Is the tubeless spoke wheel upgrade on the Classic 350 Bobber worth its higher price?
The new Royal Enfield Classic 350 Bobber also features tubeless spoke wheels which are one of the stand out features of the bike. It's a big upgrade over the standard Classic 350, which rolls on tubed spoke wheels. There are several benefits to tubeless wheels: easier puncture repair; better heat dissipation; and, perhaps, increased fuel efficiency, attributed to lowered rolling resistance. But this upgrade doesn’t come cheap, and that has contributed to the Bobber’s higher price tag than the standard Classic 350. The question is whether this feature, among other styling changes, makes the price difference worth it. While there are some who argue that the extra cost isn’t worth the convenience and safety benefits of tubeless wheels, especially for those who ride frequently or in areas with poor road conditions. Some say the pricing is obscenely high for what amounts to the same bike with a handful of cosmetic alterations and upgraded wheels.
Absolutely worth it. These tubeless wheels are a game changer if you want peace of mind riding on Indian roads.
It’s a nice feature, but I’m not going to pay that much more money for it. You'd probably be able to get aftermarket tubeless wheels for less.
I’ll happily pay extra for tubeless as I’ve had to deal with punctures on tubed tires in the past. It's not only convenient, it's safe.
The tubeless wheels are cool, but we are all buying this for the looks, not the wheels.
I think it is overpriced for what you get. It would be a better value as the standard Classic with some mods.
But it’s not just the wheels. You’re paying for the whole bobber aesthetic package. As such, it’s not a bad deal.
Tubeless is nice, but instead of that, I’d rather they put that money into upgrading the engine or suspension.
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Is the tubeless spoke wheel upgrade on the Classic 350 Bobber worth its higher price?
09 January 2025 09:24
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