Stories, guides and updates for the riding community.
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The ISI mark, ECE and DOT, how a helmet should fit, how to spot a fake and when to throw one away. Everything that matters when you buy a motorcycle helmet.
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Unlit trucks, cattle on warm tarmac, high beams and fog you can't see through. How to ride safely on Indian highways after dark, and when not to ride at all.
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Most scary moments on a bike come down to two skills. How to corner with confidence on Indian roads, and how to stop hard without losing control.
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Tank bag, tail bag, saddlebags or a backpack? How to choose motorcycle luggage, where the weight should sit, and exactly what to pack for a five-day ride.
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Painted lines, diesel slicks, hidden potholes and fogged visors. How to brake, corner, see and stay dry on Indian roads when the monsoon arrives.
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A passenger changes how your bike brakes, turns and balances. How to set it up, what to tell your pillion before you leave, and how to ride so they enjoy it.
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Two palm-sized patches of rubber hold you to the road. How to set pressure, read the sidewall, judge wear and age, and know when a tyre is finished.
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Almost every motorcycle breakdown comes from the same short list. Here is how to spot which one you have, what you can fix yourself, and when to stop trying.
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A solo ride means riding alone, on your own route and pace. What that is like on Indian roads, how it compares with a group ride, and how to pick one.
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A long-distance ride asks more of you than a weekend loop ever will. Here's how to check if you, and your bike, are ready for one.
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Motorcycle riding is one of the fastest ways to build real friendships, if you know where to look. Here's how solo riders turn into a genuine riding crew.
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Your first highway ride can go smoothly or teach you a hard lesson. Here's exactly where new riders go wrong, and how to avoid every one of these mistakes.
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Any group with a logo calls itself a community now. What really separates a genuine riding community from flex culture, and how to find the real thing.
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Most bad rides are not about ability, they are a mismatch. How to judge your skill level, read a ride and match the two, from beginner to experienced.
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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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