2016 Royal Enfield Classic 500
2016 Royal Enfield Classic 500

Specs

General Information

Manufacturer
Royal Enfield
Royal Enfield
Model Year
2016
2016
Model
Classic 500
Classic 500
Model Code
CLASSIC500
CLASSIC500
Color
Classic Tan
Classic Tan

Brakes/Wheels/Tires

Brakes

Front - 280 mm disc, 2-piston caliper

Rear - 153 mm drum, single lead internal expanding

Front - 280 mm disc, 2-piston caliper

Rear - 153 mm drum, single lead internal expanding

Tires

Front - 90/90-19 in. - 52V

Rear - 110/80-18 in. - 58V

Front - 90/90-19 in. - 52V

Rear - 110/80-18 in. - 58V

Dimensions

Length
84 in.
84 in.
Height
42.5 in.
42.5 in.
Width
31.5 in.
31.5 in.
Weight
Curb - 429 lb.
Curb - 429 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.5 in.
5.5 in.
Wheelbase
53.5 in.
53.5 in.

Drivetrain

Transmission
Gearbox - 5 speed constant mesh
Gearbox - 5 speed constant mesh

Electrical

Lighting

Head lamp - 60W / 55W, halogen

Tail lamp - 21W / 5W

Head lamp - 60W / 55W, halogen

Tail lamp - 21W / 5W

Engine

Engine
Single cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark
Single cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark
Horsepower
Maximum - 27.2 bhp @ 5,250 rpm
Maximum - 27.2 bhp @ 5,250 rpm
Displacement
499 cc
499 cc
Bore x Stroke
84 x 90 mm
84 x 90 mm
Torque
Maximum - 41.3 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
Maximum - 41.3 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
Compression Ratio
8.5:1
8.5:1
Clutch
Wet, multi-plate
Wet, multi-plate
Fuel System
Keihin Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Keihin Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Starting
Electric / Kick
Electric / Kick
Lubrication
Wet sump
Wet sump
Fuel Capacity
3.5 gal.
3.5 gal.

Operational

Frame
Single downtube, using engine as stressed member
Single downtube, using engine as stressed member
Suspension

Front - Telescopic, 35 mm forks, 130 mm travel

Rear - Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload, 80 mm travel

Front - Telescopic, 35 mm forks, 130 mm travel

Rear - Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload, 80 mm travel

Other

Additional Colors

Classic Black

Classic Tan

Lagoon

Classic Black

Classic Tan

Lagoon

Features

Features

  • ENGINE: 500cc, single cylinder, 4 stroke, spark ignition, air cooled, OHV engine produces 41.3 Nm of torque.
  • HEADLAMP: The headlight casing features the 'Tiger Eye Lamps' for that Bullet look. The headlamp is traditional but with a powerful halogen bulb to provide good illumination.
  • SEAT: Single saddle seat with springs provides maximum comfort for luxurious and relaxing ride.
  • SILENCER: Aesthetically designed short silencer for that 1950's look. Available as an optional accessory for off-road use only.
  • TAIL LIGHTS: Vintage tail lamp assembly features a classic design.
  • TANK: Finely crafted tank with post war era graphics and thigh pads make for a vintage look.
  • TOOL BOX: Tool box with classic design.
  • BRAKES: Front - 19 inch, Rear - 18 inch

Features

  • ENGINE: 500cc, single cylinder, 4 stroke, spark ignition, air cooled, OHV engine produces 41.3 Nm of torque.
  • HEADLAMP: The headlight casing features the 'Tiger Eye Lamps' for that Bullet look. The headlamp is traditional but with a powerful halogen bulb to provide good illumination.
  • SEAT: Single saddle seat with springs provides maximum comfort for luxurious and relaxing ride.
  • SILENCER: Aesthetically designed short silencer for that 1950's look. Available as an optional accessory for off-road use only.
  • TAIL LIGHTS: Vintage tail lamp assembly features a classic design.
  • TANK: Finely crafted tank with post war era graphics and thigh pads make for a vintage look.
  • TOOL BOX: Tool box with classic design.
  • BRAKES: Front - 19 inch, Rear - 18 inch