Royal Enfield Continental Gt 535
The Royal Enfield Continental GT 535 was introduced in 2013 as a modern café racer inspired by the iconic 1960s Continental GT, reviving Royal Enfield's café racer heritage for a new generation. It was built around a 535cc single-cylinder engine derived from the Bullet platform and marked Royal Enfield's serious push into premium retro motorcycle markets globally. Production of the 535 variant was discontinued around 2017-2018 when it was succeeded by the larger 650cc Continental GT, which featured a twin-cylinder engine.
29.1 hp
Power
44 Nm
Torque
184 kg
Weight
160 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer claimed ~160 km/h under ideal conditions)
Top Speed
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 km/L typical real-world average)
Fuel
Naked
Body
What Buyers Should Know
Watch the Electrics
The 535 is known for electrical gremlins, including faulty switches, poor earthing connections, and unreliable indicators. Pre-purchase inspection of all electrical components is strongly recommended.
Holds Value Well
The Continental GT 535 retains strong resale value due to its cult café racer status and limited production run ending in 2017. Low-mileage examples in good condition are increasingly sought after by collectors.
Simple, Serviceable Engine
The 535cc unit-construction single-cylinder engine is mechanically straightforward and relatively easy to maintain, with parts still widely available through Royal Enfield dealers and aftermarket suppliers.
Full Specifications
Rivals & Alternatives
Bikes that buyers cross-shop with the Royal Enfield Continental Gt 535
Royal Enfield Continental Gt 650
Triumph Thruxton 900
Moto Guzzi V7 Iii Racer
Triumph Street Cup
