Considering your usage and budget, you can look at bikes like the Royal Enfield Hunter / Bullet / Classic 350, Honda CB350 trio, TVS Ronin and the Hero Xpulse 210. All have spacious seats, comfortable suspension and have decent braking performance too. A test ride of all these machines with your wife sitting behind you will help you decide which is the right fit for you. Do bear in mind that making the switch from a scooter to a motorcycle will need good hand and foot coordination to operate the clutch and gear pedal. We recommend you practice on a used bike first before taking the plunge.

Inside the city, both the Yamaha XSR155 and the Honda NX200 will make for good companions, and it will come down to which bike's styling and riding experience you prefer. The XSR has a pleasing neo-retro design, and it makes a strong case for itself with its R15-sourced engine and chassis. It is also a rather fuel-efficient machine, and the only thing to look out for is that its rear suspension can feel quite stiff over bad roads. The NX200 - while not a proper ADV in the true sense - has that rugged look that a lot of people desire. It will also feel like the larger, more spacious machine to sit on, so if you are a taller rider, that might be of interest to you. Do bear in mind that its performance won't be as sprightly as the Yamaha's. A test ride of both across various road conditions will help you make up your mind.

Both the Yamaha XSR155 and Royal Enfield Hunter 350 will make for good beginner bikes, but both have distinct riding experiences and USPs. The XSR is far lighter, and its fuel economy will also be a tangible increase in comparison to the Hunter. However, it has a taller seat height (810mm) than the Hunter (790mm) so if you are a shorter person or just want the assurance of being able to plant both feet on the ground at a stop, this is something to consider.Both bikes also have different characters thanks to their engine and chassis combination. The XSR might look old-school, but it is a properly sporty bike to ride and feels more energetic; however, over bad roads, its stiffer suspension will transfer some impacts to your back. On the flip side, the Hunter's slow-revving thumper of an engine will feel better when ridden sedately, and while it's not a lethargic handler, it also cannot be called sporty. A proper test ride of both will help you decide which one is the best option for you.

The Honda NX500 is a smooth, proven, and reliable package as an ADV tourer, and is something you can't go wrong with. Its few drawbacks are its steep price tag and a shock that rebounds a little too quickly for comfort. Since it's a Honda bike, it's likely to last a long time without major issues and also be fairly easy on the wallet to maintain. Since we have not ridden the BMW F 450 GS, we can't comment on its strengths or weaknesses. We recommend you wait until the media as well as owners' reviews of this bike are out before making a purchase.