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
2022 Yezdi Scrambler First Ride Review
The Yezdi Scrambler has no real competitor, at least for now, and is the most affordable scrambler-styled motorcycle offered on sale in India currently. Is it as good as it looks?
2022 Yezdi Adventure First Ride Review
We spend some time with the new Yezdi Adventure to see if it lives up to its promise of purpose-built adventure capability.
2022 Yezdi Roadster First Ride Review
The Yezdi Roadster is the entry-level model in the new Yezdi motorcycle range. It also is closest in design to the Jawa Forty-Two and the original Yezdi bikes of the 1970s.
2022 Yezdi Motorcycles: All You Need To Know
The new Yezdi Motorcycle range, variants, specifications, prices and features explained. Here's everything you need to know.
Vredestein Centauro NS, Centauro ST Motorcycle Tyre Review
We spent a few laps at the Buddh International Circuit to get a sense of what the made-in-India Vredestein tyres from Apollo offer.
2021 TVS Jupiter 125 Review
The TVS Jupiter 125 extends the company's popular Jupiter nameplate with a bigger, and more feature-rich 125 cc scooter. How is it? We swing a leg over it to seek some answers.
2021 Yamaha Aerox 155 Review
We swing a leg over the Yamaha Aerox 155, Yamaha's new maxi-styled scooter, and come back impressed!
BSA Gold Star Engine Developed In Collaboration With Austrian Firm Rotax
Rotax is best known for the 650 cc single-cylinder engine used in the BMW F 650, which used to be sold as the BMW F 650 Funduro in India in the 1990s.
2021 Hero XPulse 200 4 Valve Review
Hero MotoCorp updates the XPulse 200 with a four-valve head, and other changes, promising more refinement and performance.
BSA Motorcycle Brand To Be Re-Launched With New Model
Rights to the iconic British motorcycle brand were acquired by Mahindra subsidiary Classic Legends, which manufactures Jawa motorcycles.
2021 Yamaha YZF-R15 V4 Review
The popular Yamaha R15 gets a comprehensive upgrade, with better equipment and fresh styling. Does it still have the magic? We swung a leg over it to see.
2021 Bajaj Pulsar F250, Pulsar N250 First Ride Review
The all-new Bajaj Pulsar 250 has been described as the "best Pulsar ever." Is it good enough to re-boot Bajaj Auto's fortunes in the quarter-litre segment?
Exclusive: Norton Atlas 650 Production Uncertain
carandbike has learnt that Norton Motorcycles is uncertain about going ahead with production of the Norton Atlas 650. If launched, it will not be before 2023.
2021 Yamaha Fascino 125 Hybrid Review
The Yamaha Fascino 125 Fi Hybrid comes with new features and technologies. Is it good enough to be the best choice in the 125 cc scooter segment?
Royal Enfield Targa Sneakers Review
The Royal Enfield Targa Sneakers are a pair of 100 per cent leather shoes with built-in protection for everyday use while riding.
2021 Ducati Monster Track Review
The new Ducati Monster claims to offer a fun experience for expert riders, and easy accessibility to new riders. We get some track time to see what it offers.
Triumph Tiger Sport 660 Unveiled
The Tiger Sport 660 is a sports tourer based on the Triumph Trident 660, rather than an out-and-out adventure motorcycle.
TVS NTorq 125 Race XP Review
The TVS NTorq 125 Race XP is the most powerful 125 cc scooter in India, and it gets segment-first features as well. We swing a leg over it to see what it's all about.
2021 Honda CB200X Review
We spend some time with Honda's new crossover motorcycle, the Honda CB200X to see if it has the makings of a winner.
Okaya EV Working On High-Speed Electric Scooter
The high-speed electric scooter will be launched within the next two months, and will come with a range of over 175 km on a single charge.
