Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 vs Yezdi Adventure: Specifications Compared

Royal Enfield has launched the Himalayan 440 in India at Rs 2.29 lakh (ex-showroom, Chennai). Here's how it compares to the Yezdi Adventure in terms of its design, engine, underpinnings, and features:

Price

The Himalayan 440 is Rs 21,000 more expensive than the base variant of the Yezdi Adventure, while the difference between the Himalayan 440 and the top variant of the Yezdi Adventure is Rs 6,000.

Design

Details 

• The Himalayan 440 has a more traditional ADV design with a round headlight, tall windscreen, and a large front beak.

• The Yezdi Adventure gets a more modern and sharper design, with a split projector headlight and angular bodywork.

• The Himalayan 440 looks more purpose-built, while the Yezdi Adventure has a more youthful appearance.

• The Himalayan is available in 3 colours: Sela Black, Mustang Brown & Nelong White

• The Yezdi, on the other hand, comes in 4 colours: Yellow Falcon, Nebula Blue White, Glacier White & Tornado Black.

Engine & Gearbox

Details

• The Himalayan 440 makes more torque than the Yezdi Adventure, and that too at lower RPM.

• The Yezdi Adventure makes more peak power, but at a much higher RPM.

• Both bikes are equipped with a 6-speed gearbox.

• The Himalayan’s stronger low-end torque should make it better suited for relaxed touring and off-road riding.

• The Yezdi Adventure, meanwhile, could be the better choice if outright performance is your priority.

Underpinnings

Details

• The Himalayan 440 gets the same basic suspension setup as the Yezdi Adventure, with a telescopic fork and a monoshock.

• The Yezdi Adventure gets a larger 320 mm front disc, while the Himalayan 440 gets a 300 mm front disc.

• Both bikes get 21-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels, along with 220 mm of ground clearance.

• The Himalayan 440 is 12 kg heavier, but has a 15 mm lower 800 mm seat height compared to the Yezdi Adventure’s 815mm.

• The Himalayan 440 comes with tube-type wheels, while tubeless cross-spoked wheels are available as an option on the Yezdi Adventure.

Features

Details 

• The Himalayan 440 gets a semi-digital instrument console, while the Yezdi Adventure gets a modern fully digital unit.

• Both bikes get Bluetooth connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation.

• The Himalayan 440 gets an LED headlight, while the Yezdi Adventure gets all-LED lighting.

• Both bikes get switchable dual-channel ABS, but the Yezdi Adventure gets three ABS modes for additional control while riding off-road.

• The Yezdi Adventure also gets traction control, which is not available on the Himalayan 440.

BikeDekho Says 

The Himalayan 440 and Yezdi Adventure take slightly different approaches to the adventure bike segment. The Himalayan 440 focuses on low-end torque and a relaxed riding experience, while the Yezdi Adventure offers more power, modern looks, and additional features.

If you want a more relaxed motorcycle for touring and off-road riding, the Himalayan 440 makes a lot of sense. The Yezdi Adventure, on the other hand, is better suited for riders looking for a modern-looking ADV with more performance.