A while ago, Indian Motorcycle launched the flat-tracker Indian FTR 1200 in the country. [Read more…]
Archives for April 2019
May 2019
Dismal Trend
Two -wheeler sales have witnessed a steady decline over the past six months and this has prompted most of the manufacturers to cut down production. Incidentally, the health of the automobile industry is a good indicator of how the economy is doing.
Last month I was in Portugal to ride the all-new BMW S 1000 RR at the Estoril racetrack. The bike is truly a rocket ship. You may read my first ride report in this issue. The problem I face while riding these 200-plus-PS motorcycles is that I am sore for three to four day after the ride. This is due to not riding a motorcycle on the racetrack on a regular basis. The last time I rode a motorcycle on a racetrack was in January 2018 when I had gone to Valencia to ride the Ducati Panigale V4.
After the S 1000 RR ride I headed straight to Las Vegas for the BMW X7 drive and all the fellow journalists were laughing at me as I was struggling to walk up and down stairs. All I can say is that I am thankful to God that I can still wobble around a racetrack at a decent clip and keep the Indian flag flying. Most of the Australian, American, and European journalists are very quick to look down upon Asian journalists, especially when you have grey hair. However, it is only when they see you ride that their perception changes and so does their attitude.
Indian motor sport suffered a big loss with the passing away of George Francis. I had known George since my racing days when he got into race photography. He used to be present at all the race meetings in Chennai and I remember having fun with him while he was shooting. Whatever few action shots I have of myself are thanks to George. Thank you,
George. May your soul rest in peace.
Aspi Bhathena
Editor
2019 Ducati Scrambler First Ride Review – Ciao Scrambella
We were invited to get a taste of the new 2019 Ducati Scrambler 800 line-up in stunning Khao Lak, Thailand. [Read more…]
2019 Ducati Scrambler Range Launched
The new 2019 range of the Ducati Scrambler 800 line, comprising the Icon, Desert Sled, and Cafe Racer, with prices starting at Rs 7.89 for the Icon. We will also get the fourth model in the line-up called the Full Throttle, which is based on flat-track racebikes. [Read more…]
Triumph Speed Twin Launched in India
The much awaited Triumph Speed Twin has finally been launched, priced at Rs 9.46 lakh (ex-showroom), adding yet another motorcycle to the successful Modern Classic line up. [Read more…]
BMW Motorrad to launch 1,800-cc Cruiser Next Year
This minimalistic custom motorcycle, the Birdcage, created by Revival Cycles, showcases BMW Motorrad’s massive new 1,800-cc boxer twin that will do duty in a cruiser aimed squarely at Harley-Davidson’s market. [Read more…]
Triumph Speed Twin First Ride Review – Retro Revolution
Triumph Motorcycles have resurrected an old, celebrated moniker from the late 1930s for their latest modern classic. We took it out for a spin around Mallorca to see if the fledgling lives up to the legend [Read more…]
2019 Honda CBR650R Launch in India
The Honda CBR650R has replaced the Honda CBR650F in India and it is priced at Rs 7.70 lakh (ex-showroom). [Read more…]
Limited Edition MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR America Coming to India
We all know that the MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR is an exclusive motorcycle. Taking that exclusivity to another level, five units of a special Brutale 800RR America edition of this blistering street-naked offering from the Italian brand will be available here in India. [Read more…]
Triumph Motorcycles India to Host Triumph Track Experience at BIC
The upcoming Triumph Track Experience at Buddh International Circuit will be the first such track training programme by the British marque in India
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