2024 Himalayan 450 in Hanle Black displayed with the optional Adventure Kit

"The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is an approachable, affordable, capable, and (most of all) fun lightweight adventure bike that new riders and experienced off-road riders can enjoy." - Staci Wilt from "First Impressions: Royal Enfield Himalayan 450" found at: First Impressions: Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

Staci has summed up exactly what Royal Enfield has produced. Redesigning the Himalayan from the ground up and testing it in the Himalayan mountains has produced an excellent adventure motorcycle. Some key notes:

Chassis:
The steel twin-spar frame is stronger, stiffer, and narrower between the legs for improved comfort while riding in a standing position. Better handling, better stability, and better balance.

Ride by Wire with Rider Modes:
Ride-by-wire with four riding modes so you can tune the response to suit the terrain and your mood, while in the background the bike delivers smooth fuelling and better fuel economy.

Water Wading:
Engines and water don’t mix. But adventure and river crossings go hand-in-hand so the Himalayan was developed with a high up air intake under the tank to keep you rolling when the rivers are running high.

Seat Height
Nobody wants to stop riding because they’re saddle sore. So the Himalayan features an adjustable two-piece seat to keep both rider and pillion comfortable, along with an optional low seat to keep your feet on the ground at any altitude.

Sherpa 450
Like the high-altitude Sherpa that inspired it, this engine has the torque to pull you out of a sandy hollow at 5,000 meters above sea level while being able to enjoy the 5-day trip back home afterward.

Please note that the motorcycle is displayed with the Adventure Kit which is available at an extra cost.

Technical Specs:
ENGINE TYPE: Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, DOHC, Water Cooled
DISPLACEMENT: 452cc
COMPRESSION RATIO: 11.5:1
MAX POWER: 39.5 Hp (29.44 kW) @ 8000 rpm
MAX TORQUE: 29.5 ft-lbs @5500 rpm
CLUTCH: Wet multi-plate, Slip & Assist
GEARBOX: 6-speed
LUBRICATION: Semi-dry sump
FUEL SYSTEM: Electronic Fuel Injection, 42mm throttle body, Ride by Wire
ENGINE START: Electric
FRAME TYPE: Twin Spar Tubular Steel Frame engine as stressed member
FRONT SUSPENSION: Showa USD 43mm Forks 7.9 in Wheel Travel
REAR SUSPENSION: Showa Monoshock with Linkage, 7.9 in Wheel Travel
WHEELBASE: 59.44 in
GROUND CLEARANCE: 9.1 in
LENGTH: 88.4 in
WIDTH: 33.5 in
HEIGHT: 51.8 in
SEAT HEIGHT: 32.5-33.3 in (standard seat); 31.7-32.5 in (low seat option)
CURB WEIGHT: 432 lbs (@ 90% fuel)
FUEL CAPACITY: 4.5 gallons
FRONT TIRE: 90/90-21″
REAR TIRE: 140/80-17″
FRONT BRAKES: 320 mm Disc, 2-Piston Floating Caliper
REAR BRAKES: 270 mm Disc, Single Piston Floating Caliper
ABS: Dual Channel ABS Switchable With Rear Wheel Deactivation
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 12V – DC
BATTERY: 12V, 8 AH MF
HEADLAMP: LED
TAIL LAMP: Integrated turn & tail lamp, all LED
TURN SIGNAL LAMP: Integrated turn & tail lamp, all LED

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