Mumbai

•13w

I am buying my first bike, with most of my riding being in the city with occasional pillion rider. I am 5'11" and on the heavier side. I have tested the Ronin, T4, and CB350 H'ness, but I am confused about which one to choose. Are there any other good options under ₹2.5 lakh?

•12w

In the relaxed neo-retro space, you've already ridden the TVS Ronin and the Honda CB350 H'ness, that are two of the best bikes available in the class. We would also recommend you look at the Royal Enfield Bullet / Classic 350 because these bikes still remain the benchmark in the class, in our opinion. Especially since you've mentioned you're a heavier person and carry a pillion regularly. The Classic and Bullet both have lovely seating comfort, sorted suspension and neutral ergonomics. Pair that to a torque-rich engine and lovely fit and finish and you have a concoction that's hard to top - unless you're looking for more performance, that is.

In that case, the 350cc Triumph Speed T4 makes a good case for itself although do bear in mind, it isn't as large a machine as the Honda bike or Royal Enfield 350s and could feel cramped for a larger rider as well as pillion.

If you're open to considering ADVs, the Hero Xpulse 210 makes a compelling case for itself and will offer you more comfort and fuel economy than any of the machines listed above.

Take a test ride of these bikes and compare them with your notes of previous test rides to see which one you like best before you make a decision.

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•12w

I have been using Hness for past two years. It's engine is long stroke type and suits relaxed riding and best suited for relaxed riding. Comes with Very tall gear ratios and hence good for cruising on highways in relaxed manner at 90 kmph with 40 kmpl mileage. Due to the same reason upshifting needs to be done accordingly. For instance to shift to top gear one has to cross atleast 70 to 80 kmph speed. Slipper assist clutch makes city driving easy due to its light nature. Engine is almost vibration free and one of the smoothest and gear shifts are precise. Ronon and triumph 400 family are good options for aggressive riding, cornering and well suited for the racer in the rider.

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•1w

I used to own a Karizma R, and I currently ride a Honda Shine. I'm confused between the TVS Ronin and the Honda Rebel 300. My priorities are a lightweight motorcycle that's easy to commute on daily, while also being capable of occasional highway rides. If there's another motorcycle that suits my requirements better, kindly suggest. My budget is within Rs 2.5 lakh. Also, if I buy a petrol motorcycle instead of an EV, could that become a problem in the future?

•1d

Since you're considering the TVS Ronin and the upcoming Honda Rebel 300, we advise you to consider the Honda CB350 range and the Royal Enfield Hunter 350. The Ronin and the air-cooled 350cc motorcycles offer a similar character, with laidback performance and relaxed handling. The Rebel 300, on the other hand, is expected to feel more refined and deliver stronger performance.It would be sensible to wait a few months for the Honda Rebel 300 to launch officially. Take a test ride and compare it with the other options before you go ahead with your purchase.

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•1w

I'm looking to purchase the X47 Crossover (base variant) for my daily office commute and occasional medium/long weekend rides. My daily running is around 28 km, and I frequently encounter bumper-to-bumper traffic. My primary reasons for choosing this bike are to reduce fuel costs and have a capable motorcycle that is easy to handle in city traffic. However, I’m concerned about the software glitches and mapping issues reported by some owners. Is the Ultraviolette X47 Crossover a good choice for my requirements? Also, please suggest some petrol alternatives that would suit my usage. Thanks in advance!

•2d

The Ultraviolette X-47 base variant is a well-rounded option for your needs, and it will definitely not only reduce your running and maintenance costs, but also the effort needed to ride a motorcycle in stop-and-go traffic since there's no clutch to modulate or gears to shift.Coming to the software glitches and navigation issues, while Ultraviolette has made progress with updates and bug fixes that are usually quick, you could still face occasional niggles on such a tech-heavy machine. If absolute reliability and zero fuss are your top priorities, a petrol alternative like the TVS Apache RTX 300 or Hero Xpulse 210 is worth considering.It will all hinge on what sort of riding experience you prefer and whether you really are ready to make the switch to an Electric bike. A test ride of all three should help you make your decision.

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•1w

Hi Autocar India Team, I would like to hear your suggestions for a new bike. I currently ride a 2012 Hero Splendor Plus, but it no longer suits my requirements. I ride about 100 km per day, of which 80 km is on the highway and the remaining 20 km is within the city. I am looking for a bike that offers a good balance of power and fuel efficiency, as it will be my daily commuter. It should also have a comfortable suspension so that I don't feel tired at the end of the day. I am 182 cm tall and well-built. Which bike would you recommend?

•4d

Since you have a long daily run, predominantly on the highway, we'd recommend you step up to something more powerful. Specifically, the Hero Xpulse 210 will be a good fit for your needs. It has great suspension, which will isolate you from the worst of our road imperfections; good performance on the highway and when ridden sensibly, it will also give you decent fuel economy. If you want to stick with a street-biased commuter, look at the Honda Unicorn and Bajaj Pulsar N160. These will feel more natural for you to ride and will return good fuel economy, although highway performance will be weaker than the Xpulse. The Pulsar N250 is also a good machine which would make sense for your use case.Take test rides of these bikes before you make your decision.

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•5d

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