Force Gurkha 2024: The Only Review You Need to Watch! 5Door / 3Door Gurkha 

Thanks 🙏 Do recommend it on team bhp forum as well !

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Thanks ! Yes , i hope that Force watches this too. Thats why i ended with the advice page. P.S: The person behind the review is only me. No team. No crew. And hence slow speed of production and upload! 😋

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Well cant say about because a lot of it depends on upkeep and weather condition but all aspects are a deliberate mo e to keep the car and as much niggle free as it possibly could. The engine has been a proven workhorse they have made significant improvements to it enough to make it a lil refine ironing out most of its flaws. Rest things nake sure it does go kaput with too electrical on board. Mind you this car has a functional snorkel and its water wadding capacity is more than anything else available in the market right now. With the car going into such a depth its essential to keeps things raw and minimal so that there can't be any electrical fault or a danger of interior ruining off completely in case water seeps inside the car. Ergonomics are great and its much spacious comfortable car than thar 5 door for sure.

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Fortuner outsells every other competition for a reason. Fill it Shut it forget it! For its price, the Gurkha is a strong case for SPECIFIC roles. Master of oNe!

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I think so too! Especially after all our predictions got plugged into the G'24

Hear hear!!

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Thanks prof, ! There's a running joke in auto circles, that If tripaccino had done half of this kind of research/writing for the Thar, M&M would have given me a car! Anyway i do it for myself and the viewers and not for the company. I am passionate about this and gives me joy.

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As compared to other cars in the category, how is the wheel articulation now? Is it even better than the 2021 model?

@@karanmane4735 Wheel articulation is still not at par with Thar.

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Thanks for the appreciation and the info about the pintle hook. I learnt something.

Far too kind

We will try

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you will find all videos in this channel are thoroughly researched and aimed at simplifying car mechanicals.

@@dushyantvadher I m glad I’m of some help. The thing about underbody video is that it would get too technical and I don’t know how many people would find it useful from a consumer perspective. It would be a engineering session on underbody architecture at best.

Glad you enjoyed it! I don’t think force brand team has this kind of insights. They would have done much better if they had 😊

I still have my reservations in recommending this truck to family buyers because of the issues I highlight. For specific roles, it’s well suited

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Thanks. I hope more people appreciate quality tech rich content like you do.

I would love to do in Tamil also if there are more takers.

@@tripaccino Glad to hear it..😍...The quality rich contents in Tamil are very scarce. I'm sure you will make an immaculate presence in the zone if you start flourishing. Let's hope it reaches more and spreads vast..!😇

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110 is my safe threshold. Based on my comfort, driving style and the soft brake setup to stop the 2ton momentum. I don't know what the speed number might be for you. So try it out yourself and dont take my word for it. It could hold 120 easy. But should you?, is the question.

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@@tripaccino I have Narrowed down to options either go with Jimny or Gurkha 5 door , but still confused looking forward for a good off-road one with good torque

@@PrakashKrchintha2007 jimny is on massive discount prior thar ROXX launch. It's light agile petrol . If you don't want to scare others on road with big size, the nimble jimny is a good option.

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Good points. Will do , I have Shown in the video next to Jimny

@tripaccino Yes cos when I td the current Gurkha, the Tata 407 tempo driver was at my eyebrow level. The endeavor and fortuners roof was...like I am peeking out of the gurkha window to look at their roofs. Most scary is the blind spot just under or outside the front co passenger door. I can't see anything. Any vehicle below fortuner is literally invisible. I was scared for 2 wheelers on the other side. On coming traffic LITERALLY sheets bricks when u come to extreme right to overtake. Its fun but not right, though. Overall, the road presence is MASSIVE to say the least.

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Exactly. That power to weight is ok to pull a large load at moderate speeds. For high speed and quick overtakes , weight will show its effect: the entire engine performance graph was explaining this very point.

The ratio has been explained in the video. Are you asking for FDR in 2H ? It will be more than 21 gurkha because of the new gearbox which we had suggested to plonk into this

First, Thank you so much for the answer Sir 🙏. Yes Sir, I wanted to ask final drive ratio for 2WD which you calculated using Axel ratio in 2021 Gurkha video. Indeed you explained 4L in this video. ❤ I have watched every Video of you, really I did not find anyone on RU-vid knowledgeable like you. I have learnt lot from you and realized real power of Gurkha. Thank you 🙏 🙏🙏🙏 I feel that thank you is very small word for the kind of knowledge you provided ❤❤❤❤

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Watch the buying decision chapter of the video again Decide which pie sector (s) do you fit into ? As a single car garage , the Gurkha is good as long as you don’t need service /parts. Fit and finish is average. Big step down from Kia standards. it will keep you smiling as long as it’s in your farm. Park it there. Keep the Seltos for home /city.

Can be adjusted //. Shift to better brake pads

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First, I myself wish there was more tech rich content like this which are able to dissect the cars for what they are and not just for speed thrills or drag races and tug of wars. I would love to review other cars as well. In fact, as a passion project, I do test drive new car launches and make my notes. Have never been motivated enough to convert them into proper reviews. primarily because, takers for this kind of content are still niche in our country. Next, Thanks for the interesting question. 1. Tripaccino's INeoS Grenadier video should set the background for this question's answer. In my mind, that 'project' by a billionaire captures the essence of the 'beast of purpose'. Im trying to build out a personal version of that customised to my requirements through strictly custom/ retrofit means. Hence what it lacks in factory integrated finishing, it makes up by being focussed on purpose. 2. My personal favourite Gurkha till date (even post 2024 BS6.2) is the Xtreme 2.2 140 SFA version. However, it was rough around the edges, even by Gurkha standards. Though it had a lighter 2.2 l motor OM611 derived and this fine gearbox, it had practical limitations to its extension as an all day truck.It was brutal and dominated off road, but the present G's would run circles around it On Road- in all day driving. It was truly Xtreme and the wild cousin of the G family - a Tarzan. I had considered actually building out on the Xtreme as a platform, but the reliability record of the 611 vs 616 favours the latter. 3. In the 24' stock 6.2, most 'market' 'complaints' have been addressed. Personally, most of them are not of value for me, except the following:- A. Engine and Turbo. B. Underbody architecture. C. Wishbone geometry. C. Wish bone geometry, I have re-worked with much effort, how the wheels are sprung and my present improved suspension setup on all four ends, would trump a stock 6.2 on and off road. but my version came after much iteration and effort and finger burns. B. Underbody architecture.The present layout is much neater and is more ruggedised because of better integration of few components together. Esp gear box transfer case section. This would have been useful for avoiding small cable cuts and irritating niggles while on the move. Small things like diff cable indicator popping off, while on trail, prop shaft bolts shear etc. These have been addressed better in this one. BUT. the simple breather system which we had for the transfer case and the diffs was easily traceable and helped in quick fixes, the present system is different and i prefer my version. The present architecture is almost Thar like, but heavier components. A. Engine and Turbo. This combo, along with the gearbox is perhaps what I really would be jealous of the new G. Its a good combo. Now I am comfortable , but If I ever find the need for more power, it is possible. But the gearbox would be a limiting link in the mechanical chain. I will have to work around and under this limitation. What I am happy that I didn't wait for the Stock 6.2:- A. The electronic dial for 4x4. The simple mechanicals are why I chose this 2021 as platform. I am not able to fully trust the reliablity and response under wear and tough environments of this shifter dial. Not enough One's were sold to get a track record. The stick shift, though gets stuck often with torque windup, was more straight forward for me. Adblue and SCR. The exhaust systems for BS6.2 is not clearly understood and most manufacturers are scuttling around to plonk a motley assortment of DPF and SCR into their car to clear the 6.2 requirements. Adblue behaviour in altitude and difficult environments because of the associated array of sensors is still not clearly understood by me to know the system well. LNT DPF shortcut my 2021 uses is no saint, and has its fair share of problems but I have stripped it out and figured it out. I understand the environment needs this., but one does miss simpler times of the past. Too many electronics creeping in because of BS6.2 standards requirements and market feedback. I am yet to figure out where is the lowest electrical component which would go bust while water wading. I strongly suspect this level is lower than the 2021 version, because of the architecture of the front end and dash. Electronics are gremlins and can hit you out there on the trail, unless it is backed by reliability and experience of the maker. 5 door, though better overall than the 3 door stock, doesn't appeal to me, as I had strictly short wheel base requirement. Hope that answers your interestin question. Share the channel with your crew.

@@tripaccino Thank you for such a detailed reply! I remember in one of your earlier videos, you had mentioned one of the changes you foresaw was the rotary 4x4 selector, and that's a reality now. In fact pretty much every change you predicted, has come to be. There's already talks of an AT (at least, that's what I read in TBHP), as you mention in the 'advice' section of this video. That has me wishing FM doesn't take all your advice seriously and come up with a 4x2 version with 'soft bits,' and dilute the 'essence' of the G. If MS can claim the Jimny isn't about volumes and deny there ever being a 4x2 version, FM should too. If they need volumes, perhaps export? Heard that a company in Europe is working on an EV with the G as the base. There's too many hatchbacks-on-steroids masquerading as 'SUVs' out there to satiate reviewers and buyers who need their soft bits, auto-everything and sunroofs for their drives to the malls and about. Don't think the G belongs with that crowd. What would be the point of a felt-wrapped sledgehammer?! 🙂 (pardon my rant)

Trust me trust me when I say that I I am the principal advocate of the Gurkha staying true to its hard core fundamentals and never Ever offer a 4 x 2 variant and hence diluting its stature, and taking away the air of exclusivity that the few and fearless GURKHA owners enjoy. This was always my personal opinion and fundamental belief and even today if you meet me over a beer, that is the idea I would echo . Through this channel of tripPacino, however, I have a responsibility to analyse the situation, dispassionately and state what is ‘right’, regardless of my personal like and benefits associated with it. Here are some facts the 4x2 Mahindra Thar outsells all other variants put together and is a primary reason for the Thar going consistent 5000+ numbers every month. The 4x2 Fortuner outsells the 4 x 4 and legender put together. Every second car sold in India is a Maruti Suzuki and they can afford to make statements like this as Jimny is just a niche aspirational project they run on sidelines and can hold their breath longer underwater with this. Force motors sells one car . That’s the gurkha. I have been profusely, appreciating them ever since the launch of the first model of the Gurkha for having the conviction to offer a niche product as there only offering in the Pv segment. It is truly a blessing for many many function seekers Like myself and I have written about it and high detail in my team BHP review. My passion is clearly on showcase for the idea of what the Gurka stands for. Look at my analysis of the buyer demographic in this video and see if everyone needs a 4x4 in that pie 🥧. Back to reality. the Gurkha Gurka is selling less than hundred units a month. Do you think it makes financial sense for the 50 odd dealers around the country who have been hosting exclusiveGurkha dealerships that is simply built to sell only this one car - out of their invested capital . Do you think with the present sales numbers all of these details dealers will sustain in the long run if the already spares dealer network shrinks further it reduces the touch points for customers like you and die and we will have to wait for parts availability longer and trained mechanics in quality dealerships will be reduced to far and few in between. If the dealerships dwindle, I also fear how long the company can sustain making of a vehicle, which so few pick up and drive. Therefore, staring at what seems to be an existential crisis for our beloved gurkha. (Just like this channel with few takers ) Exports are already on and the applications are very niche and made to order in most cases … I have accounted for that also in my comprehensive analysis Introduction of a 4 x 2 model makes the entry point more accessible and we will get to see more examples on the road. We can sit on an ivory tower and claim that we are purists but the market dictates makers -and big, scary-Looking 4x2 is clearly what India wants. More vehicles on road. Slightly better volumes will keep the company and the dealerships Happy and ease out The logistic challenges associated in servicing parts and maintenance of just thousand cars in this big country. So when I made the suggestion to go for 4x2 trust me that I have kept a huge boulder on my heart shifted to 4 x 4 Lo climbed over the bolder and then made the suggestion . The 4 x2 just like Thanos , is inevitable. And confusing a 4 x 2 gurkha with a cute Ute and Hatches on stilts will be gross underestimation of what this bad boy with a Final drive ratio of more than 21 can do with a stock set of AT tires😸 hand to my heart , frankly that’s all what most of us need even on trails. If you are going further wild, and require the raw capability of 4x4, then you could always pick up the original G 4x4 which will continue to be on sale. , (thanks only to the 4x2 buyers who would have helped to keep it alive ) ///Forget the hatchbacks - those soft wood mallets, A felt wrapped HANDLE on this forged iron head , means more people (men, women ,young and old) will lift and swing the Sledgehammer. And the true joy of smashing the wall down , is when we all swing together! Yours Aye, Tripaccino

@@tripaccino You know the Gurkha/FM more than I can ever do, and gladly defer to your assessment. Whatever direction this goes in, I hope, the product continues to be owned/driven/tinkered with primarily by a community of gentlemen (offroaders, or otherwise), such as yourself. I'd like to believe, the G has been and become - the product, the aura - much due to this community's efforts. Oh, and to increase the channel's sub count, I hope you'd not start making drag race videos! But, I trust, if you ever did, that would be more akin a scientific thesis, and infinitely more enjoyable than found elsewhere 😀Thank you for all that you do!

1. Would add more weight. Inconvenient to open tail gate directly. Not required unless there is a need for a rear winch mount on the bumper. 2. This setup is fine for most uses. 18" gives more options in the market for swap. I run 16" with taller sidewalls for offroad requirements. 3.No. Mounting is on bolt. Not on rails. Would require heavy fabrication work. I would remove all seats for overlanding rig. If only 2 pax are reqd,

You will appreciate the lack of electronic gremlins in your car soon ☺️

@@tripaccino May I ask for your email address please? I couldn’t find your domain name to write to. Thanks

Testing finals now. Few more weeks for the boom 💥

@@tripaccino cool👍👍👍

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Heartfelt. Thank you! -Thar admirer.

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True. Same has been our reviews conclusion also. Gurkha already runs exclusive showroom. But if you want to have parts availability , then extending coverage to tempo dealers will help the customer

No. The mounting points are different.

Gurkha’s LED pro Edge is better than Thar. But if you’re swapping anyway, better options are available . (Which reminds me , I have a long pending Auto Lighting video I made for upload which I lost somewhere 🤔)

@@tripaccino Please share some valuable insights on what could be done. There are plenty of aftermarket ones but they are an absolute rip off for the performance they offer. I got the thar 4 years ago and some lights which were quoted at 22k then are available at 4k now, they are just show pieces and blind oncoming traffic.

Yes. That’s why I wanted to do videos on the aftermarket lighting. Why and how it affects oncoming etc. very necesaarybtopic .

Don’t go for Chinese lights 😳

@@tripaccino yes sir I am looking to fit only OEM units as they will have superior performance. Jimny brackets are different so maybe have to wait for 5d Thar to finalise.

Me too, Takes a lot of time to produce, create and edit as a solo operator, in free time. Appreciate your understanding for the delay.

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No ! I’ve shown it in video. - double wishbone. 👍

Glad my review echoed your realistic experience. That’s the mark of a genuine review.

You may want to check out my mods video, where I have lengthened the shaft . Noida showroom seems to have some proper test drive? Else Pune helps a lot

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@@subratamandal5202 which city ?

@@tripaccino Kolkata. But I'm open to any good workshop in any other city in India, provided they do a good job and it is legal.

Lift. Kit is temporary band aid . Do not use off road. Only for on road and some ‘looks’ people wish for.

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Exactly why I showed low volume high margin. The company is sadly, okay to sell only 1000 units a year and keep the profits to themselves. There is no motivation to sell more (high volume low margin pattern)

Greedy baniya company what do you expect

See my 4x4 how to ? Video

That has the basics explained clearly. How does 4x4 work

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3 door is more sensible if you don't need the seats.

@@tripaccino most of the time you dont because no way this is going to be someone's primary vehicle. It better to trade off on two extra seat with a boot space rather to accomodate camping equipments and a rope

@@sumeetghai8867 yes, but there are also people looking for it as a only car. the customer profile covers all bases . So 3 door suits most of the sectors. Price is also less.

It will make it: more the merry and definitely will become rounded. but if I was spending the money and effort on all this, won’t a Toyota / Isuzu be a ready made better off the shelf option?

​@@tripaccinoon road cost of Gorkha in Pune is 22 lacs as mentioned earlier all the aftermarket fitments will cost 4 lakh extra total at 26 lakh it still have half the cost of similar class vehicles available on Indian roads

Hi...even I hv the same query. Wil all the features wont it b btr than thar or any other offroding vehicle. If I buy, I wil go for all this. Even spking to people who modify, but they don't have many aftermarket options for gurkha. Do you know someone who has done all this with their gurkha. Or any shop which can work on everything mentioned above n change the interior completely

@@ydvanil84 ok.this is needing a detailed answer Doing all the mods which the above comment says will cost a lot. The cost is secondary factor , what is more important is Integrating it seamlessly into existing platform is the challenge which will be haphazard if done. By different aftermarket modifiers. But the basic idea is good - THE GURKHA IS A GOOD FOUNDATION to build upon. And if BUILT PROPERLY IT CAN BE BUILT TO BEAT VEHICLES MUCH MORE COSTLIER The person who is doing this is ME You have to watch my modifications video to understand what we are trying to do with our vehicle

@@dhiraj7m 4 lacs is very less for all this. But ok. I agree to the Gurkha being a good platform to build on. Watch modifications video

Me too, Takes a lot of time to produce, create and edit as a solo operator, in free time. Appreciate your understanding for the delay.

thats good. shouldnt be omitted.

My old steed ! What upgrade you looking for? Mechanical? cosmetic?

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Thar still dominates

You're welcome 😊

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