I'm honestly so frustrated. Street dogs keep coming back and chewing the seat of my Honda Activa, and this has happened multiple times now.

I already use a scooty cover, but they still manage to get to the seat and tear it apart. I've had to deal with this repeatedly, and I'm at my wit's end. There are no provisions to park inside a gate.

Has anyone else faced this problem? Please help me figure out how to stop this from happening again. I'm tired of getting the seat repaired over and over. 😭

So I ride a Triumph Speed 400 and, for the last year, I’ve been using one of those ₹500 “sasti masti” phone holders with my cheap Android phone.
Recently I switched to an iPhone, and now I’m honestly too scared to mount a ₹70k+ phone on that holder. Between the vibrations, camera OIS issues, and the thought of it flying off, I’d rather not risk it.
I’ve always loved the Beeline Moto II. It does exactly what I want—a minimal navigation display instead of mounting my entire phone. But at ~₹25k, I just can’t justify the price.
So I started building my own alternative. It’s still a work in progress, but the idea is:
Minimal turn-by-turn navigation
Rugged and weather-resistant
Easy handlebar mount
Much more affordable than a Beeline
One feature I’m also exploring is OBD integration. For bikes that support it, the device could display live data like RPM, coolant temperature, battery voltage, gear position (where available), fault codes, etc. For example, on the Speed 400, I’d much rather have a clear digital RPM display than rely on the tiny tachometer.
Before I sink a lot more time into this, I wanted to ask the community:
Is this something you’d actually buy if it was well-built? What would be a fair price? And what features would make it an instant buy for you?

The phone automatically boots and launches google maps once the key is inserted.

When the bike is parked, no one can unlock the phone no matter how many times they press the power button.

I have downloaded offline maps for maharashtra in google maps so i dont even need internet to use the maps. Just start the bike, and you are good to go.

The only thing needed is a charging port on the bike because that’s how the phone detects that the key is inserted.

Once the key is removed, the phone goes into deep sleep and barely consumes any power. So the phone wont shut down even if the bike is parked for weeks.

Even if it shuts down, it will boot automatically when the key is inserted and launch google maps.

I have also added a feature of notification mirroring from the primary phone. So i can know who is calling or messaging while im riding without checking my primary phone.

If this post gets 1000 upvotes, i will post a full guide on how exactly i did that

Edit- here is how i did it: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1B5FkJVs4ndUzR4oPfjnPCySvwBKdANkU/view?usp=drivesdk

It's not even a bike at this point.

Got my first new bike!

Found this inside a bike with starting issues.

These bikes are so GOATED they are more fun to ride than some 250 300 bikes cough cough (Duke 250 Xtreme 250 Rtr 310)

I recently took test drive of pulsar ns 400z( 350cc) and it was amazing. It looked very impressive, especially from front. I don’t like headlight designs of other pulsar similar bikes, but ns 400 headlights just look so clean.

I first time drove a 40bhp bike, it was crazy quick. And scary fast, like borderline insane( for me). I realised i have to get used to this much power and take time with this bike if I decided to purchase it. I currently drives hero glamour 125 (2014 model).

Well my daily commute is mainly of city and i do think ns 400z power is too much for city commute, also its mileage is also very low. But i do like how it looks and provides excellent package for its value. I was also thinking of n250 and newly launched n250 ss, but i don’t like their headlight setup.

So, NS 400Z owners can you please share your experience of owning this beautiful beast, how’s your after sale experience, wear and tear of bike( if any), build quality of bike, does it age well. And lastly would you recommend it. My fellow bike enthusiasts can also help me decide whether i should consider it or not.

The Duke 200 has got an update, which makes it a sweet deal for enthusiastic riders on a budget. Priced at ₹2.07 lakh (ex-showroom), about ₹1,500 more than before.

What's New:

- Ride by Wire, bi-directional Quickshifter, and traction control

- Two ride modes: Street and Rain (though I'm not sure if it's an ABS mode or performance mode). The bike also comes with 150 section rear tyres and 43 mm WP USD forks. For 1500 rupees more (on road will be higher), it's a much better deal now. For someone looking for a fun motorcycle without breaking the bank, the D200 is now an awesome choice.

Pic source - carandbike instagram.

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Collecting My World Record Video

During my short test ride, I only noticed one thing, the Aggressive and sporty nature of this bike, the way it pulls you as soon as you shift into the 2nd gear. Tbh, I was mind blown. Coming from a classic 350, this bike felt like a rocket ship. I was really impressed and also shocked at the same time that this bike is from Royal Enfield.

I liked the aggression maybe because all these years I rode a classic 350 and this felt really good. So I thought of giving it a chance. I live in a rural area and use the bike for daily commute hardly 10-15 kms, not much traffic here and roads are decent and weekend rides to nearby places around 120-150 kms up and down.

Occassional rides of 300kms up and down.

Also planning some longer rides but not very frequently like 400-500kms a day.

But here are some of the issues I found after browsing through the sub and youtube reviews and I need suggestions or solutions from the owners.

1. The headlights. Everyone says the headlights are literally useless. One should definitely add Fog lights. So manageable I hope so.

2. The fuel tank. 11 litres. It's small but for my use case, it's kinda okay.

3. The suspension. It's a stiff suspension setup which make us feel every bump and pothole on a bad road in our back. What can be done to improve it ?

4. The stock seat is painful for long rides, some said there's a couple of seats RE offers as accessories. Are those any good ? Or aftermarket customisation is the only solution ? Should try Gel/Air seat for longer journeys ?

5. Pillion comfort. I mostly ride solo and occasionally with a friend. Changing the seat anyway and also back rest is much needed. Does this solve the problem to some extent ?

6. The heating issue. Some say it's acceptable and somewhat reduces after the first service. Is this something one should worry about? Or is it really acceptable?

7. Riding in heavy traffic. Does the street mode help ? At least for the first few weeks before getting used to the bike's pull ?

8. Vibrations in the cruising speeds. How bad are the vibrations at 120+. Or is it comfortable enough to ride at a constant speed of 110-120 ?

9. Apex or Dash/Flash. I have ridden the older Dash/Flash variant and Apex is not available with them for Test rides. For my height, 5.5 which Variant would be better ?

And the last thing is should I consider Guerrilla 450 with all these issues just because I really liked how it felt after riding it for the first time or should I play safe by going with X440T or Speed/Scrambler 400 ?

🏍️ The 2027 Triumph Tiger 1200 Is Here — 158 PS, Front & Rear Radar, and Self-Lowering Suspension!

Triumph has officially unveiled the next-generation Tiger 1200, its flagship adventure-tourer, with major upgrades to performance, suspension, rider assistance and everyday usability. And honestly, the technology package looks seriously impressive.

Here’s everything important about the new machine. 👇

🔥 Engine & Performance

- Engine: 1,160 cc, liquid-cooled, inline three-cylinder, DOHC, 12-valve

- Maximum power: 158 PS (155.8 bhp) at 9,250 rpm

- Maximum torque: 130 Nm at 6,750 rpm

- Transmission: 6-speed gearbox

- Clutch: Wet, multi-plate slip-and-assist clutch

- Final drive: Shaft drive

- Quickshifter: Triumph Shift Assist

- Riding modes: Up to 8, depending on the variant

Triumph has refined the engine, gearbox and shaft drive to improve low-speed control, smoothness and overall rideability.

🛠️ Major Chassis & Suspension Updates

One of the biggest changes is the revised wheel setup across the range.

- Front wheel: 19-inch

- Rear wheel: 17-inch

- Suspension: SHOWA EERA HEIGHTFLEX semi-active suspension

- Suspension travel: 200 mm front and rear

- Suspension settings: Firm, Medium and Soft

- Brakes: Brembo Stylema front brake calipers

- Lighting: Adaptive LED cornering headlight

The GT models use cast aluminium wheels for a more road-focused setup, while the Rally models get side-laced spoked wheels for a more rugged adventure-bike character.

🤯 Self-Lowering Suspension — A Huge Practical Upgrade

The new HEIGHTFLEX system automatically lowers the seat by approximately 30 mm when coming to a stop.

With the optional low seat in its lower position, Triumph quotes a seat height of:

- 790 mm when stationary

- 820 mm while riding

It also introduces Centre Stand Assist, which temporarily increases suspension preload to reduce the effort needed to put the bike on its centre stand.

For a large adventure motorcycle, these are genuinely useful improvements.

📡 Front & Rear Radar Technology

The new Tiger 1200 gets Bosch-developed front and rear radar, enabling an advanced rider-assistance package that includes:

- Adaptive Cruise Control

- Blind Spot Assist

- Forward Collision Warning

- Emergency Brake Assist

- Group Ride Assist

- Riding Distance Assist

- Rear Distance Warning

These systems are designed to improve rider awareness, particularly on long-distance rides and busy highways. Availability and operation can vary by model and market.

📱 Technology & Connectivity

- New 7-inch HD touchscreen TFT display

- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

- Integrated cooled phone compartment

- USB-C charging

- Updated switchgear

- Comprehensive electronic rider-assistance systems

Triumph is clearly pushing the Tiger 1200 further into the premium, technology-focused adventure-touring category.

🏕️ Four Variants Explained

1. Tiger 1200 GT Pro — Road-focused adventure touring with cast wheels and a 20-litre fuel tank.

2. Tiger 1200 Rally Pro — More off-road-oriented equipment, spoked wheels, additional engine protection and Off-road Pro riding mode.

3. Tiger 1200 GT Explorer — Road-focused touring with a larger 30-litre fuel tank and additional equipment.

4. Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer — The adventure-focused flagship, combining spoked wheels, a 30-litre tank and additional protection, including upper engine bars.

📊 Key Specifications at a Glance

Specification| New Tiger 1200

Engine capacity| 1,160 cc

Engine configuration| Inline triple

Maximum power| 158 PS

Maximum torque| 130 Nm

Gearbox| 6-speed

Final drive| Shaft drive

Front/rear wheels| 19-inch / 17-inch

Suspension travel| 200 mm / 200 mm

Fuel tank| 20 L Pro / 30 L Explorer

Display| 7-inch HD touchscreen

Rider assistance| Front and rear radar

💰 Price & Availability

Triumph's UK announcement lists the following starting prices:

- GT Pro: £18,295

- Rally Pro: £18,995

- GT Explorer: £19,875

- Rally Explorer: £20,575

UK dealership arrivals are expected from December 2026.

India pricing: An official India price for the updated model has not been confirmed in the announcement available as of 28 October 2026. UK pricing should not be treated as an Indian ex-showroom or on-road price.

🏁 My Take

The combination of 158 PS, semi-active self-lowering suspension, front and rear radar, smartphone connectivity and four distinct variants makes the new Tiger 1200 a substantial evolution of Triumph's flagship adventure tourer.

The switch to 19-inch front wheels across the lineup is particularly interesting. It gives the Rally models a different wheel configuration from the previous 21-inch-front setup, so it'll be interesting to see how the updated bikes perform in real off-road conditions.

Discussion time! 👇

1. Would you choose the GT Explorer or Rally Explorer?

2. Is front-and-rear radar becoming a must-have feature on premium adventure bikes?

3. Do you think the 19-inch front wheel across the range is the right move?

4. Would you consider the new Tiger 1200 over the BMW R 1300 GS or Ducati Multistrada V4?

Official announcement: https://www.triumphmotorcycles.com/for-the-ride/news/motorcycles/triumph-launches-new-tiger-1200-2026-10-27

Specifications and prices may vary by market. Indian pricing and availability remain subject to official confirmation.

I'm from Ahmedabad and looking to buy an all-rounder bike within a 2 lakh on-road budget.

My requirements:

- Height: 5'8"

- Usage: Daily city commuting + occasional touring (150-250 km, around twice a month). (I have pickup and drop facility in company I work, so daily city use is not actually daily, hope you understand)

- Good suspension and comfortable ride on typical Indian roads.

- Mileage: 40+ km/l on highways at around 80-90 km/h, fine with around 32-35 km/l in the city.

- Reliable engine, low maintenance, and comfortable riding posture are deal breaker.

- 10+ years ownership

- Occasionally carry a pillion (my mother should be able to sit within city).

- Not an aggressive rider, so performance isn't a priority. Electronics features are a bonus, not a necessity(not a deal breaker).

I've shortlisted the TVS Ronin and thinking to stretch my budget to Suzuki Vstrom (if it's worth extra money).

Which would be the better all-rounder in terms of reliability, comfort, mileage, and overall value for money? Would love to hear real-world experiences from owners!

Even worse, ye papa ki bike hai bc......

Footrest toh fix hojayega, but that big scratch is still there. Ab kya karu.....

I too have an goan classic 350, i want to know what people think about it.

Hii
I want a bike for occasional drive
In which low end and mid range should be best
And sometimes in weekends
Will try for 30-40km where I can feel the thrill

My two options and offering

Honda CB 350RS
Ex -203397
Insurance fron Acko -7000
RTO-13,344

Total = 2.34L

Speed 400
Ex-showroom 2,36,040
Rto-15444
Leg guard -1450
Insurance-outside
On road 2,52934+7000(Acko insurance)=2.60L

26K difference

What should I do

This bike maybe bad but its perfectly good at it!

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AMA

Guys please tell me how these are looking? I found them much sturdier and safer than the One X. And they come in stock rarely.

Back in the day Hero and Honda collaborated and called Hero Honda 🔥 as a dominant motorcycle brand in Indian motercycle market. And they produced the legendary bike "The lord Splendor Plus💀"

From that name Splendor Plus the name SP is derived to continue the legacy knowingly or unknowingly.

And that 100 cc bike got a good upgrade by HONDA engineering and ruled the 125 segment💪🏻. However I don't have any verified source of my claim but it is.🥀

TL;DR : SP=Splendor Plus 🫂

Bro is milking ather