I've had mine since August this year, brand new 2023 Himalayan, and I love it. I did my tappet adjustment myself, since I know the dealer will likely not do it for the 300 mile break-in because Royal Enfield no longer recommends it; it was very much needed and runs great now. I commute to work and regularly ride 70 mph on the State Hwy. Starts right up and runs smoothly. I've only off-roaded on gravel, grass and a little dirt, but I look forward to doing much more soon. I love it!
Thanks for watching my friend. I love hearing that. To be honest they only seem to be a controversial bike for those who truly have not tested when I purchased one. Us owners seem to love them. I want to start doing my own maintenance moving forward as well because I'm doing some long distance off-roading trips. ➡️ Did you find the adjustment pretty straightforward in simple to do or did you have to fight with it the first time?
@@MotoOffroadAdventures learning curve, but it was straight forward. I just watched a lot of videos to prepare myself. My problem was that I couldn't find my 1/4" drive 8mm socket, so it took me a while until I finally found it; that was time I didn't expect to lose. I was surprised at how "off" the gap was. Before I adjusted them, if I tried to take off too fast in first, I could hear the sound of blow-by from the engine, but after adjustment it's solid. I did turn the engine again and check the gaps as suggested, and it's smart to do that. I had to adjust it a little again. Now... my Givi engine guard did make taking off the bolt cover difficult, but I managed. It took several times of turning the engine before I felt comfortable that I was stopping on tdc. It is tedious, but that's why I feel better about doing it myself. The owner of a motorcycle cares much more for the bike than anyone. The oil change was simple enough.
Be careful if you set the valves too tight, as some people wants the engine to be quiet. That is when at high temps the valve (exhaust) hits the piston. There are colombians and indians videos about this, the engine is noisy it is supposed to be noisy.
Glad to hear it went ok. Sounds like the first couple times could be tricky. Funny you mentioned the Givi bars. I will be adding them to my bike soon. So I will get to see how that affects it also. I like the idea of getting to know my bike better. Thanks for getting back to me.
I appreciate that input 👍. I have talked to a few people that were not happy with self adjustments at home because it did not make the bike quiet. This makes more sense now. I will keep that in mind the first time I do mine. Feel free to send any other tips my way 😄.
Great review, It's on of those bikes to just buy and have and use, it does what it does well and does it cheaply. I've been around the UK and Spain on mine, mainly backroads and it hasn't missed a beat. Load er up, ride all day, only one gas fill per day.
Well said Richard, I completely agree. It is really great at what it is designed for. I find it very easy to ride, great off-roadimg and reliable. I could not imagine not riding one. Thanks for watching and have a great night - Jon ,
Glad to hear you're enjoying your Himalayan! I absolutely love mine as you can tell by the video. I am doing my best to put it through every test possible, some on purpose other not.😂 Seriously though, thanks for watching! I'm always looking for new ways to make my videos more entertaining. I am glad to have you along for the adventure. I have had some crazy fun videos up already. Have a great night - Jon
A fine review of the Himalayan. I have a 2022 Pine Green model and while I've not ridden in as many diverse landscapes as you have my experience with the bike is similar to yours. It is easy to ride and so far reliable. I am nearing 3000 miles on mine. For a time last winter I was feeling a bit uncomfortable off road with it. Took me awhile to factor in the snow and ice I was riding on as a contributing factor. When the weather warmed and the dirt and gravel were bare it was fun again. But at age 70 I probably should quit the snow stuff. But instead I added a Honda Trail 125 and ventured forth in all sorts of stuff I would not attempt with the Himalayan. And the Interstate worries -- I have none. As you say it will cruise all day at 75. I usually find a UPS or FedEx truck to tuck behind. Those carriers follow the speed limits and here in PA it's 70 MPH or less. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
Glad you enjoyed the video. I think you and I definitely have the same feelings for the Himalayan for sure. I give you props for the winter snow rides. I grew up in Minnesota and don't know that I would do it. However I don't have to make that choice in South Carolina now. I think the Trail 125 was a great addition for those winter and off days, absolutely. I also enjoy your channel, my friend. Have a great night .
agree!!!! the bike is a boss!!! so much fun for such little cost! bring realistic expectations and have adventures of your life! love my 2023 Himmy!!!! nice work sir. 🎉
Well said the Himmy is an awesome bike for the money. Like yourself, I am having an absolute blast on my Himmy. So MUCH FUN! One day down the line we will get a picture of our bikes together. Have a great weekend.
Have you checked to see if the purge line is kinked for the fuel pump failures? That's what they found on mine and replaced the fuel pump a second time. My dealership mechanic has seen this problem before.
I have not done that John. I am excited just reading your comment. I am about to get my next service and I will bring that up for sure. Fingers crossed 🤞. Thanks for checking with me. Have a great night - Jon
Have not ridden the RE. First saw the RE on TH-cam, ItchyBoots. My algorithm has flooded my iPad with RE videos…so, watching them has peaked my interest. I ride a Harley Road King and I am confined to the pavement. Getting to gravel/dirt roads seems like it would be fun. Thanks for the big mile review….from east Tennessee.
You are welcome my friend. I absolutely love the area you live in. Both myself and my wife love Tennessee, East and West side. Yes I think that ItchyBoots gave this bike its biggest fame sir sure. It is a really great bike and one heck of a value price. I got into adventure riding just over a year ago and got a little addicted and hit it hard. I will confirm it is a blast. My riding buddy was a life long Harley and chopper rider. He has really enjoyed the adventure riding side also. Great bike by the way those Road Kings are beautiful. Is the Road King your favorite bike so far?
I purchased a 2022 new Himalayan, but with my work out of state, I've put less than 500 miles on it. I retire in one year and am taking a full year doing as many BDRs, TAT, and CDT.
That's awesome! The Himalayan will treat you well for sure. It is a great bike for those routes. I'm sure you'll have an incredible adventure. You will have the adventure of a lifetime my friend. I am also trying to get out to do the CDT. Looks like a great route.
I have a 2019 and I am going to put a carb conversion on it.This reduces head temperature by about 30 degrees fahrenheit. And yes it will be much more reliable in the long run.
I think that could be a great idea. 30 degrees is a lot. I had looked into that a little bit but haven't done anything with it. Is there a particular conversion kit you have looked at?
Absolutely Paul...You kind of nailed it. That is the conversation in next week's video. I have put my tires through way more then they are rated for and they have come out like a champ every time. But I will talk about that next week as I am looking to schedule my Northeast BDR.
@@MotoOffroadAdventures what do you think of shinko 705? I know is more road oriented like the ceats but still it would suit my needs I guess, of course a 50/50 would be very interested to try but I guess it won’t last long. Also it might be possible to get tubless rims on this bike (like the 452) Thanks!
I have definitely been considering the shinko 705 or at least a combination with a different shinko in front. I do think they are a good tire. I am trying to make my final decision soon. I have a few off the way tire thoughts also.
Hey there! Thanks for checking out the channel. To be honest, I haven't modified the gearing. The Himalayan can definitely hit 75 mph, a small hill on the interstate helps 😂 but it's not the most comfortable or fuel-efficient speed. usually keep it around 60-65 mph for long rides.
![[UNCUT] เก็บ "สจ.โต้ง" เอี่ยวมาเฟีย รู้ตัวคนบงการ ก่อนสั่งลั่นไก I คนดังนั่งเคลียร์ I 13 ธ.ค.67](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/o-J_p62D40w/mqdefault.jpg)
I've had mine since August this year, brand new 2023 Himalayan, and I love it. I did my tappet adjustment myself, since I know the dealer will likely not do it for the 300 mile break-in because Royal Enfield no longer recommends it; it was very much needed and runs great now. I commute to work and regularly ride 70 mph on the State Hwy. Starts right up and runs smoothly. I've only off-roaded on gravel, grass and a little dirt, but I look forward to doing much more soon. I love it!
Thanks for watching my friend. I love hearing that. To be honest they only seem to be a controversial bike for those who truly have not tested when I purchased one.
Us owners seem to love them. I want to start doing my own maintenance moving forward as well because I'm doing some long distance off-roading trips.
➡️ Did you find the adjustment pretty straightforward in simple to do or did you have to fight with it the first time?
@@MotoOffroadAdventures learning curve, but it was straight forward. I just watched a lot of videos to prepare myself. My problem was that I couldn't find my 1/4" drive 8mm socket, so it took me a while until I finally found it; that was time I didn't expect to lose. I was surprised at how "off" the gap was. Before I adjusted them, if I tried to take off too fast in first, I could hear the sound of blow-by from the engine, but after adjustment it's solid.
I did turn the engine again and check the gaps as suggested, and it's smart to do that. I had to adjust it a little again. Now... my Givi engine guard did make taking off the bolt cover difficult, but I managed. It took several times of turning the engine before I felt comfortable that I was stopping on tdc. It is tedious, but that's why I feel better about doing it myself. The owner of a motorcycle cares much more for the bike than anyone. The oil change was simple enough.
Be careful if you set the valves too tight, as some people wants the engine to be quiet. That is when at high temps the valve (exhaust) hits the piston. There are colombians and indians videos about this, the engine is noisy it is supposed to be noisy.
Glad to hear it went ok. Sounds like the first couple times could be tricky. Funny you mentioned the Givi bars. I will be adding them to my bike soon. So I will get to see how that affects it also.
I like the idea of getting to know my bike better. Thanks for getting back to me.
I appreciate that input 👍. I have talked to a few people that were not happy with self adjustments at home because it did not make the bike quiet. This makes more sense now.
I will keep that in mind the first time I do mine. Feel free to send any other tips my way 😄.
Great review, It's on of those bikes to just buy and have and use, it does what it does well and does it cheaply. I've been around the UK and Spain on mine, mainly backroads and it hasn't missed a beat. Load er up, ride all day, only one gas fill per day.
Well said Richard, I completely agree. It is really great at what it is designed for. I find it very easy to ride, great off-roadimg and reliable.
I could not imagine not riding one.
Thanks for watching and have a great night - Jon ,
Just got mine a couple months ago. I really enjoyed your 10k review. Will be watching more of your videos in the future.
Glad to hear you're enjoying your Himalayan! I absolutely love mine as you can tell by the video.
I am doing my best to put it through every test possible, some on purpose other not.😂
Seriously though, thanks for watching! I'm always looking for new ways to make my videos more entertaining.
I am glad to have you along for the adventure. I have had some crazy fun videos up already.
Have a great night - Jon
A fine review of the Himalayan. I have a 2022 Pine Green model and while I've not ridden in as many diverse landscapes as you have my experience with the bike is similar to yours. It is easy to ride and so far reliable. I am nearing 3000 miles on mine.
For a time last winter I was feeling a bit uncomfortable off road with it. Took me awhile to factor in the snow and ice I was riding on as a contributing factor. When the weather warmed and the dirt and gravel were bare it was fun again. But at age 70 I probably should quit the snow stuff. But instead I added a Honda Trail 125 and ventured forth in all sorts of stuff I would not attempt with the Himalayan.
And the Interstate worries -- I have none. As you say it will cruise all day at 75. I usually find a UPS or FedEx truck to tuck behind. Those carriers follow the speed limits and here in PA it's 70 MPH or less.
Thanks for sharing your experiences.
Glad you enjoyed the video. I think you and I definitely have the same feelings for the Himalayan for sure.
I give you props for the winter snow rides. I grew up in Minnesota and don't know that I would do it. However I don't have to make that choice in South Carolina now.
I think the Trail 125 was a great addition for those winter and off days, absolutely. I also enjoy your channel, my friend. Have a great night .
agree!!!! the bike is a boss!!! so much fun for such little cost! bring realistic expectations and have adventures of your life! love my 2023 Himmy!!!! nice work sir. 🎉
Well said the Himmy is an awesome bike for the money. Like yourself, I am having an absolute blast on my Himmy. So MUCH FUN!
One day down the line we will get a picture of our bikes together.
Have a great weekend.
Have you checked to see if the purge line is kinked for the fuel pump failures? That's what they found on mine and replaced the fuel pump a second time. My dealership mechanic has seen this problem before.
I have not done that John. I am excited just reading your comment. I am about to get my next service and I will bring that up for sure. Fingers crossed 🤞.
Thanks for checking with me. Have a great night - Jon
Have not ridden the RE. First saw the RE on TH-cam, ItchyBoots. My algorithm has flooded my iPad with RE videos…so, watching them has peaked my interest. I ride a Harley Road King and I am confined to the pavement. Getting to gravel/dirt roads seems like it would be fun. Thanks for the big mile review….from east Tennessee.
You are welcome my friend. I absolutely love the area you live in. Both myself and my wife love Tennessee, East and West side.
Yes I think that ItchyBoots gave this bike its biggest fame sir sure. It is a really great bike and one heck of a value price.
I got into adventure riding just over a year ago and got a little addicted and hit it hard. I will confirm it is a blast.
My riding buddy was a life long Harley and chopper rider. He has really enjoyed the adventure riding side also.
Great bike by the way those Road Kings are beautiful.
Is the Road King your favorite bike so far?
I purchased a 2022 new Himalayan, but with my work out of state, I've put less than 500 miles on it. I retire in one year and am taking a full year doing as many BDRs, TAT, and CDT.
That's awesome! The Himalayan will treat you well for sure. It is a great bike for those routes. I'm sure you'll have an incredible adventure.
You will have the adventure of a lifetime my friend. I am also trying to get out to do the CDT. Looks like a great route.
I have a 2019 and I am going to put a carb conversion on it.This reduces head temperature by about 30 degrees fahrenheit. And yes it will be much more reliable in the long run.
I think that could be a great idea. 30 degrees is a lot. I had looked into that a little bit but haven't done anything with it.
Is there a particular conversion kit you have looked at?
Good video, but your audio is coming out the left side
Thanks for watching, I am glad you enjoyed it.
I will need to look into that for sure. You are only hearing the left channel audio?
@@MotoOffroadAdventures Yes. There is no audio on the right side. Try listening to it on something other than a phone.
Will do. Thanks again
Any thought on changing to more aggressive tires? Seems like you've done a lot with more on road oriented tires.
Absolutely Paul...You kind of nailed it. That is the conversation in next week's video.
I have put my tires through way more then they are rated for and they have come out like a champ every time.
But I will talk about that next week as I am looking to schedule my Northeast BDR.
@@MotoOffroadAdventures what do you think of shinko 705? I know is more road oriented like the ceats but still it would suit my needs I guess, of course a 50/50 would be very interested to try but I guess it won’t last long. Also it might be possible to get tubless rims on this bike (like the 452) Thanks!
I have definitely been considering the shinko 705 or at least a combination with a different shinko in front. I do think they are a good tire. I am trying to make my final decision soon.
I have a few off the way tire thoughts also.
How on the heck did you run 75? Do you have different gearing? New to the channel… gps 65 is screaming lol
Hey there! Thanks for checking out the channel. To be honest, I haven't modified the gearing. The Himalayan can definitely hit 75 mph, a small hill on the interstate helps 😂 but it's not the most comfortable or fuel-efficient speed. usually keep it around 60-65 mph for long rides.