Archive · 18 Sep 2026
Steelbird Helmets Launches Falcon’s Ride to Umling La
Steelbird Helmets is organizing a special motorcycle trip called Falcon’s Ride.
Twenty-five riders from India will take part.
They will start at the company’s plant in Baddi.
The group will travel through several Himalayan places.
Their biggest goal is to reach Umling La, which is 19,024 feet high.
After reaching it, they will ride back to Baddi.
The trip is planned to last 12 riding days.
Riders will also enjoy music, stories, cultural events and bonfires along the way.
Steelbird Helmets has organized Falcon’s Ride, a motorcycle expedition from its Baddi plant to Umling La at 19,024 feet and back.
The expedition includes 25 experienced riders selected from across India.
The planned route passes through Manali, Jispa, Padum, Leh, Pangong and Hanle.
The 12-day journey includes a plant experience, bike handover, cultural activities, live music, storytelling and bonfire evenings.
Steelbird Helmets Director Kashish Kapur said the expedition aims to celebrate riding, friendships, landscapes and lasting memories.
- Who
- Steelbird Helmets and 25 selected motorcycle riders from across India, with participation from Director Kashish Kapur.
- What
- A 12-day motorcycle expedition called Falcon’s Ride to Umling La and back to Baddi.
- When
- The expedition was announced on September 18; the article does not specify the year or exact travel dates.
- Where
- The journey starts and ends at Steelbird Helmets’ plant in Baddi and travels through Manali, Jispa, Padum, Leh, Pangong, Hanle and Umling La.
- Why
- Steelbird Helmets says the ride is intended to celebrate motorcycling, challenge riders, explore the Himalayas and create shared memories.
- Event
- Steelbird Helmets Falcon’s Ride
- Participants
- 25 experienced riders
- Duration
- 12 riding days
- Starting and finishing point
- Steelbird Helmets plant in Baddi
- Summit destination
- Umling La
- Summit altitude
- 19,024 feet
- Route highlights
- Manali, Jispa, Padum, Leh, Pangong and Hanle