Motorcycle Helmets and Accessories - Studds Blogs

If you have ever been in a situation where you had to apply for an insurance claim you know the convoluted process followed by insurers to ascertain whether you were on the right side of the law. Even a small transgression can lead to your insurance claim being invalidated. One of the simplest reasons behind insurance claims being rejected is using non-certified helmets.   Almost every country in the world has mandated the use of branded and certified helmets for riding two-wheelers and failure to adhere to it is usually a common reason why people don't get the insurance money they deserve. Here is everything on the topic you need to know.  Is wearing the proper helmet the only criteria for pay-out? Definitely not, but wearing the right helmet definitely helps. One of the primary questions in the investigative process is whether the involved party was wearing a certified helmet. It is a basic rule mandated by law and failure to follow it raises more questions on the perso...

 With the winter almost behind as spring ahead is going to be quite windy and you might have to constantly deal with strong windy weather conditions on the highway while riding a motorcycle. With that in mind, here are a few important tips that you need to know about riding a motorcycle safely against strong winds.  These tips will help you in keeping the motorcycle stable on the highway irrespective of how strong the winds become. Be aerodynamic Make yourself as aerodynamic as possible because the more resistance against the wind, the more difficult it will become for you to keep the motorcycle stable on the road. In order to make yourself Aerodynamic, invest in the best quality motorcycle riding gears, especially a good quality premium brand helmet that will reduce your footprint on the motorcycle and allow you to cut to the wind easily. There are different types of motorcycle helmets in the market at the most recommended one is obviously the full-face helmet which is bette...

 Do you regularly use a riding glove? If you are in a humid, tropical country chances are riding gloves come out only in the winters when the temperature drops too far below to endure. But in addition to keeping the hands warm, motorcycle riding gloves serve a few other important needs. Let’s take a quick look at 5 of the most compelling reasons why you need to start wearing a pair of motorcycle riding gloves irrespective of whether you ride a motorcycle or a scooter. It protects the palms against injuries  Wearing riding gloves can protect your hands and palms against serious injuries when you get into an accident. The first part of the body that comes in contact with the road in an accident is the palms or the knuckles and since there isn’t any muscle between the skin and the bones, these types of injuries tend to be very painful not to mention it takes too long to heal as well. But by wearing gloves you significantly reduce the risk of such injuries. Many people make the m...

Do you have a travel addict in your life who is passionate about exploring the world? If you missed out on giving them a good new year present, not to worry, we have collected 7 of the most valuable gifts that they will find helpful during their rides and trips. Let's get started. Safety Helmets the best thing you can give somebody who rides a motorcycle is a good quality premium motorcycle helmet that comes with the latest safety and comfort features. While purchasing helmet, always check for the latest feature subset Bluetooth connectivity so that the writer can take calls on the go. Also check for dual visor which will help the rider see clearly in all lighting conditions. Last but not the least, take a look at the design and decal options. There are different types of helmets to choose from in the market, and depending on the riding style of the person you are planning the gift for, go with a full-face branded helmet if he or she prefers to go on long distance trips, and an o...

Riding a motorcycle result of the most thrilling and exciting things that you can ever experience in life. It lets you explore the world for much less money compared to driving a car or flying on an aeroplane. But, if you do not take the proper care to ride a motorcycle safety, it can definitely create problems, either in the short term, or even in the long term. In the short term, if you forget to use the proper motorcycle riding gears , for example a premium motorcycle helmet it can result in an immediate fatal consequence. In the long run, there could be many things that can go wrong. Today, we will focus on back pain and other joint-related problems that motorcyclists commonly face, along with the steps that you can take to minimize the problem of backpain.  Get the riding posture right  One of the very common problems that is evident everywhere is motorcyclists riding in a very wrong position. Either knowingly, or unknowingly they take a position that is not safe, and nei...

Riding a motorcycle in the winter condition is a challenge in itself. On top of that, if the motorcycle grudges and grumbles while starting up, the entire experience becomes a whole lot worse. Winter problems are  especially  rife in  carburated  motorcycles, but even in fuel injected motorcycles these problems can definitely exist. Let us check out the most common winter motorcycle problems along with their solutions.     Start-Up Problems (Low Battery  or  Dirty Spark Plug)   the most common headache inducing problem that many motorcyclists face in the winter is the vehicle refusing to start! This could be because of one of 2 reasons. Either the battery is down, or the spark plug has become dirty. the solution is to have a battery tender connected to the motorcycle battery when you're not riding the bike so that battery stays topped up for those special occasions when you plan to take the bike out inventor. If the spark plug has become...

Have you ever sat on a  long-distance  journey only to find out that you cannot do it because of the fatigue and tiredness? Here are some simple tips to stay energetic in order to complete a long-distance road trip on a motorcycle. Let's get started!    Start Early   A very useful tip to stay full of energy till the end of a righteous to conserve energy at the beginning of your right. And in order to do that make sure to start early. The best time to go on a  long-distance  road trips to started around 5:00 AM or maximum by 6:00 AM in the school going population has not awakened yet! When the roads are free and empty you can make good ground without worrying about the traffic. This helps in keeping more energy for the remainder of the ride.     Stay Hydrated   Many first timers make the mistake of ignoring the need to stay hydrated. Carry a water bottle with you I deal with electrolyte solution in it so that you can take a little sh...