Royal Enfield To Launch 2 New 350cc Bikes; Based On Meteor 350
Buoyed by excellent response for new Meteor 350, Royal Enfield is now readying two new 350cc motorcycles for the Indian market. The new bikes will share the platform and engine specs with the Meteor 350. One of the upcoming RE 350cc bikes will be the new-generation Classic 350, which has been spotted testing in India. Adding to it, the company is also testing a new 350cc bike which is rumoured to be called the Interceptor 350. 2021 RE Classic 350 The new-gen Royal Enfield Classic 350 is reportedly to be launched in the second quarter of 2021, most probably in April-May. It will be based on the new modular J platform, which underpins the Meteor 350. It will be powered by a new 349cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder engine with an OHC design. It is capable of producing 20.2bhp at 6,100rpm and a peak torque of 27Nm at 4,000rpm. For transmitting power, the engine will be coupled to a 6-speed gearbox. The new model will retain the original Classic-look; however, it will have some modern desi