Thread: The safest bike in India?

Originally Posted by Sass

Prateek.. I have been using this setup for the last 4k+ kms and have had no issues with cops. Haven't spent a single penny because of this yet. I live in Chennai. By safest, I meant as accident-proof as possible. Not cop-proof.

4000kms on this "setup" does not guarantee that HID wont blind the opposite traffic and skoda horns wont create havoc in crowded place

Originally Posted by Sass

More power means more responsibility? Who doesn't know that? I mentioned 'depends on rider'. Read before you post something. Poof.

That is why I said no bike is safe , its the rider and his experience makes it safe

Originally Posted by Sass

Everything I stated was from my experience. Guess someone needs to go to school again! I wasn't posting some writing from some organisation.

And what am I gonna do by publicising my bike? Get a life!

Check your tone here

Prateek - Are you using 40 W hid Xenon setup which navneesh sells ?

Skoda horns create havoc in a crowded place? lol. What would Skoda cars do?! OMG

Originally Posted by Sass

Skoda horns create havoc in a crowded place? lol. What would Skoda cars do?! OMG

How many skoda horns you have seen creating havoc in crowded place or city and also i would like to know which city you stay where skoda creates havoc as per your view?

You should ask Prateek dude. Read the last few posts.

Originally Posted by Sass

You should ask Prateek dude. Read the last few posts.

What wrong has prateek wrote dude? Its you who is abusive and trashing.

If you want to remove your frustrations or show up your anger please dont do it at the cost of xbhp space and other peoples time here.

This discussion has moved into a wrong direction. What we should be discussing here is a motorcycle that is most forgiving to human errors or lack of riding skills in stock form. The most forgiving motorcycle right out of the factory which doesn't need any set of modifications.

I am unsure whether these points below have already been discussed here. I am writing these on the basis of some recent posts.

First of all, any motorcycle that is easier to ride than the other one enhances the rider's confidence automatically and confidence, while riding, is very important to be safe. A nervous rider is dangerous to himself and others. So an easy to ride motorcycle is one factor that we can take into consideration. Now how does a motorcycle become easy to ride? I guess there could be number of factors here, A) Ergonomics that suit most riders, B) The power band of a motorcycle - does the power of the motorcycle often surprise you? Friendly/comfortable ergonomics along with motorcycle's linear power delivery is a very safe combination in an urban environment. This also leads us to think about where a motorcycle has to be ridden. There are specific motorcycles meant to be ridden in a specific environment, for example dirt motorcycles for off-roading. The motorcycle design, weight, ergonomics and especially suspension makes a dirt/off-road/dual purpose motorcycle safest for off-roading. A motorcycle suited to its riding environment most is the safest in that environment.

Good brakes, without doubt, increases rider safety and makes a motorcycle safe. Good brakes should be progressive and shouldn't surprise a rider by locking the wheel(s) even when the brakes are applied with moderate force. ABS technology has enhanced the braking performance in many vehicles already. A CBR250R ABS version is a very good example here along with some other motorcycles.

The chassis and suspension combination of a motorcycle is also another important aspect that makes a motorcycle safe to ride. A stable motorcycle while in straights or at lean and in emergency braking makes for a safe ride. An R15 is one of the best examples in this scenario and above as well. Along with chassic/suspension combination, the weight of a motorcycle matters a lot. A preferably light motorcycle for urban environment is a good option as it's easier for the rider to change direction with ease. This might save him/her in emergency situations.

And ofcourse, the power of a motorcycle. The tamable power of a motorcycle is good especially for an inexperienced rider as the element of surprise is less when the throttle is twisted like crazy.

Please understand that all these elements in a motorcycle are safe and helpful to the rider as long as he has enough skills to use them properly.

Sensibly, there should be least usage of horns in any riding environment except ofcourse in emergency situations. The horns should be used to just let the other riders/drivers know of your presence rather than becoming an irritant by honking or using a loud horn non stop. In normal traffic situations, a loud horn is not needed at all. Even in dense traffic, a horn has least usage as the traffic is already moving at a snail's pace! Unless, ofcourse, if one is stuck in traffic on an incline/slope the horn could be useful incase the vehicle in front is sliding back towards your vehicle.

Well said Satellite Kid. I apologise for moving off the topic.

Originally Posted by Satellite.kid

This discussion has moved into a wrong direction. What we should be discussing here is a motorcycle that is most forgiving to human errors or lack of riding skills in stock form. The most forgiving motorcycle right out of the factory which doesn't need any set of modifications.

I am unsure whether these points below have already been discussed here. I am writing these on the basis of some recent posts.

First of all, any motorcycle that is easier to ride than the other one enhances the rider's confidence automatically and confidence, while riding, is very important to be safe. A nervous rider is dangerous to himself and others. So an easy to ride motorcycle is one factor that we can take into consideration. Now how does a motorcycle become easy to ride? I guess there could be number of factors here, A) Ergonomics that suit most riders, B) The power band of a motorcycle - does the power of the motorcycle often surprise you? Friendly/comfortable ergonomics along with motorcycle's linear power delivery is a very safe combination in an urban environment. This also leads us to think about where a motorcycle has to be ridden. There are specific motorcycles meant to be ridden in a specific environment, for example dirt motorcycles for off-roading. The motorcycle design, weight, ergonomics and especially suspension makes a dirt/off-road/dual purpose motorcycle safest for off-roading. A motorcycle suited to its riding environment most is the safest in that environment.

Good brakes, without doubt, increases rider safety and makes a motorcycle safe. Good brakes should be progressive and shouldn't surprise a rider by locking the wheel(s) even when the brakes are applied with moderate force. ABS technology has enhanced the braking performance in many vehicles already. A CBR250R ABS version is a very good example here along with some other motorcycles.

The chassis and suspension combination of a motorcycle is also another important aspect that makes a motorcycle safe to ride. A stable motorcycle while in straights or at lean and in emergency braking makes for a safe ride. An R15 is one of the best examples in this scenario and above as well. Along with chassic/suspension combination, the weight of a motorcycle matters a lot. A preferably light motorcycle for urban environment is a good option as it's easier for the rider to change direction with ease. This might save him/her in emergency situations.

And ofcourse, the power of a motorcycle. The tamable power of a motorcycle is good especially for an inexperienced rider as the element of surprise is less when the throttle is twisted like crazy.

Please understand that all these elements in a motorcycle are safe and helpful to the rider as long as he has enough skills to use them properly.

Sensibly, there should be least usage of horns in any riding environment except ofcourse in emergency situations. The horns should be used to just let the other riders/drivers know of your presence rather than becoming an irritant by honking or using a loud horn non stop. In normal traffic situations, a loud horn is not needed at all. Even in dense traffic, a horn has least usage as the traffic is already moving at a snail's pace! Unless, ofcourse, if one is stuck in traffic on an incline/slope the horn could be useful incase the vehicle in front is sliding back towards your vehicle.

After Reading your post i believe i have choosen one of safest Bike (Apache ABS)