What documents do I need to rent a motorcycle?

You need a valid motorcycle driving license, a physical original ID (Aadhar Card or Passport), and a copy of your booking confirmation.

Is a security deposit required?

Yes, a fully refundable security deposit is required when you pick up the bike. The exact amount depends on the motorcycle model you choose.

Is fuel included in the rental price?

No, fuel is not included. You will receive the bike with a full tank, and we ask that you return it full.

What happens if I have a breakdown in Spiti or Ladakh?

Our bikes are rigorously serviced for high altitudes. We provide a basic toolkit and essential spare parts for every long trip. In the rare event of a major breakdown, we offer remote mechanical assistance, but please note that any towing charges are the rider's responsibility.

Can I rent riding gear from your garage?

Standard ISI helmets are included with your rental. We also offer premium riding jackets, knee/elbow guards, and gloves for rent at our Naggar basecamp.

Is there a daily mileage limit?

No, we offer unlimited kilometers so you can explore the mountain passes without worrying about distance limits.

Naggar, Himachal Pradesh

Pick your pass. We match the bike.

Five bikes in a garage at Naggar, each set up for the road you choose: Rohtang for a day, Spiti for a week, Ladakh for two.

Pick your pass

Tap a road: the bikes for it come first.

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The garage

Five bikes. Pick the road, we put its bikes first.

450 cc
Himalayan 450

Motorcycle · Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, 2025 · 2 seats

SuitsSpiti · Ladakh

The bike we built the Ladakh package around. Forty horsepower from the water-cooled 452, a seventeen-litre tank that gets you from Keylong…
- 1 helmet
- Unlimited km
- ₹5,000 deposit
₹1,500

a day · ₹200 an hour

Rent
411 cc
Scram 411

Motorcycle · Royal Enfield Scram 411, 2024 · 2 seats

SuitsRohtang · Ladakh

The Himalayan's lighter sibling on a nineteen-inch front, which makes it the easiest of the five in Manali traffic and on the…
- 1 helmet
- Unlimited km
- ₹4,000 deposit
₹1,500

a day · ₹150 an hour

Rent
500 cc
Classic 500 Standard

Motorcycle · Royal Enfield Classic 500, 2020 · 2 seats

SuitsRohtang · Ladakh

The thump. The long-stroke 500 is not the fastest way up a pass and it is not trying to be; it is…
- 1 helmet
- 250 km / day
- ₹4,000 deposit
₹1,500

a day · ₹150 an hour

Rent
390 cc
KTM Adventure 390

Motorcycle · KTM 390 Adventure, 2024 · 2 seats

SuitsSpiti

The quickest machine in the garage, and the one to take when the trip is tarmac passes rather than river beds: forty-three…
- 1 helmet
- Unlimited km
- ₹6,000 deposit
₹1,500

a day · ₹250 an hour

Rent
310 cc
BMW G310

Motorcycle · BMW G 310 GS, 2023 · 2 seats

SuitsRohtang · Spiti

The easiest big-name bike to spend all day on. The G 310 GS has the lowest seat of the five, a clutch…
- 1 helmet
- Unlimited km
- ₹6,000 deposit
₹1,500

a day · ₹200 an hour

Rent

Routes we set bikes up for

Rohtang and the Atal Tunnel, one day

₹2,400

1 day

The ride to do first: up the old road to Rohtang with the permit booked for you, down to Sissu, and home through the tunnel by dark.

• Bike of your choice
• Rohtang permit arranged
• Two helmets
• Route card

The Spiti circuit

₹10,500

7 to 10 days

Over Rohtang and Kunzum La to Kaza, out through Kinnaur: broken road and river crossings, on a bike set up for both and checked the night before.

• Himalayan or KTM 390
• Luggage rack and bungee cords
• Spares kit for the bike you ride
• Route card and fuel stops

Manali to Leh

₹19,200

12 to 14 days

The whole highway: Baralacha, Sarchu, the More plains and Tanglang La to Leh, 474 km, on one of the bigger engines with the jerry can fitted.

• Himalayan 450, Scram or Classic 500
• Jerry can and rack
• Knee and elbow guards, riding gloves
• Return by truck if you fly home

Rules of the Road

Deposit: A refundable security deposit is taken at pickup — ₹4,000 to ₹6,000 depending on the bike — and returned with the keys, less any damage or extra kilometres.
Licence: Bring your original driving licence and a physical photo ID (Aadhaar or passport). Only the rider named on the agreement may ride.
Kilometres: Unlimited kilometres on every bike except the Classic 500, which includes 250 km a day; extra kilometres are charged per km at return.

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Naggar, Himachal Pradesh

Basecamp Naggar: Gateway to the High Passes

Skip the traffic of Manali and start your ride from scenic Naggar. Perfectly positioned in the Kullu Valley, we provide the ideal basecamp for riders gearing up to conquer the Spiti circuit or the epic road to Ladakh.

Situated in the peaceful heart of the Kullu Valley, Naggar is the perfect basecamp for motorcycle enthusiasts and Himalayan adventurers. Unlike the heavily congested streets of Manali, Naggar offers a serene, spacious environment to prep your gear, acclimatize, and get familiar with your machine before tackling the high passes.

Before embarking on your long-haul expedition to Spiti or Ladakh, Naggar offers fantastic local routes for a test ride. Cruise up the winding roads to the historic Naggar Castle for panoramic views of the valley, visit the Nicholas Roerich Art Gallery, or take a thrilling ride through dense deodar forests to reach the beautiful Jana Waterfall. The smooth, winding tarmac running parallel to the Beas River is perfect for an afternoon cruise. After a day of riding, you can unwind at local spots like the German Bakery, swapping route updates and stories with fellow riders.

When you are ready to conquer the mountains, our garage in Naggar positions you perfectly. You are just a short ride away from the Atal Tunnel and Rohtang Pass, making this the ideal starting line for the rugged terrains of Lahaul, the challenging Spiti Circuit, and the legendary road to Leh-Ladakh.

Find us

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Getting here 4 ways in

By air: Nearest Airport: Bhuntar Airport (Kullu-Manali Airport), located about 30 km south of Naggar. The Journey: From Bhuntar, you can hire a local taxi or catch a bus heading towards Manali, getting down at Patlikuhl or Kullu, then taking a short local transit up to Naggar. The drive takes roughly 1 hour.
By train: Nearest Railway Station: Joginder Nagar Railway Station is the nearest narrow-gauge terminus (approx. 135 km away), but most long-distance travelers prefer arriving at Chandigarh Railway Station (approx. 275 km) or Ambala Cantt. The Journey: From Chandigarh or Ambala, you can take an overnight Volvo bus or hire a cab straight up the Kiratpur-Manali highway to reach Naggar. The drive takes about 7 to 8 hours.
By bus: Nearest Bus Stand: Manali Bus Stand or Kullu Bus Stand, with frequent drop-offs right at Patlikuhl (just below Naggar). The Journey: Volvo and state-run buses run daily from Delhi (ISBT Kashmere Gate or Majnu-ka-Tilla) and Chandigarh to Manali. Ask the driver to drop you at Patlikuhl, from where Naggar is just a 15-minute uphill drive.
By road: The Drive In: The route via the Kiratpur-Manali Expressway and the Atal Tunnel makes driving exceptionally smooth. From Chandigarh, take NH 154 through Mandi and Kullu, then branch off towards Naggar via the left-bank road to completely bypass the heavy Manali traffic. The road is fully paved, though night driving requires caution near landslide-prone stretches in the lower valleys.

Parking

Your own car stays in the garage yard for the length of the rental

When to come

Mid-June to early October is the prime riding season when high-altitude passes like Rohtang, Kunzum, and Ladakh routes are fully open. September is the absolute sweet spot with clear skies and minimal water crossings. November to May is off-season as high-altitude passes remain blocked by heavy winter snow.

Nearby

Naggar to the Atal Tunnel

55 km

Day ride

The shakedown ride: 55 km of tarmac up the valley to the tunnel mouth and back before lunch, to learn the bike before the passes.

Jana Waterfall through the deodars

12 km

Half day

A short climb out of Naggar on a forest road, a waterfall at the top and siddu at the dhaba beside it.

The Beas road to Kullu and Kasol

45 km

Day ride

Smooth tarmac along the river to Kullu, then up the Parvati to Kasol for lunch and back by dark.

Kunzum La and the Spiti circuit

200 km

Expedition

Where the expeditions go: over Rohtang and Kunzum to Kaza, 200 km of the road the packages are built around.

Rider Reviews

What they said at the return

Took the Himalayan 450 for the Spiti circuit. The bike was in pristine condition, and the basic spare parts kit gave total peace of mind on the rough terrain.

Rahul Sharma Delhi

Rented the Scram 411 for a weekend trip around Naggar and Atal Tunnel. Flawless pickup process and great local route suggestions from the team.

Vikram Malhotra Chandigarh

Incredible experience on the Ladakh High Passes Tour. The bike handled Chang La and Khardung La effortlessly. Highly recommend Torque & Tread!

Ananya Iyer Bangalore

Rented the KTM Adventure 390. Spotless machine, extremely smooth documentation, and zero hassle at pickup. Will definitely rent again!

Karan Verma Chandigarh

Amazing service! Took the Classic 500 for a local spin around the valley. The team gave us great route tips and the bike ran like a dream.

Priya Sharma Manali

Top-tier maintenance. Took the BMW G310 out towards Atal Tunnel and it handled the winding mountain tarmac effortlessly. Highly professional staff.

Amitabh Sen Mumbai

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THE RIDER'S CREED

We are riders first. After years of tackling the rugged trails of Spiti and the high passes of Ladakh, we realized the most important part of the journey is a machine you can trust. We started Torque & Tread in Naggar to provide fellow adventurers with meticulously maintained bikes and local route knowledge, ensuring your Himalayan expedition is unforgettable.

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