RULES OF THE ROAD
Riding Gear:
Riding gear is mandatory. It should consist of:
● Full face helmet ( Mandatory )
● Riding boots / waterproof Ankle length boots (Quechua / Woodland / similar shoes not permitted)
● Riding jacket with armour
● Full Gloves ( preferably waterproof )
● Riding trouser with armour
● Rain Gear
Environmental responsibility:
Year on year, the Himalayas get visitors in increasing volumes. Over the 21 years of Himalayan Odyssey we have observed some of the most pristine and immaculate places getting deteriorated due to sheer lack of concern on the part of travellers. We advise everyone on the Odyssey to show concern towardsthe environment and ensure that we leave zero impact on the environment through our activity and conduct.
To meet the demands of the increasing tourists in the region, more and more products are brought into the valley with some of them packaged in non-biodegradable materials that is affecting the ecological balance and leading to unpredictable weather in the valley. Every year more material comes in but nothing leaves. Please do join us in our efforts to promote a more responsible motorcycle riding culture.
● Say ‘No’ to plastic: Avoid imported packaged water refill your bottle with boiled/ filtered water. Where possible, avoid foods and other products packaged in plastic. - alternatives - use metal bottles refill with water
● Save water: Use water sparingly and wisely particularly in mountains where it is a precious and expensive commodity. - for activities like bathing washing etc
● Save energy: Be careful not to waste valuable resources. Use local resources sparingly. Switch off lights, heaters/air-conditioning and fans when you leave the hotel room.
Luggage:
For the Explore edition of the Himalayan Odyssey 2026, we’re going raw and barebones - without the luxury of a luggage van or technical support vehicle as all Royal Enfield marquee rides do.
Plan to spend 10 days in the Himalayas with only what you’ll carry on your motorcycle. Consider soft luggage for the Himalayan or plan for a duffle bag to be tied with bungee cords.
Carrying the following basics on your motorcycle is advised:
1. Change of clothes and footwear
2. A torchlight
3. Basic First aid kit with essential medicines, or your prescribed medication if you are on
medication
4. Hydration pack / water bottle / (No single use Plastic bottles)
5. Light, high energy snacks
6. If you wear glasses or contact lenses, please carry spare spectacles, lens cleaning solution,
and lenses.
7. Camera/phone and spare power supply, chargers, memory storage devices, etc
8. Bungee cords to tie the luggage on to the motorcycle
9. Light, high energy snacks10. Spare bike key.
10. Rain cover for your luggage to protest against inclement weather.
