What is the story about?
For bike lovers in India, few names always pop up as much nostalgia as Royal Enfield and Yezdi. Both brands have their roots deep in India’s motorbiking
history, and today, they are in the spotlight with two modern classics- the Royal Enfield Classic 350 and the Yezdi Roadster. If you are new to motorbikes and wondering what makes them different, here is a breakdown.
Price and Weight
The Royal Enfield Classic 350 starts at Rs 1.97 lakh, while the Yezdi Roadster is slightly more pocket friendly at Rs 1.93 lakh. The Classic 350 is the heavier of the two, weighing 195 kg, compared to the Roadster’s 184 kg, which means the Yezdi might feel a bit easier to handle, especially for new riders.Engines
The Classic 350 is equipped with a 349cc single-cylinder, air-oil cooled engine, producing 20.2 bhp of power and 27 Nm of torque. It’s famous for its relaxed, thumping ride that Royal Enfield is famous for.The Yezdi Roadster, on the other hand, comes with a slightly smaller 334cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine, but it is more powerful, which delivers around 29 horsepower and 30 Nm of torque. With a 6-speed gearbox, if compared to Enfield’s 5-speed, the Roadster feels quicker and sportier on the road.
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Design and Features
Both cruisers stick to the retro look with round headlamps and teardrop design tanks, but add modern touches, like- The Classic 350 stays true to its vintage style, with crystalline LED lights, dual-channel ABS, spoked or alloy wheels, and a traditional spine frame, whereas the Yezdi Roadster mixes classic styling with modern upgrades, like LED lights, wider 150-section rear tires, a detachable pillion seat, and improved cushioning for comfort.Ride and Comfort
The Royal Enfield Classic uses a twin-downtube spine frame with telescopic forks in the front and twin shock absorbers at the rear which is tuned for a steady, smooth ride at cruising speeds. On the other hand the Yezdi Roadster uses a double-cradle frame, also with telescopic forks in the front, but adds gas-filled adjustable rear shocks for better comfort.Braking and Safety
Both bikes come with disc brakes at the front and rear and dual-channel ABS, which means more controlled braking and safer rides, on highways and bumpy roads.For more two wheeler comparison stories, keep reading Times Now Auto.
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