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I currently own a 2017 KTM RC 390 and am looking to upgrade to a twin-cylinder after almost a decade with a single. I really want to go for the adventure tourer category since 90 % of the time I use my bike for touring and only 5-6 % for twisties and spirited runs. I currently have in mind the upcoming BMW-TVS 450 s or the highly priced Honda NX500. Keeping in mind that I will be using the bike for very long runs, which do you think is more suitable in terms of service availability, longevity, and service costs? Also, let me know if there are more options I should consider.

•29w

The Honda NX500 is a machine that will serve you very well in the long run, especially if you are mainly going to go on long journeys with it. Honda big bikes have a great reputation for being light on the wallet and are also largely bulletproof and reliable. This is why, even though the NX500's price is very steep, if you are going to use the bike for a long time, then it could make sense for you.

Coming to the TVS-built BMW F 450 models, we are still waiting for them to be launches so commenting on service costs and longevity will not be possible.

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While the Royal Enfield Meteor 350's low seat height is surely welcoming, owing to its feet-forward riding position, you will feel more of the road imperfections you encounter. We'd recommend you instead look at the Bullet / Classic from RE's stable, as these bikes have more upright, natural riding triangles which will be useful over the long daily commute your father faces. The Honda CB350s offer a similar riding experience but are lighter and easier to manage. Given that your daily commute is quite long and likely to involve bad patches too, a motorcycle would be the more comfortable alternative to a scooter. However, if you must have an electric scooter, choose from proven options like the TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak, Ather Rizta / Konarc and Vida VX2.

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