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Royal Enfield Classic 500

Royal Enfield Classic 500 is a cruiser bike with the last known price range of Rs. 1,50,800 - Rs. 2,01,626 in India. It had 5 variants. It had a user reported mileage of 33 kmpl. It came with both front and rear disc brakes.

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Key specs
  • Displacement499 cc
  • Mileage - Owner Reported33 kmpl
  • Transmission5 Speed Manual

Last known Avg. Ex-showroom price

₹ 2,01,626

Royal Enfield Classic 500 is now discontinued in India.

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Royal Enfield Classic 500 Summary

Classic 500 key highlights

Engine Capacity 499 cc
Mileage Owner Reported Mileage: BikeWale collects mileage information from bike owners to provide you with the actual mileage that you might get. 33 kmpl
Transmission 5 Speed Manual
Kerb Weight 187 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 15 litres
Max Power 27 bhp

About Classic 500

The Classic 500 motorcycle is a part of Royal Enfield’s Retro Street series. The bike sports retro styling that distinguishes itself from the rest of the motorcycles on the road today. The Classic range is the highest selling motorcycle in Royal Enfield’s range. Don’t be surprised if a dealer asks you to wait for six months before you get your bike.

The Classic 500 is powered by a 499cc single-cylinder Twinspark engine that produces 27.2bhp at 5250rpm and a maximum torque of 41.3Nm at 4000rpm. This engine is mated to a five-speed gearbox that transfers power to the rear wheel via a chain drive. It gets Keihin electronic fuel injection, helping the motorcycle deliver linear power and torque. It gets both an electric as well as a kickstart. A rear disc brake and ABS have recently been introduced to the range.

Royal Enfield sells the Classic 500 in three colours –tan, black and silver. It is priced at Rs 1.85 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
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Royal Enfield Classic 500 Expert Opinion

  • Good Things

    • Engine churns out good torque
    • Posses great road presence
    • Quite decently priced
  • Could be Better

    • Gets outdated hardware
    • Poor front brake

BikeWale's Take

The Classic 500 is a one good looking motorcycle. It is powered by motor that is known for good torque, and performance. The bike is known to offer good comfort for long distance rides. However, it gets some outdated hardware. 

Royal Enfield Classic 500 mileage

As reported by Classic 500 owners, the real mileage of Royal Enfield Classic 500 is 33 kmpl.

Classic 500 mileage details
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Classic 500 Specifications & Features

Specifications

  • Power & Performance

    Displacement Engine displacement is the measure of the cylinder volume swept by the pistons of an internal combustion engine. It indicates the engine size. 499 cc

    Max Power 27.2 bhp @ 5,250 rpm

    Max Torque 41.3 Nm @ 4,000 rpm

    Stroke Stroke indicates the number of engine cycles during which a piston travels from top to bottom. 90 mm

    Valves Per Cylinder Valves per cylinder indicate the intake (fuel) and outlet (exhaust of combustion gases) of an engine. 2

    Compression Ratio A compression ratio suggests the degree to which the fuel mixture is compressed before ignition. 8.5 : 1

    Mileage - ARAI ARAI certified fuel economy that has been tested under controlled conditions. --

    Mileage - Owner Reported This is the fuel economy registered by Bikewale followers. 33 kmpl

    Riding Range The total range that a vehicle can travel on a full tank of fuel. 445.5 Km

    Top Speed The maximum speed that a vehicle can achieve. --

    Transmission 5 Speed Manual

    Transmission Type The transmission type will tell the kind of transmission a two-wheeler has. Chain Drive

    Gear Shifting Pattern Gear Shifting Pattern --

    Cylinders The number of cylinders that an engine features. Most two-wheelers sold in the Indian market feature a single-cylinder. 1

    Bore Bore is the diameter of each cylinder. 84 mm

    Ignition Ignition indicates to the type of starting system that a vehicle uses. --

    Spark Plugs A spark plug is a device for firing the explosive mixture. 2 Per Cylinder

    Cooling System The cooling system suggests the cooling mechanism that a motor uses. The types include air, oil, or liquid. Air Cooled

    Clutch The clutch disengages or engages the engine from the transmission. --

    Fuel Delivery System --

    Fuel Tank Capacity The capacity of a vehicle to store fuel. 13.5 litres

    Reserve Fuel Capacity Reserve fuel is part of the main tank that is used when a vehicle is running low on petrol/diesel. 2.5 litres

    Emission Standard Emission standards indicate the output from the exhaust that is permissible in a country. BS4

    Fuel Type Fuel Type is the type of fuel that an engine uses to operate. The different types include petrol, diesel, electric, and ethanol among others. Petrol

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  • Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

    Front Suspension Front suspension usually includes telescopic forks. Telescopic, 35mm Forks, 130mm Travel

    Rear Suspension Rear suspension setup mostly uses a rear mono-shock. Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjus

    Braking System Braking system is used to reduce the speed of the vehicle or bring it to a standstill. Dual Channel ABS

    Rear Wheel Size Rear wheel size indicates the diameter of the rear wheel. 18 inch

    Front Tyre Size Front tyre size indicate the profile of the front tyre. 90/90 - 19(Domestic), 90/90 - 18(Export)

    Rear Tyre Size Rear tyre size indicates the profile of the rear tyre. 120/80 - 18(Domestic), 110/80 - 18(Export)

    Front Brake Type Most vehicles feature a disc brake at the front although some commuter segment products come with a drum setup. Disc

    Front Brake Size Front brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 280 mm

    Rear Brake Type Most vehicles come with a drum brake setup at the back although higher spec models feature a disc brake at the rear. Disc

    Rear Brake Size Rear brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 240 mm

    Calliper Type 2-Piston Caliper

    Wheel Type Wheel types include two types - Wire-spoke and Alloy wheels. Spoke

    Front Wheel Size Front wheel size indicates the diameter of the front wheel. 19 inch

    Tyre Type Tyre types are divided into two - Tubeless and Tube Type. Tubed

    Radial Tyres Radial tyres use steel belts that run at a 90-degree angle with the tread line. No

    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) --

    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) --

    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) --

    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) --

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  • Dimensions & Chassis

    Kerb Weight Kerb weight of the motorcycle is the total weight of a vehicle that is ready for operation. It includes all standard equipment and necessary consumables. 190 kg

    Seat Height The seat height is the height of the rider's saddle from the ground. 800 mm

    Ground Clearance The ground clearance is the distance between the ground and the lowest point of a vehicle. 135 mm

    Overall Width Total width of the vehicle. 790 mm

    Overall Height Overall height is the tallest point of a motorcycle, usually the mirror or the top of a windscreen. 1,090 mm

    Wheelbase The wheelbase is the distance between the front and the rear wheel. 1,360 mm

    Overall Length Overall length of the vehicle is the total length of a two-wheeler from the front to the back. 2,140 mm

    Chassis Type The chassis type is the primary/main frame of a two-wheeler. Single Downtube,Using Engine As Stressed Member

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  • Manufacturer Warranty

    Standard Warranty --

    Standard Warranty --

Features

Odometer Odometer keeps the track of the total kilometres travelled by a vehicle in its lifetime. Analogue

Speedometer Speedometer gives an indication of the current speed at which a vehicle is travelling. Analogue

Fuel Guage Fuel guage indicates the level of fuel available in the tank of a vehicle. Yes

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)--

Shift LightNo

Headlight Type--

Digital Fuel Guage Digital fuel guage shows the information about the fuel level in a vehicle through a digital display. No

Tachometer Tachometer shows the real-time reading of the revs per minute (RPM) at which the engine is operating. --

Stand Alarm Stand alarm notifies the rider if the side stand of the vehicle is engaged. Some vehicles comes with a side stand cut-off feature that does not allow the motor to start until the side stand is lifted. Yes

No. of Tripmeters No of tripmeters indicate the total number of trip meters that a vehicle's instrument cluster features. Usually, premium vehicles come with two trip meters, while budget two-wheelers feature a single trip meter. --

Tripmeter Type Tripmeters are available in two type - analogue and digital. The analogue unit usually features a single trip meter while a digital display may come with two trip meters. --

Low Fuel Indicator Low fuel indicator aims to remind the rider that the vehicle is running low on fuel, and it should be refueled soon. Yes

Low Oil Indicator Low oil indicator is a warning light that indicates that the engine is running lower oil than required to operate. Yes

Low Battery Indicator Low battery indicator suggests that the battery of the vehicle has lost a substantial amount of charge. Yes

Clock Clock is used to display time through the instrument cluster. This feature comes in motorcycles with a digital display. No

Battery Battery in a petrol-powered vehicle is used to support the self-start system, power the clock, and the USB charger. 12 volt, 14 Ah

Front storage box --

Under seat storage --

Mobile App Connectivity Mobile App Connectivity connects the smartphone to the instrument cluster via Bluetooth to offer access to features such as incoming calls, messages, and music. --

DRLs (Daytime running lights) Daytime Running Lights, as the name suggest, are the lights that stay ON when the main headlight is switched off. This feature makes a vehicle easily visible in the rear view mirror of other vehicles. --

Brake/Tail Light--

Turn Signal--

Pass LightYes

GPS & Navigation--

USB charging port--

Start TypeElectric Start

KillswitchNo

Stepped SeatNo

Pillion BackrestNo

Pillion GrabrailNo

Pillion SeatNo

Pillion FootrestNo

Additional features--

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Royal Enfield Classic 500 User Reviews

4.7 340 ratings 97 reviews
  • 4

    Visual Appeal

  • 4

    Reliability

  • 4

    Performance

  • 4

    Comfort

  • 4

    Service Experience

  • 5

    Maintenance cost

  • 5

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  •  4Made like a gun !! goes like a bullet 9 months ago by Vijay Wanjari, Pune

    I am riding this beast for the last 12 years on the streets of pune for my daily commute to the office, practically doing anything whenever I go out. Strong built, reliable, good torque helps you cut the city traffic. City mileage ~ 28kmpl. Servicing costs ~ 3500 to 400

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    • Used it for

      Everything

    • Owned for

      > 1 yr

    • Ridden for

      > 15000 kms

    • Got mileage of

      30 kmpl

  •  3Royal enfield classic 350 model review after driving 50000 kms 1 year ago by Pallav Tyagi, New Delhi

    - Previously rates were good but nowadays its too much expensive as compared to performance - comfortable to ride on long route good grips on road - good look compared to other cruise bike of this price range. - service & maintenance is way too high as you have to pay s

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    • Used it for

      Daily Commute

    • Owned for

      > 1 yr

    • Ridden for

      > 15000 kms

    • Got mileage of

      35 kmpl

  •  5I can name it as flyers on road 1 year ago by Undefined, Bangalore

    My friend has royal enfield bike, i have used it more times it was excellent. Now i am planning to buy this bike. I am more excited to buy this bike and riding this bike gives more thrill and more comfort and excellent ride experience. Service is good. I have gone throu

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  •  5Nothing but a truth 1 year ago by Hardik, New Delhi

    Sir I love this bike very much but from being a poor family I am not able to buy it but i really love this bike very very much. I like the whole company royal enfield. Really I am a very big fan of this company and this bike.

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  •  5Bullet mean bullet 1 year ago by Nagarajs, Bangalore

    Best power bike in this category, feel great while riding. Bullet is bullet no match. I love 500cc than 350cc and low maintenance if you keep your bike clean with soft touch. While parking long time put it on center stand, carry tools, clutch wire , spark plugs, check o

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    • Used it for

      Tours

    • Owned for

      > 1 yr

    • Ridden for

      > 15000 kms

    • Got mileage of

      35 kmpl

  •  5Re classic 500 amazing versatility 2 years ago by Keshav, Chennai

    The thump of a royal Enfield and a 500cc engine is an experience to behold while discovering new roads and less traveled paths. Re classic 500 has a smooth riding experience, sleek looks and a value for money option for road trips. The servicing assistance is available

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    • Used it for

      Daily Commute

    • Owned for

      > 1 yr

    • Ridden for

      > 15000 kms

    • Got mileage of

      25 kmpl

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