Bike World Off-Road with KTM 390 Adventure vs Royal Enfield Himalayan

[@IndependentVictor]

Dude everybody saying the Himalayan looks horrible and I'm like the opposite. It's kind of the only adventure bike I like the looks of.

[@GrasshoppersRide]

My feelings as well....love the look

[@ageless1003]

Looks are subjective.

[@davidjohnbonnett]

It looks rugged and fit for the job. Its sad when people prefer looks over functionality.

[@geib666]

Same here, I absolutely love the looks of the Himalayan. For me the only good looking adventure bike in that class.

[@TheSmokehouse007]

Bro i own one... trust me himalayan is an eye catcher. It's completely different then conventional bike hence people will turn around to check this

[@twotiretirade4624]

I have a Hymalayan and I cant tell you how many people come over to asking me about it. It's a conversation starter for sure. It climbs like a tree sloth on crack.

[@shaktiprasadparida7928]

Nice choice .

[@adityyuh]

"Climbs like a sloth on crack" Hahahah that's a hilarious analogy.

[@guzzidelgado]

I've been seeing reviews... and comparisons. Royal Enfield manages to get a fraction of the power of that KTM gets of a similar cc engine... so my honest question is: Does it feel slow or underpowered with those 23 HP ??

[@allah___maadarchod]

@@guzzidelgado it does but only on highways

[@amarjitdevgan3473]

Two tire tirade ,,,, what is the color of your Himalayan please reply

[@iangillett4261]

Rode the Himalayan from Delhi to the Himalayan’s and back in all conditions and thrashed the shit out of it on and off road for 2 weeks. No problems at all just keeps going !

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Ian Gillett sounds like an amazing trip Ian.

[@Elitus]

Boy olyou are lucky

[@chandranshpandey1929]

My friend did that with hero splender

[@sagnikdebsarkar169]

@@BikeWorldTVshow a bike trip to the Himalayas is just out of the world....

[@mbangroo]

@@chandranshpandey1929 lmao

[@Makermook]

I love my Himalayan to bits. She's sturdy, torquey, solid, and comfortable. Looks good with a set of Tusk panniers, too.

[@leslieaustin151]

Mark Lowry Yes, a nice machine. I don’t agree that this bike is ugly. Being properly fit for purpose carries its own style and beauty. Les

[@thinkride3873]

and the Xpulse just does everything better, including the quality.

[@BroZedd]

@@thinkride3873 i don't think so Did you ride both the bikes?

[@thinkride3873]

@@BroZedd Yes, and I have ridden them back to back a lot of times. Close friends own both. Himalayan has a more commanding riding position, but the stock windshield sends gusts of wind directly to my helmet visor. Xpulse is betted in that regard. Also, Himalayan does have oodles of low end torque, but the poor handling and scraping of center stand at every turn gets tiring at the place from where I come.

[@thinkride3873]

@शिरीष ರಾಮಾಯ The both can do same comfortable speeds, so that's not a point. Give or take 5kmph more on the Himalayan.

[@metallingusmode3918]

I clicked this video the moment i saw the word Himalayan. Good video, guys.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks!

[@rickychopsbarbershop4980]

Legit why I clicked 😂

[@MrZREAL]

Me too

[@arunmoh6418]

Here as well. You really love the bike after riding it because it's so much different than other pocket rockets.

[@GrasshoppersRide]

You and me both! 🌞

[@lilsaron3683]

Im a simple person.. I saw Himalayan, i click!!

[@thunglamohumtsoe5710]

No matter what anyone says, I’ve been riding Himalayan on and off-road. It is absolutely worth it.

[@harinandanrajeev]

I personally own a Himalayan and this video is just says whatever I had to say. Love from India

[@guzzidelgado]

I've been seeing reviews... and comparisons. Royal Enfield manages to get a fraction of the power of that KTM gets of a similar cc engine... so my honest question is: Does it feel slow or underpowered with those 23 BHP ?? How effective would it be to get some speed to overcome a truck at a normal higway??

[@harinandanrajeev]

@@guzzidelgado I feel the power sufficient enough in the Indian roads. But at sometimes I wish it had a bit more juice. KTM is much more costly than the Himalayan.

[@guzzidelgado]

Harinandan Rajeev thanks !

[@HimAspirant]

@Chaudhry Vikrant ror but you can't do that all day

[@guzzidelgado]

Chaudhry Vikrant ror thanks for the answer!

[@steve-wu7jp]

I really love the look of the Himalayan. It’s a bike that can take you to far flung places for not a lot of money .

[@kotimoto]

It's a cheap bike to maintain as well, everything is metal, very few things to break

[@dazzlemaibam2290]

Look the video at ladhk that himalayan breaks into two pieces

[@jopborlangkhyriemmujat7655]

@@dazzlemaibam2290 That man hit the pickup truck and later he hit the rock badly so the chassis of the Himalayan bike broke into two pieces nothing withstand with such accident the Fighter Jets or big planes can turn in pieces due to such of different accidents so the Great Titanic ship or else etc but sometime we can blame built quality but RE bikes are good quality built I see everywhere they last more than 100 years especially the classic models

[@dazzlemaibam2290]

@@jopborlangkhyriemmujat7655 yeah right the buitt quality is good i to have conti MR. Clean 650

[@GORidingADV]

Offroading is always fun. Between KTM and Royal I prefer the Royal. Thumbs up for the awesome video.

[@billadmond9450]

They are both great bikes which suit different people and use.

[@DanteYewToob]

Thank you for this. I was just complaining last night about how I couldn't find good content for these bikes. All of the videos are macho Americans who complain about anything under 100hp... I just wanted an honest review of the Himalayan or other smaller bikes without aggressively comparing them to the much bigger and more expensive brothers. You gave me exactly what I've been looking for. Just good content with the Himalayan and 390, you respected the bikes for what they are and gave honest opinions. We may not share the same opinions on everything (I quite like the Himalayan.. it's a nice looking bike.) but I'm glad I watched. Thanks.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

danteelite Cheers, glad you enjoyed it. 👍🏻

[@ForesterVulpes]

I'm American and 100% agree with you on how our reviewers have talked about these bikes, especially the Himalayan. Every review talks about how they might be good for light off-roading. And then these guys show that to be well and truly false. These are hugely capable and deserve a spot at the table.

[@death99ification]

A great KZbinr that you might be interested is Joe Ryan. He travels around Australia on his himmy

[@nivotron960]

Have to admit got a soft spot for the Himalayan

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

I own an XR650R and a KTM 1290 SAR and I'd love to own a Himalayan.

[@The_Opinion_of_Matt]

I like the way the RE looks. Braking might be fixed with a set of pads. If you can find the ABS fuse you can find the wire to it and add a switch in line, boom, switchable ABS.

[@thesololynx34]

The new BS6 emmision norms version in India has now got the switchable ABS, so that's probably coming out soon.

[@predatorfromhell1]

Naaa.. Don't worry about that anymore. The new Himalayan has a switchable ABS. So we are good to go. Yes it is utilitarian and "agricultural"... But for that price, you get a motorbike that just feels like one ! You don't get fancy electronics, no fiber body part. It is just man and machine. And I like it that way !

[@aswinkumar.p993]

You could always pull the ABS fuse to stop the working of ABS

[@The_Opinion_of_Matt]

@@aswinkumar.p993 They said that in the video. I proposed installing a switch so that it could be turned on and off without disassembling portions of the bike each time. A couple of other people said the new model will indeed have a switch for this purpose.

[@aswinkumar.p993]

Yep the BS6 version does have a switchable ABS system

[@Bornie205]

I’m KTM through and through but got. Real soft spot for that Himalayan

[@paulmears5330]

Just had a demo ride on the Himalayan; I realized at the end how little I had thought about bike as I rode it. I just sat there and rode it. It was comfortable, easy to operate, and went with little fuss or effort. Total opposite of my Husqvarna Svartpilen 401. The tranny and clutch are ideal, and the riding position and seat don’t make you think about them, at all. Really a pleasant surprise.

[@yamahasuperbike2202]

I've got to admit I absolutely hated the looks of the Himalayan when it came out. Its growing on me now and I'm actually considering buying one. Stay safe everybody! - south texas

[@viveknalawade3273]

My dream bike is himalayan I am gonna buy it with my own money soon 🥰😍

[@southside9113]

My dream tooo

[@i_9330]

Wish you good luck bro.

[@subramanianve7939]

💙💙💙

[@arknic2747]

me too

[@MrMaMa-vi8sj]

Good luck 👍

[@robertboyes9324]

Nice one guys, I've been trying to decide between these two bikes and your efforts have simplified the choice. Think it's going to be the Himalayan, hits the sweet spot for the type of riding I do here in the back blocks of Albany, Western Australia. keep up the great work!

[@bhutantuskmotorcycletours8438]

Wow!!! Royal Enfield Himalaya capable on any roads and very gentle for the wallet. Easy to fix.So big shout out to Royal Enfield Himalaya. Love all the way from "The kingdom of happiness " Bhutan 🤗

[@vasansb]

Kingdom of happiness. Nice. Definitely it is. Love from Chennai.

[@TheMarky26]

Its not easy on the wallet everywhere..

[@bhutantuskmotorcycletours8438]

@शिरीष ರಾಮಾಯ To protect from evil and to spread love,peace and prosperity.Above all the fertility.

[@bhutantuskmotorcycletours8438]

@@vasansb Thank you,"wanna kaam "🙏

[@bhutantuskmotorcycletours8438]

@@TheMarky26 Ah oky,But for me it was easy on journey from the border of Pakistan and through all the Himalayan rugged terrain up to the Myanmar 🤗

[@ronin4ortyse7en]

This was one proper adventure. The KTM certainly has the big bike character. The Himalayan though, has got a different charm altogether. I am a bit of an old school and i would pick the Himalayan any day! Great video! Loved every minute of it! Cheers!

[@billadmond9450]

The KTM is more for road fun and a little of adventure while the Himalayan is more suited for adventure but less for road use. I wish they make a 500cc version of the Himalayan because in my opinion that will be the best adventure bike to go all around the word.

[@sricharan_7402]

​@@billadmond9450hey have recently launched an 800 cc version of the Himalayan

[@death99ification]

​@billadmond9450 who knew that 2 years later your wish would come true mate.

[@steve-wu7jp]

The best Bike World episode ive ever seen. You dont need to travel across the world or spend a lot of money to have an amazing time on a bike. You just have to get out and do it

I've been on the market for a while now for a motorcycle and I've looked at just about everything, from cruisers and barn finds to mod and wrench on, to high powered sport bikes, to SuMo ones, but at the end of the day the question still lingers in my head: "Why not a Royal Enfield?"

[@GrasshoppersRide]

Careful, the Royal Enfield's can cast a spell on you and before you know it your in love... 🌞

@@GrasshoppersRide They already did mate. They already did...

[@darrengriffith9680]

I have an ftr 1200s, a zero fxs, zx10, Buell lightning and a himilayan. No kidding, I like the himilayan the most. You can’t beat it for the value.

[@narendharkumar3]

That's a motorcyclist's motorcycle. The og.

[@niteshmehra9607]

Go ahead brother ,it will not bother you🍫🍫

[@Tommybena]

Here an Himalayan owner. That s true. Its a happy ever going machine!. Neverdeless i truly miss the power mostly on pavement roads. Cruising at 100-120 km h, is a little bit annoying (yamaha r1 owner as well)

[@madhav.a.r]

Dude it's not a track based machine. Himalayan has enough low end torque, it's a truly off-road and also a turing machine.

[@guzzidelgado]

Does it easily go up to 100 kmph ?

[@madhav.a.r]

@@guzzidelgado 411cc engine 0 to 100 in 10.33 sec

[@guzzidelgado]

Madhav A R thanks for the info!

[@villavan]

@@madhav.a.r but adventure 390 is better on highway too

[@michaelhayward7572]

Good God those KTM's are ugly. The Enfield is an "ugly duckling"? Looks are subjective, but to me the Enfield looks like a real motorcycle, not a transformer toy. Nice review, Himmy all the way. Slow technical riding - low down torque beats high rev bhp everytime. That KTM has a mag alloy 19" front wheel, just wrong KTM, just wrong.

[@18maxx87]

Man ktm is fabir Himalayan is metal....

[@villavan]

Ktm adv is not a complete off road bike. It's more suitable for highway cruise. Himalayan may be good on off road but after 100 km/hr vibrations builds up. But ktm runs like butter even in 140s. Ktm also has more features.

[@dwrkgrn1272]

@@villavan caz of plastic. Lol

[@Masters_Yukesh]

@@dwrkgrn1272 material science stupid

[@murraymarshall5865]

Michael Hayward I wish Enfield produced a bike with similar power to the KTM or KTM produced a bike that looked more traditional like the Enfield.

[@ourunstablemind]

Two best sellers in India. It takes you everywhere. And is easy on the pocket. Can be serviced almost anywhere. Regards Joy

[@prathappoojary3618]

@Vikrant Singh exactly...

[@Zaddyy77]

@Vikrant Singh instead of KTM adv, Hero XPulse is sold much.

[@abuXana]

Top5 probably

[@wetcabbage2632]

@@Zaddyy77 its value for money.

[@Zaddyy77]

@@wetcabbage2632 exactly.

[@AjeetDhale]

Need that interceptor 650 engine on Himalayan and it's the best ADV bike you can buy which is easy on pocket.

[@chrishart8548]

Be easier to get a interceptor 650 and change the suspension + wheels. Or if it gets built it will be like a budget tt-85 guzzi

[@runningwiththewolffs5568]

wait till next year.. how about 700cc?

[@Tommybena]

@@runningwiththewolffs5568 they are going 1 cyl 700? i would really love that.

[@bidyutkalita7836]

Re is already making a 650 Himalayan.

[@runningwiththewolffs5568]

So I heard from a very good source, 700 40bhp

[@anitagulla6477]

Royal Enfield is not just a bike; it is an emotion❤️👌🏼

[@manishsingh7534]

Bhak

[@esroylfckr9970]

Royal Enfield is a Company bro not a Bike . LoL

[@pritambiswas5255]

@@esroylfckr9970 Mahila hain woh vai😂

[@badsanta7356]

Go easy on the cringe pedal

[@Love2kCr]

And what is this emotion you are talking about. Thattttt rubbish

[@Prestonesfpv]

The headlights on KTM is so ugly it keeps me away from wanting one

[@villavan]

It's personal preference 😜

[@jeshdhawan]

I agree. It's like some alien ant. :)

[@ekimandersom4478]

All of it is ugly

[@maheshawasthy8384]

it's like a mandis

[@Roy_Godiksen]

What great times for motorcycling! We even have good small engine ADV's to chose from. No longer are we forced to wrestle 1200+cc up a rocky hill. Light and nimble is the way to go for some light-medium of road trails.

[@BBR-sp5qt]

You have never been forced to, you just followed the hype, bikes like Honda xr400, xr650L Yamaha xt660 xtz250 drz400 dr350 dr650, klr 250, klr 650, were the adventure bikes of the past just didn’t had the hype

[@reinhart482]

@@BBR-sp5qt If those japanese manufacturers refreshed those bikes people would have more interest. Some of the bikes you listed haven't had simple updates riders beg for in decades. Meanwhile, the european brands keep innovating and releasing new bikes every year.

[@BBR-sp5qt]

Rein Hart I agree with you, instead of that Japanese brands are making bland street bikes disguised as adventure bikes, I think in the past were called dual sport bikes; Kawasaki are trying to fill the gap of the klr 650 with the versys 300, In some markets suzuki stop selling dr and drz and selling the vstrom 250. I like the ktm 390 but I would like a little more off road of it, the RE seems really under power regardless the torque every people here talk about it, Indian people claim is a tourer, and maybe for India it is they don’t go more that 100kms/hr. But in many countries we need at least 120-130 to talk about touring, in the segment 250-500 cc I think the ktm could be the one, because of power-weight ratio

[@BBR-sp5qt]

So it’s the best adv bike because a youtuber did like it? Bike is heavy and underpowered, I love the look of it, but need more power

[@BBR-sp5qt]

So, if I want to do 120kms/hr should get a street bike? The Himalayan is the only one adv bike over the 300cc can’t do it. Lightweight?? It’s heavier than a suzuki dr650 or about the same as a klr650 with half the power and torque, I really want to like the RE, but it needs more power, if RE put the 650 twin on it, they will hit the sweet spot of medium light adv bikes

[@swaroop3012]

KTM Duke 390 for road and Himalayan everywhere else. Brilliant video 👍

[@hareeshkumarvasu6567]

When ktm breakdown Check sensors update firmware but when. Himmy breakdown where is my 🔨

[@tusharartspune6216]

😂😂👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

[@tejasvibangalore8787]

You got it dude...👍

[@HiSandeep276]

Massive appreciation for Himalayan... Being an indian, am an avid traveller myself, ladakh, spiti, interior s of Himalaya.... Trust me this is so so comforting when I listen to you both, love ever word of what you said about Himalayan.... 🙏 I am an indian and I love the Indian machine 🙏🙏

[@aryanrajput9162]

Also ktm owned by Bajaj company. And probably ktm bikes manufacturing in india ✌️ all models

[@bhanu4995]

Bro how is Yejdi Adventure?

[@KARMAkazeMoto]

Looks like a great day fellas! And nice video! I'm a little biased, but it's good to see people come to the realization that the Himalayan is simply a capable and fun bike, especially for the money.

[@akhilvarma355]

Hey i watched your video few days ago really man you deserve alot of subscibers much love from INDIA 🇮🇳

[@mrvk699]

Go HIMALAYAN I myself own the Latest 2020 RE Himalayan BS-6 Version (in India) with Better Refinement, a Switchable ABS Switch On Console, better Color Scheme (Rock-Red), and A Better Throaty Exaust from Factory, and awesome feel!

[@iam7382]

Hi what do you think RE Himalayan is better then spending 1.5lakhs more for ktm adventure ?

[@mrvk699]

@@iam7382 Bro. If you have Budget then Go For KTM adventure. I loved the Himalayan for What it's good at. But I miss what's not it's good at - e.g. KTM can cruise happily at 120 while HIMALAYAN is capable to do 120 but I am Happy Cruising it around 80-95 kmph. On highways. Because 1. High speed is Not Allowed on Indian Highways. 2. You better ride safely, rash driving Challans are issued to everyone driving over 100 kmph. 3. Himalayan has 5 gears vs 6 gears on KTM. The Himalayan is a more traditional proven 4-5 year Refined bike with International Moto Vlogger Vouching for it's reliability after doing World Trip over this Machine. But In the End you should Decide what u want. kTM is a more faster and equally capable bike. Even though as a Adventure bike the Traditional design of Himalayan has many pros, but so does the Funky design and Ktm Duke inspired ktm Adventure has it's pros. In the End if You can't decide think this - does the 1.5 Lakh make "You" a better driver or more adventerous and the answer is no - It is you Mister and what u do with either a ₹42,000 bike or a ₹2.40 lac Himalayan or a ₹3.5 lakh KTM adventure duke That matters. The only thing that will change is the speed when u reach the destination and the comfort. If you just want to travel the World, My Solid advice is Buy a Hero Xpulse 200. And Use it, Spend the other 1 lakh on Roaming around India Instead of Begging parents for More Money because u spent 3.5 lakhs on a KTM because it had more gears and more flashy.

[@iam7382]

@@mrvk699 Thank you, brother, for such a nice and clear explanation :). I am always a fan of RE and especially Himalayan because I feel that bike is meant for me and is the best value for money bike. Hope we all can see Himalayan get better and better and maybe we all can see Himalayan 650 :D in coming few years.

[@mrvk699]

@@iam7382 Yeah Buy it right away. But Since I own a Black-Red Rock edition. I would recommend you to get a Matte Version If You like to really at your bike and appreciate it. Because gloss black color takes a little bit more effort to maintain and dust off, and scratches are more visible on "Glossy" paint compared to Matte Paint.

[@krishna8437]

tube tyre sucks

[@kovidmehta10]

Have ridden both the bikes and now I own KTM ADV and loved how the video covers almost all aspect. The best part was both these bikes were tested the right("Adventurous") way. Looking forward to more videos.

[@MARKCRASTO]

Your name is COVID!!

[@BroZedd]

Himalyan for me, much affordable, and felt almost equall to the 390 adv Much easier to do DIY repairs on Himalayan too

[@williamturner3157]

More like this we need 90% of us can't afford £15 grand beemers GS or KTM 1200s

[@bibhasroy3815]

Bmw is not that good ....

[@whatsstefon]

bibhas roy it’s the Indian, not the arrow. Always.

[@tempestandacomputer6951]

@@bibhasroy3815 To be fair, all euro brands are behind in reliability.

[@bibhasroy3815]

@@whatsstefon so far both of this bike also with gs310 is made in india ...

[@whatsstefon]

bibhas roy I don’t think you understood my comment. I know where the bikes are assembled. My comment refers to the capability of the rider being the limitation, not the capability of the bikes.

[@sethgoldman15]

I Love my Himalayan after BMW GS 1000, GS 1200.., GS !00, ...it's a torquey beast...4000 USD

[@arunmoh6418]

The power comes at really low rpm thats why it could chuck well and keeping going. I have ridden it in Himalayalas in north sikkim "Gurudongmar" as well as Tawang, Arunachal "go chela pass". It really is good offroading bike.

[@obiazmi]

Thank you for clearing out my doubts on Himalayan Brothers.. Love from 🇮🇳

[@grandmastergooch]

Himmy owner here, I think the appeal to it tho is that so many have been sold during the time when everyone heard the rumors of the 390 adv coming soon yet so much of the capabilities of the REH have been shown, its simple and very easy to operate. During that time its pretty much established itself as the mini KLR650 and the fact that its more of an older design and that maintenance is easier. For the price of the KTM tho, you can get the panniers and some add-ons, like a chip, to help it reach the higher speed limits. To me the simplicity and ease of riding, where its difficult to get into trouble, are the key features. I'd love to try a KTM tho...

[@BrendanGM]

Stumbled across this video while checking out info for the Himalayan and I have to say, you did a bloody good job. I thoroughly enjoyed it and subbed to make sure I don't miss your next outdoor adventure. Cheers!

[@kingsmanlung1140]

Thanks for doing a small adventure bike Justice. Got the KTM myself and loving it.

[@bhaskarnigam8520]

Himalayan is like mountain goat 🐐 can go anywhere and can carry loads of stuff with it like a tractor. The sturdiness and build quality is excellent and give confidence in off road trails. The sound is mesmerizing , I never fell as I'm alone.

[@codpieceofjustice4595]

I was low-key cheering the Himmy on. Just goes to show you don't need the expensive stuff to have a great time. Itchy Boots would concur I think.

[@spartan0722]

I’m way late to this party, and I loved this video. I read a lot of the comments and everyone keeps talking about the Himalayan. Well, I have a KTM 390 adv and I love that motorcycle! My friend has a Himalayan and it is a hoot to ride, so much fun. Both are great bikes and they will go a lot of places! Thanks for the vid gentlemen, it is always great to see what people can do on motorcycles.

[@rojerblossom7897]

The new BS6 has got switchable ABS ... And more refined a better engine

[@vijayam1]

Blokes Blokes, what a lovely show! You decimated the spec sheet readers out there. Good job fellas, cheers! You've earned a subscriber!

[@hapantabora2216]

Best Himalayan off road video , I saw till date.

[@ParamSinghYT]

People who call the Himalayan ugly and consider the KTM hot, deserve no respect.

[@_Megasthenes_]

It's only the Chapri Tiktokers claiming that 😂

[@rahulwoy]

Why ? Beauty is subjective.

[@Mikeedawson]

Absolutely loved it. No ranting about the cheap price, or low power, Just an open minded review. Loved it.

[@mukundraipatel8334]

Guyz, extremely well done. Videography is amazing. (Thank the staff). Very usable knowledge imparted. Direct synopsis in front of camp fire. You rock. Have more.

[@ajaygeorge2482]

Great video guys!! I own a Himalayan and love every bit of it. Its a bit slower but can climb anywhere!

[@MARKCRASTO]

You are the only reviewer on the entire internet that considers the Himalayan "ugly". Never heard a single person in any comment section refer to it as ugly, everyone loves the looks of all things :/

[@zeez17]

This was fun to watch.. pretty good and straightforward, no gimmicks. Just one clarification though - the latest Himalayan Bs6 variant has switchable ABS.

[@jayblogsmoto9416]

Great to see a couple of light weight adventure bikes being put through their paces going on a real adventure.

[@yathishbl3757]

@Fat Freddy well he was comparing to 230kg bmws and ktms

[@markberry7193]

I bought a Himalayan a few weeks ago and a loving it! Have about 600 miles on it, riding stuff that I am not sure if I should be riding and probably going thru gnarly spots to fast but having to much Fun.. I was concerned about the brakes but I am used to them now and they aren't bothering me a bit.

[@arunmoh6418]

Lets take moment to appreciate that HIM really did good offroading, sometimes even better than the KTM

[@n1ght_gh05t]

Himmy is a pure, ment to be thrown around type of bike. Whereas Adv is just more like a lifted up duke tbh

[@liamhoad8445]

Bike World “Down and Dirty”. Excellent fun. Great video guys.

[@a1fiaalii]

Thanks guys, A joy to watch this was! I have the REH sleet, great bike.

[@jasonhoffman7290]

You should call it Bike World's "Two Nuts One Rut."

[@lajjvo]

I did a fly and ride for 16 days in the Himalayas, on a Himalayan. Very nice bike for all day comfort and capable of traversing anything that can be called a track or road. I would love for it to have just 5-10 more horsepower, it would make it more enjoyable on road and och nice gravel roads. It is a bit sluggish in standard trim. But for just plodding along, I can't think of any NEW bike in the price range that can beat it.

[@jcsjourney4600]

Fellas, I myself just bought the 390 after a decade+ on a 09 KLR650. Agreed! Very fun bike. Has surprised me every time I take it out for an adventure. Point to make, adjust the handlebars more forward then it came. Easier for stand riding. Plus the armor upgrade (skid plate) has been on back order for 6 months now. Really would like to take it places my KLR went but not until armor is in place. Keep Moving Forward!

[@pepa007]

very ice video. brain says ktm, heart says himalayan.

[@_raj-jn3yh]

Really loved this video... Great practical comparison.... Love the production values of this team...

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Sidharth Nagamalli Thanks!

[@adriancaldwell]

The Himalayan is a looker - a future classic like the Defender

[@MrAndrew1953]

Great video. I used to ride a Triumph Tiger Trail 750 through stuff like that in the 80s with the muffler off. I had to pick up a guy with an injured arm after he decked his Yamaha 400. He thought I was going to stall it going up a rugged trail. Told him I was taking it slow because of his arm, opened it up . Tall gearing, single carb..no worries. The other group heard the Tiger coming through the bush, they thought what the hell was that. In Australia Himalayan’s go for about Aus $6,700.

[@hiltonmcconnell2563]

I got the KTM 390 Adventure and am loving it, got 3,500 + Km on so far, still waiting for the better bash plate, before taking it on the rough stuff, I wanted to put bar risers on but when tried could only go with 10 mm and then had to have the hand guards way to low. But after checking it out found out that they put the wrong hand guards on. Going in Monday to see if they will get me the wright ones for the 390. That is the only thing I would like to change is get the handle bars up a bit higher. Ok sitting but when standing they are too low for me. I also went with the Dunlop TrailMax Mission tires, finding them very good on the paved and on the gravel roads. Again thanks for the video, it is nice to see what that bike can do, witch is more than I will ever try, but will be hitting some light single track and very rough gravel and dirt roads, now that I see it can handle them.

[@naveenmvk]

Almost got fixed to buy KTM 390, but this video is giving me second thoughts to re think about THE Himalayan. What a video man, really awesome, never seen such kind of review 👍👍👍🔥🔥🔥

[@sammccaughan4142]

Well done. They’re both ridiculous and impressive at the same time. Thanks for the video. Made me smile!

[@BlackpearlAbu]

I'm here to watch Himalayan 😍😍😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@charafmohammed6646]

I got a himalayan it's very torky and so strong... Love to my himalayan❤️❤️❤️

[@doublex632]

I think what makes these bikes way more capable off road is the price, it's not a tragedy if they fall like a 24k GS, which makes you push harder in comfort, Great video.

[@adventureloop8314]

Nice to see you guys trash them around, I like both of the bikes but I would rather go with the Royal Enfield only because they seem big and have that engine which keeps going..☺️👍🏼

[@edxr250r]

Great review chaps, looked like a fun day out and considering the price of the bikes and the fact that you can ride them many miles on the road to the trails then have fun on the trails, that's pretty impressive.

[@pradippradhan4883]

Seriously man i like Himalayan looks, called an Alpha, Muscular look. Retro.

[@voltgaming2213]

Bruh

[@stuartv-e8161]

Love the Himalayan motorcycle....it looks good and works so well!

[@muddysoles]

Chris & Neil are two of my favourite rider and presenters on the internet.. absolutely cool blokes and brilliant riders! Watching them ride together is so much fun.

[@neilhawkermotolife3653]

👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻

[@paintup46]

Can get an Interceptor/ Adv 390/ Duke 390 and have retro, adv and track bike for the price of one big ADV bike. Great time for motorcycles.

[@unknown0001]

Go for royal Enfield continental gt 650..

[@twowheeledparadox]

Great production value, excellent choice of music and editing that makes this look like a grand adventure! So much fun to watch this adventure ride and to listen to the thoughts on the two bikes. Also, this video is so relevant to the Indian audience, as you must have observed by the comments.

[@Gcrilla]

I've been eyeballing the huski 401, I really think the Himalayan is gonna do it for me

[@oldaxehead655]

Best video on the channel guys! Keep up the good work. Wish the KTM had the Himmys looks.

[@deanaaldenton6525]

Just stumbled across your video and so glad I did !! Where did you film this please ? Ordered a 390 adventure, arrives next week !

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Hi Deana, this was filmed in Wales. You'll love the 390, let us know how you get on.

[@balaslash]

I test ride a Himalayan today. I can't wait to buy one for me. Loved your video! Thanks for your opinions, really help me to make a decision. Chears!

[@BikerBijilal]

👍👍👍, Himalayan the 2020 version comes with switchable ABS

[@amarjitdevgan3473]

Biker bijilal ,,which colour looks best on bs6 Himalayan

[@BikerBijilal]

@@amarjitdevgan3473 Rock red looks better for me

[@ashyyyk8098]

@@amarjitdevgan3473 all black for me

[@uksurfer2505]

I saw a Himalayan in a car park two days ago. I am test riding one tomorrow. For me the Himalayan is beautiful and totally functional.

[@missadventuresmotorcycledi2773]

The most enjoyable video I've seen in a while.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Thanks

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Looks like you've been on some amazing adventures of your own.

[@missadventuresmotorcycledi2773]

Now which bike for my daughters 21st? Took here to Ho Chi Minh City to teach her to ride, she handled that no bother. We drove all the way to China along the Hi Chi Minh road in parts. Think that KTM would have been awesome. Love the Himalayan though too.. . Just throwing the VStrom 250 in the mix now... what to do?

[@missadventuresmotorcycledi2773]

@@BikeWorldTVshow got three weeks to decide which bike 🤔

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

@@missadventuresmotorcycledi2773 I agree with what Neil said in this vid, the younger him would go for the KTM.

[@chaitanya5197]

Wow . Beautiful video.Love from India.In India some so called auto journalist are abusing KTM for no reason.Thanks for video

[@harjyot05]

Was that a BS6 Himalayan? Because I’ve heard they’ve improved the brakes on it.

[@doodle0007]

great video- proving the point, motorcycling has not so much about the ride and more about the rider. loved it~

[@joedunne9492]

Love the KTM! What you did to these two street bikes was ridiculous and impressive at the same time! Proves you don’t have to have 100hp and $30 grand to have fun!

[@neildxb]

Brilliant video. Good honest views on the bikes & great riding footage.

[@timothyletwin5911]

If you like twisted plastic then I guess the Himalayan isn't your look. Looks like a classic motorbike where you can see the inner workings of damned thing.

[@mantarayal]

I liked the Himalayan the first day I saw one. Handsome thing. And so did Itchy Boots! :) Going to be my next bike. Dual purpose bikes suit where I live (kiwiland) and a 400cc thumper is just enough and not too much. And they just have to be the best bang for your buck around. And proven.

[@amalbraj2943]

The new Himalayan (BS6 Version) gets switchable ABS and it remains so even after getting switched off. And i think you guys were the 1st person i heard liking riding ergonomic of KTM than himalayan. Anyway good video guys, loved it♥️

[@amalbraj2943]

@शिरीष ರಾಮಾಯ i think he might have got it wrong. It's universal, whenever we get a bad terrain we'll saddle(bikers) and on a normal smooth road, e.b will sit and ride like normal people

[@hughdemorville5864]

Great video fellas - Himmys are a great bike had one 18months now good fun!

[@abhinavkumar6940]

In India you could buy 2 himalyan in price of 1 ktm 390!!!. totally value for money in India🔥❤️

[@007swarup]

Not exactly, himalayan on road price INR 230K, KTM ADV 390 on road price INR 350k

[@007swarup]

@Tarun Kumar yeah, himalayan is more suitable for Indian roads and value for money too

[@TheNorfolkThunderbolt]

Whisper it, but the Royal Enfield is monstrously good, if you aren’t in a hurry. It’s a two wheeled Land Rover Defender. Also, there is a switch on it to turn off the rear ABS on newer models.Also, this is a really nice road bike too! If you like to enjoy a relaxed ride in the country. Perfect antidote to modern life. This is one of my retirement bikes….Nuff said.

[@arunkottolli]

Good video! Nice test ride to compare two similar bikes. Love the Himalayan, the cheap, simple bike just works every where. Just see Itchy Boots channel!

[@NOMADANKIT66]

awesome video bro awesome royal enfield Himalayan love from India ❤🇮🇳