Watch: Man's unbelievable journey across Ladakh on a scooter goes viral
Ladakh, known for its steep climbs and rough terrain, is usually tackled on vehicles built for such challenges. So when a video of someone cruising through the region on a basic scooter surfaced on social media, it left people both amused and amazed.
The video, shared on Instagram by user _nirav_x17, shows his Suzuki Access scooter tackling some of Ladakh's toughest stretches. Calling his scooter 'Lord,' the rider captured moments of it making its way through rocky, steep trails– something you wouldn't usually expect in a place known for rugged adventure bikes.
Though the post went up some time ago, it has recently picked up pace, crossing 48,000 views as more and more people continue to share and react to it.
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The unexpected choice of vehicle and the demanding nature of the route left viewers both entertained and curious. The comments section saw a mix of humour, disbelief, and practical questions.
A user wrote, 'Brother, how did the engine survive such a long journey?' Another added, 'I feel Suzuki should sponsor your next trip, bro.'
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Highlighting the contrast in vehicle preferences, a comment read, 'Meanwhile, people are fighting whether the Himalayan or the interceptor is better for touring.'
One user joked, 'People after saying- ha mummy bs duch lene jarha hu thodi der mein ajaunga.'
Fuel-related concerns also came up, with a viewer commenting, 'I just want to know the money you ended up spending on petrol. Like this is crazy.' Another remarked, 'One should have the will for it- everything becomes easy after that- even a trip on a scooter.'
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