I own a Ducati and a Harley and when I took one of these out for a quick test ride it was hard to give it back! Such a fun little bike, and especially for the $$$
I know what you mean, it’s a fun bike and at that sort of money you can sleep easy and not worry about depredation. I’ve got a Himi 450 And a Ducati multistrada v4s I ride the Himi more now. I never thought I would of said that 👍
@thatbikersimon Fantastic. Yeah I have a Multistrada 1200s and it's a great bike for long motorway journeys and tours etc, but the lightweight, lower capacity bikes are great to just chuck around. Keep up the excellent work with the channel sir. 👍
Great video and I like your enthusiasm! I've had my Guerrilla for 2 months now and it's a great machine, handles brilliantly and I love the way it looks (Playa Black). I've got some other bikes and this little wonder from Royal Enfield is just as much fun as my XSR 900 round the twisties. It's like you said, being only 40HP you can really give it a big handful and enjoy it, with the XSR you're constantly throttling back which can be a bit of a pain. It's probably aimed at the younger riders but we pensioners are enjoying it too!!!! 👍 Cheers, Phil (Somerset)
Thanks Phil for the comment. I like the playa black colour, That’s the one I would probably go for myself. It’s nice to have plenty of BHP but it’s also nice to have a bike you can truly ride. It’s not always about speed it’s about fun and this bike does that. I like the XSR 900 to. It sounds like you’ve got a nice mix of bikes, and the RE at that price it won’t break the bank. Enjoy 👍🏍️💨💨💨💨💨
The Royal Enfield bikes are in my opinion one of the best buys out there at the moment . You get a lot of bike for so little cash. Great stream Simon thanks 👍👍👍
I think this is the first video on this bike where someone is actually ragging it, as you would in real life. So many bloggers seem to treat the bikes a bit precious. I guess they have to be a bit careful if they hope to be lent other bikes in the future. Good video.
Carol's verdict is that she loves that colour. She can flat foot it at 5ft 7. Fabulous bike for the money Nice to hear a report from the pillion seat. Great video, hope the chips were good
Thanks Richard, it’s a easy bike to ride for sure, it’s going to appeal to shorter riders, even Amy can get her her feet down, so we might end up with one ourselves at some point. The chip were to nice 😂👍
Hi Simon, and Amy B we went for a ride today. My mates on a royal Enfield 650 with a side car and I was on my Can-am Ryker 900 and I was surprised today to see a few Himalayan 450s at Canungra which is a small country town south of Brisbane they look just fantastic if I had two legs I would be buying one without a doubt anyway keep up the good work guys , Amy B is looking fantastic on the bike again as usual , Cliff from Logan City, Queensland, Australia 🇦🇺 I’m on the big island 🏝️
Thanks Cliff, sounds like you’ve been having some fun yourself and I’m Sure is nice and sunny for you guys. I’m going to be taking a looks at some Can-ams at the bike show this November. 👍
I rode one last week vs BSA gold star....found it so much more refined performance and handling than the BSA...The 450 a joy....I'd probably lean towards the Himi 450 more because it fits me better wmy 34'' legs...great ride Simon
That’s great to hear, yes it’s always worth testing a few bikes to see what suits you best. The Himalayan 450 is definitely a better bike for the taller rider and it’s also got the adjustable seat height.
Can’t put a modern water cooled engine in a vintage style bike it would be like the mona lisa wearing a baseball cap ! Classic 650 on sale next spring !
Love that Purple Ribbon, and the blue / white one... look great. Wish i'd had a go on one now, but at 6ft 3 suspect i'd be a bit big? Anyway - just got my Himalayan 450 (black) last week, test rode it (and the shotgun) after watching your India trip videos and it really is a brilliant bike. Royal Enfield convert!....Thank you for your videos!
Thanks for the comment and I do think your taller size would suit the Himalayan for sure. I still need to test ride the shotgun (probably coming soon) but enjoy the Himi 450 it perfectly for some winter rides. 👌
@@thatbikersimon Yep, all year round bike that one, definitely one of the attractions. Would love to see your take on on the shotgun when you ride it. Engine is beautiful, as is the general fit and finish, but feared it would be one clean and admire more than ride... plus there is just something about that 450...
I'll be looking at this when I go to India early next year. There the price is 2650£ on the road with the first year of insurance included. For that price it's hard to look past that bike when considering the vast support network for RE in India. The engine got great reviews in the Himalayan but I don't really want that type of bike. With a helmet and a dark visor, I as a vey white Viking or Norseman if you will, can be pretty much incognito. That can be nice sometimes since having blue eyes can gather a crowd quite quickly I have found out... God bless and lots of love from Norway.
although the concept seems to be totally different, the appearance of the guerilla, especially in yellow outfit, reminds me a little bit of indias one cylinder answer to the ducati scrambler ikon. i can´t help it. :D :D
It’s interesting because when I first looked at the playa Black Guerilla that reminded me of the Mars bar 80s Yamaha RD, it’s a fun bike one that You can have to some fun on, and like the Himi 450 very well built 👍
Reasons to buy 1) cheap 2) very good built quality (not par with the Japanese still pretty good) 3) spare parts are cheaper 4) very good performance 5) comfort 6) paint quality 👍 Reasons to avoid 1) vibrations too much vibrations 2) no traction control 3) shitty mirrors it will fly away in the wind 4) don't listen to the fan boys Do test drive and check for a lot of TH-cam videos for the negatives
It does feel like a small bike with the 780mm seat height for sure. It’s wasn’t a issue for me at 5ft 9. At 6ft you’d need a taller seat. If you get the opportunity to ride one let me know how you get on, I would be interested to find out. Thanks 👍
Seems like a good machine, but what is wrong with Royal Enfield why can't they centralise or balance their speedo or dials they always seem lopsided how hard would it be, it would make it look so much better surrly????
Hy Mate RE rules.............again. Exited to see the new 850 Adv. The end of BMW and KTM is near! By the way. What do u think about "Gina"? I give u acess to my privat section. How is ur opinion for that Vid?
It's not gorilla like monkeys, it's guerrilla like fighters or guerrilla warfare 😂 most of their models are associated with guns or fighting like bullet, shotgun, hunter etc.
Royal Enfield is an Indian motorcycle manufacturer that is the oldest global motorcycle brand in continuous production. The company was founded in 1955 as Enfield Motors, but its origins date back to 1901 when The Enfield Cycle Company Limited was established in England: I'm glad the relationship is still strong. . .
I own a Ducati and a Harley and when I took one of these out for a quick test ride it was hard to give it back! Such a fun little bike, and especially for the $$$
I know what you mean, it’s a fun bike and at that sort of money you can sleep easy and not worry about depredation. I’ve got a Himi 450
And a Ducati multistrada v4s I ride the Himi more now. I never thought I would of said that 👍
@thatbikersimon Fantastic. Yeah I have a Multistrada 1200s and it's a great bike for long motorway journeys and tours etc, but the lightweight, lower capacity bikes are great to just chuck around. Keep up the excellent work with the channel sir. 👍
Love the colour options! That blue/white is my favourite 😍
Me too!
It’s nice 👌
Great video and I like your enthusiasm! I've had my Guerrilla for 2 months now and it's a great machine, handles brilliantly and I love the way it looks (Playa Black). I've got some other bikes and this little wonder from Royal Enfield is just as much fun as my XSR 900 round the twisties. It's like you said, being only 40HP you can really give it a big handful and enjoy it, with the XSR you're constantly throttling back which can be a bit of a pain. It's probably aimed at the younger riders but we pensioners are enjoying it too!!!! 👍 Cheers, Phil (Somerset)
Thanks Phil for the comment. I like the playa black colour, That’s the one I would probably go for myself. It’s nice to have plenty of BHP but it’s also nice to have a bike you can truly ride. It’s not always about speed it’s about fun and this bike does that. I like the XSR 900 to. It sounds like you’ve got a nice mix of bikes, and the RE at that price it won’t break the bank. Enjoy 👍🏍️💨💨💨💨💨
@@thatbikersimon Cheers Simon 👍
I do like the look of this bike, especially in the colour you went out on - love the dash of purple! Thank you for another great review!
Glad you like it! Great bike for the money 🏍️💨💨💨💨
The Royal Enfield bikes are in my opinion one of the best buys out there at the moment . You get a lot of bike for so little cash. Great stream Simon thanks 👍👍👍
Totally agree.! They offer value for money and it keeps the biker market going forward. Fantastic bikes and great fun.
I think this is the first video on this bike where someone is actually ragging it, as you would in real life. So many bloggers seem to treat the bikes a bit precious. I guess they have to be a bit careful if they hope to be lent other bikes in the future. Good video.
Thanks 👍 I try to show the bikes in reallife situations.
I brought my Brava Blue - Guerrila 450 from Smalley Cross. Great bike! Great review. Thanks
Yes Dave 👍, I like the colour now I’ve seen it in the flesh.
Great review Simon. I've yet to ride one but i will soon. See you in Goa in Feb 25. Alex
Thanks Alex looking forward to it 👍🏍️💨💨💨
Enjoyed this, thanks!
Thanks, some videos are more fun to make than others and this was one of those videos. Great little bike.
Carol's verdict is that she loves that colour. She can flat foot it at 5ft 7.
Fabulous bike for the money
Nice to hear a report from the pillion seat.
Great video, hope the chips were good
Thanks Richard, it’s a easy bike to ride for sure, it’s going to appeal to shorter riders, even Amy can get her her feet down, so we might end up with one ourselves at some point. The chip were to nice 😂👍
Hi Simon, and Amy B we went for a ride today. My mates on a royal Enfield 650 with a side car and I was on my Can-am Ryker 900 and I was surprised today to see a few Himalayan 450s at Canungra which is a small country town south of Brisbane they look just fantastic if I had two legs I would be buying one without a doubt anyway keep up the good work guys , Amy B is looking fantastic on the bike again as usual , Cliff from Logan City, Queensland, Australia 🇦🇺 I’m on the big island 🏝️
Thanks Cliff, sounds like you’ve been having some fun yourself and I’m
Sure is nice and sunny for you guys. I’m going to be taking a looks at some Can-ams at the bike show this November. 👍
Thanks great review get my one next week down here in new Zealand got the blue one cool looking bike
Cheers 👍🏻 🍻
Good choice! There get fun. The blue seems to be the most popular choice so far 👍 enjoy
Looking forward to seeing you ride the Interceptor Bear 650
Me to can’t wait 👍🏍️💨💨💨💨
@thatbikersimon And in a slightly distant future the Interceptor 750 😁
@ there’s a few options I’m sure, at the minute Royal Enfield are storming ahead with the range of bikes
@@thatbikersimon I believe making up for the last half a century.
I rode one last week vs BSA gold star....found it so much more refined performance and handling than the BSA...The 450 a joy....I'd probably lean towards the Himi 450 more because it fits me better wmy 34'' legs...great ride Simon
That’s great to hear, yes it’s always worth testing a few bikes to see what suits you best. The Himalayan 450 is definitely a better bike for the taller rider and it’s also got the adjustable seat height.
Love the Gold💛
All these bikes have to be seen in the flesh, I don’t think the camera justifies how nice the paint work is. 👍
I wish they had used this engine in the new classic with the extra power and also still being a single
The amount of bikes there bringing out it wouldn’t surprise me if they did
Can’t put a modern water cooled engine in a vintage style bike it would be like the mona lisa wearing a baseball cap ! Classic 650 on sale next spring !
@ triumph seem to manage it
Love that Purple Ribbon, and the blue / white one... look great. Wish i'd had a go on one now, but at 6ft 3 suspect i'd be a bit big? Anyway - just got my Himalayan 450 (black) last week, test rode it (and the shotgun) after watching your India trip videos and it really is a brilliant bike. Royal Enfield convert!....Thank you for your videos!
Thanks for the comment and I do think your taller size would suit the Himalayan for sure. I still need to test ride the shotgun (probably coming soon) but enjoy the Himi 450 it perfectly for some winter rides. 👌
@@thatbikersimon Yep, all year round bike that one, definitely one of the attractions. Would love to see your take on on the shotgun when you ride it. Engine is beautiful, as is the general fit and finish, but feared it would be one clean and admire more than ride... plus there is just something about that 450...
I'll be looking at this when I go to India early next year. There the price is 2650£ on the road with the first year of insurance included. For that price it's hard to look past that bike when considering the vast support network for RE in India. The engine got great reviews in the Himalayan but I don't really want that type of bike. With a helmet and a dark visor, I as a vey white Viking or Norseman if you will, can be pretty much incognito. That can be nice sometimes since having blue eyes can gather a crowd quite quickly I have found out...
God bless and lots of love from Norway.
The prices are unbelievable in India. There’s as many Royal Enfield dealerships there as there is McDonald’s in the UK 👍 enjoy your ride
Why is the front fork so upright that cramps the wheelbase and also tends it to flip forward when suddenly stopped at a higher speed?
This is the first RE bike I actually like the looks of.
It’s certainly different to the rest of there fleet 👍
If they put triumph style twin clocks it would be so much more handsome. Great review though
Yes I guess so, but they tend to stick with what I’ve got other other bikes. Thanks 👍
although the concept seems to be totally different, the appearance of the guerilla, especially in yellow outfit, reminds me a little bit of indias one cylinder answer to the ducati scrambler ikon. i can´t help it. :D :D
It’s interesting because when I first looked at the playa Black Guerilla that reminded me of the Mars bar 80s Yamaha RD, it’s a fun bike one that
You can have to some fun on, and like the Himi 450 very well built 👍
@@thatbikersimon yes - you´re right - that looks very similar.
Did you find it jerky/snatchie throttle? I’ve heard it can be.
No not at all, it’s smooth 👍🏍️💨💨💨
I need a test ride.
You should it’s fun. It’s nice to actually ride a bike that I can pin the throttle occasionally 🏍️💨💨💨💨👍
Reasons to buy
1) cheap
2) very good built quality (not par with the Japanese still pretty good)
3) spare parts are cheaper
4) very good performance
5) comfort
6) paint quality 👍
Reasons to avoid
1) vibrations too much vibrations
2) no traction control
3) shitty mirrors it will fly away in the wind
4) don't listen to the fan boys
Do test drive and check for a lot of TH-cam videos for the negatives
Yes I agree people need to try for themselves for sure, this bike has got traction control.
@thatbikersimon no sir it doesn't have a traction control system..
@@Honey_Man007apologies I thought I was answering a question on the Voge bike, I just shot a video on. Yes sorry it doesn’t have traction control 👍
@@thatbikersimon no worries 😀
Debating between this and the bear but like lighter, better gas mileage
The Guerrilla is light and turns quickly, feels like a smaller bike.
what about the size of the bike? Many of my pals told me its too small for you, im 6 ft tall
It does feel like a small bike with the 780mm seat height for sure. It’s wasn’t a issue for me at 5ft 9. At 6ft you’d need a taller seat. If you get the opportunity to ride one let me know how you get on, I would be interested to find out. Thanks 👍
Seems like a good machine, but what is wrong with Royal Enfield why can't they centralise or balance their speedo or dials they always seem lopsided how hard would it be, it would make it look so much better surrly????
I guess there just trying to be a bit different. To be fair when you ride it you don’t really notice it, same as the fuel filler cap
Hy Mate
RE rules.............again.
Exited to see the new 850 Adv. The end of BMW and KTM is near!
By the way. What do u think about "Gina"? I give u acess to my privat section. How is ur opinion for that Vid?
It's not gorilla like monkeys, it's guerrilla like fighters or guerrilla warfare 😂 most of their models are associated with guns or fighting like bullet, shotgun, hunter etc.
😂 sounds the same though 🦍
@@thatbikersimon True 😂
At work we have a black guy called Goriolla. New Indian woman PM with bad accent called him in the last meeting gorilla 😂
The Big Hairy Thing? Keep it in yer trousers mate. We want to hear about the bike 😂😂
You’ve obviously heard the mumours 🦍😂
@@thatbikersimon The rumours are rampant. Nice channel. Keep up the good work.
@ thanks Joe, it’s only going to get better 👍 appreciate the support
450 is too small to have 2 up. Need at least a 600.
I guess it depends on what weight is on the bike, but we had no problems, I didn’t feel like I needed more power
Stonking bike, but a bit small for me
It’s a small bike for sure, I was on my limit I think, hight wise.
not a great bike to review two up, would be much better solo with the small engine
Maybe so much so many people review bikes solo and this bien does have a pillion seat and rear pegs.
A big hairy thing with long arms 😂
😂
Royal Enfield is an Indian motorcycle manufacturer that is the oldest global motorcycle brand in continuous production. The company was founded in 1955 as Enfield Motors, but its origins date back to 1901 when The Enfield Cycle Company Limited was established in England:
I'm glad the relationship is still strong. . .
Great review Simon. I've yet to ride one but i will soon. See you in Goa in Feb 25. Alex
Can't wait! Thanks Alex 👍🏍️💨💨💨