Royal Enfield Himalayan(2022), Is Riding It Comfortable On The Highway & Interstate?

[@precipiceofgrind]

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[@musicadefe4837]

I appreciate how you state your opinions as opinions. Excellent review and very helpful. I'm going to put down a deposit on one.

[@johncarter9964]

Two tips: try hooking your heels on the passenger foot pegs. (If they fit), your legs will feel relieved and your back will straighten out and feel better. Next, after you install the front lower crash bars, Mount folding foot pegs on them for another leg position. Learned these tricks on my several rides to Sturgis. Great interview!! ENJOY!!

[@aviewfromthesaddle4160]

Royal Enfield's own touring seat makes the seat even better and gives you more scope to move around. Couple of years ago I did 1,700 miles in three days on mine (all asphalt), and a couple of weeks ago did ~40 miles of trail riding on a rented CRF250 then jumped straight back on my Himalayan and rode the 250 miles home (all asphalt but no highway). The 411 is an amazing adventure / do everything bike. It requires some mental adjustment if you're used to big CC machines for sure (my history includes a VFR800, DL1000, TL1000R and sports 600s), but RE got a lot more right than they got wrong. It's not all sunshine and roses; the quality isn't quite up there with more contemporary offerings, I've had a few warranty claims, but I bought it with my eyes open shall we say and I absolutely love it. 80 miles of mixed trail riding last weekend on it, and now I'm commuting on it tomorrow with all the hard luggage that entails. It's a bike that does everything straight out the box. Sometimes I miss the big CC thrills, not gonna lie, but this unassuming little bike does everything I need it to do very well indeed.

[@franmitch3589]

I've rode many bikes, currently in the shed got 2019 Himalayan, 2019 crf250l, 2007 harley 883R the Himalayan is my favorite by far

[@michaelking6705]

Nice review on the highway capabilities of the Himalayan. I was on the fence on it due to highway capabilities, but it seems more than reasonable riding on the highway.

[@RollinTwentySix]

A 16T front or 36T rear will greatly improve it over 60MPH

[@nchance1]

Michael, let me give you some advice. I purchased an Enfield Himalayan in June and have put 1200 miles on it since. I love it, but there is a major issue with highway speeds. If you get behind a semi or need to speed past someone, there is NO power reserve to pass anyone uphill. Period, there is nothing there. I live in Alaska, and we have some long stretches uphill going into town.

[@mikehurley5052]

@@nchance1 So you wait a minute or 2, relax and enjoy the ride.

[@MikesProjectsandHobbiesMC]

Great video. I find the sweet spot is about 60 to 65 for cruising. I actually ran mine up to 6000 rpm today and that was maybe 78 mph? With my windshield, top box, gas tank and side bag I think that was all she had.

[@denniswilliams5659]

I'm really enjoying you guys video's. I currently own a 2022 KLR and I'm looking at a 2022 Himalayan, your video was very helpful in my decision. Thanks again

[@precipiceofgrind]

Appreciate you watching! Both bikes are a hoot to ride!

[@williammcmanus2841]

If you put the original bar end weights back on instead of the ones that came with the hand guards vibration will all but disappear.

[@daweshorizon]

The Himalayan 411 is not really designed for the Highway or Interstate! Why not take a Goldwing down a rocky track? That would be an interesting video. However, I agree with your comments. The Himmy will do 70mph all day, but not much more! I agree with your comment about the stability of the Himmy. If you are (by necessity) on the freeway or interstate, (or motorways, as we call them in the UK) it's very capable. It feels so 'planted' on the road, no drama from passing vehicles or crosswinds. It just stays on track. I bought my low-mileage, used Himmy after my youngest son and his partner rode 15,000 miles around Europe last year. They travelled through thirty-five countries, much of it off-road, in just over four months. From Gibraltar in the South to Finland in the North. They took camping gear and tools for doing their own servicing and tyre changes. No mechanical failures. Fairly impressive! Take care. Love and peace.

[@colinturner3607]

I didn't find the stock seat to be that comfortable. Fine for fifty miles but after that restrictive. A guy needs to move around after that and it is the curved section at the back of the seat that restrains. I managed to find a lower seat where the curved section at the back is much reduced on Ebay and that gave me some wriggle room, which in turn doubled my riding distance to at least a 100 miles before I needed a break.

[@alexjohnson3696]

Thanks for this, really appreciate it 👍

[@juliopacora289]

Great video and good info on the himalayan!

[@kittywampus]

I've noticed the bike runs better with more miles on it. It's got a very low speed break in period (if you follow the manual) but it runs so much better afterwards. Enjoy. Soon you'll be one of us 😆

[@ewetho]

I am a heavy 6’00” and after trips to Dallas, Medina back through Kerrville, and last to Austin….. the Tall Seat Concepts seat cover with foam adjusted to my weight was a godsend.. after an hour i would collapse the seat foam enough i would be on the frame rails that are wider than the seat… but otherwise just realize you will be primarily in the right lane… taller seat also made the old knees much better too…

[@garycriswell580]

I agree with what you said about the Himalayan on the ride I bought a new Royal Enfield in 2018 2019 I wrote it out to Mount Rushmore I held a speed of 70 mph with my camping gear on the back and as I recall my mileage was about 55 to 58 mpg When I got into Idaho and Montana of course I had to drop down to fourth gear but I still climb those mountain passes at 60 MPH. Let me add a 70 mi an hour I was doing $5,800 RPMs I also live in Central Oregon so we've got some pretty good passes with some 6% downgrades going west so climbing up those downgrades coming east the Himalayan is still doing pretty good

[@stephenfreid6200]

Wow, sounds like a great trip on that bike.

[@Kyrodan022]

I have ridden mine on all sorts of stuff to prove the moto is correct. All roads and no roads. Interstate. Highways. Gravel. Single track. Game trails. Did great. Interstate blows on any bike. What’s the hurry to get to destination. Why buy a ADV bike to ride interstate. The fun is in exploring while you are on your way.

[@stephenfreid6200]

Hey, awesome review, appreciate it emmnsly. Had been very curious how that bike would handle on the interstate.

[@stimsonromano2258]

Awesome review and thanks for sharing big love from Australia 😊

[@precipiceofgrind]

You're welcome, thanks for watching!

[@richlijacanacua]

Very great review! Thank you so much....Very informative,.

[@UPGardenr]

Nice camera setup

[@graymangw6016]

Good info and good review, thanks.

[@nchance1]

Let me make a comment as an Enfield Himalayan owner myself. This is a great bike, but there is NO power at all to pass anyone if you're going uphill. I have had two situations this summer that I needed to pass a semi that was going slow uphill in the middle or right lane. When I needed to pass the vehicle, it was impossible to go past 65 uphill. There was simply no power there at all. It is a great bike, and nice to ride for several hours. It is simply underpowered.

[@DS-gv5fs]

Was interesting to see how it did at interstate speeds. I think for most folks, it would satisfy the need. If you are into speed, that is a different story. Thanks for this video. I myself bought a KLR last year, but this was on the list along with the KTM Adventure.

[@precipiceofgrind]

You're welcome, thanks for watching! Enjoy your KLR!!

[@confettihunterminus1]

I’m in this dilemma right now. KLR or Himalayan. The only thing is I have to do 200 mile commutes sometimes and I’d like to be able to do that on my motorcycle… Kind of leaning towards the KLR

[@felixklages1893]

Für mich war dieses Video sehr hilfreich. Ich möchte dieses Motorrad als Allround Motorrad nutzen wobei ich täglich ca. 40 km Autobahn fahren muss. Somit kann ich mir gut vorstellen wie es in Deutschland funktioniert. Endlich mal ein Video mit der Himi wo ausgiebig Autobahn gefahren wird. Vielen Dank fürs teilen.....Grüße aus Deutschland

[@peterbell5556]

Seriously consider upgrading the camshaft from Hitchcock's UK. I did and love the difference. I won't say it's a huge difference but I will say it's noticeable. Not expensive but it will give you more throttle response. More lively. Lose less power loss when loaded and climbing hills. Sounds great too.

[@larrymickey3419]

Try the DNA air filter upgrade and you'll find the bike pulls better on hills. Don't know how many miles on your bike but you'll notice an increase in acceleration and braking as the motor breaks in and brakes bed in nicely.

[@DayneExplores]

I did this upgrade to my Classic 500 and the difference was remarkable. I also highly recommend the DNA air filter.

[@Karan-iy5mz]

​@@DayneExploresdid you get ecu remap or exhaust modifications or just the air filter alone?

[@kevinbastian908]

Awesome video

[@milnerontheroad57]

The DNA filter makes a huge difference, 15% to 20% increase in power and much deeper sound, plus much better on the highway, and running premium unleaded fuel, it runs cooler. Overall they are a fantastic bike for the money. From Down Under.

[@Flamamacue]

This and the camshaft mod seem like some very smart mods for a bike that is just shy of having "enough" power. I'm eyeing it off and frankly feel like I'd be ok with it stock but seems like an easy way to top off the power

[@adamjoshuahughes3971]

I mean yeah...but they are releasing the 450 in September so that could be worth waiting for? I also just saw that the guys over at Auto Engina in India modded one of theirs up and changed it up completely to an 822 parallel twin lol I know. Why would you even do that

[@RoadDogSteve]

I like my Himalayan stock... It's why I bought it.., How is the weather in Dixie forest mid September? Heading out for 3 weeks after Labor Day...

[@RollinTwentySix]

I put 6K miles on mine stock, then I did 36T rear sprocket, DNA filter, and Booster Plug. Totally worth it!

[@RoadDogSteve]

​@@RollinTwentySix cool

[@jmlr5190]

Great video. Thx.

[@coniferousforests8030]

really nice ride!!

[@michealclarke2139]

Try seat concepts tall seat just great for me

[@VinayKumar-db4qz]

RE will be launching their Himalayan 450 with 40 H.P, and liquid cooling, I think that would be more appropriate for American roads.

[@MrRourk]

A 450cc bike does not need liquid cooling

[@RoadDogSteve]

Depending on what roads.....

[@jamesharvey44]

The current bike is fine, one does not buy this kind of bike to ride the highways. Water cooling is just one more critical failure point that will fail 100 miles south of nowhere.

[@RollinTwentySix]

@@MrRourk It does if it needs to have good HP/L and meet emissions standards

[@TheParaxore]

Yeah I'll take the better MPG, besides, I doubt anyone is planning to take this thing cross country anyways. For shorter distances on the highway it seems to do just fine.

[@allans7281]

it all starts with comfort and gets better from there

[@edwardkaminsky8142]

IMO...The Himalayan appears to be more for offroad and the Scram....more for the blacktop. Each will go on and off Road though. The Himi seems to be designed for lower end torque for climbing mountains at slower speeds. We do not see willy's jeeps speeding down the highway at 75 miles an hour. Heck, I drive a 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage with a 1.2 CI.engine. will not climb a mountain but will get 60 mpg highway. Had to down shift to 3rd gear, of 5 following tractor trailers through vail and Breckinridge. Point is...400 cc gets you alot of adventure for the price. Triumph 900 scram is beautiful but you can buy two Himi's for the same price. Who's been selling the most units? Positive reviews seem to tell the Tale. Thank you D and Jen!

[@precipiceofgrind]

We are eagerly awaiting the release of the 450 Himalayan and I'm trying to keep from picking up a 22 Himmy since they are currently on sale in Vegas. The Himmys torque is certainly worth noting, It will get you up the mountain!

[@edwardkaminsky8142]

@@precipiceofgrind Hey Dave and Jen. Waiting to pick up that 2022 Himalayan Red Rock leftover at euroVegas middle of February. We started looking at the Scram, and went with the 2022 Himalayan leftover for a $1400 savings. Upon following the comments from 1. Chaitanya Shervegar 2. Amul Mehta 3. Shuv Kamal upadhaya Good chance we may see a 450 scram later in the year. Utube shows the 450 and the likes of the 650 interlayan but I think those are shop/ dealer modifications. I may grab a Scram 2023 411 leftover ( late fall) if the 450 does not hit the shelves...especially if it's at a $ 1400 reduction. Cannot get enough of your videos and you've been quite the gentleman verbally considering the circumstances. 2 Royal Enfields Have to be better than one. 👍

[@precipiceofgrind]

@@edwardkaminsky8142 I've been trying to keep myself from picking up one of the Himmys that are on sale currently, been tough. Kind of holding out for the 450 and I really like the 2023 'Dune' color. Jens been nice enough to let me ride hers! Congrats on yours! I may have to have a look at the Scram...

[@allans7281]

terrific video !! Seat concepts makes a "tall seat "for the Himalayan that's flatter for that bike which would make a world of difference for taller riders The windshield helps with aerodynamics to increase speed . I would rather utilize that than the heavier larger engines. i've ridden the Himalayan on the freeway and 70 was no problem -bike was pretty planted

[@larrykaminski3269]

How does Jan deal with the weight of the Himalayan on off rougher road? Thanks..I also put on a Bad Ass motorcycle seat cover...really makes it nice..also changed from CETA stock to Shinko 700 series

[@edwardkaminsky8142]

Hey Larry, How long did your CETA tires last...how are the Shinko tires.? ( Mr. ED in Vegas)

[@julianrose810]

Take a look at Tec Bike Parts camshaft &front sprocket improve the ridability and the economy

[@RollinTwentySix]

I have owned my '22 Himmie in California since February. I replaced rear sprocket with 36T and ride on highway often - 65-75 np. Faster? Nah lol

[@vishravarsr7794]

May i know how was the brake performance? I feel unsafe even at India speeds. Wondering how was the effectiveness in USA given the high speeds and wind.

[@precipiceofgrind]

Haven't had any issues with the brakes while riding at higher speeds. However, brakes weren't so great while on steep, off road descents...a bit lacking.

[@romeldias]

the bike is too slow...blah blah blah - some yammie noobs who haven't ridden the bike but have opinions based on specs!

[@RoadDogSteve]

Perfect for forest/desert/gravel roads. It does what it was designed to do 100%...

[@RollinTwentySix]

My first 3 cars accelerated slower than the Himalayan lol. I find my Hmmie adequate :D

[@sscbkr48]

lammi tube, yammi dube, noobie crude.. Who cares what the dorky dude and his followers think about the Himmi. lol 😃

[@volt8684]

I cannot understand what RE don’t improve the power. These bikes are raved about by all, with one constant criticism being the power. My 1977 honda 360 has 33 bhp and never considered underpowered on uk roads. Come on RE just another 10hp

[@precipiceofgrind]

Well, rumor is RE is making a 450 Himmy to be released in 2023...we shall see...

[@volt8684]

@@precipiceofgrind 🙏🤚

[@MrRourk]

I was looking at the 411 Scram then I saw SWM 500 Ace of Spades Edtiion

[@ridernotrunner]

I have tiny chicken legs that hardly fill out the tank bracing indentations. I am having trouble figuring out where to put my foot on the pegs so my knees are far enough forward without dragging the brake or applying pressure to the gear selector. Thoughts?

[@precipiceofgrind]

I usually place the balls of my feet on the pegs, tucking my toes inward towards the bike...or at least I think that's what I do...works for me.

[@walkerhjk]

Hpw do you find it offroad

[@precipiceofgrind]

Rides great off road, you should check out some of the off road videos we've done with the Himmy!

[@shailenvisaria3200]

As long as you get a touring seat and are happy to do 90-100kph

[@TheBezaleel]

WARNING: Riding a RE Himalayan can become addictive.

[@precipiceofgrind]

Sure is!

[@lq5089]

Love it.. hima come to me 🤍💙

[@tomd804]

Nice review - thanks!