Despite the litany of experiences, machines, and adventures I've been on this past year, there's one that I haven't been able to shake. Something that I continue to fantasize about. Something I must finally put in my garage next year.
It's a machine that remains at the forefront of my mind. A machine that's caused sleepless nights and for me to even try my hand at math. I hate math, but I'll gladly do it to see what I'd need to do to afford its purchase. A machine that left such an indelible impression on me that, after riding it, I've used whatever excuse I can to write about it here on RideApart. Because more people should know how fucking good this motorcycle is.
I'm talking about Royal Enfield's Himalayan 450, a motorcycle that, to me, feels pretty perfect. It's why when we first started discussing doing these Editor's Choice Awards, a series where Janaki, EJ, Robbie and I all professed our profound love for a single solitary thing we've touched or experienced in 2024, I didn't even have to think about my choice.
The Himalayan 450 was my clear winner.
