OMR, man I discovered this gem of a biking channel today, binge watched every video and finally am in shock to know that you have passed on to be with the biking gods. Rest in peace my man or go touring though the galaxy, it suits you better. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I pray for strength to your family.
Awesome video! I really love your setup for your Meteor!! I never knew just how much fun a small displacement motorcycle could be until I bought my Meteor 350 Supernova last November! Now my VTX1800 sits more often as I am constantly riding my Meteor! It makes me smile the entire time I am riding it! Keep up the great videos!!!
I purchased the Calimoto app a couple of months ago and it's sent me on some excellent routes. The only downfall is that the app doesn't show actual road closures. That's a bit of a pain but won't stop me from using it. And still much love for my Meteor 👍✌️
Hello sir! I also have a supernova brown meteor 350 and I've really been enjoying your videos on them. The last part of my commute to work (along with many other roads out here because, well, Wyoming) are dirt/gravel and the meteor really does handle them like a champ unlike my other commuter, which is a silverwing (those small scooter tires and washboarded roads aren't a great combo.) Since our roads are much less maintained I usually stick in second gear/about 20mph on the meteor but it just handles dirt so well for a cruiser-style bike! Thanks for all of the recent videos on installing mods and such too, it's really nice to see (my 'local' enfield dealer is about 80 miles away so I'm going to be brave and try installing some of my own.) Wish me luck!
Wonderful video Ronin that gravel road was built for the REs The Meteor handled it superbly I can definitely see you going back there on the Himalayan! The Classic 350 would also handle that gravel road no problem I’ve seen a few videos of guys riding on some tough terrain on a Classic 350! Looking forward to watching your bike ride out!👍🏻😎
Enjoyed the video, this was something new 👌. Dont worry about gravel roads, RE makes all their bikes to perform well in rough roads. Many people had taken these bikes in roughest terrain in India thats the reason its very popular here.
Fwooh! I definitely would have installed a skidplate before tackling a gravel road. Though, with my paranoia I would have installed a skidplate before even going on the highway.
I enjoyed the ride and seeing the various landscapes you have in Ohio. It certainly would be an easy time on my Himalayan or Vespa scooters. The gravel roads seemed smooth and well groomed. I tried to remain open-minded about the navigation app but I have to confess something between indifference and aversion to navigation apps, communications devices, and pretty much any link to the world via technology. Don't ask me to explain how I rationalize all the video-making tech.... I really prefer riding with just an idea of where I'm going and remaining open to being lost. Here in the East, with the sorts of rides I can make, being lost is a luxury. Different than being out West. I do look at a lot of paper maps, or spend time with Google Maps at home before a specific ride. But once I'm on the road I get into full flounder ahead mode. It's as close to adventure as I can get it seems. Navigation just hearkens to me trying to control life. Another enjoyable video. It's nice to hear you scheming to get another Meteor. It's heartwarming to know I'm not the only moto-schemer.
This was a great vídeo, the gravel road is helping on my buying decision, I was a bit afraid of how Meteor could handle this kind of environment, now I can see I will be the only restriction factor 😅😅😅
I've ridden thousands of miles on gravel roads - and worse! You will be amazed at the increased control if you lower the air pressure by 5 psi. (I've gone as low as 20 psi on the Meteor!) I added a 12-volt outlet to my Meteor specifically to make it possible to use my small compressor to get back to full pressure once I turn back on the highway for home!
For your info Sir, Hunter 350 is the latest roadster bike that you can turn into a scrambler just by changing the road tires into off-road ones. It's been launched in Thailand a couple of weeks ago.
Gravel roads (we call them dirt roads) are the norm here (Outback Oz) and the Meteor handles them no problem with the standard CEAT road tyres, as long as you take things steady.
Nice vid, I've been thinking of a trip from Las Vegas to Zion avoiding highways, but a couple dirt roads have me hesitant, good to see someone trying out gravel/dirt roads on the meteor. Thanks!
@Arachnophilia what a shame we could not sent you some rain from NZ. Our winter has been much wetter than usual. Moist flows coming down from the tropics covering most of the country with blocking high pressure out to the east meaning they stay around for a few days rather than moving off to the west. Our soils are waterlogged!
Another great video. Wow if I go with a Meteor 350 I really when done would like the same windscreen with the same bags you have (In black) and a Steller Blue or Super Nova Blue Meteor 350 would be my ideal setup. It looks like you got the new larger sized duffle bag now added onto your Meteor. Really like your whole setup as it just looks like a killer midsized touring/back road type machine. Could pack enough stuff to go away for a week vacation.😁 The more I think of my riding I will do the better the Meteor looks to me. I love the Himalayan but my riding will really if I'm honest is 100% on asphalt.
@@OlManRonin When you order parts for your Meteor 350 like your new windscreen do you order overseas all the time or does one of your local dealers actually carry stuff like that? Trying to figure out the best place to order from. Thanks Brian
Offroad roads in the US are just normal roads in many parts of rural India. All of RE's bikes are built to basically withstand punishment like that(even if they're not the Himalayan)
G'day Ronin from Australia, man l who's l could be on the ride, that nav system look amazing l wonder if theirs an Australian version???, Glad to see your getting good weather, still wet and cold here, keep safe, cheers Neil 🤠.
So I just purchased a new 2022 Himalayan and it has this insane engine noise I can’t explain! It’s not a ticking it’s more like a loud metal disc screatching noise? Have you heard about this?
Regarding the Calimoto, does this mean that you think the OEM Tripper navigation device on the Meteor 350 isn't really fit for purpose? Personally, I'm disappointed with it but we need people with relationships with Royal Enfield like you to convince them to upgrade the international software version to the same standard as in India (where it's quite good, similar to Google Maps), instead of suggesting alternative navigation tools. Cheers
Not at all. The Tripper is great for the regular rider. I think the Calimoto is best for me to design rides for the channel. The Tripper and Google maps are great for the masses
How come nobody mentions that other markets got a carburetor and a Kickstarter why don't all markets get a Kickstarter. A carburetor would make the bike at least $1,000 cheaper. I think if the Japanese came out with a 350 single you guys wouldn't even give it the time of day.
In India all two wheelers are required to be fuel injected by the current Bharat stage 6 emission standards. That's why you see fuel injection as standard. 😀😀😀 Of course Export models may vary. 😅😅
@@OlManRonin okay I can see the fuel injection requirement for the home model but I see the all the other ones with kickstarters and so why can't the ones in the UK and America have kickstarters on them or is it just the way they make it a few extra bucks?
@@frankmarkovcijr5459 question for Royal Enfield Corp, but I would rekon its all about the fuel injection and people who would only use them with dead batteries. Just a thought
@@OlManRonin if their bike was equipped with an electric starter stock from the factory they could choose as soon as they turn on the bike and the fuel injection system is pressurized they could choose either to use the electric starter or they could kick it. Nothing brings the Retro saying more to the surface and being genuine and having a Kickstarter attached to the side of the motorcycle.
OMR, man I discovered this gem of a biking channel today, binge watched every video and finally am in shock to know that you have passed on to be with the biking gods. Rest in peace my man or go touring though the galaxy, it suits you better. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I pray for strength to your family.
Awesome video! I really love your setup for your Meteor!! I never knew just how much fun a small displacement motorcycle could be until I bought my Meteor 350 Supernova last November! Now my VTX1800 sits more often as I am constantly riding my Meteor! It makes me smile the entire time I am riding it! Keep up the great videos!!!
I know right. My poor Harleys lol
I purchased the Calimoto app a couple of months ago and it's sent me on some excellent routes. The only downfall is that the app doesn't show actual road closures. That's a bit of a pain but won't stop me from using it. And still much love for my Meteor 👍✌️
Agreed. That is a downer ask me how I know lol
@@OlManRonin 🤣
Man that Meteor is gorgeous!
Thanks for showing it! 👍
You're welcome
Hello sir! I also have a supernova brown meteor 350 and I've really been enjoying your videos on them. The last part of my commute to work (along with many other roads out here because, well, Wyoming) are dirt/gravel and the meteor really does handle them like a champ unlike my other commuter, which is a silverwing (those small scooter tires and washboarded roads aren't a great combo.) Since our roads are much less maintained I usually stick in second gear/about 20mph on the meteor but it just handles dirt so well for a cruiser-style bike! Thanks for all of the recent videos on installing mods and such too, it's really nice to see (my 'local' enfield dealer is about 80 miles away so I'm going to be brave and try installing some of my own.) Wish me luck!
Wonderful video Ronin that gravel road was built for the REs The Meteor handled it superbly I can definitely see you going back there on the Himalayan! The Classic 350 would also handle that gravel road no problem I’ve seen a few videos of guys riding on some tough terrain on a Classic 350! Looking forward to watching your bike ride out!👍🏻😎
Enjoyed the video, this was something new 👌. Dont worry about gravel roads, RE makes all their bikes to perform well in rough roads. Many people had taken these bikes in roughest terrain in India thats the reason its very popular here.
Fwooh! I definitely would have installed a skidplate before tackling a gravel road. Though, with my paranoia I would have installed a skidplate before even going on the highway.
lol
I enjoyed the ride and seeing the various landscapes you have in Ohio. It certainly would be an easy time on my Himalayan or Vespa scooters. The gravel roads seemed smooth and well groomed.
I tried to remain open-minded about the navigation app but I have to confess something between indifference and aversion to navigation apps, communications devices, and pretty much any link to the world via technology. Don't ask me to explain how I rationalize all the video-making tech....
I really prefer riding with just an idea of where I'm going and remaining open to being lost. Here in the East, with the sorts of rides I can make, being lost is a luxury. Different than being out West.
I do look at a lot of paper maps, or spend time with Google Maps at home before a specific ride. But once I'm on the road I get into full flounder ahead mode. It's as close to adventure as I can get it seems. Navigation just hearkens to me trying to control life.
Another enjoyable video. It's nice to hear you scheming to get another Meteor. It's heartwarming to know I'm not the only moto-schemer.
This was a great vídeo, the gravel road is helping on my buying decision, I was a bit afraid of how Meteor could handle this kind of environment, now I can see I will be the only restriction factor 😅😅😅
Thanks for the ride!
Thanks for watching Renee
I've ridden thousands of miles on gravel roads - and worse! You will be amazed at the increased control if you lower the air pressure by 5 psi. (I've gone as low as 20 psi on the Meteor!) I added a 12-volt outlet to my Meteor specifically to make it possible to use my small compressor to get back to full pressure once I turn back on the highway for home!
For your info Sir, Hunter 350 is the latest roadster bike that you can turn into a scrambler just by changing the road tires into off-road ones. It's been launched in Thailand a couple of weeks ago.
yes it looks amazing
Gravel roads (we call them dirt roads) are the norm here (Outback Oz) and the Meteor handles them no problem with the standard CEAT road tyres, as long as you take things steady.
awesomeness thanks Colin
Nice vid, I've been thinking of a trip from Las Vegas to Zion avoiding highways, but a couple dirt roads have me hesitant, good to see someone trying out gravel/dirt roads on the meteor. Thanks!
Go for it! and let me know how it goes!
16:50 I think the new Hunter 350 is that bike
That might be a good app for me. I am not an off-road rider, but love riding on the sketchiest roads I can find.
Its a cool app
Ohio looks lovely! We need more rain in the Uk.
The Ronin trip especially the ferry sounds amazing.
should be a riot
@Arachnophilia what a shame we could not sent you some rain from NZ. Our winter has been much wetter than usual. Moist flows coming down from the tropics covering most of the country with blocking high pressure out to the east meaning they stay around for a few days rather than moving off to the west. Our soils are waterlogged!
Scotland has had rain last few days
@@weemark67 We did get some. Flash floods also..ground too hard to absorb the rain..
We need another soaking down South. Esp East side.
great ride, an the Meteor did a good job on these gravel roads, about the scrambler version, I am pretty sure RE will release one in a near future.
With meteor every ride is a cruise. Going 0n a coffee time ride with a friend 45km distance
Another Good Video, as always.
thank you
Tu entusiamo me motiva a pensar en adquirir una Meteor 350. Para disfrutarla como tu lo haces, gracias Ol
Another great video. Wow if I go with a Meteor 350 I really when done would like the same windscreen with the same bags you have (In black) and a Steller Blue or Super Nova Blue Meteor 350 would be my ideal setup. It looks like you got the new larger sized duffle bag now added onto your Meteor. Really like your whole setup as it just looks like a killer midsized touring/back road type machine. Could pack enough stuff to go away for a week vacation.😁 The more I think of my riding I will do the better the Meteor looks to me. I love the Himalayan but my riding will really if I'm honest is 100% on asphalt.
Thanks Brian
@@OlManRonin When you order parts for your Meteor 350 like your new windscreen do you order overseas all the time or does one of your local dealers actually carry stuff like that? Trying to figure out the best place to order from. Thanks Brian
@@brianreigle7905 I use both. local first then if I can't find it I order elsewhere
That Meteor's exhaust sounds so much better than my 2022 Himalayan.
It wa designed to! ;)
May want to check out guys riding gravel in India. Also trials conversion on- bike world meteor 350 bike build. More bike than rider I presume.
You gonna love the new Hunter 350 i reckon, just add knobbies. Never a Himalayan, but better than a Classic or Metour i reckon, on gravel.
I don't, the Meteor 350 handled the gravel with ease! But can't wait to try it.
In India people take it(classic 350) to the unforgiving terrains of leh, ladakh. This is just normal for this guy 😅😅🙏🙏🙏
Awesomeness, which is why I say. If it can ride Indian roads it can ride ANYWHERE
Offroad roads in the US are just normal roads in many parts of rural India. All of RE's bikes are built to basically withstand punishment like that(even if they're not the Himalayan)
I say that in nearly all my videos, If you can ride a bike in India, you can ride it anywhere in the world! Cheers and thanks for watching.
That’s great to hear. I have the Meteor and Classic signals and absolutely love the off roads here in the US. RE bikes are the best. !!!
Fly screen looks cool
Thanks Mark
Hope they bring this color back with the 650 model.best color
it is a beautiful color combination
Man, that bike is looking great
Thaks Chad. Back home??
@@OlManRonin yep, made it up to Maine and got home that following Monday.
G'day Ronin from Australia, man l who's l could be on the ride, that nav system look amazing l wonder if theirs an Australian version???, Glad to see your getting good weather, still wet and cold here, keep safe, cheers Neil 🤠.
Its German and worldwide
So I just purchased a new 2022 Himalayan and it has this insane engine noise I can’t explain! It’s not a ticking it’s more like a loud metal disc screatching noise? Have you heard about this?
no tell your dealer. never heard of any issues
@@OlManRonin I contacted them! Goes back in soon
I believe when the Hunter 350 hits Ohio, it'll do gravel roads with no problems.
You are right!!
Regarding the Calimoto, does this mean that you think the OEM Tripper navigation device on the Meteor 350 isn't really fit for purpose? Personally, I'm disappointed with it but we need people with relationships with Royal Enfield like you to convince them to upgrade the international software version to the same standard as in India (where it's quite good, similar to Google Maps), instead of suggesting alternative navigation tools. Cheers
Not at all. The Tripper is great for the regular rider. I think the Calimoto is best for me to design rides for the channel. The Tripper and Google maps are great for the masses
You might get more riders if you increase the CC limit to 650.
That defeats the purpose of this particular ride.
I want to buy a Meteor How is it in toop speed
How come nobody mentions that other markets got a carburetor and a Kickstarter why don't all markets get a Kickstarter. A carburetor would make the bike at least $1,000 cheaper. I think if the Japanese came out with a 350 single you guys wouldn't even give it the time of day.
ok
In India all two wheelers are required to be fuel injected by the current Bharat stage 6 emission standards. That's why you see fuel injection as standard. 😀😀😀 Of course Export models may vary. 😅😅
@@OlManRonin okay I can see the fuel injection requirement for the home model but I see the all the other ones with kickstarters and so why can't the ones in the UK and America have kickstarters on them or is it just the way they make it a few extra bucks?
@@frankmarkovcijr5459 question for Royal Enfield Corp, but I would rekon its all about the fuel injection and people who would only use them with dead batteries. Just a thought
@@OlManRonin if their bike was equipped with an electric starter stock from the factory they could choose as soon as they turn on the bike and the fuel injection system is pressurized they could choose either to use the electric starter or they could kick it. Nothing brings the Retro saying more to the surface and being genuine and having a Kickstarter attached to the side of the motorcycle.