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Title: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 22, 2019, 04:13:29 PM
It just felt so natural.  I think I am going to enjoy bonding with this bike and have fun reacquainting myself with all the Ridges and Hollows around my home. 
(https://i.ibb.co/vXybdDX/20190321-145020.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vXybdDX)

(https://i.ibb.co/2KhYYDt/20190321-145009.jpg) (https://ibb.co/2KhYYDt)


I also test rode the Versys 300X and it just wasn't for me. 


Full Coverage insurance for the next 11 months was $25.  Yes, you heard that right.   :cool:
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: Huzo on March 22, 2019, 04:18:43 PM
Jeez I’m glad the race rep craze is over. Although I bought into it as much as most I guess.
I’d like to hear as much as you’re willing to post, about it. They just look good I reckon, the 650’s not too shabby either IMO.
Congrats mate and keep us posted... :thumb: :bike-037:
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: acogoff on March 22, 2019, 04:51:46 PM
    Been following the itchyboots girl on utube. She doesn't seem to have many problems like previous Royal Enfields. That bike, himalayan is intriguing, especially at the list price(Guzzi content). Hope it goes well for you too. Keep us posted.
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: s1120 on March 22, 2019, 05:07:02 PM
Nice!!  Cant wait to hear how you like it after time.
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: antmanbee on March 22, 2019, 05:26:21 PM
Congratulations!
I will also be looking forward to hearing updates and impressions too.
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: mtwillyman on March 22, 2019, 05:53:37 PM
Congratulations on the new Himalayan. Please post your impressions on it as the miles pile up. I am interested in buying one, thanks.
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 22, 2019, 06:00:09 PM
Thanks guys.  This bike cost as much to buy as I have spent on accessories and upgrades on my other adventure and touring bikes. 

Just went for a quick ride and christening.   :thumb:


(https://i.ibb.co/6yJy9H2/20190322-171058.jpg) (https://ibb.co/6yJy9H2)

(https://i.ibb.co/qDhfsts/20190322-171051.jpg) (https://ibb.co/qDhfsts)

(https://i.ibb.co/P6MQxmv/20190322-171040.jpg) (https://ibb.co/P6MQxmv)


Sure felt good to be on the roads I haven't been on in 3 years! 
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: T4halo on March 22, 2019, 06:16:28 PM
That’s a very cool bike. I’ve looked long and hard at RE. I hope she serves you well. Please keep us posted on its reliability.

T4
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: benebob on March 22, 2019, 06:21:49 PM
Congrats, I thought about a Him. when I got my Guzzi, figured I didn't need that and my Tiger 800 but the RE does intrigue me.  Just not sure I could do the long distance days I can do on the Tiger but would much prefer the weight of the RE off road as even the 800 Tiger is a bit heavy and geared too high for serious rough stuff as I found out riding boulders out in Montana when my clutch gave out.   Keep regular on the updates. 
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: inditx on March 22, 2019, 06:27:29 PM
Saweet!  :thumb:
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 22, 2019, 06:35:12 PM
Congrats, I thought about a Him. when I got my Guzzi, figured I didn't need that and my Tiger 800 but the RE does intrigue me.  Just not sure I could do the long distance days I can do on the Tiger but would much prefer the weight of the RE off road as even the 800 Tiger is a bit heavy and geared too high for serious rough stuff as I found out riding boulders out in Montana when my clutch gave out.   Keep regular on the updates.

There are definitely better tools for high speed, long distance riding.  If I were planning to tour with it I would definitely have waited to see how the V85TT fairs.  I am planning to never go on any road faster than a posted 55 mph.  If I venture beyond my local riding circle, I will load the bike in the trailer and take it there.  The body just can't handle the punishment anymore. 

My primary use is going to be stringing together as many tiny roads and dirt tracks as I can and have fun for a few hours at a leisurely pace.  The bike is amazingly smooth and they say it just gets better once you cross the 1000 mile mark. 
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: lucian on March 22, 2019, 06:39:02 PM
 Very nice! I  hope it treats you well.  I really miss the ability to strike of the asphalt and do some off road ing. The ability to do both is really cool.
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: JJ on March 22, 2019, 07:04:48 PM
Many CONGRATS!! :cool: :thumb: :smiley:  Royal Enfiled is a cool marque with a long and colorful history!!  You have to let us know the pros and cons after you ride it awhile!  :wink:
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: giusto on March 22, 2019, 07:43:11 PM
Thanks guys.  This bike cost as much to buy as I have spent on accessories and upgrades on my other adventure and touring bikes. 

Just went for a quick ride and christening.   :thumb:


(https://i.ibb.co/6yJy9H2/20190322-171058.jpg) (https://ibb.co/6yJy9H2)

(https://i.ibb.co/qDhfsts/20190322-171051.jpg) (https://ibb.co/qDhfsts)

(https://i.ibb.co/P6MQxmv/20190322-171040.jpg) (https://ibb.co/P6MQxmv)


Sure felt good to be on the roads I haven't been on in 3 years!



awesome get her all dirty!! how does she feel under your feet? 360 lbs?
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: bad Chad on March 22, 2019, 07:54:35 PM
 :thumb:
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: leafman60 on March 22, 2019, 08:39:22 PM
Congratulations!  I like those !  Let us know how it does for you.

.
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: Moto on March 22, 2019, 09:48:07 PM
Excellent! I hope you'll post a review when you're ready.

Nothing like a new, smaller bike to bring out your old reckless side?

Moto
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: greer on March 23, 2019, 04:11:30 AM
Congrats, twowheel!  May I ask where you bought?  Doug and I might ride down to the shop just for fun, we've never seen a Himalayan.  Thanks.

Sarah
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 23, 2019, 07:08:11 AM
Congrats, twowheel!  May I ask where you bought?  Doug and I might ride down to the shop just for fun, we've never seen a Himalayan.  Thanks.

Sarah

At Allsport in Decatur, AL. 

They have sold 5 2019s so far.  Best to call them first.  Your welcome to come look over mine sometime if they don't have one in or you want to save an extra hour.  I'm in Tennessee between I-65 and Jack Daniels Distillery. 
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: Buckturgidson on March 23, 2019, 07:23:44 AM
Excellent! I hope you'll post a review when you're ready.

Nothing like a new, smaller bike to bring out your old reckless side?

Moto
Ditto to that, I have read that the suspension uses all it's travel pretty easily, that and how it is in sand would be good to know. Congrats!
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: bodine99 on March 23, 2019, 08:32:13 AM
Best of luck with it!!! Now trailer it over to Two Wheels of Suches and explore the GA. fire roads!!!
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: Moto on March 23, 2019, 09:43:51 AM
Here's a little inspiration a I just ran across for taking a small motorcycle on your round-the-world trip! As Rooskie Boris says, "Let me explain you why...."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DsO1L5VujfA (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DsO1L5VujfA)

Moto
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: Shorty on March 23, 2019, 10:04:36 AM
More of the Itchy Boots girl with her Him ALL Yun. Cute little bugger  :azn:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmGMZgtX96A&fbclid=IwAR0qQdA-umwvReVEJywEUpPbjZCXhIsGeaIUxgPGaUZS80RCmST4RIBFzyY
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 23, 2019, 04:52:09 PM
More of the Itchy Boots girl with her Him ALL Yun. Cute little bugger  :azn:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmGMZgtX96A&fbclid=IwAR0qQdA-umwvReVEJywEUpPbjZCXhIsGeaIUxgPGaUZS80RCmST4RIBFzyY

Nice to be young and fearless. 
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 23, 2019, 04:58:46 PM
Ditto to that, I have read that the suspension uses all it's travel pretty easily, that and how it is in sand would be good to know. Congrats!

Not sure I will ever see sand, but motorcycle.com rode one on the beach in Baja when they did a video compare of the Versys 300, BMW 310 GS, and Himalayan. 

Tire choice would be important when riding in sand. 

I love the suspension.  It is tight on the roads and supple on the bumps. 

Here is a quote from a guy on another forum when I posted it there and people were saying "Nice Dirtbike".

Quote from: SteadyEddie;4607695
You goofs...the Royal Enfield "Himmy" is no Dirt Bike......It is a Gentleman's Trail Bike reserved for those who appreciate the finer ways to go bird watching and have a picnic by the brook while the Spaniel chases the Wood Cocks from the brush......

Great Bike amigo......great bike indeed

This is the way I see the bike and the way I will ride it.

There are a lot of videos of people riding these bikes in terrain I would never ride in on any bike.  If you accept what it is and stay within those limits, it is a great motorcycle.

I just did my first fillup after riding 85 miles of gravel and backroads and light trails with speeds ranging from 30 mph to 50 mph and only 1/2 throttle accelerations.  I got 85 mpg calculated.  Woo Hoo!
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowings on March 23, 2019, 05:03:39 PM
 :bow: :thumb: Excellent choice!
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: DaSwami on March 23, 2019, 06:44:40 PM
Maybe this will make you feel extra warm and fuzzy

"Pierre Terblanche, formerly of Ducati and Moto Guzzi among other companies, headed Royal Enfield's design team during development of the Himalayan. "
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 23, 2019, 07:53:19 PM
Maybe this will make you feel extra warm and fuzzy

"Pierre Terblanche, formerly of Ducati and Moto Guzzi among other companies, headed Royal Enfield's design team during development of the Himalayan. "

 :thumb:

and Harris Performance designed the frame. 

When you really look closely at the Himalayan you really see a lot of good quality and components in the bike.  When you ride it within its performance limits it is a fun and capable machine. 

Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 23, 2019, 08:29:45 PM
First 100 miles out of the way. 

I really like this bike.  I had so much fun today!  I ended up taking 100 photos! 

I saw some amazing scenery, a lot of loose dogs on the hunt, some wildlife, and nary a car.

I am only inputting 1/2 throttle during break in and staying between 3000 and 5000 RPMs.  This bike is not going to win any races so you don't want to pull out while you see a car and forget you are not on your sport bike. 

When you ride it within the performance envelope it was designed for, the bike is happy and you are having fun.

The vibrations just aren't there with this engine and staying at 1/2 throttle.  Some say you can feel vibration or pulses on hard throttle but I will find out in a few hundred miles.

The handling is fantastic on road and the light stuff I put it through.  The bike feels lighter than it is because the CG is low.

The side stand feels a little long if you are not on a level surface.  I could see how a laden bike might be a problem and you would have to make sure and adjust the preload to compensate.

The fuel range so far is incredible.  Running around at 1/2 throttle and speeds between 30 and 50 mph I calculated 85 mpg!  I don't think my KLX250 got that kind of mileage.

Some oddities:
 

Standing up on the pegs was very comfortable and made the looser gravel a breeze to ride on. 

When you start to look this bike over closely and carefully you wonder how they can build this and provide what they provide for the price.  It comes standard with everything you see in the photos (minus the soft bag) and you can get some RE accessories like engine guards ~$100, Pannier Racks ~100, RE Aluminum Panniers ~$600.  It already has the skid plate, center stand, oil cooler, etc. 

The exhaust looks like aftermarket exhaust.  Sounds nice too.

Both the insurance lady and I were amazed at full coverage insurance for $25 for the next 11 months!

Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 23, 2019, 08:42:05 PM
Here are some photos of my ride today. 

I headed out with no particular destination or direction in mind.  I just let the bike decide which way to go.

I did a little exploring, but very cautiously as I get to know the bike better.  Streams can be very treacherous in TN with our slick rock and I did slide some on the rock while walking around to take these photos.

 (http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168469.jpg)

 (http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168468.jpg)

I mostly stayed on the tiny lanes and gravel roads that ran up and along the ridges or down in the hollows along small rivers and streams.

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168461.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168460.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168458.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168459.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168457.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168456.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168449.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168447.jpg)
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 23, 2019, 08:56:08 PM
I like to capture photos of my bikes with interesting buildings in the background as well as murals and other structures when I can find them. 

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168450.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168454.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168451.jpg)

I hopped off the bike to capture the above image and was greeted by a pair of curious white puppies. 

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168452.jpg)

They seemed friendly enough so I ignored them and snapped a few more shots.

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168453.jpg)

Then I hopped on the bike and started it up and they went NUTS!  Started fighting with each other and when I took off they gave chase!  LOL!  I encountered way too many loose dogs during this ride and of course they were all a lot bigger than these puppies.  Chase the motorcycle is a favorite game among country canines.  LOL.


Anyone need to fill their canteen?  Take a bath?  I decided to pass.

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168455.jpg)

I ate my lunch down by this river.

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168463.jpg)

It gave me a chance to walk around and stretch my legs.  Took a few shots while resting and eating.

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168464.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168475.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168462.jpg)

Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: Tomalberta on March 23, 2019, 09:00:00 PM
wow cool couple clips and such, nice youtube video from itchy boots, ill have to look at that some more!
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 23, 2019, 09:01:40 PM
A little more exploring

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168474.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168473.jpg)

Close to home I pulled into this little country restaurant to use the rest room and came out to the evening menu item eyeing my bike.  ;)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168446.jpg)

It was only when I was taking this photo that I noticed that the stripe on the bike actually spelled HIMALAYAN.   :thumb:

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168471.jpg)
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowings on March 23, 2019, 09:21:24 PM
You're using that fine bike EXACTLY as intended! Carry on... :thumb:
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: Gliderjohn on March 23, 2019, 09:34:07 PM
Looks like a lot of fun and great pics! :thumb:
GliderJohn
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: AJ Huff on March 23, 2019, 09:56:38 PM
I have zero dirt bike off roading interest but I am finding this more interesting than I would have expected. Hmmm....

-AJ
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: Gliderjohn on March 23, 2019, 10:01:37 PM
A Himalayan keeps crossing my mind. Kansas is full of non-paved roads and a Himalayan would appear to fit the bill. Here are a couple of examples:

(https://i.ibb.co/4PnPSVY/DSC06103.jpg) (https://ibb.co/4PnPSVY)


(https://i.ibb.co/GCCccHZ/DSC06105.jpg) (https://ibb.co/GCCccHZ)

GliderJohn
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: motorjon68 on March 24, 2019, 03:37:09 AM
I’ve watched a bunch of videos and even went and looked at them. Neat bikes! The dealer wanted $2k cash deposit to test it. Royal Enfield would be wise to have test rides. I think they’d sell a bunch. Congratulations!
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: Huzo on March 24, 2019, 04:03:58 AM
Wonderful shots thanks mate.
What are your seat of the pants impressions ?
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: fossil on March 24, 2019, 04:35:10 AM
Congrats to this nice bike! A Himalayan will definitely be a stable mate for my 2012 V7 Stone in white next year. The more as my Guzzi - dealer (less than 10 riding minutes from my home) has Enfield since beginning of 2019. And he is a good dealer!
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: greer on March 24, 2019, 04:44:19 AM
Such a nice ride twowheel, thank you for the pictures.  And 85 mpg, wow!

Sarah
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: john fish on March 24, 2019, 05:32:34 AM
 

I headed out with no particular destination or direction in mind.  I just let the bike decide which way to go.


 (http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414168469.jpg)


Great photos.  That's exactly why I want a Hima-- for mellow exploring.
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 24, 2019, 08:59:06 AM
I’ve watched a bunch of videos and even went and looked at them. Neat bikes! The dealer wanted $2k cash deposit to test it. Royal Enfield would be wise to have test rides. I think they’d sell a bunch. Congratulations!

That's just your dealer.  Mine preps the bikes and allows test rides.  Especially when they know you are a cash buyer.  I will never buy a bike without a test ride.  A couple dealers I made the deal contingent on the test ride.  if it falls through because the bike didn't impress me, then they have a prepped bike they need to sell so they will get as many interested buyers pushed towards that bike so it doesn't sit.

Some dealers prep all the bikes, and have them on tenders.  Those dealers tend to sell more bikes. 
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 24, 2019, 09:21:31 AM
Wonderful shots thanks mate.
What are your seat of the pants impressions ?

You know how some bikes get your Adrenalin pumping, and put you into that "Total Focus and Concentration" mode where one mistake could mean death?

This bike is the polar opposite of that.  Relaxed acceleration, relaxed speeds, smell the roses, take in the sights.  If you are ready for that kind of riding this is the perfect bike for that. 

This is not to say that if you are willing and have the skills you can take this bike places I would never dare.

This is what the bike was designed for:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WT-mV1_ao5c

Here is taking it to the extreme:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQwA5t8cnkE&t=669s  This guy mentions bikes that he feels are better, but they all have 4" wide seats. 

More knarley terrain:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jw19f_bXtkQ  His breathing is elevated so you know he is working it. 

Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: NC Steve on March 24, 2019, 03:31:35 PM
I'm really enjoying my Himalayan so far too, although I haven't gotten a lot of adventure pics like you have yet. I'm taking it in next week for the 1st service at 300 miles. This isn't a very scientific calculation here, but before the 'blinking backward' reserve fuel trip meter came on this afternoon, I'd ridden 282 miles. Figuring I've got at least .5 gallon of fuel left in the 4 gallon tank, that works out to 81.7 mpg; I'll take it! That's riding mostly street, 35-55 mph, and shifting between 4-4500 rpm. Although it's still tight and getting broken in, the bike seems to be in a really smooth and sweep spot around 4K rpm.

(https://i.ibb.co/SysQhDH/IMG-5015.jpg) (https://ibb.co/SysQhDH)

(https://i.ibb.co/vxM3tJX/IMG-5027-1-1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vxM3tJX)

Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 24, 2019, 04:14:33 PM
I'm really enjoying my Himalayan so far too,
(https://i.ibb.co/vxM3tJX/IMG-5027-1-1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vxM3tJX)


Nice.  Please PM me where you are sourcing your bags from and if there is a good forum out there for information. 
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowings on March 24, 2019, 04:31:47 PM
Lots of info and modification advice here:

https://advrider.com/f/threads/royal-enfield-himalayan-owners-thread.1253460/ (https://advrider.com/f/threads/royal-enfield-himalayan-owners-thread.1253460/)
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 24, 2019, 05:01:23 PM
Lots of info and modification advice here:

https://advrider.com/f/threads/royal-enfield-himalayan-owners-thread.1253460/ (https://advrider.com/f/threads/royal-enfield-himalayan-owners-thread.1253460/)

Strange way to set up a forum.  You have to search through hundreds of pages of posts to find the useful information.  Wish I had the means to start a Himalayan forum.   :grin:

I need to get my GPS mounted and then I can just take my time getting to know the bike before I spend any money on it.   
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: NC Steve on March 24, 2019, 05:50:15 PM
If you're on Facebook, there are several good forums there, this one seems to be the best for US owners. About 3000 members and steadily growing.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/rehimalayanusa/


I'll PM you the info on the bags. I decided to go with soft panniers because they're lighter, totally waterproof, not easily damaged if/when you fall over, and very importantly, a lot less expensive! If you decide on hard bags tho, look at the Tusk bags, excellent construction at less than half what the RE boxes cost.
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: jbell on March 26, 2019, 09:57:07 AM
I’ve watched a bunch of videos and even went and looked at them. Neat bikes! The dealer wanted $2k cash deposit to test it. Royal Enfield would be wise to have test rides. I think they’d sell a bunch. Congratulations!

Yikes!! I've read a couple of interviews with RE CEO Lal and his plan is to have test rides easily available at all dealers. He's super focused on customer service and the kind of dependability expected by "western" customers.  I'll be that dealer gets a corporate kick below the belt if RE hears of this.
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: jbell on March 26, 2019, 09:59:31 AM
Great thread, photos and one purty bike.  Congrats.  Wish we had those kind of roads where I live.  BTW, I thought Tenn. had "hollers".  What's a hollow???  :evil:
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 26, 2019, 10:02:38 AM
Great thread, photos and one purty bike.  Congrats.  Wish we had those kind of roads where I live.  BTW, I thought Tenn. had "hollers".  What's a hollow???  :evil:

That's just the way we pronounce Hollow.   :thumb:
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: Githianki on March 27, 2019, 06:09:07 AM
I love mine.  1500 miles and it just keeps getting better with use.  Make sure you visit the thread on the bike over at ADVRider, and if you're a FB person the US and Indian groups are great sources of info!!
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 27, 2019, 06:34:21 AM
I love mine.  1500 miles and it just keeps getting better with use.  Make sure you visit the thread on the bike over at ADVRider, and if you're a FB person the US and Indian groups are great sources of info!!

 :thumb:

I introduced myself over on ADVRider.  Looks like someone else has "twowheeladdict", or I forgot what email I used when I signed up years ago.  Created a new account "TN_twowheeladdict". 

Going through almost 400 pages of posts to garner information is a little daunting for sure. 
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: leafman60 on March 27, 2019, 07:25:03 AM
I like that thing.

If they've built it to be reliable and not constantly require fiddling and sorting, RE may finally have a winner here.

.
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: leafman60 on March 27, 2019, 07:35:54 AM
I just went over to the ADV Hima thread and found this:

https://www.rockymountainmotos.com/

Rental Himalayans Montana.  That would be the ticket for an ultimate test ride in a great environment.

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Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 27, 2019, 08:38:21 AM
I just went over to the ADV Hima thread and found this:

https://www.rockymountainmotos.com/

Rental Himalayans Montana.  That would be the ticket for an ultimate test ride in a great environment.

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That is reasonable.  I hope they are available in New Zealand and have a similar rate. 
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: Shorty on March 27, 2019, 01:23:24 PM
10,000 K  review:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BsdKwqc1040&t=70s
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 27, 2019, 01:55:05 PM
10,000 K  review:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BsdKwqc1040&t=70s

 :thumb:

I've been binge watching her videos from the start of her trip trying to catch up.  That is one fearless and carefree woman!
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: NC Steve on March 27, 2019, 05:29:26 PM
Here's another great video, from a fellow who bought a Himalayan to lead group adventure tours, putting on 15K miles in less than a year.

https://youtu.be/_IweVeztRFo
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: leafman60 on March 28, 2019, 07:22:38 AM
Boy, these things are becoming all the rage, a veritable phenom!

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Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: steven c on March 28, 2019, 09:22:44 AM
Here's another great video, from a fellow who bought a Himalayan to lead group adventure tours, putting on 15K miles in less than a year.

https://youtu.be/_IweVeztRFo
Thats Nathen who rode his Postie bike ,Honda C120 from Australia to England, he has a bunch of Youtube's on the trip , worth watching.
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: Sheepdog on March 28, 2019, 09:52:31 AM
I'm fascinated by these bikes, but I just can't justify it. My '71 Triumph TR6R is about the same weight, but produces about 15 additional horsepower. On the other hand, the Himalayan sounds like a very smooth and reliable machine...really overbuilt.

Maybe next year...
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 29, 2019, 06:09:30 AM
I'm fascinated by these bikes, but I just can't justify it. My '71 Triumph TR6R is about the same weight, but produces about 15 additional horsepower. On the other hand, the Himalayan sounds like a very smooth and reliable machine...really overbuilt.

Maybe next year...

Do you ride your TR6R off road?  Gravel roads?  Rough bumpy roads?  If yes, then you don't need a Himalayan.  If no, and you want to, than a Himalayan is a good choice.  The Himalayan has opened up so many roads and routes that I wouldn't do on my other bikes. 
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: Sheepdog on March 29, 2019, 12:57:45 PM
Do you ride your TR6R off road?  Gravel roads?  Rough bumpy roads?  If yes, then you don't need a Himalayan.  If no, and you want to, than a Himalayan is a good choice.  The Himalayan has opened up so many roads and routes that I wouldn't do on my other bikes.

I'm still gathering parts for the restoration, but that is the nice thing about the single carb 650: it makes a nice "all-roads" bike. The old K70 s still look serviceable. I'm tempted to just flush the cases and ride it...it only shows 12,000 miles and doesn't leak oil (well, hardly). It only weighs 382 lbs (dry) and the tank is of pretty low capacity, so it's an easy bike to ride on dodgy surfaces. On smooth roads, comfortable riding can be found up to 60 mph. After that, the vibration becomes intrusive. I guess it's a great deal like the Himalayan that way.
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: Huzo on March 29, 2019, 02:21:39 PM
Thats Nathen who rode his Postie bike ,Honda C120 from Australia to England, he has a bunch of Youtube's on the trip , worth watching.
CT 110 actually, but I take your point..
I’ve got 400,000 km on those.
Extraordinary thing.
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 30, 2019, 09:29:31 AM
Well, Spring fever is still going strong so I took a 1/2 day Thursday and all day Friday and put down some more miles on the Himalayan.  If you have the type of roads where you live that I have here in Middle Tennessee then I highly recommend this motorcycle.  If you need to do a lot of high speed riding to get to where the good roads are, then this is probably not for you. 

Gas mileage so far:  1st tank 85 mpg, 2nd tank 67 mpg, 3rd tank 79 mpg.  Some of the variance comes from the fact that the 2nd day of riding did involve some 65 mph to transition from one gravel road to another and some nice hill climbs.  Also, there is no easy way to know when to stop fueling without risk over overflowing so the fills may vary.  Pretty good average so far though.

Now for some more photos near my home.

The Roads:
(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414174384.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414174383.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414174379.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414174373.jpg)

The water crossings:
(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414174374.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414174375.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414174376.jpg)
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: twowheeladdict on March 30, 2019, 09:31:08 AM
The Scenery:

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414174387.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414174386.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414174385.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414174382.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414174380.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414174378.jpg)

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414174377.jpg)

A parting shot:

(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1324/13781826/24831872/414174381.jpg)
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: tazio on March 30, 2019, 10:59:29 AM
 :thumb:
Title: Re: Bought a Himalayan today!
Post by: ScepticalScotty on March 31, 2019, 05:25:16 PM
They should sign you and Noraly up as brand ambassadors!!! If I had space for another bike, the Himalayan might be it. If I lived at home (Australia) it would be purchased for sure. So many dirt roads.....