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September2025 35 Royal Enfield Himalayan: For those unfamiliar, Royal Enfield was once a popular Bri sh motorcy- cle brand that went belly-up some me in the late 60s. In recent years, the Royal Enfield name was resurrected by an Indian company. The bikes have proven to be solid, reliable, and remarkably inex- pensive. Unlike most of today's manufacturers, Royal Enfield does not offer a plethora of models. Our test bikes were 450cc models equipped with a range of op onal accessories. My choice was one with a taller seat as I'm a freak for proper seat to bar posi on. Royal Enfield does not load their bikes up with fancy electronics either. The bikes are simple and all business, possibly best described as a modern vintage bike. Ergos were great, the brakes worked just fine, and the Showa suspension was sure-footed on pavement and the loose gravel roads on our test loop. If one is looking for a simple motorcycle that is capable of ge ng the job done without breaking the bank, the Royal Enfield Himalayan, priced at only $5995 MSRP, is something to be considered. In closing, I've grown quite fond of the Dirt Daze events. The vibe is quite different from what I'm used to. It's a relaxed atmosphere, and the people are friendly, genuine, and motorcyclists to the core. Yes, ADV riders are a different breed from us woods riders, but in a posi ve way. They like to stack miles on end with many clocking well over 50,000 miles per year chasing events such as this. If you've ever considered ADV riding, I highly recommend checking out an ADV event; they are a hoot! Royal Enfield Himalayan Royal Enfield Himalayan My trusty Husaberg FE570 My trusty Husaberg FE570