The stick trick has always worked for me. They make stethoscopes now to listen. Whatever floats your boat, but the stick will pinpoint a problem just the same.
Unfortunately when I took the top end off, the crankshaft was bad. Really bad, actually. Check out the additional videos to see how it goes and thanks for watching!
Part 2 is coming this week and will answer a big question. Here’s a hint - the crankshaft is bad 😩 I’m also lapping the oil pumps, but have new valves, seats, etc.
Looking forward to restoring the bike with you! Have just bought a black2018 Bullet 500 Efi instead of an Interceptor I was after buying Gotta say I love it!!
Hi! This is pretty cool. Looking forward to seeing the progress here. I have the same model and recently had a similar noise situation. The first thing I found is that the oil pump spindle wore out and started eating through the timing cover. Something to check out. Good luck!
Mine is actually called Velvet Green. I think forest green is more muted. I unfortunately don’t have a specific code number. I honestly don’t think there is one
@@Cyclingwithgasoline i bought a green 500cc Bullet year 2004 and I need to do some painting. Velvet green is for me unknown, I only know the military green and forest green. So strange its so difficult to find out the name of the colour on Google. I check the velvet green, thank you.
Gemini AI answerb I haven't found any official information suggesting Royal Enfield offers a "Velvet Green" color for the Bullet 500cc. Current color: Forest Green seems to be the standard green option for the Bullet 500cc. So Gemini is not the best AI😁😖
Wow, looks like your bike is a mix of 2005 and 2006 parts, love how the dates are marked clearly all over the bike; I'd read your article a few days back, don't you own a Kawasaki H2 as well? also I'd suggest retaining the original paint, I wish they were available where I am as that factory colour is quite rare - cheers, 2004 electra 4s rider from Chennai
Well, it’s a 2006 model and I’m sure some things were replaced over time. Thanks for reading the article and yes, I also have the Kawasaki. As far as the paint, I’m actually leaning in that direction. I’ll explain in the next video coming in a few days. Thanks for watching!
@@Cyclingwithgasoline my pleasure, looking forward to your progress - just to clarify I didn't mean that parts were replaced, it was common in that era (post 2000) for the factory to use leftover parts from say 2005 in a 2006 model, my electra also has parts from 2003 and I actually think it adds to the charm and history of the motorcycle and the factory it was made in, cheers
My girl 😺🐈 cat loved sleeping on my bike seat. I took off with my sidecar and she scared me to death when she jumped into my lap. Almost wrecked the bike. Cats,what can you do?
In india these model bullets have gear on the right side and break on the left side. But now the gear is placed in left side and break is placed in right side.
There's a low level grumble/knock there. I can't work out if it's piston slap or main bearings. I've seen some pretty badly peened main bearing races on 500 bullet motors, especially if oil changes have been neglected and owners have lugged the engine at low revs a lot. They aren't expensive but it would mean splitting the bottom end to change them. Maybe a listen with a sounding rod/engineers stethoscope would tell you more?
Yeah, it’s just hard to tell. I’ll know more when I remove the barrel. The bike has apparently had a rough life prior to my ownership. If I have to open the crankcase, it’s not the end of the world. I’ve already sourced a new crankshaft if needed. And I’ll replace all the bearings while I’m in there. Thanks for watching!
I have a 2007 Royal Enfield Bullet. Mine is red and chrome, it is beautiful, and runs great. I bought it with 347 miles on it. I also have a 2013 Royal Enfield B5 Bullet I bought new. it is Forest Green. It is dark green. I converted it from EFI to an Amal carburetor using a kit from Hitchcocks in the UK. I also replaced the huge, heavy, ugly, cat con exhaust with a much smaller, lighter, better looking and better sounding aftermarket exhaust, also from Hitchcocks. I have put over 21,000 miles on the 2013, and it still runs fine. A few minor issues, which I found a way to resolve. All motorcycles should use 20w50 oil. I wouldn't even consider putting anything but 20w50 oil in a motorcycle. That 100% flat black Classic is the ugliest thing I've ever seen. It's absolutely disgusting. Hard to believe there is actually a nice looking motorcycle under all those gallons of flat black paint.
im english my bullet army has gerar shaft on the right replace the carb amal is best the seat is not the corect seat jus fix problems the tanks are hand painted but replace that cheap carb an air box mine is four gears
This will be a cool rebuild. I can't wait to see the process.
Thanks!
Mines a daily driver ...had it for 25 years now ,,, and will have it for another 25 !
Keep it forever!
The stick trick has always worked for me. They make stethoscopes now to listen. Whatever floats your boat, but the stick will pinpoint a problem just the same.
Unfortunately when I took the top end off, the crankshaft was bad. Really bad, actually. Check out the additional videos to see how it goes and thanks for watching!
Came here after watching your classic 500 review.
I wish you all the best for your restoration project. Will be following your restoration journey. 🍺🤟
Thanks for watching!
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Piston knocking and get inlet outlet valve lapping done. Check also tappet valve.
Part 2 is coming this week and will answer a big question. Here’s a hint - the crankshaft is bad 😩 I’m also lapping the oil pumps, but have new valves, seats, etc.
@@Cyclingwithgasoline there still tons of bullet spares in India alone. 😉
I'm looking forward to watching your rebuild 👍
Thanks and an update is coming soon!
You can do it! Just remember where all the bits go :) Looking forward to seeing what's inside that lump.
Thanks! I’m excited to get started
Looking forward to restoring the bike with you! Have just bought a black2018 Bullet 500 Efi instead of an Interceptor I was after buying Gotta say I love it!!
Thanks and nice bike!
The clanking is the electric start clutch.
@@rustyrims05 Turned out to be rod knocking, too 😩
Welcome to my club gentlemen 👌🏻❤️
Hi! This is pretty cool. Looking forward to seeing the progress here. I have the same model and recently had a similar noise situation. The first thing I found is that the oil pump spindle wore out and started eating through the timing cover. Something to check out. Good luck!
Thanks and I’ll definitely check on that. I already have a new spindle and pumps, but might have to replace the cover if anything is worn
When my Triumph Tr-6 needed new camshafts we tore it down. New cams and sludge trap. Put her back together and she is good for another 50 years.
Is that green colour "forest green". Or...do you have the paintcodenumber? 🤝
Mine is actually called Velvet Green. I think forest green is more muted. I unfortunately don’t have a specific code number. I honestly don’t think there is one
@@Cyclingwithgasoline i bought a green 500cc Bullet year 2004 and I need to do some painting. Velvet green is for me unknown, I only know the military green and forest green. So strange its so difficult to find out the name of the colour on Google. I check the velvet green, thank you.
@@reioXyhi The way they label, etc. their colors can definitely be frustrating. Best of luck with it
Gemini AI answerb
I haven't found any official information suggesting Royal Enfield offers a "Velvet Green" color for the Bullet 500cc.
Current color: Forest Green seems to be the standard green option for the Bullet 500cc.
So Gemini is not the best AI😁😖
@@reioXyhi See Hitchcock’s - they have “velvet green”
Wow, looks like your bike is a mix of 2005 and 2006 parts, love how the dates are marked clearly all over the bike; I'd read your article a few days back, don't you own a Kawasaki H2 as well? also I'd suggest retaining the original paint, I wish they were available where I am as that factory colour is quite rare - cheers, 2004 electra 4s rider from Chennai
Well, it’s a 2006 model and I’m sure some things were replaced over time. Thanks for reading the article and yes, I also have the Kawasaki. As far as the paint, I’m actually leaning in that direction. I’ll explain in the next video coming in a few days. Thanks for watching!
@@Cyclingwithgasoline my pleasure, looking forward to your progress - just to clarify I didn't mean that parts were replaced, it was common in that era (post 2000) for the factory to use leftover parts from say 2005 in a 2006 model, my electra also has parts from 2003 and I actually think it adds to the charm and history of the motorcycle and the factory it was made in, cheers
She will be like a new bike when you are done with it.
My girl 😺🐈 cat loved sleeping on my bike seat. I took off with my sidecar and she scared me to death when she jumped into my lap. Almost wrecked the bike. Cats,what can you do?
Haha yes, cats… 🐈
In india these model bullets have gear on the right side and break on the left side. But now the gear is placed in left side and break is placed in right side.
Yes, I’ve ridden one with the right side shifter. There’s also kits to convert them to left side shifters.
It's all on the gear Shaft. Your bullet is a 5s gearbox.
There's a low level grumble/knock there. I can't work out if it's piston slap or main bearings. I've seen some pretty badly peened main bearing races on 500 bullet motors, especially if oil changes have been neglected and owners have lugged the engine at low revs a lot. They aren't expensive but it would mean splitting the bottom end to change them. Maybe a listen with a sounding rod/engineers stethoscope would tell you more?
Yeah, it’s just hard to tell. I’ll know more when I remove the barrel. The bike has apparently had a rough life prior to my ownership. If I have to open the crankcase, it’s not the end of the world. I’ve already sourced a new crankshaft if needed. And I’ll replace all the bearings while I’m in there. Thanks for watching!
Car Park rebuild???
Basically. Underground garage space
Milage...?
A little over 19,000 miles
New Enfield owner.
Nice! They’re great
I have a 2007 Royal Enfield Bullet. Mine is red and chrome, it is beautiful, and runs great. I bought it with 347 miles on it. I also have a 2013 Royal Enfield B5 Bullet I bought new. it is Forest Green. It is dark green. I converted it from EFI to an Amal carburetor using a kit from Hitchcocks in the UK. I also replaced the huge, heavy, ugly, cat con exhaust with a much smaller, lighter, better looking and better sounding aftermarket exhaust, also from Hitchcocks. I have put over 21,000 miles on the 2013, and it still runs fine. A few minor issues, which I found a way to resolve. All motorcycles should use 20w50 oil. I wouldn't even consider putting anything but 20w50 oil in a motorcycle.
That 100% flat black Classic is the ugliest thing I've ever seen. It's absolutely disgusting. Hard to believe there is actually a nice looking motorcycle under all those gallons of flat black paint.
Very cool about your bikes! And the black is definitely an acquired taste 😂
im english my bullet army has gerar shaft on the right replace the carb amal is best the seat is not the corect seat jus fix problems the tanks are hand painted but replace that cheap carb an air box mine is four gears
Thanks for watching and nice bike!