Having a Royal Enfield Bullet 250 is often not just a motorcycle, it’s a hobby by itself. The bike's older design and mechanical simplicity allow many maintenance tasks to be done by owners (and some find this very satisfying). But this same characteristic also makes frequent maintenance necessary and sometimes leads to reliability problems. They say working on the bike strengthens the bond between rider and machine, and that the skills gained are useful. However, critics say that modern bikes are a much more hassle free ownership experience, and point to the time and money spent on constant upkeep. At the heart of this debate are broader themes including the value of mechanical skills in this age of electronic systems, the satisfaction that comes with DIY maintenance versus ease of modern engineering, and more importantly, is all the extra effort worth it to experience the unique motor (and bike) that is the Bullet 250.