Debunking the first night myths

First night is always anticipation and aspiration fully loaded. But one should go about first night experiences carefully and in a matured manner.

In an arranged marriage, there will be too many preconceived notions and too many expectations regarding marriage, in particular consummation. One of the things being the first night myths. Here's a list of things not to expect on your first night

A rocking sex
Come on. Think practical. Both of you are too tired to do anything after all those rituals and the reception. So give each other some benefit of doubt to each other and not expect any rocking performance. Try to be happy even if it were some nice sessions of cuddling and intimacy.

You need to experience orgasm
This also is like expecting too much from each other. Because giving each other the climactic pleasure comes after some time. So allow yourself to learn more on his or her preferences and turn on points and wait a bit for the momentum to pick up.

You need to fake an orgasm
This also is avoidable. Since this is going to be the beginning of your journey to the most intimate moments, instead of faking all types of ecstatic emotions, just be romantic and talk about your preferences and know-how about sexual positions.

You should talk sex
First night is meant to be an ice breaker. So, even if you do not talk sex it does not mean that your sexual life will not take off. In reality, it is not like that. Enjoy those moments together and just chill. Try to spend some cozy moments together and try to figure out each other's likings.

It ought to be the man first
This is another myth. What if the man is expecting some initiative from the woman. So, be open and share love and not preconceived notions that you have been fed with.

Super ways to perfect your kissing technique

You may not believe it, but if you're on a date with a woman or cosy with someone at a house party and things are going well, when you lean in to kiss her, that may determine whether or not you'll be going any further with her.

The perfect kiss can make your girl desire you like you can't imagine. The incorrect kiss can leave you wondering what went wrong. It's up to you to perfect your skills.

No doubt every woman likes to be made out with differently and while it's not a case of 'one size fits all', they all like to feel that the man who is kissing them feels a strong desire and passion for them.

So keeping that in mind, here's how to use your lips to turn on the heat with her:

Setting
Opportunities will present themselves now and then, although you won't always be lucky enough to find the best place. The trick is to learn how to spot and take advantage of those opportunities. It could help you end up with a lovely, long term relationship.

Don't be shy. The next time you two are together in public, but in a place where you'll are relatively alone, maybe near the sea the shore at sunset, or even stopped parked in the car during an evening drive, sense the mood and hold her. Give her a soft, moist kiss for a few seconds.

Not only will you be thought of as spontaneous, but the right setting will give her romantic notions a serious kick, and she will cherish that moment.

And while you're kissing her. Don't go too fast and try to feel her breasts up or put your hands in her pants immediately. That's an amateur move. She'll pull away.

Instead, be the romantic stud of her dreams. Caress her back slowly, hold the small of her waist, gently cup her face with both hands. As her passion increases, intertwine your fingers with hers. Make her feel several sensory inputs of pleasure.

The right energy
You might have seen many mushy films, but remember that this is not a Mills & Boon book or a soap opera. Don't be dramatic or she might burst out laughing. The important thing is to deep kiss her passionately and make her feel like she's the only woman in the world who matters to you.

If things are going good, you can slowly pull back, stop kissing her and look at her before she moves in to continue again. When she comes in, let your lips lightly brush hers.

Explore
Long durations of kissing on the mouth solely can get boring. Feel free to kiss other parts of her face like her earlobes, cheeks, eyebrows, or even just one lip at a time.

Then when her breathing increases and you feel her responding very well, that's when you should move down to her neck, collarbone, shoulders, and her hands and wrists. Make sure that you show her that you desire her.

Don't focus just on her lips. Probe inside her mouth and massage her tongue with yours. You will find her doing the same thing. Do not bite her lips and definitely don't suck her tongue or lips. And avoid stupid soap opera type kisses where you constantly sway your head from side to side. Follow these moves when you are next having a romantic evening with your girl.

5 Things that women love in men

While men ogle women and start forming their opinion, women too notice a few primal things in men as soon as they see them, and this first unspoken impression opens the door for future communication. We give you five tips to make that first impression count.

Physical appearance
Your physique or physical build is the primary feature that any woman notices within a few seconds of seeing you. This includes everything from height to weight, features, hair, eyes and more. So, guys spend some time at the gym to stay healthy inside out. And, don't forget about personal grooming. Please keep your hands and nails clean, for instance.

Style sense
In next few seconds, your fashion and style sense is on her scanning radar. The way you dress up speaks a lot about your personality. This doesn't mean that you have to look like a movie star all the time, but avoid making silly fashion mistakes like wearing sport shoes on formal pants. You may not know, but she will notice all these things and more.

Confidence
Women love bold, upfront and confident men who have opinion and views. During initial conversation, she tries to know how confident you are and how you approach things, positively or negatively. Accordingly, they get positive or negative vibes from you. Be positive and humble while talking to a woman and put forward your point too. However, don't try to lead a conversation, have a conversation with her. Don't try to act smart.

Communication
Women label you boring if you can't keep up the conversation. So, leave those one-liners, hold her attention and make the session lively. The more you communicate, the more she will know about you. She might notice your communication skills, so be yourself and avoid arrogance.

Sense of humour
Women love guys who have a good sense of humour and who can make them laugh. They are quite popular with women and they feel comfortable and candid with such men. Start the first conversation on a light and funny note to churn out the positive results. Avoid dirty jokes during first conversation and earn bonus points with healthy humour.

The amazing history of the Indian scooter!

How the unassuming two-wheeler became India's favourite ride

Scooters have run long ways all over the world, ever since they hit the road for the first time during World War II. Though the first scooter to have hit the roads was manufactured and introduced in the United States, Italy is where two wheelers got a new lease of life. The WWII had rendered the Italian roads pitifully destroyed. Scooter, being tiny and easy to drive, turned out to be the most-used form of transport.

India had its first set of scooters in 1948, when Bajaj Auto imported the Vespa scooters. And there has been no stopping for scooters' run in India after that.

Ever since scooters were introduced in India, they formed a major part of the Indian automobile industry. When the first scooters were launched in India, the response was overwhelming. Though Indian customers did not have many options to choose from, since not many variations were introduced, sales were awesome. Today, considering the global scenario, India tops the production and sales of scooters.

For the average Indian commuter, two-wheelers happen to be the most convenient option. So far as their production goes, India stands second in the world, next only to China. In terms of sales India ranks number two, after Japan. Considering the high and ever increasing traffic in Indian cities, and the ease with which scooters can be driven, it is pretty obvious why India has one of the biggest markets for scooters. The comparatively lower prices of scooters, vis-a-vis bikes, make them a cost-effective option for daily commuting for millions of Indians.

Let's now catch a quick overview of the journey of this awesome form of two-wheeler in India, right from the beginning, through the ups and downs, till date.

As mentioned earlier, it was in the year of 1948 that the first set of scooters was introduced. Bajaj Auto happens to be the first Indian scooter dealers, trading in imported Vespa Scooters. Scooter production within the country started in the early fifties, as API (Automobile Products of India) ventured into manufacturing them.

By 1958, Indian roads already had considerable number of scooters running on them. API and Enfield emerged as major scooter manufacturers. Bajaj started producing scooters in India only in 1960. However, they were not independent manufacturers like their counterparts. Bajaj Auto worked in collaboration with Piaggio, the Italian scooter manufacturer. The alliance lasted a little over a decade, and terminated in 1971.

The popularity of scooters was moderate from the 70s till the mid-80s. The craze that was marked in the initial years, after 1948, was missing. However, the popularity of the other types of two-wheelers was on the increase. In the 70s bikes emerged in various stunning models, catching attention of aspiring buyers, and thereby, grabbed the target market. This was the time when the future of scooters in India seemed to be at stake, since most people who wanted to buy two-wheelers, preferred bikes to scooters.

The popularity of the scooters was on the rise again in the mid-80s, when the Indian automobile market for two-wheelers started welcoming foreign manufacturers. This was, in fact, a revolutionary phenomenon in the Indian automobile industry for two wheelers. Manufacturers employed smart strategies to spot target market. Instead of targeting all aspiring buyers they designed and manufactured scooters meant for the young women and older men.

It is at this stage that a gearless scooter was launched by Kinetic in collaboration with Honda, the popular Japanese automobile manufacturer. Since this model and its variants were extremely easy to drive, they became immensely popular right away. The earlier models lost a big share of buyers as the elderly or the young women found driving difficult. The gearless model grabbed this market effectively.

The success of Kinetic inspired TVS, and Hero to introduce their own variants.

Today automobile giants like Hero MotoCorp, Honda, TVS, Suzuki, and Yamaha rule the scooters market in India. Honda took the scooter market to a different dimension as it introduced Honda Activa, a gearless scooter in 2000. With this model it surpassed other popular scooter manufacturers like Kinetic, Bajaj, and TVS.

Inspired by Honda's immensely significant launch, other manufactures have also introduced their own variants. Some such models that have come to be popular are Hero MotoCorp's Pleasure and Maestro, TVS's Scooty Pep, Suzuki's Access, and Yamaha's Ray.

What is most extraordinary about these latest models is that a significant share of their customers is India's youth, mostly college students, though the target customers are the young women and the older generation. Now that the city roads are becoming more and more crowded, chances are high scooters will soon replace bikes, and rule the city roads.   

The history of Vespa

When the roads of Italy were left damaged and hurt after World War II, and the city was struggling with crippled economy, Enrico Piaggio came to the rescue. Enrico did not hesitate for a moment to leave his long term aeronautical expertise and jump into the well-being of the residents of Italy.

Piaggio was determined to do something for the need of the hour; and his venture resulted in the introduction of the Vespa in the mid 1940s. The first ever model of Vespa was the 98cc MP5 Paperino (Moto Piaggo 5).

Enrico was not very impressed with the current model. He wanted something which is smooth to run, comes handy and doesn't make a hole in the pocket. D'Ascanio, the famous automobile engineer, came up with a unique design that had initiated revolutionary changes in motor scooters.

D'Ascanio

He came up with MP6 which had the engine placed near the rear wheel. This innovative designed made Enrico exclaim out of excitement "It looks like a Wasp" and that was the moment when Vespa got its name.

After the success of Vespa MP6 Prototype, the company never looked back. It kept on producing one splendid model after another. The trend continued with the models Vespa 98, 98 II series.

With the model Vespa 98 Corsa, Enrico introduced the first ever sporty looking bike that charmed and admired by people for its versatility. Piaggio introduced Vespa Circuito 125 in the late 40s. This model doesn't only look sporty; the powerful 125 cc engine won the race for Joseph Cau in 1950.

Piaggio had confidence in changing the way scooters were. Vespa 125 became the role model for riding and romancing around!

After watching Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck together enjoying the rides on the Vespa two-wheeler, it became quite a trend to ride a Vespa. Available at $110, the Vespa 125U model became the most selling Vespa ever. The U in the model stood for utility.

After the stardom, Piaggio planned to bring a scooter which not only looked better but made lesser noise and better performance. Then came the Vespa 150GS, with a quieter engine and much better performance.

When Piaggio had success on its feet, the company planned to bring a car under Vespa. The hard work and dedication of D'Ascanio brought the Vespa 400, a small car with two stroke engine, which became popular instantly.

In the 1960s Vespa became extremely popular; everyone loved it. Vespa 50 came with an attractive slogan 'Young, Modern and Without Documents'.

Under the legal act, it was fine to drive a two wheeler for anyone above the age 14. Vespa 125 Primavera was the model which actually stuck the cord in the young. It was made for those youngsters who didn't want to miss the party because of the lousy traffic.

The Vespa Rally 200 was the model which made people go gaga after it's extremely powerful engine of 200 cc. More than 41,700 bikes were manufactured and sold. People went for pre-booking and though it took months to get the delivery still they waited, because it was a Vespa.

Vespa 50 Special Revival was a special edition bike. Only 3,000 units were manufactured. This limited edition bike was exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art in New York.

In 1996, two bikes were introduced -- Vespa ET2 and Vespa ET4.

These masterpieces still hold that old delicate charm, but the comfort and performance have gone way too higher, compared to those in the old times. The ET4, new generation bike comes with four-stroke 125 cc engine. Both the models were introduced with FAST (Fully Atomised Stratified Turbulence).

In 2007, Vespa introduced the MP3, which was a concept vehicle with two front wheels and single rear wheel, which also supported advanced suspension, while fuel injection was computer controlled. When Vespa celebrated its 50th anniversary in the year 1996, it had already sold over fifteen million units of Vespa.

It's not only about those old days; even today if you roam around the streets of Italy you will get the buzz from Vespa scooters almost everywhere. Vespa reminds of Italy, and sometimes, it becomes the symbol of romance after Audrey Hepburn made us fell in love with the city and the bike.

Vespa never really thought about investing money for promoting the brand through celebrity endorsement... In fact, the bike was a celebrity in itself; it needed no introduction. Even though critics says it could have earned greater repute and reached a different dimension if it had some celebrity brand ambassadors, Vespa chose to keep its popularity by its demand and performance instead of celebrity endorsements.

Riding a Vespa is sheer joy, a feeling of being young again and letting yourself go. Vespa faced financial crisis in the '80s and '90s and it made the company switch ownership several times. The best part is, despite the changes in ownerships, the name of Piaggio and Vespa still stand strong.

Top 5 electric bike makers in India

Shubhananda Bera 

Electric bikes have been popular in India for a while now and have been running quite successfully. The top 5 electric bike companies include Ampere Vehicles, Hero Ultra, Yo Bikes, ACE Motors and Eko Vehicles. Here are the best models in the market right now.

Hero Ultra

Hero Exports Private Limited (HE), an affiliate of Hero Cycles Ltd has taken up a joint venture with Ultra Motor Company (UMC), a global electric vehicle company based in UK. The new venture has produced two new models -- Velociti an electric scooter with extra speed, and Optima, an electric scooter with extra range.

Velociy, priced at Rs 34,000 (ex-showroom Delhi) is available across selected showrooms in north, west and southern parts of India initially. It targeted mainly the 28 year plus -- the evolved commuters.

Velociti is available in two colour options: Silver and Burgundy.

On the other hand, Optima is a new addition to the already existing range of seven models of basic electric scooters of Hero Ultra.

Hero is one of the leading cycle manufacturing companies in India. In case of electric bikes too, Hero has become one of the leading sellers in India. Manufactured with a high power engine and an extended battery backup, Hero has captured the market for electric bikes in India.

Ampere Vehicles

Ampere Vehicles Pvt Ltd., located in Coimbatore was established in 2008 and is now reputed as one of the top five electric bike manufacturing companies in India. The vehicles produced by the company are cost effective and of high quality. What's more? They look stylish and they perform well.

Ampere Vehicles is known to provide electric mobility solutions for people from all walks in Asia and beyond. The company has an assembly line in its manufacturing facility at Sulur, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India. It has been able to establish wide network of partners and associates all over the state within a short period of time.

Their electric bikes can be seen in all metros and the other tier one cities in India.

Various models produced by the company includeAbhi, Adya, Angel, Aditi, Bobo Retro, Buddy, E-Puller, E-Trollery, EM Truck, LC4, Mitra, Pearl, Prince, Trishul, V60, Visva DD and Zeal.

Yo Bykes

In 2006 Electrotherm (India) Ltd, was the first to introduce electric scooter with the brand name of Yo Bykes. It offers the most economical, eco-friendly, easy and safe mobility solution. Bikes are powered with electric drivetrain where BLDC motor and rechargeable batteries replace the conventional engine.

Bikes produced by the company consist zero tail pipe emission, and therefore, do not create air pollution (0 per cent carbon dioxide emission) and noise pollution.

The bikes are economical, with highest speed limit of 55kmph. These electric bikes are safe for city riding conditions, while the feature ample storage space with lock to store valuables.

Yo Bykes provides wide range of models to choose from. The no-license category includes Yo Electron (Rs 22,200 at Delhi Ex-showroom), Yo Style ( Rs 25,000 at Delhi Ex-showroom) and Yo Xplor (Rs 31,705 at Delhi Ex-showroom).

Extended range variant available with Yo Electron and Yo Style. The high-speed category includes Yo Spark (Rs 34,000 at Delhi Ex-showroom) and YO EXL (Rs 37,500 at Delhi Ex-showroom)

Eko Vehicles

They were the first company to introduce electric bikes to the Indian subcontinent.

Based out of Bangalore, the company mainly deals with battery-operated bikes in India.

Two of its models include Eko cosmic (Rs 23,000 at Ex-showroom Bangalore) and Eko Ev (Rs 21,000 at Ex-showroom Bangalore).

ACE Motors

Located at Pune, ACE Motors is primarily involved in manufacturing electric bikes like E-Trendy and E-Sports, and are getting impressive response from the market. Both of these electric bikes priced at Rs 26,500 and run 200 km on a 6-8 hour charge.

These two-wheelers are assembled with technical assistance from Changtong E Bike Company Ltd of China. Having established a liaison office in China, the company has started taking in export orders from Amsterdam, Germany and other European nations.

Initially, two models E-sports and E-trendy were manufactured in India with the technical assistance from Changtong E Bike Company, one of China's leading electric bike manufacturers.

The bikes launched featured rechargeable battery that promises to run between 60-70km for a charge that would cost no more than just Rs 4.50.

The brand NEW Royal Enfield Bullet 500

he Bullet 500 is here and we are all drooling already!

When you think of the Royal Enfield Bullet bikes you get that nostalgic feel, which has always made this classic bike a winner, of the fifties and sixties. We all are probably aware of the history that goes with the legend of Royal Enfield; the British army used it in the sixties to trod on and through the rough and tough routes.

The new Royal Enfield Bullet 500 launched on April 12, 2013 has been priced at a whopping price of Rs 1,53,855 (on road price for Delhi). What is most fascinating about the model is that this time the company has kept the traditional 'Tiger Eyes' look alive with an all new refreshing and sturdier model.

Apart from all the traditional features, the motorcycle is a delight for both the rider and pillion with comfortable seating. It features a new pillion grab rail, which is aesthetically designed like a backrest to cushion an impact. The front wheel comprises of a disc brake while the rear comprises of a drum.

The new model is a highly modernised version of the legendary original machine, and continues to maintain its aristocratic lineage

Engine

Royal Enfield Bullet features a 499 cc, four stroke, single cylindered, twin-sparked, air cooled engine, which adds muscle to the specifications of this bike. Moreover, it offers a displacement of 84mm x 90mm.

The compression ratio offered by Bullet 500 is about 8.5:1, and comes with a maximum power output of 26.1 bhp at 5100 rpm, with a peak torque of 40.9 Nm at 3800 rpm.

The ignition system has a TCI unit, and the clutch is both multi-plated and wet. Last but not the least, while the gearbox supports a heavy duty 5 Speed Constant Mesh, the engine offers the options of both an electric, as well as kick star

Dimensions

The wheelbase is about 1370 mm, and comes with a ground clearance of 135 mm.

The length of the bike is about 2140 mm while the width being 810 mm (without mirror).

Further, the bike measures 1110 mm (without mirror) in height, and has a kerb weight (with 90 per cent fuel) of 193 kg. Moreover, it has a fuel capacity of 13.5 litres, for an extended run.

Chassis and suspension

The Enfield Bullet 500 is one of its own types and comes with a single downtube, using the engine as the stress member.

The front suspension is about 130 mm, and is telescopic in nature, and offers a comfortable travel, while the rear suspension is about 80 mm, and consists of a twin gas charged shock absorber, offering a shock-free travel.

Overview

Although the new release of Bullet 500 has come as a surprise to Bullet freaks, everyone was expecting the much awaited 'cafe racer' to be launched a lot sooner. However, the good news is that the delay has not disappointed any of its fans and is reportedly being enjoyed by aspiring riders. One look and you'll know why it's been named as 'Classic'. It's a perfect blend of the modern and vintage styling.

It comes with a classic styled round headlamp and visible steel springs. The powerful bullet 500 sports 18" spoke wheels and a cool fuel tank with post war graphics. The thigh pads and the single saddle seat equipped with springs give this bike an extra benefit.

Moreover, the Royal Enfield has given a traditional look to the front number plate to maintain its sanctity.

The New Variants of Classic 500 are the Royal Enfield Classic 500 Chrome, and the Royal Enfield Classic 500 Desert Storm. Although both the variants are same in terms of engine and other tech specs, the classic chrome 500, features an all-over chrome finish, while the Classic Desert Storm 500 comes in a light brown shade with a matte finish.

The Classic Chrome has been priced at Rs 1.65 lakh, which is about Rs 10,000 more than the regular variant of Classic 500.

The Classic Desert Storm has been priced at Rs 1.58 lakh, which is about Rs 3,000 more than the regular variant of Classic 500. However, both the variants are powered by a 499cc, single cylinder engine which generates a maximum power of 27.2 Bhp at 5250 rpm and offers a peak torque of 41.3 Nm at 4000 rpm.

The Classic 500 Chrome is available in two shades: black and royal maroon. On the other hand, the Classic 500 Desert Storm is available in only one shade: light brown with matte finish.

There is one more variant of Classic 500 known as the Classic Military 500. However, it shall not be launched in India because the green shade is reserved for the Indian Army only.

The Bullet, since ages has been known as the bike for the rough riders, who mostly like to ride solo. The space and comfort level of the Classic Bullet 500 is addictive and this bike returns a fuel economy of around25-30 kms/litre in city conditions, while on highways, its mileage ranges between 32-35 kms/litre.

Undoubtedly, the Royal Enfield Classic 500 has no competitor in the Indian bike market. Exclusivity is the biggestUSP of this bike. Moreover, the performance and the ride quality of this bike, makes it most distinctive. We feel it's a complete value-for-money bike, and should be the first choice of the grown-up boys