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Honda CRF250L vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 14, 2026

At a glance
Honda CRF250LRoyal Enfield Himalayan 450
Ex-showroom priceRs 12.91 lakh – Rs 15.91 lakhRs 10.13 lakh – Rs 10.8 lakh
Fuelpetrolpetrol
Variants on sale39
DistributorSyakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd.Alpha Automotive Pvt. Ltd.
Variant-wise prices (July 14, 2026)

Honda CRF250L

CRF 250L Rallyरु 15,90,900
CRF 250Lरु 12,90,900
CRF 250 LAHरु 12,90,900

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

New Topरु 10,46,000
New Baseरु 10,13,000
New Midरु 10,18,000
Kaza Brownरु 10,13,000
Slate Poppy Blueरु 10,18,000
Slate Saltरु 10,18,000
Kamet Whiteरु 10,46,000
Hanle Blackरु 10,59,000

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Specifications — CRF250L CRF 250L vs Himalayan 450 New Top
CategoryHonda CRF250LRoyal Enfield Himalayan 450
Battery & Range
  • Fuel tank capacity 7.8L
  • Claimed mileage not disclosed officially (As of: 14/07/2026)
  • Fuel tank capacity 17 litres
  • Mileage not disclosed officially (As of: 14/07/2026)
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • 249.6cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC single-cylinder engine
  • Max power 24 HP (18.2kW) @ 8500rpm
  • Max torque 22.6Nm @ 6750rpm
  • Electric self-starter only, no kick-start
  • Manual gearbox, likely 6-speed; exact figure not disclosed officially (As of: 14/07/2026)
  • 452cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled Sherpa 450 engine
  • Approx 40 PS @ 8000 rpm
  • 6-speed gearbox with slipper clutch
  • Chain drive to rear wheel
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Wheelbase 1429mm
  • Ground clearance 211mm
  • Wheelbase 1510 mm
  • Ground clearance 224 mm
Dimensions
  • Length 2195mm
  • Width 815mm
  • Height 1195mm
  • Seat height 875mm
  • Kerb weight 146kg
  • Length 2245 mm, width 852 mm, height 1316 mm
  • Kerb weight 196 kg (90% fuel, oil)
  • Seat height adjustable 825–845 mm, low seat 805–825 mm
Cargo
  • Underseat storage not highlighted; effectively negligible
  • Underseat storage not disclosed officially (As of: 14/07/2026)
  • Rear luggage rack present on standard bike
Comfort & Interior
  • Tall off-road style seat suited for dual-sport riding
  • Upright riding position with wide handlebars
  • Long-travel suspension; exact travel not disclosed officially (As of: 14/07/2026)
  • Adjustable seat height with standard and low seat options
  • Long-travel suspension front and rear for comfort
  • Upright riding ergonomics for touring
Infotainment & Convenience
  • Basic digital instrument cluster; detailed features not disclosed officially (As of: 14/07/2026)
  • No mention of smartphone connectivity or advanced infotainment
  • Full-digital TFT display with ride information
  • Navigation support via smartphone connectivity
  • USB charging not disclosed officially (As of: 14/07/2026)
Safety
  • Front and rear disc brakes; sizes not disclosed officially
  • ABS presence not clearly disclosed officially (As of: 14/07/2026)
  • Dual-purpose tyres for mixed on/off-road grip
  • Dual-channel ABS
  • Disc brakes front and rear
  • Switchable rear ABS not disclosed officially (As of: 14/07/2026)
Design & Exterior
  • Enduro/off-road dual-sport design inspired by Honda CRF range
  • High-mounted front mudguard and long-travel suspension
  • Slim bodywork with motocross-style seat
  • Likely offered in Honda Extreme Red; color list not disclosed officially (As of: 14/07/2026)
  • Adventure-style bodywork with tall windscreen
  • Spoke wheels with off-road tyres
  • Top variant likely corresponds to Summit/Pass-style trims abroad
Sales & Imports
  • Imported and sold officially in Nepal via Syakar Trading network
  • Positioned as premium dual-sport motorcycle in Honda Nepal lineup
  • No official sales volume or import numbers disclosed (As of: 14/07/2026)
  • Officially listed for Nepal with price NPR 10,46,000*
  • Imported and sold via authorised Royal Enfield Nepal dealerships
  • Asterisk on price implies on-road or indicative pricing
Value for Money Verdict
  • Premium pricing around NPR 12.9 lakh on-road for 250cc dual-sport
  • Strong off-road capability for price, limited urban practicality
  • Highest-priced Nepal Himalayan 450 trim, likely best-equipped
  • Price still attractive versus larger adventure-tourers
Pros
  • Capable 249.6cc DOHC engine with decent power output
  • Good ground clearance 211mm for trails and bad roads
  • Relatively light kerb weight 146kg for off-road use
  • Honda reliability and service support in Nepal
  • Shares full Sherpa 450 performance and adventure hardware
  • Likely more premium colours or accessories bundled
  • Strong capability for long-distance touring in Nepal
Cons
  • Seat height ~875mm makes it challenging for shorter riders
  • Fuel tank only 7.8L limits touring range
  • Premium price vs more road-focused 250cc alternatives
  • Infotainment and convenience features very basic (As of: 14/07/2026)
  • Exact Nepal feature list vs Mid/Base not broken down
  • Fuel efficiency figures not disclosed officially (As of: 14/07/2026)
  • Underseat storage and detailed comfort equipment undisclosed (As of: 14/07/2026)

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Honda CRF250L or Royal Enfield Himalayan 450?

As of July 2026, the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 starts at Rs 10.13 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 2.78 lakh less than the Honda CRF250L at Rs 12.91 lakh.

What is the price of the Honda CRF250L and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 in Nepal?

The Honda CRF250L costs Rs 12.91 lakh to Rs 15.91 lakh and the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 costs Rs 10.13 lakh to Rs 10.8 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Honda CRF250L or the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450?

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