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
2018 Triumph Tiger 800: First Ride Review
We spend some time with the new 2018 Triumph Tiger 800 in Morocco and test both the top-of-the-line variants, the road oriented Triumph Tiger 800 XRT and the off-road oriented Triumph Tiger 800 XCA around the Atlas Mountains. Here's what we think about the new 2018 Triumph Tiger 800 range.
Working On A Milwaukee-Eight Engine At The Harley-Davidson University
The launch of the Harley-Davidson University in India was a unique hands-on experience where we got to completely dismantle a Harley-Davidson Milwaukee-Eight engine and then re-assemble it.
2018 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Review
We spend some time with the 2018 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy, one of the most iconic H-D models of the last few decades. And for 2018, the Fat Boy gets some design updates, a brand new engine, new suspension and even a new chassis.
Honda Grazia Vs Suzuki Access 125: Comparison Review
We pit the new Honda Grazia against one of the most popular scooters in the 125 cc segment, the Suzuki Access. The Honda Grazia has fresh design, and a host of features to overshadow the Suzuki Access, but this comparison threw up quite a few surprises, as we found out.
TVS Apache RR 310 Track Review
It's the new entry-level performance bike on the block, the new TVS Apache RR 310. And according to TVS Motor Company, it's been designed, built, and engineered with TVS Racing's 35 years of motorsport history. It's the first full-faired sportbike from TVS and it's intended to be a one-size-fits-all kind of bike - to do the daily commute on weekdays, tour on the weekends, and double up as an occasional track tool. Here's our track review of the highly awaited TVS Apache RR 310.
TVS Apache RR 310 Launched In India; Priced At Rs. 2.05 Lakh
The TVS Apache RR 310, the flagship motorcycle from TVS Motor Company, has been launched at a price of Rs. 2.05 lakh (ex-showroom). The Apache RR 310 has been in development for over two years now, and is a progression from the TVS Akula concept showcased at the 2016 Auto Expo. The Apache RR 310 has been positioned as an everyday, entry-level sportbike, which will serve multiple roles.
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...
