We have ridden the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and here’s what we think

We have ridden the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and here’s what we think

13 Nov, 2023

Govind Menon

The new design with a muscular tank and new fenders give it a more rugged appeal

The new liquid cooled Sherpa 450 engine provides adequate bottom end grunt making offroading easier

The new slip and assist clutch is light and gear shifts are smooth, except for few miss-shifts from 1st to 2nd

Is agile, flickable and overall an amazing handler - feels more like a 250cc bike!

Brakes are quite responsive with sharp bite and smooth progression

The wide handlebars and ergonomic seat offer good comfort to the rider

The suspension with 200mm wheel travel on both ends can take on any challenges you throw at it

The info-packed TFT display is easy to read, but the app-connected navigation drains your phone quickly

The bike is nothing like the Himalayan 411, yet retains one crucial element: accessibility