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Aayush Rathod

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Aayush Rathod’s Journalist Portfolio

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Why The Kawasaki Ninja H2R Stands Alone In The World Of Modern Superbikes

Why The Kawasaki Ninja H2R Stands Alone In The World Of Modern Superbikes

TopSpeed — 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

The History And Mystery Of Ducati's Desmodromic Valves

TopSpeed — 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

Retro Revival: How Retro-Styling Is Taking Over The Industry

TopSpeed — 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

Why 270-Degree Parallel Twins Have Become So Popular

TopSpeed — 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

Why The V-Twin Is The Standard Engine For Big Cruisers

TopSpeed — 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

Why The Crocker V-Twin Is Worth A Million Dollars

TopSpeed — 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

The Truth About Kawasaki Racing's Green Color Choice

TopSpeed — 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

The 90s Superbike That Could Destroy Supercars

TopSpeed — Not only supercars, the Suzuki Hayabusa destroyed every other motorcycle at the time and won the race wars.

Aayush Rathod | TopSpeed

Aayush Rathod | TopSpeed

TopSpeed — 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).