Positioned in Enfield's allround motorcycle lineup, the 2015 Enfield Continental GT relies on a 535 cc (32.7 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 29.1 HP (21.2 kW) at 5,100 rpm while maximum torque reaches 44 Nm (32.5 lb-ft) at 4,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 54.4 HP per liter and a 1,100 rpm working window between peak torque (4,000 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 Continental GT measures 184 kg (406 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.16 HP/kg (6.32 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 800 mm (31.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,360 mm (53.5 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 5 indexed model years from 2014 to 2018, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
54.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.16 HP/kg (6.32 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
4,000–5,100 rpm
Standover Height
800 mm (31.5 in)
Engine
Displacement535.0 ccm (32.65 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power29.1 HP (21.2 kW)) @ 5100 RPM
Torque44.0 Nm (4.5 kgf-m or 32.5 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM
Compression8.5:1
Bore x Stroke87.0 x 90.0 mm (3.4 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Digital Electronic Injection
IgnitionDigital Electronic Ignition
LubricationWet sump
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet, multi-plate
Chassis
Frame TypeTwin downtube cradle
Front SuspensionTelescopic, 41mm forks
Front Travel110 mm (4.3 inches)
Rear SuspensionPaioli.Twin gas charged shock absorbers with adjustable preload
Rear Travel80 mm (3.1 inches)
Wheelbase1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Ground Clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-18
Rear Tyre100/90-18
Front BrakesSingle disc. Floating discs. 2-Piston floating caliper.
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Power
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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