Winter is one of the great times for an ultimate road trip. CredR brings to you a few tips to keep in mind during the epic winter road trip.
SLOW DRIVING IS THE BEST:
Driving your bike at an average speed is the best way to drive during winter. All the ‘wind on your face drama’ that you want to experience on every road trip is not possible during the winter tour. It is advised to ride slowly to help yourself avoid snowstorms and chilly weather. The crossing of unknown animals and unknown places can be easier when you ride slow during winter.
KEEP YOUR FUEL TANK FILLED TO THE MAXIMUM:
If you’re riding up the mountain or the highways during winter, it is recommended to keep your fuel tank filled always. Winter can have an effect on your engine during winter. Most of the bikers would want to keep their bike running which will use up the fuel. Also while riding up the mountains the fuel usage will be higher than during the plains. So it is important to keep your fuel tank filled any time your trip.
AVOIDING EDGES ON THE ROAD:
Winter travel typically means that the visibility of the road ahead is going to be minimalistic. This can be fatal to drivers who drive recklessly. Also, during a winter road trip, it is mandatory to understand to avoid the edges on the road be it a highway or the slope of a mountain.
KEEP YOUR BIKE IN CONTROL:
Maintaining your balance for the entire duration of the road trip is the next big challenge when it comes during travelling, in general, is the ability to maintain the balance of your bike. Experts always say the best way to own the control of your bike is to maintain the apt speed. This one important factor when you are driving during winter as the fog or misty conditions may suddenly cause trouble. It will be safer when your bike is always in control which increases the safety quotient of the travellers.
AVOID UNKNOWN PATHS:
It is exciting and thrilling to explore the unknown paths during every road trip. But it is also equally important to be aware of the chosen path. It is not mandatory to know every pothole on the road ahead but it is advised to take a better-looking road over a bad one. Especially during winter, where the sunlight is very limited, choosing the main way and sticking to the group or the guide is advised.
KEEP YOUR LIGHT SOURCE READY:
As mentioned earlier the period of sunlight is very limited during the winter road trip. So driving after the sun is down is not recommended. It is the best for your safety to carry small light sources during your travel as they can help you find your way back. Although most phones have inbuilt flashlight facility on them, it’s always recommended to carry a small pocket flash torch which might come in handy.
EXTRA SAFETY GEAR FOR EXTRA SUPPORT:
The most important tip for the best winter trip is to suit up to the best winter gear available. Carrying an extra pair of thermos dress, warmer dresses, gloves, hot water flask and mufflers are some of the basics that you will need during your winter road trip. Carrying prescribed medicines in a first aid kit along with sprays for sprains, bandages, cotton and disinfectants are equally important. During the winter road trip, the feet and the neck are the most exposed part which can give you hypothermia. So covering yourself completely during the winter road trip is important.
HAVE A SAFE AND EPIC WINTER ROAD TRIP AHEAD! CHEERS!
