Royal Enfield has introduced the Hunter 350 motorcycle in India as a remixed roadster (it looks at lot like a Scrambler) without sacrificing the character typical of a Royal Enfield motorcycle.
Stylish and compact-yet-muscular, the Hunter 350 also reflects functionality and simplistic design ingenuity. Built on the award-winning 350cc J-series platform, combined with a highly flickable Harris Performance chassis, the Hunter delivers agility without fragility on city streets and sheer, grin-inducing pleasure on the open road.
Other than the compact geometry, nimble steering and confident braking, the motorcycle features wider alloys and tubeless tyres. Sharing its 350-cc engine will the Meteor, the Hunter 350 comes in two distinct editions - Retro Hunter and Metro Hunter. Both are finished with on-trend, blacked-out engines and components.
The Retro Hunter runs on 17-inch spoked wheels and has a 300 mm front disc brake combined with a 6-inch rear drum brake, single channel ABS, an uncluttered retro-styled digital-analogue instrument cluster that displays just the right amount of essential information and a choice of two classical, single-colour tanks.
The Metro Hunter has a more contemporary look with dual-colour liveries, cast alloy wheels, wide tubeless tyres, and rounded rear lights. There are five colour-ways across two editions on the Metro Hunter. A selection of three chic tank colour and graphics options on one edition, and the top of the range edition, finished with a choice of three of the most distinctive and disruptive petrol tank designs ever to adorn a Royal Enfield. It is also compatible with Royal Enfield's acclaimed Tripper TBT navigation which is available to order as a Genuine Motorcycle Accessory.
Both Metro editions are equipped with alloy wheels and wider 110/70 x 17-inch front and 140/70 x 17-inch rear tubeless tyres for superior handling and muscular good looks, 300mm front and 270mm rear disc brakes, dual channel ABS, and a handy centre stand. An LED tail lamp and premium digital-analogue instrument cluster that displays odometer, tripmeter, gear indicator, fuel graph bar with low fuel warning, clock and a service reminder complete this stylish package. All Hunter editions feature uncluttered handlebar controls, their rotary power and lighting switches giving a gentle nod to the past, and are fitted with a USB charging port.
The Hunter was conceived and developed by the talented designers and engineers at Royal Enfield’s two state-of-the-art technology centers, in India and the UK, and renowned chassis experts, Harris Performance. Their mission was to deliver an exhilarating ride experience.
The chassis geometry on the Hunter 350 is designed to give the optimal height-to-weight ratio while offering superior comfort, thanks to its wide, long, one-piece seat. With revised rake and trail angles, a lower 800 mm seat height and shorter wheelbase, the Hunter’s exceptional maneuverability encourages greater confidence when carving through cramped streets and feels planted and stable in every location and situation.
The 349-cc air-oil cooled single cylinder engine of the Hunter is fuel-injected and produces 20.2 bhp at 6100 rpm and 27 Nm of torque at 4000 rpm. It ensures a strong, low-end grunt, super smooth linear power delivery with an engine calibration to give a lively throttle response and a distinctive exhaust note. With a primary balancer shaft to cut down vibrations, the engine is tuned to make the motorcycle feels responsive and refined. The gearbox is a 5-speed unit.
B Govindarajan, CEO, Royal Enfield, said, “At Royal Enfield we are closely engaged with our consumers and community. Their desires and aspirations shape the motorcycles we make and we are always looking to create newer experiences and newer formats of pure motorcycling for them. There were always a set of passionate motorcyclists that loved our brand, but did not find the right kind of attitude within our portfolio. The Hunter 350 is for them. It is a motorcycle that combines the strengths of seemingly different species, and brings it together in a super stylish and fun package that is an all-new flavour of pure motorcycling with the unmistakable Royal Enfield character.”
Royal Enfield Sales Crosses 1.2 Million Units In FY2026
- By MT Bureau
- April 01, 2026
Chennai-based mid-sized motorcycle manufacturer Royal Enfield has achieved its highest annual sales to date, surpassing 1.2 million units in the financial year ending 31 March 2026. This marks the second consecutive year the company has exceeded the million-unit threshold.
The company concluded FY2026 with total sales of 1.23 million units, representing a 23 percent increase from FY2025. Domestic sales came at 1.10 million units, up 23 percent YoY, while exports came at 131,316 units, up 23 percent YoY.
Royal Enfield sold 112,334 units last month, an 11 percent rise over the same month last year.
The performance was supported by demand in domestic and international markets and a diverse motorcycle portfolio.
Going forward, Royal Enfield is expanding its manufacturing facility at Cheyyar to support future growth and maintain production efficiency. The company's international strategy includes deepening its presence in markets such as Brazil.
The upcoming financial year will involve the introduction of new platforms and product launches, including the Flying Flea C6. These initiatives coincide with the brand's 125th anniversary.
B Govindarajan, Managing Director, Eicher Motors and CEO, Royal Enfield, said, “Every year at Royal Enfield, we try to raise the bar a little higher than before, and this time was no different. We delivered our second consecutive year of over one million motorcycle sales, crossing 1.2 million units, our highest-ever annual performance. Achieving this milestone as we celebrate 125 years of Pure Motorcycling makes it even more meaningful. But in this landmark moment, we are not pausing to look back, instead we are focused on how we can continue to build motorcycles for the current and next generation of riders while remaining grounded in our ethos. This year we also achieved our best-ever festive season sales and highest-ever volumes across both domestic and international markets. Our international business continues to be a focus area and we are deepening our presence in high-potential markets such as Brazil. Equally important is the strength of our riding community, which continues to grow with our rider engagements and festivals expanding significantly across regions. We are also investing in staying ahead of the curve by expanding our manufacturing facility at Cheyyar, which will support future growth while maintaining our focus on quality and efficiency. As we move into the new financial year and continue our 125th year journey, we remain focused on the future with new product launches, new platforms and the launch of the Flying Flea C6. Our endeavour is simple: to keep growing in a way that stays true to who we are as we build a global motorcycling brand from India.”
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Sells 6.36 Million 2Ws In FY2026
- By MT Bureau
- April 01, 2026
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), a leading two-wheeler manufacturer in the country, has announced its wholesales for FY2026.
The company sold 549,145 units in March 2026, up 29 percent YoY, which includes 512,303 units in domestic market and 36,842 units exported.
For FY2026, wholesales came at 6.36 million units, up 9 percent YoY, which includes 5.74 million units in domestic market and 620,229 units exported.
Honda Motorcycle & Scoter India stated that the year witnessed a balanced performance across domestic and export markets, supported by a strong product portfolio and a consistent focus on quality, reliability and customer satisfaction.
Simple Energy Records Highest Monthly Sales In March 2026
- By MT Bureau
- April 01, 2026
Bengaluru-based electric vehicle manufacturer Simple Energy has reported its highest-ever monthly sales in March 2026.
The company reported registering 1,744 units across India (excluding Telangana) as per VAHAN data, which marks a 128.25 percent MoM growth.
The OEM has now secured a position among the top 10 electric two-wheeler manufacturers in India. Simple Energy said it moved to 9th place in the national rankings, surpassing e-Sprinto.
Bengaluru-based electric two-wheeler company Ola Electric has announced a recovery in business performance, with daily orders exceeding 1,000 units during the final week of March 2026.
The company reported retail sales of 10,117 units in March 2026 (as per VAHAN data), representing a 150 percent increase from the 3,973 units recorded in February.
The demand recovery, the company said, follows a restructuring of its service operations. Ola Electric reported that 80 percent of vehicles are now serviced on the same day. This change is attributed to improved parts availability, faster diagnostics and tighter operational control. These measures were implemented to address previous service challenges and reduce turnaround times.
Furthermore, it has introduced complimentary cab rides in the event of service delays. Assured resale value for all vehicles in the portfolio. An 8-year warranty covering the entire product range.
Interestingly, Ola Electric became the first Indian electric vehicle brand to surpass 1 million cumulative registrations on the VAHAN platform.
“We are seeing a clear inflection in demand, with daily orders scaling steadily through March and accelerating meaningfully in the final weeks. This momentum is being driven by the structural improvements in our service operations, which are now delivering faster turnaround times and a significantly better ownership experience. As customer confidence strengthens, we are seeing stronger conversion across our portfolio, giving us confidence that this recovery will further sustain and scale,” said Ola Electric in a statement.
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