I’m planning to exchange my bike. I work in the forest department and often ride through tough terrain in the Western Ghats. Is the Yezdi Adventure a good choice for my use case?

Since you consider yourself a beginner, the TVS Apache RTX 300 may not be the best fit. It is a tall and top-heavy machine, which can rob newer riders of confidence. However, as a package, it is the most well-rounded machine of the three bikes you are considering, especially when it comes to touring with a pillion onboard.The Honda CB350RS and Harley-Davidson X440 are neo-retro roadsters with torquey engines, upright ergonomics and decently plush suspension, which will make for a better fit for a newer, less experienced rider like yourself with their low seat heights and therefore, centre of gravity too. For similar reasons, the Royal Enfield Bullet and Classic 350 are also worth considering. We recommend you take a thorough test ride of everything you're considering with a pillion onboard before making a purchase.

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 would be a far more comfortable option than the Interceptor 650, especially for your long daily commute due to its plush and sophisticated suspension, upright ergonomics and some wind protection. It will also be more fuel-efficient, which is something that will be important given your high daily running.In a similar vein, we would also recommend you look at the new Royal Enfield Scram 440 because it has great comfort - aside from the seat, which is a quick and inexpensive fix - as well as decent performance and fuel economy at a much lower price than both the Himalayan and the Interceptor.If you want to look outside the Royal Enfield brand, bikes like the Hero Xpulse 210, and TVS Apache RTX 300 will be our recommendations for their plush suspension, good fuel economy and upright rider's triangles.A test ride of these bikes should help you decide which is the best fit for you.

The KTM 200 Duke still remains a wonderful entry-level sport naked to buy even after all these years, and since it is based on the Gen 2 Duke architecture, it is actually a more spacious machine - which is a helpful thing for taller riders - than the 250 Duke.However, aside from that, the 250 Duke is a step up over its younger sibling in just about every measurable parameter and is a very engaging machine to ride.In the context of truly sporty naked bikes, aside from the KTMs mentioned above, you really don't have many other options. If you want a different riding experience from the 250 Duke with similar performance levels, then the Triumph Speed T4 is an option to consider.Take a test ride of these bikes to determine which is the best for you.

The new Kia Seltos with the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine and IVT (automatic) is the one to get. It feels thoroughly modern, offers the latest features and technology, and is more spacious and comfortable than before. The Petrol-IVT combination works seamlessly and delivers a smooth driving experience. This powertrain is available across a wide price band, hence you will certainly find more than one variant within your budget.