•7h

I’m planning to buy a bike, but I’m confused between the Harley-Davidson X440t and the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450. My daily commute is around 50 km, mostly on highways. My top priorities are good mileage and long-distance comfort. Which one would you recommend? If you have any other suggestions in the same price range, I’d love to hear them as well.

•4m

While the Harley-Davidson X440 T and Royal Enfield Guerrilla are comparable in terms of displacement and price, both are actually very different animals. The X440 T has a long-stroke, air/oil-cooled, torque-rich thumper which really encourages brisk cruising more than attacking corners. The H-D is also the more laidback and comfortable machine, which will be a valuable USP over rough, patchy roads. If ridden gently on the highway, you could see a fuel economy number in the 27-30kpl ballpark.

On the other hand, the Guerrilla is a sporty street naked which will delight you with its punchy performance, agility and surefooted handling. Sure, it may not be as comfortable as the X440 T, but in isolation, it is a comfortable enough machine. If you ride sensibly, the Guerrilla can also give you close to 30kpl on the highway, which is pretty decent considering its displacement and performance on offer.

Another option you should consider is the 350cc Triumph Speed 400 / Scrambler 400 duo, depending on what sort of look you want and whether or not you can manage the Scrambler's tall 835mm seat height. The Triumphs will sit between the X440 T and Guerrilla in terms of performance and are comfortable machines for longer journeys.

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I am planning to buy an adventure motorcycle that offers excellent long-term reliability, durability and good fuel efficiency. Most of my riding will be on roads, with occasional off-roading, and I also want it to be comfortable for long-distance touring. My maximum budget is Rs. 2.5 lakh, although I'd prefer to stay close to Rs. 2 lakh. I have been considering the Hero Xpulse 210 and the TVS Apache RTX 300, but I'm confused. I'm also concerned about the changing fuel policies. Current bikes are only E20 compatible, and I intend to keep the motorcycle for at least eight years. Should I buy now or wait for a flex-fuel motorcycle, even though there aren't any adventure bikes in that category yet?

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The TVS Apache RTX 300 is a much more well-rounded machine than the Hero Xpulse 210. It is faster, more capable at highway speeds, and its handling is very nice when you encounter twisty roads. However, the Xpulse is lighter and will be friendlier for newer riders, especially when riding off-road. Before picking between the two, we'd recommend a thorough test ride of both, and if you want to cap your budget at Rs 2 lakh, then the Xpulse will be your only option because all variants of the RTX are just under or above that mark.

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•5d

Hi there. I am planning to buy an electric scooter for my daily commute of around 30 km. I have test-ridden the TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak 3502 and Ather Rizta. I found the Chetak to be quieter and smoother, while the Rizta makes a sound similar to an e-rickshaw. I also wasn't impressed with the braking performance of the TVS iQube, so I've ruled it out. Which scooter would be the better choice in terms of after-sales service, reliability and cost per kilometre?

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Hi, I am planning to transition from a Honda Dio to a geared motorcycle. Although my dream bike is a Royal Enfield but I am a bit confused after looking at the Triumph Speed T4. My budget is around Rs. 2.5 lakh, although I can extend it to Rs. 2.75 lakh if required. I mostly ride within the city and currently have no plans for highway riding. I will also be riding with my mother and father occasionally. I am 5'5" tall, weigh 80 kg, and live in Chennai. I am trying to choose between the Royal Enfield Hunter 350, Royal Enfield Meteor 350, and Triumph Speed T4. I am also considering the Triumph Speed 400 if you feel extending my budget would be worthwhile.

•5d

Since this is going to be your first bike, should you want to play it safe, going with the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 will be our recommendation. It has a low seat, unintimidating power delivery, plush suspension and is easy to manage in the city. You also have an affinity to the brand so going with the characterful Hunter should be quite satisfying in the long run. However, on the flip side, since you have said you can extend your budget to Rs 2.75 lakh, you should definitely consider the 350cc Triumph Speed 400. The Speed is definitely a more capable and exciting machine than the Hunter and over time, will give you more headroom to grow as a rider. Do bear in mind that the Speed doesn't have as much character as the Hunter and feels more like an appliance in the long run - although depending on what your approach towards your motorcycle is, that may or may not be a bad thing. The best way to decide between these two would be to take a test ride before you make your decision. If you want to split the difference between the Hunter and Speed 400, the Speed T4 is an excellent option with middle-of-the-road performance between these two bikes.

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