Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 full review - adventure tested in the Himalayas

On a bucket list adv adventure I put the all new 2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan through its paces. With over 1800kms in the saddle this video shares my real life experience living with the Himalayan 450. I’ll talk about it’s 452cc single-cylinder, petrol engine, how it handle on the throttle and even at ultra-high altitude in the Himalayas. I will do a full run through of how the bike actually feels to ride, not just the specs, but how the suspension handles hard hits of adv terrain, the practicality of strapping on luggage and the comfort of the seat.
If you’ve seen my other reviews, you’ll know that I am brutally honest and all opinions come from real life experiences on a proper adventure. You can watch the full Himalayan adventure series here: • Himalayas adv adventur...
I also rode the former Himalayan, you can see that experience here: • Royal Enfield Himalaya...
If you’re ridden the new Himalayan, let me know what you think in the comments and please shout with any questions.
Here are some specs for the 2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan:
• Engine: 452cc single-cylinder, petrol, 40Nm (29lb ft) @ 5,500rpm
• Transmission: Six-speed manual
• Kerb weight: 196kg (90 per cent fuel, ready to ride)
• Front suspension: 43mm Showa SFF inverted fork; 7.9 in. travel
• Rear suspension: Showa monoshock, preload adjustable; 7.9 in. travel
• Front brake: ByBre 2-piston caliper, 320mm disc w/ switchable ABS
• Fuel tank: 17L
• Seat height: 825mm
• Ground clearance: 230mm
• Wheels: 21” front wheel / 17” rear wheel
• Dashboard: TripperDash full colour TFT dashboard display using Google Maps
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[@stuartrobson5265]

Thanks for an awesome review...its interesting because everyone I've spoken to about this bike gave 100% positive feedback..looks like you certainly put it though its paces...Thanks again. Your a star 🌟

[@marbulle]

Merci Vanessa pour ce retour, je possède cette même moto mais avec des jantes tubeless depuis 1500kms je n'ai fait que de la route car j'attends le sabot rallye et les protections basses pour l'emmener dans des chemins j'ai monté des protèges mains. J'ai également commandé le siège touring pour améliorer le confort. Avant de me décider pour l'Himalayan 450 j'ai aussi testé une CF Moto 450mt qui ne m'a pas convenue. Encore merci pour le partage à bientôt et grand ✌️de la Haute Savoie en France

[@virajvrooms]

It's CEAT. Has its orgins in Italy and shares a history with Pirelli and Yokohoma. But then like most Indian manufacturers, they have emerged as an independent brand through indigenous R&D.

[@andyg5004]

Glad you enjoyed your trip and the Royal Enfield.

[@JagLite]

Nice review. I liked the original Himi and it sounds like the new 450 is even better by a large margin. I like the RE design being a Go-Anywhere traveler bike. Like the original it is NOT a dual sport, it is not designed to compete with all the other dual sport bikes. It is a bike to throw your gear on and head off to someplace new. Ridden at a speed that doesn't beat the bike and rider up because you don't want to break your bike or your body when you are a long way from help. As it comes from the dealer it looks to be better equipped than most other bikes to just strap on your gear and head off to unknown destinations.

[@robbcollins3727]

Love your review! thank you! I am currently riding an Africa Twin, thinking of downsizing…
seems as if this might be a GREAT alternative… What do you think?

[@grandblumea]

Great review Miss Ruck. Thank you so much 🥰 🙏

[@ADVBrett]

Loving this, rather keen to throw a leg over the Enfield Himalayan 450 and give it a run.

[@traveltofindme2147]

It’s Def a bike I will put into consideration after this review!

[@mikeskidmore6754]

Royal Enfield out on a Demo Ride for youtubers in USA in the Tennessee area on the Blue Ridge Parkway. One week later the rains from the Hurricane washed much of that road out.

[@gregorybauer-vb3so]

Beautiful scenery.
I like to see 2 bikes chasing each other. Just random

[@manjilhaque9270]

Overall its a great bike. But I don't like the fact they added so many electronics in the bike. I wished they kept it simple like the old himalayan. My main concern is the ride by wire. I don't want to get stuck in the middle of nowhere because the local mechanic can't fix my blown sensor. But other than that great bike and great review Vanessa ❤

[@packfan1946]

Nice bike review Vanessa. I really like that bike, but since I'm a typical guy, small bikes seem a bit less macho than the bigger bikes. I prefer the midsize bikes in 700-900cc range, and I like having heated seats and grips because I live in North central USA that has real winters with rather cool springs and falls. Being a bit older also, I really like the DCT on the Honda AT, but I really like the Aprilia Toureg with cruise control and a quick shifter from a dealer that less than a half mile from my house. My current KTM 890 ADV has had some technological issues that required some high expenditure of funds to correct. I want a low maintenance, with a long service interval bike, and I don't know if something like that exists yet.

[@timsatchell6713]

Very nice review.
I guess you like it Vanessa. 😅

[@deltatom2459]

I do like your Resümee of this bike , you did point out a lot of the important informations only an experianced rider finds out while realy using the bike also at extreme challanging situations ... my hat off to you... soon to be mother

[@bidouchonsan]

i 've ordered one in hanle black color with tubeless wheels. i think it will arrive in November. i cant wait...
what do think about Mosko luggage ? i think i will fit my Himy with the rackless 80 model, in orange and black, of course.

[@nkwd007]

Would you prefer having Tenere 700 on this trip over the Himalayan?

[@johanballin6601]

How were such road-biased tires able to handle rough terrain? You have expert skills but curious how an average rider would fare without something along the lines of Motoz Tractionator or similar…
Though I am a huge fan of you and your adventures it makes me somewhat skeptical when hearing very flowery descriptions that compare the Sherpa engine with Sherpas. I would have liked to learn more technical details around things like gearing, power band, traction control, weight distribution, and suspension characteristics. Those are things that, although leaving some room for subjectivity, matter the most in terms of handling on and off road as well as rider experience with the bike.
My apologies if I sound negative or too critical. I am a huge fan of yours and offering my perspective from a desire to provide constructive feedback and wanting to learn more details about your experience with this bike in one of the harshest environments in the world. I would have also like to hear the perspectives of your fellow riders.

[@ububox2087]

I bought this bike as a first bike a few months back and the first actual ride I went on (literally zero experience) was a rough Aussie 4wd track in wet weather with knee deep water crossings, clay and very rocky sections. As an absolute beginner (riding with two very experienced motocross riders on MX bikes) I can tell you this bike was a lot easier to control than I was expecting - stock tyres and all. The guys I was riding with were genuinely impressed with both the bike and my ability to keep it moving forward.
I now have over 3000km on the bike and it hasn't missed a beat.
This bike has taken my curiosity and is turning it into a passion.

[@Chooky88]

I'm torn between this and the 450MT. The mirrors are solo poor on the Enfield though, almost a joke. I'm 185cm and couldn't adjust them to see anything on the LHS.

[@tamasvarga67]

It was an easy choice for me just by looking at the two. CFMoto is a typical Chinese clone of a KTM the Himalayan is a unique bike.

[@ADV_explorers]

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