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**sheshank** · 02-05-2020, 07:59 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post

Nope. The button doesn't come separate. Only go. is to replace the entire cluster. But, how in world did you lose the button? Work of some miscreant or? The buttons are really robust and unless they are pried out with force, they are pretty much strong.

Cheers!
VJ

I still remember that.

During kodaikanal trip I have parked the vehicle inside the hotel premises next to few KL RE bullets. The next morning the button was missing and the bullets were also gone. I highly suspect that they have taken the button along with them.

One fellow at SVC suggested to break the cluster and claim it under insurance but the SVC manager denied stating electrical, electronics, plastics cannot be claimed under Insurance.

I have to live with the pain.

**B7ACKTHORN** · 02-05-2020, 08:06 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by sheshank View Post

I still remember that.

During kodaikanal trip I have parked the vehicle inside the hotel premises next to few KL RE bullets. The next morning the button was missing and the bullets were also gone. I highly suspect that they have taken the button along with them.

One fellow at SVC suggested to break the cluster and claim it under insurance but the SVC manager denied stating electrical, electronics, plastics cannot be claimed under Insurance.

I have to live with the pain.

As much as odd as it may sound, the console is expensive, it costs upwards of 10k IIRC. High probability those KL guys might have ripped it of cleanly. They are covered under warranty, as much as everything unless you have opted for nil depreciation, else the value of the parts might be reduced to half. In any case, you can claim accidental damage and get it covered under insurance, though coverage might be 50% to 60% and the rest have to be borne by us.

Cheers!
VJ

**sheshank** · 02-05-2020, 09:44 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post

As much as odd as it may sound, the console is expensive, it costs upwards of 10k IIRC. High probability those KL guys might have ripped it of cleanly. They are covered under warranty, as much as everything unless you have opted for nil depreciation, else the value of the parts might be reduced to half. In any case, you can claim accidental damage and get it covered under insurance, though coverage might be 50% to 60% and the rest have to be borne by us.

Cheers!
VJ

Definitely I am not going to spend 5 k for a button. I will check Pudupettai market in Chennai where they sell spares from accident/damaged vehicles

**GandalfTheGrey** · 02-06-2020, 01:36 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by OccasionalWanderer View Post

Thank you for taking the time to give a detailed response. It certainly helps in clarity.

I too like to DIY and that is an extra appeal.

As much as the heart gets excited about some bikes like the interceptor or Jawa 42, I am trying to counter balance it with informed judgments. The Himalayan seems like a bit of both (heart + judgment).

Will try to compare the pillion comfort on Dominar and Himalayan.

Thank you again!

I'm in the same boat as you are mate. It's 200NS in your case and FZ25 in my case. My heart and brain agree only on Himalayan at the end of the day. The rustic and simple look of the motorcycle is somehow able to touch deeper into my heart than the other ones do. I'm on the taller side,though not heavier, and I find Himalayan to be most comfortable.

The only thing that's bothering me is my usage that is 80% city and mostly in B2B traffic. I'm scared of just two things; the heat the bike is going to produce in traffic and the handling in traffic. With temperatures in late mornings already hot in our Chennai, my mind starts giving me nightmares of riding the bike in upcoming summers in traffic. So I'm curious to know, what would be your usage pattern?

Cheers!

**OccasionalWanderer** · 02-06-2020, 08:46 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by GandalfTheGrey View Post

I'm in the same boat as you are mate. It's 200NS in your case and FZ25 in my case. My heart and brain agree only on Himalayan at the end of the day. The rustic and simple look of the motorcycle is somehow able to touch deeper into my heart than the other ones do. I'm on the taller side,though not heavier, and I find Himalayan to be most comfortable.

The only thing that's bothering me is my usage that is 80% city and mostly in B2B traffic. I'm scared of just two things; the heat the bike is going to produce in traffic and the handling in traffic. With temperatures in late mornings already hot in our Chennai, my mind starts giving me nightmares of riding the bike in upcoming summers in traffic. So I'm curious to know, what would be your usage pattern?

Cheers!

My usage pattern would also be exactly the same! It is the remaining 20% we will try to take our riding pleasures from!

Not sure about handling in traffic. it certainly wont be something to flip about like the pulsar 220F guys do. If you dont do that, I think it should be fine. Also, the headlight unit is not connected to the handle bar, so steering should be lighter.

In terms of heat, maybe we do minor improvements. For my NS, I upgraded from Bajaj oil to Motul 7100. The heating and vibration came down after that. I am hoping the same will make a difference here. I also kill the engine at traffic lights.

However, the owners here would be best able to best answer that.

Hope both of us start riding the Himalayan soon!

**wandereronhimalayan** · 02-12-2020, 02:40 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Hi, What are the best rear view mirrors for Himalayan? The viewing experience of the present model is not great. Please suggest the best ones.

**flicka** · 02-13-2020, 02:30 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by wandereronhimalayan View Post

Hi, What are the best rear view mirrors for Himalayan? The viewing experience of the present model is not great. Please suggest the best ones.

Doubletake adventure mirrors

**zestbiker** · 02-13-2020, 07:36 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Got my black beauty today -bs4 abs .
Bye bye Duke390 and Hello Himi

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Got my black beauty today -bs4 abs .
Bye bye Duke390 and Hello Himi

**B7ACKTHORN** · 02-13-2020, 08:42 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by zestbiker View Post

Got my black beauty today -bs4 abs .
Bye bye Duke390 and Hello Himi
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Congratulations. Do post your ownership reviews, photos and what not.

Cheers!
VJ

**lone_wolf7508** · 02-15-2020, 03:39 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Any word on the new BS6 Himalayan?

**B7ACKTHORN** · 02-15-2020, 07:00 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by lone_wolf7508 View Post

Any word on the new BS6 Himalayan?

BS6 Himalayan has been launched with new colors and it's been months since they launched the BS6. If you're looking for ownership review, then apart from cosmetics, pretty much the bike remains the same for most part.

Cheers!
VJ

**lone_wolf7508** · 02-16-2020, 12:56 AM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post

BS6 Himalayan has been launched with new colors and it's been months since they launched the BS6. If you're looking for ownership review, then apart from cosmetics, pretty much the bike remains the same for most part.

Cheers!
VJ

Yes, I was looking for an ownership review. I am aware that the bike is mostly the same except for switchable ABS & hazard lights but I am interested to see how the other mechanical changes done as part of BS6 upgrade turn out. To be honest, saw a vlog where a popular vlogger faced some problems within a week of the delivery. I am planning to buy one but then decided to wait until more reviews come out.

**B7ACKTHORN** · 02-16-2020, 10:50 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by lone_wolf7508 View Post

Yes, I was looking for an ownership review. I am aware that the bike is mostly the same except for switchable ABS & hazard lights but I am interested to see how the other mechanical changes done as part of BS6 upgrade turn out. To be honest, saw a vlog where a popular vlogger faced some problems within a week of the delivery. I am planning to buy one but then decided to wait until more reviews come out.

I do know about the review you are talking about. The hard fact is, being the owner of a Himalayan myself, Royal Enfield bikes are hit and miss, 80% of the time. The bikes are for the most part decently made, and not robust, that's a fact, no matter whatever RE claims their bikes have conquered. The bikes are good, but quality is a big let down, secondly, QC is almost non existent with RE even though you see parts adorned with 100% QC and the likes. Brand new bikes, case in point, as you've mentioned do have issues that puts most owners at a gamble.

Make sure, you double check, triple check the bike's working when taking delivery of the bike, that way you can zero in on potential issues and get the problems, if any sorted. But, that shouldn't deter you from purchasing one; the sheer joy of riding the Himalayan is something very sedate, lovingly joyful and literally a sofa on two wheels. One of the reasons why it's still in my garage.

Cheers!
VJ

**zestbiker** · 02-20-2020, 09:32 AM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post

Congratulations. Do post your ownership reviews, photos and what not.

Cheers!
VJ

Thank you @B7ACKTHORN -with a RE product,one really needs all the positive wishes one can muster

-pray the time with it lasts long,happy and well-back in the RE fold after 23years

**hd_hardikdesai** · 02-21-2020, 12:26 AM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Hey guys I just booked the himalayan bs6 rock red I am quite excited as it's gonna be my 1st bike.
Actually was going to book the dominar 400 but didn't find any test ride at any showroom, where as I took the himalayan for a spin twice and enjoyed every minute on it.
I am not a big fan of RE though thanks to its vibration and reliability issues, do let me know the do's and don'ts if any like PDI and other stuffs before taking the delivery, is there any scope for discounts and freebies?

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