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An Introduction:

Style & Build:



Engine & Transmission:
Electronic ignition on a 1930s engine in 2001 has got to be big news. Don't think so? The ancient 350cc lump that originated way back in the 1930s powers the Electra. The big news is that the troublesome g
ear driven contact breaker system (CB points) has made way for CDI ignition. The CB points used to be a major irritant demanding constant attention, adjustment and God save you if water got into it. Now with the CDI unit, all these problems have been taken care of, a very good thing at that. But then you win some and lose some. In this case the barely audible tickover of the engine with accurately adjusted CB points has given way to a fastish and noisy idle, not as noisy as the AVL engine but not what we are used to. The engine develops 18bhp at 5625rpm and a max twist of 26.9Nm at 2875rpm (yes exactly 5625 and 2875rpm). The four-stroke unit has bore and stroke dimensions of 70x90mm, instrumental in that glorious exhaust thump. Breathing is via a Micarb VM24 carburettor. Once you get used to it, starting the bike is a piece of cake. Decompress, half-kick, release and
then give it a good kick. Master the art and all those horror stories of hip-dislocating back kicks will be rubbished. Transmission of power is handled by the age-old gearbox located on the wrong side (left side). Bulleteers will argue that other bikes have their gear levers on the wrong side but that argument shall be left for another time and place. The gearbox can accurately be described as a box full of neutrals. There is a neutral between every gear and the neutral finder makes finding true neutral a piece of cake. Shifting gears is a pain, a royal pain, an art that you really can't master. The Lord has decreed that a Bulleteer will find false neutral at least once every 10km. Not surprising then that all Bulleteers favour army issue boots to sneakers.


Chassis & Suspension:


Performance:
Won't electrify your senses or burn the road. We always knew that the Bullet had adequate Performance. We also knew that if you want to go on a long (and I mean long) biking trip, you have two options - the Bullet or any other bike plus a truck to haul it back after it breaks down. Bullets were never meant for wining traffic light grand prix races. No sir, not until the Lightning 350 arrived and grabbed the crown of the fastest bike in production today. So getting back to the standard Bullet after being spoilt by the Lightning was a bit of a letdown. In our measured acceleration runs, the Electra took 8.1 seconds to hit 60kmph and 13.9 seconds to hit 80kmph from a standing start. Compare this to the Machismo 350 that takes 6.3 seconds and the taller geared Lightning 350 that takes 6.2 seconds and you will understand why I am a trifle disappointed. The Electra maxes out at 100.65kmph (as opposed to the 110 plus speeds the other two are capable of). The quarter mile is achieved in 22.2 seconds, the Datron test gear registering 92.9kmph at this speed. Coming to the roll-on figures, the Electra took 9.5 seconds in third and 15.0 seconds in fourth to cover the benchmark 30 to 70km
ph test. Put these figures in perspective and you will realise that the Electra is not slow, not by a long shot. Launch her right and you can have almost any bike for breakfast. Where the Bullet excels (her forte if you wish) is in touring. Out on the open road the Bullet will thump all day at a steady 90kmph without skipping a beat. We feel that it is high time that the gear ratios are revised and a fifth gear is also incorporated. Royal Enfield did it for the Lightning 350 that made her go like stink. A shorter fifth gear and taller first and second on the Electra will achieve the twin objectives of fiery acceleration and higher cruising speeds. Hope Royal Enfield doesn't forget this for their next model. Braking is taken care of by 7-inch twin leading shoe drum brakes at the front and a 6-inch single lead drum at the rear. This is the same setup on the other Royal Enfield bike and the same criticisms still apply. The brakes, adequate at moderate speeds, become woefully inadequate as speeds rise. Braking from 60kmph to rest was achieved in 3.2 seconds, the bike covering a distance of 26.8 metres. This is not much worse than other 100cc bikes equipped with drums but the Bullet carries so much inertia that if you slam into anything at any speed, it will bring down the building. The brakes lack any feel whatsoever and a mammoth grab on the brake lever is called for to achieve any retardation whatsoever. So there! The secret why Bulleteers have muscular forearms has been revealed. Skinny Bulleteers have retro-fitted disc brakes on their bikes (and no scars or broken bones either).

Fuel Efficiency:

Summing it up:
No other bike can have as huge or lasting an impact on your life as the Bullet. The Bullet can transform your outlook towards life, no less! One stands taller, shoulders feel broader, chest swells up and arms feel infinitely stronger. You feel invincible, like nothing or no one can lay a finger on you. (This invariably causes most problems but while the feeling lasts, it's great). While riding her, your hectic cutthroat schedule somehow seems to lighten up. As you use her, you develop a telepathic bond with the bike, she becomes a part of your system like no other bike can ever hope to. The riding pleasure that the Bullet offers is unmatched bar none. Sure when you get to a stretch of bad tarmac, your backbones are in for a little rearrangement but out on the open road, a couple of 100km from your destination, the throb of the 350cc lump between your legs, the fantastic exhaust note making merry music at a steady 90kmph... that's what touring is all about. That's what the Bullet is all about. And also for seeing and being seen on, I don't think there is a more manly bike available, not by long shot. At Rs 63,139 on-
road in Pune, the Electra is far from cheap. Value for money is not what the Bullet is about, not in term of initial purchase price nor in terms of running costs. At this price, the Bullet is an exclusive bike and has little or no competition. Bullets are bought by Bulleteers, you either love the bike or hate it. A Bulleteer is not going to buy a CBZ or Fiero and by extension, the CBZ/Fiero buyer is not going to step into a Bullet dealership. A Bulleteer may look over the Eliminator but personally I feel that the Eliminator buyer is in a different league. For this dedicated buyer, the Electra spells good news. With the Electra Royal Enfield has managed to create a better Bullet. The old CB points that were a major headache have been sorted out. Now what remains to be sorted out is the ride (18-inch rims and better shocks), brakes (disc brakes), Performance (revised gear ratio) and the quality levels. And I hear that the cogs are already turning at Royal Enfield and precisely such a machine is on its way. Umm, I can't wait... Can you?

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Its gr8 bike looks awesome t road.Smooth to drive and good performence also
Posted on 12:18:00 PM
thanks 4 posting dis gr8 review!!!
Posted on 10:07:00 PM
I AM 45 YEARS OLD AND MY FATHER USE TO HAVE ROYAL ENFIELD I GREW UP WITH KING OF THE BIKE.AND NOW I AM HAVING ROYAL ENFIELD 4S THIS IS MY THIRD BIKE FROM ENFIELD IN INDIA THIS IS THE ONLY HEAD TURNING BIKE REST ALL LADIES BIKE,ROYAL ENFIELD IS KING IT’S A SINGH BIKE.
Posted on 12:16:00 AM
It is marvelous to ride for long drive.
Posted on 7:26:00 AM
well i like to modifi my bullet standerd 350 cc 1993 model .is it will become legal can i get the renuval any one please help me.
Posted on 8:17:00 AM
Does electra 4s still comes? i do not see it on official website of RE.
Posted on 2:45:00 PM
Hey Ya’ll,
I have a STD of which I changed the swing arm. Now its a flat swing arm that holds an 18″ 130mm rear MRF tire. When I’ve been cornering it I don’t feel all that comfortable. My friends been telling me the flat swing arm is not well balanced than the normal round ones. I have the new rear gas shocks and it doesn’t wobble. Also, does the combo of the front and the rear matter for smooth cornering? I think I have a 19″ 110mm on the front or whatever comes stock. Professional advice suggestions, very much appreciated.
THANKS
Posted on 7:42:00 AM
We love our 2010 royal enfield bullet 500! We live in Canada and it sure turns heads. A great conversation piece and a great ride!
Posted on 8:49:00 PM
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