My 2022 RE Himalayan: Second service & other updates at 4100 kms

I have also noticed that there is an extremely wide use of chain lube by the RE technicians for multiple purposes. I have no idea whether this is good or not.

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Update: Second service and switch to Motul.

Hello All,

I had the second service done today at 4100 odd kms. It was a fairly basic service, but nevertheless decided to document it. I had booked an appointment for the 9am slot at the Company Service Centre at BTM layout. I reached at 8:25 am and there were two people already waiting:

No sign of life when I arrived.

The technician, Mr Ashwath arrived at 9 am and I promptly told him the problems I had and he took the vehicle inward immediately. Considering I didn't want to come back to collect the bike later as I didn't live nearby, I decided to wait.

Ashwath told me that I can watch my bike being serviced but the technician, who seemed like a senior person didn't like me watching as he said "customers in the service bay will cause a jam" although there wasn't really a big crowd today surprisingly. nevertheless I stood at the doorway the entire time and watched him perform the service. I had only two complaints, firstly, that the rear brake felt a little weak and secondly, that the infamous "tik tik" noise had creeped up. Ashwath told me that the noise is normal and I needn't worry about it.

The following procedures were done:

• Chain Cleaning and Lubing.
• Air Filter Cleaning.
• Brake Pad Removal and Cleaning (Front and Rear).
• Electronics Bay Cleaning.
• T Stem Greasing (Although they just removed the cap and shoved some grease in there, followed by some chain lube).
• Oil Top Up.
• Washing (I specifically asked them to exclude polishing. If you had read my post about the first service, you'd know its an abysmal waste of money).

I have also noticed that there is an extremely wide use of chain lube by the technicians for multiple purposes. Not just at this SVC but even the Electronic City SVC I had visited before. They use it to clean panels, remove dirt, lube the chain and so on! I have no idea whether this is good or not, other members please advise.

The whole affair was done by 11:30 am and it cost me Rs. 416. I'll attach the invoice below:

This was one of the reasons why I chose the Himalayan, cheap and easy maintenance. The SVC was above average and definitely miles ahead of the E City SVC and I'd recommend fellow RE Owners to try it out.

The switch to Motul engine oil:

Royal Enfield uses 15W50 Liquid Gun, Semi Synthetic Oil for the Himalayan. However, because of the excellent reviews of the Motul 5100, I decided to give it a go. Dropped by HTRZ Mods which was nearby and picked up a couple of cans for Rs. 630 a piece.

The oil change process on the Himalayan is a simple affair. Here are the items you'll need:

• 22mm Spanner/ Ratchet Wrench.
• 8mm T Spanner.
• A small pair of pliers (Not necessary but will help keep your hands cleaner).
• A Large Tray/Pan.
• WD40 to clean parts.
• A Funnel.
• Old Rags.

You will also have to pick up a new Oil filter. You can get it at RE SVCs for Rs. 99.

New filter.

RE Claims that its oil lasts 10k kms. I don't buy that at all. After only 4100kms the oil looked like this and had the consistency of water:

The internal mesh filter however was clean and hadn't caught any debris:

I cleaned it with WD40 and put it back. The disposable paper filter had seen hell. Was full of muck when I pulled it out:

I cleaned everything out, popped in a new filter and filled up 2Litres of the new oil:

Let the bike idle for a couple minutes to check for leaks and took it for a short spin, felt much smoother. It should last for another 4k-5k kms, which is approximately when the 3rd service will be for me so will ppst a long term review later!

That's all for today folks, cheers!

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