Royal Enfield Bullet 500 Classic EFI 2014 vs. Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2024

Royal Enfield Bullet 500 Classic EFI 2014

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2024

Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Bullet 500 Classic EFI 2014 compared to Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2024

Royal Enfield Bullet 500 Classic EFI 2014

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2024

Royal Enfield Bullet 500 Classic EFI 2014

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	84 mm	Bore	84 mm
Stroke	Stroke	90 mm	Stroke	81.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	28 HP	Engine power	40 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	5,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	41 Nm	Torque	40 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	8.5	Compression Ratio	11.5
Starter	Starter	Electric, Kick	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	5	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	499 ccm	Displacement	452 ccm

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Twin-Spar

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Drum	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	110 mm	Rear tyre width	140 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,160 mm	Length	2,245 mm
Width	Width	800 mm	Width	852 mm
Height	Height	1,050 mm	Height	1,316 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,370 mm	Wheelbase	1,510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Royal Enfield Bullet 500 Classic EFI 2014

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2024

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 is a bike with a unique character that impresses with its accessibility and reliability. It is ideal for riders who are looking for an uncomplicated, yet powerful enduro bike that can cope with different types of terrain. Although it is not the most powerful or sporty bike, it impresses with its easy handling, robust construction and reliable electronics. Its suspension is stable at speed, but quickly reaches its limits. Overall, the Himalayan offers a pleasant riding experience for adventurers looking for a robust and good-natured machine.

Easy handling and accessible riding style

Robust and reliable suspension

Compact dimensions and low seat height make it accessible

Good travelling qualities as a comfortable companion

Not particularly powerful or sporty

suspension quickly reaches its limits under intensive use