★ 2024 ROYAL ENFIELD HIMALAYAN 450 REVIEW ★

A review on the brilliant new royal enfield himalayan 450
kindly loaned by poole moto
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[@jaegermeister1968]

I was never a RE fan but the 450 Himalayan is a fantastic motorcycle that I want to buy right now and can't get. Completely sold out in Austria and endless pre-orders

[@nebula234]

SOLD OUT???... WHAT?? CANT BELIEVE THAT 😅😅

[@Rick-ve5lx]

Maybe you should wait. It’s prudent to avoid the Mark 1 version of anything. Any problems should be addressed in the Mk2 version. (Remember the Mk1 Himalayan 411 with the weak frame at the headstock?)

[@podunkman2709]

Well, it gves a lot of fun when off-road. But on paved road the engine is so weak (not 'speed' but no engine flexibility - u change gear every second), dashboard is so primitive, the workmanship is asian and ... u have to change oil each 6000km. Almost there

[@stevendegoodmojosmet4034]

I like how it looks , great colors too. greatings from Belgium.

[@kalaharimine]

A lot more impressive than expected for a heavy 450 single.

[@CosmicSeeker69]

My view: people who go cross continent touring will buy the Himmy. Those who ride to Starbucks will buy the CFMoto...

[@typing...3109]

5years ago I bought my 1st cfmoto 650mt before and after pandemic I clocked 42,000 kms on it did twice loop ride in my whole country and 3 endurance race in it each endurance covers 1800kms for 24 hrs to finish. I don't think cfmoto is for wannabes rider ✌️

[@SteveInskip]

The CFMoto is a very capable bike. If the new Himalayan is as good it’ll be a decent bike.

[@geddstock]

They are winning moto3 races as well

[@HeadhunterUK007]

Paint, finishings and build look made to last and seems to hit the sweet spot in terms of price (ownership and running costs), practicality and performance. What a bike.

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

A proper modern RE bike. That was needed. Got my like. :)

[@steveh7823]

Engine and info/nav display are winners. I expect they will appear in road versions. Big 👍 to RE for offering bikes with a centre stand as standard. I hope to see bikes with a rear DTRL red light bar above the number plate for added visibility.

[@lestersmyth692]

Impressive I’m sure RE will sell boatloads reasonably priced too. I can definitely see some Triumph influence likely due to RE having poached a designer or two from them. Good to see decent mudguards front and rear other manufacturers please take note. The dash looks great and they even have the tachometer and speedo the correct way round unlike Triumphs 400. Thanks Mark good overall review 👍

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

I was never a fan of the bike Itchy Bits rode as it always seemed too boxy/angular to me. This however is a vast improvement, and assuming its power output is sufficient for your needs it's hard to see why you wouldn't consider this machine. I like it.

[@markpulling12]

Many thanks Julian 😀

[@krisdieber9459]

This is the bike Itchy Boots rode

[@shaunukhiking]

@@krisdieber9459 I think he meant in the early days. She started off with a gen1 bike. shes had the Gen2 recently true.

[@alangee2200]

Itchy BOOTS !

[@davidwolfe9722]

I think it was a joke.😁​@@alangee2200

[@The_Arby]

Definitely a big improvement over the older model and looks great now...Nice one Mark, great review as always 🙂

[@markpulling12]

Many thanks:) I enjoyed it ....feels much more refined now

[@andyhoney7030]

That is what you call a review. Absolutely brilliant Ive watvhed a ton of reviews on this bike & yours is head n Shoulders above any other on KZbin . Well done

[@markpulling12]

Thanks Andy I appreciate that Cheers mark

[@christopherturner9330]

Ive been waiting for your review of this Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Mark. Such a great practical motorcycle with style. Lovely build quality and the paint work and welds look great and I,m certain that Royal Enfield would have been rigorous with their R&D and "in the field " real world testing before bringing this massively updated Himalayan 450 to the Showroom floor. It looks finished and complete in so many ways.

[@markpulling12]

Many thanks Christopher 😁

[@FairWeatherMotorcyclist]

Great review. I think it's gona be another Great success for RE.. and most likely my next bike.... iam gonna leave it for a year just to see if any thing pop up .. recalls etc. 👍

[@wombal177jim]

That's a nice bike! great review as always Mark thanks what is the nut thing for again to undo the front axle interesting, I will be having a look at one of these beauties

[@markpulling12]

Yes the nut is for the front axle Cheers mark

[@benjaminjames8657]

This is brilliant, thank you so much, you got this out quickly 🤘

[@keithallan8200]

Excellent first review Mark, thanks for that.

[@peter7624]

Looks like a lovely bike. Great fit and finish and great performance and economy. As you said Mark, a step up for Enfield. Great informative video as always, Cheers.

[@trevorsmith8487]

Most comprehensive review I've seen, thank you. I'm only ten minutes from Verwood and keep thinking I'll bump into you at Alderholt Churchill Arms one Tuesday evening but not seen you there yet Mark ;)

[@markpulling12]

Thanks Trevor I'll keep the Churchill arms in mind Best wishes mark

[@PhilipBallGarry]

An excellent review Mark as expected. Thanks so much. Real world opinions from a normal biker's perspective. Looks very capable and might just be all the adventure bike you need.

[@markpulling12]

Glad you enjoyed it....yes for real world riding a great machine:) Cheers mark

[@TheZanshen]

Great review. Poole is a great part of the country .Spent a lot of time down there.

[@fragasm726]

Thanks from Minnesota, USA. Excellent review! I appreciate you mentioning your height as I am a taller rider and I was curious about the fit. I'm hoping these come in soon because I was just about to pull the trigger on a Scram 411 but this extra power is much needed here! Nobody seems to have a good idea when they will arrive here.

[@markpulling12]

Many thanks.... greetings to the USA 😁 best wishes mark

[@petervincent393]

Brilliant review as ever Mark; by far the best on KZbin.

[@markpulling12]

Many thanks I appreciate it 😊

[@christopherhorton5449]

A great review. I like the look of this. I wasn't sure about the display, but it is growing on me. The Tripper nav looks great though. There are some nice touches for a bike at this price point.

[@brettroman3218]

RE just keeps hitting out of the ballpark eh Mark! Great review as always,cheers !

[@Jaffsynwa]

Very nice review thanks also at 21.18 A very steady old Honda Super dream? I had a silver one CFH66T £749 otr

[@ianhalliwell8604]

As a GoldStar owner i love a single engine and this new Enfield really ticks all the boxes and doesn't it look great in the black colour. In my eye's a much better bike than the Triumph. You forgot to mention it has a seriously decent front mudguard as all bikes should have but so few actually do.

[@JohnSmith-xw5qe]

The more I see this bike the more I like it! I think this is my fav colour as well! Very good video mark😎👍🏻

[@markpulling12]

Thanks John yes lovely colours Best wishes mark

[@Alex-io6ky]

weird it does grow on you the tank shape and general stance

[@sambagogo777]

Really liking the effective simplicity of the dashboard layout design. Everything is clearly legible at a glance. Take note, Triumph with your dog's dinner of a display on the current Street Triple 765 RS!

[@petewebb6952]

Great presentation. Looks like a good bike. What with the state of our roads 🇬🇧 a bike like this might be the thing.

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Great update RE! Excellent Review Mark!!!

[@barryjmarling]

Really love this colour,imho a great looking bike,love the TFT a real winner for RE,great informative review as always.👍🏻

[@robertlindstrom540]

RE seems to genuinely listen to bikers and do their best to deliver what we want. And for every new bike they strive to better quality and finish. This one should fly off the shelves at the dealers,. Good review, you covered the essentials.

[@RenegadeMaster_]

Now that's taste looking. Beautiful bike

[@andreajesuspirlo]

Top notch review as usual. You surely gave the little sherpa quite a flogging on the highway. Glad it pulled through with FLYING COLOURS.

[@markpulling12]

Many thanks....it impressed in all areas best wishes mark

[@thesussexrider]

Another great review - thank you

[@svaralen]

Good indeed!! Nice bike and thanx for your excellent review as always 👍

[@markpulling12]

Many thanks:)

[@neilcole3406]

I always check out your reviews for an honest opinion Mark!

[@martynpearce4754]

Mark, What are your thoughts on position of back brake and gear lever positions? I found them quite tucked in toward the engine for my big boots on the 411? Nice review again.

[@markpulling12]

Hi Martyn... .I didn't notice any problems so I'm guessing it's absolutely fine Best wishes mark

[@abadanr]

Always excited when I see you have a new review out! Character wise: how does this engine compare to your 350? Thanks

[@markpulling12]

Hi it's a short stroke engine....whereas the hunter is long stroke ...so the new Himalayan is much faster free er revving than the plodding hunter ....but both are brilliant in their own way Best wishes mark

[@buzzlightyear1484]

​@@markpulling12it is actually not a short stroke engine and that is why it has vibes at 90 km/h. It is a square engine meaning its almost long stroke. For good torque and power.

[@CosmicSeeker69]

​@@buzzlightyear1484I think that he may have meant short-er stroke engine....

[@Trev350]

A very thorough and accurate review Mark. Nice job. I rode the demo bike at Bob Minions in Derby last week and simply loved it. I think it's going to be a big hit for Royal Enfield.

[@markpulling12]

Many thanks Trevor....it's going to be a great seller Cheers mark

[@ernsthammargren1899]

What a nice bike💥Thanks Mark for your excellent presentation of this ingenuous and modern Himalayan 450 👌

[@markpulling12]

My pleasure I really appreciate that 😊

[@garymasterson1174]

Looks like my perfect second bike. ATVB

[@RobinWinterton]

Royal Enfield have really stepped up the quality with this bike. I guess its in direct competition with the 400 Triumphs. Another great review as always Mark. Thanks.

[@akula6098]

Thanks for the review Mark. So in the Voge DS525x review one of your replies to a comment was that you thought you may prefer it over the Himalayan 452. Thoughts now?

[@markpulling12]

Very close but yes I'd go for the voge just because of it's much better frontal area...better wind protection....it just suits my style better Cheers mark

[@phillipchandler8862]

I came down to Poole when the pre production models were there and was quite impressed with the bikes. Tubeless are the models to go for I think. Good value for money. Sitting on the bike I think the weight is well disguised with a fairly low center of gravity. Very good review. Cheers Mark👍👍

[@markpulling12]

Yes it didn't feel that heavy to me and on the move it was great... Best wishes mark

[@jamesprice7470]

Another great bike mark it great.royal enfield has done it again.

[@TheDervMan]

Love that dash 😎

[@ianleaver4967]

Excellent review, I think this could definitely be the bike for me.

[@CoolITTrends]

Excellent review. Great price. Looks fab!! 🏍️

[@Doughboy39]

Excellent review such a big improvement on the previous model

[@kyotosal]

Tested in the Himalayans. I definitely want one. Thanks Mark.......Sal : ).

[@norsehall309]

G'day Mark, even though I'm not into Aventure bikes this 450 from Royal Enfield with sell well, the new more powerful motor suits Australia conditions, l would gladly take one into the outback and be sure l would come back, great review, cheers Neil 🤠, PS this bike is advertised cheeper here.

[@marcmelis8584]

Hey Mark, This was my first choice and is now also available from us. Beautiful motorcycle, looks really nice and has many options in terms of settings on the dash, drives very well. greetings Marc

[@quentinjackson6015]

Years ago I rode a single cylinder Suzuki SP 370 trail bike - I suppose you might consider that and the Yamaha XT 500 to be early adventure style bikes. Those 'thumpers' were great fun to ride and this new Himalayan 450 seems to be carrying on a genre where those bikes left a gap. A great review of a bike offering a lot of adventures for the dosh! Cheers.

[@markpulling12]

Many thanks Quentin 😄

[@bonniechops1]

Never rated the previous gen but this new Himalayan looks and performs brilliantly 10/10

[@vince6219]

This is the RE single cylinder motor they should have brought out 4 year ago... Love this bike!!. RE have always been lacking on top end, 70Mph was the let down for me but this looks great and now as the power 💪. I think the small issue is the price.. will the price put people off?, one of RE big selling points was the price, you could get a nice bike for little over 4K. thanks for another great review Mark 👍

[@mantarayal]

Great review. I think they've nailed it. The bike looks great - especially in this black on gold. As a 6 footer (183cms) this bike would fit like a glove. Engine sounds SWEET!! I'd like to know if the speed on this video is in miles or kms though.

[@tpv59]

Yes it does both, depending on which country you live in!

[@andybiker2236]

Hi I enjoy the video very much I am worried about the vibration but you seem to like the bike so it been very helpful I have subscribe

[@markpulling12]

The vibration is well below average for a single cylinder...all good Thanks for the sub Best wishes mark

[@andybiker2236]

@@markpulling12 thank you one of the best reviews

[@mloclam6917]

They finally made it look nice

[@billjones3071]

For the price what’s not to like !!!! Great bike

[@naturalforlife6741]

Nice review. Nice looking bike.👍 I would buy this over an XT250 for the price.

[@brikfiend]

Very Nice Review chief . Certainly very interested in one .

[@martinehulme8743]

I saw this in the shop, like it.. great review mark 🩵

[@nigelfisher3756]

Thanks for the review, Mark? On initial impressions it looks good vfm. Build quality looks better, electronics upgrade and water cooled. It’s going to need a test ride for curiosity, if nothing else. It looks a tad overweight. With 2 plus luggage on board I’d be slightly concerned about any long(er) distance work; could be wrong, of course, but a concern. Fine for solo, absolutely. I think the new Chinese CF Moto 450mt could prove very stiff competition; Enfield is well established…..not sure if I could (yet) part with the folding on a Chinese bike. You are a bit naughty, Mark! Why not have a ball and squish through those puddles on the gravel track, cover it in mud and let’s see where the crud gets with the long front mudguard and rear fender (welcome inclusions)!

[@Hinckley_Biker]

At last a sensible ADV bike that you can get your feet down without needing platform boots!! Really nice bike this Mark, I think it looks great! 👍

[@markpulling12]

Thanks Peter 😁

[@Hinckley_Biker]

@@markpulling12 Dennis 😉

[@markpulling12]

@@Hinckley_Biker oh yes sorry of course ....it's hard to remember everybody's names lol 😂

[@Hinckley_Biker]

Mark, that's a good thing!! 😁 It shows how many subscribers you have and the comments you get, definitely one of the easiest watches on KZbin! 🙌

[@rogerwilliams2902]

Cracking little bike , excellent price too. Why power modes with 40 hp beyond belief in my view, but hey ho , modern way I suppose. With the volume of todays traffic, perfect bike in my view. Nice video again Mark.

[@CosmicSeeker69]

Welcome to a world where people give personal responsibility and skill to a computer setting 🤦‍♂️

[@daddystu7046]

@@CosmicSeeker69 Might aswell catch the bus.... or a JohnnyCab.

[@kyotosal]

Got to love the tubeless tires on this one too, which I forgot to mention.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Good evening (well almost morning) Mark. I took one out today, and had the same frame rate issue (maybe worse than yours), using my DJI Osmo Action 3…..such a shame, but how could we know 🙄 Great review as always, it’s a belting bike, which I fell in love with.

[@markpulling12]

Thanks Ian I've never had that problem with flickering on any dash on any other bike I've reviewed....150 bikes plus....I think there are settings...pal nstc ....video software to edit maybe but I couldn't figure it out Must be that the Enfield dash is constantly flickering like a fluorescent light but you can't see it with the naked eye....glad I'm not the only one lol Best wishes mark

[@hellfire8395]

Change antiflickering settings of camera to 50hz.it will solve the problem.

[@chrisb5986]

Great bike, great video. People should accept that synthetic oil lasts WAY longer than 3000mi. 5000-10000mi easily.

[@iandunipace]

about time might appeal to younger riders. more modern look and plenty of bling.

[@lloydallin4706]

What's it going to be like for the DIY maintenance guys and gals amongst us, how easy is valve servicing and simple things like filters and oil change. Thanks

[@markpulling12]

Access to the engine is simple as no fairings to remove Routine maintenance should be relatively simple on these Best wishes mark

[@shaunfleming8668]

Bit like a single cylinder VStrom. I like it ❤

[@fingerhorn4]

Great review Mark. I cannot see any advantage of this bike over the new Honda 500 Hornet, unless you go off road often. The Honda is a little pricier but so much more accomplished: More comfortable, faster, more economical, much better dash, lighter. I suppose it boils down to personal preference and style.

[@fabiopais913]

​@markpulling12 great video mark. Between this one and the triumph scrambler 400 x .. whats you opinion?

[@markpulling12]

Hi the Himalayan is much better for serious off roading.....if you are mainly on road I'd get the triumph Best wishes mark

[@fabiopais913]

@@markpulling12 Tks for the feedback Mark. Any particular reason prefering the scrambler for on road?

[@BigJock0]

Hi Mark, Always liked the look of the Himalayan, too small for me though. Was thinking of getting a 2009 BMW KL1300GT, what are your thoughts on that bike?

[@markpulling12]

The BMW is a fantastic bike ...my friend had one ....160 hp and superb handling....I would buy one myself Cheers mark

[@ironhorsehero1988]

I tried the old brilliant one, liked it but lacked power, if you want to get to somewhere interesting chances are you’ll need to use some motorway unless you want to take half the day just getting there. Great review, liked it up until you got to the rear indicator/brake lights, way too many bikers being hit by other vehicles without them being utterly confused by your weird rear light set up.

[@markfranks1329]

Judging by the large amount of encouraging comments, it certainly appears that this bike has been eagerly anticipated, Mark. The reports coming back from testers, including yours, leave no doubts that RE have successfully evolved this bike into something contemporary and desirable when compared to its capable but somewhat uninspiring and rather dull predecessor. Good report as always, Mark.👍

[@simongilbert2704]

seems a winner straight out ;;;

[@reddestrook3109]

Might need a bike like this with the way England's roads are going...

[@jimmydickson8854]

It’s not a long stroke like the old one you got to keep the revs up even when you take off ,it’s an all steel no nonsense bike for the prices it’s pretty good bang for buck it’s kind of built like a tank ,

[@Ironpine27]

The new himalyan's engine still has a long stroke as far as I know. It is simply more capable of higher and more sustained revs due to the liquid-cooling.

[@trevjones1315]

The only thing I don't like is not having a dedicated rear light. It's what people behind you are looking for not this new weird way of doing things. Cracking review though 👍

[@tpv59]

YES it DOES have a rear tail and stop light. They are integrated into the turn signals.

[@SouthWest-jj8yu]

It looks like a much better bike in many ways. Does have an app that puts mapping and navigation onto the screen?

[@markpulling12]

Yes you use the royal Enfield app Best wishes mark

[@garyfanticsfantastic9366]

The black or White combos are not tubeless unless specified, and are not available yet. So please clarify the prices? Thanks

[@jimmyjam8795]

The Kamet white is avaliable in the UK, because I am waiting for mine to be delivered.

[@tpv59]

EXCELLENT review Mark. EXCELLENT. THOUROUGHLY ENJOYED it. If I may suggest in future video's, (and I believe this is a GREAT comment) would you mind going thru all 6 gears (at normal riding) with NO voice over so we can HEAR the motor??? 99% of all reviewers DO NOT do this. I/we would LOVE to HEAR the engine/motor from zero to 60 mph. (100 klms) with NO voice over PLEASE. I think this would only consume about 10 seconds of video Time. Perhaps you can consider this. I REALLY believe your subscribers and viewers Will APPRECIATE it. THANKS Mark, all the Very Best.

[@markpulling12]

Thanks I will 100 💯✅ do that Cheers mark

[@tpv59]

@@markpulling12 Thanks Mark, GREAT to hear. I REALLY do believe your audience would APPRECIATE it. NO talking NO voice, just the engine/motor sound ONLY, going UP through the gears AND going DOWN through the gears. (at normal riding) THANK YOU Mark.

[@hellfire8395]

Change the anti flickering of settings to 50Hz

[@user-sh9gf4gz6g]

Good review

[@G3A3]

can't wait to see a cfmoto 450mt review👍

[@markpulling12]

Me too .... could it be better than this ???

[@captainpugwash788]

Me too. I’m a big RE fan (Interceptor owner) but I have a feeling the CFMOTO will smash the Himalayan.

[@hdslytro387]

According to people who have tested CF moto already thay say it's better on highway but himmy is better off-road. Also there is news that CF moto can do 150 kmph which is same as himmy but CF moto due to twin feel more smooth on road.

[@CosmicSeeker69]

But which is going to be the better bet when it's 4 years old? 😉

[@stevehoward3981]

No to commy bikes

[@splodge5714]

Seems a big improvement over the previous model but then the price has gone up. I wouldn't want the tube tyres and really don't like the rear light built in to the indicators. For riding on the roads in England I much prefer the Triumph Scrambler 400. Great review as always, cheers.

[@markpulling12]

Many thanks:)

[@TheBezaleel]

Love your videos Mark, but you are mistaken. My Himi 411, 2019 B4, will cruise at 70 mph and top's out at 85. The engine is fully functional and bedded in after a few thousand miles. Not the brand new demo bikes everyone reviewed

[@CosmicSeeker69]

I've heard that time and time again.... Some people have suggested that they take as long as 8000 miles (which a lot of people never get to)

[@andrewpaton8819]

Hi Mark. You show yourself sat on the bike for reference purpose stating your height & I seem. But what you fail to mention is if you had the seat height set on the high or low setting.

[@markpulling12]

Hi it was standard low position....845mm is too tall for me at 5 ft 7...with a 30;inch inseam Best wishes mark

[@per-arnehjorth9785]

Yet a really interesting new bike from Royal Enfield. It is getting hard to choose which one to go for! 😂👍

[@leeinwis]

This one.

[@abhinashkumar3161]

Definitely this one😂

[@davidledgerton7914]

How would you compare it to a Honda CL500(just had test ride) and the triumph 400x

[@markpulling12]

Better off road than those two ...a massive step up for royal Enfield Personally I'd go for the nc500x or trk 702 voge 525 Best wishes mark Best

[@neilcole3406]

Hi Mark will you be trying out the new Honda NX500 in the near future?

[@markpulling12]

Hi Neil honda are delivering me one for 2 weeks this Friday:)

[@Caledonia3104]

Going to put you on the spot Mark. Now that you have test ridden both the new Himmy and the Voge 525. Whats the best bang for buck in your opinion.

[@markpulling12]

Me personally I prefer the sit in feeling of the voge with it's better bigger frontal area screen But the Himalayan is better off road which it will be doing all round the world Best wishes mark

[@JamEWalsh]

Ah yes, but is it a Kawasaki KLR650 killer??? ;) Can't wait to test ride one of these! I love my Classic 350 but looking for something more capable. My experience with Royal Enfield has been great!

[@CosmicSeeker69]

Hi Jam, may I ask: where does the 350 leave you lacking? I'm thinking about one to ride down through the Balkans to Greece.

[@lensmann100]

The lower seat might suit someone with a 30 in leg such as Mark and myself, but I have yet to see a bike fitted with that option- perhaps the lower seat isn't available in the UK just yet?

[@OOOUZ]

Its the same seat.. you just have to adjust it😂

[@jimmyjam8795]

​​@@OOOUZwhilst that is true? There is actually a low seat available too.🤦‍♀️

[@OOOUZ]

@@jimmyjam8795 oops.. wasn’t aware of that

[@lensmann100]

@@OOOUZ My point was, that there is supposed to be a different seat with a height of between 805mm and 825mm-and nobody ( anywhere) has actually shown the bike with that lower seat fitted.

[@jefflambert8603]

Bikes of around 400cc Seem to be very popular Just Lately..what I am Looking Forward to is Seeing You Get Down to Bournemouth Kawasaki To Test the New Z500

[@bencluroe4183]

Good review thanks. I think I’m with the general consensus- Cfmoto 450 could be the one. More kit, lighter, cheaper and imo looks way better. Unicorn 🦄 maybe?

[@markpulling12]

I'm thinking the same ...the cfmoto is due in the UK in may I'm told Best wishes mark

[@jimmyjam8795]

Still waiting for the one I ordered at the end of 2023.... took out dealer demo, was surprised at amount of vibration (and that's a characteristic I wanted after selling my Aprilia 660 single, but there's a limit) went home and thought about it a bit, then cancelled my order for the bike.

[@garyfanticsfantastic9366]

Are you sitting on the bike with the seat set at 825mm or 845mm please? Also the low option seat is not the same as this seat unit to clarify :)

[@markpulling12]

Hi it's 825 mm 845 is too tall for me Best wishes mark