164 pages, 92 black & white illustrations, size 5.5 x 8.5 inches. Originally published under the title The Book of the Royal Enfield by W.C. Haycraft, this book is one of The Motorcyclist’s Library series published in the USA by Floyd Clymer by arrangement with the original publishers Pitman Ltd. of London, England. It includes complete technical data, service and maintenance information and detailed instructions for the repair and overhaul of the major mechanical and electrical components for all Royal Enfield 250cc, 350cc and 500cc single cylinder G, J, J2, Bullet and Clipper models manufactured from 1946 through 1962. There is adequate detailed text and diagrams to assist in major refurbishing such as an engine rebuild or even a complete renovation. Please note that the 1957-1962 unit-construction Crusader type models are not covered in this publication. Information for that series of motorcycles is included in the Second Book of the Royal Enfield also available from www.VelocePress.com. This publication has been Out-of-print and unavailable for many years and is becoming increasingly more difficult to find on the secondary market and we are pleased to be able to offer this reproduction as a service to all Royal Enfield motorcycle enthusiasts worldwide.