Biking & Motoring

Why India's excited about Turismo Veloce 800

The holy grail of all motorcycles, the M V Agusta Turismo Veloce 800, finds...

Will you buy KTM RC 125 ABS for Rs 1.47 lakh?

Considering the success of KTM Duke 125, KTM motorcycle on Wednesday has...

Bike review: Is the KTM Duke 125 worth Rs 1.18 lakh?

Rajesh Alva reviews the latest addition to the KTM stable.

Has Royal Enfield hit a winner with the Interceptor 650?

Does a big multi-cylinder motorcycle need to be expensive? Royal Enfield does...

Review: Is the Suzuki Burgman Street better than the Access 125?

The Suzuki Burgman Street steps up the style quotient with its maxi-scooter...

Buying your first bike? Read this first

These bikes are a good mixture of style, mileage, performance and...

Meet the latest maxi-scooter in the market!

Rajesh Alva brings you the details of the first maxi-scooter from the Suzuki...

Driving in the monsoon? Keep these tips in mind

It will save you the embarrassment of wading through waterlogged roads in a...

Top 10 Fastest Super Bikes In India

They're sexy, powerful, irresistible and very, very expensive.

Road Test Review: The 2018 Triumph Tiger 800 XCx

Triumph Tiger 800 XCx is fantastic in the city, supremely comfortable on the...

Review: Does Honda Activa 5G have anything new to offer?

Is the Activa 5G the same old 4G in some fancy colours, or does it pack more?...

Is your bike monsoon ready? 9 tips

Rajesh Alva takes you through the vital monsoon checklist for your two wheeler.

Ather 450: An electric scooter that's super-cool

At Rs 1.24 lakh, it's the most expensive scooter manufactured in the country...

2018's top 5 fuel efficient 150-160cc bikes

The 150cc bike segment in the country is witnessing commendable growth every...

At Rs 67,437, is the Bajaj Pulsar 150 Classic worth a buy?

The Bajaj Pulsar 150 classic is Rs 10,118 cheaper than the standard Pulsar 150.

This new Honda bike is sharper and bigger. But is it better?

Things to know before you consider the latest bike in the premium commuter...

Is Ducati Panigale V4 the undisputed king of superbikes?

The new Panigale V4 S' sheer performance, dynamic ability and the ease with...

NTORQ 125: India's most feature-loaded scooter is here

Be it performance, styling, features, refinement and price, the NTORQ ticks...

Why Amit Sadh couldn't keep his hands off this beauty

The Tiger XCx model is priced at Rs 13,76,000.

In Pics: 8 classic beauties you'll want to own

Old is gold discovers Rediff.com's Hitesh Harisinghani.

PICS: Raising the heat at Auto Expo 2018

Rajesh Karkera and Hitesh Harisinghani spotted these beauties at the Auto...

Video: The future of India's auto engineering

Young, raw energy from India's engineering colleges on display!

Auto Expo exclusive: The 1940s Vespa just got a millenial upgrade!

The cute Italian two-wheeler earns an e-scooter avatar.

First look video: The A.M.A.Z.I.N.G Yamaha Motoroid!

The self-balancing concept bike left everybody awestruck at Auto Expo 2018.

Wow: The head-turners at Auto Expo 2018

These bikes were all the craze on Day 1 of Auto Expo 2018's media exclusive.

PICS: Brand New 160cc X-Blade unveiled at Auto Expo 2018

Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera and Hitesh Harisinghani bring you all the...

This Kawasaki Ninja is a good all-rounder...

But you do need to consider that there are bikes now which, at lower price...

Suzuki Gixxer ABS: Is it worth your money?

If you've always fancied a Gixxer SF, or a full-faired bike in that magical...

She's got the looks!

The Street Triple RS is one of the best looking naked motorcycles in the...

Dhoom: Upcoming bikes under Rs 5 lakh

Zigwheel's Niraj lists some of the best motorcycles to look out for this year...

Top upcoming scooters of 2018

Niraj from Zigwheels lists some of the most highly anticipated scooters this...

Wow! Top 15 performance bikes of 2018

Zigwheels' Karan Narsu lists down the highly anticipated performance bikes of...

DROOL: 5 most expensive bikes of 2017

Karan Narsu takes a look at the most gob-smackingly expensive bikes launched...

Bike Wars: Bajaj Dominar vs KTM 390 Duke

Decoding which bike fits you better.

TVS Apache RR310: Absolutely stunning!

The Apache manages to strike a great balance between outright performance and...

Bikers, Google Maps has good news for you

Do you use Google Maps for your daily commute? If not, then here's why you must.

What's so unique about the Suzuki Intruder 150!

The Intruder 150 is Suzuki's first Indian-made cruiser, but does it offer...

Your guide to becoming a superbiker

Don't hold your horsepower any more!

Will you buy the Suzuki Intruder 150 for Rs 98k?

The bike ticks all the right boxes when it comes to style, handling and...

First Look: The Hero XPulse

Can it take Hero Impulse's legacy to the next level?Can it rival Royal...

Should you buy the Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 for 78k?

The bike ticks all the right boxes when it comes to style, performance, ride...

5 dangers of using old tyres in your vehicle

When it comes to vehicle maintenance, one component that tops the ignorance...

Most fuel-friendly motorcycles of 2017

Today, all the bikes on sale in India are converted to BS IV; we bring you...

Is the Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin worth it?

To ride the Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin you need to master the electronic...

The best looking naked two-wheeler!

Aakash S Paul finds out exactly what sets this new Triumph bike apart.

Pulsar NS 200 vs Apache RTR 200. And the winner is...

Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 vs TVS Apache RTR 200

A worthy successor to GSX-R1000

The GSX-R1000 is now on offer in an all-new, even more lethal avatar, laced...

The 7 best driving tips for monsoon

Be safe, drive better, follow these vital tips when you drive this monsoon

5 tips to increase your car's fuel economy

These alone can drive down your fuel costs by 20 per cent

Will Honda Cliq click with Indians?

Karan Narsu rides the quirky new Honda Cliq to find out if it's got the goods...

10 ways you can reduce car braking time

These will help you avoid accidents while driving

2017 MV Agusta Brutale 800: You will love this Italian diva!

The exotic Italian manufacturer steps into the middleweight naked space with...

Falling in love with the Triumph Bonneville T100

The bike is extremely thrilling right from scratch and I couldn't help...

4 sports bikes launching now!

Planning to buy a sports bike?Naveen Soni looks at the coming attractions in...

Is the Kawasaki W800 coming to India?

Kawasaki W800 could make its way into India. What this bike offers is classic...

10 bikes that made an impression in 2016

We bring you the top 10 bikes that made their mark in 2016

Harley-Davidson 1200 Custom Vs Indian Scout Sixty

Team BikeDekho takes the duo for a spin to decide who the winner is in this...

Is this India's most unique motorcycle?

The Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber, priced at Rs 14 lakh, the V9 Bobber is an expensive...

Bike review: Benelli TNT 600 i ABS

Benelli's VFM street fighter finally gets ABS and we took it for a quick spin

American beast on Indian roads

The Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special gives the word humongous a whole new...

Will you buy a scooter for Rs 15 lakh?

Stop rubbing your eyes! You read that right! The Aprilia SRV 850 ABS/ATC is...

Bike Review: TVS Apache 200

Known for their brisk performance, sweet handling and strong styling cues,...

Indian Scout Sixty: What's so special?

The smallest of the Indian Motorcycle line-up comes packin' with a 1000cc...

An 'Achiever' for mature riders!

If you are looking for an upgrade to your regular commuter bike and want a...

5 most expensive motorcycles in India

The least expensive among these starts at Rs 22,60,560, according to a list...

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V: What's hot, what's not!

Known for their brisk performance, sweet handling and strong styling cues,...

Triumph Street Twin: The British Brute

Indian automobile website Motorbeam went for a weekend trip to the...

Go Commando! The hot new bike in India

An all new bike maker has arrived in India introducing its cruiser bike, the...

2017 KTM Duke 390: What's new?

Now that the bike is all set to debut at the 2016 EICMA Motorcycle Show in...

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R: The Silent Killer

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R stands tall among all superbikes

The most affordable Aprilia is here!

The Aprilia SR150 is a great buy and could be a perfect bet for the Piaggio...

Should you buy Hero Splendor iSmart 110 for Rs 53k?

Arun Mohan Nadar was impressed with this indigenously developed bike

This Harley-Davidson will be yours for Rs 16.89 lakh

Harley-Davidson's Heritage Softail Classic gets some updates. Arun Mohan...

Can these bikes beat Royal Enfield's Thunderbird 350?

UM Motorcycles has entered the Indian market with two new models. BikeDekho...

Hero Splendor iSmart 110: Review

Should you buy the recently-launched Hero Splendor iSmart 110 for Rs 58,000?...

Is Honda Livo the best youth bike?

The Livo is one stylish looking motorcycle that's a blend of swooping lines...

Planning to buy the Honda Hornet 160R?

Here are the 160R's pros and cons to help you make up your mind.

10 tips for a stress-free road trip

MotorOctane tells you how to make them enjoyable as you soak in the glory of...

0-100 in 5 seconds

Kawasaki has earned a name amongst superbike enthusiasts in a way which no...

Is Bajaj Pulsar RS200 worth its price?

Is Bajaj Pulsar RS200 worth its price?

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V: What's hot, what's not!

TVS Apache RTR 200 4VArun Mohan Nadar takes the RTR 200 4V on a 2,000...

Honda CBR 250RR launched; No India plans yet

The Honda CBR 250RR has been formally unveiled in Indonesia and sales are set...

Ducati Scrambler vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Both these bikes cost around Rs 7.5 lakh on Indian roads. So, which one...

5 most popular bikes of 2016

These five vehicles are the most popular two-wheelers launched till date in...

Bad news for BMW fans in India?

After raising hopes of bike enthusiasts in India, BMW, it seems, may not...

Bike review: 2016 Triumph Thruxton R

We know that the new Thruxton R looks so beautiful that anyone can fall in...

Top 5 fuel-efficient scooters in India

If you are looking for a comfortable ride on bustling Indian roads without...

Honda Navi vs Honda Activa 3G: What's different?

The Honda Navi ushers in an entirely new class of two-wheeler in the country....

Aprilia's lethal weapon

The latest iteration of the super naked Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 has been...

Meet the most intimidating motorcycle on Indian roads

More than 2.6 meters long, a metre wide, and boasting a dry weight of 421kg,...

5 most popular 150cc motorcycles in India

Changing times these. 100cc commuter bikes are passe and more and more youth...

Mahindra's got its Mojo back!

Mahindra is an automotive brand which is not exactly 'world renowned' for its...

Simply awesome!

Ducati has raised the bar in the middleweight sportsbike segment with its...

Kawasaki Versys 650: Review

True blue adventure-tourer or Ninja 650 on stilts? Ravi Ved puts the Versys...

How to improve your bike's fuel efficiency

We list down various ways in which you can derive the best mileage from your...

What's new in the Benelli TNT 600i?

Well, along with the usual bells and whistles of premium superbikes, the...

Bike review: Royal Enfield Himalayan vs Mahindra Mojo

How does the Royal Enfield Himalayan launched as the country's first budget...

5 most expensive bikes in India

In the Rs 35-50 lakh range, these superbikes can make your presence special,...

What a winner!

With its highly competitive price tag and its ability to do multiple tasks...

Get ready for BMW G310R!

The birth-child of the much renowned TVS-BMW joint venture, the new BMW...

Is your bike monsoon ready?

Here are a few tips and things to look out for to ensure that your bike is...

An Italian head-turner this!

Arun Nadar reviews the Moto Guzzi Audace, a uniquely-styled, Italian cruiser...

Top 5 bikes in India under Rs 2 lakh

It may get a little confusing to take your pick when the menu has so many...

Born again!

The Triumph Bonneville Street Twin has never been about exploring your...

Top 8 two-wheelers for college students

Your perfect college companions...

Atop Himalayan Highs

The TVS Scooty Zest Himalayan Highs edition is a special edition of the...

The Silent Killer

The exhaust note of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R 2016 is quite muffled and it...

7 bikes that Indians rejected

...because their design did not get a thumbs up from motorcycling enthusiasts...

Another Italian comes to town!

After Aprilia, legendary Italian motorcycle major MV Agusta has finally...

MV Agusta Brutale 1090: Review

If you're in the hunt for an exotic, fast and stunning looking motorcycle,...

Honda CB Unicorn 160: The long term report

Over 10,000 km in a year but the bike still offers adequate amount of power...

2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R: Review

If you have the money and are looking for a fast and comfortable sports...

Aamir Khan buys India's patriotic motorcycle

Aamir Khan has bought himself a humble V15 which has been marketed very well...

Vintage recall

Once a rage on Indian roads, the Yezdi motorcyle and its cult are stronger...

5 signs it's time to change your motorcycle tyres

When exactly should one decide to replace the tyre?

Bike Review: Hero Electric Cruz

The Hero Electric Cruz is a good electric vehicle, but has a few more boxes...

Cute and quirky: Honda Navi, first ride

The Honda Navi is quirky in its nature and has a love-it-or-hate-it aura...

India's top 10 fuel-efficient bikes

MotorBeam take has a look at the 10 most frugal bikes in India.

5 superbikes that will blow your mind away

All have been inspired by supercars

7 things you should check if your motorcycle is not starting

Perform these simple checks to resolve the problem on your own

Honda Navi review: Activa redesigned

MotorOctane took this fun bike for a spin around a fun place -- Imagica...

Suzuki Gixxer is the bike to beat!

The Suzuki Gixxer is truly a workhorse, as anyone who owns this motorcycle...

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V: First Ride Impression

The Apache RTR 200 4V handles the flagship crown with aplomb!

Review: Indian Chief Dark Horse

The Dark Horse is a perfect combination of beauty and power and a perfect...

Bike review: Honda Unicorn 160

The Honda Unicorn 160 is a perfect replacement for the iconic 150 which has...

Bike Review: Triumph Street Triple 675

The Triumph Street Triple 675 is a classy, sporty motorcycle with probably a...

This Bajaj is made from INS Vikrant

Narendra Sharma of MotorOctane took the Bajaj V15 for a ride and here are his...

At Rs 7.5 lakh this Kawasaki is worth every dime

The Kawasaki Versys 650 is a motorcycle built to effortlessly trace miles and...

Heavyweights roll in

The India Bike Week in Goa was a celebration of the joy of biking

30 secrets of a smart tourer

Sheetal Bidaye shares some handy travel tips.

Beast of a bike!

The new TVS Apache RTR 200 is faster than its smaller siblings and more...

Ogle! Drool! Enjoy!

Sexy bikes to lust after!

Vintage! Pure Gold!

We take a look at vintage two-wheelers on display at the just-concluded Auto...

Electrifying! Bikes and models at Auto Expo

For a change, glamour goes rural as exhibitors glam up their products meant...

And finally, the Thruxton!

As promised, ladies and gentlemen, here's the Triumph Thruxton.

Auto Expo 2016: The beauties on Day 2

Triumph motorcycles India launched its next generation of Bonneville...

Auto Expo 2016: Bikes, glamour, launch!

Drool! Drool! Drool!

Honda's fun bike is here!

The Honda NAVI is completely customisable as per the customer's choice.

Honda's fun bike is here!

The Honda NAVI is completely customisable as per the customer's choice.

Unveiled: The Royal Enfield Himalayan

The Royal Enfield Himalayan might boost the motorcycle touring culture in...

Bitten by the Bullet

For an increasing number of bike enthusiasts, the Royal Enfield is becoming a...

In Pics: Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom

Harley-Davidson has launched its Sportster 1200 Custom in India at a starting...

TVS Motor's double dhamaka!

TVS Motor on Wednesday launched its highest capacity motorcycle yet in the...

Mahindra Gusto 125: First Impressions

Mahindra 2 Wheelers may be a young entrant to the gearless scooter segment,...

DROOL: 10 bikes that will take your breath away

Indian automobile website MotorBeam brings to you 10 performance bikes that...

5 priciest motorcycles of 2015

After cheapest bikes, here come the costliest motorcycles launched during 2015.

Top 5: Bikes with best mileage

These are the best value for money bikes in terms of the money they save by...

The Best Indian Motorcycles of 2015

Cutting through the two-wheeler clutter we list the best value for money...

Top 5 powerful bikes of 2015

The year saw not just the launch of premium commuters but also brought out...

5 long-awaited motorcycles at 2016 Auto Expo

The perfect platform to grab attention and engage with prospective customers,...

Kawasaki launches KLX110 at Rs 2.91 lakh

Kawasaki's mini off-roader emulates the bigger KLX450 motocross bike.

Hero Xtreme Sports Review: Playing catch up

At Rs 80,000 (on-road,Pune), the bike is priced slightly lower than its...

Top 7 affordable bikes of 2015

Solid looks. Solid features. Affordable prices.

Honda CB Hornet 160R: First Ride Impressions

Narendra Sharma takes the Honda CB Hornet 160R for a spin on Goa's roads.

Honda CB Hornet 160R is yours for Rs 80k

After much speculations and wait, Honda has finally launched its highly...

Hero MotoCorp's Hunk gets a facelift

Suzuki Gixxer, Yamaha FZ-S and Honda CB Hornet 160R, beware! Here comes the...

KTM RC 390 all set for India launch?

While details are yet to be confirmed there are chances that Bajaj will...

Review: Bajaj Avenger Street 150

Bajaj Avenger Street 150

Honda CB Hornet 160R all set to enter India

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Ltd. is coming up with its new two-wheeler...

First Impressions: Riding Bajaj Avenger Street 220 and Cruise 220

Tanmay Pangam took the two Avengers for a spin and is mighty impressed

Predator on the prowl!

Unconventional and still quirky looking as ever, the Mojo gets me thinking of...

6 motorcycles that failed in India

Here are 6 Indian motorcycles which were complete failures in the Indian...

Embracing the dark side

The Indian Chief Dark Horse is targeted at the tough riders that do not want...

Suzuki's comeback!

Suzuki has made a great comeback in the 150cc segment with the launch of the...

Want to ride at the Buddh International Circuit?

Yamaha's MotoGP rider, Jorge Lorenzo is coming to India later this year and...

The Bajaj Triad

Avenger, the much-awaited cruiser by Bajaj Auto launched on october 27....

#BikeMemories: My Rajdoot seldom let me down

Tapas Bose from Kolkata sent us this interesting story about his Rajdoot 175cc.

Welcome the Italian legends!

The Brutale 1090 is the first offering to come from MV Agusta in India and is...

Mahindra has got its Mojo back

Mahindra Mojo launched at an exciting price of Rs 158,000. The price is valid...

In Pics: The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R gets comprehensively updated for the 2016 model...

#Memories: 5 forgotten Indian bikes

All iconic and very rare to find now, they are still high in demand among the...

Revealed: India-bound 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

The launch date in India is yet unknown, but as all the flagship bikes are...

Benelli TNT 25 street-fighter to take on KTM Duke 200

The Benelli TNT 25 is a single-cylinder quarter-litre offering positioned...

PICS: Harley Davidson's India line-up for 2016

All Harley Davidson models have received technical tweaks for MY2016 and the...

Manali-Leh road trip: Stop before you continue

Go, live your life in Leh for as long as you want.

The bike that made Suzuki credible in India

Is this the best motorcycle to buy in the 150cc segment in India?

Honda Livo: Review

If you are a stylish commuter and don't mind paying a higher initial price,...

Mahindra to sell Peugeot scooters in North Africa

Mahindra to sell Peugeot scooters in North Africa

2016 Ducati Monster 1200 R: From 0 to 100 in 3.2 seconds

The Monster 1200 R is the most aggressive and powerful naked bike to come...

Pulsar AS 200 vs Pulsar 200 NS: And the winner is...

Keeping aside the aesthetic differences, the Pulsar 200 twins are identical...

Biking comforts: What women want!

Sheetal Bidaye, an avid biker for more than 20 years now, offers solutions to...

Only for Yamaha fans

The Yamaha R3 balances good design, performance and comfort while losing out...

Yamaha YFZ R3: First Impressions

Praveen Sathaye took to the track on the R3 pushing the bike to test its...

What will TVS's new bike look like?

To be launched in early 2016, TVS is planning to introduce a new 125cc...

Why Suzuki Gixxer SF triumphs over its rivals

Despite the premium, the Suzuki Gixxer SF feels worth every penny making it...

KTM's Freeride E SM

KTM is on a roll we all know but the Austrian bike maker has gone a step...

For the love of Ducati

We compare the Ducati Monster 821 with Kawasaki Z800 only to find out that if...

What a Warrior!

Indian bikers have been having a lot of attention lately. The latest to join...

Suzuki GSX S1000 vs Kawasaki Z1000

Launched in December 2013, the Kawasaki Z1000 costs Rs 25,000 more than the...

Gaining lost glory

After the legendary success of RD350 and RX100, Yamaha Motors India had lost...

Excellence unmatched!

The modern hardware on the Pulsar AS 200 makes it excel in almost every...

Honda Livo comes to town

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) Ltd. has finally launched the new...

Should you buy Yamaha Fascino for Rs 64.5k?

The styling on the Yamaha Fascino emerges as extremely fresh and the capable...

Top 5 riding mistakes beginners make

Avoid these for your own safety as well as those on the roads

This Yamaha is not for the purists

The Saluto retains Yamaha's typical character with a smooth and efficient...

0 to 100 in three seconds!

Priced at Rs 15.75 lakh (on-road, Mumbai), the Versys 1000 LT is hard to shy...

A value for money package!

At Rs 52,610 (on-road, Mumbai), the attractive pricing, refined engine and...

Absolutely worth the premium!

The Hero Impulse was in a massive need for power and the 223cc engine from...

4 awesome ways to improve your bike's performance

There are many ways to improve a bike's power character. Here are some sure...

Yamaha's Vespa?

The Yamaha Fascino is a cheaper option for those who want to buy a stylish...

Dynamite on wheels

Benelli's TNT R is a powerful bike that weighs much less than others of its...

Is Pulsar AS 200 a value-for-money bike?

The Pulsar AS 200 addresses the shortcomings of the 200 NS with improved...

KTM's two new #TwoFifties are here!

We are sure you'll make a beeline to book either of these beauties -- KTM RC...

Bajaj Auto is on a Pulsar 'adventure'!

The Pulsar 150 AS is positioned as an adventure tourer+commuter motorcycle...

Bajaj Auto has truly upped their game, and how

With the introduction of Pulsar in the first decade of this century, the...

How to clean your bike's air filter

Regular cleaning of air filters not only improves the health of your bike's...

It's official! Women drive better than men

Contrary to the commonly held belief that women can't drive, a new study has...

Suzuki Gixxer SF hits the bull's eye

Not only has the additional fairing made the Suzuki Gixxer SF more appealing...

Biking to Ladakh? Mistakes you must avoid!

On your upcoming trips to Ladakh we surely hope you guys keep these tips in...

Only for males, please!

While Hero Maestro may not excel in any one department, given the service...