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**Stark** · 07-31-2014, 04:25 PM

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Hi guys,

Good day to you all. After trundling around in 100cc mileage bikes, I have decided to take the plunge and buy an RE. Need some help in choosing the right one for me

I would be using the RE mainly for daily commuting (~60 kms a day) and very very rarely on long trips.
30% of the commute is on average roads filled with bumps and another 30% in heavy traffic.
The primary requirement is comfort (no backaches specifically) in the daily commute.
There are no budget constraints and not really worried about mileage either.
I am well built - 85 kgs and 6 foot tall.

Based on some googling, I have eliminated Thunderbird and 500cc versions since the reviews suggest they are not very suitable for daily commuting. I am confused between the 350 cc versions of Bullet/Electra/Classic.

Which one would suit my requirements? Based on my requirements, is there anything specific I need to look for while going on test ride? Please share your suggestions.

Thanks in advance.

**imchaitanya** · 07-31-2014, 05:04 PM

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It's been a reliable machine for me....if you take proper care of it..i wont leave you stranded on road for sure..go with the tbts350.....it's awesome.

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**imchaitanya** · 07-31-2014, 05:06 PM

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A tall man always looks good on the thunderbird...atleast that is what i feel..

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**blackie** · 08-01-2014, 11:16 AM

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Hi all ................. I just login and saw this thread ...I'm really confused in buying RE ...first i was worried that bullet is tough to drive and maintain... until last week i got the chance to ride classic 350 and std 500...both are good machine...... i don't know which one to buy... i am a govt employee, i work at night from evening 5 pm to morning 9 am... yes only 3 days duty ..

and only Saturdays and Sunday (Sat & sun off ) i will be taking the bike to city or for long ride ....so which one is suitable for me classic 350 or std 500..... i like 500 better but am confused.. friends told me that 500 is suitable for long ride and i don't ride long unless if there is need..mileage 35 - 40 is ok for me as im not using daily...... please help in choosing

**pundrick** · 08-01-2014, 01:19 PM

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Originally posted by imchaitanya View Post

A tall man always looks good on the thunderbird...atleast that is what i feel..

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This color on TB is looking good. How did you do it.

**imchaitanya** · 08-01-2014, 01:32 PM

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Buddy...i met an accident....the color originally was twilight..after that accident i had to re-color it....so i decided to go for yellow and black.....i am glad you like it..

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**pundrick** · 08-01-2014, 01:55 PM

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Originally posted by imchaitanya View Post

Buddy...i met an accident....the color originally was twilight..after that accident i had to re-color it....so i decided to go for yellow and black.....i am glad you like it..

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Glad to see you doing well.

**imchaitanya** · 08-01-2014, 06:57 PM

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Thank you frnds...:-)

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**imchaitanya** · 08-05-2014, 03:40 AM

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Originally posted by TranquilRage

Nice colour ... the yellow of the GT on the TB.

Thank you...

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**Anurag0** · 08-09-2014, 02:17 AM

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Hey everyone,
Help me i am in a big dillema to which bike should i go for Pulsar 220, 200ns or the Bull RE bullet electra 350.
I just can't decide myself had read many reviews about all of them but still can't decide so i wanna hear from the owners of those bikes.
Thanks in advance
I will be visting RE showroom and the bajaj one on monday

**subash** · 08-09-2014, 11:52 AM

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Go for the beast.....

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**imchaitanya** · 08-09-2014, 02:01 PM

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Originally posted by Anurag0 View Post

Hey everyone,
Help me i am in a big dillema to which bike should i go for Pulsar 220, 200ns or the Bull RE bullet electra 350.
I just can't decide myself had read many reviews about all of them but still can't decide so i wanna hear from the owners of those bikes.
Thanks in advance
I will be visting RE showroom and the bajaj one on monday

Hii anurag.....lets make it simple. All three are good bikes, but you should make a decision according to what exactly do you want from these machines. Commuting...touring...etc. Let me know...and then lets make the decision.

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**Anurag0** · 08-09-2014, 02:07 PM

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I will be commuting for about 30-40km in a day. I am not much of a tourer guy

**imchaitanya** · 08-09-2014, 02:25 PM

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Well if you can handle some extra weight....go for the bull. Its worth it. All the best. So which model from the RE stable are you interested in, do get a look and see the reviews of all the models.

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**Vykier** · 08-09-2014, 02:42 PM

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One thing is... heavy or not... A bull is a bull... as in once you know its balance you can literally switch its back, its that good...

Also a bull is a bike that makes a professional out of a novice rider, apart from the classic novelty respect and value. If you own a bull I doubt you'll be saying that you aren't a tourer for too long. That bike will beg you to take her far out.

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