Why Goa is a biker's paradise this season

THREE MAJOR MOTORCYCLE FESTS WITHIN A MONTH

- VIKRAM CHAUDHARY

AFTER AN INTENSE monsoon, it’s time for Goa to turn not just warm, but hot and roaring.

India’s party capital is set to become the country’s motorcycling capital starting this weekend, with three festivals — Royal Enfield Motoverse, TVS MotoSoul, and the India Bike Week.

Motoverse: Happening from November 21-23, the Motoverse — previously called the Rider Mania — is Royal Enfield’s signature festival. This year, riders can take part in dirt track championship, challenge themselves at Ace the Hill (hill climb race), and for the first time try and break limits on the Guerrilla 450 (Busted Knuckles Build Off). Those who love the Himalayan 450 can take part in the Himalayan Spirit, a unique off-road experience.

Beyond bikes, Motoverse has an artist lineup boasting of Hanumankind and Diplo, alongside performances from bands like Euphoria, The Yellow Diary, and Thaikkudam Bridge.