The scooter is the psychological antithesis of the motorcycle. Whereas the motorcycle has evolved into a transportation tool that is increasingly focusing on riding pleasure, the scooter has evolved into a more practical tool for the dyed-in-the-wool commuter. We find out which of these three scooters offer the maximum bang (utility) for the buck [Read more…]
The Heart of the Matter: Suzuki V-Strom First Ride Review
There are plenty of things to appreciate about the new Suzuki V-Strom, but the party piece in the package has to be that super V-twin heart tucked in a sweet handling frame. We bring you the seat of the pants report [Read more…]
Corner Carver: Yamaha FZ-S FI v2.0 Long Term Review
The first Yamaha FZ-S was quite in love with corners. The new Yamaha FZ-S FI v2.0 is no different [Read more…]
The Devil Wears Carbon: Ducati Diavel Carbon First Ride Review
The Ducati Diavel Carbon is a machine unlike any other. With its sci-fi looks, car-like features and monstrous power this Ducati justifies its name, even though its devilish streak is hidden under a veneer of refinement [Read more…]
All-new 125cc Yamaha Saluto Launched
Yamaha have launched the India-specific Saluto 125-cc motorcycle at Rs 52,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi). [Read more…]
Ready to Race: KTM RC 390 and RC 200 Road Test Review
The fully faired sport motorcycle trend is a relatively recent phenomenon. Yamaha were the first to deliver a purpose-built small-capacity sport bike in the form of the R15 a few years ago and then Honda gave us the CBR 250R and then 150. However, KTM have probably given us the first set of bikes that are genuine sport bikes that make no pretension to wanting to be put to commuter use. Here’s our take on the RC 390 and the 200 [Read more…]
The Feel-good Bike: Hyosung GT 250 R First Ride Review
The Hyosung GT250R now sports a new set of graphics that enliven the bike’s sporty styling. We get astride this Korean quarter-litre motorbike [Read more…]
Suzuki Gixxer SF- First Impressions Review
A brief introduction of the Suzuki Gixxer’s faired twin [Read more…]
Race-derived: KTM RC 390 First Ride Review
The newly launched KTM RC 390 is the sport bike that India needs. That is how the KTM management described things at the launch. Fortunately, we can tell you if it’s true or not, for we were one of the three Indian publications to be invited to Modena in Italy to ride the motorcycle [Read more…]
Hoot Motard: Aprilia Dorsoduro First Ride Review
The Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 ABS is a veritable grin factory on two wheels as we found out on the windy roads up to Nandi Hills in Bengaluru [Read more…]