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First look: Alpinestars 2017 technical motorcycle collection
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Alpinestars has launched an impressive collection for 2017, covering everything from jackets and trousers to rain suits and body armour. The collection caters for various different styles, and has been developed with improved technological performance in mind. This is not just a range of items for the winter season, it covers all seasons. Prices…
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Review: Carter leather jacket from Bering
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Tested by: Mikko Nieminen // RRP £369.99 // Sizes: M–4XL // Colour: Brown // Info: www.tranam.co.uk The Carter from Bering is a good-looking retro leather jacket: no stripes or big logos, just a classy 70’s style cut, high-quality materials and features that make a difference. The Carter may be a retro leather jacket, but…
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Video: meet Livemap – the Russian answer to the helmet of the future
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Check out this video for an in-helmet live display system that looks great – and where the Skully system failed this might actually make it to market. The Russian inventor, Andrew Artishchev, has now made a second, working prototype of the system which broadcasts essential motorcycle and route data onto two areas on the inside…
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Ventura releases performance pack luggage for KTM’s Super Duke GT
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The new Ventura Bike Pack System for the KTM Super Duke GT has the best of both worlds: a sturdy rack-mounting system designed to hold the load safely and securely, and a range of bike packs that are light, easy to handle off the bike and can be easily rolled up and stashed away…
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Skidmarx launches three new screen options for Honda CBR650F
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British bodywork specialists, Skidmarx, are now offering a choice of three screen upgrades for Honda’s popular CBR650F. The standard screen is a direct replacement for the original item and is designed to be rigid at speed. Manufactured in the UK from 3mm cast acrylic, it fits onto the CBR’s four existing mounting points – no…
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FIM compliant moulded lever guards from R&G
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RRP: £39.99 // Colours: Black, blue, red, orange and green R&G, an official Supplier to the MCE British Superbike Championship, has launched a new range of fully FIM compliant moulded lever guards. According to R&G, the bike-specific and racing clip-on-compatible guards are made from a tough and flexible grade of nylon and come supplied with…
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Arai releases Honda NSR250 special paintjob in Japan for limited range of anniversary gubbings
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Arai has had this awesome NSR250-styled paintjob on show in Japan. It’s part of a range of things all being sold to mark the 30th anniversary of the iconic 250cc screamer. We figured we’d show you the lid because, well… look at it! It’s proper trick. And the t-shirt is cool too. There’s even a…
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Review: Shoei Neotec helmet
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Tested by: Mikko Nieminen // RRP: From £469.99 // Sizes: XS-XXL // Colours: Black, matt black, white, silver, red, anthracite, and various graphic options // Find out more at www.shoei.com or Buy now on Amazon As flip-up helmets go, the Shoei Neotec is among the best ones available. The helmet looks and feels substantial, and…
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Honda Africa Twin gets complete range of bolt-ons from GIVI
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The new Honda Africa Twin has a new range of kit from GIVI. The package of accessories created by GIVI for the 2016 Africa Twin includes aluminium cases, tank bags, windshields, engine guards and more. One option is the GIVI aluminium Trekker Outback range, with its 37-litre (£586.05) and 48-litre (£610) side cases. An alternative option…
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Video: First look at the mid-range Caberg Drift helmet
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There are plenty of helmets fighting for their place in the sun in the mid-range category. We took a quick look at one of the most interesting options, the Caberg Drift. The prices start from £199, but the helmet is packed with features, which on paper makes this a tempting mid-price option. Here’s the video:…
