[Max57]

I figure this will take quite a while to even find a good used 'Signals Marsh Grey' unit. I'm located in Central Virginia, so it would have to be within a reasonable/doable car ride for an old fart like me, lol. 

I'm really sold on the 'Marsh Grey'! Gonna ride over to the Newport News dealer to at least sit on a Classis to see how she feels this week.

[axman88]

I figure this will take quite a while to even find a good used 'Signals Marsh Grey' unit.

This seems like a very tall order.  Considering that the Classic 350s didn't start showing up here in the USA until around mid-2022, there's very few being sold 2nd hand at this point.

And, I see reports that the "Signals" trim for the Classic 350 has already been discontinued.  You are looking for a subset of a subset, of an already scarce commodity.

If you want this specific color and trim, I'd suggest finding one ASAP and buying it NEW.   I'm a "used bike guy" myself, but I wouldn't want to run out of time waiting for something too specific.  The other thing about buying used, ... if you are the 2nd guy to show up to buy, you get no satisfaction.

There may be one in Albany:   https://www.royalenfieldalbanyny.com/page/royal-enfield-motorcycles-7/motorcycle/2023-royal-enfield-classic-350--signals-marsh-grey---in-stock-165.html
Or Mt. Vernon, OH:  https://www.mid-ohio.com/new-models/royal-enfield-street-bikes-classic-350-1947736366518445533038724

Good Luck!

[Max57]

This seems like a very tall order.  Considering that the Classic 350s didn't start showing up here in the USA until around mid-2022, there's very few being sold 2nd hand at this point.

And, I see reports that the "Signals" trim for the Classic 350 has already been discontinued.  You are looking for a subset of a subset, of an already scarce commodity.

If you want this specific color and trim, I'd suggest finding one ASAP and buying it NEW.   I'm a "used bike guy" myself, but I wouldn't want to run out of time waiting for something too specific.  The other thing about buying used, ... if you are the 2nd guy to show up to buy, you get no satisfaction.

There may be one in Albany:   https://www.royalenfieldalbanyny.com/page/royal-enfield-motorcycles-7/motorcycle/2023-royal-enfield-classic-350--signals-marsh-grey---in-stock-165.html
Or Mt. Vernon, OH:  https://www.mid-ohio.com/new-models/royal-enfield-street-bikes-classic-350-1947736366518445533038724

Good Luck!

First, thanks so much for searching for the model I want. 

For what it's worth, I called two RE dealers in my state and neither one of them have heard anything about the Signal's models being canceled. They both mentioned about the 500 being discontinued globally.

With that said, my main use for getting a small bike at this stage of the game, (72 years old) is just to cruise around the local neighborhood to have that great feeling of being on two wheels again. I fully realize these bikes are priced better than any other in their class. But for the limited riding I plan to do, I can't justify paying full price along with what the dealers add to the MSRP.

I know it'll be a, "shot in the dark" to find what I'm looking for. How-ever, old age does have a few benefits. One is that if you can't find what you want at the price you have in mind, then it just wasn't meant to be and you 'hopefully', move on lol.

I did happen to find a 'Signals Desert Sand' fully loaded for a great price, but that color just doesn't work for me. I might consider a 'Dark Stealth Black' if one should happen to become available. Only time will tell.

Thanks again for your time and interest. 

[axman88]

I hear what you are saying, but if I was you, I wouldn't wait.  If I was 72, or any age, I would be going for "Miss Right NOW".  There's no guarantee of enough years to ever find "Miss Right".   I wouldn't want that RE Classic 350 Signals Marsh Gray to end up being a "dreamsicle", that I only ever get to ride in my dreams.

There's lots of machines that I could start playing with now, and resell later, when Miss Right came along.

These Honda Shadow 750s are rock solid cruisers, that will go 150,000 miles, but kind of heavy in my opinion, around ~540 lbs.  For an around town ride, I'd rather be 200lbs lighter.  This will, however, carry you all day on the highway.  It's a lot of Honda for $1500:
  https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/908941124177871/

The last time I rode a Yamaha XS650 was in 1981.  I liked it then, and I'd like to own one.  These are very popular for turning into bobbers, so one that is stock is a good thing to find.   It weighs no more than your dreamsicle, but has 50hp.  $1800 OBO.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2082400115431954/

Yamaha made another, very popular 650, the VStar.  I own one, that I got as a project bike, and I'm very happy with its mechanical simplicity.  Heavy like the Shadow 750, and 40 hp.  This one isn't running, but can't argue with the $600.   If by next spring I got it going, I could easily triple my money, and ride it in the meanwhile.
 https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/288658807099557/

Here's another in that same "needs fixing" category, but I wouldn't be surprised if I got this Suzuki LS650 going, I'd want to keep it.  People who own these seem to be very happy with them.  Lighter than the RE350 by 60 lbs, but with 30 hp.  With its carb. it won't be nearly as economical to ride as the RE, but they will deliver a decent 50mpg.   If this was going for $900 here, I'd buy it.  I could sell it next spring for $2500.   It's in your color, too!
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7134873993212876/

The last machine I bought, a few months ago, is a Suzuki GZ250 Marauder, another good choice for an around town bike.  About the same power as the RE350, but only 300 lbs, it gives me 65-70mpg around town, and only set me back $1000.  I'd happily trade it for an RE 350 at twice the price, but, like you, I'm not very motivated to go out and buy a new machine, at 4 times the cost of the used machine.

I saw an RE350 last night while riding my scooter.  Maybe in 4 or 5 years, that one will be up for sale, at a price I'm willing to pay, but I'm certainly not going to spend all that time walking and dreaming.

[AzCal Retred]

 The Suzuki LS650 apparently comes in 4 speed (early) & 5 speed (later) versions. There are chain conversions available if you need ratios other than the OEM belt drive has. 33 HP and lighter than a J-Model. I see "runners" regularly for $2K & up on Craigslist. A great place to start a custom build. Lots of spares, lots of "Tribal Knowledge".
https://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/suzu/suzuki_ls650_savage%2086.htm


The Kawasaki 700-750 Vulcan V-twin seems to be a tough survivor also. 66 HP and about 500 pounds all-up weight. Many have bags and windscreen already. Craigslist sees them regularly at $2k - $3K for good runners.
https://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/kawasaki/kawasaki_vn750_vulcan86.htm

[Max57]

You guys are great with all the suggestions, different bikes and leads. Keep in mind that I still haven't gotten off lite-duty from my surgery, so riding at present is out. Hopefully, that'll change before the end-of-year.

Yes, all great alternatives, but my heart is really set on a RE. Whether it be the Signals in either Grey or Sand, Dark Stealth Black or the Meteor Stellar Black. I'm completely sold on RE. 

[AzCal Retred]

Here you go, just need a spare day, a buddy with a pickup and some tie downs. You are $2K ahead of the game. Some paint & decals and you are there if it's that important.

2021 Royal Enfield Meteor 350 - $3,250 (Pittsburgh) 465 miles

https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/mcy/d/pittsburgh-2021-royal-enfield-meteor-350/7672468760.html

I’m selling my 2021 Royal Enfield Meteor 350 with ABS braking system. The mileage is at 465, but likely to go up with usage. You will get both keys, the owner’s manual and two additional seat/rack options.
(1) The “Fireball” type grab bar with no backrest
(2) A rear rack that bolts on when the passenger seat is removed - Solo seating.
This motorcycle is in great shape and needs nothing for you to start enjoying the ride.
Recently inspected - good through 6/2024.
Please check YouTube and or the internet if you have questions regarding the Meteor 350 - there are hundreds of reviews.
This vehicle is sold AS IS. Cash only. Valid PA title in hand.

[VivianzRamsey]

I figure this will take quite a while to even find a good used 'Signals Marsh Grey' unit. I'm located in Central Virginia, so it would have to be within a reasonable/doable car ride for an old fart like me, lol. 

I'm really sold on the 'Marsh Grey'! Gonna ride over to the Newport News dealer to at least sit on a Classis to see how she feels this week.

This seems like a very tall order.  Considering that the Classic 350s didn't start showing up here in the USA until around mid-2022, there's very few being sold 2nd hand at this point.
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[AzCal Retred]

So Max57, ever get around to getting that J-Model?