INDIA BIKE WEEK 2025

New roads, same brotherhood

- Words By: Sohil Nikam

India Bike Week 2025 felt different even before the gates opened. The ride itself set the tone. Rolling out of Mumbai on a Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650, the journey to Panchgani was a reminder of why long-distance riding remains the soul of motorcycling. Chilly mornings demanded layers and patience, afternoons were pleasantly warm, evenings felt soothingly calm, and by nightfall, the energy shifted gears entirely. It was the perfect backdrop for what would turn out to be one of the most memorable editions of India Bike Week yet.

NEW TRAILS

The biggest talking point heading into IBW 2025 was the venue shift. Moving the festival from Goa to Panchgani at such short notice was no small logistical challenge. The window for planning was tight, expectations were high, and scepticism was natural. Yet, once on the ground, it was clear that the organisers had pulled off something remarkable. The festival layout was intuitive, crowd movement was well managed, and the overall flow, from stages to brand zones to food and beverage areas, felt far more seamless than one would expect given the circumstances.