Why Bicycles in India Need Bike Safety Accessories?

Cycles in India are still a very common mode of transport.  Especially for those who live in the suburban regions where the public transport is not as readily available.  Surprisingly, in India, the concept of bike safety is at its lowest.  You would hardly see any cyclist wearing helmets even in heavily busy roads.  Why cyclists?  Many motorcycle riders also do not wear helmets!  Often it happens that the hot and humid weather deters people from wearing helmets. However, with advancement of technology that seems more like an excuse rather than a valid reason. 

Here are two most important bike safety accessories without which, you should not even leave the house. 

Helmets

We all know these are important. It is true that the hot and humid weather makes it a task to wear the helmets a task. However, for safety it’s important to wear it.  When you buy a helmet from a good brand, you will find them comfortable and stylish.  The sleek elongated cyclist helmets usually have air vents to keep you cool and come in vibrant, snappy colours to tackle the ‘dork’ element.  However, beware of fake vents found in the market, which do not allow any air. Choose one that is comfortable and has a sweat absorbing soft layer on the inner lining of the helmet and ride in style!

Lights

If you are planning to do some cycling at night, be wise enough with your selection and invest in some powerful LED bicycle lights.  The veteran cycles in India, used to have a light attached by default, which was powered mechanically.  The harder you pedalled, the stronger was the light.  However, the need of constant, bright light is necessary now with so many cars jostling for space on roads.  Keep in mind to buy a rear light or even a bright reflector so that the cars coming from behind can easily see your cycle in the dark. 

You must and should keep these things in mind and have bike safety accessories in place in order to ensure a safe biking experience. Always remember that following certain tips can help us enjoy a lot of things to the fullest. So, follow these simple tips and bike safe while on road.