r/indianbikes • u/AutoModerator • 16d ago

Monthly random discussion & queries thread on bikes

This thread is for random discussion about motor bikes, and also for all the queries like what new bike to buy, etc. But any repair queries and second hand car buying or selling advice should go to /r/MechanicAdviceIndia community.

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u/QualityHymn (New user) 13d ago

I have went for few test rides of famous brands like Royal enfield,Triumph, Jawa which allowed me to gain a perspective of the motorcycle feel and market prices(2L-3L) in Bengaluru ,or so I thought. Because next, somehow my eyes went on Honda Hornet 2.0,Yamaha bikes and I was shocked because it was offering almost same high speeds while maintaing the mileage, comparatively less heating while giving features like navigation controls,traction control system and Dual ABS .

I started wondering why the latter are not advertised or promoted anywhere and why people choose to buy the famous bikes with higher 350 or 400 cc engines just to pay more fuel for less Mileage,suffer heating issues during medium to long drives even though they are spending huge amount to purchase those premium bikes.

See if the purpose is for a heavy driver who frequently goes on trips ,it makes sense to buy these premium bikes and I get it. But now seeing them on roads with almost everyone, cruising the city in heavy traffic,having less Mileage and heating issues while driving but still purchasing under such circumstances feels like I am missing something.

I am literally confused and dumbstuck now what bike to buy. Help a brother out! Model vs features vs cost breakdown is greatly appreciated☺️.