2015 Enfield Thunderbird 500

Enfield Thunderbird 500 2015


2015 Enfield Thunderbird 500 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Enfield's profilation of this bike
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. Split seats with a removable rear seat that can be used as a luggage carrier.

General information
Model Enfield Thunderbird 500
Year model 2015
Type Classic
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Engine and transmission
Engine size 499.0 ccm (30.45 cubic inches)
Type of engine Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine details Twin spark
Effect 27.2 HP (19.9 kW)) @ 5250 RPM
Torque 41.3 Nm (4.2 kgf-m or 30.5 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM
Compression 8.5:1
Bore x stroke 84.0 x 90.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel system Injection. Keihin EFI
Fuel control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Ignition Digital Electronic Ignition
Lubrication system Wet sump
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet mulitiplate
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Single downtube, using engine as stressed member
Front suspension Telescopic fork
Front wheel travel 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear suspension Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload
Rear wheel travel 80 mm (3.1 inches)
Front tire 90/90-19
Rear tire 120/80-18
Front brakes Single disc. 2-piston calipers
Diameter 280 mm (11.0 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Single-piston
Diameter 240 mm (9.4 inches)
Wheels MRF Zapper FM tires
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 195.0 kg (429.9 pounds)
Seat height 775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Overall length 2060 mm (81.1 inches)
Overall width 895 mm (35.2 inches)
Wheelbase 1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Fuel capacity 20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Blue, gray, silver, black
Starter Electric & kick
Electrical 12 volt, 14 Ah
Light Projection type headlamp, H7 55 / 55 W
Comments Royal Enfield bikes are made in India.
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