Used Royal Enfield Himalayan: Pros, Cons and What to Check

Strengths

The “old” Himalayan is an all-rounder that is available at a good price, but is also capable of tackling light dirt roads without any problems. The high riding position immediately puts you at ease, there’s room for riders of all sizes and the passenger has fun too: it’s got a comfortable seat and a big boot to hold on to. When the asphalt ends, you can easily switch to “standing” walking. The single-cylinder engine does not transmit annoying vibrations and consumes very little: you can easily travel over 30 km/l. Overall, the suspensions do a satisfactory job of providing good comfort on rough roads. Front-end precision is also pleasing: the Himalayan holds well to set trajectories.

Weaknesses

The performance is quiet, perfect for a beginner: those with little experience, however, would appreciate a few more horses. The braking system must be used decisively to achieve decisive decelerations. The finishes are of average quality, but considering the price of the Himalayan, you can’t complain too much.

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The dashboard plastic isn’t the best, but there are plenty of pointers. The speedometer, rev and fuel gauge are needle type.

Before you buy, check carefully:

Exhaust system: Check that the headers and muffler are in good condition with no visible signs of rust. Brakes: Brake discs must not have obvious grooves. Clutch: The system itself is robust, but the bike may have ended up in the hands of novice riders. Check that it engages gears without jerking. Fuel: The gauge is not accurate, but sometimes the float needs to be replaced. Windshield: it can generate resonances and vibrations, which can be solved by changing the rubber supports on which it is mounted.

The findings:

Maximum speed: 131.2 km/h Acceleration 0-400: 18.1 sec. Extra-urban consumption: 33.8 km/liter Weight: 188.5 kg

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How much is a used Himalayan?

Even when new, the Himalaya costs a little, but the used prices are certainly tempting. For the price of a 125 scooter, you can take home a true touring enduro capable of tackling off-road trails. It’s not difficult to find examples with low mileage, but it’s better to aim for recent examples or at least those with a carefully completed service booklet. Even resale is not a problem: Himalaya is popular, it is in demand among individuals, and even dealers take it in exchange without difficulty.

Prices from 1,900 to 4,000 euros