Royal Enfield has finally announced the launch timeline of the much-awaited new-generation Bullet 350. The 2023 Royal Enfield Bullet 350 will be launched in India on August 30. It will be the company’s fourth 350cc motorcycle on the J-platform after the Meteor, Classic and Hunter. It’s worth mentioning that the Bullet is the longest-running motorcycle and has been in production since 1931.
2023 Royal Enfield Bullet 350: What to expect?
In terms of design, the new-generation Bullet 350 will be an evolved version of its predecessor. One can expect it to borrow design cues from the Classic 350, save for minor changes, including a single-piece seat, a different taillamp and body graphics. Hardware-wise, it will get telescopic front forks and dual-spring loaded shock absorbers at the rear. Braking duties will be performed by a disc brake at the front and a drum unit at the rear with a single-channel ABS.
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2023 Royal Enfield Bullet 350: Engine and gearbox
Powering the upcoming Royal Enfield Bullet 350 will be a 349cc, single-cylinder, air-oil cooled, fuel-injected engine. This is the same motor that also does its duty in the Hunter, Meteor and Classic 350. It churns out 20.2 bhp at 6,100 RPM and 27 Nm of peak torque at 4,000 RPM. The engine comes mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox.
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2023 Royal Enfield Bullet 350: Price and rivals
The prices of the new-gen Royal Enfield Bullet 350 will be revealed on August 30, 2023. Upon launch, it is expected to be the most affordable Royal Enfield motorcycle in India. The Bullet 350 will take on the likes of the Jawa 42, TVS Ronin, Royal Enfield Hunter 350, etc.
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