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TVS NTORQ 150 Review: 2-Day Ownership Experience | Real-World Performance & Ride Quality in Thane

Buying a new scooter is always a rush—a unique blend of excitement and mild nervousness. When my NTORQ 150 arrived in its vivid red color, it felt like a fresh chapter in my daily rides from Ghodbunder Road . Two days and five trips across Thane later, I’ve already given it a name—‘ Baby Taz ’—because every moment on the saddle so far has felt wild and genuinely spirited. Day Zero: First Touch, First Whirr My first encounter with Baby Taz set the tone. I remember stepping out into the cooled parking lot, the NTORQ ’s silhouette under the streetlights, hinting at everything it was eager to deliver. Thumb the starter, and the electric assist comes alive instantly. Even before you twist the throttle, you sense its sprightly nature, ready to leap forward at any moment. Morning Run: Ghodbunder to Powai (The Highway Ritual) Every early morning, my 25 km ride down the Eastern Express Highway feels different with “Baby Taz.” The scooter is nimble and almost intuitive in Mumbai ’s dawn traff...
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TVS NTORQ 150: Pocket-sized Rocket?

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TVS NTORQ 150 : Pocket-sized Rocket? The Indian scooter market has always been a hotbed for innovation, but every so often, a new launch generates a buzz that redefines expectations. The all-new TVS NTORQ 150, hailed as India's " fastest hyper-sport scooter ," is aiming for exactly that - the point where convenience meets genuine performance. But is it really a "pocket-sized rocket," or does the marketing sizzle outweigh the real-world steak? Let's dive in. Sculpted for Speed: Design and Visual Impact The moment the TVS NTORQ 150 rolls into view, it commands attention. While it carries forward the sharp, youthful design DNA of its 125cc sibling , a closer look reveals aggressive new bodywork, racing-inspired graphics, and a sportier stance. The NTORQ 150's aerodynamic lines, LED lights , and pronounced edges are not just for show - they hint at the purposeful performance underneath. Available in four bold colours, the NTORQ 150 takes the "scooter a...
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Location: Thane, Maharashtra, India
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Why I'm Gunning for Hero Xoom 160 - the scooter with potential for reviving a dying market!

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Hero Xoom 160 arrives at the right moment with the right recipe - credible performance, ADV styling , and a realistic price - to inject life into India's premium scooter niche that past icons couldn't scale, while fresh entrants like River Indie and VLF Mobster 135 signal broader momentum for revival. Earlier stars - Kinetic Blaze , Vespa 150 , Aprilia SXR 160 , and Yamaha Aerox - each excelled at their brief but stayed niche due to high prices, timing, and market priorities, leaving room for a well-rounded, mass-viable package like the Xoom 160 to push the segment into the mainstream. The Premium Scooter Problem in India India's sales charts consistently reward practical, value-forward 110–125cc scooters (Activa, Jupiter, Access, Dio, NTorq 125), while premium offerings rarely crack the top-five - an indicator of demand concentration at the commuter end. Aerox 155 monthly sales: 2,142 units in Sept 2024 and 2,424 i...
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Location: Thane, Maharashtra, India
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All-new Ultraviolette X47: A desirable package that caught my attention! First View Opinion.

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 The Ultraviolette X47 is a tech-forward electric crossover with an ADV stance, segment-first rear radar , integrated dual dashcams , and an introductory price that undercuts many premium ICE rivals —making it a genuinely desirable package at first sight for urban riders and light touring duties alike. With IDC range options up to 323 km and useful rider aids, it presents a compelling, future-ready alternative to 250–400cc streetfighters and scramblers in India. Design and stance Ultraviolette positions the X47 as a “Crossover,” blending streetfighter sharpness with adventure-tourer cues like a beak-style front fender, protective windscreen, and a taller, readiness-for-bad-roads posture that reads ADV at a glance. Hardware such as a 41mm USD fork , long-travel suspension, and 208mm ground clearance reinforces the go-anywhere intent while retaining everyday urban agility. A cast aluminum subframe , tidy tail, and crisp surfacing add to perceived quality and durability, wit...
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Location: Thane, Maharashtra, India
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Grand Vitara and Victoris: Tale of Two Same-Same-but-Different Maruti Suzuki Siblings!

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  The Maruti Suzuki brand has achieved household status in India by delivering vehicles known for practicality, reliability, and value. Two of its most talked-about siblings in recent times— Grand Vitara and the all-new Victoris —represent the brand’s contrasting but converging paths in the dynamic C-segment SUV category. Their stories reveal Maruti Suzuki’s evolving vision, strategic market outreach, and unquenchable thirst for dominance in a segment thriving on innovation and diversity. Grand Vitara: The Global SUV Finds Home in India Origins Abroad, Modest Beginnings at Home The Suzuki Vitara story began globally in 1988, designed to appeal to adventurers seeking a compact 4x4 with legitimate off-road credibility. The Grand Vitara label adorned later generations, which, in international markets, carved a reputation for versatility. In India, however, the Grand Vitara’s first innings—launched in 2007 as a CBU import—felt offbeat. Priced high and available as a petrol-only SU...
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Location: Thane, Maharashtra, India
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