Royal Enfield has come a long way from making needles in Hunt End, a village in England, in 1851, to the building the burly Bullet Electra 5S. The Bullet Electra 5S is the new version of the Bullet Electra. It has great looks with a teardrop fuel tank that gulps down 14.4 liters of fuel and has a wonderful clunky' lid. This Electra variant comes with innovative features such as 5-speed gearbox with left gearshift, push button start, and a Digital Transistor Coil Ignition.
Looks
Solid down tube frame provides the spine work
Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 5S comes in sparkling new dual-tone paint
The multi- reflector-equipped lamps add a touch of modernity to the new Electra.
Electra 5S tail-lamp unit is broader and more perceptible than Electra.
Graphic display is marvelous
Steel stuffy body with black or red color gives rich contrast to Electra.
Control
Top speed of 108 kmph
Powerful acceleration - 60kph in 6.73seconds
new left-foot-operated heel-and-toe gear lever, unlike the one on the right as with the older Electra
The gearbox sports closer-packed internal ratios thanks to the new cog, with the fifth gear ratio remaining identical to fourth gear on the previous bike
The ignition system is transistor coil-actuated, while starting the Electra is now easier due to the self-starter
Bullet Electra 5S is equipped with single cylinder 4-stoke 350 cc engine
peak power of 18 bhp @ 5000 rpm
Maximum torque of 32 Nm @ 3000 rpm
Reassuringly powerful brakes
Glass-wool-fitted silencer to reduce heat transmission
Straight-line stability comes naturally to the Electra
Tall 19-inch rims, and a long 1370mm wheelbase
Heavy 175kg kerb-weight
280mm front disc brake is optional
Comfort
The friendly riding position has adequate room for both heavy as well as tall riders
Gas filled rear shock-absorbers enable Electra 5S to glide smoothly over potholes
Riding the bike reveals that all previous Royal Enfield character traits have been retained
the inclusion of a fifth wheel in the gearbox is a change for the better
The Electra's new stepped seat is better padded than earlier versions
Mileage and Economy
39-40 kmpl in city
meets tough emission norms with a Pulse Air Valve
The motor has been retuned in the interests of emission