2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Adventure Bike Review | Ultimate On and Off-Road Australia!

[@pc5647]

I am assuming this bike you rode didn’t pull to the right? Do you know if RE has found a solution to the issue or is going to recall the ones that do? I’m super keen to get one of these new Himmy 450s providing all is as it should be.

[@ThrottleDownunder]

I did not feel pull to the right at all. Run perfectly straight even with hands off the handlebars

[@starseeddeluxe]

There is some disagreement about how to say the word "Himalayan." I do want to point out that at 2:50, you talk about the mountains, for which the bike is named, and you say: "Him-ilayas" as an American would pronounce the word, but when referring to the bike you switch to the British English pronunciation. There's no right or wrong way to say something, all words are just temporary agreements, but I did find an Australian channel that was unnecessarily snippy and rude about only using the British English version.

[@reubenfevreau3315]

@@starseeddeluxe why does this matter?

[@Yvolve]

I did a test ride a couple of months ago, in Europe (I doubt that matters but still). It rode perfectly straight, even standing up and leaning on the bars. I would go for a test ride as well and see for yourself. I have nothing to do with the brand or anything, just went to a dealer test day as I like 400/450 singles. Having ridden the 411, I was pleasantly surprised.

[@bazzaus]

Got mine yesterday. I'm 71 and had lots of bikes. I love this one.

[@jithinksatheesh4653]

Royal Enfield is becoming Samsung of bike world. Practical premium bikes. Just finished my 15,000 KM in my RE Hunter 350. Its pure love.

[@ThrottleDownunder]

I agree with you totally

[@johnwalton6822]

Had My 450, in black and gold of course for a couple of weeks. Absolutely brilliant. No issues what so ever!

[@ourbluedemon3604]

I’m bloody thrilled with mine! I’ve had it on some snotty single track, sandy gravel, asphalt of course and handles great! It’s not too tall for my shortish 168cm!

[@leeinwis]

Why was it snotty ? Did it talk back ?

[@ourbluedemon3604]

@@leeinwis 😂

[@BikerTorque]

Agree Rob, the Himalayan 450 would make an awesome second bike. Also agree that it’s not top heavy, the weight was no issue for me at all.

[@ThrottleDownunder]

Thanks Ross. I was surprised how much I liked it

[@razerrazer8242]

its top heavy and side stand angle is also also too much lean to the left

[@martyn_g]

@@razerrazer8242you haven’t ridden a T7, then. Getting it off the sidestand is a piece of piss. What’s your baseline of comparison? Also, if you turn the bars, any bike is easy to get it off the sidestand. I saw another reviewer do a lift test from flat and he pulled it up without bending his knees, straightening his back, or using proper lift technique. So I’m not sure what your issue is…

[@warrenhancock5742]

@BikerTorque I keep rubbing the toes of my boots on the road, that's how low I can corner on this beast.

[@warrenhancock5742]

@razerrazer8242 I like it on that angle as it is easier for me to get my leg over. I don't find it top heavy at all. It's a real beast dropping it on the corners. Love it more everyday.

[@warrenhancock5742]

I took one for a test ride and it is as quick in pickup as my Interceptor 650. Loved the led screen with outside temperature, gear indicator all in the one gauge. Starter button and stop button are all on the one switch. I am buying one as a second Enfield I was so impressed. Doesn't sound like a single banger.I didn't find it pulling to the right.

[@rossjackson7134]

Mate is a trials rider, trail rider since the early 70s and a Harley Ultra owner with 165,000 Ks on it (it’s like a new girlfriend, I can’t keep off it) I love the Hymalayan 450 I just bought. My son has the previous model so I bought one so I can ride with him. I absolutely love it. It’s easy to throw around, has enough power and torque and an unbeatable price on the road. I still love my “Cadillac” for burning the highway miles though.

[@barryhughes1612]

I took delivery of mine on the 1st June and love it.

[@ThrottleDownunder]

Glad it's going well for you. Enjoy

[@sameersutube]

I really like your sincere confession, it's not about the tech specs that matter, it's how you feel, how you can manage it when you are astride. Price factor does matter but that's the next factor.

[@thatRoadster]

I drove this one yesterday at night on DND expressway here in India. Easily cruised at 130 kmph infact it's the vibe free zone for this motor. Buying this soon!!!

[@ThrottleDownunder]

Good luck with your purchase 👍

[@Zulu_117_ST]

I love it! Would be a great second bike! Awesome vid, very informative and a great overview for someone contemplating the dirt!

[@ThrottleDownunder]

Thank you so much Rochelle

[@nicolausuhlmann7074]

Awesome review ! Love the channel ! 👍

[@ThrottleDownunder]

Thank you so much

[@Jonathan-L]

Great presentation TD! ... Exactly what people want to hear. Thanks for not waffling on about specs. Straight to the point about the experience. Looking forward when you can do a review on the new CFMOTO 450MT :)

[@ThrottleDownunder]

Thank you for kind words. They are rare on the internet haha. And yes I'd love to try the CF

[@toddclarke2348]

Great review mate. Ive seen so many reviews on this bike and stop watching most because of all the crying and complaining. How refreshing it is to hear someone actually talking about the pros of this bike. Like you said for the price and what you get its a no brainer for me. Cheers.

[@ThrottleDownunder]

Thanks Todd I appreciate it

[@joshdoddadbod]

Thanks for the review. Was concerned about power but it sounds like it has plenty for what I need.

[@whatsstefon]

Great little review. Great bike. I’d love to ride one. I do miss my old 411. The thing did work hard with not much poke left at National speed limits. Great to know it can overtake safely when needed.

[@ThrottleDownunder]

You'd love this one Stef

[@idontwantahandle12345]

👍Good job! I am in UK my bike arrives end June. It’s funny about the differing opinions about weight. I have seen a number of KZbinrs moaning about it. I ride my friends and it just isn’t that bad. I appreciate everyone has opinions and yours are well delivered. Unfortunately, having opinions and being opinionated are different things. They seem to want to just bash RE. 😃

[@ThrottleDownunder]

I think its heavy compared to a Dirt Bike and average compared to ADVs. You're right though, people love to hate on Enfields for some reason

[@mjfalcon007]

Thank you for the honest review it was very informing. Nice trick with the branding of the speed dial on the freeway ;)

[@kingrock6128]

Hello man I have a Harley too a dyna street bob and now I have a new Himalayan 452 in my garage and absolutely love this bike

[@ThrottleDownunder]

Glad you love it

[@Diego_BDMC]

Hey dude, I’m an owner of a Harley Davidson StreetGlide, how is your experience with this new 450 motorcycle? Coming from Harley it will be very useful to me your answer can you drive at 140 km/h on the highway without the forced engine? Or what would be the cruising speed? Traveling two people on board, do you feel comfortable on the road? Thanks 🤝🏻

[@kingrock6128]

@@Diego_BDMC hey man I have a Harley and Himalayan 450 it's totally different bikes. The Himalayan is adventure bike better I call it a dual sport bike and it's very light the Harleys is very heavy. Harley is better for the highways but with the Himalayan can go everywhere better country roads. You can easily cruising 120-130kmh and 2up and it's very economical bike.i pick my Harley for highways with my wife and I pick Himalayan for adventure and dirtroads for mountainroads county roads etc

[@ShadowVonChadwick]

I'm a 452 owner, haven't had the opportunity to do much yet (wet & cold), but I am shore I made the right choice. Keeping my KLX400e (DRz) for the tough stuff and trips to the shop. Was looking for a low k F800gs & then the Himalayan was released a t a price point where I jumped at it. Having been an Itchy Boots follower for a few years, I was sold. Looking forward to a trip to my brother's block behind Taree for some camping soon, have a route planned, as the weather is becoming a bit more conducient to winter travel on dirt roads. And hope to capture some footage doing so. Cheers from Brissy.

[@RetiredAdventureRider]

Seriously considering the 450 in the future. They haven't landed in Canada yet.

[@ThrottleDownunder]

I hope they come soon. I recommend you test ride first. They aren't for everyone but I really like them

[@jay-vo7rx]

Great honest review. Too few have to much to say. Awesome bike. Loving mine.

[@ThrottleDownunder]

Thank you so much

[@BigBert]

Nice work Rob, you look very comfortable throwing that bad boy around in the bush after riding the BMW 😎👌

[@ThrottleDownunder]

Haha it much light than the GS for sure

[@susanowen5505]

I would also like it as a second bike, I have a Triumph tiger sport 660

[@stefkourtesis5931]

Between royal Enfield which bike would you choose for a new rider the Himalayan or the interceptor?

[@agro1942]

Great video mate, just discovered you. Very genuine down to earth review from a real world rider.

[@TheEnfieldGuy]

Great video Rob. I agree with all you've said. After putting several hundred kms on one, I can confidently say (well in my opinion anyway) this is the best new RE since the Continental GT 535. As a novice off-road rider, it was super forgiving & on road it was perfect in every way. Yes I'm biased, but it would be pretty hard to beat on bang for buck. Let me know if you get one and a few of us should do a beginner trail ride and overnight camp 🍻

[@LRobinson1972]

I have a 535 GT, bought it new. Also have a BMW R1200 GS. Would gladly make the Himalayan bike #3.

[@hachewie]

I think this bike looks like a proper off road bike.

[@ThrottleDownunder]

They have nailed to Styling

[@karanchaudhary8353]

FYI watch 'itchy boots ' video about Himalayan if you wanna know about it's off road capability she took this bike on world most remote and rough tarain in literal himalayas and rode it through desert , mountain, highway everywhere you can imagine.

[@constantin1959]

Thank you for your very thorough review!!

[@BennosShed]

G'day Rob. This could be a good option as a part time user while traveling, thats i if can actualy get the project out of the shed. Eigther way it might be worth a test ride just to see for myself if will do the job. Cheers mate Ride safe.

[@ThrottleDownunder]

I think it would be perfect for thay Benno

[@RoadsOfOz]

Nice review mate. Can see one of these sitting next to the Harley down the track.

[@ThrottleDownunder]

One day. Maybe a Cape trip

[@Juhiking]

Love it Rob! Looks like a good bike

[@ThrottleDownunder]

I really enjoyed it

[@amitchodankar1989]

Absolutely agree with you 🤗👍

[@ThrottleDownunder]

Thank you

[@Journeyandpixels]

Hey mate have booked mine on Friday will get it most probably by Monday and now when I am checking out the reviews I am kind of confuse now about bike having issues like stalling,pulling to the right perticularly has been mentioned by many please help me coming over the dilemma should I just buy it and leave the things on destiny or be patient a wait for the new lot?

[@andrewlawrence5299]

As a HD owner, why not go for a more premium Adventure bike over the RE Himalayan? What appeals to you on the more rugged 450? I am a HD owner myself, I am between a few ADV bikes, the Himalayan tops my list right now. The price tag seemingly cannot be beaten for the bike RE is providing.

[@TheSlab24]

Top heavy is one of my fears about an adventure bike - this is attractive, nice review!

[@timlubbers2884]

Any adv bike with reasonable ground clearance will feel top heavy, at least to a point. I think it’s a issue of comparison; I ride a klr and compared to my (past) 800gs and especially my Africa twin the klr is light, but compared to my (past) crf250l my klr is heavy… I think that question of top heavy or not should be compared to its direct competition for your dollars. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@tazyt3388]

I’d have one mate it’d come down to parts access and serviceability great vid rob hope ya well cheers

[@ThrottleDownunder]

Tazy you could rip these through the Tassie forests

[@jimmydickson8854]

I like the bike it’s good value ,I like there’s no plastic on it ,I live in Aust like your self ,due to the isolation os the bush the only concern iv got is the ride by wire if it goes wrong when you are far out in the bush how do you fix it ,I think a cable version would be better it would be cheaper to produce at least you can fix a cable out in the bush

[@Barnie104]

Yes I want one to put alongside the Harley but I would have to sell the Interceptor

[@ThrottleDownunder]

I also love Interceptors too. But I do recommend you give these a try

[@adityan3208]

Interceptor should be smoother throughout it's rev range and the Himalayan should have a better suspension and seat?

[@hughmac7423]

I would like to have it as a "second bike" too. Then I already have a 1988 Low Rider with a sidecar, a Pan Am, 1971 Honda CB500 (600cc) track bike and a 1974 Yamaha DT400 motocross bike. I think I'll have a hard time justifying it as a second bike lol.

[@602North]

It’s a great looking bike. If I add another two wheeler to the stable and am healthy enough to ride, one version or another of Royal Enfield will be in my garage.

[@pietervanderzee9998]

Himalayan 450 is fantastic. The 411 also

[@leeinwis]

The 411 is trash

[@LRobinson1972]

Is that soft bag you have a R E accessory? Thoughts on accessories?

[@jimmydickson8854]

The bike is fast enough for the speed limits in Australia easy can do it ,it dose every thing it says on the tin

[@TheTruckdriver999]

Great review rob

[@tayronerodrigues1289]

olá do Brasil!! qual seria melhor, versys 300 ou himalayan 450? Eu tenho uma versys x 300 e me pergunto se é um upgrqde trocar pelo RE 450... Penso que a RE tem melhor suspensão e tecnologia!! Só tenho duvidas quanto ao desempenho de ambas das motos.. Abraços

[@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

lots of nice upgrades for sure! Having a 23 Himmy it suits all my needs for the purpose I ride. The 411 is tested and true so i’ll stick with it and i like the ugly duckling lol. The speed? i can do 65mph on the highway which is fine and as i’ve said this machine makes me slow down and be “present”. both AWESOME sleds and off road riding is a great world to be in 🎉

[@ThrottleDownunder]

I love watching your adventures on the Himi

[@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

@@ThrottleDownunder appreciate that Robbo!

[@frankpinion4937]

I owned 2 Himalayan's. first one was a carby model & the second was injected. Their were in my opinion a couple of fairly obvious short comings of the bike. 1 effected it more off road & the other issue effected it's on road performance. I'm talking about the weight or excess weight with old model coming in at 200 kg with fluids (kerb weight). This is exactly the same weight as my MotoGuzzi '07 750 V twin with shaft drive. The other issue was a general lack of performance on the road. I'm not talking about speeding but just passing somone in passing lane it's top speed was 120 kph. Now they've addressed the mid to high end power issue with a new higher reving twin cam four valve engine, however for the most part the weight issue has remained with the new one coming in at 196 kg kerb weight. This isn't so good & the fact that the side stand has the bike leaning over further than ever before makes the weight of the bike immediatly noticeable. Something that wouldnt' have helped is the new forward mounted shock which has not only lengthened the bike but also meant having to put the air cleaner under the tank. So you guessed it-now you have to remove the tank to get to the air cleaner (thanks to some moron designer wearing a suit & tie). Pro link on the previous Himalayan worked fine & obviously took up a lot less room. Not helping the weight situation is that now the bike is taller, wider & longer than previous model. In fact it's very close to the size of a middleweight bike like the F850GS, Tenere 700 & the Tuareg 660. In contrast the new Triumph Scrambler 400X comes in at 179 kg. That's a massive difference especially when you're man handling the bike in difficult terrain or you're having to turn around on a cambered hill. Sadly I think it could have being better if they's stuck to improving the short falls of the previous model. I don't think enough attention has being payed to user's comments about the outgoing model. This is unfortunate. I disagree-you comment in your opinion it has overcome the power issues however if you watch Itch boots on the pre production model in india on difficult terrain she was frequently having to slip the clutch & rev it in more difficult slow going conditions. This i noticed more than once in her real world tests. I got the impression it needed 1 tooth smaller sprocket on the front to give it a bit mroe tractibility as it lacked the low end pull of the LS410 engine with the long stroke. I also disagree with your comments about the weight & being top heavy. It's heavy for a 450cc bike at 196 kg. Itchy boots even commented she felt it was still too heavy & she felt that Royal Enfield made motorcycles like tank's that were indestructible. I'm not sure why they presist with steel swing arm's which most other manufacturers dropped years ago. I think it looks better in black as it disguises the fact that it has such a gigantic tank with tiny side covers. I've heard it mentioned by quite a few people that they don't like the look of it. So clearly it's not to everyone's taste. Personally I don't like it. I think Triumph have done a far better job with their Scrambler 400X as well as retaining the retro look which blends nicely with the other scramblers in the range. This to me doesn't look anything like the old Himalayan apart from the metal frame beside the tank.

[@Willberight2moro]

The new RE Guerilla is more scrambler, like the Triumph, if it's looks you are after, but won't have the same off road ability as the Himmy. Love comes with time together...

[@HarleyThrottleJuice]

Not my thing, but I reckon that the new styling and performance will grab the attention of many. ✌️

[@ThrottleDownunder]

Thanks Rog

[@MRTPR]

Interesting bike mate, I agree a much better looking bike, than the old one.

[@ghostwarrior79ghost10]

hi, recently in india 2 himi 450 chassis have break down

[@TwoWheelerSparky]

I'm curious to see how they'd go in the real gnarly tracks with different tyres. Did you get a lend bike from Royal Enfield? Lucky bugger!

[@robertmoore517]

Seriously considering switching from a DRZ400 to a Himalayan

[@Beema41]

What’s the story on the frames snapping near the rear mount?

[@flyingkiwi215]

Aftermarket untested crash guards and not properly fastened.

[@jimmydickson8854]

May be the Enfeild engineers in there research and development could do some thing about the vibes as they used the engine as part of the frame ,we know it’s a single and you expect some vibration but may be they could do something to reduce the vibes ,it’s still a good bike and for value you can’t beat it in the bike market it’s definatly a winner it dose every thing it says on the tin ,oh it can do with a longer side stand ,jimmy west Aust

[@podunkman2709]

There's not much u can do with single cylinder. The vibration, this anoying metalic noise. But 2 cylinder engine requires know-how and big investment. This is main reason why chinese motorcyvles are NOT on same level like japanese or european.

[@starseeddeluxe]

I think I realized why there is a vibration problem. It's geared too low. Apparently the Himalayan turns 5,700 rpms at 70mph (110 kmh). Hopefully someone can make a 10 tooth smaller rear sprocket, or a 2 tooth larger front countershaft sprocket, or both. My 1977 XS400 Yamaha twin had about 30 horsepower. It turned a similar 6,000 rpms at 70 mph, which was not acceptable to me. After putting a tiny rear sprocket on (from a Honda CB160 twin) the Yamaha would creep down the road at just above an idle at 60 mph. They say it only takes about 7 horsepower to go 60 mph, so you don't need to be turning 5,700 rpms. The super low gears on modern motorcycles is an abomination. Why would anyone want to be turning 5,700 rpms at 70 mph?

[@Chooky88]

Good review. Driving me nuts with your pronouncing Himalayan. Him a lay an. Anyway. Good review.

[@ThrottleDownunder]

Thanks bud. Haha yes actually that pronunciation comes directly from the CEO or Royal Enfield 😄 🤙🤙

[@malcolmmathers2690]

i had a carbed 411 hwy performance was lacking i was getting over taken by trucks on up hills on hwy not good i sold it and bought a dr 650 much better interested in one off thesei was going to trade my 650 on one but dealer offered such a lousy deal ill try sell private

[@jimmydickson8854]

Hel take a DR to the cape

[@graantmnz]

i have heard some say himarlian ...there is no R in himalayas hence no R in Himalayan...and Sir Edmund Hillary NEVER said anything other than Himalayas...NO R in it

[@ThrottleDownunder]

Haha I know mate I agree. However the Indians, and the Nepalese, who live in the Himalayas....say it like that as I discovered while I travelled through there last year 🤙

[@graantmnz]

@@ThrottleDownunder well they need a little English pronunciation education...its like the yanks who say Marzda ,,,there is no R in Mazda.

[@flyingkiwi215]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@graantmnzHimalayan and Himalayas are not English words therefore not miss pronounced.

[@RwP223]

I called the AFP to report you for speeding and they said they don't care and to stop wasting their time.

[@Saicharangudivada11]

What is the price himalayan 450 in usa

[@habibkolsawala786]

The bike is doing a top speed of 164kmpl I have done it myself

[@nosignal88]

Himalllliyunnnn

[@thelonewolf666]

i wish you would pronounce the make properly

[@Antigod420]

Decent product but the after sale service is the worst. Wait till you break this bike in two 😂

[@podunkman2709]

This motorcycle is poorly made, it has an ugly and non-functional dashboard, some things such as the central stand do not work, but it is a great fun to ride off-road. You can drive it on asphalt because it drives great, but the pitifully weak engine is not suitable for that. And it's not about speed (although driving above 100 km/h is a challenge), but about very frequent gear changes - a complete lack of flexibility. It's a simple off-road machine and it's great in that role. I am not convinced by the durability of this motorcycle. I hope I'm wrong.

[@buzzlightyear1484]

Yeah pure hating 😂

[@podunkman2709]

​@@buzzlightyear1484Read again. There's no single word of hating.

[@podunkman2709]

​@@sumityadav2177U would not want to go that speed with this motorcycle. In 110km/h I was in other dimension 😅

[@timlubbers2884]

@@podunkman2709🤦🏻‍♂️

[@davidbesant]

Pitifully weak compared to what? Don't get the comment about the centre stand either. It's stable and is easy to get it on and off the stand. What more to you want from a centre stand? The poorly made comment too; again, compared to what?

[@SamsungS1000]

No thanks. My 411 motor blew up at just 11000 miles leaving me stranded in the middle of buttfuck nowhere. There's plenty of evidence that himmi motors have a shelf life of 36k miles. Infact i don't think there's a single himmy engine that has successfully traversed past that. They all blow up as soon as it hits that magic figure which is sorta impressive as i wouldn't have imagined RE having the technical competence for pulling off a planned obsolescence-kill switch😂. This new fangled LC engine is a first for royal enshit and i don't plan on being a beta tester for them again. Besides, the KTM 390 is still superior in just about every way. Why experiment with 3rd world garbage.

[@adityan3208]

Idk about the shelf life but you're hilarious

[@mc8627]

For God’s sake stop saying Hi-mar-lee-un.

[@leeinwis]

We'll pronounce it any way we please .

[@steveelliott5643]

Thanks for this,why on earth havent they done a 650 or 700? I got the missus and all her bloomn luggage👜🩰💄🧥