This model is built on the same principles as the Beloved Yamaha TW200. It is a solid go anywhere easy to ride & maintain low horsepower workhorse. The higher weight and lower horsepower combination, along with the lower center of gravity, is what gives this bike that high degree of no spin traction that is so important in rougher conditions.
I just bought one. I’ve had tons of Harley big twins over the years. All I can say. This bike is hands down my fav bike next to my 66 rigid Triumph. If you could only have one bike this is it a do all Mad Max. May not be fast. But I can cruise comfortably all day at 55-60 even with my ol lady on the back. And it’s fun!
Fix brakes with sintered pads. Fix fogging dash with new gasket formed with rubber fishing tube. Angled bar risers transform the ride when stood up. SAS seats, north wales UK will reupholster the seat with decent padding for around £70UK (best option out there and will post to usa). Tec cam with 16T front sprocket turns power from slightly frustrating to liveable. I would avoid air filter upgrade if you use off road in deep puddles as more chance of flooding engine. Iridium plug. Replace stock headlamp bulb with performance philips city vision. Replace sump guard with motech or givi if going off road as enfield one is weak. Givi crash bars are good, be careful in those ruts due to extra width. Barkbusters a must. Upgrade cheap handlebars as will bend on first drop. Raise front mudguard with spacers. Install a decent chain. Pirelli mt21 tyres if going muddy or sandy, albeit stock not bad. Replace mirrors with double take indestructibles. You now have a fully sorted himalayan which can go anywhere still cheap.
I fitted an src bash plate, destroyed the givi one, they are rubbish. Also fitted the src engine bars. Have damaged the ground a few times now, never hurt the bike.
@@mattyb7736 i fitted the motech sump guard as looked more robust than givi and its a solid lump of german metal and surviving well so far! Ive only had a few drops with givi crash bars and so far so good. I fitted SRC headlamp grille as best on market and will protect the headlamp, as spaced off and really solid, most others are aesthetic, and SRC version can be popped off for headlamp cleaning. Expensive but you get what you pay for. Dont bother with the givi side stand foot enlarger, premium price and quality no better than cheap one off aliexpress, already falling apart and going rusty.
Royal Enfield Built like a gun since 1901. 82 is top speed recoreded by "Jack rides" in U.S. 439 pounds Roughly 65 - 75 MPG. Grin ear to ear Perpetual motion Their is linkage at hitchcocks UK or Baxter cycles Marne, Iowa that can raise or lower seat. $5700.00 out the door cash in February. A child could adjust tappets. 3132 miles...All roads, No roads. Lincoln, California?
Good video and good points. You are right that the KLR is top heavy on comparison to yours and you can’t turn off the ABS which I wish I could. Either but it with or without. Appreciate the video
Two important points you make. #1 Tires-must keep fresh rubber on these trails #2 Great idea to have those Amazon Gas bags Still looking for Mr Bear in the woods. Looks like a great place to buy a home Down a trail in the woods Perfect!!
I bought one just before Christmas and have already put 2000kms on her. I'm an ex Goldwing/BMW rider and I'm absolutely loving this bike. Have spent about 1000€ on mods and am having a blast. Am just about to put the 16-tooth drive sprocket and the Tec cam on her. Just for a little bit of edge on main roads, but for country lanes and off-road this girl is an absolute gem! Looking forward to my first Summer season on her.
Some Great dirt roads there. I has gonna put a rear tire like yours on my 17Street Glide... because my driveway is like that huge hill you hit towards the end
i can comfortably do 65 mph on American highways.... you can push to 70 but i don't recommend long term. 60 to 65 is best. it's loves the 35 to 50 range on backroads and trails.
I'm a simple man with simple tastes and I think this is the bike I'm looking for. Joe Ryan took his around Australia without much drama so it's good enough for me.
Great motorcycle for offroad adventures. I bought one in morocco last summer and had a great vacation on it. Its not only build for India but does great in Morocco too ❤
Another adventure in the dirt, it just doesn't get any better than that! Just watch out for those eastern diamondback rattlesnakes up in those hills. People don't realize that they do exist in our mountains as well as the standard copperheads. The Himalayan seems to be the perfect bike for those fire roads and a fun bike to ride, period! Great video and love seeing the beautiful southern scenery! Like that old country store. I grew up going to stores like that as a kid. They are of a bygone era now. Keep riding and stay safe ABUSA!
I take mine offroad more than most... its the scram model.. legal speed is 100kmh on the bitumen, it does that easily. i put some knobby tyres on.. it handles everything except wet clay/mud... and that's as much me more than the bike.... love it... great for adventures. muz from oz
The only thing I didn't like is the way the headlight is fixed. The Scram headlight turns with the forks and I might get that instead just because of the light. I really like the look of the Himalayan though. For what i'll be doing either bike will work. Logging roads and back country roads with a little exploring in the desert.
I've got a fond memory on top of Springer Mt, a meteor shower at 2AM on the last night of my AT thru-hike. Watched it from a bit of a clearing near the Springer Mountain Shelter, about here, 34.62945169967509, -84.19388311323726. Anyway, that area brings back good memories. Perfect place to explore around on the Himalayan. Looks like you're really enjoying it. Cheers!
For the price it is the best overall bang for the buck. I’m looking into a smaller off road bike but doesn’t want a straight dirt bike. The Himi might be small but it is heavy for the motor size. I hope the new 450 might be lighter
you can't feel the weight at all Pete and it has sooooo much low end torque it never struggles at all the 450 is liquid cooled total redesign first gen, be aware
The Himalayan is on list, but I have lines on a couple of other bikes, a low mileage DRz400 and DR650, both already mostly equipped. Plus there's the huge "aftermarket" for Suzuki so I can setup the bike exactly how I want it.... I know, decisions, decisions ... delicious 🤣
Maaaan these trails are awesome for my NO skill GSA !! Plus I miss the greenery☹️☹️☹️ Don’t get me wrong there’s green here too but this is more of my taste lol. Maybe I’ll convince the wifey to move back eastwards somewhat??😂😂😂
Too much horse power is worse than not having enough.. I have been doing 4x4 and motorcycles for over 60 years.. The only other motorcycle to consider would be the Suzuki DR-650 (not the 400 which is more dirt orientated). .
This model is built on the same principles as the Beloved Yamaha TW200.
It is a solid go anywhere easy to ride & maintain low horsepower workhorse.
The higher weight and lower horsepower combination, along with the
lower center of gravity, is what gives this bike that high degree of
no spin traction that is so important in rougher conditions.
Well said!
I just bought one. I’ve had tons of Harley big twins over the years. All I can say. This bike is hands down my fav bike next to my 66 rigid Triumph. If you could only have one bike this is it a do all Mad Max. May not be fast. But I can cruise comfortably all day at 55-60 even with my ol lady on the back. And it’s fun!
it's such a great bike and so inexpensive!!!!!!
I had my ol lady on my back for 24 years which is why I finally got rid of her. Now I only ever go solo!! 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
Fix brakes with sintered pads. Fix fogging dash with new gasket formed with rubber fishing tube. Angled bar risers transform the ride when stood up. SAS seats, north wales UK will reupholster the seat with decent padding for around £70UK (best option out there and will post to usa). Tec cam with 16T front sprocket turns power from slightly frustrating to liveable. I would avoid air filter upgrade if you use off road in deep puddles as more chance of flooding engine. Iridium plug. Replace stock headlamp bulb with performance philips city vision. Replace sump guard with motech or givi if going off road as enfield one is weak. Givi crash bars are good, be careful in those ruts due to extra width. Barkbusters a must. Upgrade cheap handlebars as will bend on first drop. Raise front mudguard with spacers. Install a decent chain. Pirelli mt21 tyres if going muddy or sandy, albeit stock not bad. Replace mirrors with double take indestructibles. You now have a fully sorted himalayan which can go anywhere still cheap.
thanks for all the detailed information! ride on!
I fitted an src bash plate, destroyed the givi one, they are rubbish. Also fitted the src engine bars. Have damaged the ground a few times now, never hurt the bike.
@@mattyb7736 i fitted the motech sump guard as looked more robust than givi and its a solid lump of german metal and surviving well so far! Ive only had a few drops with givi crash bars and so far so good. I fitted SRC headlamp grille as best on market and will protect the headlamp, as spaced off and really solid, most others are aesthetic, and SRC version can be popped off for headlamp cleaning. Expensive but you get what you pay for. Dont bother with the givi side stand foot enlarger, premium price and quality no better than cheap one off aliexpress, already falling apart and going rusty.
Royal Enfield
Built like a gun since 1901.
82 is top speed recoreded by "Jack rides" in U.S.
439 pounds
Roughly 65 - 75 MPG.
Grin ear to ear
Perpetual motion
Their is linkage at hitchcocks UK or Baxter cycles Marne, Iowa that can raise or lower seat.
$5700.00 out the door cash in February.
A child could adjust tappets.
3132 miles...All roads, No roads.
Lincoln, California?
Good video and good points. You are right that the KLR is top heavy on comparison to yours and you can’t turn off the ABS which I wish I could. Either but it with or without. Appreciate the video
thank you good sir!
Two important points you make. #1 Tires-must keep fresh rubber on these trails #2 Great idea to have those Amazon Gas bags Still looking for Mr Bear in the woods. Looks like a great place to buy a home Down a trail in the woods Perfect!!
Im picking up mine Saturday. Pine green. And my nephew is getting his the same weekend same color. Im so excited
you’re gonna love it !
I bought one just before Christmas and have already put 2000kms on her. I'm an ex Goldwing/BMW rider and I'm absolutely loving this bike. Have spent about 1000€ on mods and am having a blast. Am just about to put the 16-tooth drive sprocket and the Tec cam on her. Just for a little bit of edge on main roads, but for country lanes and off-road this girl is an absolute gem! Looking forward to my first Summer season on her.
Great to hear!
Just got mine for 5200 out the door tax title etc. Only had it 1 day but already been on dirt and tarmac with it. Csnt wait to explore more with it
great buy!
I like your set up with the navigation . I just bought a 2022 royal enfield continental GT on Saturday and love it
congratulations!
Some Great dirt roads there.
I has gonna put a rear tire like yours on my 17Street Glide... because my driveway is like that huge hill you hit towards the end
What would be an all day top cruising speed for the Himalayan
Thanks
i can comfortably do 65 mph on American highways.... you can push to 70 but i don't recommend long term. 60 to 65 is best. it's loves the 35 to 50 range on backroads and trails.
Bought himi bs3 carb model...damn in love with low end Torque
I sold my 2014 Indian Vintage, which I put 120,000 on and got a 2022 Himalayan. I now have over 20,000 on it and the smiles per mile are awesome.
nice run on the Indian as well! Himmy is so fun !
I'm a simple man with simple tastes and I think this is the bike I'm looking for. Joe Ryan took his around Australia without much drama so it's good enough for me.
it's a winner! simplicity at its best!
Great motorcycle for offroad adventures. I bought one in morocco last summer and had a great vacation on it. Its not only build for India but does great in Morocco too ❤
excellent!
Love my '18.. no abs! no bs period. 😆
Another adventure in the dirt, it just doesn't get any better than that! Just watch out for those eastern diamondback rattlesnakes up in those hills. People don't realize that they do exist in our mountains as well as the standard copperheads. The Himalayan seems to be the perfect bike for those fire roads and a fun bike to ride, period! Great video and love seeing the beautiful southern scenery! Like that old country store. I grew up going to stores like that as a kid. They are of a bygone era now. Keep riding and stay safe ABUSA!
amazing times Jd!!!!
You forget to turn on the ABS when you go out of "off road"! Cool motorcycle!
happens often lol.
I bought one in Thailand, i love it. I cross rivière and jungle without any problems.
Can you link the packs you attached to the crashguards?
amazon name is Via Terra Trail pak 2.0 link wouldn't attach easy find on amazon!
I HEAR BANJOS !!!!
love the creative paint work you've done great ride for a great bike
thank you !
I take mine offroad more than most... its the scram model.. legal speed is 100kmh on the bitumen, it does that easily. i put some knobby tyres on.. it handles everything except wet clay/mud... and that's as much me more than the bike.... love it... great for adventures. muz from oz
Thanks for sharing
Now this a good morning !! Coffee and ABUSA ride in the Himalayan!!! How about fuel range ?? Is it over 150 miles or not??
never check lol just fill it up until it's empty and start over lol ain't got time for that 😂😂😂😂
@@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA you’re no freaking help either🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@MRGS48 just ride it lol if it's low fill it up 🙄
350 plus KMs , whatever that is in miles , run in well 450 KMs
65 to 70 MPG is average.
What gps are you using there?
motorcycle tom tom rider 550
The only thing I didn't like is the way the headlight is fixed. The Scram headlight turns with the forks and I might get that instead just because of the light. I really like the look of the Himalayan though. For what i'll be doing either bike will work. Logging roads and back country roads with a little exploring in the desert.
perfect !
I've got a fond memory on top of Springer Mt, a meteor shower at 2AM on the last night of my AT thru-hike. Watched it from a bit of a clearing near the Springer Mountain Shelter, about here, 34.62945169967509, -84.19388311323726.
Anyway, that area brings back good memories. Perfect place to explore around on the Himalayan. Looks like you're really enjoying it. Cheers!
For the price it is the best overall bang for the buck. I’m looking into a smaller off road bike but doesn’t want a straight dirt bike. The Himi might be small but it is heavy for the motor size. I hope the new 450 might be lighter
you can't feel the weight at all Pete and it has sooooo much low end torque it never struggles at all the 450 is liquid cooled total redesign first gen, be aware
Versys 300 is pretty damn good value, plus more kick on highways. Spoked wheels, smooth clutch… good bike.
@@interestedparty7523 definitely a solid machine as well !
What's that navigation device??
tom tom rider 550 its excellent
@@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA thank you
welcome
When Himalayan -450 launched in Usa.As of now i know it is 42 bhp power torquee engine.If launched in Usa please review the bike.
would love to !
You keep making good point about it. I almost though there at the end you might be scouting ou the trail to ride it offroad even more remote. 🤣🤣
i was lol
That bike has plenty of everything I like it I rode those same roads on way less 125 Honda back in late 70s 60 is plenty fast
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It’s a great bike for that purpose!
indeed my friend!
I love it!
Can’t beat this bike. I can’t wait for the new 450. Might be trading up?
nah that's liquid cooled which will really change it. the 411 has proven track record! love it !
As of now Himalayan -450 already launched in India.Soon it be launched in Usa.42bhp power and torquee engine . Digital round display.
The Himalayan is on list, but I have lines on a couple of other bikes, a low mileage DRz400 and DR650, both already mostly equipped. Plus there's the huge "aftermarket" for Suzuki so I can setup the bike exactly how I want it.... I know, decisions, decisions ... delicious 🤣
all good ones !
A man's gotta know his limitations.. haven't found em yet, me and my Himmi are still lookin.
Rode with one yesterday we couldn't do more than 60 65 he was pushing it. Peace ✌️
yup and that's plenty for my needs for the intention i use it for
@@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA don't get me wrong I want one lol
@@JamanRooney no i didn't lol i get it bud!
Maaaan these trails are awesome for my NO skill GSA !! Plus I miss the greenery☹️☹️☹️
Don’t get me wrong there’s green here too but this is more of my taste lol. Maybe I’ll convince the wifey to move back eastwards somewhat??😂😂😂
That's the exact reason I sold my KTM 690 Enduro R in favor of a Honda crf300l.
Too much horse power is worse than not having enough.. I have been doing 4x4 and motorcycles for over 60 years.. The only other motorcycle to consider would be the Suzuki DR-650 (not the 400 which is more dirt orientated). .
great point !
The RE Himalayan has been rightly called "a Landrover on two wheels".
yes !
Plan on replacing your clutch pretty soon.
did you have to ?
@@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA no, but the way you ride your clutch every time you start out you will.
@@kleinbiker1 riding 21 years and hasn’t happened yet …..
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