Why I Bought Himalayan 450 and Ditch Kawasaki Versys 650?

[@rrishi997]

Isn't he aware that versys too comes with showa suspension and that too adjustable. Only place where Himalayan is better is it's cheaper and 21inches front wheel is better at off roading

[@doctorrider33]

I am well aware first ride both machines in real world do ladakh zanskar on both bikes and then come to a conclusion. I have done ladakh and zanskar on both bikes and it came out true that Himalayan is better than kawasaki in certain aspects and vice versa. I still have both machines and i feel at more ease with himalayan. Its what i felt in real life situations while riding both. Its the tuning of suspension two bikes with same suspension will not feel the same considering the chasis, tyre and rim size and other things.

[@rrishi997]

@@doctorrider33 it's certain section in ladakh where Himalayan wil be better- bad roads and off roads..been there and done all those. Versys isn't an off roader, 17 inch wheel..now ride himalayan and versys back to back say from Srinagar to leh and see which one handles better. This 450 is equally top heavy and vibrations are off the chart.

[@doctorrider33]

@@rrishi997 what difference you are referring to. If you saying acceleration power vibration wind buffeting then definitely yes. What you need in long rides from a bike - comfortable seat, handle position, correct foot positioning, low vibration and wind buffeting and ease of handling. Himalayan is close to all. Versys have it all but Himalayan is also close to it plus it has added advantages of easy handling, manoeuver and good fuel efficiency. I can compromise on few things if it gives me those advantages like excellent gravel, mud, offroad handling. No bike is complete if versys have some advantages it also have some disadvantages too. Same with Himalayan.

[@rrishi997]

@@doctorrider33 I agree...it's just after versys I felt himalayan has too much vibrations post 100-110. Himalayan can keep up with versys but takes lot of effort

[@doctorrider33]

@@rrishi997agree but my sweet spot is 90-100 and i didnt feel much difference. Himalyan has bit more vibrations at those speed but in real world to me atleast it doesn't bother me.. i am in a different zone mentally so most of times i forget to eat, to rest to stop and even i never call my family when i am riding. I forget everything i just enjoy every bit of ride. 🥳I think thats why no matter what bike it is i will still enjoy. Cheers brother nice talking to you. Keep in touch. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@devendraarney9931]

Thanks for sharing the experience, Well, I am a fan of versys, But this video is really important for new people, its better to analyse the use of bike and choose wisely rather than regretting later, Thanks man.

[@doctorrider33]

My pleasure 🙏🏻

[@umeshmanwara9871]

Maza aa gaya bhai... Tumhara pov ek number hai.

[@doctorrider33]

Thank you bhai 🙏🏻👊

[@pushpindersingh8101]

I liked your perspective.

[@doctorrider33]

Thank you sir I think you understood my point of view

[@ashpal1484]

Good review. You have the perspective of owning both bikes. I went for Honda as I have had a terrible experience with RE.

[@doctorrider33]

Thank you. Honda is a good brand. Cheers 👊

[@arunkumarsinha4322]

Good unbiased and balanced review

[@doctorrider33]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@abhinavsharma2522]

What kind of comparison was it! You judged it based on offroad capabilities. It was never meant to do that. If you bought it thinking of that then good for you. Just making videos for the sake of views is not a long-term thing you should know that. Himalayan can never come close to the Versys regarding tarmac riding. i.e. long rides on good highways and twisties. And please put some respectable tyres on your versys, Those Apollo tramplers are pretty cheap.

[@doctorrider33]

Do u own versys and Himalayan both? If not then keep your ideology to yourself. I own both so I can make a comparison according to what i feel and think about two bikes based on different needs and uses of each one 🥳

[@doctorrider33]

And chill its just a video not a verdict. Try to take opinions lightly and dont take it personl to your heart. ☺️🙏🏻

[@abhinavsharma2522]

@@doctorrider33 How did you assume I don't own one of them? And these are the exact cheap replies I expect from channels like yours.

[@KashyapKaran1]

A true tourer will know that well … HONDAs and KAWASAKIs are hell reliable machines and never disappoint you.. service wise kawasaki is on the higher side

[@doctorrider33]

Righty said. They never disappoint you 👊

[@rahee1226]

Good to see you back sir

[@doctorrider33]

Thank you

[@rachaconda]

I am planning to purchase Himalayan , after these kms covered have you faced any major issues, i am waiting for the cross spoke version to come out, thank you Doc

[@doctorrider33]

No i havent faced any issues so far.

[@mithunkartha]

He is not comparing bikes just the greater comfort and ease he feels on the himalayan. I have had greater fun on my xpulse than my bulky adv tourer.

[@doctorrider33]

🙌👊

[@kartikeysharma6667]

Nice comparison

[@doctorrider33]

Thank you sharma ji 👍

[@dattacholle8241]

Bhai subscribe kr diya

[@doctorrider33]

Thank you bhai 🙏🏻

[@laxmankharwar4003]

Very nice video sir

[@doctorrider33]

Thank you laxman 🙏🏻

[@sanjeetdrall6796]

👌👌

[@doctorrider33]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@chrispack3131]

If your not planning any or not much off roading then the Versys 650 is the better option.

[@doctorrider33]

Yes as said in the video its depends on your needs and pocket..whether you willing to spend more money on owning and maintenance, how often you intend to ride it, are you fan of acceleration and power etc. its not only a question of off roading only as versys can also do offroading to a great extent if you know how to handle it and use it with caution. In recent Zanskar ride one of versys rider dropped the bike 4 times. So after you have ridden it for 5-10,000 kms you get to know the bike well especially the heavier bikes.

[@iamsamarvlogs]

brother we saw you at narkanda last year we were coming from chitkul on that day and stay at narkanda

[@doctorrider33]

Nice to meet you brother 🤗

[@ashutoshdhauni8779]

Yr bhai givi ka konsa top box suitable rhega Himalayan ke liye

[@doctorrider33]

Mono key wala koi b le lo capacity and shape decide kar k . Jayda chota aur jayda bada avoid karna

[@ashutoshdhauni8779]

@ givi v47 ? For himalayan 450 Also bhai ye jo tail light top box me hoti is it detachable too like top box ?

[@doctorrider33]

@@ashutoshdhauni8779vo tail light nahi reflector hai.

[@doctorrider33]

Utar nahi sakte. 47 lts kafi bara hai himalayan k hisab se vaise. Agar 47 lt loge givi ka tau plate M7 lagana. Bata dena agar chahiye tau. Contact me instagram @doctorrider33.

[@ashutoshdhauni8779]

@@doctorrider33 ha bhai wo reflector ki light bhi toh connect krskte brake se ...whi kehra its like plug & play easy to remove with top box after connecting with brake light

[@vlogger_rohittaak]

❤

[@doctorrider33]

🤜

[@sushenraghavendra1485]

Moral of the Story: Buying a Royal Enfield is cheaper compared to any other bikes…..

[@doctorrider33]

Yes cheaper is one point but i am also talking about my preferences like easy handling, easy manoeuver, offroading capabilities, wide service network and extensive travelling.

[@vishwastoraskar]

Aacha point of view hai. But aapne Himyalan 450 pehle liya hota to aap Versys 650 per upgrade hote kya? Aur Himyalan 450 most of point mein best hai toh Versys 650 rakhne ka koi valid reason aapko lagta hai kya?

[@doctorrider33]

Agar himalayan 450 li hoti pehle tau shayad versys k negative points dekh hi nahi paata ya pata hi nahi chalte. Aur shayad nahi leta versys fir bhi. Kyun main extra kharcha karta jab meri saari needs puri ho jaati. Ab koi reason nahi bacha hai versys rakhne ka isliye uska jaana hi better hai

[@philosopherkyng]

Why didnt you go for NX 500? You would have probably liked it more.

[@doctorrider33]

Problem with honda service stations and spare part availability. I know few friends who are facing the issue with honda.

[@SABISIDDH]

Versys cant be compare to Humalayan 450 , each & every bike has unique carectors , versys is entry level super bike , its has consume that cost, thats why its a super bike , if you can't afford you may go for budget one . any bike .

[@doctorrider33]

Why can't we compare? What you feel how you handle how you use two different bikes can be compared on a personal note. I rode both still have versys with me. Why you upgrade the bike because you compare the power and other things with the existing one. This was my experience and my need, everyone is different and so everyone's needs and requirements.

[@SABISIDDH]

@@doctorrider33 I told you both of them has unique characters, (asking. a child do you need / Like Mom or Dad )both of them has unique characters responsibilities , to grow a child , like same way both bikes are separate characters both of machines has different maintain ,both of them has giving their best driving experience ,why upgrade the bike cc power has not sufficient so it depends upon the rider, comfort , they are upgrading .

[@souvikmondal5105]

bhai yeh knsi carector spelling hai hame toh pata tha character 😂😂😂😂

[@BasuSatwik]

66 bhp with 220kg kerb weight is far from the term superbike.

[@LDRrides]

😂😂bhai tujhe kya takleef hai banane de video. Uske pass dono hai tau vo bhai apna opinion bata raha hai ki usko kyum Himalayan pasand hai. Isme tujhe kya bura laga ye samjana chah raha hu 🤔🤔

[@prashantcruise]

versys me tvs star city ka cable lag jata h .. same size and lenghth 125 -150rs me aaega.

[@doctorrider33]

Ok

[@ayushmongia724]

Are u selling ur versys 650?

[@doctorrider33]

Yes

[@Mrselumalik1213]

Bhai apki bike hamare pass aa gai

[@doctorrider33]

♥️♥️

[@tayronerodrigues1289]

Olá do Brasil! Qual deles é melhor, versys x300 ou himalayan 450? Eu tenho uma versys x 300 , uso para ir trabalhar e também virgens. Quando lançar o Himalayan 450 aqui penso em comprar , Acho q ela é mais econômica ( fuel consumption) e melhor no off-road.. Não dei qual delas tem melhor desempenho em rodovias em viagem...

[@doctorrider33]

Namaste from India brother, Versys 300 didn't do well here and is being discontinued due to lower power high price in its segment and expensive maintenance. Himalayan as compared to versys is cheaper to maintain as well as it gives mileage of 30 kms per litre on an average. 21 inch Front tyre size and showa suspension makes ride and handling quite easy. Cheers mate.

[@tayronerodrigues1289]

​@@doctorrider33Muito obrigado!! Eu adorei o conjunto de rodas , suspensão , altura do assento e tecnologia do himalayan 450 , e 30 quilômetros por litro é excelente!! O versys 300 faz apenas 22 km por litro quando acelero mantendo 110 quilômetros por hora 😢.. A royal deve lançar o himalayan 450 Aqui no Brasil início do ano de 2025 . Felicidades!

[@vimalkumar-yd5bd]

Sir are you paid for promoting this non reliable machine called Royal Enfield. You are comparing with one of the most reliable Japanese bike. Royal Enfield himalayan has handle issues, chasis breaks on normal road, engine siezes life span is short. Versys service parts last very long eg is brake pads , solid 3k it runs. Common sir ur information is misleading.

[@doctorrider33]

Brother its not misleading first watch the video and try to understand that what i am trying to say. I am saying what difficulties i had with versys 650 and what difference i felt i riding himalayan after versys 650. Kawasaki indeed is a reliable machine but i am not comfortable with certain things and you can just keep your eyes shut thinking that its kawasaki like handling and maintenance is tough in kawasaki as compared to himalayan. Its a comparison purely based on my experience what differences i felt after riding both. I still own both of them and after riding himalayan i dont feel like riding Kawasaki expect the lack of that power which comes with kawasaki. I feel more confident and at ease while riding himalayan. Thats my point from my real life experience.

[@doctorrider33]

And yes parts stay longer in versys but cost of every part and consumables are also triple. Chain set costs 25000 plus labour which lasts approximately 25000 kms. Though it doesn't bother me and i can afford but considering the kms i ride (14000 kms/year) i found it expensive. People buy the bikes and then let it sit at home without no expense on break pads, tyres and other consumables. But because i ride extensively the cost becomes more.

[@vimalkumar-yd5bd]

@@doctorrider33 Extensive usage demands you to own a Royal Enfield which is understood but sir ur comparing lemon with green apple. Anything reliable and long standing comes out at a premium and its the same with all legend bikes eg honda, kawasaki, yamaha ,suzuki . What I am saying it's worth to pay the cost for repair on Versys and use rather then using Himalayan. I own a Kawasaki 1000SX my 6 months service bill never exceeded 10 thousand, chain sprocket is only 9k. Wondering how Versys 650 is 25k ? . My usage is office and outstation max 500km. I found Kawasaki better then all other Japanese and much better and superior then Royal Enfield so commented.

[@umeshanandamurthy6396]

But new himalaya has chassis breakage

[@doctorrider33]

Right but no one knows whose fault it is..some says wrong nuts some says after market crash gaurd or may be its rider fault or anything in combination. Abhi tak aisa tau kuch nahi hua