We all know that bad riding habits lead to unfortunate incidents like accidents. Riding a motorcycle is one of the most interesting things to do but there are some habits we need to break.

Here is the list of some bad habits that are often picked up over time and should be stopped right now:

Using your rear brake too much

Many of us are used to using the rear brake exclusively because it’s easier to use.

But remember that the rear brake is not enough to stop your bike as it loses traction due to the lockup.

It is very important to get used to using both the front and rear brakes simultaneously, as it is the most efficient way of stopping. When you decelerate, your bike’s weight shifts forward.

This means the front brake will give more stopping power than the rear.

Riding with the heels of your feet on the footpegs

Riding with the heels of your feet on the footpeg might get your leg whipped back hitting the right pannier and you might also break your toe and ankle if you ever leaned into a corner and dragged your toes on the ground.

Moreover, riding with heels on the footpegs and also your feet on the passenger pegs is a very bad habit. Remember to ride with your toes on the foot pegs.

Riding in Blind Spots

Many riders ride like they are in a different world and never look outside that world.

Moreover, you need to make your presence known while you’re out on the road.

This includes using hand signals, turning on your headlights, and riding where other motorists can see you clearly.

Every driver has a blind spot and not all of them use fancy mirrors or have a motion detection system.

It’s crucial that you stay out of drivers’ blind spots while riding either slowing down or passing the driver so you remain safe if a driver fails to look twice before switching lanes.

Staying in the center of a lane

Many of the drivers have a very bad habit of staying in the center of the lane or driving behind a car in the center of the lane.

If you are behind a car and suddenly a pothole appears and you smack it hard. The game is over! So always stay away from those dangers.

Moreover, follow the tire tracks of vehicles in front of you. Riding on their tracks would mean that if a car had avoided a pothole or an oil slick, you'll end up avoiding it as well.

Not looking through a turn

Many riders ride into a turn or curve and have no idea what is at the apex or the exit of the curve. It is very obvious that once you lean a motorcycle over it becomes much more difficult to stop quickly.

So always focus on looking where you want the motorcycle to go because there is a reason why you look before you lean a motorcycle over it is so you can see through the corner.

Not only will that but your motorcycle will go where you look.

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TVS Motor Company on Wednesday announced the expansion of its long-term cooperative partnership with BMW Motorrad India to develop electric vehicles (EVs) and future technologies in the country.

The first product jointly developed by both the companies will be showcased to the world in the next two years.

Under the partnership, TVS will be responsible for designing and developing future BMW Motorrad products as well as looking after supply chain management, and industrialization.

Both BMW Motorrad and TVS will mutually tap the emerging technologies in the future mobility space while tracking the global requirements of customer segments.

The two-wheeler companies had first signed their long-term strategic partnership in April 2013 to manufacture sub-500cc motorcycles for the global markets. Under this collaboration, they developed three products on the 310cc platform - BMW G 310 R, BMW 310 GS, and TVS Apache RR 310.

All the jointly developed products from these companies have been well accepted across markets in the EU, US, Japan, China, and India, with over 100,000 customers.

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A chain is one of the most important parts of a motorbike. It is your responsibility to check your chain before every ride.

Here are the tips for the proper way to maintain and clean your bike’s chain:

Check the condition of your chain:

Over a period of time, dust and other elements can get accumulated in and around your chain which might increase wear and tear.

Before you decide to clean the chains, you will need to check how it is functioning.

The first and foremost thing is to put your bike on a stand so that the rear wheel is off the ground. Rotate the wheel, and if you find that the chain is rusted or has worn down, then you will have to get the chains replaced with a new one.

Also, examine the free play on the bottom run of the drive chain, tight spots by rotating the rear wheel, and the rear-drive sprocket for wear, making sure that the apexes of the teeth are not curved.

Cleaning

The chain should be cleaned before each lubrication, as the combination of dirt and grit with chain lube/grease can make a 'grinding paste', severely reducing chain life.

All you need to do is get a regular clean-up, you will simply require a bit of kerosene, a clean and dry cloth, and a brush and wash the chain with kerosene and use the brush to remove the dirt from your chain.

Once you have cleaned your chain, you will have to rub it dry with the cloth. Never use petroleum-based cleaners, detergents, and/or wire brushes as they will damage the chain and/or seals.

Also, Avoid using high-pressure jets or pressure washers, as the water can be forced inside the O, X, or Z rings, and make sure the chain's completely dry before you lubricate.

Lubricate

This is one of the most important processes as it helps your chain link and lubes be dust-free. A motorcycle chain should be lubricated every while to ensure peak performance and long life.

Always lubricate the chain after riding, not before. This allows time for the solvents in the spray to evaporate before the bike is used again, and lets the lubricant penetrate the link properly.

Moreover, as you apply the lubricant, continue to rotate your rear wheel in a forward motion as it will allow the lube to cover more area on the sprocket.

Once you are done using the lubricant, rub off the extra lube so that it does not allow dirt of any kind to stick to the chain.

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