Bike India Magazine - August 2023

In this issue

18TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL

Triumph Speed 400
Affordable, do-it-all roadster

Feature
Kawasaki Off-road Carnival
Amar Talwar’s Motorcycle Adventure
CRA Motorsports Atom GP1 Mini Bike

Travelogue
Hero Xpulse 200T 4V — I

Tested
Ultraviolette F77

Ridden
BMW M 1000 RR
BMW R 18 Roctane
Ducati Panigale V4 R

Interview
V Sivaramakrishnan

A Wildly Successful Hunt

More than two lakh people have opted to join the hunt by buying a Royal Enfield Hunter 350

1 min

Celebration on Two Wheels

An epic road trip astride the Hero Xpulse 200T 4V which would be the ultimate challenge of endurance for both man and machine

3 mins

Sedate and Sporty

We made the Ultraviolette F77 face the same challenges as an internal combustion engine (ICE) motorcycle and here is what the experience was like

4 mins

A Worthy Competitor

The Triumph Speed 400 has entered the Indian market to make its presence felt as a fierce competitor in the 300-cc to 400-cc space. We swing a leg over it to find out if the Bajaj-Triumph partnership has figured out the winning formula

5 mins

Friendly Beast

BMW's ultra-aggressive M 1000 RR homologation special enters the ring with improved aerodynamics and a claimed top speed of 314 km/h

10+ mins

Of Straddling Road and Racetrack

Ducati have a fine tradition of building exotic and road-legal versions of their World Superbike (WSBK) machines in order to meet the championship's homologation requirements. The new Panigale V4 R is the latest: a homologation special that exists solely to enable Ducati to win on the track. We rode it on the Misano track

9 mins

The Sharpest Knife in the BMW R 18 Boxset

The new R 18 Roctane is the fifth bike to adopt the R 18 platform. The Roctane stands out from the rest with a blacked-out finish, a large 21-inch front wheel, mini-ape 'bars, and hard bagger luggage

9 mins

Teach 'Em Young

The Atom GP1 is the first mini bike from CRA Motorsports which is going to be manufactured in India for racing and training purposes

3 mins

The Ride of a Lifetime

A life spanning 73 years (at the time of going to press) may tire some out but age was just a number for Amar Talwar who set out for the ride of a lifetime astride his trusted 2018 Triumph Tiger XRx. We were part of the welcome party when he rode back into Pune and we managed to convince him to tell us something about his adventure. What follows is a brief account of his journey in his own words

2 mins

Blue Called, We Answered

Actually, we were not the only ones. Many Yamaha enthusiasts answered the \"Call of the Blue\" and showed up for a day at the racetrack

2 mins

Pure Fun in the Dirt

Kawasaki India launched three new motorcycles at their Off-road Carnival event held in Pune and we got a chance to experience them in their natural habitat at Pro Dirt Adventure

4 mins

Putting the Sport in Sport-touring

One pair of Roadhound tyres to test in real-life conditions, a trip to the racetrack to experience its sporty side, and a conducted tour of the plant. Clearly, TVS Eurogrip are extremely confident about their product

3 mins

Read all stories from Bike India

Bike India Magazine Description:

Bike India Magazine is a monthly motorcycle magazine published by Next Gen Publishing Ltd. It is one of the leading motorcycle magazines in India, with a readership of over 1 million people.

Bike India Magazine covers a wide range of topics related to motorcycles, including:

* Motorcycle reviews and comparisons: The magazine features in-depth reviews and comparisons of the latest motorcycles from both Indian and international manufacturers.
* Road tests and track tests: The magazine's team of experienced testers takes the latest motorcycles on the road and on the track to put them through their paces and give readers a comprehensive assessment of their performance.
* Technical features: The magazine publishes technical features that explain the latest motorcycle technology and how it works.
* Motorsports coverage: The magazine covers all the latest motorsport action, including MotoGP, World Superbike, and the Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship.
* Motorcycle culture: The magazine also covers motorcycle culture, including features on motorcycle clubs, rallies, and custom motorcycles.

Bike India Magazine is known for its high-quality photography, informative writing, and insightful analysis. It is a must-read for any motorcycle enthusiast in India.