Bike India - June 2023

In this issue

Suzuki GSX-8S
Middleweight streetbike grows up

First Ride
Yamaha Niken GT
KTM 390 Adventure SW
Ducati Scrambler Icon
Honda Shine 100

Update
Kawasaki Ninja 650
TVS Apache RTR 160 2V

Tested
BMW S 1000 RR

Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Rally Edition Unveiled

Yamaha have unveiled the Ténéré 700 World Rally edition with more off-road and long-distance capabilities to commemorate Stéphane Peterhansel's 1993 Dakar race bike and to celebrate 40 years of the Ténéré.

2 mins

Harley-Davidson X440 Launch In July

THE X440 IS THE FIRST SMALL-CAPACITY MOTORCYCLE FOR THE INDIAN market that has been developed by Harley-Davidson since their collaboration with Hero MotoCorp.

1 min

The Big Four to Research Hydrogen-powered Engines

THE JAPANESE BIG FOUR-YAMAHA, HONDA, KAWASAKI, AND SUZUKI-have formed an association to research hydrogen-powered small engines.

1 min

Simple One

SIMPLE ENERGY HAS FINALLY LAUNCHED THE ONE ELECTRIC SCOOTER WITH PRICES ranging from Rs 1.45 lakh to Rs 1.58 lakh (ex-showroom, Bengaluru).

1 min

Kabira Mobility KM5000

KABIRA MOBILITY HAVE UNVEILED THE KM5000, AN ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE THAT incorporates India's first single-sided swing-arm in an electric bike.

1 min

Suzuki's Everyday Solution

The Suzuki GIXXER SF is our companion as we try to achieve an ideal balance among life, work, and fun

3 mins

Welcome Resurgence

Suzuki jump back into the competitive middleweight category with the attractive GSX-8S

6 mins

Pragmatic Downscaling

Honda India finally add a 100-cc commuter to their motorcycle line-up with the launch of the Shine 100. We spent some time astride this motorcycle to gauge its potential

3 mins

When Three Wheels Are Better Than Two

Let us introduce you to Yamaha's 2023 Niken GT: the advanced, daring, and much-discussed three-wheel production motorcycle that receives major updates this year

9 mins

Upgrades Galore

Ducati's Scrambler Icon receives a raft of upgrades for 2023

6 mins

German Invasion

The BMW S 1000 RR has been significantly upgraded for 2023 and is now closer to the previous-gen M 1000 RR. We spent a day with this iconic litre-class machine to bring you this report

6 mins

Your Ultimate Companion

The EMotorad X2, a cutting-edge electric cycle that combines style, performance, and eco-friendliness for an exhilarating ride

3 mins

PICK YOUR ADVENTURE

KTM India recently invited us to Kolad where we got to experience two new variants of the 390 Adventure

4 mins

ZX Genes and a Pinch of Electronics

Some changes are necessary to stay up to date and Kawasaki have given the Ninja 650 a few timely ones

3 mins

Racing DNA, Now Updated

The TVS Apache RTR 160 2V is now over 10 years old but still remains one of the best motorcycles in the 160-cc segment. It now gets its most comprehensive update yet

2 mins

FRESH WHEELS

Royal Enfield have finally supplied what their loyalists have been demanding. The 650 Twins are now more appealing than ever

3 mins

Stellar Performance by Bagnaia

Francesco Bagnaia won the main race and is back on top of the championship standings after a stellar performance. Here is the low-down on what happened at the Jerez circuit this race weekend

5 mins

Bezzecchi Puts His Stamp on 1,000th MotoGP Race

The SHARK Grand Prix de France marked a significant milestone, it being the 1,000th MotoGP race. Marco Bezzecchi emerged victorious after a dramatic and action-packed race

5 mins

Bautista Proves Invincible in Barcelona

The Spaniard was truly in his element on home soil and added one more hat-trick to his achievements

2 mins

Zoom in

The Xoom is among the most convenient choices in our current long-term fleet

1 min

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