Awesome review!! thank you so much... I cant wait to ride one.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
julian mejia Thanks Julian! Don’t forget to subscribe for more! Definitely have a testride! 👊🏼
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
For anyone who comments about the electronic ignition having nothing to do with the fuel injection. I am aware I mixed up my words, I meant to say ‘and no carbs’ not ‘so no carbs’. Sorry for the confusion guys! Haha
@Makermook4 жыл бұрын
My Himalayan is the 9th motorcycle I've owned, and by far my favorite. It's steady, sturdy, comfortable and capable. I ride it in town and on gravel/dirt/mud trails up at the farm. I've taken it on the highway, but a sustained 70 mph is asking a bit much. It'll comfortably go 60 mph all day long.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Mark Lowry Awesome. Pretty much sums up what I said in my review. Safe riding buddy 👊🏼
@michis.98884 жыл бұрын
Great Review, guys! In my opinion, the himalayan is what you really can call an "adventure bike". It is cheap, it is light, it is focussed on the essential aspects. It has got all you need for a ride onroad and offroad. It is not a bike for posers, nothing to impress the neighbours or the girls in the city....nothing to compensate a small and short prick. I really like the royal enfield bikes
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Michi Schalusenbach Haha you have a way with words! 👊🏼 Yes it’s a thoroughly good bike!
@michis.98884 жыл бұрын
@Fat Freddy that's a matter of opinion. For a competition bike it would be of course too heavy, but for an adventure/ touring bike is everything with less than 200 Kg absolutely lightweight (for me). My own motorcycles are all much heavier; the "tiny" one has 265Kg; the heaviest 370 Kg.
@wademacnutt41034 жыл бұрын
Itchy Boots has made this bike popular for sure. Go Noraly!
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Wade MacNutt She sure has!
@markusbarth14 жыл бұрын
In the review they mention that the bike is not apt for long distances - And there she goes tens of thousands of miles :D
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
markus barth I said it’s not ideal for that. You could do 1000 miles on a unicycle if you wanted, but that wouldn’t make it ideal for it. And have you seen the rubbish roads in the UK? Plus we have very few trails and if you do find one; some git will moan at you.
@Lee-70ish3 жыл бұрын
@@markusbarth1 A guy road from Australia to the UK on a Honda Cub I agree with D.O you can do anything on a bike except perhaps off roading on a sports bike. I think he was looking at mr average. Who does the odd journey or 2 week holiday.
@markusbarth13 жыл бұрын
@@Lee-70ish I rode 5000 km on the Himalayan fro Spain to Germany and back and made a couple of more long distance trips. This bike is built for travelling. Unfortunately many people just go on motorways and think this is travelling. In this case you are right, this bike wouldn't be for you.
@felicianoabe4 жыл бұрын
I was thinking about getting the ktm duke 390 until I saw Himalayan and my mind was instantly made what I want.i mean need
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Great! When are you going to get it?
@equaliser22654 жыл бұрын
It's capable of a world tour, no problems. Itchy Boots.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Equaliser Sure is!
@RayCis13 жыл бұрын
Good review! At present I'm watching Itchy Boots' 274 videos, and she's done 2 large trips with the Himalayan. Now, I'm 67, and after an interval of 38 years (!) I started riding again, and when looking for a bike , I ran into a Honda CBF600SA from 2010, that I could obtain for only 2400 $. Now, I can't fault the bike in any major way (handling/power/braking) but it DOES lack in one regard: it doesn't have a character...It's like an electric motor, the torque is there, but it grows so linear, more like a car. With the Himalayan you look forward, and see a nice & simple instrument before you, with that Honda it's more like a dashboard of a car... Granted, the RE doesn't have much hp, but my days of fast driving & cornering have long gone... Besides, there's a 462cc cylinder upgrade & with a powertronic unit available for this RE, that does a great job in giving more torque, as well as a slight hp increase. That's where my question comes in: 8 out of 10 times I'll ride with my wife, and how is that (power-wise), when accelerating & braking with a passenger? Must add, both of us are no heavy weights (combined about 135kg's)...Could you (maybe) do a short review of this bike with a passenger?
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ray. It’s fine with a passenger but as long as you don’t expect stump ripping torque. For exploring the back roads it would be fine.
@amitkrupal12343 жыл бұрын
Just use EBC sintered brake pads at front & rear, one can tour 2 up on Himalayan with panniers having combined weight upto 166 kgs.
@ujzwalnewar72013 жыл бұрын
Hello there I am Ujjwal pradhan from Sikkim a small Himalayan state in the North Easte India and I am a royal Enfield Himalayan rider since 2017 and have ridden about 17000 km on it in the Himalayan ranges across Nepal ,Bhutan and India and it is amazing bike it has taken me to breath taking places with a view and never let me down ,much love for the Royal Enfield Himalayan all around the world ❤️ #royalenfield #himalayan
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
Thats great! Thank you!
@sudhanshubissa97914 жыл бұрын
Himalayan is updated in 2020. Updates include switchable ABS, hazard light switch, white lit instrument console and new colour schemes. I think its a welcome update but we still need that 650 cc engine of interceptor on this bike.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Yes and hopefully we'll get to testride the new mode soon!
@sudhanshubissa97914 жыл бұрын
Sure sir!
@user-ym6lc7pk1e4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like very modest changes. Was really hoping for the engine upgrade. 400cc may be enough for trails and dirt roads, but on a highway we need more power for passing.
@daveweston50033 жыл бұрын
So. Been thinking about the Himalayan as a 1 bike does all. I have a commute from Nottingham to Leicester which used to be on the train, but i don't fancy that viral tube anymore so two wheels it is. I collect my Himalayan tomorrow. Watch out for me haring through the Charnwood hills! This was a really useful video in helping make the decision.
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
Ahh excellent choice! Totally agree with the avoidance of the Covid Express!
@PixelLife1013 жыл бұрын
How has it been?
@daveweston50033 жыл бұрын
It's been fun. Went bimbling about the Amber Valley last Sunday in the sun then commuted to Leicester in the week. Took on the A60 in rain at night which was OK. Lights are good. It's really smooth ride. It just smoothes its way through bad road. It has a huge grin factor on small lanes. It hawls you up hill no problem. Basically, after 10days I am really happy.
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
@@daveweston5003 that’s good to hear!
@daveweston50033 жыл бұрын
@@PixelLife101 Flying through the Charnwood Hills in the dark with gusting winds at 40mph was quite exciting. some movement but i mainly felt the wind on my body. the bike was largely unperturbed. The weight is low down so it has a lovely balance and stability to it.
@TheOmniscientAtheist2 жыл бұрын
This is such a fabulous channel; when I get my A license, i'm 98% sure I'll buy a Himalayan.
@the_luki4 жыл бұрын
like the fact that you are reviewing also other brands than harley. keep going =)
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
the_Luk Thanks my friend! We have done some deals with other manufacturers and are reviewing some amazing bikes! We are still doing Harleys too of course!
@mikehurley50524 жыл бұрын
I love the look of this bike, nearly bought one last year, went for a BMW 650GS in the end, more power and torque, better build quality, 24 hp does not do it for me.Now if they brought out a 40 hp version that could cruise at 70mph then that would be a different story.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Mike Hurley Yes, the Himalayan is a gentle trail/road bike
@mikehurley50524 жыл бұрын
@Gary Dodgson Mine is 2007, not made in china.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Gary Dodgson Seems to be quite a trend.
@donriedel1114 жыл бұрын
“Itchy Boots” (check out her blog) who is riding around the world on this bike has me convinced that this is the perfect bike.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Don Riedel Thanks yes, we’ve seen it. I’d recommend a testride at your local dealership, it’s a nice ride
@corychartier79614 жыл бұрын
Something to remember on things like windscreen. The bike is designed for south asia and Himalayan countries where the average height is 5'5. I am short American living in India and can comfortably do a 600 to 300km a day in a mixture of very rough and muddy roads to black top with no problem.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Cory Chartier Yes that makes sense about the screen. Also for the rides you describe the bike is perfect. My comment about long journeys (thinking about the UK) is apt because we dont have trails, just motorways for the journey I described.
@bernardoblanchetramirez60324 жыл бұрын
This seems like the best bike to go from Alaska to the southern most point on South America. One day I’ll be doing that.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a good plan!
@ngawangyoentenjamtsho30104 жыл бұрын
Hi I have been ridden this bike for one years and have Been riding both the off and on road, anyways it’s so called Himalayan and fits right rights into Himalayas Love from Bhutan 👍👍👍
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you love it! 👍👍
@BlazerLz Жыл бұрын
I pick my Himalayan up this afternoon! Should be the perfect bike for the Ecuadorian countryside.
@MrDarcy-OlMan Жыл бұрын
Fantastic! My best friend from school lives in Ecuador (Vladimir Vargas Anda, son of Frank Vargas).
@mikeath63544 жыл бұрын
Good review and nice to see some positivity. I see a fair number of negative reviews - people seem to forget this is a lot of bike for the money. Thanks for mentioning what it's like for taller riders as well. Good effort.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike! We are planning on re-visiting the new Himalayan model soon
@josephw13614 жыл бұрын
Check out 'Itchy boots' she is riding one around the world, so South of England to Scotland is no problem.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Joseph W yeah we’ve seen her vids, we only say it wouldn’t be suitable for England to Scotland because it is predominantly motorways and the Himalayan revs rather high at 70mph, she did say this herself in her review of it.
@vlag34 жыл бұрын
Only for short distance rides? Someone needs to give Itchy Boots that memo.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
It's not suited to long journeys on motorways. That's very different from riding trail routes across Africa.
@xavierathorne4 жыл бұрын
You beat me to it!
@keithpopplewell91124 жыл бұрын
It's definitely not only for short rides. I rode from Hoshiarpur in the Punjab to Kathmandu. Perfect bike for that long ride.
@smartyyone20004 жыл бұрын
She has never been in Africa yet! 🤣
@zerofoxtrot2653 жыл бұрын
@@smartyyone2000 She does know. In a Honda Africa Twin lol
@keithpopplewell91124 жыл бұрын
One other thing to add. If you check Itchy Boots, a young woman from Holland who's been riding around the world on a Himalayan. She loves it.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Keith, we did have a look 👊🏼
@KermitFrogThe4 жыл бұрын
Having ridden one nearly a year on roads only as a commuter I would say it's a nice bike to ride, comfortable relaxing, easy to ride. Achilles heal I have found is the build quality. Less than 6,000 miles have left me with a blown gasket and link from shifter to the gearbox. It's a shame as without this I could just completely enjoy the machine. It has an automatic speed limiter to stop you losing your licence on 70mph roads, it won't really do 80 comfortably, which I wanted so appreciate. I think 6th gear would be nice but that's because most of my travel is at 70mph so it would be cheaper to run and smoother. Acceleration is great on the 0 to part, runs out of pull at 30 or so and there are a number of cars with better 0 to 60.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Tony Brenton Thanks for your insight Tony! I think the opinions about its suitability for long motorway hauls are relative to what other bikes one has experienced. My Harley-Davidson cruiser sits at about 2500 rpm at 70mph, bearly tickover, so the RE is screaming at the same speed. Perfect for everything else though
@KermitFrogThe4 жыл бұрын
@@MrDarcy-OlMan I wanted something lower powered so accepted the revs would be higher, around 5,000 rpm at 70. Closest to HD I had was a Buell, lots of fun, not as easy on keeping the licence though.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Tony Brenton Haha yes!
@stoneblue17954 жыл бұрын
Great review. Here like most everyone else, because of Ms. Itchy Boots. You guys are cool. Well done, subbed!
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
JP Stone Thanks JP! We appreciate your support 👊🏼
@guit1564 жыл бұрын
"... it's not designed for long journeys like that [south of England to Scotland]" Haven't you seen Itchy Boots' channel? Her trip from India to the Netherlands, and now from Argentina to Alaska, has demonstrated to more than a few that the Himalayan is indeed an ideal bike for a long haul. Although I have had large displacement bikes of various kinds, I am increasingly inclined toward think that she is right, and I now find that smaller, lighter bikes, especially for long travel, are ideal. I love speed as much as anyone, but one must wonder why we are in such a rush to get someplace. Cheers.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
MinnJohn I’m not saying you can’t, but it wouldn’t be ideal. At 70mph its revving very high, whereas my Harley is at about 2750 rpm. Some people walk from lands end to john’o’groats but it would be easier in a Porshe
@markusbarth14 жыл бұрын
@@MrDarcy-OlMan If you want to rush over the motorway from one point to another, you are right, but this is not what I'd call a journey. On normal roads you'd go +- 60 mph and at this speed the Himalayan performes really well. My longest trip so far was around 1000 kilometers and the bike did really well.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
markus barth Great! Safe riding my friend.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Outdoors Bushman Good points! 👊🏼
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Outdoors Bushman Thanks my friend! My point about it’s suitability for riding long journeys was from a UK perspective. Our roads are overcrowded, congested, wet, and dangerous. We have virtually no trails and I completely agree that in a warmer, less congested country, longer journeys would be fine.
@chriserskine5854 жыл бұрын
Nice to hear it being called a Trial bike, when did trailie's become "adventure bikes" ,reminds me of a mis spent youth on my old xl125 blasting round the fields in the 80's. I like your reviews good to have opinions from different age groups 👍
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
I had an XL125 too! I agree, with the 'adventure' bike thing too. Make sure to subscribe for more! Lot's coming after the lockdown.
@user-yd3ge3nj3c4 жыл бұрын
Subscribed after watching the first video, the review is very honest and the accent is beautiful. Very enjoyable and pleasant to watch.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
贾小民 Thank you very much! Welcome! 💯
@simanunique914 жыл бұрын
I have had this bike from last two years.. and have ridden about 19000 Kms. There is only one major issue with this bike that is it's cone set gets play in it after every 5000 Kms and the bearings in the cone set also gets rusted quite easily during the rainy season... One just need to find a way to permanently fix these two problems, it'll be considered among the top 10 light weight adventure motorcycles in the world. It's a value for money proposition 🙂
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
simrat singh Thanks for your insight Simrat! 👍👍
@abhishekyadav25874 жыл бұрын
Great you replied to everyone
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
abhishek yadav we aim to reply to as many as possible!
@munta19673 жыл бұрын
I have just ordered a new 2021 Himalayan. Being 54yrs young, I stopped having fun on the big capacity bikes, it's time to hit Spain again on the 'B' roads for once, village hotels and meet the locals in the bar :) also i can hit the green lanes in the lake district where i live, but i am firstly buying one for the sedate fun riding and actually seeing the scenery from no motorways :D in 2 weeks time it will be more smiles per mile :) brill vid and new sub :D
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
Excellent. Perfect use for it!
@BicepsAndBikinis4 жыл бұрын
Wow guys! Best review of this bike on KZfaq!
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Biceps&Bikinis Thanks Biceps! It’s a great bike!
@johnstonstewart96834 жыл бұрын
Funny the way the Himalayan stimulates people to comment. I have one as a second bike and it makes me smile when I ride it and even when I walk past it in the garage. It's not a great bike but it is just so honest, if you get my drift.....
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
johnston stewart Yes I agree. When we were filming, people were interested. The next bike we’re testing will be a good comparison. Thanks for your support! 👊🏼
@civesromanus56304 жыл бұрын
@@MrDarcy-OlMan I wait for this. You both make very intelligent and reasonable statements. True bikers. Stay healthy in those days.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Cives Romanus Thanks bro 👊🏼
@JackiesMotoGarage4 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful place to live and explore! Thanks for such a thorough review. I am new to riding and would absolutely love to try one of these bikes! Ride safe!
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Jackie's Moto Garage Thanks Jackie! Good luck choosing the right bike. Make sure to subscribe because we’ve got some interesting bikes coming up!
@symy924 жыл бұрын
Great video, very informative, keep up the good work! You've sold me on one. Subscribed in Texas!!
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 🇬🇧🇺🇸
@shrera10374 жыл бұрын
Nice Video Buddy, I live in a country where fixing a flat tire is a pain and highways have high speed.... Through you, I would like to request RE to please put the sixth gear and tubeless tires in Himalayan and Interceptor .......
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Thanks my friend! Hopefully RE will take your comments onboard. 🤞
@0xsergy4 жыл бұрын
you know what else is a pain? dinging the rim and losing all your air pressure without a way to patch it. himi does ok at 120, 130 is ok-ish. not really a highway bike but it'll do it.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
0xsergy yes true. Good point about the highway speeds but Itchy Person fans will have a hard time understanding that 👊🏼
@adrianheath48864 жыл бұрын
I road one of these around the Himalayas this time 2 years ago. Epic fun and a great bike to ride as a beginner as i was.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Wow that’s great! Just what it’s built for
@KaneSlade4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the very recent review. Looking forward to getting my own soon.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Kane Slade That’s great! and thank you 👊🏼 We’re sure you’ll love it!
@Revtofreedom4 жыл бұрын
Simple, Direct, Honest, Personal touch review. Thank you so much. Subscribed. Cheers mate Well Done!!!!
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Roshan. Have a look through our other videos too 👍🏼
@Revtofreedom4 жыл бұрын
@@MrDarcy-OlMan Definitely I will Take care mate
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Roshan Lewis 👍🏼👍🏼
@jameswallen82714 жыл бұрын
It's the perfect Enduro / Dual Sport just gotta google the closest Dealer to me. My last one was a DR-650 Suzuki & had no close Dealerships. Honda / Yamaha Dealer is closest to us & Harley stopped making Enduros ages ago. We're in South East Morris County New Jersey USA. The $4000 price is the best part.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
James wallen Awesome! Hope you find one not too far away. 👊🏼
@jameswallen82714 жыл бұрын
Mahwah NJ is the nearest Royal dealer to us kinda far@@MrDarcy-OlMan . NJ has the most people per square mile / kilometer in the states around 8.5 million residents. Many potential customers here. Mahwah is way North NJ so don't miss out on central NJ & South NJ. West side of all regions here are least populated. Used to go to a Triumph, Suzuki, Ducati & Norton dealership all in one dealership location in West Morris County but they closed down. Hanover Powersports in East Hanover is closest to us in East Hanover NJ with Honda, Yamaha & KTMs . Get in there Royal Enfield !!!
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
James wallen Thats interesting! Thanks buddy
@dutchmaster19994 жыл бұрын
I was given one of these as a demo when my bike was in the shop. Thought it was pretty neat Well done review.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Yes it’s pretty good really. Don’t forget to subscribe if you haven’t already 👊🏼
@scootyman29744 жыл бұрын
I like the simple little things like a split link chain which you can take off easily, clean, lube and pop it back on without having to use a chain breaker and a new solid link. It doesn’t have a ton of plastic to remove to get at the head bearings and those front tank protection bars are ideal for hanging the bike up when changing the fork oil. (Garage rafter and a tie down strap). But......(it was always coming)..... I still don’t know why I hesitate when it comes to actually purchasing one. I ride a 1000cc Honda which to be fair hasn’t been overly reliable. But I do see a fair few of these second hand for sale and it makes me ask why when I’m unsure about letting a 14 year old Honda go. I would probably miss the power. Not the top speed but the low down grunt when I’m two up and loaded with luggage and need to go. I don’t have to drop a gear on my CBF but I imagine with this I would have to drop maybe two and it still wouldn’t pull as I like. I am comparing apples with oranges mind. I used to ride 6hp Vespas and I loved them. Maybe it’s a state of mind.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Scooty Man Great points bro! 💯
@splodge57144 жыл бұрын
Loved my Vespa PX 150. A fantastic scooter 60 mph all day, faster than most Harleys!
@petewebb69524 жыл бұрын
Interesting review. Great that RoyalEnfield are getting bikes back to where they’re meant to be. You only need a the big bikes for highways and taking pillions. I like the Honda CB500X which is a great value all rounder, even for the experienced rider...
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Pete Sudhana Good points Pete! 👍
@Spot_the_dog4 жыл бұрын
I plan on the cb500x also. I love the RE but highway speeds won’t cut it.
@1HourMartinizing4 жыл бұрын
@@Spot_the_dog and 24bph isn't much. That's the same as the CRF250L.
@tris74 жыл бұрын
Great review guys! Was keen on this bike anyway, now I just need to sort my licence 😬
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
tris7 Great! It’s well worth the money!
@frankpinion49373 жыл бұрын
I've owned two of these motorcycles. 2017 model (carb) and 2020 model fuel injected. The screen is superb and works very well-not too big & not too small. He really does deflect the wind when you're getting along at speed in a normal riding posture. I think the reviewer is referring to a small fly screen like the one's Dart makes, suggesting you need to bend down & lay on the tank. This is total nonsense. The factory screen works very well as is, no change required, unless you're a very tall rider. If you are then you'd likely find the seat height on the Himalayan too low at 805 mm.
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
The reviewer IS a very tall rider, hence the screen doesn’t work
@mattyb77363 жыл бұрын
@@MrDarcy-OlMan How tall? I'm 6'2" and find its good, wind just hits the top of the helmet and the bike fits me just fine. Knees fit the tank indents perfectly.
@Rick-ve5lx3 жыл бұрын
I’m 5’7” and for me the screen is terrible with wind roar and buffering. A friend who’s 6’ had the same problem. He cut his screen down to the frosted bit. I just threw mine away. Other than that the Himalayan is a good little machine.
@mattyb77363 жыл бұрын
@@Rick-ve5lx put it back on. Wait till you have ridden in the rain with it off and filled the dash plug with water....ask how I found that expensive mistake out, I find the screen fine in the upper position, but not the best in the lower hole
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
6’2” 👍🏼
@easy80774 жыл бұрын
I think what many overlook on this bike is a really simple thing that pretty much defines motorcycling... bikes are for fun, for the style or for crazy performance, the freedom, the elements or summed up - for their character and the RE Himalayan has a really strong one. No one NEEDS a bike, we just WANT them! If you look at adv bikes they're all these mantis-looking, high reving plastic chunks you need space engineers to keep running. There is barely any difference between a modern Honda, BMW, Suzuki, Ktm and such, of course they all have their specialities, but in the end they ride and look the same... and suddenly RE plops a bike with an new yet elderly character into the market, that fully represents the old styling and simple but fairly underpowered and cheap tech of the brand. It feels like all brands build on the exact same frame while RE was like "Nah, we are ACTUALLY going to do our own brand's thing when we try to reach customers we couldn't reach before" and I love it! My current bike, a Honda CMX500 Rebel, also has a unique character but now I need a bike that is even cheaper to maintain and make long travels, camping and dirt roads more comfortable and (in my opinion) doesn't looks like a weird kind of insect - BOOM! RE releases the Himalayan! Just perfect for me, can't wait to get my hands on it after multiple test rides :)
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
You've hit the nail on the head! You are exactly what this bike is built for! Go for it - it's ideal.
@tomjankowski53823 жыл бұрын
Great review.. thanks! Looking forward to a test ride soon!
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
Great and thank you 👍🏼
@jeremyethridge19342 жыл бұрын
I had forgotten about this review! I had already seen it, but watched again to refresh my memory (and like/comment for the algorithm) before watching the new (2022) review. Funny that my comment on the Classic 350 video mirrors a lot of what you said about the Himy here. I don't think it's a coincidence that so many reviews of it reach the same conclusions though. Now off to watch the new review!
@MrDarcy-OlMan2 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy. Yes there’s something very right about the Royal Enfields.
@Thebigkev074 жыл бұрын
Great video fellas! Considering purchasing one of these but wanted to hear an opinion that didn't throw on extra mayo. Keep up the videos and good luck reaching your goal!
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Thebigkev07 Thanks Big Kev! We tell it how it is. Nice bike. If it had a flat seat, it would be great!
@mikeradie7758 Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, we enjoyed your reviews 😀
@piper87c Жыл бұрын
I just discovered your channel. I really like your review, I would certainly like that bike I think. I’ve got a Road King which I love and a 1972 HondaCL350 to put around on, but this would sure be nice
@ortiz894 жыл бұрын
You guys rock, this was an awesome review video!🤘🏾
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro! Have you checked out our other reviews? 👊🏼
@davymac98664 жыл бұрын
Nice vid guys, RE are doing very well in the market atm and are putting the other manufacturer to shame with their price points
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Davy Mac Thanks! Yes they are getting things very right! Thanks for your support
@clementwilliam93954 жыл бұрын
An easy going relaxing bike not tall,enough performance on mountain,off roading well it had rounded the world from the Himalayan mountain across Soutb America, Africa,America to Alaska,Asia, Central Asia and at an affordable price where every one can ride on it.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Yes that sums it up well.
@dawesnashmusic48444 жыл бұрын
Really insightful review, thank you guys!!
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
matt nash thanks Matt! 👍
@andrewkitchenuk3 жыл бұрын
Four grand and with a centre stand as standard. Every other manufacturer take note, all chain drive road bikes should have a centre stand. 😡
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
Pretty good value 👍🏼
@kevindarkstar3 жыл бұрын
Back in the day pretty much every bike had a main stand, it was the norm
@moorshound32433 жыл бұрын
Back in the day they did.
@tombartram73843 жыл бұрын
AND an enclosed chain. Jawa/MZ rider.
@terry_robinson4 жыл бұрын
Loved the review. The UK gets so screwed on prices. That bike $4300 dollars not pounds. That is crazy.
@08prtk4 жыл бұрын
Available in 2500 dollars in india.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
The UK government likes to get their cut. Plus we are over regulated.
@julianshepherd20384 жыл бұрын
@@MrDarcy-OlMan regulations are debatable as not all mad. 20% vat or purchase tax on vehicles that can replace gas guzzling cars is crazy. Not just motorbikes but bicycles are taxed the same as twats going to Tesco in massive pointless pickup trucks. There is even vat on a bag of chips, the food of the poorest and homeless. Shitty system.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
julian shepherd yes the system is greedy and the spending by it is often extravagant and unnecessary
@08prtk4 жыл бұрын
@@MrDarcy-OlMan they tax you and spend millions of the money on refugees from other countries in aid and housing.
@wombal177jim3 жыл бұрын
Very impressed by this bike 👍 great review ATB 👍
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bud! 👊🏼👊🏼
@rugblack4 жыл бұрын
Another great review fellas, I think you may have convinced the wife and I this will be our next bike!
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Robert Blake Thats great! Will you both ride it?
@rugblack4 жыл бұрын
@@MrDarcy-OlMan it'll mainly be for her. Although I'm sure I'll be allowed a go occasionally !
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Robert Blake OK awesome 👊🏼
@Tony455HO4 жыл бұрын
Great video guys, very interesting review. Cheers
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Tony Thanks buddy! We’ve got an interesting eclectic mix of bikes coming up! Harleys too.
@jonathanmellish44393 жыл бұрын
So many folks are buying these as a second bike so RE must got it just right.
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
Yes it’s nice and simple and not too pricey
@georgiosgeorgouletis42972 жыл бұрын
Amazing bike, excellent review as usual!
@MrDarcy-OlMan2 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much. We will be reviewing the updated Himalayan again in a few weeks
@vetor19824 жыл бұрын
nice review, hugs from brazil
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Vitor San Yhanks my friend!
@mohammedirfan24874 жыл бұрын
Awesome video sir.. really like simple sentences chosen to explain the over all bike details .. much appreciated 👍
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Mohammed Irfan Thank you Mohammed! 💯
@markbright78454 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I’m 6’7” so I don’t think it would be too small for me from your images of you on it. Might add some padding to the saddle to reduce that set position. You are the only person I have seen that thought that the front brake is strong. Everyone else says it is adequate only. I like cheap and simple. You could get the whole set up including luggage for far less than anything else, and have money left to go travelling.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Mark Bright We would advise seeing if you can get a flat seat without the stepup because that is incredibly restrictive. Otherwise it’s certainly a nice simple, easy to get on with motorcycle
@leozen15074 жыл бұрын
it will arrive tomorrow I can't wait
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
LEOZEN 150 Oh wow! Excellent! You are going to be so happy! 👊🏼
@Kleemkrom4 жыл бұрын
Excellent review.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Upanishad Thank ypu! Don’t forget to subscribe; we appreciate your support 👊🏼
@constantin19594 жыл бұрын
very nice thorough review in an absolutely beautiful country environment
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Constantin 👍
@geirkristiansen52894 жыл бұрын
Nice, I wold like to have one.Ive got a M G Stelvio 1200 NTX and it is big and havy,so for going the TET, this bike is a lot more suteble. TET is the trans Europeen Trai. I like you`re video.Thanks for shering. (Geir ,from Norway)
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Geir Kristiansen Thanks for your support buddy! Yes, we don’t think heavy trail bikes are a good thing. The Himalayan isn’t too bad in that respect
@unjourpeutetretoscan87614 жыл бұрын
thanks to you two, i am a French biker 34 years that i ride a motocycle and i really like this bike i like you vidéo it is simple cool good job.....take care of yourself because of this fucking virus....Hi...
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
unjourpeutetre Toscan Thank you ! Merci! We love France! Stay safe!
@253GQ4 жыл бұрын
I have a feeling an accidental wheely isnt a problem with this bike
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
James Saxton Haha yes!
@tonyblackie32774 жыл бұрын
Many thx for honest review :) Where is the beautiful countryside with the sheep in the background? Stunning!
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Yhsnks bro! It’s filmed around the borders between Leicestershire and Rutland county, not far from Uppingham
@tonyblackie32774 жыл бұрын
Cheers, we in NZ and have some nice spots but yours compares with the best of anywhere. We really don't know how lucky we are :)
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
@@tonyblackie3277 thanks Tony!
@wokeupandsmellthecoffee2144 жыл бұрын
Good all round review well done guys. Subbed you. I would buy a Himalayan but no more room in my garage (F850GS/Ducati SSS) but deffo one for the future. Ride safe & stay safe everyone 😷
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro! Welcome on board! Lots more to come after lockdown!
@diluaash4 жыл бұрын
Super camera work
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Dilu C thanks! 😊
@AGardenShed3 жыл бұрын
That really confused me. I thought the background looked familiar. I used to walk my dog up the hill to Neville holt every day 😂😂. Great Review.
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
Yes really pretty there. Thanks bro 👊🏼
@danielc52054 жыл бұрын
When ever I see one of these, I think of Itchy Boots, what an attractive woman she is.😍
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Daniel C Yes she certainly is popular!
@moodyfan4ever4 жыл бұрын
I would buy a black one, and make the exhaustpipe ceramic black.
@DraganBakema4 жыл бұрын
Waar kun je hem ceramisch zwart laten sluiten en wat kost dat?
@moodyfan4ever4 жыл бұрын
@@DraganBakema , Tja, in NL weet ik het niet, heb het gezien hier op YT , heel de uitlaat eraf en ook dat witte beschermplaatje, ze deden al die onderdelen zandstralen , en daarna mooi ceramic zwart spuiten., geen vieze hitte plekken meer te zien.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
That would look great!
@DraganBakema4 жыл бұрын
@@moodyfan4ever ja ik heb dat dus ook op KZfaq gezien die jongen die van Seattle naar Alaska reed en onderweg zijn uitlaat ceramisch liet spuiten. Maar goed ik wil deze motor in maart gaan rijden en vroeg mij af of jij wellicht wist waar je dat in Nederland kan laten doen.
@moodyfan4ever4 жыл бұрын
@@DraganBakema , Nee hoor, ik zou het niet weten, maar wellicht weten ze dat wel waar je de motor koopt???, waar ga je de motor kopen???/.
@sv82114 жыл бұрын
Basanti
@megaady364 жыл бұрын
Put the 650 twin from the interceptor in it and I would buy one. I think that would be a winner especially at the price point RE come in at.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Yes that would be good
@wolfgangleader22174 жыл бұрын
@@MrDarcy-OlMan R&d going on for 650
@JoJo-hc4dj4 жыл бұрын
Great video really enjoyed it 👍
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Jo Jo Thanks JoJo! Much appreciated 👊🏼
@Sempi103 жыл бұрын
Excellent review. Might become English because of this.
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy 🇬🇧
@mathewjaison5123 жыл бұрын
I really like the sound of the bike..
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks yes! 👍🏼
@ericellquist70074 жыл бұрын
It looks as though the upper front fender is there to direct air downward towards the front of the cylinder... a mudflap on the lower front fender would help in keeping the water off your feet.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
That may well be the case!
@arijit2764 жыл бұрын
Actually the front fender can be the main mudflap if you intend to do offroading. In this case you remove the lower mudflap so that mud doesn't buildup between the flap and the tyre, once you are done you wash the tyre and bolt the mudflap back on for general road use.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
arijit patra IK great! I didn’t think of that 👍
@neesay934 жыл бұрын
You could do South England to Scotland, if you wish to... it's a very capable machine, sir 👍😊
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Neesay Y I know it would, but England to Scotland is just motorways and no trails, so unless you’re happy to take a few days and stop off here and there, Id say there are other bikes better suited to such a journey
@pujabelgian4 жыл бұрын
Rare to see a tall rider. My husband is 6 3, he loves his. The screen is a tad low but servicable. Pirelli MT60, as supplied, are better all round tires.. as far as not travelling fast for long distances, tell that to the cowboy that did Seattle to Alaska at 70+mph! It's an all around fun bike, and cool looking too. 😍
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Carol Bucholtz Thanks Carol !
@tdublove95583 жыл бұрын
It's a really cool looking bike looks very much capable I bought a TW200 and basically did everything I could to make it adventure worthy minus the highways and interstate travel 😂
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
excellent! yes maybe not the best highway traveller
@framusburns-hagstromiii8084 жыл бұрын
Good to know about the vibration issue at 60mph and above....most other reviewers of this bike either downplay that or don't mention it at all. As for Itchy boots..I don't think she ever pushes her bike that hard for extended periods. I find your backing sound track a bit annoying ..ditch the hipster millennial-snap beatbox and find something less distracting..just my opinion..
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Yes anyone whos a fan of Ms Itchy is a bit blinkered. It’s a great bike and what we said in the video is true. It’s not great for extended periods above 60mph bit great on farm trails or B roads. We’re limiting music to some or none, depending on the video. Check out our latest upload! No music 👊🏼
@0xsergy4 жыл бұрын
there is no vibration issue, compared to my dr650 the himalayan is smooth as sand. slight vibrations above 75 but once again nothing compared to any other bike. people who complain about the vibes need to try a 690 or a dr650, those are vibey bikes.
@matt_76173 жыл бұрын
Really good review! Thanks 👍
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy
@claretbuck18824 жыл бұрын
Awesome review chaps 👍🏻
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Very nice of you to say.
@FredWilbury4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this guys I’ve a speed twin and hate getting it covered in crap ..... I think it might be a second bike for riding in crap .... regards fred
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Wilbury Castle Hi Fred. It would make a really good second bike. Thanks for your support buddy
@ratcatcher48044 жыл бұрын
I hope they reveal the 650 in 2020 sometime.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
RatCatcher yes 💯
@georgiesgirl644 жыл бұрын
What they're doing a 650 version?
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Bikergal31 Triumph Rumour has it. Royal Enfield already have a good 650 engine.
@arjunpavithran4 жыл бұрын
They are launching Himalayan 650 in indian markets in 2021
@SidOfRivia4 жыл бұрын
arjun pavithran where did you hear that?
@civesromanus56304 жыл бұрын
I ride since 1981, did approx 750.000 km, mostly tours, including Sahara and had several bikes. After relyability for me the most important thing is weight, especially on journeys; looking back, my most beloved bike is Honda XL 600 R, which I drove 130.000 km without any damage except some rear bulbs (none of the indicators!) and, of course, the usual spare parts. For long journeys and trips, the bike should provide, this is my experience, 35-40 horse power minimum - more than 50 is not necessary - to enable a fluid style of driving; with luggage and sometimes on ascending roads it is a factor of security because it shortens the overtake. Having said that to justify my opinion, I think maybe this bike has too much weight. My first one, a Yamaha XJ 650 had 196 kg, but with 4 cylinders, 72 hp and kardan instead of a chain. My XL provided 44 hp and 142 kg, which was perfect. In Turkey, I crossed a river in a rowing boat because the bridge was broken, and some days later I manoeuvred my XL into my ground-floor-room just beside the bed (comfortable position to do some maintainance), because the room lessor recommended it to avoid theft. Nevertheless of course a really good bike I guess, but I would have given it an engine just as the new Fantic Caballero 450 has and lower the weight to under 160 kg.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Cives Romanus very good points Cives. I agree about weight; so many adventure bikes are cumbersome and very heavy.
@civesromanus56304 жыл бұрын
@@MrDarcy-OlMan Hi and greetings to GB whichI visited several times, too, on bike.Yes, modern bikes astonishingly are very heavy compared to those in the 80's or 90's. Improved technology and better materials should have led to the contrary - lighter bikes compared to same size / issue / power. It is also absolutely crazy that there is not a single bike out there which comes close to my XL 600 R on the factors power and weighth. They have a 250 cc with 23 hp (Honda, too). If you'd force me to choose - a light one with 25 hp or a heavy one with 45 hp for long journeys - I'll take the light one. This costs hours and tears during long boring distances and makes you eat dust and dirt behind lorries you can't overtake, but overall on long tours average speed is around 60 km/h or even less and not 100 or more.
@civesromanus56304 жыл бұрын
@@MrDarcy-OlMan I have to specify: The last sentence in my first post ("Nevertheless...") means the Himalayan, not my XL, which was perfect. The engine went to Japan (130.000 km with 1 piston and all other parts unchanged) for examination, and I guess, this helped developing the oncoming 650 Dominator.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Cives Romanus wow that’s impressive
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Cives Romanus what do you think of the ‘scooped’ seat on a lot of these kinds of bikes? I hate the fixed position it forces you to ride in. Totally wrong for off road rides
@rockystone18212 жыл бұрын
Hi , informative video, I’m going to ride around the coast of Great Britain in July for a month covering anywhere between 50 to 200 per day, the roads will be b and c and unclassified country lanes with the occasional A rd if I absolutely have to. This bike looks like it’ll be ideal but I’m a bit concerned that you commented that because of the front mud guard your legs would get soaked if it were raining ? I don’t mine getting wet but I’m not keen that the front mud guard would not be adequate? I’ve seen a used Himalayan from a local dealer which I am keen to get as it has panniers fitted but I’m a bit concerned about your comment ? Can you explain please. Thanks in advance Andrew
@MrDarcy-OlMan2 жыл бұрын
Have you seen our recent Himalayan Review? I think the mudguards are ok tbh and no worse than anything else.
@rockystone18212 жыл бұрын
@@MrDarcy-OlMan I’ll have a look, thanks
@kevinhughes81164 жыл бұрын
Nice review. Here in Canada though, RE is not interested in selling or servicing their products. I have tried for months (no exaggeration) to contact RE . U.S., Canada and even India Offices have not responded. Poor rep. here in Atlantic Canada. Shame.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! That’s a shame. What alternatives have you in mind?
@Fabio-kr9in4 жыл бұрын
Try Triumph similar enough.
@kevinhughes81164 жыл бұрын
@@MrDarcy-OlMan Purchased a 2016 yam xt250 ( 2000 km) for the time being. It’s deck out nicely and was a decent price.
@kevinhughes81164 жыл бұрын
The nearest dealership.....3 hours away....until they closed last year! Went with a Yamaha.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Kevin Hughes ok great
@jkenter10684 жыл бұрын
this bike is getting very popular now days
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
JK ENTER 10 yes it certainly is
@mark.e.p4 жыл бұрын
Good review, l guess a good all round bike and as you said in your comments touring on the rough stuff - Africa, India etc...
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
thanks Mark. It's a good bike for sure. We'd call it a slow-pace on/off road bike, and good for general riding and great for commuting. It's no enduro bike nor is it a long-distance bike, despite the Itch B**ts fanatics insistance that it is.
@smartyyone20004 жыл бұрын
It's just ridiculous what you say. She is traveling through the whole world and you say is not for long distance??
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
SmartY Yone I say it is not for long motorway rides as the bike will be sitting at high revs. Itchy boots is travelling using mainly trials which is something we don’t have much of in the uk, people seem to be getting the wrong end of the stick...
@keithpopplewell91124 жыл бұрын
I very much enjoyed your review and agreed with everything you had to say. I have a Himalayan in India and have ridden in the Himalayas with it and I consider it the perfect bike for that terrain. The Spitti Valley was absolutely the worst 'road' I've ever ridden, worse than Ladakh. The Himalayan managed the ride with elegance. The only thing that broke was that guard they have in India, by law, to stop women's garbs from tangling in the rear wheel. I threw it away.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Keith. I would agree with you about the trail riding suitability of the bike in the Himalayas. I wondered what the guard was for on Indian bikes I’ve seen. 👍
@keithpopplewell91124 жыл бұрын
Sorry about the late response. Didn't see your message. Anyway, the guard - I believe it to be a legal requirement here. It's on the left side of the bike. When riding pillion, Indian women almost always ride side-saddle. The guard prevents their garments from getting tangled in the rear wheel. It seems ridiculous having such a guard on an adventure bike. Can't imagine riding in the Himalayas with a female pillion riding side-saddle. 😏
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Keith Popplewell Thanks Keith! Very interesting. I doubt the guard does much to stop loose clothes getting caught but I guess it depends what the lady is wearing.
@keithpopplewell91124 жыл бұрын
Up here, in northern India, they wear what they call suits, which comprise baggy trousers, baggy smocks and long scarves. By the way, I don't live here. I'm stuck in India due to this bloody Corona crap. I keep a Himalayan and a Thunderbird here. I came to motorcycle in March and got stuck. ☹️. Should've flown home on 8th April.
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Keith Popplewell OK I see. It must be a wonderful place to ride. Stay safe!
@thealias3 жыл бұрын
Hey guys - just wanted to let you know I got myself a Himalayan, in large part thanks to this review. I'm really enjoying it although I had a bit of a bad start, the dealership provided it with a run down battery that then died on me on my 2nd road trip.....they took it back looked and said there was a bad fuse so battery was not charging at all from the engine. Despite this slightly scary start I've had it back for a few days and am riding with more confidence and really enjoying it. Kind of mad to me they want you not to go above 37.5mph during the run in period though!
@MrDarcy-OlMan3 жыл бұрын
That’s great thank you! Shame about the battery issue and the run in speed. We’re sure you’ll be up and running at full speed soon 👍🏼
@akhinlfa6994 жыл бұрын
Comparison video on Royal Enfield Classic & Benelli imperiale
@MrDarcy-OlMan4 жыл бұрын
Akhin Lfa Yes that’s a good idea. We should be reviewing the Classic soon and will do that.