I purchased a Gixxer SF Fi SP again in November 2017 and have riden 32,000km. I primarily used it for workplace commutes and occasional weekend rides. I now really feel it is dated, the tyres are worn and {the electrical} cables should be changed because of put on and tear. I just like the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 for its modern-day traditional look, however I additionally just like the BMW G 310 RR and the Suzuki Gixxer SF 250. Which one ought to I’m going for? Other strategies are welcome.

Mihir Panchal, through e-mail

Autocar India says: Considering that you’ll proceed utilizing the bike as a each day, with occasional weekend rides, the Hunter and Gixxer SF 250 will each be simpler to stay with and reasonably priced.

Bear in thoughts that the Hunter has a agency rear suspension and a heavy clutch, so when you spend loads of time on unhealthy roads or in heavy visitors, these two factors can turn into painful. If you might be contemplating the Hunter, check out the Classic 350 as effectively. It has the identical engine, however it’s rather more comfy to experience and likewise extra fulfilling when you like driving at a sedate tempo.

As for the Gixxer SF 250, it will likely be an enormous step up out of your present 150, and in case you are pleased with the Suzuki possession expertise, it’s best to undoubtedly take into account it. Bear in thoughts that the driving place will really feel a little bit extra dedicated and fewer comfy than your first-gen SF. If consolation is a precedence and also you don’t thoughts a tall seat, take a look at the V-Strom SX 250 as effectively.

The BMW G 310 RR is a way more highly effective and dynamic motorbike than the opposite two and it additionally prices a complete lot extra – each to purchase and keep. If you might be tempted by the BMW badge, there isn’t a different possibility, however when you like the concept of the bike itself, take a look at the TVS Apache RR 310. It is precisely the identical beneath, however has extra options, higher tyres and comes at a cheaper price. In that phase, nonetheless, the KTM RC 390 is our present decide.

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