Royal Enfield’s Hunter 350 and TVS’s Ronin are two of the most accessible cruiser motorcycles in the Indian market. Both bikes target buyers looking for a balance between style and everyday usability, but they take slightly different approaches.
Here’s a detailed comparison of the two to see which one makes more sense for prospective buyers.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Vs TVS Ronin: Engine Specifications
The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is powered by a 349cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that produces 20.2 hp and 27 Nm of peak torque, paired with a 5-speed gearbox. In comparison, the TVS Ronin uses a smaller 225.9cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine generating 20.4 hp and 19.93 Nm, also mated to a 5-speed gearbox. While the Ronin matches the Hunter on horsepower, the Royal Enfield delivers significantly higher torque.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Vs TVS Ronin: Seat Height and Ground Clearance
The Hunter 350 offers a seat height of 790 mm and a ground clearance of 160 mm, with a kerb weight of 181 kg. The Ronin, on the other hand, has a slightly higher seat at 795 mm, better ground clearance at 181 mm, and a lighter kerb weight of 160 kg, making it easier to handle in city conditions.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Vs TVS Ronin: Brakes And Suspension
The Hunter 350 runs on 17-inch alloy wheels with a 110/70-section tyre at the front and a 140/70-section tyre at the rear. Braking duties are handled by a 300 mm disc at the front and a 270 mm disc at the back, with dual-channel ABS as standard. The Ronin also uses 17-inch wheels with a 110/70 front tyre and a slightly slimmer 130/70 rear tyre. It gets a 300 mm disc brake at the front and a 240 mm disc at the rear. Dual-channel ABS is available only on the higher-spec variants.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Vs TVS Ronin: Features
The Hunter 350 is equipped with LED headlamps and taillamps but continues with halogen indicators. It comes with a digi-analogue instrument cluster and USB charging support. The TVS Ronin offers a more modern package with all-LED lighting and a fully digital instrument cluster, along with smart connectivity features on higher trims.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Vs TVS Ronin: Prices
The Hunter 350 is available in seven colours and three variants, with prices starting at Rs 1.49 lakh and going up to Rs 1.81 lakh (ex-showroom). The TVS Ronin is offered in six colour options and three variants, priced from Rs 1.35 lakh to Rs 1.73 lakh (ex-showroom).