I want to purchase a bike for daily commuting of around 60 km, and my budget is ₹1.5 lakh. Kindly suggest which bike to purchase.

Autocar India

•57m

In your budget, we'd suggest considering either the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V or Bajaj Pulsar N160 for your use case. Both bikes have refined, punchy engines, good seating and suspension comfort and will also return good fuel economy when you ride sensibly. One point to bear in mind is that if you're a taller person, the Apache's seat-to-footpeg distance can feel a little cramped, in which case opting for the more spacious Pulsar will be our recommendation.

If the sporty look of these two doesn't appeal to you and you want a simpler, more affordable machine then the Honda Unicorn is a tried and trusted option that's very hard to go wrong with.

We'd recommend taking a test ride of all three before you make your decision to understand each one's strengths and weaknesses.

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Apache RTR 160 4V

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Pulsar N160

from ₹1.38 Lakh

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Saurabh

•3d

I am planning to purchase a motorcycle that is great for highway commutes. My primary requirements are strong service reliability, good performance, and excellent comfort. I am looking for a bike with an engine displacement between 300-400cc.

Autocar India

•1h

Depending on your riding style, there are multiple different options to choose from in the segment you're looking at. If you're looking for a quick and sporty machine, then the 350cc Triumph Speed 400, KTM 390 Duke and Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 make good sense because they have energetic performance as well as good comfort (the KTM bike will be a little less comfy than the Triumph bike in this one regard, but will have more performance). On the opposite end of the spectrum, if you prefer to ride in an unhurried fashion, then look no further than the Royal Enfield Classic / Bullet 350, Honda CB350 models and Triumph Speed T4. These bikes have great comfort and should also be reliable in the long run.If you want something that prioritizes comfort and utility over all else, then an adventure bike is the way to go. You have the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, TVS Apache RTX 300 and KTM 390 Adventure models (with both 350cc and 399cc motors, depending on your needs and budgetary restrictions) in this class. In our opinion, as an all-rounder, nothing can match the versatility of the Himalayan and if you're comfortable with its size, this is definitely an option worth considering. As always, first decide what form factor appeals to you the most and will suit your usage best and then accordingly take test rides based on that before making your decision.

Triumph Speed 400

KTM 390 Duke

Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450

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Royal Enfield Bullet 350

Nikhil Bagdekar

I am looking for a sports tourer similar to the Honda CB250R or Honda CB300F. However, both bikes have been discontinued, so I am exploring suitable alternatives. I am not a fan of neo-retro styling and would prefer a modern-looking motorcycle. I also need a bike with good riding ergonomics and dynamics suitable for long rides. My daily commute is around 60 km. Could you please suggest the best alternatives available? Also, would it be worth waiting for new launches that might offer a fresh design and better options in this segment?

Autocar India

•17h

Since you have a rather long daily commute and don't want to go for a neo-retro machine, an adventure bike makes good sense. Your previously shortlisted - but no longer available - options indicate that you were looking to get something in the 250-300cc space. In that vein, we'd recommend you look at the TVS Apache RTX 300. The RTX is a comfortable, quick and feature-laden machine which will also return decent fuel economy if ridden sensibly. In a similiar vein, you should also look at the KTM 250 Adventure and the base 390 Adventure (350cc) models, depending on your usage and budget. A test ride of these options will help you narrow down which bike is best for you.

Rahul Kashyap

I currently own a Triumph Speed 400 (since 2023). Since buying it, I have mostly used it in the city and have only taken it out for short highway rides 3-5 times. Recently, my city commute has increased after switching jobs, with a daily travel of around 32 km (16 km each way). I am now planning to switch to the Ultraviolette X47 (please suggest the most practical variant). I am confused about whether I should sell my Speed 400 and replace it with the UVX47 for easier riding without heat and gear shifts, or buy the X47 alongside the Speed 400. I live in Bengaluru, have limited parking space, and realistically, I have not gone on long-distance tours since buying the Speed 400. Many thanks for your advice.

Autocar India

•27m

Since you've mentioned that parking is a hassle and you rarely venture beyond the city's confines, the logical move would be to swap your Triumph Speed 400 with an Ultraviolette X-47 for your extended daily commute. Specifically, the Original Plus variant would be our recommendation because it has enough range for your use case and comes with an on-board charger which means you don't need to lug around the bulky charger with you wherever you go. While this is certainly the logical thing to do, you should still keep a couple of trade-offs in mind. You will lose the sensations, sound and character of a petrol engine and the ability to do a long, last-minute ride without planning charging stops. Also, Ultraviolette’s service and charging network is still smaller than established brands, though being in Bengaluru helps as the brand is headquartered here.

Triumph Speed 400

Ultraviolette Automotive X-47

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