Chennai came alive on September 13, 2025, as Royal Enfield hosted its first-ever
HunterHood festival in the city at Island Grounds. After successful editions in Mumbai and
New Delhi earlier this year, HunterHood Chennai stood out as a vibrant celebration of
motorcycles, creativity, and street culture, drawing in enthusiasts from across the region.
At the heart of the event was the updated Hunter 350, renowned for its street-inspired design
and new colourways Rio White, Tokyo Black, London Red, and Graphite Grey. While the
Graphite Grey variant was showcased online previously, attendees had the rare opportunity
to experience it up close for the first time, appreciating its sleek finish and distinctive design
elements in person.
The festival also featured two uniquely customized retro-styled Hunters, with one from
Thrissur, Kerala taking center stage. This particular café racer boasted a bold turquoise and
yellow paint scheme, inspired by Lord Shiva and Kathakali art, celebrating local culture while
emphasizing individual expression. Royal Enfield’s long-standing tradition of supporting and
showcasing custom-built motorcycles was once again evident, reflecting the brand’s
appreciation for personal creativity and its connection with riders who transform their
machines into cultural statements.
Beyond the motorcycles, HunterHood was a full-fledged street culture festival, featuring a
high-energy music fest, skateboarding activities, parkour showcases, graffiti art, and dance
battles. The mix of live performances and interactive activities created an engaging
atmosphere, encouraging participants of all ages to immerse themselves in the spirit of the
event.
Chennai’s crowd embraced the festival with enthusiasm, making it a memorable day of
entertainment, innovation, and community bonding. HunterHood effectively set the stage for
the next big gathering – Motoverse, an event expected to bring together even more
motorcycling enthusiasts and creative minds, continuing to build on Royal Enfield’s unique
approach to celebrating motorcycle culture in India
