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Time of India
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Ducati expands after-sales network with service-only facility in Goa
Ducati has collaborated with Legacy Motors to launch a new service-only facility in Mapusa, North Goa, marking the brand's expansion of its after-sales services in India. The facility, which is the first of its kind for Ducati in the country, aims to provide convenient service, spares, and accidental repairs to Ducati owners, especially those exploring the western coast and southern India. The new facility spans 1,200 sq. ft. and features two automated service bays. A dedicated customer lounge is also available, offering Ducati owners a premium service experience. The location is strategically positioned just off National Highway NH-66. This arterial route links Mumbai to Kanyakumari, making it a convenient stop for Ducati riders exploring the western coast and southern India. Bipul Chandra, Managing Director at Ducati India, said "This new service setup not only brings Ducati's renowned service standards to the Goan Ducatisti but also serves as a crucial pit stop for riders on long-distance road trips along the west coast. We are proud to collaborate once again with Legacy Motors, who have consistently delivered excellence in the form of our Dealer Partners in Pune and now bring the same commitment to Goa." This Goa facility represents the second venture of Legacy Motors in India. This follows the success of their Pune operations. A dedicated Ducati Owners Club (DOC) for Goa is also planned. An announcement regarding this will be made soon.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Superbikes in India: How millennials are turning high-speed riding into a lifestyle
Fill It, Shut It, Never Forget It The story is the same on most weekends. The quiet chill early in the morning is broken by the roar of burning dinosaur juice. Cubic capacities spit fire and turn the wheels for riders in search of peace. India is witnessing a surge in the popularity of high-end bikes. Clearly, as the Indian economy grows, so has the appetite for premium experiences. Riders are increasingly drawn to not just the machines, but the full package — cuttingedge tech, safety and a vibrant riding culture. Among superbikes, models like the Yamaha YZF-R1 , Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R , Ducati Panigale V4 , BMW S1000RR and Suzuki Hayabusa are all finding fans around the country. Adventure bikes like Triumph Tiger and tourers like Honda Gold Wing bookend the high-end bike market. According to data from Jato Dynamics, Aprilia, BMW, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Triumph have together sold around 6,500 bikes that cost upwards of `10 lakh since 2023. Motorcycle manufacturers have responded to demand with more accessible models and upgrade paths that let enthusiasts evolve from casual riders to high-performance explorers. Local assembly and innovation in electric and hybrid superbikes should drive further adoption. Beyond speed and engineering, high-end machines have become a symbol of lifestyle and community. From nippy weekend group rides to leisurely cross-country road trips, the culture around biking has deepened. Destinations like Leh, Spiti, Tawang, the western ghats, Wayanad and coastal routes of Tamil Nadu and Goa have become pilgrimages for these modern nomads. The rise of riding schools, track days and official biking clubs has given structure to the culture. These events build skills, strengthen bonds and help riders experience their machines to the fullest. More importantly, they are making superbiking a shared passion. Manufacturers are investing in this growing culture. Ducati, for example, highlights its Ducati Riding Experience (DRE) events and has seven active Ducati Official Clubs (DOCs) across India, with more on the way in Chennai and Kochi. 'These rides are not just leisure; they reflect the spirit of our brand and strengthen community advocacy,' says Bipul Chandra, MD, Ducati India. BMW Motorrad India is equally committed, planning over 72 rides in 2024 through its Weekend Escapes and BMW Safaris. 'We're not just selling motorcycles — we're creating unforgettable journeys,' says Vikram Pawah, president and CEO, BMW Group India. As a result of all of this, India's superbike accessories market is witnessing a surge, with motorcycle enthusiasts seeking enhanced safety, perfor mance and personalisation, says Vivek Jaising, founding partner, Performance Racing, a leading accessories major. Brands are also introducing high-quality riding gear tailored to Indian consumers, Jaising points out. Vroom With a View 1. Manali to Leh The dream ride for every adventurous biker, passing through high altitude regions of Baralacha La and Tanglang La, with scenic views of the Beas river and Suraj Tal. • Distance: 474 kms approx • Estimated riding time: 2 days • Suggested route: Manali › Rohtang Pass › Keylong › Jispa › Baralacha La › Sarchu › Pang › Leh 2. Ahmedabad to Kutch On this route, bikers can explore the surreal landscapes of the Rann of Kutch — a vast salt marsh in Gujarat — and Modhera Sun Temple, a 10th-century architectural marvel. • Distance: 400-450 kms approx • Estimated riding time: 7-9 hours • Suggested route: Ahmedabad › Viramgam › Maliya › Bhachau › Bhuj-Dhordo (Rann of Kutch) 3. Darjeeling to Gangtok Lush valleys, misty Kanchenjunga mountains, and vibrant culture all come together to make this one of the most beautiful routes. • Distance: 97-125 kms approx • Estimated riding time: 3-5 hours • Suggested route: Via Teesta Bazar or via Lamahatta, a slightly longer but scenic route. 4. Chennai to Pondicherry Cruising along the Bay of Bengal with glimpses of the sea almost the entire way, lined by coconut groves, fishing villages and backwaters make this an ideal biking route on a weekend. • Distance: 155 kms via East Coast Road (ECR) • Estimated riding time: 3.5-4 hours • Suggested Route: Chennai › Mahabalipuram › Kalpakkam › Pondicherry via East Coast Road 5. Bengaluru to Ooty One of South India's most picturesque routes, offering a blend of smooth highways, dense forests and the famous 36 hairpin bends. • Distance: 270-300 kms approx • Estimated riding time: 6-8 hours • Suggested route: Bangalore › Mysore › Gundlupet › Bandipur › Mudumalai › Masinagudi › Ooty 6. Jaipur to Jaisalmer A motorcycle journey across the deserts of Rajasthan and its different landscapes, cultural richness with stops at Ajmer Sharif Dargah and Mehrangarh Fort. • Distance: 652 kms approx via NH48 and NH62 • Estimated riding time: Around 10.5-11 hours • Suggested route: Jaipur › Kishangarh › Ajmer › Beawar › Pali › Jodhpur › Phalodi › Jaisalmer 7. Delhi to Jim Corbett national park/ Nainital The drive from Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park and Nainital is a blend of winding hill roads and immense scenic beauty. • Distance: 245-290 kms approx • Estimated riding time: 5.5-7 hours • Route 1: Via NH9 (Delhi › Gajraula › Moradabad › Kashipur › Ramnagar) is the fastest and most popular route. • Route 2: Via NH9 and NH121 (Delhi › Hapur › Garhmukteshwar › Amroha › Moradabad › Kashipur › Ramnagar) is slightly longer, but you get a mix of heritage sites and scenic beauty. 8. Delhi tO Nainital Similar to the Jim Corbett route, this one has plenty of twisty turns. • Distance: 300 kms approx • Estimated riding time: 6-7 hours • Suggested route: Delhi › Hapur › Garhmukteshwar › Moradabad › Rampur › Bhimtal › Nainital Short runs
Economic Times
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- Economic Times
Superbikes in India: How millennials are turning high-speed riding into a lifestyle
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The story is the same on most weekends. The quiet chill early in the morning is broken by the roar of burning dinosaur juice. Cubic capacities spit fire and turn the wheels for riders in search of peace. India is witnessing a surge in the popularity of high-end as the Indian economy grows, so has the appetite for premium experiences. Riders are increasingly drawn to not just the machines, but the full package — cuttingedge tech, safety and a vibrant riding culture. Among superbikes, models like the Yamaha YZF-R1 BMW S1000RR and Suzuki Hayabusa are all finding fans around the country. Adventure bikes like Triumph Tiger and tourers like Honda Gold Wing bookend the high-end bike to data from Jato Dynamics, Aprilia, BMW, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Triumph have together sold around 6500 bikes that cost upwards of `10 lakh since 2023. Motorcycle manufacturers have responded to demand with more accessible models and upgrade paths that let enthusiasts evolve from casual riders to high-performance explorers. Local assembly and innovation in electric and hybrid superbikes should drive further speed and engineering, high-end machines have become a symbol of lifestyle and community. From nippy weekend group rides to leisurely cross-country road trips, the culture around biking has deepened. Destinations like Leh, Spiti, Tawang, the western ghats, Wayanad and coastal routes of Tamil Nadu and Goa have become pilgrimages for these modern rise of riding schools, track days and official biking clubs has given structure to the culture. These events build skills, strengthen bonds and help riders experience their machines to the fullest. More importantly, they are making superbiking a shared are investing in this growing culture. Ducati, for example, highlights its Ducati Riding Experience (DRE) events and has seven active Ducati Official Clubs (DOCs) across India, with more on the way in Chennai and Kochi. 'These rides are not just leisure; they reflect the spirit of our brand and strengthen community advocacy,' says Bipul Chandra, MD, Ducati Motorrad India is equally committed, planning over 72 rides in 2024 through its Weekend Escapes and BMW Safaris. 'We're not just selling motorcycles — we're creating unforgettable journeys,' says Vikram Pawah, president and CEO, BMW Group a result of all of this, India's superbike accessories market is witnessing a surge, with motorcycle enthusiasts seeking enhanced safety, perfor mance and personalisation, says Vivek Jaising, founding partner, Performance Racing, a leading accessories major. Brands are also introducing high-quality riding gear tailored to Indian consumers, Jaising points dream ride for every adventurous biker, passing through high altitude regions of Baralacha La and Tanglang La, with scenic views of the Beas river and Suraj Tal.• Distance: 474 kms approx• Estimated riding time: 2 days• Suggested route: Manali › Rohtang Pass › Keylong › Jispa › Baralacha La › Sarchu › Pang › LehOn this route, bikers can explore the surreal landscapes of the Rann of Kutch — a vast salt marsh in Gujarat — and Modhera Sun Temple, a 10th-century architectural marvel.• Distance: 400-450 kms approx• Estimated riding time: 7-9 hours• Suggested route: Ahmedabad› Viramgam › Maliya › Bhachau › Bhuj-Dhordo (Rann of Kutch)Lush valleys, misty Kanchenjunga mountains, and vibrant culture all come together to make this one of the most beautiful routes.• Distance: 97-125 kms approx• Estimated riding time: 3-5 hours• Suggested route: Via Teesta Bazar or via Lamahatta, a slightly longer but scenic along the Bay of Bengal with glimpses of the sea almost the entire way, lined by coconut groves, fishing villages and backwaters make this an ideal biking route on a weekend.• Distance: 155 kms via East Coast Road (ECR)• Estimated riding time: 3.5-4 hours• Suggested Route: Chennai › Mahabalipuram › Kalpakkam › Pondicherry via East Coast RoadOne of South India's most picturesque routes, offering a blend of smooth highways, dense forests and the famous 36 hairpin bends.• Distance: 270-300 kms approx• Estimated riding time: 6-8 hours• Suggested route: Bangalore › Mysore › Gundlupet › Bandipur › Mudumalai › Masinagudi › OotyA motorcycle journey across the deserts of Rajasthan and its different landscapes, cultural richness with stops at Ajmer Sharif Dargah and Mehrangarh Fort.• Distance: 652 kms approx via NH48 and NH62• Estimated riding time: Around 10.5-11 hours• Suggested route: Jaipur › Kishangarh › Ajmer › Beawar › Pali › Jodhpur › Phalodi › JaisalmerThe drive from Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park and Nainital is a blend of winding hill roads and immense scenic beauty.• Distance: 245-290 kms approx• Estimated riding time: 5.5-7 hours• Route 1: Via NH9 (Delhi › Gajraula › Moradabad › Kashipur › Ramnagar) is the fastest and most popular route.• Route 2: Via NH9 and NH121 (Delhi › Hapur › Garhmukteshwar › Amroha › Moradabad › Kashipur › Ramnagar) is slightly longer, but you get a mix of heritage sites and scenic to the Jim Corbett route, this one has plenty of twisty turns.• Distance: 300 kms approx• Estimated riding time: 6-7 hours• Suggested route: Delhi › Hapur › Garhmukteshwar › Moradabad › Rampur › Bhimtal › Nainital
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Superbikes in India: How millennials are turning high-speed riding into a lifestyle
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The story is the same on most weekends. The quiet chill early in the morning is broken by the roar of burning dinosaur juice. Cubic capacities spit fire and turn the wheels for riders in search of peace. India is witnessing a surge in the popularity of high-end as the Indian economy grows, so has the appetite for premium experiences. Riders are increasingly drawn to not just the machines, but the full package — cuttingedge tech, safety and a vibrant riding culture. Among superbikes, models like the Yamaha YZF-R1 BMW S1000RR and Suzuki Hayabusa are all finding fans around the country. Adventure bikes like Triumph Tiger and tourers like Honda Gold Wing bookend the high-end bike to data from Jato Dynamics, Aprilia, BMW, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Triumph have together sold around 6500 bikes that cost upwards of `10 lakh since 2023. Motorcycle manufacturers have responded to demand with more accessible models and upgrade paths that let enthusiasts evolve from casual riders to high-performance explorers. Local assembly and innovation in electric and hybrid superbikes should drive further speed and engineering, high-end machines have become a symbol of lifestyle and community. From nippy weekend group rides to leisurely cross-country road trips, the culture around biking has deepened. Destinations like Leh, Spiti, Tawang, the western ghats, Wayanad and coastal routes of Tamil Nadu and Goa have become pilgrimages for these modern rise of riding schools, track days and official biking clubs has given structure to the culture. These events build skills, strengthen bonds and help riders experience their machines to the fullest. More importantly, they are making superbiking a shared are investing in this growing culture. Ducati, for example, highlights its Ducati Riding Experience (DRE) events and has seven active Ducati Official Clubs (DOCs) across India, with more on the way in Chennai and Kochi. 'These rides are not just leisure; they reflect the spirit of our brand and strengthen community advocacy,' says Bipul Chandra, MD, Ducati Motorrad India is equally committed, planning over 72 rides in 2024 through its Weekend Escapes and BMW Safaris. 'We're not just selling motorcycles — we're creating unforgettable journeys,' says Vikram Pawah, president and CEO, BMW Group a result of all of this, India's superbike accessories market is witnessing a surge, with motorcycle enthusiasts seeking enhanced safety, perfor mance and personalisation, says Vivek Jaising, founding partner, Performance Racing, a leading accessories major. Brands are also introducing high-quality riding gear tailored to Indian consumers, Jaising points dream ride for every adventurous biker, passing through high altitude regions of Baralacha La and Tanglang La, with scenic views of the Beas river and Suraj Tal.• Distance: 474 kms approx• Estimated riding time: 2 days• Suggested route: Manali › Rohtang Pass › Keylong › Jispa › Baralacha La › Sarchu › Pang › LehOn this route, bikers can explore the surreal landscapes of the Rann of Kutch — a vast salt marsh in Gujarat — and Modhera Sun Temple, a 10th-century architectural marvel.• Distance: 400-450 kms approx• Estimated riding time: 7-9 hours• Suggested route: Ahmedabad› Viramgam › Maliya › Bhachau › Bhuj-Dhordo (Rann of Kutch)Lush valleys, misty Kanchenjunga mountains, and vibrant culture all come together to make this one of the most beautiful routes.• Distance: 97-125 kms approx• Estimated riding time: 3-5 hours• Suggested route: Via Teesta Bazar or via Lamahatta, a slightly longer but scenic along the Bay of Bengal with glimpses of the sea almost the entire way, lined by coconut groves, fishing villages and backwaters make this an ideal biking route on a weekend.• Distance: 155 kms via East Coast Road (ECR)• Estimated riding time: 3.5-4 hours• Suggested Route: Chennai › Mahabalipuram › Kalpakkam › Pondicherry via East Coast RoadOne of South India's most picturesque routes, offering a blend of smooth highways, dense forests and the famous 36 hairpin bends.• Distance: 270-300 kms approx• Estimated riding time: 6-8 hours• Suggested route: Bangalore › Mysore › Gundlupet › Bandipur › Mudumalai › Masinagudi › OotyA motorcycle journey across the deserts of Rajasthan and its different landscapes, cultural richness with stops at Ajmer Sharif Dargah and Mehrangarh Fort.• Distance: 652 kms approx via NH48 and NH62• Estimated riding time: Around 10.5-11 hours• Suggested route: Jaipur › Kishangarh › Ajmer › Beawar › Pali › Jodhpur › Phalodi › JaisalmerThe drive from Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park and Nainital is a blend of winding hill roads and immense scenic beauty.• Distance: 245-290 kms approx• Estimated riding time: 5.5-7 hours• Route 1: Via NH9 (Delhi › Gajraula › Moradabad › Kashipur › Ramnagar) is the fastest and most popular route.• Route 2: Via NH9 and NH121 (Delhi › Hapur › Garhmukteshwar › Amroha › Moradabad › Kashipur › Ramnagar) is slightly longer, but you get a mix of heritage sites and scenic to the Jim Corbett route, this one has plenty of twisty turns.• Distance: 300 kms approx• Estimated riding time: 6-7 hours• Suggested route: Delhi › Hapur › Garhmukteshwar › Moradabad › Rampur › Bhimtal › Nainital
Time of India
21-04-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Ducati India unveils 2025 Scrambler Full Throttle inspired by flat track racing
Ducati India has launched the 2025 Scrambler Ducati Full Throttle, a new addition to its Scrambler line-up that draws inspiration from the world of flat track racing. The motorcycle is now available at Ducati dealerships across the country, including in cities such as New Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Kolkata. The new Scrambler Full Throttle comes with a distinct black and bronze livery, low variable cross-section handlebar, and side number plates – design elements that underline its racing pedigree and urban styling. It also features a lightweight chassis and Termignoni exhaust system , delivering a balance of power and agility for both city commuting and open-road riding, the company said. Sporty styling Positioned as a sportier interpretation within the Scrambler range, the 2025 Full Throttle is targeted at riders seeking both dynamic performance and post-heritage design cues. It continues the Scrambler tradition of blending modern engineering with retro-inspired aesthetics. Bipul Chandra, MD, Ducati India, said, "The new Scrambler Ducati Full Throttle is more than just a motorcycle – it's a bold expression of racing heritage and freedom that resonates deeply with Indian riders who crave individuality and performance. With its new black and bronze livery and upgraded features, the 2025 Full Throttle is perfectly suited for those who want an authentic Street Tracker experience with everyday rideability and unmistakable style." The launch of the Full Throttle follows Ducati's strategy to cater to enthusiasts looking for a blend of sporty character and accessible performance in the midsize segment, the company added.
