BIKE TRIP GEAR UP & SAFETY NORMS _________________________________________________________________ Hand signals you need to know Compulsory Items Valid driving License / ID proof for Pillion RC Book copy Insurance papers Helmet (for both rider & pillion) We will check the above before we depart. Anybody without any of the above will not be allowed to join. Essential Items Headlight,Taillight and Indicators should be in working condition Rear view mirrors (compulsory) Bike to be serviced a few days prior to the trip (spark plugs, engine oil, tires) Back pack Sunglasses / riding gloves Rain Jacket 2 sets of change of clothes Towel Plug spanner / wheel spanner screw driver LED Torchlight Minimum Toiletries Basic first aid kit RULES THAT YOU HAVE TO FOLLOW Driving only on the extreme left lane on Highways Drive with your headlights even in the day No stunt driving No racing No Alcohol consumption Should drive with the headlights on even in the daytime Should keep a 30 meters distance with the bike in front and also keep a visual on the bike following you. If you don't see the biker in your rear view mirror, you slow down or stop. Speed limits to be followed - 80kmh on highways 60km/h on country roads 50km/h on hills section 40km/h within towns/villages No overtaking on Left turns No parallel driving Always give way for uphill traffic Use Indicators in addition to hand signals to indicate stopping, turning , slowdown etc. No using the Cellphone while driving