Yamaha SR 500 vs Enfield 500 Bullet (1999)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha SR 500stacks up against the Enfield 500 Bullet. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha SR 500Enfield 500 Bullet
Model year19991998
Price
Engine499 cc499 cc
Horsepower24 hp22 hp
Torque37 Nm35 Nm
Weight168 kg
Seat height32 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed4-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake

Yamaha SR 500 vs Enfield 500 Bullet — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha SR 500 and the Enfield 500 Bullet usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha SR 500 brings 24 hp, while the Enfield 500 Bullet counters with 22 hp at 168 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: