Driving in the rain, on the other hand, is only fun if extra caution is maintained. Riding a motorbike during the monsoon requires some effort and attention in order to keep you safe and dry.

As a rider, you are indeed sensitive to harsh weather conditions, which is why you should keep a few guidelines in mind when riding to keep yourself safe during the rainy season.

Don’t Over-speed

Riding on wet roads causes you to lose traction, resulting in less control over your motorbike.

It is safe to drive slowly so that they can see where they're going and do not compromise the safety of other people on the roads as well.

Also, it is best not to ride after several days of dry weather because when it rains, the oil and dirt from the road combined with the water, creating a slippery mixture that has caused many two-wheelers to crash.

If feasible, wait for at least a half-hour of hard rain to wash away this lethal mixture. If not, it is recommended to ride slowly.

Keep the Lights On

You must be able to see well as well as be seen clearly during the rainy season.

Keeping the lights on can also assist other drivers in identifying your car and maintaining a safe distance.

Also, Wearing high-visibility clothing and affixing a decent quality reflector strip to the back and front of the motorcycle will help you be seen better at night.

Moreover, just be careful not to shine a high beam directly into the path of an oncoming vehicle, since this might momentarily blind the driver and cause an accident.

Avoid flooded roads

Water may severely harm your engine, thus it is recommended to avoid driving on wet roads. While riding, make sure to use modest throttle so that no water enters the exhaust pipe.

Do not stop in a flooded area unless absolutely necessary. Waterlogged roadways may conceal exposed manholes or potholes that you are not aware of.

Maintain a constant speed while you bike across the patch. If your bike stalls, simply get down and push it out of the flooded path.

Maintain Distance

Do not continue to focus on a vehicle. There may be potholes that the vehicle misses, and you may be the one to notice them.

In addition, water splashed by the car's back wheels might restrict your visibility even more, perhaps leading to an accident.

Moreover, allow enough space for other cars (and yourself) to look ahead and avoid a collision.

Although visibility is reduced and the roads are wet, you can't immediately slam on the brakes and pull up in a moment, believing the cars behind you would do the same.

Don’t miss the monsoon gear

Due to the loss of traction during the monsoon, riders are more prone to skids and crashes, making them more vulnerable to accidents.

As a result, it is strongly advised that riders wear appropriate monsoon gear when riding. Riders can wear full-face helmets with good seals to prevent water from entering the helmet.

If the visor has too many scratches, replace it before the monsoon. It is also advised that you get a waterproof riding jacket and trousers, which will keep you dry.

Moreover, if you want to ride long distances, you may also get riding boots, knee and elbow padding, and riding gloves.

 

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Riding a motorcycle is a hobby that many across the globe share, merging cultural differences and obstacles to communication. You need a safe ride to take part in this pastime.
The consequence of a few weeks of neglect or keeping the key in place for more than a few minutes might be a dead battery. It's an electrical fault sometimes, and replacing or charging the battery won't make a difference.
You will stop a dead battery if you know what you are looking for.

 

Batteries for Motorcycles

These critical parts, more specifically referred to as storage batteries, store all the electrical power produced by the charging system of your bike, which, in turn, is operated by the engine of the bike.
Using a set of plates, or electrodes, immersed in an electrolyte, batteries transform chemical energy into electrical energy. One of three lead-acid batteries used by many gasoline-fueled bikes is wet cells, gel or absorbed glass mat (AGM).

Wet Cells

The oldest form of lead-acid battery is flooded batteries or wet cells, and you need to retain the electrolyte in the water at all times. It fails when the battery goes dry, which is the most common explanation why wet cells stop operating.

Cells that are flooded or wet are not sealed and can be hazardous. The electrolyte burns clothing, paint, and skin and is very acidic.

Gel Cells

The next evolutionary step in battery technology was the advent of gel batteries or gel cells. Gel batteries are sealed and use a dense electrolyte fluid that is ideally suited for riding tests.

These batteries have independent vents that only allow the gas to escape if it is overcharged, keeping you and the remainder of your ride dry. They need a lower-printed charging voltage on the side of each battery.

AGMs

The very latest in lead-acid battery technology is the absorbed glass mat cells or AGMs. They have a shield similar to fiberglass to hold the electrolyte gel and are spill-proof. They last longer than batteries that are wet or gel, compensating for their higher cost.

When you start your ride and hear the fateful "click-click-click," or worse when your electrical system begins to flicker, you're out riding in a party, these are signs that you will need to replace your motorcycle battery.

Starting problems

Some conditions on modern bikes disallow the motorcycle to start if, for instance, you have not pulled the clutch in or the side stand is not up. To see if the key is in the ignition spot, verify. This tiny information, like a dead battery, can mimic more serious issues with your bike.

If when you twist the switch, your engine turns over at the required speed, then you probably do not have a battery problem. If, however, it's a cranking problem, then a battery problem is most likely your diagnosis.

Horn and Headlights

Turning your key on and looking at the headlights of the bike is a fast way to search. You possibly have a battery-related problem when the beam is dim and flickering.

Additionally, this is another indication that your battery needs to be changed if you press your horn and it doesn't seem to have as much volume as it used to, or if it doesn't make any noise.

Inconsistent Multimeter Readings

Once you have uncovered the terminal, either a multimeter or a voltmeter will be needed. Adjust to the 12-volt DC voltage. There is a 20-volt setting for most meters, which works handily.

You can deduce the voltage by touching the positive or red lead to the red terminal on the battery, and doing the same with the negative, black lead. It is sufficient to charge any voltage less than 11, with the optimal amount between 13 and 13.6. You may need to change your battery if you persistently get erratic readings.

Many Electronic Failures

It used to be that it didn't take a battery for a bike to start up. As an ignition system, a condenser and points served, and a kick to a lever started it up. In a more recent era, along with electronic ignition and a complicated lighting system, bikes have all kinds of peripheral accessories that operate off a battery.

If several electronic devices display signs of failure on your bike, it might be time for a new battery.

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It's almost 2022 and automobile companies have launched varieties of motorcycles in the Nepalese market.

These launches have initially hit the Nepalese market. So let’s take a look at the motorcycles which has been launched this year 2021:

BENELLI 752S

Specification: 

Engine Type	Inline 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, liquid-cooled, 4 valves for cylinder double overhead camshaft DOHC
Displacement	754 cc
Fuel System	Fuel Injection
Cooling	Liquid Cooled
Max Power	76.8 HP @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque	76.8 HP @ 8500 rpm
No. of Cylinders	2
Ignition	Digital
Compression Ratio	11.5:1
No. of Gears	6-speed
Final Drive	Chain
Clutch Type	Wet Multiplate
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 liters

 

BENELLI TNT 302S

Specification: 

Displacement	300 cc
Maximum Power	38.26 BHP @ 11,500 rpm
Maximum Torque	26.5 NM @10,000 rpm
Number of Cylinders	2
Emission Standard	BS4
Number of Gears	6
Seat Height	795 mm
Ground Clearance	140 mm
Kerb/Wet Weight	204 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	16 liters

 

BAJAJ DOMINAR 250

Specification: 

Mileage (City)	35.03 kmpl
Displacement	248.77 cc
Engine Type	Single cylinder, 4 strokes, DOHC,4valve, Liquid-cooled, Twin Spark,FI
Max Power	27 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque	23.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Front Brake	Disc
Rear Brake	Disc
Fuel Capacity	13 L
Front Suspension	Telescopic USD Fork
Rear Suspension	Multi-step adjustable Mono shocks with Nitrox
Body Type	Sports Naked Bike

 

KTM 250 ADVENTURE

Specification: 

Engine Type	4 stroke, DOHC engine
No. of Cylinders	1
Emission Type	BS6
Displacement	248.8 cc
Maximum Power	30 PS
Maximum Torque(Nm@rpm)	24 Nm at 7,500 rpm
ABS	Dual-Channel
Front Brake	320 mm Disc
Rear Brake	230 mm Disc
Tyre Type	Tubeless
Transmission	6-speed manual
Body Type	Adventure/Touring Bike
Fuel Capacity	14.5 liters
Weight	156 kg
Seat Height	855 mm
Ground Clearance	200 mm
Colors	Orange Black
Price	N/A

 

TRACKER 250

Specification: 

ENGINE	Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, 2-valve
DISPLACEMENT	223 cc
EMISSION TYPE	BS4
COOLING SYSTEM	Air-cooled
FUEL SUPPLY	Carburetor
PEAK POWER	12.5 kW @ 7000 rpm
MAX TORQUE	17 Nm @ 5500 rpm
NO. OF GEARS	6 Gears
TOP SPEED	N/A
MILEAGE	30-35 Kmpl
CLUTCH TYPE	Manual Wet multi-plate
STARTING METHOD	Self-start

 

YAMAHA FZS V3 X-CONNECT 

Specification: 

Mileage	45 kmpl
Displacement	149 cc
Engine Type	Air cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve
No. of Cylinders	1
Max Power	12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Max Torque	13.6 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Front Brake	Disc
Rear Brake	Disc
Fuel Capacity	13 L
Price	₨. 3,23,900

 

YAMAHA MT-15 BS6

Specification: 

Displacement	155 cc
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
No. of Cylinders	1
Max Power	18.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque	14.7 Nm @ 8500 rpm
Front Brake	Disc
Rear Brake	Disc
Fuel Capacity	10 L

 

MOTORHEAD TEKKEN R250

Specification: 

ENGINE	Air-cooled, 4-stroke, 1-cylinder
DISPLACEMENT	223 cc
FUEL SUPPLY	Carburetor
PEAK POWER	16.7 bhp @ 8000 rpm
MAX TORQUE	17 Nm @ 6500 rpm
NO. OF GEARS	6 Gears
TOP SPEED	120 Kmph
MILEAGE	35 Kmpl
STARTING METHOD	Self-start

 

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