The Riders

Me aka Biplab: The kid in the group.


Amol aka Model: My original riding partner for this trip. He believes in thoroughly relaxing on his holidays. Needs a good clean room and hot water before he retires for the night. Cares a lot about his bike and never rides rough. He earned his nickname because of his fair skin and his skill at posing for photos. Nothing beats his enthusiasm to click as many pictures of himself at every scenic location that we hit.


Arvind aka Bhaiyya: The natural leader of the group who maintains his cool under all situations. Very eager to drink only local water says he'll fall sick if he has Bisleri. His nickname is because of his roots in UP. Everyone in Amritsar mistook him for a Sardar.


Alex aka Walrus: The guy who is never in a hurry and like me insists on taking a few snaps whenever he sees something interesting. Earned his nickname because of his mustache.


Srikant aka Marathe: No matter who is leading the group he always is in the no 2 spot. His looks reminded me of Vivek Oberoi's character in Company.


Richie aka Saajan: Whenever we hit a smooth patch he is sure to leave us behind. Is generally the fastest to gear up and start the ride. Has used each and every mobile he could lay his hands on to give real time updates to his GF. Walked like Sanjay Dutt from Saajan and hence the nickname.