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The thunderbird and the Classic 350 has the same engine, so no comparos on performance wise.

handling part the classic 350 is better. So If I were U, I would go for the classic 350.

If U are so specific on electra 5s, Teknik motors in CMH road has 2 bikes. you can give them a call and check.

As per my understanding, engine is same.. but classic is latest launch.. so better tyres(18")/ better handling, better electricals(All DC), better headlights(55W). And that only in 3 K more over 1 lakhs investment.

just go with your heart dude.. though classic 350 have small advantage. Test ride is the answer to your Quetion.

since u will be travelling for 50kms everyday i wud suggest u buy a CL350 1)The new engine is capable of plying 50kms everyday with least maintainence provided u maintain it regularly 2) U get the retro looks wit a couple of other good technical features. do not go for the Std350 or Electra5s. as u will have to work on the maintainence part more due to ur travelling distance.

The engine is the same for TBTS and CL350 and so are most of the other things
you need to consider your riding comfort. I have a TBTS as I like to ride long (>100 kms on weekends). the riding posture are different for both
CL has a retro feeling and TBTS has more of the cruiser feel
take a test ride of both and choose basing on your comfort

yes in bangalore thunderbird comes at on road price of 1.09lks and classic350 comes at price of 1.16 lkhs. Still after seeing it in showroom my heart loved thunderbird, n mind still confusing me saying go for new model with retro feel.

Now that i have decided to own a bull which model will surely stay in my mind till i take a test ride. i think thunderbird will be more comfortable on empty road for touring.

so i feel my heart is winning the race. will keep you guys updated.

I see 6K difference between CL350 in chennai and Bangalore (on-Road). In Chennai its 1.09Lks. Is the price difference so much ? Also TBTS comes around 1.04Lks here in chennai.

CL comes with wider tyre and a smaller rim at the rear. I dunno if they have modified the sprocket to compensate for the smaller rim. The TBird rides on 19 inches front and rear.

Go for the T-Bird, in terms of a much relaxed poise for cruising and riding long distance.

The CL has a much straighter stance. But T-Drive both to decide.

Yes i booked TBTS. The who was sying he will deliver the bike in 25 days now says 45 days. Neways have to wait for the legend to be parked in my garage.

Yes TBTS cost me 109457/- on road and classic 350 is 1.13lkhs. But for classic 350 i have to wait 120 days or more. still no confirmation whether it will be delivered in 120 days.

classic 500 is again 4 months waiting period. Still they r not sure they will deliver it in this stipulated time. they not ready to give any committment.

Menawhile i have booked TBTS after riding my frenz bike for 30 odd kms. i liked it.

I dont have patience to wait for 4 months for the bike and still they not very sure whether they will supply it. I cant afford to travel in public transport or 4 wheeler to my office daily.

Guys i waiting for the bull. lets hope it gets delivered. waiting with full cash on hand.. :

congrats bro...btw,you had an RTR right?...

Yo Bro, I had RTR FI. had been with my friend to check out classic 2 weeks back. I was totally flattened by seeing thunderbird. Classic i sat on it and got feel.. I'm not very comfortable with those seats. with 6" and 85 kgs i dont think so this will fit my B*M during long tours. Hence opted for thunderbird. Sad part is my friend got this bike delivered in flat 2 days before 6 months. Now its taking 30 to 45 days.

patience is the word to own bull.

However i sold my RTR byke.

Congrats for TBTS

Congrats buddy, wise decision indeed, i guess this would be the amongst shortest discussion on What bike? in which a seeker has got his answer (may be by his own ) within 10 posts (not counted though)

anyway jokes apart, pl do post your thumper PIC's and do post your experience under Motorcycle owners thread.

nope i was totally flattened ven i saw this thunderbird ven i went to check out classic for my fren. classic was waiting period of 4 to 5 months. tbts being waiting period of 30 to 45 days.

I came to check out the second opinion from the thumpers whether there are any problems in TBTs. and make a call.

i was told fellow thumpers and also the spec sheet, apart from looks and DC there is no much difference on engine front. hence i thought lets go ahead..

yes i will post the initial ownership and pics of the thumper once i get the delivery. another 15 days to go. already feeling it as 15 decades..

have ridden 1979 std, thunderbird n electra before.

let me see how it feels to be a owner.

hay TorQ

I got my New TBTS this Thursday (28th Jan) , I had booked it on 7th of Jan at HSR Services in Mission road. Thank god i didnt had to wait for long. It is my first RE and i fell deeply in love with it. the feel and comfort it gives is uncompareable with any of the other bikes. I only suggest you to check the bike throughly before sending for registration. I had couple of problems in my bike after i brought it.
1) the toolbox cover was very lose.
2) The fuel liver (to change on off or reserve) has some problem it flows fuel till tank dries even if i have set it to ON.

One shocking thing i observed it i rode 220 KM filling 5 Liters of fuel. so the milage is around 44 in the city ( home to office -- JP Nagar to HAL Museum and few trips to Majestic) , I have to wait and see after servicing whether it improves or it comes down. Over all It is a darling bike with huge good feelings. .

I am waiting for my first service to complete before i can plan for a long trip to see its beauty on long trips.
Best of luck for your New love....
and write me back if you have any plans for long tips around Bangalore.