Adventure Motorcycles
2021Royal Enfield Himalayan
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The 2021 Royal Enfield Himalayan is a simple, rugged adventure bike from Royal Enfield, made in India. Its air-cooled 411cc single makes 24.5 hp and 32 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and chain. An 800 mm seat, 194 kg wet weight and a 15-litre tank suit long, unhurried trips on rough roads.
- Capacity
- 411.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 194.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 24.5 HP (17.9 kW) @ 6500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for adventure and off-road exploration, with enough comfort for long-distance touring on mixed terrain.
- Built for
- A rugged, no-frills adventure companion that prioritizes durability, simplicity, and go-anywhere capability over outright speed or refinement.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking high-speed thrills, sharp cornering performance, or a lightweight commuter for tight urban traffic.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 411.0 ccm
- Power
- 24.5 HP (17.9 kW) @ 6500 RPM
- Torque
- 32.0 Nm (3.3 kgf-m) @ 4250 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1263 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 78.0 x 86.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- Digital electronic ignition
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multi-plate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1465 mm
- Overall length
- 2190 mm
- Overall width
- 840 mm
- Overall height
- 1360 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Wet weight
- 194.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 15.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 220 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Half-duplex split cradle frame
- Front suspension
- Telescopic, 41 mm forks
- Rear suspension
- Monoshock with linkage
- Front wheel travel
- 200 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 180 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 120/90-17
Other
- Color options
- Snow, Granite, Sleet
- Comments
- Royal Enfield bikes are made in India.
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2016 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 411 cc | 411 cc | 411 cc | 411 cc | 411 cc |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L | 15 L | 15 L | 15 L | 12.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Royal Enfield Himalayan?
The 2021 Royal Enfield Himalayan has a Capacity of 411.0 ccm (25.08 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Royal Enfield Himalayan have?
The 2021 Royal Enfield Himalayan has a Power of 24.5 HP (17.9 kW) @ 6500 RPM.
How many gears does the Royal Enfield Himalayan have?
The 2021 Royal Enfield Himalayan has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Royal Enfield Himalayan?
The 2021 Royal Enfield Himalayan has a Torque of 32.0 Nm (3.3 kgf-m or 23.6 ft.lbs) @ 4250 RPM.
How much does the Royal Enfield Himalayan weigh?
The 2021 Royal Enfield Himalayan has a Wet weight of 194.0 kg (427.7 pounds).
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