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    Mar 15, 2024 12:07:00 PM

    New Yezdi Royal Enfield rival leaked, launch soon

    This could be the first traditional modern retro roadster in the Yezdi line-up, engine seems to be based on Yezdi Adv...

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    Feb 27, 2024 12:38:00 PM

    VinFast Klara S electric scooter patented in India

    This comes just days after Vietnamese company VinFast broke ground on its manufacturing plant in Tamil Nadu.

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    Feb 26, 2024 04:44:00 PM

    Husqvarna Svartpilen 250 India launch possible

    Svartpilen 250 is the scrambler-themed motorcycle on the 250cc platform and has recently been homologated in India.

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    Jan 22, 2024 11:52:00 AM

    Hero Xtreme 125R leaks ahead of January 23 debut

    This will be the most premium and sporty 125cc bike in Hero’s line-up.

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    Jan 15, 2024 07:35:00 PM

    Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 launched at Rs 3.59 lakh

    The Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 is the fourth bike in the 650cc family and is based heavily upon the Super Meteor.

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    Jan 03, 2024 03:41:00 PM

    Hero 440cc bike likely to be called Mavrick 440

    The bike will be based on the Harley-Davidson X440 platform, and is likely to be launched in February.

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    Jan 03, 2024 10:24:00 AM

    Kawasaki Eliminator 500 launched at Rs 5.62 lakh

    The Eliminator name returns to India with underpinnings borrowed from the small-capacity, parallel-twin Kawasakis.

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    Dec 15, 2023 03:11:00 PM

    Yamaha R3 launched at Rs 4.65 lakh

    The Yamaha R3 returns to India with some updates after it went off sale in 2019.

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    Dec 15, 2023 03:09:00 PM

    Yamaha MT-03 launched at Rs 4.60 lakh

    It comes to India for the first time and has been launched alongside its sibling, the Yamaha R3.

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    Mar 10, 2024 07:30:00 AM

    Ducati Monster SP review: SPecial Enough?

    Festooned with top-flight equipment, can this higher-specification Monster justify its asking price?

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    Feb 15, 2024 10:47:00 AM

    Matter Aera 5000+ review: An EV like no other

    Aera comes with its own unique quirks like a 4-speed gearbox.

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    Feb 12, 2024 07:00:00 AM

    New Royal Enfield Himalayan long-term review, 1,000km report

    First report: The big Himalayan takes on life in the big city and has already clocked over 1,000km.

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    Feb 08, 2024 10:37:00 AM

    Matter Aera 5000+ electric bike video review

    Do gears add to or detract from the riding experience on the Matter Aera? Rishaad Mody answers that and more.

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    Jan 29, 2024 10:18:00 AM

    Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 video review

    Is the Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 just a dressed up KTM 390 Duke, or is it more than that? Rishaad Mody answers all...

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    Jan 29, 2024 10:00:00 AM

    Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 review: Now a compelling KTM alt...

    The gen-2 Husqvarnas are all set to go mainstream and we finally have 401 power.

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    Jan 28, 2024 07:00:00 AM

    Hero Xpulse 200 4V long-term review, 10,500 km report

    Final report: After many months and many thousands of kilometres, it’s time to say goodbye to the Xpulse.

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    Jan 27, 2024 07:00:00 AM

    New Royal Enfield Himalayan review, road test

    The big new Himalayan is happy to take on the daily grind as well.

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    Jan 24, 2024 02:02:00 PM

    Hero Xtreme 125R video review

    How does Hero’s sporty new Xtreme 125R ride? Rishaad Mody has the answers.

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    Sep 30, 2023 07:00:00 AM

    Feature: 3D scanning for custom bike parts

    Autologue Design helped us with the fascinating process on our long-term bike.

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    Sep 24, 2023 12:24:00 PM

    EXCLUSIVE! We rode the official MotoGP Safety bike at the...

    Getting to ride the BMW M 1000 RR Safety bike at the BIC was an absolute honour.

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    Jul 27, 2023 07:00:00 AM

    Ducati Riding Experience at Sepang: Dream Land

    Getting to ride a Ducati Panigale V4 S at Sepang and be trained by an ex-MotoGP rider really is the stuff of dreams.

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    Jun 05, 2023 04:21:00 PM

    5 things to consider when buying your first electric scoo...

    There’s more to EVs than just lower pollution and cheaper running costs.

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    Apr 03, 2023 07:00:00 AM

    In conversation with Marco Biondi, President, Sales and M...

    Joining him was Bipul Chandra, Managing Director, Ducati India.

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    Mar 20, 2023 07:00:00 AM

    Feature: Reise TrailR tyres – Block Party

    The Reise TrailR are 50-50 on/off-road tyres by Gujarat-based Mahansaria Group in collaboration with an acclaimed Eur...

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    Mar 05, 2023 07:00:00 AM

    Feature: California Superbike School Level 4 – Fast...

    It seemed apt to experience the highest level of education at the renowned California Superbike School on one of the ...

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    Feb 24, 2023 07:00:00 AM

    River Indie e-scooter: your questions answered

    With a quirky design and some unique features, there are a lot of questions surrounding this new e-scooter. Here are ...

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    Dec 25, 2022 07:00:00 AM

    Feature: TVS Apache RR310 ARRC race bike ridden R...

    Carbon fibre, titanium and billet aluminium components come together to make this the fastest, most advanced TVS Apac...

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    Mar 16, 2024 09:00:00 AM

    Opinion: Highway speed limits need rethinking

    Low speed limits on a 6-lane road result in dangerous braking in front of speed cameras.

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    Feb 27, 2024 07:00:00 AM

    Opinion: Now is a smart time to buy an EV… again

    With uncertainties around the future of the FAME subsidy, it is, once again, a good time to buy an electric two-wheel...

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    Feb 18, 2024 07:00:00 AM

    Opinion: Weight over power

    Now that we have 200+ hp naked street bikes, perhaps it’s time for a shift in priorities.

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    Jan 26, 2024 07:00:00 AM

    Opinion: 2023 - The year that was

    It was a year of growth, big ticket launches, new successes and some major letdowns.

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    Dec 30, 2023 07:00:00 AM

    Opinion: An international riding holiday on a realistic b...

    The great roads in Thailand are only part of the appeal.

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    Dec 03, 2023 07:00:00 AM

    Opinion: What next for the first time big-bike buyer?

    The Indian motorcycle enthusiast needs more compelling upgrade options.

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    Oct 23, 2023 07:00:00 AM

    Opinion: Why BMW and TVS should have a 400cc motor

    The new TVS Apache RTR 310 is impressive in many ways but riding it also highlights why the company needs a larger en...

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    Oct 07, 2023 07:00:00 AM

    Opinion: Who has the last laugh?

    Triumph’s booking numbers were expectedly good, but Harleys were even better.

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    Jul 22, 2023 09:46:00 AM

    Opinion: This is the best bike mod

    Today’s bikes are so capable that rider improvement is the biggest modification they deserve.

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    Poll of the month

    The Creta will be the third Hyundai N-Line model in India. Should more mass-market brands have sporty sub-brands?

    Yes, it's something special for enthusiasts

     

    17.49%

    Yes, but only if there is increased performance

     

    44.39%

    No, it's just a gimmick to increase the price

     

    30.03%

    It doesn't always work; just look at Tata JTP

     

    8.09%

    Total Votes : 989
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