Evolution of the Royal Enfield HIMALAYAN | 2016 - 2021 | BS3 - BS4 - BS6 - BS6+
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 มี.ค. 2021
- Namaskara,
In this video Dirt Don, Auto Rama and I ride the 4 generations of Himalayan motorcycles to understand the evolution of this adventure touring segment creating motorcycle from Royal Enfield.
Also we ride to understand if over the last 5 years Royal Enfield has genuinely improved the quality & refinement of this model.
Hope you enjoy watching this video as much as we did making it.
Cheers!
#artofunwinding #royalenfield #himalayan #motorcycleevolution
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Thanks for doing this in English. One of the more interesting Himalayan videos on TH-cam.
Thanks much! Glad you found it interesting. Cheers!
I'll second that. As an Englishman about to buy one this is very informative and it's good to get the info about the BS3 even if it was never brought over here.
We need more more made in India bikes here in the UK and kick the chinese bike into touch
The Chinese are good at manufacturing a bunch of things but motorcycles are definitely not on that list!
@@bigbearbangalore well that's not entirely true. Ridden a SWM Milano or a Benelli 800? They're coming on and quickly. Don't forget these factories assemble bikes for everyone else anyway so they know exactly what goes into making one.
Finally after very long time somebody with a soul of biker , is reviewing . Thanks alot guys . Keep this good work going. Hoping the best for you.
Thanks for your kind words. Cheers!
Your choice of words tells me, you guys are from the automotive professionals, not like other marketing youtubers...
Loved it.❤️❤️.. keep doing such videos..
Thank you for your kind words. Cheers!
Finally great comparison by great experienced riders👍🏻
Simply awesomeeee👏🏻👏🏻
Thank you. Am glad you liked it. Cheers!
Very classic style perfect UNIQUE video.
Booked granite black on Feb 24th. ❤️ FROM TAMILNADU .
Thank you! You have made a good choice. Wishing you happy and safe motorcycling. Cheers!
Great comparison reviews that i ever viewed till now.. hats off you guys...
Simple and humble ..
Thank you! Glad you liked it. Cheers!
Feeling great after seeing the video don't know why.No dramas, No promotions words directly come from heart and the Background Music 🎶🎶 👌🏻👌
Thank you very much! Cheers!
The way you said a blunt honest NO to hunter green color ... dil jeet liyaa ... own a himalayn sleet since 2 yrs bs4 ... great bike more power to you brother ⚡️
Thanks & cheers!
Great to hear honest insights, i can completely relate to what u have mentioned, being a BS3 rider ..happy riding!
Thanks. Wishing you safe & happy riding. Cheers!
Sir the way of your talk and presentation was very clean and calm! Thank you and you got one sub
Thank you & thank you! Cheers!
very experienced riders . enjoyed your presentation and the frank opinion right from the first released to the latest. I'm riding my BS3 carb version and I must say power delivery at all rpm's is perfect. It never runs out of breath whatever the gradient and on tarmac. no doubt it is less fuel efficient but that is ok. To all himalayan riders squat on your chugger and roll on.
:-) Keep riding. Cheers!
Simple and crisp video to the point, great video Bosky and good to see Auto Rama in the shoot. Should ride the BS6+ one of these days.
Thanks CowKora! Cheers!
AutoRama rocks! As do Bosky and Dirt Don!
Great video bosky, as always. I am sure you will not stop here with the new himalayan engine. I will love to hear a more detailed comparison about rhe engine performance, like the reduced low end grunt. If possible please consider making a video demonstrating the engine performance difference in these models.
Thanks much. Your valid suggestions noted and will keep in mind. Once I get a chance to meet and discuss with some owners of the BS6+ I’ll put together a video as suggested. Thanks.
Absolutely loved this honest appraisal and review of the 411 Himalayan line up.
I've just ordered one of the 'last' production 411's before the 452 replaces it.
TBH (not because I've ordered the last model 411) I actually prefer the visual design of the 411. The 452 is moving towards conventional Japanese design.
The 411 Himalayan is so unique, so simple, iconic and groundbreaking.
I'm genuinely honoured and appreciative to soon own, the last model 411. A pinnacle of design and positive modification.
Well said. Best wishes.
For a person on the market looking for a Himalayan. This is the video i needed!
Happy to hear that it is useful. Best wishes.
@@bigbearbangalore thank you so much for the honest review my dear brothers! You got my sub!
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@@bigbearbangalore my good sir which BS version would you recommend i can keep for many many years to come? I am making the push to buy very soon. Thank you.
Hello. As a new vehicle only the BS6 is available. Other variants available only in the used market. So if it's a used one you looking at, I suggest that you go for the BS4 ABS. Regards.
Excellent review Bosky. Tuning in from Vegas. 2022 Rock Red owner. So far I am satisfied and would recommend to all. Stay safe and Healthy.
Thanks. Cheers!
I own the bs3 version . And got to tell ya , i was never a fan of adventure bikes . But my idea of riding has changed . You can take this bike anywhere and still have fun pulling the throttle . Bs3 has more grunt to it compared to the recent models. The only two things that i think the bike lacks is , tubeless tyres and the second one would be that the bike feels boring and noisy when doing 100 or above on highways .
Yes! The Himalayan opened up the light weight affordable adventure touring in India. And the BS3 is quicker than all subsequent variants. Tube type is a bummer and the motorcycle could lose about 20 kgs!
Enjoy your rides. Cheers!
Phantastic video... Your videos are knowledge sharing sessions... I really like those... Keep posting... Thank you...
Thank you! Cheers!
Neat and clean review...! I subscribed sir.! 👍🏽👍🏽
Much appreciated!
This is the best and the most raw channel
Thanks. Cheers!
Thanks from the States!
Welcome!
This was the first I watched yours bosky, wonderful description of the whole lot of the Himalayan's metamorphosis. I mean it was like you guys just got us into how evolution of Himalayan took place and well justified.
I have already booked a granite black and I too have some goodies i wish to get in their next upgrade. 5-8 ps of extra power by getting larger bore like one on klr650 with 100 mm and see how much it churns out. Don't you feel it deserves bit more into it. Slipper and assist clutch, tubeless tyres, combined instrument cluster and not those scattered assymetrical circle and much better suspension. So would love to know from you guys if these goodies would be a mere dream or we can anticipate for the same..?
Hi! Glad that you liked the video. Thanks for words of appreciation.
Congrats on your booking and wish you the best.
Yes all the things you have mentioned would be welcome on the Himmer. But likely will remain a dream 😊
There are a couple of things that we can do to get more from the BS6 though I cannot comment on the legality or the warranty implications it may have.
Installing Excel aluminium rims with Outex kit will dramatically improve handling and of course make it a tubeless set up. Rotating mass weight reduction has a significant impact on the handling. I had Excel rims on my Himmer and the motorcycle behaved very differently to the stock one.
Plus a free flow air filter and a piggy-back ECU can boost performance by about 2 BHP.
And that is about what can be reasonably done without getting into major engine technical changes.
Hitchcock’s Motorcycle UK makes a big bore kit for the Himmer but costs a fat packet but that will boost BHP and torque that the rider can actually feel.
Cheers!
@@bigbearbangalore thanks a ton buddy,,this detailed reply was a surprise to me and it was all that can be done to get it pampered. I guss this would be the best pick for me as a beginner and start hitting roads ❤️👍
@@bigbearbangalore so what do you say, should I wait for some more time or just grab what's available on stands,,?
Hmmmm. Well, we can make choices based on what we know today. We don’t know until we know and we don’t know tmro. 😊
I would go with what’s available and work on it and enjoy it. Cheers!
Just one video was enough for me to subscribe to your channel! Thanks to you and your friends for sharing this review. Found it crisp and informative!
Thank you so much. Cheers!
Finally a proper review in English.. Good job sir 🎉
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You are an amazing presenter, good knowledge, and funny
Thanks for your kind words. Cheers!
Bs3 engine was much Power full also the exhaust note was ❤️
Yes indeed and fully agree! Cheers!
Hello sir does the bs3 have catalytic converter in the bend pipe?
Very good video!! Thank you!!
Glad you like it. Cheers!
Sir !! Another kick to the groin of flashy youtubers 😂😂😂. Please stay like this always. Simple and simple!
But an important input that you didn't discuss, there's no manual bistarter in the bike, it fast idles on its own now. Would help during cold starts and prevent stalling that was happening due to the restricted emission norms.
I have got mine delivered just yesterday and on close inspection I feel the throttle body is new as well (rumours are there already). Also conset refinements rumours as well that greasing is now water resistant etc etc.
Hi! Congrats on your new ride.😊 There are subscribers to all kinds of content and that’s what make TH-cam what it is.
Cold starting is a bit of a pain with the BS6. Until the engine gets really warm there is a chance that the engine can stall. Guess we have to get used to it and work with it. And yes we missed discussing that, thanks for highlighting. Yes there appears to be some changes in the fueling system and intake but choosing not to get too technically involved for now. Thanks much for your comment. Cheers!
@@bigbearbangalore the cold start is already performing great. I had test rode the previous bs6 in November with ambient temperatures around 8-12 degrees in Shimla (the bike stalled like crazy for 6_7 minutes) and temperature is still the same here at Shimla and the new one didn't stall even once. Let's hope it performs well in coming months. 🙏
Good to hear that. So that’s an improvement in the design made then. Cheers!
It something like watching a movie... great explanation
😀 Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers!
Great work man.
Thanks!
Informative comparison. ✌️
Thank you and am happy you found it useful. Cheers!
After watching this video feeling more confidence of booking this bike.
Congrats! Wishing you happy & safe motorcycling. Cheers!
@@bigbearbangalore thanks a lot for your wish.🎉
I bought Himalayan in Oct 2022, I also feel the choking when riding at slower speed or lower rpm (
The BS6 does suffer a little from flat spots at low rpm. You can get it checked at the dealership and if still the same then FuelX can solve this issue. But warranty issues may arise. Regards.
Very nice and no non sense video. I bought granite black last week. Really very addictive and it boosted my confidence.
Congrats!
How much troubles did u guys got from its tyres and how was the situations????
Hi! Did not have any trouble as such. Knowing the motorcycle and it’s tyres, being aware of the terrain under the tyre and knowing limits of ones own ability helps minimise any trouble that can potentially pop up. Cheers!
Hello guys I am looking at used Himalayan would a 2018 bs4 abs model make sense as a 2nd bike or should I go for bs6 model thanks
I suggest the BS4 ABS as the first choice. It’s got a good balance of performance and safety compared to the BS3 non-ABS on one side & the BS6 on the other side. Best wishes.
@@bigbearbangalore thank you sir
I wish I could still have good like minded friends like these when I grow older 😊
Hi! May your wish come true. Cheers!
Good to see changes
Yes! Steady product improvement.
I have a BS4 with ABS, is it possible? (no hasard switch, no new cat-con, but revised side stand and side stickers, also rock red)
Yes, the first BS4 was without ABS and in 2018 / 2019, the ABS was added. Cheers!
@@bigbearbangalore I bought a new Rock Red Himalayan with ABS, but no hazard light switch on right handle and the cat-con is placed in the old location just before the exhaust, which makes me think it’s a BS4. But it has the improved side stand and lateral stickers which are common to BS6 models. Also Rock Red was introduced with BS6 models. So, is it a BS4 or BS6?
Check your vehicle documentation and owners manual for exact information on that. Feature overlap is common in models during transition time and there are too many variables at play so I suggest that you don't bother yourself with that. Enjoy the ride. Cheers!
Have any of you made your himalayan tubeless? I don't think it's possible without alloys...
I had the tubeless system on my Himalayan fro more than 30,000 kms.
I used Excel rims, Timsun tyres and Outex kit. Had a trouble free ride right through.
The problem is the cost. The rims will cost 30,000 plus tubeless tyres about 10,000 and the Outex conversion kit about 14,000. 😐
@@bigbearbangalore .... Hmmm... That's a ton of a lot!!
Great video 🇬🇧😁👍
Thanks. Glad you liked it.
Great vedio sir 🔥
Thanks! Cheers!
Sir which model would you suggest buying among all these of himalayan or even in scram? I already have TB 350 (2013).
Only BS6 is available now
@@bigbearbangaloresir if I have option for buying second hand, which himayan or scram would you suggest ?
@chaxc141 your call. Your choice.
I am planning to go for an used Himalayan. Can you please suggest which one will be better out of both. BS4 or BS6. I have ridden BS6 but never rode the BS4. If BS4's engine refinement and handling is as similar as the BS6 then I think going for BS4 will be wise as it will cost me cheaper. So please help.
Hi! BS4 ABS is the better version to go for. Else the BS6 is OK.
@@bigbearbangalore thank you so much for helping me out.
Have you heard about any chassis crack problem in BS6 version?
Hi! I have not come across any such on BS6. Cheers!
@@bigbearbangalore I have also not seen any such issues on internet that's why booked new version of Himalayan. But i still have that hesitation..
Congrats! Be at peace and be at ease. Wishing you happy and safe motorcycling. Cheers!
nice. wishes from Dubai. stay blessed.
🙏🏻 thank you and wish you too. Cheers!
Great video THANKS from the Scottish borders.
Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers!
Really like your video man hats off guys u beat our new genration reviwers who just read the specssheet and call it review
you guys just straight to the point
please help me i dont have a budget to buy a new 2023 himalyan can i buy a 2016 bs3 himalyan and whats would be the best price
and can i get 30kmpL from bs3 himalyan or can you do a milage test of bs3 himalyan ☺waiting for your reply sir 😍😍😍😍
Many thanks.
Go for a BS4 ABS Himalayan. Worth the extra you'll pay over the BS3. Cost can be anything to anything. Too many variables to account for to arrive at pricing. Can be in the range of 1.5 to 1.9 lakh. Cheers!
@@bigbearbangalore thanks sir really appreciate 🥰😘
No problemo.
A second hand 2017 Himalayan, good choice or not?
Your choice
I’m very much interested to buy this machine, but reviews aren’t allowing me, soch raha hu next version tak wait kar jau.. 😓
Buying expensive motorcycles is a big investment and long term commitment. The choice and decision finally fully is only yours. Choose wisely. Best wishes. Cheers!
I am very disappointed about the fact that they have removed the White color from the line up.. What's your opinion on this?
Oh! I did not know that they have removed the white!!!! If they have, then that’s sad. I liked the white too 😐
Can u say which is best bs3 or bs4 or bs6
Each engine is good at slightly different thing. BS4 ABS is perhaps a better one.
My wish would be a Himalayan 650 with long travel USD forks & tubeless spoked wheels. 😍
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Long travel suspension ..maybe. But leave the low seight height, its the beauty of the himalyan after all . Being accesable to short riders.
Yes! The seat height is a top USP of the Himalayan.
@@ripmax333 who cares about short guys😅
@@AkashGGMU I do, and so far apparently Royal enfield does too. Hence its a great brand😜😁
Booked a day ago... Forgot to subscribe bit done now... Also just a point .. it costed 210000+ ex showroom... Anyway wow content 🙏
Congrats! Wishing you peaceful and happy motorcycling. Thanks! Cheers!
Is it worth buying Bs3 Himalayan in 2021??
Please suggest me ....
Hi! If you are working on a tight budget the BS3 is a good buy and if you can spare some extra cash, go for the BS4. Cheers!
What year is each version?
2021
2020
2018
2016
Great video stick to the 2021 and discuss the cluster gauges
Thanks! Not much to discuss about the gauges so did not. And I focused on the evolution over focussing on just the 2021. Sorry about that.
If I go in showroom and ask for 2020 Himalayan bs6???
It’s no longer available. I am told that the 2020 models all got sold out across the country before the launch of the 2021 model.
10:50 Agreed 😀 Vinyl Flooring ...
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Which is best model,year
I still prefer the BS3 for it’s rawness and speed. But perhaps the BS4 ABS is the best variant thus far because of its refinement, reliability and safety.
2021 bs4 models best refine and engine response i guess, Im talking about the 2021 models in the USA with the old square front bars, also no useless tripper guage that thing throws off the balance of the dashboard
I find the 2019 BS4 the best in terms of balanced performance.
Incase one has to choose in between 6 months old bs6 (second hand) at a good discount (60k less) Vs 2021 which one would you recommend and why?
Done 2500 kms on the odo
My budget will determine my choice. If I have the budget I’ll go the new one and if I don’t I’ll go for a used one. That’s about it.
Good video sir. Is there any way to increase the mileage of bs3 from 19 to atleast 23-25? Also my fuel guage is showing more fuel on side stand and less fuel when straight. The Service center guys said its normal.but its not.
Hi! Thanks. Increasing mileage is tricky without sacrificing somewhere else. You can try a smaller main jet, say a 117 size. But you may experience other issues but worth a try cos sometimes it may just workout. The fuel indicator level changing on side stand is normal cos that’s how the fuel float switch responds to changing fuel levels when the bike is leaned over. Cheers!
@@bigbearbangalore but i never see that unstable fuel floats in other himalayans.
Change the float switch and may be it will work the way you want it to.
Need a follow up video with the Gen 2.
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the Location is amazing even I feel my Himalayan there Kindly share the location
This is off Magadi road
Can you post a review on the old school Bs6 Bullet or Bullet Es plz !!
Hi! Will check to see if we can get hold of one. Thanks for asking. Cheers!
@@bigbearbangalore Thank you 😊👍💐
Great video honestly I hate the look of bs6 silencer the catalytic converter it spoils the looks and aesthtic. With stricter bs norms torque will certainly be impacted.
Glad you liked it. Yes the bikes have gotten more sluggish with each progressive emission compliance.
I like that classic music😅❣️❣️
Thank you. 👍
To me that will always be the Baron Von Grumble theme.
It’s part of the audio tracks that are available in iMovie application on MacBooks.
Which one Himalayan you like very much?
I like the BS3 for its performance and instant response. But it’s engine is a bit rough and it’s a fuel guzzler🤷♂️.
Good Info no BS😂 👍👌
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I have 2019 model … should I upgrade
Your call.
@@bigbearbangalore is there anything significant for an average rider whose 80 percent travel is commuting
Nope. Unless you want ABS. That is if you don't have that already.
@@bigbearbangalore sir it has ABS ..
Mee too a bs6 himalayan owner ....
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I appreciate the observations.
On a lighter note, you guys need to leave these funny names from the '90s behind.
Thanks. Since we are from the 60s, we are quite a bit behind a bit on adopting new age names! :-) Cheers!
2021 model best ❤💖
Yes it is the best in terms of refinement and smoothness.
Definately diserve like botton
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Agreed with the point ...pine green colour ..... Didn't like it.😉😁
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I’ve got a BS6. It’s a good bike.
It is indeed. Cheers!
Is u rs 2020 model or 2021 model
I didn't own one at the time of this video.
How many cc are there in Himalayan ?
411
BS3 foot pegs gets knocked off after a small jump, BS6 foot pegs stays in place😜
😄 The fact is many riders got carried away when the Himalayan was launched and did motocross and rally raid with it and hence broke something or the other.
This is an adventure tourer and if this is kept in mind am sure it can serve the rider well.
@@bigbearbangalore well it was a joke reffering to the first launch video of the himalayan were the footpeg felled off and not even RE noticed that. I’m they rectified the problem even on the BS3’s after that.
Understood. 😊👍 Guess they underestimated the keen eye of the consumer! 😄
Slipper clutch must!!!
Yes! That’ll reduce the mild strain of the clutch hand that the current clutch tension can cause. Cheers!
@@bigbearbangalore and alloy + tubeless tyres
Spoke and tubeless also available and that would be better than alloys.
Bs6 + is beast
Yeah!
Cost cutting also improved
Perhaps. Thanks.
Owner of bs3 Himalayan.she is a beast munched 25k on her
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Last minute idea 😂😂😂👍
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But this colour is good I think
Why not! Colour is a personal choice. 👍
Agreed 😀....a moment of silence for all those who went with Pine Green 👍🏿
Oh no no! 😀 It’s a personal choice. 🙏🏻
Vinyl flooring. Haha. That's honest.
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it needs a 6th gear and less weight
Yes. Weight reduction for sure. And that can be possible with aluminium tubeless style wheel rims. Thanks.
@@bigbearbangalore thanks for the reply! :) kind of a dilemma for me to want less weight AND a 6th gear.
I have a 2019 BS4 and it's not really a bike I'd like to take on a highway journey because of it's top speed.
Yes I understand.
For the type riding that I do I found the top speed adequate. I just want a weight reduction to help easier handling in tight terrains. Cheers!
@@vinicpmhirsch6350 Engine does not have enough power for a 6th gear.
@@mikehurley5052 where do you get that from? Isn't adding a gear just going to use the kinect energy of the previous gear to push the bike faster ? I don't know I guess. I'd think at least 10 mph more before red lining would be possible with it
Tubeless 🙏🏼
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Hi! Am sorry to hear that you may not be getting spares in Thailand. I think there is a global breakdown of supply chains due to Covid. Hope things get set right soon. Cheers!
These guys are total clowns. The massive elephants in the room of course are never mentioned. Breaking swingarms, breaking steering heads, insufficient front brake, multiple flaws in the electrical system from burnt out stators to stalling engines and failing fuel pumps, rough gear change and many more quality issues - RE has made a LEMON if there ever was one.
Its a cheap overweight under-powered piece of crappy engineering. How do I know? I had three of them and rode them in Ladakh and places where they could show their true colors.
Hi! Thanks for taking time to share your thoughts on the Himalayan. And we accept & respect your views. Cheers!
Appreciate your patience in buying 3 to know what it feels like
Mine seems fine so far, it’s a BS6. The Europeans export versions are allegedly better than the Indian domestic ones, or so I’ve heard.
Bs3 himalayan = raw powered machine🔥
Amongst the lot it is the fastest. Cheers!
Even I don’t like that colour.
Yeah! Most don’t.
Hindi main bolo
If and when I learn Hindi, I shall. Cheers!
Please sell me the bs4 model bike for free🙏
Hi! When I get a BS4 for free, I’ll consider your proposal. 😊 Cheers!
Exhaust pipe is ugly
Ok. It's been the same since 2016.
Basically himalayan is overpriced & overhyped bike like all RE bikes are. Hard gear shifting & suspension. Uncomfortable handle bar. Bajaj avenger cruise is much better bike. Affordable price, great build quality, good suspension & it can very well b taken offroad, only 2 inch difference in ground clearance. An expensive bike not necessarily mean a better bike
Thanks for sharing how you feel about the Himalayan. Cheers!
@Prasanta Rajkumar not dumb but smart comparison. I rode himalayan for 60 km & hated every single minute of it. Bone in my foot started paining so much due to hard gear shifting. I hav taken my avenger to many offroad locations in much greater comfort with no problem at all.
Worst bike in the world
Thanks!
Is it worth buying a BS3 Himalayan in 2024 is it a value for money machine? Please do let me now
Worth I don't know. Personal preference as to the budget. Unable to comment more.
@@bigbearbangalore ok and what about the rumours that say that it has agencies problems and chassy is cracking is that true or false? That's my biggest concern in Mumbai we are getting the BS3 model under a lakh that's the biggest plus point but my only concern is the rumours