤣
If you really want to see some "crazy" behavior, check out all of the Asian countries (especially Thailand) where NOBODY wears any safety gear of ANY KIND! They race hopped-up scooters at 100+ mph nearly naked. I'm talking about flip-flop sandals, shorts, and maybe a baseball cap! They're still doing OK... I guess?! 😳🙅♂️ --QM
Maybe becuz the stroke is long...
I think it would be really easy to get lane filtering passed if effort was made to distinguish it from California style lane splitting. Its easy to get people to understand air cooled engines overheat in a traffic jam. And its easy to get people to understand that sitting in the back of the line at a red light is dangerous. But when they push for the right to split lanes going down the highway at speed, or just fail to separate the two, the argument falls apart. People see something that seems unfair, dangerous an pisses people off. Also its a California thing. You need to show how your not doing the same thing as California, if you want a red state to support it. But then, I have never dug in to it at the political level. All of my political experience is around second amendment laws. But with those you have to be real selective about what you ask for an what you make sure they know your not asking for. Its like walking a tight rope. I bet this is the same.
The State doesn't matter, when splitting lanes is done correctly, it's the safest option. There are crazy riders and drivers everywhere.
I'm sorry. I couldn't help but notice your son not wearing ANY gear. A baseball cap, short sleeves, shorts and flip flops???😳🤕
Sir get the leg guard safety first
Unfortunately, we don't have a good supply of RE parts here in the USA yet. Many of the dealers are out of stock for the genuine RE leg shields at the moment. I'm trying to purchase an aftermarket unit directly from India, but the vendor (Auto Engina) hasn't responded to me yet regarding the shipping.
If I can't source the one that I prefer, then I will try Hepco & Becker USA. I plan to install driving lights and folding "highway pegs" on the crash guard for better comfort on my long road trips. The shape and palcement of the RE guards probably won't work with the highway pegs. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM
@@QuasiMotard I hope you get those bike parts as soon as possible