Bike modifications can be exciting but can also be illegal. Here is a list of illegal bike modifications that you should stay away from.
Motorheads love their bikes and many people even make some modifications to their bikes to suit their style. These mods come in a very wide range from looking subtle to helping to alter performance, to obnoxious looks and purely styling. Here are 5 bike modifications that are sure to get you caught by the cops:
exhaust
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The use of aftermarket exhaust is illegal in India unless previously approved by the RTO. Having an exhaust on your bike that makes a thumping or rattling sound is illegal and also not very durable. People dislike loud noises. This is one of the bike modifications that will surely get you pulled over by the police at traffic signals and check-posts. The fully performance exhaust is legal to use once it is approved by the RTO.
Engine and chassis modification
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It is illegal and dangerous to replace your bike’s engine with another one. The bike is designed to make all the parts work perfectly with each other and swapping out the engine can lead to a lot of legal trouble. It is also illegal to change the engine displacement along with many other minor engine modifications as per Indian standards. It is also illegal to reattach and add or remove metal from the chassis as it compromises the structural integrity of the bike and is considered dangerous to the rider and others on the road.
Tire
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Adding a spare wheel or side car to the bike is also illegal and is one of the bike modifications that will definitely get you pulled over by the police if it is not mentioned in the vehicle’s registration. It is also illegal to change bike tires to extra-wide or thicker tires as they can make performance and handling capabilities dangerous. They are also very noticeable and you will be pulled over by the police.
Lamp
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It is illegal to use aftermarket headlights and a different color or brighter than stock headlights as it can have a blinding effect on oncoming traffic and is dangerous to use on roads. Using neon lights and LED light strips on your tires and bike bodies for decorations may seem harmless, but it is also illegal as it can be a distraction to people on the road and cause accidents.
horn and mirror and paint
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Using a pressure horn is one of the bike modifications that will surely get you pulled over by the police, and get you in trouble as they are illegal and contribute to noise pollution. If cops are nearby, they will definitely notice loud horns in a country like India, where people use horns a lot. A lot of people don’t even know that riding a bike without rear-view mirrors is against the traffic rules and they can be fined very easily, not to mention that riding without them is very dangerous . It is also illegal in India to paint your bike in a completely different colour. It may not be dangerous but it makes the vehicle harder to track, so it is not allowed. However, vinyl wraps and decals are legal.
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While some bike modifications are allowed by law, the above mentioned modifications are bike modifications that will surely get you pulled over by the police. So, be careful while choosing your bike modifications.
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