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May 17, 2010

Travelling tips

Safety tips for driving in hilly areas

Before going for a long trip, check for the following:

1. Tyres

2. Controls

3. Lights

4. Oils n fluids

5. Chassis

6. Stands




Another necessary packings:

1. Carry a rehydrant or lot of water with you, as u may get strokes or get tired while riding.

2. Carry some light food to eat, in case u dnt find a suitable place to eat.

3. While packing your luggage(try carrying as less as u can), put the heavier things at the bottom and the lighter ones at the top and tie them to the seat wid the help of bungee cords.

4. Carry a good working gps system or road map.

5. Last but not the least, protect yourself fully. Carry a good solid full face helmet, jacket, travelling shoes, gloves etc. 



P.S.-Plan your trip before you leave.




Driving tips:

1. Don't change your lane, as there are many blind curves

2. Drive at a speed not more than 55kmph as it may be difficult to control the bike if some vehicle comes in front.

3. When raining, slow down or prefer not to drive, as it may lead to a major accident.

4. For fuel efficiency, try to move at constant speed.

5. Don't travel more than 100kms at a stretch. Take rest for minimum 30min or more.

6. Take a nap of around 10-15 min at every 2-3 break.

7. Avoid travelling at night, as it is less visible during night.

8. Use scratch free visor for your helmet

9. Be attentive on your road while driving



Things to carry:

1. Tool kit

2. First aid kit

3. Extra tube for tyres.

4. Puncture kit for tubeless tyres

5. Compact Air pump

6. Extra bulb for headlight, tail light and indicator

7. The must, carry all the documents viz. license, registration certificate(R.C.), pollution check certificate, insurance cover note etc.

8. Get your tank filled to full after half of your tank is empty, as you never know, how far the next filling station may be, and what if the next station is out of stock?



For really long trips(>2500km), get your bike serviced every 2250km-2500km...