Royal Enfield has unveiled two new paint schemes for the Classic 500, inspired by the British manufacturer’s classic wartime motorcycles. Called desert storm despatch and squadron blue despatch, these two unique paint schemes mimic the livery of the original Despatch Rider motorcycles of the 1940s.
Each Royal Enfield Despatch motorcycle has been hand painted by using a unique film transfer technique. This technique involves transferring the camouflage pattern individually onto the motorcycle’s body panels, after which they are assembled on the motorcycle. The result of this technique is a signature camouflage pattern for each individual machine, which ensures that no two Despatch motorcycles have the exact same design.
The Despatch range also comes with genuine Italian leather seats and a classic leather buckle strap for the air filter box, which enhance the bike’s classic appeal. Besides these two paint schemes, Royal Enfield also unveiled a third battle green despatch paint scheme, just for the other global markets. The Despatch motorcycles will be produced in a limited run of just 200 units. Customers can book these motorcycles starting July 15 on the company’s official website – store.royalenfield.com.
ENGINE
Type |
Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark |
Displacement |
499cc |
Bore x stroke |
84mm x 90mm |
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, multi-plate |
Gearbox |
5 Speed Constant Mesh |
Lubrication |
Wet sump |
Engine Oil |
15 W 50 API, SL Grade JASO MA |
Fuel Supply |
Keihin Electronic Fuel Injection |
Air Cleaner |
Paper Element |
Engine Start |
Electric/Kick |
CHASSIS & SUSPENSION
Type |
Single downtube, using engine as stressed member |
Front suspension |
Telescopic, 35mm forks, 130mm travel |
Rear suspension |
Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload, 80mm travel |
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase |
1360 mm |
Ground Clearance |
135 mm |
Length |
2140 mm |
Width |
790 mm |
Height |
1090 mm |
Kerb Weight |
190 Kg (with 90% Fuel & Oil) |
Fuel Capacity |
13.5 Ltr |
BRAKES & TYRES
Tyres Fr. |
90/90 – 19(Domestic), 90/90 – 18(Export) |
Tyres Rr. |
120/80 – 18(Domestic), 110/80 – 18(Export) |
Brakes Front |
280mm Disc, 2-Piston caliper |
Brakes Rear |
153mm Drum, Single Lead Internal Expanding |
ELECTRICALS
Tail Lamp |
21 W / 5 W |
Turn Signal Lamp |
– |
Electrical System |
12 volt – DC |
Battery |
12 volt, 14 Ah |
Head Lamp |
60 W / 55 W, HALOGEN |
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