Apologies.....ceat tyres on these are made in India ... regards mark
@murdocampbell4858
2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha. “Cheng Ching Chinese things”. Are we allowed to say that any more? 😂😂. GREAT review……why do I want one?
@chadapunyo5990
Жыл бұрын
@@murdocampbell4858 you little sitty ass u fanny fatt get outta here
@daweshorizon
9 ай бұрын
My youngest son and his partner, both riding Himalayans, covered 15,000 miles through thirty-five countries in Europe last year. They rode mainly off-road, took camping gear and various necessities to last for a four-month journey, including tools to do their own servicing and tyre changes en route. Both bikes were in daily use as general purpose/commuting, all weather every day riders before they completed their European tour and they still are. No mechanical failures! Just basic maintenance and servicing. I bought one. It's a total hoot! Love the review, I reckon the 411 Himmy is a future classic.Love and peace.
@peterwrench4416
3 жыл бұрын
Great review! And finally, someone letting us know what Revs the bike is doing at various speeds.
@1990-t1j
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed. And how it pulls from low down in top. All the things you want to know that other reviewers gloss over whilst we have to listen to their irritating music etc.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback peter !
@kyotosal
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this great review Mark. I was thinking of getting the Interceptor but have now changed my mind. Noraly of Itchy Boots took one of these all through South America. I am in Thailand right now and this bike would be perfect for Thailand and there is a dealership right down the road from me. Thanks again Mark..........Sal : )
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks sal yes I've been watching itchy boots.....I think in Thailand this might be better suited than the interceptor ...it's a great work horse Regards mark
@michaelhayward7572
3 жыл бұрын
RE are killing it right now in TH.
@michaelhayward7572
3 жыл бұрын
Before S America, she did 34k thru Asia and back to Europe on another Himalayan.
@michaelhayward7572
3 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 concur. See a pothole, aim for it. Rather than avoid.
@ekimandersom4478
3 жыл бұрын
She did allot more than South America. She bought one in India and drove it home to the Netherlands over all of Asia and Europe. After that she got another one and drove South America until covid stopped her.
@Hutchie2112
3 жыл бұрын
Nothing about these bikes makes them attractive on paper. Poor front brake, throttle cable like an elastic band, slow and rattly. Test rode one on Friday and laughed and enjoyed myself so much I bought the thing! What a brilliant daft bike. I've got a Tenere 700, and compared to the Himalayan it is no contest. But the Himalayan is just delightful on wet bumpy twisty potholed back roads. Totally planted feeling. All Royal Enfield need is to get people over their prejudice (including me!) , to actually have a ride on one. They'd clean up!
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
I know I thought the same . ...but they are still great to ride .. Cheers mark
@Motoccino
2 жыл бұрын
What did you do about improving the bite on the front brakes? Curious...
@mikehurley5052
2 жыл бұрын
@@Motoccino EBC brake pads i guess.
@Hutchie2112
2 жыл бұрын
@@Motoccino sorry, I didn't see this reply. sintered pads help. the brakes are desperately bad, but offroad you get real good feel from the front brake strangely enough. Reminds me of a drum brake feel.
@Hutchie2112
2 жыл бұрын
@@mikehurley5052 sorry, late to reply, but yes.
@Flight231
3 жыл бұрын
Nice review Mark. Based on Itchy Boots, Noraly's experience, this is worth serious consideration. She went halfway around the planet on on she bought in India. Some of the terrain she went over sold me this bike. Great price, even over here in Blighty!
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks David yes amazing bike I've watched some of noralys stuff Cheers mark
@christopher1298
3 жыл бұрын
Great that u gave props to a small dealership. For some reason i love that bike and i use to ride a 1989 FZR600 for many years. Its looks so indestructible and simple. Thats the attraction of the bike i think. Great review as always, keep it up. From montreal canada 🇨🇦 have a great day mark.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Christopher greetings to Canada !!
@ccooper8785
3 жыл бұрын
I would probably have bought one of these had my nearest dealer not been 250 miles away. It is a great pity that RE did not have a netwirk of authorised service agents for those of us too far away from the dealers in the event of warranty repairs being required.
@ronny-drz
3 жыл бұрын
Nice review as always Mark. It seems like bikers from all biking backgrounds (sport, cruiser, etc) seem to really enjoy riding this machine. Great value with all the bits on it. In Canada, our 2021s are the old style without the tripper, upgraded seat, or recurved side racks - we have to wait for the 2022s to have these upgrades. All the best & safe riding. Cheers, Ronny in Canada
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ronny !
@munta1967
3 жыл бұрын
Brill review mark and i agree with you 100% :) At 54yrs and 32yrs of riding, I gave up my 1000cc+ bikes and sold my 2018 R1200GS 'Rallye' which i bought new as i got bored with it and wasn't having fun anymore, too heavy, too expensive if you drop it and just too perfect a bike but with no heart endearing character in my opinion.. I ordered a new 2021 Himmy in early march (yes, i did watch itchyboots, KARMAkaze moto, uncle voodoo, old man ronin etc..) and after a 3 month wait i got it on the 10th June, but due to covid-19 lockdown, I bought it without even a test ride, I added black aluminium panniers, givi engine bars, oxford heated grips and hand guards to be dealer fitted for pick up and got a new bike inc add on's for the price of a main brand used bike :) I absolutely love it!! , it has really gotten under my skin, the chilled out pleasure i get riding it makes me smile every mile, never had a bike that has this much loveable character and when restrictions are lifted all over I will take it to Spain to see the Mediterranean :D
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Yes agreed great choice....I love these sort of bikes with character... Cheers mark
@chrishart8548
3 жыл бұрын
Bet you miss the good coffee at the bmw dealers.
@munta1967
3 жыл бұрын
@@chrishart8548 while the free coffee was indeed good..they get it back by nailing your wallet for every service lol :D
@chrishart8548
3 жыл бұрын
@@munta1967 they most certainly do..
@munta1967
3 жыл бұрын
@@chrishart8548 lol..take care and have fun :D
@peter7624
3 жыл бұрын
Looks fast enough for day to day riding. Might be a bit lacking on long motorway trips, but at least you won't get too many tickets! Nice bike. Simple to work on and cheap to run. Very tempting at that price...
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Peter ...these are great 👍
@sscbkr48
3 жыл бұрын
I've had mine for 2 yrs.. after watching this I ran down and gave it a big bear hug. 😁
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Ahh thanks for the comment john
@munta1967
3 жыл бұрын
yeah man...its weird how, the more you ride them the more you love them :D
@Rufinoman
2 жыл бұрын
Great review and straight to all the salient points. Nice to hear the sound of the engine an ambience too, instead of music. I'm sold!
@markpulling12
2 жыл бұрын
Many thanks:)
@Rufinoman
Жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 Bought a Rock Red one last week :)
@markbright7845
3 жыл бұрын
I’ve got one. Thought it would be better than the CRF300L, which looked as though it has very soft suspension. I’m happy so far. It’s great round the Suffolk lanes.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the update mark ...yes these are great bikes for the country lanes cheers
@irishflyer6377
3 жыл бұрын
Great review. I normally ride an Africa Twin and DRZ400 but rented one of these in Spain a few weeks ago and it was absolutely perfect for the mountain trails, mostly just rough gravel roads. Also work well as transport around the city.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Many thanks regards mark
@BreezyRider66
3 жыл бұрын
Nice review Mark, they are really starting to throw down the gauntlet to other manufacturers now aren't they, love that they include the navigation which looks to work very well. They've got the new 350, the 650 twins, keeping things simple and affordable, what's not to like. I'm on a V-Strom 650 at the moment that's hard to fault but at some point I can see myself with an Enfield for sure...
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks David I'm really looking forward to trying the new meteor :)
@drury2d8
3 жыл бұрын
Filling the gap between exorbitant Japanese/German/Italian motorcycles and the cheaper Chinese garbage.
@MrRexy04
2 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 would that be the new meteor 650 by any chance? I've heard it's not far away from release in India
@markpulling12
2 жыл бұрын
@@MrRexy04 I think the meteor 650 will be a while yet here in the uk ...we are apparently getting the classic 350 in the spring :) Regards mark
@MrRexy04
2 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 yes I'm in Australia and doubt it'll be here earlier than end of next year. I'm keen to buy this meteor 350 and fantastic review by the way. Capable around 60-70mph? Cheers.
@joyroy7284
3 жыл бұрын
The Tyre brand is CEAT ... Which is 100% Indian brand.
@munta1967
3 жыл бұрын
and have brilliant grip, wet or dry :D
@chrishart8548
3 жыл бұрын
Only £39,99 free p&p for the ceat its £94 for a 90/90/21 Bridgestone or another named brand. And the ceat is also marked road legal so that's good! Probably get the pair for under £100!
@philbennett8896
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review Mark! This bike isn't my cup of tea, but boy, if you are looking for a robust, reliable machine that will take everything nature can throw at it and get you across continents for not much money, you probably can't get better than this.
@nyedavis922
3 жыл бұрын
Reliable 😂. I have a strange love for the Himalayan, but I wouldn't own another. There is literally no advantage over any proper dual sport
@marcd7332
2 жыл бұрын
@@nyedavis922 Price
@nyedavis922
2 жыл бұрын
@@marcd7332 brand new Himalayan: £4800, brand new crf300l: £5000. Hardly a massive saving. If you buy used you can pick up a far superior WR or DR for less than a Himalayan
@Ball1501
3 жыл бұрын
I used to have a 2019 Himalayan. Great bike, if you're not in a hurry. I sold it in March to buy an Interceptor, but plan on getting another one in the future, for off-road use. I used to average up to 84 mpg on mine.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment 84 mpg that's good ! Regards mark
@anandrajan12
3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant review. BTW, tyres are CEAT… they are an Indian brand…pretty decent tyres. I believe RE are moving off the Pirelli brand for the export market and sticking to Ceat, which they put on their bikes in India as well.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the update Best regards mark
@bindudas9981
2 жыл бұрын
CEAT is an Italian brand
@jarjarbinks3193
2 жыл бұрын
@@bindudas9981 It WAS an Italian brand. The story of CEAT is not very different than Royal Enfield itself. CEAT started in Turin, Italy (Cavi Elettrici e Affini Torino). The Indian branch survived the death of the main company in its country of birth. Just like RE, CEAT India bought the International rights to the CEAT brand. Now CEAT survives only in India.
@drdoolittle5724
3 жыл бұрын
.......and just ordered its baby brother, Meteor 350, never had such a big smile after trial run, thank you Paul Dedman Performance of Ramsey.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to try the meteor !!
@munta1967
3 жыл бұрын
you will love it!! happy days ahead and adventures galore! :D
@bkgupta-hx3cx
3 жыл бұрын
Hello Mark,..the tyre is not of Chinese company.its purely indian manufacturer from CEAT..
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for that ....someone else has already told me that yesterday on these comments Regards mark
@bkgupta-hx3cx
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark for ur fast reply... going to subscribe you😊...nice gesture..love from India.
@skotty1962
3 жыл бұрын
One of the best reviews of the Himalayan I've seen yet. Really thinking of getting one of these. Or an Interceptor. Thanks!
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Scott the interceptor is great :)
@skotty1962
3 жыл бұрын
@@lomate1963 Yeah the Himalayan looks fun but the Interceptor looks more fun for what I would use it for mainly on road. Thanks.
@johnhoagland2214
3 жыл бұрын
JUST BOUGHT MINE LAST WEEK....BOUGHT A HEADLIGHT SCREEN GUARD, HAND/BRUSH GUARDS AND A PAIR OF SADDLEBAGS.... JUST A NOTE- THERE IS NO KICK-STARTER!! GREAT VIDEO..EAGLE IN COLORADO
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks John. Great choice .. enjoy your new Himalayan :) Regards mark
@ekimandersom4478
3 жыл бұрын
There is no point to have a kickstarter
@chrishart8548
3 жыл бұрын
@@ekimandersom4478 really? What if the battery runs flat off road with sand or mud. Or just no grip or room for a bump start.
@ekimandersom4478
3 жыл бұрын
@@chrishart8548 Thats the reason. An injection engine always needs power. So even with a kickstart he wouldn’t start. Thats why they leave it out, it is useless
@chrishart8548
3 жыл бұрын
@@ekimandersom4478 lots of bikes with carburettors lost the kick-start too. There are a fair few bikes that were lucky enough to have both in the past. But not recently.
@nigelwyatt1408
3 жыл бұрын
Hello Mark hope you're well. This review proves that you can buy and run a bike that's cheap as chips and still thoroughly enjoy it.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Definitely Nigel I really enjoyed it
@yellownev
3 жыл бұрын
I’ve got one and love it. The euro 5’s have a three year warranty not two. Easy to own ride and service. A low cost high smiles bike. It often get the nod over my RT as for nipping around or just getting a two wheel fix it’s perfect. Easy to clean cheap on fuel lots of add ons including a TEC parts cam that gives it a power boost. A good FB community also.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Sounds great nev .. thanks for the info Cheers mark
@momchilyordanov8190
3 жыл бұрын
They need to enlarge the capacity to about 500 and make it like 30 or 32 h.p. That would be ideal.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Yes I agree 😊
@munta1967
3 жыл бұрын
you can put a new UK designed camshaft in them and get 30 hp for £166.66 from TEC performance...i probably gonna buy one, fit it and say nothing to dealer due to warranty, how will they know lmao :D
@ronakm17
2 жыл бұрын
The 650 is coming soon
@mikehurley5052
2 жыл бұрын
@@ronakm17 Been coming soon for 4 years...........
@robertparisi8016
2 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 I agree also, I own a 2022 in pine green, its underpowered for road use, dirt roads are ideal, it will take you on difficult trails easily, not moto cross style but more enduro wise ( slower ) , it is a little heavy when you get stuck in the mud lol, tires are bothersome at low speeds on the road, once your over 40mph there ok, cool bike for the price, factory panniers are ridiculously expensive, those grab bars in the front are excellent for pulling it out of the mud! Turning off abs for trails is great, flashing abs light telling you its disabled is annoying, geared mostly off road, I guess you could change tires to maybe a 90% road and 10% off road if you want more road than trail, it's not happy doing over 60mph, it'll do it, but I rather be on my goldwing if your gonna do that!
@thomaskidd1400
3 жыл бұрын
See it comes with India market SEATtyres!?! Old model came with European tyres,,,,, cost cutting already!!!?
@petejones1957
2 жыл бұрын
Or perhaps, just like the bike, Indian made tyres are very good?
@antonyross9957
3 жыл бұрын
its all the bike you will ever need, take that screen of and you will not put it back on , better naked ! two and half years and 12k miles and still smiling !
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Antony sounds great Cheers mark
@antonyross9957
3 жыл бұрын
the battery likes to go flat, watch that black ice. I see you out there !
@jinsomammen891
3 жыл бұрын
CEAT Tyres are not chinese. They are one of the leading tyre manufactures in India. It was as an Italian company, acquired by Indians in 50's. They are more into long lasting tyres at affordable prices. They have tie-up with Royal Enfield as stock tyres for most of their bike. In other words, it does the job well...
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the update :) You are the seventh person to say this :). Yes I found them to be very good Best regards mark
@ShivKamalUpadhaya
3 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 😂🤣
@chrissydenham6668
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Mark, See a lot of these in Cornwall where speed isn’t so important and your not far from an off-road adventure. You could say it’s a rival for the CRF 300L. Not sure on that livery though. Enjoyed the double whammy this week. Thanks.👍
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris ...yes quirky colour Cheers mark
@kyakaruvlogs2784
3 жыл бұрын
This would have been an even more capable bike if it came with a 500cc 30bhp motor. Yes, there are 477cc big bores in the aftermarket as well. Would help it to be more sorted out in highway riding.
@dmr5095
2 жыл бұрын
Exactly.
@Hbubera
2 жыл бұрын
Its a nice well balanced dual sport machine.... That can give sufficient fuel economy 👍🏻👍🏻
@andyt4198
Жыл бұрын
Bought one of these, a Cooperb special but basically the same bike. I love it ,it's so much fun on the country lanes where I live in Norfolk you really feel it could go anywhere. You can come off a lane and go across a ploughed field on it and it it takes it all in its stride. Also it has so many add ons for luggage ,spotlights etc you can make it what you want. Great video by the way. very clear. Regards Andy
@markpulling12
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Andy royal Enfield are doing so well at the moment Best wishes mark
@vf5126
5 ай бұрын
I realize this is a couple years back.. and there’s a new, or replacement ‘Himalayan.’ Mine’s a 2019, just put a couple hundred more miles on it today! But they’re about gone 😔 Smart money would grab one quick, as the replacements are not built as ..bullet-proof ~
@tdublove9558
3 жыл бұрын
Bought a Yamaha Tw200 brand new not even 3 weeks later I seen these Himalayans advertised 😢 Don't get me wrong I love the TW but it's working hard on paved roads going 65 - 70 mph on stock gearing. My prediction is I'll own the RE Himalayan as my next adventure bike. IMO it has a beautiful classic look and basically what I am looking for 👍
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment Regards mark
@TheSirhc1975
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Mark. Another fantastic review. I've been really enjoying catching up on all of your reviews. Greetings from New Jersey!
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris my pleasure greetings to new Jersey !!
@stevefleming4450
Жыл бұрын
I have some reasonable and some pretty rough roads in the Philippines but this tractor pretty much does it all. Bad cold starter.. it's needs run in.. get over 1600kms and then forget about being mechanically sympathetic. Run it 1 gear lower every now and then and keep it between 4 and 5,000 rpm and blow it through.. if you do that.. she will look after you. Ride safe.
@alexmorgan3435
3 жыл бұрын
Itchy boots went across continents on her Himalayan. Wiltshire Man Sandy does all sorts on his, local riding off road and longer loaded up tours further afield in the UK. He loves his. They definitely have lots of old school character and charm.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Yes Alex watched some more of itchy boots the other day ... amazing how she does that hundreds of videos uploaded from the middle of nowhere ! Cheers mark
@jonathanmellish4439
3 жыл бұрын
And Old Man Ronin in the USA.
@martynpearce4754
Жыл бұрын
Just had a test ride of a 2022 model. Positives: comfortable seat/ride. Negatives: So slow, noisy engine, screen doesnt offer much protection, cant imagine using it off road on any substantial hills. Ok if you wanted to ride around at 40mph, or on a short commute, yeah I know its 24bhp and you get what you pay for but would be sooo annoying on a long ride. Rear brake lever very close to engine.
@n22pdf
3 жыл бұрын
Great review mark always liked these great value can’t believe they now include sat nav to amazing
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pete yes they ride well and have character :)
@rajdeep33001
3 жыл бұрын
Great review there!!... Btw those tires are from "CEAT" & it's an indian company.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for letting me know re the tyres but about six others have done the same on here :) Best wishes mark
@romeldias
3 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 cos you kept repeating it mate...and when you dont know about something, best not to talk about it cos otherwise it comes off as rather offensive!
@donaldoehl7690
3 жыл бұрын
These bikes are proof that you don't need to spend big bucks for gigantic ADVs or cruisers, etc to have fun and explore. One day I'll be trading in my 750lb road pig for one of these.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Good choice Donald !
@billybass4189
2 жыл бұрын
I saw one recently and had to look it up, nice concise review and i appreciate the honesty about the power and simplicity but tbh thats just what i expected and hoped for. Think i would be very happy on one of these.
@toy014
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Mark, update from a Indian 🇮🇳 RE enthusiast, as you are making videos please keep yourself updated as well and refrain from commenting before checking facts. CEAT Tyres are one of the oldest Indian 🇮🇳 tyre manufacturers other than MRF (Madras Rubber Factory)which is also based out of India 🇮🇳. These tyres are pretty reliable and and are specifically made to handle any kind of terrains that you can throw at it and those which doesn’t even exist in you country! It’s not just any “Cheap Chinese” manufacturers that you are talking about! WE PROUDLY OWN THE ROYAL ENFIELD AS WELL AS THE BRAND CEAT 🇮🇳. So, please make the necessary adjustments in your next video before commenting!
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info re CEAT TYRES Will do :) Best regards mark
@pdx650
3 жыл бұрын
Same place at the dealer after test riding the continental, I got to sit on a new himalayan and it was very comfortable. I would buy one.
@donaldmiller7822
3 жыл бұрын
Nice, honest no frills review Mark. Well done I’ve again!
@donaldmiller7822
3 жыл бұрын
Well done once again, even!
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Donald's for the comment yes I really enjoyed riding the Himalayan good value for money solid dependable machine really nice for pottering down country lanes Kind regards mark
@mikehurley5052
3 жыл бұрын
I have loved the look of these since they came out, but, 24 hp is not going to do it for me. If it was 35 hp or more maybe i would sell my F650GS, which is a fantastic bike, until then it wont happen. Before all the Indians jump in saying that there is a 650 twin coming soon, well lets see shall we. Think i would spend a bit more and get a TRK 502.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
thanks mike...yes trk 502s are very good cheers mark
@seauryakumar
3 жыл бұрын
28 upcoming launches in the next 7 years. The company confirmed it. Some local publications even mentioned a new bigger ADV being developed in the UK but I wouldn't expect anything soon.
@mikehurley5052
3 жыл бұрын
@@seauryakumar And here we go................
@seauryakumar
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikehurley5052 Benelli Trk 502 is a popular bike also in India. It's the cheapest big size ADV. Its a good bike. If you can overlook the morality issue 👍
@goldilocks913
3 жыл бұрын
@@seauryakumar morality issue? You mean because it’s Chinese?
@ironhorsehero1988
2 жыл бұрын
I think the right mind set is needed to own one of these, i.e. it’s a no frills budget do everything bike, work and back✔️green lanes✔️half way up a mountain✔️great economy✔️, there are plenty of us that have no intention of ever doing wheelies it’s just old school biking and what’s not to like. Great review of what to expect on a real world ride.
@markpulling12
2 жыл бұрын
Hi many thanks ...well said :)
@indikart1
3 жыл бұрын
Tyres are not chinese. They are Indian : CEAT. Durable, cheap.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the update ...your the forth person to tell me this now :) Best regards mark
@johnwalton6822
3 жыл бұрын
A good review. I have a Himalayan. Right from the word go it felt perfect.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks John good choice ,!
@chrissteer7333
3 жыл бұрын
A very good video my new Himalayan is has you describe it just brilliant it’s a second bike to my 1250gs and find my my self using the Himalayan more it’s just brilliant being a 74 year old rider can’t wait to do a camping trip on it in October.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris ...yes I really like royal enfield bikes especially the new meteor cheers mark
@johnwood4448
3 жыл бұрын
Mark,I always enjoy your reviews,very informative and honest so thanks for the channel 😊 I've looked long and hard at the Himalayan and think it would suit me for a winter bike where short sub 150mile rides,where no motorways are involved,in colder mucky conditions,it might just do the trick.A simple no nonesense Down to earth bike,ideal for the winter.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Definitely John ...nice and simple ...nice riding position ,quite well protected from the elements Cheers mark
@GS-xg4nz
3 жыл бұрын
I was thinking about one for a winter bike too. Wonder how the finish would hold up to Scottish winters though with the elements, plus lots of salt, mud, crap on the roads.
@johnwood4448
3 жыл бұрын
@@GS-xg4nz By all accounts they stand up OK to the abuse UK weather throws at them if they're looked after properly eg;regular washing and a squirt of ACF50 in all the right places. I think RE build quality is as good as most other bikes these days,the main complaints seem to be front brake not so good though I suspect would be improved with decent pads fitted and lack of horse power but then the bike isn't about that,it's a plodder with bags of torque for low down grunt. There's quite a few long term tests on YT from very satisfied owners.
@johnokelly8166
3 жыл бұрын
@@johnwood4448 & @Gary Sutherland I have had one from new and they are an excellent bike for what they are designed to do. They are not a Screamer just a straight forward workhorse with very good low Torque power. I have now just put up 10,560miles on it with lots more planned. I ride it as often as I can as it's a great fun bike. Overall it's great value for the money and there are lots of accessories out there from various companies and lots of Upgrade mods if you want to go down that road. I prefer it in standard form otherwise I would have gone for a more powerful bike but I don't need that. Gary, if you do purchase one for your Scottish Winters, just like any other bike, a good wash off in heavy salted roads after any long ride. It's worth it and you will get to know your bike!
@darrencunningham4261
3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant review, thanks for your efforts here. Many reviews of Royal Enfields slate them for being older technology and not as refined as the Japanese models but you've given this a honest opinion and reviewed it for the bike and price point that it's in. I've got the classic 500 in chrome which I picked up last year but still have space in the garage and now planning to test ride a Himalayan after viewing it yesterday at my local dealer.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Darren :)
@mailmeabhilash
2 жыл бұрын
Bro if you can wait for a bit hold it off, 650 Vtwin is coming. Right now being tested in India.
@darrencunningham4261
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the heads up, collected mine a couple of months back. Still happy though
@mikehurley5052
2 жыл бұрын
@@mailmeabhilash That will be years away if it ever happens.
@robertyboberty7495
3 жыл бұрын
Why pay more to just to break the speed limit
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Fair point rob cheers mark :)
@ark2380
Жыл бұрын
Review a newer model of Himalayan, I'm looking forward to buy one soon
@jimkoney4200
3 жыл бұрын
I like the idea of working on a bike myself. P.S. Back road riding is where that bike belongs.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment jim ...yes even the valves are simple to do on these :) Regards mark
@Takis214
2 ай бұрын
BS6 is out from the catalogue,glad to have one of them its gonna be in the hall of fame
@23gt17
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this detailed review. I've been thinking of getting a cheap and cheerful bike for a while now - something different from my very dear GSX-R750 that I've had for over a decade - and the Himalayan is definitely tickling my fancy. Checked them out at a dealer but have yet to test ride one. It's particularly helpful that you mention you're 5'7" with a 30" inseam since I've got the same measurements!
@markpulling12
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks yes these are great bikes
@johnbateman3244
3 жыл бұрын
Great review as always Mark. You are always objective in your reviews and give lots of information and very fair in your evaluations.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks John ...I always try and look for the positives in bikes ...rather than slagging them off I'm definitely a glass half full guy in life !! Cheers mark
@johnbateman3244
3 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 I was looking for a new bike recently and following your review of the Tracer 700 I have just bought one. So thanks for that.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
@@johnbateman3244 ah that's great John ....good choice :)
@tizianocrivellari9702
3 жыл бұрын
Impianto a gpl su Royal enfield himalayan valvole rinforzate in acciaio vaporizzatore riscaldato o dal radiatore dell olio o dalla marmitta bombole nelle valigie si può fare per clarisse
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
grazie per il commento cordiali saluti mark
@oscartravis5740
3 жыл бұрын
Love this bike. Set my heart on one when I pass my A2 test.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Oscar
@HellRaiserTV
3 жыл бұрын
Nice Review!. Alhough those tyres are CEAT which is Indian. Not some chinese rubber.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the update...but about five people have told me that already on here :) Best regards mark
@michaelcrouch5708
3 жыл бұрын
I like these and looks great in that green.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Michael ...yes kind of army style !
@peterhobbs7609
2 жыл бұрын
Another excellent review, as always with your reviews very honest rounded and bang on the money, thanks Mark, I really like the look of that simple machine
@markpulling12
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks peter
@ecnavttocs
3 жыл бұрын
Seriously looking at buying one... your review has helped a lot . Cheers from Western Australia.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks regards to Australia 🦘
@roelvanes1711
3 жыл бұрын
I had a fantastic day at Superior Motorcycle Experiences in west Dorset on one of these, with on and off road sections. Loved it 😁
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
That sounds like fun 😄
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
@Robert Lippiatt nice one Robert :)
@Beeds5
3 жыл бұрын
Mark it's awful 🤢
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
I'd call it character :)
@martyschreuder6034
2 жыл бұрын
See itchy boots youtuber travelling around the world. Bought her fist hymalayan in India, see her channel 😇
@markpulling12
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks yes have watched many times 🙂
@PharaohDeathMask
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a great review. Is the fuel capacity really 12.5 litres (as you said at 1:22)? Prior to this year the Himalayan had a claimed fuel capacity of 15 litres.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Yes you are right...it's 3.3 gallons but I must have made a mistake ..in my conversion table in looking at us gallons or something as metric gallons are smaller cheers mark
@mmm357m
3 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 metric gallons? 🤣
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
@@mmm357m yes lol I meant usa gallons are smaller:)
@skyerider7007
3 жыл бұрын
It’s now a 3 year warranty on these new Euro 5 models.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Cheers thanks for letting me and everyone else know....that's good Regards mark
@jonathanmarsden1924
3 жыл бұрын
It's also got 3 years roadside assistance and recovery. Great review though 👍🏻
@martinehulme8743
2 жыл бұрын
I fancy one of these for green laneing in the future, what do you think? Don't like the green on this 🤢.... Fab review Mark
@markpulling12
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Martine ....yes these are great for green Laning ... tough no frills bikes
@rishroxx8883
2 жыл бұрын
Love from India dude.. ❤️ Its almost double the price down there in UK as compared to India. Its 2021 BS6 down here..and i guess its euro6 for yall
@markpulling12
2 жыл бұрын
Wow I guess it's transport and tax Eeek cheers mark
@rishroxx8883
2 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 yep thats probably it
@markpulling12
2 жыл бұрын
@@rishroxx8883 fyi the meteor was the best selling bike in the uk this year ...big love to RE !!
@rishroxx8883
2 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 wow is it.. my brother bought it too.. its the best cruiser.. yo
@timparry5028
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for pointing out your feet Mark. I didn't know they were there LOL
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim ... 😂 :)
@andyboatsandbikes
2 жыл бұрын
Great review as always.......I'm in the market for a small capacity adventure bike and still can't make my mind up between the RE or the CB500X.
@markpulling12
2 жыл бұрын
Tough choice Andy ...both great bikes but ride differently cheers mark
@andyboatsandbikes
2 жыл бұрын
@Luke Maltby I decided on the Honda in the end. Got it in Feb, has just gone for its first service. I'm really pleased with it for all the same reasons as all the KZitem reviewers. I'm astonished at the MPG I'm getting. Only negative so far is the vibration through the accessory bar, makes my efforts of filming my ride with my phone attached to it too shaky to watch, and don't go anywhere near wet grass with the stock tyres they are rubbish, I nearly came a cropper moving of tarmac at 5mph to let a car pass..
@ganand8338
3 жыл бұрын
CEAT Tyres are Indian tyre manufacturers not Chiness one 😅
@chrishart8548
3 жыл бұрын
Doubt either are any good at £39.99 for a brand new tyre. I've not got on with Chinese tyres in the past!
@henrya3530
2 жыл бұрын
The Himalayan "Built for all roads. Built for no roads. ...and the South Pole!" Wait! What? The South Pole?!? Yup. On 16/12/2021 two Himalayans arrive at Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station having been ridden for 770km from Ross Ice Shelf in 15 days. What a splendid way to celebrate 120 years of motorcycle production. 🙂
@sbkmoto4572
3 жыл бұрын
Ceat tyres.... Indian make... They have good reputation
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Yes thanks ...I've just been looking them up regards mark
@ferdiancr2133
3 жыл бұрын
That is one ugly bike
@michaelwade1092
3 жыл бұрын
I have always thought these ugly old fashioned looking bikes, a bit like an MZ from the early 90s? But i have to say im starting to get their appeal now, i might even have a test ride in the near future.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Michael .. I was pleasantly surprised :)
@chrishart8548
3 жыл бұрын
I love the old MZ bikes now! I remember the MZ 250ETZ and thought what a weird bike now they have real classic status and are cool.
@rajasekarbalasubramaniam1436
3 жыл бұрын
I remember isle of man in this roads
@simonchilli2088
Жыл бұрын
Well done you for taking it on the bypass. I'm looking at one this week with 946 miles on the clock. Ex demo bike in the same colour and the first service has been done.
@GicaPhp
Ай бұрын
How did you find Himalayan vs Meteor?
@markpulling12
Ай бұрын
Hi it's very different...it's a dual purpose bike ...quite good off road The meteor is a smooth cruiser Cheers mark
@GicaPhp
Ай бұрын
@markpulling12 I had a himalayan and did about 10k miles through Scotland, Wales, Cornwall also been abroad and eneded up ridding the alps in France, Switzerland, Italy on it, and always with pillion and luggage and we had alot of fun. Not really done too much offroad, but when it necessary I just went for it. I am now thinking of getting the Meteor and go around Portugal and Spain by the sea, and was curious if power will be enough compared with himalayan to gently cruise our way.
@johnbaker7626
3 жыл бұрын
Just bought one, get to pick it up next week👍👍
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Good choice John !
@johnrocker2986
3 жыл бұрын
Real world motorcycle that's afordable for many and with road speeds getting lower and lower, it makes sense.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Definitely John ....I makes sense to buy "slower' bikes now with all the cameras and traffic...you can still have lots of fun ...I do !! You just need to go out with a different state of mind I think Regards mark
@johnrocker2986
3 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 most guys I meet are the high side of 50 so why 150hp when 99% of the time 60hp sees the ton!
@zoranzoranic4534
Жыл бұрын
New himalayan vs used BMW 1150 gs adventure?
@markpulling12
Жыл бұрын
I've just had a look at the 1150 ....good used prices and they go on forever...tough choice really...the BMW is much heavier than the Himalayan....think I'd go for the GS ... probably a nicer ride overall Best wishes mark
@ldnoida001
3 жыл бұрын
Super 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Do a review of the new Classic 350 (New Born) too which has been just released .
@roelvanes1711
3 жыл бұрын
Taken the plunge, old school charm, reminds me of my RS250 😁👍🏼
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Good choice roel :)
@roelvanes1711
3 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 keep up the great honest reviews, always great to hear and see a bike as you present 👍
@shashirana1554
3 жыл бұрын
Gear pedal if improved like that of Hero Splendour would be better. Right now Himalaya RE bike gear pedal is injurious to shoes 👞
@jamesprice7470
3 жыл бұрын
Very nice bike for not much money.love the dash.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Hi James when I first saw the dash I thought oh royal enfield have upped their game !!
@StephanoHamez
3 жыл бұрын
I’ll stick with my X Max 300
@michaelhayward7572
3 жыл бұрын
Funny. These are a grand more than the CRF300 here in Thailand, the CRF retails at less than 4k. Having tested the Himalayan recently, i prefer it.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Yes you kind of sit in it more like a touring bike....I found the crf ..you sit on it cheers mark
@michaelhayward7572
3 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 not only that, i preferred the styling, the lack of plastic, the analogue clocks - i hate Casio flashing numbers speedos and bar graph rev counters with a vengeance, the low end grunt, and an air cooled motor. Whats not to love?
@thecrayondemo
3 жыл бұрын
Great review, the Honda crf300l on the road would be a good comparison, motorways speeds etc ** as soon as I type it I see your review****
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback...the crf300 is a better off road option :) Cheers mark
@chrishart8548
3 жыл бұрын
@@markpulling12 the crf300l is under 150kg this is damb near 200kg or the same as a cb500x probably a closer rival
@steved.
Жыл бұрын
Hey, what boots are you wearing in this video? Thanks!
@markpulling12
Жыл бұрын
Hi Steve they are RST paragon Cheers mark
@arvind9488
3 жыл бұрын
I have the same model and same colour bike, only thing I hate is the bloody right hand pulling and battery drainage by that bloody tripper navigation!
@Fubar_The_WEF
3 жыл бұрын
How long was your test ride? With my current bike I can ride for about an hour and a half before my arse is demanding a break.
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Andy ....two hours but I was on and off quite a bit...but the seat is comfortable and I could easily have done two hours non stop cheers mark
@marinabrennecke5495
3 жыл бұрын
I have bought e better seat including a silicon pad, no problem now. The stock seat is shit.
@jamandtoast4tea
6 ай бұрын
Great review many thanks ❤
@theclairvoyant5375
3 жыл бұрын
They are probably ceat tyres (see at) an Indian brand
@markpulling12
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info Yes someone else beat you to letting me know this :) All the best mark
@gcprost
2 жыл бұрын
It’s a 15.5 litre tank.
@redtobertshateshandles
3 жыл бұрын
I saw an older model with two Gerrycan holders on the front. Sweet. Dunno if you would have much use for a Himalayans in the UK though.
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