2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 | Small capacity outback motorcycle adventure shattering the myths!

In this comprehensive 4,000-kilometre test/review of the 2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, Dave Darcy from @MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV sets out to challenge the misconceptions surrounding small-capacity bikes on long-distance, high-speed rides through the harsh Australian outback. The test solidifies the Himalayan 450's status as a robust, around-the-world adventure machine.

The review also touches on bike preparation and soft luggage for a long distance motorcycle adventure - a useful 'how to' guide for those new to motorcycle adventure. Dave also discusses what he believes is the best small capacity adventure touring motorcycle for 2024 and compares the 2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan to the CFMOTO 450 MT.

What makes this review unique is that it doubles as a real-world motorcycle adventure. Lead by Clubby, the team embarks on a thrilling ride to Cameron Corner, where South Australia, New South Wales, and Queensland converge. The diverse terrain—ranging from rocky trails and sandy stretches to tarmac—pushes these bikes to their limits, exposing them to intense vibrations and the relentless outback dust, which can wreak havoc on filters and engines.

Alongside the Himalayan 450, other adventure bikes are part of the challenge, including the CFMOTO 450 MT, Yamaha World Raid, several customised Yamaha T700s, and a KTM 690. This head-to-head comparison highlights the Himalayan's adventure-ready credentials in one of the most demanding environments on Earth.

Disclaimer: Royal Enfield has no control, nor influence on editorial content, nor decisions on which accessories we choose to fit to the bike. However, accessories will be provided free of charge from a range of companies. We don’t put something on the bike because it’s free, Clubby and I are chasing quality and relevance to the type of adventure riding we do.

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Contents

00:00 Introduction
02:15 Bike Preparation
03:40 Soft Luggage System
04:56 Engine Performance
06:38 Fuel Economy
09:00 Suspension
13:30 Comparison CFMOTO 450 MT
16:10 Conclusion