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Reviews of Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

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4.3/5

119 Ratings

63 Reviews

5 star

59%

4 star

23%

3 star

12%

2 star

3%

1 star

4%

₹ 1,90,701
Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Rating Parameters

(out of 5)

4

Visual Appeal


4

Reliability


4

Performance


4

Comfort


3

Service Experience

3

Value for Money

Reviews on Thunderbird 500

  • Most Helpful (63)
  • Most Recent (63)
  • Critical (13)
  • Positive (50)
  • Thunder

    6 years ago


    Abhinesh K

    I got my new thunderbird it is such a amazing bike. I have never seen a bike like this. It is worth for money. When i was 18 that time i bought my thunderbird bike i was so nervous about that ..

    Today i am very happy l..Really love this .Its look is very cool i did some modifications to this bike, the true rider enjoy this

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    4

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    4

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    3-6 months

    Ridden for

    5000-10000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Use tubeless tyres , and rides fastly

    Was this review helpful?

    1


    0


  • Thunderbird 500cc

    6 years ago


    Kishor Gangurde

    In Hindi language the famous sentence " paisa vasool " the cost is also well and good. I love the ride about my thunderbird, it is 500cc so anyone can imagine what will its speed criteria and sound of the silencer, to give a best look i modified my bike .I have been ride a lot on till now 45000km, i have ridden for all purpose travelling to another city or for a long drive.When i ride public are looking my bike continuously till it pass it away, many people ask me about my Thunderbird. It never give me problem anywhere.Servicing and maintenance is costly due to unique bike but no issue i love my bike from bottom of the heart.I have kept name to my bike its "Rampyari"

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    4

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    2

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    > 15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Change oil after 2000kms use tubeless tyres

    Was this review helpful?

    3


    3


  • Good bike bad quality

    6 years ago


    Deepak Soni

    Good bike with bad quality spare parts, could have been much better if royal group would have done more research and better quality , issue of oil seal and vibration is very common , so think before buying it , just the brand name not enough ,the speedometer is too fragile and the worst part is u don't get a sound making machine, too silent on where the noise would make a difference . Cheers

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    2

    Reliability


    4

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    3

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Many other options in market .. Opt for them

    Was this review helpful?

    2


    2


  • A fantastic ride with...

    6 years ago


    Harish Purve

    Hi friend first of all this bike looks mind blowing i have never seen this type of bike it's really awesome

    It have good personality

    Good mileage

    Excellent handling

    Reliable

    Awesome riding

    Affordable maintenance

    No need of monthly service

    Good for tours,family,racing and many things

    And it's seat is very comfortable

    A classic bike for all

    Simple and sober

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    5

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    < 3 months

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

    Was this review helpful?

    2


    2


  • Love you

    6 years ago


    John Rahul

    My buying experience is very good

    I feel like falcon while driving my bike in high ways

    Lovely look . My bike performance is very awesome . I daily love to ride my bike on road . I service my bike in every 1000km to maintain its performance. My experience i won'table to say in one word ..

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    4

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    4

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    < 3 months

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Daily cleaning the bike Use tubeless tyres

    Was this review helpful?

    1


    1


  • Utterly waste bike by RE

    6 years ago


    Rahul

    Service center will only replace and never go for repairs, they will loot you heavily. fuel pump and injector system is of worst quality, manufactured by keihin, a company from Japan,which may leave you standing anywhere, anytime, fuel pump module alone cost you 17000 rs. Sluggish ,while riding at low speed.My advice rather go for carburetor system bikes.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    3

    Visual Appeal


    1

    Reliability


    3

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    1

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Tours

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    10000-15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Be ready to drag or toe it to the nearest service center as local mechanic can't help you in case of breakdown and at service center also be ready to pay a huge amount for the rubbish provided by RE.

    Was this review helpful?

    1


    1


  • Review

    6 years ago


    N H Bidari

    Over all good, comfort, marvelous pick up, ... Nice ride... Good looking... Nice grip... But poor quality materials like clutch cable, brake light button, petrol pipes, airflow pipes, petrol gauge monitor etc... Must improve the quality either than this overall good... Very comfortable for long drive as though....

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    2

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    5000-10000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Just same...

    Was this review helpful?

    1


    1


  • Inferior spare parts

    4 years ago


    Jayesh

    I brought this in 2014 july month. There was no issues till i rode and done 2nd service. First complaint was with petrol gauge sensor's. It wasn't working and they had replaced. But it got failed repeatedly. 2nd issue was with the self start. Almost all the parts with related to this issue was replaced. At-last from dasarahalli showroom they have changed the wiring which cost me around 5500/- i feel the parts are not upto the mark and inferior in quality. I won't recommend this vehicle to anyone.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    3

    Visual Appeal


    1

    Reliability


    3

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    2

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    > 15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Self start is a big issue after 1 year. Initially it starts with battery and you will end with changing the wiring.

    Was this review helpful?

    1


    1


  • No Quality

    31 weeks ago


    Jayaraj K Raghavan

    The engine is excellent Overall Quality is very poor. The braking system is Very weak & Non Comfortable. Electrical items are very cheep quality. Material quality is very poor.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    4

    Visual Appeal


    3

    Reliability


    2

    Comfort


    1

    Service Experience


    3

    Value for Money

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    > 15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Verry Un Comfortable

    Was this review helpful?

    0


    0


  • Royal enfield thunderbird 500 owner review

    1 year ago


    Vikas

    I have purchased this bike in 2019. It is great to ride it. It is fun to ride it having 500 cc engine. It looks very good. It has great performance. I have served it in royal enfield service center.
    Pros
    1. Very good for riding.
    2. Great torque and power.
    3. Beautiful look.
    4. Tough body.
    5. Fun to ride.
    Con.
    1. Very poor average per liter.
    2. Costly maintenance.
    3. Heavy to handle.
    4. Engine is not refined as compared to other brands.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    5

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Leisure Rides

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Service at an authorized service center. Change oil on 3000 km. Put oil on the chain after 500 km. Check the brake every 500 km. Use tubeless tyres. Ride every 3 to 4 days a week.

    Was this review helpful?

    0


    0

  • Thunder

    6 years ago


    Abhinesh K

    I got my new thunderbird it is such a amazing bike. I have never seen a bike like this. It is worth for money. When i was 18 that time i bought my thunderbird bike i was so nervous about that ..

    Today i am very happy l..Really love this .Its look is very cool i did some modifications to this bike, the true rider enjoy this

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    4

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    4

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    3-6 months

    Ridden for

    5000-10000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Use tubeless tyres , and rides fastly

    Was this review helpful?

    1


    0


  • Thunderbird 500cc

    6 years ago


    Kishor Gangurde

    In Hindi language the famous sentence " paisa vasool " the cost is also well and good. I love the ride about my thunderbird, it is 500cc so anyone can imagine what will its speed criteria and sound of the silencer, to give a best look i modified my bike .I have been ride a lot on till now 45000km, i have ridden for all purpose travelling to another city or for a long drive.When i ride public are looking my bike continuously till it pass it away, many people ask me about my Thunderbird. It never give me problem anywhere.Servicing and maintenance is costly due to unique bike but no issue i love my bike from bottom of the heart.I have kept name to my bike its "Rampyari"

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    4

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    2

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    > 15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Change oil after 2000kms use tubeless tyres

    Was this review helpful?

    3


    3


  • Good bike bad quality

    6 years ago


    Deepak Soni

    Good bike with bad quality spare parts, could have been much better if royal group would have done more research and better quality , issue of oil seal and vibration is very common , so think before buying it , just the brand name not enough ,the speedometer is too fragile and the worst part is u don't get a sound making machine, too silent on where the noise would make a difference . Cheers

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    2

    Reliability


    4

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    3

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Many other options in market .. Opt for them

    Was this review helpful?

    2


    2


  • A fantastic ride with...

    6 years ago


    Harish Purve

    Hi friend first of all this bike looks mind blowing i have never seen this type of bike it's really awesome

    It have good personality

    Good mileage

    Excellent handling

    Reliable

    Awesome riding

    Affordable maintenance

    No need of monthly service

    Good for tours,family,racing and many things

    And it's seat is very comfortable

    A classic bike for all

    Simple and sober

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    5

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    < 3 months

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

    Was this review helpful?

    2


    2


  • Love you

    6 years ago


    John Rahul

    My buying experience is very good

    I feel like falcon while driving my bike in high ways

    Lovely look . My bike performance is very awesome . I daily love to ride my bike on road . I service my bike in every 1000km to maintain its performance. My experience i won'table to say in one word ..

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    4

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    4

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    < 3 months

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Daily cleaning the bike Use tubeless tyres

    Was this review helpful?

    1


    1


  • Utterly waste bike by RE

    6 years ago


    Rahul

    Service center will only replace and never go for repairs, they will loot you heavily. fuel pump and injector system is of worst quality, manufactured by keihin, a company from Japan,which may leave you standing anywhere, anytime, fuel pump module alone cost you 17000 rs. Sluggish ,while riding at low speed.My advice rather go for carburetor system bikes.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    3

    Visual Appeal


    1

    Reliability


    3

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    1

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Tours

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    10000-15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Be ready to drag or toe it to the nearest service center as local mechanic can't help you in case of breakdown and at service center also be ready to pay a huge amount for the rubbish provided by RE.

    Was this review helpful?

    1


    1


  • Review

    6 years ago


    N H Bidari

    Over all good, comfort, marvelous pick up, ... Nice ride... Good looking... Nice grip... But poor quality materials like clutch cable, brake light button, petrol pipes, airflow pipes, petrol gauge monitor etc... Must improve the quality either than this overall good... Very comfortable for long drive as though....

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    2

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    5000-10000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Just same...

    Was this review helpful?

    1


    1


  • Inferior spare parts

    4 years ago


    Jayesh

    I brought this in 2014 july month. There was no issues till i rode and done 2nd service. First complaint was with petrol gauge sensor's. It wasn't working and they had replaced. But it got failed repeatedly. 2nd issue was with the self start. Almost all the parts with related to this issue was replaced. At-last from dasarahalli showroom they have changed the wiring which cost me around 5500/- i feel the parts are not upto the mark and inferior in quality. I won't recommend this vehicle to anyone.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    3

    Visual Appeal


    1

    Reliability


    3

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    2

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    > 15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Self start is a big issue after 1 year. Initially it starts with battery and you will end with changing the wiring.

    Was this review helpful?

    1


    1


  • No Quality

    31 weeks ago


    Jayaraj K Raghavan

    The engine is excellent Overall Quality is very poor. The braking system is Very weak & Non Comfortable. Electrical items are very cheep quality. Material quality is very poor.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    4

    Visual Appeal


    3

    Reliability


    2

    Comfort


    1

    Service Experience


    3

    Value for Money

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    > 15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Verry Un Comfortable

    Was this review helpful?

    0


    0


  • Royal enfield thunderbird 500 owner review

    1 year ago


    Vikas

    I have purchased this bike in 2019. It is great to ride it. It is fun to ride it having 500 cc engine. It looks very good. It has great performance. I have served it in royal enfield service center.
    Pros
    1. Very good for riding.
    2. Great torque and power.
    3. Beautiful look.
    4. Tough body.
    5. Fun to ride.
    Con.
    1. Very poor average per liter.
    2. Costly maintenance.
    3. Heavy to handle.
    4. Engine is not refined as compared to other brands.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    5

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Leisure Rides

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Service at an authorized service center. Change oil on 3000 km. Put oil on the chain after 500 km. Check the brake every 500 km. Use tubeless tyres. Ride every 3 to 4 days a week.

    Was this review helpful?

    0


    0

  • Thunder

    6 years ago


    Abhinesh K

    I got my new thunderbird it is such a amazing bike. I have never seen a bike like this. It is worth for money. When i was 18 that time i bought my thunderbird bike i was so nervous about that ..

    Today i am very happy l..Really love this .Its look is very cool i did some modifications to this bike, the true rider enjoy this

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    4

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    4

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    3-6 months

    Ridden for

    5000-10000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Use tubeless tyres , and rides fastly

    Was this review helpful?

    1


    0


  • Thunderbird 500cc

    6 years ago


    Kishor Gangurde

    In Hindi language the famous sentence " paisa vasool " the cost is also well and good. I love the ride about my thunderbird, it is 500cc so anyone can imagine what will its speed criteria and sound of the silencer, to give a best look i modified my bike .I have been ride a lot on till now 45000km, i have ridden for all purpose travelling to another city or for a long drive.When i ride public are looking my bike continuously till it pass it away, many people ask me about my Thunderbird. It never give me problem anywhere.Servicing and maintenance is costly due to unique bike but no issue i love my bike from bottom of the heart.I have kept name to my bike its "Rampyari"

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    4

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    2

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    > 15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Change oil after 2000kms use tubeless tyres

    Was this review helpful?

    3


    3


  • Good bike bad quality

    6 years ago


    Deepak Soni

    Good bike with bad quality spare parts, could have been much better if royal group would have done more research and better quality , issue of oil seal and vibration is very common , so think before buying it , just the brand name not enough ,the speedometer is too fragile and the worst part is u don't get a sound making machine, too silent on where the noise would make a difference . Cheers

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    2

    Reliability


    4

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    3

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Many other options in market .. Opt for them

    Was this review helpful?

    2


    2


  • A fantastic ride with...

    6 years ago


    Harish Purve

    Hi friend first of all this bike looks mind blowing i have never seen this type of bike it's really awesome

    It have good personality

    Good mileage

    Excellent handling

    Reliable

    Awesome riding

    Affordable maintenance

    No need of monthly service

    Good for tours,family,racing and many things

    And it's seat is very comfortable

    A classic bike for all

    Simple and sober

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    5

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    < 3 months

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

    Was this review helpful?

    2


    2


  • Love you

    6 years ago


    John Rahul

    My buying experience is very good

    I feel like falcon while driving my bike in high ways

    Lovely look . My bike performance is very awesome . I daily love to ride my bike on road . I service my bike in every 1000km to maintain its performance. My experience i won'table to say in one word ..

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    4

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    4

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    < 3 months

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Daily cleaning the bike Use tubeless tyres

    Was this review helpful?

    1


    1


  • Utterly waste bike by RE

    6 years ago


    Rahul

    Service center will only replace and never go for repairs, they will loot you heavily. fuel pump and injector system is of worst quality, manufactured by keihin, a company from Japan,which may leave you standing anywhere, anytime, fuel pump module alone cost you 17000 rs. Sluggish ,while riding at low speed.My advice rather go for carburetor system bikes.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    3

    Visual Appeal


    1

    Reliability


    3

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    1

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Tours

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    10000-15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Be ready to drag or toe it to the nearest service center as local mechanic can't help you in case of breakdown and at service center also be ready to pay a huge amount for the rubbish provided by RE.

    Was this review helpful?

    1


    1


  • Review

    6 years ago


    N H Bidari

    Over all good, comfort, marvelous pick up, ... Nice ride... Good looking... Nice grip... But poor quality materials like clutch cable, brake light button, petrol pipes, airflow pipes, petrol gauge monitor etc... Must improve the quality either than this overall good... Very comfortable for long drive as though....

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    2

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    5000-10000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Just same...

    Was this review helpful?

    1


    1


  • Inferior spare parts

    4 years ago


    Jayesh

    I brought this in 2014 july month. There was no issues till i rode and done 2nd service. First complaint was with petrol gauge sensor's. It wasn't working and they had replaced. But it got failed repeatedly. 2nd issue was with the self start. Almost all the parts with related to this issue was replaced. At-last from dasarahalli showroom they have changed the wiring which cost me around 5500/- i feel the parts are not upto the mark and inferior in quality. I won't recommend this vehicle to anyone.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    3

    Visual Appeal


    1

    Reliability


    3

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    2

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    > 15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Self start is a big issue after 1 year. Initially it starts with battery and you will end with changing the wiring.

    Was this review helpful?

    1


    1


  • No Quality

    31 weeks ago


    Jayaraj K Raghavan

    The engine is excellent Overall Quality is very poor. The braking system is Very weak & Non Comfortable. Electrical items are very cheep quality. Material quality is very poor.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    4

    Visual Appeal


    3

    Reliability


    2

    Comfort


    1

    Service Experience


    3

    Value for Money

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    > 15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Verry Un Comfortable

    Was this review helpful?

    0


    0


  • Royal enfield thunderbird 500 owner review

    1 year ago


    Vikas

    I have purchased this bike in 2019. It is great to ride it. It is fun to ride it having 500 cc engine. It looks very good. It has great performance. I have served it in royal enfield service center.
    Pros
    1. Very good for riding.
    2. Great torque and power.
    3. Beautiful look.
    4. Tough body.
    5. Fun to ride.
    Con.
    1. Very poor average per liter.
    2. Costly maintenance.
    3. Heavy to handle.
    4. Engine is not refined as compared to other brands.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    5

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Leisure Rides

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Service at an authorized service center. Change oil on 3000 km. Put oil on the chain after 500 km. Check the brake every 500 km. Use tubeless tyres. Ride every 3 to 4 days a week.

    Was this review helpful?

    0


    0

  • Thunder

    6 years ago


    Abhinesh K

    I got my new thunderbird it is such a amazing bike. I have never seen a bike like this. It is worth for money. When i was 18 that time i bought my thunderbird bike i was so nervous about that ..

    Today i am very happy l..Really love this .Its look is very cool i did some modifications to this bike, the true rider enjoy this

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    4

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    4

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    3-6 months

    Ridden for

    5000-10000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Use tubeless tyres , and rides fastly

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    0


  • Thunderbird 500cc

    6 years ago


    Kishor Gangurde

    In Hindi language the famous sentence " paisa vasool " the cost is also well and good. I love the ride about my thunderbird, it is 500cc so anyone can imagine what will its speed criteria and sound of the silencer, to give a best look i modified my bike .I have been ride a lot on till now 45000km, i have ridden for all purpose travelling to another city or for a long drive.When i ride public are looking my bike continuously till it pass it away, many people ask me about my Thunderbird. It never give me problem anywhere.Servicing and maintenance is costly due to unique bike but no issue i love my bike from bottom of the heart.I have kept name to my bike its "Rampyari"

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    4

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    2

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    > 15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Change oil after 2000kms use tubeless tyres

    Was this review helpful?

    3


    3


  • Good bike bad quality

    6 years ago


    Deepak Soni

    Good bike with bad quality spare parts, could have been much better if royal group would have done more research and better quality , issue of oil seal and vibration is very common , so think before buying it , just the brand name not enough ,the speedometer is too fragile and the worst part is u don't get a sound making machine, too silent on where the noise would make a difference . Cheers

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    2

    Reliability


    4

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    3

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Many other options in market .. Opt for them

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    2


  • A fantastic ride with...

    6 years ago


    Harish Purve

    Hi friend first of all this bike looks mind blowing i have never seen this type of bike it's really awesome

    It have good personality

    Good mileage

    Excellent handling

    Reliable

    Awesome riding

    Affordable maintenance

    No need of monthly service

    Good for tours,family,racing and many things

    And it's seat is very comfortable

    A classic bike for all

    Simple and sober

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    5

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    < 3 months

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

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    2


    2


  • Love you

    6 years ago


    John Rahul

    My buying experience is very good

    I feel like falcon while driving my bike in high ways

    Lovely look . My bike performance is very awesome . I daily love to ride my bike on road . I service my bike in every 1000km to maintain its performance. My experience i won'table to say in one word ..

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    4

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    4

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    < 3 months

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Daily cleaning the bike Use tubeless tyres

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    1


  • Utterly waste bike by RE

    6 years ago


    Rahul

    Service center will only replace and never go for repairs, they will loot you heavily. fuel pump and injector system is of worst quality, manufactured by keihin, a company from Japan,which may leave you standing anywhere, anytime, fuel pump module alone cost you 17000 rs. Sluggish ,while riding at low speed.My advice rather go for carburetor system bikes.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    3

    Visual Appeal


    1

    Reliability


    3

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    1

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Tours

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    10000-15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Be ready to drag or toe it to the nearest service center as local mechanic can't help you in case of breakdown and at service center also be ready to pay a huge amount for the rubbish provided by RE.

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  • Review

    6 years ago


    N H Bidari

    Over all good, comfort, marvelous pick up, ... Nice ride... Good looking... Nice grip... But poor quality materials like clutch cable, brake light button, petrol pipes, airflow pipes, petrol gauge monitor etc... Must improve the quality either than this overall good... Very comfortable for long drive as though....

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    2

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Everything

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    5000-10000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Just same...

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  • Inferior spare parts

    4 years ago


    Jayesh

    I brought this in 2014 july month. There was no issues till i rode and done 2nd service. First complaint was with petrol gauge sensor's. It wasn't working and they had replaced. But it got failed repeatedly. 2nd issue was with the self start. Almost all the parts with related to this issue was replaced. At-last from dasarahalli showroom they have changed the wiring which cost me around 5500/- i feel the parts are not upto the mark and inferior in quality. I won't recommend this vehicle to anyone.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    3

    Visual Appeal


    1

    Reliability


    3

    Performance


    4

    Comfort


    2

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    > 15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Self start is a big issue after 1 year. Initially it starts with battery and you will end with changing the wiring.

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    1


  • No Quality

    31 weeks ago


    Jayaraj K Raghavan

    The engine is excellent Overall Quality is very poor. The braking system is Very weak & Non Comfortable. Electrical items are very cheep quality. Material quality is very poor.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    4

    Visual Appeal


    3

    Reliability


    2

    Comfort


    1

    Service Experience


    3

    Value for Money

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Daily Commute

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    > 15000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Verry Un Comfortable

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    0


  • Royal enfield thunderbird 500 owner review

    1 year ago


    Vikas

    I have purchased this bike in 2019. It is great to ride it. It is fun to ride it having 500 cc engine. It looks very good. It has great performance. I have served it in royal enfield service center.
    Pros
    1. Very good for riding.
    2. Great torque and power.
    3. Beautiful look.
    4. Tough body.
    5. Fun to ride.
    Con.
    1. Very poor average per liter.
    2. Costly maintenance.
    3. Heavy to handle.
    4. Engine is not refined as compared to other brands.

    Rating Parameters

    (out of 5)

    5

    Visual Appeal


    5

    Reliability


    5

    Performance


    5

    Comfort


    5

    Service Experience

    About the Reviewer

    Used it for

    Leisure Rides

    Owned for

    > 1 yr

    Ridden for

    < 5000 kms

    Tips for other riders

    Service at an authorized service center. Change oil on 3000 km. Put oil on the chain after 500 km. Check the brake every 500 km. Use tubeless tyres. Ride every 3 to 4 days a week.

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