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Buying a used Royal Enfield Himalayan? We list the pros and cons

July 15, 2022
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Royal Enfield Himalayan 2016 has been around and it can be said that the model kick-started the budget adventure touring motorcycle segment. It has been a successful model for Royal Enfield And offers the ability to go almost anywhere. It is powered by a 411 cc single-cylinder long stroke engine that delivers enough power and torque for daily commute and will perform well on long distance rides. There are a few pros and cons to keep in mind if you are looking to buy a used Royal Enfield Himalayan. One pro tip we can give you is to look for models manufactured after 2018.

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Royal Enfield Himalayan

professionals

  1. The Royal Enfield Himalayan is a comfortable motorcycle to ride. It can be driven over long distances and is also good for daily commute.
  2. The 411 cc long stroke engine produces 24.5 Bhp and 32 Nm, which is enough for your regular riding needs. The good news is that those who are buying for the first time or graduating from a smaller motorcycle won’t feel overwhelmed by the performance.
  3. Models manufactured after 2018 get ABS and fuel-injected engines, so our recommendation for you would be to get a model that has both.
  4. The Himalayan offers good off-road capability. It can be a good tool for learning off-roading and going on long rides, for example Ladakh, Spiti etc, thanks to the long suspension travel and 220 mm of ground clearance.
  5. Maintenance and repair of Himalayan will not be an expensive affair as compared to other expensive models.
  6. Royal Enfield has a wide network of sales and service touchpoints, so if you are on the road, finding a service center will not be difficult.

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(Royal Enfield Himalayan is a more versatile motorcycle)

Shortcoming

  1. The Himalayan also got the first unbalanced engine on any Royal Enfield, but the first carbureted Himalayan (2016-2018) received its fair share of owner complaints, especially regarding reliability and mechanical issues.
  2. It is a heavy motorcycle weighing 191 kg. So it will take some time to get used to the weight, especially going off-road.
  3. Earlier models had complaints of vibration, especially if you went past the three-digit mark.
  4. Experienced riders may find the Himalayan lacking in performance.