2021 Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Ride & Review: Small Cruiser, Big Value?
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- Опубликовано: 4 авг 2024
- We ride the all-new motorcycle from Royal Enfield, the Meteor 350. A huge value packed into a compact cruiser. We review the bike's features, ride it in numerous scenarios, and share our impressions of this new offering by one of the oldest yet fastest growing motorcycle brands in the world.
*Note: In the video, we indicate issues we had pairing an iPhone 11 Pro with the Google-powered Tripper navigation. That has been resolved, as we were missing a step in the setup process. The nav system works perfectly now.
We also know Rob accidentally called it a "Himalayan" about 3 mins in. No need to keep reminding us of the gaff! Simple slip of the tongue.
For our full review on our main moto site, with never-before-seen photos, check us out here!
roaddirt.tv/struck-by-a-meteor/
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I bought mine two weeks ago and have done over 800km already. I love this thing! Here in New Zealand we have a benign climate and endless windy, hilly backroads for which the Meteor is ideal. The handling, braking and suspension are perfect for this, although the power output is a bit marginal for the freeway. But who wants to sit on freeways all day? It's nicely put together and the detail & quality is excellent. Some established manufacturers need to be very very worried because RE is going to eat their lunch!
Great word, Andrew! We’d love to come ride NZ with you someday. Dream trip for us Yanks. Glad you love the Meteor, fantastic bike.
Hi. I am in NZ too and thinking about the Meteor. Have you ridden yours on any metal/gravel roads? If so, how did it handle them?
@@jeffh8840 Hi, Royal Enfield bikes have been used by the Indian Army since 1950's and on all types of terrains across Indian Subcontinent, from planes to the Himalayas, from desert to Marsh lands. Don't worry RE can handle whatever you throw at them.
This is probably the most positive review of a RE motorcycle. Some diss em, some just ride em n have a good time. Cool review dude👍
Thanks! We truly have enjoyed the bike.
Your welcome
Your welcome
@@brokeguy5607 regardless of what label YT stuck on the video, we most certainly were NOT paid by Royal Enfield to ride/review the Meteor. The “paid promotion” was Law Tigers, sponsoring the production.
@@roaddirttv Thanks for the correction.
Himalayan is so popular outside India that he accidentally called meteor 350 a Himalayan 350.
Good review.
Thank you. And we recently evaluated a Himi, so simple slip of the tongue.
Yes the Himalayan is powered by a 411cc single cylinder motor.
Himalayan is very popular bike all over the world tbh
@@davidmacgregor5193 yes.. But top speed is not good at all.. Only 130 kph 🙁ninja 400 goes at 190 kph
@@starscream1457 it's made for offroad adventure than inroad..
I saw lot's of royal enfield meteor 360 review also our Indian review's.....but man this is the best review i ever seen...on this topic....lot's of love from India (West Bengal)
Thank you for the kind words! Best to you in West Bengal!
@@roaddirttv
I AM FROM INDIA,,I HAVE A
3 ROYAL ENFIELD,, ROYAL ENFIELD IN MY BLOOD,,I LOVE ROYAL ENFIELD 🌹🌹🌹
350*
That's what motorcycling was all about, before the Greed kicked in to companies who are just making 900 - 1200 cc bikes,which are expesive,heavy.
Exactly onky the thing s msn needs is a decent engine and the will.to.ride.no need.for too much power
Exactly! Constantly filling it up. And it isn't as practical around town!
That music needs to play in my head while I'm riding.
Ha ha, I just bought the song (Laurel Leaves by Modern Aquatic) on iTunes and added it to my motorcycle playlist. Actually bought a few of their songs. Never heard of them before.
If you like their bikes or not, but it needs to be cherished how well Royal Enfield revived itself and amps up their game to establish themselves as the "affordable but stylish and fun" brand, I just love what a unique and fairly successful approach RE took to tab into the market
Just waiting for my Meteor Stellar in red to arrive. As I am gone 74 and with knees that don't cope too well with my 750 Honda F2r's weight any more this bike is a "hop on and ride for the fun of it" machine. The finish and detail on them is FAR above what RE used to be capable of.
Beautiful color, the Stellar Red. Glad you’re still riding at 74! You’ll certainly enjoy the Meteor.
The 350 and 650 bikes of RE could very well become great sellers in the western countries as commuter bikes.
A shame Harley and Indian don't tap into this segment with a few quality models.
Harley had bikes in those segments back in the 1960s-early 70s, in their AMF years, and they sold well for them. To capture a new generation of riders, I agree, smaller more affordable machines are the future.
Harley is going with a rebadged qiangling SRV300.
Looks a great bike! I have the 650 Interceptor (UK spec). That is a fab bike but this is even better with digital gear indicator etc.
RE have really caught the mood of biking.
Good for them!!!!
@@TheKRU251 They’ve got their finger on the moto pulse, no doubt.
and Triumph...Sooo expensive and not even made in the uk no more.That's why i bought the interceptor and not the street twin..3000 pound more expensive but in my opinion not 3000 pounds better.
In the U.K. the Meteor is being reviewed by riders of 6ft 3 and 6ft 4 who not only love the ride but say it is comfortable and fits them as well.
Good to know, happy to hear taller riders enjoy the Meteor as well.
Going to keep this bike on my first bike list. I can't wait, to see it released in the United States. Awesome video!
Thanks Todd! We certainly have enjoyed the bike, think you will too.
I like your review man. I'm just new into the motorcycle world and planning to purchase this as a newbie. The freedom from riding a bike is just different. Ride safe, from the 🇵🇭
Welcome to the motorcycling family, Ephraim!
Really loved the way you made the review. Lots of Love from India and happy riding 🙂
Love to see the way you enjoy your ride on re meteor 350, can't wait to get my hands on this! With that music in my head 🎶❤️ really liked your review 🙏
Thank you! We enjoyed the bike, enjoyed shooting and compiling the video review.
Fantastic bgm score + awesome review sir ❤️. I am in love with my meteor fireball !
Hey, my friend! Allways a goooood video about some motorcycle! And this is perfect! Since the interceptor 650 review, i am a follower! Thanks again!!
Thanks Francisco! Glad you enjoy our video reviews! We appreciate you my friend!
This video showed up on my YT recommendation list. Man, I had the urge to buy this bike after your review - lol. Loved everything about this review! Even loved the music- had to buy it on iTunes and put it in my motorcycle playlist - haha.
Very cool! Glad you found us! Hope you like, share and subscribe- check out our other bike reviews- more on the way!
Oh, and we agree, the Meteor is an awesome value motorcycle.
Glad you liked the tune!
Royal enfield meteor matt black color looks dope!! Amazing review my friend!! 👍
Thank you! We’ve enjoyed riding and writing about it.
I have a RE Meteor Fireball Yellow & simply love riding it long distance & in city as well daily !!! Excellent presentation BTW !!!
Beautiful bike! Thank you!
Nice review Rob. Honest and real. Its a great bike. One of those forever things.
Great presentation, music footage and not too much of the tech to bore. Enjoyed Rob, friendly fella
Thank you Bruce! So glad you enjoyed our eval of the bike. We agree, Rob’s a pretty affable guy.
Loved the review! Amazing content supported by nice background scores. Just one thing. ByBre stands for By Brembro. Brembo Brakes would be BreBra which would be a lot more fun to say out loud.
Thanks for tuning in! Point well-taken 😆
My 2nd or 3rd viewing of your review. Just love how you communicated the joy of riding this bike. Good onya . I'm 6 foot and it suits me fine.
Wow, we’re honored and grateful! Much appreciated, @lancerbiker5263
Just got my RE Meteor 350 two weeks back. I can surely say Royal Enfield has come a huge way from ancient bullet to this marvel. Just loving it.
Glad you’re enjoying the Meteor. RE is building fine quality bikes at great prices.
It feels great that I also have the same bike and I got it delivered 3 days back and the experience is way better than expected....btw great review brother 👍❤️
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it, and glad you’re enjoying your Meteor!
Rider to Rider, Heart to Heart. Good review.
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Great review
Happy Riding 👍
Good review man, booked the same colour in Jan but due to the lockdown I couldn’t get it from the showroom, for the paper work is still pending, hope I will get it in another 6 days.
Excellent! We know you’ll enjoy it.
Amazing review! Cheers from Brazil!
Thank you André! Best to you!
love from india sir my meteor is 3 days old and just as you said this bike make the rider to want for more ride. Every morning i am hyped to ride this gentle beast 👍 great video .
Great to know! Thanks!
Ok this bike is dope as hell man, I’m REALLY hoping to get one
We don’t think you’ll be disappointed.
nice video...very good review. thank you and stay safe.
It's such a beautiful motorcycle with an amazing review.
Tring Tring. A new subscriber has just subscribed. Thank you for the wonderful review.
Thank you! Welcome aboard!
Its predecessor THUNDERBIRD 350 was a super hit in India. And now the Meteor 350 is following that bright path here. Many people prefer Royal Enfield (be it thunderbird or classic or meteor or interceptor or Himalayan..) for their dream trip to Ladakh. Because, Royal Enfield has service centers everywhere in India, also at a altitude of 10,000 feet ( Leh)...
Thunderbird was superhit? Lol. Thunderbird was widely known as the worst RE model. The bike had several issues and sales were poor. Thunderbird was a rare bike on the road.
@@spiritofe629 yeah, it was a hit.
@@spiritofe629 He is talking about cruisers not comparing it with the other RE motorcycles. India never had that many cruisers. So to put it short there was never a great competition present. What else would have people picked? A Bajaj avenger? Thunderbird had the highest sales amongst all cruisers so yes in its category it was always the leader
I'm sorry but Meteor is a new start from RE after twin cylinders but Thunderbird was really flop even 500cc ..
@@rahulchand8398 There are way too many Thunderbirds that I have seen, and I have lived in Guwahati, Pune and Kolkata.
very good and useful review sir
I hope to be able to test it. It should be available here in Belgium from May.
Thank you for the review.
Thanks for viewing and commenting, Jean-Louis!
@@roaddirttv Hello Rob, I have a question, I have small health concerns (joint problems), between the Meteor and the Himalyan which offers the most comfort?
I have the impression that the Meteor holds the lower back better and that the legs are more relaxed. What do you think about this ?
Thank you for your advice.
@@jlo1446 Meteor seat feels like you're sitting in a sofa, Himalayan feels like a firmly cushioned wooden chair. But Meteor's sitting posture doesn't allow much room to move around in case you get uncomfortable in a long ride.
I bet , if You ll test it , You ll buy it
I own a Meteor 350❤️❤️... Absolute review👍🏼👍🏼 from you🤘🤘
Glad you’re enjoying the Meteor! Thanks for the comment!
What a great bike. I have the gt650 and its just a dream😍😍😍
Don't own one, but I do love it!! Planning on buying one this year.
Lovely looking bike . Certainly a bike for me after a 125cc . Nothing too big, but looks cool all the same .
Great review,sir 👍
We think you’d be happy with it.
Embodies the soul of motorcycling in an affordable package. Unhurried and attractive. Nice review, and I would like to add it to my stable!
Thanks for the kind comments! And we agree with your assessment of the Meteor. Well-stated.
Such a beautiful review! Loved the background song track, loved the scenic beauty! All these makes me wanna go on a ride seriously which none other video made me feel so. ❤️ Take love and support from India 🇮🇳
Thank you for the kind comments!
Really glad to see Indian bikes are being LOVED all over the world. I recently got this beast, really amazing to ride. Great handling and performance.
all royal enfields are fun bikes to ride on. especially if you just want to go from a to b and you are not in a rush
First time I like Background music in any video on RUclips 👏
Thanks for the brilliant review and the music is great too. I'm going to buy a Meteor. It's a really beautiful motorcycle.
Thanks Keith! We were pleasantly surprised by it, for sure. More capable than we anticipated.
A great enthusiastic review of a great little cruiser. I love em... yet to see a bad review of the RE Meteor 350.
Thanks! We agree, great little cruiser.
I rode a 500 cc Triumph trophy for years in the 70's and this bike looks like a blast. Nothing wrong with the small engine as long as the bike fits the rider.
You would appreciate and enjoy it, I’m sure, Rick.
Simple and positive review.. very nice
Thanks! Fun little bike 👍🏻
Good real world review. Should be available here in UK later this month/may 👍
Thanks! We’re looking at a mid-May delivery here across the pond.
I had watched many videos on meteor 350 but I like this one most 👍
Thanks! We enjoyed compiling it.
Wow great review
Nice review bro ❤️
Bike is really good and easy to maintain. Spare parts are not very expensive. I personally own Interceptor 650 BS-6 but in my group my friends own Metor and have done 10k plus without any problem in high altitude and rainy season here in India, Mumbai.
Nice little vid. Cheers
Great, honest review, lovely background score. Made me feel happy and refreshed. Would have loved to know your opinions on the limitations of this motorcycle. PS: Indian reviewers put heavy metal into the review of even a 125cc scooter!
lol..true
Thank you for this fun review! I will be getting one of these very soon.
if anyone's wondering the song is Modern Aquatic - Laurel Leaves. BTW nice review! RE is betting big on this in India too.
We hope it’s a runaway seller for them.
Thanks mate for the song💓🎵👌
hope everyone know there is a custom selection in RE Meteor lucky I choose Fireball black and looking forward to it such a lovely bike and your review clear all my clouds regarding Meteor Thanks
Glad we could help!
I am an older rider who has never driven a motorcycle. I bought a 2023 Meteor 350 in this color. Very excited to learn how to ride.
It’s a great motorcycle, whether beginner or veteran!
Already booked🔥 Waiting😎
Bro.. iam not able to make mind whether to sell my classic 350 and buy meteor or not !!
I'm on my 7th HD, mine costs 30k+, and I am still loving these little RE bikes! Simple, classic, and fun. But at 6'4" tall...probably will never get one as fun as they seem to be.
We get a lot of folks asking if someone over 6’, 200+ lbs would be comfortable on a bike of this size and displacement. We usually point them to the Interceptor or Continental GT 650s, yet we’ve also heard from many in your height/weight range who’ve ridden, purchased, and love the Meteor. Best thing to do is just go get a test ride, see what you think.
We love all the bikes in the RE range. Affordable, but very quality-built.
Don't worry ,,,650 cruiser is coming up from royal Enfield , it's longer and very generous for people like you...
I have seen a review by a guy in Germany who is 191 cm (6'3"). He said it is perfectly comfortable for him, and his riding position looked very relaxed.
Nice review.
I love this bike dude❤️
Well I think u may know that there is a mobile charging usb slot beneath the clutch... I bought in April 3rd.. enjoy the ride❤️
Just recently found it! Great placement too. Thanks!
Great video !
Thanks! We enjoyed shooting and putting it together.
Great review 👏. I put in a deposit on a FIREBALL RED Meteor here in San Diego 3 weeks ago, looking forward to getting it. 😀
NICE!! That’s a fantastic color scheme
Soon next on my list so good bike 👌
honest review. thanks
watched this video twice..very well shot and such a positive aesthetically pleasing and amazing review..you got yourself a fan and a subscriber, LOVE from INDIA :-)
Thank you! And welcome!
Nice Review
Nice sound for a little bike
It is! Interestingly, we learned that RE has a specific exhaust note they’ve worked hard to achieve with this single, a distinctive sound they engineered. Kind of like how Harley engineers their big twins to emit a hallmark note as well.
We liked the RE pipe note too, for sure.
I bought the 2021 Meteor in Stella Red summer from Motozilla and love it. I thought it’s all I’d ever need at the young age of 70! (However, I bought a Rebel 500 in 2017 and said the same thing!) Now the Rebel is sad because she never sees me!
I think she will find a nice home when I trade her in (hopefully soon) for the new 2022 Royal Enfield Classic 350 Signals Edition! (Same engine and frame as the Meteor but way more RETRO)!
Speaking of age, watch Ol’Man Ronin’s channel about his undying love for the Meteor 350 (he was a big Harley guy until last year!)
Anyhow, you said it all when you said the Meteor was “Hilariously Fun!”
Best description in any amount of words! Nice job!
We love Ronin! Great guy. We did a review of the Classic 350, so give this a look-
ruclips.net/video/3XYYlKHqvf4/видео.html
Loved the music 🙋 new sub liked your video Sir.
Thank you!
On such beautiful road and scenary, any motorcycle would be a fun ride.
It’s beautiful here, no doubt.
s Stuart Fillingham in the UK says, this bike appeals to muliple, intelligent personalities, regardless of their sex or experience as motorcyclists. I got my Fireball Yellow Meteor 350 on September 20th, and I LOVE IT! I'm an older, retired, and experienced rider. I owned 11 bikes before my Meteor, including a 1999 Kawasaki ZRX1100. I've had big fast bikes; I've been there, done that, and lived to tell about it! Now? I just want to do some lazy crusing on local back roads here... :)
In addition to the types of riders you mentioned (who'd like the RE Meteor 350), there's another class or rider many reviewers miss: older riders like me who've downsized. When you get older, your mind and body change. You also have greater appreciation of how much longer it takes to recover from injuries. We want something lighter, easy to manage, economical to own & operate, and fun! My neighbor across the street, who retired today, also got himself a Meteor 350; he downsized from a Yamaha Venture. Anyway, don't forget us older riders who've downsized our rides. We want to keep riding, but we don't need something big, fast, and expensive anymore; we don't need to prove anything. We just want to enjoy the ride... :)
Great word, Marky. And we didn’t forget older riders, who choose to downsize for various reasons. We mention them in our article on the bike-
roaddirt.tv/struck-by-a-meteor/
Glad you’re riding one, Marky! Rock on!
My next motorcycle!!! GL from Brasil!!!
Go for it!
It is indeed a great Bike from RE. I've done a detailed review of this bike in my native language channel and the owner is really happy with its performance.
A Huge improvement from RE from its old product lines .
Good work. Thanks for sharing. Thumbs up!
I wonder if it has a center stand, an USB-port and if the seat can be lifted in order to store some tools?
In fact it does have a center stand! We failed to mention that in the story. Never found a USB port, and to get under the seat(s) is a bit of a chore. Have to unscrew the 4 Allen bolts securing the rear grab rails/backrest, remove it, then the passenger seat pops off. Then two bolts secure the driver seat, to give access underneath. No real room under the seat for storage. The two side panels come off with relative ease, and that’s where access to the battery, tool kit and some electronics are located.
Yes it does have the USB-port underneath the clutch lever and a center stand.
@@roaddirttv there is a keylock to be seen on the right side under the seat. I wonder what that's for?
Here in Germany the Meteor is expected until end of April, but I guess it might be delayed. Sure will have a look.
@@svendura1 we found that to be the location of the tool kit, and several electrical couplings. Check out our details here-
roaddirt.tv/struck-by-a-meteor/
@Royal Enfield North America interesting place for it. I’ll go have a look 👀.
I'm a new rider. I purchase this bike for my starter bike and oh boy I love it
Excellent! Welcome to the moto fold, and you’re on a great machine.
Loved the video, content and positivity. Please keep uploading more videos like this
Will do.
getting one this June in India.. booked in Feb. long waiting period for this one, 120 days estimated. Nice review
Thank you! Wow, an in-demand motorcycle, with that kind of wait.
Luckily I got mine in 2 weeks. Booked in Feb'21. Can't help thank the guy who cancelled his booking, that got me bumped up the list.
Else I had a delivery date of June 😳
@@Sahu6492 me 4 months
Looks like a great bike to cruise out to the DZ on and back 🪂🛩
I'm keen on getting the black meteor myself!
It was a pleasantly surprising fine motorcycle.
@@roaddirttv
I bought the 2022 Mr Clean Continental GT650 instead! 😎
@@P51D-Mustang oh man, what a fantastic bike! Congrats!
Motorcycle that Indians are proud of .The best quality vehicle. A vehicle that can enhance the prestige of the country.
Scenery are so beautiful
Nice Review and a realy wonderful Bike. Ride save Bro ✌️
Thanks, and you as well, Timo.
In aesthetic sense I like Bullet 500 for sure, but after I borrow Meteor from my brother for a test ride.
This on smooth as silk if you compare to Bullet.
On the speedometer, which numbers are MPR, the large blue or the small white?
Excellent review. What's your take on riders of 6ft plus height on Meteor 350. Will it be fun riding for them or will it give a sore back?
The rider/presenter in the review is 5’8”, and the rider triangle fit him perfect. For those over 6’, the arm reach will be relaxed, and the foot pegs are slightly forward, so the reach should be fairly comfortable without much slouching. With heavier weight, however, you might find it a bit lacking in power. Be worth a test ride, for sure.
Nicely shot video.
But you don’t mention a single downside or negative aspect to the bike. The video really gives me the impression that it’s a paid advertisement. I’ve watched a bunch of Meteor reviews and even the positive ones still point out the trade offs to get such a low cost bike.
I’m still thinking of getting one though :)
I’ll direct you to our more extensive written review-
roaddirt.tv/struck-by-a-meteor/
happy to see international markets (people) accepting and appreciating an Indian brand 😊😊✌✌✌
It’s a fine machine, alongside a line of fine machines.
@@roaddirttv The new generation of Royal Enfield products sure have shown a drastic improvement in quality and built
I bought it one month ago, very exiting ride this bike
Nice rewiew
I own the Thunderbird 350, it's such joy to ride this bike. And meteor 350 takes the ride experience to next level..great review 👍
Just received my stellar metallic blue🙌😎.
Beautiful color scheme!
Best color imo
Hey there, I want to know the tune which is being played in background of your video.
Sounds like fun, good tune.
Don’t really know, Leonardo. It’s a stock intro riff we bought, then added the background rider, then our graphics. It is a cool sounding tune, suited us perfectly.
It's Laurel Leaves by Modern Aquatic
I'm looking for a first bike and really dig the idea of getting something brand new that has so many features for less than $5k! Do you think as someone who is 5'10" and plans to do mostly city riding with a passenger, this would get the job done? Great review!
Your height, and city riding, will be fine with it, but with a passenger, just be mindful it’s only a 350cc single, so it might strain some under the weight of two-up riding a bit.
It'll be perfect with pillion.. won't strain
Weight is quite less
As long as the rider & pillion weight combined is within the range of 200-210kgs the bike should be fine I guess
So excited with what RE are doing. If they expand their offerings a bit they're gonna sweep the rug from under Triumph. They need a 650 twin cruiser.
Agreed. Snagging a page right out of Triumph’s playbook. We’re catching wind of a 650 twin cruiser at some point soon... but you didn’t hear that from us.
Im planning to buy this thing this year. Glad to hear you like it so much.
We did indeed!