Royal Enfield USA unveils new model: C5 Special

Royal Enfield USA's top-of-the-line Bullet Classic 500 now comes as a bigger motorcycle, the C5 Special. You may need a magnifying glass to see the difference in photographs, but you'll feel the difference in your bottom.

The difference to your bottom line is likely to be only about $100.

For that you get a larger, 19-inch front wheel (as opposed to two 18-inch wheels on the C5 Classic), a somewhat different riding position and a straight front fork as opposed to the offset fork on the C5 Classic. The fork is the same length as before, but with different geometry.

The C5 Special will be available in all 50 states.

According to a notice that went out to U.S. Royal Enfield dealers last week, the C5 Special will appeal to larger riders who find the C5 Classic smallish but prefer its styling to the B5 and G5, which use the 19-inch front wheel.

The new fork and larger front wheel will give a more cruiser like feel on the highway. The C5 Classic will remain the choice for those who want maximum handling.

It is made in India and exported around the world. A bike that costs around Rs 1,20,000 (or around USD 2600) sells for almost the double the amount. Yes, bikers around the world seem to love it and that is the reason why Royal Enfield is all set to launch the Bullet Classic C5 Special in the US market for around US $ 6350. The company will also sell another variant, the Bullet G5 for around US $ 5995.

The new C5 Special will be available in all C5 colors except the Red Chrome.
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ROYAL ENFIELD GETS A MAKEOVER: REBORN IN TEXAS, RICK FAIRLESS STYLE

Born in UK, brought up in India, mesmerizing the world. One word for all these, Royal Enfield. It is a legacy in itself and out of the many breath-taking models we are concerned with the one that kills, BULLET.
Proud of being the longest motorcycle production of all time, it has admirers and fans around the world. Enfield has to work hard on a very tight routine just to suffice its demand all over this planet. Within the pocket and some major remodelling, including a twin spark unit construction engine on all models, and the flagship 500cc model that flaunts an EFI, it has rekindled the interest from European and US markets.
Seeing the potential of Enfield’s market, Strokers Dallas has bagged this opportunity. Boss Rick Fairless sees a lot of sense in customizing the factory bikes, and takes a personal initiative for this one. His mission “to make the coolest royal Enfield on this planet” and going by the outcome of his teams efforts, mission accomplished.

 

 

 

 


A 2011 C5, 500cc Bullet Model was chosen for the transformation. First to go were the wheels, 17” stock wheels replaced by taller Ride Wright 21” spoke wheels dressed in Metzeler. Then came the front end and to modify it, Vince Doll of RednecK engineering was called upon for one of his customary mono-spring front ends. Though, I have doubts if it is strong enough. For Fine tuning the appearance, EFI was moved to under seat, without any effect on its performance.

A polishing treatment was ordered for the rough engine case, as Rick saw it fitting. While it took time rear section was said goodbye, new fender fabricated and an installation of a pair of taillight at the end of each strut. Gas tank from Paughco fitted with crime scene Gas Cap. A stainless steel seat, engraved and left bare. Rick thought it was enough, for the bar hopping task this bullet will be performing. Controls, grips & pegs from Ford Stell, bars from Flanders, risers from Victory and shocks by Fournales.

Everything that one would want in a mean machine, assembled and beautified. Dressed in candy green and gold paint, pictured by Gary Queen and Mike Cissell from OSC, it is enough to get some hearts beating. Rick is all praise for his team, GM Gene Slater, Ford Stell & Derek Tollenar, a team that has never failed in his vision.

If you hear a loud throbbing, beastly bike sound, mostly heard in the mornings in an Indian neighbourhood, don’t confuse. It’s still where you slept last night, but it’s the bullet passing by.
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