Bikers often underestimate the importance of a good pair of riding boots, the one item amongst all riding gear that goes through the maximum wear and tear. The most common question that gets asked is - Why do I need riding boots and not just regular shoes while riding? Well, regular shoes are made of soft fabrics or light leather that tears up the moment it hits the asphalt. Riding boots on the other hand are designed and engineered for durability, comfort, protection, and of course style. They have the ability to face various elements and protect your feet, ankles...

Who doesn’t love the rains! However, wet roads are the ultimate challenge for a rider, whether a beginner or a seasoned one. Potholes, damp clothes, water droplets on the visor add to the challenge. Maybe riding in the rain isn't everyone's cup of tea, but it’s hard to resist the fresh breeze and the scent of wet earth! Here are some tips to stay safe while enjoying your monsoon rides -1. Choose the right gear – Gear with waterproof liners is a must when riding in the rain. Various versions of waterproof liners are available today, Gore-Tex being the best...

A passionate rider’s joy and pride lies in his/her most prized possession – the bike! Therefore, it’s only fair to accessorize it. Here’s our pick of the top 5 motorcycle accessories that will make your life easy and keep your ride safe and sound.  1. Motorcycle body cover – An absolute must-have, a body cover plays a big role in protecting your precious motorcycle from direct sunlight, dust, water, knocks, cats and dogs, bird droppings, unexpected surprises (paint drops!), unnecessary attention and theft. Body covers are available in various sizes and qualities suitable for different motorcycles. A few such as...

For a lot of bikers out there, the choice of owning a bike over a car is driven purely by a passion for motorcycles and riding! Therefore it only makes logical sense for a rider to take care of his/her two wheels and maintain it in a good condition. Here are 5 easy tips for motorcycle maintenance, to ensure smooth and hassle-free riding- 1. Tyre pressure, wear and wheel alignment: Tyres are the most important part of your bike as they are the points of bike contact with any surface. Therefore it’s critical to take good care of tyres w.r.t. pressure,...

After a helmet, your riding jacket is arguably the 2nd most important piece of riding gear. A good riding jacket, with the right armor inserts, not just safeguards your shoulders and elbows, but also helps to protect your torso and spine from impact. A good quality riding jacket is a piece of engineering, designed and constructed to fit you like second skin, with abrasion-resistant fabrics, stitching that won’t fail you and reflectors that’ll keep you visible on the road. Wondering whether you need a riding jacket at all, if riding at slow speeds or riding short distances only? The answer...