Aayush Rathod’s Journalist Portfolio
View as a gridWhy The Kawasaki Ninja H2R Stands Alone In The World Of Modern Superbikes
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Hyperbikes are the creme-de-la-creme of motorcycles, but the H2R sits at a pedestal that other hyperbikes can only dream of. Here's why.
The History And Mystery Of Ducati's Desmodromic Valves
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Desmodromic valves were once a recipe for winning races but today, they are obsolete. Even Ducati is phasing them out. Here's what they are all about.
Retro Revival: How Retro-Styling Is Taking Over The Industry
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Expect more retro sports bikes, retro ADVs, and retro cruisers in the near future because they're all the hype
Why 270-Degree Parallel Twins Have Become So Popular
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A 270-degree crossplane crank makes parallel-twin engines sound good, feel smoother, and rev faster. Here's how it all works.
Why The V-Twin Is The Standard Engine For Big Cruisers
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Big cruisers are synonymous with V-twin engines, but why is that? We dive deep to find the answer
Why The Crocker V-Twin Is Worth A Million Dollars
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We tell you all about one of the most expensive vintage American V-twin motorcycles you can buy today
The Truth About Kawasaki Racing's Green Color Choice
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Ever wondered why Kawasaki motorcycles are green? Here is everything you need to know about Kawasaki's Lime Green livery.
The 90s Superbike That Could Destroy Supercars
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Not only supercars, the Suzuki Hayabusa destroyed every other motorcycle at the time and won the race wars.
Aayush Rathod | TopSpeed
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Aayush's love affair with motorcycles began with a Ducati 1198 he saw as a kid. That sparked a lifelong obsession, reflected in his overflowing HotWheels collection and bike parts scattered around his house. He embraces that 95% of his personality is motorcycles (although his friends wish he would talk about something else).