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
2017 Triumph Tiger Explorer XCx Review
Triumph's big adventure bike, the 1200 cc Tiger Explorer gets some upgrades, including a lot of new technology. Is it worth the Rs. 18.75 lakh price tag? We spend some time with the 2017 Triumph Tiger Explorer XCx.
India Bike Week 2017: Over 15,000 Riders Attend Two-Day Bike Fest
More than 15,000 riders from around India attended the 2017 India Bike Week at Vagator, Goa. And we were there, riding from Pune to Goa to participate in what is described as Asia's largest bike fest!
Exclusive: Hero Xpulse Launch Details Revealed
The production model of the Hero XPulse adventure concept which was revealed at the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan earlier this month will be launched in India by mid-2018. Carandbike has exclusive launch details, specifications and more about the upcoming Hero XPulse.
2017 Triumph Street Triple RS Review
The all-new Triumph Street Triple RS is the top-of-the-line racetrack-ready variant of the new Street Triple range. The Triumph Street Triple is known for being a fun, sweet motorcycle; and the Street Triple RS takes that personality to a whole new level!
Sherco TVS RTR 450 FX First Ride Review
We get some track time with the Sherco TVS RTR 450 FX enduro bike and some riding tips from none other than the Sherco TVS Factory Rally Team members - Joan Pedrero, Adrien Metge and India's very own Aravind KP.
Analysis: The Kinetic-Norton Joint Venture
The Kinetic-Norton Joint Venture will have Norton bikes assembled in India, and even exported to other markets in South East Asia. But there's more than just the current Norton bikes which will make their way to India. Future range of Norton bikes, including models based on a 650 cc parallel-twin engine are also on the cards.
Suzuki Intruder First Ride Review
Suzuki Motorcycle India has introduced a 155 cc cruiser, taking design inspiration from the bigger Suzuki Intruder M1800R. The new Intruder shares the same engine, chassis and suspension as the 155 cc Suzuki Gixxer. Is it good enough? We spend some time around the winding roads of Lavasa with the new Suzuki Intruder to seek some answers.
Royal Enfield 650 cc Parallel-Twin Engine Unveiled
Royal Enfield has unveiled the engine that will power two new motorcycles. The bikes will be unveiled at the EICMA show in Milan on November 7, but Royal Enfield has already unveiled the 650 cc parallel-twin engine at its UK Technology Centre in Bruntingthorpe, near Leicester.
Suzuki To Consider CKD Assembly Of Suzuki V-Strom 650 In India
A senior Suzuki India official has disclosed to carandbike that Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Limited (SMIPL) is considering to launch the Suzuki V-Strom 650 motorcycle in India.
2018 Harley-Davidson Softail Range Launched In India
Harley-Davidson has completely upgraded the 2018 Softail range of motorcycles, launching four models in India - the Street Bob, Fat Bob, Fat Boy and the Heritage Softail Classic. The new Softail range comes with the four-valve Milwaukee Eight engines, as well as upgraded chassis and suspension.
New Generation Triumph Tiger 800 May Be Launched
The Triumph Tiger 800 was first launched in 2010, and the model got a comprehensive update in 2014 with ride-by-wire, traction control and riding modes. The Tiger 800 is due for a complete refresh and could very well be the second new model to be launched on October 3.
Ducati SuperSport S First Ride Review
Ducati's newest model is the SuperSport, designed as a versatile, everyday bike with sportbike design and performance, as well as decent touring capability. We spend some time with the all-new Ducati SuperSport S.
Analysis: Motorcycles To Expect From The Bajaj-Triumph Alliance
In 2013, Triumph Motorcycles had already started developing small and mid-capacity motorcycles, specifically for markets like India, but those products were shelved, even before Triumph started operations in India. Now, with manufacturing to be moved to the Bajaj facility in India, we can very well expect the return of such small and mid-capacity Triumph motorcycles.
Bajaj To Launch Electric Vehicle Range By 2020
Will Bajaj Auto start manufacturing electric scooters under the Urbanite brand? Or is there a larger plan in the electric vehicle space? We try to dig up some possibilities...
What The Ducati Acquisition Could Mean For Royal Enfield
If Royal Enfield does get around to acquiring Ducati, it could only mean good news for the Indian motorcycle manufacturer. Here's a look at what could be in store, if the deal does come through.
Honda Africa Twin Manual Will Not Be Launched In India
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has decided not to introduce the manual version of the Honda Africa Twin in India. The Africa Twin is available in only the automatic, dual clutch transmission (DCT) variant in India, and it already has attracted tremendous market response in India.
Exclusive: TVS Electric Scooter Launch Details Revealed
On the sidelines of the 57th Society of the Indian Automotive Manufacturers (SIAM) annual convention, TVS President and CEO, KN Radhakrisnan said that the TVS electric scooter project is well on track and the production-ready scooter will be launched within the next 6 to 9 months.
Triumph Street Scrambler Review
The all-new Triumph Street Scrambler is the latest member in the modern classic range of Triumph Motorcycles. The Street Scrambler boasts of being the best of both worlds - easy ride-ability and off-road credentials. We spend some time with the new Scrambler in town to see what it offers.
2017 Hero Glamour Review
The Hero Glamour has been around since 2005, and is one of the bestselling commuter motorcycles from Hero MotoCorp. The all-new 2017 Hero Glamour gets a new engine, new chassis and updated design. Does it get better than the old Glamour? We spend some time with the all-new 125 cc Hero Glamour - with both the carburetted and fuel-injected variants.
Opinion: Which Motorcycle Should You Buy?
Buying a new motorcycle isn't as simple as what it used to be a decade or so ago. Today, there are dozens of options in the market, and the decision becomes even more complicated when the prospective buyer has a limitless budget. But it's more complicated than that.
