Royal Enfield HIMALAYAN 450 | Engine Oil Change | 2nd Service

6,000 kms engine oil change on the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450.
#bigbearbangalore #royalenfield #himalayan450 #engineoilchange #SILKOLENE

[@krisachar]

We have lots of similarities, Even i keep changing lubes much before the manufacturers recommended schedule.👍 A cleaner engine is a healthier engine. 😊

[@bigbearbangalore]

👍

[@sauravdeb573]

Sir I am confused between the new Himalayn 450 , interceptor ,gt650 & SM650 . I am going to buy my first RE motorcycle. I had Apache 200, Duke 390 . Now I want to buy a motorcycle for touring purposes and a little bit of a city ride . Which will be best for touring ?? Budget doesn't matter.

[@bigbearbangalore]

The H450 is a great tourer.

[@KAUSHIKKUKREJAPoultryTimes]

Great fan of you sir, love your work sir ❤ i want a suggestion from you, want to purchase a bike my height is 6 feet and weight is 100 kg, i drive mostly in city and love to take some offroad sections while going to my farm two times a day and love to do some leh like adventure tours in future not many 2-3 long bike trips only in a year.... Confused in two bikes the interceptor 650 twin as i like the sound coming from upgraded red rooster like exhausts and the other bike the himalayan 450 and meteor 350, and i want to keep it for long time please suggest me sir which will solve my purpose and which one looks great to drive. Thankyou

[@bigbearbangalore]

H450 😊

[@KAUSHIKKUKREJAPoultryTimes]

@@bigbearbangalore thankyou so much sir 😊

[@sharathnv5758]

Hello sir good day, I own a new RE Himalaya 452 for this engine which is the most suitable engine oil that I can use. Please suggest a good engine oil with other options(Semi and also Fully Synthetic). In owner manual RE recommend to use 10W-40 Semi Synthetic.

[@bigbearbangalore]

You can use a fully synthetic oil which is superior to semi-synthetic, but you need to keep the warranty implications in mind because using any other oil than the recommended one, can void warranty.

[@gouthamk9399]

1. Will this void the warranty? 2. Please make a shot on tank gripper or tell where to buy 3 . Front mudguard mod?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Can void warranty Grip from @grip.on There's no mod on the front

[@gouthamk9399]

@@bigbearbangalore 1. could not able to find the gripper can you share a link . 2. Front mudgard in rain throws back the water on headlight

[@dindips]

@bigbearbangalore did they allowed outside mobil like the one you used silkkolene in service center?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Not allowed

[@theraghavs]

Hello Saar, so which one you used here? the 10W50 or 15W50? and how's the performance?

[@bigbearbangalore]

10w-40 and I like how it performs.

[@Jake-fp4ii]

Please make a video on your opinions and thoughts on tubeless conversion kits for spoked wheels. Eg: on bikes like himalayan,interceptor,etc.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Noted.

[@AvroMukherjee]

Hello GuruJi, Please suggest is it really needed to run the new himalayan 450 bike under 60KMPH till the machine clocks 2500KMS.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Follow owners many running-in instructions. Up to 500 kms under 4000 rpm and then upto 2000 kms under 6000 rpm.

[@venukamatam630]

Would you recommend us to use engine shampoo to clean engine...does engine shampoos affects engine life...if so to what extent...It would be helpful if a video is posted based on this

[@bigbearbangalore]

I haven't used any engine shampoo and see no need for it.

[@venukamatam630]

@@bigbearbangalore may I know does it harms engine or not... Because I own a. Pulsar 150 which was ran for 26000km...I wish it could be better if I once clean the engine

[@vijayshankar99]

Should v use only 10w40 oil or 10w50 can also be used?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Use manufacturer recommended grade

[@ridinghightidesindia6847]

Long drain intervals, thinner oils are due to new environmental guidelines. Latest advanced engines run with very tight clearances so manufacturers can even go for 0 W 20 oils in some passanger car engines. Btw its safe to use oil as per manufacturers recommendations as OE oil is always tailored made for asked application and have sufficient TBN number. Had used few Fuchs oils in past, not worthy over Motul double ester line up IMO.

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙏

[@SwagatamRoyChowdhury]

Hey...the two incidents which are circulating regarding the chasis breakdown of Himalayan 450...can you adress them and make a video on it.... whether to go for a Himalayan in terms of build quality

[@bigbearbangalore]

Will do when appropriate. Thanks.

[@SwagatamRoyChowdhury]

@@bigbearbangalore ok 🫡

[@ghumakad164]

I love your videos. Very knowledgeable. I have a question. Is it normal for Himalayan to give a single knock sound like someone hot a stone on metal after 10-15 minutes of turning it off?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Parts cool at a different rate and there can be a ting or ping or Crack sound or sounds after shutting it down.

[@limitless697]

Royal Enfield engine oil is semi synthetic. Do they allow to choose or bring your own synthetic engine oil option of same grade in periodic service at there service centres If they dont allow then will this change from semi synthetic to synthetic to semi synthetic every 5k kms frequently affect the engine? Asking this because periodic service advised by the company is a must to maintain for warranty coverage.

[@bigbearbangalore]

One must use RE oil to retain warranty. The dealer workshop will not use any other oil. You may change oil at a private garage if you wish but must get the vehicle serviced as per manufacturer recommendation at the authorised workshops.

[@limitless697]

@@bigbearbangalore so will the switching from semi synthetic to synthetic regularly affect the engine adversely? As RE will put semi synthetic oil at every 10k kms and I will replace it with synthetic after 5k kms.

[@SuperJoejacob]

How much Oil level should you maintain? The Clear Glass has two Notches or Indicators in it?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Between the lines.

[@cruze86]

Is this better than Liquimoly and Motul? Also which performance air filter do you recommend for himi 450?

[@bigbearbangalore]

I think so. BMC.

[@shreenivaslatad5644]

Go for 300V motul 10w40 . You will see the results.

[@archera443]

When can we expect tubeless spoke wheels from RE.? Share some light please ?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Sorry don't know. Am waiting too.

[@ramesshvarkavalakuntla4057]

You were the influencer for me to buy Himalayan 450 sir I have taken kamet white colour sir now I am worried about the PPF to be done sir, I don't which material is best or should I go for ppf or not as it may turn yellowish after few months and disrupt the white colour sir Can you please guide me on it sir

[@bigbearbangalore]

Congrats. Am not familiar with PPF yet. I'll update when I plan to use it.

[@Anilkumar-vz5bo]

Hello sir please give a review about what you feel about chasis breaking issues and any tappet noise issues r u facing in himalayan 450

[@bigbearbangalore]

I have shared what I think.

[@pritishkumarrathor8988]

Hi can you please share the links of orginal Royal Enfield engine oil needed for Himalayan 450 and the air filter?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Contact a dealership please

[@vikaspatil1234]

Looking at the oil color and quality, do you think it would have gone 10K? Does this mean it's better to change at 5K?

[@bigbearbangalore]

It would have. Color is not the best guide to oil health. If the manufacturer says it can go, believe me it can go. Changing earlier is more a personal comfort and satisfaction choice.

[@jayinho]

​@@bigbearbangalore placebo effect 😅

[@arjundev4908]

@@jayinho But you can definitely preserve the engine's health. Less vibey, less friction. Its worth the oil change.

[@sanketjain9320]

So 16K for triumph? Really?

[@DSK.Stories]

Sir, Could you please recommend which anti-puncture liquid would be most suitable for the tube tires of a Bullet 350 Reborn? Thank you.

[@bigbearbangalore]

None I know of that work well.

[@prathapdas1285]

Hi sir, wanted to know if there was any unofficial oil change done for scrambler 400x too

[@bigbearbangalore]

Not yet

[@BalaMurugan-xo4kw]

Hi Sir, I am big fan of your videos. I love motorcycle riding. I bought an adv at my budget. Xpulse .I enjoy riding it today when I was cruising at 90km the engine oil splashed over my right leg. Luckily it's not too hot to hurt my skin. I suddenly I stopped and noticed smoke and oil over engine, catalytic converter and exhaust .. what could be the reason for this ??? Any experience. I didn't drove as it could catch fire ..

[@bigbearbangalore]

Some.leak obviously. Get it checked. And it's highly unlikely that oil will catch fire. It'll burn on the hot exhaust and generate much smoke

[@BalaMurugan-xo4kw]

@@bigbearbangalore thanks for replying. It's just not leak the oil ooshing out from top of engine if I start the engine. I am not sure just engine oil alone ooshed or petrol also mixed. Service person said not to start and they have towed it..

[@dirkpeelman]

Do you have the specifications of the sparkplug? If possible a NGK crossreference? It's not in the Owners manual.

[@bigbearbangalore]

No I don't.

[@jayrajjagushte987]

Hello Bosky, what's your take on aftermarket spark plugs such as NGK Iridium spark plug?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Good to use. Consistent performance.

[@jayrajjagushte987]

@@bigbearbangalore Thanks for your Superfast reply 😄👍

[@yatrikashish]

Pl do coment on the Chasis break issue in the new Himalyan too. And pl compare the NX500vs H450

[@bigbearbangalore]

I am sharing what I know about this in my Insta page.

[@sarathsekar]

hi sir one question, i bought RE oil filter for Reborn 350 but it came with only the filter and not O-Rings, when asked the person said that O-rings are not available. But i can see that the product in the video has all the o rings. Is it only for Himalayan filter or should i check with the parts store for O-rings?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Depends on the part number. And it's OK to change only filter if that's what is available.

[@sarathsekar]

Thanks ​@@bigbearbangalore

[@sarathsekar]

​@@mohitAV8 yeah even the showroom do no change the o ring. I had few instances where the oil leaked from oil filter cover. Had to re tighten the allen keys.

[@AroundMenOutfits]

@@bigbearbangalore Can you please let me know the part number you used for Himalayan 450, also I see the oil filter is not soaked in the new oil before replacement is that fine or does it need to be soaked in the oil.

[@karaninsane343]

Sir will you change it again during 10k kilometers for service warrant records?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thst has to be done at a dealership.

[@karaninsane343]

Thank you guru ❤ understood

[@shyambondada2833]

In one of your videos i saw front murdgaurd extendor for your himlayan 450 but now iam try to find that videos iam unable to get it ,can u please tell me where can i get that extendor

[@bigbearbangalore]

That was a cardboard mock up trial piece 🙏

[@yashkonduru]

Hi Bosky, I'm getting a burning smell from my h450 engine after a ride in ghat with fully loaded, is it normal behavior of the bike or should I check it with RE?

[@bigbearbangalore]

May be something touched or flung onto the exhaust? Burning smell on a brand new motorcycle is usual. On an older one, get it checked.

[@yashkonduru]

@@bigbearbangalore Thank you ! Mine is brand new one.

[@jarinjames7724]

Will Using full Synthetic Engine Oil void warranty? That's what was communicated by the Service Centre for my new Himalayan

[@bigbearbangalore]

Possible

[@nitheeshudayan]

Any mods to OEM pdt can void warranty....Any mods at owners risk..

[@chethann5813]

Sir did u c that the new Himalayan 450 chassis has broken there are 2 complaints in what do you think about it .. coz I just bot a new one and I'm a bit scared

[@bigbearbangalore]

Have heard of this. Too early to say anything.

[@loborichardson]

Hi. Is it advisable to use semi synthetic and fully synthetic engine oil in alternate service intervals ? Like at 10k km liquid gun semi and at 15k fully synthetic again at 20k semi synthetic like that. Or stick with any one type? Thanks!

[@bigbearbangalore]

You can switch if you wish.

[@loborichardson]

@@bigbearbangalore thanks for the quick reply !

[@alankarchoudhari6202]

Hi Bigbear... I have a Himalayan 450 too... Have asked RE whether I can upgrade the oil to fully synthetic... They have mailed and said the warranty might be voided if i do so.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yes, possible

[@alankarchoudhari6202]

@@bigbearbangalore did RE convey the same to you too ?

[@rachitanandhiremath2234]

​@@alankarchoudhari6202yes warranty is voided

[@HunterVlog350cc]

too much love for your bike, ❤❤

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙏

[@pranavrawat5077]

Hello sir my bike Himalayan 450 just completed 2700km and my second service is due.The service centre told me to change the rear disc pads in just 2700 km and it is costing me around 3000 rupees which seems very high.Why it is so?Is it disc pad quality issue?and Why so much cost for just disc pads?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Rely more on front brakes. You are likely relying too much on the rear.

[@sameerkharade7750]

What do they do with the used oil? Never really thought about it😅

[@bigbearbangalore]

There are government approved licensed vendors who collect the oil for recycling or disposal as per norms.

[@sameerkharade7750]

@@bigbearbangalore thanks!

[@govindmatondkar7502]

Please make some informative video on the issue of fast moving big vehicles shaking the bike when cruising at high speeds..it’s very scary when it happens…please suggest something to prevent/ reduce it.

[@bigbearbangalore]

That's turbulence and physics. We accept and be prepared for the shake and wobble.

[@arunpramod1051]

Is it really good for the bike if the oil is changed at 5k km or is it okay if you push it till 10k. Because I own a h350 and recently completed 5k km and 2nd service is also done.

[@N0tTh3Pr0]

yes it is. The lubricant, in this case engine oil, will contain minute metal shavings of the piston and piston wall… if these metal shavings are present in the lubricant for extended periods then the metal shavings can and will cause damage to the engine’s internal structure… causing deeper grooves on the walls, which will allow the leakageof air fuel mixture into the oil reservoir… you don’t want that. The manufacturer always suggests the optimal limit for everybody involved in with their product. It is upto you and your personal preference whether to get it done before the suggested time or on the suggested time.

[@arunpramod1051]

@@N0tTh3Pr0 ok understood

[@bigbearbangalore]

It's OK to do 10,000 kms if that's what is specified by the manufacturer.

[@arunpramod1051]

@@bigbearbangalore ok understood

[@rachitanandhiremath2234]

It's not ok max 6000km...longer service drain interval means engine open around 50000km .. shorter means life increases minimum 1 lakh km

[@kaustavpaul1128]

Why silkolene over motorex? Which is better

[@bigbearbangalore]

I like Silkolene. It's also priced better.

[@kaustavpaul1128]

⁠any difference in both oils. Just wanted to be clear in my head during the oil change for my Himalayan. Which one should I go for.

[@mohitonutube]

Silkolene? Did they use that. They have their in house oil

[@bigbearbangalore]

This oil change is at Big Bear workshop.

[@deepan16]

​@@bigbearbangalorewill this not make the warranty void?

[@Geralt-mt7wc]

can you please talk about the chasis breakdown that happened? If you more info? RE saying it's coz of crash guard looks like a makeover

[@bigbearbangalore]

Too early to comment.

[@hsegoyiarbokhimofficial]

Sir where to purchase that tank pad? I have the same variant and I seriously needed it. Share me the link please🙏.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Contact @grip.on on Instagram

[@govindmatondkar7502]

Some entrepreneurs should make good quality working glows for all the hardworking mechanics.

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙏

[@subhajithazarika9055]

But why RE recommend changing oil at 10k kms. Is it a marketing tactics or the engine oil do can last such long drain intervals. Any comments on this🤔🤔

[@bigbearbangalore]

But why Triumph recommends 16,000 kms? Manufacturers arrive at this based on testing so it's OK to follow.

[@NaveenKumar-ph2hu]

Hi, I have a himalayan 411 and recently I faced magnetic coil burnt in it, while I replace it back I listened from a royal enfield service guy that to add extra 350-400ml of engine oil that can protect the magnetic coil from burning. Is it a recommended way to do?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Maintain oil level as owners manual recommendations. Extra oil helps not.

[@Josenrl]

Sir, If we ask RE guys to put fully synthetic oil, do they accept it? My second service is not due. Just 3700km only. Is that a problem?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Likely they will insist on using the RE recommended oil.

[@Josenrl]

​@@bigbearbangaloreNoted sir

[@srinathiyengar.mudgal]

Does indian conditions need oil with higher heat tolerance, say 10w 50. I used to use 20w40 for both 2 wheeler & car as well

[@AkashPaul-ql1fu]

Use the recommended one. for XwY you can reduce the X and increase the Y but not vice versa but still recommended is recommended

[@srinathiyengar.mudgal]

@@AkashPaul-ql1fu thank you akash

[@bigbearbangalore]

Use manufacturer recommended grade always

[@srinathiyengar.mudgal]

@@bigbearbangalore thank you sir bosky

[@anonymousryuk6273]

I also want to try the fuchs oil where i can buy ?

[@bigbearbangalore]

WhatsApp [phone]

[@dirkpeelman]

Waht's the partnumber of the oilfilter kit? Thanks, Dirk.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Oil filter kit KAA00182/A

[@dirkpeelman]

@@bigbearbangalore Many thanks!

[@RideWithManDeep]

How many silkolene bottles you use? 2 or 1 or more than 2?

[@bigbearbangalore]

2.1

[@RideWithManDeep]

@@bigbearbangalore yes that’s what Himalayan owners manual states but what I’m asking is.. do you buy 3 1 litre bottle of silkolene and use 2.1 out of them or do you buy 2 bottles and fill up 2 litres instead of 2.1 ?

[@shreenivaslatad5644]

He put only 2 L oil

[@RideWithManDeep]

@@bigbearbangalore where did you get the service kit for Himalayan 450? The o rings and filter. Service centre is denying to sell it to me

[@bigbearbangalore]

@RideWithManDeep it's available at all dealerships. Wonder why they refuse to sell? As a owner of a H450, the dealership should sell you parts for it. Which dealership is this? Which city?

[@manjunandakumar237]

What happened Suzuki Shogun rebuild project no updates till now

[@bigbearbangalore]

In progress

[@dhanushyadav869]

Bosky and ck make a video on broken chassis of two himalayan 450 as soon as possible. Thank you😊

[@bigbearbangalore]

Will check on this possibility at the appropriate time. Thanks.

[@its_maheshshinde]

Waiting for your suggestions sir on autoengina crash guard... ✌️

[@bigbearbangalore]

Testing in progress.

[@ajith3282]

Sri try aprila rs457 and talk about it

[@bigbearbangalore]

Will check on this possibility. Thanks.

[@ashwath23]

What was kept under the drain nut? Paper?

[@sarathsekar]

A carboard would be good.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yes

[@anirudh163]

Which crashguard do you use?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Auto Engina

[@anirudh163]

@@bigbearbangalore I have watched videos of yours telling people to stick with stock crash guards. How is this Auto Engina crash guard any different from other brand third-party crash guards?

[@bigbearbangalore]

@anirudh163 yes, I've been asked my many for an alternate to OEM hence checked and found Auto Engina to be a good alternate to this who do not wish to install OEM.

[@lunatic9390]

Mist have dipped that new filter in fresh oil 😮 through

[@bigbearbangalore]

Not necessary. Not needed.

[@SuperJoejacob]

What size is the Allen key 2:14 ?

[@mechanicalassassin]

14 mm

[@bigbearbangalore]

14mm

[@gopalbharadwaz1176]

Keep on munching miles...👍👍

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙏

[@koghuaw]

Please, use gloves when touching engine oil

[@bigbearbangalore]

🫡

[@boomboombiker1196]

Be careful chassis are broken 450 Himalayan 😮😮😮

[@bigbearbangalore]

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