Royal Enfield Classic Desert Storm User Reviews

You have to wait for 15 to 45 days to get yr bike after booking.Bike has good throttle response but it gives vibrations above 70kmph. Look is noticeable.High speed response is good as long stoke gives torquey punch at high rpm. Maintenance and service is good but is costly.Brakes are not good it give worst response in rain. Air circulating pipes and other pipes get cracked after 6 to 8 months.There is no digital oil level indicator.No trip meter. Suspension and riding quality is good. Sitting position is comfortable. Clutch is heavy so feels uncomfortable in traffic. Bike is heavy but u won't feel weight while driving thanks for lower cg of bike as engine is located centrally and close to ground but also as good ground clearance.

I had a plan to buy 350 classic but when i saw desert storm for display i immediately changed my mind and bought it. Bike is excellent for riding for long tours or off road or city commute. Very rugged bike. Built quality is excellent. Looks are very great and you cannot take your eyes off. Performance of the bike is excellent in terms of handling and fuel efficiency. I did nor experience any breakdowns yet. Just follow the normal service schedule provided by company and bike is good. I would like company to add more power in the bike and rest all is excellent.

Excellent bike for long ride & highly comfortable.Delivers high power.Cost of the bike is actually descent considering its 500cc engine.A very good looking & gives a military feeling.Services to be done timely. Maintenance is very keen to get a good mileage. Pros-highly comfortable,reliable for long rides & delivers high power.Cons-less mileage in city(20-25kmpl) depends on maintenance & silencer used.

Royal enfield at its best

this beast is far better than any bike around it, just buy it ride it and feel it

my riding experience excelled while riding it.

Pros :powerful engine

elegant looks

comfortable

off roading compatible

highly reliable

cons: you cant ride any other bike after you ride this legendary beast...

I love bikes, in fact anything that has a throttle and 2 wheels to support my weight. Any sane person who likes classic stuff will definitely appreciate the retro looks of desert storm. You pay a good amount for an unrefined, old school machine which vibrates a lot, but the thump and looks keep wanting for more.

Pros. Looks, comfortable seating, good torque at low rpm gives good lugging ability, metal body, cheap repairs and simple mechanical which can be tackled at any corner of india.

Cons. Vibrations, lacks refinement, below average brakes, no gear indicator, sluggish gearing, average performance, poor authorised service centres and then there is rust, it's everywhere.

I crossed himalaya with my desert storm and i absolutely loved it. I don't know the reason but it appeals every time i look at it.

Verdict: if you want trouble free and performance oriented machines, look somewhere else. If you want the nostalgic thump, performance is not a mist and can give a lot of care to your bike, go for it.

I have desert storm too, and run for 1100 kms in a month. I bought this only for its retro killer look and awesome paint job. But now i love it, here are some my observations.

Pros :

Looks, no model in re can match is look and its a sure head turner.

More power, believe me it makes difference even in city riding.

It flow like water, very smooth. If you have ridden old bullets then you can recognize this difference.

Acceleration much better.

Feel more confident in riding in terms of stability and and handling.