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Motorcycle helmet paint: Richart review
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Tested by: Tony Carter | Miles used: 3,000 | Price: various options depending on what you want | Contact: www.richartconcepts.co.uk Richard Stevens is an exceptional artist. He’s also a former motocross racer and a man who gets what biking is about. He is, in short, cool. With a capital C. He’s painted most of the helmets you can see…
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New carbon fibre Reevu motorcycle helmet announced
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Reevu has revealed a new carbon fibre rear-vision helmet at the American International Motorcycle Expo in Orlando. Developed over the last 18 months in response to market demand from a small number of discerning sports enthusiast and racing professionals, the quality Carbon Fibre shell is said to offer extra impact resistance. The lid is individually custom made,…
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New winter motorcycle gloves from Hevik
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Hevik’s new winter gloves, made in soft shell fabric, count on Hipora™ technology: a waterproof film with polyurethane coating. Numerous micro pores are placed over the polyurethane coating which keep out water from the outside, yet allow the moisture steam to exit. The inner liner is 100% waterproof, windproof and breathable at the same time and will keep your…
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New graphics for Shark motorcycle helmets
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SHARK Helmets has released three new graphics early, in a preview to its 2015 collection that will be launched later in the year. The brand new designs have been introduced on the mid-level S700 and the urban idol Raw. Raw, SHARK’s head turning, urban helmet has had the Kurtz graphic added, which is a camouflage…
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Details revealed of new Akrapovič exhaust
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Akrapovič has announced a new shape of muffler at Intermot – something the Slovenian company says is a milestone in exhaust technology. The new pipe profile is said to improve the flow of the exhaust gases through the hexagonal shape, and is distinctive with its bold, aggressive curves giving the new oncept a dynamic sportiness which is further…
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New Yamaha MT-125 Tail Tidy from R&G
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The R&G MT-125 Tail Tidy (£74.99) is an essential styling modification for style-conscious riders wanting to improve the appearance of their bike; it allows the removal of the standard, bulky number/licence plate hanger to drastically sharpen the presence of the rear end – how Yamaha’s designers originally intended. Made from 3mm aluminium, it includes a…
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New Moto Guzzi California screen from Skidmarx
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British bodywork specialists Skidmarx have introduced wind-shields for the Moto Guzzi California 1100 (1997-2012) and 1400 (2013-current), providing riders of this versatile custom touring machine with extra protection from wind and weather. Both screens are manufactured by Skidmarx in their Wessex factory from rigid 4mm thick acrylic sheet, with stainless steel bracing strips. The wind-shield…
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New heated motorcycle clothing from KEiS
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Designed specifically for motorcyclists, KEiS use the latest Micro Alloy Fibre technology to provide reliable, uniform heating. The advanced heating elements offer much more consistent temperature than traditional wired systems. Incorporated into key areas, they help regulate body temperature, keeping the wearer comfortable and free to focus on the road. They’re also easy to care…
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Fashion show reveals potential of gold Knox Handroid gloves
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Knox is making an impact on the catwalk after a collaboration with luxury men’s fashion designer Marlon Gobel saw their award-winning Handroid gloves taking centre stage in his Spring/Summer 2015 collection. You might wonder why this matters, but there’s something gaudily appealing about the superb Knox Handroids, reviewed here, in gold. We’re pretty sure some of…
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Helite AirNest Air airbag jacket review
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Helite AirNest Air Jacket | £449 | www.helite-motorcycle-airbagjackets.co.uk / 01132 843497 | Tested by Carli Ann Smith You might not realise straight away, but this Helite motorcycle vest has an inbuilt airbag. In the event that I should part ways with my motorcycle, the airbag inflates within 80 milliseconds to protect my upper body. A CO2…