Royal Enfield Himalayan 2022 User manual

USA / CALIFORNIA / CANADA

FOREWORD
Thank you for choosing the Royal Enfield Himalayan.
Your new motorcycle is the product born from Royal Enfield’s vast experience of riding in the Himalayas since decades, from
exhaustive testing in all conditions, and our continuous striving for superior reliability and performance.
Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully before riding so that you will be thoroughly familiar with the proper operation of the
Himalayan’s controls, its features and capabilities.
To ensure a long and trouble-free life for your motorcycle, give it the proper care and maintenance described in this manual. This
Owner’s Manual should be considered a permanent part of your motorcycle and should remain with it even if your motorcycle is
subsequently sold.
The Himalayan features the Tripper™ - a Turn-by-turn navigation pod, powered by Google Maps and the Royal Enfield App. You
can use it to connect your smartphone with the motorcycle through Bluetooth. To use the Tripper™ and to explore the many rides
around you, install the Royal Enfield App and follow the steps to register your Himalayan
— Team Royal Enfield

NOTICE
All information in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Due to continuous improvements,
there may be discrepancies between the information in this manual and your motorcycle. Royal Enfield reserves the right to make production
changes at any time without prior notice and without incurring any obligation to make the same or similar changes to motorcycles previously built
or sold.
All images shown are for reference to explain and need not to be exactly the same on the model you own. Technical specifications are subject to
change without prior notice.
"© Copyright 2022 Royal Enfield (A unit of Eicher Motors Ltd.). All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual shall be copied, distributed or
otherwise dealt without the express permission in writing of Royal Enfield".
Disclaimer
1. Wash the motorcycle only with plain water. Do not use any cleaning agents or detergents. especially on painted surfaces, as it will cause
discoloration and damage to the paint.
2. Do not polish your motorcycle as it will increase the gloss level and damage the paint.
3. Scratches or marks on painted / plastic surfaces cannot be removed OR touched up.
4. Warranty is not applicable for discoloration of the Silencer & Exhaust pipe, as it is a natural process that will happen during usage.
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IMPORTANT
United States Environment Protection laws, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and California Air Resources Board (Applicable only
for motorcycles sold within the state of California.) strictly prohibits tampering with the Exhaust Emission Control, Noise Control and
Evaporative Emission Control systems:
We would like to emphasize that any repairs to the induction, emission, exhaust and evaporative systems must be performed only by a Royal
Enfield Authorised Dealer so that the motorcycle confirms to the United States Environment Protection laws, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards and California Air Resources Board regulation (Applicable only for motorcycles sold within the state of California.)
It is the responsibility of the Owner / User of the motorcycle to read this manual carefully and to comply with the safety guidelines, operating
instructions, and periodical maintenance instructions given here. Keep this manual in a convenient place for easy reference. DO NOT use the
motorcycle until you have become familiar with this motorcycle and after reading and understanding this manual completely. In case you need
any further clarifications, please contact a Royal Enfield Authorised Dealer, nearest to you, for assistance.
If your motorcycle is being used by a friend, relative, or any other person, it is your responsibility to make certain that they have completely
understood the operating procedures of the motorcycle, and the contents in this manual with particular reference to the safety aspects, before
riding your motorcycle.
The motorcycle is designed for NORMAL ON ROAD USE ONLY. Operation in off-road usage in some areas may be illegal and could be dangerous.
Please obey local laws and regulations.
In the event of your motorcycle being sold to another person, it is your responsibility to handover this manual along with the motorcycle to the
new owner.
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
If you believe your motorcycle has a defect which could cause a crash and result in serious injury or loss of life, you should
immediately contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Royal Enfield North
America Limited, 226 N Water St., Milwaukee WI 53202 US.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it
may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in any individual problems between you,
and your dealer or Royal Enfield North America Limited.
To contact NHTSA you may call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free within the United States on 1-800-424-9393 or write to: NHTSA,
400 Seventh Street SW, Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the
hotline.
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Personal and Motorcycle Information ......................................... 07
Safe Operating Rules ................................................................... 08
Accessories and Cargo ................................................................. 20
Technical Specifications............................................................... 22
Recommended Lubricants .......................................................... 28
Motorcycle Identification Numbers ............................................. 29
Engine Number Details ................................................................ 31
Location of Key Parts .................................................................... 32
Operation of Controls ................................................................... 35
Pre-Operational Checks ................................................................ 63
Safe & Happy Riding ...................................................................... 64
Cargo & Accessories....................................................................... 68
Rules of the Road ........................................................................... 70
Running in Period .......................................................................... 73
Warning Indications & Safety Systems .......................................... 74
Starting ......................................................................................... 78
Gear Shifting, Ridings Stopping ..................................................... 80
Parking ....................................................................................... 81
CONTENTS
Periodical Maintenance Chart .................................................... 82
Tools kits .................................................................................... 89
Minor Maintenance Tips ............................................................ 90
Long Trip Precautions ................................................................ 112
Shock Absorber .......................................................................... 113
Off Roading ................................................................................ 114
Washing Procedure .................................................................... 115
Storage Precautions ................................................................... 120
Wiring Diagram ........................................................................... 121
Trouble Shooting ........................................................................ 122
Warranty Terms & Conditions ..................................................... 123
Emission Control System Warranty ............................................. 130
Noise Control System Warranty ................................................... 135
Evaporative Emission Control System Warranty ........................ 137
Environment Care ...................................................................... 139
Radio Type Approval ................................................................... 141
Service Maintenance Record ....................................................... 143
Notes ........................................................................................... 144

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Statements in this manual proceeded by the following words are of special significance :
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in an accident causing serious injury or loss of life.
Caution with the safety alert symbol, indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury leading to disability.
Caution without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, may result in damage to
the motorcycle and its rider, property etc.
All images in this manual are only for reference and to explain the relevance. They may not be exactly the same in the motorcycle
you own. Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
SAFETY DEFINITIONS

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PERSONAL & MOTORCYCLE INFORMATION
Name
Door No./Street
Locality
City
Contact
Licence No.
Model
Engine No.
VIN. No.
Tire Make
Tire Nos.
Battery Make
Sold by
Date of Sale
Mobile :
Front :
Country
Off :
Email :
Valid till :
Color :
Rear :
Rear :
Battery No.
Front :
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SAFE OPERATING RULES
Royal Enfield motorcycle are designed to serve as a means of
personal transport, and for on-road use only. It is not meant to
be used as an off-road motorcycle.
Using the motorcycle for Off-road purpose could lead to loss
of control which could result in an accident causing serious
injury or loss of life.
 Before operating your new motorcycle, it is your
responsibility to carefully read and follow the operation
and maintenance instructions detailed in this manual for
your own safety, your motorcycle and that of others.
 Know and respect the rules of the road. Be a safe rider for
your own safety and for other road users.
 Before starting the motorcycle, check for proper
operation of brakes, clutch, gear shifter, handle bar
controls, tire pressure, fuel and oil levels.
FUEL / REFUELING
Royal Enfield motorcycles are designed to perform best with
unleaded gasoline only. Use a good quality unleaded gasoline
of 87 RON or higher/ If ‘knocking’ or ‘pinging’ occurs at a steady
engine speed under normal load, use a different brand of
gasoline or gasoline which has a higher octane rating.
Royal Enfield cautions you against the use of certain
nonstandard parts such as aftermarket and custom made
extended front forks or suspensions, which may adversely
affect performance and handling. Removing or altering
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original parts may adversely affect performance and could
result in an accident causing serious injury.
 Use only genuine Royal Enfield spare parts and approved
accessories. Use of other manufacturer’s performance
parts may affect the performance of your motorcycle
and render the motorcycle void of warranty. See “your
Royal Enfield Authorised Dealer for details.
Do not use-leaded gasoline in this motorcycle. It will cause
serious damage to the internals of the engine, exhaust
emission system and the motorcycle will not meet the
emission norms. Using leaded gasoline will also render the
warranty void.
It is illegal to use leaded gasoline as it is known to cause serious
health problems.
Fuels containing methanol should not be used as it can cause
damage to the fuel system components.
 Whenever refueling your motorcycle, please exercise
utmost caution and carefully observe the following rules:
 Turn the ignition switch to the ‘OFF’ position.
 Open the fuel filler cap slowly. This will help to release
any pressure that may have built up in the fuel tank.
 DO NOT smoke and please ensure that there are no
open flames or sparks near the motorcycle, when
refuelling OR servicing the fuel system.
 Switch OFF mobile phones and other hand held
electronic devices.
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Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. Use
care when handling gasoline. Always stop the engine when
refueling or servicing the fuel system. Do not smoke or allow
open flames or sparks near gasoline. Do not store motor cycle
with gasoline in the tank, within the home or garage where
open flames, pilot lights, sparks or electric motors are present.
Inadequate safety precautions could cause an explosion or fire
which could result in damage or property, serious injury..
Fuel spilled on the floor or on motorcycle tires will reduce the
tire's ability to grip the road. This can result in dangerous riding
condition, potentially causing loss of control and could result
in an accident if fuel is spilled, thoroughly clean up the spillage
immediately, Take care not to spill any fuel on the engine,
SAFE OPERATING RULES
 Open the fuel filler cap slowly.
 Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine turned
off.
 DO NOT use a mobile telephone. Switch OFF mobile
telephones and any other electrical and electronic
devices including any appliances with a pilot light.
 DO NOT fill the tank to its brim. Please fill fuel only till
the bottom of the filler neck insert, so as to leave air
space in the fuel tank to allow for fuel expansion.
 Avoid filling the tank in rainy or dusty conditions
where airborne material can contaminate the fuel
contaminated fuel may cause damage to fuel system
components.
 After refueling, please ensure the fuel filler cap is
closed firmly and correctly.
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exhaust pipes, rubber parts or any other part of the
motorcycle.
Do not store motorcycle with gasoline in the tank, within your
home or garage where open flames, pilot lights, spark or any
appliance with a pilot light, electric motors are present.
Inadequate safety precautions could cause an explosion or fire
and could result in damage to property, serious injury or loss of
life.
TIRES & SUSPENSION
Please inspect and ensure tires are seated evenly & properly in
the rims, maintain the recommended tire pressures it is very
important for riding stability. Pay strict attention to loose and /
or broken spokes ensure the front and rear wheels are
correctly aligned. Check spokes for correct tightness in the
rims and free movement of steering system.
Inspect the tires thread condition periodically and replace
worn out tires with approved make only. Failure to do so can
lead to improper balance, poor stability, poor handling, and
abnormal tread wear.
Please replace tires which are punctured or damaged. Small
punctures in the tread area may be repaired from within the
tire. The motorcycle should not be driven over 40 mph (60
kmph) for the first 24 hours and over 55 MPH (90 Kmph)
thereafter with a repaired tire.
In emergency situations, please ride slowly with least possible
load until the tire is permanently repaired or replaced. Failure
to heed to this warning could result in serious injury or loss of
life.
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Regularly inspect front forks, rear shock absorbers and rear
suspensions, for any war, looseness / side play, oil leaks etc.
Replace worn parts. Worn parts can adversely affect stability
and handling.
DO NOT operate motorcycle with a loose, worn or damaged
steering system, including the front and rear suspension
system. Contact your Royal Enfield Authorised Dealer for
repair of steering or suspensions system. Damaged steering or
suspension components may adversely affect handling
which could result in serious injury or loss of life.
 A new motorcycle must be operated according to the
special break-in-procedure. See break-in-the first 300
miles (500 km) section.
 Operate motorcycle only at moderate speeds and out of
traffic untill you have become thoroughly familiar with its
operation and handling characteristics under all
conditions.
 Do not exceed the legal speed limit or drive too fast for
existing conditions. Always reduce speed when poor
driving conditions exist. High Speed increase the
influence of any other condition affecting stability and
increases the possibility of loss of control.
If your are an inexperienced rider we recommended that you
obtain formal training on correct motorcycle riding techniques
and become thoroughly familiar with the operation of your
particular motorcycle. New Riders should gain experience
under various condition while driving at moderate speeds.
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Avoid overspeeding and never travel over the speed limit.
Excessive speed may cause loss of control and could result in
an accident causing serious injury.
 DO NOT exceed 70 MPH (110 km/h) riding solo.
 DO NOT exceed 55 M PH (90 Km/h) when carrying a
passenger or cargo.
Pay strict attention to road surfaces and wind conditions.
Any two wheeled motorcycle maybe subject to the
following upsetting forces:
 Wind blasts from passing trucks.
 Rough uneven road surfaces.
 Slippery road surfaces.
These forces may affect the handling characteristics of your
motorcycle. If this happens, reduce speed and guide the
motorcycle with a relaxed grip to a controlled condition. Do
not brake abruptly or force the handlebar.
 Operate your motorcycle defensively. Remember, a
motorcycle does not afford the same protection as an
automobile in an accident. One of the most common
accident situations occurs when the driver of the other
motorcycle fails to see or recognize a motorcycle and
turns into the oncoming motorcyclist.
 Safe motorcycle operation requires alert mental
judgment combined with a defensive driving attitude.
DO Not allow fatigue, alcohol or drugs to endanger your
safety OR that of others.
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 Wear an approved helmet, clothing, and foot gear suited
for riding a motorcycle. Bright OR light colors are best for
greater visibility in traffic, especially at night. Avoid
loose, flowing garments and scarves.
 When carrying a pillion rider, it is your responsibility to
instruct them on proper riding procedures.
 Do NOT allow other individuals, under any circumstances,
to operate your motorcycle unless you know they are
experienced, licensed riders and are thoroughly familiar
with the operating conditions of your motorcycle.
 Additional electrical accessories and equipments may
overload the motorcycle’s electrical system and will
result in system and/or component failure.
 Maintain your motorcycle in proper operating condition
in accordance with the Maintenance intervals chart in
this Owner's Manual.
 Use only genuine Royal Enfield spare parts and approved
accessories. Use of other manufacturer's performance
parts may affect the performance of your motorcycle
void of warranty. Contact your Royal Enfield Authorised
Dealer for further details.
Maintain the recommended tire pressure ensure the front and
rear wheels are correctly aligned and the tires are seated
evenly & properly in the rims. Check for correct tightness of
the spokes in the rims. Inspect your tires periodically and
replace tires with approved tires only. Failure to do so can lead
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to improper balance, abnormal tread wear, poor handling and
could result in serious injury.
Royal Enfield recommends replacement of any tire punctured
or damaged. In some cases small punctures in the tread area
may be repaired from within the demounted tire by your royal
Enfield Authorised Dealer. Speed should not exceed 60 Km/h
(40 MPH) for the first 24 hours after repair and the repaired
tire should Never be sued over 90 Km/h (55 MPH).
In emergency situations, if a temporary repair is made ride
slowly with as light a load as possible until the tire is
permanently repaired or replaced.
Failure to heed this warning could result in serious injury.
 Safe motorcycle operation required alert mental
judgement combined with a defensive driving attitude.
DO NOT allow fatigue, alcohol or drugs to endanger your
safety or that of others.
 Maintain your motorcycle in proper operating condition
in accordance with the Maintenance intervals chart in
this Owner ' Manual. Particularly important to
motorcycle stability is proper tire inflation pressure,
tread condition. Pay strict attention to loose and / or
broken spokes, free movement of steering system.
DO NOT operate motorcycle with a loose, worn or damaged
steering system, including the front and rear suspension
system.
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Contact your Royal Enfield Authorised Dealer for repair of
steering or suspension system. Damaged steering or
suspension components may adversely affect handling which
could result in serious injury.
Regularly inspect rear shock absorbers and front forks for any
defective suspension can adversely affect stability and
handling which could result in serious injury.
For your personal welfare, all the listed service and
maintenance recommendations should be performed. Lack of
regular maintenance at the suggested intervals may affect the
safe operation of your motorcycle, which could result in
serious Injury.
Avoid any contact with the exhaust system. Wear clothing that
will completely cover the legs while riding. The exhaust system
gets very hot when the engine is running and remains too hot,
even after the engine is turned off. Failure to wear proper or
protective clothing could result in serious injury.
Exhaust gases contains poisonous carbon monoxide and
chemicals, known to cause Cancer, Birth Defects or other
reproductive defects.
DO NOT INHALE exhaust gases. Never stand close to the
exhaust system of the motorcycle when the engine is running.
Do not stay inside a closed garage after parking the motorcycle
as the residual fumes from the exhaust can contain harmful
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gases. Failure to heed to these warnings can result in loss of
life.
Motorcycle batteries contain lead and lead components, acids
and chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Exercise extreme caution while handling a
battery. Wash hands thoroughly whenever a battery is
handled.
This motorcycle is not designed to tow a trailer or be used with
a side car. It is designed to be used as a two wheeler, for
carrying a rider and a pillion.
Towing a trailer may cause loss of control of the motorcycle in
the front, reduced braking efficiency, tire overloading and
unstable handling, leading to an accident resulting in serious
injury or loss of life. Using the motorcycle with a side car could
cause loss of control, resulting in an accident which may cause
serious injury or loss of life.
Consult your Royal Enfield Authorised Dealer regarding any
questions or problems that occur in the operation of your
motorcycle. Failure to do so may aggravate an initial problem,
cause costly repairs, jeopardize your personal safety and could
result in serious injury.
Exceeding GVWR may lead to instability of the motorcycle,
leading to an accident and result in serious injury or loss of life.
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Royal Enfield cautions you against the use of certain
nonstandard parts such as aftermarket and custom made
extended front forks or suspensions, which may adversely
affect performance and handling. Removing or altering
original parts may adversely affect performance and could
result in an accident causing serious injury or loss of life.
Use only genuine Royal Enfield replacement fasteners
tightened to the proper torque (See your Royal Enfield Work
Shop Manual). We caution you against the use of certain
nonstandard parts such as aftermarket and custom made
fasteners which may not have specific strength, finish and
type requirements to perform properly in the assembly and its
environment. The use of any nonstandard parts, including
fasteners, could result in serious injury.
DO NOT exceed the Gross Motorcycle Weight Rating of your
motorcycle. The Gross motorcycle Weight Rating (GVWR) is
shown on the information plate, located on the frame Down
tube. (GVWR is the sum of the weight of the motorcycle,
accessories, and the maximum weight of the rider, passenger
and cargo that may be safely carried.) Exceeding GVWR may
lead to instability of the motorcycle, which could cause an
accident and result in serious injury.
DO NOT Tow a disabled motorcycle. The steering and handling
for the disabled motorcycle will be impaired due to the force of
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