Royal Enfield Himalayan vs Triumph Scrambler 400X | Which one should you buy? | 4K | PowerDrift 

The editor deserves a raise. Totally blown away by the edits and choice of the background score

Both bikes are very good for their respective segments . When it comes to the off road the Himalayan was always the best and it still remains today. The triumph scrambler is best suited for the city and short touring. It's Hard to choose between these two bikes . But if I want to choose it would be the Himalayan 450 .

The conclusion was what my heart was looking for!! Just booked my Scrambler couple of days ago! VP, as always, love your unbiased reviews!

Finally the truth has been spoken. The Himalayan hype videos on RU-vid from so many channels were getting a bit too much as everyone was lost in all the buzz created. I can always rely on PD to speak the truth and give a clean, unbiased review. I have taken an extensive test ride of both the bikes and the Himalayan left me unimpressed. Maybe it was all the hype surrounding it which made expect too much. A second test ride gave me clarity and as VP said this is primarily for touring. I found it too heavy and tough in the city and quite big as well. It's quite vibey as well which not many speak about. You also need to see if you can handle the weight while off roading, I'm no expert and I found it a bit difficult but its hardware will do wonders for those who can handle it. The Scrambler 400x on the other hand was a revelation. It blew me away and far exeeded my expectations. I didn't think it'll feel so light as it weighs the same as my Hness. I could not believe how fun it was and it just spoke to me. I could connect with it and ride it as I've been riding it for long. The only other bike that gave me such a feeling was the Adventure 390 when I first rode it but the 400X took it to another level. Also I always thought these high compression liquid cooled bikes would never have the low end torque like the big thumper engines from RE 350 series and this thought was solidified after riding the Himalayan 450. It felt like a KTM 390 if KTM put a lot of effort into improving the bottom end torque, yet not very tractable. The Triumph engine felt exactly what I wanted from the Sherpa 450. Look its no RE 350 bottom end but theres loads of it and the tractability is amazing, it can pull literally from any gear. After owning a KTM and then the Hness, I'm bored of the constant gear shifts while riding in the city so the 400x felt like a soothing ointment. I'm now waiting for the first batches to pass and see if any issues crop up as I've already suffered a lot of teething issues with my bikes due to my hasty decisions buying the all new Duke in 2017 and the all new Hness in 2021. Thank you PD and VP for this amazing video.

I chooses Scrambler 400X for better maneuverability and tubeless Tyre!! Both are Awesome bikes . ❤

My friend got a Scrambler 400x today.. the bike seemed so agile and the engine was crisp! Loved it riding back to his home! Weight management was perfect! I love my ADV 390 a lot.. but this triumph for its docile nature got my heart today🙂

Production quality is on point. This is one of those PD videos I could just watch and watch and never be bored.

I had soooo much fun on my Scrambler 400 during Tapola ride last weekend. Great tractable engine, superb suspension. It handles well in the city traffic, handles well on the highway, handles well during cornering, handles well on soft-roads! This bike is just what i needed in my life! ;)

Well said! Honest Review - After test riding both, I booked scrambler. After being a RE rider for so many years I felt this as more fun and a good all-rounder. The New Himalayan has lost its character, I couldn’t connect it.

Man I just did 400kms highway touring on my Scrambler thru some dirty traffic and baddest roads one could imagine and I enjoyed every inch of riding. Did 130-140kmph literally effortlessly, manuevering thru traffic was piece of cake ( downshifting and upshifting is butter smooth ) and the machine is so light cornering gives lovely feeling and soft roading was pure fun. I was able to score 35kmpl on highway. It was hard to pick one from these two but scrambler I think is not going to disappoint with performance.

I still remember a comment from one of your previous videos saying your videos look boring with just people talking in front of a camera. You took into account and here you are with a banger video...The videography, edits, everything is falling in place .....Thumbs up...

Wow, this is what I was exactly looking for.. you are the only rider who explain the things in universal language which everyone can understand… i was really confused which bike to buy among these two, and now I got an answer … I had 70/30 (Scrambler/Himi) in my mind…now I 100% go with Scrambler after watching your video ❤.. thank you

Took a test ride of the Scrambler 400X just today, felt so agile, so smooth. Even though I couldn't flat foot it (height 5'8"), I was so comfortable on the bike with a pillion and the throttle response was impressive as well. Didn't feel anything on the bumpy roads. Job well done by Triumph x Bajaj.

The quality pd video we wanted. Finally content worth loving by pd army. Long term fan of this channel, amd happy that you guys got your edge again.

Absolutely brilliant 😊 fantastic video answering exactly the question people want answers to😊 thank you 😊

Crazy video.. really enjoyed watching it !! 🔥

Great review & actually it's quite fair to put these up against each other. I've been scratching my head for a few months now over these two bikes, but alas neither have reached the UK yet. I think as an everyday bike I'd prefer the triumph, but I do have some adventures planned so for that the Himalayan is the better choice. Having said that, my adventures will be the B roads and byways of mostly the UK and avoiding motorways like the plague and it seems the scrambler would be very capable of that?. On the other hand, the much larger petrol tank on the Himalayan means fewer pit stops and would do better at carrying luggage so would i be happy living with it as an everyday bike?. I can't afford two bikes so I do have to choose one or the other.

Thank you for this video, I also had similar feelings after riding both of these motorcycles and after this detailed comparison I think it makes more practical sense to go with scrambler400. I live in a metro and my ride mostly will be limited to the city roads and Scrambler seems to be the perfect for that setup. 😊

1. Regarding your take on tubeless spoke wheels, I would not consider it as a deal breaker because at this price point I guess it is too much to ask. One can definitely add it as an accessory once the approvals come through and at an extra cost it is still definitely worth buying. Until then one can definitely manage with sealants. 2. People talk about vibes and Buzz but in most rugged motorcycles one just gets used to the feel of it in high speeds. Thats infact a way you feel the high speeds. Rest are totally agreeable to me..... There are upsides and downsides to both vehicles and you choose one based on your needs. My opinion: If you go on a lot of weekend rides and also explore some offroad tracks. Then buy the Himalayan 452 and not the scrambler. If you just want a sexy looking vehicle with some occasional highway riding and decent suspension to get through general bad roads, then go for the scrambler.

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Good going team. The heydays of PD on track to be back 💪🏿

Good one! It's great to see you actually pick one bike of the lot unlike in most other reviews where journos basically make a video specsheet with ride experience and have no opinion of their own at the end!

Excellent comparison and just what I wanted to hear. My ordered 400X is coming in January. I hope! I sold my beloved 2016 T120 and retired to Southern Portugal a few months ago. I wanted another Triumph but with less displacement, less weight, and gravel/paved road competence. The release of the new Scrambler is perfect timing for me and I believe the perfect bike for the Algarve and my age!

Love the way Varun presents, seriously really well done.

Fantastic review Team PD / VP. Can’t agree more with the conclusion. Recommend the Himmy 450 to many for their needs (two up with luggage adventure touring) but personally, bought myself a Scrambler 400X. It felt like the better bike for “me”.

I completely agree with your conclusion. I took a test ride is 400x and it is so agile and quick, that I'm not able to convince myself to test ride h450. I didn't like the weight management of h411 at all. While I'm 6'1", i like my bikes lightweight, agile and reliable.

The sound stage for the edit is brilliant .. welcome back, PD

To the point review, very well presented. And yeah, the scram is an all-rounder, and can go off-road, tour, daily driver. I mean u can't go to office on the Himalayan and how many people do touring and off-roading so often. Scrambler makes so much of sense.

I felt both have several deal breakers, at least for me. Scrambler: Short wheelbase Pillion have no space. Even foot pegs are way closer No Windshield Overall very small looking for a 4lakh price tag. ( Presence is bit better than speed 400) Analogue Tacho would have made sense. They went the other way. Feels less suitable to load with several baggages for long tour programs. Himalayan have all these, but lack tubeless tires. Even it comes, will come with a hefty price tag. RE engines and Vibrations are inseparable. Test ride vehicle had vibes, high tappet noise just after few months since launching. I would not hesitate to book a yamaha or honda, if they come up with their reliable engines in a huge body like himi even with slightly heavy price tag.

Powerdrift proves that quality can also match quantity❤

best comparison I've seen until now, subscribed btw.

great review but the video!! the video it's incredibly high quality!! stunning!

I think both the motorcycles is perfectly made for serve their purpose.. As I have dream of doing hardcore off Roading, I have been looking for adventure machine in my budget, thank so much RE for Himmy 450. I hope in near future they will keep improving this machine.

Thankyou PD for this much awaited video comparison between the two bikes. Both bikes are very good i've test drive it but at the end of the day Scrambler won my heart and ive booked it right away.

Brilliant video and a comparison we all have been waiting for! Thanks PD! P.S. love the honest trailers style opening 😛

Both bikes look great and perform excellently in their own segments. A good review and a beautiful backdrop. Thank you

Triumph ❤.. Whenever theres a comparison it shows its value!!

Bought a Scrambker 400X. Since I dont do hard off raoding as one needs to realky search for surch terrains now, soft off road capability is all what I need. The brand value, built quality and the fit and finish keeps me looking at it and feel happy alwqys. The sound is realky great and and how it manners ovee the twisties is so good. About the Hinalayan, I know it a vwell capable bike offraod, but the bulk, the unrelability and the lack of allay wheels made me fall for the scrambler X. But the Himalayan is worth eveey bit if your purpose suits it.

I liked the way the video started, Honest Trailer style 😉 ❤

Excellent review and commentary evaluation. Gord

Himalayan ☝️ upgraded on the features and 👇 downgraded on looks! Perfect review! Tnx! ♥️

Taking the delivery tomorrow for scrambler, thanks team PD for perfect time flr this video

Great review. Thank you. I was able to ride the outgoing Himalayan in Brazil a couple of months ago for a proper 4-hour tour doing highway, city, soft roads, and oh-my-God off roads. Despite its shortcomings, a great bike and a great price. It's not fair, because I would love the Triumph. I'm leaning to the Himalayan first, and the street 400 later. Although price on the Himalayan may be the decider. I'm hearing 6-7K USD, but we'll see. I think they'd have to keep it under 6K USD (e.g. 5,999) to be competitive with the Scrambler.

finally the video from PD that we all been waiting for.

The over enthusiastic music needs to stop. People who can afford these bikes need clean crisp reviews.

I have taken a test drive on both... In the end it boils down to your preference and the bike which feels better to you... I personally liked the Himalayan more... The triumph ergonomics was too upright and the brakes felt soggy vs Himalayan...That said both of them are VFM.. I booked the Himalayan today and looking forward to riding it soon..

Nice report. Still deciding which to change my Meteor for.

A great video i needed 🤝🏻

Sitting comfort is way better in 400x compared to Himalayan

The fact here is Himalayan 452 may be a good offroader but most of the time 70% - we will use it for commuting and in tarmac road and 30%-40% it will be the potholes and bad ,broken , mild offroading , so mostly in traffic here we have the good low end torque and reliability in Scrambler 400x which is missing in RE . And also look wise scrambler 400x turns the head towards . So the wise choice would be Triumph Scrambler 400X. We all know this 😊

Proud owner of the speed 400, happy with the bike riding it regularly to and fro from college and other work ❤🎉

PD upped the game for automotive content production in our country, lets see it go to the next level!!

Maybe the Tiger 400 will come with Cruise control and heated grips. Next year maybe? Who knows.

PD army ❤

What a comparison! PowerDrift is back !

The tubeless spoke wheels on himalayan is the icing on the cake.. love for both the bike ❤

I would choose the RE Himalayan because it looks badass (I really like the looks of the RE) and the practicallity over the Triumph. With Triumph and all other scramblers it is they want to go everywhere and the RE Himalayan can go everywhere. It does not pretend to be, IT IS the bike. As said, I would choose the RE in a heartbeat.

Video put together very well

Very nice comparison. Thanks.

Watched everyone's vlog but never miss PD's opinion.. 🙏✊

Painter never disappoints!

Nice video..all topics covered

Great content as usual.. I've booked a scrambler.. expecting delivery in a week or so.. felt that I've made the right choice after watching this video.. thank you..

Best comparison of the two beautiful bikes. 👍

Great comparison, thank you. I look forward to the 450 Scram version of the new Himi....it'll then be a very tough choice between the two bikes

Precise and on the point review! PD Army, any information on when the tubeless rims will be available for the Indian market?

for communiting purpose only, in a huge city traffic, male 183cm tall - triumph speed 400 or triumph 400x? thanks!

I hear the Triumph Punch-in at 3:24 and pass a nod to your Audio Guy! I hear your edit buddy! Nicely done!

I like a serious bike not a posers fashion item, so it's the Enfield for me every time.

Thank you for the Video comparing these two Motocycles. That Video isn't boring and shows me the Image of the modern India. When the 452 is available in my Homecountry I will do a Testride. I hope this will be soon Fact in Germany. I fear that the Himalayan will be the Winner for Touring. 😉

The potential buyer needs to ask themselves of what (and where) they intend to do with their motorcycle prior to purchasing. Excellent review, you‘ve got me hooked!!! Such 🔝 quality production vlog 👍🏽 For those interested; Trumpet‘s retailing round €6,500 in Germany Himmy (tubeless!) roughly €6,450 🇩🇪 price Thanks for a mind blowing (and opening) review 🙏🏽 Big hugs from Düsseldorf 😉

Og PD is back with this video ❤

Love the Himalayan - can we install our own alloys without affecting the warranty ?

Nice comparison. I thought in the end you'll pick the ktm 390 adventure (just like the way you guys picked the virtus while comparing the city and verna) 😂. Loved this video, will be picking either the himalayan or 390adv some time soon. In fact, uograding from a classic 350... my 1st choice was versys 650, but now i don't think i need a 650cc bike (this 400cc category makes a lot more sense) Wondering if 600cc sales would decline because of these 400cc bikes.

What an edit man !!! ❤❤

2:50 : BINGO : that's what Bunny Punia also said in his series of comparo vids : the VIBES in the HIMMY are a deal breaker :-(

What is your suggestion bro Himalayan 450 or scrambler 400x???

Właśnie zamówiłem Scramblera. Czekam na odbiór. I nie mogę się doczekać. W Polsce dopiero jest dostępny. Dzięki za relacje z jazdy.

Great video and review. Between those two I would take the Scrambler too. But I like my 310gs better.

Great video. As my riding is all on the road I'll go for the Scrambler. I also prefer its looks and finish.

💥 Video production Quality 🔝. Just need colour grading like top gear.

Can two people sit comfortably in the Himalayan 450? If not which is best bike in that range

Hey Varun, what according you is a comfortable cruising speed for the Scram? Great video as usual team PD❤️

triumph is my new bikee thanks for clearing my doubts 🙏❤

Great review. Would be nice to see you sit on each to compare ground reach. I know what the ScramX is like for 1.75m

Mind blowing content dude 🔥

If I buy the Himalayan, I'll wait till the tubeless spoked wheels are available. Hopefully by then the Himalayan issues should be sorted out.

If my primary purpose is touring as I already have a scooty for city commute. Which one should I go for ?

Good review. Both good looking bikes and would work for me. Price when available (Argentina) will be important. I wonder how much better they are than my old Honda 400 with 30 hp.

Superb review man!

I rode both extensively and brought Himalayan. It's a wonderful ride. Both engines heatup may be there is threshold for overheating defination

Good thing to mention about the tyres… such a bummer! There hardly are any options in terms of tyres since people can’t import… Apollo tyres should already started an alternative for eg. in the Tramplr series… if people consider it as an option…

Good video 👍 I prefer the Scrambler one

Just a thought how about we get a spoke wheels on the scrambler, will it do the job like an Himalayan ?

Great video overall! For daily commuting, between the 400X & the Interceptor, which one do you think is better set out of the factory? Stay strong, ride on!

Great content

Very interesting comparison, thank you. As for me, while I am not particularly interested in off-roading but rather in "cruising," I should choose the Himalayan because I find it more suitable for my build (I am 6 feet tall and weigh 85 kg), while the 400X seems far too "compact" for me. But in any case I really think I will wait for the arrival (2024?) of the Hunter/Scram (?) 450, Cheers!

Scrambler’s drl looks like a headphone ……. Which i just noticed and of course looks very cool….. infact so cool that at times i had to go 10 seconds back on the video because i was busy 👀 at the headlight 😄

Which of these best for Highway touring?. Which one you recommend?

Great job by camera team, editor and presenter. Great job by RE and Triumph. In fact, great job by everyone!!!