- Mon Aug 10, 2020 5:28 pm
#92040
My bike is my only form of transport. Previous to the Himalayan I had a EFI Classic, which apart from replacing the original rubber, hoses, grommets etc, the bike gave me no problems whatsoever in just over five years of ownership. I notice the rubber components on the Himalayan are going the same way, so that'll be a job on the cards. Otherwise the bike is fine. Pre lockdown I knocked up some long runs, and I cruise at the same speed I did in the old bike (60mph). Re the battery discharge issue that many are experiencing, because I have no access to mains electricity where I keep my bike, I use a decent solar charger with regulator, which has kept everything fine during periods of inactivity during lockdown. I'm now on my 6th Enfield, and fingers crossed, this is shaping up to be the best. I noticed quite a difference once things had slackened off. Only disappointing thing is I had a couple of long trips planned for this year which due to the current world circumstances, I've cancelled. Once you get your head round "slow" everything becomes fine. I had a short spell with a Transalp, and where it gained on speed, the Himalayan gains on range, about another 100 miles out of a tank. The Satin black tank is very easily marked though, and the original rear tyre wore out quick.