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Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021 vs. Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

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Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021 compared to Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021
Honda CB500 Hornet 2024
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021
Honda CB500 Hornet 2024
Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore72 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke85.8 mmStroke66.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power20.2 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,100 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpm
TorqueTorque27 NmTorque43 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.5 Compression Ratio10.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesOHVValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement349 ccmDisplacement471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter296 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
BrandBrandBybreBrandNissin

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter270 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width140 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,140 mmLength2,080 mm
WidthWidth845 mmWidth800 mm
HeightHeight1,140 mmHeight1,060 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,400 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height765 mmSeat Height785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)191 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)188 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity17.1 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Whether as a beginner's bike or a second bike, the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 offers a hell of a lot of motorbike at a more than fair price. But one thing is clear: if you are looking for lap times or home track records, you should get another motorbike. Everyone else is guaranteed not to go wrong with the attractively designed Meteor 350. It's a great bike that could well become a blockbuster without any real competition on the market!

Unbeatable price

engine hugs the throttle well

turn-by-turn navigation

good ergonomics for big and small

highly customisable

coherent concept

chassis and brakes fit

big enough for two

good lean angle clearance

beginner-friendly.

Workmanship and material appearance occasionally at a low level

headlights with low luminous efficacy

engine power somewhat weak for motorway journeys.

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

The Honda CB500 Hornet proves to be a mature and well-balanced naked bike that is an excellent choice in the A2 class.

Smooth but really sufficient engine power

good revvvy even at low engine speeds

precise and smooth clutch and gearstick

vibration-free riding performance

stable and pleasant chassis damping

excellent turning-in behaviour

powerful brakes with double disk front brakes

high build quality

clear and informative display

good handling and agility, user-friendly electronic Advanced Rider Assistance Systems

comfortable seating position

good balance between riding pleasure and safety.

higher weight compared to some competitors could be annoying for very light riders

suspension can be overloaded with a sporty riding style or higher rider weight

possibly less comfortable for taller riders

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball vs Honda CB500 Hornet

Price Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball

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Price Honda CB500 Hornet

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