Many aftermarket bike modification houses try their hand at established products to show them in a different light
In this post, we take a look at a rather unique custom Royal Enfield Hunter 350. The Indian two-wheeler industry has been undergoing a subtle transformation in recent weeks due to downsizing. Motorcycle companies have started introducing a <350cc engine in their prominent models to reap the benefits of lower tax (18% instead of 40%) on engines with a capacity below 350cc. Therefore, the segments around this are witnessing a slight reshuffling. For now, we glance at the uniquely modified Hunter 350.
Custom Royal Enfield Hunter 350
This intriguing customization has been performed by Kunwar Custom to make the regular Hunter 350 look like a sci-fi project. The exterior bears bold and prominent alterations to ensure a unique road presence. Some of the top attractions in this motorcycle include a traditional RE retro design, consisting of a round headlight, a single seat, a flat handlebar, and a sculpted fuel tank. In essence, the bike now carries a cafe racer vibe with an extreme front end. There are other changes to the standard model, too.
The front fascia contains aggressive-looking laser lights covered within a racing cowl. Also, the wheels of the bike are replaced with lightweight new-generation KTM rims with a disc brake setup, there are Apollo sticky road tyres, with the front at 110/17 and the rear at 150/17, which is wider than the standard Hunter setup, the slim traditional front forks are replaced with KTM’s Apex suspension with rebound and compression settings, the rear forks are also replaced with a monoshock, which is mounted on a stiffer custom-made chassis, you get superbike-level features such as a hydraulic clutch, low-mounted clip-on handlebars, and a German Motogadget speedometer console.
Riding Impressions
The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is already among the most practical and approachable motorcycles in the brand’s lineup. It is light, easy to ride in the city and comfortable enough for short weekend rides. However, this custom-built version completely changes the character of the bike. The moment you throw a leg over it, you realise this is not designed to be sensible, it is built to feel sharp, raw and engaging. Thanks to the significant weight reduction, the motorcycle feels incredibly nimble and eager to change directions.
The stiff suspension setup and low clip-on handlebars ensure you feel every undulation on the road, which gives fantastic feedback and makes the bike feel alive in corners. But that same setup also becomes tiring very quickly on public roads. This is more of an emotional purchase than a logical one. If you want a unique cafe racer to admire and occasionally ride, it makes perfect sense. Otherwise, the stock Hunter remains the far more practical everyday motorcycle.
Editor’s Note
Yatharth Chauhan, Managing Editor
Having followed the custom motorcycle culture in India for years, I believe the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is an ideal canvas for builders because of its lightweight nature and simple mechanical setup. What stands out to me about this project is how dramatically it transforms the personality of the stock motorcycle without losing the essence of a classic café racer. At the same time, it also highlights the growing maturity of India’s aftermarket modification scene, where builders are now focusing as much on riding dynamics as visual appeal. In my view, while such custom bikes may not suit everyday practicality, they perfectly capture the emotional side of motorcycling which enthusiasts truly appreciate.
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