Since budget and engine size aren’t concerns, and considering your physical condition, we recommend the Kawasaki 650 range - Z650 , Ninja 650 , or Z650RS . All three are easy to handle in the city and powerful enough for highway use. Their plush suspension setups will also help with your back issues. If you want something that's not as big as the Kawasaki 650s, you can take a look at either of the Honda 300s - CB300F and CB300R . Both are lightweight machines with low seat heights as well as comfy suspension setups. Can’t decide which car to buy? Ask our experts and get answers to all your car related queries. Ask experts Latest questions Asked by: John de Almeida I want to upgrade from my current motorcycle to a mid-size bike, mainly for weekend rides and occasional city use in Mumbai. Please help me decide between the Triumph Daytona 660 and the Honda CBR650R. Both the Triumph Daytona 660 and Honda CBR650R are great options to have for a weekend fun spin, and make good sense as your first multi-cylinder bike, too. The Daytona 660 has the punchier performance and is more affordable than the Honda bike, but you need to bear in mind that Triumph's ownership costs for the big bikes have risen sharply since Bajaj took over the British company's Indian operations. And in Mumbai, there are only 2 service centres for Triumph - Andheri and Thane - which usually have quite a bit of waiting when it comes to servicing these days because of the sales the new 400cc models are generating.Coming to the Honda CBR650R, this is a proven package which has been around in India for more than a decade and now with its E-Clutch technology, it will be very easy to ride in city traffic. Honda big bikes are well regarded for reliability, manageable ownership costs, and effective heat management in Indian conditions. All of this said, we would steer you toward the Honda more than the Triumph bike.However, we would encourage you to take a test ride and visit authorized dealers for both brands to make a more informed decision. Asked by: Joshua Rajkumar I am currently using an Ntorq 125 and planning to upgrade to a bike. My height is 168 cm. My preferences include the Bullet 350, Guerrilla 450, CB300F, and Apache RTR 310. Daily usage will be in the city, with occasional long rides. Please guide me in choosing my first bike. Considering this is going to be your first bike, we would recommend you start with something approachable and friendly like the Honda CB300F or the TVS Apache RTR 310. The Honda bike’s USPs are its affordable price tag, low ownership costs and light weight paired with a low seat height. Meanwhile, the TVS bike will have more exciting performance, sharper handling, as well as a smorgasbord of features.Considering its near 200kg kerb weight, we'd recommend you steer clear of the Royal Enfield Bullet 350 and instead look at the Hunter 350, which has the same engine but is much lighter and more manageable. With its 40hp/40Nm output figures, the Guerrilla packs in very engaging performance and will be the most fun and exciting for a first-time buyer, but it can also feel overwhelming at times for a newer rider.Take an exhaustive test ride of all the options you shortlist to see which one fits you and your usage best. Asked by: Dilip Rajadhyaks My car delivers very poor fuel efficiency in the city, around 6 kmpl. With steady driving on the highway, it gives about 12 to 13 kmpl. Is this typical of turbo-petrol engines? My car has a CVT transmission. Yes, turbo petrol engines, especially when paired with an automatic transmission, tend to be quite thirsty in city driving. This is because the turbocharger frequently spools up to provide boost, which increases fuel consumption. Turbo petrols are also very throttle-sensitive.With gentle driving, your MG Hector can return reasonable mileage, but slightly enthusiastic inputs can quickly pull the figures down. If fuel efficiency is a concern, you could consider a naturally aspirated petrol engine, which is generally more efficient and consistent in everyday driving conditions. Asked by: VINAYAK SANKPAL Which is the best vehicle type for a daily commute of around 100 km: EV, petrol, CNG, or diesel? We undertake long drives only once every six months. Please help me choose the right car. Given that your monthly running is quite high, we would recommend you consider an electric car. Most EVs on the market today will easily offer a range sufficient to cover your 100 km a day, and over the course of time, you will definitely save a lot in fuel bills.However, it is very important to note that you must have access to your own charging at home or your place of work. Relying on public chargers will be difficult, given that you will have to find one vacant and working and then spend your time there.We are unaware of your budget, but you can consider the Tata Punch EV or the Hyundai Creta Electric, both of which are good choices in their respective segments. View all questions Can’t decide which car to buy? Ask our experts and get answers to all your car related queries. Ask experts
