From the road — our blog

Practical posts for planning a ride around Rishikesh or a Chardham trip — documents, costs, timing, safety. Written by people who've actually ridden these roads, not adapted from somewhere else.

• 18 October 2026 Royal Enfield Himalayan vs Classic 350 in Rishikesh — Which One?

  Royal Enfield Himalayan vs Classic 350 for a Rishikesh trip: honest pros, cons and a side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right one.

• 11 October 2026 Is Riding to Chardham by Bike a Good Idea? An Honest Answer

  Is a Chardham Yatra bike trip a good idea? An honest look at who it suits, the real risks, and the questions worth asking yourself before you book.

• 4 October 2026 A Bike Trip Itinerary for Neelkanth Mahadev, Hour by Hour

  A realistic hour-by-hour itinerary for a Neelkanth Mahadev bike trip from Laxman Jhula — pickup, ride, temple darshan, lunch, and getting back before dark.

• 27 September 2026 Rishikesh to Haridwar by Bike — Distance and Route

  Rishikesh to Haridwar by bike: about 25km, 45 minutes. Ganga Aarti timing at Har Ki Pauri, parking near the ghats, and the Rajaji National Park route option.

• 20 September 2026 15 Places to Visit in Rishikesh by Bike

  15 places to visit in Rishikesh by bike, with distance from Laxman Jhula, ride time, and best time of day for each.

• 13 September 2026 Riding Tips for Mountain Roads in Uttarakhand

  Mountain road riding safety in Uttarakhand: engine braking, blind hairpins, overtaking, monsoon riding, altitude, and what to do at a landslide.

• 9 September 2026 Laxman Jhula Bike Rental Checklist for Sep–Oct 2026

  Renting a bike near Laxman Jhula this September or October? Check bridge access, pickup, bike choice, documents, parking and mountain-route planning.

• 6 September 2026 Scooty or Royal Enfield? Which Bike to Rent in Rishikesh

  Scooty vs Royal Enfield in Rishikesh: a decision guide by trip type, experience, budget and terrain, with a clear recommendation table.

• 30 August 2026 Best Time for a Bike Trip in Rishikesh — Month by Month

  Best time to visit Rishikesh for a bike trip: month-by-month weather, road conditions, and what's actually open, from a shop that rides these roads year-round.

• 23 August 2026 Chardham Yatra by Bike — What It Actually Costs

  Chardham Yatra bike trip cost: a full 12-day budget covering rental, fuel, food, stays and entry fees, compared against a car-and-driver package.

• 16 August 2026 Documents Needed to Rent a Bike in Rishikesh

  Documents needed to rent a bike in Rishikesh: original driving licence, Aadhaar or passport, deposit norms, and what a legitimate shop should never ask for.

• 16 August 2026 Renting a Bike in India as a Foreigner — What You Actually Need

  Renting a bike in India as a foreigner: International Driving Permit rules, accepted licences, insurance reality, and what we can and can't rent without an IDP.