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Summary

The new Royal Enfield Himalayan 4552 is a significant upgrade from its predecessor, featuring a 452cc liquid-cooled engine, producing 42 Nm torque and 47 BHP. It retains the relaxed character of the old model but offers improved performance with a slick gearbox and light clutch. The motorcycle comes with two riding modes, Eco and Performance, and allows rear ABS to be turned off. The chassis is brand new with a spine frame, upside-down forks, and a linkage-type monoshock. The 17L fuel tank and adjustable seat height add to its versatility. The motorcycle is expected to be priced between 2.6 to 2.7 lakhs, with the tubless spoked wheel model likely to be slightly more expensive.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Himalayan 4552 is a completely new motorcycle, with no parts from the old model being used.
• 🛠️ The new engine, called the 'Sha', is a 452cc liquid-cooled four-valve DOHC motor with a nearly square configuration, producing 42 newton-meters of torque at 5500 RPM and 4 BHP at 8250 RPM.
• 🔴 The motorcycle has a redline at 5000 RPM, after which it holds on to its performance.
• 🏍️ The bike retains the relaxed character of the old Himalayan but is not slow, with a slick gearbox and a light slip-assist clutch.
• 🔧 Missing features include traction control and cruise control, but the bike now has ride-by-wire technology.
• 🔄 Two riding modes are available: Eco, which limits performance in the first four gears, and Performance, which offers full power.
• 🔨 The rear ABS can be turned off in either mode.
• 🌟 The chassis is a new spine frame with upside-down forks at the front and a linkage-type mono-shock at the rear.
• 🛢️ The motorcycle features a 17L fuel tank, an airbox above the engine, and a seat height adjustable from 805 to 845 mm without tools.
• 🔄 The rear tire is radial and has a 17-inch setup, with the option for tubless spoked wheels to be available in the future.
• 🏞️ The motorcycle performs well off-road, even with panniers, and the 21-inch wheel does not hinder its capabilities.
• 🚫 The only critique is the brake's gentle feel, which could benefit from more bite to reduce the effort required for braking.
• 🔄 Quality levels are considered acceptable, with no anticipated reliability issues, but time will tell for certainty.
• 🛠️ Service intervals are set at 5000 km, and while prices are not yet known, they are anticipated to start at 2.6 lakhs and go up to 2.7 lakhs, with the tubless spoke model expected to cost 10-15 thousand rupees more.

Q & A

What is the new name for the motorcycle previously known as the 4552?

The new name is the Himalayan, which is completely new and does not carry over any parts from the old motorcycle.

What is the displacement of the new engine in the Himalayan?

The new engine, referred to as the 'Sha', has a displacement of 452cc.

How is the engine configuration of the new Himalayan described?

The engine has a nearly square configuration and is a liquid-cooled, four-valve, single-cylinder motor.

What is the power output of the new engine at different RPMs?

The engine makes 42 Nm of torque at 5500 RPM and 'something' BHP at 8250 RPM, with the exact BHP value not specified in the transcript.

What is the redline RPM for the new Himalayan's engine?

The redline for the motorcycle is about 500 RPM after the peak torque delivery at 5500 RPM.

How does the new Himalayan differ in character from the old model?

The new Himalayan retains the relaxed character of the old model but is notably faster and more capable.

What new features does the Himalayan have in terms of its gearbox and clutch?

The new Himalayan has a slick gearbox and a light slip-assist clutch.

What riding modes does the new Himalayan offer?

The motorcycle offers two riding modes: Eco, which limits performance in the first four gears, and Performance, which provides full performance.

Can the rear ABS be turned off in the new Himalayan?

Yes, the rear ABS can be turned off in either of the two riding modes.

What are the new chassis and suspension features of the Himalayan?

The new Himalayan has a brand new spine frame, upside-down forks at the front, and a linkage-type monoshock with seven-step adjustable at the rear.

What are the seat height options for the new Himalayan?

The seat height can be adjusted from 805mm to 825mm with an optional low seat and from 825mm to 845mm with a tall seat, with tool-free adjustment.

What is the issue preventing the sale of the tubless spoked wheels in India?

There is a certification issue with the tubeless rims, preventing Royal Enfield from selling them in India at the moment.

How does the new Himalayan perform off-road, according to Karthik?

Karthik did not feel that the 21-inch wheel hindered off-road riding, and the motorcycle performed well even with panniers on board.

What is the main critique regarding the braking system of the new Himalayan?

The brake is described as very gentle, lacking bite, which suggests that the braking effort could be reduced by having a more responsive brake system.

What is the expected service interval for the new Himalayan?

The service intervals for the motorcycle are every 5,000 km.

When will the price of the new Himalayan be announced?

The price will be announced at the end of November during Royal Enfield's motoe event.

What is the anticipated price range for the new Himalayan?

The anticipated starting price is around 2.6 lakh rupees, with the top model possibly costing 10 to 15 thousand rupees more.

Outlines

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🏍️ Introducing the All-New Himalayan 4552

The script introduces the new Himalayan 4552, emphasizing its complete redesign. It features a new engine called the 'Sha,' a 452cc liquid-cooled four-valve DOHC motor with a nearly square configuration. This engine delivers 42 newton-meters of torque at 5500 RPM and 4 BHP at 8250 RPM, with a redline just 500 RPM after the peak. The motorcycle retains the relaxed character of its predecessor but is notably faster. It includes a slick gearbox, a light slip-assist clutch, and ride-by-wire technology with two riding modes: Eco and Performance. However, it lacks traction control and cruise control. The chassis is new, with a spine frame, upside-down forks, a linkage-type monoshock, and a twin spar frame at both ends. The engine is a stressed member of the frame, and the motorcycle has a 17-liter fuel tank and an adjustable seat height. The script also mentions the rear radial tire setup and the future availability of tubless spoked wheels, which are currently facing certification issues in India.

Keywords

💡Himalayan 4552

The 'Himalayan 4552' refers to the new model of the Royal Enfield Himalayan motorcycle. It is a significant upgrade from its predecessor, with no parts carried over from the old model. The name '4552' itself signifies the engine's displacement in cubic centimeters, which is a key aspect of the bike's performance and identity in the video's narrative.

💡Sha Engine

The 'Sha' engine is the new engine introduced in the Himalayan 4552. It is a 452cc liquid-cooled, four-valve, single-cylinder engine with a nearly square configuration. This engine is central to the motorcycle's performance, producing 42 newton-meters of torque at 5500 RPM, which is a measure of the force it can exert and is crucial for off-road capabilities as discussed in the video.

💡RPM

RPM stands for 'Revolutions Per Minute', a measure of the number of times an engine's crankshaft rotates in a minute. In the context of the video, the RPM is used to describe the performance peaks of the Sha engine, indicating when it makes its maximum power and torque, which are essential for understanding the motorcycle's capabilities.

💡Redline

The 'redline' is the maximum RPM at which an engine should operate without causing damage. In the script, it is mentioned that the redline for the Himalayan 4552 is around 5000 RPM, after which the motorcycle's performance holds on, indicating the engine's reliability and durability.

💡Gearbox

The 'gearbox' is a part of the motorcycle's transmission system that allows the rider to change gears. The video mentions that the Himalayan 4552 has a 'slick gearbox', meaning it shifts smoothly and efficiently, contributing to the overall riding experience.

💡Slip Assist Clutch

A 'slip assist clutch' is a type of motorcycle clutch that helps prevent the rear wheel from locking up during downshifting, thus avoiding potential crashes. The video script highlights this feature as a new addition to the Himalayan 4552, enhancing its safety and performance.

💡Ride Modes

The 'ride modes' on the Himalayan 4552 refer to preset configurations of the motorcycle's performance settings. The video mentions 'Eco' and 'Performance' modes, which adjust the power output and ABS settings, allowing the rider to choose between fuel efficiency and maximum performance.

💡Spine Frame

The 'spine frame' is a type of motorcycle frame design that extends from the steering head to the swingarm, providing structural support. The script describes the new spine frame on the Himalayan 4552 as a significant change from the old model, contributing to its improved performance and handling.

💡Monoshock

A 'monoshock' is a type of rear suspension system that uses a single shock absorber to control the motion of the rear wheel. The video mentions that the Himalayan 4552 has a linkage-type mono shock with adjustable settings, which allows for customization of the ride based on the terrain and the rider's preference.

💡Tubless Spoked Wheels

Tubless 'spoked wheels' are wheels that do not require an inner tube and are more resistant to punctures. The script discusses the upcoming availability of these wheels for the Himalayan, which will be a retrofit option, enhancing the motorcycle's off-road capabilities and durability.

💡Braking

The 'braking' system of the Himalayan 4552 is mentioned in the context of its performance. The script notes that the brake has a 'very gentle brake feel', suggesting that it lacks the immediate 'bite' or responsiveness that some riders might prefer. This is a critical aspect of the motorcycle's safety and control.

💡Reliability

The term 'reliability' refers to the dependability and longevity of a product. The video script suggests that there are no anticipated reliability issues with the Himalayan 4552, but it also acknowledges that only time will tell. This is an important consideration for potential buyers, as it reflects the motorcycle's durability and maintenance needs.

💡Service Intervals

The 'service intervals' are the recommended periods between maintenance services for a vehicle. The script mentions that for the Himalayan 4552, these intervals are every 5,000 km, which is a measure of how often the motorcycle needs to be serviced to maintain its performance and safety.

Highlights

The Himalayan 4552 is a completely new motorcycle, not a continuation of the 4552 model.

The new engine is called the 'Sha', a 452cc liquid-cooled four-valve DOHC motor with a nearly square configuration.

The Sha engine produces 42 Nm of torque at 5500 RPM and 47 BHP at 8250 RPM.

The motorcycle has a redline at 500 RPM after the peak torque and power delivery.

The new Himalayan retains a relaxed character but is no longer a slow motorcycle.

The gearbox is slick and the clutch is light, featuring a slip-assist clutch.

Lacks traction control and cruise control but has ride-by-wire technology.

Two riding modes available: Eco and Performance.

Rear ABS can be turned off in both Eco and Performance modes.

Features a brand new spine frame and new suspension components.

The motorcycle has a 17L fuel tank and an adjustable seat height.

Optional low and tall seats are available for a tool-free adjustment.

The rear tire is a radial with a 17-inch setup.

Tubless spoked wheels are planned for the summit model but are not yet available due to certification issues.

The motorcycle performs well off-road and in twisties, even with panniers.

The braking system is gentle and could benefit from more bite.

Service intervals are set at 5,000 km apart.

No pricing information available yet, but expected to start at 2.6 lakhs and go up to 2.7 lakhs, with the tubless model potentially costing more.

The motorcycle is expected to be reliable, but time will tell for certain.

Transcripts

so the Himalayan 4552 is not the 4552

it's just the Himalayan it's completely

new not a single thing from the old

motorcycle has been taken forward so

that means the new engine which Royal

Enfield calls the Sha is a 452cc liquid

cooled four valve doc motor which has a

nearly Square configuration it makes 42

newon M at 5500 RPM and just 4 something

BHP at 82,000 RPM and about 500 RPM

after that is the red line for this

motorcycle carik told us is that it

reminds you of the old Himalayan in

being relaxed in character although it's

not a slow motorcycle anymore and

despite how the old 411s were the 4552

holds on to its performance after you've

passed the talk uh Peak the gearbox is

slick the clutch is light it's got a

slip slipp assist clutch now uh what

they're missing is traction control and

cruise control Al they do have ride by

wire now you've got two riding modes Eco

which Cuts performance in the first four

gears the top two gears are full

performance and performance which is all

perform performance and you can turn the

rear ABS off in either of the two modes

if you like yeah on the chassis side

it's a brand new spine frame it's got

new sha upside down Folks at the front

you've got a linkage type to your

Monoshock with seven step adjustable

yeah twin Spar frame uh yeah showers at

both ends so the engine is a stressed

Pember of this Frame you've got a 17 L

fuel tank and the airbox above the

engine you've got a seat that goes from

805 to 825 for the optional low seat 825

to 845 for the tall seat and this

adjustment is toolfree and happens on

the motorcycle you don't need to do

anything else and also on the chassis

front we forgot U uh the rear tires a

radial and it's a 217 setup uh and there

is the option of tubless spoked wheels

which is not on sale yet they will come

to the summit model which is the top

model of the Himalayan we don't know

when yet because there is some

certification issue with these uh

tubeless rims so Royal Enfield is able

to Source them and Export them right now

but they're not able to sell them in

India yet but when they appear they will

be retrofittable to all the models of

the Himalayan so even if you by a summit

you should be able to access those when

you want to ride it's a really nice

motorcycle Karthik did not feel that the

21in wheel gets in your way when you're

riding twisties off-road it held its own

really well so it does that well too he

actually had pons on board when he was

riding Offroad and still the motorcycle

didn't actually misbehave so the only

thing he would change there is that the

brake is a very gentle breake not a lack

of force but a lack of bite and I think

he thinks that you could have a little

bit more bite so the amount of work that

you to put in to break on this

motorcycle could be reduced a little bit

but otherwise it's as the old Himalayan

was effortless in most conditions it's

just a heck of a lot faster and more

capable now and even more easy and if

you can believe it even easier than

before quality levels are okay we don't

anticipate any reliability issues but

there's no way to say this time has to

pass before we know how reliable the

motorcycle will turn out to be service

intervals are 5,000 km apart we don't

know what the prices are but Ro Enfield

service is usually good yeah tires

suspension uh brakes

touring Sport City yeah so what what I'd

like you to do is if you have any

questions further than this please leave

us a comment do rate my summary out of

10 how good the summary you think was uh

do rate how you think the Himalayan was

out of 10 and you can use the context of

the old Himalayan as a reference or just

like a current day ADV format motorcycle

as a reference if you prefer and

uh we are going to get this motorcycle

for test we don't know when yet should

be soon I should be soon once we test it

we'll have uh motoring view story and

comparisons with relevant motorcycles

some of the motorcycles you think are

relevant are actually relevant but we'll

discuss that later

um and the price will come out at the

end of November when Royal Enfield has

the motoe event so there is currently no

price on the motorcycle yet our

anticipation is prices will start at 2.6

they will finish at 2.7 except for the

tubless pooke model that will probably

go another 10 to 15,000 rupes more than

that or hoping we are right we've

announced the prices we we have

announced the prices not Ari has

announced the prices just just just so

be clear okay what do you think what do

you think the price should be let us

know yeah thank you so much for watching

this is motoring first thank you so much

foraying all the way till the end thank

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