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2008Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 5S

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The 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 5S is a five-speed version of Royal Enfield's classic Bullet, made in India. Its air-cooled 346cc single makes 18 hp at 5,000 rpm and 32 Nm through a five-speed gearbox, for a top speed of about 100 km/h. A low 740 mm seat makes it easy to ride.

Capacity
346.0 ccm
Engine
Single
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
Not on record
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Seat height
740 mm
Power
18.0 HP (13.2 kW) @ 5000 RPM
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Other years 2007 2008 2009

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 19Agility 39Comfort 55Off-road 20Touring 45Road manners 50
Off-road & trail20%
Cornering30%
City riding55%
Daily riding55%
Touring45%
Two-up40%
Track5%
Best for
Built for leisurely commuting and classic-style cruising rather than speed or sport riding.
Built for
A charming, old-school single-cylinder thumper that rewards patience with mechanical charm and easygoing torque delivery.
Not ideal for
Not for riders seeking high speed, sharp handling, or off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 740mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 5S, with a moderate knee angle of around 110 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
346.0 ccm
Power
18.0 HP (13.2 kW) @ 5000 RPM
Torque
32.0 Nm (3.3 kgf-m)
Engine type
Single
Bore x stroke
70.0 x 90.0 mm
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric & kick
Ignition
Transistor Coil Ignition
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Performance
Top speed
100.0 km/h (62.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1370 mm
Overall length
2120 mm
Overall width
750 mm
Overall height
1080 mm
Seat height
740 mm
Ground clearance
140 mm
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
Telescopic Hydraulic Damping
Rear suspension
Swing Arm with adjustable and Gas filled Shock Absorbers
Front wheel travel
130 mm
Rear wheel travel
80 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
280 mm
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front tyre
3.25-19
Rear tyre
3.25-19
Other
Color options
Red, Blue, Black, Grey

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 200720082009
Capacity 346 cc 346 cc 346 cc
Seat height 740 mm 740 mm 800 mm

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 5S?

The 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 5S has a Capacity of 346.0 ccm (21.11 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 5S have?

The 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 5S has a Power of 18.0 HP (13.2 kW) @ 5000 RPM.

How many gears does the Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 5S have?

The 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 5S has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 5S?

The 2008 Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 5S has a Torque of 32.0 Nm (3.3 kgf-m or 23.6 ft.lbs).

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