Owning / riding it since 2018 doing a few thousand miles it never let me down and brought me anywhere I wanted to go. Using it as daily commuter but also for long trips - once you've understood the flow of the bike and you're in sync with it, it's a joy to ride. It's true that I sometimes wish for more power but than I catch myself thinking if I'm really in such a hurry that I need to go faster (which I'm usually not). So all in all my go-to bike which I love and constantly get nice comments for. Stay safe
What kind of long journeys have you done on it ? I’m in Belfast for example and over the summer I’m hoping to do a bit of a U.K. tour so I’ll be starting in Belfast, then Derry/Londonderry, then like Armagh, back to Belfast then boat to Scotland to Glasgow! Edinburgh etc then down to England, maybe wales then back to Belfast. Think I’ll run into any issues with the bike? Cheers.
@@fossilfern I've been all over Austria plus some neighbouring countries partially - don't worry, the hima is like a mule :-) I'd come over to ride with U if I'd be closer than over 2000 KM's. Stay safe
The torque is the main thing. Exceptional bike. Who needs to do stupid speeds and embedd their heads into lorry trailers and street furniture. This will cover a lot of distance per day.
Just came across your review and thought I recognise that bike. I just brought the one you test rode from sycamore. I took it out for a quick 10 minute ride as it was bitterly cold today, but 45 mins later I returned and gave them money! Not a fast bike, but I’ve got my bmw for that, this is for fun on the Greenlanes and B roads and cheaper to fix if or when, I drop it compared to the 850gs I was looking at. I was drawn to the simplicity of the design and its somewhat strange utilitarian looks, coupled with the ability to perform the servicing myself. Now looking forward to getting the bike delivered this week so I can get it dirty on the lanes around my way!
Not fast on the street roads but I bet it's bloody fast on non tarmac roads in the middle east, Russia, India etc and a hell of damn site easier to pick up than a gs
Like your enthusiasm. I have had one and I love it. Great little bike full stop. Knobblies are a bit odd after road tyres but they were all I used for 12 years on my bike (3 bikes ago) and you get used to them although to do road and rough id say buy 2 more wheels is best. Keep up the good work.
I am looking forward to trying one of these, I love how they look and reviews have been good. Could it be a good stablemate for the GSXR? I would have to see what the smiles to miles ratio would be I think.
I’ve had mine for just under 2 years and done 21,000 miles. Only had one problem, one of the valves was sticking but was done under warranty with no problem. It’s been great on and off road, fully loaded for camping etc.
Typically they do have two long a side stand. I didn't get mine until September 2020 and it was one of the first batch to reach the UK with a shorter side stand as standard. No Issues from me.
Hepcat Harley indeed. They do have a couple of things such as headstock bearings. Nathan Millwards reviews are worth watching on it. He racked up 16,000 a year on his leading tours. Sold it then bought another for a Bulgaria to UK trip.
I tried one lasy year. Really nice bike. I am quite heavy TBH and felt it needed just a touch more oomph on the open road, to be my only bike, which is the only reason i didnt buy it. If it had the 650 engine that would have been it. Really really comfortable and so easy to ride. I can see why they are so popular and capable off road though. Great bike.
Great down to earth review! I'm still debating buying a Himalayan, Last year I had this same dilemma, but opted to go for a yamaha mt125 instead, it's lighter, better resale, 135mpg and there's barely anything between them in the acceleration, least up to 60mph. But the himalayan has that gem quality, character. It's a nice little machine that is interesting and a bit different to mainstream manufacturers like Yamaha. I test rode a Himilayan last year and yes it can touch 80mph but realistically 75mph is your limit, cruising at 70mph was okay but the engine sounded quite rattly on the 400 mile demo bike. Did you get a numb clutch hand too? My fingers were very tingly which was odd? But generally aside from the woeful front brake, the Himalayan rode really well, do you know anyone who's bought one?
Thank you. Agreed in regards to the apeal of the himalayan. Yeah you would not want to sit at more than 70 but its not designed as a motorway cruiser. No cannot say my hand went numb but I'm used to vibey bikes. Try loosening your grip a little. If you were to own one then heaver bar end weights would sort out any vibrations. So does adding hand guards that connect to the end of the bar (its added weight). Yeah I know a couple who have bought his and hers himalayans. From what I gather they love them,
The more you rode it the more you warmed to it. At the beginning it was it's Ok but not for you but by the end you wanted one to add to the v strom. Maybe a bit low for a 6 foot person by your comments.
Jeff Arnold I liked it as soon as I got on it. By the time I started the video I liked it a little. It was only on the twisty country lanes that it really grew on me. I think at 6 foot you may feel a little cramped.
Toby 750 Yeah think with a ride with others you may struggle to keep up. Just the natural acceleration of bigger bikes may mean you have to work it a lot harder to do the same pace even if they are riding at a relaxed pace.
@@AGardenShed i read in an article that many mistake that the compass is broken but in actuality the direction it reads is the direction your bike is pointing and the small arrow indicates the north pole. Many think that since it is always reading different direction and pointing arrows at different direction, it is broken. It is little quirky. cheers, ride safe.
@Jason, It is a gimmick yes, but it can serve a purpose because as it's name indicates, it is built for the Himalayas where in many part you won't have a cell connection and even sat-nav would even get glitchy due to the mountainous areas, so many who do a ride in those region carry maps and a compass. So, i guess it serves a purpose for them.
Now Noraly is on Patagonia to Alaska ride on new European Himalayan ... Following her when she had 51k subscribers, noe yesterday only she crossed 300k ..!!
J Coats on paper I agree. The cb500x is much more refined but in my opinion it’s a little bland. The Himalayan has bundles of character. It’s not fast by any means but it’s fun.
Lol, the most uninspiring bike i've ever owned was the Honda CB500X. Literally didn't want to ride it. Wallowy suspension, devoid of any character. totally boring. Himalayan is nothing but.
@@jimmymac9388 twice the horsepower, same weight. Better brakes and shocks .Worldwide parts. Himalayan is no match . Ride one on washboards and you be crippled.
@@jcoats5529 "Ride one on washboards and you be crippled. " Itchy boots: Hold my beer. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-1sF3WikNDjE.html
