"Harking back to the ‘G2’ Bullet of the early 1950's, Royal Enfield’s newest model retained the British style that is inextricably linked to the world’s oldest motorcycle manufacturer.
With its highly polished and detailed engine cases, 18” wheels and two-tone paint scheme the Bullet Classic exuded authentic charm and the exhaust note didn't disappoint either. Solo saddle with pillion seat were supplied as standard.
The Royal Enfield Classic range comprised:
With its highly polished and detailed engine cases, 18” wheels and two-tone paint scheme the Bullet Classic exuded authentic charm and the exhaust note didn't disappoint either. Solo saddle with pillion seat were supplied as standard.
The Royal Enfield Classic range comprised:
- Classic (see below)
- Classic Chrome
- Battle Green, Desert Storm and Squadron Blue
- Despatch
- Stealth
- Pegasus
Classic 500: General Specification
Engine: Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke
Capacity: 499cc
Bore and stroke: 84 x 90mm
Maximum Torque: 41.3Nm @ 4000rpm
Power: 20.3KW, 28bhp @ 5250 rpm
Ignition system: Electronic
Fuel Feed: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Transmission: 5-speed gearbox with left foot gear change
Petrol Tank Capacity: 14.5 litres/2L reserve
Fuel Consumption: 79.6 mpg (Under Euro III test conditions)
Clutch: 7-plate wet clutch
Braking System: Front – 280mm Disc (dual channel ABS); rear – 240mm Disc
Suspension: Telescopic front forks, Gas filled rear shocks
Dimensions Length: 2160mm
Dimensions Width: 800mm
Dimensions Height: 1050mm
Seat Height: 790mm
Wheel Base: 1370mm
Ground Clearance: 140mm
Weight Kerb (with fuel): 187kg
Tyres: Front – 90 x 90 – 18", Rear – 110 x 80 x 18"
Electrics: 12V System
Fuel: Unleaded Petrol
Rake/Trail: 26°/72mm
Capacity: 499cc
Bore and stroke: 84 x 90mm
Maximum Torque: 41.3Nm @ 4000rpm
Power: 20.3KW, 28bhp @ 5250 rpm
Ignition system: Electronic
Fuel Feed: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Transmission: 5-speed gearbox with left foot gear change
Petrol Tank Capacity: 14.5 litres/2L reserve
Fuel Consumption: 79.6 mpg (Under Euro III test conditions)
Clutch: 7-plate wet clutch
Braking System: Front – 280mm Disc (dual channel ABS); rear – 240mm Disc
Suspension: Telescopic front forks, Gas filled rear shocks
Dimensions Length: 2160mm
Dimensions Width: 800mm
Dimensions Height: 1050mm
Seat Height: 790mm
Wheel Base: 1370mm
Ground Clearance: 140mm
Weight Kerb (with fuel): 187kg
Tyres: Front – 90 x 90 – 18", Rear – 110 x 80 x 18"
Electrics: 12V System
Fuel: Unleaded Petrol
Rake/Trail: 26°/72mm
Video: Haywards Royal Enfield Classic Efi (2009)
Video: Royal Enfield Classic review: Los Angeles Times (2014)