Since '02 xBhp is different things to different people. From a close knit national community of bikers to India's only motorcycling lifestyle magazine and a place to make like-minded biker friends. Join us

Axor
Magazine
Castrol Power 1

Check the helmet from inside.

Our Partner

Announcement

Collapse
No announcement yet.

Help me buy my first bike

Collapse
X
Collapse
 
  • Page of 1
  • Filter
  • Time
  • Show
Clear All
new posts
Previous template Next
  • #1

    Help me buy my first bike

    Hello team,

    Help me decide buying my first bike. Budget is around 1.5L (+/-15k). These are my options Duke 200, RE classic, thunderbird.

    I personally prefer Duke 200 over the others. Please let me know if there is any other options with the price range mentioned.

    Thank you!
    Tags: None
  • #2
    Re: Help me buy my first bike

    Query Approved

    The three bikes you have listed are vastly different from each other.

    What exactly do you want a bike for? Requirements, usage etc.
    Biking is not about what you have between your legs, its all about how well you use it!!!!!!!

    Give your details here if you want to help your fellow xBhpian stranded in your city

    Touring Blog: Cycling in Mongolia!

    Comment

    • #3
      Re: Help me buy my first bike

      I tour a lot. That's my main purpose to get a bike. I have done a few long distance trips with my friend's bike. A bike good for touring and everyday office commute of 5 to 10 kilometres is what I am looking for. If you have other options, please do suggest.

      Comment

      • #4
        Re: Help me buy my first bike

        If you prefer Duke 200, then go on with your decision. The deal breaker may be low tank range, shorter gearing and stiff ride. If you can live with it, get your pocket rocket.

        Comment

        • #5
          Re: Help me buy my first bike

          Originally posted by avinash.vijayaraghavan View Post
          I tour a lot. That's my main purpose to get a bike. I have done a few long distance trips with my friend's bike. A bike good for touring and everyday office commute of 5 to 10 kilometres is what I am looking for. If you have other options, please do suggest.
          For touring at your budget, do consider CBR250R. Even though it's old, it's a proven bike. Handling in traffic is something you can adjust to. I, and many CBR owners use the bike for commuting too.


          Advantage of the CBR over the Duke 200 and RE350 and RE500 are -

          * Better touring speeds
          * Tubeless tyres
          * 300-400 kms tank range

          Comment

          Previous template Next
          Working...
          X
          © xBhp.com 2026. All rights reserved.
          Designed by xBhp