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Royal Enfield Thunderbird is a powerful bike which ensures comfortable ride for its riders. Equipped with plenty of modern technology, it is a modern motorcycle which maintains the legacy of Bullet. All Thunderbird enthusiasts love to have smooth and reliable rides of Thunderbird. The bike has one won the Best Cruiser Award from BBC Wheels

Looks and Styling
Loads of chrome has been used to style Thunderbird. Weld lines have become cleaner in Thunderbird, cumbersome fuel tank extensions are absent and there is minimal graphic display. The color has become more attractive with strong vibrant shades. Display panel hides the lights when they are off, making it cool.

Control and Comfort
Front suspension of the two-wheeler employs hydraulically damped telescopic forks. the rear suspension is outfitted with a short swing arm with five way adjustable shock absorbers. The one-piece stepped seat ensures adequate comfort and a firm cushioned backrest makes it better for the pillion rider. The bike is equipped with digital TCI (Transistor Coil Ignition) and it shows on performance. It has telescopic front suspension with hydraulic damping. Rear suspension has swing arm with gas shock absorbers. However, neutral-finder, which is a common feature in Bullet bikes, is missing.

This is the first Royal Enfield motorcycle to come equipped with a front disc brake.. It is also the first Enfield bike to use Digital CDI ignition and sport a production 5-speed gearbox.

Engine
The grand two-wheeler is equipped with single cylinder, 4 stroke 350cc engine that churns out a peak power of 18 bhp @ 5500 rpm. The engine has a constant vacuum carburetor which assists combustion and improves initial pick-up. The CDI ignition system of Royal Enfield Thunderbird takes care of cold start problems. It has optional disc brakes and self-start. The bike gives the mileage of approximate 40km/litre. This is due to lighter aluminum alloy which is used to make this motorcycle.
Engine
Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, OHV, SI Engine, Air Cooled
Displacement 346 cc
Bore x Stroke 70 mm x 90 mm
Max. Power 18 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Max. Torque 27.5 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Transmission 5 Speed (left foot gear shift)
Ignition Digital TCI
Carburetor Constant Vaccum (CV)
Starting Electric Start - Optional
Dimensions
Ground Clearance 140 mm
Width 750 mm
Wheel Base 1370 mm
Length 2120 mm
Height 1080 mm
Tyres
Front 3.25 x 19 6/4 PR
Rear 3.50 x 19 6/4 PR
Electricals
System, Head Lamp 12V, 35 / 35 W
Brakes
Front Drum 7" Dia. Twin lead / Disc Brake 280 mm - Optional
Rear Drum 6" Dia. Single lead
Speed
Max. Speed 110 kmph
Suspension
Front Telescopic, Hydraulic Damping
Rear Swing Arm with Adjustable and gas filled shock absorbers