2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500es Military

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2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500es Military

– 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500es Military

2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500es Military

The rugged Military model has seen extended duty on several fronts over the years and is now a prize for military enthusiasts throughout the world.

This highly-unusual motorcycle is painted olive drab and comes standard with metal panniers (saddlebags) and crash bars, a unique look that harkens back to World War II.

FEATURES:

Electric start and a kick starter standard

Featuring metal panniers (saddlebags) and crash bars standard

Hand-polished aluminum castings and hand-lined gas tank

Only offered in matte olive drab

SPECIFICATIONS USA – 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet 500es Military:
$5195 MSRP

Engine Four Stroke, OHV
Bore & Stroke 8.4 cm x 9.0 cm
Cubic Capacity 499 cc
Compression Ratio 6.5 to 1
Engine Output/Torque 22 BHP @ 5400 RPM
Electrical 12 volts
Ignition Battery & Coil
Lubrication Dry Sump
Positive Plunger Type
Clutch Multi-plate
Oil-immersed
Transmission 5 Speed
Constant Mesh
Gear Shift Lever-Operated
1 Down & 4 Up
Suspension – Front Telescopic Hydraulic
Suspension – Rear Twin Shock Absorbers
Brakes- Front Twin Lead – Drum 7”
Brakes- Rear Drum 6”
Pedal-operated (right side)
Tires – Front 3.25 x 19
Tires – Rear 3.50 x 19
Tank Capacity 3.8 gallons
Reserve 0.33 gallons
Fuel Consumption 70 mpg
Dimension – L x W x B 82.25 x 27.25 x 41.5 in
Wheel Base 53.5 inches
Ground Clearance 5.5 inches
Seat Height 30 inches
Maximum Speed 75 mph
Dry Weight 370 lbs

Specifications and features are subject to change