Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 vs Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 Comparison

The best part about the Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 is its attractive design and flamboyant colours. As an affordable factory custom bobber, this is one motorcycle which makes a compelling case. As a second bike, or as a motorcycle for short rides around town, and to make a style statement, the Goan Classic 350 is a very good option, and is an appealing motorcycle. The riding position and ergonomics though doesn’t make for a very comfortable motorcycle for long hours in the saddle. And the slightly bouncy ride quality, at the rear, which makes you feel all the bumps and road potholes up your tailbone, makes for a not-so-comfortable motorcycle if you intend to do more than short blasts around town. 

In India, it will go up against the likes of the Honda CBR250R, Yamaha Fazer25 and the KTC RC200 and at a price of ₹ 1.71 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), we believe the Gixxer SF 250 to be a solid purchase in its segment. It looks good, has decent performance and handles quite well too. It sporty enough to be ridden around switchbacks and can handle daily commuting too with equal aplomb. It may have entered a little late to the 250 cc - 400 cc segment but it is definitely a well-rounded package.