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Is the Machismo 350 cult following justified, or just nostalgia fuelled?
13 January 2025 06:40
This is justified, but not for the reasons most fans would think. Performance and reliability aren't the issue – it's the Machismo capturing a point of time in motorcycling history.
Is the Machismo 350 cult following justified, or just nostalgia fuelled?
13 January 2025 06:40
I don't get the hype as a younger rider. I've ridden a Machismo and it just seems like an old slow bike to me. I think it's definitely nostalgic for older riders.
Is the Machismo 350 cult following justified, or just nostalgia fuelled?
13 January 2025 06:40
It’s not about the specs of the bike, it’s about the cult following of the overall experience. There’s something to the Machismo that modern bikes lack, and it’s something worth celebrating.
Is the Machismo 350 cult following justified, or just nostalgia fuelled?
13 January 2025 06:40
It's a bit of both. While the Machismo was genuinely a step forward for RE, its legendary status has definitely been blown up by nostalgia.
Is the Royal Enfield Machismo 350 really the best handling Bullet that Royal Enfield ever made?
13 January 2025 06:40
Absolutely! I've ridden the Machismo and standard Bullets and the Machismo feels much more nimble. It makes a huge difference in tight turns because of its lighter weight.
Is the Royal Enfield Machismo 350 really the best handling Bullet that Royal Enfield ever made?
13 January 2025 06:40
It’s good, but claiming it’s the best handling is a stretch. With their updated chassis design, Modern RE models like the Continental GT handle a lot better.
Is the Royal Enfield Machismo 350 really the best handling Bullet that Royal Enfield ever made?
13 January 2025 06:40
For its time the handling was great, but come on, today it’s still a heavy, slow turning bike. This one has the strongest of nostalgia goggles.
Is the Royal Enfield Machismo 350 really the best handling Bullet that Royal Enfield ever made?
13 January 2025 06:40
I’d call it the best handling classic Bullet. It’s really flickable for the frame geometry. But compared to non-Bullets? Not even close.
Is the Royal Enfield Machismo 350 really the best handling Bullet that Royal Enfield ever made?
13 January 2025 06:40
Sweet handling as an owner I can confirm. But the best ever is always subjective. That depends on what kind of riding you do, and what you’re used to.
Is the Royal Enfield Machismo 350 really the best handling Bullet that Royal Enfield ever made?
13 January 2025 06:40
The Machismo definitely goes down better than other Bullets of its era, but that's not saying much. It will be run circles by any modern 150cc bike.
Is the Royal Enfield Machismo 350 really the best handling Bullet that Royal Enfield ever made?
13 January 2025 06:40
It's all relative. Yeah, it handles great for a Bullet. Don’t pretend it’s some kind of sportbike though. At heart, it’s still a heavy, long wheelbase cruiser.
Did the AVL lean burn engine in the Machismo 350 really solve Royal Enfield's reliability problems?
13 January 2025 06:40
It was a definite improvement, but 'solved' is a strong word. My old cast iron Bullet had fewer problems than my Machismo, but my Machismo still had a few.
Did the AVL lean burn engine in the Machismo 350 really solve Royal Enfield's reliability problems?
13 January 2025 06:40
AVL was a game changer. It started easier, ran smoother and I had way fewer breakdowns. It’s not perfect, but it’s a hell of a lot better than the old engine.
Did the AVL lean burn engine in the Machismo 350 really solve Royal Enfield's reliability problems?
13 January 2025 06:40
Solved? Haha, good one. It was like putting a band aid on a broken arm. It was sure a bit, but RE's real reliability improvements came much later.
Did the AVL lean burn engine in the Machismo 350 really solve Royal Enfield's reliability problems?
13 January 2025 06:40
I worked on the AVL engine as a mechanic and I can tell you it was easier to work on and more reliable. It’s still a Royal Enfield, so expect some issues, but let’s be real.
Did the AVL lean burn engine in the Machismo 350 really solve Royal Enfield's reliability problems?
13 January 2025 06:40
People exaggerate the reliability problems of old Bullets I think. The AVL engine was nice, but a cast iron engine running on 2 cycle gas oil could be just as reliable.
Did the AVL lean burn engine in the Machismo 350 really solve Royal Enfield's reliability problems?
13 January 2025 06:40
While it was a step in the right direction, to call that a solution is a stretch. Like its predecessors, it still had oil leaks and electrical gremlins.
Did the AVL lean burn engine in the Machismo 350 really solve Royal Enfield's reliability problems?
13 January 2025 06:40
The AVL engine is more marketing than a real fix. The improvements there were minimal, but it got people talking about RE improving.
Was the Machismo 350 a half baked attempt at modernization or ahead of its time?
13 January 2025 06:40
No doubt it was ahead of its time. RE's modern lineup is the Machismo. We might not have bikes like the Himalayan or the 650 twins today, without it.
Was the Machismo 350 a half baked attempt at modernization or ahead of its time?
13 January 2025 06:40
Half-baked for sure. RE couldn't make up their mind if they wanted to be modern or retro, so they made this weird in between bike that wasn't good at either.
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