Despatch Inspired Limited Edition RE Classics Goes Out of Stock in 26 Minutes
Royal Enfield, the oldest production motorcycle manufacturer in the country earlier announced its plans of selling some exclusive limited edition Classic 500 bikes in a premium...
Royal Enfield, the oldest production motorcycle manufacturer in the country earlier announced its plans of selling some exclusive limited edition Classic 500 bikes in a premium format. As per the schedule, the sales commenced on their official Royal Enfield online store and all 200 units allotted for India were sold out in mere 26 minutes only. Only 600 units of the bikes had been produced in total and they have been truly inspired from the Despatch riders of the World wars. The machines originally got their genes from the RE bikes that were used by these riders to deliver information between the battlefield and command post. Besides these epic bikes, the company also introduced its fascinating range of apparel and accessories, which could be ordered from over 50 international markets through their online store: http://store.royalenfield.com/.
Royal Enfield Classic Despatch Rider Limited Edition houses a 499cc, single cylinder, four-stroke engine that comes mated to a five-speed constant mesh transmission. The engine churns out net power of 27.2bhp along with the shattering torque of 41.3Nm. The bike gets a bunch of interesting features that make it a true limited edition machine indeed. The air filter box receives a premium leather strap. The engine and exhaust section comes coated in a matte black colour that looks ravishing. Besides this, the bikes have been painted in three impressive camouflaged colours viz. Desert Storm Despatch, Squadron Blue Despatch and Military Green Despatch, however, the latter wasn’t on sale in India being the official colour of the Indian army. The bikes have a special badge on their left side indicating their production number and have been fitted with an Italian leather solo saddle that retains the vintage feel.
Needless to say, this clearly shows the higher demand of RE street cruiser motorcycles, which would be beneficial for its upcoming bike lineup as well. Bringing up such products over a period of time helps the manufacturer understand the needs of its customers and market in a better and efficient way and cater its audience with even more refinement and perfection.
Royal Enfield Classic 500 User Reviews
- One of the best bike
One of the best bike, it had great pick up and performance. It is reliable and safe. Good in mountains as well as highways. It is great value for money. It has less maintainance and superb performance. It is siutable for long trips and daily use in traffic as well. The looks are stylish and suits personality.
- My Bike Review
Good Bike, maintained like one of the family members. Did not trouble anytime during my ride. Did not met with an accident even once during my long rides. Just need to check tyres before starting off for a long ride. Seat is also very comfortable while riding the for longer distance for about 100KMs.
1 1 - Great for Shaukeens
Best Bike for long rides & ghats. Powerful acceleration & comfort while riding. Average is around 25km for Highways & 20km in cities. The Maintenance cost is bit high as it is an 500cc bike so for servicing it cost around 2k to 3k. You can take this bike for long rides with a pillion with comfort. No back pain or anything.
- Powerful, Performance,
This bike is superb, and awesome in the context of style, performance, power, milage. After running approx 12500 km I feel that this is the another super power in the segment of 500 cc bike. If any one want to enjoy true power of classic then he should go for 500 cc classic. The monster look is also great.
2 - RE classic 500 (dessert storm) no mods 2014
It's a great bike. There are no modifications done. With proper servicing and normal maintenance this will keep going. The power and pickup is nice. Easily overtakes other vehicles at 80kmph also. Is stable on highways. Adding a backrest could help pillion rider in long rides. I usually drove without pillion for long rides. So no issue there.
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