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The predecessor of the Bullet was first produced in 1931.
This was followed by a four-valve, single-cylinder model named Bullet in
1932. The 1935 G model was the first that assumed the 'modern' look, with
vertical cylinder, cast-in pushrod tunnel and eventually fully enclosed
valve gear.
The single was reintroduced in 1948-49 redesigned by Ted
Pardoe, chief draftsman at Enfield in Redditch, England. The strong single
cylinder engine allowed it to excel as a trials bike.
Orders from the Indian government led to setting up of the
factory in India in 1955. The Bullet today is faithful to that classic
design of the 50's albeit with several design and quality improvements.
For a more detailed history of the Royal Enfield
motorcycles visit our bike links page.
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