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Royal Enfield owned by Eicher-Motors will be treating Indian with its new much-awaited international models including the new Bullet Classic C5 by 2010. Popular models sold in the US include Bullet G5 Classic (EFI), Bullet G5 Military and Bullet 500 Deluxe.
Royal Enfield is currently working on the changes to meet the Indian conditions and people over here already customized their bullets by local workshops to sport the looks of its International variants. There is a dormant demand for the International models of Royal Enfield in India. These models are homologized in Europe and the US to meet their specific rules and regulations connected to emissions and safety.
Royal Enfield will leverage on the success of its Thunderbird motorcycle by launching two models based on the same engine platform. Both the motorcycles are expected to be introduced by March 2010. Thunderbird is its most popular model in the metros. It sells 600 units monthly. In the non-metros, Bullet Electra – which also has the same engine category – sells about 1,000 units a month. Almost 90 per cent of its sales in the domestic market are through 350cc bikes.
The Chennai-based company will also increase the annual production capacity from 44000 units to 60000 per annum by next year. The investment for increasing would worth Rs 25 Crores.
Royal Enfield launches the Bullet Classic 500 EFI today in Delhi, India. Bullet Classic 500 EFI sports a powerful 500cc engine that generates a powerful 27.5bhp and 41.3 Nm of peak torque that comes with a Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI).
Royal Enfield Bullet Classic 500 EFI Features:
* New 18" wheels for better ride and handling
* Tiger Eye Lamps for that bullet look
* Powerful halogen bulb to provide good illumination
* Post war era graphics and thigh pads for a vintage look
* Toolbox with classic design
* Single saddle seat with springs provides maximum comfort for luxurious and relaxing ride
* Air filter box with classic styling
* Classic mudguards with stays for that authentic look and Deep and wide design for splash free ride
* Vintage tail lamp assembly features a classic design
* Aesthetically designed short silencer for that 1950s look (optional)
Royal Enfield Bullet Classic 500 EFI Technical Specifications:
* Engine: Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Spark Ignition, Air Cooled, OHV
* Cubic Capacity: 499 cc
* Bore x Stroke (mm): 84×90
* Compression Ratio: 8.5:1
* Air Cleaner: Paper Element
* Engine Output/Torque: 27.2 BHP @ 5250rpm / 41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm
* Starting: Electronic & Kick Start
* Engine Oil Grade / Qty: 15W 50 API, SL Grade Jaso MA
* Engine Oil Tank Capacity: 2.75 Ltr
* Lubrication: Wet Sump, Forced Lubrication
* Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
* Electrical System: 12V System
* Ignition: Electronic Ignition
* Headlamp 12 V60/55W;
* Tail lamp 21/5W
* Starter Motor: 12V, 0.9 KW, Denso
* Fuel Capacity: 13.5 Ltr
* Suspension - Front: Telescopic, Hydraulic Damping, Stroke 130mm
* Suspension - Rear: Swing Arm with Gas Shock Absorbers, Stroke 80mm
* Brakes Front: Hydraulic 280mm Disc brake
* Brakes Rear: Foot Operated 15mmm single Lead Internal Expanding
* Tires Front: 90/90 - 18
* Tires Rear: 110/90 - 18
* Dimension L x W x B (mm): 2130 x 800 x 1050
* Wheel Base: 1370 mm
* Ground Clearance: 140mm
* Seat/Saddle Height: 800mm
* Weight: 187kg (with 90% fuel & oil)
Royal Enfield Bullet Classic 500 EFI Colors:
* Blue
* Red
* Black
* Grey
Royal Enfield Bullet Classic 500 EFI Price Details: (Ex-Showroom, Delhi)
* Royal Enfield Classic 500 is priced Rs1,24,000 (ex-showroom Delhi
Royal Enfield Bullet Classic 500 EFI Pictures:
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