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  • MY Dream Companion for my Life!!!

    Hi Everyone,

    My name is Allwyn nadar. Today I have booked my Bike (MY Dream Companion for my Life). ROYAL ENFIELD THUNDERBIRD 350cc.

    About myself: My age is 24 years .. 5.6" in height , weight around 70kg. Well built(gym training has paid off). This will be My first bike. Don't have any biking experience. I do ride my daddy's activa.. but occasionally.

    I have ridden friends Fazer, Boxer..etc and Classic 350, which drove me crazy towards it.. Fell in love with the THUNDERBIRD when I saw it in flesh..

    Everyone knows about the waiting period of the bike..hence not gona start it again ..

    My Question :Will my height, weight be a concern in the long run.. Bike will be used for both city and highway riding.
    What r the things I should be prepared for before owning the bike.
    What are the Do's and Dont's with the bike.
    What Are the necessary accessories I should get with the bike (both free and paid).

    I am completely new to biking,, hence any advice is welcomed..

    Thanks
    RIDE it To FEEL it !!!

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      welcome to xbhp..!!
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        [MENTION=58174]Allwyn Nadar[/MENTION] : hi... welcome to the forum & congratulations on the new bull.
        i dont think ur height / weight / etc. will be cause any issue w/ riding a bull.
        amongst the must-have, i trust that u already have all the safety gear - do invest in it if u already have not done so.
        for the bull, the engine / leg guard is a must.
        the bulls are known to be very sensitive towards rusting - be careful on that.
        pls ensure that u adhere to the bike's 'run-in' period meticulously.
        bulls chain sprocket assembly is another known problem area u shud be careful about - always keep a tag on excess slack & ensure that u clean / lube her after a sortie in dusty / muddy terrain.
        i wish u miles n miles of joy on ur new prized possession!
        cheers!
        ◦ ● 4-wheels move the body... 2-wheels move the soul ● ◦

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          Re: MY Dream Companion for my Life!!!

          Thank you bro!!

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          A big thank you @whymailand princesirohi ..
          I havent bought the
          safety gear's as of now..Leg guard was the First thing my dad noticed, hence it is checked.but suggestion regarding the Type of leg guard will do(Butterfly or the other one)

          My budget for helmets will be around 2-3.5k..So do suggest me the best available at the price range..Yes, I need advice on the other safety gears..I am currently not planning for any long trips.. so only the necessary gears will do..


          And what all accessories I will be getting or should get along with my Bike for free..

          Any riding assistance will also be good,as i am still an amateur..

          Are there any tyre option That I should look upon.. The sales guy said that most of the bikes have mrf tyres but there is also some other tyres available(even the sales guy forgot the name of the tyre maker)..So should I stick to the mrf tyres or should insist on the other one..



          RIDE it To FEEL it !!!

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          • #6
            Re: MY Dream Companion for my Life!!!

            Welcome to xBhp, bro!! Congrats on booking the mighty Bull!!
            Looking at your budget, get a LS2 helmet - best VFM. Keep coming back here as suggestions will only start pouring. I would also like to add that a pair of riding gloves (DSG, Cramster) for daily use is an inevitable buy in today's traffic & road condition, also consider a good pair of riding boots for taming the bull. For touring purposes, spend some time in this thread for an insight on most riding gears.

            Ride safe..
            BENEATH THE REMAINS.........
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              I have also completed another ritual.. which is naming my companion.. The name is ARLETTE !!!!!
              RIDE it To FEEL it !!!

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                Thank you @chaosaddict ..

                Lately been reading the reviews about Bull.. but the reviews are mixed.. the problems caused by the Bull are very new to me and I am not sure I can handle this Pressure..

                If I remember correctly.. there was a post of list of things to take care before taking delivery of the bike.. but I am not able find it..pls help me to find it or post it again.. It wil be really helpfull..

                And about the color of the bike..Only the Flicker was available at the showroom.. Havent seen d twilight in the real life also.. If someone has the pics pls upload it..


                Thanks..
                RIDE it To FEEL it !!!

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                  There is a good news guys.. The waiting period of the Bull's has been reduced !!! If u are planning to book the bike do proceed and dont worry of the waiting period !!

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                  Both the classic series and the Thunderbird's.. IF planning for the 500cc then d waiting period is less than 3 months!!!! Enjoy buddies !!
                  RIDE it To FEEL it !!!

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                    Re: MY Dream Companion for my Life!!!

                    May be in your place the waiting period is reduced, Here in mumbai its 6 to 8 months...i enquired few days ago for the new tbird 350....still good for u people
                    And please post pics i love REs but the quality of materials used dont justify the price....this is just my view no offence to RE fans m also a fan...

                    Originally posted by Allwyn Nadar View Post
                    There is a good news guys.. The waiting period of the Bull's has been reduced !!! If u are planning to book the bike do proceed and dont worry of the waiting period !!

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                    Both the classic series and the Thunderbird's.. IF planning for the 500cc then d waiting period is less than 3 months!!!! Enjoy buddies !!
                    Last edited by neil9381; 08-16-2013, 10:10 PM.

                    youtube link:
                    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB1...ZF550FWAzfYRlw

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                      I am from Mumbai only and I visited the showroom today itself for the update on my Thunderbird 350cc.. The waiting period has been reduced from 6 months..

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                      I am from Mumbai only and I visited the showroom today itself for the update on my Thunderbird 350cc.. The waiting period has been reduced from 6 months..

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                      I am from Mumbai only and I visited the showroom today itself for the update on my Thunderbird 350cc.. The waiting period has been reduced from 6 months..
                      RIDE it To FEEL it !!!

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                        I visited soniya enfield bhandup...then its great for people buying...


                        Originally posted by Allwyn Nadar View Post
                        I am from Mumbai only and I visited the showroom today itself for the update on my Thunderbird 350cc.. The waiting period has been reduced from 6 months..

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                        I am from Mumbai only and I visited the showroom today itself for the update on my Thunderbird 350cc.. The waiting period has been reduced from 6 months..

                        ----consecutive posts auto-merged-----

                        I am from Mumbai only and I visited the showroom today itself for the update on my Thunderbird 350cc.. The waiting period has been reduced from 6 months..

                        youtube link:
                        https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB1...ZF550FWAzfYRlw

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                          HI guys,,
                          I am planning to start the pre- purchasing process for the bike.. So pls help me with your valuable advice..These are the things I am planning to buy..

                          1. Helmet- Open face.- Budget 2-3k-3.5k max..
                          2. Gloves- Budget upto 1k max.
                          3. Sun Glasses- Budget 5k max.
                          4. Boots- Budget 2k max.
                          5. Leather Jacket- Budget 3k.. (May go up if it is worth it).
                          6.Leg Guard Budget 2k(for the bike).

                          I am from Mumbai,(Western line).. So kindly suggest me the best Shops and the Brands for the above mentioned accessories..Your advice is highly awaited and appreciated..

                          Also if any other accessories that I should look upon..pls do suggest that also..

                          Thanks.!!
                          RIDE it To FEEL it !!!

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                          • #14
                            Re: MY Dream Companion for my Life!!!

                            Welcome aboard bro
                            Curiosity is my drug to travel, my bike is my curiosity

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                              Re: MY Dream Companion for my Life!!!

                              Guys.. I am awaiting your valuable responses..
                              RIDE it To FEEL it !!!

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