Iron Butt Ride - RE Himalayan 452 - What I Think, What I've Learned - Wahoo!

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  • Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
  • Can you ride a 1000+ miles on a Royal Enfield Himalayan 450? Let me tell you a story...Wahoo!
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  • @jlrutube1312
    @jlrutube1312 13 днів тому +6

    For such a small displacement bike it's pretty impressive that you were able to go 85 + mph for long periods of time. Especially since it's a single cylinder and also it's not a street bike. Most single cylinder bikes that are only around 450-500 cc's aren't very happy going much over 65 or 70 mph. Also, I want to say that for someone like us (older.... I'm 66) It's pretty amazing that you did 1000 miles in a day on a relatively small bike. I wouldn't even dare to try something like that. I have a Honda VTX 1300 and I have never ridden it over 7 hours in a single day. You have my respect sir.

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  13 днів тому +2

      Love that Honda VTX...I have a long history with Honda twins. Wahoo!

    • @hershchat
      @hershchat 9 днів тому

      In India, the category of choice is not Adventure or Dualsport. It is Travelling. That means it can go 85, long distance, also some off road. And be east and practical. This is a great traveling bike.

  • @robertgoerss
    @robertgoerss 13 днів тому +13

    Congats on the Iron Butt run!

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  13 днів тому +1

      Thank you!

    • @robertgoerss
      @robertgoerss 10 днів тому +1

      @@forgottenmotorcycles eevey un is different. Whether silver or gold. And there is always the possibility of the unexpected ! What's impressive is th bike that was underneath you!

  • @fueledbypassion5558
    @fueledbypassion5558 10 днів тому +3

    Bought this motorcycle a while ago and it has been a great companion till now 🙌🏼

  • @PAGallagher
    @PAGallagher 13 днів тому +8

    As one retiree to another, I agree with your take on life completely!!! I've watched quite a few of your videos over the past 12 months or so and always enjoy the variety and your enthusiasm. Also, I was tempted with the new Himi after a test ride a couple of months ago ....... really liked the power and character of that motor but, Royal Enfield pipped me to the post and released the new Guerrilla here in the UK. I pick mine up tomorrow, can't wait ....... in the words of the great 'Fuzzy Biker', "Wahoo!!!!" Cheers for now, Phil (UK)

  • @JoseAlvarez-dl3hm
    @JoseAlvarez-dl3hm 7 днів тому +1

    And so many ppl say they prefer the CF moto mt450 (ibex), but I really liked it more this himi450 and even fortnine has spoken very good things about RE motors. Hearing your enthusiasm for this bike makes me more sure about getting one.

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  7 днів тому

      Have really enjoyed this bike a lot. Have over 5100 miles on it and have an 800 mile ride to Colorado today. Wahoo!

  • @anandsubramanianblr
    @anandsubramanianblr 11 днів тому +2

    Hey Fuzzy. I'm Anand from India. Great to see your videos. I just turned 60 and you sure do inspire me to keep riding. Hope to see you there sometime. Best and take care.

  • @0neTwo3
    @0neTwo3 13 днів тому +2

    I’ve been eyeballing this new bike and find this video report VERY reassuring. I have a Scram 411 currently and it’s been a little disappointing here and there. I’m very hopeful that the 450 will be the unicorn my heart desires.

  • @theaverageviewer6331
    @theaverageviewer6331 13 днів тому +4

    Hey I just found your channel when I was looking up info on the RE 452. The last few videos have been great!

  • @thegilamonsterrides5241
    @thegilamonsterrides5241 13 днів тому +3

    Congratulations on the Ironbutt. Awesome review!

  • @pinkiewerewolf
    @pinkiewerewolf 13 днів тому +2

    Here is the most impressive things that I've taken from all you've posted on the 450 Himalayan, your energy.
    You've posted relentlessly even during your 1k/1day ride yesterday. Kudos my friend.
    When I got into long distance riding in the mid 2000's I read a lot of the Iron Butt Rider's books and comments. One comment that stuck with me was that a constant speed around 78 MPH was a good speed on a lot of bikes because it doesn't beat you up as badly and fuel consumption doesn't suffer too badly either. To do 1500 miles in 1 day... it's not the safest thing to attempt.
    The bike's GPM, what I've learned through the years when I ride smaller displacement bikes, the higher the speeds the lower the GPM. My ZZR1200 with changed sprockets got 50 GPM no matter what speed I flogged that bike at in the 65-90 mph zone. The T7, I'm having a 6.1 Acerbis tank fitted right now.
    I really like those CRF 300/250 Rally bikes that Honda makes. Until recently they'd never show on my dealership's floor. It was great to see one in person. If I didn't have the Husky 501 I'd have bought it.
    Have a great Labor Day Fuzzy!

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  13 днів тому +1

      Bet that Husky is a hoot to ride. Currently have a CRF250 Rally sitting outside my door. Am riding that fun machine today. Long rides: I'm not looking to do 1500 in a day. Yesterday's ride was good but work. May do more 1000 mile rides if the destination is good but will always have a fall short plan. Wahoo!

    • @pinkiewerewolf
      @pinkiewerewolf 13 днів тому

      @@forgottenmotorcycles The Husky is, to put it as the Aussies do, a weapon in the dirt. Not a great road bike. I put a Warp9 wheel with a Cush drive to protect the gearbox, chain, and sprockets in an attempt to make it a lightweight ADV bike.
      I'll give it some more modifications.
      I think a person is money ahead if they just buy a Honda CRF 300 Rally.
      My attempts at 1500 miles/24 probably ended with that one run. We weren't trying for 1500 initially but as our destination neared I said I didn't want to ride past it just to make the mileage, I was toast. 🤣

  • @PieterSchulteFiefie_lol
    @PieterSchulteFiefie_lol 13 днів тому +3

    Thank you for the in depth review! I bought a 452 about a month ago myself!

  • @haroldklassen5493
    @haroldklassen5493 13 днів тому +3

    Way to go on the ride Fuzzy! A note on the vibey mirrors, I put double takes on my classic 350 and like magic I can see very well what's behind, they're great! I'll be picking up my new Himalayan next week, can't wait.

  • @Guvnarides-WI2020
    @Guvnarides-WI2020 6 днів тому +1

    Glad you're enjoying the bike and your road time! 🍻👍

  • @interceptor_moto
    @interceptor_moto 7 днів тому +1

    Great to hear you're loving the new bike, but even better the old one is still kicking it in the garage! Great review of the bike!

  • @haroldklassen5493
    @haroldklassen5493 13 днів тому +4

    Also congrats on reaching 10k subscribers!

  • @idontwantahandle12345
    @idontwantahandle12345 13 днів тому +1

    Great job! Mine has 2900 on the clock and just like you, everyday I feel it just gets better and better.
    Two things I have discovered. Firstly, easy Trip reset. Left toggle to get trip 1 or 2 on the screen, then hold left toggle for a couple of seconds.
    I read somewhere about a guy who puts the bike into Eco mode when riding in traffic and urban conditions. I tried it and it’s really good. The engine revs are remapped I think and it’s so easy to potter about in the traffic.
    Good luck with future endeavours. 😃

  • @alfa_romeo0701
    @alfa_romeo0701 13 днів тому +2

    1000 miles in day on a Himi ! Hats off to you man

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  13 днів тому

      It did it well. Wahoo!

    • @alfa_romeo0701
      @alfa_romeo0701 13 днів тому

      @@forgottenmotorcycles I am planning to buy its cousin Guerrilla, not being a tall frame guy.

  • @Bob-oo7sm
    @Bob-oo7sm 13 днів тому +4

    I done lands end to john o grotes on mine a couple of weeks ago.done just shy of 2000 miles .enjoyed it .bike didn't miss a beat .done mainly b roads so my fuel consumption was very good

  • @Timothy-ns4qn
    @Timothy-ns4qn 12 днів тому +2

    “Old Guy with a Laptop and a GoPro who Loves to Ride Motorcycles.”
    That’s all ya need to know! WAHOOOO!

  • @mrkopecky
    @mrkopecky 11 днів тому +1

    I sure do appreciate you sharing your enthusiasm for the ride! Thanks.

  • @The-Rickster-29
    @The-Rickster-29 12 днів тому +1

    Wahoo Fuzzy Biker. Rick from So Cal (we met last month in the Mighty Mini-Tropolis of Marne with my friend Dave) and at the time I was thinking INT 650. But you know, your presentation of this new Himi might be what I need on the back dirt roads of West Virginia when I retire next year. Thanks for your videos on this subject.

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  12 днів тому

      Yes, great to see you there. This is a fabulous motorcycle. Wahoo!

  • @SS-ck3ew
    @SS-ck3ew 13 днів тому +2

    Thank you for an excellent 1,000 mile, real world review! I have done a 1,000 mile day on a GL1800 and it was both fun and brutal. Since then the most I've done is usually 400 miles a day. I agree with you on the fuel tank's capacity and think that five gallons (US) would be great. The promised 4.5 gallons would be enough but apparently the factory made a mistake and lost a half gallon, LOL!
    As I tend to ride our freeways in commiefornia at 50 mph to 70 mph, I like to think I could average 60+ mpg across that spectrum o' speed.
    Again, thank you for your excellent thoughts on this and other motorcycles that you have ridden in the same world we do!
    SS in commiefornia, USA.

  • @Bygkydcmc
    @Bygkydcmc 13 днів тому +1

    Love all your videos! Glad you decided to make this your retirement hobby. Wahoo!

  • @markjacobs3956
    @markjacobs3956 13 днів тому +2

    Good stuff Fuzzy. See ya tomorrow at Baxters. Dumping break in oil on my Kaza Brown. Intalled grip puppies and my sheepskin. Ready for our Colorado rip.

  • @ogasi1798
    @ogasi1798 12 днів тому +1

    well done on the ride and this bike has clearly got your heart :-) , biking season doesn't stop here buddy - i assume your winters are much worse than mine, we just deal with cold and shi77y rain and winds

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  12 днів тому

      Usually ride all year long but a lot less through winter...a lot less.

  • @hershchat
    @hershchat 9 днів тому +1

    FANTASTIC review. Yoodaam anne!

  • @johnjones4621
    @johnjones4621 12 днів тому +1

    Fuzzy i did a 300 mile day this week in the car with some work thrown in that i considered a big day that’s a great effort enjoyed the Vlog 👍

  • @glennford4483
    @glennford4483 13 днів тому +1

    Happy to hear your trip went very well 😊. I was surprised to hear that rt. 80 through Iowa is so busy, I'm always on rt. 80 through New Jersey and Pennsylvania and it's no fun at all.

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  13 днів тому +1

      Thanks. I'm betting Jersey I-80 would make our Iowa 80 look empty. Wahoo!

  • @jdabel1
    @jdabel1 9 днів тому +1

    Great review. Same colour as mine. Here's a suggestion - when talking speed and fuel consumption, how about putting the metric equivalent on screen? Virtually anyone watching that is not American just hears blah blah blah....😂

  • @davericketts9101
    @davericketts9101 10 днів тому +1

    Very enjoyable, informative video. Thank you.

  • @ruahinesrider
    @ruahinesrider 13 днів тому +2

    I did 350km(230miles) on Saturday & was worn out & hurting & back & ankle was saw but I was grinning 😀 ear to ear.That is a huge day for me since my crash & braking my back Fuzzy Wuzzy did 1000miles in a day😲 that's Legendary Status that run Fuzzy.Triple Wahoo.

  • @cecildeville6950
    @cecildeville6950 13 днів тому +4

    Great review ! 1000 miles is cool ! Wahoo !

  • @OurDee
    @OurDee 13 днів тому +2

    Lighting answer, AMEN.

  • @user-px3kq3sh3o
    @user-px3kq3sh3o 8 днів тому +1

    Nice review on a really good machine…

  • @user-cv9my1jq2r
    @user-cv9my1jq2r 12 днів тому +1

    Giving that bike a work out. Cool.

  • @___SSS___
    @___SSS___ 13 днів тому +1

    Electronic cruise control on this will make it near perfect solo adventure touring motorcycle. Hope mccruise or veridiancruise will make soon for Himalayan 452

  • @Alex-io6ky
    @Alex-io6ky 13 днів тому +1

    makes me want to buy one .. review was comprehensive

  • @glennmcguire5571
    @glennmcguire5571 13 днів тому +1

    Love the bike. I haven't seen any 450 at the dealers on the East coast yet. Maybe soon?????

  • @Yuvrajjjify
    @Yuvrajjjify 7 днів тому +1

    09:15 there's an easy fix for this, Pro-Spec makes windscreen extenders for Himmy 450.

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  7 днів тому

      Thank you. I've thought about this option but would like to have a one piece solution that is larger than the current windshield. Something that would do better in rain. Thanks again. Wahoo!

  • @berryslokker8949
    @berryslokker8949 13 днів тому +1

    Nice review. Thanks for that. Wonder if the blue colour on the downpipe is a good thing. Maybe the tappets? But, wonderfull that you have driven 1000 miles. I will wait for my pension until doing that, ha ha

  • @flyinbiker2001
    @flyinbiker2001 13 днів тому +2

    Thanx Keith

  • @farzinbi
    @farzinbi 13 днів тому +4

    Respect

  • @iraxef1
    @iraxef1 13 днів тому +2

    Thanks for taking us along! As a Super Meteor owner who’s not interested in off-road (at this time).. what are your thoughts? Are you keeping your Super Meteor? Is it a bit better for just highway riding?

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  13 днів тому

      I'm keeping the Super Meteor for the long road rides. It is more comfortable and has great carrying capacity too. PS Easier to get a passenger on that Super Meteor too. Wahoo!

  • @rodneystewart4312
    @rodneystewart4312 11 днів тому

    Love the enthusiasm. Just subscribed. I am interested in your thoughts on the Rally vs the 450 Himalayan ,thinking of replacing the Honda I presently own .

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  11 днів тому

      I'm guessing you're talking about the Rally kit installed on the 452? Am hoping to test ride that bike as soon as Baxter's can get a kit installed. We'll do a video. Did look at one in Utah and liked the look. Wahoo!

  • @ipdjbt
    @ipdjbt 13 днів тому +1

    Hopefully by the time the next riding season arrives dealers will have these in stock. The dealers in my area say they won’t be available till 2025.

  • @toddclarke2348
    @toddclarke2348 13 днів тому +1

    I'm wondering with the fuel consumption if you keep it on eco mode over 1000 miles if that would make a difference?. You should be getting better fuel economy as the engine breaks in. Something not right there 🤔
    Thankyou for all the feedback and videos. It's been awesome to watch you go through the process thus far. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  12 днів тому +1

      I'll check into that Eco Mode. Am thinking fuel consumption was up because of the higher speed I was running at. I really need to get myself to Australia. Wahoo!

  • @MikeK6046
    @MikeK6046 11 днів тому +1

    Hey Fuzzy (love your energetic reviews!!), based on the 450 supposedly having a ride-by-wire throttle, can one get an aftermarket electronic cruise control for it? Y/N? Lastly at 85mph, doesn't it feel like you're wringing its neck/ feeling very buzzy (not Fuzzy, ha, ha)?

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  11 днів тому +1

      I've heard that there is a company making a cruise control but have not seen that product yet. I was comfortable riding that bike at 85 mph and more. Bike did well in every way except fuel consumption. At 80-85mph I was getting low 40's mpg over 88 mph fuel was 37 mpg. Bike was very happy at high speeds. Not really to Fuzzy...I mean...buzzy. Wahoo!

    • @MikeK6046
      @MikeK6046 10 днів тому +1

      @@forgottenmotorcycles Thank you Fuzzy, much appreciated, also LOL'd @ Fuzzy/ buzzy (laughter is a GOOD Thing). Enjoy your riding!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @sonnyday6830
    @sonnyday6830 12 днів тому +1

    I never enjoy coming back on myself, much prefer to do a circuit

  • @davidseymour2037
    @davidseymour2037 9 днів тому +2

    Sounds like something is amiss with your fuel consumption. I am averging 90 mpg (UK) and my bike has done 1000 miles. Admitedly I don't do constant high speed motorway riding but the difference seems odd.

  • @barra650
    @barra650 13 днів тому +1

    I have the 411 and just bought the Super Meteor . But the my question is , would you rather do the long distances on the Super Meteor or the new 452 . Enjoy your channel .

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  12 днів тому +1

      Thank you! That really depends on my over all goals for the ride. My Super Meteor is a bit more comfortable, has much better wind protection and more built in luggage capacity. If it's a long ride and I don't need to leave the paved roads the Super Meteor would be it. If I'm going on an all around adventure ride I'd take the Himalayan 452. I've got room in the garage for both bikes. Wahoo!

  • @chaitanyashervegar8234
    @chaitanyashervegar8234 13 днів тому +1

    Sir wait for sometime Himalayan -650cc is coming soon.As it is testing on Indian highway soon it will be launched.

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  13 днів тому

      Double Wahoo!

    • @chaitanyashervegar8234
      @chaitanyashervegar8234 13 днів тому

      @@forgottenmotorcycles more than 24 different models will be launched with advance features with affordable price.As they had launched guerrilla -450cc in India.Soon it will be launched in Usa market.

    • @chaitanyashervegar8234
      @chaitanyashervegar8234 13 днів тому

      Sir could you please tell which is best month to ride in Alaska.I wish to ride whole Usa and Canada and Alaska roads.

    • @slakk5093
      @slakk5093 12 днів тому

      Can you point me to any pictures of the himi 650? Haven’t seen any and I’ve been looking

    • @chaitanyashervegar8234
      @chaitanyashervegar8234 12 днів тому

      @@forgottenmotorcycles yu can see on internet to find Himalayan -650 test ride in internet.

  • @warmad2596
    @warmad2596 11 днів тому +1

    New rider here planning on getting this bike (hopefully) in a few months or so...
    What's "fly by wire" mean?

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  10 днів тому

      The connection between the throttle and the engine is electric not mechanical, no throttle cable.

  • @technotv3227
    @technotv3227 11 днів тому +1

    how is the Tappet Noise ! I am sure it is gonna come up soon.

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  11 днів тому

      Have not had an issue with that. Should have it in the shop for a check soon. Will try and do a video no that too. Wahoo!

  • @kevinwheatley1097
    @kevinwheatley1097 9 днів тому +1

    I'm guessing this is US mpg which I think is very good after we convert to UK.

  • @OurDee
    @OurDee 13 днів тому +1

    Are you saying that the throttle input to torque you get is very linear?

  • @brokentang
    @brokentang 13 днів тому +1

    Hello sir may I know, when your reset the service due, does it show 10,000km or 5000km? Mine show 5000km, and does every country have different service interval? Thank you.

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  13 днів тому +1

      My bike showed 6000 miles. Not sure about intervals in other countries.

    • @brokentang
      @brokentang 12 днів тому +1

      @@forgottenmotorcycles Noted, thank you sir, now I know my country follow the Indian service intervals 👍👍 it confusing because my owners manual said 10,000km while the meter said 5000km

  • @levigato125
    @levigato125 13 днів тому +1

    Get some Double Take mirrors.

  • @LuckyNikitaBoba
    @LuckyNikitaBoba 13 днів тому +1

    Can you pick the bike up if tipped

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  13 днів тому +4

      Check out this video I made. ua-cam.com/video/_6w5Ma4aGxs/v-deo.html

  • @utuberagain18
    @utuberagain18 13 днів тому +1

    How tall are you? What’s your inseam?

  • @Dutch650
    @Dutch650 12 днів тому

    wait a minute.. you have a friend in the US who has the new himalayan and he just got it the other day?? HOW?! theyr're not even at the dealers yet.. and the people who "pre ordered" don't have them yet.. unless you mean he has a press bike like you do??

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  12 днів тому +1

      No, he and several other people in the Baxter Cycle area have the new Himalayan 452 already. I'm meeting a fellow at Baxter's today. He's getting his first service done. Wahoo!

    • @Dutch650
      @Dutch650 12 днів тому

      @@forgottenmotorcycles Would you be able to find out how since Dealerships all over are saying they wont be in until January 2025.. And nowhere online are we able to find dates for our test rides and buying options.. a lot of us been waiting patiently and it's very surprising to see people actually owning them already now while we're told they're not here yet.. I'm truly just curious!

  • @LuckyNikitaBoba
    @LuckyNikitaBoba 13 днів тому

    How much did you pay out the door?

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  13 днів тому

      I don't own this bike. However, you can get one just like it at baxtercycle.com for $5899 plus $500 shipping... Out the door price. You'd be responsible for your own sales tax and licensing fees. Payable at your local courthouse

  • @deltabluesdavidraye
    @deltabluesdavidraye 13 днів тому +6

    Look you shouldn't be riding over 75 mph no matter the speed limit so mileage at those speeds is moot.High speed motorcycling is just too dangerous.

    • @forgottenmotorcycles
      @forgottenmotorcycles  13 днів тому +3

      Wahoo

    • @levigato125
      @levigato125 13 днів тому +11

      Look, it’s pretty safe in your mom’s basement. You shouldn’t leave it.

    • @gwynnromano5881
      @gwynnromano5881 13 днів тому +1

      😂

    • @ipdjbt
      @ipdjbt 13 днів тому +2

      I’d love to see the evidence backing up your absurd claim.

    • @jeremypendergast9129
      @jeremypendergast9129 13 днів тому +4

      This is true. I've found that my pants instantly catch on fire at anything over 55.