You guys are probably the first to pit these two against each other and this absolutely makes more sense than anything else! Great review as always!

Royal Enfield is a nice-looking simple bike. I don't want to deal with a radiator, water pump, and fan etc. Simplicity is the best for me.

BTW, Royal Enfield was the best thing that ever happened to Triumph. Around here, Triumph can't keep these little 400 bikes in stock they sell so fast.

Here in Brazil we have both, but the speed 400 is 50% more expensive than the hunter, so they don’t compete with each other.

Great to see you broadcasting together. It flows well.

This Speed 400 owner is frankly IN LOVE with his Triumph! I live in Southern California, near Malibu, and have been derply enjoying riding the tightly curved Decker and Latigo Canyon roads, but also the long sweepers on Mulholland Highway. As mentioned in the video, the Speed 400 is ideally designed and calibrated for such riding. From my perspective, that of veteran rider, nearly 60, the Speed 400 is as close to riding perfection I have encountered.

14:48 this whole sequence was quite funny, and quite informative. love the fact you’re both just genuinely trying to figure out the difference in the seating position whilst doing this funny back and forth

I have a Triumph Speed Twin 1200, which I love, but I like to keep her clean, so don't take her out if the roads are dirty, because frankly she is a pain to clean. I recently purchased a Hunter as a second bike. She does not get dirty, as the great mudguards keep the crud of the engine. She is blacked out, so much easier to clean, a quick wipe or a light spray is sufficient. This means I'm able to ride when the weather has been bad without worrying about getting her dirty. Yes the Triumph 400, is probably a better bike, but because of the design, I wouldn't want to ride her on dirty roads, for reasons given earlier, consequently less riding time. The Hunter for a back road Bimbler is certainly a good choice, and very importantly for me, easy to live with.

The Triumph is a much better bike all round. Performance, weight, comfort, looks, finish, reliabiity, servicing, resale value and best of all more fun.

Great video, if i was after a 2nd bike id go for the RE but if i could only have 1 bike then it would have to be the triumph.

I liked my Hunter and I rode it all around, it just lacked a bit of power, especially up hills. I traded up to a Speed 400. The seat on the Speed 400 is not as comfortable as the Hunter and I can’t get used to the buzziness in the bars, on longer rides my hand goes numb. Otherwise, the power the Hunter lacked is definitely apparent in the Speed 400. Also, I miss the center stand, especially when maintaining the chain. Lately on the Speed 400 (only 2800 miles) my check engine light is on and it always takes me turning the ignition key on / off to get it started. Talked to dealer / mechanic - they said it’s a known issue since 2023. Something to do with the chip in the ignition key not communicating with the immobilizer unit. To keep enjoy riding until Triumph creates an update to the firmware. Never had an issue with the little Hunter.

I had a Hunter and put 3,000 miles in it in 8 months. I loved that bike. Loved it. But I couldn't go faster than 70mph and couldn't get on the freeway. I would take side streets to get anywhere. So, heartbreakingly I sold it and upgraded to a Bonneville. Which has the same basic style and size dimensions and riding position. Love this new bike and can take it anywhere now. I've put more than 2,000 miles on it in the last two months. The 350 single was a great starter bike, but it was time to grow up.

Rode both of these recently, and believe it or not , the triumph with that bit more power was encouraging me to ride in away ive been trying to get away from. Where the hunter was just perfect, out of those 2 i would go hunter , but i recently bought the Meteor 350 in Aurora Green, and over the years i have come to understand that the best bike is the bike that puts a smile on your face and makes you feel awsome , which doesn't involve anyone else's opinion 😎 good review guys as always 😎😎😎

I know looks are subjective but I have no idea how you could find the Hunter better looking than the Speed 400 but each to their own I guess. It has to be remembered that Royal Enfield prices have come down but even at £1000 difference I think the Triumph beats the Hunter on looks, performance and looks a more premium product with better components which all adds up to a more complete package.

I don't think it's a case of one beating the other, because they are different enough they don't really compete. The RE is relaxed and easy, but struggles to get much over 60 (or did with fat old me on it). The Triumph is desperate to get up to speed, but is a twitchier modern ride. With the price difference too, I can't see many punters seriously weighing one against the other.

For me, the choice is dead easy: Triumph. Cheaper, 2x as long service intervals and hece half the service costs, double the performance. Nicer engine sound, much better suspension... if I hadn't already ordered a Guzzi when I tested the Triumph, I might have bought it on the spot!

RE is launching Guerilla 450 based on liquid cooled sherpa engine used in Himalayan in August ! That would definitely beat Triumph in looks and performance !

I’d go for the triumph, more power to cope with modern traffic

Thanks guys. An excellent video that nobody else really wanted to make 😊. Some very good points raised, and a lot of these echoed in the excellent comments.

Exactly the comparison I was looking for. Thanks, lads!

Id go with the triumph of these two. That said i give RE the most respect as they woke many manufacturers including Triumph up to the fact that sub 600cc can sell like hot cakes

That was a good idea, a very useful comparison.

Great comparison VDO, lads 👍

A single cylinder is the best ❤❤

You two are the voice of reason and common sense. I loved that review!

You both make watching YT videos fun! Thanks for the side by side. New rider here and I bought a classic 350 because of you. Considered bothe the Hunter and the Meteor, but went for the looks and comfort of the Classic! I love love love it!. Wanted a little more speed and picked up the SM 650. Cost effective and so fun to have both bikes for different types of rides Thanks! Keep these coming!

The Triumph is a more modern take on a classic theme. The Royal Enfield carries more of a traditional take with careful updates. I chose the Speed 400, it's just better allround!

Hello guys, well done for covering this, I'm sure this is one comparison fans of either bike won't want to miss. Really enjoyed hearing your thoughts and top job all-round as always!

Like to see the RE Scram 411 alongside the Triumph Scrambler 400x.. thats what I'd be looking at if i wanted this engine sized bike, i think thats more of a interesting comparison

Great Vid again, I really like your content generally, but when you are reviewing together i feel you get a more nuanced review! Great Job!

Good comparison 👍and please keep the vintage bike rides coming - really enjoyed that

Triumph for me. With any luck I will be able to look at both the Speed and Scrambler today.

I love my Royal Enfield ! Great for a beginner I feel super comfortable

Hi, I find it better now that you're working together. The content is a winner . Good luck. 😎👍🏻

Loved this one guys. Good back and forth and great small capacity bikes. My cuppa tea for sure!

Meteor 350s are currently discounted to 2999+OTR, Hunters can't be far off. I agree with the Old Man that the Royal Enfield is the better deal, at 5k the Triumph is more than halfway towards a Honda 500, or Benelli or CFMoto 450 etc, all of which are substantially more of a bike.

Couldn’t resist the price tag of $3.5K and got the Speed back in September 2023 as my second bike.. Can’t be happier about it.. Speed is the better looking of the two to my eyes..

Both are lovely bikes, I agree the styling of the Royal Enfield is better ❤

The 350 with its 20HP reminds me a lot of my Suzuki TU250X, with its 16 HP, but weighing 100 lbs less than the RE. From the reviews, the performance of the two seems to be pretty similar . For me, on US streets and secondary roads, it was just too slow, making me feel unsafe.. My Speed 400 is hardly a rocket ship, but it can easily pull away from cars at stop lights and get up to 60mph quickly enough giving you that extra margin of safety. Drivers in the US these days are always in a hurry (and distracted), and you need that acceleration to "keep you in the game". I can't stand constantly being passed while on my motorcycle. As for looks, while the Classic is very cool, the Triumph is certainly no slouch. I've gotten tons of compliments on mine, which has the red/gray tank.

The triumph is more what younger riders will go mad for I think. It's kind of what the Japanese were doing in the 80s, a fast nimble mid size bike. They're both great for what they are but I think the Triumph has it here. Great comparison.

I really appreciate your way of making videos, it's like watching wine tasting or something :D

RE all the way for me. They are just fun and relaxing rides. 👍

Very interesting. As always. Tough decision. I own a classic 350 and I love it. I like the Triumph but tbh, if I was going to buy a second bike, I'd want something larger. I'm hanging on for the Classic 650. Love the show. Keep it up. Oh! And the old man's spiffy boots were great! Got my wife's attention anyway. 😂

Older rider here and now that they put radiators on bikes I’ll never get an air cooled bike again. Summer heat is enough without the engine heat radiating up on me. Both look great. Great review.

Great review, I agree the Hunter is better in looks but it's the Triumph Speed 400 that I like more mainly due to better engine performance, more suited for the riding I would do. Here in New Zealand the price difference is only $405 NZ.

Enfield looks, Triumph power... jobs a goodun... in the end I went for the Triumph Scrambler... being a lanky 6 footer the Scrambler fitted me. better... the lack of power of the Enfield was the deal breaker... At least with the Triumph, power is on tap for the odd motorway/A road excursion... Ride safe lads...😎👍

Have a RE Classic 350. Did the cam, decat, DNA air cleaner, 16 tooth sprocket and Fuel X lite. Improved performance dramatically and still has the classic looks. If I want to go fast, I'll ride my Triumph T120. So I'd pass on the Triumph 400...

Great comparison guys! Both of these bikes were on my list. I chose the Speed 400, in my area I need the extra power. Plus I actually love the looks. Funny that both of those colors were my choice. 🤙🤙

Big fan of RE but its really hard to recommend RE after riding the speed 400 personally. What a great bike it is and they are selling really well here in India. Im thinking of getting one for myself now after i had a test ride a month back.

I own a Speed 400 from past 10 months. Now both these bikes are way too much different. Speed 400 is a Hoonigan, and have Heart like Sports Naked bike. Speed 400 carries lot of quality. Hunter 350 is just a cost cutted classic 350 thats it.

I purchased the hunter after selling my Suzuki M50 cruiser. I wanted something small, playful, and cheap. Its hard to beat the price on these for what you get. More importantly, it is simple to work on and my goal was to mess with it and make it faster. It has all the right touches of modern, but feels like working on the 80's bikes I started on. I dont regret the decision. Its plenty fast for commuting on non highway roads, and it sounds fantastic. Fuel X smooths out the throttle, DNA gives it grunt, and once i get the cam and remove the cat, it will be a ruckus little bike. Sure, in the end I may spend more than just having picked up the triumph, but the fun along the way, and experiencing the transformation is priceless.

Yes, the Hunter speedometer is off-centered to make way for the tripper navigation which can be purchased as an optional extra.

Nice.. love the loose father son talk in the end like a conclusion. Good shit boys!🤜🤛✌️

Triumph may be the choice in the UK but in India and far east price is king so RE will take the mass market.

Great video guys 👍

Love the speed 400 it’s a great bike

I know it's a strange reason but it has to be the Enfield because I won't consider any bike without a proper front mudguard. Styling over practicality again

Looks like a bonneville? It's definitely a compliment in my opinion. I agree that the dial design goes to Royal Enfield and both dials should be centered. By the looks of the front forks and muffler Triumph wins those two categories. I like the front turn signals on the Enfield, but I like the look of the Triumph larger headlight better. If I had to choose a test ride of both would definitely be required....and fun😁

If it were my only bike, I'd go for the Triumph, it can handle highway speeds more comfortably and is generally more spirited to ride. If I were buying a second "around town" bike, then I'd pick the RE, as the power difference doesn't matter much at low speeds, and the RE has a lot of charm.

I am looking forward to the day you guys get your hands on the new 2024 Husqvarna 401. It took my breath away, literally. Adjustable suspension, really good electronics, looks gorgeous, rowdy engine. Darcy, you seriously need to take it for a spin.

Hmm, at 5'8" with a 31 & 5/16ths" inside leg (thankfully both sides), I can see that Triumph making a nimble little 'cafe racer'- with 40bhp on tap, it's Shirley Worth an alloy tank, rear-sets & short bars - just to blow the nose-bag off Enfield's rather 'Dobbin' GT's AND have lots of fun without necessarily throwing your license straight through the nearest judicial shredder. Maybe I'm just an old hooligan eh? : )

Regarding the offset Speedo on the Hunter, if you don’t want a Tripper nav pod, Hitchcocks sell a rev counter that fits in its place.

Both are excellent and refreshing to see new models of smaller capacity bikes. Waiting to see if Honda take the bait and a reincarnated CB400 four comes available.

The Triumph is cheaper than the RE in Switzerland... 😅

Before these Triumph 400s came out I used to toy with the idea of getting a Hunter to customize into a scrambler. With the Triumph Scrambler 400 just being about 1500 dollars more it wouldn’t make sense to dump so much money into a hunter vs just getting the scrambler

I don't drive very fast, but I try to drive safely. And safe driving includes fast overtaking - long overtaking means more risk...so of these two laps I'd definitely pick the triumph

Great review, really worked well with you both doing it, being able to have a conversation about the bikes between you helped the review. For these two I would pick the Triumph, I actually think as a town bike the RE 350’s don’t work as they do not have the power to get away from traffic so again the Triumph for me. However if this comparison was Triumph with the Classic, I would pick the Classic as for me the looks are what appeal to me and I would use it for country lane bimbling and the power wouldn’t matter.😊

I think there's two different markets here. Firstly, the first classic/retro style aircooled motorcycle that draws the nostalgia in the older biker community and a great little Sunday rider that more likely has full licence. Secondly, the A2 licence biker looking for a modern classic bike that can keep up with traffic on motorways and commute back and forth to work and has that extra BHP/torque to give you that excitement around the twisties.

I’d just keep the Hunter as a second bike just for the city. Just can’t ignore how gorgeous it looks. For 4 grand idc how much power it has at that point

I do love my Hunter. Upgraded suspension front and rear. DNA filter and cover. Mini crash guard and flyscreen. Mandatory Quadlock on the bars. Great little commuter. Some decent tires next. Thanks chaps.

I am biased, but one of the guys at work showed me the electrical wiring harness of the Hunter 350. It was an absolute dog's dinner of a job. They're nice on the outside, but RE's often show where they've cut some corners underneath.

I think it's better engine, technology, comfort, quality vs better design. Triumph feels like an all-rounder.

Once again, if you can afford the triumph go with that. The service intervals alone tell you the quality difference. 16,000kms vs 5000kms, it’s not even close! I have a T100 2021 and an Interceptor 650. 9,500kms in and the interceptor 650 has blown its gearbox (spacer between gears broke, went around the gearbox and damaged everything). 8 months wait for parts to come and repair to be done. Totally have lost faith in the brand. Also I have ridden the hunter. It is fun as all motorcycles are but completely runs out of legs on the motorway (above 100kph/60mph) which can feel a bit dangerous. I disagree that the Triumph is less suited for city riding. It’s completely suited and at 179kg vs 181kg, the triumph is lighter!

For me its the Trumpy all day every day. The added performance, better handling and for me i prefer the looks. The rad doesnt bother me. The Trumpy looks more playful, more modern, but still has a nice throwback. I would enjoy the RE for just cruising around a beach road on a sunny day. Every other day, I want something you can grab by the scruff of the neck, and the bike asks for more.

Still yet to try the speed, rode the 400x last week on demo and loved it other than the clutch lever and handlebar angle killed my arthritic thumb, hopefully speed rectifies this , went off Enfields after sitting on them, just find them very heavy for what they are although i like the looks.

I haven't tried the Triumph yet but had a Hntr out for a test tide. I see you're Enfield had a loose rear view mirror, so did mine! 😄.... The lack of performance would put me off the Enfield also it felt small to me and too twitchy somehow. Great value though both of these!

I fell for the Hunter's looks and that hasn't changed with the emergence of the triumph single. Whilst 40hp is enticing, for me the deal breaker is the Hunter's long stroke engine with it's low down torque and ability to plod along happily and comfortably at the lowest of speeds, ideal for exploring the smallest of lanes whilst enjoying one's surroundings. Having fallen in love with the Hunter, I don't mind spending some money on any mods that make the bike happier than Euro regs would otherwise allow: DNA wide open air filter with a decat pipe and stumpy 225mm end can from Delkevic have improved manners, performance, and sound tremendously without losing any of that low end grunt which has remained as smooth and accessible as ever. With the engine so much freer, it can even hustle a little. I took a gamble with the non regulation exhaust can but I can now say I'm more than delighted with it. The short 225mm option was the only one that would fit without touching the side luggage racks. I was concerned it would be uncomfortably loud. However, with baffle in, it is loud but not too loud. It's certainly not offensive with normal relaxed riding. Best of all, the can simply amplifies the character of the long stroke single with nothing hooligan about it. (However, the stainless steel exhaust with a near vertical down pipe does change the bike's blacked out and rakish aesthetic somewhat, but nonetheless adds character in a more old world way).

I thought the quadlock vib damper was just going to be marketing spin but was amazed at how well it works.

Nice boots, Ol’ Man

Very happy with my RE Continental GT 650.

I just bought the speed 400 it's fantastic

what stopping me buying is each other,i like both,

Triumph Speed 400 is the better bike for performance-oriented riders who are willing to spend more money. The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is a good option for budget-minded riders who prioritize style and slow-speed handling.I am a huge fan of Royal Enfield but I am not happy with hunder 350 🥴 🖤

Great video!!!! Id pick the Speed 400 right now but the new RE Guerrilla 450 coming out in July will be more of an even match to the Triumph and it will have more authenticity as a actual RE than the Triumph Speed 400 being perceived as a badge engineering job

Great video. You should do rebel 500 against eliminator 500. That would be close I think 👍👍

I will stick to my interceptor and guzzi v7 stone se lol

I always knew the hunter 350 was gonna be a small bike but then here's this man, riding it, he looks like he's riding a Mini Moto

The problem with the Royal Enfield is if you want that style of bike you'd buy the Triumph. That engine better suits the Classic 350, I think most people that want that experience would want that styling and not this one.

People are making a lot about the difference in service intervals for these two bikes, but for a lot of U.K. owners who tend to be older riders who mostly ride in warmer, drier months it’s irrelevant as both bikes will need to be serviced annually and the bikes will be serviced long before milage requirements say. I used to own a HONDA CRF250L which had 8000 mile or 12 month service intervals, guess which always came first?

Im gonna be "that guy" in the comment section who says.. "Nothing beats the classic 350". 😁😁

I'd like R.E. to bring back the 500. I like under-square air-cooled singles but speed limits where I live are 70-85 mph for highways. Another 5 mph would make a difference.

I love them both, even I'm more of the Ol' Man stature. Still eyeballing the 1200x while riding a SuperTénéré!

Love the minimalistic designs from Royal Enfield and these long stroke engines give good thumps

Both are good looking bikes but at 6ft 2in I'd go for the RE Scram 411, especially at the moment when many dealers are selling them off at £3700. I'm tempted as a second bike for Winter use when my Honda CB 1100RS is hibernating.

Thanks in part to your reviews I traded my Hunter for a 2020 V7 Stone. Extremely happy with my choice! I had the Tripper on the Hunter just to balance the looks. Didn’t like the function of the Tripper. The Moto Guzzi also has the speedo offset. A minor annoyance. The Quadlock with vibration damper is HUGE compared to the Peak Design phone mount, and they all come with vibration damping. Why do you care what you look like on it? The best way I can improve my looks is a full face helmet!😂 To me it’s all about the feelings.

SO different engines... Enfield has a long stroke and a small bore (ratio 0.84),, whereas the triumph is a high reving big bore short stroke engine (ratio 1.4). One aircooled with a single overhead cam and 2 valves,, The other water cooled and a dual overhead cam with 4 valves.. Just wished that RE would have given the J series bikes 15 % more power and shaved of 25 pounds on all their bikes.350cc bikes.. A old all metal BMW R27 with its single 250cc cylinder and shaft drive had a curb weight (with a full tank) of 162kg. If the enfield could match the weight of the triumph and have 24hp it would attract more buyers. One norweigan huy moded his classic 350.. A new performance camshaft, and a moded exhaust and airfilter, and his 0-100 time was a lot better... BHP UK is working on a remap of the J series engine.. they will probably release a new clip of the 350cc soon .

Couldn't choose between these. I'd be equally happy with either as a second bike. No shortage of choice thesedays.

Wow how nice to film in the grounds of your own HOME....😉😉😉😄.........

Lovely comparison, maybe the Scram 411 vs. the Scrambler 400x next? 🤔

I do like RE, but between these two, I would go for the Triumph, probably.