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Date: March 29, 2006
Topic: how much oil?
Message: Hi guys I have a 94 Bullet 500. I was just wondering
when I do a oil and filter change, how much oil is usually needed. Thanks
Sukhi Dhillon (Burlington, ONT CANADA)
email: sdhillon007@hotmail.com
Date: March 29, 2006
Topic: sidecars
Message: I am interested in a sidecar for my 500. Anyone
have one or know the best place to purchase one? Thanks.
Greg
email: hourglassline@hotmail.com
Reply: Royal
Enfield dealers offer the Cozy sidecar. It is all steel and is made
specifically to fit the Royal Enfield. More information here http://www.royalenfieldusa.com/index.php?cPath=1_15&osCsid=a8329fa51816ca5f3d0d3cc5fa9773d5
Date: March 28, 2006
Topic: Raising Compression
Message: Hi Folks. I've bought most of a 1921 Enfield
big V-twin, but need a set of girder forks. Can anyone help?
Cheers, Andy.
email: hairy-person@tiscali.co.uk
Date: March 27, 2006
Topic: Continental Kit/Sportsman mod for the Electra?
Message: As you will be bringing the Electra to the states
in April, will there be the kits to do Cafe Racer style additions?
(i.e. like the Continental (for the old engine) and the Electra Sportsman?)
Reply: At
the moment there are not as many items for the Electra as there are
for the conventional Bullet. Over time this will change. For the latest
updates subscribe to our FREE newsletter. You can subscribe here: http://www.enfieldmotorcycles.com/subscribe.html
Date: March 27, 2006
Topic: Royal Enfields into Canada
Message: I purchased a 1999 R.E. Deluxe out of Dallas
and had it air-shipped to my son in Napa, CA. for eventual tranport up
here (over the Canadian border)to Calgary, Alberta.
Unfortunately it turns out that these bikes aren't on the "approved
list" (the Trucker's words)for legal import into Canada. I believe
that my 500 model was made in Madras, India...also a "Commonwealth
Country".
Can anyone tell me why my Bullet ain't approved? And better yet, what
can I do to get it up here?
Thanks and regards,
Eric Dahlberg
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
email: eric@ecdgeological.ab.ca
Reply: This
message board is full of questions like this. Simply put each country
has its won rules and regulations. Bike which are legally imported into
different countries are different. It is virtually impossible to beat
the rules. PLEASE check with your local authorities before wasting your
money like this. We get TONS of calls from people who do not check first
and then end up with their bikes being impounded for good by Customs.
When it comes to motor vehicles each country is different. In the case
of Canada because of the size of the market Royal Enfield has not applied
for approval. There is botching you can do and there are no legal loopholes.
The same is true of trying to bring one from India directly into the
US
Date: March 27, 2006
Topic: Crankcase Breather Overflow Problem
Message: The crankcase breather on my 2002 bullet ES
seems to be producing a very large quantity of oil. I started the bike
today for about 5 minutes, after it had set for approximately 2 months;
it produced about a half-pint to a pint of oil which ran out the bottom
of the air filter. I emptied the EPA oil reservoir which is fitted next
to the battery last year before I put it away for the winter. It seems
to have too much crankcase pressure. The motor oil level was correct according
to the dip stick before I started the bike. Why is so much oil being forced
from the crankcase up the breather tube and out the air filter?
Date: March 26, 2006
Topic: 350 cc Bullet wanted
Message: Looking for a good condition 350 bullet for
export to my brother (as a surprise birthday present) in Australia. Must
be in really good condition and less than 20,000Rs and ideally located
in Goa since I have people who can come and see it. However, any location
will be considered for a good example. I am located in London, UK. Any
pointers gratefully received. Please email me on "doctorbrown (atsign)
email.com" [anti-spam version of email address necessary, sorry]
Date: March 26, 2006
Topic: Flying flea
Message: Do anyone of you know where i could get a 125
1950 enfield oversize piston?
Date: March 25, 2006
Topic: Raising Compression
Message: Hello! Has anyone raised compression in their
500cc bullett? I am looking to do this by having the cylinder head shaved
a bit. I want to know how much I can have taken off before it's "too
much.." Has anyone done this?
email: tinyelvis56@yahoo.com
Date: March 24, 2006
Topic: Synthetic oil problem?
Message: My new 2005 Bullet (1500 miles) had a problem
with an oil leak of some kind recently. It had never leaked a drop, when
I parked it one day and noticed a lot of oil under the bike and all over
the bottom of the engine. Nothing showed on the dip stick. Dealer closed,
I decided to ride (slowly) about a mile home. It made it ok & I put
a half qt. of regular oil in it to get to the dealer next day. He couldn't
find anything wrong. I don't get on it riding too much - usually not much
over 45mph. Replaced the synthetic oil and haven't seen a drop leak since.
What might have caused this?
email: danie1@everestkc.net
Reply: Sometimes
Synthetic oil can find ways to escape from an engine that regular oil
can't
Date: March 24, 2006
Topic: 1965 Royal Enfield 750 TT Interceptor
Message:I wondered if anyone has or knows of a 1965 Enfield
750 Interceptor bike? I bought one new in 1965 and would like to find
one
Thanks,
Gordon
email: gordonbeers@aol.com
Date: March 24, 2006
Topic: Diesel
Message: Since bio-diesel is seen as a solution to enviromental
problems, and RE makes a diesel version for sale in India why not import
it? It seems it would have a "natural" market, especially in
the midwest.
email: aghemphi@hotmail.com
Reply: Royal
Enfield has not manufactured a diesel motorcycle for many years.
Date: March 24, 2006
Topic: type of metal
Message: hello,here is a silly question,can any1 tell
me what types of metal are used for what parts i.e. tubed steel for the
frame.. this will help with polishing etc.
many thanks
grommit
Date: March 23, 2006
Topic: Model G Wanted
Message: Looking for a 1948 to 1952 Model G. Preferably
in original, running condition, with ability to be restored. Will consider
trading new 2005 RE for it. Let me know what you have and what you're
asking for it.
email: conwayde@yahoo.com
Date: March 22, 2006
Topic: Used Military
Message: I'm looking to buy a 2003 or newer Military
model. Electric start preferred. I want the 500, but would consider a
350. Hoping to find one in the New England area, but anywhere on the east
coast north of DC would be do-able.
Please contact me if you know of a bike for sale!
email: jackie_pratt@hotmail.com
Date: March 22, 2006
Topic: Enfields in Central Illinois
Message: I really like these bikes. However, there are
no dealers anywhere near me. Does anybody in the Springfield, IL area
have a clean used one they want to sell(maybe a unclean one too...;-)
)? Also, any owners near here who would share their experiences with me
would be appreciated. Thanks.
p.s. Enfield guys: I notice that your dealer network is growing, and that's
good. Hopefully you'll get a presence in my area soon. Come to some of
the bike shows and/or the Springfield Mile. I think you'll find a good
number of interested bikers.
email: bisonsix@family-net.net
Date: March 21, 2006
Topic: Price on 1947 Royal enfield
Message: I am wondering what a good price for a 1947
Royal Enfield would be. Runs good and is in great condition. Thanks for
the help.
Date: March 21, 2006
Topic: VINs
Message: Hi all,
I was wondering how I could trace the history of my bullet using my VIN.
Is there a resource I could use for this?
I have 3 old ones (60's and 70's) and am interested in knowing more about
what the numbers/letters on the VIN mean.
Any help would be appreciated.
email: timph@iinet.net.au
Reply: The
Royal Enfield Owners Club offers a machine dating service they can be
reached at: http://www.royalenfield.org.uk/
Date: March 20, 2006
Topic: Neutral Finder on 5 Speed
Message: Hi,
In the works of getting a 500cc Military. I know it has the new 5 speed.
I have been pouring over pictures. I have seen Some 5 speeds with the
Neutral finder and Some without. Anyone know what's up with this? Does
anyone know if there is a place to get one aftermarket? I know I can install
one this winter if can get one.
Anything you can offer is good.
Thanks,
Wizid
email: greenman_jack023@hotmail.com
Reply: None
of the 5-Speeds have a neutral finder, it is not part of that design.
They are ONLY found on the older (pre-2004) 4-speed models
Date: March 19, 2006
Topic: Classics
Message: I come from a long line of Harley riders. My
first was a new '72 FX.
I saw this ad and had to respond. Growing up in a very small town in ND,
my jaw dropped when I saw (and heard!) a neighbors visitor's Royal Enfield
chug down the street. It was beautiful. As I said, I am HD by birth, but
I so appreciate the British bikes, Triumph Bonnie goes with out saying,
but the Enfield still has a big place in my heart. (Now electrics are
improved as well as carbs I hope!!) Anyway, I am now in my 50's, yeah,
I know...Had to retire from my career as aircraft mech due to on job injury,
and now wonder about the Enfield Trike possibilities.
Can you send me some info on products available?
Thank you...
email: PanhedRidr@aol.com
Reply: A
downloadable brochure is available at http://www.enfieldmotorcycles.com/brochure.html
Date: March 18, 2006
Topic: transmission update
Message: When did the RE discontinue the gear lever adapter?
Is it now a true LH shift? The old adapter turned me off but now I'm interested.
Also, will the compression on 500cc bikes be raised? pls reply, thx
email: dad41dad@yahoo.com
Reply: The
transmission changed form a 4-speed to a 5-speed in 2004. The 5-speed
is a true left hand shift unit. There are not plans to raise the compression
of the conventional Bullet engine. It has worked well like this for
over 50 years and there is not compelling reason to change. The new
Electra engine which is an entirely new engine and will be installed
on the Electra X which will be introduced in April will have a somewhat
higher compression ratio.
Date: March 18, 2006
Topic: dealer prep.
Message: Assuming its ok with my dealer, can I order
a RE and take delervery of the crate. (no dealer prep)I realize this would
void the warrentee, but that is not a problem.
Reply: It
is against the terms of our agreement with our dealers for them to deliver
a bike in a crate. We believe that a customer should only get a bike
that has been properly assembled and repaired. A dealer may lose his
or her relationship with us for doing this.
Date: March 18, 2006
Topic:
Message: Hi, I'm looking for a bullett in the San Antonio
area. Prefer a military model, but will consider others (I'll just build
a military model if I have to) Prefer sound running condition. Hope to
join the many other happy Enfield riders and keepers of the legend.
email: philipraven@sbcglobal.net
Date: March 15, 2006
Topic: new bike assembly charge
Message: Do all dealers charge $275 or so to assemble
the bike? Mine does. If so, the actual cost is more like 5k.
email: ackley_steve@hotmail.com
Reply: Most
dealer charge extra for vehicle preparation and the destination charge.
These are very real costs to the dealer. For example a top notch assembly
and preparation can take up to 8 hours. If you Multiply this times the
dealers shop rate you can see that $275 is reasonable. Destination charges
are also real. Each dealer pays the cost of truck shipping from the
motorcycle warehouse which is near Norfolk VA. Shipping can be an expensive
item especially given the costs today with high oil prices.
Date: March 14, 2006
Topic: Enfields in Canada
Message: Can anyone fill me in on why these bikes are
not in Canada ???
email: bsainc@shaw.ca
Date: March 14, 2006
Topic: Interceptor exhaust camshaft
Message: I recently bought a 2002 bullet with 1,400 miles
on it. It runs fine but the idle is way too high. Whats the best way to
adjust it? Is the idle screw the large screw that is spring loaded? Thanks
for your help.I live in CT.
Ken
email: jetbyer@yahoo.com
Date: March 14, 2006
Topic: Interceptor exhaust camshaft
Message: Hi
Can anyone help me locate an exhaust camshaft ,rear brake shoes and lower
fork yoke for a series two interceptor,in any condition,trying to restore
one of these magnificent machines but missing these parts,Many thanks
Phil
Date: March 14, 2006
Topic: 2006 military
Message: ok guys..I've just discovered these bikes....I
wanna talk to an owner...get the REAL scoop on the showroom fresh stock
bike. I hear rumor of a better carb to replace the stock one...c'mon,
tell a prospective buyer what he oughtta know before investing $5k. if
ya hadit al to do over, what wouldja change? I wanna try to go into this
with my eyes wide open. Talk to me guys...thanks...Grant
email: MarcatOLEO@hotmail.com
Date: March 14, 2006
Topic: Electra Features
Message: Does anyone know if or when the features of
the Electra X(gas-filled shocks, electronic ignition, front disc, aluminum
engine) will be used on the U.S. Classic or Military models?
email: maxineohio@peoplepc.com
Reply: At
this time we have no plans to install the features which are exclusive
to the Electra on the more traditional Classic Bullets
Date: March 11, 2006
Topic: Electra - Performance Parts
Message: I noticed the message re: US availability of
the Electra in April. Anybody know if the performance parts offered for
the Bullet (primarily the 535 kit) be compatible with the new "lean
burn" engine? Thanks for the info.
email: bozarthjd@hotmail.com
Reply: The
Electra engine is an entirely different engine than the conventional
Bullet engine. Because of that virtually none of the Bullet performance
parts form the Bullet will fit the Electra. We have developed quite
a few new performance parts already and more will be coming. Watch our
newsletter (you can subscribe here http://www.royalenfieldusa.com/information.php?info_id=12
or go to our web-store at www.royalenfieldusa.com
Date: March 11, 2006
Topic: Be honest... top complaints?
Message: Hey all, I'm very interested in getting a Royal
Enfield Military and have pretty much decided this is most definately
the bike for me. I was just curious though, I've only every read positive
feedback on these bikes. Someone out there has to have had some sort of
problem I should look for just in case. I'm definately getting one, just
wanna know what I should keep an eye on, that sort of thing.
email: drbenway666@yahoo.com
Date: March 11, 2006
Topic: Be honest... top complaints?
Message: Hey all, I'm very interested in getting a Royal
Enfield Military and have pretty much decided this is most definately
the bike for me. I was just curious though, I've only every read positive
feedback on these bikes. Someone out there has to have had some sort of
problem I should look for just in case. I'm definately getting one, just
wanna know what I should keep an eye on, that sort of thing.
email: drbenway666@yahoo.com
Date: March 8, 2006
Topic: Bullet Tourers
Message: I am a Very Big Fan Of Bullet Ride, But I Can't
Afford To Buy This Royal Ride For My Own. My Resource Are Limited SO I
Always Enjoy The People Who Drive This....May Be One Day I Will Be One
Of Them.....Hope Sustains Life
email: machismo@hotmail.co.uk
Date: March 8, 2006
Topic: Dream
Message: I am a Very Big Fan Of Bullet Ride, But I Can't
Afford To Buy This Royal Ride For My Own. My Resource Are Limited SO I
Always Enjoy The People Who Drive This....May Be One Day I Will Be One
Of Them.....Hope Sustains Life
email: mdogra78@yahoo.com
Date: March 7, 2006
Topic: RE 500 condenser and coil
Message: Hello RE fans ! I would like to know what type
(eventually parameters) of condenser and coil I need for current RE 500
Bullet Standard. Roman - Slovakia
email: benes@slovakodata.sk
Date: March 7, 2006
Topic: maintenance
Message: I am not mechanically inclined, and have never
owned a motorcycle before. Is a Royal Enfield for me? I don't mind trying
to work on the bike, and would if it came with some sort of user manual.
What do you think?
Does this bike require a lot of maintenance? What kind of things needs
to be worked on on a regular basis to keep the bike in good working order?
email: jpford@gmail.com
Date: March 5, 2006
Topic: Royal Enfield - 500 Continental Kit
Message: I am really wanting to build this kit bike.
Anyone have information? Also - I guess I need a donor frame as it's not
part of the kit - any idea on leads for such a frame? Words-of-advice
(or concern) would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
email: danrogers74@hotmail.com
Date: March 5, 2006
Topic: Freeway Driving
Message: I am interested in purchasing a new bullet classic.
For the most part I will stay off the freeway, but, there are times when
I may have to ride on them. What speed can I safely ride at without seizing
the engine?
email: jplally1@juno.com
Date: March 4, 2006
Topic: Clutch Slipping
Message: I'm restoring a '47 "J' model, & I'm
having some trouble with the clutch slipping when kick starting, the springs
& plates seem O.K. but it still slips every now & again, is this
common, it seems to have huge compression which puts alot of preasure
on the clutch. When using the compression lever its better but thought
I'd check if this is common before I go & replace the springs which
are near imposible to get in Aus.
email: marcus@eastpointsigns.com
Date: March 4, 2006
Topic: Windshield
Message: I want to install a windshield on my vintage
styled "electric start". I wonder if anyone else has done that
and what size windshild was used.
email: barbsdachs@earthlink.net
Reply: You
can try any of these, they all fit
http://www.royalenfieldusa.com/index.php?cPath=1_4_27
Date: March 3, 2006
Topic: Enfield in VT
Message: I am looking to buy a used royal enfield in
vermont. you can email me or call me at 802-224-9901
thanks
email: nair@orcamedia.net
Date: March 2, 2006
Topic: going to india
Message: Hi everyone. We have always been moto guzzi
owners but they are getting much to Japanese for us & we are hoping
to get to India later in the year, so will be in the market for an Enfield
500. We saw an article on the tv about the Bullet owners club in New Delhi,
does anyone have any contact details for them please.
Thanks
Best wishes
Lin. & Mark
email: marlovlin@hotmail.com
Date: March 2, 2006
Topic: Indian Motor Trike
Message: While in Gujarat, India, I saw a motor trike
with a pickup type back on it, big enough to accommodate several passengers.
Are they made by Enfield? If not, who?
email: shelleydesmond@tiscali.co.uk
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