Himalayan 450 Base vs GSX-8R GSX-8R Standard

Compare selected variants side by side across prices, specifications, and features.

Cheaper to buy

Himalayan 450 Base

₹3.38 Lakh

More powerful

GSX-8R GSX-8R Standard

81.8 bhp

Better power-to-weight

GSX-8R GSX-8R Standard

399 bhp/tonne

Lighter

Himalayan 450 Base

196 kg

Cheaper to run

Himalayan 450 Base

₹3.62/km

Royal Enfield Himalayan

Royal Enfield Himalayan

450 Base

₹3.08 Lakh

Suzuki GSX-8R

Suzuki GSX-8R

GSX-8R Standard

₹9.91 Lakh

Price & Ownership
Ex-Showroom Price ₹3.08 Lakh₹9.91 Lakh
On-Road Price (Balrampur) ₹3.38 Lakh (est.)₹10.62 Lakh (est.)
EMI (per month) ₹8,664₹27,205
Running Cost ₹3.62/km₹4.41/km
At a Glance
Fuel Type PetrolPetrol
Transmission ManualManual
Body Type AdventureSport
Availability On saleOn sale
Colours Hanle Black Kamet White Kaza Brown Mana Black Salte Himalayan Salt Slate Poppy Blue Metallic Matt Black Metallic Matt Sword Silver Metallic Triton Blue
Engine & Performance
Engine 452 cc776 cc
Power 39.47 bhp81.80 bhp
Torque 40.00 Nm78.00 Nm
Power-to-Weight 201.4 bhp/tonne399.0 bhp/tonne
Torque-to-Weight 204.1 Nm/tonne380.5 Nm/tonne
Top Speed 165 kmph--
Fuel & Efficiency
Mileage 29.00 kmpl23.80 kmpl
Fuel Tank 17.00 litres14.00 litres
Range on a Full Tank 493 km333 km
Dimensions & Weight
Kerb Weight 196 kg205 kg
Seat Height 825 mm810 mm
Ground Clearance 230 mm145 mm
Engine
Engine Type 1 Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, 4 Valves2 Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, 4 Valves
Bore x Stroke 84 mm x 81.5 mm84 mm x 70 mm
Compression Ratio 11.5:112.8:1
Spark Plugs 1 Per Cylinder2 Per Cylinder
Emission Standard BS6 Phase 2BBS6 Phase 2B
Performance
Mileage - Owner Reported 30 kmplNot listed
Riding Range 493 km333 km
Riding Modes YesMode A, Mode B and Mode C
Max Power Not listed81.8 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque Not listed78 Nm @ 6800 rpm
Electricals
Battery 12V, 8AhNot listed
Headlight LED HeadlampNot listed
DRLs YesNot listed
Brake/Tail Light LEDNot listed
Turn Signal LEDNot listed
Hazard Warning Lights YesNot listed
Start Type Not listedSelf Start
Silencer Cover Not listedYes
Kill Switch Not listedYes
Ride by Wire Not listedYes
USB Charging Port Not listedNo
Cruise Control Not listedNot Available
Transmission
Transmission Type 6 Speed ManualChain Drive
Drive Type Chain DriveNot listed
Gear Shifting Pattern 1 Down 5 Up1 Down 5 Up
Clutch Assist And Slipper ClutchAssist And Slipper Clutch
Transmission Not listed6 Speed Manual
Brakes
Braking System Switchable ABSDual Channel ABS
Front Brake Disc, 320 mm, 2 piston caliperDisc, 310 mm, 4 piston caliper
Rear Brake Disc, 270 mm, 1 piston caliperDisc, 1 piston caliper
Brakes and Wheels Disc Brakes, Spoke WheelsNot listed
Suspension
Front Suspension Upside Down Fork, 43mmSHOWA Inverted Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Rear Suspension Linkage Type MonoshockSHOWA link type, Mono Shock, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster NoNo
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster YesYes
Wheels & Tyres
Wheel Type SpokeAlloy
Wheel Size Front - 21 inch, Rear - 17 inchFront - 17 inch, Rear - 17 inch
Tyre Size Front - 90/90 - 21, Rear - 140/80 - R17Front - 120/70 - ZR17, Rear - 180/55 - ZR17
Tyre Type TubedTubeless
Tyre Pressure (Rider Only) Front - 32 psi, Rear - 32 psiNot listed
Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) Front - 32 psi, Rear - 32 psiNot listed
Chassis
Chassis Type Steel, Twin Spar Tubular FrameNot listed
Dimensions
Reserve Fuel Capacity 3.4 litres2.1 litres
Overall Dimensions (LxWxH) 2245 mm x 852 mm x 1316 mmNot listed
Wheelbase 1510 mm1465 mm
Overall Dimensions Not listed2155 mm x 770 mm x 1135 mm
Seat & Storage
Pillion Seat Split SeatStepped Seat
Under Seat Storage NoNo
Pillion Comfort Footrest, Grab railFootrest, Grab rail
Instrument Cluster
Instrument Console 4 inch TFT Display with Brightness Control5 inch TFT Display with Brightness Control
Mobile Phone Connectivity BluetoothNo
GPS & Navigation Map NavigationNo
Speedometer DigitalDigital
Odometer DigitalDigital
Fuel Gauge DigitalDigital
Average Fuel Consumption YesNot listed
Real Time Mileage Indicator YesNot listed
Distance to Empty YesNot listed
Voice Assist NoNot listed
Tripmeter 2 Tripmeters, Digital2 Tripmeters, Digital
Tachometer DigitalDigital
Stand Alarm YesYes
Gear Indicator YesYes
Gear Shift Light YesYes
Low Battery Indicator YesNot listed
Low Fuel Indicator YesYes
Low Oil Indicator NoNot listed
Service Reminder Indicator YesNot listed
Hazard Warning Indicator YesYes
High Beam Indicator YesYes
Engine Temperature Indicator YesYes
Malfunction Indicator YesYes
Average Speed YesNot listed
OTA Updates Not AvailableNot Available
Call/SMS Alerts YesNo
Clock YesYes
Lights
Headlight Not listedDual LED Projector Headlamp
DRLs Not listedYes
Brake/Tail Light Not listedLED
Hazard Warning Lights Not listedYes
Pass Light Not listedYes
Turn Signal Not listedLED
Safety
Saree Guard YesYes
Quickshifter NoYes
Traction Control NoYes
Cruise Control Not AvailableNot listed
Side Stand Engine/Motor Cut-off YesYes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System NoNot listed
Convenience
USB Charging Port YesNot listed
Keyless Lock/Unlock NoNot listed
Start Type Self StartNot listed
Silencer Cover YesNot listed
Kill Switch YesNot listed
Automatic Start Stop NoNot listed
Ride by Wire YesNot listed
Silent Start NoNot listed
Heated Grip NoNot listed
Adjustable Levers NoNot listed
Windscreen FixedNot listed
Center Stand Availability YesNot listed
Warranty & Service
Vehicle Warranty 30000 km or 3 years30,000 km or 2 years
Number of Free Services 40
1st Service 500 km or 45 daysNot listed
2nd Service 5000 km or 180 daysNot listed
3rd Service 10000 km or 365 daysNot listed
4th Service 15000 km or 545 daysNot listed
Shared Specifications
Shared Specs Same specifications and features as Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 BaseNot listed

Best value in each row is marked green. "Not applicable" means the specification does not exist for that bike (an electric bike has no fuel tank); "Not listed" means the manufacturer does not publish it. A dotted underline marks a value published for the model rather than for that variant — where variants are known to differ on a specification, each shows only its own value. Assumes petrol at ₹105/litre and electricity at ₹8/unit; claimed mileage and range, so both sides read optimistic. On the on-road price at 9.5% for 36 months after a 20% down payment.

Disclaimer: Prices shown are indicative and may vary. Ex-showroom, road tax, registration, insurance and other charges are subject to change without notice. Please confirm the final on-road price with your nearest authorised dealer before purchase.