India Bike Week heads to the hills

India Bike Week, presented by Gulf Syntrac, is firing up for its landmark 12th edition with a bold new twist. In a remarkable turnaround executed within an
exceptionally short time frame—and driven by circumstances completely outside the control of the organisers —IBW has shifted its 2025 home from Goa to the majestic Deccan hills of Panchgani, Maharashtra, due to the on-going Zilla Parishad elections in Goa now being rescheduled to the IBW dates.

Set along mist-kissed plateaus and dramatic mountain bends, IBW 2025 will transform Panchgani into a high-altitude playground for riders nationwide. It’s shaping up to be something truly special — new trails, cooler winds, bonfire nights, camping, after-parties, and of course, the iconic India Bike Week experience. It’s a festival setting unlike anything IBW has done before.

This edition also promises IBW’s most expansive line-up yet, offering immersive motorcycling experiences across multiple terrains—from hill climbs and mud trails to manufacturer-led road tests—alongside performances, interactions, and adrenaline-charged adventures that celebrate the ever-evolving world of motorcycling in India.

Martin Da Costa, Founder and CEO of Seventy Event Media Group, said, “As we celebrate 12 years of India Bike Week, it’s incredible to witness how this festival has grown into one of the world’s most spirited motorcycling gatherings. Although circumstances pushed us to shift venues this year, our ethos remains the same—community, adventure, and the freedom to explore. Panchgani offers us a fresh canvas, and IBW 2025 is shaping up to be our most exciting edition yet.”