Royal Enfield updates the Himalayan 450 with a new side stand for 2026

Small details can make a big difference in daily riding, especially on a motorcycle that is meant to go everywhere. Royal Enfield seems to have realised this with the Himalayan 450. After months of getting feedback from owners, the company has finally resolved one of the most discussed issues on the bike.

The Himalayan 450 will now come with an updated side stand on the 2026 model. This new side stand is designed to keep the bike more upright when parked. On previous versions, the bike was too prone to leaning forward...