Royal Enfield Himalayan

The Royal Enfield Himalayan is Royal Enfield’s first ever foray into the adventure bike segment and it stands out as one of the most affordable ADVs in India. What stands out are the Himalayan’s off-road capabilities, for the bike is as good off the road as it looks rugged. With the new Himalayan 452's launch coming in, you would be wondering how the current Himalayan stacks up to the upcoming one, check out our detailed comparision here.

The Royal Enfield Himalayan has a simple, rugged design: perfect for adventurous journeys. Elements like the windscreen, tank braces, and spoked wheels with all-terrain tyres not only look great but also add to its practicality as an adventure touring bike. In fact, it even gets mounting points for panniers and jerry cans, making it quite a good choice for long trips. If you're seeking a reliable and versatile adventure bike, the Himalayan makes for a good choice. 

The Himalayan’s motor offers a relaxed, but not sluggish, performance. It's quite versatile and is very tractable as well. Whether you're cruising on the highway or navigating through narrow streets, the bike can do it all. However, if it’s your primary bike, be prepared for some heat during long spells of slow-moving traffic. It's a minor inconvenience in an otherwise impressive package.

Despite what its weight suggests, the bike is quite a nice handler. While it does demand a bit of effort when steering, once you get the hang of it, it leans into turns readily and feels quite composed.

And when it comes to tackling bad roads, the Himalayan makes it a bit of a joyride, as even the highest speed bumps and deepest potholes don't require you to slow down. Just stand up and power through. One recurring issue from the previous model, though, is the main stand scraping when going over speed bumps with a passenger on board.

When it comes to covering long distances, the Himalayan stands out in its segment. Its tall handlebar and the scooped-out seat make the riding position very natural and comfortable and gives the rider a commanding view. And despite its massive ground clearance, the seat height still remains a very approachable 800mm. 

The Himalayan gets a semi-digital instrument cluster, featuring an analog tachometer and speedomete along with a digital display that shows information such as an odometer, tripmeter, clock, gear position, and maintenance alerts. But that's not all, the bike also gets a digital compass and an ambient temperature gauge for added convenience.

Furthermore, there's an optional Tripper navigation pod facilitating turn-by-turn directions. The USB port means you can conveniently charge your phone on the go too. 

The Royal Enfield Himalayan’s prices begin from Rs 2,15,900 and go upto Rs 2,28,490, both ex-showroom Delhi. And that makes the bike quite a lot of value for the money. Through the changes it has received over the years, the Himalayan has become a slightly more well-rounded and desirable motorcycle than before.