Two Wheels, Transformative Power: The Social and Economic Impact of Motorized Bikes and Scooters Motorized bikes and scooters have reshaped India, China, ASEAN, and Africa across four eras. From 1960–1990, they enabled social mobility and economic growth, with India’s Bajaj Chetak and China’s motorcycle boom empowering millions. The 1990–2005 period saw liberalization fuel accessibility, empowering women and youth, with India’s market growing at 8% CAGR and ASEAN’s 106 million motorcycles by 2019. Between 2005–2020, urbanization and ride-sharing platforms like Gojek transformed commuting, though safety and pollution concerns emerged; China led electric vehicle production, holding 65% of the global market. Post-2020, EVs surged, with Asia-Pacific dominating the USD 70.26 billion scooter market, driven by digital integration and green policies. Africa lags due to affordability issues. “Two-wheelers are essential yet chaotic,” notes urban planner Geetam Tiwari. Backed by data and ...