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
Exclusive: Hero MotoCorp Readying New 300 cc Sports Bike
Hero MotoCorp’s upcoming full-faired sports bike will have a 300 cc engine and will rival entry-level sports bikes like the KTM RC 200. It is quite likely to be called the Hero Karizma 300.
Exclusive: Hero XPulse 400 To Get 421 cc Engine
carandbike has learnt that the bigger Hero XPulse will get a 421 cc engine, and not a 300 cc as has been speculated so far, although the production model is still some time away from launch.
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Becomes Bestselling Motorcycle Of UK
In the first seven months of 2022, the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 has become UK’s bestselling motorcycle above 125 cc.
Keeway Sixties 300i Review: Neo-Retro Statement!
The Keeway Sixties 300i has a decently powerful 278 cc engine and looks quite interesting with its neo-retro design flavour. But can it make a solid statement with its price tag?
Independence Day 2022: India’s Top Motorcycle Brands
On the 76th Independence Day, we profile the top 5 Indian motorcycle brands, which have established India in the global stage.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Review: In Pictures
Here’s a quick look at what the Royal Enfield Hunter 350, in pictures. How does it ride, how does it handle, and if it’s something which you may find worth considering.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350: Pros & Cons – Should You Consider Buying It?
The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is the most affordable and accessible Royal Enfield motorcycle. But is it worth considering? Here’s a look at its pros and cons in pictures.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Review
Will the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 be able to attract new riders into the brand? We ride the most affordable and accessible Royal Enfield motorcycle on the streets of Bangkok to get a sense of what it offers.
2022 Suzuki Katana Review Banzai
The Suzuki Katana is a homage to the 1981 model of the same name. The new Katana has few negatives which seem trivial compared to what it offers as an entertaining package on two-wheels.
BMW G 310 RR Review
The made-in-India BMW G 310 RR shares the same platform with the TVS Apache RR 310 but offers its own distinct flavour and premium appeal.
Bajaj Auto Net Profit Grows 11 Per Cent In Q1 FY 23
In the first quarter of the current financial year, Bajaj Auto recorded net profit of Rs. 1,173 crore, but in the previous quarter (Q4 FY 2022), the company recorded net profit of Rs. 1,469 crore.
Simple ONE First Ride Review
The Simple ONE electric scooter looks good, rides well, and promises a lot of range; all all very promising qualities once it's launched. But is it good enough?
Will The Yamaha RX100 Make A Comeback?
Media reports quoting Yamaha Motor India's Chairman Eishin Chihana point to the possibility of the Yamaha RX100 making a comeback. But it's still a possibility, not a certainty.
Modern Classic Motorcycles: New Wave Of British Heavy Metal
The "new wave of British heavy metal", or NWOBHM, started a musical revolution of sorts in the 1970s. Will British-origin modern classic motorcycles re-create the same wave in the 21st century?
Hero XPulse 200 4V Rally Edition: Everything You Need To Know
The Hero XPulse 200 4V Rally Edition is a new variant with more off-road capability, straight from the showroom. Here’s what you get in the new XPulse 200 4V Rally.
Bajaj Pulsar N160 Review
The new Bajaj Pulsar N160 offers segment-first dual-channel ABS. But does it have the goods to take the fight to the best in the segment?
Opinion: Is There A Bigger Strategy Behind The TVS Ronin?
Why did TVS Motor Company launch the new Ronin, a "modern retro" motorcycle as the company describes it? We take a look at the possibilities the Ronin opens up for TVS.
TVS Ronin Review: Retro Goes Modern!
TVS Motor Company calls its new motorcycle a "modern retro" motorcycle. What does the Ronin offer really? We seek some answers on a rain-soaked day in Goa.
2022 TVS Ronin Launched; Prices Start At Rs. 1.49 lakh
The TVS Ronin will be the company’s first neo-retro styled roadster, and is based on an all-new 225 cc platform, built around a new split dual-cradle steel chassis.
2022 TVS iQube Electric Scooter Review
We ride the updated 2022 TVS iQube electric scooter on everyday roads, in the city and over broken roads to see if it makes for a good option as an alternative to a petrol-powered scooter.
