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2016Royal Enfield Continental GT
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The 2016 Royal Enfield Continental GT is a lightweight retro-styled motorcycle that appeals to riders seeking classic aesthetics with modern reliability. Known for its approachable handling, comfortable seating, and affordability, it excels as an ideal entry-level bike for new riders and city commuters. Its fuel-efficient 535cc engine and 13.5-liter tank provide excellent range for weekend adventures.
- Capacity
- 535.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 184.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 29.1 HP (21.2 kW) @ 5100 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a stylish retro cafe racer for cruising city streets and weekend backroad rides rather than outright speed or long-distance touring.
- Built for
- Charming, characterful, and mechanically simple, it rewards riders who enjoy classic single-cylinder thump and old-school styling over modern refinement.
- Not ideal for
- Not suited for riders wanting strong acceleration, high-speed stability, off-road capability, or serious two-up touring comfort.
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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Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →59
out of 100Average
The 2016 Royal Enfield Continental GT passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 86.8% of the time, 2.6 points above expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 59% of models.
All years of this model: 66 / 100 (good) from 3,619 tests.
86.8%Passed first time
4.7%Failed outright
8.5%Fixed during test
3,000Typical miles
637Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
68
70
61
59
74
88
201320142015201620172018
Against its rivals · ranks 4 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moto Guzzi V7 Special | 95 Excellent | 478 |
| 2 | Moto Guzzi V7 Stone | 76 Good | 829 |
| 3 | Yamaha MT-07 | 72 Good | 12,915 |
| 4 | Royal Enfield Continental GT | 66 Good | 3,619 |
| 5 | Kawasaki ER-6N | 50 Average | 686 |
| 6 | Suzuki SV650 | 49 Average | 75,177 |
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
- 535.0 ccm
- Power
- 29.1 HP (21.2 kW) @ 5100 RPM
- Torque
- 44.0 Nm (4.5 kgf-m) @ 4000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1582 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 87.0 x 90.0 mm
- Compression
- 8.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- Digital Electronic Ignition
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multi-plate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1360 mm
- Overall length
- 2060 mm
- Overall width
- 760 mm
- Overall height
- 1070 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Wet weight
- 184.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- 140 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Twin downtube cradle
- Front suspension
- Telescopic, 41mm forks
- Rear suspension
- Paioli. Twin gas charged shock absorbers with adjustable preload
- Front wheel travel
- 110 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 80 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Floating discs. 2-Piston floating caliper.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 100/90-18
- Rear tyre
- 100/90-18
Other
- Color options
- Red, green, black
- Warranty
- 24
- Comments
- Brand full name is Royal Enfield. Made in India.
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 535 cc | 535 cc | 535 cc | 535 cc | 535 cc |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13.5 L | 13.5 L | 13.5 L | 13.5 L | 13.5 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | 70 Good | 61 Good | 59 Average | 74 Good | 88 Excellent |
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 Continental GT?
The 2016 Royal Enfield Continental GT has a Capacity of 535.0 ccm (32.65 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Royal Enfield Continental GT have?
The 2016 Royal Enfield Continental GT has a Power of 29.1 HP (21.2 kW) @ 5100 RPM.
How many gears does the Royal Enfield Continental GT have?
The 2016 Royal Enfield Continental GT has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Royal Enfield Continental GT?
The 2016 Royal Enfield Continental GT has a Torque of 44.0 Nm (4.5 kgf-m or 32.5 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM.
How much does the Royal Enfield Continental GT weigh?
The 2016 Royal Enfield Continental GT has a Wet weight of 184.0 kg (405.7 pounds).
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