Awesome Road Trips With Your Family! | ThisConnect S02E08 |

[@motorinc]

*Chapters* 00:00 Where Should We Start? 01:15 Solo travel 02:32 Road Trip vs Getting There 05:05 Make a Good Plan 09:55 Cold vs The Heat 11:55 Be Flexible With Plans 16:24 Vehicle Prep 22:44 Pack Light 26:55 Pack Well 30:22 Packing for Bikes 33:53 Load the Car Early 36:25 A Knack For Snacks 38:00 Passengers' Rule 40:58 Travelling in Groups 47:55 Leave Home! 52:28 Slow Things Down 54:07 Share Your Plan 55:03 Emergencies 56:21 Your Advice! 56:40 The Next Episode 57:40 Cars vs Bikes 59:44 Closing Comments *Explore MotorInc memberships at* youtube.com/@motorinc/join *Errors* 31:18 That's Satyadeep Mishra (Sorry Sattu!) and you can find him on Instagram at @instasattu

[@octo3010]

My fixation for efficiency left my family shocked , when I did this . Stopped , parked and went up to find a table even when people were still getting out of the car. Locked it from the restaurant upstairs Ordered while they were still climbing up While they sat after hand wash food is served for some ( idli vada) While dosa arrived, distributed idlis to everyone even if they did not want one . Ordered coffee as soon as the dosa arrived. Done with all of it in 20 mins . On the road again in 30 after bio breaks.

[@Divebomb18]

When you have family, a sandwich is a snack. It’s a meal if you are single ;)

[@motorinc]

1) Chutney Cheese 2) Tomato Cucumber 3) Extra butter Sugar. Three course meal. 😁

[@AbidSuhail]

Sandwich and ample hard boiled eggs with shells intact is a great filling meal that doesn't make you feel queasy and boiled eggs can stay good for a whole 24 hrs. Also packing a jar of roasted peanuts is a great idea if you want you have peaceful bowel movement the next day.

[@EvilizedDead_EVL_DED]

My Ahmedabadi brain shouted cheese pineapple chocolate sandwich. 😅

[@Divebomb18]

@@AbidSuhailBoiled egg doesn’t stay good for 24 hrs unless you are staying in Himalayas. I had to stay in the washroom for half a day😢

[@AbidSuhail]

@@Divebomb18 sorry for what you had to go through. If the egg shells are intact with no cracks and if you pack it airtight and store it in a cooler place ( like in a cooled glove box / cooled compartment in the car) and/or pack it covered with gel-ice pack, it will stay good gor 24 hrs. I do that all the time, packing eggs like this is an SOP for all our trips. It might sound like a pain, but protein is worth it. Moreover, a spoiled egg will let you know it is spoiled; even the slightest smell of rot occurs to your doubt, better to Chuck it out at once. Also anything over 24 hrs, even if its good. Btw, I live and am talking of southern Indian plains which is warm if not hot perennially.

[@TejusSubbanna]

Few tips that have worked for me and I’ve shared with my circle of influence - 1. (For cars) Recharge your Fastag wallet the night before your trip. Always better to have ~500/- more than you think is necessary for your route. 2. Carry cash - digital payments either don’t work everywhere (network issues, messed up QRs) or aren’t accepted as much as in urban areas. 3. (For cars) - Have a polythene or large paper cup to dispose wrappers, parking slips, etc., Makes cleaning up after the trip so much easier! Also, no matter how what, you will end up getting back more luggage than you packed, so carry a packable bag will come handy (decide on a backpack or duffle based your use case). 4. (For cars) - It’s fine to reach after sunset. Don’t pressurize your family and/or those in other cars to forgo their idea of the road trip. Most modern cars have powerful headlight. Also, night driving is a skill that’s important to develop. On a different note - Shumi, iPads or kindles to kids is a strict no! Even with parent mode turned on!

[@motorinc]

Thank you for the advice and the feedback @TejusSubbanna.

[@PetrolSniffingDoofus]

What's wrong with a kindle?

[@kabbiraam2513]

Here's my cent of something I said that actually helped people Being just over 22, I have had my fair share of friends recently gathering confidence for while driving. What I use to say to them is "You own this road as much as everyone else driving in it, you don't have to be super polite to every other vehicle out there" This helped them transform from people who will wait until all the vehicles in the opposite direction have passed before making that turn or have trouble finding confidence to enter the road from a parked state.

[@motorinc]

Good thinking. Polite enough is enough!

[@MadhuSudhanpro]

Who said Shumi doesn't have a family. We are your family shumi!❤

[@tanishqchand5490]

It honestly feels like he is an older brother and I have never felt like this for someone I can only see through a screen

[@motorinc]

♥️ Thanks Madhusudhan and Tanishq!

[@ayushnegi7768]

So, as he said, you can't go on the bike with him. Book a flight, reach to the destination and then do all the sightseeings.

[@whoisshobhit]

I am up to add (Shumi ka Pariwar) to my name

[@motorinc]

Thanks for the feedback @spp2000 1) We are in no rush at all. Our quality will determine when content arrives. 2) We're working on regional languages too, but again, it's a quality thing, not a quantity or a speed thing. 3) We'll pass you feedback on to Shumi Thanks for looking out for us!

[@anupdoddamane4366]

25:30 Peak Shumi moment. I'd pay money to see Shumi teaching kids how to pack for a trip. :) Make it happen, please!

[@motorinc]

Hahaha so would we!

[@srqf7]

🤣🤣🤣

[@saligramvishwanath1]

Couple of experiences - Oct/Nov 2021 - 4500km MP trip from Bangalore. Vehicle prep was done, all fluids topped up, service done 1500km before. Day1 target was Nagpur, everything going as per plan, 80kms from Nagpur at 6:45PM front left tire bursts out on hitting a pothole. Replaced it with spare, took an extra day at Nagpur to fix it, Ford Service helped in checking and replacing the left-front shock absorbers. Over the course of 15days, was able to make up the 1 day delay. Oct/Nov 2023 - 5500km RJ trip from Bangalore, similar Vehicle prep, everything went as per plan, was running ahead and had a spare day, visited Ujjain on the way back which wasn't part of original plan.

[@motorinc]

Noice! Glad to know you guys were alright!

[@1995tirthankarbala1]

My personal opinions : 1. It's a personal thing, if it's a journey day and on a car, I personally wear baggy very casual cloths to get comfortable because it's 10 12h drive, I don't care what ppl will think at random dhaba, (as some ppl go overboard with dressing) I think the comfortable is one of the key factor in having a good time behind the wheel and it affects the driving. 2. Carry emergency CASH in different bag. (Not in main bag) 3. Leave at 330 or 345 am , i think first few hrs without any traffic helps your mood significantly, and I avoid night driving because in our country High beam is the thing and to me it's very irritating. 4. I think it's also important - if your planing your trip with friends and plan to drive in turns , I think the friend should get familiar with the car go for atleast a short spin ahead of the trip. It helps i think (For amature ppl like us). 5. Keep on eye on passenger if they are new to the car(may sound stupid), because they are not used to travel in car they not tend have miss out some critical things like back seat seatbelt ,suddenly open the in with looking at the back. Rest you guys covered beautifully .

[@motorinc]

Good tips, TK! Thank you!

[@kevinchristi]

One thing I do on road trips is carrying a lot of water. On my bike I carry a 2 x 2litre metal water bottles (Don't use plastic) Drinking water and peeing regularly keeps me refreshed.

[@motorinc]

That's always a good idea Kevin!

[@shantanugadgil]

There are so many "bas kya rulayega kya" moments which made me go "hey, he is saying what I do too" so many times; things like eat everywhere, sandwiches, deodorant, separate bags, etc. etc. Kudos!!!

[@pahulpsg]

When I saw the title, I thought it was gonna be some all-car-all-family podcast that I probably won't be able to relate to. But thanks to Shumi, I was smiling/laughing all the way through the episode. Thanks for representing us 'unconventional' humans who travel solo most of the time, and use the word 'motorcycle' a tad too often xD. And we all deserve a friend like Kartikeya who happily allows the conversation to be more colorful.

[@motorinc]

We all do indeed! Thanks @pahulpsg!

[@danyl.fernandes]

I had EXACTLY the same thought! But I knew that Shumi will "take care" of us motorcyclists! Also, thanks to Karthikeya!

[@motorvoyage_]

One Advice I always give or say to people is, to always be alert, whether you are walking, riding or driving, it helps and it can save your life

[@motorinc]

Absolutely!

[@amateur_investor]

Can you please make a comprehensive video on switching from manual to automatic transmission? Many of us have been driving manual cars for a long time and are either planning to switch to automatic or have recently made the switch. We're unsure about the changes we need to make in our driving style and the precautions to take, especially with concerns about transmission overheating and failures. It would be great if you could cover: * Differences in Driving Style: What changes should we make when switching from manual to automatic? How to adapt for different types of automatic transmissions like CVT vs. DCT. Which transmissions will you recommend for hot places (like Delhi, Rajasthan), for hilly areas (like Himachal, uttranchal) etc * Driving in Different Conditions: Tips for driving automatic cars (especially models like the Hyundai Creta or other cars under 20 lakhs) in hilly areas, both ascending and descending. Precautions for bumper-to-bumper traffic, handling automatic cars at signal lights etc * Running-in Automatic Cars: How to properly break in a new automatic car since you don't control the gears directly. * How to maintain your automatic cars (and transmissions) in proper manner These topics would be really helpful for those transitioning to automatic cars. Thanks for considering this!

[@motorinc]

Hey AI! Lovely reco! Noted! Thank you.

[@kartikaysinghjagirdar1219]

ever since we were little my father always used to plan trips in the off season... becuase he just wanted to avoid visiting places when they were crowded and packed with other tourists... And Me and my brother have grown to love it... the trips were always calm and relaxing... mother would pack allu puri so we make lesser stops along the way... all places we visited in and around the destination had little tourists... so travelling to nearby was fast and easy.... Overall it was fun... Though we haven't gone on a trip in a few years now since first i had my college entrance exams and now my brother has college entrance exams... Hopefully we will get to go one next year once brother gets done... so my advice try to go on trips when its off season or a little before or after the peak vacation time...

[@motorinc]

If you can actually pull it off, off season trips are more fun for sure @kartikaysinghjagirdar1219. Good luck!

[@VivekkumarManikandan]

Please speak about outside upgradation getting the basic model or mid variant upgrade with Alloy wheel Door dampening Screen for car Speakers And much more

[@MuhammedShafiS]

This video helped me with how to do a better road trip and how to raise a family. Thanks guys❤

[@motorinc]

Our pleasure @MuhammedShafiS!

[@shantanugadgil]

Yes, I have done really-long bike trips, and some things I would like to share. (Pune to Puri, Pune to Attari. Biking in Bhutan. Many Pune to Goa. etc) All the trips have been done on an Apache 150 CC and thus are "small bike" oriented. All the trips have been in the Indian subcontinent and thus the learnings are only such. joke: No "Maya Sarabhai" style Canada, Germany, Chamonix, Europe, etc. etc. :) :) That out of the way, the points I would like to share are: * Marz-O-Rin sandwiches to last the entire first day. Reduces stops, saves time! Pack greens (lettuce, salad) or apples. Your gut will thank you the next day. fwiw: chutney for veg folks and Chicken Mayo for non-veg folks. Sometimes I make tuna mayo at home myself. * It is critical to have a common mindset in a group wrt smoking, drinking, rowdy/non-rowdy, etc. It may seem trivial, but it works out for the better in long, multi-day trips. You already covered the transport vs transit. * Paper maps (or listing) with names of small villages mostly memorized, per day. I do a virtual travel looking at the village names two days before departure. This helps me confirm on the road, that I am on the right way! *** I have done all my trips without live maps. * When traveling through multiple state learn the expressions for "hello", "yes please" and "thank you". * In a group bike trip, designate one person to be responsible for the plan; time spots and halts. Designated owner for keeping the entire journey on time. Driving a bike after sunset is no fun. Really! * Every one cannot afford 10K+ Alpine star water proof gear, do what it takes to keep your socks/shoes dry. Plastic cover for shoes, etc. etc. Same for underwear! Packs lots of socks and underwear. * In case of dry (non-rain) weather prefer using light-weight track pants with cotton lining on the inside. * Prefer to use a saddle bag which can be loaded and unloaded quickly, compared to doing a tied bag on the backseat. * Lightwieght bikes, especially with a kick-start are the better choice in mountainous and mud terrain. "Big bikes" are overrated, don't feel less of your bike or yourself if your bike is sub 200 CC For electric starter only bikes, carry a portable jumpstart kit. fwiw: entire of Bhutan (west to east) trip done on 100 and 150 cc bikes (5 of us), it was super fun! * Maybe pre-attched extra clutch cables along the actual location for Enfield bikes ?! * In case of a multi-day bike trip, do lower back strengtening exercises, starting a month before the trip. Do a trial run to see how a team ride works out. For a really long bike trip, try out a Pune-to-Goa test ride. * Pack long-lasting dry snacks (bakarwadi, spicy bakarwadi, etc.) Useful as a quick snack with tea and also for cultural food exchange. Based on a true story from Bhutan! I can still remember the pleasant surprise of the folks when we had shared bakarwadi with them. * Petrol suction transfer kit and a 2 liter bottle (coke bottle better than thumbs up) * In the beginning of road tripping, spend "gradually" on the complex gear. Don't go all-in on gearing up before your first trip. NON NEGIOTABLE MUST HAVES: helmet, gloves, thick jacket (or protective riding jacket) GOOD TO HAVE: Riding Shoes, If not, thick shoes (Woodland style) * Take lots of small plastic bags to carry potentially unwashed/used clothes on the journey. * The total *eventual* average considering stops, etc. on open roads (Pune - Delhi type) will be maximum 55 kmph. Mountainous terrain like Bhutan will be 25 kmph (optimistically). Bear this in mind when planning "halt cities" * Try to call ahead and book the hotel if possible, otherwise keep a buffer of 45 minutes to search for a nice hotel (esp clean toilet) *after* you reach your halt city.

[@motorinc]

Wonderful and very detailed Shantanu! Thanks for sharing.

[@atyt1517]

My advice: 1. Motivation to reach destination 2. Early start, finish ride by afternoon, enjoy place & people rest of day, early bed 3. Cruise 80-90kmph no strain on bike or you, enjoy the ride 4. Break time

[@motorinc]

Good plan!

[@vsr5557]

Tip For the adventure bike riders who are being chased by experienced assassins and hitmen A wide tiffin box full of boiled eggs (takes 6- 7 minutes to boil 15 eggs, store with shell on cuz it lasts longer and ofc wash them clean before boiling)and chapatis( buy from a local vendor) , a jar of peanut butter and a little soap is a easy quick way to pack food that lasts a few days In your free time, tame a hawk or an eagle so it can keep a lookout and hunt rats for you

[@motorinc]

🤨🤔

[@vsr5557]

​@@motorincevery adv rider dreams of this and you can't tell me otherwise

[@YogeshKumar-qp4hj]

Definately a added information on top of your earlier series of touring podcast. I am also a solo traveller on my Yezdi Roadking (old) motorcycle. Things I do is have a small notebook and record all the days event like stops, places visited, spent, km covered etc which helps me look into all my rides and how efficiently I have done and also for some memories. Most of them don't like, but I still do it. I already have completed 1 book. While Karthik covered on road trip packing in cars, I guess you guys missed on topic of luggage on roof of the car. Is is helpful or dangerous on highway? Most of the compact-suv and above come with a luggage rack which is only for looks than function. Please do let us know if luggage on roof of car is advisable or not. Cheers for a great content ❤

[@maniish2165]

Thanks for the notebook idea. I'm gonna try it next time.

[@motorinc]

Thanks for sharing @YogeshKumar-qp4hj. To answer your question, most of the roof rails that we have on our cars are for decorative purposes only. So, please check the manufacturer's website if they are certified to carry loads or not before attempting this. Since this is a variable, it's hard to give uniform advice on this. Besides, most of our luggage for a trip can be carried inside the boot any which way.

[@spocknimoy5372]

Already planning another one which will again be about 6 to 7k.km trip sometime in November this year.

[@kingstonneel]

Another topic I think that should be covered here is the growing car culture in India or specifically the SUV culture. With the amount of congestion that we have in our bigger cities does it really make any sence to drive an SUV around? Or are we just adding to the massive problem and staying that "everyone on the road is stuck so I don't have a problem getting stuck". Initially I used to commute to my office by motorcycle (9 AM) and at the end of the trip google maps used to show me an avg. speed of just 17Km/h over a distance of 27Km. Car would be even slower. I could have reached early if had just rode a bicycle to work. The problem that I noticed was in 90% of the car had only one person in them. Since then I have made a rule for myself where I will take my car out only if I have more than 2 people travelling or need to buy/carry something that wouldn't fit on a 2 wheeler. I mean to say that we should not add in to the massive congestion problems that we already have but try to reduce that wherever possible so that driving/riding remains an enjoyable experience. Also, I strongly believe traffic congestion is directly proportional to Road Rage.

[@motorinc]

Thank you for the suggestion @kingstonneel.

[@OldSkoolFauji]

I am so glad that I was 70 percent there with ‘Need to Know’ bits. Thanks for the rest guys!

[@motorinc]

🙏🏾

[@nishantnanda8404]

This time I made my wife to see this episode too and she was really glad and we both enjoyed the video! Advise I'll add is yes don't take a pillion on a bike trip as much as possible. 😅. Also on my last trip I realised tall windscreen definitely help on highways but in summers and especially in humid places, riding with gear, it would be lot better to not have a windscreen, because I had heat exertion which might have worsened if I didn't find a place to cool down.

[@motorinc]

Useful advice Nishant. Thanks for sharing.

[@VishnuVamanan]

Thank You so much 🙏🏻 I just felt like I am also having a conversation with my own elder brothers! Which ironically I don't have as iam myself an orphan in my family (one and only piece 🧩 in the family with travelling and vehicle related love ) But i discovered iam more influenced by the eldest brother shumi 😅 because iam one of his kind i do everything he does as he said in the episode 😊 Now I have a partner (my wife )my wife who says teach me how to ride a bike 😅 which is very rare 😜 I am happy brothers ❣️ she will travel with me as my first kid .. and there is no issues of getting her a riding gear

[@motorinc]

Wonderful! Best of luck Vishnu... say hi to your partner from us!

[@VishnuVamanan]

@@motorinc sure! 😊

[@rajnishdhull333]

I do that sometimes, just drive for half an hour or so and that's really like meditation.

[@motorinc]

🤜🏽🤛🏽

[@SatyaprakashMohapatra]

Please create a video explaining the best bike with each price segment and if possible also include the best bike for each style (adventure / sports etc) in each price segment

[@motorinc]

We can help _you_ identify what might work for you, Satyaprakash. But we are not going to making generic lists because they work more for search engines and traffic than they do for riders.

[@SatyaprakashMohapatra]

@@motorinc thank you

[@travelerchennai3684]

Me used xpulse200. .more than 3 years...I went solo trip 2023 December chennai to darjeeling to sikkim without carry any spares...always my trip suddenly planned...but carry all regular using things...❤...because of love travel 100% solo...thanks you also solo...it's Plessis ❤

[@motorinc]

♥️ Awesome!

[@airfoil]

Adding some tips for travels in the monsoon would have made this interesting dialogue more complete.

[@motorinc]

Thanks for the suggestion AF!

[@deerajalookaran4137]

So advice that works, try to restrict your ride to the daytime. It feels obvious but there are people who think they can safe time at night. Indian roads are bad during the day, but dangerous during the night due to poor visibility, poor road conditions or even bandit gangs at some locations.

[@motorinc]

Thanks Deeraj!

[@shreyanshsingh6087]

Suggestion: I have friends who have stopped riding and driving because they met with an accident, and they say it’s hard for them to come out. if you guys have some stories of people in the community having met similar fate who got over their fear and started enjoying their vehicles again, i think that would be very helpful

[@motorinc]

Thanks for the reco SS. That is a tough situation. 🙏🏾

[@rpawankumar]

I always prefer to share my live GPS location with my brother atleast before starting long drives... atleast I never faces issues with signal even in remote areas. 😊

[@motorinc]

Thanks for sharing @rpawankumar but wouldn't that drain the battery faster though? What if you do need your phone later, for example!

[@rpawankumar]

@@motorinc location sharing option in Google maps is not gonna show remarkable battery drain as anyhow people are running Google maps throughout their travels nowadays

[@rahulchandru3663]

Its okay to be not organised always 😅. I like to buy things(Plan what to buy) on the journey to destination. Converse with locals and breath through the way is my kinda road trip. Also not being organised gives more things to talk about once u r done with the trip😅. But if you are drowsy, stop as soon as possible and take a break. There is nothing more imp than safety on. road

[@motorinc]

Solid advice Rahul!

[@azael3036]

Check the chain and break pads usually the most common source of trouble on road trips.

[@motorinc]

Gotcha! Thanks A!

[@azael3036]

@@motorinc Especially on mountains as while descending brake pads are usually the parts affected the most.

[@udhaybhanu2743]

Excellent podcast… very valuable content… thank you for making this..👍🏽 Also I needed your guidance in a matter. As recommended by both of you I have started saving up and investing on riding gear.. could you please point me in the right direction about how to go about this? Thank you

[@motorinc]

Thanks Udhay! Riding gear: Start with good basics. Viaterra is the brand we look to for with. You'll want a helmet first, then gloves, then, jacket, then boots and then riding pants.

[@udhaybhanu2743]

@@motorinc thank you very much… I just got a jacket .. It’s from rynox.. helmet which would be ideal. What I currently use is a full faced helmet which I purchased from the RE showroom. Also how do we select the ideal size for a helmet.. please do let me know.. The current one is tight fitting but I feel it’s a bit heavy and strains my neck and head during long drives..

[@authorizedplayer]

Ive done a drive from kochi to nepal in 2008. Things to carry Drinking water Normal water Dry food chips snacks etc Tissue paper roll If you are moving out of state get a police verification go to the nearest police station and let them know that you and your folks are travelling just incase its safe for an enquiry give them your travel plan. Basic first kit Dolo Vicks Thermometer Lomotil Get intouch with your local dr. And get the basic lists of meds needed. Sleep well and a good mood .breathe and move.

[@authorizedplayer]

Copies of IDs. All paper worls checked ok

[@motorinc]

Thanks for sharing @authorizedplayer.

[@tejasdhawade]

Can you guys do an episode or a section in an episode about the physical fitness that's required for long rides?

[@motorinc]

Noted! Great suggestion

[@slademachin1498]

Road rage and dealing with it should be an upcoming discussion

[@maniish2165]

I think Shumi discussed it in another channel. His ultimate point was because we see only the car or the bike ( the helmets). People tend to not humanize us and get enraged. So, even when you feel enraged at the stupid mistake other party made, be calm and let them pass if they are in a hurry. Don't race on the roads. Even if someone is bugging you to race, just take a short tea break and let them pass. Be mindful while riding.

[@motorinc]

Request noted @slademachin1498!

[@atharvshringare2547]

Great episode as usual, just a very petty suggestion. It would be kinda cool if you guys can wind a way to say disconnect together without saying 123. I know this is a very petty one, but this would make it quite cool. 😎

[@motorinc]

Thanks for the recommendation again AS!

[@trekkerashish2872]

complete video is 100 💯 but "leave home" section ❤

[@ignorant6061]

Sandwich is snack for family but meal for solo.

[@motorinc]

Sharing is caring! 😁

[@harissampath]

From beginning to end everything was to the point. This is how a podacst should be. Address the issue, propose a solution and improvise if needed. Experience matters. 🤯 also their journey is really funny. Jealous creeps when these 2 talks😂

[@motorinc]

Thanks for joining us @harissampath.

[@siddharthraghuwanshi3457]

You guys don't know what heck of a video u guys have made..this topic is very important..just finished a trip few weeks ago in May..and it went a bit away from my plan..so points made until 15:00 are resonating.(yet to watch the full video).

[@motorinc]

Thanks Sid! Let us know after’

[@siddharthraghuwanshi3457]

@@motorinc the gems u said in between 48 to 52 about our tolerances,those are some valuable things..on the last road trip to Shimla we ate a ghee poha in a good roadside restaurant but still it affected her health and our joy was a bit depreciated.Inspite of that we finished our trip in a good manner and u guys are teaching me how not to take those silly things seriously..kudos to you for these kinda content

[@manishmv]

29:07 that smirk was Hillarious!!

[@motorinc]

😃

[@Dheeeeraj]

39:20! TUMKUR! I AM FROM TUMKUR! I'M SURPRISED YOU GUYS ARE AWARE OF TUMKUR! 🙌🏻

[@motorinc]

Heya @Dheeeeraj! Good to know!😅

[@gururajsawant]

Thoroughly enjoyed this free flow episode even though it started as cars only discussion but it brought out all the hassles that me and my friends encountered while coordinating be it for fuel stops on bike trips or coordinating on a car trip... Loved it 😂 #ThisConnect

[@motorinc]

Ahh… memories! 🤣

[@Rahul-kp6wn]

I do road trips mostly as solo.. As usual explosive episode both 👌

[@motorinc]

Thanks Rahul! How do you go about planning it?

[@gauravbudhiraja6308]

29:13 kartikeya's smirk 😂😂😂😂😂

[@motorinc]

😊

[@anand3033]

Hi guys, what’s that book you guys mentioned of a couple going through troubled marriage taking up a motorcycle roadtrip?

[@motorinc]

Storm by Noren, Allen @anand3033.

[@ThunderApache]

32:35 that’s twice Shumi mentioned that book😂

[@motorinc]

♥️

[@ThunderApache]

@@motorinc ♥️ he’s literally the best therapist in town.

[@coffeedesk]

Thanks

[@motorinc]

Thank you very much @coffeedesk. We appreciate it!

[@pawankulkarni5811]

This was a fun one! I am planning my first solo ride to south goa from mumbai in August. Any tips specifically for that ride? Even though i feel pretty confident, i want to know if Im being a bit reckless? Because i have only done max 150km rides till now plus it might be raining at that time.

[@motorinc]

Approach it like this, Pawan. You intend to ride, in the rain, a ride that's about 5 times longer than you've ever done. That is a huge challenge but not insurmountable. First, decide if you want to this in one go, or take a stop along the way. Second, discount all the fun routes and look for the simplest route - you can do something more complex the next time. Third, plan to ride at a pace you are used to. Since it's a longer ride than you've done, a pace you know will be easier on you than raising the speeds just because you've a longer distance to cover.

[@prashantcruise]

I am little confused whether to upgrade my bike from fazer 250. I travel many places with this bike this year mustang but with my pillion i am not getting 100kmph on highway or expressway. Engine seems always stressed (not with solo trip) But in city i dont think i need to upgrade one. My options are nx500 or 800 de (800 might be last upgrade) in my life. Bike rentinv

[@motorinc]

Get test rides, Prashant! To us, NX500 is already a bit higher in power than we like - remember Shumi's ride is 2x the horsepower. We suspect that something the 2025 KTM Adventure - about 47PS - should be an idea upgrade for two-up riding. From there, you can jump to a V-strom 800 or something like that two-three years later. If you're in a rush, the RE Himalayan is the best tourer right now.

[@prashantcruise]

⁠thanks, I didn't realize i will get response from team. So i havnt written full. - i had ktm 390 sold it cause uncomfortable for me and frnd did crash on street so it might be frame of something it didn't feel the same. - I love new RE features wise and value for money. But don't want to join the cult i have very bad experience with RE fan when I tell them why i dont like classic 350 its not of my kind. (My inlaws have old and new re) - nx500 is only option left but still I am looking for the options as i have 1year to consider new bike. You guys are doing awesome job for newibe as well as experience rider to help. ❤❤❤❤❤ Loved yiur podcast

[@mihirgovilkar]

While living in the US, we always said that it was easier to deal with the heat than the extreme cold. How many clothes will you put on? Don't agree with Shumi at all about managing the cold.

[@motorinc]

Thanks for letting us know @mihirgovilkar. How do you usually manage to handle the heat well?

[@mihirgovilkar]

@@motorinc Managing extremes is always going to be challenging, whether it's the heat or the cold. I have lived in temperatures of -25 C, and all I can say is that it was impossible to go out even for a few seconds without bundling up with multiple layers. If there's wind, then then the wind chill factor makes it all the more worse. As for the heat, I have never lived anywhere hotter than Mumbai, so can't say how I would handle that situation. But from what I understand of people living in hotter climates, they cover themselves up and do not venture our in the afternoon. For Mumbai's hot weather, keeping hydrated and covering up with light clothes and being in the AC or under the fan, is what I do.

[@sauravkr]

It's a pity, even in 2024, India hasn't figured out that clean washrooms and facilities are essentials.

[@motorinc]

😔

[@vivekmishra6400]

Word of caution shumi, never suggest anyone to put shampoo in car windshield washer tank. Especially Tatas. The motor will eventually fail, and that is a very irritating and costly repair. Put clean water, and clean the windshield yourself every morning edge to edge.

[@motorinc]

Thank you for letting us know @vivekmishra6400. We believe Shumi meant that one can use diluted shampoo when there's an emergency. It's definitely not a full-time replacement.

[@vivekmishra6400]

@@motorinc Now a days you would see those tablets, or specialist windshield shampoos by trusted brands. Even they will eventually clog up the motor.

[@justindaring7226]

Sir, KEEWAY SR125 AND SR250 Ka review le aaiye

[@motorinc]

Request noted!

[@Saidul0_0]

25:32 POV : Every time you catch up with your gang & you are the only unmarried guy in the gang 😐

[@motorinc]

🤣

[@risheekrockz]

Remember the following text: "Watch it for automotive knowledge. Increase your vocabulary for free."

[@motorinc]

🤣

[@Mimolimotimo]

25:36 remove the kids👍🏼

[@motorinc]

😆😂

[@worstchannelalways]

May b stupid to say but... Chai or coffee peke chalo just tat nothing else... Kindof pushes everything out in toilet in nxt 5 mins then no stress of washroom for smtime😂

[@motorinc]

🤣

[@ashishmatta8504]

29:09 🤣🤣

[@motorinc]

😊

[@MohsinKhan-yv5zs]

Ye sunte sunte to 80 km paar ho jaenge

[@kshitijpandey6514]

We need the password to shumi's closet The drip is impeccable 👌 🔥 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 And kartikeya's too cuz it looks too comfortable

[@motorinc]

Thanks KP!

[@arnabchaki9526]

Real

[@nishantkumar8059]

How on earth does Shumi have a wristband that matches every shirt in his closet? I've scoured the internet for those bands, but it's like they don't exist for us! 😢

[@motorinc]

Thank you Nishant!😄

[@rishabhtigadoli21]

He manufactures them😂

[@ub678]

Also that Motorinc logo as a watch face.

[@AS_7419]

Shumi is a legend of automobile industry 🙌

[@rohitsarkar9927]

Best 1 hour I have spent on the internet ❤

[@HrithikVaibhav]

"Chai peeke chalein kya". Had me on the floor laughing 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@motorinc]

Kam doodh. Binna shakkar. With adrak. And then the next person wants… You know what we mean! 😁

[@HrithikVaibhav]

@@motorinc Bwahahhahahahaha. How are you guys so accurate? 😂

[@-SKC]

​@@motorinc😂😂😂😂

[@ayushthakur1849]

Simple advice: when doubt whether you should slow down or just speed past, always slow down.

[@Petrol_and_positivity]

Wonderful episode guys! Thanks. I look forward to the emergency podcast. I’ve been looking forward to it for a while now.

[@motorinc]

Thank you for joining Pap!

[@nayavanthyogi4551]

Me and a friend had a similar motorcycle crash within a 2 month span, but we processed it very differently. My thought process was "I should've been able to stop in time, yes it was open road and that car had no reason to break so suddenly but I shouldn't have been going so fast and so closely to the car, that was my mistake". His was to say "That was upredictable and I did nothing wrong". My advice was "Never absolve yourself, everyone makes mistakes but you can only learn from them if you see them as mistakes. There are a lot of bad drivers in India so you have to plan for the unpredictable, you must retain enough control to save yourself". I don't think my advice reached him but nevertheless I think its good advice.

[@motorinc]

Excellent advice! It’s important to take responsibility. Another chat coming soon!

[@prateekjain5236]

I showed the clip where family/kid is asked to fly to destination and you be on bike she is like ,"you speak their language or they speak yours". 😂 loved it.

[@prateekjain5236]

Every third word is regarding motorcycles. I envy you. Its the best feeling to do something you love for living not existing, but "living". Awesome. Kid's gear, noted, taking kid to racetrack,noted. Will do it soon. ❤ keep up the good work.

[@prateekjain5236]

There is one more channel i would like you to see. C90adventures. That guy is like a wizard for packing, travelling, and engineering. Hope you both check it out once.

[@motorinc]

Say hello to the family for us, Prateek! ♥️ And thanks for the recommendation!

[@udhayahomes2117]

The main advice I told to the peoples is...whenever you see an dog or any animal that will interfere in your way..pls slow down as much you can ...it's the best way to prevent everyone 😊

[@motorinc]

Agreed @udhayahomes2117!

[@MrMegabored]

Advice: - If you're doing a night trip, pack reflective jackets (the yellow construction worker kind) so that in a situation of a breakdown, you can be seen by other vehicles especially if you drive a dark car. - If you have a car tracker, share access to it with a loved one so that they know every step you take and more you make (over and above a dashcam) - Apart from checking your car fluids, also pack windshield wiper fluid. - If people aren't willing to leave at the same time as you, and you're the only one driving, force them to make their own arrangements. - Carry a portable bucket and portable pressure washer (non electric) if you're doing a beach trip. thank me later. - Pack medication for diarrhea, allergic reactions, and fevers. - Fill up petrol + check air a night before. Not enroute.

[@febin_vs]

54:29 :If possible, could you give a proper list of the essential things and docs and that needs to be shared? For example, a ride from Bangalore to Chandigarh then to ladakh? What would be essential docs that need to be shared and how? That was very new thing to me, hence asking. Is there a specific format for this? Thank you!

[@motorinc]

Sure! 1. Contacts. Friends going with you, hotels you are staying at. 2. Bookings. Copies of all reservations, bookings made for the trip 3.Vehicle Insurance, PUC and registration copies 4. Day by day itinerary

[@aathiraa2024]

Hi team. My request is to add English subtitles for non English bits in all future videos. Thank you.

[@motorinc]

Noted @aathiraa2024!

[@Vkwandering]

One adviser I give while driving is do not indulge in road rage. Let people pass and go. Say thank you and sorry when you have to.

[@motorinc]

Excellent advice.

[@samwidu]

Hey Shumi and Kartik, For a while now, I have been enjoying your videos and loved this one too. About an advise I have given to others and one that works for me too: 1. On our long Car trips (10-15 days, 4-5k km round trips), I ask my wife and any other co passengers to pack a separate small bag each for the first 2-3 days of reaching the destination. Example, on our way to Dalhousie from Ahmd, each one of the 5 members in the car was asked to keep 1 bag which they could take out during stops enroute and which had all essentials (change of clothes, toiletries, coffee sachets, chargers). And no other luggage was removed from the car till we reached Dalhousie other than these 1 bag each for the road bags. 2. If in a group, I always insist on creating a pool of cash which is then handed over to one person who pays for all common expenses from the pool. It makes it super easy to divide the expenses. The hotel bookings and toll charges are the only things paid online and can easily be divided. Most of my trips with friends end with all expenses accounted for and each one having paid their share, before the trip ends!

[@devendrafonia1]

One of the most important things while travelling with small kids is to control acceleration and making gentle turns, helps a lot with motion sickness. They're also much less tired.

[@devendrafonia1]

And planning meals, with sometime to relax afterwards....

[@motorinc]

Thank you for sharing @devendrafonia1. We appreciate it.

[@nomadicinside]

Thanks for the beautiful content as always Team MotorInc, here are some of the things I do whenever I go on a long trip(some of the points have been already covered by Shumi and Karti) : 1. Having a trip ready vehicle. Windshield washer fluids topped up, tyre pressures checked and inflated to optimum levels, car tanked up full. 2. Having a rough and flexible plan of what I'm gonna do. Uncertainties can play murphy, so I prepare myself for it. When that happens, if that happens, I take it and deal with it accordingly. 3. Pack stuff up and load the same into the car a day before the travel. The only thing that I carry downstairs during the day of travel will be the toiletry bags, refreshments and valuables(work laptop etc). 4. Sandwiches. Oh yes. It's a great time saver and you get to eat the same against the back drop of a beautiful mountain with the sun rising by, while you watch the traffic moving on :) 5. Keeping that masculine ego in check while out on the road. Our roads are full of egoistic morons(especially headlight flashing Fortuner / Seltos / Creta owners, they think they are piloting some sort of spaceship)with peanut sized brains, the last thing I wanna do is to engage with one of these clowns and ruin my trip. Let them pass and allow them to meet their karma. 6. Stick to the middle lane, except for over taking purposes and keep a steady speed. I religiously keep the speeds between 85-95 kmph while out on the road, even on access controlled highways. How fast I'm driving doesn't matter, how steadily I'm covering miles matters to me. 7. Breaks in between to stretch and increase the blood circulation. I don't stick to a particular number, but I make it a point to stop and do so to escape the monotony of continuous driving. 8. Some good music to keep the mood up and alive. 9. Employ defensive driving while out on our roads. Anticipate accidents as there are plenty of idiots out there on the road. Keep a close watch on my IRVM and the rear view mirrors. 10. Have all emergency equipment in the car. Nuff said, cheers! Regards, NI

[@motorinc]

Heya NI! Thanks for joining us and for the advice.

[@learningphotography4491]

3:27 I think there is one thing that you can try is 1st don't use ac open windows let the air come inside the car so there's not THAT smell if there is one person who gets car sick try to make them sit in the front seat it gets comforting like dramatically also if the seat belt is pressing on the stomach keep adjusting it and don't stay just silent try to talk as much as possible and please throw that car freshner it is the most horrible thing. And you can take snacks most possible I have been suffering from it all my childhood but now I have sort of adjusted hope it helps!!!🤞

[@TalkingPointblank]

I love the way the conversation keeps coming back to the motorcycle trips. Shumi just can't stop talking about bike trips. It's such a fun conversation. 😂❤

[@motorinc]

Hehehe. It’s an impulse!

[@riteeshchinchili8301]

@@motorinc was there a pun intended 😂

[@AnkitRoyAR]

ADVICE for intracity rides: Consistent speed always offsets high-speed bursts. The key to a 500kms-ish ride is not how fast you cover it but rather how consistently you are on the road. Every 30 min brake you take ends up becoming 1hour delayed ETA at destination because traffic conditions there. Plan stops and stick to it. Mood based stops will slow you down.

[@hellrzr45]

Superb video, and I am more like Shumi during road trips more than I realize. Also sometimes like Karthik when I am with family. I want this video to be 2 hours. I enjoyed it so much. Great video, waiting for more episodes. 👍

[@motorinc]

🤜🏽🤛🏽

[@vinodsankaran]

Solo trips- chips and coke; egg rolls puffs and Maggi Family trips : A2B, Sharavana bhavans

[@motorinc]

Noice! Thanks for the formula! 😁

[@atyt1517]

rtwpaul now carries luggage just under 12kgs, including cooking kit, foods kit, hydration pack kit, 4 season camp tent kit, hot cold dress kit, personal hygiene kit, washing clothes kit, first aid kit, bike repairing kit, bike theft protection kit etc... tech gadgets kit, travel around the world with KTM dirt bike which weighs just 110 kgs. so total weight on bike with fuel+ touring setup for world tour, under weight of an Indian commuter bike.

[@motorinc]

Yeah! Nuts!

[@shendesiddhivinayak3]

Another day of asking Shumi where he gets his shirts from? What brand?

[@motorinc]

It's a mix of brands @shendesiddhivinayak3... and we'd rather discuss automobiles than clothes!

[@shendesiddhivinayak3]

@@motorinc I get it. But one can always recommend good stuff. Anyway, your choice

[@dhara1002]

Hey guys! You could consider expanding the tips and better driving aspects into a new series on the channel - maybe something called MotorInc Basics - where you go into ways to better drive our cars and bikes. Stuff from the basics to the advanced levels where you could discuss rev matching, heel and toe shifting, better clutch control, advanced driving and manoeuvring techniques etc. Would be a treasure trove of content

[@motorinc]

Thanks Dhara! Appreciate the recommendation!

[@vaibhavparekh2951]

Advice: 1. When there's fog/rain ahead and visibility is low, turn on the high beam and take guidance from the lines on the road. AND NEVER TURN ON EMERGENCY LIGHTS. 2. In dark, let the car(s) ahead be your guide. Focus on where they're slowing down or dodging. May be an obstacle or a pothole. This way you can maintain speed and be in cover always. 3. Take quick 15 min naps if needed. They work wonders. One time I was to drive for 12+ hours w/o any sleep. 2 naps is all it took. 4. Know whats the fastest your car can (safely) go around turns. You don't wanna overshoot. Also, know how much does it take for your car to stop from 120 to 0. 5. Learn to change the tyre.

[@motorinc]

Covering the basics! Nice @vaibhavparekh2951.

[@IncidentallyEventual]

Best Advice given/followed: For Planned Long road trips, start hydrating consciously, a day in advance. Drink a little more fluids than normal (preferably just plain water but you can go for ORS , fresh coconut water if you fancy), eat light food for couple of days before the trip starts. Maintain the pattern for multiday drives. It helps with alertness and reduces muscle fatigue. For Unplanned ones for family health / other emergencies, just take a bus/ train / plane based on your situation and closeness to your destination. You can do a lot of planning and coordination (When you are not driving) if you are some one who is looked at as an important person/ leader during family emergencies. Or, get some one else to drive if you will need your vehicle at the destination for handling the situation.

[@manutyagi8917]

apologies at the start long story... we were going to parent's home during Holi, a pretty normal 6-7 hours journey that we take every 3-4 months, nothing special..tank filled up day before, tyre pressure all checked and one, washer topped up, all the basics were covered..Delhi Mumbai Expressway was then recently opened so thought to experience that, all was good one hour or so into journey and the car went over something of a broken very small but sharp edged patch, big "khatak" and we had a flat on the right rear. Had the tyre inflator so nothing to worry, stopped on the shoulder put blinkers on and attached and started filling the air but the tyre was not filling up beyond 10-15psi..i couldn't understand why, so i decided to change to spare tyre, had done it multiple times previously, so nothing to worry again.. took the jack out had the car up and tried opening the nut and then horror started.. the nuts were having aluminum cover which have got free on the nuts during the numerous tyre changes with the hydraulic nut opener at service centre and the puncture shops..and so i couldn't open the nuts, now we were stranded there no network, inflator not working, spare can;t be changed.. so then filled 15 psi.. and slowly started driving forward in hope that we will get to an exit and puncture repair shop would be able to help.. i drove stopping every few hundred meters or so filling up 10-15psi and going again.. had to drive around 15-20 kms on the expressway at 5-8kmph before we could finally see some repair shops...but they all had bigger nuts of trucks and buses..was almost 4 in the afternoon wife was getting worried and tired...the guys at shop were very nice took 3 of them and me to get the tyre out using various ideas and things to open the nut..almost an hour it took us, changed the spare and then putting the nuts back again.. by 6 in the evening we were finally done.. i tried to give them some extra money for their time and efforts but they didn't too... 5 hours from the time we left home & was 70-80 kms done and we both were tired so we decided to cancel trip and head back home and but we will nto go back into delhi mumbai expressway as it could again be a puncture and then we would have no where to go at night... then from delhi mumbai exp went to Delhi jaipur expressway and then took the way back home.. reached home back at 10 pm.. 9 hours journey and we were back to the same place where we started.. so by the laws of physics we did "ZERO Work" but at least we were at home finally and able to had some food and sleep.. too tiring a day but an experience and learning...things can go bad even though when you plan and all plans they can fail, but without planning things could be worse... if i didn't had the inflator i would not have been able to move a single meter from the first location of puncture... and as for the punctured tyre here is the photo of that one when we took it out ... drive.google.com/file/d/1piVkgyceS3SdDxXhBHHtxIbPv2tvpzd9/view?usp=drive_link

[@motorinc]

Sounds harrowing! Glad you can look back on it with a sense of humour, Manu!

[@maniish2165]

It must have felt horrible. Yes, the worst things can happen. We can only hope and get ready as much as possible.

[@manutyagi8917]

@@maniish2165 oh yes for sure it was horrible..if it would have been just me I wouldn't have thought much of it or even shared... And this is kind of the emergency situations how to handle we will be hearing thoughts next week on ThisConnect

[@kiransampathnr1]

An advice on family trips from my end: Context: My wife and I are migraine couples (we both suffer from Migraine) and since it is a lifestyle disorder it affects our choices and a lot of things that you do even on a trip. Just like Karthik, my wife and my son both have motion sickness (I totally understand Karthik's frustration there). Advice 1: If you suffer from migraine, I am sorry for you, but you need to learn to deal with it even in trips. Always keep you migraine medicine handy but also try to understand what triggers it. For example, my migraine is triggered by lack of sleep/rest, food, lack of hydration and stress. So what do I do, I sometimes start a bit latter than what I would have actually wanted (so that I rest), I make sure I hydrate and fresh up in all the stops and may be avoid foods that might trigger your migraine or keep a antidote handy. Example, I almost always drink lime soda because it reduces the acidity for me and the chance of a migraine. May be, coffee is your antidote (not mine and you might want to figure it out). Note that sleep and rest is extremely important and if you don't rest well you are ultimately ruining your trip by getting a migraine attack. On a car make sure you roll the down the windows and let in fresh air every now and then (reduces the changes of migraine and as a added benefit, it also reduces the sickness for motion sick people). Always have buffer time, that reduces the stress and which reduces the chances of migraine. Also, always remember why your travelling (for me, it is to reduce the stress). I used to have times when I could not go on a road trip at all because every road trip triggered my migraine. Now, I have learnt that I can work with it and the last time I had a migraine on a trip was more than 2 years back. Advice 2: For motion sickness, carry somethings like a Hajmola or even a lemon so that it helps the person in reducing the nauseating feeling. Roll down windows for fresh air. Drive at a slower speed (especially in a ghat section). You don't want your car to smell like vomit. Make sure you give the control of stops to the person who is motion sick. Like I said, you don't want your car to smell like vomit. Happy motoring everyone!

[@motorinc]

Thanks for sharing @kiransampathnr1

[@virajvrooms]

Waiting for the next episode. Quarrel handling, Negotiation, Police, Insurance, Hospitalisation, Highway assistance etc.

[@motorinc]

Noted!

[@venkataragavansabesan406]

One thing that I find useful in family trips, esp when both partners drive is to not comment on driving styles or speed of the other person. We completely switch off and manage the baby in the back seat.

[@maniish2165]

Yes, finally somebody said it. This is the main thing when there are two people who can drive. They talk and make the other one nervous. So much so that it starts to make the person driving very conscious about their driving. Which is not a good thing. Let them drive, or else don't give them the wheel.

[@thedeathcomedian]

So, I had given advice to a new motorcyclist and it is - "sensible filtering" - this does not mean , stay behind a car forever and follow lane strictly or keep swerving from the left most lane to the fast right lane just because it is free. It's simple, stick to the left side of the fast lane and just near to the middle lane, find the space, keep a watch of your mirrors and filter sensibly. Works like a charm and you actually "feel" like youre moving faster than rest of the traffic. (Used "feel" because you aren't actually, seasoned motorcyclists know what I'm talking about) So yes, find your space and stick to it, you'll actually give more attention, be bit more faster and lot less stress when driving

[@LexValidus]

Shumi might not have a typical "family" (in the way the word is commonly used), but he has an ton of "road brothers". Great episode as usual. PS: At some point please have a discussion on fuel additives.

[@motorinc]

😁 Thanks Lex!

[@schleepysings]

Really important to get as much rest as you can the night before you're leaving, and if you are traveling two-up and the other person can also ride a motorcycle or there are other people who can drive in your car, please make sure to back off the throttle if you feel exhausted and/or unable to drive for whatever reason on stops. Preferably take turns, this way nobody is completely exhausted. No matter how much fun it is, driving/riding the whole time can definitely be exhausting, even more so while travel where rest is kind of a 3rd thought, not even 2nd. Learnt this on my very first road trip as a pillion when one of our fellow bikers in the group crashed on the way to Konark from Bhubaneswar because he didn't sleep the night before, and applied it to my own tour from Ujjain to Badwah (Omkareshwar), a 150km trip (I'm noob.) Me and my friend were taking turns every 40km or so and nobody was exhausted. This really helps on group rides.

[@motorinc]

👍🏽

[@JournalOfACuriousExplorer]

Great tips! We travel as a family extensively in our XUV700. Few of the practices we follow; 1. Sleep well before a long section (say 12 hours driving that day). Inevitably, there will be some accident/blockade on the way, and you will get delayed. The extra sleep will prevent drowsiness in some of our excellent, but boring highways. 2. If we are travelling to one state which is two night stays aways, we have separate bags for each of us, but one single bag for everything that we all will need for the two nights on the way. We therefore are taking out only one bag and leaving everything else locked in the car. 3. We try to eat fresh food out of food courts/dhabas on the way. Even if we pack anything, we stop and eat it at a safe place by the highway. We leave no food crumbs/odour in the car. We don't want to attract rats. Folks in our car groups have had rat attacks on their car wirings. Driver should eat less sugary food to avoid drowsiness. 4. We fill premium diesel from one single brand that has the widest network in the country. Whenever we see a COCO pump, we get a tankful. That way we ensure good fuel always in the system. Also, these pumps come with clean washroom for ladies. 5. Travelling during the day provides greater visibility, and therefore we ensure we maximize daylight usage. 6. If you have a TPMS, you actually don't need anything else. There is a tyre shop next to every pump these days. Avoiding overspeeding, rapid acceleration, and hard braking goes a long way in keeping tyres healthy. Along with using the tyres everyday for 2-3 kms at least. Also, nitrogen is available free in PSU pumps, so why not! 7. You should let the person who plans the best to take decisions. And it need not be the driver. Obviously, the driver's comfort is to be considered. 8. Having a physical map is always good. At times, bike riders use car mode and travel. Google picks up that data and relays it back to you as a car route. Which when you reach the spot you'll find is wide enough only for a bike! 9. Watch out! It's an Indian highway! People/cows/dogs/tractors can come from any direction! With or without headlights!

[@shalinpilot]

Where do you get physical maps for? Also, isnt sugar supposrd to keep you energised?

[@JournalOfACuriousExplorer]

@@shalinpilot Hi, you'll get maps on Amazon, local book shops and old book market in your town/city. Sugar is good only if you're doing immediate rigorous physical exercise. Not required if you're going to drive. Sugary food spikes your blood sugar level instantly. Not good for blood sugar level consistency. Body will have to spend more energy and water to flush out the excess sugar, making you dehydrated and tired.

[@shalinpilot]

@@JournalOfACuriousExplorer okay, thanks!

[@DevikaJoshiPunekar]

Very valuable tips. Especially about the ladies washroom. Thanks

[@JournalOfACuriousExplorer]

@@DevikaJoshiPunekar Thank you. Happy to help fellow road-trippers 👍

[@zakengalsulkar5778]

Can you actually make a new series where you teach new things about how to drive better. But in it pls also show video part of you doing it for better understanding than only just speaking. Pls

[@motorinc]

Understood! Request noted @zakengalsulkar5778!

[@dr.pushpakmali5261]

Always listen to your Father while driving. Please don't ignore him. And respect your vehicle she will love you.

[@motorinc]

Can't go wrong with the basics doc!

[@TheFavoritessssss]

Hey Shumi. Can you please share the brand n model of the paracord bracelet that you wear on your right wrist.

[@motorinc]

Please google "paracord trilobite" He makes those for himself, it's not bought

[@srqf7]

I heard so much about Anand that now I feel like I know him also. Would love to see him with you guys for at least 1 whole disconnect season. BTW this was one of the most entertaining and informative podcasts ever, my 1 hour boring commute became the most valuable hour of the day. Hats off to both of you guys. 🥂

[@motorinc]

Thank you for joining us @srqf7!😃