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GlobeBusters leave London for Bangkok
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Double Guinness World Record holder Kevin Sanders is leading a group of ten motorcyclists on a 13,000 mile long overland expedition from London to Bangkok. Leaving London’s Ace Cafe on Saturday 3rd May, they are due to arrive in the Thai capital at the end of July. The team has a truly international feel,…
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New aftermarket motorcycle clutch kits from Gecko
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Internet parts specialist Wemoto stocks an ever-expanding range of Gecko motorcycle clutch friction plates, covering a wide range of road, off-road, adventure and custom motorcycles and selected ATVs. Manufactured to original equipment specifications, Gecko clutch kits use high-quality replacement friction plates that provide optimum performance and exceptional value for money. So they bite hard for…
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Electric motorcycle breaks 200km ‘tank range’
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Austrian electric motorcycle company Johammer has built a cruiser that can, reportedly, complete more than 200km (125 miles) to a charge – equivalent to modern conventionally fuelled motorcycles. The hub-centre steered machine’s batteries give a guaranteed 200,000km (125,000 mile)/four year lifetime without dropping below 85% of peak battery efficiency. It also does away with…
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Full CE-approval for Knox Orsa Leather summer gloves
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To achieve certification to EN13594:201, the Orsa Leather Motorbike Gloves had to pass 15 separate tests assessing – amongst other criteria – tear and seam strength, plus cut, abrasion and impact resistance. Knox redesigned the venting panels to improve the integrity of the leather and ensure a high score in the tear resistance test.…
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One in three car drivers don’t understand road signs!
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It’s one of the most common signs on British roads: a simple white circle with a black stripe signifying the national speed limit applies. But for one in every three British car drivers (34%) it might as well be a giant question mark. For these drivers, have absolutely no idea what the sign means. This shocking…
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Suzuki supports Guy Martin’s Big Brew
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Suzuki GB is pleased to be supporting Guy Martin’s Big Brew charity event as part of its latest sales campaign, with a donation made for every new bike sold as part of the promotion. The latest offer sees the Japanese manufacturer offer a £750 cash deposit on eight new models, and highlights Suzuki’s commitment…
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Test ride a Suzuki this summer
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Suzuki GB is gearing up to give riders the chance to get the taste for a new Suzuki this summer, visiting a number of popular biker cafés across the country with a fleet of demo machines. Starting at the Super Sausage Café on the A5 near Towcester on May 11, models such as Suzuki’s iconic…
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IAM calls for safety rating on motorcycle clothing
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Road safety charity the IAM is calling for protective motorcycle clothing to have clear labelling for the amount of protection it gives. The call comes after research from 700 respondents shows that motorcyclists find it difficult and time-consuming to find the right clothing at the right price. Eighty-five per cent of motorcyclists consider protection the…
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New windproof motorcycle kit from Knox and Triumph
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Knox, the British company specialising in impact protection and performance clothing and Triumph, Britain’s premier motorcycle brand, have joined forces to launch a new collection of windproof mid layer clothing for AW14. The collection, Triumph by Cold Killers, will be made in Knox’s British factory. Both British brands share a passion for innovation in…
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New MOMO Design Yamaha X-Max 400
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Offering lively performance combined with agile handling and dynamic good looks, Yamaha say that the X-MAX family sets the standard in the sport scooter segment: “Ever since we totally revolutionized the scooter market with the introduction of the original market-leading TMAX, Yamaha has continued to expand and diversify the model range, and the company is…
