Long: 2018 Royal Enfield Himalayan Ride, Review and... a Moose?

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After a long winter in Alaska and a bit of travel I've finally posted my comprehensive review of the 2018 Royal Enfield Himalayan. It's long! Consider using the index below to skip to your particular interest in the Himalayan. You'll find on-bike discussions and off-bike discussions, and as usual there are a couple of interesting and entertaining points in this presentation. Links to other KZfaq Himalayan reviews have been provided below.
» INDEX «
▌ Intro - 0:00
• Many thanks to all - 1:50
• Elevated perspective - 2:58
• Other reviews to consider (see links below) - 5:02
▌ On-bike Comments
• Compass - 8:33
• Highway handling & stability - 9:55
• Vibration - 13:02
• Slow riding and torque - 18:13
• Quick shifting - 19:50
▌ Pros & Cons, an Off-bike Discussion
• Cons first - 23:05
• What the hell just happened? ☺ - 32:11
• Pros - 33:36
• Visited by a Moose - 39:09
▌ Heading Home
• Let's ride! - 50:09
• Final Comments, thanks, and future content - 57:31
» CONSIDER THESE OTHER REVIEWS «
▌ Noraly: Itchy Boots
▐ • Video
▌ Dominique: GS Vintage
▐ • Test : 10 000 km avec ...
▌ Nathon: Nathan the Postman
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▌ eveRide ADV
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▌ Dangar Wheels (Bike mods and Australian Review)
▐ / dangarstu
▌ Written Review from Yonderbluemountain.com (carburetor version)
▐ yonderbluemountain.com/2019/0...
» KarmaKaze Moto on the Web «
• Website: karmakazemoto.com
• Instagram: / karmakazemoto
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@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

» Clickable Index « ▌ Intro - 0:00 • Many thanks to all - 1:50 • Elevated perspective - 2:58 • Other reviews to consider (see links below) - 5:02 ▌ On-bike Comments • Compass - 8:33 • Highway handling & stability - 9:55 • Vibration - 13:02 • Slow riding and torque - 18:13 • Quick shifting - 19:50 ▌ Pros & Cons, an Off-bike Discussion • Cons first - 23:05 • What the hell just happened? ☺ - 32:11 • Pros - 33:36 • Visited by a Moose - 39:09 ▌ Heading Home • Let's ride! - 50:09 • Final Comments, thanks, and future content - 57:31 » CONSIDER THESE OTHER REVIEWS « ▌ Noraly: Itchy Boots ▐ kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eNmUftqiyJeUZGQ.html ▌ Dominique: GS Vintage ▐ kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jZyeY6qindDZqqM.html ▌ Nathon: Nathan the Postman ▐ kzfaq.info/get/bejne/la-nmLmW39q2dqM.html ▐ kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eJ6HdNmCrMC7gKs.html ▐ kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aNWme6mh177Hm4k.html ▌ eveRide ADV ▐ kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hLendJilncnSm3k.html » KarmaKaze Moto on the Web « • Website: karmakazemoto.com • Instagram: instagram.com/karmakazemoto/ • Facebook: facebook.com/karmakazemoto/

@mikeschuring423 5 жыл бұрын

looks like there putting in a 650 twin in the next model...thatll be enough power to haul 2 ppl and the panniers and not be too awful heavy but be able to safely do highway speeds with out shaking apart (i live in sw michigan so speed is needed to ride on the roads lol)

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

@@mikeschuring423 Very true, 75mph speed limit means people consistently doing 80-90. (Also from MI originally) But I don't think we're going to see the 650 in the Himalayan in it's current form due to stability. It'll need to be improved. Hopefully so! I'd be happy with a 500cc single in it. Still light... more capable. Just have to wait and see if the perpetuated rumors are true! 🙂 Thanks for watching and commenting Mike!

@mikeschuring423 5 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto no prob..i ride a ducati 999s but looking at a dual sport..you seem to have a no BS view/opinion of it..and the bike does look good just needs a few tweaks

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

@@mikeschuring423 since you already have something for speed you'll be fine. One bike for thrills, another for casual riding and adventure... or maybe just to go grab groceries. 😉

@mikeschuring423 5 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto ..lol..i have a icon take bag and do get groceries with that from time to time...i can fit a gal of milk bread and cereal in it

@NateB240z 5 жыл бұрын

Holy smokes! An hour... Looks like I'll have to watch later tonight with a bowl of popcorn 😁

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

🍿😀 Just be sure to make use of the top comment or description if you want to skip ahead. I tried my best to help people find what they're looking for. Take it easy Nate!

@mattyb7736 3 жыл бұрын

Regarding your comment in the "cons" section about the "owners manual pocket" under the seat. Its not for the owners manual, its an India specific thing. Its where they keep their owners documentation, like your registration and insurance documents in the USA. I keep a survival blanket in mine. I also run EBC pads in mine, way better than standard brake pads too.

@shaunmichaels6801 4 жыл бұрын

Hi still getting through your videos, 2am here in the UK, couldn't sleep. Thanks to you I am now dreaming of owning a Himalayan. Thanks for your review and links to other postings good guy👍😊

@gearless1840 5 жыл бұрын

Commenting before I watched the video. Good to see you back!

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Nice job, #1!🤝 And thanks, let the summer fun begin!

@tonywilliamson1822 5 жыл бұрын

Nice to have you back.keep the views a coming.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Summer time!!! Finally.

@BMRTV 5 жыл бұрын

That everRide ADV video is crazy. Those guys take that bike in super gnarly places. His "making off" is also nuts. How they were lost and having to purify water etc. RE was way better than the KLR overall.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Whoa! I didn't see that one. I'll check it out!

@BMRTV 5 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto I think is called what not to do

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

@@BMRTV ah, that'll help. Thanks.

@waynemorgan8942 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the video. I bought the Himalayan with panniers after I watched a few of your initial purchase and ride home videos. The bike reminds me of my younger (way younger) years when I was a boy riding through mountain logging roads and and loving every minute of it. Fifty years later, I’m back! I’ve had the GS Adventure bikes but at my age, this one is PERFECT!

@sushantkumar7379 5 жыл бұрын

Waited long for this review... watched your entire journey from Seattle to Alaska on the Himalayan from the moment you bought it with your niece... Awesome trip and vlogs btw. Thank you

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sushant! Summer is here finally, so there should be more stunning scenery and wildlife on the way. I can't wait!

@Pechbusque 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this very complete and detailed video. Very good job. I just discovered it on KZfaq, and coincidentally I'm going to get my Himalayan tomorrow afternoon ! I’m happy to see that i made the right choice , your comments confirm it. What extraordinary landscapes in your area, what a beautiful nature! Friendly greetings from south of France (thanks to Google translation :-(

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

That is fantastic, Eric! And thank you for watching and commenting. Are you planning to post video on KZfaq? I'd be interested to hear you thoughts on the Himalayan after you get it. Feel free to share links to your videos on my channel in the comments. I don't mind. And consider updating me through Instagram if you care to do so: instagram.com/karmakazemoto/ Enjoy that machine and stay safe!

@denisobek6784 3 жыл бұрын

I bought my Himalayan a month ago and am really enjoying it. Since, I watched your series and now want to go on a trip with her. Really enjoyed watching your WA-Alaska trip. Thanks

@kushal662 5 жыл бұрын

Good that you mentioned @itchyboots channel. Noralie already covered 30k km traveling all over Asia and Middle East...such a amazing channel edit: I thought she already covered 30K miles, its actually 22K now

@deaddoll1361 5 жыл бұрын

I agree, she does such a great job. It's well worth a look and shattered quite a few misconceptions I had about the countries she travels through, regarding the terrain and the people.

@dimesonhiseyes9134 5 жыл бұрын

In a short time it has become one my favorite channels.

@colins6638 5 жыл бұрын

On her latest video (28th May)she takes it for its 20,000 km service at 22,000 km. Looks like the only thing worn is the front of the seat.

@dimesonhiseyes9134 5 жыл бұрын

@@colins6638 12K ish miles is quite a bit in a year.

@kevindaly5093 5 жыл бұрын

A very honest and comprehensive video based on real world experience. An enjoyable viewing which was well worth the wait. Well done and welcome back.

@drhunter1117 5 жыл бұрын

Good to see you back after a few months !

@iRidetas 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome and comprehensive review of what sounds like a great bike, in some beautiful locations. Another top notch video my friend!

@thewey 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for a great series of videos on the Himalayan! I’m 65, in great shape and I want this bike as my first since riding a 1976 Honda 150 in grad school 40 years ago! Woohoo!

@technicalsda3621 5 жыл бұрын

Finally the review! Recently I went to manali(a town in Himalayan range) and spent 10 days there with rented himalayan(BS4 and BS3 both versions). I agree with you that no can understand a bike with just 15 min ride from the dealer. I fell in love with Himalayan in these 10 days. I also rode KTM,Dominar and RE Classic 500 but there was a huge difference between all these bikes. KTM and Dominar was low on torque and I had to shift to 1st gear every time I was on a steep turn or in lower speed due in light traffic. RE 500 was bit better in torque in lower RPMs but the sheer weight was not any help in challenging situations. KTM and Dominar were all wobbly whenever there was slush or a melting ice stream while I was riding alone but one the Himalayan with a pillion rider was just crushing with no worries. I was worried about the brakes at first but when I left the tarmac I realized why front brake is prograssive cuz RE people didn't want you to eat dirty with snappy brakes. I own a 1975 RE bullet 350 , inherited from my father so I was in search of something solid and rugged, that could take some beating specially off-road. Came back to my hometown and booked a Himalayan. Its just sheer fun.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

This in itself is a very useful review! First-hand knowledge of handling and torque compared to the KTM, Dominar and another RE model? I hope other people stumble upon this comment. Thanks for sharing, and I too hope to ride in the Himalayas next year. Cheers!

@technicalsda3621 5 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto thx mate! We share information only for our fellow riders. Hope our information help them decide the joy they are expecting.

@technicalsda3621 5 жыл бұрын

Hoping to see a video about mountain trails. It will help lot of people to see the capabilities of this bike as a affordable dual-sport. Keep up the vlogging mate. All the best

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

@@technicalsda3621 long gravel highways and trails are coming soon. 👍

@technicalsda3621 5 жыл бұрын

You just have earned yourself a subscriber. 😎

@zibratouring. 3 жыл бұрын

I happened to watch one of your Video and ended up watching almost all the videos. truly authentic simple. I am going to start my journey soon. I am still watching your videos, lovely content. Lot of love n stay safe.

@AsitdyaDsr 5 жыл бұрын

Great series, beautiful scenes , wild life and video making . Really enjoyed all the videos along with my 13 years old son. Appreciated. Himalayan bike is really really worth the money and more. Looking forward to your future adventures. All the best. 👍

@kingfish4488 5 жыл бұрын

Great review thanks for taking the time to make the video! Looking forward to the next one .

@rajenjoshi 5 жыл бұрын

The most elaborated and detailed review of any bike I've come across. As always, you've done a great job making this video and its content. Thanks.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that, Rajen, thank you.

@cidomg32 3 жыл бұрын

What a great review man! I have had a lot of fun watching it. Greatings from Brazil.

@sheregrewal9182 4 жыл бұрын

Wow Youngster..the presentation was very natural flow..logical and frank. Much better than most others in the bike..thanks and may You do more and wishing you miles of happy safe riding...

@KARMAkazeMoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Shere Grewal! I think videos should be done like writing, each paragraph leading into the next and the next for a better story. I guess that's why my videos are also a bit long. 🙂👍

@flavio_spqr 5 жыл бұрын

Been waiting for this! Thank you!!

@richlijacanacua 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the pros and cons of the review. Regarding to your voice and audio its clear. I love the sound of Himalayan.

@BrewerIanE 5 жыл бұрын

Your boot stomp made me jump!! Welcome back - I really enjoy your work.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

You are THE FIRST PERSON to mention the boot stomp! Way to go! I was really having fun working that in. And get this, it even scared me! I had forgotten it and was reviewing the video before posting. It made me flinch! 😆

@adamcurrey2098 3 ай бұрын

Great to see ya at home, watched when you first picked up your bike. Great memories for You and cool for me to see every where youve been

@seesaw7289 4 жыл бұрын

Voice was clear, no problem! Enjoyed the review, location and the overall style of the presentation.

@karthikkalyan1000 5 жыл бұрын

Good to see you back and the Himalayan in Alaska !

@Anath525 5 жыл бұрын

Great video my dude, glad to see your back. I hope we see more! I cannot recommend Noraly enough guys, her videos are quite literally out of this world.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dennis! Plenty more on the way, at least for the next few months before winter strikes again.

@tangshangrangsamarak6908 5 жыл бұрын

Honest Review... Thank You!! From India.... Long time no see, good to see you back again. I'm also following Itchy Boots. I will check out the other channel you mention. I heard that Royal Enfield is working on Himalayan with little bit bigger engine like 650. Honestly if i have this bike, i would change mirror and buy after market mirror and change stock exhaust also, not that like them but to suit my own comfort zone that's all, in future i will buy this bike.. for now my budget is tight.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback! And yeah, good to be back. It's time to ride! I agree, swapping out the mirror and getting a lighter exhaust are both good ideas. Considering I coated my exhaust with ceramic, I'll stick with stock for a while. We'll see how I feel about it in a year or two. 😀

@tangshangrangsamarak6908 5 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto Your welcome!! 😁 Do as you please, its a good bike. 👍 Your place is so beautiful all around there is mountain and river and everywhere is greenary... i feel very relaxing by watching your videos as you take us(Viewers) through beautiful roads and mountains, rivers and animals.. Thank you for that also... Keep it up, you are doing great... 👍👍

@passinthru4328 2 жыл бұрын

Audio is great by the way. Love that your voice is so clear and the engine sounds noticeable without being intrusive. Nice backyard and, you know, the Monty Python boot.

@AndrewHeisey 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the quality content. Really appreciate the effort.

@rgadave 5 жыл бұрын

What a great series of videos, very enjoyable !.

@bentonvandorsselaer289 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all that hard work creating such a comprehensive review. I am waiting for my new 2020 Lake Blue Himalayan to arrive and filling the time watching reviews and reading lots of articles. This bike is incredible in that nearly all reviews are really positive. The review covers pretty much everything I could want to know about the Himalayan. You can tell lots of miles have been covered to get to to know the bike so well. One thing that never gets discussed so much is how good looking this bike is. I am a designer and the look is spot on. I reckon it is the Landrover Defender of motorbikes. I am going to be fortunate to get to ride m\y Himalayan through the incredible landscape of Tasmania in Australia. Looks a bit like Alaska actually, no moose though! Thank you for there hard work. I am no expert at making videos but they are a lot of work. Looking forward to the next posting.

@phil22 4 жыл бұрын

If you want good info, reviews, tests and trip videos follow the Itchy Boots channel. She's traveling the world on her Himalayan.

@luffycenter 3 жыл бұрын

watched your whole trip to Alaska loved every minute of it, solid videos dude

@nbgen 4 жыл бұрын

Your voice is good and it’s always better than music, always.glad to see and HEAR you are back. The sound of the bike is music to my ears.

@julibradbury 5 жыл бұрын

Another motovlogging master class. Informative and entertaining. Thank you.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Pleasure's all mine. Thanks Wolds Rider!

@rickseibel5904 4 жыл бұрын

Might I suggest that for those scenes riding down the highways you inform us the speed your traveling. Gives we viewers an idea of how much wind noise we may experience as well as the engine noise. It’s just a nice reference that adds to our experience.

@tonyrigby5700 5 жыл бұрын

A good detailed and honest review of the himalayan, sound quality, I could understand all that was said, never going to be perfect against the wind and bike noise. Enjoyed and looking forward to your next video, stunning scenery by the way.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the feedback Tony! Much appreciated!

@relfelapautu 5 жыл бұрын

so you're back. Good review, nice scenery

@kasimshaikh3750 5 жыл бұрын

Great visuals and you are really authentic.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kasim!

@michaelhayward7572 5 жыл бұрын

Great in depth review. Thanx. I've seen these close up and am very impressed.

@DizzyDadProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Best Himalayan review, thank you for the video!

@hsbro1 4 жыл бұрын

This looks like the perfect bike for someone who doesn’t have a lot of riding experience and is shorter. All of the information youv’e shared is valuable. Audio sounds good!

@atul8933 5 жыл бұрын

Watched every episode of Seattle to Alaska . Loved it 👍

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear it! I think you'll like some rides I have in store. Going to be a busy summer.

@atul8933 5 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto waiting 🍿

@arjunsali 3 жыл бұрын

You are never a true Royal Enfield Rider till you learn to forget to turn off turn signal.... Enjoyed your vlog and review. Thanks for the good presentation and wonderful scenery.

@QuirkyAvik 4 жыл бұрын

4:05 - 4:10 WOW! Beautiful! Sitting alone watching this video and I honest to god spoke out aloud, couldn't contain the expression.

@caroldave4037 5 жыл бұрын

Hi from wet day in england ..it's not just the bike... it's you and you showing me your scenery where you live.. life style.. points of view.. etc utube is brilliant😊 for this...all the best from dave...

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I'll keep it up. Cheers! 😁

@turdferguson5108 5 жыл бұрын

Followed your trip from Seattle and back home - some of the best I´ve seen. Really looking forward to some more vids from you and awesome Alaska.👍🎅🏍

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

You got it, Turd! 😀👍 And thanks for the kind words.

@pynskhemlangniangti4209 5 жыл бұрын

Just about I thought we were never ever going to see your video again..welcome back. Really miss your reaction..And Noraly that girl man she's is crazy travelling all alone to some of the isolated countries like Iran, Tajikistan

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for hanging in there. Next winter I'll just have to travel to warm places and keep riding and posting. 🏍😎 Yeah, I love what she's doing! Exceptional way to spend your life!

@veloteuton63 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this review. Well done! It convinced me that this bike is for me. It is a beautiful country you live in.Lucky you ;-) You asked for feedback on the sound (voice): very clear and audible. Keep on the good work!!

@KARMAkazeMoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. I'm so glad this was useful to you. Enjoy your new bike when it arrives! Make the most of it! Cheers from Alaska! 🌞

@Sixbears 4 жыл бұрын

Just found this review. Thanks. Seriously interested in the bike. Been missing one ever since I sold my old bike. Thanks also for all the links.

@peterbilling6171 5 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed your videos, the scenery and your review. Cheers from Australia

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter! All the best from Alaska!

@sergos0617 5 жыл бұрын

Very happy to see your videos again. I'm waiting for your review about the new RE Interceptor 650 :) Greetings from Colombia!

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Sergio, good to see you! Speaking of the Interceptor, I tried to do that while visiting Michigan, but they had not arrived yet. I'll have to make a trip down to Seattle again in the near future. I think it would be worth it for my channel.

@clockworkbike 4 жыл бұрын

Am I the only one who jumped when that Monty Python boot came down?

@leroyjarvis5617 5 жыл бұрын

Great review, thank you

@LoneRiderTravelDiaries 5 жыл бұрын

It’s awesome to see your back! Really interesting movlog... looking forward for more!!! Didn’t even feel that a hour went by...

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Did you really watch the whole thing, Man? Wow! Please tell me you saw the extremely funny part. I think a lot of people will skip over it, which is understandable.

@LoneRiderTravelDiaries 5 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto Yes for sure...after all, your talking about some thing I love!! And I'm waiting till I reach at least 10,000km on mine to give a proper review. Living in a small island country covering 10,000 will take some time lol! its funny how the moose just walked by... And I didn't even know that there was a compartment under the seat!

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

@@LoneRiderTravelDiaries 😁 Happy to introduce you to that compartment! My pleasure. I am anxiously awaiting your review. Make it unique!

@gregpartridge1142 5 жыл бұрын

Hello mate. Thanks for your review of the bike - I appreciate the time taken and your thoughts on it. I thought the audio was much better with your blue tooth comms set. I really enjoyed your road trip series from Seattle to your home state - Alaska is similar to Tasmania, Australia. Keep up the good work! Cheers Greg

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks Greg! Much appreciated. Similar to Tasmania? I would have never thought that, but you have a little bit of everything there. Beautiful countryside! Cheers!

@beyond_i346 5 жыл бұрын

Welcome back Man, as usual honest and great review👍 , amazing scenes as well , ride safe .

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! You too, stay safe out there.

@panksham 5 жыл бұрын

It was great watching the video. Felt it was genuinely insightful from a guy who did 2000 miles on his first ride to give a review... Job well done 👍👌

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pankaj!

@WolfMates 5 жыл бұрын

Welcome back mate :) Great bike and beautiful scenery :)

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Just subscribed to you, Mr Wolf! And thanks! 😀

@WolfMates 5 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto Thank you so much :) Greetings from Portugal to Alaska :)

@edwardbennetts-visualartis5615 3 жыл бұрын

Great review thank you - I can’t wait to pick up my RE Himalaya (Newcastle, Australia)

@paulshaw8135 5 жыл бұрын

Another brilliant video from KARMAkaze , keep up the great work you do, im getting my Himalayan this Saturday 1st of June 2019, hopefully i will shoot some video and post it, Paul in Belfast Northern Ireland.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Feel free to share a link to your video in a comment here or on of my upcoming videos. I don't mind. I hope your Himalayan brings you tons of joy!

@michaeltaylor3546 4 жыл бұрын

Great series man awesome awesome content thank you.

@kyotosal 5 жыл бұрын

Always great to see parts of Alaska. Thank you and great bike!

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, thank you. 🙂

@bovver6092 5 жыл бұрын

I was just browsing KZfaq for RE Himalayan videos but instead I got immersed into your beautiful journey. Watched all 6 parts in one sitting. Just finished watching this review and you got me really sold into getting the Himalayan. Although I’m curious about the 650 version release next year but I’m sure it will be the same price point or more as the INT and 650 GT. But I think the single cylinder engine will be more than enough for my purposes. Plus IMO, because of its limitations it definitely has soul and character. Thanks for putting out great content, your videos are ones to take to the heart. Keep us entertained. Cheers.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

That was a heck of a comment. 👍🙂 And all 6 in one sitting? Awesome! I better get busy on the next trip! 😀

@wltrlg 4 жыл бұрын

Nice channel you have Justin, enjoyed watching your vids picking up the bike! :)

@thebenphilip 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic review .

@NathanJoshuaDavid 5 жыл бұрын

The more I watch these reviews of the Himalayan, the more I want one :) It'll be interesting if the rumored 650 cc ever happens.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

You can bet my interest in the 650 is peaked! 🙂 But to be honest, I think a 500 would be perfect for what this bike is. Extra power, while still keeping the cost and weight down. We'll just have to wait in suspense.

@NathanJoshuaDavid 5 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto Agreed. A 500 would tick all the boxes.

@nikduffield5457 5 жыл бұрын

I reckon 410cc is just fine, you would perhaps lose what this machine is all about by fitting a bigger engine. The machine does everything it needs to....in an ever faster moving world I think we need to take time to "smell the roses" and enjoy what we are riding through. Just my opinion....my most fun bike have been the ones that couldn't go any faster than 120k/mh

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

@@nikduffield5457 I for one have found the Himalayan a nice change of pace from the Bandit 1200. Sometimes you just need to chill out. That said, heavier riders, or a heavy packing list, could benefit from a few extra ponies.

@NathanJoshuaDavid 5 жыл бұрын

@@nikduffield5457 To be honest, after having watched more reviews, I would have to agree. I don't think RE could compete with the others at that size anyways. This bike fulfills what they set out to do and still interests me more than the others.

@ron091 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic series of 6 road videos and this review. You have certainly sold me on the Himalayan and like someone mentioned below, I don't think the 650 version when it comes in the next year is going to be for me. It will be a couple thousand more and if I'm adventure touring with it, I'm not sold on needing the extra horsepower and weight. You have pointed out all the advantages of the 411cc model and I'm sold! Thanks for your professional and amazing videos! I look forward to what you do with it this year.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ron, glad you liked my series. More coming soon! 👍

@1781BOJ 5 жыл бұрын

Good review, beautiful scenery

@anthonybrownlie6880 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your travels from Seattle, Canada through to Alaska. Absolutely amazing places to see and share. You have proven to the world what a capable, reliable adventure bike the Himalayn is. I've never liked bigger adventure bikes on the weight and size fully loaded up. The Himalayn can load up just as much and happily sit there at 75 no problem. More than quick enough on gravel roads should you need to. Great camera work with good informative information on your bike and the areas you pass through. You should set up a bike hire, touring company to explore your magical place 😉. Happy riding Justin from the UK. Well done.

@DaveH046 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the update! Really enjoyed following your journey up to Alaska on your bike. Spent a year up where you live and loved the trip up there through the Alcan highway and loved living there in the Anchorage area! I'm seriously considering a Royal Enfield but not sure the Himalayan would be a good fit for me as a big guy (6'2, 260lbs). I'd like to at least try it for a test ride. Thanks again!

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

6'2" and 260lbs? You just described The Rock! 😃💪 Yeah, that might be pushing it. Perhaps if they come out with a 650 it will accommodate you ultimate warriors a bit better. Glad you had a chance to live up here a while. Anchorage can be spectacular if you get out and explore and keep busy. Plenty to see and do, and plenty of space to see it and do it. 👍

@josephthennes4656 2 жыл бұрын

I've watched these for past few years, and I've been waiting for factory and aftermarket performance parts. Tec has a cam that gives you 20% power , perfect bike for the money, hands down period.... Great video

@actv8tordc 5 жыл бұрын

Your trip from Seattle to Alaska on the Himalayan plus your more recent videos have certainly peaked my interest in this motorcycle. Watched many of Nloraly's videos as well. I will attempt to demo ride the bike at a 'local' dealer this summer. I live in southern BC.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Glad you found the videos useful. Summer is here! What are you waiting for? 😃 Cheers!

@ShivankurMittal 3 жыл бұрын

First of all, really practical, insightful, mature and thorough review. I see the dedication and passion for the value you are getting. I love that you arent just blinded and driven by desire to acquire bigger and better looking things(Honda Africa Twin in your case). Secondly, I see how genuine you are. Also I observed you know quite a bit about automobiles, detonation and knocking to Fuel pump and the likes. As an indian I am proud an Indian product is doing good. But also...I feel the connect and brotherhood. I feel that at the end of the day we all are the same. Hope you have a good experience.

@stimsonromano2258 Жыл бұрын

Awesome review and thanks for sharing, big love from Australia 😊

@KARMAkazeMoto Жыл бұрын

Love from Alaska!

@deanchild9848 4 жыл бұрын

Great and informative review thank you.

@leonvanstrien 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, I love your enthousiasm on this little "Big" bike. I'm interested in this bike more and more. I watched your whole journey from when you picked it up at the dealer and brought it to your home in Alaska. What a stunning beautiful journey in such a beautiful part of the world . Great edited . I also follow Itchy Boots, se also brings her findings with her special enthousiasm to us. Thank you for letting us be part of that. I'm loooking forward to new content so we can enjoy the beatiful area you live in.. Keep up this great work.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words Leon. I'm glad you like what we're doing (both Noraly and I), and I do have more Alaska scenery coming up . First I need to post my battery replacement. It is uploading as I type and will be shared sometime early tomorrow... depending on where you live. Thanks again, and all the best to you! 🙂

@leonvanstrien 5 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto Looking forward to it, I'm from the Netherlands (Holland)

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Pleasure meeting one of Noraly's neighbors. 🙂🍻

@bilbobaggins761 5 жыл бұрын

I live in the England and I’m so jealous of that Alaskan scenery true wilderness

@awhig2474 5 жыл бұрын

And I loved English country side I drove London to Edinburgh in July 2018 Indian here

@mrlume9475 5 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate you taking the time to make a comprehensive review of the himalayan. Ive had mine for a month now and have been very impressed with it. You get a lot of bang for buck! Regarding your mic, i thought the quality was very good. Thanks again. 👍

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Bring it on up to Alaska! 😁 And hey, thanks for the mic feedback. So far the consensus is the voice sounds pretty good and one person thought the engine noise could be better. That's a 2nd mic actually. Anyway, much appreciated!

@mrlume9475 5 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto would love to bring it up to Alaska, the scenery you show on your vids is amazing, perhaps one day. I live in Scotland so the next trip for the himalayan is the northwest 500, taking in the highlands. Reg your mic, didnt pick up on the engine noise, the main thing is your voice was very clear. Ive subscribed and look forward to some more bike content. Keep up the great work and ride safe, watch out for the moose! 😀👍

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

@@mrlume9475 will do! Enjoy the Northwest 500.

@mrlume9475 5 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto thanks, will do, all the best. Rgds Scott👍

@fernandogimenez8005 4 жыл бұрын

This is like if I would be riding the 7 lakes route on my Himalayan. I have done it a few times now (live in San Martín de los Andes). It turns like a maxitrail and it goes as fast as law and my courage permits. Absolutely great bike

@jaywalker4127 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent vlog.

@backpackerDeep 5 жыл бұрын

Good review. Really like Alaska it's beautiful.

@othmankammah382 4 жыл бұрын

Keep it up man. Fantastic videos as I look at maybe picking up the same bike!

@KARMAkazeMoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Othman!

@mylifeinthailand8751 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you, the vast majority of reviewers at test riding for an hour or so and have this thing for comparing it to bikes outside it’s class which is stupid. Your review is be far the best as is the Itchy Boots one, the other guy you mentioned Everide owns a KLR650, the Himalayan he tested was a friend’s bike

@hh750x 5 жыл бұрын

Nice to see and hear from you again! Fun thing, the moose apearing . I used to work as a teacher in a country school here in Sweden. We used to se moose and deer from our classroom window. Almost like in Alaska ;-) . I look forward to seeing more of your videos. Ride safe!

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Kids must have loved it! It never gets old to me. All wildlife sightings are a total pleasure. Thanks for watching and commenting. You also stay safe and enjoy the roads!

@shamoy1000 5 жыл бұрын

Nice review. I'm going to be looking for a new ride soon. Thanks.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome.

@woolybuck6852 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the short tour of the valley. I moved from Wasilla to Gallatin TN in 2014 but am moving back to Alaska next summer. Sure miss it and can't wait to get back. Maybe there will be a Royal Enfield dealer up there by then.

@michaelthomas3262 5 жыл бұрын

- so a nice vid with so many informations about the bike - big enjoy to watch your homeland - please more from this fantastic aera - greetings from germany

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Michael! More rides in the area are coming soon! Glad you enjoyed this video. Greetings from Alaska!

@Kiran_G11 5 жыл бұрын

Found ur channel today...... Binge watched every episodes! 😅😁

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Oh wow! That is awesome! Now get out and go for a ride. 😀

@gcprost 3 жыл бұрын

I watched this shortly after you posted this. I then went out and bought an Africa Twin. Now my Africa Twin is up for sale and I bought a Himalayan. I should have listened to you in the first place.

@KARMAkazeMoto 3 жыл бұрын

Really? 😯 I'm really intrigued by this comment. If you have some time please let me know what you didn't like about the Africa twin and how the Himalayan has been an improvement. I mean, it's one thing for me to speculate about cost in size, and another thing all together for you to have actually had both motorcycles and made the change to what most anyone would consider was a downgrade to the Himalayan. I'm really interested to know a little more about your experience. By the way, I remember quite well our earlier conversations about the mountain goats and having flown my drone in the park. 😉

@gcprost 3 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto The Africa Twin is a brilliant motorcycle, but it’s too big for me. I’m 66 years old and 5’4”. I can handle it on pavement and basic gravel but I want to more serious adventures.

@KARMAkazeMoto 3 жыл бұрын

Okay, that makes perfect sense to me. Smaller, lighter bike = more confidence to take it into "the unknown." 🙂 I'm glad you finally ended up with something that will let you do more of what you want to do. Enjoy your summer!

@gcprost 3 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto You too. I hope to be exploring the Canadian Arctic and Alaska next summer. Maybe I’ll see you on the road.

@KARMAkazeMoto 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, that would be very cool. Check in with me and see where I'm at around that time.

@danilorigon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your English pronunciation that is perfect for me Italian, I'll watch interely your video this night

@baccussailing1 4 жыл бұрын

Best review! I have the Bullet. Love it and been around France, Holland and Germany on it totally reliable, Himalayan next bike!

@KARMAkazeMoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback John! You must have had some Incredible views during all your riding! One of these days I hope to ride in that area as well.

@erikz2754 4 жыл бұрын

Good day to you just picked up on you trip you have a terrific home keep up the good work ride safe

@CraigSmith568 5 жыл бұрын

Man I love your videos. Always waiting for the next one. Great quality and editing. Have 4 motorcycles now and hope to add an ADV in the future. Probably won't be this one, but it does look like a good bike. Love the lightweight and middleweight bikes. They are a blast to ride. Not many really lightweight ADV bikes out there. Would like to see how it compares to the Kawasaki Versys X300. Once again waiting on your next video.

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Craig! Well then, guess I better get busy exploring more of Alaska! 🏍 What are the 4 motorcycles?

@CraigSmith568 5 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto 03 Honda Goldwing, 17 Yamaha FZ-07, 18 Harley Heritage 114, and a 19 Kawasaki KLX 250.

@ridersdiary1997 5 жыл бұрын

Great to see you back...i enjoyed the last adventure video series which i have gone through many times and hopefully will keep on seeing...it was really worth watching...Thanks for the effort you put in every videos ....i am planning to buy a himalayan in few months too,,,From Kerala,

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

That's great! I hope you get to do a lot of exploring with it. Much of Kerala is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for watching and commenting. 🙏🙂

@ridersdiary1997 5 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto Yes ...If you are planning to visit Kerala...pls inform ...would like to join the ride ...Thanks and Ride safe...

@KARMAkazeMoto 5 жыл бұрын

@@ridersdiary1997 you can bet I'll post updates on riding plans long before I get to India. Do mention it again. 👍

@ridersdiary1997 5 жыл бұрын

@@KARMAkazeMoto Ok done .....Welcome...