2020 Royal Enfield Classic 500

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2020 Royal Enfield Classic 500 (Royal Enfield /)

Introduced in 2008, the Royal Enfield Classic 500 is a standard motorcycle that harkens back to the post-war era with its throwback styling that includes a sprung seat, die-cast headlight casing, and peashooter exhaust. Thumbing the electric starter or giving a swift right boot to the kickstart lever—the latter of which also introduces a bit of nostalgia—brings the five-speed single-cylinder 499cc engine to life. It is available in five different iterations to attract any kind of rider, from the beginner rider to the casual café hopper looking to make a statement in chrome.

2020 Royal Enfield Classic 500 Reviews, Comparisons, And Competition

Back in 2012 we noted the character that Royal Enfield’s 500cc engine offers. EIC Mark Hoyer stated, “I’ve owned and maintained a 500cc British Single that dates from 1954 and have to admit there is a pretty powerful attraction to what the new Enfield offers. The character is there when you’re riding, and you get it without all that character building in the garage.”

Other machines with some soul and character include the Triumph Bonneville Bobber, Honda Rebel 500, Indian Scout Sixty, or Harley-Davidson Iron 883.

Royal Enfield Classic 500 Updates For 2020

No major updates were announced for 2020.

The Classic 500 comes in many different iterations to match your style. Blend in with Classic 500 Stealth Black ($5,799) or military homage Classic 500 Battle Green ($5,699). Don’t like to camouflage yourself? Stand out with the Classic 500 Chrome ($5,799), Gunmetal Grey ($5,699), or the base model in black, blue, or tan ($5,599).

2020 Royal Enfield Classic 500 Claimed Specifications

Price	$5,599–$5,799
Engine	Single-cylinder four-stroke
Displacement	499cc
Bore x Stroke	84.0 x 90.0mm
Horsepower	27.2 hp @ 5,250 rpm
Torque	30.5 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission	5-speed
Final Drive	N/A
Seat Height	N/A
Rake	N/A
Trail	N/A
Front Suspension	35mm telescopic fork, nonadjustable; 5.1-in. travel
Rear Suspension	Preload adjustable; 3.2-in. travel
Front Tire	90/90-19
Rear Tire	110/80-18
Wheelbase	53.5 in.
Fuel Capacity	3.6 gal.
Claimed Wet Weight (w/ 90% fuel and oil)	430 lb.

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