Positioned in Enfield's classic motorcycle lineup, the 2016 Enfield Bullet 500 relies on a 499 cc (30.5 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 26.1 HP (19.1 kW) at 5,100 rpm while maximum torque reaches 40.9 Nm (30.2 lb-ft) at 3,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 52.3 HP per liter and a 1,300 rpm working window between peak torque (3,800 rpm) and peak power (5,100 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the Bullet 500 measures 193 kg (425 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.14 HP/kg (7.39 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,370 mm (53.9 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 13.5-liter (3.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Enfield archive, this model family spans 11 indexed model years from 1993 to 2019, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
52.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.14 HP/kg (7.39 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,800–5,100 rpm
Engine
Displacement499.0 ccm (30.45 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwin spark
Power26.1 HP (19.1 kW)) @ 5100 RPM
Torque40.9 Nm (4.2 kgf-m or 30.2 ft.lbs) @ 3800 RPM
Compression8.5:1
Bore x Stroke84.0 x 90.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Carburettor with throttle position sensor
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionTCI Unit, Multi curve
LubricationWet sump
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet, manual multiple discs
Chassis
Frame TypeSingle downtube
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork, 35mm
Front Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionTwin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload
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Power
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Torque
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
