Royal Enfield has developed a brand new fuel injected engine that will be fitted to all new models for 2009. Tough Euro 3 regulations require reduced carbon monoxide, hydrocarbon and nitrogen emissions, so Royal Enfield designed a completely new unit construction engine, with electronic fuel injection and a catalytic converter in the silencer.
Until now Royal Enfield motorcycles had a separate gearbox, but the new design combines it in the engine casing, which makes it lighter and more efficient. Power is increased to 27.5 BHP in standard form with 41.3 Nm of torque at 4000rpm and the pushrod construction, with a bore of 84mm and 90mm stroke, still delivers an authentic-feeling ‘British Single’ experience.
First to appear in the UK will be the Electra EFI, which will be similar in appearance to the previous Electra model, but with UCE engine and a catalytic converter in the exhaust. The 500cc single cylinder motor already has a formidable reputation for low fuel consumption and now with reduced emissions it becomes an even greener transport choice. British riders will have an opportunity to view the new Electra EFI up close at the NEC Bike Show (28th November – 7th December) and initial shipments are expected to arrive in the UK to coincide with the Show launch.
Contact 01386 700907 or visit royal-enfield.com
