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Royal Enfield Bullet Classic: Launch Special
   
Bullet Classic: Market Fit
Royal Enfield Bullet Classic thumps in!

Bulleteers rejoice! The new retro-modern Bullet Classic has been launched with the 350cc Twinspark and the all-new 500cc unit-construction engine!
   
Bullet Classic: Market Fit
Bullet Classic: Market Fit

Royal Enfields are known for their niche market appeal, and the new Bullet Classic is only expected to enhance that appeal. Here's why.



   
Classical Charm
Classical Charm

Royal Enfield motorcycles hold a special place in the hearts of millions of bikers who ride them. It represents timelessness of the biking spirit and the never-ending joy of motorcycling in its most simplistic form.

   
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User's Comments
  • rohan (23 August 2010 21:28)
    hey i hav bookd classic 500cc .......is dat my right choice......???????? | Reply
  • shoeb (05 July 2010 18:54)
    I am looking for buying a second hand bullet, However I am also looking for goodud be maintenance and good fuel average, Please advice how old the model shud be and also tips on how to buy an second hand bullet | Reply
  • Dheeraj (05 July 2010 11:03)
    Nice Articles | Reply
  • Sanjay (28 June 2010 15:58)
    Hi there, I m planning to go for Classic 350cc can anyone tell me the mileage?. I m planning the beauty for office use also. Expecting 30-40 kmpl. Correct me if i m wrong. | Reply
 RAJIV (23 July 2010 12:35) Reply to Sanjay
please go ahead i m already using one its a thrill.Believe me u will not neglect ur decisions | Reply
  • Venkatesh (21 June 2010 14:58)
    Hi I have booked bullet classic 350cc in feb in Bangalore (HSR motors)and Iam expecting it to be delivered by a month,Now iam planing to sell the booking Coupon, So If anyone interested ,please contact me via mail:vgirishmtech@gmail.com | Reply
 Jiten (25 August 2010 01:24) Reply to Venkatesh
Hi Venkatesh,I am interested to buy re classic. please contact me. | Reply
  • patty (31 March 2010 12:41)
    Royal Enfield we mark a special link to see the bikes in beautifulhttp://www.mcdeeb.it | Reply
  • Mahesh Gaitonde Goa (29 March 2010 21:29)
    People trust the grand brand - ROYAL ENFIELD which rules the roads from the British times. The Indian factories and the Service centers need to pull up the socks before the complaints on either the bike or poor service provided by the service centers reaches the Guinness Record books! | Reply
  • sri (03 February 2010 11:07)
    Hi guys this is sri....... i have a diesel bullet...... now i am in pune.. my native is madurai,tamilnadu.. i don't know whether here diesel bullet is allowed or not .. and i don't know the procedure for NOC and all.. is anybody help me clarify my doubt? | Reply
 Vin (07 March 2010 23:58) Reply to sri
Sri, Diesel bullets are allowed in Pune. Get hold of any of the driving schools and they will manage the transfer for you | Reply
  • Varun Menon (26 January 2010 19:38)
    Boy oh boy!!!!! What an experience I had riding the BEAST, can't express it in words. One year back I planned to purchase a new motorcycle for me | Reply
  • Siddhartha Bose (22 January 2010 19:08)
    Hi the new bullet classic looks cool. However the track record of royal enfield products as far as quality,reliability and after sales service is very poor. I own a nine year old bullet the aluminium alloy engine a dissapointment. | Reply
  • LIJONS ABRAHAM (17 January 2010 19:58)
    Hello everybody I am Lijons Abraham.I want to buy a bullet but am a bit confused whether i should go for 350 or 500 CLASSIC. I stay in Hyderabad, reading to my query, I know every bulletier would laugh coz my question is about the mileage of 500.guys please help me out coz i need a min mileage of 25-30kmpl. I know one shouldn't look for the mileage if they are going for a bullet, but we can't ignore it either. so please 500 users please tell me about the mileage of the bike. I know that it has the best FI tech. used in any Indian bike ,so am really curious about the mileage of 500. | Reply
 rajiv (23 July 2010 12:37) Reply to LIJONS ABRAHAM
go 4 a 500 cc atleast mileage of 25 is xpected | Reply
 siddhartha (22 January 2010 19:11) Reply to LIJONS ABRAHAM
The new 500 should give 30 KMPL according to the dealers in Kolkata | Reply
 LIJONS  (16 February 2010 17:03) Reply to siddhartha
These days I've heard that there some problem occuring in the FI system of classic 500. Can some experts comment on this. And 2yrs down the line is there a chance that 500 could go below 20kmpl.hoping for an expert comment! | Reply
 ajay (16 February 2010 18:27) Reply to LIJONS
my classic 500 is giving me average of 22-26kmpl. dealer here in delhi said that once i cross 2500kms things would be different. drive is smooth and pick up is good.
 shamsher (29 March 2010 15:30) Reply to LIJONS
Dear wanna ride a Royal enfield dont think about milage just enjoy..! And feel the difference
  • ruby (23 December 2009 11:15)
    can any buyer write a review on this bike ? its uttermost requirement at this stage....or any links for review ??? | Reply
  • Indranil (18 December 2009 18:02)
    whatever people might say...i am a gr8 fan of bullet and willl remain so. Today I booked one for myself the Bullet Classic 500...but one thing for which I am not happy is the waiting period of more than a month...really cant wait for such a long time. And please dont compare Pulsars and Karizmas with Bullet both are 2 different genre of bikes...and a Bull is a Bull.... | Reply
 sam (03 February 2010 11:42) Reply to Indranil
bullet a.k.a bull is only referred to the royal enfield's where you can find a "neutral finder" else they are just a 350/500 cc pulsars with aluminium engines. | Reply
 Sharninder (17 July 2010 17:41) Reply to sam
The bullet was a model that RE produced. The new model is RE classic. The neutral finder was a feature of the bullet model and I believe a couple of other models too | Reply
  • Sanyam (16 December 2009 16:21)
    500 CC Classic comes with fuel injector. You can take the bike to any terrain, from Khardungla to Kanyakumari. It will still make every body's head turn to catch the glimpse of bike | Reply
  • ASHISH (07 December 2009 21:00)
    winder when bullet will wear a big sporty fuel tank? like the ones on imported bikes? ..the whole complexion of bike will change. This change is sorely needed. HELP !!!! Royal Enfield India !!!!!!!!! | Reply
  • Divyanand (04 December 2009 16:20)
    It really rules the road. | Reply
  • Asitabh Paul (25 November 2009 10:46)
    I sincerely hope the relaunch the diesel version of Bullet which I am eagerly waiting to purchase and would like to customize with a side carriage to complete my journey of Life! (Global Traveller) | Reply
  • Altaf (18 November 2009 23:07)
    WOW, I was searching one old model and convert it to classic. Here it is, as if someone heard me. Even if I am not in India I will buy and keep one to ride during my vacations. | Reply
 Rajkumar (24 November 2009 23:50) Reply to Altaf
I bought classic from chennai.. Performance is good.. The behavour of the service team especially their special zone outlet is pathetic.. | Reply
  • MANKARAN SINGH (11 November 2009 21:58)
    i ve been riding bullet for last 7 yrs.i like this new classic one ,but i want this model to be two seater.then and then only i ll think for it.And how s its silencer firing. a lot depends on firing | Reply
 ajay (16 February 2010 18:30) Reply to MANKARAN SINGH
hey mankaran u need not worry, you would b supplied with additional seat which you can fix and unfix yourself. even the silencer is good. go for it. its worth buying. | Reply
  • surya (11 November 2009 10:27)
    simply mind blowing | Reply
  • Ashok Mal (09 November 2009 14:35)
    hi to and hellos to every bullet fan hey i am not a bullet rider but i am a fan of bullet why i do not know just looking at bullet gives u a sensation of fear of control but boss when u just land on it its lik\e sitting in a cockpit of b52 bomber and rest are just ants around uright now i am having pulser and i am happy with the bike but in future i will definattely own one bullet beacuse the bullet belongs to gunbye to alll | Reply
 JayZ (09 November 2009 17:29) Reply to Ashok Mal
Quick Gun ! | Reply
  • Jayesh Krishnan (08 November 2009 12:55)
    RE bullet!! it rulez the road...no words to xpres how it feels to ride one...and this one looks gorgeous...its a repeat frm RE..frm thie 1953 model!! the only difference what i can see is the headlights..old one was better than the new one... | Reply
  • jitender (07 November 2009 23:11)
    can anyone tell me when it is going to be launch pls | Reply
 JK (08 November 2009 12:56) Reply to jitender
its already been launched in navi mumbai..INR 135000.00 | Reply
 jitender (08 November 2009 21:18) Reply to JK
thanks JK but i m in delhi, need to know when i can book this mean machine | Reply
 JK (09 November 2009 17:49) Reply to jitender
sorry jitender !! wouldn't know about delhi..u can come and pick it up frm mumbai if its convenient for u, its on sale here...cheers!!
  • Rajendran PK Thrissur (07 November 2009 20:10)
    I love RE bullet than any bikes on the Indian road. Its reason is RE BULLET is the only bike available in the INDIAN roads rest of them are just KIDS. The KID'S are used by kids! Most of the comments are discussing about the milage, some about maintenance cost, and few about guarantee. But the RE lovers looks at its STYLE and PRIDE as owner. Still the bullet are the only bullet in the Indian market with such a resale value! WHY, you just think about it. Those are criticizing BULLET is those are not done a ride on IT or fear to ride or CONTROL.. WE THE BULLET LOVERS ARE PROUD OF it bcoz - neighbor's envy owner's PRIDE... You guys just TELL us which new generation bike can beat TIME? Now about 60 year??? The new generation bike can live just 2 - 3 years...good luCK.. | Reply
 Jk (29 December 2009 14:05) Reply to Rajendran PK Thrissur
I agree to your points. Only Bullet can be located on road having a passing of 15-20 years old. No other bike can sustain for so long. | Reply
  • HARI V NAIR (06 November 2009 22:58)
    For the past 25 years myself is an ardent BULLET 350 rider.Once available at my nearest dealer at Bharuch I'll have a test drive | Reply
  • Sriraj T C  (05 November 2009 21:30)
    The bike i dream, nw in roads , the bullet its charms never ever can be describe in words, drive | Reply
  • kesavan a d (05 November 2009 18:19)
    guys mind your words about pricing being spot on.... i think for an engine of the same design for the past 50 years or so with some minor modifications the price may be lower, but you people are tempting lal to rethink their prices in the short term future. anyway safe biking and always wear a helmet. | Reply
 ruby (05 November 2009 19:20) Reply to kesavan a d
what bike u own. let us know and we will let u know what wethink abt ur bike.by the way which u have Platina or Vmax ? | Reply
 harsh (06 November 2009 15:59) Reply to ruby
Ruby plz respect another's opinion..we are not here to know what u wear beneath your pants . | Reply
  • Rahul (05 November 2009 16:12)
    Classic Bullet is a never ending charm and beauty. But why not RoyalEnfield try experiment into new designs, going more macho. All their bikes are on more or less same platform. I dont say that phase them out, but bring on additional bikes with differnet platforms and enginees. (Pls dont even think of those 100-200cc japanese designs) | Reply
  • mriganka (04 November 2009 21:25)
    can it be fitted/modified with the standard machismo two seater as pillion riding is a must for me. | Reply
 iceage (05 November 2009 13:06) Reply to mriganka
I have been to the showroom today and I have two models in display. One is a 350 CC with two seats and the other is 500CC with single seater. The price in chennai is 1.10lk and 1.40lk respectively. | Reply
 mriganka (05 November 2009 22:07) Reply to iceage
is it a split seat like the machismo or is it a twin seat like the electra, if not can a twin seat be fitted in the 350 cc | Reply
 iceage (06 November 2009 14:57) Reply to mriganka
Yes it is a split seat for the 350. I am not sure if you could fit it, the rear appeared be to be little higher unlike the std or electra. You should check it out yourself.
  • Sagar (04 November 2009 15:30)
    The entry of this model is spot on .. perfect pricing as well !!!! Whohooooooooo .... | Reply
  • prem (04 November 2009 15:26)
    bullet need to change better powerplant i mean to say the heart of the bike the engine it should be alteast 80bhp for the gaint | Reply
 Sagar (04 November 2009 15:32) Reply to prem
The low range torque compensates for the lack of power. The bullets have never felt underpowered. | Reply
  • kl (04 November 2009 15:21)
    Jimmy, How do you justify such criptic language | Reply
 harsh (06 November 2009 16:02) Reply to kl
lol , yourself should have added a ? at the end of your statement.stop criticizing people ..nobody has time for it . | Reply
  • Himanshu Mahajan (04 November 2009 15:08)
    I should have waited for a couple of months. | Reply
  • Jimmy  (04 November 2009 14:26)
    Bullets have always had a special place in many hearts including mine. Its a age old tradition,a legacy people carry when they ride the Bullet. But when it comes to value of money question, i do raise my eyebrow. Agree there is no competition so the monopoly is there for sure, every bullet u buy you pay more but do u get more ? i guess not after the first year of buying a bullet u get to really know the ownership value with all the technology available today, we still c bullet not so reliable as it should be.... So over charging , how do u justify !! | Reply
 ruby (04 November 2009 20:35) Reply to Jimmy
a 20 yrs old, 87 model bullet 350 standard in riding condition fetches around 15-20k. what do u say abt the value of pulsars/yams after 20 yrs? I bought bullet 500 in 1996 n still its scratch less , first kick start, no oil leakage. Its abt maintenance. Along side it, i had bought n sold p180, p220 and r15. but bullet 500 is still with me. Its a feeling that cant be described. I agree that there is no comparison between sports bike and bullets and neither of these machines(bullets) are made for tracks but the riding pleasure is intense . Now i am going for Bullet classic 500 which's the machine i have been waiting for @29ps.. awesome!! Just add full length seat and front wind shield.....mmmmmm. | Reply
 Gaurav shrivastava (07 November 2009 17:43) Reply to ruby
No bike stand beside Royal enfield bullets. Bullets rules wherever it is. They are still firm and at a better place than all other bikes. Boss baaki bikes to aati jaati rehti hain, but bullets are standins still in market since from its birth. Hats off for the legendary machine. I am gonna get classic 350 soon on my own and it is like one of my dream come true.... | Reply
 swapnil (07 November 2009 00:53) Reply to ruby
My Rajdoot 71 model, still starts at single kick, so is my 22 yrs old rx100, so dont tell anything about yammas | Reply
 Gaurav Shrivastava (09 November 2009 22:42) Reply to swapnil
So boy, stay happy wid your RAJDOOT and light yamahas.Grow up and choose something big
 harsh (06 November 2009 16:03) Reply to ruby
sounds good | Reply
 nbn (04 November 2009 16:44) Reply to Jimmy
considering the ninja for 3 lak OTR i think around 1.5 OTR is very justifiable... considering that these things always keep their value in kerala.. | Reply
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