As we recently reported, Royal Enfield, the iconic South India-based motorcycle manufacturer, will soon launch two new variants of the Thunderbird. Dubbed as the new 2018 Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350X and 500X, the new bikes have been once again spied testing on an expressway. Good chances are that these two would launch just prior to the fast-approaching Auto Expo 2018. The Thunderbird 350X and Thunderbird 500X boast many styling updates that make the cruiser bikes look fresher. While there is no change in the specifications, there will be an increment in the prices. The new Thunderbird 350X is expected to have an ex-showroom price of Rs 1.70 lakh while the Thunderbird 500X will launch at a price of roughly Rs 2.1 lakh.
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Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350X and 500X Launch Date
| Launch Date (expected) | January 2018 |
From the looks of it, the Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350X and 500X launch date will fall in January 2018. Carblogindia contacted a Royal Enfield dealership but couldn’t get any information regarding the launch of this motorcycle.
Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350X and 500X Price in India
| 350X Price (expected) | Rs 1.70 Lakh |
| 500X Price (expected) | Rs 2.10 Lakh |
The regular Thunderbird range starts at Rs 1.57 lakh. The new models offer more in terms of features. Hence, we expect them to command a considerable price premium over the regular models. Expect the price of 350X to be roughly Rs 1.70 lakh while the new 500X could cost Rs 2.10 lakh. The motorcycles, in all probability, will be able to justify the higher price through more features and fresher looks.
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Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350X and 500X Images
Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350X and 500X Specification
The specifications are likely to be same as those of the regular models. Here are the specs sheet of the two motorcycles –
Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350X
| Engine | 346cc, single-cylinder |
| Maximum Power | 19.8 BHP @ 5,250 RPM |
| Peak Torque | 28 Nm @ 4,000 RPM |
| Transmission | 5-speed Manual |
| Suspension | Telescopic Forks (Front), Twin Shock Absorbers (Rear) |
| Brakes | Disc (Front), Disc (Rear) |
Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X
| Engine | 499cc, single-cylinder |
| Maximum Power | 27.2 BHP @ 5,250 RPM |
| Peak Torque | 41.3 Nm @ 4,000 RPM |
| Transmission | 5-speed Manual |
| Suspension | Telescopic Forks (Front), Twin Shock Absorbers (Rear) |
| Brakes | 280mm Disc, 2-Piston caliper Disc (Front), 240mm Disc, Single piston caliper Disc (Rear) |
Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350X and 500X Mileage
| 350X | 35 KMPL |
| 500X | 30 KMPL |
As there is no change in the specs, even the mileage would be pretty much the same. Expect the 350X to offer up to 35 KMPL and 500X to offer up to 30 KMPL.
Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350X and 500X Design & Colours
The new Thunderbird 350X and 500X look fresher and arguably more stylish than the regular cruiser motorcycles from Royal Enfield. The new bikes will be available in as many as four new colours – Red, Yellow, Blue, and White. The new models get a dual-tone colour treatment. The new multi-spoke alloy wheels and all the cycle parts come painted in matte-black. The twin-seat arrangement has been replaced with a single seat. The side fenders get the new ‘500X’ and ‘350X’ badges. The tall handlebars of the regular T’birds have been replaced with flatter units. Overall, the new bikes impresses due to the several styling updates they carry.
Stay tuned to Carblogindia for latest news updates on the new 2018 Royal Enfield Thunrdebird 350X and 500X launch price.
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