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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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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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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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Nobody rehearses the minutes after a bike accident. Here is the exact order to follow, from the first sixty seconds to the insurance claim weeks later.
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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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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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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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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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