Honda CB350RS vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

Last Updated: September 5, 2026

Honda CB350RS price starts at Rs. 1.98 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.10 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, priced at Rs. 3.08 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the CB350RS offers a claimed 35 kmpl, while the Himalayan 450 delivers 29.15 kmpl. On the performance front, the CB350RS uses a 348.36cc engine producing 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm and the Himalayan 450 a 452cc engine producing 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm. If you're deciding between the CB350RS and Himalayan 450, the CB350RS is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Himalayan 450 stands out for performance.

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CB350RS vs Himalayan 450 Comparison Summary

Specification Honda CB350RSRoyal Enfield Himalayan 450
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.98 LakhRs. 3.08 Lakh
Mileage 35 kmpl29.15 kmpl
Engine 348.36 cc452 cc
Max power 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Kerb weight 180 Kg196 Kg

CB350RS vs Himalayan 450 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CB350RS DLXRoyal Enfield Himalayan 450 Base
Rating
95 reviews
77 reviews
Brand Name Honda Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.98 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.08 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, SI Engine Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, 4 Valves, DOHC
Max Power 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda CB350RS Colors
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear 431.8 mm Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,702 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 8,434 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,019 CB350RS Insurance Rs. 22,326 Himalayan 450 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
150 kmph
135 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, SI Engine
Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, 4 Valves, DOHC
Engine Displacement
348.36 cc
452 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm
40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
30 Nm @ 3000 rpm
40 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Bore
70 mm
84 mm
Stroke
90.5 mm
81.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
11.5:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
35 kmpl
29.15 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
11.99s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
17.55m
Not Available
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Braking 80-0 km/h
31.00m
Not Available
Braking 100-0 km/h
50.19m
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
35-40 kmpl
25-30 kmpl
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
6.13s
Not Available
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
8.58s
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Upside Down Fork, 43 mm, Travel 200 mm
Suspension-Rear
Twin Hydraulic
Linkage Type Monoshock, Travel 200 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
32 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
33 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19, Rear :-150/70-17
Front :-90/90-21 Rear :-140/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear 431.8 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
Not Available
181 kg
Seat height
800 mm
825 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
198 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3 L
3.4 L
Gross Weight
Not Available
394 kg
Length*Width*Height
2171*782*1097 mm3
2245*852*1316 mm3
Wheelbase
1441 mm
1510 mm
Length
2171 mm
2245 mm
Ground Clearance
168 mm
230 mm
Height
1097 mm
1316 mm
Width
782 mm
852 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
180 Kg
196 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
270 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Roadside assistance
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
12V / 8AH

Frame Type
Half Duplex Cradle
Steel, Twin spar tubular frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Performance,Eco
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
1
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
ESS (Emergency Stop Signal), Honda Roadsync, Honda Selectable Torque Control
Not Available
Voice Assist
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Navigation Type
Not Available
Full Maps Navigation
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Handlebar type
Riser
Not Available
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Roadster Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
1000 Kms/30 Days
500 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
6000 Kms/180 Days
5000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
12000 Kms/365 Days
10000 Kms/365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
15000 Kms

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 42,000 Km
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
42000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
  • Powerful engine
  • Really comfortable
  • Great price and agile
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
  • Not the smoothest engine
  • Features could have been more easy to use
  • Tubeless spoke wheels are yet to come

Is Honda CB350RS Better Than Royal Enfield Himalayan 450?

75% users have chosen Honda CB350RS over Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 327 users have also rated Honda CB350RS and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Honda CB350RS is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your bike. But Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is better on the grounds of comfort. On the basis of features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Himalayan 450 CB350RS
Mileage 4.3 3.7
Performance 4.6 4.2
Comfort 4.7 4.9
Maintenance 4.0 3.8
Features 4.7 4.7
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Honda CB350RS Comparison with Similar Bikes

Latest News on Honda CB350RS and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which one is better between Honda CB350RS or Royal Enfield Continental GT 650?
  • Both the bikes are good in their own forte. the CB350RS seems like a bit of a missed opportunity from Honda. It could have used the capable foundations of the H’ness to create a more unique motorcycle with a more well-defined identity that would’ve appealed to an entirely new and different audience. Instead, it’s taken this middle-of-the-road approach and created a halfway house that we find hard to recommend to anyone except museum curators. On the other hand, the Continental GT 650 is a fun-to-ride cafe racer. The GT’s sporty riding position makes it much more suitable for twisty mountain roads and even high-speed straight-line blasts. To top things off, the twin-cylinder motor provides the performance and refinement that the 535 simply couldn’t. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details.
Q. Is it good for long solo rides, compared to Husqvarna svartpilen 250?
  • Yes. Very stable and smooth on highways. No vibrations at all even at 140kmph
  • Honda CB350RS offers a different riding posture than that of Husqy. You do have to lean forward a bit to reach the bars, and the lower body is a bit more cramped than on the H’ness. While this certainly isn’t an uncomfortable position, it does mean that you will be tired out that little bit earlier when you go for longer stints out on the highway. Apart from this, the CB350RS offers excellent ride quality. The RS flattens out bumps superbly and remains quite composed at most times. With the sportier appearance and aspirations, you’d expect this bike to be a sharper handler than the H’ness. For a better understanding of compatibility and riding comfort, we would suggest you to take a test ride. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.

Honda CB350RS Vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda CB350RS vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450?
As per the users experiences Honda CB350RS is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your bike. But Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is better on the grounds of comfort. On the basis of features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Honda CB350RS vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450?
The Honda CB350RS is cheaper than Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 by ₹1.10 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CB350RS vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450?
For the DLX version, 348.36 cc Petrol engine of CB350RS produces 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm of power and 30 Nm @ 3000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Base version, 452 cc Petrol engine of Himalayan 450 produces 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 40 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Honda CB350RS has better performance.

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