#bonnybam

Most people look at my 110cc TVS Jupiter and see a city commuter. I look at it and see a world-record-breaking machine that carried me through the highest passes of the Himalayas and the humidity of the South.

Setting the world record for the fastest K2K (Kashmir to Kanyakumari) journey taught me that solo riding isn't just about the machine, it is about the preparation and the "Rider’s Code".

Here are the 7 non-negotiable rules I lived by to conquer the subcontinent alone:

1. The Spirit is Your True Engine 🛵

Real power isn’t measured in CC, but in your resolve. If a scooter can conquer Umling La at 19,000+ feet, your bike can handle your dream route. Trust your preparation over your horsepower.

2. Respect the Sun 🌙🚫

Night riding in India is a dangerous gamble due to potholes, high-beam glare, and stray cattle. My rule is simple: Start at 5:00 AM and stop before dusk. This ensures you have light for the road and time to find a secure stay.

3. The 2-Minute Morning Lifeline 🛠️

Never start your day without a T-CLOCS check: Tyres, Controls, Lights, Oil, Chassis, and Stand. Knowing how to fix a basic fuse or cable is what keeps you moving when the road gets tough.

4. Carry the Weight, Don't Wear It 🎒✖️

Ditch the backpack; it causes spinal fatigue and traps heat. Use saddlebags or tail bags to keep the center of gravity low. Your body needs to be free to move with the machine.

5. Hydration is Your Best Performance Mod 🍎💧

Fatigue is a silent killer on the highway. Use a 3L hydration pack to sip water constantly and avoid heavy, oily meals that lead to "food comas". If you feel drowsy, pull over immediately, no exceptions.

6. Physical Paperwork is Still King 📄

Digital is great, but remote army checkpoints in Arunachal or Ladakh often demand physical copies. Always keep a waterproof pouch with your RC, Insurance, PUC, and Driving License ready for inspection.

7. Intuition is Your Co-Pilot 🧠✨

On a solo ride, your gut feeling is your best safety sensor. If a situation or a road feels "off," trust that instinct and leave. Staying calm and disciplined is the hallmark of a true solo rider.

The road changes you. Every kilometer is a lesson in self-reliance and a deeper look into the heart of India.

The finish line at Kanyakumari. Thousands of kilometers, one scooter, and a lifetime of lessons. It’s never just about the destination; it’s about the rider you become along the way.

One 110cc scooter. From the heights of Kashmir to the tip of Kanyakumari.

Most people said I needed a 1200cc adventure bike to survive.

They said a stock TVS Jupiter wasn't built for a World Record.

The road told a different story.

The North hit me with 4°C biting winds.

The Plains burned at a relentless 40°C.

The Nights blurred into a haze of chai stalls, fuel pumps, and 2 AM self-doubt.

Somewhere between the exhaustion and the sunrise, something shifted. I stopped riding to prove a point to the world…

And I started riding to prove something to myself. The truth? India doesn’t belong only to the big bikes or the elite gear.

It belongs to anyone willing to move. If you have ever felt the itch to leave it all behind for the open road, no matter what you are riding, I have laid out the entire blueprint.

The routes. The risks. The budget. No filters.

The Stats:

The Bike: A stock TVS Jupiter 110cc (the kind you use to buy milk).

The Route: Delhi ➔ The Seven Sisters ➔ Delhi.

The Distance: 6,432 Kilometers.

The Clock: 11 Days, 15 Hours.

The Record: Officially the fastest expedition across Northeast India on a scooter.

The Vibe:

There is a specific kind of madness in staring at a 12-inch wheel and then looking at the mud-slicked, rain-lashed mountains of Arunachal Pradesh.

People told @bonnybam that a 110cc engine wouldn't survive the incline. They said the potholes of Bihar would eat it alive. They were wrong.

Adventure isn’t a horsepower contest; it’s a grit contest. It’s about 15-hour days where your wrists never stop vibrating. It’s about crossing the flooding Brahmaputra on a tiny ferry while the mist sticks to your visor like a confession. 

It’s about that moment in Manipur where exhaustion almost won, until a stranger shared some steaming tea and a look of pure respect.

The Takeaway:

You don’t need a $20,000 adventure beast to see the edge of the world. You just need a full tank of gas and the audacity to keep the throttle twisted.

Adventure runs on grit, not gears.

Watch the Journey

For a closer look at the actual madness, check out the Day 1 highlights of this solo Northeast adventure.