Top Features for Performance-Oriented Motorcycles

Motorcycles are the go-to vehicle for office goers in metro and small cities in India. With time, the number of bike riders has been on the rise. It is the most convenient, easy, and comfortable mode of transportation that is suitable for heavy traffic and uneven road conditions.

However, bike riding today is not limited to daily commutes. That is why a lot of performance-oriented bikes are available on the market. These bikes come with advanced safety features along with integrated technology that gives you a smooth riding experience. For instance, all the newly launched bikes from TVS Motors have advanced designs and several practical features which enhance the overall ownership experience.

Let’s see the top features that are must-haves when going for a performance-oriented motorcycle: -

Performance bikes require advanced braking that allows them to stop with precision, especially when driven on the track. Dual channel ABS is an important layer of safety in the motorcycle that ensures that the wheels are not locked even during hard braking. This system is highly efficient in minimizing the chances of a rider losing control due to panic braking. Many new bikes in the performance segment come equipped with dual-channel ABS. OEMs like TVS Motors take the lead here, with its TVS new bike like TVS Apache RTR 200 4V equipped with this advanced braking system.

Tyres of performance bikes have to be chosen with great attention to detail. As all the pressure goes to the wheels of the bikes, every component, including the softness of the rubber compound, tread for dissipating water, and the overall construction that needs to be top-quality for better stability and braking response.

One of the key aspects of driving a high-performance bike is the temperature control of its engine. The heat generated by the engine cannot be managed solely by atmospheric air. Some of the best performance bikes in India use liquid and oil cooling to manage the heat produced by their high-capacity engines.

A liquid cooling system absorbs the heat generated by the liquid, which is circulated to the radiator where it is cooled down. When this process is completed, it is sent back to the system. An oil cooling system works in a similar fashion where the oil loses its viscosity when the temperature reaches a threshold. The oil is sent to the oil cooler to cool it down.

One of the key features of a good performance bike is weight management and its centre of gravity. Another aspect is its design to counteract wind resistance while riding. So, it becomes very important that the bike has aerodynamic efficiency. For instance, bikes like the Apache RT 200 4V are strategically designed to deflect the heat coming from the engine away from the rider.

Always keep these aspects in consideration if your next motorcycle on the cards is a performance-oriented machine. Safe Riding!