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Will the Bullet 650's engine character be anything like the iconic thump of the 350?
07 January 2025 11:46
It's never going to have the thump of the 350. That's just physics. The parallel twin is gonna be smoother, and less characterful.
Will the Bullet 650's engine character be anything like the iconic thump of the 350?
07 January 2025 11:46
They'll tune it a bit more characterful than the Interceptor I reckon. Perhaps a louder exhaust and some engineered vibration to make it feel Bullet like.
Will the Bullet 650's engine character be anything like the iconic thump of the 350?
07 January 2025 11:46
Sad to lose the thump, but extra power and smoothness of the 650 will more than make up for it on long rides.
Will the Bullet 650's engine character be anything like the iconic thump of the 350?
07 January 2025 11:46
A 650 single would be what they should do. Add more power, keep the thump. Best of both worlds.
Will the Bullet 650's engine character be anything like the iconic thump of the 350?
07 January 2025 11:46
A Bullet that doesn’t shake my fillings loose, I’m excited for that. The 350 was cool, but after long trips that vibration was old.
Will the Bullet 650's engine character be anything like the iconic thump of the 350?
07 January 2025 11:46
Without that distinctive sound, it’s gonna be weird hearing a Bullet. It's a half of the bike's personality.
Will the Bullet 650's engine character be anything like the iconic thump of the 350?
07 January 2025 11:46
They might have some clever engineering that will make it sound unique. It’s possible, Triumph did it with the Bobber.
Is the Bullet 350 ES hype all about the 'thump'?
07 January 2025 11:28
Absolutely! It’s not going to be as thumpy as the old cast iron engines, but it’s still there, and it’s glorious. You don’t beat that feeling when you fire up a Bullet and you hear that distinctive rumble.
Is the Bullet 350 ES hype all about the 'thump'?
07 January 2025 11:28
I think the hype about thump is overrated, honestly. The new Bullet 350 ES sounds decent, it’s not the earth shattering roar people make it out to be. It’s better to concentrate on the bike’s overall performance and comfort.
Is the Bullet 350 ES hype all about the 'thump'?
07 January 2025 11:28
It's a mixed bag. Emissions tame the stock exhaust, but it’s easy enough to get that classic thump back. You just have to be ready to receive some dirty looks from your neighbors!
Is the Bullet 350 ES hype all about the 'thump'?
07 January 2025 11:28
It’s nice to get the thump, but it’s not everything. The old ones ride smoother and are more reliable than the new Bullet 350 ES. That’s something I’d take over a louder exhaust any day.
Is the Bullet 350 ES hype all about the 'thump'?
07 January 2025 11:28
From a long time Bullet owner, I can say the thump is still there, but more refined. Well, it’s like saying a gentleman’s cough is like a caveman’s roar – both have their own charm.
Will the Himalayan 450's less expensive price tag and slightly lower feature set cannibalize sales from the Bear 650's more premium features?
07 January 2025 11:14
No, they go after different riders. If you’re a serious off road enthusiast, the Himalayan 450 is for you, however, if you are more the urban rider who occasionally takes trails, the Bear 650 is for you.
Will the Himalayan 450's less expensive price tag and slightly lower feature set cannibalize sales from the Bear 650's more premium features?
07 January 2025 11:14
So I think there will be some cannibalization. If the price difference isn’t great, many will be tempted to buy the bigger engine.
Will the Himalayan 450's less expensive price tag and slightly lower feature set cannibalize sales from the Bear 650's more premium features?
07 January 2025 11:14
RE knows what they're doing. However, it’s likely that the Bear 650 is going to be priced much higher, keeping things very separate.
Will the Himalayan 450's less expensive price tag and slightly lower feature set cannibalize sales from the Bear 650's more premium features?
07 January 2025 11:14
I am actually confused now as someone in the market for an ADV bike. For my mostly on-road use, the Bear 650 seems more attractive.
Will the Himalayan 450's less expensive price tag and slightly lower feature set cannibalize sales from the Bear 650's more premium features?
07 January 2025 11:14
The Himalayan 450 has an edge in true off road capability. It will still be preferred by real adventure riders over the heavier Bear 650.
Will the Himalayan 450's less expensive price tag and slightly lower feature set cannibalize sales from the Bear 650's more premium features?
07 January 2025 11:14
I think RE is smart to provide options. Not everyone needs a full ADV bike like the Himalayan, but they still desire something that looks rugged.
Will the Himalayan 450's less expensive price tag and slightly lower feature set cannibalize sales from the Bear 650's more premium features?
07 January 2025 11:14
Marketing is going to be the difference. RE can coexist without too much overlap if they position these bikes correctly.
How does the Z500's real world fuel consumption compare to what Kawasaki says?
07 January 2025 10:41
On my daily commute, I’m averaging about 65 mpg, and that’s pretty close to what Kawasaki claims. For a 500cc bike with decent power, not bad!
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