2016 Royal Enfield Continental GT
2016 Royal Enfield Continental GT

Specs

General Information

Manufacturer
Royal Enfield
Royal Enfield
Model Year
2016
2016
Model
Continental GT
Continental GT
Model Code
CONTINENTALGT
CONTINENTALGT
Color
GT Black
GT Black

Brakes/Wheels/Tires

Brakes

Front - Brembo 300 mm floating disc, 2-piston floating caliper

Rear - 240 mm disc, 1-piston floating caliper

Front - Brembo 300 mm floating disc, 2-piston floating caliper

Rear - 240 mm disc, 1-piston floating caliper

Tires

Front - 100/90-18, 56H Pirelli Sport Demon

Rear - 130/70-18, 63H Pirelli Sport Demon

Front - 100/90-18, 56H Pirelli Sport Demon

Rear - 130/70-18, 63H Pirelli Sport Demon

Dimensions

Length
81.1 in. (2,060 mm)
81.1 in. (2,060 mm)
Height
Without Mirrors - 42.13 in. (1,070 mm)
Without Mirrors - 42.13 in. (1,070 mm)
Width
Without Mirrors - 29.92 in. (760 mm)
Without Mirrors - 29.92 in. (760 mm)
Weight
Curb - 405.7 lbs. (184 kg) (with 90% fuel and oil)
Curb - 405.7 lbs. (184 kg) (with 90% fuel and oil)
Ground Clearance
5.5 in. (140 mm)
5.5 in. (140 mm)
Wheelbase
53.54 in. (1,360 mm)
53.54 in. (1,360 mm)

Drivetrain

Transmission
5-speed constant mesh gearbox
5-speed constant mesh gearbox

Electrical

Battery
12 volt, 14 Ah
12 volt, 14 Ah
Lighting

Headlights - 12V H4 60 / 55 W

Taillights - 12V 21W/5W

Headlights - 12V H4 60 / 55 W

Taillights - 12V 21W/5W

Engine

Engine
1-cylinder, 4-stroke
1-cylinder, 4-stroke
Cooling
Air
Air
Horsepower
29.1 bhp (21.4 kW) @ 5100 rpm
29.1 bhp (21.4 kW) @ 5100 rpm
Displacement
535 cc
535 cc
Bore x Stroke
87 x 90 mm
87 x 90 mm
Torque
44 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
44 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)
Ignition
Digital electronic
Digital electronic
Starting
Electric / kick
Electric / kick
Lubrication
Wet sump
Wet sump
Fuel Capacity
3.57 gal. (13.5 l)
3.57 gal. (13.5 l)

Operational

Frame
Twin downtube cradle
Twin downtube cradle
Suspension

Front - Telescopic, 41 mm forks, 110 mm travel

Rear - Paioli, twin gas charged shock absorbers with adjustable preload, 80 mm travel

Front - Telescopic, 41 mm forks, 110 mm travel

Rear - Paioli, twin gas charged shock absorbers with adjustable preload, 80 mm travel

Other

Additional Colors
GT Red, GT Yellow
GT Red, GT Yellow

Features

Special Features

  • ENGINE: Fuel Injected 535cc unit Construction Engine, 29.1 bhp power, 44Nm torque, lighter flywheel along-with improved power-to-weight ratio gives the Continental GT that extra responsiveness, punch and agility.
  • SEAT: Crouched and close yet ergonomic riding posture for sporty, effortless maneuverability and a fun ride. The sculpted seat with contrast stitching allows you to gather accurate feedback from the road.
  • EXHAUST: Tweaked Exhaust for superior performance and the signature engine roar.
  • TANK: The chiseled fuel tank is recessed to tuck in the knees and get the sporty ergonomic riding stance. New age technology and traditional Royal Enfield heritage has been mated seamlessly thus making the Continental GT looks fantastic while riding or parked; and it’s bound to put a smile on your face anytime you lay eyes on it.
  • FRONT TIRE: The 100/90 x 18 inch Pirelli sport demon tyre used on the front is completely new mounted on a lightweight but strong hub. This allows the riders to confidently ride on the road and the track, whatever the choice.
  • BRAKES: The braking is handled by a massive 300mm floating disc up front from Brembo and a matched 240mm disc is used at the rear.
  • CLUSTER: Sleek backlit instrument cluster so you’ll know exactly when you do the Ton in day or night in analog and digital
  • ECU: The ECU has been re-mapped for enhanced performance and is more responsive than before.
  • FOOT REST: Foot rests and controls placed further back for a sporty riding position in sync with traditional Café Racer styling.
  • FRAME: Nimble, flex-free double cradle frame for superior rigidity and razor-sharp handling that makes the Continental GT respond naturally and instantaneously to the body. An expert or beginner can have a lot of fun whether on a race track or on their favorite set of ‘twisties’.
  • FRONT MUDGUARD: Stylish lightweight cropped front mudguard co-ordinated with a matching rear one.
  • HANDLE BAR: This drastically different seat and adjustable clip on handlebars are intended to allow the rider to spread himself across the tank, really becoming one with the ride.
  • REAR TIRE: The 130/70 x 18 inch Pirelli sport demon tyre doing duty at the back is completely new with lightweight and strong hub and wider rim. This allows the riders to confidently ride on the road and the track, whatever the choice.
  • SUSPENSION: The front gets revised shock absorbers with new internals, and features a traditional fork brace. On the rear exists matched gas charged shock absorbers from Paioli.

Special Features

  • ENGINE: Fuel Injected 535cc unit Construction Engine, 29.1 bhp power, 44Nm torque, lighter flywheel along-with improved power-to-weight ratio gives the Continental GT that extra responsiveness, punch and agility.
  • SEAT: Crouched and close yet ergonomic riding posture for sporty, effortless maneuverability and a fun ride. The sculpted seat with contrast stitching allows you to gather accurate feedback from the road.
  • EXHAUST: Tweaked Exhaust for superior performance and the signature engine roar.
  • TANK: The chiseled fuel tank is recessed to tuck in the knees and get the sporty ergonomic riding stance. New age technology and traditional Royal Enfield heritage has been mated seamlessly thus making the Continental GT looks fantastic while riding or parked; and it’s bound to put a smile on your face anytime you lay eyes on it.
  • FRONT TIRE: The 100/90 x 18 inch Pirelli sport demon tyre used on the front is completely new mounted on a lightweight but strong hub. This allows the riders to confidently ride on the road and the track, whatever the choice.
  • BRAKES: The braking is handled by a massive 300mm floating disc up front from Brembo and a matched 240mm disc is used at the rear.
  • CLUSTER: Sleek backlit instrument cluster so you’ll know exactly when you do the Ton in day or night in analog and digital
  • ECU: The ECU has been re-mapped for enhanced performance and is more responsive than before.
  • FOOT REST: Foot rests and controls placed further back for a sporty riding position in sync with traditional Café Racer styling.
  • FRAME: Nimble, flex-free double cradle frame for superior rigidity and razor-sharp handling that makes the Continental GT respond naturally and instantaneously to the body. An expert or beginner can have a lot of fun whether on a race track or on their favorite set of ‘twisties’.
  • FRONT MUDGUARD: Stylish lightweight cropped front mudguard co-ordinated with a matching rear one.
  • HANDLE BAR: This drastically different seat and adjustable clip on handlebars are intended to allow the rider to spread himself across the tank, really becoming one with the ride.
  • REAR TIRE: The 130/70 x 18 inch Pirelli sport demon tyre doing duty at the back is completely new with lightweight and strong hub and wider rim. This allows the riders to confidently ride on the road and the track, whatever the choice.
  • SUSPENSION: The front gets revised shock absorbers with new internals, and features a traditional fork brace. On the rear exists matched gas charged shock absorbers from Paioli.