Motorcycle maker Royal Enfield today unveiled its 500cc bike Thunderbird 500, which will hit the Indian roads later in the year.
"After 10 years of launching the Thunderbird, we have completely redesigned the model, especially for the urban and the long distance travellers," Eicher Motors MD and CEO Siddhartha Lal told reporters here.
The Thunderbird 500 has been perhaps one of the most anticipated offering from the Royal Enfield stable considering that the Thunderbird 350 has been doing yeoman service for the last ten years. The Thunderbird has built for itself a reputation of being a comfortable touring motorcycle and is often the first choice amongst the Royal Enfield models for touring enthusiasts. The Thunderbird has earned itself the reputation of a capable highway tourer and established itself firmly in the cruiser market. The Thunderbird broke away from the mould of Royal Enfield’s traditional motorcycles and redefined a new lineup. In that direction, the new Thunderbird has come as fresh motorcycle.
Design & Styling :
The ‘black’ engine is one of the first styling elements that catch your attention the moment you see the motorcycle. The seat has been completely redesigned to suit the new foot pegs position. The handle bar too has received changes for better reach and ergonomics. The seat now opens using a lock mechanism, accessible through the side panel.
The instrumentation also includes two digital trip meters, allowing riders to keep a track of total trip mileage as well as intermediate mileage between tankfuls. The speed and engine rpm are shown via tastefully designed analogue clocks, housed in all new twin pods at the front.
Fast Facts About Thunderbird 500 :
- It now comes loaded with a 500cc Unit Construction Engine (UCE).
- Night time visibility has been the biggest challenge faced by most motorcyclists while cruising on the highway hence the new headlight with a 55w projector lamp for its low beam and a 55W halogen bulb for the high beam addresses that issue. The lighting is at its brightest with the high beam on, working in combination with the projector lamp giving ample spread and penetration on the road.
- The ergonomics are now oriented to the cruiser character of the motorcycle. The seat has been completely redesigned to suit the new foot pegs position. The handle bar too has received changes for better reach and ergonomics.
- Stopping power has been aided with the addition of a disc brake at the rear. The braking system is supplied by Bybre, a fully owned subsidiary of Brembo.
Specifications :
Engine
Type: Single Cylinder,4 stroke,Twinspark,OHV,Air cooled Engine.
Displacement: 499cc.
Bore x stroke: 84 x 90 mm.
Compression Ratio: 8.5:1.
Maximum Power: 27.2 bhp @ 5250 rpm.
Maximum Torque: 41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Ignition System: Digital Electronic Ignition.
Clutch: Wet,muti-plate.
Gearbox: 5 speed Constant Mesh.
Fuel Supply: Electronic Fuel Injection.
Suspension
Front suspension: Telescopic,41mm forks,130mm stroke.
Rear suspension: Twin gas charged shock absorbers,80mm stroke.
Tyres & Brakes
Tyres Front: 90/90 - 19".
Tyres Rear: 120/80 - 18".
Front Brake: 280mm Disc,Two piston caliper.
Rear brake: 240mm Disc,Single piston caliper.
Electricals
Electrical System: 12V DC supply.
Head Lamp: Projection type head lamp,H7 bulb 55/55 W.
Tail Lamp: LED lamp with position light guides.
Instrument Cluster: Digital cluster with LCD.
Dimensions
Wheelbase: 1350mm.
Length: 2060mm.
Width: 895mm.
Height: 1300mm.
Kerb Weight: 195 Kg.
Fuel Capacity: 20 Ltrs.
Shades Available
Midnight Black.
Matt metallic Black.
Arctic Winter Black
1 comments:
fuel capacity 20 ltrs..!!! fck..dats awesome !!
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