About Kingshuk Dutta
Kingshuk DuttaConnect with this authorIt has been 10 years since Kingshuk stepped into the interesting world of automotive journalism. From being a part of a team that drove two Mercedes-Benz SUVs from Germany to India to covering the WRC in Australia, along with various international media events he has done it all. He is equally happy behind the wheel of a car or on a motorcycle. All he wishes is to own and adventure touring motorcycle and explore India. In case you would want to help him realise his dream, please drop him a mail. Donations are accepted in cash and kind. Also, he dabbles in automotive photography, Liverpool, Football and Metallica are things close to his heart.
Articles of Kingshuk Dutta

BMW R 1300 GS Review: Big Daddy Of ADVs Ridden In Ladakh
The BMW R 1300 GS comes to India, challenging the full-size adventure bike segment with its new powertrain and a boatload of electronic features. We ride the ADV in breathtaking yet challenging terrains of Ladakh to get a sense of what the R 1300 GS offers.
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Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE Review; Best Middleweight Adventure Motorcycle?
The Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE is a brilliant machine! It does everything well and at the price, it is a steal, in case you want a premium adventure motorcycle which doesn’t cost over Rs. 20 lakh.
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Yamaha MT-03 Real World Review: In Pictures
The Yamaha MT-03 is a genuinely good product and is a great tool for riding daily. The only thing holding it back is its pricing.
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Exclusive: Reise Moto Looking To Launch Whitewall Tyres In India This Year
Reise Moto is a relatively young tyre brand in India, but it is already looking to broaden its product portfolio with whitewall tyres for modern classic and vintage two-wheelers.
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Yamaha MT-03 Real World Review: Great Biking Experience At An Even Greater Price
The Yamaha MT-03 is a genuinely good product and is a great tool for riding daily. The only thing holding it back is its pricing.
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TVS SmartXonnect S20X Intercom Device Long Term Review: Introduction
TVS was kind enough to give us its SmartXonnect S20X Bluetooth helmet communication device for a long term test and that is exactly what we will do, over the next few months.
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Analysis: Can Ducati’s New Superquadro Mono Engine Unlock New Markets?
Ducati is synonymous with manufacturing high performance motorcycles and having a niche audience. With the coming of the new superquadro mono engine, will Ducati be able to unlock new markets and audiences?
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2024 Bajaj Pulsar N250 Review: In Pictures
The Bajaj Pulsar N250 gets updated for 2024 and we spent some time with the bike to sample the changes. The updated N250 becomes even more fun, and pricing is rather competitive. Here’s a comprehensive review of the most powerful Pulsar yet!
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2024 Bajaj Pulsar N250 Review; Most Powerful Pulsar Becomes Even Better
The Bajaj Pulsar N250 gets updated for 2024 and we spent some time with the bike to sample the changes. The updated N250 becomes even more fun, and pricing is rather competitive. Here’s a comprehensive review of the most powerful Pulsar yet!
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Hero Xtreme 125R Real-World Review: In Pictures
Our time spent with the Hero Xtreme 125R revealed that the bike makes for a great choice in the 125 cc commuter segment. It looks good and is practical as well, in terms of efficiency and performance.
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Hero Xtreme 125R Real-World Review; Practical & Good-Looking
Our time spent with the Hero Xtreme 125R revealed that the bike makes for a great choice in the 125 cc commuter segment. It looks good and is practical as well, in terms of efficiency and performance.
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Yamaha YZF R3 Real-World Review: In Pictures
The Yamaha YZF R3 is fast, looks good and is a hoot to ride as well. But the price is where all the good work comes undone. Only if there was a way for Yamaha to price it right!
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Yamaha YZF R3 Real-World Review; Good Motorcycle But Too Expensive For Its Own Good
The Yamaha YZF R3 is fast, looks good and is a hoot to ride as well. But the price is where all the good work comes undone. Only if there was a way for Yamaha to price it right!
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Opinion: Why Scramblers Make For Fantastic Motorcycles And Is India Ready For Them
Scramblers are some of the most versatile motorcycles that you can buy anywhere in the world. But how did the segment evolve and what kind of potential it holds in a country like India? We try and understand scramblers better.
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Royal Enfield Himalayan Long Term Test: Introduction
The new Royal Enfield Himalayan now joins car&bike’s long term fleet. Over the next few months, we will tell you how the motorcycle holds up to the rigours of daily riding, highway jaunts, off-road riding and much more.
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Jawa 350 vs Royal Enfield Bullet 350 Comparison Review: In Pictures
The legacy of the Royal Enfield Bullet 350 has a new challenger in the Jawa 350. But which of these modern classic 350s with iconic nameplates is a better choice for you? We try and find the answer.
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Harley-Davidson India Plant Visit; Witnessing The Making Of X440
Harley-Davidson by means of Hero MotoCorp invited a select bunch of media for a plant visit of Hero MotoCorp’s Garden Factory at Neemrana, Rajasthan to see the making of the X440.
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Jawa 350 vs Royal Enfield Bullet 350 Comparison; Clash Of The Icons
The legacy of the Royal Enfield Bullet 350 has a new challenger in the Jawa 350. But which of these modern classic 350s with iconic nameplates is a better choice for you? We try and find the answer.
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Opinion: Premium Motorcycle Focus - Single & Ready To Mingle!
What do the likes of Harley-Davidson, Triumph Motorcycles and Ducati have in common? All three premium motorcycle manufacturers entered the market with single-cylinder motorcycles. Here is a breakdown of why the premium single-cylinder motorcycle market is seeing rapid growth in India.
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Opinion: Kove 450R Rally, Could It Be The Only Bike You Will Ever Need?
The Kove 450R Rally is a Chinese adventure bike and it has created waves globally ever since it was launched last year. What is Kove and why the 450R Rally is a motorcycle we should take seriously, discussed at length in the story.
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