I can't stop smiling, hearing Uncle Stu use the girlfriend/partner analogy. Kind of a DejaVu feeling while listening to this, similar to what my conversations with my friends are during a bike talk session. Love and support as always from India ♥️
Crikey Stu, you'll be writing romance novels next. 🤣 Great descriptions and good fun to watch. I would be happy with any of the three bikes referred to although I am seriously considering a Huntress simply because we have so many tight, twisting roads here that see the GT in second or third most of the time. I have ridden the Meteor and it was great fun on these roads in a laid back way. I think the Huntress will take the fun to the next level being a little lighter and having slightly quicker steering.
For me it’s the classic in halcyon gray . The color grabbed me like no other . It sure gets a lot of attention , I love the feel of it . Can hardly wait for spring here in Montana . Loved the triplet women analogy .❤
Amazing. Beautifully done. You must have walked around in a trance for days sorting this out in your head. I really enjoyed that. I have a Meteor and love it. I'm pretty sure I will get a Hunter but resisting a test ride at the moment. Love the classic but I don't have the devotion to care for it. Thanks for such a good start to my day.
I'm collecting my halcyon green Classic this saturday. The choice was made for the looks alone. Haven't even seen one in real life yet. Test rode a Meteor to get a feel for the power train and then made my decision a few days later. It'll be a real treat to finally be able to straddle it. And then the wait for spring and bare tarmac begins....
Your scanning of the bikes bought back a few memories. The original Continental GT being the most significant for me..Back in the sixties a couple of then budding biker..Rockers..friends owned them, one had the same 'half faring' on his bike.. These were great little bikes. An off the shelf 250cc cafe Racer....clip on's, rear sets, swept back header pipe and a staccato bark from the exhaust... These little motorcycles had a good turn of speed for a quarter litre bike and most importantly they looked the part for us young blades...As far as l can remember Royal Enfield were the only British company that made this type of bike on a commercial basis....almost a copy of a Ducati Desmo but far cheaper...
Hi Stuart, my son is currently travelling across India, I said to him ahh, 'the home of the royal enfield' and he said... ahhha they are everywhere and sent back loads of footage, there are scooters et all too, but the Royal Enfield is the main love. Oh I went off topic.... The Hunter for me..... I always go for the 'femme fatale'.
I've bought the hunter myself...I know it's not all about speed ...but I've ridden the other two alot and can say the hunter feels quicker acceleration and even the top end feels better ...must be due to the lighter weight and that :)
Yeah saw the review and I was probably leaning towards the meteor but the blue and white hunter reminds me of my first bike, a blue Suzuki GP100. I think the seating position is probably going to put less stress on my lower back than the meteor and being a little bit more agile and responsive does sway it.
Brilliant video Stu. The wife usually hears your videos across the sitting room. Today she sat down beside me and said play that again, I want to watch it! 😳 I did and we both agreed I would go for a "Classic" but would end up with a "Hunter". She now says, "cannot wait to see Fridays video"! Cheers pal!
Beautifully put Stu, I have a 2016 classic 350 and she’s my everyday, everywhere and anytime ride, one of the doughiest bikes I’ve ever had and I absolutely love her, she’s a keeper
Morning Stuart, another great video. I love the analogies, You can tell that you’re a man of a certain age and the droll sense of humour that we Yorkshire people possess really works well with the descriptions. I bought a Hunter just before the big freeze and managed to put a hundred miles on it, I think it was a good choice. Regards Brenden.
For me wheels/tires sizes and suspension travel are of great consideration due to the crappy local road that I have. I love the 18/19 of my classic, they eat the bumps and pot holes. The bike even has good non paved road capabilities and good ground clearance.
'morning, Stuart and everyone! Thank you for this fine morning treat! There's also this 411 Scram cousin. The bad girl. Not as rowdy as her older sister, Himalayan, yet wilder than any of these three.. but also more demanding... I still have few winter months to decide which one to run away with. Probably the feme fatale, I'm that kind of guy. Strangely gravitating towards the 70's style. 2nd place Scram. The 350 seems to be smoother and I like the looks more. Close 3rd classic (we both know we couldn't be together, it just wouldn't work long term). With meteor, we're just friends, and that's all we want to be.
Love the analogy, certainly brightened up my early morning cup of tea somewhat. I’m torn between the Classic and the Hunter, a good ride of both is desirable.
Hello Sir, I am enjoying very much your presentations. You have the voice for documentaries. I have been in love with the meteor and currently qrowing my bagdet to have her. Keep up the good work. Many thanks
Every time I'm out on my Classic Bullet 500 Deluxe (chrome), I allow time for talking. People love to ask about the bike and share their own stories. It really draws the eye. Next to vintage scooters, this gets the most attention of any bike I've had the pleasure to ride.
Word on the Indian street has it that the long awaited Classic 650 will be launched next autumn foe sale in spring 24. That's a bike I would like to test ride before buying, as I love the Classic 350 so much, it's the best of the 4 Enfields I've owned so far. Will need careful thought before I commit to buying.
really nice summary stuart i have been motorcycling on the road over 52 years and before that on the fields and woods a motorcycle becomes part of you and your soul and is the best form of therapy paul west yorkshire
Another amazing video review Stuart. You are correct, motorcycles are bought with emotion. We need to drop the labels and ride with what is the most satisfying for us. I don't ride to impress anyone. I prefer the simple mechanical freedom. I truly enjoy your videos.
Been a fan for years and consider you to be one of the best, but never subscribed to your or anyone else’s channel. My wife even says she enjoys the sound and cadence of your voice when she hears me watching your videos. Currently considering a Classic 350 to keep my Tiger 900 GT Pro company. I’ve checked out your individual videos of the three different 350 models but when I watched this one it made me subscribe. It was just brilliant. I look forward to continuing to enjoy your contributions to the motorcycling community of which I’ve been part of for over 60 years and 60 bikes.
The hunter gets my vote on for two reasons. 1. The riding position is much more to my taste than the meteor. 2. The styling is more to my taste, reminding me of the bikes of my youth (in the '70s). Nothing wrong with the other two, just the Hunter is more to my taste. I can't comment on triplets. I have only know identical twins (who are not identical once you know them...). 😀
I have to watch this one again, truly the best way to describe three sisters. I dated the Meteor when I was young and wish I found one to settle down with, but found the free spirit was too free for my liking. Married the Classic , as she was one that even got attention on our wedding day. As for the Hunter, I guess that is the one I am looking for now. We will see.
Brilliant vid Stu. Loved your comparisons, think I would have the low maintenance hippy chic! (Meteor) because I need the lower seat height. I also love the look of it.👍 always look forward to your excellent vids, keep up the good work!
I was at this party just 2 weeks ago. Trying to decide which one of the Meteor, Classic, or Hunter to take home. In the end, I went home with the Scram, because she likes it up the muddy lane. 👍
Another great piece of work. Clear concise.but with the right level of emotive content. But most of trustworthiness!!! Thank you Stu. (Wish I lived next door!!!)😂
If every bike commentary was like this... But I guess you cannot do that with every motorcycle. The most intimate and deep commentary i've ever witnessed. Remarkable !
Trying to think about my first bike and this is the best video I have seen on these three. Cracking up the whole time but what you said about attitude totally hits the mark. Great job and happily subscribing.
Hello from Ecuador, Bought a Honda Navi (110 cc ) when I first got here. To commute around Cuenca. Population 600 thousand. Any bike can tour. One Sunday I took it on a 2 hour trip into the mountains. Sometimes only doing 15 KM/H . Its a Honda . Still running strong 4 months later. My Hunter arrived a week ago. Need a bike nimble enough to city ride. But also take me to the coast of Peru. Been riding for 50 years. Give me a comfortable seat on top of a dependable motor . And i'm in love. Fantastic video.
Not in the market for another m/c at this time. .... (20).... our local dealers have all models on the floor. Of the 3... they have a classic in white.. it's a very handsome machine. The Himmy on the floor kept calling my name. 😎
once the winter is over as I live in Ontario Canada, come late spring I will be setting up a test ride on 411 scram, 350s and 650s to see what one fits my mindset.. but leaning towards the 411 scram though..
Loved the analogy between the bikes and women, they all have subtle differences, each a class of their own. Still, torn between all three! A romance and an adventure might be two different things, but a marriage is a total commitment. Thanks for the enticing video Stuart! Cheers!
Well said sir!!! You are absolutely correct about the emotional connection. When I purchased my classic 350 it was almost completely due to how the bike made me feel and the style! So different from car purchases! Keep up the good work
Not exactly a Mills & Boon description but does it matter, like you say and I 100% agree they are all great bikes, nice video by the way, (as usual)👍👍👍👍👍
must say what a fun video to watch very well done. I just started looking at the Royal Enfield Bikes I started out ridding a Suzuki TU250x bike. then for some reason I felt I needed a bigger more powerful bike so I got a Honda Shadow Aero well shortly after that wished I had the Suzuki back guess Ive always been a thumper Guy at heart so now I've found the Meteor and my shadow is getting sold in spring and I'm going to pickup a Meteor cant wait .
Really helpful video. I have experience riding trial bikes in my youth (the ones with no seats) and have always wanted to get my road licence and this is something I will be looking into doing this year. I am instantly drawn to RE because of how they look but also, the price! It's great to hear that all three of these machines do similar things, just with different personality. Definitely between the Meteor and classic 350s. Not a fan of the HNTR look to be honest. Great content! Keep up the great work!
"Every bike has been a sort of boyfriend/girlfriend relationship or maybe that's just me." No. It is most definitely not just you. You get to the heart of it: ride the motorcycle that gives you that feeling that you can't put out of your mind even when not riding. There's nothing wrong with buying a bike for purely practical purposes I suppose, but it's not something I would ever do.
Thanks for another wonderful video. I had no idea you're garage is so large - and that you've such a massive collection of bikes. Wouldn't that be nice? Deciding which Royal Enfield to buy is definitely a challenging choice, especially since they continue to release new models. Yes, I'm still waiting for an updated 650 Bullet Classic. Ha. All the best! On an associated tangent, but real, should you ever visit the states, be sure to swing by the Barber Motorsports Museum in Alabama if you're able. I had the opportunity to visit it years ago and it was a grand experience. Another tangent - The opening footage reminds me of a visit I made a few years back to a collector in the midwest states. He had placed an ad on Craigslist, if I recall correctly, as he was letting go of a few bikes, as he was getting on (or making room). I didn't expect what I saw when I got there. This unassuming gentleman owned a large multi-level warehouse in the middle of a busy city in an industrial area. It was completely filled with vintage vehicles and has a full-service shop. Cars, bicycles, scooters, oddities, and primarily, motorcycles. There were probably over 500 motorcycles alone. I felt I had died and must've led a good life. Now, I imagine these oases exist all over the world. On increasingly rare occasion, you hear of them (of various sizes) being found after the owner passes on. Now I wonder who this person is. What's their story. I ended up spending a good part of a day there talking with him, listening to stories and walking through his warehouse, but had a long trip back, so had to leave. I've thought about this on occasion over the years. If you're curious, I had two early 60s beauties to keep me company on the trip home. Edit: While bikes in new condition are nice (for a variety of reasons), for me, there's just something about older bikes, with their patina, pits, and wear, that I find appealing. Their stories. History. Experience. As long as the mechanics are sound...
Morning Stewart. Well bless my sole. Your thoughts on these Royle Enfield's could be mistaken for a discription my late wife Sammy? Great vid and I'm sure any of these bikes will please depending on daily use. Safe enjoyable riding and of course, Happy Christmas to you and your family 🎄😊👍.
Iam from Bangalore, India. Beautiful review and the way you put across it to audience. Just great. Currently i own a 2016 classic 350, but may change to Hunter 350 soon. Reason being for Looks, light weight, easy manuover and decent pricing of Hunter 350.
LOL Stu, That was a brilliant way of summing up 3 brilliant bikes! It’s a tough call for anyone! In my ideal world I would have all three lol! & your completely right about the touring question,most of us will ride our bikes mainly for commutes or trips down to the coast with ya mates,all bikes can tour it’s just the bigger ccbikes have that bit extra umph if your into that! I’ve seen enough videos on RUclips of bikes of lower cc doing tours & they all seem to be doing ok!Great video!
I'm torn between the meteor and the classic as far as looks go. The cruiser seating position and bars maybe appeal slightly more. But for some reason my head is saying I'll enjoy the hunter more.
Nice one mate and yeah too many times consumers try to ask too much, I know so many who bought their bikes for touring but are now selling it with less than 5k mileage on the meter over 7 years, just get a bike for what you will be 90% using it for not the "if's".
I have a Meteor and couldn't be more happy. The Hunter is also pretty good looking, but I'm not a big fan of the Classic because it looks like an identical copy of a bike made in the 1940's or 50's. For me the Meteor (and Hunter) give respect to the past in a more modern and updated looking package.
I can't stop smiling, hearing Uncle Stu use the girlfriend/partner analogy. Kind of a DejaVu feeling while listening to this, similar to what my conversations with my friends are during a bike talk session.
Love and support as always from India ♥️
Crikey Stu, you'll be writing romance novels next. 🤣 Great descriptions and good fun to watch. I would be happy with any of the three bikes referred to although I am seriously considering a Huntress simply because we have so many tight, twisting roads here that see the GT in second or third most of the time. I have ridden the Meteor and it was great fun on these roads in a laid back way. I think the Huntress will take the fun to the next level being a little lighter and having slightly quicker steering.
Ha, can you picture him writing romances? 😁
Will be the first romance novel to open with "Aye up"
Riiiight 🤣
Get him on audible 😂
Stuart. Wow what an analogy. Spot on sir.😂
A truely imaginative approach to a touchy feely thing that is choosing a motorcycle. It doesn't have to make sense and it seldom does. Well done!
For me it’s the classic in halcyon gray . The color grabbed me like no other . It sure gets a lot of attention , I love the feel of it . Can hardly wait for spring here in Montana . Loved the triplet women analogy .❤
I always appreciate how easy it is to understand you without having english as the mother language.
I'll have all 3 thanks Stu and I like the bikes as well.
Stuart Royal Enfield should employ you as a salesman, after those descriptions, I am in love with all three.
FOR REAL! If I had space downstairs, I'd have one of each... 😁😁
Amazing.
Beautifully done.
You must have walked around in a trance for days sorting this out in your head.
I really enjoyed that.
I have a Meteor and love it.
I'm pretty sure I will get a Hunter but resisting a test ride at the moment.
Love the classic but I don't have the devotion to care for it.
Thanks for such a good start to my day.
I am tempted by the Hunter as well- Scram owner.
I'm collecting my halcyon green Classic this saturday. The choice was made for the looks alone. Haven't even seen one in real life yet. Test rode a Meteor to get a feel for the power train and then made my decision a few days later. It'll be a real treat to finally be able to straddle it. And then the wait for spring and bare tarmac begins....
Had a test ride on Classic.Awesome experience
Your scanning of the bikes bought back a few memories. The original Continental GT being the most significant for me..Back in the sixties a couple of then budding biker..Rockers..friends owned them, one had the same 'half faring' on his bike.. These were great little bikes. An off the shelf 250cc cafe Racer....clip on's, rear sets, swept back header pipe and a staccato bark from the exhaust... These little motorcycles had a good turn of speed for a quarter litre bike and most importantly they looked the part for us young blades...As far as l can remember Royal Enfield were the only British company that made this type of bike on a commercial basis....almost a copy of a Ducati Desmo but far cheaper...
Hi Stuart, my son is currently travelling across India, I said to him ahh, 'the home of the royal enfield' and he said... ahhha they are everywhere and sent back loads of footage, there are scooters et all too, but the Royal Enfield is the main love. Oh I went off topic.... The Hunter for me..... I always go for the 'femme fatale'.
Looking forward to getting a Hunter when they hit Australian shores.
You won't be disappointed. Lovely bike and great fun.
I've bought the hunter myself...I know it's not all about speed ...but I've ridden the other two alot and can say the hunter feels quicker acceleration and even the top end feels better ...must be due to the lighter weight and that :)
Yeah saw the review and I was probably leaning towards the meteor but the blue and white hunter reminds me of my first bike, a blue Suzuki GP100.
I think the seating position is probably going to put less stress on my lower back than the meteor and being a little bit more agile and responsive does sway it.
Brilliant video Stu. The wife usually hears your videos across the sitting room. Today she sat down beside me and said play that again, I want to watch it! 😳 I did and we both agreed I would go for a "Classic" but would end up with a "Hunter". She now says, "cannot wait to see Fridays video"! Cheers pal!
Beautifully put Stu, I have a 2016 classic 350 and she’s my everyday, everywhere and anytime ride, one of the doughiest bikes I’ve ever had and I absolutely love her, she’s a keeper
Morning Stuart, another great video.
I love the analogies, You can tell that you’re a man of a certain age and the droll sense of humour that we Yorkshire people possess really works well with the descriptions.
I bought a Hunter just before the big freeze and managed to put a hundred miles on it, I think it was a good choice.
Regards Brenden.
For me wheels/tires sizes and suspension travel are of great consideration due to the crappy local road that I have. I love the 18/19 of my classic, they eat the bumps and pot holes. The bike even has good non paved road capabilities and good ground clearance.
'morning, Stuart and everyone! Thank you for this fine morning treat!
There's also this 411 Scram cousin. The bad girl. Not as rowdy as her older sister, Himalayan, yet wilder than any of these three.. but also more demanding... I still have few winter months to decide which one to run away with. Probably the feme fatale, I'm that kind of guy. Strangely gravitating towards the 70's style. 2nd place Scram. The 350 seems to be smoother and I like the looks more. Close 3rd classic (we both know we couldn't be together, it just wouldn't work long term). With meteor, we're just friends, and that's all we want to be.
Love the analogy, certainly brightened up my early morning cup of tea somewhat. I’m torn between the Classic and the Hunter, a good ride of both is desirable.
Hi stu great video but for me the meteor all day long
Hello Sir, I am enjoying very much your presentations. You have the voice for documentaries. I have been in love with the meteor and currently qrowing my bagdet to have her. Keep up the good work. Many thanks
Every time I'm out on my Classic Bullet 500 Deluxe (chrome), I allow time for talking. People love to ask about the bike and share their own stories. It really draws the eye. Next to vintage scooters, this gets the most attention of any bike I've had the pleasure to ride.
Word on the Indian street has it that the long awaited Classic 650 will be launched next autumn foe sale in spring 24. That's a bike I would like to test ride before buying, as I love the Classic 350 so much, it's the best of the 4 Enfields I've owned so far. Will need careful thought before I commit to buying.
That was GREAT, Stu! As a Meteor 350 owner, I like my bikes and my women to be LOW maintenance; it makes life easier... :)
Amazing video mate! Love your personal description and vibes when you drive the different models
Another cracking video, really enjoyed this one, funny and lighthearted. Meteor, hmmmm
Love the way you explained the bikes, made so much more sense than a technical comparison.
Love the metaphors
really nice summary stuart i have been motorcycling on the road over 52 years and before that on the fields and woods a motorcycle becomes part of you and your soul and is the best form of therapy paul west yorkshire
Another amazing video review Stuart. You are correct, motorcycles are bought with emotion. We need to drop the labels and ride with what is the most satisfying for us. I don't ride to impress anyone. I prefer the simple mechanical freedom.
I truly enjoy your videos.
Silky smooth voice, with a wonderful story of three sisters, I feel I could listen to any subject delivered in this manner by Uncle Stu :)
Been a fan for years and consider you to be one of the best, but never subscribed to your or anyone else’s channel. My wife even says she enjoys the sound and cadence of your voice when she hears me watching your videos. Currently considering a Classic 350 to keep my Tiger 900 GT Pro company. I’ve checked out your individual videos of the three different 350 models but when I watched this one it made me subscribe. It was just brilliant. I look forward to continuing to enjoy your contributions to the motorcycling community of which I’ve been part of for over 60 years and 60 bikes.
After your description of the meteor I think I’m in love
They are all good bikes Stu its up to you & what you want out of the bike , take care & ride safe
The hunter gets my vote on for two reasons.
1. The riding position is much more to my taste than the meteor.
2. The styling is more to my taste, reminding me of the bikes of my youth (in the '70s).
Nothing wrong with the other two, just the Hunter is more to my taste.
I can't comment on triplets. I have only know identical twins (who are not identical once you know them...). 😀
Goog video Stuart... Trust me to pick the high maintenance one but sure I wouldn't mind any of them. Bitterly cold here in ireland ride safe everyone
I have to watch this one again, truly the best way to describe three sisters. I dated the Meteor when I was young and wish I found one to settle down with, but found the free spirit was too free for my liking. Married the Classic , as she was one that even got attention on our wedding day. As for the Hunter, I guess that is the one I am looking for now. We will see.
Brilliant vid Stu. Loved your comparisons, think I would have the low maintenance hippy chic! (Meteor) because I need the lower seat height. I also love the look of it.👍 always look forward to your excellent vids, keep up the good work!
Thanks again Stuart another great video and fun to boot.......Tim.... Tea Tree Gully South Australia
A breath of fresh air. Love the analogies. Like you said. It's all about feeling.
I was at this party just 2 weeks ago. Trying to decide which one of the Meteor, Classic, or Hunter to take home.
In the end, I went home with the Scram, because she likes it up the muddy lane. 👍
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🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂👍
LOL u dirty barsteward!
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🤣🤣🤣🤣 Epic!
Best reveiw ever! This is the reveiw I have seeking one from the heart not a shop manual.
I love listening to you talk about motorcycles. Grate job
Terrific analogy Stuart, I'm still unsure of which one but got a smile ear to ear now
The best ever test ride, man.. the best ever! Thank you very much.
Another great piece of work. Clear concise.but with the right level of emotive content. But most of trustworthiness!!! Thank you Stu. (Wish I lived next door!!!)😂
Brilliant analogy, beauty is in the eyes of the beholder and there is something there to suite most riding styles!!! 😊
That was thoroughly entertaining. Thanks Stuart.
Your comparison made me laugh. I love my jeans and t-shirt girl although high heels and suspenders sound very tempting 😂
Out of the Three .
1st Choice .the Hunter.. 2nd the Classic
3rd the Meteor
Extremely fun to watch video that was well thought out and executed.
If every bike commentary was like this...
But I guess you cannot do that with every motorcycle.
The most intimate and deep commentary i've ever witnessed. Remarkable !
i rode all three, your analogy is amazing.
Brilliantly done!
The Hunter 😃👍great video. Thanks Stuart.
Bravo Stuart. "Probably doesn't wear panties" made me laugh out loud. I need to test ride the Hunter....
Trying to think about my first bike and this is the best video I have seen on these three. Cracking up the whole time but what you said about attitude totally hits the mark. Great job and happily subscribing.
Hello from Ecuador, Bought a Honda Navi (110 cc ) when I first got here. To commute around Cuenca. Population 600 thousand. Any bike can tour. One Sunday I took it on a 2 hour trip into the mountains. Sometimes only doing 15 KM/H . Its a Honda . Still running strong 4 months later. My Hunter arrived a week ago. Need a bike nimble enough to city ride. But also take me to the coast of Peru. Been riding for 50 years. Give me a comfortable seat on top of a dependable motor . And i'm in love. Fantastic video.
A bike meet fellow has an all- black meteor with the high mirrors removed and it looks absolutely beautiful. 👌
Nicely put Stuart lol, really enjoyed that, another great edition mate...... thanks.
Good one Stu. And great advice as well. If I were ever to replace my Bullet (unlikely), it would definitely be with the Classic. Thanks!
Classic 350 😍
Morning Stuart 🌞 lovely video 🙏
Finally, the answer I was looking for. And beautifully done so, makes lots of sense.
Not in the market for another m/c at this time. .... (20).... our local dealers have all models on the floor. Of the 3... they have a classic in white.. it's a very handsome machine. The Himmy on the floor kept calling my name. 😎
I missed this video when you published it, but these descriptions of each bike are absolutely killing me 😂
What a review! Love your style and the triplets analogy was funny because it's true!
once the winter is over as I live in Ontario Canada, come late spring I will be setting up a test ride on 411 scram, 350s and 650s to see what one fits my mindset..
but leaning towards the 411 scram though..
Loved it. My thoughts about motorcycles exactly.
What a great guy you are, Stu
Loved the analogy between the bikes and women, they all have subtle differences, each a class of their own. Still, torn between all three! A romance and an adventure might be two different things, but a marriage is a total commitment. Thanks for the enticing video Stuart! Cheers!
Wonderfully descriptive 😀. I think everyone should be able to relate to the review.
Another great episode. Thanks. 14:04
Best compare / contrast of these three machines that I’ve ever seen! You sir, have quite a way with words.
Brilliantly done. No better way to describe these awesome bikes. So similar that it becomes a choice of the heart. I have the meteor myself.
Love the analogies, mate! Cheers!
Well said sir!!! You are absolutely correct about the emotional connection. When I purchased my classic 350 it was almost completely due to how the bike made me feel and the style! So different from car purchases! Keep up the good work
A brilliant break down of their personalities, and an excellent piece of prose.
Not exactly a Mills & Boon description but does it matter, like you say and I 100% agree they are all great bikes, nice video by the way, (as usual)👍👍👍👍👍
must say what a fun video to watch very well done. I just started looking at the Royal Enfield Bikes I started out ridding a Suzuki TU250x bike. then for some reason I felt I needed a bigger more powerful bike so I got a Honda Shadow Aero well shortly after that wished I had the Suzuki back guess Ive always been a thumper Guy at heart so now I've found the Meteor and my shadow is getting sold in spring and I'm going to pickup a Meteor cant wait .
Really helpful video. I have experience riding trial bikes in my youth (the ones with no seats) and have always wanted to get my road licence and this is something I will be looking into doing this year. I am instantly drawn to RE because of how they look but also, the price! It's great to hear that all three of these machines do similar things, just with different personality. Definitely between the Meteor and classic 350s. Not a fan of the HNTR look to be honest. Great content! Keep up the great work!
"Every bike has been a sort of boyfriend/girlfriend relationship or maybe that's just me."
No. It is most definitely not just you.
You get to the heart of it: ride the motorcycle that gives you that feeling that you can't put out of your mind even when not riding. There's nothing wrong with buying a bike for purely practical purposes I suppose, but it's not something I would ever do.
Thanks for another wonderful video. I had no idea you're garage is so large - and that you've such a massive collection of bikes. Wouldn't that be nice? Deciding which Royal Enfield to buy is definitely a challenging choice, especially since they continue to release new models. Yes, I'm still waiting for an updated 650 Bullet Classic. Ha. All the best!
On an associated tangent, but real, should you ever visit the states, be sure to swing by the Barber Motorsports Museum in Alabama if you're able. I had the opportunity to visit it years ago and it was a grand experience.
Another tangent - The opening footage reminds me of a visit I made a few years back to a collector in the midwest states. He had placed an ad on Craigslist, if I recall correctly, as he was letting go of a few bikes, as he was getting on (or making room). I didn't expect what I saw when I got there. This unassuming gentleman owned a large multi-level warehouse in the middle of a busy city in an industrial area. It was completely filled with vintage vehicles and has a full-service shop. Cars, bicycles, scooters, oddities, and primarily, motorcycles. There were probably over 500 motorcycles alone. I felt I had died and must've led a good life. Now, I imagine these oases exist all over the world. On increasingly rare occasion, you hear of them (of various sizes) being found after the owner passes on.
Now I wonder who this person is. What's their story. I ended up spending a good part of a day there talking with him, listening to stories and walking through his warehouse, but had a long trip back, so had to leave. I've thought about this on occasion over the years. If you're curious, I had two early 60s beauties to keep me company on the trip home.
Edit: While bikes in new condition are nice (for a variety of reasons), for me, there's just something about older bikes, with their patina, pits, and wear, that I find appealing. Their stories. History. Experience. As long as the mechanics are sound...
The classic for me the stockings and suspenders can’t resist.😉
Always the naked for me. 😊
That was a good analogy, I'm off for a cold shower now or should I just stand outside.
Morning Stewart. Well bless my sole. Your thoughts on these Royle Enfield's could be mistaken for a discription my late wife Sammy? Great vid and I'm sure any of these bikes will please depending on daily use. Safe enjoyable riding and of course, Happy Christmas to you and your family 🎄😊👍.
For me the 350 classic is the perfect retro bike, hoping to get one this year.
STU!..... DARN YOU! ........Now I want all THREE!!! lol......Have a Merry Christmas.
A brillant comparison Stuart.
Iam from Bangalore, India. Beautiful review and the way you put across it to audience. Just great. Currently i own a 2016 classic 350, but may change to Hunter 350 soon. Reason being for Looks, light weight, easy manuover and decent pricing of Hunter 350.
Brilliant video!!!! Thank you
Nicely written Stu, you’re a poet and you didn’t know it. 👏
LOL Stu, That was a brilliant way of summing up 3 brilliant bikes! It’s a tough call for anyone! In my ideal world I would have all three lol! & your completely right about the touring question,most of us will ride our bikes mainly for commutes or trips down to the coast with ya mates,all bikes can tour it’s just the bigger ccbikes have that bit extra umph if your into that! I’ve seen enough videos on RUclips of bikes of lower cc doing tours & they all seem to be doing ok!Great video!
the way you put it is quite similar to mine. so original only a real rider can understand i am your fan you are my guru.
I'm torn between the meteor and the classic as far as looks go.
The cruiser seating position and bars maybe appeal slightly more.
But for some reason my head is saying I'll enjoy the hunter more.
right now Im dealing with the same, but Ill probably save a little more money and get the Himalayan, I would get that one without a doubt
Nice one mate and yeah too many times consumers try to ask too much, I know so many who bought their bikes for touring but are now selling it with less than 5k mileage on the meter over 7 years, just get a bike for what you will be 90% using it for not the "if's".
I have a Meteor and couldn't be more happy. The Hunter is also pretty good looking, but I'm not a big fan of the Classic because it looks like an identical copy of a bike made in the 1940's or 50's. For me the Meteor (and Hunter) give respect to the past in a more modern and updated looking package.
I have a Classic, I preferred the riding position to the Meteor but once introduced to the Hunter I was smitten, it feels right.
I agree. And the lack of underwear seals the deal for me...
You are a poet! Nice analogy about bikes and triplets 👍