While our tuk-tuk driving was great fun we were keen to try some other authentic forms of Indian transport to maximise our travelling experiences. Also we weren't sure our nerves could stand too much more tuk-tuk driving for a while.
We had noticed that not many people owned cars but lots had small motorbikes. To blend in with the locals which we were keen to do, to experience the real India we thought we would try a day on a motorbike.
What we found wouldn't have done our image much good at home but it was perfect for India where practical considerations win over style. Had we had the bike for longer we would have liked to paint it a more vibrant colour but we compensated by putting on some bright clothes when we were ready to go. We also put on our cycle helmets as we weren't too sure about the Indian practice of riding without a helmet.
The bit we really liked about the motorbike was that we were able to go fast enough to keep us cool, this counts for a lot in a country as hot and humid as southern India.
Love George & Yorkie xxx
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