When Sarita Ashutosh from Thane, first took to the roads on a Kawasaki KX 250 (2006) – an accident left her with a deep-seated phobia. “While riding, there was gravel on the road due to which my bike skid and I hit the ground. Just when this happened, there was a bus speeding in my direction and the distance between the bus`s tire and my head was barely a foot,” Sarita tells Midday. 

Despite narrowly escaping physical injury thanks to her helmet, the incident left a lasting impact on her psyche. It festered a fear that ultimately led her to abandon biking altogether. However, it was during Covid-19 that she rediscovered a newfound desire to return to biking. “To accept that I got defeated by my fears was not an option for me. Thus, began my true journey with riding.” 

A pastry chef, Sarita is not the only one juggling between a high-octane passion and profession. Diving into the thrilling world of Mumbai`s female bikers, Midday.com caught up with three `Ladies of Harley` (as they like to be called) who recount episodes of adrenaline-pumping journeys.  

Sarita Ashutosh riding her Triumph Tiger