Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 vs Himalayan 450 Spec Comparison: What’s Different?

Royal Enfield now has two very different motorcycles wearing the Himalayan badge. The new Himalayan 440 has been launched recently, sitting well below the Himalayan 450. While both are built for adventure touring and share the familiar 21/17-inch wheel combination, the two motorcycles take noticeably different approaches. The Himalayan 440 focuses on accessible adventure riding with a relaxed character, the Himalayan 450 brings more power to the segment. Here’s a detailed spec comparison to see how the two motorcycles differ in terms of engine, power, dimensions, features and more.

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 is priced at Rs 2.29 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 starts at Rs 3.08 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 measures 2,190mm in length, 840mm in width, 1,370mm in height and has a wheelbase spanning 1,460mm. The motorcycle gets a ground clearance of 220mm, kerb weight of 199 kg and fuel tank capacity of 15 litres.

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 measures 2,245mm in length, 852mm in width, 1,316mm in height and has a wheelbase spanning 1,510mm. The adventure motorcycle gets a ground clearance of 230mm, kerb weight of 196 kg and fuel tank capacity of 17 litres.

The Himalayan 440 is powered by a 443cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine that develops 25.4bhp and 34Nm.

In comparison, the Himalayan 450 gets a 452cc liquid-cooled Sherpa engine, producing 40.02 PS and 40Nm.

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The Himalayan 440 gets a semi-digital instrument cluster with an analogue speedometer and digital display, along with a Tripper navigation pod and switchable rear ABS. It uses 41mm telescopic front forks with 200mm travel and a linkage-type rear monoshock with 180mm travel. Braking is handled by a 300mm front disc with a ByBre two-piston caliper and a 240mm rear disc. Lighting includes an LED headlamp and tail lamp, while the indicators are bulb-type.

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The Himalayan 450 gets a 4-inch colour TFT cluster with smartphone connectivity, Google Maps navigation and media controls, plus a USB Type-C port. It features all-LED lighting, USD front forks with 200mm travel and a linkage-type rear monoshock. Braking hardware includes a 320mm front disc with a dual-piston caliper and a 270mm rear disc, along with dual-channel ABS and switchable rear ABS.