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Guardian Bell for Bike

A guardian bell is a small metal bell that riders hang low on a motorcycle as a protective charm against bad luck on the road. OTTAVO sells made-in-India guardian bells and bell keychains with free shipping across India. Orders are processed in 1 to 2 business days and delivered 2 to 5 days after dispatch. New to the tradition? Read the guardian bell story.

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What is a guardian bell and how do you choose one?

A guardian bell is a small metal bell hung at the lowest part of a bike as a protective charm for the rider. To choose a guardian bell, pick a finish that suits the bike and a design the rider will like. OTTAVO guardian bells are universal, so the same bell fits any bike, car or other vehicle.

  • Finish: matte black suits dark and sports bikes; antique brass, copper and silver suit Royal Enfields, cruisers and vintage-style bikes; chrome suits modern, silver-toned bikes.
  • Design: choose the motif that means something to the rider. The winged bike is the classic guardian bell design.
  • Gifting: in the guardian bell tradition a bell given as a gift carries twice the protective power, so many bells are bought for someone else.
  • Placement: every guardian bell is hung at the lowest part of the vehicle, whichever bell is chosen.

Read the full guides on how to choose a guardian bell, guardian bell meaning and uses and using a guardian bell on a car.

The Legend

Why Do Riders Carry a Bell?

Read the guardian bell story

Guardian bell questions

What is a guardian bell?

A guardian bell, also called a gremlin bell or biker bell, is a small metal bell that riders hang low on a motorcycle frame. In rider folklore its ringing traps the evil road spirits blamed for mechanical trouble and bad luck, so the bell is carried as a protective charm.

What is the price of an OTTAVO guardian bell?

OTTAVO guardian bells on ottavo.in are priced from ₹159 to ₹699, depending on the product chosen. Shipping within India is free.

Where should a guardian bell be mounted on a bike?

A guardian bell is traditionally mounted as low on the motorcycle as possible, for example on the lower frame rails, near the footpegs or at the bottom of the engine guard. Fix the bell with a sturdy leather strap or a heavy-duty zip tie so it stays secure and can ring freely.

Is a guardian bell a good gift for a rider?

Yes. According to the guardian bell tradition, a bell carries twice the protective power when it is given by a friend, partner or fellow rider instead of being bought by the rider. That is why guardian bells are a common gift for a new bike, a birthday or a long ride.

How long does delivery take and what does shipping cost?

Shipping is free on all OTTAVO orders. Orders are processed within 1 to 2 business days and are delivered 2 to 5 days after dispatch, depending on the delivery location. OTTAVO ships within India only.

Can an OTTAVO order be returned or replaced?

OTTAVO products are covered by a 7-day replacement guarantee. A product with a manufacturing defect can be reported within 7 days of delivery, and an incorrect, damaged or incomplete order must be reported within 24 hours of delivery. The replacement is shipped once the original item has been returned in its original packaging.