2016 Enfield Thunderbird 500

Enfield Thunderbird 500 2016


2016 Enfield Thunderbird 500 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Enfield's profilation of this bike
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.

General information
Model name Enfield Thunderbird 500
Year 2016
Category Classic
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Engine and transmission
Displacement 499.0 ccm (30.45 cubic inches)
Engine type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine details Twin spark
Power 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
Fuel control Overhead Valves (OHV)
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, asphalt
Starter Electric & kick
Instruments Analogue
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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