Designing a Motorcycle for female riders India


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Creator/Artist: Paresh B Bhandarkar

Category: Mobility Design

Document: P2 Project

Batch: 2022-2024

Source: India,   IDC IIT Bombay

Period:  2019-onwards

Medium: Report pdf

Supervisor: Prof. Sugandh Malhotra & Prof. Kanika Jolly


Detailed Description

This research focuses on developing a motorcycle tailored for the specific needs of female riders in India, addressing comfort, safety and cultural preferences. Employing a user-centric approach, the study analyses existing motorcycles’ limitations through surveys, interviews and ethnographic studies. Key design features are identified to enhance the overall riding experience for women. Ergonomics is a central consideration, accommodating diverse body types and riding styles. Safety features are integrated to address female riders’ concerns and India’s unique traffic conditions. Cultural and aesthetic aspects are explored to align the final product with the varied tastes of female riders across regions. The findings contribute to a design prototype presented through sketch renders and CAD modelling, with subsequent feedback from female riders. Continuous refinement aims to strike a balance between performance, safety and aesthetics. This project serves as a guide for creating gender-inclusive motorcycle designs, fostering a more accessible motorcycling culture for women in India. The emphasis on a user-centric approach paves the way for gender-inclusive motorcycle design, promoting inclusivity and safety on the roads.