Another of the new Royal Enfield models that has been regularly speculated about is this Goan Classic 350a bobber variant of the newly released Classic 350 that apparently will be officially presented in just a few days. However, in the last few hours some images have been leaked of a test mule, practically in its final version, circulating through busy Indian streets.
If we look back, it was in April 2023 when we asked ourselves for the first time: Is Royal Enfield preparing a bobber version of its Classic 350? Also then we could see a test mule in full testing in India. We highlight a set of whitewall tires, a single-seat seat and a prominent rear fender. The rest of the set did not seem to have too many differences from the standard Classic 350.
Already in May of this year, an image was leaked from the patent registry of this new Goan Classic 350 where we could see the inclusion of a two-seater seat that is “open” in the passenger area. Side handles were anchored to this, something unusual, on the other hand, in a bobber variant of this type.
Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350: The definitive version is here
Now, thanks to the colleagues at Rush Lane we already know what the final forms of this Goan Classic 350 will be. In addition, we know the date on which it will be presented on the occasion of Motoverse 2024, from November 22 to 24. There is even more because some technical data regarding the model has been revealed, such as its final weight of 197 kilos without the optional passenger seat.
Among the final equipment we find the aforementioned tires with white tread, very typical in custom models from the 50s and 60s of the last century. Also a U-shaped “monkey hanger” type handlebar, or a seat at two heights, with the passenger seat removable. The rest of the assembly, in terms of engine and chassis, remains unchanged with respect to the standard Classic 350.
This translates into making use of a 349 cc single-cylinder engine with air-oil cooling that declares 20.2 HP at 6,100 rpm and 27 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. Includes balance shaft to minimize vibrations and a 5-speed gearbox. In the cycle part, its double steel cradle chassis, 41 mm telescopic fork, double rear shock absorber or a brake disc per axle stand out. The equipment is packed into 19 and 18 inch radial wheels, front and rear respectively.
With a price in India that is estimated to start from 210,000 rupees, just over 2,000 euros in exchangewill have an increase of approximately 10% compared to the standard Classic 350. It is still unclear if this variant will reach Europe and if it finally does, when it would be. We will be attentive to new information on the subject in the coming days.
