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Choosing between the FZ-S, Gixxer and CB Hornet

Which is the 150cc motorcycle to choose from between the Yamaha FZ-S, Suzuki Gixxer and Honda CB Hornet 160.
1 min read19 May '18
Autocar India News Desk

Which bike is the do I choose from between the Yamaha FZ-S, Suzuki Gixxer and Honda CB Hornet 160? My priority is comfort, mileage, good low-end torque and a soft suspension as I require it for long distance riding.
Arvind, Chandigarh

AAA Of the three bikes you have listed, the Hornet has the most upright riding position, the softest suspension set-up and the strongest engine. The Gixxer is more fun to ride in terms of handling involvement, but the Hornet will meet your requirements well. Honda has just launched a new ABS version of the Hornet and we strongly suggest that you spend the extra money for this potentially lifesaving feature.

Heaven freezes over: Riding to the Himalayas on Royal Enfields

Some people are mad enough to ride into the Himalayas during winter. We don ten layers of clothes to observe and partake with these nutcases.
9 min read15 May '18
Autocar India News Desk

Spiti Valley has this ability to tell you exactly how ant-sized you are in this universe.

Deadlifts are something you might be doing quite often on ice.

Snow chains. Easy to fit and saves lives.

Always wear your helmet – on the bike and in a snow fight.

Think only you have bad hair days?

Spiti Valley is empty and devoid of tourists this time of year. Oh, except for these nuts on motorcycles who come looking for trouble.

You can get dog-tired battling deep snow.

Take me to your leader, she said.

Imps in a winter wonderland.

Some feel colder than others, obviously.

Hot food is heaven when it is this cold.

I have no beef with you, Mr Parmar.

You’re as cold as ice is a song and, as you can see here, a feeling.

The woods are lovely, dark and deep but we’ve got a ride to complete.

Seven bikes, a great bunch of people. What a ride!

Bajaj Dominar Trans-Siberian Odyssey

15,600km. 53 days. 6 countries. 3 Dominars. No parts change. No backup. No breakdown. Three men and their machines brave the Trans-Siberian ride.
2 min read4 May '18
Autocar India News Desk

How to correctly maintain matte paint

Here is your guide to maintaining the matte paint on your vehicle.
2 min read30 Apr '18
Firoze Irani

10 tips for riding long-distance in a group

Dreaming of going on group rides? Here’s how you can do it safely and still have fun!
5 min read27 Apr '18
Ruman Devmane

Disassembling and reassembling the Harley-Davidson Milwaukee-Eight engine

We spend two days at the Harley-Davidson University in Gurgaon disassembling and reassembling the new Milwaukee-Eight engine.
4 min read22 Feb '18
Firoze Irani