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Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X Price starts at Rs. 2.15 Lakh which is Rs. 34,227 costlier than base model of Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 priced at Rs. 1.80 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 is 29.48 kmpl. In technical specifications, Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 is powered by 411 cc cc engine , while Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X is powered by 499 cc cc engine. Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 is available in 3 different colours while Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X comes with 2 colours. The Comparison Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X

Key Highlights Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 SleetRoyal Enfield Thunderbird 500X ABS
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC Single cylinder 4 stroke, air-cooled
Max Power 24.83 PS @ 6500 rpm 27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 29.48 kmpl ...

Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X Key Highlights

Basic Info Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 SleetRoyal Enfield Thunderbird 500X ABS
Rating
178 reviews
29 reviews
Brand Name Royal Enfield Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.82 Lakh Rs. 2.15 Lakh
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC Single cylinder 4 stroke, air-cooled
Max Power 24.83 PS @ 6500 rpm 27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Mileage (ARAI) 29.48 kmpl ...
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Analogue Analogue
Insurance ... ...
Brochure N/A N/A

Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Air cooled, SOHC
Single cylinder 4 stroke, air-cooled
Engine Displacement
411 cc
499 cc
Max Power
24.83 PS @ 6500 rpm
27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm
Max Torque
32 Nm @ 4500 rpm
41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Emission Type
bs4
bs4
Bore
78 mm
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Stroke
86 mm
...
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
...
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital electronic ignition
...
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
8.5:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Quarter Mile
17.92 s @ 114.66 kmph
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Mileage (City)
36.26 kmpl
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Mileage (Highway)
37.8 kmpl
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Mileage (Overall)
35 kmpl
32 kmpl
0-60 kmph
4.33s
...
Mileage (ARAI)
29.48 kmpl
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0-100 kmph
11.69s
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Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks
Telescopic forks
Chassis
Half-Duplex Split Cradle Frame
Single Down Tube
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock with Linkage
Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-21 Rear :-120/90-17
Front :-90/90-19 Rear :-120/80-18
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
25 psi
22 psi

Length*Width*Height
2190*840*1360
2040*830*1140
Wheelbase
1465 mm
1350 mm
Length
2190 mm
2040 mm
Ground Clearance
220 mm
135 mm
Height
800 mm
...
Width
840 mm
830 mm
Fuel Capacity
15 L
20 L
Kerb Weight
194 Kg
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Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
280 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
MF
...
LED tail lights
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
Bulb

ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Tourer Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
Tachometer
Analogue
Analogue
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Average Fuel economy
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Clock
...
Low Battery Indicator
...
Stepup Seat
...
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
...
LED Projector
Underseat storage
...
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Console
Analogue and Digital
Analogue and Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Connectivity
...

Standard Warranty (Years)
...
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
10000
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Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives

Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4

  • Off-road capability
  • Refined vibration-free engine
  • Balanced Chassis

Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4

  • Quality of components
  • No ABS
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Is Royal Enfield Himalayan too heavy for off roading? Can it be compared with XPulse?
  • No idea about comparison, but the Himalayan so far is the perfect for off roading. it's probably made with off roading in mind. thought it slips n skids on plain roads on sudden braking, but never on the rouugh terrain.
  • Yes Himalayan is heavier than Xpulse by 40-45 kgs. But off road skills of Himalayan are amazing.
  • It is heavy but not too heavy. Its a well balanced bike.
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Q. Himalayan or Classic 350, which has the best pillion comfortable seat?
  • Both bikes have really good rider and pilloin comfort . HIMALAYAN's seat is a bit higher then classic 350 seat . Pillion can feel a little trouble while taking his position but during Ride the soft seat material helps a lot for both rider and pilloin . Classic 350 seat is quite wider than Himalayan also a little more comfortable . So in my opinion , both bikes have rea good comfort level but if I have to choose between classic and Himalayan than I'll go with classic 350 . Just a little bit of difference, not too much .
  • No doubt the Himalayan. The pillion sits higher and the pegs are not rear set. The gel seat helps too.
  • Himalayan is more than comfort between the 350
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Q. I am Planning to buy Royal Enfield Himalayan but i am afraid of maintenance cost and spare part or Shall i buy bullet Standard?
  • Bother the bikes are from the house of Royal Enfield and bother are good bikes. You decide your purpose of buying the bike. If you need it for Daily commuting go for Bullet 350 and if you frequently go for adventure riding go for Himalayan. Himalayan is not made for daily commuting and is purely built for Adv riding purpose.
  • Both are diff journo bike ... you cannot compare the maintenance cost ... defiantly Himalayan will be higher as it is double the rate of standard so definitely the parts used are of high quality compare to standard and also do note Himalayan bike service comes every 5000 kms
  • Bullet standard is ever green bike but thunderbird is also a best bike of royal enfield. himalayan have so many problems like heating, handle, suspension winshield, etc. so i prefered thunder bird 350 is best option
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Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 Vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X Comparison FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Himalayan BS4 vs Thunderbird 500X?

The Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4 is cheaper than Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X by Rs. 32,391.

Which bike offers better performance Himalayan BS4 vs Thunderbird 500X?

For the Sleet version, 411 cc Petrol engine of Himalayan BS4 produces 24.83 PS @ 6500 rpm of power and 32 Nm @ 4500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the ABS version, 499 cc Petrol engine of Thunderbird 500X produces 27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm of power and 41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque

User Reviews of Comparison

  • Royal Enfield Himalayan BS4
  • Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X
  • Himalayan BS4
    Driving experience 

    I got best driving experience and its very comfort for long drives and himalayan has the best name for suspension too

    1
    Vimalesh (Verified User) 2 months ago
  • Himalayan BS4
    5.0
    One of the best 

    One of the best bike. This is my dream bike so I always loves it. After 3 years I am seeing some minor issues.... But okay to manage.

    0
    MuralidharParimi (Verified User) 6 months ago
  • Himalayan BS4
    Concert himalayan 

    As far as i concert himalayan is not bad for ride, Short or long journey il.It give us comfort.

    0
    Zhokho (Verified User) 8 months ago
  • Himalayan BS4
    Attached file 

    Himalayan bs4 hi sir please find the attached file is scanned image in pdf format

    0
    Shashank (Verified User) 8 months ago
  • Himalayan BS4
    Long touring 

    Good and pocket friendly bike for long touring and off-road adventure.Very comfortable and reliable.

    0
    Maxx (Verified User) 9 months ago
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More Reviews | Himalayan BS4 Community
  • Thunderbird 500X
    4.2
    Thunderbird ma 

    Amazing experience after riding the thunderbird machine, One of the most beautiful experience in my life

    0
    Harsh (Verified User) 6 months ago
  • Thunderbird 500X
    3.8
    The overall experience is 

    The overall experience is good but the bike could have more colours.Seats are really comfortable and the positioning of handles are also perfect.It's been more than 3 years i am having this beauty and it's worth the money.Though in comparison of continental gt 650 it's mileage is slightly less.

    0
    Priyanshu (Verified User) 11 months ago
  • Thunderbird 500X
    The bike is very comfortable 

    The bike is very comfortable to drive like so body pain or no hand pain.Best bike for a long drive.Mileage is1ok for this 650cc engine.

    0
    Anonymous 1 year ago
  • Thunderbird 500X
    5.0
    👌👑👌👌👌👌👌osm supr hero👑👑ð 

    👌👑👌👌👌👌👌osm supr hero👑👑👑👑👑👑i like you 😘🥰🥰👑

    0
    Raulji (Verified User) 1 year ago
  • Thunderbird 500X
    3.8
    Favourite bike 

    Good super bike excellent my favourite bike this thunderbird so i want this bike.Royal like a royal.

    0
    Bondha (Verified User) 2 years ago
  • More Reviews
More Reviews | Thunderbird 500X Community

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