| 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. |
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General information |
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Model name
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Enfield Thunderbird 500 |
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Year
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2016 |
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Category
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Classic |
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Engine and transmission |
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Displacement
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499.0 ccm (30.45 cubic inches) |
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Engine type
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Single cylinder, four-stroke |
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Engine details
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Twin spark |
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Power
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27.2 HP (19.9 kW)) @ 5250 RPM |
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Torque
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41.3 Nm (4.2 kgf-m or 30.5 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM |
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Compression
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8.5:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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84.0 x 90.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches) |
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Fuel system
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Injection. Keihin |
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Fuel control
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Overhead Valves (OHV) |
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Lubrication system
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Wet sump |
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Cooling system
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Air |
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Gearbox
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5-speed |
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Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
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Clutch
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Wet mulitiplate |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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Single downtube, using engine as stressed member |
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Front suspension
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Telescopic fork |
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Front wheel travel
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130 mm (5.1 inches) |
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Rear suspension
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Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload |
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Rear wheel travel
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80 mm (3.1 inches) |
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Front tire
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90/90-19 |
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Rear tire
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120/80-18 |
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Front brakes
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Single disc. 2-piston calipers |
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Diameter
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280 mm (11.0 inches) |
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Rear brakes
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Single disc. Single-piston |
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Diameter
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240 mm (9.4 inches) |
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Wheels
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MRF Zapper FM tires |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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195.0 kg (429.9 pounds) |
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Seat height
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775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
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Overall height
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1300 mm (51.2 inches) |
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Overall length
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2060 mm (81.1 inches) |
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Overall width
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895 mm (35.2 inches) |
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Wheelbase
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1350 mm (53.1 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons) |
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Other specifications |
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Color options
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Blue, gray, silver, black, asphalt |
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Starter
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Electric & kick |
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Instruments
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Analogue |
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Electrical
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12 volt, 14 Ah |
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Light
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Projection type headlamp, H7 55 / 55 W |
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Comments
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Royal Enfield bikes are made in India. |
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