The Classic 500 Redditch Series was the new special edition model from Royal Enfield, presented in three new colours: Redditch Red, Redditch Green and Redditch Blue.
These new colours were inspired by the paint schemes of the 1950s-era Royal Enfield motorcycles that were produced in Redditch UK, - the birthplace of Royal Enfield motorcycles. Apart from the new colours, the Classic 350 Redditch series bikes featured the Royal Enfield Redditch monogram, first used in 1939 on the prototype of the 125cc 'Royal Baby' - a two-stroke motorcycle. The new Classic 500cc Redditch series was priced at £4,699 on the road. (Now discontinued) |
Royal Enfield Redditch: General Specification
ENGINE:
Type: Single Cylinder, 4 stroke Displacement: 499cc Bore x stroke: 84mm x 90mm Compression Ratio: 8.5:1 Maximum Power: 27.2 bhp @ 5250 rpm Maximum Torque: 41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm Ignition System: Digital Electronic Ignition Clutch: Wet, multi-plate Gearbox: 5 Speed Constant Mesh Lubrication: Wet sump Engine Oil: 15 W 50 API, SL Grade JASO MA Fuel Supply: Keihin Electronic Fuel Injection Air Cleaner: Paper Element Engine Start: Electric and Kick |
BRAKES & TYRES:
Tyres Front: 90/90 - 18 Tyres Rear: 110/80 - 18 Brakes Front: 280mm Disc, 2-Piston caliper DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 1370 mm Ground Clearance: 135 mm Length: 2180 mm Width: 800 mm Height: 1050 mm Kerb Weight: 187 Kg (with 90% Fuel & Oil) Fuel Capacity: 14.5 ± 1 Ltr |
CHASSIS & SUSPENSION:
Type: Single downtube, using engine as stressed member Front suspension: Telescopic, 35mm forks, 130mm travel Rear suspension: Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload, 80mm travel |
ELECTRICAL:
Electrical System: 12 volt - DC Battery: 12 volt, 14 Ah Head Lamp: 60 W / 55 W, HALOGEN Tail Lamp: 21 W / 5 W |