Podcast on The Past, Present & Future of Motorcycles | TFT The Flying Talks | EP01. Ft. Viraj Shah.
In this episode of TFS TheFlyingShirt, we take a ride through the past, present, and future of Motorcycles in India. We start with the legendary rise of Harley Davidson, how this iconic brand captured the global market and built a culture around its machines. From there, we move into the present landscape of motorcycles, the shifting trends, and what keeps bikers hooked even today.
Throughout the episode, we connect the dots between history, technology, and culture to paint a full picture of where the biking world is headed.
As the conversation moves forward, we dive deep into the future—EVs and how they are evolving. We cover what’s ready now, what’s missing, and how charging, batteries, and performance will behave in the next decade. Plus, a quick look at alternative fuels like biofuels and hydrogen, how they stack up against EVs, and what it all means for riders.
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(00:00) Intro
(01:37) Guest Intro
(05:34) Observation of Superbikes
(16:00) Kawasaki
(19:10) Ninja 1000cc Bike
(20:08) Comparison: Kawasaki vs. BMW
(21:07) BMW S1000 RR
(23:09) Experience of the S1000RR
(24:55) German Bikes
(27:50) THE PAST
(30:30) The Harley Davidson Legacy
(32:00) The Accessories Market
(40:00) Engine Segments & Technology
(43:55) What Defines a Superbike?
(53:00) THE PRESENT
(57:10) The Scrambler Segment
(59:00) TVS & Jawa
(01:00:00) Modern BMW
(01:08:00) Modern Kawasaki
(01:13:13) Kits for More Revs & Speed
(01:13:43) The Customer Experience
(01:24:11) THE FUTURE
(01:30:20) The Royal Enfield Experience
(01:45:17) Types of 400cc Bikes
(01:46:15) BMW GS1250
(01:48:55) Tiger 900 Rally Pro
(01:55:54) The Cruiser Segment
(02:00:31) Ducati
(02:01:31) The Sports Segment
(02:04:44) Modern Classics
(02:07:40) The Future of Motorcycles (EVs & More)
(02:25:37) Conclusion