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Video: Shoei Qwest helmet

Marc Abbott, 09 July 2010 12:59

Shoei's latest touring helmet, the Qwest, is claimed to be light, comfy and quiet. This promo video has more than a touch of 'management training course' about it, but you'll get the idea.  

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Cool new Diesel Mowie helmets

Marc Abbott, 25 June 2010 11:00

These new open-face helmets from clothing brand Diesel have been made by AGV so there’s function as well as fashion.   The thermoplastic lids have an anti-scratch visor (available in clear, tinted, yellow or orange), removable and washable lining, leather neckroll and chinpad, plus a micrometric adjuster for a perfect fit. They’re available in some deliciously lustrous plain colours – white, ...

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Clean your bike without water!

Marc Abbott, 23 June 2010 10:22

That’s the bold claim being made by this new spray from JML, called Mantis Instant Shine. Save cash on motorcycle products It’s claimed that all you need to do is spray your bike, wait a few minutes, then wipe clean or hose off and then buff it. Apparently, it lifts dirt and grime off the bodywork and suspends it within ...

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The engineering behind crash protection

Marc Abbott, 18 June 2010 10:08

Although not the most exciting video in the world (you have been warned!), if you're the sort of person who likes to hear about engineering and see things being laser-cut and TIG-welded, you might like this interview with the founder of Seattle's Altrider, a firm that makes aftermarket protection for adventure bikes. More info: www.altrider.com

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Win cool head-to-toe riding kit!

Marc Abbott, 17 June 2010 15:41

By buying a ticket for London-based cool kit Mecca Urban Rider's charity raffle, you could win head-to-toe riding kit. There are two draws – one for motorcycle clobber, the other for scooter kit. Save cash on motorcycle products The tickets cost £5 and the raffle is limited to 250 tickets, meaning your chances are good. All proceeds go to UK ...

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Nothing can interfere with new Acumen alarm

Marc Abbott, 10 June 2010 10:48

Acumen's next generation alarm, the Tempest Cat 1, features a receiver that reduces transmitter interference from unwanted radio waves, like mobile phone masts.    Tested and approved to Thatcham Category 1, the Tempest Cat 1 comes with a new compact fob as well as the popular flip-key version and has an automatic power-saving mode too, making it ideal for motorcycles that ...

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New Rukka AiRoad jacket for all weather

Marc Abbott, 10 June 2010 10:45

Rukka’s new AiRoad jacket is claimed to as comfortable to wear in stifling heat as it is in the cold, thanks to clever use of the detachable lining. The jackets itself is made from what is claimed to be “highly abrasion-resistant” Cordura AFT, with double reinforcements on crash zones, with air-permeable CE-approved protectors at elbows, shoulders, hips and knees.  The ...

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Advice: Are my tyres causing vibrations?

Marc Abbott, 09 June 2010 11:49

I have a 2000 Honda Varadero 1000 with only 7000 miles on and it’s developed a vibration. I've checked the tyre pressures and they are spot on. I have slackened the chain off a bit more, but to no benefit. Both sprockets are fine.Pauldid, email The wheels could be out of balance, especially the front one. There are balance weights on ...

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Helmet review: Davida Jet helmet

Marc Abbott, 03 June 2010 16:07

Davida Jet helmet, £235  Miles covered/time: 900/two months What’s good? Off-white is the new black. I have never seen, let alone owned, a helmet that looked quite this cool straight out of the box. It’s also incredibly quiet – really quite frighteningly so. In fact, I’ve not once worn earplugs while I’ve worn this lid. I have to wear a ...

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£70 lid takes five-star SHARP rating

Marc Abbott, 27 May 2010 12:42

Nitro's entry-level Aikido full-face helmet has scored the maximum five stars in the government's SHARP safety ratings. The £70 helmet was one of only three lids to score five stars in the lastest results, which included 27 helmets.   Susan Lloyd, marketing director of Nitro's UK importers Lloyd Group, said: "This doesn't come as a surprise to us, but it does ...

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