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I’m 5′ 5″, aged 47. I owned a Splendor for 10 years and a Honda Twister for 10 years and sold both. For the past 8 years I have been riding a TVS Scooty. I am planning to buy a bike under ₹2 lakh. I prefer long rides over city commutes and plan to do a lot of interstate travel. My requirements are comfortable ergonomics that are easy on my spine, reliability, light weight, and decent mileage. Please suggest.

Asked by: Ra na

Consider your usage and budget, bikes like the TVS Ronin and Royal Enfield Hunter 350 will be options we recommend you take a look at. Both are smooth and comfortable machines with neutral riders' triangles, which will be conducive to long stints in the saddle. 

You can even take a look at the Hero Xpulse 210 if you want a dual-purpose machine. It will be the most comfortable and capable of the three bikes we've suggested here. 

However, it is also the tallest, so if you are a shorter rider who isn't comfortable with tall bikes, then this may not be the best bet for you. 

Take a test ride of everything you shortlist before you make a decision.

 

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Asked by: Ra na

I’m 5′ 5″, aged 47. I owned a Splendor for 10 years and a Honda Twister for 10 years and sold both. For the past 8 years I have been riding a TVS Scooty. I am planning to buy a bike under ₹2 lakh. I prefer long rides over city commutes and plan to do a lot of interstate travel. My requirements are comfortable ergonomics that are easy on my spine, reliability, light weight, and decent mileage. Please suggest.

Consider your usage and budget, bikes like the TVS Ronin and Royal Enfield Hunter 350 will be options we recommend you take a look at. Both are smooth and comfortable machines with neutral riders' triangles, which will be conducive to long stints in the saddle. You can even take a look at the Hero Xpulse 210 if you want a dual-purpose machine. It will be the most comfortable and capable of the three bikes we've suggested here. However, it is also the tallest, so if you are a shorter rider who isn't comfortable with tall bikes, then this may not be the best bet for you. Take a test ride of everything you shortlist before you make a decision.
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7 Jan' 26
Asked by: Avi

I ma going to purchase my first car and new to cars. I want to buy an automatic car with mostly city drive and occasional highway. I need a car with 3 adult rear seat with a budget of 13-15 lakh on road. From my side, I have looked for punch but heard it's rear seat is not good for 3 adults and also have 3xo ax5 in mind. Please advise as open to any options

Yes, seating three adults at the rear of the Tata Punch will be tight. Tata Motors has recently unveiled a new updated Punch; however, changes are to the features and engine, space inside will remain the same. We would recommend the Mahindra XUV 3XO as the rear is spacious, particularly in terms of width, which is what you will need to seat 3 adults at the rear. Moreover, the car has a comfortable ride and is well-equipped too. However, do not expect class-leading fuel efficiency as the engines are tuned with a bias towards a more lively performance.
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7 Jan' 26
Asked by: SHIVAM

Hi, I want to buy a 350 cc bike and am confused between the Honda CB350 and the Honda H’ness 350. I need a bike that is pillion-friendly, can handle occasional mountain rides, and offers good control in city traffic. Which one is better for both uses?

The Honda CB350 and CB350 H'ness are essentially the same bike wearing different outfits. The former mimics the design language of the popular Royal Enfield 350s, while the latter has a distinct Honda design. As such, their riding experiences are going to be exceedingly similar and picking between the two will come down to which one you prefer the look of. Coming to your query, both these bikes offer good pillion comfort and are good to ride in dense city traffic with their neutral handling and light clutch action, thanks to the slip/assist clutch.
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7 Jan' 26
Asked by: Nikhil Joshi

Hi, I am 40 years old and will be buying a new bike this year. I have been riding an Activa 3G for the last 10 years. My new bike will be used mostly for city riding, with very rare long rides of 200–300 km (at most once a year). I plan to keep the bike for the next 10-15 years. I am confused between the Hunter 350, Meteor 350, and Bullet 350. Please help me decide.

All three of the Royal Enfield 350s you have shortlisted will serve you well, but each has a different character. The Hunter 350 is the lightest and most affordable one and will be the most agile in the city, where you spend most of your time. The Bullet is a retro roadster with a commanding riding position that is going to feel quite a big larger. This will be the most comfortable bike owing to its neutral ergonomics and great suspension. The Meteor 350, with its laid-back rider triangle, will feel the most relaxed to sit on. But all your weight will be on your tailbone, which won't be ideal when tackling road imperfections. Of the three, the Hunter makes the most sense for your usage, but a test ride of all three will help clear the picture for you.
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Autocar India team
7 Jan' 26
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