Enfield Bullet C5 Military Motorcycle

[BikerX]

I WANT ONE!!!!



Description

The iconic Bullet has seen extended duty on several fronts and is now a prize for military enthusiasts and collectors the world over.
The new Battle Green C5 Military offers a distinctive vintage military aesthetic built around the rugged and reliable new unit construction engine.

Unique Features

• New, low maintenance, fully-integrated unit engine
• Beautiful vintage military style harkens back to WWII
• Authentic olive drab body and frame color
• Single-saddle seat with springs
• Incredible 85 mpg fuel economy*
• Industry-leading 2 year, unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty

* Estimate based on initial mileage reports

[Slammer]

What's it worth?

[TX Wide Glide]

Starting at: $6395 (49 States) $6695 (California)

[S.E.R.E.]

Who makes this? What CC is it?

[D_Wilson]

That's pretty cool. New with the vintage traits. I'd buy one for Bike Nights.

[TX Wide Glide]

Who makes this? What CC is it?

I believe it is made by Royal Enfield. I am new to the bike world, so I am not too good with all the motorcycle makers out there.

Here is a link to the page on the enfield site with more information. http://www.enfieldmotorcycles.com/mo...litary-c5.html

Here is some info about Royal Enfield from their "about us" page on their site:

Modern History of the Royal Enfield Bullet

The Royal Enfield Bullet, in its present form, was first introduced in Britain in 1949 as a 350cc bike. It incorporated an innovative design element: swing arm suspension. This feature along with its extremely strong single cylinder engine allowed it to excel as a trials bike. The 500cc model was introduced in Britain during the 1950's, winning hundreds of races. This brought the Bullet international recognition and orders came into the factory in Redditch, England from all over the world.

In 1954 the Indian government placed an order for 800 Bullets for "immediate service" on the Pakistani border. This order placed an incredible burden on the factory, but it was met. The Bullet proved very successful in India, and the government placed orders for 1955 and 1956 of a similar magnitude. This caused the home factory to make the decision to set up a factory in India.

In 1955 an Indian partner was found and trainees were sent to Redditch to learn the production methods. At first, knock down units were shipped to Madras where they were assembled. By 1956 a full factory had been established in India and the Enfield India, Ltd. began producing the Enfield Bullet in its entirety. In India they produced the machine they had been trained to make, the 1955 Bullet. They made the same bike in 1955, 1966, 1976, 1986, and 2006! The demand for this great old motorcycle has never stopped. Every year they have produced over 30,000 motorcycles, all a 1955 Bullet.

Production
The Bullet is made today in the same manner it was in 1955. However over the years improved metallurgy, modern machining methods and the passage of time has produced stronger, more durable parts, making the Bullet superior, in some ways to the same bike made in 1955.

Here's the kicker: you can also get a Bullet with a sidecar!

[TX Wide Glide]

Engine Single cylinder, 4-stroke, spark ignition, air cooled, OHV
Cubic Capacity 499 cc
Engine Output/Torque 27.5 BHP, 41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Fuel System Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Electrical 12V System; Headlamp 60/55W; Tail lamp 21/5W
Ignition Electronic
Transmission Constant Mesh 5-Speed with Wet Multiplate Clutch
Suspension Gas-filled shock absorbers
Brakes- Front 280mm Disc brake
Brakes- Rear 152mm Drum brake
Tires - Front 90 x 90 - 18 in
Tires - Rear 110 x 80 - 18 in
Dimension - L x W x B 85in x 32in x 42in
Wheel Base 54 inches
Weight (Wet) 412 lbs

[S.E.R.E.]

Really neat bike! Would be a great addition to the American Legion.

[TX Wide Glide]