Royal Enfield has unveiled its all-new Himalayan 452. It is a successor to the Royal Enfield Himalayan 411.
While the Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 and Himalayan 411, share a similar overall silhouette, a closer examination reveals notable differences. The new Himalayan 452 features a fuel tank with bulging edges and a slightly less scooped rider seat. Additionally, Royal Enfield has made alterations to the transparent visor’s design, enhancing its uniqueness.
Royal Enfield Himalayan Engine Upgrades
The heart of the new Himalayan 452 is its Sherpa 450cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. This modern powerplant generates 40bhp at 8,000rpm and 40Nm at 5,500rpm, mated to a six-speed gearbox. In contrast, the old Himalayan 411 is powered by a 411cc, single-cylinder, air/oil-cooled engine, producing 24.3bhp at 6,500rpm and 32Nm of peak torque at 4,000-4,500rpm, coupled with a five-speed gearbox. The new Himalayan not only boasts modernity but also offers enhanced power.
| Aspect | Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 | Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 |
| Design | Fuel tank with bulging edges, slightly less scooped rider seat, altered transparent visor design | Similar silhouette with traditional design elements |
| Engine | 450cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine, 40bhp at 8,000rpm, 40Nm at 5,500rpm, six-speed gearbox | 411cc, single-cylinder, air/oil-cooled engine, 24.3bhp at 6,500rpm, 32Nm torque at 4,000-4,500rpm, five-speed gearbox |
| Hardware | 43mm USD front forks, offset monoshock with 200mm wheel travel, 320mm front disc, 270mm rear disc with ABS, 21-inch front, and 17-inch rear spoke wheels | 41mm telescopic front forks with 200mm wheel travel, rear mono-shock with 180mm wheel travel, 300mm front, and 240mm rear disc brakes, spoke wheels |
| Features | Full LED illumination, TFT console with smartphone connectivity, media controls, notifications, Google Maps navigation, type C charging port | Halogen lighting, USB charging port, LED taillights, semi-digital instrument cluster, dual-channel ABS, Tripper Navigation system |
Hardware Evolution
The Himalayan 452 features 43mm USD front forks and an offset mono-shock with 200mm wheel travel at both ends. Its braking system includes a 320mm front disc and a 270mm rear disc with ABS, complemented by 21-inch front and 17-inch rear spoke wheels shod with tubed 90/90 front and 140/80 rear CEAT tires. In comparison, the Himalayan 411 relies on 41mm telescopic front forks with 200mm of wheel travel and a rear mono-shock with 180mm of wheel travel. Its braking setup consists of 300mm front and 240mm rear disc brakes, and it also rides on spoke wheels.
Feature Enhancements
The new Himalayan 452 offers a host of modern features, including full LED illumination and a TFT console with smartphone connectivity, media controls, notifications, and navigation via Google Maps. It also incorporates a type C charging port. In contrast, the Himalayan 411 features halogen lighting, a USB charging port, LED taillights, a semi-digital instrument cluster, a dual-channel ABS system, and a Tripper Navigation system.
