India Bike Week 2024: A quick review

India Bike Week (IBW) 2024 kicked off with a grand opening in Vagator, Goa, bringing together over 25,000 motorcycle enthusiasts from across the country. The two-day event, which celebrates its eleventh anniversary under the theme “One for All”, reaffirms its status as India’s largest motorcycle festival. From high-octane racing to celebrity talks and exciting bike launches, IBW 2024 captured the hearts of the cycling world.

The excitement and challenge of racing

The event offers adrenaline-pumping moments through a variety of competitions:

• Harley-Davidson Flat Track Race: Yogesh P won the championship and received Rs 5 lakh as prize money, while Satyaraj Arumugam and Yogi Chabbria received Rs 3 lakh and Rs 2 lakh respectively.
• Hill Climb (presented by Reise Moto): Russy Josy won Rs 50,000, with Osh Babani and Yuva Kumar completing the podium.
• Dirt Dash: Gigyun Benjamin won a prize of Rs 25,000 for his outstanding performance.

Interactive elements such as Pulsar Daredevil Bridge and Ghostriders’ Pulsar Stunt School captivated audiences, while Tiivra Action Games added a unique gamification element.

Bike release and customization

IBW 2024 saw exciting product debuts and custom creations:

• KTM launched the 390 Adventure S and 390 Enduro R, while Dakar Rally participant Ashish Raorane showed off the new Reise Moto tire design.
• The Brixton VLF Scooter impresses with its modern aesthetic.
• Rajputana Customs reveals a Harley-Davidson Flat Track Racer that highlights creative engineering.

Moto Art Collective showcases innovative bike designs that blend artistry with functionality.

Inspiring speeches and celebrity appearances

Cycling legends and celebrities bring their stories to life:

• Former MotoGP racer Xavier Simeon, adventurer Elspeth Beard and influencer Marc Travels share fascinating experiences.
• Bollywood actors Amit Sadh, Kunal Thakur and Anil Charanjeet add stars as they recount personal cycling adventures effect.

The Big Trip section features cycling stories from around the world, including highlights from Ankit Lamba, Elspeth Beard and Sherman Nazareth, inspiring attendees to dream big.

community and club spirit

The Club Village hosted over 5,000 riders and celebrated the camaraderie of motorcycle clubs.

• Sayed Omer Siddique’s BURAAQ won the Best Modified Bike award, while Radon won the Club of the Year award with the participation of 326 registered members.

The J-One Motorcycle Derby highlighted community service by awarding a custom sidecar Harley-Davidson Street Bob to the Brotherhood Bikers Club.

Music and new festival announcements

Headliners Divine, OAFF and Savera as well as Brodha V livened up the atmosphere and ensured the festivities were high energy.

The festival also launches ‘Generation Speed ​​- The Indian Car Festival’, which aims to bring car enthusiasts together for a new type of event focusing on everything from supercars to off-roading.

A legacy of adventure

India Bike Week 2024 is more than just an event; it is a testament to the passion and unity of the Indian cycling community. From races and launches to music and camaraderie, the festival sets a new benchmark for motorcycle culture in the country.