Having a rev counter is a big improvement because we can see which part of the rev range you are comparing in each gear for the different power demands, road conditions, and the viewer gets to "feel" and hear what it is like to ride. Nicely done, thank you.
Thank you very much ..great video. I have the DNA filter and the enfield presition exhaust on me HNTR 350. I reset ecu after the filter instalation because i have the feeling of poor fuel mixture much more less engine brake on when closing throtle. After the Ecu reset the bike works again fine .and with the exhaust get couple of HP in low med RPM plus much easier breath at high.On trafic was like a ..KTM DUKE ..nervus if u drive it agresive.On the Open roads and Highways the engine goes fast at 110-120 KM but i have the feeling that if i want a long trip i must drive around 90-100 km with no engine stress. Today i change to 16 tooth front..The bike is almost what i dream ..PLus 10-15 km at same RPM above 90. So i can travel with 110 [70 miles] i believe all day with the engine relaxed..120 if no oposit ewind are very easy and can also keep foe long periods. Keep in mind that115-120 is Much more on other motorcycles speedometer because the hunder have much more accurate speedometer. When i have 100 km other bikes show 115-120 km .. Problems?? yes..with strong wind uphill and 5th gear the engine stays at around 100 KM /hour..but again its more than the 90 that i woulkd normally travel. I believe that if i add the camshaft and get 1-2 more HP the project will be finishid.. Finally i am 57 years old owner of 56 motorcycles in my life..last ones Honda VTR 1000 SP 1 Suzuki Hayabusha GEN 2.. Again many thanks..U give me back the smille that i lost when driving a motorcycle with all your tips and upgrades
Hello Simeon, thank you for watching and sharing your experiences with us. It’s great to hear what other mods you have planned including the cam, hope to hear how you get on with it. Also pleased to hear that the videos are giving you inspiration, really makes creating them worthwhile 🙏🏼😀👍🏻
Soy un nuevo fan, desde Colombia te sigo, buenos videos espero que sigas subiendo contenido!! En 1 mes aproximadamente me entregan mi HUNTER 350!!!! Estoy muy emocionado por tenerla y salir con ella.
Gracias y bienvenido al canal, es genial tenerte. Es fantástico saber que estás disfrutando de los vídeos. Realmente disfrutarás tener y montar la Hunter 350, son bicicletas maravillosas. Será un placer escuchar algunas de tus aventuras cuando llegue.
Great ride review of the 16tooth change and exactly what I've found, Dave. Those lower gears are just so much more usable now. Great stuff and so well described. 👍👍👍
Thank you for posting this. It looks like the acceleration is not blunted at all with the higher gearing. That was always my worry that it would be too tall geared. Seeing as I will be fitting the Kent cam over this winter when servicing the bike this update almost seems mandatory 🙂
Evening Paul, great to hear you found it useful, definitely not blunted and I hope the video showed that. I shall probably do the cam myself over the winter period. Cheers 😀👍🏻
Absolutely top form - these are mods that allow you to use motorways/highways with the 350! The great thing is you get that extra "use case support" with no extra engine wear for very little cost
The Hunter 350 in my view is one of the most beautiful bikes ever made, the proportions are just RIGHT. I didnt buy 1 due to my locality, I chose a Scram for these roads. This review with a bum on the seat was far superior to power curves and charts, much appreciated. I would love to hear your views "back 2 back" of the hunter V`s the Scram characteristics.
Thank you for watching and leaving a comment, it’s great to hear you found the video useful 😀 I very much agree with your views of the Hunter, they really are an awesome bike in their class I see if I can do some sort of review and comparison between the Hunter and Scram. Cheers l👍🏻😀
Hello Dave again, well it’s on the list, I have one ina plastic bag unopened, so will be fitting it soon then I can catch lanes explorer, just busy at the moment hunting down a cake stand, alls good thanks for the great video again, take care, NW biker dude, over the hill but refuses to grow up, alias Bay Bimbler
Evening Ted, definitely refuse to grow up, you’re as old as you feel 😀 glad you enjoyed the video and go and get that sprocket out of the plastic bag and on to the Hunter, you won’t regret it! 😀 Cheers, Dave 👍🏻
Hi Dave, great video as usual and useful information. I already have the Classic 350 and the Meteor 350 but am tempted to swap my Auto Scooter for a Hunter 350. Love the naked uncomplicated stripped back look of the bike. A couple of points, I'm a 6 footer with a 32" inside leg, I've had a test ride on the Hunter and yes it's a small bike - but didn't feel uncomfortable on the hour or so test ride I had on the bike but would like some feedback of what the level of comfort is like on longer journeys, say 150 mile days?🤔 How tall are you if you don't mind me asking? Secondly, by fitting the 16 tooth sprocket did it have any noticeable difference with acceleration particularly as its now effectively taller geared? Thanks for any advice you can help with.🙂👍
@@jonathandeeley6276 hello Jonathan thanks for watching and leaving a comment. I’m 5’7 29” inside leg so a bit on the short side. However my friend Paul who you will see on a lot of the videos who also has a Hunter is 6’2 32” inside leg like yourself loves his Hunter and finds it really comfortable over long distances. We took the Hunters on Tour to Norfolk beginning of July and were clocking up 150 - 200 miles every day and neither of us experienced any discomfort issues. We both have the signature Bench seat (Hitchcocks) fitted to the bikes which raises you slightly. Regarding the 16T sprocket and acceleration, first gear seems noticeably longer before needing to change up, I wouldn’t say it’s quicker of the mark but it is much smoother and less laboured. 2nd to fourth are longer too and I’m finding I can stay in fourth for longer before needing to change up which has made 5th gear feel much more of an overdrive gear, I haven’t noticed any loss in power in fifth gear either. During the test it was running very comfortably at 70mph and still had more to give. I was out on my Scram 411 yesterday which is thoroughly run and I thought to myself that the Hunter now feels faster and more responsive. Hope this helps to answer your question? 👍🏻😀
I also ride the Scram with a 16 front sprocket. It definitely feels better, in 5th gear 80 miles is realistic on a flat road. It's fun with the 16 front sprocket. Greetings from Germany
Hello Felix, thank you for watching and leaving a comment. I haven’t changed the sprocket on my Scram but based on my experience of the change on my Hunter I can definitely see how it would improve. I have the DNA free flowing air filter and PrecisionEnd Can on my Scram and it does sit comfortably between 70 and 80 on a flat road. Cheers 👍🏻😀
Thanks, me old beauty! finally got round to putting the 16 tooth on my Hunter, I was sceptical that it wouldn't pull the higher gearing as I live in hilly Devon .but this video put my mind at rest. 1st and 2nd gear are quite short with the 15t sprocket, it still hits the rev limiter easily , with DNA kit, fuel X pro plus and Delkevic exhaust system, do you know if the later throttle body has the rev limiter removed?, as I think another thousand revs would help as I am on the fence about fitting the stage 2 cam as it will keep hitting the rev limiter , and yes I know its a long stroke motor but it feels that it could rev more without throwing a big end.,And no, I don't ride it like a two stroke !
Hiya Steve, it’s definitely a worthwhile mod, in my view, my mate Paul (also has 16T mod)and myself have found we’re not needing to change into 5ths gear as often now 4th is really usable. I believe, stand to be corrected that the older 350 meteor throttle bodies don’t have the rev limiter fitted and can be retrofitted to the Hunter? Might be worth a bit of research to see if this is correct. Might be worth checking out Volcanic Brown, Norfolk Thunderbolt and Coast Rider Scotland who have a lot of knowledge in respect of the J Series engine. Thanks a million for watching and leaving a comment 😀👍🏻
Great video Dave, massive thanks. I've been wondering about getting it from Hitchcock but wasn't sure how much it would impact the low end torque. Would you say it sacrifices the low end quite a bit, or is it negligible?
@@pineapplepie9662 good morning. Thanks for watching and commenting , great to hear you found it useful 👍🏻 I haven’t noticed any perceivable loss in low end torque. 😀👍🏻
@@MerciaMoto that's great to hear! I'm from Calcutta and frequent the hills of Darjeeling quite often, the torque comes in real handy there. Wouldn't want to sacrifice that, but would love some more performances on the highways.
@@pineapplepie9662 wow you must have some incredible roads to ride and amazing views to see in the hills of Darjeeling. I think overall the sprocket upgrade will be a worthwhile upgrade. Would very much like to hear your thoughts if you do go ahead and upgrade 👍🏻😀
The same thought crossed my mind Nigel, whilst I’m sure there’s some small degree of uncertainty about whether its just a personal perception that there’s been an improvement, I really do feel this mod has given the Hunter longer legs 🤔 Thanks for leaving a comment 👍🏻
This may be the only mechanical upgrade I would consider for the Hunter 👌 After tons of research for a city and back road bike, the Hunter and the Classic are my two options. The time to pull the trigger on one of them is near 😊 Thank you for your video mate!
Reminds me of my demo ride just did on the 350 classic. (Is it the same engine?) Think my Himalayan is high geared, 3rd is a bit pointless have found. (I still think my 2nd gear isnt right, i.e wants to stall out on turns a bit) However used 3rd gear a lot more green laning etc. After riding the classic I'd love a similar smoothness on my Himalayan but that said I did struggle keeping up with the Inteceptors ahead of me and def noticed the diff going up a hill. (The Himalayan pulls quite well I found even with my weight and full load). There's another demo ride I think sept so will try the Interceptor or Sup Meteor.
Hiya Maurice, thanks for watching mate 👍🏻I believe all Royal Enfield 350’s have the J Series engine. The gearing on my Scram is not the best, I’ve thought about changing the sprocket but I’m not sure 🤔I did have some fun on my Interceptor.
Hello there. How do you find the bike compered to the scram? I have thoughts about both bikes... Yes, the scram suspension will be better on bad road, but I am asking mainly as seating position comfort.
Hello Stafan, the only thing comparable with the Hunter and Scram is the power where they are very closely matched. In terms of comfort I am 5’7” tall and I am on top toes on the scram whereas I flat foot the Hunter. I am comfortable on both bikes. I am happy to take the Hunter on narrow back lanes but would not take it on anything remotely off road. It copes well on those types of lanes. The Scram is more versatile and is well suited to a little light of roading. Hope this answers your question? 👍🏻😀
Great review. 70 mph on 5000 revs. Can you remember what revs it was on at 70mph before the modification because i don't have a Rev Counter on mine. Also, i think the speedometer works off the front wheel so changing the gearing won't affect the accuracy of it. Is that true?
@@alantheloneranger Hello Alan, thank you for watching and leaving a comment, greatly appreciated. I’ll have a look to see if I can ascertain the rev reading at 70 from one of my other videos. The speed on these bikes is measured from the ABS sensor, therefore it won’t affect the speedometer readings. I’ll feed back on 70mph revs as soon as I can. Cheers 👍🏻😀
@@MerciaMoto Thanks Dave. I'm loving my Hunter much more than i thought i would considering my previous bike was a Triumph Street Triple. I bought it just over 3 months ago with just 600 miles on the clock and I've put a further 3600 miles on it. It rides and handles better than i thought it would, and the economy is excellent. I'm getting between 92mpg and 105mpg depending on how and where i ride
Having a rev counter is a big improvement because we can see which part of the rev range you are comparing in each gear for the different power demands, road conditions, and the viewer gets to "feel" and hear what it is like to ride. Nicely done, thank you.
Hello Alex, thank you very much for the positive feedback, great to hear you found the video useful 😀👍🏻
Thank you very much ..great video. I have the DNA filter and the enfield presition exhaust on me HNTR 350.
I reset ecu after the filter instalation because i have the feeling of poor fuel mixture much more less engine brake on when closing throtle.
After the Ecu reset the bike works again fine .and with the exhaust get couple of HP in low med RPM plus much easier breath at high.On trafic was like a ..KTM DUKE ..nervus if u drive it agresive.On the Open roads and Highways the engine goes fast at 110-120 KM but i have the feeling that if i want a long trip i must drive around 90-100 km with no engine stress.
Today i change to 16 tooth front..The bike is almost what i dream ..PLus 10-15 km at same RPM above 90.
So i can travel with 110 [70 miles] i believe all day with the engine relaxed..120 if no oposit ewind are very easy and can also keep foe long periods.
Keep in mind that115-120 is Much more on other motorcycles speedometer because the hunder have much more accurate speedometer.
When i have 100 km other bikes show 115-120 km ..
Problems?? yes..with strong wind uphill and 5th gear the engine stays at around 100 KM /hour..but again its more than the 90 that i woulkd normally travel.
I believe that if i add the camshaft and get 1-2 more HP the project will be finishid..
Finally i am 57 years old owner of 56 motorcycles in my life..last ones Honda VTR 1000 SP 1 Suzuki Hayabusha GEN 2..
Again many thanks..U give me back the smille that i lost when driving a motorcycle with all your tips and upgrades
Hello Simeon, thank you for watching and sharing your experiences with us. It’s great to hear what other mods you have planned including the cam, hope to hear how you get on with it. Also pleased to hear that the videos are giving you inspiration, really makes creating them worthwhile 🙏🏼😀👍🏻
Have you changed or plan on changing the rear suspension? if so what would be your recommendation?
Soy un nuevo fan, desde Colombia te sigo, buenos videos espero que sigas subiendo contenido!!
En 1 mes aproximadamente me entregan mi HUNTER 350!!!! Estoy muy emocionado por tenerla y salir con ella.
Gracias y bienvenido al canal, es genial tenerte. Es fantástico saber que estás disfrutando de los vídeos. Realmente disfrutarás tener y montar la Hunter 350, son bicicletas maravillosas. Será un placer escuchar algunas de tus aventuras cuando llegue.
Great ride review of the 16tooth change and exactly what I've found, Dave. Those lower gears are just so much more usable now. Great stuff and so well described. 👍👍👍
@@Lanes-Explorer5733 thanks Peter, hopefully it will help folks thinking of doing the upgrade. I’m really pleased I did it. 👍🏻
@@MerciaMoto I'm sure it's going to be helpful as you've shown exactly how it is. 5th isn't compromised and big improvement on the lower gears.
@@Lanes-Explorer5733 Precisely my findings 👍🏻😀
Thank you for posting this. It looks like the acceleration is not blunted at all with the higher gearing. That was always my worry that it would be too tall geared. Seeing as I will be fitting the Kent cam over this winter when servicing the bike this update almost seems mandatory 🙂
Evening Paul, great to hear you found it useful, definitely not blunted and I hope the video showed that. I shall probably do the cam myself over the winter period. Cheers 😀👍🏻
Brilliant video you've shown here. I'll be changing to a 16 tooth sprocket.
Neat comentry explained well. 👍
Thank you, great to hear you found the video useful. I think you’ll be pleased with the upgrade 👍🏻😀
Absolutely top form - these are mods that allow you to use motorways/highways with the 350! The great thing is you get that extra "use case support" with no extra engine wear for very little cost
Thank you Andy, indeed a simple and inexpensive mod. 😀👍🏻
The Hunter 350 in my view is one of the most beautiful bikes ever made, the proportions are just RIGHT. I didnt buy 1 due to my locality, I chose a Scram for these roads. This review with a bum on the seat was far superior to power curves and charts, much appreciated. I would love to hear your views "back 2 back" of the hunter V`s the Scram characteristics.
Thank you for watching and leaving a comment, it’s great to hear you found the video useful 😀 I very much agree with your views of the Hunter, they really are an awesome bike in their class I see if I can do some sort of review and comparison between the Hunter and Scram. Cheers l👍🏻😀
I must agree…the Hunter is a beauty
@@MerciaMotoI too definitely would love to see a hunter vs scram comparison video… love your channel, you gained a new sub! Keep up the great work!!!
Very smooth sounding ride that 👍
@@GlynOC thanks Glyn, I thought the same, these engines have such a sweet note don’t they? 😀👍🏻
Hello Dave again, well it’s on the list, I have one ina plastic bag unopened, so will be fitting it soon then I can catch lanes explorer, just busy at the moment hunting down a cake stand, alls good thanks for the great video again, take care, NW biker dude, over the hill but refuses to grow up, alias Bay Bimbler
Evening Ted, definitely refuse to grow up, you’re as old as you feel 😀 glad you enjoyed the video and go and get that sprocket out of the plastic bag and on to the Hunter, you won’t regret it! 😀 Cheers, Dave 👍🏻
Hi Dave, great video as usual and useful information. I already have the Classic 350 and the Meteor 350 but am tempted to swap my Auto Scooter for a Hunter 350. Love the naked uncomplicated stripped back look of the bike.
A couple of points, I'm a 6 footer with a 32" inside leg, I've had a test ride on the Hunter and yes it's a small bike - but didn't feel uncomfortable on the hour or so test ride I had on the bike but would like some feedback of what the level of comfort is like on longer journeys, say 150 mile days?🤔 How tall are you if you don't mind me asking?
Secondly, by fitting the 16 tooth sprocket did it have any noticeable difference with acceleration particularly as its now effectively taller geared? Thanks for any advice you can help with.🙂👍
@@jonathandeeley6276 hello Jonathan thanks for watching and leaving a comment. I’m 5’7 29” inside leg so a bit on the short side. However my friend Paul who you will see on a lot of the videos who also has a Hunter is 6’2 32” inside leg like yourself loves his Hunter and finds it really comfortable over long distances. We took the Hunters on Tour to Norfolk beginning of July and were clocking up 150 - 200 miles every day and neither of us experienced any discomfort issues. We both have the signature Bench seat (Hitchcocks) fitted to the bikes which raises you slightly.
Regarding the 16T sprocket and acceleration, first gear seems noticeably longer before needing to change up, I wouldn’t say it’s quicker of the mark but it is much smoother and less laboured. 2nd to fourth are longer too and I’m finding I can stay in fourth for longer before needing to change up which has made 5th gear feel much more of an overdrive gear, I haven’t noticed any loss in power in fifth gear either. During the test it was running very comfortably at 70mph and still had more to give. I was out on my Scram 411 yesterday which is thoroughly run and I thought to myself that the Hunter now feels faster and more responsive.
Hope this helps to answer your question? 👍🏻😀
@@MerciaMoto Great, thank you mate. Think I'm going to have to take an extended test ride again!🤔🙂👍
@@jonathandeeley6276 definitely 👍🏻
I drive the hunter grey and I am 183 cm. No problem going 120 miles.
I also ride the Scram with a 16 front sprocket. It definitely feels better, in 5th gear 80 miles is realistic on a flat road. It's fun with the 16 front sprocket. Greetings from Germany
Hello Felix, thank you for watching and leaving a comment. I haven’t changed the sprocket on my Scram but based on my experience of the change on my Hunter I can definitely see how it would improve. I have the DNA free flowing air filter and PrecisionEnd Can on my Scram and it does sit comfortably between 70 and 80 on a flat road. Cheers 👍🏻😀
@@MerciaMoto I use a KN-filter
@@felixklages1893 free flowing air filters really do help in my view
Thanks, me old beauty! finally got round to putting the 16 tooth on my Hunter, I was sceptical that it wouldn't pull the higher gearing as I live in hilly Devon .but this video put my mind at rest. 1st and 2nd gear are quite short with the 15t sprocket, it still hits the rev limiter easily , with DNA kit, fuel X pro plus and Delkevic exhaust system, do you know if the later throttle body has the rev limiter removed?, as I think another thousand revs would help as I am on the fence about fitting the stage 2 cam as it will keep hitting the rev limiter , and yes I know its a long stroke motor but it feels that it could rev more without throwing a big end.,And no, I don't ride it like a two stroke !
Hiya Steve, it’s definitely a worthwhile mod, in my view, my mate Paul (also has 16T mod)and myself have found we’re not needing to change into 5ths gear as often now 4th is really usable. I believe, stand to be corrected that the older 350 meteor throttle bodies don’t have the rev limiter fitted and can be retrofitted to the Hunter? Might be worth a bit of research to see if this is correct. Might be worth checking out Volcanic Brown, Norfolk Thunderbolt and Coast Rider Scotland who have a lot of knowledge in respect of the J Series engine. Thanks a million for watching and leaving a comment 😀👍🏻
Great video Dave, massive thanks. I've been wondering about getting it from Hitchcock but wasn't sure how much it would impact the low end torque. Would you say it sacrifices the low end quite a bit, or is it negligible?
@@pineapplepie9662 good morning. Thanks for watching and commenting , great to hear you found it useful 👍🏻 I haven’t noticed any perceivable loss in low end torque. 😀👍🏻
@@MerciaMoto that's great to hear! I'm from Calcutta and frequent the hills of Darjeeling quite often, the torque comes in real handy there. Wouldn't want to sacrifice that, but would love some more performances on the highways.
@@pineapplepie9662 wow you must have some incredible roads to ride and amazing views to see in the hills of Darjeeling. I think overall the sprocket upgrade will be a worthwhile upgrade. Would very much like to hear your thoughts if you do go ahead and upgrade 👍🏻😀
Ive allways gone up one tooth on all my bikes and allways for the better. Not sure iff its me or the bike 😊
The same thought crossed my mind Nigel, whilst I’m sure there’s some small degree of uncertainty about whether its just a personal perception that there’s been an improvement, I really do feel this mod has given the Hunter longer legs 🤔 Thanks for leaving a comment 👍🏻
This may be the only mechanical upgrade I would consider for the Hunter 👌
After tons of research for a city and back road bike, the Hunter and the Classic are my two options. The time to pull the trigger on one of them is near 😊
Thank you for your video mate!
@@WeeFreeMan78 thank you, I’m really pleased with the result, great to hear you found the video useful 😀👍🏻
Reminds me of my demo ride just did on the 350 classic.
(Is it the same engine?) Think my Himalayan is high geared, 3rd is a bit pointless have found. (I still think my 2nd gear isnt right, i.e wants to stall out on turns a bit)
However used 3rd gear a lot more green laning etc.
After riding the classic I'd love a similar smoothness on my Himalayan but that said I did struggle keeping up with the Inteceptors ahead of me and def noticed the diff going up a hill. (The Himalayan pulls quite well I found even with my weight and full load).
There's another demo ride I think sept so will try the Interceptor or Sup Meteor.
Hiya Maurice, thanks for watching mate 👍🏻I believe all Royal Enfield 350’s have the J Series engine. The gearing on my Scram is not the best, I’ve thought about changing the sprocket but I’m not sure 🤔I did have some fun on my Interceptor.
Hello there. How do you find the bike compered to the scram? I have thoughts about both bikes... Yes, the scram suspension will be better on bad road, but I am asking mainly as seating position comfort.
Hello Stafan, the only thing comparable with the Hunter and Scram is the power where they are very closely matched. In terms of comfort I am 5’7” tall and I am on top toes on the scram whereas I flat foot the Hunter. I am comfortable on both bikes. I am happy to take the Hunter on narrow back lanes but would not take it on anything remotely off road. It copes well on those types of lanes. The Scram is more versatile and is well suited to a little light of roading. Hope this answers your question? 👍🏻😀
Great review. 70 mph on 5000 revs. Can you remember what revs it was on at 70mph before the modification because i don't have a Rev Counter on mine. Also, i think the speedometer works off the front wheel so changing the gearing won't affect the accuracy of it. Is that true?
@@alantheloneranger Hello Alan, thank you for watching and leaving a comment, greatly appreciated. I’ll have a look to see if I can ascertain the rev reading at 70 from one of my other videos. The speed on these bikes is measured from the ABS sensor, therefore it won’t affect the speedometer readings. I’ll feed back on 70mph revs as soon as I can. Cheers 👍🏻😀
@@MerciaMoto Thanks Dave. I'm loving my Hunter much more than i thought i would considering my previous bike was a Triumph Street Triple. I bought it just over 3 months ago with just 600 miles on the clock and I've put a further 3600 miles on it. It rides and handles better than i thought it would, and the economy is excellent. I'm getting between 92mpg and 105mpg depending on how and where i ride
@@MerciaMotodoes you had the chance to investigate the question of Alan
112 km x hr de velocidad final con un piñon de 16 dientes?