Royal Enfield Himalayan | A True Adventure Motorcycle?

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A test ride and review of the Royal Enfield Himalayan adventure motorcycle. A simple and small capacity adventure bike, first released to the Indian market, from 2018 it was available in the UK and Europe and has been a great success.
Is this the true spirit of an adventure bike? The Himalayan is a simple design, way down on power and technology compared to the larger adventure motorcycles. However this is its strong point, nice and light for riding off road and easy to fix any mechanical problems.
A refreshing motorcycle that makes you want to get off the beaten track and go exploring. The Royal Enfield Himalayan is an adventure bike for the true adventurers.
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@ScooterintheSticks Жыл бұрын

I think you've touched on the important aspects related to owning and riding a Himalayan. I recently bought a 2022 model and have put 1000 miles on the dirt and gravel roads in Central Pennsylvania. I bought it to explore the places that were difficult for my Vespa scooters or my BMW K75. The lack of power was a plus for me. I didn't want something that was twitchy on the throttle or needed high revs to have power or not stall. The Himalayan is like a tractor and just goes and goes. And the bike is pretty to look at. I've made a number of videos on my channel showing the Himalayan in dirt, gravel, mud, and on the Interstate highways. It's just a great all-around motorcycle for me.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

👍Thanks great to hear that you agree with all the points, especially coming from an owner of one. For exploring gravel tracks etc... I think it is ideal. Perhaps low on power for fast roads, but that is not what it was built for. Same I love the classic style looks as well. Great fun bike. I will take a look at some of your videos. Cheers

@peterhobbs7609 Жыл бұрын

Great review, agree with you that it is a great bike to poodle around on and enjoy the views, life in the slow lane a fun bike to enjoy and improve your mental health, I actually bought one yesterday, 2 months old, 400 miles for £4.5K with the panniers, seems like something of a bargain to me!

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter, I appreciate it and really glad you liked the review 👍 Absolutely what the bike is all about. Slowing down and appreciating the ride and your surroundings, definitely a great bike to calm the mood! Congratulations and your purchase, hope you enjoy it. Absolute bargain for what you are getting, can go on some great adventures on it. Cheers

@stimsonromano2258 Жыл бұрын

Awesome review and thanks for sharing big love from Australia 😊

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

🙌 It is my pleasure, really glad you enjoyed the review. All the best

@ianross225 Жыл бұрын

Great review. On my recent US trip (I’ve bored you with Speedmaster and Tiger 900 tales) this was the other bike I rode. It is owned by my friend’s son in law who, generously, if not exactly knowingly lent me it for a day and 170 miles of assorted riding with a little gravel thrown in. My bias against Enfields dates back to the dreadful 350 Bullets ridden in India when I worked there in the 80s. The Himalayan was a revelation. It went and stopped, two major pluses. I was staggered at how good it is with just 23 bhp and smooth whatever the revs with a decent gear change. Sure, it’s not fast but it suited our ride and wasn’t left behind. The weird “compass” seemed to have a mind of it’s own and if you were lost in, say, the Himalayas I wouldn’t bank on it’s efficacy. A decent entry level adventure bike which is exactly why said son in law bought it.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Many thanks Ian, glad you liked the review. Lucky you, had a few bikes to ride on that trip!! 😁 Another great bike from Royal Enfield, I find them just so charming. Yes it is definitely lacking in power and I would not mind more, however I think that is part of its charm. Good point, not too sure on the accuracy of the compass!! Cheers

@deanchild9848 Жыл бұрын

This is my next second bike can't wait to get one

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

👌 awesome!! Great idea for a second bike. You will have great fun with this. Very tempted myself!

@Alexander-of7ny Жыл бұрын

When I think of a Himalayan the first word that comes to mind is utilitarian. It has time proven reliability with a reasonable start price. However, I have noticed a growing trend in upgrading them. Fitting hot cams, free flowing exhaust and better tyres all come at a cost which kind of negates it entry level market place.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Yes true, when you start customising it to improve the performance then it would make sense price wise to consider other options. As you say a great utilitarian motorcycle, that has oodles of charm!

@Primus_suspectus Жыл бұрын

Yeah I believe TEC Bike Parts are into it for the Himalayan

@deltabluesdavidraye Жыл бұрын

Not true because the basic upgrades are very affordable and give large gains.

@Roger_Ramjet Жыл бұрын

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@garymack411 4 ай бұрын

I've done all the mods you mention and I think for around £500 they're well worth it. They're isn't a comparable bike you could buy for only £500 more and I feel it's just bringing the bike up to the specs it would have if bureaucrats didn't interfere.

@LionTheHeart Жыл бұрын

Great video Angus! Yep just getting over man cold too! Ride safe Cheers

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Thanks glad you liked it. Had such a great day exploring and having fun on the Himalayan. Lovely charming bike

@barrydaly7174 Жыл бұрын

All of you're vids I have seen (I'm a new subscriber and I am catching up) are spot on and delivered with grace,honesty and humility. They help my mental health and it is fantastic that you champion awareness of it, it is still such a difficult subject to broach in "real life" especially in a still macho male world. Well done and Thanks.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Hi Barry, many thanks I really appreciate that and so glad you are enjoying the videos. I try to be as honest as possible and just give my humble opinion!! So pleased they are helping your mental health 👍 I have personally found motorbikes so good for my mental health and whenever I feel down a ride on my bike never fails to lift the spirits. Always supporting mental health awareness, all the best and stay well.

@shaunlambe7072 11 ай бұрын

Great video, really enjoyed that!

@redangrevival 11 ай бұрын

Many thanks 👍

@jfro5867 Жыл бұрын

Great review very enjoyable

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Many thanks I appreciate it, glad you enjoyed the video 👌

@pauljason2039 Жыл бұрын

Great review.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Many thanks I appreciate it 👍

@davidarthur616 Жыл бұрын

Reviewers usually give good reviews for this bike. If you haven’t checked “Itchy Boots” channel, then I would recommend a look. She bought hers in India and rode it back to The Netherlands!

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

👍 For good reason I think. It is a great rugged little adventure bike! I have seen her channel, love it. What brilliant rides she goes on, living the dream.

@donsmith3573 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for informative vid. I’m ordering the scram next week, I’m going to keep my Ducati for the speed intake I need every so often, I’m getting the scram just to chill and take in the views I’m missing and a bit of green lane

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

My pleasure and glad you found it useful 👌 I am yet to ride the Scram but very similar to the Himalayan. Perfect for what you describe, just relaxing and appreciating your surroundings. Sounds like a good plan! Cheers and enjoy

@TheBezaleel Жыл бұрын

The maximal width of the bars and panniers are both exactly 820 mm. Somebody thought about that. Very happy with my Himalayan. Grin factor at max.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

👍 There has definitely been some thought gone into this bike. Great design and perfect for rough roads and exploring! Love it

@stanleylawson9015 Жыл бұрын

Great bike all round

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Again, another Royal Enfield that has won my heart haha. I think for long distances I personally would like a bit more power though.

@Mythtrekker610 Жыл бұрын

I love my ‘22 Himalayan and just done 3100miles. The only downside is the service every 3000 miles. Other than that it is awesome and great as an every day commuter in hill Pendle.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

👌 Great to hear that you are loving you Himalayan. Such a lovely bike. Yes that is a bit of a shame with the service intervals! Seem a bit short to me, especially for an adventure bike.

@Mythtrekker610 Жыл бұрын

@@redangrevival They say they have to realign the values EVERY service... Once the warrenty is out I am going to do it all myself.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

@@Mythtrekker610 That sounds excessive! Good idea to do yourself and save money and time 👍

@Scale_Slotcars_Latvia Жыл бұрын

great review , im collecting mine tomorrow ,only 4600 euros so quite a steal at that price , off course i wont be able to ride it in Latvia due to the winterweather but i can admire it in my house until then lol

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much I appreciate it, glad you enjoyed the review 👍 Such great value for money, congrats on your new bike and roll on the Spring time. Cheers

@daddio1954 6 ай бұрын

Nice Speedmaster, mate. Love mine.

@redangrevival 6 ай бұрын

Thanks 😎

@malcolmpatton9314 Жыл бұрын

Great review charming comfortable bike. I probably would have purchased two of these for my wife and I but had already purchased two Honda cb500x could have saved some money.dome two tours of Tasmania so very happy with our bikes don’t know what we will change up to not interested in heavy expensive adventure bikes. But adventure bikes which can do light gravel and motorway touring is appealing to us both with good fuel economy.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

The Himalayan is built for light gravel tracks 👌 Little bit under powered on main roads though. I would highly recommend the Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid. Fantastic bike on and off road. Can imagine you have some great tracks in Tasmania to go exploring! I agree I think massive expensive adventure bikes are just too big and heavy for your average rider to take off road . Cheers

@constantin1959 Ай бұрын

Great review!! I am hesitating between the Himalyan and the Scram. Thank you!!

@redangrevival Ай бұрын

Thanks I appreciate that 👍 Good luck with your choice

@lilynorthover8378 Жыл бұрын

I've just been to the Ilfracombe bike show and there were a LOT of sports bikes but I only saw four Royal Enfields. They are very popular in the flatter part of the country (and a certain part of Wales😉) but the lack of power tells a bit with our steep hills and tight corners. Two of the REs were Interceptors but the seats were way high.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Nice, hope you enjoyed it 👌 Yes the Himalayan is definitely down on power! It is a very charming bike, but in the UK I would personally prefer a bit more power. I don't find the Interceptor lacking for power at all. But yes quite high seat height.

@awesomeagnihotrisvlog Жыл бұрын

Great review mate….come to india and do LEH - LADAKH (Mecca for motor cyclists) on the Himalayan 🙌🙌

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Many thanks I appreciate it and glad you liked the review 👍 That would be a dream come true, perhaps one day I will 🙌 Going to research that route right now!! Cheers

@garymack411 4 ай бұрын

A great review. After owning my Himalayan for 2 years and putting over 20k miles on it, it still puts a grin on my face every time I ride it. About £500 of mods to it to increase the torque so it can now comfortably sit at 70mph on faster roads at lower revs and I've been to the south of France and northern Norway and Sweden on it.

@redangrevival 4 ай бұрын

They are such great bikes. Those mods sound well worth it 👍

@MauriceTarantulas Жыл бұрын

Lower insurance also for a new biker vs a 650. Just got a quote on the scram. I like the extra height of the Himi and the center stand but quite a few people say the Scram is nippier! Am still not ruling out a 650cc but def very tempted in the Himalayan. Next year will be interesting re the 40 bhp version. P.s Not quite sure you'd manage to get to Scotland on one tank thats 300+ miles (Close though). Maybe! Could do it on a 20l 125 thats for sure. The Meteor has 100mpg I have heard😉

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

I am yet to ride the Scram, but personally much prefer the looks of the Himalayan, much more traditional. The Morini X-Cape could be a great option for you 👍 Yes think he said it as a bit of a joke, but you really wouldn't be far off haha

@Mythtrekker610 Жыл бұрын

Comment 3. From Ancor Supplies you can by ex-uk respirator bags that fit VERY WELL on the front luggage bars for £15 each.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

👍 All good, great to hear some good knowledge from an owners point of view. That would be a great idea and very cost effective as well.

@pareshprajapati7916 8 ай бұрын

It's not mega fast , ... But it gets all jobs done ✅👍

@Apollo949 Ай бұрын

I have a 2022 (72 plate) Himalayan and it has a tripper.

@JustAGuyYaKnow42 Жыл бұрын

The tripper is a nice looking thing, but ultimately not very useful. It should be treated like a Google watch to allow development for it and similar devices. I agree that one of the Jerry cans should be for water, you can't live long without that. Nice review, I love my 22. I agree on the cons, too, but it is a great bike despite them.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Fair enough. I personally prefer the compass 😁 Think that is a great touch and actually quite useful when on an "adventure". Thanks glad you liked the review. Fantastic bike, so refreshing amongst all of the hugely powerful adventure bike today.

@Mythtrekker610 Жыл бұрын

The hand guards are VERY strong, the bolt is the weakest part of it.

@mikepopelka2349 Жыл бұрын

Another Royal Enfield interesting bike. My dealer finally has REs and I'm going to try everyone...if he lets me.😀

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

👍 Another Royal Enfield that has stolen my heart haha. A great bike. However the Interceptor 650 really is something special. I am sure you can twist his arm for a ride 😉

@mikepopelka2349 Жыл бұрын

@@redangrevival actually the Classic 350 has kind of gotten my attention!

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

@@mikepopelka2349 Look fantastic 👌 Am yet to ride one yet but have heard good things!

@mikepopelka2349 Жыл бұрын

@@redangrevival I know you rode the 650 but as I sat on one I found that it felt tall and top heavy compared to my Bonneville and also the foot peg location was definitely in the way of putting my feet down. However I am going to try one!

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

@@mikepopelka2349 Always worth a try. I find often the things we find negatives at the beginning of testing a bike are simply differences to what we are used to. Don't get me wrong the Bonneville is a better quality bike, there is just something about the Interceptor that I loved!!

@apple-gh8jr Жыл бұрын

Indian baby Himalayan 🔥🔥🔥

@2wheeledwillie395 Жыл бұрын

Good honest bike , but definitely underpowered imo...in fact me and a mate took a himalayan & a 350 meteor out at the same time and it struggled to keep up with the Meteor on a run...get yourself on the Classic 350 Angus!!

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Love it, but yes I agree. Needs a bit more power for UK roads. Would be great exploring a far flung country but for in the UK and Europe just lacking in power a bit. Booking the 350 in very soon!!

@mikehurley5052 Жыл бұрын

@@redangrevival Plenty of power upgrades about from big bore kits to better cams and air filter mods, powertronic plug in kits etc, 30hp is easy.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

@@mikehurley5052 That is good to know and sounds worth it 👍

@crumblymal8479 Жыл бұрын

Rough week would not mind one of them ta go up on the moors with get away from it all 😉👍

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Hang in there 💪 I have been feeling quite rough for the past few weeks. Think I have had some sort of bug, but sometimes hard to separate mental health and physical problems. You will come out of it. A great bike for mental health, just so simple and has no ego! A pure ride

@walkerhjk Жыл бұрын

If you intend going 'offroad or very poor or nonexistent roads such as in Central Asia, you need the big 21 inch front wheel Remember Itchy Boots rode one of these from India to the Netherlands, 28000 km and a 2019 mode;f from Buenos Aires in Argentins to the southern tip of South America and then north along the Andes until she got caught in Peru by a Covid lockdown and had to be repatriated home in 2019. The only thing that could be a concern, depending where you are riding, is the relativly short servicing/.oil change distance com[ared with say the Honda CRF300 Rally which of course is a much more pricey bike

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

👍 An ideal bike for the type of roads you are describing, and Itchy Boots has used it to it's fullest potential. I one day hope to ride such roads myself on a similar bike. Yes the service intervals are a concern, especially with what this bike was designed for. I guess the Honda would be the "smart" decision!

@omCARvlog Жыл бұрын

Habbibi come to himalyas ❤ hevan for this beast

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

🙌 I would absolutely love to and sure one day I will. Cannot wait

@meditatewithme6254 Жыл бұрын

Connect your mobile with the dash navigation

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

👍

@MangoMike316 Жыл бұрын

😎👍👍👍😎

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

👌👍👌

@magpiemorris8844 Жыл бұрын

Imagine buying one in India and riding it back to the UK XD.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

🙌 The absolute dream 😁

@kymstock1852 Жыл бұрын

In Oz the tripper is fitted to the 2022 model still.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Lucky you! Must have more availability of the "chips" I guess 👍 More needed in OZ as well, in the UK you are never further than a stones throw away from civilisation haha Cheers

@edwardkaminsky8142 Жыл бұрын

No tripper on the Himalayan I was fortunate enough to test drive today in Vegas. No windshield either! Forgot to ask about the windshield but can live without the navigational beacon so to speak. RE could put out a recall on the 2022's. Placed a down-payment regardless. Stay safe. ( Mr. Ed )

@rohithteegala739 Жыл бұрын

Come To India And Have A Ride Lo Spiti, Ladakh, And K2K Best Review ❤️

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

🙌 I would absolutely LOVE to do that!! Will take a look at those routes now. Thanks

@alexmorgan3435 Жыл бұрын

They are charming in their own way, but they just don't have enough shove for me.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree! I think for riding around India or other far flung countries where the road conditions may not be the best, then it would be great! But for in the UK/Europe I would like a bit more grunt.

@volt8684 Жыл бұрын

Please RE just put the interceptor engine i it

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

🙌 100% agree, just needs a bit more punch for UK roads and it would be amazing!

@sscbkr48 Жыл бұрын

It's terrific for blue hwys, rough roads and exploring logging roads. Has comfortable suspension. The power is enough for what it's meant for.. tractoring about. It's an economical low powered goat with some serious hooves.

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

@@sscbkr48 Haha well put 👍

@pareshprajapati7916 Жыл бұрын

itchiboots ( female global tourer ) made it famous

@redangrevival Жыл бұрын

And a great job she has done 👍

@laranjiinha77 10 күн бұрын

I had an 411 Himalayan. It lasted one week only. It is heavy and brakes are very weak. Crashed it after one week of riding it only due poor brakes. And I was riding it slow. I´ve been riding for 30 plus years. Never crashed any bike in my life. My advice, get away from this brand.

@redangrevival 9 күн бұрын

That’s a shame! Lots of people live these bikes

@laranjiinha77 8 күн бұрын

@@redangrevival I know. I used too as well. Cheers

@vinniemax8274 10 ай бұрын

Under Powered For The Weight (24hp/450 pounds weight). 411cc should produce 40hp Disappointing fit and finish Can't Maintain highway speed Small Fuel tank Parts are not available in USA

@redangrevival 10 ай бұрын

This is all true, however the figures really do not tell the whole story! It is a great price, and this bike is really designed for exploring off the beaten track areas, not high speeds on the motorway. Sit back, take it easy and enjoy the ride! But yea I would want more HP haha

@vinniemax8274 10 ай бұрын

Local Mt sport offering new 2023 klr650 for $5400

@vinniemax8274 10 ай бұрын

2023 ktm390 for the same price, $5800, you get 44hp bike not 24

@vinniemax8274 10 ай бұрын

Versy300 for the same price. Xt250, 24hp for $5200, this bike is outclassed

@garydixon6947 4 ай бұрын

If you only look at the horsepower specs and weight it doesn't seem like much, but torque is what really matters and the himalayan has plenty of torque down low where it really matters.