It is SO much more rewarding to upgrade a bike that you like, rather than just sell it and buy the new model. I have done everything bar the big bore kit on my 2019 BS4, old school style bike that GOES, and I am very happy!
Very cool! Seeing the 0-100 kmh to drop by 3 seconds while using larger sprocket wheel speaks for itself. I wish RE would offer a bigger bore out-of-the box.
Will also be curious to see the dyno. I'm wondering whether to get an older 411 and upgrade or go for the new one. From what I understand from your 10 questions vid is that the only dyno you have says 31HP (crank) and you're, maybe, optimistically hoping the last few mods you did since get you another 9?
Almost spot on..but, This estimate is based on the fact that I had a bad piston they had scraped the cylinder and had a compression loss when I did the original dyno. I also changed out computers for a better computer that makes a big seat of the pants difference feel. Luckily, I may be getting a liquid cooled Himalayan 450 to go along with my air cooled Himalayan and I can answer the question for you . :)
Great mods ! How is it at “exploring speeds” of 5 - 10 mph that a beginner motorcyclist might start out on when riding mild dirt, gravel roads & walking type trails?
If the Himalayan is 10 of 10 for beginner low speed dirt road riders..this is 8 of 10. Powhar is a little less forgiving down low. I mean it makes more power down low, but the stiff clutch makes it a bit harder to learn, and it will stall out at a tad higher rpm. Aka a little less forgiving.
wow, awesome build! I want to buy a himalayan and do this exact build! I use my bike as a daily communter on the freeway, so I would definitely need a bit more power. I will say the himalayan has the most comfortable seating position that I've felt
@@TruthSeeker9038 thank you! I even did a little bit more to this and it’s even quicker now! Quickest Daily Royal Enfield Himalayan ? - 0-60 / 0-80 Test ua-cam.com/video/DGxknjBfCAI/v-deo.html
Unless I see a dyno I doubt the 40hp claim. Our 500cc carby bikes which are the easiest to optimize get to 35 RWHP - so unless you mean BHP 40 is unreal.
Fair enough (planned for this summer). Do I expect 40RWHP, Nope I’m expecting 40 crank or about 32-33 RWHP (standard 20% loss) Here is my top 10 questions I get on this bike, Royal Enfield Himalayan 462CC - Top 10 Questions #wickedfast ua-cam.com/video/1lFwF8hmhEk/v-deo.html
I can get 7 seconds 0 to 100kph. On my 443cc Overbored Himalayan. But I have a Delkovik Header, no air box a 34mm Throttle body and use a Reprogramable ECU so no FuelX ( FuelX does not alter timing by the way) between 6000 and 7500rpm is the sweet spot.
@@TruthSeeker9038 all of them haha… otherwise it’s incremental. You will need the big board kitten cam intake exhaust the computers the clutch pack, they all add in different ways. Cam increases horsepower most, big bore kit increases bottom end torque.
@@TruthSeeker9038I got a hd clutch pack and springs from Hitchcocks motorcycle. My exhaust is a Delkivic header pipe and a rage pro exhaust can. Any can will work
Thank you so much sir.. I have a scram 411…so far I’ve done installed a Fuelx alongside powertronics ecu, 16T front sprocket as well aluminium rims…I am still working on the performance since I still yearn for a better cruising speed…tbh top speed doesn’t matter…I just wanna cruise comfortably at around 70-80…however with the given scenario the max I can get out is 60-65..so yah..just lil bit more
Sounds to me that a Tenere 700 would be more your style. Spending what you have ( not including all the time) and what you seem to enjoy, I truly think a Tenere would be more your style. For me, the 16T pinion and TEC cam suited me fine. If I want more, I will look at a different bike.
Well…I think a stock Himalayan motor is just about perfect and I never reccomend building this bike for HP for a price point, it’s not worth it. In my case, I needed to rebuild my motor and the cost for a big bore kit was the same as a stock motor. So, it was kinda a good choice for me. Cheers!
Okay, so it's nice to see that the himalayan is capable of these type of improvements, however how much did all the parts cost, and how much did the labour and parts cost in US dollars? I live in the UK, but I'm intruiged to know. Keep up the good work and God bless. 👍🏿
Great comments ( I get your questions a lot, lol). It cost about $3000 in parts alone and it would have been at least $1500 each rebuild. However, Gearhead Junction partnered with me and it was free labor on the last rebuild. I personally don't think it's worth the $$$ to make the build. However, as I mentioned in my video, I needed to perform a rebuild anyway and the Big Bore upgrade was about the same cost as stock rebuild. Cheers!
@MCCJustMotos wow!! I guess that's almost if not the same cost of the bike new? What I will say is that at present, I still really love the rugged look of this bike, and if I bought one, I would do the upgrade if I intended to keep the bike for at least 5 years because you would really enjoy the journey and ownership. I think you should do a video addressing this and then give your opinion why you would do it and why you wouldn't and the pros and cons of both. You are doing a good job of bringing new content to this platform, so please continue and tha ks for replying. I look forward to more future content. 👍🏿
@@risingphoenix1187 I actually have one out. :) Thank you for the kind words again! Royal Enfield Himalyan - New Bigger Engine and more #Horsepower | First Ride Review Hitchcocks 462cc ua-cam.com/video/jWiv4C69Rwg/v-deo.html
You will probably be correct lol..however, I really did not do this for speed, but for better all round driving. The speed/quickness is just a fun little byproduct.
@@MCCJustMotos its a sick bike. I was going to get a gen 3 klr, but now you got me debating maybe i should just build out my himi for a third of the price
Why do you say that? I had to replace my broken engine after 11,000 miles. That used a cast piston. This is a forged piston. Plus it revs way lower for any given speed) less stress and heat) 700 rpm less. Your comment makes no sense to me? 🤔
Interesting build Andy! I have a concern with your gas mileage. We get 72 MPG average all day and night. Been following Himalayan videos for over a year. IMO 75 is top speed on the Himalayan. I believe you recorded 82 months ago. Bikes not heavy enough. Ever get the wobbles from going to fast? We used to on skateboards! Concern...not criticism! Colors are gorgeous in your area. What you do is RAD! That Himalayan is RAD! What does your neighbor helper think? Great drone shots! Ride Safe!
I love this comment. So many great questions/comments. I’ll try and answer them all. I’ve never gotten 72 miles per gallon. I am sure it has to do with the way I ride. If I rode slow 35-45 mph on twisty back roads I could get that on a stock bike. Highway commuting at very high speed is another story. 82 mph was my top speed with an open air filter and a base powertronics tune. if you watch my full video, you see that I got one extra tooth front sprocket that reduces my acceleration, but makes a higher top speed and lower RPM at any given speed. The higher horsepower will let me get a higher top speed as well. I got wobbles when my rear suspension was set too soft and my tire pressure is too low. But I never have wobbles otherwise. The bike is not very heavy, but it definitely can support a triple digit top speed. Thanks for the kind words I will keep trying to put out good content and yes the colors are pretty cool.
Bro i had a bmw f650 1997 mind you and that thing would spank the shit outta your modded Himalayan no comparison, it looked like you could barely wheelie the bike maybe at the crank.40hp At the rear wheel u may have 30 hp i would guess
BMW f650’s have about 10 HP more which is quite a bit. They are great machines. My 40 HP is crank measured as you said and not at the rear (about 32). Keep in mind I switched gearing for highway which makes it way slower to accelerate… But here this is for you… ;) ua-cam.com/users/shortsX21qKPAan2U?si=fhavGOH4KfeG34nY
I’m not 100% sure of your comment. Is it a question, is it a statement? I don’t quite understand. Did I pay anyone to bolt parts on? No. Would other people have to pay to get parts bolted on? I’m sure they would have to if they couldn’t do that themselves.
@@MCCJustMotos Im just referring to Built vs Bought. But nonetheless, i actually really enjoyed the video and not trying to take anything away from it.
@@mancavecustoms13Thanks, I personally get more satisfaction working on my own stuff, to the max extent I can. I know not everyone has the time or knowledge to do it themselves. I don’t try and state which way is best in my videos, just give everyone the best facts I can. Cheers!
It is SO much more rewarding to upgrade a bike that you like, rather than just sell it and buy the new model. I have done everything bar the big bore kit on my 2019 BS4, old school style bike that GOES, and I am very happy!
That is too awesome to hear on your build! Have you noticed a big difference in performance or any at all?
Bloody awesomeness. That bike is now the GOAT. Well for me anyway. Love it. ❤️ 🎉
Haha, thanks Mate!!
Very cool! Seeing the 0-100 kmh to drop by 3 seconds while using larger sprocket wheel speaks for itself. I wish RE would offer a bigger bore out-of-the box.
I dropped a full second more even..!! The new 452 is almost as fast as mine is now.
ua-cam.com/video/DGxknjBfCAI/v-deo.htmlsi=rXK8u9OyHgrk3Fvh
@@MCCJustMotos that is really impressive!
Will also be curious to see the dyno. I'm wondering whether to get an older 411 and upgrade or go for the new one. From what I understand from your 10 questions vid is that the only dyno you have says 31HP (crank) and you're, maybe, optimistically hoping the last few mods you did since get you another 9?
Almost spot on..but,
This estimate is based on the fact that I had a bad piston they had scraped the cylinder and had a compression loss when I did the original dyno. I also changed out computers for a better computer that makes a big seat of the pants difference feel. Luckily, I may be getting a liquid cooled Himalayan 450 to go along with my air cooled Himalayan and I can answer the question for you . :)
Great video, thanks for all the info, keep it up 💯
Thank you!!
Please do the topspeed test of this beast
You got it!! I have done it..
Royal Enfield Himalayan 462CC - Top 10 Questions #wickedfast
ua-cam.com/video/1lFwF8hmhEk/v-deo.html
Great mods ! How is it at “exploring speeds” of 5 - 10 mph that a beginner motorcyclist might start out on when riding mild dirt, gravel roads & walking type trails?
If the Himalayan is 10 of 10 for beginner low speed dirt road riders..this is 8 of 10. Powhar is a little less forgiving down low. I mean it makes more power down low, but the stiff clutch makes it a bit harder to learn, and it will stall out at a tad higher rpm. Aka a little less forgiving.
wow, awesome build! I want to buy a himalayan and do this exact build! I use my bike as a daily communter on the freeway, so I would definitely need a bit more power. I will say the himalayan has the most comfortable seating position that I've felt
@@TruthSeeker9038 thank you! I even did a little bit more to this and it’s even quicker now!
Quickest Daily Royal Enfield Himalayan ? - 0-60 / 0-80 Test
ua-cam.com/video/DGxknjBfCAI/v-deo.html
@@MCCJustMotos Wow that is incredible! thanks for the information!
Unless I see a dyno I doubt the 40hp claim. Our 500cc carby bikes which are the easiest to optimize get to 35 RWHP - so unless you mean BHP 40 is unreal.
Fair enough (planned for this summer). Do I expect 40RWHP, Nope I’m expecting 40 crank or about 32-33 RWHP (standard 20% loss)
Here is my top 10 questions I get on this bike,
Royal Enfield Himalayan 462CC - Top 10 Questions #wickedfast
ua-cam.com/video/1lFwF8hmhEk/v-deo.html
this is what the 450 shouldve been!
Thanks! This bike is raaaad!
I can get 7 seconds 0 to 100kph.
On my 443cc Overbored Himalayan.
But I have a Delkovik Header, no air box a 34mm Throttle body and use a Reprogramable ECU so no FuelX ( FuelX does not alter timing by the way) between 6000 and 7500rpm is the sweet spot.
Very cool! Yup,’fuelx is just air/fuel optimization.
What would you say are the most necessary upgrades to make 40 hp?
@@TruthSeeker9038 all of them haha… otherwise it’s incremental. You will need the big board kitten cam intake exhaust the computers the clutch pack, they all add in different ways. Cam increases horsepower most, big bore kit increases bottom end torque.
@@MCCJustMotos if you don’t mind me asking, which clutch pack and exhaust did you get? I’m checking out all the parts today haha
@@TruthSeeker9038I got a hd clutch pack and springs from Hitchcocks motorcycle. My exhaust is a Delkivic header pipe and a rage pro exhaust can. Any can will work
Hi sir…just had one question…can we cruise around 80mph?
Second this. What’s the fastest all day cruising speed comfortably?
Yes, 80mph cruising is comfy and 100% doable.
I like between 75-80
Thank you so much sir.. I have a scram 411…so far I’ve done installed a Fuelx alongside powertronics ecu, 16T front sprocket as well aluminium rims…I am still working on the performance since I still yearn for a better cruising speed…tbh top speed doesn’t matter…I just wanna cruise comfortably at around 70-80…however with the given scenario the max I can get out is 60-65..so yah..just lil bit more
@@soubarnokundu1002 good deal! If you watch this video you will see the full performance and yes much better highway cruiser. 4800 RPM at 70 MPH.
Sounds to me that a Tenere 700 would be more your style. Spending what you have ( not including all the time) and what you seem to enjoy, I truly think a Tenere would be more your style. For me, the 16T pinion and TEC cam suited me fine. If I want more, I will look at a different bike.
Well…I think a stock Himalayan motor is just about perfect and I never reccomend building this bike for HP for a price point, it’s not worth it. In my case, I needed to rebuild my motor and the cost for a big bore kit was the same as a stock motor. So, it was kinda a good choice for me. Cheers!
Okay, so it's nice to see that the himalayan is capable of these type of improvements, however how much did all the parts cost, and how much did the labour and parts cost in US dollars?
I live in the UK, but I'm intruiged to know.
Keep up the good work and God bless. 👍🏿
Great comments ( I get your questions a lot, lol). It cost about $3000 in parts alone and it would have been at least $1500 each rebuild. However, Gearhead Junction partnered with me and it was free labor on the last rebuild. I personally don't think it's worth the $$$ to make the build. However, as I mentioned in my video, I needed to perform a rebuild anyway and the Big Bore upgrade was about the same cost as stock rebuild. Cheers!
@MCCJustMotos wow!! I guess that's almost if not the same cost of the bike new?
What I will say is that at present, I still really love the rugged look of this bike, and if I bought one, I would do the upgrade if I intended to keep the bike for at least 5 years because you would really enjoy the journey and ownership. I think you should do a video addressing this and then give your opinion why you would do it and why you wouldn't and the pros and cons of both.
You are doing a good job of bringing new content to this platform, so please continue and tha ks for replying. I look forward to more future content. 👍🏿
@@risingphoenix1187 I actually have one out. :) Thank you for the kind words again!
Royal Enfield Himalyan - New Bigger Engine and more #Horsepower | First Ride Review Hitchcocks 462cc
ua-cam.com/video/jWiv4C69Rwg/v-deo.html
You should do 0 to 60 runs with 14 and 15t front spockets just to see. I bet you you will get 6 something with a 14t.
You will probably be correct lol..however, I really did not do this for speed, but for better all round driving. The speed/quickness is just a fun little byproduct.
@@MCCJustMotos its a sick bike. I was going to get a gen 3 klr, but now you got me debating maybe i should just build out my himi for a third of the price
@@lophloph07well maybe see this…
Fastest Royal Enfield Himalayan - Top 10 Questions #shorts
ua-cam.com/users/shortsxt5JB4piO3c?feature=share
What's the top speed now?
Same as it was last time.. 101 Mph
ua-cam.com/video/1lFwF8hmhEk/v-deo.htmlsi=kX4XNBH_H2fLLtdl
Thanks man for the update.. and great work on powerfull enough og retro style machine
Longitivity will be effected
Why do you say that? I had to replace my broken engine after 11,000 miles. That used a cast piston. This is a forged piston. Plus it revs way lower for any given speed) less stress and heat) 700 rpm less. Your comment makes no sense to me? 🤔
Beautiful bike.
Looks like a wild animal.
Thaaaanks!! Drives like one too!
Timing of the video is sure to get a lot of views.
Who knows..I’m just happy to ride and get the info out on this motorcycle!
Interesting build Andy!
I have a concern with your gas mileage. We get 72 MPG average all day and night.
Been following Himalayan videos for over a year.
IMO 75 is top speed on the Himalayan. I believe you recorded 82 months ago.
Bikes not heavy enough.
Ever get the wobbles from going to fast?
We used to on skateboards!
Concern...not criticism!
Colors are gorgeous in your area.
What you do is RAD! That Himalayan is RAD!
What does your neighbor helper think?
Great drone shots!
Ride Safe!
I love this comment. So many great questions/comments. I’ll try and answer them all.
I’ve never gotten 72 miles per gallon. I am sure it has to do with the way I ride. If I rode slow 35-45 mph on twisty back roads I could get that on a stock bike. Highway commuting at very high speed is another story. 82 mph was my top speed with an open air filter and a base powertronics tune. if you watch my full video, you see that I got one extra tooth front sprocket that reduces my acceleration, but makes a higher top speed and lower RPM at any given speed. The higher horsepower will let me get a higher top speed as well. I got wobbles when my rear suspension was set too soft and my tire pressure is too low. But I never have wobbles otherwise. The bike is not very heavy, but it definitely can support a triple digit top speed. Thanks for the kind words I will keep trying to put out good content and yes the colors are pretty cool.
@MCCJustMotos triple digit...yeow!
I check tire pressure every ride.
OCD....looking forward to more blogs, Andy!
Change the suspension
Why and to what?
This mod is efficient but expensive!
Agreed!!
Bro i had a bmw f650 1997 mind you and that thing would spank the shit outta your modded Himalayan no comparison, it looked like you could barely wheelie the bike maybe at the crank.40hp At the rear wheel u may have 30 hp i would guess
BMW f650’s have about 10 HP more which is quite a bit. They are great machines. My 40 HP is crank measured as you said and not at the rear (about 32). Keep in mind I switched gearing for highway which makes it way slower to accelerate…
But here this is for you… ;)
ua-cam.com/users/shortsX21qKPAan2U?si=fhavGOH4KfeG34nY
Relatively light weight and about 40 hp is ideal for off road! That’s nearly identical to the KTM 390 Adventure. A great substitute for the Pan Am.
Haha you are reading my mind Dan :) Same thoughts as me.
Sorry, let me correct this : ''So, I paid to people to put bolt on parts to it''
I’m not 100% sure of your comment. Is it a question, is it a statement? I don’t quite understand. Did I pay anyone to bolt parts on? No. Would other people have to pay to get parts bolted on? I’m sure they would have to if they couldn’t do that themselves.
@@MCCJustMotos Im just referring to Built vs Bought. But nonetheless, i actually really enjoyed the video and not trying to take anything away from it.
@@mancavecustoms13Thanks, I personally get more satisfaction working on my own stuff, to the max extent I can. I know not everyone has the time or knowledge to do it themselves. I don’t try and state which way is best in my videos, just give everyone the best facts I can. Cheers!
MCC JUST DODOS
Umm okay
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