In addition to Douglas Brooks (aka DBRK) who I don't think spends any time here anymore, we've had at least one other member who lived in India for a while. I don't remember who it was, or where, and of course India's a big place.
If you don't get much feedback here you could check over on the ADV forum. That's mostly motos, but I do know that there have been several reports from there in the "Epic Rides" section, so you might be able to get some more info from those guys. (or you could switch from pedal bikes to a beater Royal Enfield moto and fit right in)
At least you won't have to worry much about depreciation:
