Royal Enfield Bullet 350



Creator/Artist: Enfield India Ltd. (under license from Royal Enfield, UK)

Category: Transport Automobiles India

Period:  1951-1960


Detailed Description

The Royal Enfield Bullet 350 (1955) was one of the earliest models assembled in India by Enfield India Ltd. at Madras (now Chennai), under license from Royal Enfield, UK. With a teardrop fuel tank, hand-painted pinstripes, a sprung single saddle, and a simple tubular steel frame, its design maintained the traditional British aesthetic while remaining stylish and functional. Together with a 4-speed transmission, the 346 cc air-cooled OHV engine produced steady torque that was perfect for Indian road conditions. The manufacturing process started with a combination of imported CKD (completely knocked down) kits before switching to locally made parts with precise machining for the suspension, frame, and engine. It had drum brakes, 19-inch spoke wheels, a swingarm rear suspension with twin shock absorbers (a novel feature at the time), and telescopic front forks. The 1955 Bullet 350 established Royal Enfield's long-standing relationship with India by becoming a symbol of dependability for both military and civilian applications thanks to its strong build, booming exhaust tone, and exceptional low-end torque.


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