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A bike insurance policy is mandatory per the Motor Vehicles Act of 1984. If you drive a bike, you need a valid third-party coverage. While the coverage is mandatory, Aditya Birla Capital provides a smooth experience when buying the policy. Moreover, you get complete assistance at the time of claim, so your policy helps you when you need it most.
Depreciation due to age
Normal wear and tear of the bike
Driving under the influence of intoxicating substances
Driving without a valid driving licence
Driving outside the borders of the Indian territory
Usage of the bike in violation of its limitations of use
Consequential losses
Mechanical and electrical breakdowns
War and nuclear perils
Illegal activities
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Bike Insurance is an insurance policy for bikes and scooters. It covers the damages the bike might suffer and compensates for the financial loss.
Bike Insurance also covers damages caused by the vehicle to third parties and pays the underlying financial liability on your behalf.
Every two-wheeler must have a bike insurance policy to run on Indian roads legally.
If your bike causes injury, death or property damage to another individual, you are held financially responsible for their loss. The bike insurance policy covers this loss.
With the financial compensation allowed under bike insurance, you get financial security against possible accidents or mishaps involving the bike.
The bike insurance policy fulfils the legal mandate of having your bike insured. You can avoid legal fines and penalties when you have a bike insurance policy
The premiums of the policy are affordable, and the available discounts also lower the premium outgo
Comprehensive bike insurance plans offer a choice of riders which enhance the coverage and provide added financial security
Short for Insured Declared Value. It represents the vehicle’s value after factoring in age-based depreciation.
The part of claim which is compulsorily borne by the policyholder while the insurer pays the rest.
The part of claim which you voluntarily undertake to pay from your pockets over and above the compulsory deductible
Optional coverage features that enhance the scope of the policy and are available at an additional premium
Premium discount allowed on renewals for not making claims in the previous policy years.
comprehensive plans charge a higher premium than third-party plans.
Higher the IDV, higher the premium
Older the vehicle, lower the premium
Bikes in metros attract higher premiums
Premiums are higher if claims have been made in past years
It determines the bike’s value, which affects the premium
discounts reduce the overall premium
IDV = (market value of the vehicle - depreciation) + (value of accessories - depreciation on accessories)
Age of the vehicle |
Depreciation rate |
Less than 6 months |
5% |
More than 6 months but less than a year |
15% |
More than a year but less than 2 years |
20% |
More than 2 years but less than 3 years |
30% |
More than 3 years but less than 4 years |
40% |
More than 4 years but less than 5 years |
50% |
More than 5 years |
Agreed mutually between the policyholder and insurance company |
After one claim-free year - 20%
After two successive claim-free years - 25%
After three successive claim-free years - 35%
After four successive claim-free years - 45%
After five successive claim-free years - 50%
According to the Motor Vehicle Act of 1988, bike owners must have insurance. This mandatory policy safeguards you from the financial responsibility of covering injuries or damages to third parties in case of an accident.
If you lose your bike insurance papers, ask your insurance company for a duplicate. Also, report the loss to the nearest police station to prevent potential problems later.
Yes, your bike insurance is valid throughout India so you can ride to any State without concerns about coverage.
PA means personal accident cover. This provides Rs. 15 lakhs in case of an accident for the rider/driver. Compensation applies if the rider/owner loses their life or becomes disabled due to an accident covered by the bike insurance policy.
It's against the law. If caught by the traffic police for the first time, you'll be fined Rs. 2,000. The penalty for a second offence is Rs. 4,000, which may lead to imprisonment. Ensure you have at least the minimum third-party insurance to avoid these consequences.
While there's no specific limit on the total claims per year, the total amount claimed should not exceed the bike's coverage. Reviewing the policy documents to understand these details and prevent any issues is advisable.
You have options like third-party liability, comprehensive, and standalone own damage insurance policies. Each serves different purposes, and their costs vary based on what they cover.
If your bike needs repairs, go to a garage networked with your insurance company. There, you won't have to pay for the repairs directly. Your insurance provider will handle the payment directly with the garage.
If you decide to use a garage of your choice for bike repairs, which is not under the insurer’s network garage list, you pay for the fixes and then later ask your insurance company to reimburse you. That's a reimbursement claim.
Comprehensive and standalone, own-damage bike insurance plans are offered for a tenure of one year. In the case of a new bike, the third party liability policy is issued for a tenure of 5 years as mandated by law. If you do not have a new bike and buy the third-party policy, the coverage would be allowed for one year.
Proof of address: Aadhar card, passport, driving licence, PAN card, voter ID, ration card with photo
Proof of address: Aadhar card, passport, driving licence, voter ID, ration card with photo
Add-on covers are benefit additions to your two-wheeler policy that are available at an extra cost. Some popular add-on covers are:
Zero-depreciation cover: With this cover, there will be no depreciation-related deduction in your claim benefit amount.
No-claim bonus: NCB (no-claim bonus) is an amount you receive in a year when you have not made any claims.
Emergency assistance cover: This cover provides you with emergency roadside services such as minor repairs, tyre changes, etc.
Daily allowance benefit: When your vehicle is at the service centre, this cover provides you with a travel allowance.
Helmet cover: You can get your helmet repaired or replaced in case of damage during an accident.
18% GST is applicable on two-wheeler insurance.
If your policy expires before you could renew it, there is a 90-day grace period within which renewal is still possible. If you miss that as well, you will have to buy a new insurance policy.
Yes, it is possible to claim bike insurance without your driving licence with a Loss of Licence/RC Cover.
An endorsement is a document that amends your bike insurance policy terms.
It will not cover your bike for damage, loss, or theft.
You can not buy add-on covers.
You can not customise your IDV (Insured Declared Value).