REQUIREMENTS
- Rider’s Passion
- 20 years of age and above
- Minimum 1years riding experience
- Valid motorcycle license
- Registered Motorcycle
- Valid Motorcycle Insurance
- Valid travel or personal accident insurance
- Non refundable Challenge Deposit Rs 2000/-
RIDE GUIDELINES
- Please report for the Challenge , on time
- Groups will be formed before the Challenge begins
- A ride brief will take place, please pay attention to the brief
- Please understand the group ride formation, signs & signals
- Pass on the signs & signals from the rider ahead of you, to the rider behind you
- Follow and check your mirrors constantly
- Keep both hands on the handlebars except when signaling
- Keep both feet on the footrest
- Please keep a minimum distance of 2 motorcycles between you and the rider ahead of you. The recommended minimum safe distance for a motorcycle is 50 meters and for all other vehicles 100 meters.
- Watch your surroundings. This means watching:
Into the far, middle and near distance, and behind you, using your mirrors and checking over your shoulders, before changing position or turning
- Do not surprise others. Never do anything on the road that could cause another road user to slow down, brake or swerve or that could startle pedestrians
- Think like other road users. Anticipate how other road users might react
- Read the road. In other words, ride to current road, weather and traffic conditions
- Adopt the right speed for the conditions. Never let others dictate your pace.
- Trust your machine by maintaining it properly
- Make sure your tyres are properly inflated, with a good tread
- Tighten loose spokes and replace any that are damaged
- Check your brake cables and adjust them when necessary. Replace them when frayed
- Your chain, lights, reflector and bell must all be in good working order
- Never ride your bike after consuming alcohol or drugs
- Never drive if you are fighting sleep.
- Stop in a safe place when you feel tired.
- Prepare yourself for driving by ensuring you get adequate sleep.
- Pay attention to the rider ahead of you as well as behind you
- Stay in the ride formation at all times
- Keep yourself hydrated at all times
- Drink a cup or 2 of strong coffee or caffeinated drink and take a nap for a maximum of 20 minutes (set the alarm on your mobile phone). Caffeine takes about 20 minutes to take effect and much more than this and you might wake feeling groggy.
- After the nap, if it is safe to do so, get some fresh air and stretch your legs
- Jackets and trousers should give you enough protection from impact, abrasion, cold and weather conditions.
- Use body armour on exposed areas such as the back, knees, elbows, shoulders, hips and shins. This should be adjustable so it fits snugly and does not move in a crash.
- You should wear a good reflective jacket, to make you more visible on the road.
- Wear protective gloves, and footwear that at least comes above the ankle.
- Never buy or use second-hand helmets.
- Never lend your helmet to someone else.
- If your helmet is damaged, replace it.
- Read the manual for your helmet and follow the care instructions.
- Clean your visor gently with warm soapy water.
- Use a helmet with a clear visor. If you use a dark visor, it will be almost impossible for you to see oil on a wet road.
- Replace the visor if it is scratched.
- Make sure your helmet is securely fastened. An unsecured helmet is illegal and useless in a crash.
- Do your researches before you buy. Ensure all equipment meets EU standards.
- Use ear protection on long journeys
- Please do not make any unscheduled stops on your own, there are planned stops along the route in either directions
- Be attentive on the road, there are other people out there who will make mistakes
- If the breakdown occurs near a bend in the road, make sure you give warning to traffic on both sides of the bend
- Carry at least one high visibility vests or jackets and a torch in your vehicle. If there is an accident, wear the vest or jacket and use the torch to alert other road users of your presence.
- When riding a motorcycle, do not use a personal entertainment system
- Any misconduct of any sort, will automatically lead to the rider having to leave the group and turn back to home