Own Damage Bike Insurance

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Get Standalone Own Damage Insurance by Digit and secure your two-wheeler and yourself against damage or loss due to accidents, theft, or natural calamities. 

Own Damage Bike Insurance protects your own bike from damage or loss. Know everything about Own Damage bike insurance to make an informed choice!

What is Own Damage Insurance for Bike?

Own Damage Insurance for Bike
Own Damage Bike Insurance refers to a standalone bike insurance policy that only covers your own two-wheeler against damages and losses. The same could arise due to an accident, collision, natural calamity or even a fire. Having Standalone OD insurance for bike is optional in India and is often included as part of a comprehensive bike insurance policy, but it can also be purchased separately if you already have an active third-party bike insurance policy for additional coverage.

Why was Own Damage Bike Insurance Introduced?

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For a long time, there have only been two types of bike insurance policies. However, in September 2019, IRDAI introduced OD insurance for bikes as a standalone policy to help people cover their own bike’s damages and losses, as a third-party policy did not cover it, which was a major issue. However, remember that this is only applicable if you already have third-party bike insurance in place.

What is Covered in OD Insurance for Bike?

What’s not covered in Own Damage Bike Insurance?

While the Own Damage Cover is great for your bike's overall protection, here are some things that won't be covered

Third-Party Liabilities
Third-Party Liabilities

A standalone Own Damage Bike Insurance only covers for losses to your own bike and won’t cover for third-party losses. Your third-party bike insurance will take care of the same.

Contributory Negligence
Contributory Negligence

Any contributory negligence (e.g., damage due to driving a two-wheeler in a flood, which is not recommended as per the manufacturer’s driving manual) will not be covered.

Add-Ons Not Bought
Add-Ons Not Bought

Some situations are covered in add-ons. If you haven’t bought those add-ons, the corresponding situations will not be covered.

Driving Without a Valid Licence or Licence Holder
Driving Without a Valid Licence or Licence Holder

If you're riding without a valid two-wheeler licence, or if you have a learner’s licence but no permanent licence holder riding pillion, you're considered to be driving illegally, and your Own Damage (OD) claim will be rejected.

Consequential Damages
Consequential Damages

Any damage which is not a direct result of the accident (e.g., after an accident, if the damaged two-wheeler is being used incorrectly and the engine gets damaged, it is considered as consequential damage and it will not be covered)

Driving Drunk
Driving Drunk

Your bike insurance won’t cover you in situations where you were riding drunk or without a valid two-wheeler licence.

Add-On Covers with Own Damage Two-Wheeler Insurance by Digit

Two-wheeler insurance add-ons which you can buy with your Own Damage Two Wheeler insurance policy

Daily Conveyance Benefit
Daily Conveyance Benefit

The add-on cover of daily conveyance benefit will ensure that you are compensated for your transportation cost during the period when two-wheeler is under repair subject to applicable time excess. A policyholder can be compensated in the form of fixed allowance per day or coupons from taxi operators from an amount equal to per day fixed allowance.

Engine & Gear-box Protection Cover
Engine & Gear-box Protection Cover

Do you know that the cost of replacing your engine is approximately 40% of its cost? In a standard two-wheeler insurance policy, only damages caused during the accident are covered. However, with the engine and gear-box protection add-on cover, you can specifically cover the life of your vehicle for any consequential damages caused post the accident.

Tyre Protect
Tyre Protect

The tyre protect add-on cover is offered only to vehicles fitted with run flat technology. As part of it, the cost of replacing damaged tyres with equivalent or near equivalent to the one being used in the vehicle, labour and wheel balancing charges can be reimbursed. However, claims made under the add-on cover is subject to conditions set forth under the vehicle insurance policy.

Consumable Cover icon
Consumable Cover

The add-on of consumable cover adds an additional shield to your two-wheeler. Covers the cost for all your bike’s nitty-gritties, such as the engine oils, screws, nuts and bolts, grease, etc., in the event of an accident.

Return to Invoice Cover
Return to Invoice Cover

If you fall into a situation where your bike is stolen or damaged beyond repair, this add-on comes in handy. With return to invoice add-on, we will cover the costs of getting you the same, or similar bike, including the road tax and registration fees for the same

EV Shield Add-on Cover
EV Shield Add-on Cover

This EV Shield add-on cover for electric two wheeler in India will protect you and your vehicle against any loss or damage to the electrical panel for the vehicle charging point, vehicle charger including charging cable, and offer roadside assistance services specific to EVs.

Zero Depreciation Cover
Zero Depreciation Cover

Think of it like an effective anti-aging cream for your bike and its parts. Usually, the required depreciation amount is always taken into account during claims. However, a zero-depreciation cover ensures no depreciation is taken into consideration, so you get the full value of the cost of repair/replacement during claims.

Breakdown Assistance
Breakdown Assistance

The roadside assistance add-on ensures we’ll always be there for you and your two-wheeler in case of any breakdowns. The best part? Asking for our help doesn’t even count as a claim.

Why Choose Own Damage Bike Insurance by Digit?

Types of Bike Insurance Plans in India

Third-Party Comprehensive Own Damage

Damages/Losses to own two-wheeler due to an accident

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Damages/Losses to own two-wheeler in case of fire

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Damages/Losses to own two-wheeler in case of a natural calamity

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Damages to Third-Party Vehicle

× ×

Damages to Third-Party Property

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Personal Accident Cover

× ×

Injuries/Death of a Third-Party Person

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Theft of your scooter or bike

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Customize your IDV

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Extra protection with customized add-ons

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Know more about the difference between comprehensive and third party two wheeler insurance

What are the Factors Affecting Your OD Bike Insurance Premium?

Your bike premium is mainly calculated by your bike’s cc and your bike’s IDV. Apart from that, the following factors too are considered while calculating your Own Damages cover premium:

IDV
IDV

Insured Declared Value in bike insurance refers to the right market value of your bike. Therefore, your OD premium for your bike will heavily depend on this. So, if your bike’s IDV is higher, the premium will also be higher.

Bike’s cc
Bike’s cc

Your bike’s cc determines the speed and hence risk of your bike. Therefore, the cc of your bike too will affect your OD premium. The higher the cc, the higher the OD premium and vice versa.

Bike Make & Model
Bike Make & Model

It goes without saying that the make and model of your bike will directly affect your OD premium. The more premium your bike, the higher will be its OD premium and vice versa.

Age of the Bike
Age of the Bike

The older your bike is, the lesser will be its OD premium and vice versa! Additionally, the RTO location of your two-wheeler or the city where you drive it also affects the OD premium. Driving in a metropolitan city with higher traffic and accident rate increases the premium.

No Claim Bonus
No Claim Bonus

If you’ve previously had an Own Damage cover of Comprehensive Bike Insurance and haven’t made any claims yet, you can transfer your accumulated No Claim Bonus to get a discount on your current OD premium.

Add-ons Opted
Add-ons Opted

Every add-on is different. Therefore, based on the type of add-on you choose and the number of add-ons you choose, your OD premium will be accordingly affected.

What are the Tips to Reduce Your OD Bike Insurance Premium?

Reduce Your OD Bike Insurance Premium
  • Increase Voluntary Deductibles: Voluntary deductibles refer to the percentage of claims you choose to pay during claims. If you can, you could choose to increase the same, which will directly reduce your OD premium. 

  • Declare Correct IDV: When you buy your OD cover with Digit, we let you customize your IDV instead of automatically doing it for you. With this, you can ensure the right IDV is stated, as this will determine both your OD premium and the amount of money you can receive during claims.

  • Don’t Forget to Transfer Your NCB: As mentioned earlier, you can get a discount on your OD premium with a No Claim Bonus in bike insurance. Therefore, ensure you transfer the same while buying your OD policy.

What are the Benefits of Standalone OD Bike Insurance?

Standalone OD in bike insurance offers several key benefits to bike owners such as:

Protection
Protection

OD bike insurance covers damage to your bike, ensuring repair costs are covered if your bike is damaged or lost due to natural calamities, theft, fire, or accidents.

Add-on Options
Add-on Options

Enhance your bike’s protection with add-ons like zero depreciation, engine and gearbox protection, and personal accident cover.

Affordable and Flexible
Affordable and Flexible

Own Damage insurance for bike is an affordable insurance plan that provides flexibility and comprehensive protection for you and your bike. 

No Claim Bonus
No Claim Bonus

With OD bike insurance, you can enjoy the benefits of NCB, which rewards you for your safe driving by giving you a discount on bike insurance own damage premium for the previous claim-free years.

FAQs about Own Damage Bike Insurance

Is Own Damage insurance for bike mandatory?

No, as per the Motor Vehicles Act, every bike owner must at least have third-party bike insurance in place. Without this, it is illegal to ride on Indian roads and may result in a traffic penalty. However, having own damage insurance for a bike is not mandatory.

Is it mandatory to renew your own damage insurance for bike?

Yes, to have an active insurance policy you must renew your Standalone Own Damage bike insurance annually as it is valid for a year.

How many times can I claim Own Damage insurance for bike?

You can file as many claims as you want under the Standalone OD bike insurance policy. However, the same will depend on your insurer’s policy so you should check with your insurer.

How to calculate Own Damage premium for bike?

OD bike insurance premium is based on various factors, including the make, type, cc, and age of the vehicle, its IDV, NCB, and the location where the bike is driven.

Who can buy OD bike insurance in India?

Any two-wheeler owner who already has a valid third-party bike insurance policy can buy standalone OD insurance to cover for their own damage and losses as well. 

Can I transfer Standalone OD Bike Insurance to a new owner?

Yes, you can transfer Standalone OD Bike Insurance to a new owner, but the premium might change based on the new owner's profile. 

Can I drive in India without OD bike insurance?

Yes, you can legally drive without Own Damage insurance, however, it is risky as you would have to pay for repairs or replacements out of pocket if your bike gets in an accident.

Does an OD cover also include Personal Accident?

A personal accident cover is mandatory for every bike owner. The same is usually bought with a third-party bike insurance. In case you don’t have one, you can opt for it in your OD cover as well. 

Can I customize the Standalone Own Damage (OD) policy?

Yes, you can customize your OD bike insurance policy by opting for different bike insurance add-ons based on your needs. 

Can I buy only Own Damage bike insurance?

Yes, you can buy Own Damage insurance for two-wheeler as a standalone policy; however, you still need to have a mandatory third-party bike insurance as per the laws in India.

My friend was riding my bike under the influence of alcohol, at the time of accident. Will I be reimbursed for the damage to my bike?

Driving under the influence of alcohol is not covered under Standalone Own Damage insurance, so in such a situation no claim will be entertained.

What is the difference between Comprehensive and Standalone OD Bike Insurance?

Standalone OD insurance covers damage or loss to only your two-wheeler, while comprehensive insurance covers damage or loss to both - your bike and third-party liabilities.