Rider Reviews

Embarking on a Rajasthan tour with four close friends, we embarked on a magnificent adventure astride Royal Enfield 500 cc Bullets, traversing diverse landscapes adorned with vibrant colors, bustling with people, diverse fauna, quaint villages, and bustling mega-cities.
Laughter filled our days as we sought out the finest Masala Chai, guided by the care of Narendra Singh Tour Owner and wonderful guide)

The people of India embraced us with friendliness, offering smiles, cheerful directions, and insightful history lessons as we explored forts, mosques, the Taj Mahal, markets, and castles.

Our culinary experience centered around spicy delights – local vegetable dishes, fresh Naan bread, chapattis, Aloo masala (Potato masala), Dahl makhani, Jalfrezi (hot vegetable curry), and samosas chaat with tamarind sauce were among our favorites.
Our accommodations were equally diverse, ranging from old havelis (traditional townhouses/mansions) and forts to old British hotels and modern establishments.
Exploring the narrow, bustling laneways in the old sections of cities was a cherished experience.

My journey with Indian Rides from India on their Northern India motorcycle tour was nothing short of incredible. Accompanied by five friends from France, the tour beautifully highlighted the stunning landscapes, rich cultures, and iconic landmarks of the region. The meticulously planned routes, comfortable accommodations, and well- suited Royal Enfield bikes added to the overall experience. Guide Narendra Singh, with his wealth of knowledge, provided captivating insights into each destination, enriching our cultural immersion. This tour is a definite must for adventure enthusiasts, motorcycle riders, and anyone looking for an unforgettable exploration of Northern India on two wheels!

My wife and I had an amazing experience during our motorcycle tour to Rajasthan with Indian Rides. We were provided with a brand new Royal Enfield 500 CC bike, excellent accommodations, and a friendly team from Indian Rides that enhanced our trip in every aspect. 
Our daily excursions ranged from 100 to 350 kilometers, leading us through long stretches in the saddle. On foot, we explored villages, maneuvered our bikes through flocks of sheep, and navigated bustling streets filled with people, trucks, buses, cars, camels, cows, goats, and dogs. Each day unfolded with new sights, sounds, scents, and breathtaking vistas.
IR truly offers great value for money, and I highly recommend them to anyone planning a motorbike holiday in India.

I went with two friends on the South India Spice Route Tour in October 2018. It was absolutely amazing. I was quite worried about the trip because our destination of Kerala had been severely flooded the previous month. In the end there was nothing to worry about. Narendra, Vinktesh, Dolat and Ram made sure we were always safe having checked the routes out and preparing diversions in case they were needed.
The itinerary of the trip can be found on their website but essentially goes down the Eastern coast of India from Chennai to Pondicherry and then across the southern plains of Tamil Nadu, up into the mountains and tea plantations of Kerala then down to the coast and lakes.
The sights i saw will stay with me forever and there is nothing like riding a motorbike through traffic in Indian cities. All the routes we rode had views of the real countryside and places of interest to visit.
Every night Narendra had picked a fantastic hotel for us to stay in. This was either for its luxury or historical interest. The food was delicious throughout the trip but you need to like curry if you are visiting India.
I can't recommend this trip enough.
We plan to go back and use the same company for one of their other trips next year.

I am a retired office worker who had once owned a 250cc Honda 30 years ago & ridden a few mopeds on holiday since then. I'd always wanted to visit India so when an old college friend suggested this tour I was easily persuaded. The trip more than lived up to my expectations. Travelling throughout rural India gave us all a fascinating insight into the culture & lifestyle of this developing country. I could write an essay on our experiences, however, for the purposes of this review I'll just mention salient points for anyone considering this holiday. Indian Rides are a fully independent Indian Company operating with financial support from government tourism grants. In the years they have been operating it is apparent they have developed a network of support people able to provide schedule flexibility & local knowledge. (One example - due to a strike The Taj Mahal visit looked doubtful, but IR organised an alternative route for us to by-pass the trouble). The standard of accommodation was excellent, often staying in atmospheric ancient forts in poor villages in the middle of sparse desert. The bikes were in excellent nick & were always cleaned & well maintained by the engineer. The support vehicle amazingly kept up with our brisk pace. The roads were generally good & we all enjoyed some off-road riding too. Although there were plenty of hazards on the roads (animals & flagrant flouting of normal road use by other vehicles) we never saw any accidents & if an inexperienced biker like me could cope with the conditions I'm sure most bikers would manage (with perhaps a heightened awareness of the potential dangers). Finally, I'd like to pay tribute to Narendra, the owner & our leader for the trip. He was approachable, informative, flexible & above all lead us with a noble responsibility for our safety & comfort. Andy Cameron

Visiting India for the first time, this was an attack on my senses, and riding a bike through it made it ten times better. I went with four close mates, and we all agreed that riding a Royal Enfield is the perfect vehicle to tackle the varied roads we encountered. Most of the road is tarmac, but be prepared for tracks through villages, and a bit of soft sand. An average rider can deal with any of these roads which take you into the heart of Rajastan. From the moment we set foot in Delhi, we were made to feel so welcome. The hotels were an ideal balance between originality and comfort, and the food was excellent at every location. Narendra and his team have put so much thought and preparation into the Forts and Palaces tour that all I can do is recommend you go and see it yourself. Until you do, you won't appreciate the sunning place India is. I'm already planning my next trip.