The Yezdi Roadster is supposed to be a bad boy dressed in a sharp three-piece suit. We decode the character of this retro-modern cruiser.
[Read more…]Archives for April 2022
2022 Triumph Street Triple RS India Review, Specs, Price
The 2022 Triumph Street Triple RS is low on emission, gets some more grunt, and a heart-shuddering price tag, but remains a no-compromise middle-weight streetfighter that you should go for.
[Read more…]Yamaha Showcase Two EVs at Event, Launch Imminent
The Yamaha Neo’s and E01 were showcased at an exclusive event, hinting at the launch of Yamaha’s first set of EVs.
After the successful launch of the refreshed MT-15, it looks like Yamaha are going the electric way for its next few launches. A close source tells us that the Neo’s and E01 scooters have been showcased at a dealer only event held recently. While details will follow soon, for now, this is only a preview of what we could see from the Japanese manufacturer next. And, luckily, we’ve recently ridden one of the two EVs—the Yamaha Neo’s—and the review is out in the April 2022 issue of Bike India. Here are a few details about the two scooters that could potentially make their way to India.
[Read more…]Triumph Tiger Sport 660 First Ride Review – Taming the Tiger
We explore the potential of the smallest Tiger in Triumph’s line-up by riding it on some of the best roads in Dehradun.
[Read more…]Bounce Infinity E1: India’s First Electric Scooter with Swappable Battery
Bounce Infinity E1 electric scooter production begins at Bhiwadi, Rajasthan manufacturing plant which has an annual capacity of over 2 lakh units.
[Read more…]Suzuki Avenis 125 First Ride: Access Sportified?
Suzuki have finally stepped onto the sporty scooter playground, but does the Avenis have enough beans to beat the top dogs?
[Read more…]2022 Yamaha MT-15 Bookings Unofficially Open
The order books for the 2022 Yamaha MT-15 are unofficially open. A price bump along with a gamut of equipment is expected to be seen
[Read more…]APRIL 2022
Recognition for the Meritorious
The Bike India Awards were presented last month. Even with all the headwinds in the automobile industry, we had a strong field of two-wheelers contending for the coveted Two-wheeler of the Year Award. Incidentally, the premium bikes launched last year outnumbered the entry-level commuter bikes. The Indian Motorcycle of the Year (IMOTY) Awards were also given away last month.
The adventure sport motorcycle segment is gaining considerable momentum with more and more people opting for these bikes because they are quite easy to ride during their daily commuting as well as for long-distance touring, with good off-roading capabilities thrown in for good measure. In the beginning this segment was limited only to high-end motorcycles until the Royal Enfield Himalayan was introduced at an affordable price. We pitted the Yezdi against the Himalayan to see which one is the better all-round motorcycle.
The economy is just about recovering from the after-effects of COVID-19 and now we are witness to the Ukraine war which is affecting global economy.
The party is over for us Indians because the elections are over. An increase in fuel prices is the daily order now, with petrol costing in excess of Rs 114 per litre.
The safety of electric bikes is becoming a big concern. A father and daughter died due to an electric scooter catching fire during charging. Another case was that of a scooter catching fire in Pune. Everybody seems to be jumping on the EV bandwagon to make a quick buck, endangering people’s life in the process. Without proper testing, these products are made available in the market in a hurry.
There is a lead period of nearly four years for an internal combustion engine bike from the drawing board to the showroom. The EV is a new ballgame altogether, so the manufacturers need to be more careful and undertake rigorous testing to make sure that their two-wheelers are safe before marketing them.
Aspi Bhathena
Editor