The 2x per year service intervals are what scare me. I live in an apartment in the city, so DIY is not an option. Anyone care to guess what RE dealerships are charging for the 6-month tappet adjustment?
Agreed - even though my off road activities are limited to non-existent now. I think the distinctions have got blurred over the years - or perhaps become 'redefined'. The Himalayan joined the Adventure genre which has been a relatively recent term even if you look back to the developed BMW GS and it's competition - maybe tens of years, but nevertheless I'd say younger than the Scram(bler). Adventure now tends in most modern cases to mean they actually /can't/ go off road rather than dual purpose. The Himi is slightly more unique - credit to RE - in that it is a great off road capable machine and more a 'road/trail' bike in the original GS mould. To me, the Scram(bler) implies a more capable off road machine, if one considers the term in keeping with those 1970s/80s mud slinging, fast, dynamic dirt racers.
Not much real weight to take off. Exhaust is one. Mine already has a Delkevic. But I just added the center stand, so it's probably back to about the same.
Rode one in the himalayas. You should compare it with a 250 honda.The honda is 70kgs lighter, has the same power, better brakes, a 6 speed gearbox, an additional about 100mm suspension travel at each end. So on the trail, better more capable bike all round, on the road, will be reliable and fast. For my money I would own a second hand honda over the royal enfield any day, even parts are more available for the honda,
The only problem I have with Hondas is they have the personality of a noodle. Efficient to the point of being dull. The Himmy has character. Some people care about that, and some buy Hondas.
But,,,,,,,although the CRF 250/300L is lighter, more capable and easier to use off road, it lacks the torque of the Scram......and the Scram is a far more capable, comfortable bike on the road. I sold my CRF250L and bought a Scram - for me it was a clear winner.
The 2x per year service intervals are what scare me. I live in an apartment in the city, so DIY is not an option. Anyone care to guess what RE dealerships are charging for the 6-month tappet adjustment?
Shouldn't take more than a couple hours. Multiply by whatever your local shop rate is (Nowadays $125-$150) and add the cost of filter and oil.
Agreed - even though my off road activities are limited to non-existent now.
I think the distinctions have got blurred over the years - or perhaps become 'redefined'. The Himalayan joined the Adventure genre which has been a relatively recent term even if you look back to the developed BMW GS and it's competition - maybe tens of years, but nevertheless I'd say younger than the Scram(bler). Adventure now tends in most modern cases to mean they actually /can't/ go off road rather than dual purpose. The Himi is slightly more unique - credit to RE - in that it is a great off road capable machine and more a 'road/trail' bike in the original GS mould. To me, the Scram(bler) implies a more capable off road machine, if one considers the term in keeping with those 1970s/80s mud slinging, fast, dynamic dirt racers.
any opportunities to reduce the weight? what about changing out the exhaust?
Not much real weight to take off. Exhaust is one. Mine already has a Delkevic. But I just added the center stand, so it's probably back to about the same.
I'm 5'3" wondering if the seat and suspension can be lowered?
Seat, no. Suspension, I think there may be options. Try sitting on it first, though. It may not be as tall as you think.
@@mongrelmotorsportshitchcocks has linkage to raise or lower bike.
Again they didn't just didn't call it a scrambler 6:25
Rode one in the himalayas. You should compare it with a 250 honda.The honda is 70kgs lighter, has the same power, better brakes, a 6 speed gearbox, an additional about 100mm suspension travel at each end. So on the trail, better more capable bike all round, on the road, will be reliable and fast. For my money I would own a second hand honda over the royal enfield any day, even parts are more available for the honda,
The only problem I have with Hondas is they have the personality of a noodle. Efficient to the point of being dull. The Himmy has character. Some people care about that, and some buy Hondas.
@@mongrelmotorsports Great reply! 😅👍👏
But,,,,,,,although the CRF 250/300L is lighter, more capable and easier to use off road, it lacks the torque of the Scram......and the Scram is a far more capable, comfortable bike on the road. I sold my CRF250L and bought a Scram - for me it was a clear winner.
@@mongrelmotorsportsI sold my goldwing because despite being one of the best, it was as dull as dishwater
@@RufusCapstick I respect Hondas and have owned a few. I just don't get a thrill from riding them.