I currently own a TVS Radeon bike and travel 50+ km daily (about 70% highway, 30% traffic). My height is 5 ft 10 in. Please suggest a bike for daily commuting that offers comfort and performance.

Autocar India

•1h

While both the Yamaha options you have shortlisted have their own strong points, neither would be the best fit for your usage, in our opinion. Considering you have a pretty lengthy daily commute in Mumbai (where the road surface by and large ranges from subpar to non-existent), we would recommend you pick a comfortable machine like the TVS Ronin or Royal Enfield Hunter 350. Both have neutral ergonomics, neo-retro styling and plush suspension, which should make them well-suited for your use case. One area where both the smaller Yamaha machines will edge out the Ronin and Hunter is fuel efficiency, but aside from that, the TVS & Royal Enfield make for a better purchase. The Yamaha XSR155 is a lovely sporty neo-retro machine, but its suspension is too stiff over bad roads. The Yamaha FZ-X is a 149cc commuter, and its performance, handling, and overall feel won't be as premium as the other bikes mentioned here. Take a test ride of both the Ronin and Hunter to see which one suits you best. We also have multiple comparison reviews of the Hunter, XSR and Ronin on our channel as well as website, and we'd encourage you to take a look at them before you make your purchase.

Autocar India

•8h

Both bikes have individual strengths and weaknesses, so you'll have to choose your bike depending on what you can live with and without. The (now 350cc) Triumph Scrambler 400 X can be an all-rounder if you want, but it excels in city situations. On the highway, once you cross the triple-digit threshold, you can feel the engine starting to cross its comfort zone and start to feel a little strained with vibrations creeping in progressively. The KTM 390 Adventure (398cc version) remains a proven bet to stick with as a do-it-all machine, although inside the city at slower speeds and lower revs, the engine can feel a little gutless below 4,000rpm. However, on the highway it will deliver the same performance we've come to know and expect from KTM 390s and remains a good option for weekend rides and touring.When it comes to seat height and ergonomics, this KTM bike again has the upper hand because it is a little easier to get your feet down than on the Triumph bike. Do keep in mind that physically, the Adventure is a larger machine than the Scrambler and inside the city filtering through tight gaps, you'll feel that size. We haven't yet ridden the 350cc KTM 390 Adventure and we'd advise you to get a test ride of both bikes to get a clearer idea before you make a decision.

Autocar India

•21h

If you were satisfied with the performance of RE Guerrilla 450 Apex during the test ride, then it is a good buy for you. The Guerrilla is a relatively new bike (as it was launched only 3 years ago) but even then, this Royal Enfield bike has proven to be a largely straightforward and fuss-free machine to own. Choosing between the Apex and the standard Guerrilla will boil down to the riding position you prefer and the tyres on offer. In our experience, the Vredestein Centauro tyres of Guerrilla Apex have proven to have better grip and feedback in almost all conditions than the CEAT dual-purpose tyres of standard Guerrilla. The CEATs are not bad tyres, but overall, the Vredesteins set a much higher baseline. The Apex also has a more committed riding position but if you don't find that to be a dealbreaker, you should go for it rather than the standard variant. To be sure, take a test ride of the standard Guerrilla as well before you make a decision.