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1 week ago | 
bikewale.com | Vikrant Singh |Pratheek Kunder |Anuj Mishra |Rynox Magnapod Tank
Why the Viaterra Wayne? I had been on the lookout for a light cotton jacket for my daily commute. With the heat and humidity rising, and traffic worsening, I was craving comfort and safety. I had almost resigned myself to using a dirt-armoured jacket under denim when Viaterra launched the Wayne. So, I knew I had to try it and see if it was the saviour I envisioned to make my daily Mumbai commute more comfortable. But first, let's take a closer look at the jacket itself.
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3 weeks ago | 
bikewale.com | Vikrant Singh |Anuj Mishra |Rynox Magnapod Tank |Suvil Susvirkar
IntroductionEurogrip recently introduced two new tyres in India for scramblers and adventure touring motorcycles. These are the Trailhound SCR and the Trailhound STR tyres, which Eurogrip first launched at EICMA 2024. Apart from unveiling these tyres, we also got to test the SCRs briefly on the road and around an off-road track. Here are our first impressions. But, before that, let’s take a deep dive into their construction and use case.
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3 weeks ago | 
bikewale.com | Pratheek Kunder |Anuj Mishra |Vikrant Singh
Introduction In most crashes, hands are the first point of contact with the ground, and making them extremely susceptible to injuries. Hence, I’ve made it a strict rule to don a pair of gloves every time I hop on a two-wheeler. Interestingly, Indian riders have a plethora of options to choose from, be it for off-roading, track riding, or daily commuting.
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4 weeks ago | 
bikewale.com | Rishabh Bhaskar |Pratheek Kunder |Vikrant Singh
IntroductionThe Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 has covered a lot of kilometres between the previous report and now and I’m more than happy to report that most of them have been on the highway, as I’d envisaged. In fact, the bike has been on two Mumbai-Goa-Mumbai trips, and here’s what was good about the bike and what wasn’t. What’s Good? The Guerrilla 450’s engine lends itself beautifully to the role of chomping through highway miles.
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1 month ago | 
bikewale.com | Vikrant Singh |Pratheek Kunder
Why the accessories? The Triumph Scrambler 400X was offered with free accessories worth Rs. 12,500 in December last year and again in January. The accessories included a fly screen, high mudguard kit, lower engine protection bar, tank pad, and a rear luggage rack. Moreover, a T-shirt was also part of the offer, though it had nothing to do with the motorcycle. For those who received these accessories for free, they’re a no-brainer. But, what about those who already own the 400X sans accessories?
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2 months ago | 
bikewale.com | Vikrant Singh |Anuj Mishra
Introduction Rahgear is a new Indore-based motorcycle luggage brand focused on making products that are not just durable but also modular. The Battle Vest Hydration Pack, for instance, can be worn in many ways, which is one of its main highlights. One look at its product page on Rahgear’s website intrigued us enough to want to get our hands on it for our long and short rides. Before we bring you a detailed long-term review of the Battle Vest, here’s a quick look at its construction and features.
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2 months ago | 
bikewale.com | Vikrant Singh |Anuj Mishra |Pratheek Kunder
Why the Unrack system? For all its positives - be it the sportier look, better seat, or weight reduction - the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450’s rally cowl does take away from practicality. You can’t mount a luggage rack without it looking odd, and there isn’t any point in adding saddle stays either. Therefore, we wanted a luggage system for the Himalayan that wouldn’t rob the motorcycle of its style but still managed to carry plenty. This is where the Rahgear Unrack system comes in.
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2 months ago | 
bikewale.com | Vikrant Singh |Pratheek Kunder
IntroThe Triumph Scrambler 400X is supposed to be a GADA (go-anywhere-do-anything) motorcycle. But, majority of people buying a 400cc motorcycle today end up using it more often for commutes than going off-road or exploring India. The 400X's performance in the city, therefore, is probably the most crucial aspect when considering buying one. Here then is my list of what is good and what is not about the Scrambler 400X when riding in the city.
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2 months ago | 
bikewale.com | Pratheek Kunder |Anuj Mishra |Vikrant Singh
IntroductionIn the last few years, many men and women have entered the world of entry-level premium motorcycles. These buyers have bought motorcycles to commute, explore the country, and also take a break from their hectic work lives. A large chunk of these buyers also focus on safety and that means, getting the right riding gear is important. However, they don’t want to spend a bomb acquiring a good set of jackets or pants.
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2 months ago | 
bikewale.com | Pratheek Kunder |Anuj Mishra |Vikrant Singh
IntroOver the last few years, I’ve developed a new respect for Viaterra and the gear they sell. The quality is good, and when combined with decent pricing, it tends to become your favourite. When Rishabh said they were sending a pair of Viaterra Holeshot Pro gloves, I was quite happy. I was in the market for a good pair of gloves, and the Holeshot Pro came as a blessing in disguise. The ConstructionThe Holeshot Pro is like a second-generation glove.
