Suzuki Hayabusa vs Royal Enfield Bullet 350 Comparison

Priced at ₹ 16.40 lakh (Ex-showroom), the Suzuki Hayabusa offers superb value. It's got crackling performance, a sophisticated electronics suite, which makes it safe and easy to enjoy. The only downside is that the huge 1,340 cc engine generates a lot of heat on a hot day, which can be quite bothersome, and despite the slip-and-assist clutch, the lever feels heavy and not ideal, if you're stuck in bumper to bumper traffic.

For us, the Royal Enfield Bullet 350 remains one of the most honest motorcycles on sale today. If you want a machine that rewards you for slowing down, this icon still makes sense. As Preetam summarises, “Overall, the bullet has improved so much... it will still appeal to you if you're a bullet fan. So go ahead, take a test ride—this could be just the best bullet ever to be made.”
 

Best as:

• Daily commuter for mature riders.
• Relaxed weekend tourer
• Long-term heirloom purchase with high resale value.

Not ideal as:

• Primary high-speed touring vehicle
• Tech-heavy purchase for gadget enthusiasts.
• Fuel-cost sensitive commuter