Royal Enfield has rolled out an updated version of the Meteor 350, aiming to strengthen its hold in the mid-capacity cruiser segment. While the core mechanicals remain unchanged, the new Meteor 350 introduces several feature upgrades and design changes.
This brings it into closer competition with one of its key rivals: the Honda H’ness CB350. Here’s how the two motorcycles stack up across specifications and features.
2025 Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Vs Honda CB350 H’ness: Engine Specifications
The Meteor 350 continues to use a 349.43cc, single-cylinder, oil-cooled engine producing 20.2 hp and 27 Nm of peak torque, paired with a 5-speed gearbox. This setup focuses on smooth torque delivery and relaxed highway cruising. In comparison, the Honda H’ness CB350 employs a slightly smaller 348.36cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine but offers a marginally higher power output of 20.7 hp and stronger torque at 30 Nm. It also uses a 5-speed gearbox, tuned for a classic roadster character with an emphasis on low-end pull.
2025 Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Vs Honda CB350 H’ness: Features
Royal Enfield has upgraded the Meteor 350’s equipment list across its variants. All versions now come with LED headlamps, LED turn indicators, and the Tripper navigation pod as standard. USB Type-C fast charging, an assist-and-slip clutch, and adjustable levers (on Supernova and Aurora variants) further enhance its touring credentials. The Honda H’ness CB350, meanwhile, offers LED lighting all around, a digi-analogue meter, hazard switch, traction control, assist-and-slip clutch, USB charger, and optional Bluetooth-enabled navigation, making it a well-rounded package.
2025 Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Vs Honda CB350 H’ness: Seat Height And Ground Clearance
Dimensionally, the Meteor 350 sits lower with a 765 mm seat height and a 170 mm ground clearance. It weighs 191 kg with fluids and carries a 15-litre fuel tank. The H’ness CB350 has a taller 800 mm seat height and 166 mm ground clearance, but weighs slightly less at 181 kg. Its wheelbase of 1,441 mm is longer than the Meteor’s 1,400 mm, hinting at greater stability.
2025 Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Vs Honda CB350 H’ness: Brakes And Suspension
Braking and suspension setups also differ slightly. The Meteor 350 features a 300 mm front disc and 270 mm rear disc with dual-channel ABS. The H’ness CB350 uses a 310 mm front disc and a 240 mm rear disc. Both bikes employ telescopic forks up front and twin-shock setups at the rear, reflecting their retro-inspired, road-focused DNA.
2025 Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Vs Honda CB350 H’ness: Prices And Colours
Prices for the Meteor 350 range from Rs 1.91 lakh to Rs 2.15 lakh (ex-showroom) across 16 colour options. The Honda H’ness CB350 is priced between Rs 2.10 lakh and Rs 2.15 lakh (ex-showroom, pre-GST 2.0) with 8 colours on offer.