Blog 23 | We Buy Bikes Faster Than We Learn to Ride
"Everyone Can Buy a Bike, Few Can Ride One"
Anyone can walk into a showroom, sign papers, and ride out on a new machine. But riding isn’t just about owning a bike or twisting the throttle. It’s about awareness, restraint, skill, and respect—for the road, the machine, and your own limits. That’s what separates a buyer from a rider.
A Season of Celebration, A Daily Loss
Hey fellas,
I’m back again—this time with a topic that isn’t exciting, isn’t glamorous, but is deeply concerning.
2025 is behind us, and 2026 has already rolled in. The world continues in celebration mode—feasts, parties, year-end trips. Winter feels harsher this time, yet the festive spirit refuses to slow down. But while the world celebrates, my mornings have been repeatedly shaken by heartbreaking news—people losing their lives on the road, almost every single day.
Most of these deaths aren’t caused by fate or bad luck.
They’re caused by carelessness, lack of skill, poor judgment, and sheer stupidity.
And that brings me to a question we rarely ask ourselves:
Are we really upgrading ourselves before upgrading our motorcycles?
Why Do We Really Buy Motorcycles?
People buy motorcycles for different reasons. Youths often buy them for thrill and enjoyment. Middle-aged riders choose them out of responsibility and practicality. Elderly riders sometimes see a motorcycle as a quiet companion after retirement. All of these reasons are valid.
But my concern is mainly towards today’s youth—who are aggressively and frequently buying motorcycles. Accept it or not, a large portion of these purchases are driven by ego, social validation, and show-off culture. The motorcycle becomes less about riding and more about proving something.
That mindset is the blazing ghoul that has frozen rational thinking among many young riders.
Earlier, buying a vehicle felt like welcoming a family member. People respected machines, learned them, lived with them—and those vehicles lasted decades. Today, modernization and beautification often end in disfigured crashes and lost lives.
So the obvious question is—WHY?????🤔
Enjoyment Over Truth, Speed Over Sense
The answer is simple.
Enjoyment over truth.
Speed over skill.
Image over intelligence.
People are buying motorcycles without being properly educated about them. Riding discipline, braking techniques, cornering physics, road ethics—these topics hardly excite anyone. And honestly, nobody seems to give a damn until something goes wrong.
In this entire cycle, who loses?
Not the companies—they gain customers.
Not the influencers—they gain views.
It’s us. The riders. The families. The society.
Before Buying a Motorcycle: Upgrade Your Thinking First
Before stepping into a showroom or booking a bike online, the first thing you need to know is yourself. Ask yourself honestly—why am I buying this motorcycle? Is it for daily commuting, long-distance touring, weekend rides, or simply for learning? Keeping your priorities clear will automatically help you choose a motorcycle that actually suits you, not one that feeds your ego.
Next comes your riding environment. Indian roads are unpredictable—traffic, potholes, weather, and road manners change every few kilometres. Understanding where and how you’ll ride helps you choose the right category of motorcycle. There are plenty of options in today’s market; choosing wisely is not difficult if you’re honest about your needs.
Then comes the most ignored factor—affordability beyond the price tag. A motorcycle isn’t pocket-friendly just because the ex-showroom price looks attractive. Service intervals, spare part costs, and the availability of skilled mechanics in your locality matter far more in the long run. A bike that’s easy to maintain will save you money, time, and frustration.
After Buying a Motorcycle: Responsibility Begins Here
Once the motorcycle is yours, the real responsibility starts. The first thing every rider should do—yet most don’t—is read the owner’s manual thoroughly. That booklet isn’t filler content. It tells you how your machine behaves, what it needs, and what it doesn’t tolerate. Random experimentation and learning through trial-and-error can be expensive—and sometimes fatal.
In today’s digital world, learning doesn’t stop there. Spend time on platforms like YouTube and Instagram, not for stunts, but for real-world ownership experiences. Learn from riders who already own the motorcycle you’ve purchased. Their mistakes can save you from repeating the same ones.
Equally important is budgeting for riding gear. Accessories and riding apparel aren’t optional add-ons—they’re part of the purchase. Jackets, gloves, boots, and guards protect the only body you have. One decision, two benefits—safety and confidence.
And when it comes to helmets, choose protection over presentation. A good helmet saves your life; a flashy one only feeds your vanity.
Motorcycles Are Not Dessert Toppings
Today, money is spent on motorcycles as casually as adding toppings to a dessert. But ownership isn’t just about buying—it’s about deserving.
Our roads have turned into experimental labs where untrained riders test limits daily. That’s why riding in India feels unsafe. Look closely and you’ll find one out of every four riders either riding a machine far beyond their skill level or turning a small-capacity bike into a missile through irresponsible modifications.
More CC doesn’t mean more control.
More noise doesn’t mean more respect.
More speed doesn’t mean more rider.
Drop the Ego, Pick Up Responsibility
Before all else, get rid of ego and show-off mentality. A motorcycle demands humility. No amount of money—especially borrowed or someone else’s—can buy riding sense. "Skill is earned. Maturity is learned. Responsibility is chosen."
Because a motorcycle doesn’t make you a rider.
Your mindset does.
Let’s stop glorifying stupidity on two wheels.
Let’s normalize skill, patience, learning, and responsibility.
Upgrade yourself first.
The motorcycle can wait.
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