Hi, I am confused between the Royal Enfield Meteor and the Royal Enfield Himalayan. Which bike is better for usage consisting of 60% city riding and 40% highway riding?

Autocar India

•22m

To get a motorcycle making more than 46hp within your budget, you can consider any of the Royal Enfield 650cc models, as well as the Aprilia RS and Tuono 457 models. Royal Enfield's 650s aren't sporty machines and are also considerably heavy, with some of them weighing 240kg or more. The Aprilia 457 models are properly thrilling and entertaining machines to ride, but have been plagued by some troubling engine reliability issues. It would be advisable to speak to some RS and Tuono 457 owners to see what their experience has been before pulling the trigger on either of the two. Lastly, the Kawasaki Ninja 500 is another option that fits the bill, and truthfully, it is a great bike to ride, but its steep pricing is a tough pill to swallow.Do your research, take multiple test rides and speak to people who own these bikes before you make your choice.

Autocar India

•1h

The decision to buy a car right now is ultimately a very personal one, and no one can time it perfectly for you. It really depends on how secure your income is and how exposed you are to market volatility and a potential slowdown triggered by the Middle East war. If your job, business and cash flows are stable, and you’re not losing sleep over your portfolio, there’s no fundamental reason to defer a car purchase you can comfortably afford.Conflicts like this make buyers cautious about holding off on their purchase, and this hurts demand. This triggers discounts and price cuts, so if you are financially comfortable and have a clear car in mind, it’s reasonable to go ahead. If your situation feels uncertain, waiting a few months to see how things settle is the safer call.

Autocar India

•3d

In terms of familiarity, the Harley Davidson X440 will be the logical next step up for you from your Thunderbird 350. With its neutral ergonomics, plush suspension and torquey air/oil-cooled engine, the X440 T will serve your use case well. If you want something with a bit more performance and more commanding ergonomics, then the Triumph Scrambler 400 XC is what you should consider. The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 will easily be the most comfortable for two-up riding of the bikes you've shortlisted, but its heavy kerb weight could be hard to manage, especially with a pillion onboard in stacatto big-city traffic. We'd recommend you steer clear of the Super Meteor 650 because its laidback riding position and stiff rear shocks will cause you discomfort over bad roads. Take a test ride of the other three with your pillion to see which one you find comfortable before you make your purchase.