Royal Enfield has unveiled the Goan Classic 350 in its full form ahead of its official launch at the upcoming Motoverse on November 23. It is the 5th model in the brand’s J-series 350cc platform after the Meteor, Classic, Hunter and Bullet. As expected, it shares a lot in common with the above-mentioned models but more inclined to the Classic 350.
This beside the fact that the bobber-style retro motorcycle also shares the “Classic” nameplate. The most strong commonality is the 349cc single-cylinder air-oil cooled J-series powertrain in the same state of tune as Classic 350. It has an output of 20.2 bhp at 6,100 rpm and 27 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. Let us discuss some of the key differences between Goan Classic and the regular Classic 350.
Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 Vs Classic 350: Design
On the first glance, the Goan Classic looks similar to the Classic 350 which it is but on closer look one can notice several small changes. The most prominent of those is a raised ape hanger shape handlebar. The Goan Classic adopts a bobber-like styling, even though it comes with split seats as standard but the pillion seat can be detached easily.
Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 (Image: Express Drives)
The Goan Classic also gets new funky colour schemes which resonate with the relaxed nature of the motorcycle. It is offered in four colour options namely Rave Red, Trip Teal, Purple Haze, and Shack Black. The other attractions are the painted white sidewalls of the tyres, colour coded rims, a swingarm-mounted rear fender, a new taillamp casing, and a slash cut side on exhaust canister.
Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 Vs Classic 350: Ergonomics & Dimensions
Starting with its ape hanger-style handlebar which makes a return after the original Thunderbird, the Goan Classic offers a laidback riding stance with upright seating and forward-style footpegs. Speaking of the seat, the rider’s saddle for the Goan Classic is one of the lowest at 750 mm as opposed to the Classic 350 which gets an 805mm seat height. The footpegs on the Goan Classic and moved further up to make it a very comfortable experience for the rider singing his/her legs over the bike.
DimensionsRoyal Enfield Goan Classic 350Royal Enfield Classic 350Length2130 mm2,145 mmWidth825 mm785 mmHeight1200 mm1,090 mmWheelbase1400 mm1390 mmSeat height750 mm805 mmGround clearance170 mm170 mmFuel tank capacity13 litre13 litreKerb weight197 kg195 kg
In terms of dimensions,
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