I rode an AVL T-bird and it left a very good impression on me. This chassis can handle more cornering forces than what most owners are capable of and the rubber, despite looking a bit thin design-wise, provides decent grip and a sense of solidity to the proceedings. That is good news indeed for those who plan to spend their days exploring winding roads that lead to spectacular sunsets. And the ride quality over bad roads or no-road conditions is the best in its class in India.

The engine, with hydraulic tappets and an automatic primary chain tensioner apart from the twin-spark ignition, will help RE meet future emission norms easily and more importantly it returns 40 kpl (combined cycle) without much effort. So it is an improvement over the single-plug model and hence a landmark for the legendary brand. But I do have a question which I hope will be answered by the three men whom I mentioned at the start of this report.

Photograph: Royal Enfield

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