Royal Enfield Bullet 500 motorcycle if now officially launched in India with a price of Rs 1,53,855, on-road Delhi. The new Bullet will feature their powerful 499 cc engine and new cosmetic updates.

New RE Bullet 500 delivers max power of 26.1 bhp and peak torque of 40.9 Nm, thanks to their 499 cc Unit Construction Engine (UCE). Apart from the new engine, Bullet 500 will also be offered in a new color- Forest Green. Below is the image gallery of the new Bullet 500 in Forest Green color.

The new Bullet 500 adds more power, torque and color to the iconic motorcycle. Bullet 500 offers the timeless signature styling, a magnificent Forest Green colour and the unmistakable thump- Bullet 500 offers its enthusiasts a compelling ride.” But, true RE fans have been upset with the Chennai based motorcycle manufacturer. For one, the new motorcycles do not offer the same thump and riding pleasure as the older one’s. In their language, these fans are unanimous on the fact that the RE motorcycles today are automatic, for eg, the de-compressor is gone and so has the thump.

Talking about the Bullet 500, Mr. Shaji Koshy, Senior VP Sales & Marketing, Royal Enfield said, “The Royal Enfield Bullet is the oldest motorcycle in continuous production with a fiercely loyal customer base across the world. The Bullet 500 is a much awaited model and while designing the bike for the Indian market we worked with the preferences of our special Bullet-loving audience here. Hence, the Bullet 500 comes with a 500 cc carbureted UCE, a powerful torque that offers better and very accessible power, along with several other enhancements such as front disc brakes, electric start and gas filled shock absorbers. In addition, for the first time ever, along with the signature black colour, the new Bullet 500 will also be available in the Forest Green colour.”

Other updates as per RE, include 19 inch shod with new MRF Zapper front tires for stability and sure shot grip on the roads, vintage tail lamp assembly features a classic design, an aesthetically designed new pillion grab-rail with a cushion end, one touch electric starter for ease, Royal Enfield Winged badge now in special silver and gold dual tone livery, and headlight casing features the Signature twin pilot lamps known as ‘Tiger Eye Lamps’ for that Bullet look. The headlamp is traditional but with a powerful halogen bulb to provide good illumination.

The Royal Enfield Bullet 500 will be launched in a phased manner across the country. Initially the product will be launched in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi-NCR and Kerala which have traditionally been the best markets for the Bullet.