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Disclaimer: I am very confused.
Budget: Upper limit 6 lakhs
Background:
I am 26 and have been riding my first bike ( a Pulsar 220) for over 9 years. Love the bike, she’s named Angie, and has been a huge part of my life.
I’ve felt the need for an upgrade for sometime now but haven’t been able to zero in on one bike.
Im hoping to finalise the bike within a month or so. Before I tell you what bikes Im considering let me mention that each bike on this list has one compromise or the other. Also I live in hyderabad and my daily commute to Office is roughly 40 kms up and down. Traffic is terrible and very cramped.
Bike must be:
1. Suitable for daily commute in traffic
2. Comfortable
3. Fast
4. Safe (Tyres+brakes+abs)
5. Suitable for long rides ( intend to do a few long rides a year)
1. Duke 390
Before I rode this bike, I was convinced that this was the perfect upgrade. But the bike is too buzzy, and I’ve heard a lot about problems especially with the 2017 390.
Pros: Loaded with technology
Cheaper than the other options
Metzelers
Cheap maintenance
Cons: Only one colour option ( I don’t like orange)
Doubts over build quality/ Servicing (bajaj has let me down, Ktm is basically the same)
Bike felt nice but didn’t feel special
2. Yamaha R3
Had almost finalised this but it was withdrawn for the Bs4 upgrade. I have not ridden this yet.
Pros: Great engine
Twin cylinder
Relatively cheap maintenance
Cons: Lacks ABS
MRF Tyres
Rear seat is useless
3. Z650
This bike is an outside possibility. I rode it once and loved it, always wanted a big bike.
Pros: powerful engine
Amazing brakes
Comfortable riding position
Premium build quality and finish
Cons:
Cost
Can’t imagine taking it in heavy traffic and someone scratching my 6 lakh bike
4. Ninja 400
Would have been a sure thing, I was waiting for this but rode the Ninja 300 and it felt cramped, not sure if the riding position will be comfortable when your stuck in traffic for an hour. Not out yet, so haven’t ridden.
Pros:
Smooth engine
Great build quality
Looks terrific
The 400 will be launched with Abs
Cons:
Riding position is a question mark
That fairing is very expensive
Scratches will cost a lot
Absolutely ANY advice is welcome. Thanks in advance!
Budget: Upper limit 6 lakhs
Background:
I am 26 and have been riding my first bike ( a Pulsar 220) for over 9 years. Love the bike, she’s named Angie, and has been a huge part of my life.
I’ve felt the need for an upgrade for sometime now but haven’t been able to zero in on one bike.
Im hoping to finalise the bike within a month or so. Before I tell you what bikes Im considering let me mention that each bike on this list has one compromise or the other. Also I live in hyderabad and my daily commute to Office is roughly 40 kms up and down. Traffic is terrible and very cramped.
Bike must be:
1. Suitable for daily commute in traffic
2. Comfortable
3. Fast
4. Safe (Tyres+brakes+abs)
5. Suitable for long rides ( intend to do a few long rides a year)
1. Duke 390
Before I rode this bike, I was convinced that this was the perfect upgrade. But the bike is too buzzy, and I’ve heard a lot about problems especially with the 2017 390.
Pros: Loaded with technology
Cheaper than the other options
Metzelers
Cheap maintenance
Cons: Only one colour option ( I don’t like orange)
Doubts over build quality/ Servicing (bajaj has let me down, Ktm is basically the same)
Bike felt nice but didn’t feel special
2. Yamaha R3
Had almost finalised this but it was withdrawn for the Bs4 upgrade. I have not ridden this yet.
Pros: Great engine
Twin cylinder
Relatively cheap maintenance
Cons: Lacks ABS
MRF Tyres
Rear seat is useless
3. Z650
This bike is an outside possibility. I rode it once and loved it, always wanted a big bike.
Pros: powerful engine
Amazing brakes
Comfortable riding position
Premium build quality and finish
Cons:
Cost
Can’t imagine taking it in heavy traffic and someone scratching my 6 lakh bike
4. Ninja 400
Would have been a sure thing, I was waiting for this but rode the Ninja 300 and it felt cramped, not sure if the riding position will be comfortable when your stuck in traffic for an hour. Not out yet, so haven’t ridden.
Pros:
Smooth engine
Great build quality
Looks terrific
The 400 will be launched with Abs
Cons:
Riding position is a question mark
That fairing is very expensive
Scratches will cost a lot
Absolutely ANY advice is welcome. Thanks in advance!
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