Goa is set to host the 2016 edition of Rider Mania which is expected to witness the largest number Royal Enfield enthusiasts yet. The event is scheduled to be held in Vagator, Goa from November 18th to 20th. More than 5,500 riders have already registered for three-days of action packed mornings, adrenaline pumping afternoons and surreal evenings that celebrate the spirit of ‘pure motorcycling’.
Royal Enfield Rider Mania is an annual motorcycling festival where people come together to celebrate a common passion; the joy of riding. The three-day festival has an expansive line up of motorcycling events ranging from contests to learning courses to live music. This is best exemplified by the learner’s course at Rider Mania for people who want to learn to ride a motorcycle.
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The Rider Mania 2016 three-day extravaganza includes many activities such as:
- Off-road training session, a hands-on training experience available to anyone who rides a Royal Enfield. The one-hour session will be conducted on November 18, 2016, where the participants will be trained for basic riding skills on dirt by experienced coaches.
- Dirt track racing, the most sought after competitive event at Rider Mania will also feature a Himalayan category apart from the up to 360cc & up to 550cc, giving riders a chance to showcase their off-roading capabilities. The Dirt Track Racing scheduled across three days (18th-20th November) of the Rider Mania 2016 will follow the International Sporting Code of the FIM & appendices of The Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI).
- Slow Race, where the slowest participant to complete the track without putting their leg down or going out of their lane wins.
- Another challenging activity is the Maze Chase where riders use their maneuverability skills to complete the specially designed course in the shortest time.
- Hands on events like Assembly Wars and Carry your Bike also add to the fun element of Rider Mania and test participants skill with the bike and build spirit of motorcycling.
- Trials is another very popular event at Rider Mania. With a specially designed obstacle course, it tests one’s riding skills. There will be a special category for Himalayan owners this year.
- Rider Mania will also be introducing a learner’s course this year. A number of enthusiasts accompany their motorcyclist friends to Rider Mania and this initiative provides an excellent opportunity for them to be introduced to the experience of pure motorcycling.
Then there will be a ride “For the explorers”. For the lovers of pure motorcycling Early Risers’, a ride for those who want to experience Goa in all its morning glory, will start from the Rider Mania venue on 19th & 20th November. These rides will take participants to places that highlight authentic Goan experiences, like Mahadai Wildlife Sanctuary, Divar Island via Panjim to Old Goa comprising of a ferry ride before culminating at Vagator.
Film making workshop will let riders with a flair for film making have a chance to showcase their skills with the camera through a special ‘Shoot your Rider Mania 2016’ workshop. Starving Artist Films (S.A.F)’s Rahul Datta will be present at the venue to share his knowledge and experiences with the participants.
Custom bikes have always been a huge draw, some of which are exclusively designed and built for Rider Mania and will be on display. These motorcycles are an expression of the designers’ motorcycling spirit and craftsmanship.
To register and be a part of this motorcycling pilgrimage log on to the official website. Do let us know your views about the 2016 Rider Mania through the comments section below.
Images of Rider Mania 2015 for representation purpose only