Royal Enfield has refreshed its most popular motorcycle, the Classic 350, with its first major update since its 2021 debut when it came with the new 349 cc J-Series engine. The 2024 Classic retains its mechanical setup but boasts numerous enhancements. Currently, Royal Enfield has only unveiled the updated Classic 350, set to launch on September 1. We pit the Classic 350 against the new kid on the block, the Guerrilla 450.
2024 Royal Enfield Classic 350 vs Guerrilla 450: Engine
In 2021 when Royal Enfield relaunched the Classic 350, its major change was the new 349 cc air-cooled J-series engine that has an output of 20.2 bhp and 27 Nm of torque. It is mated to a 5-speed gearbox.
The Guerrilla, on the other hand, is powered by the 452 cc liquid-cooled engine that produces 39.5 bhp and 40 Nm of torque. It is the second Royal Enfield to get this motor after the Himalayan and is mated to a 6-speed gearbox with a slip-and-assist clutch.Â
| Royal Enfield Specs | Classic 350 | Guerrilla 450 |
| Engine | 349 cc | 452 cc |
| Power | 20.2 bhp at 6100 rpm | 39.5 bhp at 8000 rpm |
| Torque | 27 Nm at 4000 rpm | 40 Nm at 5500 rpm |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 6-speed |
2024 Royal Enfield Classic 350 vs Guerrilla 450: Features
Royal Enfield has spruced up the Classic 350 with all LED lighting including the indicators for the top models. The rest of the lineup comes standard with an LED headlight and taillamp for better illumination. The signature pilot lights are also now LEDs.
For the first time, the Classic 350 is equipped with adjustable clutch and brake levers, a USB-C charging port and a gear indicator in the multi-information display. The Classic 350 is now available in seven new colours including Jodhpur Blue, Madras Red, Emerald, Commando Sand, Brown, and Stealth. The Tripper Navigation comes standard in the top trim and is available as an optional feature for the rest of the Classic 350 lineup.
The Guerrilla 450 top model sports a 4-inch digital instrument console like the one in the Himalayan, which comes inbuilt with Google Maps. The entry-level trim gets a semi-digital rider’s instrument cluster with an analogue speedometer. It also offers the Tripper feature as an option. Both the motorcycles come standard with dual-channel ABS.
The Guerrilla 450 is priced from Rs 2.39 lakh to Rs 2.54 lakh, ex-showroom introductory, while the 2024 Classic 350 will make its official debut on September 1. It could receive a price of hike Rs 5000 to Rs 7000.
