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New genuine accessories for the Piaggio MP3
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Piaggio has introduced a range of practical accessories for the new MP3 500ie Sport, enhancing the potential of its flagship three-wheeler for both commuting and touring.Two sizes of top box are available, in 37 and 50 litre sizes, at £299.99 and £399.99 respectively (including VAT). Colour-coded to match the scooter, they have a quick release…
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New Spada Predator gloves
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The Spada Predator racing gloves have been ergonomically designed and constructed in full-grain leather, for the ultimate comfort and the optimum protection in unquestionable style. And with an SRP of only £69.95, also offer exceptional value for riders with more sense than money – it’s no wonder it remains in the range after more than…
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TomTom RIDER sat nav review
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TomTom RIDER | £349.99 | www.tomtom.com | Tested by John Milbank I always believed that bikes should have the minimum of fussy tech on them – for me, riding is about freedom, so the last thing I wanted was something telling me what to do; more buttons to press; and extra clutter on my machine. I’ve…
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New colours from Shark helmets
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Spruce up your summer with a brand new helmet from SHARK in one of the five new colours that have been added to the comprehensive 2014 collection. New designs are available on the popular Speed-R, S900-C, S600 and Evoline Series 3 helmets. On the Speed-R is the Craig, a bold design with block and stripe colours…
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Local authorities to be able to close public roads for motorsport events
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Local communities will be able to stage motor sports events on public roads, including stage rallies, hill climbs and trials of speed, the Prime Minister announced today during the official opening of a new Formula One Williams factory in Oxfordshire. In response to a consultation that ran earlier this year the Government will now legislate…
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How to buy a motorcycle to restore
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Ian Bates owns Resurrection Motorcycles in Market Deeping. Building bikes since the age of ten, and an engineer by trade, he now specialises in damaged repairables, and knows how to see the potential in another man’s write-off… If anyone could give advice on buying a motorcycle to restore, it’s him. “It’s a crying shame that…
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Does buying a write-off affect my insurance?
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We spoke to Dave Bowcock, MD of Principal Insurance to find out if buying a damaged-repairable bike could affect your policy premiums… “Usually if a bike has been written off and given a category of C or D, it’s because it is deemed uneconomical to repair. Depending on the damage, most insurers don’t have a problem…
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How to balance carbs on your motorcycle
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To balance carbs (or synchronise the carburettors) on your bike is simply the process of adjusting the throttle bodies so they pass the same amount of air and fuel mixture to each cylinder. It’s important because a well set-up fuel system will help the bike start easily, run smoothly, and be more efficient. Along with improved…
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Free ‘travel pack’ worth £1500 with all new KTM 1190 Adventure bikes
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• £1500 worth of accessories for free • ‘Travel Pack’ includes full set of hard luggage • MSC electronics package makes 1190 safest motorcycle on the road • Go further: 23 litre tank and 9,320 mile service intervals • 150hp, 230kg – 1190 Adventure sets the Travel Enduro market standard • Ride away with PCP finance deals of only £174 per…
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New children’s motorcycle kit from ARMR
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Thanks to ARMR Moto’s Kids Jacket and Trousers, junior pillion riders can now benefit from the same technical materials used in the “Grown-Up” range The KJ4 Kids Jacket has an outer shell in POLY TEK 600DN fabric that is super-tough but flexible; this is backed by a waterproof and breathable DRY TEK membrane layer and making…
