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)

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Royal Enfield Redditch: General Specification

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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:
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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