2018 Royal Enfield Classic 500 shown in Chrome/Green (passenger seat not shown).
Royal Enfield’s aptly-named Classic 500 is getting a few upgrades for 2018, including standard ABS, rear disc brake and pillion seat. The Classic will continue to be powered by a fuel-injected 499cc air-cooled single, fitted with both an electric and kick start (for those who take the “Classic” seriously).
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2018 Royal Enfield Classic 500 in Stealth.
In addition to the ABS, rear disc brake and pillion, the 2018 Classic 500 will also be available in several new colors: Gun Metal Gray, Stealth (matte black with a blacked-out engine and exhaust) and two-tone Chrome and Green or Graphite. Other features of the Classic 500 include a 5-speed transmission with wet clutch, twin gas charged rear shocks with 5-step adjustable preload, a 3.5-gallon gas tank, a 31-inch seat (a 29-inch Low option is also available) and 19-inch front, 18-inch rear tube-type tires rolling on spoked wheels.
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2018 Royal Enfield Classic 500 in Stealth.
Royal Enfield says the Classic 500 is the most popular bike in its lineup, and with a base MSRP of $5,599 (up $100 from 2017), it should continue to appeal to those looking for a fun, simple, classically cool ride.
The 2018 Royal Enfield Classic 500 will be available in standard colors Black and Lagoon for $5,599;...