*Please Note*
As I am away from my usual PC, I am using my old laptop, and different software, so the audio might be iffy in places. Also, the flickering on the speedo is due to a frame rate issue with the camera, other reviewers have also suffered with this. There is nothing wrong with the speedo !
Thanks to everyone who has suggested a remedy, changing anti flicker to 50Mhz seems to be the answer.
Well, it’s arrived, the fantastic looking Royal Enfield Himalayan 450.
Today, we have a good “long” ride, on roads which no doubt prospective buyers will be riding on. Through town, A roads, Duel Carriageway’s, down gnarly mucky roads, through floods……..we have it all on this video !
I hope you enjoy, this first impressions review, as long as it is !!!
Thanks for Watching
Crewe Motorcycle Centre
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32 Comments
Hi Ian a real world bike for our UK roads plenty of power for long rides and comfort to ride all day long not to keen on that little screen dont think it is doing much I could be wrong, keep up the good work and ride safe.😊
Do you want one , I know how you feel and I haven’t even had a go and the black and yellow your on is gorgeous 😊
That the one thing I’m not keen on is combining rear light with indicators for traffic behind ??
Hey Bud, nice review… I have a question some reviewers have mentioned by installing decat and aftermarket exhaust you can increase power 5-8 HP …… Is it true????
Edit:- To solve screen flicker set gopro to 30fps…
What about Clementine 😪😪
Once again Ian nice review. The screen doesn’t allways flicker on the video. Whether its the way the light hits the TFT screen . Weird. I know Itchie Boots commented on this. 👍
I had my doubts about this bike but watching this I think it would be ideal for getting to the end of Calum's Road and back, my plans for a Hunter are suddenly in jeopardy! Thanks Ian, a very helpful look at the bike in the real world 👍
I find it incredible that Preston Motorcycles haven't got a test bike, but some of the smaller dealerships have.
i enjoyed watching your review. As you say it is important to get an impression of what the bike is like in the UK. I would have liked to have seen how the bike goes in different riding modes and hear what your impressions are.
I put a deposit on one back in November, subject to a test ride. I was hoping to have the new bike by the beginning of March. Time passed, I became aware of the Honda NX500 and ended up buying one a couple of weeks ago. I have to say that I am very pleased with it. It has a 471cc twin cylinder engine, no fly by wire and that is a + factor for me. Needless to say, I am very pleased. Nevertheless I am looking forward to trying a Himalayan 452 when they become available at my local dealership.
Nice ride. No nonsense first thoughts & your riding & camerawork gave as good an impression of the bike as is possible without actually riding it.
Cheers. 👍
Looks like a hit.
Just noticed a lot of reviews of these bikes on YT all of a sudden. I picked yours first 😉
I test rode one yesterday, and l thought it was outstanding. My local dealer has sold 6 in 2 days based on demo rides.
UK roads? What do you mean?
I can see many Interceptors and Classics being sold or PXed, just hope RE can keep up with demand, the waiting list could be Looooong! Brill review Ian, shame you haven't got the spare cash, Cheers, DINO and Crew. Ps, I am resisting, ……………For now!
Congratulations Ian as I believe this is the first UK review on the very long awaited revised Himalayan,as usual an excellent road test with no punches pulled. Sadly for me I received back my deposit payed last February due to the long delays & delivery set backs as my local RE dealer didn’t really know when the ordered stock would arrive. In the end I went to plan ‘B’ buying a New old stock Honda CB500X that was heavily discounted to move them out of the showrooms making space for its replacement the NX500. I’m happy with the Honda so far & can agree 100% with your findings in the recent review you did. Thanks Ian.
Great review but such a shame it managed to completely rule it out for me. The deal breaker is this stupid new idea of doing away with a back light. I would never buy a bike without a proper tail light.
Lovely review Ian. Love it in. The black n gold.😊 sadly not for Wee Mark, with his 27inch inside leg.
Nice elevated riding position too.😊
Oh heck, it looks like you will have to sell a kidney. You are clearly smitten with the new Himalayan, so you must get the deposit money somehow🤣
Nice one Ian, glad that bus didn’t collect you pulling out
I went to Royal Einfield in Belgrade (Serbia) and for me is a good bike, great suspension and nice engine, but a heavy bike for a 450….So I took the chinese Kove 510x, take a look 😉✌️.
I understand that Crewe /Cheshire police are currently looking for a rider who has recently taken out a Himalayan on a test ride, but not returned the bike. Any idea Ian who that might be? Great video and bike review for those interested in the Himalayan 450. Ride safe. Bfn Mike .(Wales)
Hi Ian, what do you prefer the classic 350 or the new Himalayan 🤔
Good evening Ian, so you plainly enjoyed your experience on the 452? As did I, and if I didn't have Blizzard, I'd go for one straight away but as things are, I just can't justify it, so I just refuse to let myself get too excited.
Regarding the bars, I did find them lower than those on the 411, until I remembered that at 6' 3" I found it useful to fit bar risers, so I'm fairly certain I'd fit risers to the 452. You're dead right about that little screen, it's obviously been designed to slice through the air and it works very well.
It is indeed a marvellous bike and I can see that at some point in the not too distant future, there'll be one in the man-cave. (but don't tell Blizzard!)
As always a good insightful video Ian, thanks for sharing. 👍
I don't know what happened to comments Ian Computer mind games I guess it happens occasionally.
Great review
I sat on one on Saturday as worried about the height ? I have a 29” inseam and it felt ok
The problem I have is I’ve just changed my 750x dct for a rebel 1100 dct !!! Do I change again 😜
I think my wife will go nuts
You have certainly sold it to me 👍
Hi Ian, working through the long vid in stages, I am up to walk around and will watch the rest later but just had to tell you I was watching while exercising on the spin bike and found myself stop peddling when that guy pulled out in front of you , clearly concentrating far too hard while breathing out of my backside 🤣🤣🤣I rarely if ever watch the so called "big channels" so no idea who you talking about but they got a real cheek, they survive on the goodwill of the brands and they ain't going to slate any products.
There is no doubt RE improve the ride experience with every new model and this Himmy seems to be a huge update on the 1st
Gen. The one thing I am not sure about are the looks but not seen one in the flesh so that view may change. I really want to see what they do regards a Classic 650, now that would be a bike I would be interested in. A great video Ian.
When I get mine it will be taken off road as much as possible
Young centipede: mum, can I stay up for the football?
Sorry love, not on a school night.
No school tomorrow. It's an insect day!
Can,t say more than that, very positive review.
Like a lot of people looking at this bike I'm a "mature" rider who wants a relatively light and comfortable travel bike for one person plus luggage. This and the cf moto 450MT when it arrives are currently top of the shortlist. Not bothered about off road but the capability to do a bit as & when is well worth having…