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Jawa 350 vs Royal Enfield Bullet 350 Comparison Review: In Pictures

The legacy of the Royal Enfield Bullet 350 has a new challenger in the Jawa 350. But which of these modern classic 350s with iconic nameplates is a better choice for you? We try and find the answer.
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By Kingshuk Dutta

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Published on March 27, 2024

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Highlights

  • The Jawa 350 takes on the RE Bullet 350
  • Jawa 350 is more entertaining to ride while Bullet 350 is more comfortable
  • Both motorcycles are similarly priced as well

Motorcycling doesn’t always mean the need for speed, the rush that you get from twisting the throttle all the way. Sometimes it is also about leisure. And when it comes to riding leisurely, there are no better motorcycles than modern classics! Royal Enfield has been championing the cause of leisure riding for decades now, with its Classic and Bullet series of motorcycles. The Bullet, as Siddhartha Lal says, is the ‘North Star’ which keeps Royal Enfield honest and real. But now, after all these years, the Bullet has a new rival, the heavily updated, Jawa 350, which could almost be called a new-generation motorcycle. Considering that Jawa and Royal Enfield have a long legacy of making iconic motorcycles. So, will the Jawa 350 be able to knock the Bullet 350 and Royal Enfield off its perch?

 

Also Read: Jawa 350 vs Royal Enfield Bullet 350: Comparison Review

 

The 'Bullet' nameplate has been in continuous production since 1932

 

Both brands, Royal Enfield and Jawa, have a long legacy and storied lineage

 

The updated Jawa 350 is a good-looking machine!

 

Also Read: Jawa 350 Real World Review 

 

The latest generation of the Bullet doesn't stray far away from its roots 

 

The retro-styled speedometer on the Jawa 350 is angled away from the rider and is difficult to read on the go 

 

Despite being updated fully, the engine on the Jawa 350 now makes 5 bhp less 

 

Both motorcycles offer a very different motorcycling experience

 

The Jawa 350 feels easier to tip into corners

 

The Bullet can handle corners but its forte is comfortable ride

 

The ride quality on the Jawa is stiffer and taller riders may feel the riding position to be a little cramped

 

If you are looking for an engaging ride, then the Jawa 350 should be your choice

 

Both bikes have similar weight and work well as daily rides

 

Royal Enfield has a significant advantage over the Jawa in terms of sales and service touch-points and better resale value

 

The Jawa 350 offers more exclusivity in the entry-level modern classic segment

 

Both bikes make for a lovely ‘retro’ motorcycle in your garage

 

SpecificationsJawa 350 RE Bullet 350
Displacement334 cc349 cc
Engine Single-cylinder, liquid-cooledSingle-cylinder, air/oil-cooled
Max Power22.26 bhp at 7,000 rpm20.2 bhp at 6,100 rpm
Peak Torque28.1 Nm at 5,000 rpm27 Nm at 4,000 rpm
Gearbox6-speed5-speed
Chassis TypeDouble-CradleTwin downtube spine frame
Front Suspension35 mm telescopic fork (135 mm travel)41 mm telescopic (130 mm travel)
Rear SuspensionTwin shock absorbers (100 mm travel)Twin shock absorbers (NA)
Seat Height 790 mm805 mm
Ground Clearance 178 mm170 mm
Fuel Capacity13.2 litres13 litres
Kerb Weight194 kg195 kg
Front Tyre100/90-18 (spoked and tubed)100/90-19 (spoked & tubed)
Rear Tyre130/80-17 (spoked and tubed)120/80-18 (spoked & tubed)
Front Brake280 mm disc (ABS)300 mm disc (ABS)
Rear Brake240 mm disc (ABS)270 mm disc (ABS)
PriceRs. 2.15 lakh (ex-showroom)Rs. 1.73 lakh to Rs. 2.16 lakh (ex-showroom)
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