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1992Royal Enfield 500 Bullet
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The 1992 Royal Enfield 500 Bullet is a lightweight classic cruiser ideal for beginner and casual riders seeking simplicity and reliability. Its air-cooled 499cc single-cylinder engine delivers modest 22 horsepower with minimal maintenance demands. Best known for affordable, no-nonsense commuting and its timeless retro styling, the Bullet remains a utilitarian favorite worldwide.
- Capacity
- 499.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Dry weight
- 155.0 kg
- Seat height
- 760 mm
- Power
- 22.0 HP (16.2 kW) @ 5400 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Best suited to leisurely commuting, short scenic rides, and enthusiasts who want an authentic classic motorcycling experience rather than speed.
- Built for
- Delivers old-school charm with a thumping single-cylinder engine, low-end torque, and a slow, deliberate riding experience rather than sharp performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking high speed, modern handling precision, or long-distance touring comfort with a passenger.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usReliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →68
out of 100Good
The 1992 Royal Enfield 500 Bullet passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 87.9% of the time, 4.5 points above expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 68% of models.
All years of this model: 70 / 100 (good) from 32,095 tests.
87.9%Passed first time
5.8%Failed outright
6.2%Fixed during test
13,000Typical miles
496Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
56
68
67
61
64
65
60
48
63
65
74
70
70
70
73
72
73
70
60
64
70
91
'91'92'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'15'16
Against its rivals · ranks 2 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Enfield 350 Bullet | 75 Good | 8,617 |
| 2 | Royal Enfield 500 Bullet | 70 Good | 32,095 |
| 3 | Yamaha SR 500 | 40 Average | 722 |
| 4 | Kawasaki EL250 | 29 Below average | 904 |
| 5 | Suzuki Bandit 400 | 27 Below average | 853 |
| 6 | Suzuki GS 500 E | 23 Below average | 5,550 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 499.0 ccm
- Power
- 22.0 HP (16.2 kW) @ 5400 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1419 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 84.0 x 90.0 mm
- Compression
- 6.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- Points
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Dry Sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet Plate
Performance
- Top speed
- 123.0 km/h (76.4 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1370 mm
- Overall length
- 2120 mm
- Overall width
- 750 mm
- Overall height
- 1080 mm
- Seat height
- 760 mm
- Dry weight
- 155.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 184.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 14.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- 140 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Single downtube
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload
- Front wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 80 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front brakes diameter
- 178 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes diameter
- 152 mm
- Front tyre
- 3.25-19
- Rear tyre
- 3.50-19
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 | 1991 | 1992 | 1993 | 1994 | 1995 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 499 cc | 499 cc | 499 cc | 499 cc | 499 cc |
| Dry weight | 155 kg | 155 kg | 155 kg | 155 kg | 168 kg |
| Seat height | 760 mm | 760 mm | 760 mm | 760 mm | 760 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14.5 L | 14.5 L | 14.5 L | 14.5 L | 14.5 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | 56 Average | 68 Good | 67 Good | 61 Good | 64 Good |
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 500 Bullet?
The 1992 Royal Enfield 500 Bullet has a Capacity of 499.0 ccm (30.45 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Royal Enfield 500 Bullet have?
The 1992 Royal Enfield 500 Bullet has a Power of 22.0 HP (16.2 kW) @ 5400 RPM.
How many gears does the Royal Enfield 500 Bullet have?
The 1992 Royal Enfield 500 Bullet has a Gearbox of 4-speed.
How much does the Royal Enfield 500 Bullet weigh?
The 1992 Royal Enfield 500 Bullet has a Dry weight of 155.0 kg (341.7 pounds).
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