I can see that a lot of people are angry at me for pointing out what I didn’t like on Himalayan 450. I have created many videos where I have appreciated the Himalayan 450 to the core, I don’t see same people commenting positively over there. I own this bike and I think I have every right to give out an opinion. I believe these opinions would help our new buyers who are researching out there. Let me tell you all one thing frankly, I have loved this bike to the core. I have found this to be an amazing motorcycle. However just because I love it doesn’t mean that I shouldn’t have an opinion about it. I have always given opinions on what I felt about the motorcycle since the inception. You can check out my other channel for reviews where you can see how I have been open about what I felt. Anyways, we all are bikers and I believe we should love our bike with a pinch of salt.

i got my bike delivered this past sat.. covered 300kms… I do agree with you at certain areas. Pain points (my view): 1. Hex bolts- i don’t see that going to be a concern to 95% of the people, nor is it for me. 2. Joy stick - Yes, definitely not easy to access if you have a medium or small sized palm. plus the sensitivity of it is a bit weird. so you need to get used to big time. 3. Pass Light- rightly pointed out. very difficult to get adjusted as it’s implemented in a totally new location. 4. No Brake light- Chalta hai!! nothing to complain i felt. In fact it’s cool to have something new. You wreck it , you definitely have to fix it. but yea it’s again fine. 5. Headlight- looks Cool, but auxiliary lights will definitely be a must during night rides. Light throw is not that great… 6. Mode change - Not sure if it’s an issue only on my bike. i cannot change the mode (eco to performance or vice versa) while on the go. it shows the msg that it can only be done after turning off n then turning ignition on. 7. Phone on for Maps- Haha yes, that was strange. i did a 10mins map usage n my thigh was burning as my phone was heating up. 8. Hanle black - this sexy paint scheme, which the Black being metallic, is definitely a scratch or swirl mark magnet (especially the tank being so wide in front of your eyes). Try to get a ppf done as soon as you get then bike. Just a tip 😇 Anyways .. these are just points for people who are interested to know the bike inside out. Keep all this aside, Riding this machine definitely gives you a big bike feel .. it definitely is a machine that loves to rev (am just waiting to complete 500 km mark and get the first service done ). I strongly feel no one would regret picking this over any other bike… Happy Riding ! Cheers!!

Some follow-up Qs for perhaps your next videos/content: (I haven't seen any one addressing or touching these yet but eventually many will I assume). For Weight Reduction: 1. Main stand is removable ? How much is tentative weight ? ~3-4 Kgs ? Ease of Removing. 2. Saree Guard Weight ? Easily removable ? 3. Anything else that is non-essentially and can be removed easily and helps with weight reduction ? Tuning. 1. Engine feels strained or has further headroom for usage of after-market tunes from PowerTronics, etc ? If the stock tune is easy-going then perhaps the engine still has some breath left, plus its possible to bring the torque a bit early by cutting the top-end a bit. 2. Any plans of Alloys on this ? Will they help reduce the weight ? 3. Can the braking be further improved by using different brake pads, say sintered ones ? Or that's what they provide as stock ? 4. Does it perform any differently on higher/lower octane fuel ? E20 vs 95 octane. 5. Stock spark plugs ? 6. For adjustable levers for clutch/brake, is it built in a way that value aftermarket mods can be made ? 7. Can a change of Engine Oil offer difference in NVH ? Or RE is using the best one out there ? Motul/Liqui Moly at tims provide day/night difference to NVH and Heat. Last one: 1. Is it feasible to replace the Stock 21 Inch Wheel at Front with Say 18 or 19" in Future ? This is just in case those who wished for a RE Scram 450 but can't hold their horses to end up buying Him 450.

Yes those reasons cannot be ignored. RE paid a lot of attention to the engine for sure, but did not much on the overall finish.

Side stand is tilted more to help short or normal riders to get on and off the bike easily while parking it.

I took test ride of the bike few days before and the very first thing before even sitting on it was the side stand having too much tilt. The bike is tall and for shorter riders including myself this is a problem. But eventually will get used to it. I asked RE guys if they are providing any accessory side stand but they don't have any such accessory available. This is surely an issue. iPhone cannot be used for navigation is also a little disheartening. I don't mind the hex bolts. This cannot be said unfinished or bad work, but more of a choice as this is supposed to be a rugged motorcycle then a sophasticated one. And yes the low end torque is not that good which is expected from this sort of engine. Overall, I think you have pointed out things that other reviewrs should have. These are the actual issues that must be noticed.

You're right

As RE is launching newer bikes, they’re bringing up more probs in their machines and increasing their percentage of unsatisfied customers due to their lousy services and not respectfully looking over and solving the customer’s issue’s. Although great videos mate! Looking forward to more such unbiased and genuine videos ;)

Those bolts are hex bolts which may need to be tighten along with journey.

I plan to use a bike GPS instead of the tripper. I don't like the idea of my phone heating up as well as the battery drain, as you said. Also poor cell reception, esp. in remote places. I searched for bike Garmin GPS a couple months ago on Amazon and other portals and found hardly any. I realized I would have to ask someone coming from US to get one for me. I would rather put a bike GPS that uses satellite and connects power directly to bike battery. I'm one that gets lost all the time. I also look at nearby roads and stopping points constantly. For me a reliable navigation system is a must. It's money I would rather not spend since the tripper is there. Maybe I'll be pleasantly surprised by its utility.

Hex is easier for assembly-disassembly and is usually of a higher load rating. Adjustable suspension is very expensive. Side stand is tilted to swing your leg over more easily.

Till now everyone was riding mounting there own phone on handlebar including myself and if RE has given screen mirroring option which can save your camera and other sensors from getting shot so whats the problem and also phone heating is more when its in open during harsh sunlight, kya bolne ka ab Akkal ke andhe sab ke sab Nahi nikalna ata side stand se bike to activa lele bhai Foreign manufacturers kachra bhi denge to gold lagta hai...

application of hex bolts is done in areas where vibration is seen more. Where as Allen Bolts are not that great in handling vibrations.

Tail light in case I buy will definitely put most after market might get those integrated tail light not enough in india

Finally, i video that is not blindly promoting the bike like others, great great great.

Honest review nitish bro 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👍🏻

Namakaraa guru I was expecting some major issues like chassis or engine now i am thinking to buy it around June ie 2nd or 3rd batch vehicle any suggestions

Genuine review n genuine person 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Hex bolts have a more extensive application range and are suitable for heavy-duty jobs whereas Allen bolts are perfect for light-duty

I have booked this bike and pretty much agree to all your reviews regarding this Infact now i know what all i should be looking out for when i ll actually get the bike in hands Thanks for all the inputs

Hi niten sir i have metore and have face fork alignment problem in my bike company nigalt every point but when I chek out outer Meschinic they showing in chassis fault. I have face this this issue since from last year. What should I do sir I have pain in my hand while driving. royel enfield not reaponded. very very poor service from RE. I don't know whey they launch the bike they don't have such solution.

How are the vibrations.. are they too much.. i am too much tempted to get one but as a owner of Interceptor 650 i am worried about the vibrations..

clear bro❤

Tail light 🚨 you have to buy in accessories, like i phone charger 😊

Bro If possible, video on modes of motorcycle would be nice.

Dada vibration issue vatle nahit ka..mi ride ghetli tenva I felt so much vibrations. Ashi bike gheun touring krayla avdel pn mgh 5 k rpm chya vr khup ch vibration ahet n kdhi kdhi engine la pay lagun chatka bsto ha ek issue mla janvla..

It is front heavy to compensate luggage weight at the back, afterall it's a touring bike.

I think one more point is tube tires

Good points but I don’t understand what you mean by front heavy; do you actually mean top-heavy? Quite a few popular adventure motorcycles are top-heavy (eg Yamaha Tenere 700). I haven’t seen this Motorycle in real life but it looks quite nice, especially compared to the older Himalayan.

Informative videos bro

Dealer want to delivery demo unit (Himalayan 450 Hanley Black).May i go for or should wait for fresh one ? Need suggestion.

Solution of alwys on display: 1. Mere Nothing Phone 2 me lock krne k baad bhi map dikhata rehta hai which is advantage for me, To jo bhi H450 lene wala ho wo Nothing ka phone b le lena 😅, 2. Side stand ka jyada tilt hona b logical laga kyuki iska weight itna jyada hai ki kai bar bike uthate wakt ulti disha me girne ka issue hua hai uss position se aap sirf bike utha satke hai girne ka chances kam ho jaye iss liye tilt side stand diya hai, Nitish bhai Riding ke waqt hone wali dikkato ka vdo banaye esi asha rahegi yegi dhira 🙏

Love from KOLKATA ❤❤❤

Good review bro...Very useful as we need to understand the pain areas before the purchase of the bike ..Serious buyers always look in to both PRos and cons ...Waiting for my Himalayan ..Cheers

What about engine performance… is it too good that you didnt face issues

Wish these Indian video reviews were available in English. Is there a way to do this?

Bhai aapne is se pehle triumph 400 scrambler test ride li kya

Maps k liye Apple ka fon toh nahi loge... Bahut he sahi bhai... 😂😂😂

Nitish bhaiya ye channel kb bana liye ?

Good Video!

Bro you again forgot the most important point, due to which many has kept their decision pending, availability of the cross spoke wheels

Without tubeless tyres this bike is dangerous to ride at high speed on higway

Fanboys bashing u in comments for no reason 🤣

Good point brother.. but Andhbhakt RE fans will troll you after watching this 😂

u r now absolutely 2.0👍

Why bro 2nd channel??

front heavy ❌ top heavy ✅

RE = TATA Solid in products but lacks in fit & finish...❤❤

Chotasa long drive 😅❤❤❤

Add the language in title, i clicked to see video because of English title

This is not called front heavy, that's called top heavy bro. Please use proper information 😊

Brother thise bike coolent system is very complecated ...oil and air cooled system is best...... liquid cool system not perfect to bike .. because engine is not sefe ........I am cancelling thise bike because reason is this bike liquid cool system

Kannada❤️

AK chota sa long ride? Yeh kya hai beh..long hai to chota kaise..aur chota hai to long kaise😂😂

Deal breaking to ek bhi point nahi tha

I think you should sell Himalayan and buy Triump and be happy...no point in cribbing

Would be great to know what you are saying.. little bit English here and there but all the important info you change to Hindi 😂

Aj kal sadak se uth k koi bhi rider ban jata hai..knowledge hai nai agye gadi ko leke camera k samne...allen bolts chaiye 😂😂😂😂 Adjustable suspension chor bajar me milre hai jo itne optimum prices gadi me lagaeynge.😂 Improvemnts are not appreciated to RE ,but complaints BMW wali nikalenge....gadi beche de aur Ninja lele.😂

Review is just bullshit

go and buy platinA...

zabardasti ka cons 😅

Worst review I have ever seen in my life. It seems like the content is created just for the sake of creating.

I don't think your review is useful you just making it for content

Pick a language and stick to one.

Very childish video, not a mature content I must say. The price that you have paid vs the points that you are calling out, I think one need to pay more than 1 lac rupees. So considering the price point, they have offered the bang on stuffs, at times we should also learn how to appreciate and change the thought process No hard feelings bro, just a thought that came and I thought to share

Kya bol raha hai bhai 😂😂😂😂😂kuch bhi 1/2 prob ke ilawa sab bakwas laga