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Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500

The Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500 is a discontinued 499 cc air-cooled motorcycle with a 5-speed gearbox. BikeDekho and BikeWale list 27.5 PS @ 5250 rpm maximum power and 41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm maximum torque. It has a 13.5 L fuel tank and a 192 kg kerb weight.

Engine
499 cc
Max power
27.5 PS @ 5250 rpm
Max torque
41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Claimed mileage
40 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)
Fuel tank
13.5 L
Kerb weight
192 kg

About the Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500

Overview

The Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500 is a cruiser motorcycle from Royal Enfield. It has been discontinued (production ended around 2020). Mechiee still services it at your doorstep. Cruisers are built for relaxed riding, typically with a low seat, a laid-back posture and an engine that pulls from low revs. With a 499 cc engine it sits in the middleweight 450–800 cc class.

Engine and performance

Power comes from a 499 cc single-cylinder air-cooled fuel-injected engine that makes 27.5 PS at 5,250 rpm and 41.3 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. Peak torque arrives low in the rev range, at 4,000 rpm, which makes it relaxed to ride in traffic. Its stroke is longer than its bore (84 mm x 90 mm), a long-stroke layout that generally favours low-down pulling power. Divide power by kerb weight and it has about 143 PS per tonne; by that measure, it is lively, with easy overtakes and relaxed highway speeds. It has both electric and kick start.

Gearbox

It has a 5-speed manual gearbox, and a chain carries drive to the rear wheel.

Chassis, brakes and tyres

Its frame is single downtube, using engine as stressed member. Suspension is by telescopic forks at the front and twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-Step adjustable preload at the rear. Braking is by a 280 mm disc at the front and a 240 mm disc at the rear, with dual-channel ABS. ABS on both wheels keeps either tyre from locking under hard braking. It rides on 19-inch front and 18-inch rear spoke wheels — 90/90-19 at the front and 110/80-18 at the rear.

Size, comfort and range

The seat is 800 mm off the ground, which is about average and suits most riders. It weighs 192 kg ready to ride, which is on the heavy side, so moving it by hand takes some effort. Ground clearance is 135 mm — low, so take speed breakers and steep ramps slowly. It is 2,080 mm long, with 1,380 mm between the axles. Its 13.5 L fuel tank and claimed mileage of 40 kmpl work out to roughly 540 km per tankful on paper; real-world range is usually lower.

Features and equipment

Equipment includes an analogue instrument console and a halogen headlamp.

Owning one

The manufacturer's warranty is 1 year or 10,000 km. For the Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500, Mechiee offers a fixed ₹2,799 doorstep service.

Who it suits

It is best suited to relaxed riding and unhurried weekend trips.

Care notes for this model

Its chain drive needs regular cleaning, lubrication and slack adjustment.

Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500 specifications

These figures are listed by independent publications; where they overlap, they agree. Exact values can differ slightly by variant and model year.

Engine & performance

Displacement
499 cc
Configuration
Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Spark ignition, Fuel injection
Cooling
Air Cooled
Fuel system
Fuel Injection
Ignition
Digital electronic ignition
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Maximum power
27.5 PS @ 5250 rpm
Maximum torque
41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Claimed mileage
40 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)
Transmission
5 Speed
Gears
5-speed
Final drive
Chain Drive
Bore x stroke
84 mm x 90 mm
Compression ratio
8.5:1
Emission norm
bs4
Cylinders
1

Dimensions & capacity

Length
2080 mm
Width
805 mm
Height
1123 mm
Wheelbase
1380 mm
Ground clearance
135 mm
Seat height
800 mm
Kerb weight
192 kg
Fuel tank
13.5 L

Brakes, suspension & tyres

Front brake
Disc, 280 mm
Rear brake
Disc, 240 mm
Braking system
Dual Channel
Front suspension
Telescopic forks
Rear suspension
Twin Gas Charged Shock Absorbers with 5-Step Adjustable Preload
Front tyre
90/90-19
Rear tyre
110/80-18
Wheels
Spoke
Tyre type
Tube

Chassis & frame

Frame type
Single Downtube, Using Engine As Stressed Member
Seat type
Single

Electricals

Battery
12V, 12AH MF
Headlamp
Halogen
Instrument console
Analogue
Tail lamp
Bulb

Safety

  • Dual Channel ABS

Sources: BikeDekho, BikeWale, ZigWheels

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Owning the Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500

  • Claimed mileage

    40 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)

    Manufacturer's claimed figure; real-world mileage is usually lower.

  • Estimated range

    about 540 km

    Claimed mileage × tank size. An estimate, not a promise.

  • Manufacturer warranty

    1 Year or 10,000 Km

    Terms and conditions apply.

  • Mechiee doorstep service

    ₹2,799

    Mechiee's fixed doorstep service price for this model.

Maintaining the Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500

  • Routine servicing

    Follow the schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. A regular service is the cheapest way to catch small problems before they become expensive ones.

  • Engine oil & filter

    Engine oil is the single most important consumable to keep fresh. Top up between services if the level drops, and change it on schedule.

  • Brake inspection

    With Disc, 280 mm and Disc, 240 mm brakes, check pad or shoe wear, lever and pedal free play, and braking feel at every service.

  • Chain cleaning & lubrication

    A clean, correctly tensioned and lubricated chain lasts longer and wastes less power. Check slack regularly, especially after riding in rain or dust.

  • Air filter & spark plug

    A clogged air filter or worn spark plug shows up as hard starting, weak throttle response and poorer fuel economy. Both are checked at a regular service and replaced when worn.

  • Disc brake fluid

    Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point. Have its level and condition checked and change it on the interval in the owner's manual.

  • Tyre inspection

    This bike runs 90/90-19 / 110/80-18 tyres. Check pressure, tread depth and sidewalls, and replace tyres that are worn or cracked.

  • Battery & electricals

    The battery is listed as 12V, 12AH MF. Weak starting, dim lights or a flickering console are early signs the battery or charging system needs a look.

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Compare with similar Royal Enfield bikes

Manufacturer figures for each bike. A dash means the value is not published in our sources.

SpecificationRoyal Enfield Bullet Trials 500Royal Enfield Bullet 500Royal Enfield Bullet 650Royal Enfield Bullet 350
Engine499 cc499 cc648 cc349 cc
Max power27.5 PS @ 5250 rpm27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm34.6 kW @ 7250 rpm20.21 PS @ 6100 rpm
Max torque41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm52.3 Nm @ 5650 rpm27 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Claimed mileage40 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)30 Kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)—35-40 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)
Gears5-speed5-speed6-speed5-speed
Kerb weight192 kg196 kg243 kg (90% fuel & oil)195 kg
Fuel tank13.5 L13.5 L14.8 Litres13 L
Front brakeDisc, 280 mmDisc, 280 mmHydraulic Disc Brake Single 320 mm disc, twin piston floating caliperDisc, 300 mm
Rear brakeDisc, 240 mmDisc, 240 mmHydraulic Disc Brake Single 300 mm disc, twin piston floating caliperDrum, 153 mm

Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500 specs explained

What the technical terms on this page mean.

ABS
Anti-lock braking system. It stops a wheel locking up during hard braking so the rider can keep steering. A single-channel system works on one wheel, usually the front; a dual-channel system works on both.
Fuel injection
Petrol is delivered by an electronically controlled injector instead of a carburettor, which helps with easy starting and steady fuel economy.
Air cooling
The engine is cooled by air flowing over its fins. It is simpler and needs no coolant, which keeps upkeep straightforward.
Kerb weight
The weight of the bike ready to ride, with its fluids and fuel, but without a rider or luggage.
Bore x stroke
The cylinder's width and the piston's travel. A larger bore relative to stroke tends to favour revs; a longer stroke tends to favour low-speed pull.
Compression ratio
How much the fuel-air mixture is squeezed before it is ignited. It is one of the factors behind an engine's efficiency and power.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500 has a 499 cc engine, described as single cylinder, 4-stroke, spark ignition, fuel injection.

The Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500 is rated at 27.5 PS @ 5250 rpm maximum power and 41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm maximum torque.

The claimed figure for the Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500 is 40 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho). Real-world mileage is usually lower and depends on riding style, load, road and traffic conditions and how well the bike is maintained.

The Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500 has Disc, 280 mm at the front and Disc, 240 mm at the rear, with Dual Channel.

The Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500 runs 90/90-19 at the front and 110/80-18 at the rear on spoke wheels.

Follow the service schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. Between services, keep an eye on engine oil, chain, tyres and battery. With Disc, 280 mm and Disc, 240 mm brakes, brake wear and adjustment are worth checking at every visit.

Multiplying the claimed 40 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho) by the 13.5 L tank gives roughly 540 km on a full tank. That is an estimate from claimed figures; real-world range is usually lower.

The manufacturer states a warranty of 1 Year or 10,000 Km. Terms and conditions apply.

No. The Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500 has been discontinued (production ended around 2020). Mechiee still lists doorstep servicing for it.

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