Are you looking to squeeze that extra bit out of your motorcycle? A handlebar swap might just be what you are looking for.   Motorcycle handlebars have one job but they come in all shapes and sizes. This is because the geometry of a handlebar decides the rider’s posture and the handling characteristics of a motorcycle. And then there is the fact that having the right kind of handlebar can make a motorcycle look really good. So let’s take a look at the different types of motorcycle handlebars and their purpose. Z-Bar This is the kind of handlebar you will...

Ever wondered how to get rid of all that muck on your riding gear. Read on to find out.   Just like you wash your regular clothes, it's important to give your riding gear an occasional cleanup as well. And it's not only the occasional wash that you need to be aware about. There are steps that you need to follow after every ride to keep your riding gear clean and in pristine condition. So, here’s how you can go about it. Helmet After every ride, wide down the surface of the helmet with a damp cloth. If you do...

Your motorcycle might already have a centre-stand or a side-stand. So, why do you need a paddock stand?   Do you like to undertake basic motorcycle maintenance like cleaning and lubricating the chain? Maybe you like to go one step further and even do an oil and oil-filter change by yourself? Or are you one of those riders who likes to take apart their motorcycle and put it back together by themselves? In all these given situations, a paddock stand will be the best friend you could ever have. What is a paddock stand? A paddock stand is essentially a...

Spinning your wheels endlessly due to the miniscule traction available in snow? Well, these pointers will save your day   While most people enjoy the cold weather by breaking out the hot chocolate, there are some who like to ride and explore when the landscape turns white. India doesn’t get a lot of snowfall but the areas that do receive it, well, they make up for the rest of the country! And yes, we are talking of the high mountain passes in the northern regions of the country. Ones that are cut off from civilisation for a good part of...

What was the year 2019 like in terms of new motorcycles for the Indian market?   This year has been quite special for riding enthusiasts in India for three reasons. The first is, as the country shifts to more stringent BS6 emission norms, two-wheeler manufacturers have had to modify their offerings to meet the new norms. This not only meant that we got cleaner engines, but some of the manufacturers even chose to add new features to their motorcycles. Secondly, 2019 saw the emergence of the adventure motorcycle segment in India. And third, we got to see electric motorcycles in...