Royal Enfield Himalayan 10 Quick Hacks and Tips

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Now that I've had my Himalayan for about a year, I wanted to share some very quick hacks/mods/tips that have helped me along the way. Note: There are a lot of other things I didn't include in this video and may post a "Part 2" later. #royalenfield #himalayan
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0:00 - Title
0:07 - Intro
0:39 - Under the Seats
2:12 - First Aid Kit
2:46 - Tire Pressures
3:33 - Ear Plugs
3:54 - Velcro (Hook 'n Loop)
4:48 - Tool Tubes and Kit
6:42 - Screen Wipes
7:14 - Cheap Navigation
8:25 - Gear Shifter
9:21 - Air Tags
9:48 - License Plate
10:07 - Heat Shields
10:28 - Epilogue

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@rbento123489 11 ай бұрын

Having just bought my first Himalayan (my first bike ever after 23 years of having a license) I appreciate you taking the time to share those precious tips. Thanks! 🤲

@zachzuchowicz4842 Жыл бұрын

Great tips! I’ll add that with google maps, you can pre-download maps when you’re connected to wifi, that way you don’t have to hotspot your old phone. I usually do that on my phone when I know I’m entering into an area without cell signal so I can still navigate.

@On2Feet Жыл бұрын

Indeed! It's crazy that I only just discovered this like 6 months ago. It saved me a couple of times in Colorado last month. For those curious: When you have google maps open on your phone, tap your profile icon in the upper right. There is an option listed for "Offline Maps". It can be a life saver!

@Hutchie2112 2 жыл бұрын

NIce one, I look forward to your part 2. Just picked up my Euro5 Himalayan and loving every 3000rpm running in mile so far.

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

I've already started the list for part 2! It's amazing all of the little things you do on a bike after spending enough time with it...

@petittrainguernsey3297 2 жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t just hang in 3000rpm. It’s ok to take it up the rev range, I was advised by my RE dealer to roll it up and down the tacho. Increasing the load as the miles increase. This stops the rings sitting in one place for too long thus scoring the bore.

@cubflyer1940 2 жыл бұрын

I just bought one of these motorcycles and I must say that was one of the best videos I’ve ever seen on it. Thank you for posting.

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. It means a lot hearing comments like this.

@williamweekley4692 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips. They are going to come in handy when I get my Himalayan. You're a clever man.

@lovetoreferee 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for listing the items you used. I ordered some tubes.

@tushardongre5565 2 жыл бұрын

So much organization, I love it. I dont even own Himalayan but could use same hacks on my Suzuki Vstrom. Thanks for sharing!

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

You bet. Thanks for watching.

@AmgK. 2 жыл бұрын

Nice stuff buddy! Thanks for helping out another Himalayan owner!😄😎

@ScooterintheSticks 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips and hacks. I'll need to apply them to my new Himalayan!

@alexmacdonald258 2 жыл бұрын

Super! We're picking up our Himalayans on the 20th, and will be ordering some things-especially the Tool Tube!! Thanks!

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic! Did you get your bikes? How are you liking them so far?

@alexmacdonald258 2 жыл бұрын

@Lone Wolf We picked them up as the "monsoon" began, and managed to get in only about 20 miles on them before we had to put them away. Since then it's been snowing, along with freezing rain & fog, The few little jaunts we got were a blast though!

@alexmacdonald258 2 жыл бұрын

@Lone Wolf Actually, it's OK because we're both real serious Alpine & Nordic skiers, so we're not lacking for fun stuff to do. In the meantime, we're setting up the bikes the way we like them. The down time allows us to do this over time without having to shell out a lot of bucks in a big wad! I hope you can find one, They're great bikes. Also, remember their motto "made for all roads, or no roads"? I think it was 09 December, 2 Himalayans actually reached the South Pole--they rode them over the ice & snow!!!!!

@beretgascon 6 ай бұрын

Thank you, very useful !

@pipopipo7814 Жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks

@jimh2061 Жыл бұрын

Great tips! I like the idea of a lighter and water tablets in the first aid kit.

@LaeDeMotoOutraVez 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man, loved the hacks, i just bought an himalayan and i was just searching for some videos when i saw your channel. I was a harley owner as you can see in my channel and just chenaged to a hima so i can go offroad better, thanks for the content

@I-Libertine 2 жыл бұрын

Cool video. Ive kinda fallen in love with this bike from a distance.

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

It really is a wonderful bike. I highly recommend trying to get out on a test ride if you can.

@alessandropede1808 2 жыл бұрын

Very useful video, thanks! Just one question... which is the right tool tube kit to buy?

@briantheminer 2 жыл бұрын

Loved it Some will work on any bike not just the Himi

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much.

@roydengomes8660 Жыл бұрын

The black heat shields look dope 😍 I have a Scram 411 and I think the black heat shields would look fire! 😍 Thanks for the tip. 😊

@vpmassacre4771 Жыл бұрын

We did mine in purple. I lost the bolts that hold the big one one, anyone know the size.

@raghavrohilla75 Жыл бұрын

Bro where did get the heat shields, I really need them for my Himalayan. Do share, thanks!

@samuelschoenmann4052 8 ай бұрын

Dude - my wife and I loved the hell out of the Barkley Marathon doc on Netflix. Never would have guessed that years later I would be reviewing videos for my new Himalayan and see you giving a review! And in Colorado, no less (where I am). Ha love it. Good tips, and thanks for sharing. Cheers!

@On2Feet 8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much man. Barkely seems like a different lifetime ago now. I did go back this year to crew a friend (who also finished all 5 loops)...and it was somewhat surreal being back.

@venkatramanan7268 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful research buddy will try them on my Himalayan Love from India ♥️

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@chrisharris5555 2 жыл бұрын

Instead of an expensive Garmin bike GPS as you mentioned, I've been using a cheap car unit from garmin which has the great advantage of being usable with gloves on

@jamesharvey44 Жыл бұрын

I use a Garmin Etrex 22x but a used 20 is cheaper. The Etrex is cheaper than a phone, waterproof, can be powered by USB or AA batteries and a Ram mount is available. Overall, much better than my phone which has no service in many areas that I ride in.

@brianmcmanus4690 2 жыл бұрын

Nice.

@javierc2726 2 жыл бұрын

The gear shifter can be adjusted with the rod and nut the bike comes with for that purpose, its not recommended to adjust from the spline itself

@freesoulcosmopolite6838 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@raghavrohilla75 Жыл бұрын

Sir where can I get the heat shields, they look awesome!

@EAGLE-SAN 2 жыл бұрын

THANKS FOR THE QUICK RESPONSE... WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR... AND IRIDINUM SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT? LATER JOHN

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Here's some basic info on the TPS adjustment: indianautosblog.com/bs6-royal-enfield-himalayan-stalling-issue-rectified-p320775 I did also replace my spark plug to an NGK (CR8EIX)

@GerbArcega 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, really nice setup. I have the same colored bike 😅 i was wondering where you got the tank grips?

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Gerb...I think I posted the links in my other video here (in description): kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rbOEaqh3s928YIU.html

@pareshprajapati7916 Жыл бұрын

excellent 👌👍 tips thank you brother. 🇮🇳🙏

@crankstermedia 2 жыл бұрын

Great set of tips thanks. What did you use to make your tank protector pads or did you buy them?

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Aus,...I think I posted the links in my other video here (in description): kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rbOEaqh3s928YIU.html

@gcprost 2 жыл бұрын

I was frustrated by the shift lever as well. I too have moved it, but I’m not completely happy. I would like a longer shift lever. I have smaller feet than you but it is still a struggle. I appreciate all the support and safety my boots provide but the challenge in shifting and the limited feel on the brake, it makes you wonder how the motocrossers do it.

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah it seems to just be a short lever to begin with. I've poked around to see if there are any longer or even adjustable levers that are specifically made for the Himalayan, but so far haven't really found anything.

@jamesharvey44 Жыл бұрын

This is something I am going to do, get a second lever and have a welding shop extend it around 1.5-2" or 30-40mm which would help a lot.

@renannunessteinck2580 2 жыл бұрын

My Himalayan came with the tire pressures on the swing arm on the back, I would check there to see if yours have it too. Nonetheless, great video :)

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, someone else noted that too (which would be great!), but on the US model they appear to only be up under the headlight. Somewhat annoying. Is yours a US model?

@prajwal.nithish 2 жыл бұрын

Hey! Not sure if you have covered this in your previous videos, but you can tell us how you got the tool roll box installed? that's a pretty smart move

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

I could certainly make a video on it...but the short answer is that I just used the universal kit (which comes with various large zip ties and u-bolt connectors). I just connected them in places where things happened to line up well. But perhaps it's worth making a quick video on this....

@mattyb7736 2 жыл бұрын

Tyre pressures are on a sticker on the swingarm RHS on mine, in your face when doing the rear pressure. Looks like the US models are different to everything else. Mind you, the US still uses Farenheiht

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

For whatever reason, this is not the case on the North American model. They instead put the sticker up under the headlight, which is a pain to read. If they did put the sticker on the swing arm, I'd just read it from there for sure!

@EAGLE-SAN 2 жыл бұрын

THANKS FOR THE INFO... I HAVE NOTICED WITH THE CHOKE DEVICE THAT YOU HAVE TO KEEP PRESSURE ON IT WHILE IT IS HAS STARTED...WHEN IT SHOULD BE AN AUTOMATIC SETTING... NOTHING MAJOR, THOUGH...JOHN IN NORWOOD, CO.

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I definitely hold my fuel enrichener/choke down for a few seconds longer than I probably am supposed to as well.

@MrRugrat5288 2 жыл бұрын

Where did you purchase the tool tubes?

@sscbkr48 2 жыл бұрын

I need a riding buddy like you.. the opposite of me.. ORGANIZED! 😄

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Ha ha...I'm not always organized...but glad I come across that way in the videos ;-)

@rafaelsandoval2246 Жыл бұрын

I really need a tip for that bump on the right "himalayan" plate under your right thigh

@WestSussexBiker 2 жыл бұрын

Tyre pressure sticker is on the swingarm in the UK. a lot easier to see.

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

That is much easier!

@SmashTheAdventure 2 жыл бұрын

Great idea with the spare phone

@elm-neo 2 жыл бұрын

I put my earplug tube on my keychain. Never forgot them, ever 😀

@launda_befikar 2 ай бұрын

Is that customised tube for tools ?

@marcvanheugten9472 Жыл бұрын

Earplugs hack, I keep them on my key. Key = plugs = drive (and then I need to stop to actually put them in)

@bijukv1983 2 жыл бұрын

The rear view mirror looks awesome.Would like to understand the brand

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

They are doubletake adventure mirrors. They are available all over the internet...but here's one link: www.srcmoto.com/collections/general-accessories-royal-enfield-himalayan/products/double-take-adventure-mirror-set

@MTreatVO 2 жыл бұрын

What kind of paint did you use on the Heat Shields?

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

I used black, high temperature, caliper paint: www.autozone.com/paint-and-body/brake-caliper-paint/p/vht-black-satin-brake-caliper-spray-paint-11oz/419007_0_0

@kentcarper7585 Жыл бұрын

I just bought a Himalayan, I live in Sioux City, Iowa. Just surpassed 1,000 miles.

@augm3nt384 2 жыл бұрын

You can download the owners manual from the Royal Enfield website.

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Indeed. I have the digital copies of the owners and service manuals....but still like to have the hard copy on the bike (call me old school I guess ;-)

@KRAM-zb2vc 2 жыл бұрын

I painted the whole exhaust black 😃👍🏻

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Oooo nice!

@hansbachtold1966 Жыл бұрын

Hi there, talking about navigation. Its ok if you have a spare phone to connect via hotspot, but if you have to invest in to another cellphone its cheaper to by a Garmin or any other kind of unit. I have a Garmin Zumo XT, which is half the price of any decent cellphone. ( in Europe ) !!??. But nevertheless i like your videos. Good Hacks and Tipps. Save riding 🍀🍀

@On2Feet Жыл бұрын

I saw Garmin just a released a new Zumo model and it's definitely tempting to get it. It's on my wish list, but for now, I'll probably continue to use the Gaia/Iphone combo.

@luchocontratodo Жыл бұрын

what paint did u use for the heat shields?

@On2Feet Жыл бұрын

I used a high-temperature black caliper paint from the auto store. Maybe this one: www.autozone.com/paint-and-body/brake-caliper-paint/p/vht-black-satin-brake-caliper-spray-paint-11oz/419007_0_0

@Nickpetikas 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks for creating some good content. I'm a future Himalayan owner :) Might hold out for the 650 though.

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

The 650 looks to be interesting based on initial reports. If true, it looks like the 650 will be more road-touring oriented (which I think is both good and bad). It will definitely handle the highways better, but will probably not be as good on the more technical off-road stuff.

@srmotard66 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Guy. Excuse my poor english, i'm french 😉 can you tell me reference of the tubes please for my Himalayan. Thanks V

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

I ordered them from here: www.thetooltube.com/ToolTube.html

@srmotard66 2 жыл бұрын

@@On2Feet thank you Guy 😉 V

@Donut_Ti 2 жыл бұрын

Bro are you facing cone set issues ? 😅 Though Informative Video.... Great 👍🏽

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

No cone issues (yet). fingers crossed.

@tshadow6 Жыл бұрын

How reliable is the RE Himalayan? Any oil leaks?

@On2Feet Жыл бұрын

I've just passed 2 years with mine, and other than typical maintenance, and a few small issues (i.e. relays, and cold stalling), it's been magnificent. I truly still enjoy it. At some point soon I'll be putting my 2-year review together.

@vansantsam 2 жыл бұрын

I am surprised that you have not put a CeraKote finish on your exhaust pipes.. There are a couple different processes 1) bake on like powder coating.. 2) non-bake like spray painting.. Both have a hard ceramic finish and handle temperatures up to around 1200 degrees F..

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah...I really need to do this. The spray on paint easily scrapes off in a fall (which I just came to realize with a recent spill I took on some rocks)

@AdventuresofGraywolf Жыл бұрын

You should swap out your matches for a ferro rod and striker. Matches will get ruined by just humidity and once you use one, it's gone forever.

@gypsywheels 2 жыл бұрын

👍 👍 👍

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@Archival1234 Ай бұрын

What type of ear plugs do you prefer?

@Archival1234 Ай бұрын

Ahh disregard…just saw the link 😂

@santoshrathor1880 Жыл бұрын

Good1 as u didn't just showed some expensive add-ons.... These are really nice bunch of hacks

@gr43501 2 жыл бұрын

What about cost?

@uli8537 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing these tipps; short remark: When you carry a duffle bag, the access to your first aid kit is not optimal.

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Yes...that is true. I carry a very small "mini" kit in my tank bag as well...but that is also a bit redundant I suppose

@maddy_6968 2 жыл бұрын

had I seen your video earlier I wouldn't have damaged my phone camera😅

@angtheoddity5844 2 жыл бұрын

Do you not like the navigation system built into the bike? Getting a Himalayan. Thank you for the tips!

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

mine is a 2021 and does not have the tripper.

@angtheoddity5844 2 жыл бұрын

@@On2Feet Ohhh ok sorry.

@aussiebikerdude6563 Жыл бұрын

@@angtheoddity5844 how’s your Himalayan going? I just bought one myself 😊

@angtheoddity5844 Жыл бұрын

@@aussiebikerdude6563 Pretty good!! Still a new rider but it's a fun bike! I need to take it off road this year!

@aussiebikerdude6563 Жыл бұрын

@@angtheoddity5844 me too 😁

@scottr3764 2 жыл бұрын

I need to up my organization game on my Himalayan :(

@gcprost 2 жыл бұрын

I have been writing my tire pressure inside my panniers for many years. Unfortunately, I don’t have panniers on my Himalayan.

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I just got fed up trying to see the numbers correctly off of the decal under the headlight, that I just needed them somewhere easier and quicker to get to. I imagine you could just sharpie them on the underside of your handlebars or something too.

@sscbkr48 2 жыл бұрын

These are some really good ideas. Hopefully I can adopt at least some of them. Having 3 bikes (no panniers) and often bringing my wife along, I'm always forgetting the correct psi.. Just the other day I checked the tires on my Interceptor.. they were 5 lbs over. WTF? So I adjusted them lower then rechecked the values only to find I was reading the wrong manual. 😐

@stevec-b6214 2 жыл бұрын

i just use a tipp-ex pen and write them somewhere front and back. easily removed if you want

@bombadil_moto 2 жыл бұрын

maybe looks stupid, but I write the tire pressure on the fender ...

@jwalton5425 2 жыл бұрын

Nice cash cache.

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! It is a nice little hiding spot.

@robedmunds7163 2 жыл бұрын

Get some zip ties in that tool kit

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

ha ha...yes! I actually have a whole crap ton of zip ties all over the place. There are some in the toolkit, some in my tool tube, some in my tank bag, some in my tail bag....pretty much anywhere I could hide them ;-)

@BlazinBlades 2 жыл бұрын

Take off that ridiculous top (half) fender A lower raised fender is all you need. It’s useless and mainly interferes. Cheers BB 🍻

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

I suppose it is a bit goofy when you think about it....but I kinda like it ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

@moorshound3243 9 ай бұрын

Why would you use anything other than cash? Use your freedoms or lose them.

@garydoyle5755 2 жыл бұрын

Here's a quick tip to 'On2Feet': I do not appreciate it when I have to immediately stop a video to turn off the volume until it's past your intro.

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

I do apologize for that. Sometimes I forget to normalize the volumes appropriately during editing...and it ends up blasting out.

@EAGLE-SAN 2 жыл бұрын

HEY KIDS- JUST A QUICK NOTE - THE TIRE PRESSURE IS ON THE TIRES....HELLO???

@On2Feet 2 жыл бұрын

ha ha...yes...true! ;-) ...well sort of anyway. At least for the Pirellis in North America it does list a technical max pressure, but I specifically want to know the solo vs loaded recommended pressures as noted in the owners manual (which are different than what's on the tires). It's also always a huge pain to actually find where the printed tire values are (whereas it takes me less than 2 seconds to read the numbers inside my panniers). It's really just convenience. But whatever works easiest for you ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

@sscbkr48 2 жыл бұрын

@@On2Feet I like your idea better.. when it comes to small print, I need reading glasses which I can never locate. lol