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Royal Enfield embraces the UCE(unit construction engine) platform at the 2010 Indian Auto Expo

Royal Enfield Bike Tank

Royal Enfield Classic 500 Bike Tank

Royal Enfield is really turning up the heat with their new UCE engined creations all set to make a mighty impact on leisure motorcycling and touring in India. Royal Enfield showcased all their current Indian offerings at the 2010 Indian Auto Expo.

This time however, the Cast Iron and the AVL engines were replaced by the Unit Construction(UCE) engine platform that Royal Enfield intends to use in all of it’s upcoming motorcycle models. While the old Bulleteer bunch were in for a shock with the UCE engine used for the first time on the iconic Royal Enfield STD350, which has steadfastly featured the standard 350cc Cast Iron engine for more than 50 years now.

While, the classic Cast Iron engine is finally being laid to rest due to the emissions strangling it, we feel a twinge of sadness to see the legendary, long stroke 346cc cast iron engine being discontinued. That said, nothing is permanent in this ever changing world, and Royal Enfield has outfitted the STD350 with the UCE engine. This, in a bid to keep the model alive while managing to meet the stringent emission norms that the Bharat Stage IV norms lay down for all automobiles in India.

However, the real showstoppers at the Royal Enfield pavilion were the export model Royal Enfield Classic UCE500s and the Royal Enfield UCE500 Cafe Racer concept. We have already blogged on the aforementioned models and you can read about them right here on IndianCarsBikes.

On the whole, the Royal Enfield pavilion was a refreshing breath of fresh air with a heady vibrancy and an eager anticipation of the future, that Royal Enfield is all set to embark upon with the UCE engine. Here are a bunch of images straight from the Royal Enfield pavilion.

Royal Enfield Bullet 350 Bike

Royal Enfield Bullet 350 Bike

Royal Enfield Thunderbird Twinspark Bike

Royal Enfield Thunderbird Twinspark Bike

Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 5S Motorcycle

Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 5S Motorcycle

Royal Enfield Classic 500 Battlegreen Bike

Royal Enfield Classic 500 Battlegreen Bike

Royal Enfield Bikes in Auto Expo 2010

Comments

121 Responses to “Royal Enfield embraces the UCE(unit construction engine) platform at the 2010 Indian Auto Expo”

  1. sunil parab on January 15th, 2010 12:50 pm

    please give the details of 500 cc thunderbird arrival in Mumbai showroom

  2. sunil parab on January 15th, 2010 12:53 pm

    Thunderbird 500 cc uce engine details with road price and avilability in Mumbai

  3. Atul Naik on February 2nd, 2010 11:34 am

    please give me the details of Royal Enfield Bullet STD 350 with UCE and also the Technical Specification

  4. Rakesh Pandey on February 3rd, 2010 9:05 pm

    when Royal enfield is lonching Thunderbird 500 cc with uce engine.

  5. gurbir singh on February 23rd, 2010 9:13 pm

    plz tell me about the price of new standard 350(UCE) in punjab.

  6. Tharun on March 3rd, 2010 8:26 am

    detail on standard 350 in banglore

  7. naval on March 4th, 2010 6:30 pm

    please give me the details of Royal Enfield Bullet STD 350 with UCE and also the Technical Specification

  8. naval on March 5th, 2010 5:53 pm

    plz tell me about the price of new standard 350(UCE) in mumbai

  9. Jay Prashanth on March 5th, 2010 10:09 pm

    Naval,

    As of now, the STD350 UCE isn’t available in Mumbai, It will be made available in a few days. Expect to pay close to INR 95,000 for the STD350 UCE in Mumbai.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  10. naval surve on March 6th, 2010 3:24 pm

    please give me the details of Royal Enfield Bullet 350 Electra with UCE and also the Technical Specification and when will it available in mumbai

  11. satinder on March 22nd, 2010 12:19 pm

    This so called Bullet classic is a SHAM of a bullet. Without CI engine, 4-speed RIGHT side gears, Contact break ignition etc it is simply NOT a real Bullet! It is basically just a different version of the Electra .. one can say it just a looks a bit like the Bullet of 1951 etc but it is very much an Electra with a different name that’s all.
    Why the hell did RE have to discontinue the proud Standard 350 — that had made the brand so popular world wide.. ?? Has the company gone mad, and is trying its best to destroy itself? I strongly think so.

  12. amit mirajkar on March 27th, 2010 8:13 pm

    is there powerstart option in std 350 uce engine model

  13. kunal on April 5th, 2010 1:20 am

    old std was much better than the new one i strongly believe that putting 88000 fr new std is just waste of funds

  14. RAJESH DAGIA on April 8th, 2010 11:23 am

    please give me full details of Royal Enfield Classic 500 Battlegreen Bike.show room prise & ENGINE SPACIFICATION at bhavnagar(gujarat)

  15. Prakash Yelpale, Pune on April 15th, 2010 1:16 pm

    plz tell me about bullet standard 350, I heard that the has stopped its production,Is it true? If true then what is option for this model as far as price is concern.Which model has its price between Rs.80000 – 100000.

  16. naval on April 18th, 2010 5:38 pm

    plz tell me about the onroad price of new electra twinspark(UCE) in mumbai

  17. Visakh on April 30th, 2010 1:22 pm

    pls give the specifications of new bullet std 350 , with uce platform . hoping for a reply

  18. manu on May 3rd, 2010 2:28 pm

    the real enfield died on 2009 dec……………new bullets are like ordinary aluminum engine bikes.its not have a long life

  19. naveen ahlawat on May 8th, 2010 11:23 pm

    plz tell me the arrival of the new bullet standard uce 350 in gurgaon……

  20. Jay Prashanth on May 9th, 2010 12:23 am

    Naveen,

    The STD350 UCEs have arrived and the dealers in the NCR are accepting bookings. Contact your nearest RE dealer.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  21. naveen ahlawat on May 9th, 2010 6:06 am

    dude i hav already booked ma bike one & half month ago …but the dealer says that he dont know the exact date wen i get ma bike ..so tell me …

  22. Jay Prashanth on May 9th, 2010 1:12 pm

    Naveen,

    The reason why your STD 350UCE might be delayed is because the Royal Enfield have too many orders to service.

    You should get your STD350 UCE within 3-4 months if your booking in the worst case scenario.

    I anticipate that you’ll get your Bull within three months of your booking.

    If it further gets delayed, you need to get in touch with the Royal Enfield factory directly.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  23. dheeraj singh on May 16th, 2010 2:24 pm

    what will be the price of thunder bird royal enfield in jharkhand

  24. naval on June 1st, 2010 9:37 pm

    I heard that old Bullet is far better than new one.

    Do you have some idea why people are saying this?

  25. Jay Prashanth on June 1st, 2010 10:43 pm

    Naval,

    No the old bullets aren’t better than the older ones. Most people, especially Bulleteers hate change. Hence you’re hearing such opinions.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  26. naval on June 2nd, 2010 9:12 pm

    which is good new royal enfeild electra twinspark uce or old royal enfeild electra

  27. Jay Prashanth on June 3rd, 2010 2:35 pm

    Old RE Electra with a CI engine isn’t in production anymore. First of all tell me what you’re expecting in a Bullet. I’ll then list out the merits and demerits of both the UCE and the CI engined bullets.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  28. naval on June 7th, 2010 11:45 am

    which is best old RE Electra with a CI engine or new
    RE Electra twinspark uce. i also want to known sound of old RE Electra with a CI engine is better than new RE Electra twinspark uce which bullet have long life old RE Electra with a CI engine or new RE Electra twinspark uce

  29. Ravi on June 13th, 2010 5:02 pm

    Iron engines can withstand more pressure and temperature. This is why cast iron is used for diesel engine construction and not almunimum.

    Obviously RE with CI have longer life span. It has already been proved since you can still see 50 years old RE with CI engine running smoothly without any problem.
    The new ones have still to proof their durability level.

  30. Shashank on July 5th, 2010 1:41 pm

    sir i want 2 know that spending around 1 lakh is worth 4 da new RE ????
    or should i go for an older virsion of RE n modify it ????
    do reply….

  31. Jay Prashanth on July 5th, 2010 3:08 pm

    Shashank,

    Buy the new Royal Enfield UCE350s. They are much better than the older REs. Get back to me for specific queries if any.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  32. P.C.PRINCENADAR on July 12th, 2010 6:11 pm

    I m representing a crowd who having a heart with volume of 350cc,500cc&535cc respectively.I m frm Kanjiramkulam in Kerala.Here v hv more dan 300 bullets n a 3km circle, including more dan 25 English bullets.we r the traditional bullet lovers.So please necessary action to supply enough spareparts of 500cc.&535cc.ALSO KEEP A LITTLE PLACE IN UR WEBSITE FOR OUR DEAREST 535LIGHTNING,PLEASE.

  33. munish on July 13th, 2010 5:07 pm

    I need Mudurai (india) breanch details & phone number

  34. raksh on July 18th, 2010 9:47 pm

    Hai…Please give me the full details of Royal Enfield Bullet STD 350 with UCE,electra twinspark(UCE) ………..and tell me about the onroad price in banglore…….
    what is the mileage of new Electra twinspark (UCE)?
    which bullet have long life old RE Electra with a CI engine or new RE Electra twinspark uce?
    What are all the differences between old RE Electra and new electra(UCE)?
    Pleae reply……

  35. MUTHUKUMAR on July 20th, 2010 11:44 am

    Hi.i need details of STD CLASSIC 350,WHAT IS THE ON ROAD PRICE OF KERALA,
    HOW MUCH MILEAGE WILL GIVE THE STD CLASSIC 350.
    NOW ENFIELD CHANGE THE LEFT SIDE GEAR AND RIGHT SIDE BREAK.WHAT IS THE RESION.
    NOW COMPARE WHICH ONE IS BETTER OLDER VS NEW.PLS REPLY TO ME

  36. Johnson Thomas on July 21st, 2010 8:39 am

    Hi All ,

    I need help on this .
    I have already booked a Bullet Thunderbird TS, just 2 months back and awaiting delivery
    I just purchased it after seeing it in showroom (I was taken to showroom by my friend) …previously i was planning to purchase Unicorn .. but after seeing this beast , planned to go for it (without even a test ride)

    But Now iam still confused, appreciate if you can clarify my doubts

    1) Is it really worth to shell out 1.15 lacs for this TBTS ? Is it overpriced ?

    2) How is the maintenance ? I understand maintenance cost is high , but what is the frequency of maintenance … does it breakdown frequently ?

    3) Is it really worth to buy it when compared to the jap bikes ?

    I am a 5.10 tall guy and really no issue in shelling out money , but just want to make sure its worth and donot want my money to go waste

    You can email me at itsmejohnhcl@gmail.com
    or can call me 9901522755

  37. mithilesh singh on September 5th, 2010 12:15 pm

    Hi to all lovers of royal enfield,

    can any expert tell me the best milage and sucessful model amongs all models in Royal Enfield expect classic 500. please mail in my Email ID ie. msingh172@gmail.com.
    Thanking you in anticipation 8-)

  38. Johnson Thomas on September 5th, 2010 12:51 pm

    If you are concerned about mileage , then better donot buy bullet .. its not the bike meant for mileage lovers

  39. sanjay on October 29th, 2010 7:24 am

    is the prod of bullet electra 4 speed, stopped and if so what is the on road price of it in karnataka.

  40. Arun on November 3rd, 2010 10:19 am

    Hi Guys,

    I am also longing to buy an RE TBTS. I am bit biased for TBTS coz of his looks as a cruiser. Also I think the sitting posture while riding is straight up-right which I kinda like. Due to these I prefer TBTS over other RE horses.
    Please feel free to comment for other RE boys if you feel like I can get a up-right sitting posture on other bikes like electra or classic.
    I can settle down for a non-cruiser style. I an more inclined on up-right sitting posture but it should really amalgamate with the bike’s overall look.

    Well above is how I like RE and what I desire. Below is a list of the problems I read in the TBTS reviews. This list got my mind and now I am not sure whether to buy TBTS or not, and for that matter buy an RE bike or not!!
    Ppl I know RE is kinda a cult. So, while commenting I would request you not to give a comment based on RE cult or RE-obsessed but give a genuine remark on the problems and if possible their solutions. Here goes the list:

    1) ENGINE NOISE!!
    2) OIL LEAKS
    3) Vibrations
    4) Gear shift problems
    5) Bad/ weird noise
    6) Uncomfortable to ride!!!
    7) Bad service
    8) Spare parts – ?? Cost ?? Availability??
    9) Front brake makes lot of noise when applied
    10) No Tubeless tires
    11) Color fades!!
    12) Alloy wheels can tamper/ void warranty. Warranty of tires or bike as whole??

    So the Reviewers Take is – Problems are eminent. Needs a timely and good maintenance. But reliability is not up to the hype. Problems will eventually come.

    Thanks,
    Arun

  41. kaval on November 17th, 2010 12:58 pm

    can u tell me the price of royal enfinel standard 350…..?

  42. Supriya on November 29th, 2010 4:00 pm

    Bullet STD 350 Price At kolkata, Showroom Price: Rs/- 86066, On road price : Rs/- 96869

  43. santosh on December 2nd, 2010 12:22 am

    which is best model in royal engfield

  44. Jay Prashanth on December 2nd, 2010 12:03 pm

    Santosh,

    Royal Enfield Thunderbird TBTS/Electra UCE350.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  45. nishant on December 21st, 2010 10:14 pm

    is new bullet standard 350 uce is better than the older 350 standard . is there any change going to be happen in the new bullet standard 350 uce in 2011 plz tell abt this ?

  46. Anil on December 23rd, 2010 2:13 pm

    Will there be any change in Thunderbird Twinspark in 2011 model?

  47. Jay Prashanth on December 23rd, 2010 3:01 pm

    Anil,

    To my knowledge, there will be no change in the 2011 Royal Enfield Thunderbird Twinspark 350.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  48. Anil on December 24th, 2010 12:27 pm

    Thanks very much, Jay for your quick response.
    A couple of queries with regards to TBTS:
    Is it OK to change the silencer to give more thumping sound? Will this have any -ve impacts on the bike? Secondly, is it possible to lower the saddle height a little more?
    In fact I am planning to buy a TBTS in March 2011.

  49. nishant on December 28th, 2010 9:31 pm

    Will there be any change in standard 350 uce in 2011??/?/?//

  50. Raj on January 8th, 2011 8:05 pm

    Hi

    I wanted to buy a bullet. can some one tell me which one will be better in standard 350/electra 350 model.

    Raj

  51. Fezong on January 11th, 2011 4:11 pm

    I recently bought pulsar 150 in jan 2010, but once when I rode RE.. I felt the magic of riding, the thumping really made me mad as I could feel its energy and vibrance. It was Machismo 350..that was the time I felt I should go for the Bull. Now that I m confused whether to go for R.E T.B.T.S or CLASSIC 350. Which is the best one to go for? Sir, please suggest.
    Cheers!!! to Royal Enfield Die Harders… fezong@rediffmail.com 8-)

  52. Jay Prashanth on January 11th, 2011 7:49 pm

    Fezong,

    If you’re predominantly a city rider, go for the Royal Enfield Classic 350. If you plan to ride more on the highway, you should look at the Royal Enfield Thunderbird TBTS.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  53. D.Mohanraj on January 12th, 2011 9:55 pm

    Sir, I like to buy RE two wheeler. But i have a doubt. that i want to know the mielage of TBTS & classic-350. What is the difference between the two. If i book the eigther vehicle means, when can i get on my hand?

  54. Saurabh on January 12th, 2011 10:28 pm

    Some one please help me . I want to buy new RE Which model out of all RE is best????

  55. Jay Prashanth on January 12th, 2011 10:36 pm

    Saurabh,

    Please tell me what exactly you are looking for in the Royal Enfield?

    Cheers,

    Jay

  56. Jay Prashanth on January 12th, 2011 10:37 pm

    Dear Mohanraj,

    Under normal usage, the UCE350 engine delivers around 45 KMPL and the UCE 500 delivers around 35 KMPL.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  57. Saurabh on January 15th, 2011 10:56 am

    Hi
    I bought RE machismo in 2003 i didnt choose standard because i like sporty look of machismo but due its non availability of spare parts i had to sell it in 2008.than i bought pulsar 150 then, but now i am fed up of pulsar.i want to buy RE now. The choice is between RE standard and electra ks.i went to the show room and learnt that there is no difference in the engine specification of both except the shockers,disc brakes and looks.i want to buy the durable bike please help.

  58. Akash Deol on January 20th, 2011 2:22 pm

    Will royal enfield reloauch the bikes with cast iron engine. how are the sales of UCE Increasing or decreasing.

    Thanks

  59. Michael on January 22nd, 2011 10:22 am

    Hi,

    I went to the local RE dealer and test rode 3 models TBTS, Electra TS and 500, i think i wud rate it like this
    1. 500 excellent
    2. Electra, good ride and classic look
    3. TBTS, good ride but looks more like other plastic bikes than an RE

    Regarding the problems listed by Arun
    1) ENGINE NOISE!!
    2) OIL LEAKS
    3) Vibrations
    4) Gear shift problems
    5) Bad/ weird noise
    6) Uncomfortable to ride!!!
    7) Bad service
    8) Spare parts – ?? Cost ?? Availability??
    9) Front brake makes lot of noise when applied
    10) No Tubeless tires
    11) Color fades!!
    12) Alloy wheels can tamper/ void warranty. Warranty of tires or bike as whole??

    Only solution is ride the bike under 50-55 kmph for the first 2500-3000 kms and change the engine oil every 3000-4000 kms for the first 10000 kms then switch to every 5000-6000 kms, all bikes except 350UCE has front disk brakes, so thats not a prob and regarding color fade just polish the bike once in a while (every 1-2 months) rest are no big problems.

    I have booked the Electra with ES costs around 1,04,000 RS

    Regards
    Michael, Cochin Kerala :inlove:

  60. Michael on January 22nd, 2011 10:27 am

    Hi Akash Deol

    The CI engine is not coming back and yes the sales of UCE is increasing very much, here they have stopped booking for Classic 350 only Electra, Standard 350, 500 and TBTS is available and even for that we have to wait 4-5 months, monthly they are selling around 50-60 bikes her at the RE showroom.

    Regards
    Michael 8-)

  61. Saurabh on January 22nd, 2011 10:41 am

    Please help which bike should i buy. RE standard 4 gear (retired model) or new RE standard. I have heard that new models are having hell lot of problems.so please help

  62. Saurabh on January 22nd, 2011 10:47 am

    Please help
    Which bike should i buy RE standard 4gear (retired model) or new RE standard 5 speed.i have heard that new models are having hell lot of problems. So please help?

  63. Jay Prashanth on January 22nd, 2011 12:07 pm

    Saurabh,

    The newer models of the Royal Enfield, featuring the UCE350/500 engines are much more reliable and trouble free than the erstwhile CI/AVL engines. You can go for the 2011 RE Std350 UCE without thinking twice. In the new STD350, you get a faster, reliable and more fuel efficient motorcycle.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  64. Amit Duhan on January 28th, 2011 12:01 pm

    i want to purchase a second hand bullet electra…i am confused whether to buy electra 4s or 5s.
    please help me regarding this.
    thanks.

  65. Prabhat on January 29th, 2011 2:38 pm

    I want to buy a thunderbird. tell me the onroad price of tb350 n tb500 cc.

  66. Suresh on January 29th, 2011 2:51 pm

    Hi All,

    I had a test ride with classic 350 and I felt vibration while starting and riding stage. do you people feel any issue on classic 350?

  67. Durai Raj on January 30th, 2011 10:46 pm

    Hi Jay Prashanth sir,
    I am Durai Raj from chennai. I am planning to buy a Royal Enfield and, I am little confused between Electra and classic 350. Some people says that the old bullet has the solid thump but the new one has not, is it the truth? And please tell me the thump(running sound beat) difference between Electra and classic 350 if any? and please suggest me a best bullet for me(Electra or classic as I don’t like thunderbird) please send me the detailed answers to my mail id boxerdurairaj@ymail.com.
    Thanking you,

    Durai Raj

  68. Ashok on February 16th, 2011 10:18 pm

    I am a RE fan, so I invested Rs.110,000 to buy Thunderbird Twin spark, UCE. I am totally diappointed with it. It is not like our old CI model. Though it is fuel efficient, lacks the performance. Gearshifting is also troublesome, especially while shift to lower gear, overheating of engine is another headache! I am planning to buy old CI model in secondhand bike market.

  69. rohit on February 24th, 2011 12:59 pm

    Hi all,
    i am facing problem with new royal enfield electra 5s 2011 model, bike jerks when we shift gears,
    It don’t pick speed, a feeling comes the bike is going to stop . or the fuel is not coming properly to the engine. i have checked it with royal enfield work shop many times, but no use of it. bike still have the same missing problem. one of my friend also have the same problem, he has changed the corburetor 3 times, but it is having same problem.
    could any one have the same problem with 2010 and 2011 models

  70. MUKESH B VYAS on March 10th, 2011 1:29 pm

    Thunderbird 500 cc uce engine details with road price and avilability in Mumbai

  71. Sohil Vaja on March 25th, 2011 8:53 pm

    Can anyone tell me that Royal Enfield Bullete 350 gives how much average ?????

  72. Jay Prashanth on March 25th, 2011 9:05 pm

    Sohil,

    The Royal Enfield Bullet 350 UCE delivers around 40-45 KMPL. Please note that this mileage figure is for the new Unit construction engine and not the old cast iron or AVL engine.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  73. Durai Raj on March 26th, 2011 9:33 am

    Hi Jay Prashanth sir,
    I am Durai Raj from chennai.Sir please tell me about classic 500 about its pros and cons.Sombody says that the bike cannot be controlled in lower speed(40-50)as it vibrates more in that speed, and a bad annoying sound from the engine while running time is it real. Please tell me about these sayings.
    Thanking you,

    Durai Raj

  74. Jay Prashanth on March 26th, 2011 1:48 pm

    Dear Durai,

    First off all, don’t call me sir and all. Coming to the Classic500, it is very much controllable at all speeds although there are complaints about high speed instability due to swing arm issues. This high speed instability seemingly happens at speeds of over 100 kph and Royal Enfield “apparently” have now fixed this issue with Swing arm modifications and using a taller 19 inch front tyre on the Classic 500UCE. About the annoying sound in the engine, please do not expect the UCE engine to be as silent as the STD350/500 Cast Iron engines. The UCE engine, by virtue of it’s construction from Aluminum is more noisier than the quieter Cast Iron engine which was made of Cast Iron which is a better sound absorber. The only noise you should be hearing on the UCE engines is that of the hydraulic tappets and that too, it is not annoying. Rather, it is the natural sound of the UCE engine. I would kindly request you to take a test ride from the Brand Store, which I think is located in Adyar and check out the bike for yourself to confirm. From now, please direct all your further queries to our latest Ask Experts section through which we will get back to you within 72 hours. This will help us serve you better! :-)

    Cheers,

    Jay

  75. abhinav on March 28th, 2011 3:34 pm

    Jay Prashanth Sir
    Is there any way to increase the thump sound in my new bullet 350 UCE..?? ?:-) If it is possible, then do let me know..

    Regards.. :-)
    abhinav

  76. Jay Prashanth on March 28th, 2011 5:59 pm

    Abhinav,

    One way to make the STD350UCE’s exhaust louder is to replace the stock muffler with a short bottle type muffler. Also, you can go for a Goldstar exhaust made by Sans Inc!

    Cheers,

    Jay

  77. Anil on March 28th, 2011 6:05 pm

    Hi Jay,
    Would it be possible to lower the saddle height of TBTS? Secondly, what precautions should be taken to store the bike for almost a year? Your response would be highly appreciated. Thanks..Anil

  78. Jay Prashanth on March 28th, 2011 6:39 pm

    Anil,

    Lowering the saddle height can be achieved by three methods. One is replacing the stock seat with one that has lesser cushioning, which will make it thinner and thus lower.

    Secondly, you can use a smaller 16 inch tyres on both the front and the rear. While this will give you a chopper like look, it will decrease your top speed and increase acceleration as gearing will become shorter with this modification. Hence, I don’t suggest this method. It is better to stick with the first method.

    Thirdly, the rear shock absorber springs can be cut to be made shorter. This will also reduce saddle height but is not advisable as it may impair handling adversely.

    Coming to storing the bike for a year, the battery has to be disconnected first of all. The tank needs to be drained out of petrol. Thirdly applying a thin motor oil film of any viscosity on all metal parts will prevent rusting and this is an important step especially if you live beside the coast. Also once you restart using the bike after a year, replacing the gaskets in the engine and other cables is a good practice.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  79. Anil on March 28th, 2011 6:43 pm

    Hi Jay,
    Many thanks for your quick response as always.
    Highly appreciated.
    Thanks once again for all your valuable and honest suggestions…Anil

  80. Jay Prashanth on March 28th, 2011 6:50 pm

    Anil,

    My pleasure. Please use our latest feature-> Ask Experts for further queries. This tab is on our home page itself. Soon, we will have a highly experienced technical consultant aboard to handle all two wheeler techical queries. Also, we will get back to you in under 72 hours and it is a free service.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  81. abhinav on March 29th, 2011 2:04 pm

    Hie Jay Sir
    Well thanx for ur advice but will this help me in increasing the thump sound as loud as in the old bullet std model..??

  82. Leonardo on March 30th, 2011 2:27 pm

    Hi Jay,
    I’m a big fan of RE from my childhood and now im planning to buy a RE STD 350cc. As the classic CAST IRON engine is discontinued now, i’m planning to buy an old bike. Can you please let me know how to identify whether a bike has CI engine or the normal one. I also would like to know whether what needs to be done to increase the height of the Bullet(Also do let know pros n cons of increasing the height as im 6 feet tall).
    Thanks in advance…

  83. Vijay on March 31st, 2011 8:06 pm

    Hi,
    I have bought a new TBTS.Still the 1st service is not done.I feel the sound coming from engine is more and which makes me to feel like a old bike (used) sound.Please advice is It the same with all the birds or should I get It checked in the shpwroom?

  84. Jay Prashanth on April 5th, 2011 8:53 pm

    Vijay,

    Royal Enfield UCEs are usually noisier than older Bullets. But, your dealer will mostly sort it out during the first service if there is any issue. If it persists, you can send an email describing your problem to customerservice@royalenfield.com

    Cheers,

    Jay

  85. Jay Prashanth on April 5th, 2011 8:56 pm
  86. Rajeev on April 11th, 2011 12:09 pm

    I am planning to buy RE ELECTRA UCE350 ..
    your views on it when compared to THUNDERBIRD TWINSPAR ..
    I am bit confused whether to buy TBTS or ELECTRA UCE :-( . Kindly let me know
    P.S:Purpose is both commute to office and long drives

    TIA

  87. Jay Prashanth on April 11th, 2011 12:34 pm

    Rajeev,

    I suggest the Thunderbird Twinspark as you say your purpose is both to commute as well as ride out on long rides.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  88. Abhinav on April 12th, 2011 12:27 am

    hey my bullet 350 uce is givin heavy thump beats now..:) wow that’s so amazing..

  89. Jay Prashanth on April 12th, 2011 12:32 am

    Congratulations Abhinav. Please share your experience on how exactly you got the thump so that others here can benefit.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  90. Rajeev on April 12th, 2011 9:54 am

    Thanks Jay,
    for your comments

    and Congrats Abhinav, can you share your experience on the same regarding thump !!!

    Cheers,
    RT

  91. RKKar on April 17th, 2011 11:21 pm

    I WANT TO BUY ONE ROYAL ENFIELD CLASSIC 350.HOW IS THIS BIKE IN TERMS OF RIDING COMFORT,MAITENANCE COST,MILEAGE & DURABILITY.PLEASE SUGGEST ME,WHICH IS THE BEST BIKE AMONG ROYAL ENFIELD-Classic350,Electra & Sandard Bullet350.MY REQUIREMENT IS 60 KM/DAY RUNNING FOR 5 DAYS/WEEK IN MUMBAI CITY HIGHWAY.
    I AM TOO KEEN TO BUY RE CLASSIC 350 AS SOON AS POSSIBLE IN MUMBAI.BUT, THE WAITING TIME FOR IT IS 8 to 10 MONTHS.CAN U PLEASE GUIDE ME HOW TO REDUCE THE WAITING PERIOD FOR ROYAL ENFIELD BIKES.
    PLEASE SUGGEST & THANK YOU.

  92. cm yadav on April 27th, 2011 10:53 pm

    the new engine of the bullet is totally imbarrising
    is just like the wolf cover the mask of tiger
    the real motorcycle is bullet 350 uce old engine
    which have the thump thats why passers look
    the real man motorcycles

  93. Mehak Preet Singh on May 10th, 2011 3:01 pm

    dear Jay Prashanth sir plz respond to mah query fast will the new bullet electra 5s produce that original hard thump after replacing the silencer ???????also i wanted to confirm whether the new electra uce 5s makes annoying noises???????????plz reply fast

  94. Mehak Preet Singh on May 10th, 2011 3:02 pm

    :-? :-? :-? :-? :-? :-? dear Jay Prashanth sir plz respond to mah query fast will the new bullet electra 5s produce that original hard thump after replacing the silencer ???????also i wanted to confirm whether the new electra uce 5s makes annoying noises???????????plz reply fast

  95. siddharth chaudhary on May 25th, 2011 1:37 am

    Hi
    what is the reason to change theare gair right side to left side

    Please ave me the solid reason???

    Please reply fast

  96. ash on June 25th, 2011 11:18 am

    my bullet 350 uce is giving heavy thump beats..its beats almost shakes the ground.. Even ur bullet can get the same loud thumping sound..:)

  97. binayak gurung on August 1st, 2011 11:34 am

    is it possible to change the left gear shift to the right side in electra 5s by installing electra 4s gear box. plz need some advice. binayakgurung@yahoo.com

  98. Jay Prashanth on August 1st, 2011 12:55 pm

    Binayak,

    Not possible on UCE engine. Possible on the Cast Iron and AVL engines. However, I’d suggest you to stick to the 5 speed gearbox as it is a vast improvement over the 4 speed gearbox in terms of gear ratios and responsiveness. If indeed you want a right side gear shift, that is possible even on the 5 speed gear box by buying a left shift to right shift conversion kit that is sold by Hitchcock motorcycles as well as Royal Enfield USA.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  99. Raj on August 11th, 2011 2:33 pm

    I wanted to purchase a new RE bullet, but little bit confused. I am focusing on STD 350cc and Electra 5s. Kindly let me know which model of RE is better to purchase whether its STD 350cc or Electra 5s or Classic 350.

  100. Jay Prashanth on August 11th, 2011 3:56 pm

    Electra 5S is your best bet if you want a mix of convenience and safety. Avoid the Classic 350 if you ride a lot on the highway.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  101. varun Sharma on September 5th, 2011 11:55 pm

    Hello Mr Jay i want to buy a new thunderbird twinspark as i plan to use it for road trips and daily commute also, kindly let me know how good is bike in terms of maintainence and mileage and also can i modify the bike in future. and how is the stability of the bike at slow and high speeds.
    Waiting eagerly for the reply

  102. raj on September 14th, 2011 2:13 pm

    Jay,Thanks for u r reply.
    As suggested :
    Electra 5S is your best bet if you want a mix of convenience and safety. Avoid the Classic 350 if you ride a lot on the highway.

    I would like to clarify that I will have to ride mostly in the city(Mumbai), then also an electra 5s is best bet. Is there is another reason to avoid Classic 350(UCE).

  103. hisham on October 16th, 2011 4:27 pm

    i have heard many rusting problems associated with thunderbirdg,if so how wil i prevent it.pls give suggestions

  104. ashish kumar biswal on November 14th, 2011 10:36 am

    plz tell me about the price of new royle enfield standard 350(uce) in odisha.

  105. Mayank on January 24th, 2012 10:44 am

    i have bullet elctra twinspark 350cc but one problem this bullet, problem is engine cell bearing working 8 to 9 months after cell bearing is damage, why this bearing dammage and please reply good suggation

    thanks
    Mayank

  106. sarfaraz on February 1st, 2012 9:54 pm

    i am confused between bullet electra std 350 vs electra 5s is it a same bike or which one is new plz suggest i am goung to purchase after few days

  107. Vivek on February 6th, 2012 11:53 pm

    Dear i have a Bullet Std make 2010 July with a mileage of 12900 km registration no UA AF 0047 i have sent it to the Ahuja Enterprises on last Thursday 02/02/2012 with a sound coming from Rockers/ Valves. as per the mechanic The Agency mechanic have changed both the valves but still the problem exists now they are saying we will try with the timing gear .. pl help as the noise is very high.

  108. hari prasad on February 17th, 2012 5:27 pm

    which is the the best two wheeler to buy

  109. hari prasad on February 17th, 2012 5:29 pm

    what is mileage for thunder birds

  110. parwej alam on February 23rd, 2012 4:42 pm

    please give me the details of Royal Enfield Bullet STD 350
    and also the Technical Specification, on road price & photo’s STD 350

  111. P.J. Subedar on March 20th, 2012 8:43 pm

    Hi Friends,

    I want a honest suggestion from veteran RE lovers.
    Which one will be better in 350 CC 1)Electra twinspark ES or 2) Classic 350. Very much confused as no one is able to give a proper suggestion

    Regards

    P.J. Subedar

  112. Major Abhijeet on June 17th, 2012 12:16 am

    I am planning to buy for the first time royal enfield twin-spark.I want to know its performance by users of this model.

    I will wait for the reply.

  113. SRAVAN on August 5th, 2012 1:30 am

    i want buy new RE,WITH OUT WAITING TIME,I WANT IMMDTLY?

  114. SRAVAN on August 5th, 2012 1:33 am

    I WILL REMIT NET CASH,PLZZZ GIVE ME ADVISE SPOT RECIEVING

  115. Jagdish Singh Sahni on September 12th, 2012 1:17 pm

    I am planning to buy for the first time royal enfield twin-spark.I want to know its performance by users of this model.
    My height is 5.3′ (can I drive?)

    I will wait for the reply.

  116. Jay Prashanth on September 12th, 2012 1:20 pm

    Jagadish,

    For your height, you can easily manage to ride the new Thunderbird 500. Rest assured.

    Cheers,

    Jay

  117. samsuddin ansari on September 29th, 2012 2:41 pm

    royal enfield bullet electra 5S Motorcylce, kindly provide me the selleing rate and average and which place it is available in gujrat

  118. Girish Lokchandani on October 23rd, 2012 6:57 am

    superior to be.

  119. rakesh thakur on November 5th, 2012 2:53 pm

    Royal Enfield Thunderbird Twinspark Bike, kindly provide me the selleing rate and average and which place it is available in CHANDIGARH

  120. Joel Thomas on December 19th, 2012 1:25 am

    I like itttttttttttttttttttttttttttt.

  121. Heena Amreen on December 25th, 2012 12:43 pm

    :)

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