{"id":49695,"date":"2022-03-28T05:43:07","date_gmt":"2022-03-28T05:43:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/?p=49695"},"modified":"2026-09-28T08:00:43","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T08:00:43","slug":"motorcycle-photography","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dubizzle.com\/blog\/cars\/motorcycle-photography\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate Guide to Taking Professional Motorcycle Photos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Motorcycles are synonymous with passion and hobby but that\u2019s not all they also stand for stylish, sometimes rugged (read heavy bikes) and sometimes trendy (read scooters) rides. That is why anyone with a knack for photography always gets attracted to taking photos of different motorbikes. Let\u2019s go through some helpful tips for motorcycle photography.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All about Motorcycle Photography <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re wondering what professional motorcycle photography is, well it is simply the art of taking photographs with professional cameras. Moreover, taking shots of moving bikes is called \u201cpanning.\u201d If you have a good camera with a decent number of megapixels and you are all set to take motorcycle photographs as good as professionals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clicking great motorcycle photos also helps in selling them online. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Motorcycle Photography<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s go through some useful motorcycle photography tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use a Quality Lens<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The quality of the photograph depends on the camera’s lens quality. For professional motorcycle photography, you will need a lens with a wider aperture. In simple terms, aperture is the direct light pathway to the camera\u2019s sensor. The wider the aperture, the more the light. This helps in taking low light shots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use Proper Lightning <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you are shooting indoors use continuous lighting. You can use coloured lights around the motorcycle as well. If you have garage lights, that helps too \u2013 you can also turn on the headlights of the motorbike itself. The photograph looks more alive when the motorcycle\u2019s headlights are on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, if you are shooting outside, choose a location that compliments the bike\u2019s colour but make sure the background is not very cluttered or distracting. For example, having trees in the background when taking photographs of a motorcycle, may make it look like the trees are sprouting out of the motorbike. This is also among popular professional photography tips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indoor or outdoor, be passionate when clicking motorbike photographs. Highlight the lines and curves of the motorcycle that give it a unique look. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a Landscape Side-on or Diagonal Photo at Hip Height<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With motorcycle photography, the most common shot is the side-on one. The side angle gives a detailed insight into the motorbike, displays the controls and body, athletic and the aesthetic shape of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Usually, people who wish to place an ad of their motorcycle online or on Facebook\/Instagram use a diagonal photo at hip height or side-on photo. This enables the buyers to have a detailed look at the motorcycle’s structure and style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep the Motorcycle Upright<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Motorcycles can lean over when they\u2019re on their side stand, sometimes this can obscure the important details. To avoid this, always try to keep your motorcycle upright.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Following are the three common ways to keep a motorcycle upright for photography:<\/p>\n\n\n\n