#350cc motorcycle

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Renzo Pasolini Benelli 350 Assen, 1968

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Holy cow! I missed that announcement!

Somehow I totally missed Honda sneaking out the GB350S over in the UK on November the 5th, something I’ve been saying they should do since the original H’ness. Honda for a long time seems not to have cared about the UK market, is this a change for the better? I’m about to jump on my Enfield for an hour, so frankly I have no time to check the social media reactions, which is probably just as well…

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Today on BikeBound.com: Two-Stroke V3! The “Tait Triple” designed by the late Bob Tait, an engineer and toolmaker who spent decades on the build. After Bob’s passing, @sammymillermotorcyclemuseum bought the project in boxes and finished it in his honor. “Bob was a great engineer and innovator. He will be remembered by all who knew him as a caring, generous, talented and all-round decent bloke.” —Sammy Miller Whereas the DKW 350cc V3 of the 1950s was 75° and Freddie Spencer’s Honda NS500 112°, the Tait Triple is spaced at little less than 90°. Tait reportedly engineered his own 120° crankshaft, designed and cast his own crankcases, and used modified Villiers heads and cylinders. “The V3 configuration has various advantages over a conventional inline three-cylinder — a slightly lower centre of gravity and, perhaps more importantly, more room for the transfer passages within each cylinder casting.” - @motogpmatoxley Photos: @roga______ at @kickback.custom.bike.show. Full story today on ⚡️BikeBound.com⚡️ ——— #racebike #isleofmantt #custombike #caferacer #2stroke #twostroke #custommotorcycle #moto #motorcycle #vintagemotorcycle #vintagebike #vintagemotorcycleracing #handbuilt #2tak #2t #caferacers #custombike #custombikes #handbuilt #2strokes #2tempos #2tempi #bikebound via Instagram https://instagr.am/p/DAyHj8PuNRg/

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350cc Jawa Sprint motorcycle

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HRD 350cc Motorcycle 1926. - source Cars & Motorbikes Stars of the Golden era.

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The introduction of All-New CB350 marks yet another significant milestone for our flourishing premium motorcycle business vertical. Ever since their launch, Honda’s middle-weight 350cc motorcycles have delighted customers across various markets.

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Things were pretty mellow regarding Japanese mid-size bike development in the mid-1960’s. There were two-stroke 250’s, 350’s and a 500 from three makers and Honda started offering the CB450 about 1965. Then in late 1968 we opened our copies of Cycle and Cycle World to photos from European industry motorcycle shows and saw the Honda CB750! Four megaphone mufflers, the brilliant engine sticking out from under the candy apple tank and that glorious machined brake rotor up front. If you were riding around 1969, even if you loved British bikes or Harleys, you couldn’t help but stare.

In that era the 750cc bike, a “45,” was king and what was road raced and dirt tracked in most places. In fact the Dick Mann ridden Honda CB750 won the Daytona 200 in 1970. But Honda realized riders might want something a bit smaller, more manageable. In 1972 they offered the CB350F and CB500 Four, both in-line fours mimicking the big CB750 though with vertical cylinders. Later each was punched out to 400 and 550ccs respectively. The 350’s and 400’s were sweet, but typical of in-line fours of the era, you had an 8500 to 10,000 RPM redline and you’d better use it to get some acceleration. The CB400F’s remain very collectible with their 4 into 1 pipe and decked seat, production Cafe Racers of sorts. The more docile four pipe 350F is collectible too, but the exhaust systems are very prone to rust through and maybe one in five good bikes have stock exhausts any longer.

The 350F rolling chassis is pretty typical for the era, a mix of tubes and stampings. Like its big brothers, it has a disk brake in front, and drum in the rear, free standing tach and speedo, flip gas cap, dual seat. As 350cc bikes, this 350F, the CB/CL 350K3 and SL350 Motosports were sold in dealerships side by side in this era. The F was sold 1972 to 1974. Of all the Honda fours, the 350 is likely the smoothest running, essentially vibration free.

This 1974 Honda CB350F with an aftermarket four-into-one exhaust was donated to the National Motorcycle Museum by Suzi Bellville and Hall of Fame inductee Eddie Fisher and we’re happy to have it on display.

Specifications: Engine: In-Line Four-Cylinder SOHC Type: Air-Cooled, Wet Sump Bore & Stroke: 47mm x 50mm Displacement: 347 cc Ignition: Battery & Coil Carburetor: Four 22mm Keihins Horsepower: 34HP / 8000RPM Redline Starting: Kick & Electric Clutch: Wet, Multi-plate Transmission: 5-Speed Final Drive: Chain Driven Frame: Tubular Steel Cradle Suspension: Hydraulic Fork / Swingarm, Dual Shocks Brakes: 260mm Disk Front / 179mm Drum Rear Wheelbase: 57.5 Inches Wheels/Tires: 3.00 x 19 / 3.50 x 18 Weight: 352 Pounds, Dry

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ENG As a person who watch anime and as well I like motorcycles (Yes, I ride on bike too) I realize that in the new opening of MAPPA, precisely in the anime Jigokuraku (Hell's paradice) it have two bike that I saw and think, "I know that bikes" and for that is this post.

ESP Como una persona que ve anime e igual que le gustan las motocicletas (Sí, igual ando en moto) me di cuenta que en el nuevo intro de MAPPA, recisamente en el anime Jigokuraku (Hell's paradice) hay dos motos que vi que al verlas pense, "Yo las conozco" y por ello este post.

ENG The first bike on screen it is alike to the black sheep Harley Davidson V-Rod 1250cc. ESP La primeta moto que vi en la escena es similar a la oveja negra Harley Davison V-Rod 1250cc

ENG And for the second bike on screen here are a issue because it is a Cafe Racer but if we talking about in the market of motorcycles theirs not a company that fabricate a Cafe Racer with a V-Twin engine, the only bike that I know it have a V-Twin as a product of a company is the Guzzi V7 850cc but here is a thing, the engine of this bike is different despite it is a V-Twin. Maybe the Harley Davison Roadster 1200cc have some style but only for the handle bar and the sit position but I can´t consider a Cafe Racer as a native product of a company, maybe custom the foot rest can help. ESP Y la segunda moto en escena hay un problema ya que es una Cafe Racer pero si hablamos del mercado de motocicletas no hay alguna compañia que fabrique una Cafe Racer con motor V-Twin, la única moto que conozco que tiene un motor así y es fabricada es la Guzzi V7 850cc pero aqui hay algo, a pesar de que usar el mismo tipo de motor es diferente a lo convencional. Quizá la Harley Davison Roadster 1200cc tiene el estilo por el manubrio y la posición del asiento pero no lo concideraria una Cafe Racer como producto nativo de una compañia, quizá customizando los reposapies ayude.

ENGAs you can see the engine is a V-Twin but have a different angle. the most usual bike that use this type of engine have a fit position and the V7 have a peculiar position, it expose more the engine than the usual bikes like Yamaha (Star series), Indian or Harley Davison. ESP Como puedes ver el motor V-Twin tiene un angulo diferente. Lo usual en las motos que usa este tipo de motor esta posicionado más centrado y la V7 tiene una posición peculiar, esta se expone más a diferencia de las motos usuales como las motos de Yamaha (Serie Star), Indian o Harley Davidson

ENG But if we talking about Cafe Racer in the market, here some bikes: ESP Pero si habalamos acerca de las Cafe Racer en el mercado, aqui hay algunas:

Triumph Thruxton 900cc

Royal Enfield Classic 350cc

Royal Enfield Hunter 350cc

ENG Back to the point, the scene of the second bike definitely is a custom Cafe Racer bike.

ESP Regresando al punto, en la escena de la segunda moto definitivamente es una custom Cafe Racer

ENG Here a custom Harley Cafe Racer:

ESP Aquí una Harley Davison customizada como Cafe Racer:

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Condor A350: The Ducati-Powered Swiss Army Motorcycle

The Condor A350 was developed in the early 1970s as a motorcycle for the Swiss Army, the 350cc engine from the Ducati 350 Scrambler was used and they built the rest of the motorcycle around it locally. It was designed to be tough, simple, and mountain goat-like in its ability to traverse steep mountain passes. It’s believed that just 3,000 examples of the Condor A350 were ever made, with the last…

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This is one of the pictures from the promotional campaign from Royal Enfield to showcase their new 350cc Hunter motorcycle.

A real good step from a 125cc, the Hunter will allow me to travel further and faster and my car won't get as much use as it gets now.

Sounds like a good excuse to me.

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Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350: A Stylish Twist on a Timeless Ride

Royal Enfield adds another gem to its legendary lineup with the launch of the Goan Classic 350. Starting at ₹2.35 lakh (ex-showroom Chennai), this 350cc motorcycle blends retro aesthetics with contemporary features. Let’s dive into what makes this model a standout choice. The Goan Classic 350 comes in two variants: Single-tone version: ₹2.35 lakh Dual-tone version: ₹2.38 lakh Both models of…

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Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350: A Stylish Twist on a Timeless Ride

Royal Enfield adds another gem to its legendary lineup with the launch of the Goan Classic 350. Starting at ₹2.35 lakh (ex-showroom Chennai), this 350cc motorcycle blends retro aesthetics with contemporary features. Let’s dive into what makes this model a standout choice. The Goan Classic 350 comes in two variants: Single-tone version: ₹2.35 lakh Dual-tone version: ₹2.38 lakh Both models of…

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An addiction to being the underdog.

With the possibility of having to upgrade in the next few years, it’s got me reflecting on my own undeniable love of being the underdog. It has allowed me to squeeze between traffic and cut past cars in the same lane on strategically useful wide road sections while having the ability to ditch it practically anywhere to avoid having to pay for parking. One of the things that always amused me the…

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Royal Enfield

Founded: 1893, Redditch, England Headquarters: Chennai, India (since 1955)

Overview:

Royal Enfield is a legendary motorcycle brand renowned for its iconic, classic, and rugged bikes. The company has a rich history spanning over 125 years.

Key Facts:

Owned by Eicher Motors Limited (India)

Manufactures over 800,000 motorcycles annually

Global presence: 60+ countries

Popular models: Bullet, Classic, Thunderbird, Himalayan, Interceptor, Continental GT

Legacy:

Oldest motorcycle brand in continuous production

Introduced the first motorcycle in India (1949)

Iconic models: Bullet (1932), Flying Flea (1948)

Design and Engineering:

Retro-styled bikes with modern technology

Single-cylinder and twin-cylinder engines (350cc to 650cc)

Known for durability, reliability, and off-road capability

Innovations:

ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

Fuel injection technology

Digital instrument clusters

Tripper navigation system

Awards and Recognition:

Multiple awards at Indian Motorcycle Awards

Best Bike of the Year awards from various publications

Slogan: "Pure Motorcycling"

Cultural Significance:

Royal Enfield has a dedicated fan base, with enthusiasts worldwide appreciating its heritage, style, and adventure-oriented bikes.

Price Range: ₹1.5 lakh - ₹3.5 lakh (approximately $2,000-$5,000 USD)

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Riding Through Leh Ladakh on Two Wheels: Tips for Biking in Rough Weather

Are you thinking about taking a bike trip through Leh Ladakh, but worried about the notoriously harsh weather conditions in the region? As someone who has done the Ladakh bike trip multiple times, let me assure you that with some preparation and knowledge, you can still have an epic adventure even in cold or rainy conditions.

In this post, I'll share my top tips for making the most of biking in Ladakh during the trickier weather months. From what to pack to where to get a bike on rent in Ladakh, read on for everything you need to know. 

Pick the Right Time of the Year

The best time to visit Ladakh for bike trips is generally considered to be June to September. During these summer months, you'll find predominantly sunny days and moderate temperatures. Riding will be most comfortable and roads most accessible.

That said, you can still visit Ladakh in the late spring and early autumn "shoulder seasons." Just be prepared for a somewhat more challenging experience. Temperatures drop rapidly at higher altitudes, and mountain passes may see unpredictable snowfall.

If possible, avoid the dead of winter from December to February when most locals retreat indoors. Roads can be blocked by snow and ice. But for the adventurous, late autumn or early spring bike trips are doable with proper preparation.

Pack Warm Layers (Even in Summer)

No matter when you go, temperatures can fluctuate wildly in Ladakh's high mountain terrain. Pack plenty of insulating layers to put on or shed as needed. Essentials include:

Thermal base layers

Fleece mid-layers

Puffy down jacket

Windproof and waterproof outer shell

Neck gaiter or balaclava

Warm gloves

Wool socks

Wear breathable synthetics that wick moisture away from your skin. Bring clothes you can layer up or down modularly. Carry extra socks to swap out if your feet get wet. And don't forget sun protection like hats, sunglasses, and SPF lip balm for the high altitude. 

Prepare for Rain or Snow

While summer is predominantly dry in Ladakh, you may encounter unexpected rainfall, hail, or snow even during this season. Monsoon rains tend to arrive in July and August as well.

Pack quality rain gear like waterproof riding jackets and pants. Bring waterproof overboots to slip on over your shoes. A rain cover for your backpack is a good idea too. If snow is in the forecast, consider swapping your bike for an enclosed vehicle. Better safe than sorry. 

Get a bike rental in Leh

For biking in Ladakh, you'll need a specially outfitted motorcycle suitable for the region's challenging roads. Save yourself the hassle of transporting your own bike to Ladakh. Instead, rent locally once you arrive.

Leh, Ladakh's main city, has plenty of bike rental shops to choose from. For a quality rental, visit Rentnhop bike rental in Leh. They offer new and well-maintained Royal Enfield Classics 350cc and 500cc. Options for bike on rent in Ladakh include:

Bike only

Bike with camping equipment

Bike with camping equipment and safety accessories

Bike with camping equipment, accessories, and mechanic backup

Rentnhop delivers and picks up bikes from your hotel in Leh. No deposit is required. Choose supplementary gear like helmets, padded riding jackets, knee guards, luggage carriers, petrol cans, and mobile chargers.

Check Road and Weather Conditions

Once in Leh, talk to locals and fellow travelers about current road and weather conditions on your planned route. Check for any temporary road closures due to damage or snow. Confirm whether mountain passes are open before attempting to cross.

For up-to-date information, consult government resources like the Leh Traffic Police or the State Disaster Response Force Control Room. Connect with knowledgeable bike rental shops like Rentnhop as well.

Adjust Your Riding Style and Pace

Riding in rainy, snowy, or cold conditions requires adjustment. Slow down and allow extra stopping distance on slick roads. Stay vigilant for changing traction. Add more days to your itinerary in case bad weather causes delays.

Wind chill at high speeds can be extreme, so moderate your pace. Take more frequent breaks to warm up. Hydrate and fuel often to keep your energy and body temperature up. Don't push yourself to unhealthy extremes. Riding in poor weather demands more caution.

Have Backup Plans

When biking in uncertain conditions, build contingencies into your trip. Carry emergency supplies like food, water, medications, tools, spare tires, and batteries. Maintain your bike diligently and repair issues immediately.

Identify bailout points along your route where you can take public transport if needed. Keep emergency taxi numbers handy. Consider paying extra for bikes with mechanical backup from companies like Rentnhop in case of breakdowns.

And if the weather just gets too gnarly, be willing to alter your plans. Maybe take that mountain pass by bus instead of bike on rent in Ladakh. Spend an extra rest day in town waiting out a snowstorm. Or cut a remote section short to get somewhere warmer. Flexibility pays off.

Embrace the Adventure

Biking through Ladakh in rough weather will undoubtedly add challenges. But for some, overcoming those challenges is part of the thrill! Foul weather riding demands grit, readiness, and resilience. Earn serious bragging rights by conquering Ladakh on two wheels, rain or shine.

Conclusion

With the right preparation and precautions, you can still have an amazing bike trip in Ladakh even in marginal weather. For bike rental in Leh and advice, visit Rentnhop, especially if you want backup support. Feel free to ask me any other Ladakh riding questions in the comments. Keep warm, ride safe, and enjoy the adventure.