Top 5 Everyday Riding Tips For Female Riders
Ride confidently and safely with these tips
Riding a motorcycle is easy and relaxing for everyone. There’s nothing to be afraid of, once you get the hang of it. Here are 5 riding tips that will help you ride safely and confidently:
Buy riding gear with perfect fit
The first step is to have a full set of riding gear. If it’s your first time buying gear, we strongly advise buying it from a physical shop where you can try on different gear and sizes for the perfect fit. You might spend a bit more than online shopping, but you won’t have to worry about the fit.
When it comes to riding gear, the first and foremost gear to have is a good helmet. Our Ultimate Helmet Buying Guide will help you buy the right helmet. Then you will have to pick a riding jacket, riding gloves, riding pants, and riding boots. We also recommend choosing women-specific riding gear, as it offers a better and more comfortable fit. Also, make sure you choose gear that you would feel comfortable using everyday – gear left at home will not be of any use in case of an accident.
If you are on a tight budget, here’s a list of budget friendly riding gear.
Weight shifting technique for short riders
The average height of Indian women is around 5 feet, which can be slightly short even for riding an average commuter bike. In such cases, placing both feet flat on the ground becomes almost impossible.
To handle such situations, you need to learn how to manage the bike’s weight by keeping only one foot on the ground. You have to practice the weight-shifting technique. Whenever the bike starts to lose balance, you can quickly shift your body weight to one side and place your foot down firmly to prevent a fall. Practice is the key here. Check out this video and practice doing this in an empty space near your home:
Training programmes and Practice
Nowadays, many motorcycle brands and independent trainers organise training programs for women riders. By enrolling in one of these, you can not only polish your existing skills but also learn new ones. You can join such initiatives to improve your abilities and later practice those skills in controlled environments, while exercising proper caution.
Tie your hair up
Your open hair may look beautiful, but on a motorcycle, it can become a hazard. Hair flying in the air can distract you while riding, and may also end up looking messy by the end of your ride. Experienced female riders always braid their hair before getting on a bike, and it is indeed a necessary practice. Also, your hair will thank you in the long run. You should also ensure that there are no loose or hanging cloth pieces, like a dupatta. Such items can get stuck in the wheel or the chain and be quite dangerous.
Learn basic bike maintenance
Finally, knowing how to maintain your own motorcycle is a good skill to learn. You need not be a full-fledged mechanic. Learn basics like chain maintenance, inflating tyres and checking for punctures (better yet, if you can learn how to repair a puncture), and how to visually inspect a bike everyday for faults. Additionally, you should get your bike washed regularly to keep it clean – there’s nothing more enjoyable like riding a clean bike.
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