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[Reds1]

Hi,
Anyone got 350 and 500 original iron barrell classic engines and what the difference in rides?

[stinkwheel]

About 5mph.

[rustygman]

This subject has cropped up on the forum before so you can probably search out a discussion. Personally I did a fair bit of research before I made my choice when I bought brand new in 2007 and I test rode both variants. I went for the 350 on the basis that it was a bit smoother and general opinion seemed to be the 350 was a bit more durable. Didn't regret it for a minute. If I was looking for one now I would go for either and make my choice based on condition and price, there are plenty of low mileage ones out there. Good luck.

[Daiwiskers]

In the UK
Vehicle tax

350 = £42

500 = £64

[Wheaters]

Dai, those figures are a few quid out of date since the last budget. 🏍

My 350 keeps up with the bigger bikes well enough.

[Daiwiskers]

Dai, those figures are a few quid out of date since the last budget. 🏍

My 350 keeps up with the bigger bikes well enough.

I looked them up yesterday! Think it was gov web site

Could be worse my Harley has £91 on the reminder, going to SORN it

Not sure on the smaller bikes asbo 30 is 1962 so that's free

[Daiwiskers]

Found new tater £44 & £67.

[Wheaters]

These days they don't seem to announce increases, they just keep sneaking them up, little by little, almost every year.

[black fingernail]

About 5mph.

But what is the difference in pulling power, for instance, taking hills in top gear and carrying a pillion?

[stinkwheel]

I didn't have a 500 for long mind. Never took a pillion on it but 5mph seems about right.

5mph can be a big difference if it's the difference between 45 and 50.