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**rideon74** · 05-04-2018, 11:49 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by cyborgk View Post

Rideon74, if you are talking about the rear tyres skidding while cornering, it could be too much lean angle for the REH.

If you mean it's difficult to turn in or the REH feels lazy to turn or quick changes of direction seem difficult to do or seem different from the other bikes, it's because of the 21 inch front tyre.

This effects the handling negatively compared to most other bikes which have 17 inch tyres front and back. The 21 inch front is mainly for off roads.

For the REH you will have to get used to the feeling over time or change the front to 17 inches if that is possible.

Hope this helps.

Cheers

About the lean angles:

It’s quite possible, as my observations were on the curves on ghat roads. The hairpin bends weren’t an issue, since one has to slow down almost completely to cover them. Coupled with the effects of the suspension set-up, this will then take some more time in the saddle to master.

About the laziness to change direction:

Now I get it - It’s surely the dia of the front tyres, as you’d mentioned. That hadn’t occurred to me & yes, I’ll just need to get used to it.

All three of my earlier bikes till date were typical 17in. & I should’ve been prepared to adjust to the effects that the tyre dia combo on the REH would bring.

Great points...very helpful! Thanks much! [emoji1303]

**Vipergts07** · 05-09-2018, 01:39 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Would anybody like to share how the 2018 H is turning out to be with regards to reliability?

**velociraptor13** · 05-10-2018, 03:21 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by Vipergts07 View Post

Would anybody like to share how the 2018 H is turning out to be with regards to reliability?

The BS3 had more of negative reviews than the ownership reviews. I am yet to see a negative review of BS4 apart from the slight heating issues. So I guess all is well.

**rideon74** · 05-11-2018, 12:18 AM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by velociraptor13 View Post

The BS3 had more of negative reviews than the ownership reviews. I am yet to see a negative review of BS4 apart from the slight heating issues. So I guess all is well.

So far, so good. Quiet forum threads at times mean that the owners are happy riding their machines or there’s not much to complain or enquire about.

My bike is just a month old & has crossed 2000km only recently, so my thumbs up may not be counted.

But I will give it one anyway, as I’m confident that RE have pulled up their socks after the BS3 experience and decided to make the Himalayan a bike worthy of it’s given name.

**sloth** · 05-19-2018, 06:03 AM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Hello friends, got my himalayan delivered yesterday did around 80kms without problems. One problem i found that there's excessive free play in throttle grip/cable and surprisingly there is no information in the manual about throttle free play. Did any of you face the issue or do you know how much free play should be there

**sloth** · 05-19-2018, 06:50 AM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Also Surprised to see tapper roller bearing in steering T. Thats a welcome move by RE because all we are used to is old school ball bearings

**rideon74** · 05-19-2018, 07:01 AM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by sloth View Post

Hello friends, got my himalayan delivered yesterday did around 80kms without problems.

One problem i found that there's excessive free play in throttle grip/cable and surprisingly there is no information in the manual about throttle free play.

Congratulations & Welcome to the club! [emoji4]

The clutch lever’s free play standard is at a 3-5mm range. Maintaining this regularly will keep your gear shifts smooth. Please note, the adjustments required may only be in tiny doses at times.

It’s an easy process- you’ll find the instructions for doing it yourself on page 83 of the manual. The spanner required comes with your tool kit. And do make sure you’ve adequately tightened the lock nut after you’re done.

There’s a ton of good info on this forum about simple or in-depth maintenance tips and other Biking info on various threads. YouTube channels like RevZilla, Motorcycle Adventures by Pavlin, Motorcyclist Magazine, etc. are great resources too.

Hope this helps. Cheers & safe rides!

- Sanjeev

**sloth** · 05-19-2018, 07:54 AM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Thanks sanjiv i know about the clutch lever what i was asking was the throttle cable free play. That info is missing in the manual

**rideon74** · 05-19-2018, 08:51 AM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by sloth View Post

Thanks sanjiv i know about the clutch lever what i was asking was the throttle cable free play. That info is missing in the manual

Oops! My bad..my morning coffee wasn’t in while reading your query.

As far I am aware, the throttle play adjustment requires a couple of advanced steps. I suppose that’s why RE does not publish the same in their manuals.

Anyhow, it is not as straightforward as process as the clutch lever play adjustment, so wouldn’t it be better to take a new bike to the SVC for this?

**sloth** · 05-19-2018, 09:40 AM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by rideon74 View Post

Oops! My bad..my morning coffee wasn’t in while reading your query.

As far I am aware, the throttle play adjustment requires a couple of advanced steps. I suppose that’s why RE does not publish the same in their manuals.

Anyhow, it is not as straightforward as process as the clutch lever play adjustment, so wouldn’t it be better to take a new bike to the SVC for this?

Yes. Will fix it in first service.

**sloth** · 05-19-2018, 10:00 AM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by sloth View Post

Yes. Will fix it in first service.

Adjustments in the throttle play is not rocket science and at least they could have provided the clearance values.[emoji24]

**rideon74** · 05-19-2018, 10:58 AM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by sloth View Post

Adjustments in the throttle play is not rocket science and at least they could have provided the clearance values.[emoji24]

The recommended value is 2-3mm for most motorcycles, since you asked.

Not rocket science for some who have/like DIY. If you’re aware why not just pull up the sleeve near the throttle and adjust the nuts?

**sloth** · 05-19-2018, 11:06 AM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by rideon74 View Post

The recommended value is 2-3mm for most motorcycles, since you asked.

Not rocket science for some who have/like DIY. If you’re aware why not just pull up the sleeve near the throttle and adjust the nuts?

Already did that. Actually i am a whole diy person even refilling shockabsorbers to adjusting valves. But this one is my first RE. That's why i tried to confirm. Anyway its a very nice community i discovered here and proud to be a part of it.

**B7ACKTHORN** · 05-22-2018, 11:14 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Gentlemen, anyone recently purchased the Continental GT Heel Plate from this website?

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Oooops, looks like the page you requested could not be found. Please check the URL for proper spelling and capitalization.

If yes, would be glad to know the prices paid. I reckon the part sells for 263 approx, with tax it's a cool 70 rupee increase, as per the website.

Would be interested to know if anyone paid the current price or sourced it at a cheaper price elsewhere.
Thank you!

Cheers!
VJ

**rideon74** · 05-22-2018, 11:30 PM

Re: Royal Enfield Himalayan

Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post

Gentlemen, anyone recently purchased the Continental GT Heel Plate from this website?

Website Builder 404

http://royalbikesindia.com/index.php...oduct%2Fsearch

Oooops, looks like the page you requested could not be found. Please check the URL for proper spelling and capitalization.

If yes, would be glad to know the prices paid. I reckon the part sells for 263 approx, with tax it's a cool 70 rupee increase, as per the website.

Would be interested to know if anyone paid the current price or sourced it at a cheaper price elsewhere.
Thank you!

Cheers!
VJ

The price for the Heel guard is higher on the Royal Bikes website. However, it's a small difference to pay when RE dealership might keep you waiting for lord knows how long. I paid the price and went ahead with the purchase for the this very reason - none of the dealers where I'm at could guarantee a timely supply on this piece. Here's what I paid for via the Royal Bike site last month. Hope this helps!

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