Is the Royal Enfield Himalayan Reliable? Things I wish I had known

[@laurentj7998]

I bought an Hymalayan last may and after 6000 miles I never got any troubles, Honestly, I'm very Happy with this Adventure bike and I wouldn't change for a more powerfull one. I don't care about performances, the purpose of this bike is riding cool , watching the world behind your sunglass and enjoying the very moment of Life ! That's why I love my Hymalayan 😊

[@munta1967]

thanks very nice to see, i am waiting for a new 2021 getting delivered :D

[@davidireland6952]

very nicely said! i agree 100% 😁

[@lay1back]

I bought a BMW 1250 GSA, and the first ride home was nearly 3000 mile. There were plenty of issues, ie snow and freezing temperatures. At 64, my needs are different than what the Himi has to offer.

[@JohnCunningham-sy5ug]

@@lay1back should have bought a plane ticket 🎟️. LOL 🤣😆

[@lay1back]

@@JohnCunningham-sy5ug , I did. The bike was on the west coast, I live on the gulf coast. Delivery was going to take 6 or more weeks, so I flew out and rode it home. I don’t just like to ride, I love to ride.

[@Makermook]

I love mine. I took it on a 2000km trip over the summer and it was flawless. She's a capable little mule.

[@walkerhjk]

Itch Boots rode from India to the Netherlands, 30,000Km and from Buenos Aires to the southern tip of South America and then up the Andes until she had to leave her bike in Peru when Covid hit, another 30,000km. She has her REH returned to Europe and is now riding a Honda 250cc bought in SOuth Africa

[@mookymark]

Done loads of long haul in India (all 29 states) on my Enfields and some rides with wife on the back and fully loaded no punctures; a 9000 klms trip 3 countries (Nepal and Bhutan also) with wife, a 7570 klm trip from North East to Kashmir no punctures either, and loads of other trips 5000 klms plus (ALL MRF tyres on my 6 bikes)...strange but true mate...you have had a good look at the region and witnessed how demanding it can be in the high country....what a hoot eh! Thanks for the footage and stay upright

[@mikethespike7579]

I wish my wife was like that.

[@MrStrocube]

As far as i'm concerned, Noraly, Itchy Boots, has proven to my satisfaction that the RE Himalayan is a reliable, trust worthy machine. The thing is a study little mule. It will go anywhere and never let you down.

[@rya3190]

as said by Ari and Zack from RevZilla, "It'll do anything, as long as you don't ask it to be fast"

[@vakantieman3270]

Any new motorcycle should be able to last 40 k in the first year. The real question is if it can do 4K a year for 10 years with normal maintenance.

[@rya3190]

@@vakantieman3270 couldn't tell you, seems most people ride a lot of miles when they get this bike...

[@vakantieman3270]

@@rya3190 yeah I understand I’m not hating the bike though love the look and style. Replacing stud like a battery isn’t that bad. Not nearly as bad as a head gasket like in a duke 390 working 10k

[@davidireland6952]

I have owned my bought new 2021 UK Himalayan for 9 months now..apart from a failed fuel pump relay at 850 miles which i replaced myself...it has been faultless on my daily commute to work, been loaded up with camping gear for weekends away and has not rusted due to the winter riding i have done on UK salted roads, i did wash it only once a week..but still looks like new!

[@CharlieDeltaEchoVict]

Wow, amazing scenery, lovely video thanks. Had my Himmy for coming up 3 years and it just gets better with age.

[@biplabnath8458]

I own a BS6 beauty and recently did 1500+ Kms. It was mostly through mountains and bad roads and I can tell the power is sufficient in those terrains. A 650 might have thrown me out of the turns, where I was doing 60-70 kmph turns. Loved it, just wish it had a more deeper exhaust note somewhat similar to Greasehouse exhaust.

[@BMRTV]

I remember getting a bmw 1150r and reading about how bad they were. The shaft drive was going to fail, the rear wheel was going to break loose via a faulty pin and another issue I can't remember. Never happened and turns out, yes some early versions did have an issue which is bad but only if you road in certain conditions such as tons of water crossings which people forgot to mention when they complained about them. Mechanical things are fine until they aren't. Fix them and keep going. Ride on!

[@Allthingstech3108]

Expensive brands need not be reliable, they are mostly show pieces having a lot of snob value, but the common man brands have to be reliable because they are bought just because of that reliability factor.

[@chrisgraham887]

Love my 2019 "Himi"

[@climbmotoadv1550]

at last someone with a lot of experience with the bike! even if your modest about it. some people have it for two days then review it an think they know all about it. I say it seems like proper bike. and it has some style not like the plastic fantastic opponents to this bike

[@kalvacharlasasank]

Thank you for a honest review. Despite the issues highlighted by other KZbinrs, I am planning to buy one in Jan 2022, and your review helps a lot.

[@ಹುಚ್ಚವೆಂಕಟ್]

If u haven't bought it , u can wait for himalayan 450 with 40-45 hp

[@thisisbadpanda]

@@ಹುಚ್ಚವೆಂಕಟ್ But it will significantly cost more

[@87Sakiel]

was close on getting himalayan 2020, but for less i took suzuki dr 650 .... Have fun all of you keep safe! Long live those bikes!

[@mpwicks]

Good choice here on the DR, for sure.

[@dangunn6961]

dr 650 good bike.

[@mikethespike7579]

The power shouldn't be an issue if it's meant for touring or just getting to work. I travel the world (okay, really just Europe, Siberia and parts of Northern Africa) on my ancient BMW K75 and never use its full 75PS to the maximum. It's not speed I'm interested in on such trips, it's the scenery, freedom and adventure. I'm now seriously thinking of getting an Himalayan seeing as my old BMW, as sturdy and reliable as it is, is not good on gravel and sand. And I also really need a bike with tubes in the tyres that can be repaired much better when punctured. That is a real issue with tubeless tyres, they can be plugged for a while, but that doesn't last long.

[@xavierderck3910]

Youre dead right. I've the same opinion.

[@goodash1]

You know he is going to have a flat real soon after that.

[@Wanderer1]

😂😂😂 I did.. on a different bike though haha

[@ericcole7452]

I've got a bs6 2020,,,had the clutch fail at 600kms,,,but was replaced under warranty,,,it may not be powerful,,but I get 100 smiles per hour,,,as with my Indian Cheif Darkhorse,,,I love it !

[@mono91351]

Hey, I've been thinking about the Himalayan, what are some things you recommend before and after buying, I own an Indian scout.

[@davesy6969]

I am probably going to buy a himalayan for my next ride and have done a lot of research about it and people are still having relay problems, RE are still packing them with grease but cleaning them and replacing them with better quality ones is a fairly cheap and easy fix. Some dealers have been cleaning off the grease before sale though.

[@DersNoNem]

You need to check gear shifter bolt over the year? The heck?

[@wardroland270]

Thanks WM. Great job. Good info. God bless. Happy trails.

[@adrianchiew2288]

Great vid brother man... And your voice do reminded me of Soap in Call of Duty

[@Thinwater]

22,600+ miles on my 2018 Himalayan

[@klano8443]

Any dramas.

[@Thinwater]

@@klano8443 35,675 now, wheel bearing or two, steering head bearings around 12k, nothing produced by RE, just vendor wear items, of course it does a lot of water crossings that doesn't help wheel bearings.

[@maddogmorgan1]

How dare you! How dare you offer an opinion based solely on actually riding the bike as intended! More trustworthy reviewers are able to point out the issues of the bike without ever having ridden one~

[@Blueshade]

yeah like Yammie Noob lol........ I like what you did there.... hahahahha

[@thatguy5796]

@@Blueshade and the crowd said, "Amen." 😂

[@mukteshchourasia2371]

We(Indians) are extremely sorry for your inconvenience. It was not meant to, but unfortunately it happened. The bitter truth is the quality of the export models are top notch but the quality of the local motorcycles are slightly different. Hope for a better experience for you next time. Please revisit India.

[@Wanderer1]

I will definitely visit india again. Such a beautiful country.

[@starscream1457]

tires might be different but the bike is same in all countries....indian royal enfields also last long that is the reason why its a legend..otherwise its just a normal company

[@jimmylives]

@@starscream1457 Export quality is definitely different than Indian version same like cars

[@lifeofascrambler]

I loved riding the Himalayan, but I did feel like it was a little underpowered... 😅

[@matthewcaughey8898]

Typically robustness and reliability are the enemy of power. If you ask me I’ll happily give up some power to ensure a piece of equipment is going to be reliable

[@lucamenna8208]

@@matthewcaughey8898 "give up some power" is something, 24 HP is just lack of power to be homest. Not hating on the bike, it's cool, but 24 hp is just shameless.

[@fobode]

3k miles service intervals on my 2018. Never heard of 6kmile ones. In the UK we have brake recalls, my bikes been pretty good, apart from a engine rebuild lol, was using tonnes of oil. No worries, was done under warranty, still love it. I'm not sure I would say not getting any punctures was down to the bike lol! Just good luck Cool travels! Looks awesome

[@kyakaruvlogs2784]

Royal Enfield is on a roll. The following models up for launch in the next 12-24 months - Classic Roadster Shotgun Hunter Sherpa Scram Flying Flea and An Electric Motorcyle Also BSA will be launching its 650cc motorcycle by the end of the year.

[@starscream1457]

Bsa??is it RE subsidiary or what?

[@buzzlightyear1484]

​@@starscream1457bsa brought by indian company mahindra

[@jaydistracted]

I'm going to book a 2020 Himalayan tomorrow. I was divided in opinions till now. Thanks. PS: What should I infer with it lacking power? Suppose on a highway, I wanna overtake another vehicle running at 80 kmph. Will it get done easily with this bike or not???

[@Wanderer1]

That's great.. it won't easily do it but it'll do it.. it can get up to 120kmh without any problems.

[@alfnoakes392]

Keep an eye open for the new Himalayan camshaft from TEC, good for a few more horsepower.

[@starscream1457]

lmao my scooter goes above 80...dont eorry ots speed is 125 kmph and can run easily on those speeds even with pilliob

[@NOMADANKIT66]

love from Kolkata India bro ❤❤🇮🇳

[@godfreytomlinson2282]

When adventuring in the Ladahk region, would you advised carrying some sort of weapon in case of encountering any encroaching PLA bastards?

[@Wanderer1]

I agree with Pranjal down below.. definitely don't need any weapons it's a great place to enjoy.. very minimal risk tbh. Indian army runs a tight ship there.

[@_anandu.vishnu_]

@Pranjal Roy what is PLA

[@_anandu.vishnu_]

@Pranjal Roy 👍

[@_anandu.vishnu_]

@Yoo Yoo 🙏

[@sahilsagwekar]

And also you can't own a gun in India

[@mpwicks]

You never have head bearing issues on this bike? Such things plagued me and two other riders in my group on rides in north India. It was irritating enough to make me never want to own one. Otherwise a decent bike for the price, but even with that said, it’s still far from perfect and FAR too heavy for the amount of power it puts out.

[@bopie5172]

Did you buy the bike new in India or was it hired?

[@mpwicks]

@@bopie5172 rented it. Had the head bearings serviced twice during a one-month trip on it.

[@ramishrambarran3998]

Noraly (Itchy Boots) had steering-head bearing problems too. Her's was a domestic Indian model.

[@brentmitchell9116]

A KLR 650 or a Himalayan, which would last longer?

[@Wanderer1]

Definitely the KLR 650 haha

[@SweetTone76]

Also it’s a fun comfortable ride...good looking 😎 proper looking bike too...

[@raulrrojas]

Is it as reliable as honda? Because those are tuff! I will buy a RE anyway but just wandering..

[@allanhughes7859]

To be honest fed up with a bike at a very very low price has now been reviewed to death !! It is still up and running it has been around the world god knows how many times and still we ask the question is it wroth buying ???? Well lets be blunt if this is the price you want to pay then yes go and get one Is it good value for money of course it is try making a bike at this price ?? Will it do all you need ?? No it will not but show me a bike that will ?? Lets now put this to bed its a bloody good bike at the price simple to work on and if looked after will do as well as most NO MORE TO BE SAID PLEASE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@johnbellamy6449]

brilliant video,thank you.

[@stevencaldwell838]

Unfortunately for me, the bike is to short and under powered. Hopefully, in 2022 a taller, 650 will come out. If so, I’m all in!

[@ಹುಚ್ಚವೆಂಕಟ್]

450 is coming with 45ps power

[@21April853BC]

I’m researching these Royal Enfields. I’m considering getting one. I want to travel.

[@Wanderer1]

Yeah it's a great starter bike for adventure

[@pablor3138]

99% people say they love it. Actually haven't found a single negative review

[@kumar6118]

Nice details brother 👍

[@dennisgreene5055]

is the headset bearing problem fixed?

[@sudarsansukuphotography]

No.. still come set complaints exist

[@kjaubrey4816]

I lost the shift bolt on my Honda 919 at some point. That is just something that happens.

[@ianw3294]

so far my interceptor has been super reliable too and 84mpg!!

[@Wanderer1]

That's amazing fuel economy

[@ianw3294]

@LanceS australian gallon!

[@harimukundan2908]

I will always compare an RE with a Landrover Defender ............I cannot compare with other bikes in the world.....

[@nomadonanomad1468]

Immediate 'like' because you can pronounce the name of the bike properly! Now.....back to the video.

[@mrgrizzlyrides]

Luv the video, excellent work; great channel too. I’ve gotta 650 Interceptor which my wife and I love to ride on. I have always admired the Himalayan and I am seriously considering getting one to do green laning on etc in England. But, is the Himalayan capable of carrying a passenger on the road? My wife has sat on the back of one and says it is really comfy. Any pointers really appreciated.

[@RaviRJoshi]

Yes. It's made for two people plus 250+ kg extra weight.

[@mrgrizzlyrides]

@@RaviRJoshi thanks Ravi👍

[@vakantieman3270]

@@RaviRJoshi lol so the bike can carry 400kg by that logic

[@mr.banker1211]

@@vakantieman3270 yes it can

[@starscream1457]

@@vakantieman3270 yes

[@silktvPDR1]

I also love my 2019 Himalayan and owned it from new. Use it most days for commuting to work but leave it more than 4 days and the dreaded flat battery happens yet again. That is my only gripe but now I leave an old car battery with it and some leads but not a real fix!

[@peterwrench4416]

Himalaya? No, him no lie, he tell the truth!

[@neilallen460]

If they make a 650 version, I will buy it.

[@davidwaddington9414]

they are in 2024.

[@roydavies357]

I’ve had a TON of problems with the bike. It’s great when it works, but reliable it is not.

[@KevinofWessex]

Its brilliant..

[@Kemrer]

Thank you

[@IrishBog]

So maybe you took the Himalayan to the Himalayas. But did you ride a meteor on an actual meteor ?

[@Wanderer1]

That would be good

[@IrishBog]

@@Wanderer1 Oh fantastic video by the way. Really well filmed

[@faridelfadani5404]

Fun fact, in Indonesia that himi is 7500usd motorcycle

[@starscream1457]

so??

[@41omkarvedpathak57]

Bro that's bike are rented one that bike have daily routine so issue are occurring definitely 🙏

[@JohnAdams-xc5yk]

Cheap for off road but not in the same class as Honda Rebel 500, on the highway

[@41omkarvedpathak57]

Owner never buy bike for power modern electronic bla blaaa blaa only for simplicity of the bike easy maintenance and more confident ❤️🔥

[@samben6597]

its has a tube in the rear wheel, so fixing a puncture yourself, is a hassle, i rather get a japanese dual sport

[@xfire7]

I wish I bought a Honda . Cannot even get me to work reliabily . 2021 euro 4 loads of defects . I want a refund .

[@pranjalsharma479]

metal and added simplicity

[@random_reveal9812]

Are you mute ?

[@supratjondhoprasetyo455]

KTM 390 adv

[@porter5877]

Quality of the tyres lol OK...

[@mr1bienvenu1]

RE bikes are poor quality, period 😮

[@mangofangoe315]

No RE is reliable

[@Maggieismydog]

What an overpriced garbage bike! After riding this I can not understand why people actually like this bike???? Really, soooo many bikes are far superior to this at this price point. Gutless motor, rubbish suspension (made with Himalayan rock salt!), lousy fuel consumption, just a bad bike for the asking price.