Built around Enfield's classic motorcycle platform, the 2008 Enfield Bullet Machismo relies on a 346 cc (21.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 18 HP (13.1 kW) at 5,600 rpm while maximum torque reaches 28 Nm (20.7 lb-ft) at 4,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 52 HP per liter and a 1,600 rpm working window between peak torque (4,000 rpm) and peak power (5,600 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the Bullet Machismo measures 163 kg (359 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.11 HP/kg (9.06 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 14.5-liter (3.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 110 km/h (68 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Enfield archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2007 to 2009, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
52 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.11 HP/kg (9.06 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
4,000–5,600 rpm
Engine
Displacement346.0 ccm (21.11 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power18.0 HP (13.1 kW)) @ 5600 RPM
Torque28.0 Nm (2.9 kgf-m or 20.7 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM
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Power
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Torque
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
