New Rajdoot 350: Anyway, the Rajdoot brand was synonymous with tough dependability and “blood and guts” motorcycling during the ’70s and ’80s.
With its straightforward design and robust construction, the original Rajdoot was a true workhorse, appreciated by the daily commuter, the rural biker and the teen enthusiast.
Now, after years of absence, the Rajdoot is all set to return in an all new form – as the Rajdoot 350.
This new iteration is not simply a wistful trip down memory lane; the new Bonneville is a reimagined motorcycle that fuses the heritage of yesterday with the needs of today’s rider.
Every single corner of the Rajdoot 350 has been updated and modernized—venue” engine, design, tech, and comfort—while staying true to its rugged DNA.
Design: Modern Muscles, Retro Soul
The fresh Rajdoot 350 has some of that old-school appeal which made the original legendary. It is designed with circular headlamp, metal-bike tank, flat seat, and muscular body. But this time it’s all sharper, slicker, more polished.
The bike gets new features such as LED headlamps, digital-analog instrumentation and a sportier stance. The frame is more robust, but lighter, to aid ride dynamics.
Spoked alloy wheels, Old School styled side panels and choice of red, blue or green headlamp emulates a true heritage model all contributing to the BRAT’s origin and design.
It’s the type of bike that will attract experienced riders who recall the original but also younger riders in search of a classic appearance with modern performance.
Engine and Performance
Powering the new Rajdoot 350 is a 349cc, single-cylinder, air-and-oil cooled engine— a neat jump from the previous two-stroke configuration.
Modern That’s 16% more peak power than the outgoing version, tuned specifically to boost low- and mid-range torque for strong, linear acceleration on both routes.
The engine comes with an easy shifting 5-speed what’s just perfectly geared for street and highway cruising.
The thump is there — not as loud as the old two-stroke growl, but bassy and rich enough to satisfy retro sentiment.
It has the right amount of power, and thus can be used daily in the city and sometimes even for long rides.
Acceleration is not brisk but the Rajdoot 350 feels more about the ride and the presence than outright performance.
Ride Quality and Handling
The new double-cradle frame provides smooth and comfortable riding experience thanks to gearwith the telescopic front forks and twin rear shock absorbers.
The suspension is set up a bit on the soft side, with no difficulty taking on potholes and such.
With an upright posture, wide bars and stretched seat, the ergonomics of riding are very laid back.
From a 20 km office burn n’ turn to a 200 km weekend super highway spread, the Rajdoot 350 ensures you stay fresh as a daisy.
With disc brakes at either end and dual-channel ABS, it offers surefooted stopping power even though a sudden one.
The weight of the bike isthan in the past and that is turn makes it a stable but not a very heavy motorcycle to handle.
Features and Tech
The Rajdoot 350 now includes:
Partially digital instrument console with trip meter and gear indicator
LED headlight and tail light
Side-stand engine cut-off
USB charging port
Alloy with tubeless\GeneratedValue wheels
Optional smartphone connectivity including turn-by-turn navigation
Though not too tech-centric, the bike comes with all the basic necessities that modern riders want in a bike today.
Pros of New Rajdoot 350
Vintage old fashion:retro style in superior quality.
Durable enough for long wear and daily use
Good low end torque for Indian roads.
For safety it gets dual-channel ABS
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Sneaky smooth engine performance
Cons of New Rajdoot 350
Not the best for speedy touring
No cool, digital extras found on most of today’s other cars (eg TFT display)
Slightly heavy for beginners
Not a ton of color/variant options at launch
May have to battle against established retro rides such as the Classic 350
New Rajdoot 350: Verdict
The New Rajdoot 350 is more than just a re-engineered bike—it’s the story of a brand brought back to life in a contemporary avatar, a bike that helped shape the motorcycling culture of young India.
With a mix of old school character in a modern guise, it brings a fresh alternative to the segment of retro motorcycles.
The Rajdoot 350 is for those who appreciate heritage, comfort and timeless design, and it revives old memories — with fuel Injection and ABS this time.