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Student invents universal Allen key set
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Peter Wen, a mechanical engineering student at the University of Toronto has designed a universal Allen key set. Called Telehex, it is just half the weight of a conventional kit and significantly less bulk. Whilst the Telehex was originally designed for cyclists, it is a practical solution for motorcyclists, who share similar space issues on…
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Oxford junior disc lock review
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(£18.99 www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk) The holes in VT750S’ front disc are tiny; far too small for most disc locks to fit through. And, being spoked wheels, there is no point attaching a lock through the spokes as a pair of tin-snips would get past that ‘security’. The answer is the Oxford Junior disc lock. It features a…
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HELD Speedy Tail Pack
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(£52.99 www.getgeared.co.uk) I am one of those bikers that has to carry something every day. Oh, and having two spinal discs fused together means I can only carry light weights on my back. So I need a smallish, but versatile luggage solution that attaches to the bike. The Held Speedy tailpack has been my saviour…
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VIDEO: Furygan Torque Backpack Review 2015
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Resident Mortons Media Group Photographer Joe Dick gives his take on the Furygan Torque Back pack. From its sporty look to practical design, it really is good value for money when you compare it to the price and functionality of its competitors. The Furygan Torque Back Pack spec: Made from 100% polyester Firm outer shell…
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70% off helmets in HUGE Lids Direct sale!
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70% off helmets in HUGE Lids Direct sale! Lids Direct is currently offering an incredible 70% off selected products across their website until stocks last, reductions on HJC helmets right now, plus an amazing HALF PRICE discount on selected Shark Race-R Pro Carbon helmets. Usually, some of these helmets retail at £499.99, but are on…
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Gear Gremlin’s new gas canister tyre inflaters on sale
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New from the Gear Gremlin range of motorcycle tools and accessories, the CO2 Canister Valve Adaptor makes light work of emergency tyre inflation. Compact and light, the Adaptor can be left under the seat or stowed in luggage and forgotten about until required. When it’s time for a top-up, just screw a Gear Gremlin…
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Akrapovic builds this. Awesome future bike thing with no exhausts on show…
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It’s pretty much a show-only bike, so expect to see this at a big motorcycle show in the pretty near future, but it’s a helluva bit of metal all the same. It’s called the Akrapovic Full Moon Custom and has been built by Slovenian workshop Dreamachine Motorcycles with a massive, aluminum-and-carbon 30-inch front wheel,…
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All Year Biker: Cleaning with meaning
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By Chris Moss A lot of us aren’t fans of cleaning our bikes. All Year Biker is though. And they have a specific treatment plan to remedy years of neglect. Keeping a motorcycle clean and in good cosmetic shape can be quite a science. Doing it really well requires the correct procedures and appropriate…
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Feature: Flatshifter gives riders real leverage
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If you know someone who’s not able to get about very easily, but fancies the idea of riding a motorcycle then get them to check out Flatshifter. Flatshifter is a British company specializing in making gear levers, brake levers and quickshifters for motorcycles and trikes. In fact, anything with a sequential gearbox can get…
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New kit: Oxford Products RPJ-3 jacket
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Oxford Products RPJ-3 jacket. RRP: £169.99 Info: www.oxprod.com / / 01993 862300 Brand new for this year, the RPJ-3 jacket is made from full-grain leather and has a 360° connection zip for the matching trousers (priced at £149.99). There is a removable thermal liner, perforated leather for ventilation and stretch panels for ease of…
