To enjoy unrestricted freedom on two wheels as well as to admire the beauty of the Himalayas, a biker generally needs to be in control of his motorcycle at all times. The forces acting on the motorcycle during acceleration and braking are much higher in the Himalayas and put a significant amount of strain on the muscles around the arms, shoulders and upper body. In addition, numbness in the hands due to prolonged riding is not uncommon here. Therefore, fitness should be your number one priority in order to participate in Himalayan motorcycle tours. And by physical fitness, we don’t mean lifting heavy dumbbells or performing deadlifts, but rather exercising with one’s own body weight, which helps to improve general endurance and stamina.