Royal Enfield has covered all the shortcomings of the previous model. There's more power, quicker torque, better suspension, better seats and yes a better engine. This is a very confident motorcycle on and off-road. Although, expect it to be slightly more expensive than the previous Himalayan.
It’s trying to do its best on-road and off-road as a motorcycle and is succeeding in striking the right balance between the two. The Sherpa name is derived from the ethnic group of the north who support trekkers in reaching their favourite peak and the Sherpa engine at the heart of this Himalayan 450 similarly feels trustworthy and reliable to get you to the most unchartered spots and then take you back to civilization as well (17 litres fuel capacity, remember?). It’s a very capable motorcycle in that sense. Quite fitting of the Himalayan moniker than the one it replaces.
Oh, and if you really want to truly make it yours, there are two kits coming. The tourer and rally kits with different accessory configurations. You also get a ton of official accessories for this motorcycle too.