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Which bike should I choose between the new KTM 390 Adventure, KTM 390 Duke and Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450? I am upgrading from a TVS Ronin 225, and I feel it lacks power on highways, especially while overtaking. I am also looking for a new riding experience. I am 5'3" tall and weigh 75kg. Please guide me on which bike would suit me best, considering my height, riding comfort and performance. Or would it be better to stick with the TVS Ronin?

•12h

Given your stature and the fact that you're coming from a Ronin, we'd recommend you choose between the 350cc KTM 390 Duke and the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 you've shortlisted. While both bikes have similar peak power outputs and pricing, they're poles apart to ride, so make sure you get a test ride before you go ahead with your purchase. The 390 Duke has sublime handling, great features and its 349cc engine loves chasing the redline but in day-to-day usage it feels like the machine that needs to be worked harder. Its suspension is also quite stiff (not harsh but definitely not plush) and there are quite a few vibes from the engine at almost all touch points no matter the revs you're at. If you don't care about refinement or comfort too much, and want all-out sporting thrills at a reasonable budget, then the 350cc Duke is something you should consider. If instead, you want your next purchase to be a bit more rounded to balance both usability and performance, then the RE Guerrilla 450 should be on your radar. The Guerrilla's 452cc engine's torquey nature makes it far more effortless to ride both in the city and on the highway, and its chassis is set up well for brisk road riding. It also has a lower 780mm perch (compared to the KTM's 800mm one) and its suspension is also set up to deal with road imperfections better. Ofcourse, it lacks the outright speed, handling, as well as the finessed electronics of the KTM, but for some people, this will actually be a plus point. Like we said at the outset, these are two very different bikes, so before making your decision, ensure you take a thorough test ride.

KTM 390 Duke

Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450

•2d

Hello, I am a resident of New Delhi and own a 2005 Hero Honda Karizma that is no longer permitted to run on Delhi roads. Since I live in an apartment complex, I have been able to keep the motorcycle parked within the premises. However, I would like to know whether there are any rules prohibiting me from keeping it parked there and whether the authorities can tow it away even if it is not being driven on public roads. I would appreciate any information or clarification on the applicable rules and regulations. Thank you in advance.

•13h

As a Delhi resident with a 2005 Hero Honda Karizma, the key issue is that your bike is now considered “unfit” under Delhi’s 15-year rule for petrol vehicles. This means it cannot be legally used on public roads, and the registration is effectively invalid. However, there is no blanket rule that says you cannot keep the bike parked inside your own apartment complex. The authorities are primarily concerned with such vehicles being used on public roads or in public parking areas, and if you do so, you can be fined and the vehicle towed and scrapped.If the bike has sentimental value, you can explore getting it registered as a vintage vehicle, which allows continued ownership and limited use under specific conditions. This process involves an application to the RTO and meeting certain criteria, including the bike being over 15 years old and in original condition. If you do not plan to use the bike and want to avoid any risk, the safest option is to deregister it and keep it purely as a display piece, or consider scrapping it through an authorised facility.

•13h

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