Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 In-Depth Honest Ride Review - Watch Before You Buy or Book it | 2024

Hi, In this video I am sharing my honest riding opinion of what I felt as a customer and a user, not as a reviewer. Please make sure you ride this bike before booking this machine. Many of you might feel it's serving the purpose and feel and relate with me Practically. You can visit Riders Corner, Shivmandir, Siliguri, West Bengal for a Test Ride.

[@im_jram]

Once upon a time a wise man said "do not complain about heating if your ass is seated on a 300+ cc motorcycle" and I respect that

[@chomskyan4life]

300cc is considered a "very small capacity" motorcycle almost everywhere. Royal Enfield's engines are hardly sophisticated.

[@CravenAus]

I'm impressed when people can speak a second language, but mind blown that you can speak two languages at the same time. I have no idea what 80% of this video was about.

[@bohemianphotographer6843]

Do you think he speak English ? 😂

[@johndavy8801]

Very well done Biker Niladri,that is by far the Best review I’ve seen on the All New Himalayan 450 that’s come out of India. We have to wait till spring (April) here in the UK until it appears in our dealers,unfortunately the small first batch will mean very low numbers available to buy here & customers have already put deposits down. I’m thinking I will have to wait till our summer to buy one when more bike come from the factory. Great work my friend & Thank You.

[@MNR0006]

SR Motoworld channel name suna hey😂???

[@ishwarmanirai224]

The much awaited video 🎉🎉

[@imtheiinsbi2129]

A long awaited video dada... Barbar tomar channel check korchilm kobe ase😊

[@souvikroy5831]

Very well explained straight forward feedback whatever it performed on your hand, 👍

[@emperorofdarkness3096]

Always awesome 💯 review although I am not a royal Enfield fan bou but for you video dekhna to bann ta h❤❤❤❤

[@user-kq9sk8he8u]

I appreciate the review and your riding skills are really good brother👍

[@BikerNiladri]

Glad you like them!

[@shivnaddha4623]

Great informative video. Loved how you explained this motorbike m. Thank you

[@BikerNiladri]

Glad you liked it

[@The_Nomad_pilgrim]

Bro what is your height I want to get one but I am concerned about seat height

[@saptarsibhowmick5870]

Hi Niladri, regarding the front heaviness, how will you rank the Interceptor and this one?

[@BikerNiladri]

No comparison both are way different.

[@GodsOwnRider]

I am an ex interceptor owner and I did test ride the new himalayan for around 30 minutes in a mix of city and highway. The interceptor is very front heavy and very difficult to make abrupt directional changes while riding, especially at speeds. But compared to that the new himmy felt lighter. In fact I did not notice the front heaviness during the test ride. I will check it again (after seeing this video) during the next test ride.

[@saptarsibhowmick5870]

@@GodsOwnRider thanks. I wanted to know this only

[@rideyourluck1371]

True Talks True review not buyers Review .. that's why I like u

[@user-it1nm9ti6h]

Frist comment Niladri Da 🎉🎉 Love from Kolkata ❤❤❤

[@BikerNiladri]

Thankyou so much

[@abhishekmeena2277]

Regarding the tappet noise....being an Automotive Engineer I want say that the new himalayan 450 is a great bike.... If you ride it carefully for the first 2k kms you will avoid these unwanted noise from engine..... Breakin period is very important with the sherpa 450 engine......this engine will get better and better as it settles down...... People can definitely go with Himalayan 450.....

[@subhajit1128]

Hello Mr. automotive engineer, this is a dohc setup with shim-type valve, same as ktm 390. They're not supposed to make any kind of noise when coming out from the factory, right? I understand that this is RE's first liquid cooled engine, but no one should praise any kind of engine till it has clocked at least 20k kms.

[@abhishekmeena2277]

@@subhajit1128why aren't they supposed to make noise? These engine need everything to be very precise...... Engine has a character of being smooth ( single cylinder standards) and thats a fact...... There are some things that needs to be worked on by royal Enfield, else the engine is great

[@subhajit1128]

@@abhishekmeena2277 A big high compression, high revving single cylinder can never be smooth, reliable and durable. If I'm wrong, name one 400cc (or bigger) single cylinder motorcycle that has crossed 50k km in its lifespan.

[@abhishekmeena2277]

@@subhajit1128 reliability depends on Maintainance and it changes individually....... And read it again smooth by Single cylinder standards.....

[@jburman_photography]

Nice review, just wanted to know how is the vibration level? I tested two him450 and I felt vibration was more compared to my 2023 411..

[@BikerNiladri]

Yes

[@jithinj5000]

There's an incredible difference in heating after the first service.. Heating is very less

[@shobitbhujel7766]

Nice review...ride hard ride safe❤❤

[@Mrkannadigaoncycle]

I was about yo buy this bike , i got one of the best riview thank you Bhai, from Karnataka Bengaluru

[@BikerNiladri]

It's my pleasure

[@deepaksmarihal]

Macha am confused... Duke 390 gen 3 and himalayan 452cc... Yavdhu sari irate??

[@yeribananarotis7666]

@@deepaksmarihalmacha 390 buy maadod idre make sure you go to rides often in smooth free roads because 390cc in this Bangalore traffic is too much power which will go to waste,duke 390 is more of a powerful bike so better go for 250 or himalayan

[@deepaksmarihal]

​@@yeribananarotis7666 Basically, I am from dharwad, illi astu traffic ila, soo was confused.. 😊well tqs

[@abhaykalla210]

Off-roading doubt hai? hain??

[@somon2wheels659]

This is an honest review...most of the reviewers can't dare to speak up the truth since others in the initial stage have gone GA GA over its pros and avoided the cons those are likely to make a major impact on our day to day running ...the specifications etc doesn't reflect the actual riding experience to be offered by a motorcycle...so this is the best way...just speak up your mind and I know how good you are a rider... I remember you did Siliguri to Delhi in 15 hours..who can doubt your crazy Skill😊...love from your hometown

[@BikerNiladri]

Thankyou so much

[@zaktanazaki8785]

​@@BikerNiladrivaaiya kya offroading and for good mileage for "middle class" ke liye Bajaj CT125x shi haai?

[@YashasYo]

One of the perfect review. Even i have felt the same in this bike .

[@akbangleoro428]

Bike chala ne se kavi heavy nhi lagta..that basic physics. Not realy a point to discuss here again n again

[@sam33833]

where are you riding this bike?

[@saurabhwadhval3918]

Good information 💯 thanks 👍

[@purandharb]

can you give your thoughts on which one to pick between this and triump scrambler 400x ? Like scram is 2.7 L vs this is 2.85L and I am confused in terms of which is better. My purpose would be pretty much touring to places on weekends ( i don't go office / commute to work is not something i will do using bike but occasionally once a quater or so i may take the bike in city etc.) I like the looks of scram but not sure of the comfort levels on himi vs scram. Definitely will take test ride before buying but want to gather some thoughts or info so that i can check myself when i take a test ride. Also if i am going with himi, then i will wait for tubeless variants and god knows how much will that cost.

[@nurarihyon07]

Well it depends, i have test ridden both bikes. If you want to enjoy the curves and occasional weekend rides i would recommend scram 400x. But if your main purpose is touring then it would be himalayan cause it gives good highway stability as it is a bit on the heavy side i.e., himalayan is a good secondary bike but at this increased price there ktm 390 adv x which has more features and reliabilty(and comes with tubeless tires as stock) as compared to himi...tso est ride all 3 of em and decide. edit:- there is cb300r too if you are looking for dual purpose, it is lightweight, no vibrations, good mileage , nice power, and has good cruising speed of about 120(if its not windy).

[@Dhrubagamingyt]

450

[@youronlineguide1114]

​@@nurarihyon07 have you faced any heating issues in traffic while on scram 400 triumph,

[@avishek9903]

Very practical review

[@sujaykarjee9253]

a great detail review ❤.

[@BikerNiladri]

Thank you! 🤗

[@anandbadule5898]

When you'll going to review of HD x440

[@souravkarmakar762]

Oh it's very nice bhaiya 🥳❤

[@omkarkhamkar9388]

You've ridden both, the scrambler 400x and the himmi on the same road... can you please tell how were the vibrations at speeds of around 100-120? Also did you feel that the scrambler was finding it hard to hold these speeds as compared to the himalayan? How is the refinement on both the bikes when compared side to side?

[@BikerNiladri]

Yes Scrambler will struggle to maintain 120 without vibration. I can make 100 to 110 easily without vibration m

[@omkarkhamkar9388]

​@BikerNiladri and how was Himalayan? Refined compared to the scrambler?

[@calmrider5173]

Love this

[@youronlineguide1114]

I'm 5.7 ,Definitely it's very easy to ride , yes heating issues are there ,easy to handle in traffic, even in off-road, all I get some issues while I have to pull back but it depends on the person strength

[@tirthankarbanerjee4624]

Nice review ❤❤

[@Cred_it]

which is this road?

[@yonzonzigme]

Bro also do a ride review on aprillia plss

[@shubhadeepdey2244]

Bro what about scram 450 ?

[@baneeeeee1]

Is it small for 187cm tall?

[@deepsome3887]

For a 300 km ride which will you prefer himalyan or speed 400 ?mixxed road City and highway.

[@pravinmurthy]

If it's not offroading.. Then it is the Speed 400 easily..

[@Arif08888]

Braking is Damn good

[@kaustav349]

Awesome review❤

[@BikerNiladri]

Glad you liked it

[@silentmanrules]

Top notch video…explained in detail without any irrelevant info….was confused between meteor 650 and himalayan … your video helped me to clear the confusion….Btw the twisting roads were magnificent.. treat for a rider

[@BikerNiladri]

In my opinion non of bikes are good as you have mentioned.

[@Motoristika]

Really nice bike!!! Do you know the max load weight for this bike? And it is beginner friendly ? Thanx :)

[@BikerNiladri]

I don't recommend this bike. Not worth

[@thewb77rider92]

Need review of ktm 390 adventure sw

[@harshm8475]

Bhai ye jagah dekha dekha lag raha... Kurseong?

[@Patty0425]

Finely ❤❤

[@samyabaidya8753]

I have booked it. Currently i am riding honda hornet. I am skeptical if i can use re 450 for daily rides to office and weekend to market. Also please give review on bike performance in monsoon. Will the electronics and switches function properly under heavy rain?

[@BikerNiladri]

Office ride and market wrong bike, less mileage and front heavy driver handling.

[@nurarihyon07]

Advice:- Keep you hornet for city and market rides and use himalayan for touring.

[@bababakchod745]

1:15 thanks for the valuable information sir. 💀

[@kandurimanohar8211]

Please do a video comparing Himalayan 450 and Triumph scrambler and which is best. Best bike under 4lakhs?

[@KS_THE_ORIGINALS]

scrambler

[@ezyryderdsz]

The tak tak noise u mentioned is normal. Don't worry about noise. Yes the heat from radiator is normal too, it's a 450cc

[@BikerNiladri]

If paying such huge amount and still getting tik tik noise and unwanted heat and you call it as normal then I am sorry. I don't wana waste money on such machines which yet needs to get more developed.

[@sagniksengupta3212]

the heating issue might reduce after first service 🤷‍♂️

[@tuhinkashyap1340]

Honesty❤

[@souravdutta5864]

Miss theses roads 😢

[@automobileenthusiast2265]

Brother i have budget of 3.5 L I have a bike for daily commute need bike for long travelling what is the best choice for me in this segment i ride like you full revv required some good milege😅

[@BikerNiladri]

Go for Speed 400 or NS 200 or Ktm adv 390x

[@ankurroy1991]

Pride of Siliguri.❤

[@Sachink06]

What is name of the place you are riding in? Looks good.

[@BikerNiladri]

Rongtong

[@sayanbose1992]

I recently bought this after owning Yezdi adventure for almost 2 years.. I am happy with this purchase 😊

[@ryan_infinities]

dada experience kamn holo yezdi adventure a

[@sayanbose1992]

@@ryan_infinities so bad ☹️ দার্জিলিং উঠতে গিয়েই ক্লাচ প্লেট পুড়ে গেছে 😟

[@musicworldyt1687]

​@@sayanbose1992ki bolo 😮

[@anilthakur1838]

Yes tapped noise is there yesterday i went to service center they said its normal because tgey have given a gap so you can easily ride with high rpm they compared with 390 adv so its normal as they said but i do have doubt

[@BikerNiladri]

That's Gimmick 🤣 till date himalayan 450 can't beat ktm adv in highway and power.

[@TodaysTradeMantra]

Bro I want to buy one from royel Enfield 350, meteor , classic or Himalaya 450, please suggest...My requirement is ....I want to ride long ways...500km once in a month...and daily use in city.

[@liveyoungnfree8616]

hunter 350

[@mayuur2singh465]

Bro which is better KTM adv or Himalayan 450 ?

[@rahuldeka4730]

KTM ADV anyday. Himalayan is good though

[@BikerNiladri]

In my opinion ktm adv 390x can easily be the best if compared with it.

[@bananithakurta2765]

HIMALAYA 452 or SCRAMBLE 400X WHICH WILL YOU PREFFER BETWEEN THESE TWO ??

[@chiranjibkar1999]

I don't off road much but I think Scrambler 400 X is a nice combination bike for both city and off roading rides. Also 400 X has an immobilizer.

[@bananithakurta2765]

@bikerniladri please reply

[@rohanstormbanks7601]

Both are new 2 the market, both seems gud enough... Take test ride... Dont assume that Himalayan is same as b4, its not... So, ride both and thn decide... Its not that Himalayan is best but I personally wud go with the Himalayan; I dont like Triumphs, at all! Just a personal preference...

[@UtpalSingh-xp9yz]

Honest review

[@powerisinsoul7061]

Bro apki height kitna h..

[@AliZaidy-vf3nc]

Its my dream bike❤

[@akshanshrauthan5997]

Ye tracks kya hain? Road ke as pass?

[@patrickrai23]

Toy Train ka.

[@AbhiAdventure]

Bhai Tell Me Honestly With Which Bike I would go i am confused between Ktm adventure 250 and Himalayan 450, Its Going To Be My first bike. I really trust your genuine reviews, Please Reply Brother

[@BikerNiladri]

Adv 250 any day. Light weight, easy handling and better off-road capability as compared to this.

[@Man-ch2et]

Did a test ride of ktm 390adventure x today. I'm leaning towards 390x but the low torque of 390 and the looks of Himalayan ( subjective) is what I even considering himalayan. But I will mostly go with ktm

[@arthoslee3014]

Bhaiya mein apna first bike lene wala hoon. Kya aap ise recommend karte ho? Main thoda travel bhi karunga.

[@BikerNiladri]

i personally don't recommend.

[@780vikas]

bhai le le

[@pravinmurthy]

Bad bad choice as a first bike..

[@aparichit_2.0]

Go for honda highness

[@Akshaybalutia007]

What will you choose Himalayan or triump scrambel?

[@BikerNiladri]

Scrambler sounds more beneficial.

[@Akshaybalutia007]

@@BikerNiladri can you explain it why🥺

[@780vikas]

@@Akshaybalutia007 bcoz he don"t like himalayan😃

[@pravinmurthy]

Triumph any day superior to any RE 🤷‍♀️

[@prosantamondal36]

You are a finest rider

[@rajkadam347]

Old is gold 🙂

[@joyridewithayan1505]

Scrambler 400x or Himalayan 450 for touring & highway? 🛣️❤

[@BikerNiladri]

In my opinion I am not able to find a better all rounder machine like ktm adv 380

[@popypaul137]

Ahh just melted!!!

[@wallindiatouring1610]

Bullet ride video do

[@goma8695]

Tapet noise is nothing to worry about sleep well and enjoy your ride .i

[@wanderlustdibakar7473]

Turning radius kaisa hain bro?

[@MOTOZOI]

Barhia hain

[@abcxyzu]

I love this colour, thank god its base variant😅😅. Will buy it soon, till then issues will be resolved if there any.

[@rohanstormbanks7601]

in 2nd batch of mass production, hopefully...

[@Raypro1818]

Without tubeless tyres this bike is dangerous to ride at hogh speed on higway

[@subhadipbhattacharya587]

Dada ❤

[@sushantaaich2406]

Which is better...yezdi adventure or Himalayan?

[@BikerNiladri]

In my opinion none when it comes for off-road and wild touring. Go for ktm adv 390 power, stability, good chassis and comfort

[@himalinepali1467]

nice

[@victor7620]

Now the nation wants to from u ktm 390 adv or this himalayan ???

[@BikerNiladri]

In my opinion I would definitely go with KTM ADV 390X

[@Hulkooo]

Only for touring definitely 390 adv but for both with no doubt definitely the himalayan

[@mototourer9936]

1st✨✌️

[@BikerNiladri]

❤️

[@kevinbrahma7633]

I don't like brake light in indicator............pishe se koi thok dega sometimes not noticed........ It happened with me I had an accident..........

[@studioaudiogear]

🥰

[@koushiksikdar7173]

You are from NJP

[@kevinbrahma7633]

Indicator in brakelight should change..............it's not good back se dek na koi thok dega it's confusing rear se ko thok dega accident hone ka bahut chance haiii it's not greattt i hatted it...

[@msdh_]

Gsa bhai toh bhari h

[@RohanPal-qi3my]

Lv u ❤❤❤

[@sumandas9039]

Wow ❤nice bike ❤

[@BikerNiladri]

Thanks ✌️

[@bhanununia]

location 🔥🔥🔥

[@pratikthapa1531]

Tindharia❤

[@samuelmomin8692]

Im 5.8 will it be comfortable for my height

[@BikerNiladri]

Yes

[@c2mangsi980]

My height is 5.5 and iam still gonna purchase this bike😜

[@BikerNiladri]

Good luck

[@youtuberlaunda499]

Bhai slow hi chala kaunsa emergency hai slow chalake bhi information de sakta hai 😅

[@BikerNiladri]

Slow dekhna hai to jake koi aur channel kaa video dekh loo

[@subhadarshibhattacharya2676]

Bro pls mavrik ka review

[@BikerNiladri]

Coming tomorrow

[@mirdulbalodi2006]

Bhaisahab Yeh darjeeling h kya

[@BikerNiladri]

Not Darjeeling but one the road towards Darjeeling

[@ANAND3123]

Lol very funny review of this beautiful bike..🤣

[@abhi__fitnesspbx]

You cannot expect no heat from 450 cc engine

[@BikerNiladri]

I never said that, well I expect less heat in the month of Jan, lol go ahead and buy this bike and ride it.

[@annurajeev]

Whats the solution for tappet noise

[@BikerNiladri]

When the brand itself couldn't find solution in 2024 how come you will get it.

[@annurajeev]

@@BikerNiladri ture! I was asking you actually

[@abhishekmeena2277]

@@annurajeev noise is mainly from the timing chain tensioner...... The noise is not from the tappets as these shims doesn't need adjustments that early..... Himalayan is a smoother bike...... Its a beak innnn sensitive bike.... For first 2k kms if we avoid high rpms I think it will maintain the showroom like smoothness

[@annurajeev]

@@abhishekmeena2277 oh ok thank you bro for the clarification I was actually thinking to purchase

[@abhishekmeena2277]

@@annurajeev Even I am getting it delivered this Monday..... I delayed it as the noise issue surfaced but after doing alot of research i came to the conclusion that The 450 is a good bike.... These bigger capacity have these noises in their character...... Every liquid cooled engine in the market above 250 cc have vibration..... But being a 450 himalayan is fairly smooth.... You won't get any smoother Engine than this...

[@chesong2627]

Duke 390 adv or Himalayan 450

[@BikerNiladri]

Any day ktm adv 390

[@Eksdee07]

Tappet noise is the signature issue of RE😢… I don’t really think they will fix this issue anytime soon. I own Hunter, going all good but still this tappet noise makes me disappointed.

[@BikerNiladri]

Genes 🧬 Continues in Generation 🤣

[@pravinmurthy]

My Yamaha FZ25 had it too.. Yet that never made the bike any less reliable 🤷‍♀️