RE 500 classic? worth 1.7Lacs?

it was a bullet standard 350 cc. when i bought it 18 yrs back its only competition was yezdi and rajdooth.Then enfield was a very prestigious bike to own.within 3 months of usage strictly following the recommended running in the engine siezed ,the gear box went kaput.i was told that it is very common in bullet bikes.
most bullets including mine leaked oil from engine head,gear box shaft,clutch side,on to my trousers on right side ,it leaked petrol from carburettor,it leaked acid from battery,oil splattered from the tube comming from gearbox on to my left trouser legs.
tappet noise,engine noise,exhaust noise and vibrations all around.
starting was always a nerve racking experience.i never knew when it would kick back even after decompressing.
if bike falls two people are needed to lift.
tail light fuses within days of changing for no reason,fuse of battery blew almost within hours of changing.

The shocking part is that these problems have never been solved by enfield even though they claim to have. Reading through this thread brought back memories of the nightmare again.almost all problems i faced has been repeated in this thread in bikes benig sold currently.Most reviews in automobile magazines will say the same thing.

these and other reasons i have given earlier has convinced me to keep away from enfield bikes untill they resolve all the above.

Bro I am very sorry for your experience. I hope you enjoy on your P220. Its a great bike

I had a correction to make. P220 has more power @ 21.04 than the TBird. The Avenger 220 generates same power @ 19.03 as TBird.

Enjoy your ride!

Its 1.5 Lac on Road in Hyderabad. Dont know where they sell it for 1.7!!

I personally find it worth it. Why dont you check it out in the Classic Forum. They are the better people to answer you.

buds,

i could really use some help here with ur invaluable suggestion(s). Also, if anyone has an idea of a good modifier in delhi and can share his co-ordinates as well

replies awaited....

tk cr

Fog lamps

Just fixed 2*55W fog lamps... you can read about it in the Let there be Light thread

Hi Guys,

This is Rahul from Pune. I am a habitual reader of this site. The reason I used habitual here is, whenever I login to my system in office, the first thing I do is open and read xBHP logs that I have left incomplete last day (instead of opening my Outlook Inbox and check for any FIRE mail.. ). This is my first log here.
The reason I am writing today is, I really can't hold on now to jump into this BIG ocean of bikers. And I know you guys will definitely help me for all the (stupid) queries I am going to ask about bikes and bike rides. I want to know more and more about REs and hence the subject line..
So I think the introduction part is going toooo long. Getting to the point. I am going to book a Royal Enfield Thunderbird TwinSpark. Would love to here from gurus and owners about the bird.
I am 26 and look wise I am a little less than average body type and 5.9" height. I have not shared my decision with many of my friends. I want to surprise them by showing it once I get the delivery of bird. But people with whom I shared this said that it won't suit me . But who cares, what others feel. What matters is what I feel while riding. And I am damn sure that I'm gonna feel like the most powerful person when I am on my bull.

So the questions are:

1. Most people say that TBTS is not a bull. As far as engine, power, torque is concerned it is the same as any other REs in 350 segment. What differentiates it from others is looks. Then why they say it when it has no relation with the performance of bike? Would like to know performance wise difference in TBTS and other REs in 350 segment.

2. As others do, I am also planning to change the stock silencer of bird. I have read so many threads but still confused if I should change it on day one or should wait for some time.

3. Will it anyhow affect the performance or fuel efficiency of engine when silencer changed?



Thanks in advance!!

My replies in BOLD.

Hi Mate,

First of all, thanks for the reply!

Agreed that Classic 350 is a diff. class and TBTS is a cruiser. But is that all which differs them. Especially, when comparing in performance...
I would also like to know the difference between electrical systems of both. As Classic is totally DC and the TBTS is AD/DC. What will be affected in AD/DC system?

Hey Mate, you got it wrong. TBTS is full DC setup. The only and only few technical difference I quote I have seen in the TBTS vs classic 350 is the 55W halogen bulb in the classic 350 and 500. The 18" tyre setup in classics and the ground clearance. The comparison is there on the RE website for you to make.

Even the classic 500 comes with the same battery as that of the TBTS. 12V 14A. Classic 350 and TBTS has the same engine. No difference in technical specs.

Hope this helps.

That's all what I wanted to hear from a guru/owner..... Thank you, thank you, thank you soooo much.... You made my day..
I have gone through the RE site and have compared both of them. (even with Electra too..) and found no difference. But still, wanted some spark to light me up to shoot those who say TBTS is not bull. You gave me that and now I am firm on my decision.
Going to book my own bird tomorrow..

@Rahul.Gvli Congrats on your decision to go for a bull , do upload pics of your bull here

The honor is mine. I'm glad you made a decision. Please let us know how your booking experience goes. I believe it takes roughly 3 months to deliver. However if you have full cash they try to push for you. Use your convincing skills

2nd Service and Run-in complete

Hello thumpers!

I am 100kms close to the 3000 mark and this will spell the end of the run-in period. It has been a honor, prevelige and pleasure riding a bull.

On 12th July I will take my bull for 2nd service. Few issues I will sort out.

1. Rear wheel allignment. The rim is either bend or the allignment is not correct. I will get this sorted out in warranty.

2. Although service manual says engine oil and filter needs replacement only every 6000kms which means every alternate service. Im going for a engine oil and filter replace this time because the oil is Black as Tar and I personally recommend fresh oil after the run-in period.

3. Trip meter never worked from day one, but im not fixing this. I know this is a chronic issue with other bulls and I have no intention to have the complete meter replaced. The Odometer is sufficient for me.

4. Small strain of oil on top of the engine near spark plug, Ill get them check and fix.

5. Will go for a clutch cable replacement. The ones I have have started making a skreetch... sound when I pull'em. Ofcourse the constant use in traffic has caused this and from my experience this means, somewhere down the road im going to end up with a broken cable. Bad quality cables I should say for an excellent bull. My Honda clutch cables lasted 30,000 Kms and I only replaced it because I just wanted to replace it for the fun of it.

Apart form these small issues, the bull is so far doing excellent. More after I service.

@madelikeagun congrats on completing run-in period,
wheel alignment- get it checked
yes changing oil at this time is a good idea
it's better to have everything on your bike to run, i think you must change your trip/odometer
they are common in bullets but do get it fixed


waiting for your report after service.