2013 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

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2013 Royal Enfield Bullet 500
2013 Royal Enfield Bullet 500

The Bullet 500 is 8 decades old and it is the longest running motorcycle in continuous production(since 1932). The 2013 version features a new 280MM front disc brake, a new metal front mudguard, rear mudguard, petrol tank with hand painted pin striping and headlamp nacelle, housing speedometer and ammeter, unique only to the Bullet.

 

SPECIFICATIONS

 

ENGINE

TypeSingle Cylinder, 4 stroke
Displacement499cc
Bore x stroke84mm x 90mm
Compression Ratio8.5 : 1
Maximum Power27.2 bhp @ 5250 rpm
Maximum Torque41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Ignition SystemDigital Electronic Ignition
ClutchWet, multi-plate
Gearbox5 Speed Constant Mesh
LubricationWet sump
Engine Oil15 W 50 API, SL Grade JASO MA
Fuel SupplyKeihin Electronic Fuel Injection
Air CleanerPaper Element
Engine StartElectric/Kick

CHASSIS & SUSPENSION

TypeSingle downtube, using engine as stressed member
Front suspensionTelescopic, 35mm forks, 130mm travel
Rear suspensionTwin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload, 80mm travel

DIMENSIONS

Wheelbase1370 mm
Ground Clearance135 mm
Length2200 mm
Width800 mm
Height1120 mm
Kerb Weight187 Kg (with 90% Fuel & Oil)
Fuel Capacity14.5 Ltr (3.2Gallon)

BRAKES & TYRES

Tyres Fr.3.25 x 19
Tyres Rr.3.50 x 19
Brakes Front280mm Disc, 2-Piston caliper
Brakes Rear153mm Drum, Single Lead Internal Expanding

ELECTRICALS

Tail Lamp21 W / 5 W
Turn Signal Lamp–
Electrical System12 volt – DC
Battery12 volt, 14 Ah
Head Lamp60 W / 55 W, HALOGEN

 

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