Biking is a great way to express yourself. I would say, any woman who wants to do it, should just do it,” says Urvashi Patole, co-founder of The Bikerni, a women-only biker group that has been encouraging women to take charge of their handlebars and the highways. Whether you’re just getting comfortable with your clutch or ready to conquer off-road trails, here are Patole’s go-to routes near Pune and Mumbai.

For beginners

Hadshi: Good roads, gentle curves, ghats, and wide stretches, Hadshi is ideal for practising balance and control. Ride early, and you might spot deer or peacocks. 
Bordering Pawna Lake, it offers scenic viewpoints perfect for a breakfast stop. Bonus: You’ll pass forts along the way.