Short Cuff, Long Cuff? Water-resistant or waterproof? Take a look at different types of riding boots available. Motorcycle riding boots are available by the dozen in the market with multiple brands and types serving up a host of options. But such a wide variety of options also means that the protection levels also differ massively, as does the ease of use. So which ones will work well for you, according to your usage? Find out below. Short Cuff Boots: These types of boots provide the least amount of protection to any part above the ball of the foot. In the...

If you thought that helmets were standalone products that couldn't be made better, these accessories will change your mind   While helmets on their own are built to provide the maximum protection to a rider's head, they sometimes do lack a few creature comforts. Take a look below at some accessories that will go well with your helmet and also make them more comfortable. Visor - A motorcycle helmet can be fitted with different kinds of visors, all of which serve to protect the rider's eyes in different scenarios. The clear visor is what most helmet manufacturers offer as the...

Trying to find the right seating position on your motorcycle? This might help.   While most might think that riding a motorcycle is just about swinging a leg over and setting off into the sunset, there is more to riding a motorcycle than that. For starters, there is the rider's triangle. In simple words, it is the triangle that is formed by connecting three points - the rider's seating position, the handlebar position, and the footrest. The angles of the triangle change depending on the kind of motorcycle you are riding. Cruiser motorcycles - The handlebars on a cruiser motorcycle...

Are you doing everything you can to maximise the life of your tyres? Tyres are the single most important component on a motorcycle as they are the only parts of a motorcycle that stay in touch with the tarmac when riding. This is why it is important to take care of your tyres so that you can maximise the amount of grip available when riding. Let’s take a look at some of the ways you can save your tyres and get the most out of them.Recommended air pressure: Manufacturers test their motorcycles tyres to run at a specific air pressure...

Jackets and pants provide excellent abrasion protection, but for your joints and other body parts to survive an impact, body armour is a must.   Body armour for motorcyclists is an important piece of protective equipment as it helps in absorbing impact forces during a crash. These are highly recommended for street riding or off-road riding as impact absorption plays an essential role in the rider walking away from a collision in these scenarios. Body armour is built for multiple body parts. Let's take a look at them below. Back protector: These are generally designed to fit into a pocket built...