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Read about Royal Enfield Bullet 500 bike review. Royal Enfield Bullet 500 motorcycle is a popular motorcycle in India.

Royal Enfield Bullet 500

Royal Enfield Bullet 500
Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is a classic bike having vintage styling and striking. It is an environmentally friendly bike with lower emissions and increased fuel economy. The bike has hand-painted pin stripes, a 5-speed transmission, 7” double leading shoe front brake and dual seat further distinguish this model. The fact that Royal Enfield produces just few hundred bikes every year adds to its status as a niche two-wheeler. As the makers themselves say, it is a machine to aspire for.

Looks and Styling
The bike is available with an option of wind shield complimenting the grand presence of Machismo 500. Hand-polished aluminum castings and hand-lined gas tank accentuate its style. The bike has striking, one-color appearance with hand-painted pinstripes. Machismo 500 is available in only two colors, black and Alberto green. The bike pulls itself like a locomotive, in a smooth and linear manner. With an engine of 500cc, it is among the biggest two-wheelers. A bullet fan could notice more changes in the engine department than anywhere else. And the difference those changes make are felt when one rides the motorcycle.

Control and Comfort
Gas filled shock absorbers ensure smooth riding experience. It has a spacious leather saddle bag with big 19-inch wheels which make driving the bike more comfortable. The bike has telescopic hydraulic absorbers front suspension while the rear suspension has pivoted fork with absorbers.

The grand bike Bullet 500 from Royal Enfield carries a big price tag starting from Rs.1.05 Lakhs.

Engine
Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is equipped with a single cylinder, 4-stroke, 500cc engine. It produces a peak power of 22 bhp @ 5500 rpm and a peak torque of 35.9 Nm @ 3000 rpm. It is an all aluminum air cooled engine teamed with constant vacuum carburetor. It has 280 mm front disc brake and fast-responsive 5 speed gear box.

Engine
Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, OHV, SI Engine, Air Cooled
Displacement 499 cc
Bore x Stroke 84 mm x 90 mm
Max. Power 22 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Max. Torque 35.9 nm @ 3000 rpm
Transmission 4 Speed
Ignition CB point
Carburetor Micarb VM 28
Dimensions
Ground Clearance 140 mm
Width 750 mm
Wheel Base 1370 mm
Length 2120 mm
Height 1080 mm
Tyres
Front 3.25 x 19 4/6 PR
Rear 3.50 x 19 4/6 PR
Electricals
System, Head Lamp 12V, 35 / 35 W
Brakes
Front Drum Brake 280 mm
Rear Drum 6" Dia. Single lead
Speed
Max. Speed 120 kmph
Suspension
Front Telescopic, Hydraulic Damping
Rear Swing Arm with Adjustable and gas filled shock absorbers