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February 1, 2002 at 05:16:20
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Topic: dragging clutch on 95 model 500
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I am having trouble witht he clutch dragging on my 95 model 500 cc indian built machine,
I was wondering if anyone out there has any good tips on rectifying thisproblem, it is the
only thing that ruins an otherwise good fun bike

The usual reason for this -problem is either a clutch that needs adjustment
so that it disengages further, or one which is low on oil in the primary
chaincase
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February 1, 2002 at 01:21:04
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Topic: bullet motor ID. info.
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could you please help me ID this motor the numbers are as,right front case number is J 1397, left side is 2215,back of case is 413,Metal tag on motor says MANUFACTURED BY ENFIELDCYCLE CO. LTD. REDDITCH. PAT. NO. 4903-1920. Could you also explain REDDITCH, Thank you Wayne Suby

February 4, 2002 at 18:09:35
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Topic: financing?
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I would love to own an enfield, however I am a fourth year college student and do not have the full 4395 at my disposal. Are there any financing options available?

Each dealer has his/hjeer own local financing available. I would encourage
you to see your nearest dealer and see what they can offer you.

February 4, 2002 at 19:51:45
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Topic: seats for bullet
Message:
what are the seat options for the bullet motorcycle??? I want one with a small bicycle type seat. thanks, matt, nyc

There are many seat options available for the Enfield. Solo seats, cafe'
racer seats, you name it. If you go to www.enfieldmotorcycles.com and go to
the shopping area, you can see all that we have to offer

February 7, 2002 at 09:13:56
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Topic: S. America
Message:
Is there anyone who owns a Enfield in South America, or Columbia

February 7, 2002 at 14:21:38
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Topic: How does one answer?
Message:
Okay, I'm brand new at this site. I see very few answers and no way to answer any posted message anyhow.
Am I missing something?
I'm not an Enfield owner (yet) but seriously looking. Currently own 5 bikes.

If you just post a reply it will get posted to the boeard. Sometimes we
append an answer to the original message

February 8, 2002 at 10:28:09
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Topic: cool bikes
Message:
from a yank I say these are kick ass looking bikes. We were lookinf for something for my wife, I think I found it.

February 11, 2002 at 19:16:43
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Message:
INTERESTED IN A 500CC BIKE WITH A SOLO SEAT AND PRICE

February 11, 2002 at 21:35:25
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Topic: My Picture is Getting Ruined
Message:
I have a Royal Enfield 500cc Bullet Classic on order!YEEEhaw!...A new 2002 model, British Racing Green with tan solo seat...It has been on order since around Christmas which is when I finally told my wife "I am ordering it anyway" and called her bluff...Turns out she loves me, 'cause she just smiled,and said: "about time you stood up for yourself & made up your mind"...whatever that was supposed to mean after telling me I could'nt buy a motorcycle since I had turned forty a year earlier and started to have my mid-life crisis and began laying hints that I really wanted a bike and saying things like "life is short" and remembering being 13 yrs. old when all my friends had dirt bikes and my Mom would'nt buy me one 'cause I would kill myself....and I made a pact to myself that one day when I was no longer financially dependant on my folks, to buy myself a motorcycle.....Well, that day has come!!!...I chose the Royal Enfield even though my first choice was a Harley and I!
can afford one...because the Harley would be my ticket to the Mortuary and my dead body would have to hear my 70 yr. old Mom say "I told you so" at my funeral....I wanted to start with something less powerful but it still had to be cool....After looking around for a year (while I worked on my wife)...I finally came across a photo of the Bullet Electric starter with solo saddle.... THIS WAS IT BABY!...The Dealer up at Salem, Or. has been real helpful & knows his stuff..(which is good, 'cause I can barely keep my lawnmower running)..The bike came in freight damaged and he had to order again..now I'm waiting on the bad snowy weather to allow the new shipment across the U.S. I look at my photograph of the Bullet every morning to remind myself I actually have one coming....If it does'nt get here soon I'm gonna have to ask my neighbor if I can take his bomber 25 yr. old Honda trail 90 out for a spin to pacify my anxiety.....

February 12, 2002 at 12:36:11
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Topic: Shipping bike to US
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Hi, I own a Bullet 500 in India. I am soon moving to the USA, How can I get my bike from India to US. Can i get it registered there.

February 15, 2002 at 11:38:11
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Topic: Purchasing a Bullet in India
Message:
I am shortly to be posted to India for a year, and want to buy a bullet when I get to Delhi. Does anyone know a reputable dealer there?

February 16, 2002 at 01:20:16
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Topic: royal enfield electra
Message:
Why isn't model on your site?

The Electra is a model made for the Indian market and not the export markets

February 16, 2002 at 09:39:43
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Topic: Re: bullet motor ID. info.
Message:
The word Reddich on your engine tag refers to the original place of Manufacture for the Royal Enfield.
Reddich is a town approximately 25 miles south west of Birmingham, the heart of motorcycle manufacturing from 1900 though to the '60's

February 16, 2002 at 16:41:39
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Topic: Project Bullet Bike
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: I am looking for a project bike preferable old one with a solo seat. Does anyone has one ?

February 16, 2002 at 19:53:32
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Topic: Want to buy.
Message:
Looking for a used Royal Rnfield Bullet 500 in and around Michigan.

February 18, 2002 at 14:14:44
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Topic: Gorgeous
Message:
Forgive me if this sounds stupid, but what is the availability of the model on your homepage? Must one purchase a Classic model and customize it (with tan solo saddle, "Royal" decal, etc.) or is this a special package designation? What would the MSRP be in either case?

The model in our advertisements is a green Classic ES model (MSRP of $4195).
It is adorned with about $300 worth of accessories including the seat. The
accessories are either dealer or owner installed.

February 19, 2002 at 13:48:29
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Topic: For the first time rider
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I got my motorcycle license just so I could buy and ride an Enfield and I am very happy. I do have some advice for the new rider who is drooling over the picture of the Enfield he has on order. The first bit of advice is to believe what the owner's manual says about shifting. I was doing it too quickly and finding myself in "false neutral." Do it one gear at a time (I actually take my foot off between shifts to insure I'm not rushing it) and keep pulling gently as things move out of the way and the transmission gets happy with the new gear. False neutral can be scary in traffic but you will never have the problem if you are deliberate, firm but gentle. The second is to understand that the Enfield (at least mine) improves as it is broken in. Everything gets easier and works (and sounds) better as the miles go up. I had read this but I didn't believe it until I experienced it. Best of luck and safe riding. David Blasco, Fort Lauderdale

February 20, 2002 at 00:37:59
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Topic: bullet in ca . usa
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can they be rergistered in calif.

Please read the previous posts in past months about California

February 21, 2002 at 02:47:38
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Message
: Where can I buy Enfield motorcycles in Spain? How much cost they?

February 22, 2002 at 13:46:23
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Topic: New Bullet 500 ES
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Just taken delivery on my new beauty and looking forward to a great riding season. Only 60 miles on it so far, but already complimented on it by a couple of drooling guys. See mine at www.geocities.com/manofthesea60118.

February 22, 2002 at 15:07:03
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Topic: wanted
Message:
I urgently require a Royal Enfield Constellation petrol tank 4+gallon steel type. Must be suitable for repair/rechroming and painting if required

February 22, 2002 at 18:48:40
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Topic:
price&availability
Message: I apoligize for such a basic question but....how much does one cost? and where do I get One? on the border of upstate PA and NY, USA?

If you go to the dealers list at www.enfieldmotorcycles.com you will be able
to pick a couple of dealers out. the MSRP's are also posted on the website

February 23, 2002 at 23:20:29
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Topic: 750cc Bike
Message:
How about a 750cc Bike! I'd love to own a Enfield, But I'm not going backwards!
My Honda dirt bike is 600cc!!!

the factory has made it very clear that there is not a twin in our immediate
future. the reason is simple, a twin will sell in Europe and the US but will
not sell in their largest market India

February 24, 2002 at 12:17:46
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Message:
i have a Royal J2 of 1947, and i£§m restaurng it, I need to know about books, manual, and the colors paint of this motorcycle.

February 25, 2002 at 05:13:30
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Message:
Which is the best suitable rear shock absorbers available, that fits the Bullet 350.
How do you know wether the shock absorbers are bad/worn and should be replaced.
Awaiting for your esteemed reply...thank you in advance.

We sell a Hagon High Performance shock which is a great performer.

February 26, 2002 at 00:52:42
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Topic: shipping from India
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I am interested in having an Enfield Bullet shipped over from Madras, India. Is there a good source of information about import duty and regulations?

If you are from the US the best source of information is the US Customs
service. You shold also look at past posts on this subject on this message
board. to make a long story short for all ppracticval purposes you cannot
legally import an Enfield privately form India. The reasons have to do with
the EPA and DOT.

February 27, 2002 at 11:06:21
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Topic: Diesel Bullet
Message:
Can any body tell me where can I get Diesel Bulett Bike in Baangalore and at what rates.
How is the performance of this bike?

Before I get tons of e-mail, the Diesel has never been available in the US
and went out of production worldwide about a year ago.

February 27, 2002 at 20:08:54
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Topic: My RE 1950 Cycle
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I bought it new and equipped it with leg bars and black leather saddle bags and it was a Dandy. The 125 cc. engine just "hummed" everywhere I went. I rode it to college for 2 years (summer and winter) in Maryland. I will never forget the "rubber band" front end which was really quite comfortable and comments from the new Indian owners with the first telescopic forks. The rubber did trend to dry rot and fatigue. In all I rodew it for 56000 miles and this included trips to the Great Smoky Mtns. The finger lakes of NY state and all through the mtns of Virginia. O how I like my little 125 and especially the economy. . A tube of oil and a lioter of gas and I was set for the week. Just thought I would share some of this to anyone who is interested and who shared ownership of this fine little piece of machinery

February 28, 2002 at 08:19:13
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Topic: ME AGAIN!
Message:
JUST FINISHED GOING THROUGH EVERY PART OF YOUR WEB-SIGHT!
I DIDN'T REALISE THERE WAS SOO MANY OPTIONS FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL
STEED!
I DUN BETTER GO GIT MESELF ONE OF THESE HERE MACHINES!!!!

February 28, 2002 at 16:55:08
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Topic: I'm interested
Message:
I'm interested in enfield motorcycles. I would like to hear more.I'm from long Island New York.

Saturday, March 2, 2002 at 06:04:35
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Topic: Manufacturing Locations
Message:
Hi,
Just wanted to know where all are the bullets being manufactured in the wrold apart from india.
Best Regards,
Gaura

They have been made in Chennai ( Madras) India since 1955. Chennai is the
only place that they are manufactured

March 2, 2002 at 13:31:48
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Topic: Clubman 500-s
Message:
Will the Clubman 500-s be available in the states? I would like to get one, but I know it is too difficult to import it myself. Any information would help.

The Clubman is currently available in the US. See you local Royal Enfield
dealer for details

 
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