Royal Enfield

Apex · October 5th, 2009, 05:58 PM

I don't know about you, but I love the styling. The closest dealer to me is in Austin. It would be a nice drive/ride to go get parts.

I'd love to get one, just not sure about spending 6k on a bike like this. Still looks really cool. I'm a big fan of this style of bike. Much like I am of the old Norton Commando.

http://www.enfieldmotorcycles.com/models/deluxe-g5.html

http://www.enfieldmotorcycles.com/models/deluxe.html

http://www.enfieldmotorcycles.com/mo...ts/trials.html

Greg_E · October 5th, 2009, 06:18 PM

There was an old one needing restoration in the Craigslist somewhere near me a while ago, think they wanted like $3000.

gitoy · October 5th, 2009, 06:40 PM

mark...better read up on this bike before you get one...from what i understand not only does it have the old looks but the old maintenance hassle and idiosyncrises...

http://www.enfieldmotorcycles.com/forum/

killerkay3 · October 5th, 2009, 08:23 PM

man, my dad used to own the same bike when he was a teenager

Apex · October 6th, 2009, 05:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gitoy

mark...better read up on this bike before you get one...from what i understand not only does it have the old looks but the old maintenance hassle and idiosyncrises...

http://www.enfieldmotorcycles.com/forum/

Not as much, they switched powerplants in some of the models where you don't need to open it up like an old bike. Check out the new Cycle World for a write up on it.

Sailariel · October 14th, 2009, 01:27 PM

Love the looks of the RE. Current issue of Cycle World was not kind. CW is usually spot on.

Reswob · October 14th, 2009, 03:30 PM

That first one looks almost exactly like my brother's Triumph Bonneville. Are those single-cylinder!?

Racer x · October 14th, 2009, 06:51 PM

I want one . Dont have the money for a cruser but it is cool

Apex · October 14th, 2009, 07:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reswob

That first one looks almost exactly like my brother's Triumph Bonneville. Are those single-cylinder!?

Yeah, RE runs singles in their bikes.

Not to mention one of the only bikes that still run tubed tires.

KELPHYN · October 14th, 2009, 09:12 PM

Came across some pictures of the new for 2010 RE Classic. Fuel injected 500cc single to meet european EPA standards. Not sure if this the model tested in CW as I haven't read it. But sure is sweet looking. Me likey. Rumour has it, it might be coming to North America. Depending on pricing might be a nice modern classic to have in the garage. Hhmmm....

Sailariel · October 18th, 2009, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reswob

That first one looks almost exactly like my brother's Triumph Bonneville. Are those single-cylinder!?

The original Bonneville was a 650cc Twin with twin carbs.

capt_bugaloo · October 18th, 2009, 02:48 PM

I had a '95 Enfield 500 for a couple of years. Fun little hobby bike - if you're handy with a screwdriver and wrench. I enjoyed it, but eventually got tired of spending almost as much time on maintenance as on riding.

I hope the newer ones are more reliable...

Sailariel · October 20th, 2009, 03:01 PM

Do love the looks and the nostalgia. Rode mostly British bikes from 1958 to 1970. It would certainly be an easy bike to maintain since it is so simple. It would be a great second bike/commuter--nothing I would take on an Interstate or Freeway. Definitely a retro-bike.

October 5th, 2009, 05:58 PM	#1
Apex Livin' the Minimoto Life Name: Mark Location: Riding around in TX Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2022 Honda Navi, 2018 Z-125 Pro Posts: A lot.	Royal Enfield I don't know about you, but I love the styling. The closest dealer to me is in Austin. It would be a nice drive/ride to go get parts. I'd love to get one, just not sure about spending 6k on a bike like this. Still looks really cool. I'm a big fan of this style of bike. Much like I am of the old Norton Commando. http://www.enfieldmotorcycles.com/models/deluxe-g5.html http://www.enfieldmotorcycles.com/models/deluxe.html http://www.enfieldmotorcycles.com/mo...ts/trials.html __________________________________________________ --- My IG Page --- My FB page! --- 2022 Honda Navi && 2018 Z-125 Pro

October 18th, 2009, 02:48 PM	#12
capt_bugaloo motorcycle rider Name: Bruce Location: Victoria, BC Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '14 Yamaha V-Star 650 Custom (silver) Posts: A lot.	I had a '95 Enfield 500 for a couple of years. Fun little hobby bike - if you're handy with a screwdriver and wrench. I enjoyed it, but eventually got tired of spending almost as much time on maintenance as on riding. I hope the newer ones are more reliable... __________________________________________________ '14 Yamaha V-Star 650 Custom (silver)

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October 5th, 2009, 06:18 PM	#2
Greg_E ninjette.org sage Name: Greg Location: central new york Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 90 Suzuki gsx600f Katana, 03 Buell XB9R Posts: 868	There was an old one needing restoration in the Craigslist somewhere near me a while ago, think they wanted like $3000.

October 5th, 2009, 06:40 PM	#3
gitoy ninjette.org guru Name: gitoy Location: rpv, ca Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 04 ninja 250, 05 zzr 600 (sold), 07 cbr600rr Posts: 319	mark...better read up on this bike before you get one...from what i understand not only does it have the old looks but the old maintenance hassle and idiosyncrises... http://www.enfieldmotorcycles.com/forum/

October 5th, 2009, 08:23 PM	#4
killerkay3 =°°= Name: Imran Location: Bergen County, NJ Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Yamaha R6 / 2008 Green Ninja 250 (Sold) Posts: 103	man, my dad used to own the same bike when he was a teenager

October 14th, 2009, 01:27 PM	#6
Sailariel ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Alex Location: Belfast, ME Join Date: Jul 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Honda NT-700-V, formerly, Green 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Love the looks of the RE. Current issue of Cycle World was not kind. CW is usually spot on.

October 14th, 2009, 03:30 PM	#7
Reswob ninjette.org sage Name: Josh Location: Richmond VA Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Triumph Bonneville Black Posts: 627	That first one looks almost exactly like my brother's Triumph Bonneville. Are those single-cylinder!?

October 14th, 2009, 06:51 PM	#8
Racer x ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Eric Location: Iowa City Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Kawmeracchi 350 2010 Project X Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 54 MOTM - Sep '18, Feb '16	I want one . Dont have the money for a cruser but it is cool

October 20th, 2009, 03:01 PM	#13
Sailariel ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Alex Location: Belfast, ME Join Date: Jul 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Honda NT-700-V, formerly, Green 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Do love the looks and the nostalgia. Rode mostly British bikes from 1958 to 1970. It would certainly be an easy bike to maintain since it is so simple. It would be a great second bike/commuter--nothing I would take on an Interstate or Freeway. Definitely a retro-bike.