Royal Enfield BULLET 500 EFI: review, history, specs

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Royal Enfield BULLET 500 EFI
Manufacturer
Production 2015
Class Classic
Engine
Single cylimder, four stroke, air-cooled
Bore / Stroke 83.8mm x 83.8mm
Compression ratio 8.5:1
Horsepower 28.03 HP (20.9 KW) @ 5200RPM
Torque 30.24 ft/lbs (41.0 Nm) @ 4000RPM
Fuel System Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission Gear box: 5-Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Clutch: Wet multi-plate
Suspension Front: Telescopic fork, 35 mm
Rear: Twin shocks, gas charged with 5-step adjustable preload
Brakes Front: Single disc 280mm
Rear: Drum 152mm
Front Tire 3.25 x 19
Rear Tire 3.50 x 19
Wheelbase 53.9 inches (1369 mm)
Length 86.61 inches (2200 mm)
Width 31.5 inches (800 mm)
Seat Height 31.5 inches (800 mm)
Weight 187.0 kg (wet)
Manuals Service Manual


The Royal Enfield BULLET 500 EFI was a Single cylimder, four stroke, air-cooled Classic motorcycle produced by Royal Enfield in 2015. Max torque was 30.24 ft/lbs (41.0 Nm) @ 4000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 28.03 HP (20.9 KW) @ 5200 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 83.8mm bore x 83.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 499.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3.25 x 19 front tire and a 3.50 x 19 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single disc 280mm in the front and a Drum 152mm in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic fork, 35 mm while the rear was equipped with a Twin shocks, gas charged with 5-step adjustable preload. The wheelbase was 53.9 inches (1369 mm) long.

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The Bullet 500 EFI is the culmination of over 8 decades of legacy, of the longest running model in continuous production. Since 1932 the Bullet has mesmerized thousands all over the world with its unique styling and one of its kind feel of ride feel. The Bullet 500 EFI is a seamless pairing of the majestic Bullet styling, performance and reliability with the new technology elements like the Electronic Fuel Injection synergized seamlessly with the period styling.