Shooting an awesome motorcycle video or capturing the perfect photo might sound easy, but in reality, it's much more challenging than you'd expect.

Even when attempting to snap an ideal picture, it involves spending a considerable amount of time positioning yourself from various angles.

Getting that perfect shot often feels like a stroke of luck, and repeated attempts may not guarantee the desired outcome.

The main reason behind this challenge is the inherent complexity of motorcycles.

As representatives of modern engineering, motorcycle structures are intricate, with components like the engine, frame, tires, forks, handlebars, and shock absorbers, each composed of different materials and unique shapes.

Capturing each detail effectively requires a nuanced understanding of lighting.

If you're shooting indoors, opt for a dark, studio with a subdued color palette. Given the size of motorcycles and the need for ample space to set up equipment, you must choose a spacious location.

To mitigate the noise generated by the motorcycle's engine, it's advisable to select a soundproof or less crowded venue for filming.

For outdoor motorcycle photography, it's essential to convey a sense of extreme speed, transcendence, freedom, and adventure.

Careful scene selection is crucial, as it should align with the primary subject. For instance, a motorcycle amidst a field of flowers might not exude the desired heroic aura but would be better suited for a family or women's bikes.

Capturing a sense of motion in your motorcycle photos requires a specific technique.

Photographers should securely hold the camera with both hands, aligning the camera's viewfinder with the motorcycle's direction and matching its speed.

The shutter button should be pressed as the motorcycle moves towards you.

Consider these important points:

1. Start following the motorcycle with your camera, pressing the shutter halfway to achieve a ready-to-shoot state. When you're ready for the exposure, gently press the shutter again.

2. Maintain a stable stance with your feet and pivot your camera using your shoulders. Ensure a smooth rotation.

3. Keep the camera turning while pressing the shutter to maintain the sense of motion.

Using a 35mm SLR camera with a lens focal length of over 100mm or a zoom lens is ideal. Set the shutter speed between 1/60 to 1/250 seconds, adjusting it to the motorcycle's speed.

Avoid getting too close to the motorcycle as it can make focusing during tracking difficult. Prior focus adjustments and an aperture around F11 are recommended.

Both the photographer and motorcyclist should ensure safety, especially when shooting in corners or open areas.

To enhance the dynamic feel, you can use foreground elements like grass and take a top-down perspective with the ground as the background.

If you wish to convey a dusty atmosphere, consider a bare field, and play with backlight or side backlight to set the mood. When the motorcycle's wheels can kick up water from the ground, it adds an extra level of dynamism to your shots.