
Commuter bikes get combined braking across the range
The change adds about 1,200 to the price of entry models.

The change adds about 1,200 to the price of entry models.

A 125 cc scooter with light steering, 48 km/l economy and under-seat storage for a full-face helmet, but a hard seat.

Our test riders ran five bikes through 400 km of city and highway to find the best economy.

Two of them fit a full-face helmet and a laptop bag together.

The fictional commuter bike weighs 128 kg and costs 1.12 lakh rupees ex-showroom.

The Glide S can swap its 2 kWh battery at 300 fictional stations in 90 seconds, with a 90 km range.

Free brake and tyre checks for the first 300 riders.

The Nomad 150 has an 810 mm seat height, 170 mm ground clearance and a 62 km/l claim for rough roads.

A 350 cc cruiser with a deep thump, a comfortable seat and a 420 km range, held back by heavy steering at parking speeds.

Tell us what is holding you back: price, range or charging.

A 160 cc motorcycle with a light clutch, 52 km/l economy and neat styling. Pillion comfort is average.

A chain lube, a brake check and a dry-air test for the headlight: a quick weekend checklist.





