motorcycle
Wheels of change: Bangladesh’s journey to self-sufficiency in motorcycle manufacture
It was once beyond anyone’s wildest imagination that Bangladesh would become a motorcycle manufacturing hub. Only seven years ago, the country relied on imports to meet 95 percent of its demand for motorbikes.
Honda SP160 launched in Bangladesh
Honda has recently launched the SP160 in Bangladesh, following the introduction of Honda SP125 last year. The 163-cc bike features a BS-VI PGM-FI engine and a full digital metre with anti-lock braking system (ABS) indicator, among other features.
Sadia's cross-country adventure on a motorbike
Sadia Afrin, a textile engineer and a leading figure in the female biking community "Yamaha Riders Club-Girls," recently completed a solo cross-country motorcycle trip across Bangladesh. Her journey not only showcased her determination but also highlighted the potential of female riders in the country.
Motorcycles over 250cc likely to get pricier
A 10% customs duty will be imposed on raw materials for the assembly of motorcycles with engine capacity exceeding 250 cubic capacity
#Women Empowerment / Is Bangladesh witnessing a surge in female motorcycle users?
In a nation where traditional gender roles have long dictated societal norms a quiet revolution is underway on the streets of Bangladesh. In recent years, as more and more women are seizing the opportunity to use motorbikes daily, certain cultural perceptions and stereotypes are being effectively challenged.
Manufacturers rev up production of higher-cc bikes
government decided to allow up to 350cc bikes to ply the streets of Bangladesh
From Road Trips to Soul Trips: Thunder Vlog's Mirza Abidur Rahman and his motorcycle diaries
Mirza Abidur Rahman, the creative force behind the YouTube channel THUNDER VLOG, has emerged as an aspiring motovlogger in Bangladesh, taking viewers on mesmerising journeys through his road trips and lens.
No licence, no bike
Nobody will be allowed to buy a motorcycle without a driving licence. Also, one would need a licence to get a motorcycle registered with the Bangladesh Road Transport Authority.
Small vehicles shoot up, so do accidents
A sharp and unregulated growth of vehicles, especially motorcycles and three-wheelers, over the last few years has resulted in a spike in the numbers of road crashes and casualties.
Eid rush: No motorbikes on highways from July 7 to 13 without “valid reasons”
Operations of motorcycles will remain restricted on the highways for a week from July 7, aiming to ensure road safety during the Eid rush.
Top 5 motorcycles under Tk. 1.5 lakh
Being the easiest and fastest way to commute through jam-packed traffic, motorbikes are an important part of people’s lives in
Thousands of motorcycles crossing river though Shimulia
Around 2,000 motorcycles have been waiting at Shimulia ghat to cross the River Padma this afternoon.
Up to 500cc motorbikes can be made locally
The government has granted permission to manufacturers to produce bikes up to 500cc engine capacity, a move that is expected to give a huge boost to the motorcycle industry in Bangladesh and provide the scope to bike lovers to ride higher engine two-wheelers.
Yamaha goes electric, Suzuki rice up their GSX-R150
Remember we talked about Yamaha working on an electric motor a few weeks ago? Well, they have transitioned to making a full-on motorcycle.
So cool,yet so far: CC-compliant bikes we should but don't have in Bangladesh
The motorcyclists in Bangladesh are pretty starved for choice thanks to our 165cc limit. What makes this already bad situation worse is that there are plenty of cool bikes that do fall under the said limit but for one reason or another, not offered by their respective dealers. Here are a few bikes an avid motorhead should consider getting through the grey market, as long as they are willing to pay the premium and do not hope for a robust warranty.
Honda brings retro goodness with Honda CB350
The newest addition to the “cool bike we can’t have” list, the Honda CB350 H’ness (Highness) is a retro cruiser made to mimic the original CB350 of the 1970 vintage.
Policy gets nod to promote locally made motorcycles
The cabinet yesterday gave the go-ahead to a policy to facilitate the motorcycle manufacturing industry's development which would
SI killed as bus rams motorcycle at Khilkhet
A sub-inspector of Gulshan Police Station was killed as a bus rammed his motorcycle in the city’s Khilkhet area.
Now, stickers of professionals banned in Ctg
After Dhaka, police authority in Chittagong city imposes a ban on use of stickers, identifying various professionals, on cars.