4 Surprising Facts About the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 has created quite a buzz among adventure bikers in India. After hearing a lot of reviews on Himalayan 450 from our website, we decided to test it out ourselves. Was the hype real or just talk? After spending a day on the saddle, here’s everything we found out.  

Performance That Surprised Us

The Himalayan 450 is equipped with a 452cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. It produces 39.47bhp and 40 Nm, which makes overtaking and cruising quite easy. Unlike small capacity engines, this one delivers linear and predictable power. Royal Enfield calls the new engine Sherpa 450, and it’s their most advanced till now. 

Furthermore, the six-speed gearbox is refined, and shifts are smooth even when pushing the bike hard. Even at higher speeds, the bike remains smooth and controlled on open highways. However, we did notice heat build-up in traffic, which may bother you in city riding. Once the engine is in motion, the cooling system keeps it running efficiently. 

Comfort for Long Rides? Yes, Indeed!

The Himalayan 450 surprised us with its comfortable and balanced seat design. It’s not too soft, not too hard, just right for long hours on the road. Moreover, the upright riding posture and well-placed handlebars keep your back and arms relaxed. 

Even after long rides, we didn’t feel tired or sore. You don’t have to lean forward or stretch to reach controls, which is ideal for touring. Royal Enfield has clearly designed this bike for both short and long-distance riders. Further, the seat height is around 825mm (adjustable), so shorter riders won’t struggle either. 

Bad Roads? No Problem Here

This is where the Himalayan really shines, its suspension setup is just brilliant. It uses long-travel USD forks at the front and a monoshock at the rear. Even on broken roads, potholes, or gravel, the bike glides with stability and confidence.  

The ride feels planted, and the suspensions soak up bumps like a sponge. We rode it on typical Indian roads, and it felt like a smooth cruise through chaos. Apart from this, it handles off-road trails like a champ due to its ground clearance of 230mm.  

Big in Size, But Easy to Handle

When you first see it, the bike looks huge and a bit intimidating. But once you ride it, you’ll notice it feels lighter than it looks. The weight distribution is well-balanced, and you start feeling confident quickly. Even in city traffic or tight spaces, it handles more like a street bike than an ADV. 

The wide handlebars and turning radius allow smooth low-speed manoeuvres. Yes, it's not a lightweight machine, but you get used to it fast. And once you're used to it, you’ll enjoy every bit of its agility and control. 

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