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•6w

I'm upgrading from a Honda Hornet CB160 and am considering the Harley-Davidson X440 T or the Honda H'ness CB350. My riding is mostly in the city, but I can stretch my budget if the bike is worth the extra money.

•5w

Since your usage is mostly in the city, the added performance that the Harley-Davidson X440T brings over the Honda CB350 H'ness is unlikely to make a big enough difference to justify the big price difference between the two. Additionally, the Honda bike will also return much better fuel economy owing to its smaller, more efficient engine. Both are on a similar level when it comes to comfort, so the CB350 H'ness is the more logical buy between the two.

Take a test ride of both to see which one you're leaning towards more before you make a decision.

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•5w

@dhruv.7 Go for CB350 H'ness because ur preference city ride. Better fuel average than x440T. Moreover X440T is for long ride.

•5w

@dhruv.7 Go for CB350 H'ness because you are already aware of honda service and upgrading to premium experience. And its a true honda motorcycle not x-over.

•5w

@dhruv.7 Go for CB350 H'ness because refined engine and it is reliable you don't need rsa. Well there is few upgrades to do like extra light if you do night travel time. First take a ride you will love the smooth gearing and lot of goodies

•5w

I am planning to purchase my first bike for daily commute to office in city traffic. I was planning to wait for Triumph Bonneville 350, are Triumph 350 bikes worth the wait or should I go for any other?

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•20h

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R. With no daily running and a tight budget, you want a car that is easy to park, reliable and cheap to maintain. The Wagon R is compact, which makes it much easier to squeeze into tight parking spots in crowded areas. It is also very easy to drive, has a light clutch and is extremely affordable to run and maintain. Maruti’s service network is the best in the country, so you will not have to worry about finding a service centre nearby. The engine is peppy enough for city driving, and the car is simple and fuss-free, which is exactly what you want for your first car. At around Rs 7 lakh, it fits your budget comfortably and leaves room for a higher variant.If you want something slightly bigger, the Hyundai Exter is a solid choice, but you will be looking at the base variant within your budget. The Maruti Suzuki car mentioned above is the more rounded package for your needs.

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•1w

I am planning to buy a two-wheeler EV on Deepawali for 60-70km for 5 days a week daily commute in Hyderabad for the period of next 2-3 years. Please suggest an option in both the scooter and bike categories.

•2d

There are lots of genuinely convincing electric scooter options like the TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak, Vida VX2, Ather Rizta / 450 and River Indie / Yamaha EC-06 to choose from depending on your budget, range requirements and form factor preference. Since you have a long commute, we'd recommend you stick to the comfortable and family-oriented options from the models listed above. Conversely, there are no very convincing electric motorcycle options in the market within a similar price ballpark, and you'd have to stretch a lot more for the sporty but heavy Ultraviolette options.

I’m planning to buy an electric scooter, but unfortunately, there aren’t many options that come with both ABS and traction control. Recently, I was riding my dad’s scooter when the front wheel locked up. Although I like the Ather Apex, I’m not comfortable with the fact that it doesn’t come with ABS. I have a couple of questions. Will all electric scooters eventually be mandated by law to have ABS? I also like the TVS X electric scooter, as it’s fun to ride. Is it a safe choice in terms of maintenance, considering it’s a relatively new model? I don’t use the scooter much and ride only around 1,000km a year. This is mainly a purchase for my happiness. My budget is up to Rs 5 lakh. I’m not considering a petrol scooter because of my low usage and the additional maintenance it would require. Any advice would be appreciated.

•3d

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Congratulations on your new KTM 390 Duke R - we're sure you're in for a hair-raising journey. Let’s break down the charges:Municipality Charges: This is not a standard charge everywhere, but some cities levy a small fee at the time of registration, usually for road maintenance or local transport infrastructure. It’s typically a few hundred rupees and is collected by the RTO. If it’s a significant amount, ask the dealer for a breakup or check with your local RTO agent.5-year extended warranty: This is a genuine KTM-backed product, but it’s important to understand what it covers. It’s essentially an extension of the standard warranty, but after the initial period, it usually covers only major engine and gearbox components, not wear-and-tear items like clutch plates, brake pads or consumables. Whether it’s worth it or not depends on your ownership plans. If you plan to keep the bike long-term and keep it stock, then it's definitely worth shelling out the small amount, as it will give you peace of mind in the long run.HYPO: This is a hypothecation charge, which is only applicable if you’re taking a loan. If you’re buying the bike outright, you don’t need to pay this.A couple of additional tips: check if the insurance premium quoted is competitive – you can often get a better deal by buying it yourself online. Also, ask for a detailed breakup of the “handling” or “logistics” charges - if you don't seem convinced by these, tell the dealer to remove them.Overall, most of these charges are legitimate, and some we would even recommend you spend on (like the extended warranty), but it’s always worth asking for a detailed breakup and questioning anything that doesn’t make sense. Happy riding!

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•1w

I am a new driver working in the banking sector, where frequent transfers are common. I am looking for a family car with good power and strong hill-driving ability, as I may be posted in hilly areas. My budget is around Rs 12 lakh, and my running will be moderate. I am open to petrol, diesel and electric cars and would like to know which option would be most suitable for my requirements at present.

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