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Preetam is a seasoned motoring journalist with a specialisation and passion for two-wheelers, even though every now and then he tries to take off on long multi-day drives to the mountains as well. He has been riding motorcycles since the early 1990s and started touring since the late ‘90s when motorcycle touring was an almost unheard-of concept. He has owned all sorts of motorcycles, from two-stroke singles, twins and four-stroke thumpers and multi-cylinder models. He’s been heading two-wheeler content at car&bike for close to 8 years and helps provide a key perspective to all two-wheeler industry and product-related stories. He has also played a leadership role in mentoring others in the car&bike editorial team along the way.
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GST Effect On Bikes: Prices In India
GST impact on bikes will affect ex-showroom prices once Goods and Service Tax (GST) comes into effect from 1 July 2017. Prices of two-wheelers will have some impact due to the new tax structure. The GST impact on bikes though isn't all that simple. We take a look at how bike prices will be affected from 1 July 2017 when GST rates will be implemented
2017 Triumph Street Triple S Review
The new Triumph Street Triple S gets more power, more torque, standard ABS, traction control and riding modes. We spend some time with the feisty and fun Striple, and come back very satisfied
BMW R 1200 GS Powers India Sales
BMW Motorrad has already sold close to 150 bikes in the two and a half months since the company started operations in India, and it's the adventure bikes like the GS and GSA, which seem to be leading the sales volumes
GST Effect On Bikes: TVS Announces Benefits, Premium Bikes May Cost More
The GST impact of prices on two-wheelers is still not entirely clear with some two-wheeler manufacturers announcing that GST benefits will be passed on to customers, but actual discount amounts haven't been disclosed yet. Premium bikes from brands like Triumph and Ducati may be more expensive in some states, while in others, they may be cost marginally lower than current prices.
Opinion: Will The Honda Cliq Be As Successful As The Activa?
The new Honda Cliq scooter is based on the bestselling Honda Activa. And Honda has positioned the new Cliq scooter primarily for the rural and semi-urban markets. Can it replicate the success of the Honda Activa? We seek some answers
Honda Cliq Scooter: First Ride Review
The new Honda Cliq is based on, and is in fact an extension of the bestselling Honda Activa range, but at a less expensive price tag. The Cliq is targeted primarily at the rural and semi-urban markets. We spend some seat time with the Honda Cliq to see what it offers
Honda Cliq: All You Need To Know
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has launched the company's least expensive scooter, the Honda Cliq. What is it and what does it offer to the prospective automatic scooter buyer? Here's a look at all you need to know about the new Honda Cliq.
Eicher Polaris Multix Launched In Delhi At Rs. 3.19 Lakh
The Multix has been developed after extensive consumer study and aims to fulfill multiple requirements - personal vehicle, goods transport and also work as a power generator.
Ducati Multistrada 950: All You Need To Know
The new Ducati Multistrada 950 offers a less intimidating option in the Multistrada family - similar road presence, similar ride quality, but with easy to use power and a more accessible price. Here's a look at all you need to know about the Ducati Multistrada 950.
2017 Triumph Street Triple: All You Need To Know
The 2017 Triumph Street Triple promises to be a practical, fun and high-performance motorcycle with superlative handling. What makes it special? We take a look at all there's to know about the new Striple
2017 Kawasaki Ninja 650 Review
The new Kawasaki Ninja 650 gets a nip tuck; it's sleeker, sportier, lighter and gets updated styling. We spend some time with the 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 650 to see what it has to offer
Royal Enfield Sales Grow 25 Per Cent In May 2017
Royal Enfield sold over 60,000 bikes in May 2017, with exports registering a healthy growth of over 49 per cent.
MV Agusta Brutale 800 Launch Details Revealed
The 2017 MV Agusta Brutale 800 is undergoing homologation and will be launched in July 2017, at around Rs. 15 lakh (ex-showroom)
Harley-Davidson Plans Factory In Thailand
Harley-Davidson says the upcoming factory in Thailand is being set up to cater to a growing customer base in Asia
Opinion: New TVS Apache RR 310S Video Puts Focus On Road Safety
In the video, a Bajaj Dominar is trying to catch up with the test mule of the TVS Apache RR 310S, and both bikes are doing speeds in excess of 150 kmph. As more and more bikes, and cars, become more performance-oriented, the focus now needs to shift increasingly to road safety
Chevrolet Sales To Be Officially Stopped From 2018
Sales of all Chevrolet vehicles in India will end on 31 December 2017, General Motors has said. The statement comes after GM announced its decision to stop sales of the company's cars in India
Honda Africa Twin Vs Triumph Tiger 800 XCx: Specifications Comparison
The Honda Africa Twin is placed slap bang in Triumph Tiger 800 territory, both in terms of adventure capability and pricing. Will the Africa Twin pose a challenge to the leader in the adventure touring segment? We take a close look at each bike.
TVS Apache 310 To Carry Forward Company's Racing Heritage
TVS Motor Company is preparing to launch its flagship motorcycle - the TVS Apache RR 310S. The new model's launch also coincides with the TVS Apache brand completing 10 years. We have a brief chat with Arun Siddharth, Vice President (Marketing) - Motorcycles at TVS Motor Company
TVS Apache RR 310S Launch Details Revealed
The TVS Apache RR 310S is based on the BMW G 310 R. The G 310 R is a product of the TVS-BMW long-term cooperation, and built at the TVS manufacturing plant for the world.
Will HMSI Launch The Honda XRE 300 In India?
The Honda XRE 300 is a dual-sport motorcycle which is sold in Brazil. Now, there have been rumours and speculation that Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) is planning to launch the XRE 300 in India. But is there a market for a 300 cc dual-sport in India?
