2016 Royal Enfield Classic Desert Storm
2016 Royal Enfield Classic Desert Storm

Specs

General Information

Manufacturer
Royal Enfield
Royal Enfield
Model Year
2016
2016
Model
Classic Desert Storm
Classic Desert Storm
Model Code
CLASSICDESERTSTORM
CLASSICDESERTSTORM
Color
Desert Storm
Desert Storm

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
85.04 in. (2,160 mm)
85.04 in. (2,160 mm)
Height
44.09 in. (1,050 mm)
44.09 in. (1,050 mm)
Width
31.5 in. (800 mm)
31.5 in. (800 mm)
Weight
Curb - 412.3 lbs. (187 kg) (with 90% fuel and oil)
Curb - 412.3 lbs. (187 kg) (with 90% fuel and oil)
Ground Clearance
5.32 in. (135 mm)
5.32 in. (135 mm)
Wheelbase
53.94 in. (1,370 mm)
53.94 in. (1,370 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 - 60 W / 55 W, halogen

Taillights - 21 W / 5 W

Headlights - 60 W / 55 W, halogen

Taillights - 21 W / 5 W

Engine

Engine
1-cylinder, 4-stroke, twinspark
1-cylinder, 4-stroke, twinspark
Cooling
Air
Air
Displacement
499 cc
499 cc
Bore x Stroke
84 x 90 mm
84 x 90 mm
Torque
41.3 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
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)
Ignition
Digital electronic
Digital electronic
Starting
Electric / Kick
Electric / Kick
Lubrication
Wet sump
Wet sump
Fuel Capacity
3.83 gal. (14.5 l)
3.83 gal. (14.5 l)

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, 80mm travel

Front - Telescopic, 35 mm forks, 130 mm travel

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

Features

Special Features

  • ENGINE: 500cc, single cylinder, 4 stroke, spark ignition, air cooled, OHV engine produces 41.3 Nm of torque.
  • HEADLAMP: Headlight casing features the “Tiger Eye Lamps” for the Bullet look. The headlamp is traditional but with a powerful halogen bulb to provide good illumination.
  • HOOD: Speedometer and Fuel warning indicator for the EFI system are integrated into the die-cast headlight casing. The speedometer features classic English font.
  • SEAT: Single saddle seat with springs provides maximum comfort for a luxurious and relaxing ride.
  • SILENCER: Aesthetically designed short silencer for that 1950’s look. Available as an optional accessory for off-road use only.
  • TANK: Finely crafted tank with post war era graphics and thigh pads make for a vintage look.
  • WHEEL: Front - 19 in., Rear - 18 in.

Special Features

  • ENGINE: 500cc, single cylinder, 4 stroke, spark ignition, air cooled, OHV engine produces 41.3 Nm of torque.
  • HEADLAMP: Headlight casing features the “Tiger Eye Lamps” for the Bullet look. The headlamp is traditional but with a powerful halogen bulb to provide good illumination.
  • HOOD: Speedometer and Fuel warning indicator for the EFI system are integrated into the die-cast headlight casing. The speedometer features classic English font.
  • SEAT: Single saddle seat with springs provides maximum comfort for a luxurious and relaxing ride.
  • SILENCER: Aesthetically designed short silencer for that 1950’s look. Available as an optional accessory for off-road use only.
  • TANK: Finely crafted tank with post war era graphics and thigh pads make for a vintage look.
  • WHEEL: Front - 19 in., Rear - 18 in.