Enfield GT500 Cafe Racer - 2007 Specifications and Reviews
The 2007 Enfield GT500 Cafe Racer is a lightweight classic designed for riders seeking authentic retro styling with manageable performance. Its air-cooled 499cc single-cylinder engine delivers modest but sufficient power for city commuting and casual riding. Best known for combining traditional cafe racer aesthetics with practical, reliable engineering, it appeals to vintage enthusiasts and budget-conscious motorcyclists.
2007
General information | |
| Category | Classic |
| Year | 2007 |
| Model | Enfield GT500 Cafe Racer |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Mulitiplate immersed in oil |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
| Fuel control | OHV |
| Fuel system | Carburettor |
| Bore x stroke | 84.0 x 90.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches) |
| Power | 22.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 499.00 ccm (30.45 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 152 mm (6.0 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front brakes diameter | 178 mm (7.0 inches) |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 3.50-19 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 3.25-19 |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 125.0 km/h (77.7 mph) |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 14.50 litres (3.83 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
22 hp
Peak Power
12.5s
0-60 mph
77.7 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track10%
City55%
Cornering40%
Daily Riding45%
Touring35%
Passenger30%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This bike suits riders comfortable with modest power, drum brakes, and a classic single-cylinder feel rather than modern performance. |
| Purpose | It's built for relaxed, low-speed café racer style riding and short jaunts rather than serious distance covering or outright speed. |
| Rider Fit | The upright-leaning cafe racer stance and light weight typical of this class make it manageable for most body types, though vibration from the single-cylinder engine may fatigue hands and wrists on longer rides. |
| Character | It has old-school charm with a thumping single-cylinder engine, kick-start option, and retro styling that rewards riders who enjoy mechanical character over outright performance. |
| Not Ideal For | This is not the bike for riders wanting highway-speed touring comfort, aggressive cornering ability, or any serious off-road capability. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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