A new Bobber-type Royal Enfield has recently been spotted doing rounds on our roads with a windshield. Although the Chennai-based bikemaker has not provided any confirmation, industry sources speculate that the new model will be called the 'Classic 350 Bobber.' As you can see in the images, the test mule is not camouflaged, which means that the bike's launch is around the corner. It has a big U-shaped handlebar, a single seat (with an option for a pillion seat), and white-walled tyres. Unlike the Classic 350, the upcoming Bobber sports a regular black unit instead of a pea-shooter exhaust. The bike rolls on alloy wheels. Other possible features include Classic 350-style LED taillights, turn indicators, headlights, and an instrument cluster.
Royal Enfield Classic 350 Bobber: Engine and Hardware
The upcoming Bobber will be powered by the same 349cc, air/oil-cooled, long-stroke engine used in the Classic 350, Bullet 350, and other 350cc models. This unit produces 20.2bhp at 6,100rpm and 27Nm of torque at 4,000rpm and is mated to a 5-speed gearbox.
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Hardware-wise, the Bobber is expected to have a twin downtube spine frame, telescopic forks, and dual springs. It could include the same large-diameter disc brakes as the Classic 350.
Royal Enfield Classic 350 Bobber: Expected Price
The Bobber's price could fall in the same ballpark as the Classic 350 (Rs 1.99 lakh and Rs 2.30 lakh). In terms of market competition, the bike will lock horns with the Classic 350, the Jawa 42 Bobber, and the Jawa Perak. Although there is no confirmation, the launch of the bobber could take place early next year.
Royal Enfield October Sales
Royal Enfield had its highest-ever monthly sales of more than 1.10 lakh bikes in October 2024, showing a rise of 31% over the previous year's 84,435 units. The bikemaker sold 1.02 lakh units in the domestic market, and 8,688 units overseas, representing a 26% and 150% increase, respectively.
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With 5.13 lakh units sold domestically in FY25, Royal Enfield reported a little 3% increase in year-to-date sales. The exports reached 52,624, exhibiting a 21% YoY rise. Overall, the company sold 5.65 lakh units, up from 5.41 lakh units in FY24. This resulted in a 4% rise.
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