Best review - made me buy one - was only 99 percent sure - a 2022 Himalayan.

@Lurch-Bot

5 ай бұрын

Hope I can scrape together the $5k to buy one before the new 2023s all dry up. The 2024 model is ugly AF. Might as well go buy a Honda CB500X at that point. I've been looking for a small bike for city and trail riding.

I love the way Royal Enfield have thumbed their nose at short term trends of other motorcycle manufacturers. To stick your neck out and produce solid, basic and sensible motorcycles could have been a huge risk, but look what they are doing across the world. Only problem I perceive is it is costing me a fortune because everytime they produce a new model I want it.With two already in the garage and a couple more burning a hole in my wallet I am starting to wish they produced a couple of duds. Love your reviews, fun and informative.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Haha yes I get that. Stick around on Monday we’ve got the Continental GT review going on

@sscbkr48

2 жыл бұрын

I'm done. I have a Himmi and an Interceptor. That's it, there's no more room! Unless maybe I shuffle stuff around. 😉

@billbonu1639

Жыл бұрын

Building a solid motorcycle is a huge risk?RE must not be into taking risks based on the way the whole front end tends to break off unexpectedly.

Good to see this realistic review. I've had my Himalayan for 17 months now, and it's become my go to/do anything bike, having toured the north of Scotland, Northern Spain, and of course Wales. At no point have I regretted buying the bike. 😊

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

That’s great to hear 💯👍🏼

@robbbertonestips

Жыл бұрын

Happens often that when is cold it shut down when trying to start it?

@himalayanpinegreen5677

Жыл бұрын

You'll regret it brother due to its battrey life and self plus engine of automatically problem..

@martintraffordmoorlandbike7121

Жыл бұрын

Really? I belong to a large group of Himalayan riders with high mileage, and no serious problems experienced. I speak as I find, and comment accordingly.

@chrestensrensen2486

Жыл бұрын

Ooh Martin - I am now beginning to be hooked on this fine fine PURE MOTORCYCLE model. Basic and pure motorcycledriving. A motor - One cylinder - Two wheels - Lights - Gasoline - AND SOUND - Greeat!! Chresten

Bought one two days ago, really pleased. Handles great and is quicker than I expected. Traditional motorcycling oozing charm. Love it !

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Yes very good 👍🏼👍🏼

Great review, it’s a no nonsense machine that’s what we used to call ‘a handy bike’ before things got complicated!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. Yes absolutely💯

@winteronice

2 жыл бұрын

That makes a lot of sense.

I just bought a 2022 RE Himalayan last week, got it 250 U.S. miles used, so a great deal. I love this thing! First, it helps me keep the miles off my 06 FLHRCI (HDRKC), because I ride 2 wheels daily, regardless of weather. Secondly, it’s just absolute fun! I live in the southern foothills of the Appalachian Mountains here in the U.S. and it handled slick red clay hills, boggy mud, game trails with absolute ease like a motored pack mule. I personally feel the only negative review that could be given on this bike is if the person expected this bike to be something it wasn’t designed to be.

As an Harley Davidson Streetbob owner a bought the 2021 Himalayan last year. At first I change the seat for better comfort. Tomorrow I start for 2.000 km trip crossing Germany. I am very happy with this bike. Until now no problems!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Excellent 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

I've had one for five weeks or so now and absolutely love it. If you're looking for road burning thrills then this isn't the bike for you. Your Land Rover Defender analogy is a great one. It's the biking equivalent of such and you're not the first person to point this out. It's a capable and utliaterian motorbike. You can load it up or pare it down and it's just as much fun to ride either way. The stalling from cold thing happened to me the first few times I rode it. After getting aquainted with it's characteristics my throttle hand just aquired the finesse and muscle memory not to open the throttle quite as quickly. I wasn't even aware I'd made the mental adjustment. The stalling is no longer a problem. A riding chum of mine slung his leg over the bike, started it and immediately stalled the engine off the throttle, then looked mystified. It's just a characteristic of the bike not a shortcoming. I'm sure if one were to make all the sensible mods, booster plug, air filter, iridium plug, etc all the slow running gripes would disappear completely. As a 2022 model, this bike is Euro 5 compliant. Sadly, it's now impossible or at least extremely difficult to fit a booster plug to this later model.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comments buddy ! Yes so many hoops to jump through these days. All I’ll conceived.

The only KZreadr who pronounced it correctly "He-maa-la-yun"

Absolutely one of the best reviews of the Himalayan ever. So well done. thank you. 👏😃👍

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much 👍🏼👌🏼

This is my next bike. I own a wonderful Triumph Speedmaster, but for the Philippines - with crappy roads that often turn into off road dirt, and top speeds of 60km/h (stray dogs, lousy riders, no rules) my bike is way too fast, big, and heavy. This bike will be perfect for either the mountains, rough terrain and beaches. Thanks for such a great review, as always!

Thinking about this as a first bike in late May, I appreciate the review and information. Going to go look at a couple this weekend.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Great! Good luck with that 👍🏼

I bought a 2022 Himalayan in January and reached the 300-mile mark at the end of March. And with it the first service that I'll do myself in the next day or so. Your review matches my own experience and expectations regarding the motorcycle. I got it for the exact reason you suggested - a capable, utility motorcycle ideal for wandering and looking around whether on the rural backroads of central Pennsylvania or the dirt and gravel forest roads in the mountains. I've posted a few videos of those rides and I have to say I have not failed to come home smiling. Our closest dealer is 2.5 hours away so I'll do all the routine service myself even though I swore off such mechanical antics when I bought my BMW K75 a few years ago. In the US you can do your own service and still protect the warranty. I just would rather not but oh well. You did a great job on the review!

@derp195

2 жыл бұрын

At least REs are really easy to work on. You can do a valve clearance adjustment at a truck stop with like 3 tools.

@ScooterintheSticks

2 жыл бұрын

@@derp195 I've got the tools, the necessary experience, and a comfortable place to work. All that's missing is the desire to do it. I think I wore out my interest in working on machines way back when I was a kid skidding under old, rusty cars on a creeper with dirt constantly getting in my eyes...

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

That’s great to hear 💯 I’ve heard it is a doddle 👍🏼

@derp195

2 жыл бұрын

@@ScooterintheSticks Agreed. Don't get me wrong, I don't really have the time or desire to do it myself either. But after the only dealer in my area quoted me a ridiculous price for a service, then quoted me a different price once they had my bike, a willingness to do my own work has been reignited by furious spite.

@ScooterintheSticks

2 жыл бұрын

@@derp195 yes, I forgot about the price. It did seem a bit high for an oil change, valve check, and general inspection. Just shy of $400. But for me the bigger issue was the distance and need to borrow or rent a trailer and vehicle to haul the bike. So it just makes sense to do this simple stuff myself. It did give me an excuse to buy a nice Motion Pro tappet feeler gauge and adjustment tool! Onward!

Well done review!!! My wife and I both have a 2019 Himalayan. They are indeed fantastic bikes. I appreciate the fact that you revisited these bikes, they deserved a good, hard look at. Any honest reviewer would most likely come to your same conclusion. Thank you!! I enjoy your videos. I’m from the States and enjoy listening to your “accent” 😂😂

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much! That’s great! 👍🏼👍🏼

Great review. Just did an offroad rider course here in Australia on a Yamaha XT 250. A fellow rider was on a Himalayan and it did EVERYTHING. Was so planted and stable. Looked the business and was just capable. I'm seriously considering getting one as a second bike for commuting and longer trips.

I met a bloke with one of these outside the Las Ventas bullring yesterday afternoon and we compared notes on the Classic 350. He's had his for four years and likes it so much that he has no interest in selling it. He's in the market for a new bike, but will hang on to his Enfield because it's so bloody capable. Every summer he goes on holiday on it, green laning through Spain. I must say, it's got me wondering. I guess I will have to test ride one. But three motorbikes would be a ticket to a divorce, so I'll have to think carefully... PS, your shots of the British countryside have got me all nostalgic!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

That’s great! Thanks very much 👍🏼👍🏼

Just bought my second one, a 2022. My 2018 has traversed the intermountain West without issue, on and off road.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Excellent 💯

SOLD! Hands down best review I’ve watched on the Himalayan.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

Жыл бұрын

Awesome; thanks bud

Very helpful review my man. Thanks for taking the time to produce it! Cheers, a beginner from New Zealand

I would also add that a friend of mine has a Himalayan and has put thousands and thousands of miles on it while on missions trips overseas and here in the states. No major issues but he is consistent with doing routine maintenance.

Another great review. My trouble is that I always want whichever bike I just saw a good review of.

A super positive review of a good bike and I really like the way you do that, too many out there like to moan and whinge about every this and that which is unhelpful in my book, thank goodness you lads are not like that, many thanks

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much! We appreciate that 👍🏼👍🏼

Just picked up one of these for my wife yesterday, she loves it! The stalling when cold; there's a "choke" on the left hand grip. The manual says you can use this for a minute when it's cold. I've never seen this on a fuel injected bike but hey, it's a $5k bike and great for beginners and experienced riders! I am really impressed with how this little gem thumps through the woods, and I've been riding for over 35 years. Had a blast riding it home from the dealer and hit a few gravel roads on the way with great fun and ease. Great job RE!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

Жыл бұрын

Awesome! 💯👍🏼

@RichardWilliams-kf5vw

Жыл бұрын

That’s on the older model. I don’t think the latest one has it.

Great review. Endearing bike this, so practical, certainty one that I'm considering.

I LOVED your review, straight from the heart! I’m getting one!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Excellent. Thanks buddy 👍🏼

Superb bike, went in to buy an Interceptor and came out with this and I've never regretted it! Had so much fun on it so far, very stable bike on and off road! I replaced the air filter with a K&N and changed the battery to a Lithium Ion that skims a whopping 2KG off the overall weight, doesn't go any faster but sounds nicer and seems to have a bit more low end pull. Well done RE!!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more!

A very enjoyable video and a sensible review. Great scenery too!

You and the bike got me with „it‘s like the Land Rover Defender Series three“ 😂👍🏼 A brilliant piece of review. Thanks a lot! Greetings from Germany

Had mine for nearly 3 years now. Been to France and Spain ( on back roads ) Last year. Going through Croatia and down to Albania on it in July. You've got it right, they are a very good 'back road' bike. Plus Fire roads, and things like that. I'm not really very good in the mud ( need more practice ) I put TKC80s on mine, and it loves them ( they look good too ). Mine's a Euro 4 model and it does cut out a bit when cold, so I normally start it up and leave it running while I gear up, and then it's fine. Takes a couple of minutes.

Nice Review, i got one my self, did a trip from denmark to northcape last summer (6000km) , and i am going on a trip to south africa on it late summer this year, i just love the bike,. its like a mule , it just chups along and i have a smile on my face all the time .. its easy maintenace you can pack it , ride it , and have fun .. no riding modes no nonesense , its cheap ( Well in denmark we do pay alot for all motorcycle due to the tax) And the stalling issue goes away when you adjust the valve after the first 500km

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. Excellent. Thanks for the info. Shame on governments charging tax for motorcycles considering their comparative environmental advantages

@moistyfeet

2 жыл бұрын

@@MrDarcy-OlMan Well here in DK they tend to tax 180% of Cars and motorcycels, But our sallery are high so in the end its probebly the same

Thanks Ol’ Man. Great job. Excellent video. God bless. Happy trails.

Nice review, I love my himmi, as soon as I get on it I get a smile on my face. It is a 2021 E5, the only problem I had with it was a lack of aftermarket parts but now there are more available.

Good common sense realistic review . I recently tried all the Royal Enfields on a day out in North Devon and I can definitely see a Himalayan and/or a 350 classic in my biking future . Loved them

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. Yes they make excellent bikes! We love North Devon 💯

I'm a TOTAL novice when it comes to motorcycles but I've been looking into purchasing one sometime next year. I stumbled across this bike in several articles because I was looking for something without a TON of speed, easy to control/maneuver, but isn't afraid to get a little dirty because I plan on doing a lot of county/back roads whenever I (hopefully) begin travel between cities/states in the US. This review has completely sold me on this bike, the details you provided aligned succinctly with what I've been looking for. Thanks a bunch!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

Жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. Excellent 👌🏼👍🏼

I really like the styling of the Himalayan. It seems like a great bike. I’m only 5’6” so, like a midget at a urinal, I’d probably be on my tip-toes. But that’s no different than most other bikes for me. Thanks for the video.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Yes me too. Haha I have the opposite problem 👍🏼👍🏼

Absolutely spot on, one of th3 better more informed reviews of my bike….good work Sir 🙏👏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿😎

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

Since owning mine I’ve barely touched my other bikes. It’s such a versatile Swiss Army knife of a bike. I’ve done 600km days on mine, as well as locals runs to the shops, to work, out into the scrub, river crossings, dirt tracks, and so on. It’s done everything I need it to do. The lack of tech and no modern garbage is appealing to me. Simple to fix and work on. I do my own work, so the bike with the least amount of electronics is always a wise choice.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Yes absolutely 💯

@whatsstefon

2 жыл бұрын

@@MrDarcy-OlMan thank you. Keep up the amazing channel. I just noticed in “unsubscribed”. I’ve noticed YT do this to a few larger abs popular channels I follow. Sheesh! Anyhow… I’d love to have you two on as guests in the show one day soon. As a fan of your channel I’d love to have my listeners learn about you.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

@@whatsstefon thanks buddy 🙏

Waiting for my red rock Himalayan to arrive... when i first time saw it, It was love at first sight, so after 30 years i am going to ride again :)

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Excellent! 💯👍🏼

Thanks a lot for this great review. In deed I could listen to you all day long talking about motorbikes in general. Less is more. Couldn't agree more. And the saved money is a nice benefit on top, also. Please keep on with your good work.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much indeed 👍🏼👍🏼

Thanks for the helpful review. Was considering a tw200 but I’m cross shopping.

First video I’ve seen from you. Great review and extremely informative. Well spoken and actually way too professional for KZread to be honest. May be buying this bike as a winter rider. Subscribed

@MrDarcy-OlMan

Жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy, great to have you on board 👍🏼

I find your review extremely honest, precise and very informative. Look forward to see more videos. Big thumbs up from Melbourne.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much 👍🏼👍🏼

I like your reviews, You say the good the bad and the ugly. When you said this bike is like a mountain goat, that described this bike perfectly.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much 👍🏼👍🏼

Low speed idle and stalling can be easily fixed by fitting a booster plug, easy to fit plug in and problem solved. I fitted one shortly after purchase and have done 8K without one stall. Also I fitted a DNA filter and removed the snorkel which makes the engine breath a bit better. Both items from Hitchcocks and can be fitted in under an hour, transforms the bike. Nice reviews and videos.

We all know the bike is cool the question is how reliable and trustworthy is it?? I see videos on starting issues and build quality. The big question is how is Royal Enfield address those issues. Big fan of your reviews USA

I do like the way you review and present that review, just wanted to say, job well done entertaining :-)

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much 👍🏼👍🏼

What I like about all RE bikes is- keep the good things & remove the complications. All RE bikes are easy to repair and at least in India, OEM parts for RE are available everywhere and without pinching a hole in your pocket. My RE Classic 350 has done 55,000 kms and I the only thing I needed to change was oil, brake shoes, clutch/brake cable, batteries, tires and self-start bearing (and an indicator, but that was my fault)

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Yes there’s a lot to be said about that 👍🏼👍🏼

A bit late to this party, but I recently bought myself a 2021 Himalayan Euro5. I paid 3600€ for it (about £3130) with just 5800 kms on the clock. One of my very first bikes at the beginning of the 1980s was a Honda CB250RS and this bike so reminds of of that, a single pot plodder good for everything, with the Himalayan excelling in a whole bunch of things. I've changed the tyres up to Continental TKC80s so they've got a bit more bite on the rough stuff, stuck on a screen extender and a few more bolt-on goodies, but even without any mods, out of the box this bike is an absolute beauty . I am absolutely sold on it. I actually bought it as a stop-gap to keep me busy before the new 452 becomes available next spring, but right ow this is all I want or need. I might stick on one of them Tec performance cams and a DNA air filter, just to up the ante a little bit but really, even bog standard, this bike is ready for most trails and tracks in my Pyrenees. I'm chuffed to bits with her and I've got a big old grin all over me face every time I go out on her. Perfecto, if you ask me! I'd be grateful if you could do a comparison, back to back, 411 versus 452 when you get hold of one. That would be really interesting even though the 452 is a totally new bike from the ground up and all it shares with the 411 is the name. But even so, it'd be a really interesting comparison if you ask me. Which you ain't ;)

Great review. So true, horses for courses. You want to ride motorways, buy a sport bike or cruiser. This bike says “the road less ravelled”. I’m waiting for delivery of a Scram 411, (Australia, bloody delays, must be floating it across the Indian Ocean in a dinghy). Days of bouncing off trees at a squillian miles an hour on bikes with no brakes, only a motor frame n wheels, are over. Time to be a tourist.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. The world seems to be grinding to a halt and prices are accelerating! Great choice 👍🏼

I heard a rumor awhile back,that they might put the interceptor 650 engine in it.I’m anxious to give one a test ride. As always, thank you for your outstanding presentations.👌

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

That would be amazing! Thank you kindly 👍🏼👍🏼

@TronciM

2 жыл бұрын

I would 100% buy one if so

I love your reviews 🙂👍

Couldn't agree more. Best two-wheel jeep out there for the money. Very underrated and way more capable than the detractors claim. Coming up on 3K miles on my '21 model and couldn't be happier with my choice.

I have a Himalayan, and I had the same issue with big mid calf boots. When I'm doing road only riding, I actually wear short race boots just above ankle protection, and it made a huge difference. Personally, great unbiased video and review.. I wouldn't change mine for anything. Cheers

Hello sir, this was one of the best reviews ive seen to date on youtube and ive watch absolutely tons! You done an amazing job and very informative with everything i needed to know. Love the video... You have a new sub 😊. Cant wait to pick mine up tomorrow, been there and done that with all the fast bikes and seath traps. Now im looking to take in the scenery, adventure and just enjoy the freedom. Thanks again for the awesome video. Ride safe 👊

@MrDarcy-OlMan

Жыл бұрын

Welcome abroad, thanks for that buddy 👍🏼

Another gem from Royal Enfield. That lady youtuber you spoke of gave her Himalayan an absolute hammering and i was pleasantly surprised how well it stood up to it. Like you, i like the "old school" look of this bike and find the modern adventure bikes quite hideous. Of coarse you know that may be because this is what bikes looked like when we were young. A lot of young riders i've met quite like the look of the modern adventure bikes and think bikes like the Himalayan look out dated. Each to his own i guess.👍👍

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Yes good points. I can’t see any of these plastic clad bikes being classics in years to come 👍🏼👍🏼

you are right; thank you for your videos!

I don't know how many reviews I've seen of this bike, but I just keep watching them. Have to say I really enjoyed this one and you really did a thorough job of it! Always nice to get the perspective of a taller rider as well! I also second your opinion on the look of modern bikes. That plastic beak everyone goes for is just awful. I have a brand new Himalayan waiting for me at the dealership but I'm waiting for a weather window to drive it home. Norway has had a really cold april so crossing the mountains haven't been an option yet...

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. I’m glad you agree. Good luck with the weather! 👍🏼👍🏼

Good concise non bias information, thank you.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

No problem bro 👍🏼

Good review of a very good machine. I’ve got the previous version which I bought in 1999. I’m short 5,7” with 29 inside leg and it’s ball of feet rather than tip-toes. I found the screen to be noisy and buffety so I took it off. It’s an enjoyable bike, plenty of character, comfortable for long rides, and well worth the money. I prefer it over my MT07 to be honest, which I didn’t expect.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. OK that’s great! 👍🏼

Beautiful review. Love it.

Nice review, thanks.

Straight forward review brilliant thanks looking forward to the scram 😍

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. Yes us too 💯

Excellent review of a brilliant bike. I probably would have bought one but my nearest 3 dealers are all 250 miles away. RE should allow local independent bike shops to carry out warranty work in areas such as mine. RE have come on leaps and bounds since I bought my Bullet 500 in '93; long may they continue to do so.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. OK yes good point 👍🏼👍🏼

I think your reviews and presentation skills are excellent. Thanks for making these videos. Really helpful.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated 👍🏼👍🏼

That stalling issue goes away with some miles on it, mine has done over 2k now and doesn't stall as soon as you twist the throttle. My partners bike at only 500 miles still does it. Maybe a trait of lean burn euro 5 engines. I totally agree with your review, It's been my daily commute for 7 months now in all weathers. For the money you can't beat it.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I’m sure you’re right. Easily fixed. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

Great review, direct to the point. Just been to the Madrids Motorbyke show and had a chance to get on it and are seriously thinking of getting one!!! Looked at your review on the Farm, looks fantastic and hope to have the chance to visit sometime soon... also gladly surprised to see that you are close to Ruabon which is where I went to boarding school !!!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. Wow that’s great 👍🏼👍🏼

Great video. Can't wait for the scram. Thanks from France

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. Yes same👍🏼👍🏼

Having had mid- and full-size ADV bikes and smaller dual sport bikes, this one is just the right mix of ADV and DS for me for light exploring. I’m fortunate to have bikes for high-speed roads, and for urban transportation, so this one is mostly just for lower-speed, rural paved and hard dirt/gravel back roads. I find the price fair and commensurate with the range of use the bike provides for me. Thanks for the video and for what I think is a fair and objective perspective on this enjoyably elemental, flexible, and good-looking machine. Mine stalls as you described. Once warm, it runs fine.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

That’s great. Yes good points. Thanks buddy 👍🏼

Had mine for a couple of years now, great bike for the back roads and green laning

Loving your reviews, down to earth and that's coming from a northener!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much 💯

Great review and video! It’s confirmed my second hand purchase of one🤘🎉

Thoughtful, practical, helpful. Looking to purchase a RE as we live in a very rural part of southern CO. Seems to be a perfect fit.

I have been riding mine for almost 5 years now.. its a great bike.. thanx for awesome review

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Excellent. Thanks buddy 👍🏼

There is something ruggedly agricultural about this bike's appearance which appeals. Attractive dash cluster. Sounds good from the cockpit. Given I did four long hauls on an XT500 in the '80s, why not on this? Excellent review.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Yes true. I love the old XT500’s 👍🏼👍🏼

@thatguy5796

2 жыл бұрын

Right? A dash cluster with analog gauges ❤

Love the way you explained everything. 👍

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much 👍🏼

What makes me want the Himalayan over other REs is not just offroad. I don't go off-road but that may be because I don't have a bike capable of it (but I would like to try). What makes me want this one is the superior instrumentation. I think this is the only one that shows you absolutely everything (perhaps too much even like a compass really?)

Excellent review cheers! 👍

@MrDarcy-OlMan

Жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly!

Great review, now I wants one 🙂

Very interesting review. This is the bike I am saving for. Firstly, the Kawasaki Vulcan was going to be my first bigger bike. Then as I currently live in Scotland, and wish to travel with the bike. an adventure bike seems more adequate. Thank you for the review. It helps instill what I already know. Earned a sub. Good job.

I just bought the RE Meteor 350cc based on your review and reply to my comment. Think I will deffinetly consider the Himelayan for my next bike !

Great video, really enjoyed watching it. Just bought a 2 year old himalayan to use mainly for back roads and green laning adventures. I've only done approx 200 miles so far, and after owning a lot of bikes over the years, I'm really impressed and can't wait to get back on it again and again. Really love the exhaust noise too. Like the look of your place, and wouldn't mind staying with a couple of friends on trail bikes I know through the trf. Is there any guiding available in your area ? We're in west sussex. Richard.

Great review! nice you left out all the nonsense. Always fancied one of those but not quite pulled the trigger. Like the idea about some proper trail bars and an engine like that needs to sound off, well just a little. Maybe one day. Looking forward to my stay in your holiday let in June. Cheers, and keep up the good work.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. Great bike. OK awesome 👍🏼👍🏼

The bike, the scenery, the review. All very entertaining and a real pleasure. Royal Enfield has really hit a home run with this fantastic bike. I agree with you about that stupid "beak" and it would come off the second I got it home. About off road motorcycling, you know you can take any bike off road.I took a Road King "off road" once. The problem was it took three of us to get it back on the road ! 😄

Mom was an artist that started me early. You have an outstanding eye, my friend. I watch all types of videos, and plenty. I can`t think of a better one ;- )

@MrDarcy-OlMan

10 ай бұрын

Thanks very much 👍🏼

@MauricioLJ

10 ай бұрын

Indeed! I've watched it countless times...

Excellent review as always 👍, like your explanation of the RE's power mode, I've never had a bike with modes so as you said it's all done by feel and experience, think there are a few people who probably think they are better riders than they are due to these gizmos, but each to there own.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. Yes that’s true I’m sure 👍🏼

I always enjoy the way you make videos :)

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much indeed 👍🏼

My DRZ400E is an erratic cold starter too. I did have a Tiger 800 XCx which fits your description a tall top heavy over powered bike (with all the bells and whistles) , clad with brittle plastics. I recall wondering if I had made a mistake on the 300 km trip home from the dealers, but I grew to feel more confident in its abilities. I put 40,000km on the bike in five years. Living with the Tiger it became evident that it was a road bike that handled rough dirt roads quite well. It did have some design short comings, such as the air filter access was not great, the steering head bearings were balls not roller bearings and the positioning of vital electronic components where they got muddy and wet ( corrosion issues). I was not comfortable riding it in steep rocky terrain, despite my dirt bike back ground. Even though I never dropped the bike at speed, the plastics replacements were expensive. No doubt dropping the Himalayan on its side a few times would be a lot cheaper to repair. I think this bike is creating its own niche in that it is not a " ADV" bike, nor is it a Dual Sport ( trail bike like the DRZ400. The extra weight carried low would give it more on road stability in the wind ( unlike my DRZ), yet the low seat height and 20-30 kg less than the mid- sized ADV would allow more difficult to be tackled with a bit of confidence at moderate speeds.

thanks great video........love mine its a keeper

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. Yes definitely 👍🏼

Great video, thanks for the recommendation 👌🏻👍🏻👌🏻

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

No problem 👍

Brilliant real world, realistic review.

perfect mix of riding video / bike showing / talking. love your reviews.

@user-ot1dv6ri4f

Жыл бұрын

wish you weren't so fucking tall though

@MrDarcy-OlMan

Жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

I bought a Himalayan last year as a daily ride. Must admit I was not that impressed with it for the first couple of thousand miles. But with the passing of time I think it's a great bike. I'm a rural worker so most of my miles are on bumpy back roads where this bike excels. Its handling is brilliant , the 24hp is not going to get you into trouble on wet muddy lanes. I've fitted 2 teeth less on rear sprocket which drops to revs by 500rpm at 60. It will do 90+mpg wether you take it easy or thrash it. One downside is the rear rack is to weak mine has cracked twice , the capacity is 2.3kg which is probably the weight of the top box empty. I've welded some gussets in which seem to work. Would I buy another... no not enough room in the garage since I bought a 650 continental as a weekend toy 😎

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Ok good points. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

I bought one of those So far I'm happy with it Mine is a 2021 It's due for its 1st servicing

Many years ago I had an SP370. I loved that bike although it was a love/hate relationship. 6 volt electrics and a kickstart that wanted to break your ankle made it a "riders bike". Now, some 30 years older I really fancy one of these as replacement for my old Bandit winter bike. Call it rose tinted spectacles but it looks like a modern sp370 with all the issues sorted.!

Great review 👍. I have the same bike, same colour too. Looking forward to taking it to Snowdonia in May for a camping and scrambling weekend.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Great! That’ll be perfect 👍🏼

Great no nonsense review of a nice simple bike, seriously thinking of buying one of these to do a slow trip to turkey and back, reckon it would eat it up, for a modest budget

@MrDarcy-OlMan

Жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. Great idea 👍🏼

Fantastic second bikes I think. The royal Enfield range is superb. I think this bike is great if you have a main bike for your choice of activity but it’s not an off-roader. Then when you feel like greenlaning etc you can just pull this out. I bet it’s very nice to light tour with. Cracking review as always.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Yes agreed. Thanks very much 👍🏼👍🏼

Really like royal enfield bikes now love to have one

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

💯👍🏼

Another great real world review, after watching this I went out and bought one!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

Жыл бұрын

Excellent 👍🏼👍🏼

I hired one in Nepal. It was wonderful. Just the perfect utility fun bike.