About Preetam Bora
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Preetam is a seasoned motoring journalist with a specialisation and passion for two-wheelers, even though every now and then he tries to take off on long multi-day drives to the mountains as well. He has been riding motorcycles since the early 1990s and started touring since the late ‘90s when motorcycle touring was an almost unheard-of concept. He has owned all sorts of motorcycles, from two-stroke singles, twins and four-stroke thumpers and multi-cylinder models. He’s been heading two-wheeler content at car&bike for over 9 years and helps provide a key perspective to all two-wheeler industry and product-related stories. He has also played a leadership role in mentoring others in the car&bike editorial team along the way.
Author Articles
Honda H'Ness CB 350 Review: Modern Talking
Honda sets its sights on the retro roadster segment dominated by Royal Enfield with the all-new Honda H'Ness CB 350. Does 'His Highness' have what it takes?
KTM 250 Adventure Review: Take It Easy
The made-in-India KTM 250 Adventure offers a more accessible and 'affordable' entry into the KTM Adventure family. But is it worth the Rs. 2.48 lakh price tag?
Royal Enfield X Levi's 511 Pro Riding Denims Review
The Royal Enfield X Levi's 511 Pro denims are designed for everyday use on a motorcycle, and offer a convenient and comfortable option to riding pants.
Honda Hornet 2.0 Review
The Honda Hornet 2.0 replaces the Honda CB Hornet 160R, with a bigger 184 cc engine and new chassis, promising sportier performance.
BMW R 18 Review: Achtung Baby!
A German-built cruiser, but styled like an all-American, metal and chrome heavyweight cruiser. We spend some time with the retro-stylish BMW R18.
Royal Enfield J-Series 350 cc Engine: How Different Is The New Engine?
With the new Meteor 350, Royal Enfield has introduced an all-new 350 cc single-cylinder engine. We take a deep dive to see how different it is from the TwinSpark UCE 350 engine it is set to replace.
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Review
We spend some time with Royal Enfield's latest model from an all-new 350 cc platform, the new Royal Enfield Meteor 350.
Ducati Multistrada V4 To Have Valve Clearance Intervals Of 60,000 km
Ducati's third teaser of the upcoming Multistrada V4 hints at desmo service intervals of 60,000 km, double that of the current Multistrada 1260.
Honda CBR650R Updated For 2021
The Honda CBR650R has been updated for 2021 to meet Euro 5 emission regulations, but also gets new front suspension.
Honda Forza 750 Revealed In Second Teaser Video
Second Honda teaser video shows more details of the upcoming Honda Forza 750.
TVS To Honour Bookings For Norton Bikes
TVS Motor Company, the new owners of Norton Motorcycles have given deposit holders of Norton bikes a chance, to go ahead with orders, or decide against the orders.
Global Motorcycle Sales Down 27.9 Per Cent In 2020
The Indian two-wheeler market is one of the most affected with a 37.4 per cent slump in the first eight months of 2020.
BMW Motorrad Recalls Motorcycles In The US Over Front Brake Caliper Issue
The recall has been issued due to a potential leak in the front brake caliper, which may lead to brake failure.
Husqvarna Svartpilen 250 Review
The made-in-India Husqvarna Svartpilen 250 may have Swedish origins, but it's got the goods to make it an attractive option in the 250 cc motorcycle segment.
2020 Independence Day: Top Indian Two-Wheeler Brands
On the 74th Independence Day, we take a look at Indian two-wheeler brands which have made significant strides, not just in India, but around the world.
Off-Road Motorcycle Riding Tips For Beginners
If you've been bitten by the off-road riding bug, and you want to start exploring the nearest trails on your motorcycle, here are some basic tips to get you started.
2020 Hero Xtreme 160R Review
It definitely looks good, and rides well too. We try and find out if the new Hero Xtreme 160R has what it takes to make it the best in its class.
2020 Bajaj Dominar 250 Review
We swing a leg over the new Bajaj Dominar 250 to see what it offers in the popular 250 cc motorcycle segment.
2020 TVS Apache RR 310 Road Test Review
We ride the significantly updated TVS Apache RR 310 out in the real world, to find out if it's worth the BS6 updates and new features.
Ampere Electric Vehicles Posts 60 Per Cent Sales Growth Since Unlock 1.0
According to the company, around 70 per cent customers feel that there's a need to shift to affordable personal mobility solutions like an e-scooter after Covid-19.
