Royal Enfield THUNDERBIRD 500: history, specs, pictures
| Royal Enfield THUNDERBIRD 500 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 2016 |
| Class | Classic |
| Engine | Single cylinder, four stroke, Twinspark, air-cooled |
| Bore / Stroke | 83.8mm x 83.8mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.5:1 |
| Horsepower | 27.22 HP (20.3 KW) @ 5250RPM |
| Torque | 30.24 ft/lbs (41.0 Nm) @ 4000RPM |
| Fuel System | Keihin Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-Speed Constant Mesh Final Drive: Chain |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks 41mm, 130mm travel Rear: Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload, 80mm travel |
| Brakes | Front: 280mm Disc, 2-Piston caliper Rear: 240mm Disc, Single piston caliper |
| Front Tire | 90/90-19 |
| Rear Tire | 120/80-18 |
| Wheelbase | 53.11 inches (1349 mm) |
| Length | 81.1 inches (2060 mm) |
| Width | 31.1 inches (790 mm) |
| Seat Height | 30.51 inches (775 mm) |
| Weight | 195.0 kg (wet) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Royal Enfield THUNDERBIRD 500 was a Single cylinder, four stroke, Twinspark, air-cooled Classic motorcycle produced by Royal Enfield in 2016. Max torque was 30.24 ft/lbs (41.0 Nm) @ 4000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 27.22 HP (20.3 KW) @ 5250 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 Constant Mesh transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 90/90-19 front tire and a 120/80-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 280mm Disc, 2-Piston caliper in the front and a 240mm Disc, Single piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks 41mm, 130mm travel while the rear was equipped with a Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload, 80mm travel. The wheelbase was 53.11 inches (1349 mm) long.
2016 Royal Enfield THUNDERBIRD 500[edit | edit source]
The all new Royal Enfield Thunderbird now with a powerful 500 cc engine, a 20 litre tank, digital meter console, LED tail lamps and in three striking shades of black gives a new definition to Highway cruising.
Perhaps one of the most anticipated models from the Royal Enfield stable, Thunderbird 500 is poised to enhance the pleasure of leisure motorcycling amongst the touring enthusiasts. Coming soon from Royal Enfield this motorcycle with its distinctive "black" styling, this motorcycle is all set to make a distinct statement on the roads.