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You do not need to be a mechanic to look after your bike. The simple checks any rider can do themselves: tyres, chain, brakes, oil and a roadside kit.
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The bike is rarely what gives up first on a 700km day. You are. A practical guide to fatigue, ergonomics, hydration and pacing on the really big rides.
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A group of good solo riders is not a good group. The lead and sweep roles, staggered formation, hand signals and the drop-off system that hold a ride together.
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When Ladakh and Spiti freeze over, a whole other India opens up. The Rann, the desert, the coast and the Ghats, sorted by where to ride once it gets cold.
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A Manali bike trip is the classic first Himalayan ride and the gateway to Spiti and Leh. The honest, detailed guide to the routes, rides, permits and prep.
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A Ladakh bike trip is the ride every rider dreams of. An in-depth guide to the routes, permits, passes, fuel, altitude and gear, down to the last detail.
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A winter Spiti ride is one of the hardest, most beautiful trips in India. The full guide to the route, prep, gear and riding it safely in sub-zero cold.
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Eleven one-day bike trips from Kolkata, from a 40 km riverside run to Mandarmani's drivable beach. Real road distances, ride times and the way out of the city for each one.
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The ECR coast, the temple towns and a waterfall, all within a day of the city. Twelve of the best bike rides from Chennai, with distances and route notes.
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Ghats, beaches and waterfalls within a day of the city. Twelve of the best bike rides near Mumbai, with real road distances, ride times and route notes.
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A beginner's guide to motorcycle riding gear: the helmet, jacket, gloves, boots and pants that actually keep you safe, and how to choose your first kit.
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The best one-day bike rides from Delhi, from the Damdama Lake breakfast run to Neemrana Fort. Distances, tips and routes for your next ride out of the city.
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The best one-day bike rides from Bangalore, from the sunrise clouds of Nandi Hills to Shivanasamudra Falls. Distances, tips and routes for your next ride out.
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A practical bike care guide for riders: chain, tyres, oil, brakes, battery and servicing. Simple habits that keep your motorcycle running strong for years.
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Bike checks, gear, documents, route and weather, and syncing your group. A simple rider's checklist of what to do before a ride so your next one starts right.
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