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Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and TVS Ronin are the latest entrants in the entry-level retro cruiser motorcycle segment. We rode them extensively on the roads of Delhi-NCR to tell you which one is a better buy considering real-world scenarios.
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In terms of design, the Hunter 350 brings freshness to Royal Enfield’s stable. It has a unique character and gets signature Royal Enfield elements as well. The motorcycle is offered in a total of eight colour variants.
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The Ronin is unlike any other motorcycle we have seen so far from the house of TVS Motor Company. It looks stylish and grabs eyeballs out on the streets. The TVS Ronin is available in six colour shades.
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In terms of engine performance, both these retro cruiser motorcycles are completely different from each other. While their power output is identical, RE develops more torque and they sound and feel very different.
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The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 gets a new 350cc, single-cylinder, air and oil-cooled, fuel-injected engine that develops 20.2 bhp and 27 Nm of peak torque. Being a long-stroke motor, it has a thumpy sound and a good mid-range punch.
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TVS Ronin gets a new 225.9cc, single-cylinder, oil-cooled motor that develops 20.1 bhp and 20 Nm of torque. This engine feels very smooth and refined. Also, the Ronin is quicker off the line and till 80 kmph this motor feels at home, post which it starts struggling.
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In terms of features, the TVS Ronin gets an all-LED lighting system and a digital instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity that shows turn-by-turn navigation, call alerts and more. It even gets a voice assist feature and two ABS modes.
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The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 features a semi-digital instrument cluster and a USB charging port. Royal Enfield is also offering its Tripper navigation pod with the Hunter 350 but only as an accessory.
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The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is offered in two variants – Retro & Metro. Its prices start at Rs 1.50 lakh and they go up to Rs 1.72 lakh, ex-showroom. TVS Ronin is available in three variants and its prices range from Rs 1.49 lakh to Rs 1.69 lakh, ex-showroom. To know our pick between the two and verdict, click on the link below.
Also Read: Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs TVS Ronin: Which retro cruiser should be your pick?
