Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Royal Enfield Classic 500




Overview Of Royal Enfield Classic - 500cc

The Royal Enfield Bullet has for decades been the byword for rugged, refined icy and a bicycle handcrafted to perfection. The Bullet Classic was unveiled by Royal Enfield at Intermot exhibition in France. They have already launched this mouthwatering classic version of its legendary motorbike abroad. Bullet Classic was first launched in France followed by European launch. But for India Royal Enfield has removed the "Bullet" tag from the name and it is going to be sold as "Royal Enfield Classic" for Indian Market. For India Royal Enfield has launched the Classic in four models -Classic 500.


Distinctive Features Of Royal Enfield Classic
- Wheels - New 18 inch wheels for better ride and handling. Pagani turn signals, Avon Speedmaster tyres. Improved for higher speeds, better handling.
- Headlamp & Tail Lamp - The headlight casing features the "Tiger Eye Lamps" for the bullet look. The headlamp is traditional but with a powerful halogen bulb to provide lovely illumination. Vintage tail lamp assembly features a classic design.
- Fuel Tank, Toolbox & Air Filter Box - Finely crafted tank with post war era graphics and thigh pads make for a vintage look. Hand-polished aluminum castings and hand-lined gas tank. Toolbox with classic design, Air filter box with classic styling.
- Tool Cluster - Speedometer and Fuel warning indicator for the EFI process are integrated in to the die-cast headlight casing. The speedometer features classic English font.
- Chair - Single saddle chair with springs provides maximum comfort for a luxurious and relaxing ride.
- Mudguards - Classic mudguards with stays for that authentic look. Features a deep and wide design for a splash free ride.
- Silencer - Aesthetically designed for short silencer for that 1950's look. Available as an optional accessory for off-road use only.
Looks & Styling Of Royal Enfield Classic
The front number plate, the logo, that classic green colour and 1950s looks. Royal Enfield Classic looks like a post World War II motorbike. Royal Enfield has carefully tweaked the style of the Classic, but retains its retro roots. The round headlamps with his young guard, the analog valves, the individual semi with visible steel springs and deep-drawn fenders of the rear tire result in a successful combination of style elements of the’50s. The front and rear mudguards are of the same looks including the fuel tank and exhaust and headlight casing as well as the same single chair saddle.


Main Styling Elements Of Royal Enfield Classic
- Traditional looking front number plate
- Classic style round headlamp
- Visible steel springs
- Deep-drawn fenders of the rear tire
- 18" Spoke Wheels
- Fuel tank with post war graphics
- Thigh pads and single saddle seat with springs
- Body colored frame

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