2018 Enfield Thunderbird 500. Image credits - Enfield.
Enfield's profilation of this bike
A rear disc brake and retractable foot pegs.
General information
Motorcycle name
Enfield Thunderbird 500
Year model
2018
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. Digital
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)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
197.0 kg (434.3 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 and digital
Electrical
12 volt, 14 Ah
Light
Projection type headlamp, H7 55 / 55 W
Comments
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