Choose The Right Bike for Delivery Riders

Delivery rider or messenger has become a very popular career in the past few years due to income opportunities and the pandemic situation that makes food and product delivery service become more requested. Therefore, we have seen these professions grow greatly and also become an interesting career for many people as well.

The most necessary thing for this career is a reliable motorcycle that can take riders anywhere. For anyone who is interested in becoming a delivery rider, today we have 4 tips to consider before choosing a motorcycle for delivery work.

Size of the bike

 The motorcycle must not be too small or too big, for the convenience in the case of driving in tight spaces and for the flexibility when in heavy traffic areas

Storage space

The motorcycle should have enough space to store packages such as front grille and rear grille where the delivery box can be installed.

Shock absorber system

Consider choosing a motorcycle rear suspension system with twin shock absorbers since it will better support the use in the case of heavy loads. Also consider the one with a comfortable vibration system to support all day driving.
 

Suspension

Consider choosing a motorcycle that has good grip on the road for easy cornering and comfortable driving.

In addition to the bike itself, there is also other equipments that are useful for delivery work such as

Food delivery box for storing food or items that need to be delivered as the box will help prevent damage well.
Quality helmets and protective gear for safe driving. Wearing protective gear protects the driver from undesirable accidents.
Other accessories such as power banks for charging mobile phones, mobile phone holders, or a raincoat, etc.

One last important thing that can't be overlooked is taking care of your two-wheel buddy. As a rider who has to ride the bike all the time, it is important to check the condition of your bike often, especially in regards to the brake system, tires, electrical system and engine oil. When changing the oil, you should choose a quality engine oil like CHALLENGER 4T SAE 10W-30 from PTT Lubricants. It is  a synthetic technology engine oil that is designed for new high-performance 4-stroke motorcycles that use fuel injection systems. It improves the acceleration response, saves fuel, optimizes friction control for smooth gear shifting, delivers good engine protection in all riding conditions and helps extend the service life of the rider's trusty bike.

Note: The choice of viscosity grade should be considered under the manufacturer's recommendations (OEMs) and manuals.