{"product_id":"seat-lock-latch-assembly-hunter-350-rau00098-b","title":"Seat Lock Latch Assembly (Under-Seat Catch) for Royal Enfield Hunter 350 (J1, BS6\/Euro5) – RAU00098\/B","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"673\"\u003eRAU00098\/B is the genuine Royal Enfield \u003cstrong data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"305\"\u003eseat lock latch assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e—the under-seat “catch” that grabs the lock pin and keeps your rider seat securely closed. If your Hunter 350 seat feels loose, pops open on bumps, or needs multiple tries to lock, this latch is one of the first parts to inspect and replace. OEM fitment matters here because the latch geometry and spring tension decide whether the seat locks cleanly and stays locked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"822\"\u003eAlso searched as: \u003cstrong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eseat latch\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"728\"\u003eseat lock catch\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"754\"\u003eunder seat lock clip\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eseat lock striker\/catcher\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eseat lock latch\u003c\/strong\u003e for Hunter 350.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"978\"\u003eBefore you buy: confirm you have a \u003cstrong data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eRoyal Enfield Hunter 350 (J1 platform)\u003c\/strong\u003e and match your existing latch shape\/bolt points with the photos\/part number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003eSuggested internal links (collections): Hunter 350 Spares, Seat \u0026amp; Body Parts, Locks \u0026amp; Latches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003eKey Features \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003eGenuine Royal Enfield part: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003eRAU00098\/B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003eFunction: locks the seat by catching the seat lock mechanism under the rider seat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003eFixes seat not locking \/ seat opening while riding \/ loose-seat complaints\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eCorrect OEM geometry for proper alignment with seat lock pin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003eDirect replacement for worn, bent, rusted, or broken latch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eHelps prevent water\/dust entry and harness damage caused by a loose seat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003eWorkshop-friendly replacement (basic hand tools)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003eBest for return-prevention: order by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003epart number + bike model (Hunter 350 J1)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1707\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003eCompatibility Table \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"2416\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1717\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1735\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePlatform\/Engine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1735\" 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data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e✅\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"2008\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eConfirmed as “Seat Lock Latch Assy” for Hunter 350 in dealer microfiche\/parts portals. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2045\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eRoyal Enfield Hunter 350 (Europe)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2058\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eJ1 \/ 349cc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2067\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEuro 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2077\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2022–on\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2081\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e✅\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2210\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eListed under Hunter 350 Euro5 microfiche context and as HNTR seat lock\/“serrure selle”. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2416\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2260\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eMeteor 350 \/ Classic 350 Reborn \/ Bullet 350 J\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2260\" data-end=\"2280\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eJ-platform family\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2286\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBS6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2290\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2294\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e❓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2416\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eNot confirmed for these models—do \u003cstrong data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2337\"\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e assume interchangeability. Verify by VIN\/photo\/bolt pattern before ordering.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2448\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003eVariants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2433\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003eNo variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2497\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2495\"\u003eFAQs \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2833\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2564\"\u003eQ1 (Fitment): How do I confirm this latch fits my Hunter 350?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2567\"\u003eCheck your RC\/model: it must be \u003cstrong data-start=\"2599\" data-end=\"2639\"\u003eRoyal Enfield Hunter 350 (J1, 349cc)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Then match \u003cstrong data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2695\"\u003eyour old latch’s shape + mounting holes\u003c\/strong\u003e with the product photos and confirm the part number \u003cstrong data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"2762\"\u003eRAU00098\/B\u003c\/strong\u003e on invoice\/label when available. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2835\" data-end=\"3209\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2835\" data-end=\"2898\"\u003eQ2 (Fitment): Does it fit Hunter 350 Metro \/ Retro \/ Rebel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2898\" data-end=\"2901\"\u003eHunter 350 variants share the same J1 platform; however, always confirm by \u003cstrong data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"3013\"\u003eexisting latch photo and mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e because seat\/lock hardware can change with model-year updates. Hunter fitment is confirmed; variant-level confirmation should be done by photo\/VIN if unsure. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3211\" data-end=\"3495\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3211\" data-end=\"3278\"\u003eQ3 (Comparison): OEM vs aftermarket seat latch—why buy genuine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3278\" data-end=\"3281\"\u003eSeat latches are tolerance-sensitive. OEM ensures correct alignment and spring action so the seat locks in one press. Aftermarket pieces often cause repeat “seat not locking” issues due to slight geometry mismatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3497\" data-end=\"3785\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3497\" data-end=\"3548\"\u003eQ4 (Installation): What’s needed to install it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3548\" data-end=\"3551\"\u003eBasic tools (typically spanner\/socket + screwdriver). Replace the latch in the same orientation, torque evenly, and test-lock the seat 5–10 times before riding. If the seat still won’t lock, inspect the lock pin\/seat base for bending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3787\" data-end=\"3985\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3787\" data-end=\"3841\"\u003eQ5 (Symptoms): What problems does this part solve?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3841\" data-end=\"3844\"\u003eSeat not locking, seat opening on bumps, excessive play\/wobble in rider seat, latch not catching, or intermittent locking after washing\/rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3987\" data-end=\"4262\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3987\" data-end=\"4069\"\u003eQ6 (Returns prevention): What should I send you before ordering if I’m unsure?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4069\" data-end=\"4072\"\u003eShare a clear photo of your existing latch (top + side) and your bike model\/year. 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