Is the Himalayan 450 truly an upgrade over 411 or just a different bike?
The Himalayan 450 has been marketed as the next ‘evolution’ of the popular 411 model. But many riders are wondering if it’s a real upgrade or if Royal Enfield has built a completely new motorcycle that just happens to bear the Himalayan name. It’s heavier, and some say that makes it less capable of hardcore off roading than its predecessor, but it also has a more powerful liquid cooled engine, updated electronics and a sportier design. As a result, there has been talk of whether the 450 has lost some of the rugged charm and simplicity that made the 411 so attractive to adventure riders. Also, the new model’s higher cost of entry, complex systems, and less booming engine have some doubting if it still presents the same value proposition and ease of upkeep as did the 411.
It's certainly not a direct upgrade, it's definitely a different bike. The 450 is a lot more road biased and feels like RE's attempt to take on bikes such as the KTM 390 Adventure. It's more powerful and has better tech, sure, but it's lost some of that simple, go anywhere spirit of the 411.
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Is the Himalayan 450 truly an upgrade over 411 or just a different bike?
09 January 2025 10:50
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