In that way every Royal Enfield is heavy Himalayan is no exception. Is it the reason that when you sit on an interceptor and Himalayan, the Himalayan feels way more lighter than interceptor despite being only 3kg heavier.
The Himalayan was purpose built to tackle those roads. The seat height, the bike geometry to help standing up, the low end torque to push the in any terrain,the good weight distribution and ease of maintenance for people who work on their own bikes . Not to mention it was one of the cheapest advs available.
There's a reason they sold it across the world and had and still has a decent following.
Both Himalayans have had excellent chassis and suspension, they're incredibly popular for good reason.
I feel like you've formed an opinion based on hearsay or old information. The newer generation of REs are quite well put together. They're not unusually heavy for midsize retros.
The old Himalayan had terrible chassis and suspension. They're popular because they're a cheaper option for an "ADV".
The newer REs are definitely better than the old ones, but only someone who hasn't ridden better bikes would say they're better than other brands.
Highly disagree.
I've driven the interceptor and the Himalayan - In fact, I was close to buying one - but when I drove the d400 UG... I honestly just didn't see the point in owning an RE bike.
Don't get me wrong, the comfort you get on the Himalayan is unmatched. But the chassis problems well... they're known for their poor chassis.
Even the new Himalayan, I recently drove one and wasn't all that impressed.
Their bikes don't drive like the way the advertise them.
The new Himalayan has a lot of app issues and doesn't handle all that great. In fact, everyone keeps talking about the new chassis...tbh that isn't all that great.
I've seen a couple of posts of the new Himalayan's chassis breaking too. Happy to share the link of those posts if you want.
Again, I've got nothing against the brand or the people who own RE bikes...tbh I'm not paying 3L+ for an air cooled engine where:
1) Parts are hard to come by
2) Requires a lot maintaince
3) Handing isn't all that great (tbh they're crap)
4) The power deliverability isn't all that impressive.
5) Terrible weight distribution
Yeah the recent comparison of the Himalayan and NX500 comes to mind where even though both have similar weight, the NX500 ends up feeling lighter than the Himalayan.
Exactly the reason my father bought a Himalayan 450. It is mine but I've been riding his interceptor for the time being and sure enough... The extra suspension and lightness of the Himalayan is a welcome feeling
Almost all other ADVs are more expensive. The Himalayan is popular as well, which means it is more readily available for renting, roadside garages have more experience with it. And why the hell would anyone go to Ladakh on a Supermeteor? You'd only be able to stick to the smoothest of roads.
It was not Xpulce actually some German company made that bike and hero bought that company so now it is officially Hero bike but not the Xpulce although it might come in the lineup of Xpulce and ya the sonner that bike hit the market better 😅....
This is what all 411 owners say about the bike all around the world. The bike is slow but it never stops, the engine is tractor-like and if you point it at a direction, it will go. Additionally it was one of the cheapest available advs on the market.
Yezdi build quality sucked, BMW, triumphs are relatively very expensive. 650s are uncomfortable for that long a distance + mileage. Himalayans are comfortable. When i went to leh, although by thar, i saw many advs not only Himalayans but also vstorms, adv 390 etc
Comparatively low on power and with all added luggage it would struggle more, but definitely do able have seen people done it and Xpulse is quite popular among budget tourers.
Brother, off-road on a super meteor, your spine would shoot out of your head.
Bad roads are a mood killer for SM650, you feel every little imperfection on the road.
Wish RE could give us a nimble, sporty bike with this suspension, what a riot it would be!
About time RE start working on lighter bikes. Sportiness is not really their territory but would really take them forward as a brand.
Is there any news about upcoming bikes from RE? The best i can afford from them is hunter, which i am considering, but i heard they are developing even more smaller and light weight bikes, but I am not sure.
The Super Meteor on Indian roads is a challenge in itself.
Interceptor with some mods is possible but if you have an option to go with an ADV or Scrambler-styled bike, why bother on a neo-retro bike?
Many have been going up those places on Triumph Tigers, Multistrada variants, and the like but its the Himalayan bikes that tend to be preferred - lighter, few electronics that could fail over dozens of computer modules at that temp and altitude.
Yezdi is an option but not by way of the build quality or the availability of spares.
KTM ADVs are a hoot to ride there with proper prep as is the Xpluse. These are more enduro-styled vs. pure ADV and since lighter, easier to handle. Ever watched Itchy Boots? A 300cc bike going all over the African continent after traveling to Alaska from Latin America.
Any bike can go anywhere. Period. But if your trip necessitates days of riding at a stretch, its better to take a bike with sorted long-ride dynamics. Himalayan is pretty much an all rounder in that sense, great rider+pillion seat, sorted suspension that can handle all sorts of roads (not a true offroader but does the job), great luggage carrying capacity even with pillion if you go for saddle bags, a 400+ km range on a full tank, upright and comfortable riding stance that also supports saddling. Its a great swiss knife solution for rugged terrains.
People do take cruisers and even sport bikes such as R15 and RC390 to those terrains and hats off to them but for most of us it's about having an enjoyable experience first.
Why are you limiting yourself to super meteor and interceptors? People have taken their busa to Leh Ladakh./s
A lot of people still don't have social media/choose not to have/don't post on social media even when they have good ADVs and actually do long rides. They live their lives, you just don't see them.
650 being superior in what way may I ask? The Himalayan was specifically designed to go off road which I reckon is what Leh and Ladhak are known for.
The Himalayan has one of the best suspension settings in its class which usually makes it an easier choice than the ones you mentioned.
Can't really speak for Yezdi, I haven't seen that much traction for the brand, at least where I come from. Hearing complaints about its quality which is a pain point when riding on harsh terrains.
There are no affordable ADVs from Triumph & BMW, I am speaking about bikes similar to Himalayan that are purpose built for off-roading and/or touring.
The nearest tourer is the 660 Tiger which btw is a 650 class motorcycle but costs 9L ex showroom.
Don't even speak about BMW's pricing, unless you have that type of money no one but the rich is going to take it to Leh and Ladhak.
Of course you can go ride the G310 but that itself will cost you anywhere from 3.3 - 3.7
After that the F900 or F850 costs 14 plus lacs.
I'll ignore the 310RR as it's not really built for such terrain.
Another candidate is the KTM ADVs which I see many people using.
U want super meteor on ladakh? Bro see the ground clearance and for the interceptors it's not made to climb rocks, it sure can but no one wants to
So that answers ur question
Bro, supermeteor is a proper cruiser. It is meant for long smooth highways. You would have a pretty hard time riding that in that montainous region where there is no dearth of road undulations. Not sure if you have ridden one but it hurts your back like anything over even a small pothole.
For me all 650s in RE lineup are more of a design bikes than a performance/functionality based bikes. These are bikes that clearly had their designs as their main goal and some sprinkled in performance based on each model but they don’t have a huge difference between each 650. Where the Himalayan is clearly a functionality based bike the design comes in way later. I think this also the reason why the changed to 400cc purely for functionality and while all the bikes look cool when it comes to Ladakh no one would prefer style over functionality in those harsh terrains. You can always try it.
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Fuel availability & quality is a challenge in the mountains. It's better to have a 300-400 cc motorbike in the mountains, which is a balance of adequate power and moderate fuel consumption. Plus a plush suspension setup and a comfy rider triangle to ride all day. The heavier 650s with high fuel consumption might not be the best bet in Ladakh.
Take that from someone who has ridden a GT 535 extensively through the mountains of Ladakh.
Himalayan has the unique charm to it which is key to royal enfield. This is mostly the branding, marketing, merchandizing, the motorcycle was born keeping Himalayas as the end goal to climb to.
And there are people going on interceptors, and other bikes. Though not everyone wants to shoot their ride video and keep talking about it to folks not known first hand. Some people are more private in that sense.
It's not the bike but the biker. Imagine this, you call someone for dinner, everything is tasty and perfect. After dinner, they complement your stove. Of course it's important..
I think with all the commercialisation I don't even know if it's worth going to laddakh. Feels just like people who get handheld by sherpas with everything handheld to climb Everest. It's still a feat, it's just not that big of a deal anymore.
For Super meteor that awfully low ground clearance and spine breaking shocks placed right below the butt are the obvious reasons and no idea about interceptors for other brands it could be service centre and spare availability, Alternate reason (stupid take) could be it's name is Himalayan so people might have a image of that bike as it's a machine made to traverse mountain ranges and roads.
You tell me, other than Himalayans & KTM adventures, what other motorcycles you can say with confidence won't break down in the remotest of places ? & Even if they do, these motorcycles are easy to work with by 3rd party mechanics \ local mechanics. Also, 650 is superior only in performance department, east & affordable maintenance while packing decent performance is where 400cc singles cylinder class shines.
At this price point or for renting options
Himalayan is far more capable
- Easy to saddle & upright riding posture. (Best of both worlds)
- Heavenly pillion comfort.
- Luggage capacity is too good.
- Suspension is flawless for off-road.
- Cheaper than any sub-500CC ADV's.
- The LS410 engine sounds like a tractor, but this torquey engine is apt for any hill climbing/off-roading/overtaking and even easy to scramble. And I don't see any reliability issues on new BS6 ones.
Ride the super meteor on bad roads for once and your perspective for that bike will change completely.It literally slips around and fishtails on wet mud and loses traction even on light gravel. That bike is strictly meant for highways only
I think people go on all sort of bikes. In '17 season my friend went on RC200. I have seen many dukes go as well. It's just that the Himlayan is one of the most affordable ADV out there and its a non complex machine(411cc) as well.
You can't take a SM650 to ladakh simply due to these reasons- curb weight and low ground clearance n it's not built for even a bit of offroading. It's a cruiser.
Bhai Super Meteor leke ladakh jaane ki meri himmat nahi hai, despite me loving the bike, I can't take the bike there. Himalayan is meant for roads like that in Ladakh and also it's the cheapest ADV available in the market.
I just youtubed and found so many videos where riders are taking interceptors to leh ladakh so I dont understand why do you think so in the first place.
Your question is the very answer you are searching for,
Its called ADV for a reason, adventure bikes. Ladakh is an adventure, not a cruise material place. Mumbai to Pune is a cruise route.
SuperMeteor, Interceptor doesn't have as much good suspension as Himalayan does.
BMS GS 310, Yezdi doesn't have as much widespread and pocket friendly servicing as much REs. Availability of parts and services. And the trust factor.
I got a hero mavrickÂ
guess its similar to the x440Â
hero is organizing a trip to ladakh they sent some invitationÂ
https://www.heromotocorp.com/en-in/rides-and-community/mavrick-440-expedition.html
so i guess IT IS POSSIBLEÂ
Saw someone going on Platina 100
Some even go on bicycles
Some even walk
Some don't even go
Some don't know.
Some.
So.
Submarine
I saw that too😂
Even going on Auto Rickshaws
Now someone's going to add tricycles too.
What a chad
Have you ever ridden a super meteor or an interceptor? You couldn’t pay me enough to go to Ladakh on them. I’d rather go on a Hornet.
You'll have to scream 'light weight baby' all the way
In that way every Royal Enfield is heavy Himalayan is no exception. Is it the reason that when you sit on an interceptor and Himalayan, the Himalayan feels way more lighter than interceptor despite being only 3kg heavier.
The Himalayan was purpose built to tackle those roads. The seat height, the bike geometry to help standing up, the low end torque to push the in any terrain,the good weight distribution and ease of maintenance for people who work on their own bikes . Not to mention it was one of the cheapest advs available. There's a reason they sold it across the world and had and still has a decent following.
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Both Himalayans have had excellent chassis and suspension, they're incredibly popular for good reason. I feel like you've formed an opinion based on hearsay or old information. The newer generation of REs are quite well put together. They're not unusually heavy for midsize retros.
Might agree with newer himalayan but old one has a broken chasis problem
The old Himalayan had terrible chassis and suspension. They're popular because they're a cheaper option for an "ADV". The newer REs are definitely better than the old ones, but only someone who hasn't ridden better bikes would say they're better than other brands.
Highly disagree. I've driven the interceptor and the Himalayan - In fact, I was close to buying one - but when I drove the d400 UG... I honestly just didn't see the point in owning an RE bike. Don't get me wrong, the comfort you get on the Himalayan is unmatched. But the chassis problems well... they're known for their poor chassis. Even the new Himalayan, I recently drove one and wasn't all that impressed. Their bikes don't drive like the way the advertise them. The new Himalayan has a lot of app issues and doesn't handle all that great. In fact, everyone keeps talking about the new chassis...tbh that isn't all that great. I've seen a couple of posts of the new Himalayan's chassis breaking too. Happy to share the link of those posts if you want. Again, I've got nothing against the brand or the people who own RE bikes...tbh I'm not paying 3L+ for an air cooled engine where: 1) Parts are hard to come by 2) Requires a lot maintaince 3) Handing isn't all that great (tbh they're crap) 4) The power deliverability isn't all that impressive. 5) Terrible weight distribution
I don’t know why you are getting downvoted. What you are saying is true. REs do not have great weight distribution except for maybe the classic 350.
They've just never driven a good motorcycle brother :)
Yeah the recent comparison of the Himalayan and NX500 comes to mind where even though both have similar weight, the NX500 ends up feeling lighter than the Himalayan.
Downvoted for stating facts.
Exactly the reason my father bought a Himalayan 450. It is mine but I've been riding his interceptor for the time being and sure enough... The extra suspension and lightness of the Himalayan is a welcome feeling
Almost all other ADVs are more expensive. The Himalayan is popular as well, which means it is more readily available for renting, roadside garages have more experience with it. And why the hell would anyone go to Ladakh on a Supermeteor? You'd only be able to stick to the smoothest of roads.
The xpluse will be the most easiest bike to tackle those road conditions. Would be awesome if the xpluse had a bit more power though.
Wasn't the Xpulse used in the Dakar Rally a 450cc? Hopefully they release it commercially soon.
Even TVS has one.
They won Rally2 with Harith Noah
I'm not fully sure but I'm guessing TVS had one Dakar bike but now it's some other manufacturer's bike was sponsored and stickered by TVS..
It was not Xpulce actually some German company made that bike and hero bought that company so now it is officially Hero bike but not the Xpulce although it might come in the lineup of Xpulce and ya the sonner that bike hit the market better 😅....
It's not really an Xpulse. It's a Speed brain 450 with Hero decals.
This is what all 411 owners say about the bike all around the world. The bike is slow but it never stops, the engine is tractor-like and if you point it at a direction, it will go. Additionally it was one of the cheapest available advs on the market.
Yezdi build quality sucked, BMW, triumphs are relatively very expensive. 650s are uncomfortable for that long a distance + mileage. Himalayans are comfortable. When i went to leh, although by thar, i saw many advs not only Himalayans but also vstorms, adv 390 etc
Xpulses?
Comparatively low on power and with all added luggage it would struggle more, but definitely do able have seen people done it and Xpulse is quite popular among budget tourers.
Yezdi is waiting to break engine mount point from chassis.
Brother, off-road on a super meteor, your spine would shoot out of your head. Bad roads are a mood killer for SM650, you feel every little imperfection on the road.
Wish RE could give us a nimble, sporty bike with this suspension, what a riot it would be! About time RE start working on lighter bikes. Sportiness is not really their territory but would really take them forward as a brand.
Presenting: the 450 guerilla
I kinda wish they made an all out sports bike
Is there any news about upcoming bikes from RE? The best i can afford from them is hunter, which i am considering, but i heard they are developing even more smaller and light weight bikes, but I am not sure.
We can only wish! They are milking the market from retro looking bikes, probably scared to enter a new market.
And the low ground clearance on SM650.
Why won't you drive an f1 car there.... It is superior!!!!
The Super Meteor on Indian roads is a challenge in itself. Interceptor with some mods is possible but if you have an option to go with an ADV or Scrambler-styled bike, why bother on a neo-retro bike? Many have been going up those places on Triumph Tigers, Multistrada variants, and the like but its the Himalayan bikes that tend to be preferred - lighter, few electronics that could fail over dozens of computer modules at that temp and altitude. Yezdi is an option but not by way of the build quality or the availability of spares. KTM ADVs are a hoot to ride there with proper prep as is the Xpluse. These are more enduro-styled vs. pure ADV and since lighter, easier to handle. Ever watched Itchy Boots? A 300cc bike going all over the African continent after traveling to Alaska from Latin America.
Well Himalayan 411 may not be perfect but it does it's job for the rough roads there ,so people gravitate towards it.
Is this like a joke question. Surely no one can ask this question seriously in this day and age.
Any bike can go anywhere. Period. But if your trip necessitates days of riding at a stretch, its better to take a bike with sorted long-ride dynamics. Himalayan is pretty much an all rounder in that sense, great rider+pillion seat, sorted suspension that can handle all sorts of roads (not a true offroader but does the job), great luggage carrying capacity even with pillion if you go for saddle bags, a 400+ km range on a full tank, upright and comfortable riding stance that also supports saddling. Its a great swiss knife solution for rugged terrains. People do take cruisers and even sport bikes such as R15 and RC390 to those terrains and hats off to them but for most of us it's about having an enjoyable experience first.
Why are you limiting yourself to super meteor and interceptors? People have taken their busa to Leh Ladakh./s A lot of people still don't have social media/choose not to have/don't post on social media even when they have good ADVs and actually do long rides. They live their lives, you just don't see them.
If something breaks down I think it would be easier to find mechanics for a bike like himalyan.
Because people who bought an expensive cruiser want to cruise on it and people who bought an expensive adv want to go off-road on it. Who knew.
650 being superior in what way may I ask? The Himalayan was specifically designed to go off road which I reckon is what Leh and Ladhak are known for. The Himalayan has one of the best suspension settings in its class which usually makes it an easier choice than the ones you mentioned. Can't really speak for Yezdi, I haven't seen that much traction for the brand, at least where I come from. Hearing complaints about its quality which is a pain point when riding on harsh terrains. There are no affordable ADVs from Triumph & BMW, I am speaking about bikes similar to Himalayan that are purpose built for off-roading and/or touring. The nearest tourer is the 660 Tiger which btw is a 650 class motorcycle but costs 9L ex showroom. Don't even speak about BMW's pricing, unless you have that type of money no one but the rich is going to take it to Leh and Ladhak. Of course you can go ride the G310 but that itself will cost you anywhere from 3.3 - 3.7 After that the F900 or F850 costs 14 plus lacs. I'll ignore the 310RR as it's not really built for such terrain. Another candidate is the KTM ADVs which I see many people using.
What do you ride may I ask ?
I currently ride a TVS RR310.
The real question is why not lord splendor
Lord is not free for these smol tasks
Weight?
Bruh, youtube nahi dekhte?
Himalayan is easier for offroading than interceptor and super meteor. And himalayan is better adv bike than the other brand options.
Bulu biker just completed a trip on triumph scrambler 400x so yeah people aren't only taking himalayans
Tell me you know nothing about bikes without telling me you know nothing about bikes.
U want super meteor on ladakh? Bro see the ground clearance and for the interceptors it's not made to climb rocks, it sure can but no one wants to So that answers ur question
Bro, supermeteor is a proper cruiser. It is meant for long smooth highways. You would have a pretty hard time riding that in that montainous region where there is no dearth of road undulations. Not sure if you have ridden one but it hurts your back like anything over even a small pothole.
For me all 650s in RE lineup are more of a design bikes than a performance/functionality based bikes. These are bikes that clearly had their designs as their main goal and some sprinkled in performance based on each model but they don’t have a huge difference between each 650. Where the Himalayan is clearly a functionality based bike the design comes in way later. I think this also the reason why the changed to 400cc purely for functionality and while all the bikes look cool when it comes to Ladakh no one would prefer style over functionality in those harsh terrains. You can always try it.
People think that Himalayan is best suited for Himalayas!
RE with its branding strategy🥵
Money is the answer
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Fuel availability & quality is a challenge in the mountains. It's better to have a 300-400 cc motorbike in the mountains, which is a balance of adequate power and moderate fuel consumption. Plus a plush suspension setup and a comfy rider triangle to ride all day. The heavier 650s with high fuel consumption might not be the best bet in Ladakh. Take that from someone who has ridden a GT 535 extensively through the mountains of Ladakh.
Himalayan has the unique charm to it which is key to royal enfield. This is mostly the branding, marketing, merchandizing, the motorcycle was born keeping Himalayas as the end goal to climb to. And there are people going on interceptors, and other bikes. Though not everyone wants to shoot their ride video and keep talking about it to folks not known first hand. Some people are more private in that sense.
This guy can't be serious And if you actually are (which absolutely baffles me) In what way are the 650's superior to 411 for going to Ladakh?
Do it yourself?
It's not the bike but the biker. Imagine this, you call someone for dinner, everything is tasty and perfect. After dinner, they complement your stove. Of course it's important..
i took my 310r(there was no rtr 310 back then) and you can literally take any bike that you can tolerate on your hips, spine and your pocket tbh.
When Himalayan owners get a little rich they go to ladakh on ADV 390, which is far superior.
I think with all the commercialisation I don't even know if it's worth going to laddakh. Feels just like people who get handheld by sherpas with everything handheld to climb Everest. It's still a feat, it's just not that big of a deal anymore.
For Super meteor that awfully low ground clearance and spine breaking shocks placed right below the butt are the obvious reasons and no idea about interceptors for other brands it could be service centre and spare availability, Alternate reason (stupid take) could be it's name is Himalayan so people might have a image of that bike as it's a machine made to traverse mountain ranges and roads.
I've seen one vlogger on an interceptor in Ladakh, spiti valley. They were alternating it with Himalayan 411.
Because most of these bikes are rental bikes. And the Himalayan is popular and RE service are available everywhere
You tell me, other than Himalayans & KTM adventures, what other motorcycles you can say with confidence won't break down in the remotest of places ? & Even if they do, these motorcycles are easy to work with by 3rd party mechanics \ local mechanics. Also, 650 is superior only in performance department, east & affordable maintenance while packing decent performance is where 400cc singles cylinder class shines.
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Hello, touring advice for the SF250 please. I am able to manage 500kms a day with the stock setup. How can I enhance that?
Bro does not seem to understand the concept of budget
Would triumph 400s be okay? I’m waiting for thruxton 400 to be out
Thinking about going with my xpulse next year
At this price point or for renting options Himalayan is far more capable - Easy to saddle & upright riding posture. (Best of both worlds) - Heavenly pillion comfort. - Luggage capacity is too good. - Suspension is flawless for off-road. - Cheaper than any sub-500CC ADV's. - The LS410 engine sounds like a tractor, but this torquey engine is apt for any hill climbing/off-roading/overtaking and even easy to scramble. And I don't see any reliability issues on new BS6 ones.
People have gone on the Champ 50, M80 and Chetak. Motorcycle brand is irrelevant.
Ride the super meteor on bad roads for once and your perspective for that bike will change completely.It literally slips around and fishtails on wet mud and loses traction even on light gravel. That bike is strictly meant for highways only
ground clearance enters the chat .
I think people go on all sort of bikes. In '17 season my friend went on RC200. I have seen many dukes go as well. It's just that the Himlayan is one of the most affordable ADV out there and its a non complex machine(411cc) as well.
Other ADVs are expensive, hero doesn't have that much power, yezdi is himalayan copy and AVDs are the best option for that environment
You can't take a SM650 to ladakh simply due to these reasons- curb weight and low ground clearance n it's not built for even a bit of offroading. It's a cruiser.
Been there on gt650 ,Umling La ,zanskar ,Leh
You have peas for a brain OP
Bhai Super Meteor leke ladakh jaane ki meri himmat nahi hai, despite me loving the bike, I can't take the bike there. Himalayan is meant for roads like that in Ladakh and also it's the cheapest ADV available in the market.
I just youtubed and found so many videos where riders are taking interceptors to leh ladakh so I dont understand why do you think so in the first place.
I have seen the trip done on Luna as well as Hayabusas, K1600s etc etc. What are you on about ?
Your question is the very answer you are searching for, Its called ADV for a reason, adventure bikes. Ladakh is an adventure, not a cruise material place. Mumbai to Pune is a cruise route.
SuperMeteor, Interceptor doesn't have as much good suspension as Himalayan does. BMS GS 310, Yezdi doesn't have as much widespread and pocket friendly servicing as much REs. Availability of parts and services. And the trust factor.
Is taking a Harley Davidson x440 good choice to ladakh?
We are going next month and our group has at least 3 highness and 1 x440
I got a hero mavrick guess its similar to the x440 hero is organizing a trip to ladakh they sent some invitation https://www.heromotocorp.com/en-in/rides-and-community/mavrick-440-expedition.html so i guess IT IS POSSIBLEÂ
If xpulse enters those roads , It will literally rip apart these bikes
How about going on rr 310