Positioned in Enfield's classic motorcycle lineup, the 2007 Enfield Bullet 500 Classic features a 499 cc (30.5 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 22 HP (16.1 kW) at 5,400 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 44.1 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the Bullet 500 Classic measures 168 kg (370 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.13 HP/kg (7.64 kg per horsepower). The 14.5-liter (3.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 125 km/h (78 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Enfield archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2006 to 2007, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
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Power
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
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