Farewell, my faithful steed.

This weekend, I have finally let my beloved Royal Enfield Himalayan go. While it was not an easy decision, for once it wasn’t so much driven in the interest of economy.

*The Himmy on its way out from my parking lot for the last time*

I may have found a good owner for it, as time will tell. The decision to put the bike up for sale was a slow one. I was finding days to devote to motorcycling, few and far between, what with work and home commitments taking centre stage.

As I got more comfortable with the bulk, comfort and performance of the Morini, the Himalayan was getting sidelined as a choice of motorcycle on weekend rides. Moreover, a punishing commute to the busiest part of town, hampered by construction of the new Metro transit system, discouraged the use of either motorcycle for full week commutes.

To have two able horses in the stable and not use them effectively, is criminal. Hence decision to let go.

I’ll sorely miss the Himalayan but will fondly remember times spent with it.

This also marks the end to my considerably long association (13 years) with Royal Enfield, first while owning a Royal Enfield Bullet Classic 500 and then the Himalayan. I may not be done completely with RE though– some promising new launches on the next two years may prompt me to empty my pockets once more! 😀