The retro-style motorcycle segment in India has grown rapidly over the past few years. Today, buyers have a number of options to choose from, including the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and the recently launched Yamaha XSR 155. Although both have retro looks, on paper these are quite different motorcycles, especially when it comes to engine size and overall character. However, their overlapping price bands and modern-retro designs make them natural rivals for many buyers looking to shop in the Rs 1.5-2 lakh range. Here’s a quick look at how these models stack up against each other.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Yamaha XSR 155: Engine Specifications
The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 uses the brand’s 349 cc air-oil-cooled single-cylinder engine. It produces around 20.2 hp and 27 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 5-speed gearbox with assist and slip clutch. On the other hand, the Yamaha XSR 155 uses a 155 cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder motor. This powerplant produces around 18.4 hp and a fairly low torque of 14.2 Nm. It is paired with a 6-speed gearbox and gets assist and slipper clutch.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Yamaha XSR 155: Dimensions and more
The seat height of the Yamaha XSR 155 is around 810 mm, while the Hunter 350 is lower, with a seat height of around 790 mm. There is also a big difference in terms of weight. The Yamaha XSR 155 is quite light at around 137 kg, while the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 weighs around 181 kg. The fuel tank capacity also varies, with the Yamaha getting a 10-litre tank and the Hunter offering a larger 13-litre unit.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Yamaha XSR 155: Features
On the features front, the Yamaha XSR 155 comes with a fully digital LCD instrument cluster, traction control, Bluetooth connectivity, LED lights and gear position indicator.The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 keeps things simple. It gets a semi-digital instrument cluster, LED lighting, USB Type-C charging in select variants and Bluetooth-based navigation on higher trims.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Yamaha XSR 155: Suspension and Brakes
The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 uses telescopic front forks and twin rear shock absorbers that offer preload adjustment. It also gets larger brake discs, 300 mm disc at the front and 270 mm disc at the rear, along with dual-channel ABS as standard.In comparison, the Yamaha XSR 155 comes with a more modern setup. It has USD front forks and rear monoshock. Braking is handled by a 282 mm front disc and 220 mm rear disc, and it is also equipped with dual-channel ABS.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs Yamaha XSR 155: Pricing
Talking about the price, the ex-showroom price of Yamaha XSR 155 is around Rs 1.49 lakh. The Royal Enfield Hunter 350, after the recent GST-related changes, is now more competitively priced, with prices starting at around Rs 1.37 lakh depending on the variant and color option and going up to around Rs 1.62 lakh ex-showroom.
