Royal Enfield Meteor 350 cruiser revealed for 2021

A new 350cc cruiser will join the Royal Enfield product range in 2021, with the Indian firm digitally launching its new Meteor 350 today.

The 2021 Royal Enfield Meteor 350 effectively replaces the now-discontinued Royal Enfield Rumbler 350 (known as the Thunderbird in India). While the Meteor is a new machine with vast improvements, it does follow a similar formula to the Rumbler 350, which was also produced in a 500cc version in India.

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Powered by a new air-oil cooled 349cc SOCH engine, with a long-stroke and electronic fuel injection, the new Meteor 350 is designed for smooth, tractable power, and plenty of bottom-end torque. The new engine produces 27Nm of torque at 4000rpm and 20.2hp at 6100rpm. The bike is driven by a five-speed constant mesh gearbox.

In addition to the new engine, Royal Enfield has introduced an all-new twin downtube spine frame chassis that it claims is stronger, stiffer and more durable, with the design focused on straight-line stability, cornering and manoeuvrability without compromising on comfort.

Another highlight is the debut of Royal Enfield’s new Tripper Navigation system. Tripper uses Google Maps and connects with a Royal Enfield smartphone app. The navigation is displayed via a unique display which sits separately from the standard dash.

The new Meteor 350 also features dual channel ABS, with a 300mm front disc with twin piston-floating calliper, and a 270mm rear disc with single-piston floating calliper. Suspension is handled by a telescopic 41mm front fork with 130mm travel, and twin shocks with 6-step adjustable preload.

Other key features of note include the 19- and 17-inch alloy wheels with tubeless tires, the 15-litre fuel tank, the generous pillion seat, and LED lighting.

As is common with cruiser culture, it appears Royal Enfield has set the Meteor 350 up for customisation, with a range of package options. The basic ‘Fireball’ variant is stripped-down and comes in a bright yellow or red colourway. The Stellar variant includes more conservative colours but adds a sissy bar. The range-topping Supernova keeps the sissy-bar and includes a tall windshield.

Local arrival and pricing is yet to be announced but Indian pricing for the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 range is expected to start at ?175,000 (plus ORC), which converts roughly to $3244AUD. Based on that, bikesales anticipates Australian pricing could fall anywhere between $5000-$8000.