I'm loving my mule. 15 years of driving tractor trailer and I never want to ride on big roads again. Boring! I just hit 3k miles so it's time to check the valves, but I think I love it more each day. Played in the sand a little last night and it was good even with the stock tires still on it. Rainy and windy today but I think I may still go out and play. ✌️❤️
RIP Ol’ Man Ronin. I had just joined the group on FB before he lost his battle to cancer. OMR is the reason that I own a Himmy! I would watch these videos in the morning as I drank my coffee before heading into work and I just can’t help to come back and watch these again. I only wish that I could have met OMR and Iron Lady. To the family of OMR that might read this, I hope that these videos find you comfort on the days you need it most. I send my condolences.
Last week I completed my four corners ride on my 2020 Himalayan, so my 411cc single RE has taken me from the top to bottom of mainland Britain and then last week it took me across Britain west to East the longest way. Cheap reliable comfortable, take it anywhere. Some of the little lanes over here were a challenge that the Himmy took in its stride. A joy to own and ride.
That’s what I love about you & this channel Ronin YOU TALK A LOT OF SENSE! Years of experience has given you a great deal of common sense for sure! You don’t talk a bike down you praise them all & simply make biking fun, thank you!
A great look at the Himalayan in terms of use, features, and the range of capabilities. I've ridden a lot of different ADV bikes and have found that for my uses which don't include long periods on the super slab, the Himalayan is perfect. For me it's great on dirt, gravel, and off the beaten path. My only limitations are age and reluctance to break my bones!
A lot of people over here in the UK refer to the Himalayan as the landrover of the biking world, in other words, it will go almost anywhere, can be worked on easily and will just keep on chugging along. Please keep the great video's coming. ATB Big Dave Scotland
@@mattyb7736 I would go for the series 3, only because they are cheaper to buy, but still over priced. the series 2's are becoming expensive these days.
I bought a Himalayan recently as a second bike, I was searching through TH-cam and stumbled across your channel. I'm pleased I did, I'm really enjoying your content. Ride safe
Anyone riding the Himalayan in order to appreciate it has to first remember that it is simply a two wheel version of the Willy's Jeep. I love Jeeps and have had them for years, they are not designed to be fast but rather slow, stable, go anywhere work mules. The Himalayan was designed as a utilitarian work mule in India. Able to venture safely into the Himalayans carrying heavy payloads. I Live in the Andes and use mine as a primary vehicle at our farm. Loaded with supplies and two people or just me alone, it rides the same unlike lighter bikes. The torque handles steep mountainous terrain under load like nothing else, while at the same time looking good, being a fun and stable ride and also easy on the wallet. And when I hit the highway, it does the job. It may not shine on the interstate, but that's not its design, it shines when climbing steep rough grades under load. The exhaust opens up to a deep rumble and you can't help but smile at the brute power of this bike in rugged mountainous terrain. I have had many bikes over the years from the Kawasaki triple, to the Goldwing and the Ninja, but this bike is by far my favorite. It is the most versatile and efficient bike I've ever had, while at the same time just being plain fun to ride. Royal Enfield got this bike right, I am truly impressed by the company.
Just got my Himmy last week for my daily rider. I'm in Vermont and have an 80 mile round trip to work, 22 miles of which is dirt. I have no words to express how stable and capable this bike is in nearly all situations.
thanks for this episode especially, basically, be honest about what you want and how you ride. my himmy arrives next week, and i have never ridden one. i dont need to, you have, over an extended period, given me all the info i need to buy this bike. a quick test ride would never do that. I respect your honesty. Thanks!!
I agree 100% with everything you say about the Himalayan. I bought a 2021 brand new now have about 4500 miles on it across all kinds of terrain. It is my only bike and it is awsome. And I love the looks.
Hi Ol Man, my 2 cents worth on my 2021 Him. 20k, kilometres just finished 3k kilometre trip through Australia. Extras include, 16t sprocket, 212 tooth d.i.d. chain, lith battery, irrid plug, tec cam fitted and DNA air filter, heidenau tyres (cannot recommend highly enough) bike, at least 12k off road. Bike has been very good, all servicing from new, myself, easy to learn. Professional fitted tec cam. Bar risers and brace, fitted, soft panniers for the trips I have done. No mechanical issues what so ever. 2 relays fitted to rectify GPSensor. Few extra after market goodies, however the bike has been excellent, touring seat and air flow cover recommended, headlight changed, spot light fitted low for dark dirt roads. Excellent Utube channel you have, still have your sticker!! Cheers
It is a strange bike. You nailed the review, for the right usecase it is best in class. I tested the Scram because I am going on roads and city most of the time. There were some minor annoyances for my tall body (sloping seat, knees on gas tank, bulky sides when standing on pegs). But I bought it anyway. There is no other bike like this that fits my needs so well. Sturdy, cheap, reliable, abs, not much electronic complications, cheap to repair, easy to accelerate, break and turn.
I totally agree with your assessment of the bike. After putting on 4300km on my Himalayan on road, gravel and dirt. I've fallen over a few times on the trail and it still looks new, it's built like a tank.
I've never ridden a Himalayan but I ordered one recently and it's getting delivered on Monday. I would usually try a bike before ordering one but thanks to reviews like this, I feel safe buying before I try. I also bought it from a very good & trustworthy dealership so I trust its going to work as well as it should. 2019 Himalayan with 9k miles, serviced and has the luggage for £3k, that's about 3,500 usd.
Just traded my softail deluxe for a Himalayan. I live in SW Colorado, work at home and have hundreds of miles of trails all around. I appreciate the info you have provided. It sure helped me make up my mind. Just never really rode the Harley (but I will miss the chrome...)
Hey Ol Man Ronin I hope your kicking ass on that hideous disease , I miss you on you tube but the fight is more important than anything else. It's still a little too cold to get the Himalayan and the Harley out here in Oregon, but I loved this video, take care Brother and I hope to meet you on the road some day. Jim Coquille, OR.... 2021 Himalayan / 2005 883C w/ screaming eagle stage one package. Get well Bro !!!
G'day Ronin from Australia, a few members of my bike club have Himalayans and have had adventures ride to the outback areas of Australia, have have been told that they perform as good if not better than the main brands of ATV, and now a wether report, it's the blue skies flood season, most roads are cut, towns underwater and all the rivers braking there banks, it's real bad at the moment, looks great where you are, keep having fun mate, cheers, Neil.
Yup, had one for about 5-6 months now, get out in the fresh air, up on back trails in the mountains, and hay I'm in no big hurry to go anywhere, if I get to a good high up vantage point I stop and take in the view, if I see a little stream I stop and see if I can spot any fish, or just enjoy the sound of a gurgling stream, don't just fly by at break neck speed, who knows you may never be past this way again, so soak it all in enjoy it! For that reason I enjoy most just puddling along on my own, I don't have to prove anything to anyone and for that reason and all the others you mentioned the Himalayan does me just fine. P.S. Love the channel, you have a nice laid back style, dare I say it, you showing your age( me too!), finally developing some brains, it's not about the biggest motor or the fastest machine, there is far more to life and enjoying bikes than that!
After a 40 year dirt of dirt bikes, some of which I modified with big tanks for ADV riding, I bought a 2103 V-Strom 650 for my 60th birthday. I wanted to do a bit more long distance, more back road and dirt road touring. It was a nice bike, but I found its limits on rough dirt roads. Many owners probably never would and would be very happy with some suspension modifications. I made the mistake of test riding the 2015 Tiger 800 XCx and found it far better, albeit at twice the price I paid for the Suzuki. I rode that bike all over Oz on dirt Outback highways ( rough, wet, muddy, rutted, stony) and on sealed highways. It was a pleasure to ride after I had modified it to suit my riding style. It was not perfect in several areas, probably reflecting its design brief to be adequate for European ADV style riding. After looking at it in the shed for two years during Covid lockdowns, I decided that I would sell it. I pulled my 2010 DRZ400E ( ADV modified, 2" lower seat height) from under the sheet and resumed riding. My comments; less weight encourages me to try goat tracks without the fear off dropping it and the costs of breakage ( good) but when the wind and rain storms hit our southern coastal area where I live, the lack of weight allows the DRZ to be blown around like a leaf on the highway at 60 mph. I can see that the Himalayan makes more sense as first ADV compared to any of the Euro or Jap ADV models ( lower seat, cheaper to repair, cheaper to service, less intimidating with power excess) but it might also be a good choice for me at the other end of my riding career. My decision is do I sell my well sorted dual sport for a bike built for easier roads? I need to organize a test ride! I am recovering from a total hip replacement surgery, so maybe the lower seat height will be the clincher for me for swinging my leg over ( including clearing the luggage) . I am enjoying watching your videos OMR while I am healing! Now I will rewatch the TH-cam videos of the GS Safaris to see new ADV riders struggle on their 1200 GS bikes; carnage abounds.
I sold my triumph 650 🐅 in 1990 when I married and had kids. 32 years on and I just bought a 2022 Himalayan. I'm in Michigan and will be riding on very similar terrain in the northern lower peninsula. I have been enjoying backpack camping and will use the bike to motocamp where the rv dare not tread. Super video content 👌.
Your wood riding reminds me of trails I rode as a youth on my Honda 65 and My Honda SL350. Alas, I don't know of places like that in my old age. I do love my himmy.
I bought mine for round the town riding and its perfect. I was about to pack it up and do some longer distances in the UK and i broke my shoulder. So maybe next year if my arm starts working again. Im lost without riding my bikes.
I have a Himalayan. I purchased it in April of 2021. It was my default ride for much of last year and a great deal of this year. I have a Yamaha Super Tenere which I love. I had mechanical issues with the ST that took a protracted length of time to reconcile. Between those obstacles and fuel being more expensive over the summer, I have clocked in about 8,100 miles since first purchasing it.Maybe only 150-175 miles over dirt or otherwise unimproved roads. I'm not extremely demanding of any machines that I own, but I don't park them in the driveway and do nothing but wash and wax them either. Mine has been a joy to ride and own. _For the money I spent on it_, it has given me twice the amount of joy and pride of ownership. I enjoy your thoughts and observations.
Just put about 260 miles on mine yesterday in western Colorado. I did keep her on pavement all day but it was still so much fun. Seeing the leafs change down in the Telluride area with the San Juan’s covered in snow in the background was just stunning. The ride home from that area showed the Himis weakness though. She did struggle on a few hills to stay above 65-70, but that was just a small part of the trip it makes it worth it. I don’t plan on ever getting rid of it. It’s a great bike in town and on mountain back roads. That being said, I have been thinking about getting the toureg 660 for the longer trips where highways can’t be avoided.
I got mine idling at 700 - 800 revs , which is probably to slow, so I have fitted a cruise control that enables me to keep its revs up after starting, but I just love that very slow idling bike at the stop lights amongst traffic. 34.5 km's per litre for my last fuel economy check. Cruising along below 3,000 revs in 5th gear, I can rest my feet forward on the engine fender and just relax. Tomorrow I'll go on a 500km cruise to a off road camping festival knowing this little tractor like bike will conquer all before it. Yes its a fantastic Mechanical Mule.!!!
Was hoping to see how you do with it on rougher stuff - steam crossings, gnarly ascents etc. Not for any stunts but just to see how it can sensibly do that stuff for riders like me. As I get closer to 70 I'm looking for a good alternative to my 800GS which btw has taken me everywhere. It's just getting to be a bit of a handful. The Himalayan is available here in Indonesia unlike the Touareg ( dying to try it). The 500cbx doesn't do it for me.
Great video.. couldn't agree more on the fact its forgiving.. would I sell mine? No way. Owned and sold a Ducati 996 (should have kept it as a museum piece it was beautiful to look at), CBR600, CBR 400 but the most fun I've had was my Himmy. Over 50 years old and can't wait to get out on it.. easy going simple to maintain, fuel efficient, doesn't make you feel like the devil is sitting on your shoulder saying "faster faster". It's just a relaxing easy going bike.
Thank you so much for all your Himi videos! Between those and my friend owning an ‘18 model I finally got my own! Motozilli in Warren had a great sale and I couldn’t pass up the opportunity. We have lots of country and back roads where I’m located in northwestern PA and I can’t wait to explore them all! If you’re ever over in eastern OH or western PA it would be great to meet up! Keep up the great content! 😎
My Himmy is defo a keeper too. I luv that little bike. 275 miles, two up with luggage in a day, no problem. Carrying my inept butt along Englands trails and green lanes, no problem. Your spot on with everything you say Jeff regarding Royal Enfields Himalayan. Ride safe man. Neil
Thanks for another honest video about an interesting bike. Your videos about the Enfields have helped me narrow down my next purchase quite a bit... I have yet to find either a Himalayan or Scram to sit on (the nearest dealer to me is almost 150 miles away!) but if I fit on them, it'll be down to one of them or another KLR 650... Oh how I wish they'd make a Scram or Himalayan with a bigger engine! (I've heard rumors that we'll get one with the 650 twin in 2024, but I don't know if I want to wait that long.)
Hi! My 2019 just turned 20 000km since the 15th of January, that a goos bike, and my garage loves working on it, well built, simple, many accessories 👌 I'd like to now your opinion on changing the gear sprocket to a 16 teeth, I've done it on mine, I get 1000 rpm less on 4th and 5th gear. That's a pleasure to ride! Keeping it on two wheels! Have a good day!
There's a big power and speed mentality in this country and more than motorcycles. Everyone's in a hurry. Take today. Absolutely beautiful. Toured on some nice open roads to relax. There were a lot of motorcycles on the road and everyone trying to do 75-80 on two lane roads. I guess going to the next watering hole. What's the hurry? Perfect day to take it easy and enjoy the ride.
How about demonstrating how you can get on and off a fully loaded Himalayan. You know what I mean. Its not necessarily easy with a fully laden ATV. The Himalayan center stand makes it easy to get on but how do you get off? Amazingly enough I have found the side stand is upright and strong enough to handle my full weight (115kgs) on the left hand foot peg, and without tipping over I can fling that right leg over. (remember when people complained about the Himalayan side stand being too long) Like wise getting off. Even with the two large pannier box fitted. Check it out. Technique wise you can get a fully laden Himalayan up on its center stand. This is the sort of thing a person seriously going adventure touring really needs to know. No point having a mechanical mule if you cannot get off and on it.
Working in Texas and my Himalayan is in another state. I'm going to have to get a Classic 350 for here so, I don't go crazy. That's my excuse and I'm sticking to it.
I live in the southern foothills of the Appalachian Blue Ridge Mountains, with Alabama’s highest point, Mt Cheaha, and the Talladega National Forest in my backyard, so I can’t wait to get the Himalayan out on some trails today.
@@OlManRonin brother, I had a blast Sunday in the woods! The Himalayan did not disappoint! I went through every type of terrain with ease, boggy mud, slick red clay hills, overgrown brush filled game trails where it just plowed through saplings and over fallen trees. I’ve named my Himalayan “whisper” for it is a soft spoken beast!
It's built for us not the others,last night I drove about one hour around the city I just couldn't stop and then: were have you been?what to explain to her?😆😆
I have different bikes different purposes I have AGXXR 1000 Suzuki Kawasaki volcanoes And I just bought 2021 Royal Enfield Himalayan It's difficult to get A true all around motorcycle So that's why I have 3 different bikes I like your videos The scenery is beautiful
Great video brother. I'm curious how the Scram 411 would do over the same route? I do love the Himalayan you have but now there's something to directly compete with it.
I have had mine for 5 weeks I love it it just stalls all the time I I could get that fixed the dealership is not very good I guess I'll try to fix it myself
A few questions for you: Do you leave the panniers on when you go on the trails? Or are they sufficiently narrow that it's not a concern? How's the alternator output? is it sufficient for a heated vest and other electrical accessories?
@@OlManRonin That would be good. I am a Belgian living in Hungary and have a TH-cam channel about it myself. After everything I have explained about emigrating there, the next step is the trip through Hungary. it's so beautiful there, you can't show it from your car. After having seen many motorcycle reviews, I finally ended up with this motorcycle. This is completely in line with the atmosphere of the adventure I am about to experience. You convinced me to do my adventure with this bike. Thank you.
Really interested in getting one of these. My only concern is the closest dealer is about 6.5 hours away. Lots of local bike shops where I live that deal with Kawi, Honda, Suzuki etc. that could do basic maintennce and simple repairs. I guess if I had a major warranty concern I could load it into my pickup and take to the dealer 6.5 hours away but wondering if others that have bought a REH have had any significant warranty issues or are they pretty dependable?
Have a simple but maybe a difficult to answer question; "Simply how similar is the old Yamaha XT500 to the Royal Enfield". I think I would love to get one and if it is similar to the XT500 it is a done deal. Have had several XT500 and hated to get rid of them on transfer duty stations. They were never the best at anything but would do damn near anything without complaint as an acceptable level. The new Japan or European bikes just don't have the simple, cheap, and reliable heart that the old XT500 had and it appears that the Enfield may fit the bill. About the only issue I have is convencing MOM.
What performance mods do you have on your Himalayan? I was thinking of adding a DNA air filter and cover and Delkevic exhaust. Not sure whether to add a FuelX lite? Is it required?Anything else you recommend? Cheers
There are some quality issues for Himalayans sold here In South America. Do you think RE have different standards for USA, Europe and the rest of the world?
Ol' Man can u tell me the seat pad u are using in this video? I need to save my nuts:) I hope you are doing better. I seen your live video and I know you have been dealing with cancer. It sucks! Thinking of you!
I brought it to dealership for first service 410 dollars they said they didn't have time to find y it stall's they test drove stalled twice on him before he got out of parking lot I was there not happy
I have a 2020 Royal Enfield Himalayan. Most infuriating piece of garbage I've ever owned. Battery is always dead...endless battery replacements. You can't do highway speeds without redlining the engine. Almost no one sells them or services them. Big disappointment. Buy something...anything...else.
If you want to ride 60 miles an hour on your bullet 500 without burning valves, you can buy from Hitchcocks: PART No. 90175 GEARBOX SPROCKET, 19T, EFI, UK MADE. Buth remember that you need a new sidecovergasket. Chek if it fits your modell.
I'm loving my mule. 15 years of driving tractor trailer and I never want to ride on big roads again. Boring!
I just hit 3k miles so it's time to check the valves, but I think I love it more each day.
Played in the sand a little last night and it was good even with the stock tires still on it.
Rainy and windy today but I think I may still go out and play.
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RIP Ol’ Man Ronin. I had just joined the group on FB before he lost his battle to cancer. OMR is the reason that I own a Himmy! I would watch these videos in the morning as I drank my coffee before heading into work and I just can’t help to come back and watch these again. I only wish that I could have met OMR and Iron Lady. To the family of OMR that might read this, I hope that these videos find you comfort on the days you need it most. I send my condolences.
Last week I completed my four corners ride on my 2020 Himalayan, so my 411cc single RE has taken me from the top to bottom of mainland Britain and then last week it took me across Britain west to East the longest way. Cheap reliable comfortable, take it anywhere. Some of the little lanes over here were a challenge that the Himmy took in its stride. A joy to own and ride.
Agree 100% . it is the little engine that could. Not sure if that reference is applicable in the UK, but its so very true.
That’s what I love about you & this channel Ronin YOU TALK A LOT OF SENSE! Years of experience has given you a great deal of common sense for sure! You don’t talk a bike down you praise them all & simply make biking fun, thank you!
Thank you John. Much appreciated
A great look at the Himalayan in terms of use, features, and the range of capabilities. I've ridden a lot of different ADV bikes and have found that for my uses which don't include long periods on the super slab, the Himalayan is perfect. For me it's great on dirt, gravel, and off the beaten path. My only limitations are age and reluctance to break my bones!
lol I feel ya Scooter!
A lot of people over here in the UK refer to the Himalayan as the landrover of the biking world, in other words, it will go almost anywhere, can be worked on easily and will just keep on chugging along. Please keep the great video's coming. ATB Big Dave Scotland
Ahh yes, but which one......my votes on the series 2, basic and functional
@@mattyb7736 I would go for the series 3, only because they are cheaper to buy, but still over priced. the series 2's are becoming expensive these days.
@@GOBBYBOY333 Discovery 1 300 TDI, best vehicle made.
I bought a Himalayan recently as a second bike, I was searching through TH-cam and stumbled across your channel. I'm pleased I did, I'm really enjoying your content.
Ride safe
Anyone riding the Himalayan in order to appreciate it has to first remember that it is simply a two wheel version of the Willy's Jeep. I love Jeeps and have had them for years, they are not designed to be fast but rather slow, stable, go anywhere work mules. The Himalayan was designed as a utilitarian work mule in India. Able to venture safely into the Himalayans carrying heavy payloads. I Live in the Andes and use mine as a primary vehicle at our farm. Loaded with supplies and two people or just me alone, it rides the same unlike lighter bikes. The torque handles steep mountainous terrain under load like nothing else, while at the same time looking good, being a fun and stable ride and also easy on the wallet. And when I hit the highway, it does the job. It may not shine on the interstate, but that's not its design, it shines when climbing steep rough grades under load. The exhaust opens up to a deep rumble and you can't help but smile at the brute power of this bike in rugged mountainous terrain. I have had many bikes over the years from the Kawasaki triple, to the Goldwing and the Ninja, but this bike is by far my favorite. It is the most versatile and efficient bike I've ever had, while at the same time just being plain fun to ride. Royal Enfield got this bike right, I am truly impressed by the company.
Nailed it
Reading your comparison of it to Willy's Jeep makes me wish the Indian Army would choose the Himalayan for their new Motorcycle contract.
@@death_parade You might suggest it, they come in military camo green and would be easy to adapt to military service.
Wife to the airport at 5, breakfast and too much coffee on board, bug eyed and staring at my iPad waiting for the wonder that is OMR!
Awesome and good coffee filled morning!!
Just got my Himmy last week for my daily rider. I'm in Vermont and have an 80 mile round trip to work, 22 miles of which is dirt. I have no words to express how stable and capable this bike is in nearly all situations.
That sounds like such an awesome commute. I live in the concrete jungle of Phoenix so it sounds nice to have some dirt road.
thanks for this episode especially, basically, be honest about what you want and how you ride. my himmy arrives next week, and i have never ridden one. i dont need to, you have, over an extended period, given me all the info i need to buy this bike. a quick test ride would never do that. I respect your honesty. Thanks!!
I agree 100% with everything you say about the Himalayan. I bought a 2021 brand new now have about 4500 miles on it across all kinds of terrain. It is my only bike and it is awsome. And I love the looks.
Thank you Stan
Hi Ol Man, my 2 cents worth on my 2021 Him. 20k, kilometres just finished 3k kilometre trip through Australia.
Extras include, 16t sprocket, 212 tooth d.i.d. chain, lith battery, irrid plug, tec cam fitted and DNA air filter, heidenau tyres (cannot recommend highly enough) bike, at least 12k off road.
Bike has been very good, all servicing from new, myself, easy to learn. Professional fitted tec cam. Bar risers and brace, fitted, soft panniers for the trips I have done. No mechanical issues what so ever. 2 relays fitted to rectify GPSensor. Few extra after market goodies, however the bike has been excellent, touring seat and air flow cover recommended, headlight changed, spot light fitted low for dark dirt roads.
Excellent Utube channel you have, still have your sticker!! Cheers
Awesome bro. I’m in Melbourne and just bought a 2018 himmy to do the same. Thanks for sharing your mods. I’ll look into it for sure. Thanks again.
It is a strange bike. You nailed the review, for the right usecase it is best in class. I tested the Scram because I am going on roads and city most of the time. There were some minor annoyances for my tall body (sloping seat, knees on gas tank, bulky sides when standing on pegs). But I bought it anyway. There is no other bike like this that fits my needs so well. Sturdy, cheap, reliable, abs, not much electronic complications, cheap to repair, easy to accelerate, break and turn.
I totally agree with your assessment of the bike. After putting on 4300km on my Himalayan on road, gravel and dirt. I've fallen over a few times on the trail and it still looks new, it's built like a tank.
It is an amazingly tough bike. Not a lightweight to be pushed around by external forces but a bike that builds confidence
I've never ridden a Himalayan but I ordered one recently and it's getting delivered on Monday. I would usually try a bike before ordering one but thanks to reviews like this, I feel safe buying before I try. I also bought it from a very good & trustworthy dealership so I trust its going to work as well as it should.
2019 Himalayan with 9k miles, serviced and has the luggage for £3k, that's about 3,500 usd.
How do you like it?
@@vojtal182 I love it. Its everything I want in a motorcycle
Just traded my softail deluxe for a Himalayan. I live in SW Colorado, work at home and have hundreds of miles of trails all around. I appreciate the info you have provided. It sure helped me make up my mind. Just never really rode the Harley (but I will miss the chrome...)
thats awesome Ron and congratulations
Hey Ol Man Ronin I hope your kicking ass on that hideous disease , I miss you on you tube but the fight is more important than anything else. It's still a little too cold to get the Himalayan and the Harley out here in Oregon, but I loved this video, take care Brother and I hope to meet you on the road some day.
Jim Coquille, OR.... 2021 Himalayan / 2005 883C w/ screaming eagle stage one package.
Get well Bro !!!
thanks Jim. hope to see you on the road as well.
G'day Ronin from Australia, a few members of my bike club have Himalayans and have had adventures ride to the outback areas of Australia, have have been told that they perform as good if not better than the main brands of ATV, and now a wether report, it's the blue skies flood season, most roads are cut, towns underwater and all the rivers braking there banks, it's real bad at the moment, looks great where you are, keep having fun mate, cheers, Neil.
love your videos Ronin. The more of them I watch, the closer I get to grabbing a Himalayan. Dealer near me has them at $4300 right now.
Sounds like a great deal
Yup, had one for about 5-6 months now, get out in the fresh air, up on back trails in the mountains, and hay I'm in no big hurry to go anywhere, if I get to a good high up vantage point I stop and take in the view, if I see a little stream I stop and see if I can spot any fish, or just enjoy the sound of a gurgling stream, don't just fly by at break neck speed, who knows you may never be past this way again, so soak it all in enjoy it! For that reason I enjoy most just puddling along on my own, I don't have to prove anything to anyone and for that reason and all the others you mentioned the Himalayan does me just fine.
P.S. Love the channel, you have a nice laid back style, dare I say it, you showing your age( me too!), finally developing some brains, it's not about the biggest motor or the fastest machine, there is far more to life and enjoying bikes than that!
After a 40 year dirt of dirt bikes, some of which I modified with big tanks for ADV riding, I bought a 2103 V-Strom 650 for my 60th birthday. I wanted to do a bit more long distance, more back road and dirt road touring. It was a nice bike, but I found its limits on rough dirt roads. Many owners probably never would and would be very happy with some suspension modifications. I made the mistake of test riding the 2015 Tiger 800 XCx and found it far better, albeit at twice the price I paid for the Suzuki. I rode that bike all over Oz on dirt Outback highways ( rough, wet, muddy, rutted, stony) and on sealed highways. It was a pleasure to ride after I had modified it to suit my riding style. It was not perfect in several areas, probably reflecting its design brief to be adequate for European ADV style riding.
After looking at it in the shed for two years during Covid lockdowns, I decided that I would sell it. I pulled my 2010 DRZ400E ( ADV modified, 2" lower seat height) from under the sheet and resumed riding. My comments; less weight encourages me to try goat tracks without the fear off dropping it and the costs of breakage ( good) but when the wind and rain storms hit our southern coastal area where I live, the lack of weight allows the DRZ to be blown around like a leaf on the highway at 60 mph.
I can see that the Himalayan makes more sense as first ADV compared to any of the Euro or Jap ADV models ( lower seat, cheaper to repair, cheaper to service, less intimidating with power excess) but it might also be a good choice for me at the other end of my riding career. My decision is do I sell my well sorted dual sport for a bike built for easier roads? I need to organize a test ride! I am recovering from a total hip replacement surgery, so maybe the lower seat height will be the clincher for me for swinging my leg over ( including clearing the luggage) .
I am enjoying watching your videos OMR while I am healing! Now I will rewatch the TH-cam videos of the GS Safaris to see new ADV riders struggle on their 1200 GS bikes; carnage abounds.
Thank you Kym. I enjoyed reading your comment.full of great info and experience. Welcome to the Channel! Cheers
It’s gone to the Mt. Everest base camp and has gone smack dab in the middle of Antarctica. This motorcycle truly will go anywhere.
I sold my triumph 650 🐅 in 1990 when I married and had kids. 32 years on and I just bought a 2022 Himalayan. I'm in Michigan and will be riding on very similar terrain in the northern lower peninsula. I have been enjoying backpack camping and will use the bike to motocamp where the rv dare not tread. Super video content 👌.
Your wood riding reminds me of trails I rode as a youth on my Honda 65 and My Honda SL350. Alas, I don't know of places like that in my old age. I do love my himmy.
I bought mine for round the town riding and its perfect. I was about to pack it up and do some longer distances in the UK and i broke my shoulder. So maybe next year if my arm starts working again. Im lost without riding my bikes.
UGH so sorry about your shoulder, get healed soon and get back out here!! Cheers
@@OlManRonin yeah I love my bikes but shit happens. I enjoy your vids.
@@tenpole41 Thank You
I have a Himalayan. I purchased it in April of 2021. It was my default ride for much of last year and a great deal of this year. I have a Yamaha Super Tenere which I love. I had mechanical issues with the ST that took a protracted length of time to reconcile. Between those obstacles and fuel being more expensive over the summer, I have clocked in about 8,100 miles since first purchasing it.Maybe only 150-175 miles over dirt or otherwise unimproved roads. I'm not extremely demanding of any machines that I own, but I don't park them in the driveway and do nothing but wash and wax them either. Mine has been a joy to ride and own. _For the money I spent on it_, it has given me twice the amount of joy and pride of ownership. I enjoy your thoughts and observations.
Thank you Charlie
Just put about 260 miles on mine yesterday in western Colorado. I did keep her on pavement all day but it was still so much fun. Seeing the leafs change down in the Telluride area with the San Juan’s covered in snow in the background was just stunning. The ride home from that area showed the Himis weakness though. She did struggle on a few hills to stay above 65-70, but that was just a small part of the trip it makes it worth it. I don’t plan on ever getting rid of it. It’s a great bike in town and on mountain back roads. That being said, I have been thinking about getting the toureg 660 for the longer trips where highways can’t be avoided.
Beautiful area and congratulations Christopher
Great video.... Just the perfect bike for local play... Beautiful country to ride in!!
Thanks Dale
Just passed my test and picking one up soon I hope! Great vid.
Yeah am gonna get some back country roads in and try some adv riding.
I got mine idling at 700 - 800 revs , which is probably to slow, so I have fitted a cruise control that enables me to keep its revs up after starting, but I just love that very slow idling bike at the stop lights amongst traffic. 34.5 km's per litre for my last fuel economy check. Cruising along below 3,000 revs in 5th gear, I can rest my feet forward on the engine fender and just relax. Tomorrow I'll go on a 500km cruise to a off road camping festival knowing this little tractor like bike will conquer all before it. Yes its a fantastic Mechanical Mule.!!!
Was hoping to see how you do with it on rougher stuff - steam crossings, gnarly ascents etc. Not for any stunts but just to see how it can sensibly do that stuff for riders like me. As I get closer to 70 I'm looking for a good alternative to my 800GS which btw has taken me everywhere. It's just getting to be a bit of a handful. The Himalayan is available here in Indonesia unlike the Touareg ( dying to try it). The 500cbx doesn't do it for me.
I agree with what you say. Got 6000 on mine. The bike feels planted. Keep up the great work.
Awesomeness and thank you for this comment cheers
picking one up next week! thanks for all your info!
Great video.. couldn't agree more on the fact its forgiving.. would I sell mine? No way. Owned and sold a Ducati 996 (should have kept it as a museum piece it was beautiful to look at), CBR600, CBR 400 but the most fun I've had was my Himmy. Over 50 years old and can't wait to get out on it.. easy going simple to maintain, fuel efficient, doesn't make you feel like the devil is sitting on your shoulder saying "faster faster". It's just a relaxing easy going bike.
Thank you so much for all your Himi videos! Between those and my friend owning an ‘18 model I finally got my own! Motozilli in Warren had a great sale and I couldn’t pass up the opportunity. We have lots of country and back roads where I’m located in northwestern PA and I can’t wait to explore them all! If you’re ever over in eastern OH or western PA it would be great to meet up! Keep up the great content! 😎
Congratulations Jon and welcome to the family
My Himmy is defo a keeper too. I luv that little bike. 275 miles, two up with luggage in a day, no problem. Carrying my inept butt along Englands trails and green lanes, no problem.
Your spot on with everything you say Jeff regarding Royal Enfields Himalayan.
Ride safe man.
Neil
Thank you Neil
Thanks for another honest video about an interesting bike. Your videos about the Enfields have helped me narrow down my next purchase quite a bit... I have yet to find either a Himalayan or Scram to sit on (the nearest dealer to me is almost 150 miles away!) but if I fit on them, it'll be down to one of them or another KLR 650... Oh how I wish they'd make a Scram or Himalayan with a bigger engine! (I've heard rumors that we'll get one with the 650 twin in 2024, but I don't know if I want to wait that long.)
the bike they seem to have next in the ADV category is the 450 Himalayan!
Hi! My 2019 just turned 20 000km since the 15th of January, that a goos bike, and my garage loves working on it, well built, simple, many accessories 👌
I'd like to now your opinion on changing the gear sprocket to a 16 teeth, I've done it on mine, I get 1000 rpm less on 4th and 5th gear. That's a pleasure to ride!
Keeping it on two wheels! Have a good day!
There's a big power and speed mentality in this country and more than motorcycles. Everyone's in a hurry. Take today. Absolutely beautiful. Toured on some nice open roads to relax. There were a lot of motorcycles on the road and everyone trying to do 75-80 on two lane roads. I guess going to the next watering hole. What's the hurry? Perfect day to take it easy and enjoy the ride.
Agreed its crazy for sure
I have a BMW650 GS, single cylinder but i love the look of these, maybe time for a change.
This kind of sample and encouragement is tipping me over. Yeah…naeh…yeah…. Ok gonna work toward gettin me one
Thats a good thing
How about demonstrating how you can get on and off a fully loaded Himalayan. You know what I mean. Its not necessarily easy with a fully laden ATV. The Himalayan center stand makes it easy to get on but how do you get off? Amazingly enough I have found the side stand is upright and strong enough to handle my full weight (115kgs) on the left hand foot peg, and without tipping over I can fling that right leg over. (remember when people complained about the Himalayan side stand being too long) Like wise getting off. Even with the two large pannier box fitted. Check it out. Technique wise you can get a fully laden Himalayan up on its center stand. This is the sort of thing a person seriously going adventure touring really needs to know. No point having a mechanical mule if you cannot get off and on it.
thank you I'll try and do that for you
thinking about getting a 2023 as a backroad, forest roads and tails bike with short stints on highway to get to trails
Too bad Baak doesn’t yet have a slip-on for the 2022 model (Euro 5). I like the sound of yours.
Working in Texas and my Himalayan is in another state. I'm going to have to get a Classic 350 for here so, I don't go crazy. That's my excuse and I'm sticking to it.
You cant go wrong with the Classic. If youre close to Dallas, talk to Michael at Royal Enfield of Fort Worth. Great dealership
Another great one! Thanks, OMR!
Thanks Pete!!!
I live in the southern foothills of the Appalachian Blue Ridge Mountains, with Alabama’s highest point, Mt Cheaha, and the Talladega National Forest in my backyard, so I can’t wait to get the Himalayan out on some trails today.
That's awesome we're on the northwest side of Appalachians. Let us know how you do
@@OlManRonin brother, I had a blast Sunday in the woods! The Himalayan did not disappoint! I went through every type of terrain with ease, boggy mud, slick red clay hills, overgrown brush filled game trails where it just plowed through saplings and over fallen trees. I’ve named my Himalayan “whisper” for it is a soft spoken beast!
@@JustJay133 Thats awesome Jay.
@@JustJay133 Thats awesome Jay.
It's built for us not the others,last night I drove about one hour around the city I just couldn't stop and then: were have you been?what to explain to her?😆😆
Great job. Because you do alot of offroad why did you not go for the 805 shinko or 50/50 tyres, keep it up from downunder, cheers
simply because I also ride on the road alot as well and the 805s wear out on pavement too quickly and I'm cheap lol
on-road = High speed
off-road= slow speed
Himalayan bike is made for both.
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All Roads No Roads!! Welcome and thank you
I have different bikes different purposes I have AGXXR 1000 Suzuki Kawasaki volcanoes And I just bought 2021 Royal Enfield Himalayan It's difficult to get A true all around motorcycle So that's why I have 3 different bikes I like your videos The scenery is beautiful
Thank you Mario
Great video brother. I'm curious how the Scram 411 would do over the same route? I do love the Himalayan you have but now there's something to directly compete with it.
thanks Dennis
I have had mine for 5 weeks I love it it just stalls all the time I I could get that fixed the dealership is not very good I guess I'll try to fix it myself
I think theres going to be a fix coming. Rumor right now. Stay tuned
Mine was doing that and I took it to the dealership, they said it was the ECU, sent it off to Royal Enfield for repair and not had a problem since.
Had to adjust the throttle control sensor and replaced the botch spark plug to a NGK ironium on mine.Helped big time.
On my 2018 it was a faulty FP relay under warranty.. no problems since!
Himalayan= confidence 👍
In this area, the Int is better suited. However, if I could afford a second bike, the Himalayan or Scram would be excellent candidates.
RE twofer.. For the price of a Bonneville you get the 650 Interceptor and a Himalayan.
A few questions for you:
Do you leave the panniers on when you go on the trails? Or are they sufficiently narrow that it's not a concern?
How's the alternator output? is it sufficient for a heated vest and other electrical accessories?
I hope the himalayan 411 will still be for sale in 2023 despite the arrival of the 450. Can't buy it sooner due to other costs.
I'm sure it will be
@@OlManRonin That would be good. I am a Belgian living in Hungary and have a TH-cam channel about it myself. After everything I have explained about emigrating there, the next step is the trip through Hungary. it's so beautiful there, you can't show it from your car. After having seen many motorcycle reviews, I finally ended up with this motorcycle. This is completely in line with the atmosphere of the adventure I am about to experience. You convinced me to do my adventure with this bike. Thank you.
Really interested in getting one of these. My only concern is the closest dealer is about 6.5 hours away. Lots of local bike shops where I live that deal with Kawi, Honda, Suzuki etc. that could do basic maintennce and simple repairs.
I guess if I had a major warranty concern I could load it into my pickup and take to the dealer 6.5 hours away but wondering if others that have bought a REH have had any significant warranty issues or are they pretty dependable?
Thats actually a great question. I personally have had zero issues and I own 3 Royal Enfields.
Hola, yo tengo una Hima 2021 8000 km y ningún problema serio
Are you going to try the 450 when it comes out? I believe I read it will be out 2023.
Definitely
Have a simple but maybe a difficult to answer question; "Simply how similar is the old Yamaha XT500 to the Royal Enfield". I think I would love to get one and if it is similar to the XT500 it is a done deal. Have had several XT500 and hated to get rid of them on transfer duty stations. They were never the best at anything but would do damn near anything without complaint as an acceptable level. The new Japan or European bikes just don't have the simple, cheap, and reliable heart that the old XT500 had and it appears that the Enfield may fit the bill. About the only issue I have is convencing MOM.
I think you answered you own questions there.
@@OlManRonin Thanks for an answer that seems to elude most. Now the only problem is convincing Mom.
@@thomasheer825 haha 😂 you seem to be making progress.
What performance mods do you have on your Himalayan?
I was thinking of adding a DNA air filter and cover and Delkevic exhaust. Not sure whether to add a FuelX lite? Is it required?Anything else you recommend? Cheers
watch my videos on the Himalayan Mods.there are a couple of them
There are some quality issues for Himalayans sold here In South America. Do you think RE have different standards for USA, Europe and the rest of the world?
not at all and I haven't heard of any
Ol' Man can u tell me the seat pad u are using in this video? I need to save my nuts:) I hope you are doing better. I seen your live video and I know you have been dealing with cancer. It sucks! Thinking of you!
Luv Himalayan bike but biggest disadvantage is tube tires.
I prefer tubes, but that might be because im old lol
Excellent channel and content 😎
Hey thanks Pat
@@OlManRonin impressed to say the least! Vroomin!
@@PatSavage thank you again Pat. Excited to see your show. If you ever are in Ohio we should do a video together. Cheers
@@OlManRonin this first season is all about the old world and season 2 comes home to Canada and the US!
@@PatSavage release date??
people pushing this bike redline to redline should pass it up and hopefully will.
99% of all big adventure bikes never go off road. If they do in the US it’s west of the Mississippi.
Agreed
I brought it to dealership for first service 410 dollars they said they didn't have time to find y it stall's they test drove stalled twice on him before he got out of parking lot I was there not happy
Unfortunately some companies arent as customer service oriented as others. Not the bike I hope you understand
So you think it's better than a Honda CRF300L? Seems way to heavy. The Honda seems much more capable.
you ride what you love. no judgment here
@@OlManRonin I think it looks nice but seems to heavy like most so called adventure bikes. Can't beat the price though.
Those damn Scam Likely phone calls... am i right?
lol you saw that I know right lmao
Lmao Iron Lady just said, yeah they're were trying to sell me an Indian lmao
They might be trying to sign you up for some cosmetology classes first. The Indian is like a graduation gift.
@@zfunk123 LMAO truth
I have a 2020 Royal Enfield Himalayan. Most infuriating piece of garbage I've ever owned. Battery is always dead...endless battery replacements. You can't do highway speeds without redlining the engine. Almost no one sells them or services them. Big disappointment. Buy something...anything...else.
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Thanks for the tip
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