Royal Enfield Classic 500 Desert Storm
It comes with sand paint for war feel and looks. Classic Desert is powered by 500cc single cylinder engine that produces 41.3NM torque. It has bullet look that is reflected from tiger eye headlamps.
Royal Enfield Classic 500 Desert Storm Full Specifications
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement (cc) | 499 |
Engine Type | 4 stroke,Twinspark, BS-IV Engine |
No. of Cylinders | Single |
Maximum Power | 27.2 BHP @ 5250 RPM |
Maximum Torque | 41.3 NM @ 4000 RPM |
Starter System | Self Start/Kick Start |
Fuel Delivery System | Keihin Electronic Fuel Injection |
Ignition | Digital Electronic Ignition |
Cooling System | Air Cooled |
Gears | 5-Speed |
Clutch | Wet, Multi-Plate |
Bore (mm) | 84 |
Stroke (mm) | 90 |
CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION
Chassis Type | Single Downtube, Using Engine As Stressed Member |
Front Suspension | Telescopic, 35mm Forks, 130mm Travel |
Rear Suspension | Twin Gas Charged Shock Absorbers with 5-step Adjustable Preload, 80mm Travel |
BRAKES
Front Brake | 280mm Disc, 2-Piston caliper |
Rear Brake | 153mm Drum, Single Lead Internal Expanding |
TYRES AND WHEELS
Front Tyre Size | 90/90- 19 |
Rear Tyre Size | 120/80- 18 |
Wheel Size (inches) | 19 |
Tyres Types | ![]() |
Wheel Type | Spoke |
ELECTRICALS
Battery | 12 volt, 14 Ah |
Tail Light | 21 W / 5 W |
Dashboard | 12 volt - DC |
Headlamp | 60 W / 55 W, HALOGEN, Automatic Headlamp On (AHO) |
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Length (mm) | 2180 |
Width (mm) | 800 |
Height (mm) | 1080 |
Weight (Kg) | 187 |
Ground Clearance (mm) | 135 |
Wheelbase (mm) | 1370 |
COLOR
Colors | Desert Strom |
FUEL ECONOMY AND CAPACITY
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) | 14.5 |
Reserve Fuel | 2.5 |
Fuel Consumption City (kmpl) | 20.00 |
Fuel Consumption Highway (kmpl) | 25.00 |
SAGMart Reviews on Royal Enfield Classic 500 Desert Storm
What's good:
Royal Enfield, the brand image of the company is known by its classic motorcycles. The company has a series of unique looking models that will reminisce of the 1950s.The Classic Desert Strome is one of the Royal Enfield’s family that comes with a unique ‘sand’ paint scheme, which gives a stunning look to the motorcycle. Furthermore, the fuel tank gets a thigh pad on the both sides that gives it a vintage look. Few of its pros are given below:
- Vintage Style
- Traditional Single Seat
- Best Performance
- Ride Quality
Power to mileage:
The powerful engine of the Royal Enfield is combined with a modern technology and dynamic features that always keep the motorcycle in active mode. Thus, the Classic Desert Storm is based on the standard Classic 500, which uses the same 499cc four stroke and single cylinder engine. The powerful engine is capable of producing 27.2 BHP of power at 5,250 RPM and 41.3 NM of torque at 4,000 RPM. Few of its power to mileage are given below:
- 499cc Engine
- Bharat Stage IV (BS4)
- Maximum Power 27.2 BHP at 5,250 RPM
- Maximum Torque 41.3 NM at 4,000 RPM
- Digital Electronic Ignition
- Wet Multi-Plate Clutch
Handling and riding:
The handling and ride quality of the Royal Enfield Classic Desert Storm are standard that offers a dynamic and comfortable ride. The motorcycle gets high ground clearance that helps to protect the under body from damages. It has wide tyres that hold the road firmly and gives an excellent stability.
Safety:
It is the top variant of Royal Enfiled Classic, which is equipped with advanced safety objects. The stopping power comes from its standard front disc brake and rear drum brake that works respectively in each and every condition. Furthermore, it gets a powerful halogen bulb that provides good illumination at the dark places. Few of its safety features are given below:
- Powerful Halogen Bulb
- Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)
- Front Telescopic Travel Suspension
- Rear Suspension-Twin Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
- Front Disc Brake
- Rear Drum Brake
Verdict:
It is one of the most lovable vintage bikes from the Royal Enfield that reminiscent of the war era, 1950s. As per the top variant, the price of this variant is more higher. In the terms of the style and performance, the Classic Desert Storm is the worth bike.