Bike kit news: Get the latest detail on the products that matter in motorcycling

Welcome to our new products news landing page, where you'll find articles on all the latest key bike kit and accessories you need to know about.

From gloves to boots, and sat navs to security, our experts bring you the latest stories and in-depth insight, including first ride reviews of core models, sales events and recall or safety detail that matters to bikers.

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Scorching hot kit deals to help you keep your cool in a heatwave!

20 June 2025 by Ben Clarke

Riding a motorcycle in hot weather is one of life’s great joys. Nothing beats the feeling of cruising along a fast road in the lightest kit you own, enjoying hot, sticky tarmac and warm, dry air. But...

New Riderr motorcycle accessories available across UK from Dorset based brand

18 June 2025 by Charlotte King

A new range of motorcycling accessories is now available from a manufacturer that you may not have heard of before. Riderr are a Dorset based business, that started life as a family run team, and with...

Muc-Off Mobile Pressure Washer Sale | 20% off the best way to clean your bike and all it's accessories

13 June 2025 by Phil Clarke

For one week only Muc-Off are selling their mobile pressure washer at a 20% discount, which includes bundles, spare batteries, and extra accessories. It’s no secret we think it’s a fantastic bit of...

Meet Rebelhorn! The bold new brand revolutionising UK motorbike kit

05 June 2025 by Ben Clarke

PAID PARTNERSHIP WITH REBELHORN If I asked you to name a motorcycle clothing brand off the top of your head, Rebelhorn may not be the first to spring to mind. Nor may they be the second, third or even fourth! But be prepared, this...

RST to incorporate flexible orange D3O armour in 2026 motorcycle clothing range

04 June 2025 by Dan Sutherland

Popular motorcycle clothing brand RST have confirmed that they will use D3O armour across their range in 2026 – following a year of development in race suits both on short circuits, and on the...

Shoei and Michael Rutter team up for limited run of hand-painted replica helmets

03 June 2025 by Ben Clarke

Michael Rutter and Shoei Helmets have teamed up to offer a limited run of hand painted X-SPR Pro helmets. The lids will be painted up by Rage Designs, the same firm that spray Rutter’s actual race...

Sportsbike Shop boots sale has up to 40% off many big brands like Sidi, Aplinestars and RST

02 June 2025 by Charlotte King

Are your old boots starting to look a bit ratty, or do you just have your eye on an upgrade? Sportsbike Shop have dropped the price on loads of motorcycle boots, so now could be the perfect time for a...

Sena revolutionise cross-brand intercom compatibility... and it doesn't cost a penny

19 May 2025 by Ben Clarke

Motorcyclists deciding which intercom brand to choose just had the job made simpler by an update to the Sena Wave app. Wave was first launched in 2024 but it took a while for the compatibility to...

Better than half-price Muc-Off! Save 50% on 5-litre bottles of Nanotech Motorcycle Cleaner here

14 May 2025 by Ben Clarke

Sportsbike Shop were selling 5-litre bottles of Muc-Off for just £17 – that’s a massive 57% off RRP and cheaper than anyone else at the time. Now you can find it for £20, which is still a cracking...

Be ready for anything your tour throws at you with Leatt adventure gear

07 May 2025 by Ben Clarke

Paid partnership with Leatt When you’re heading off for an extended tour, whether it’s a day of exploring your local trails or months of serious adventure, you need to be dressed for anything. Adventure-touring kit is some of...

Up to 65% off on helmets including HJC, AGV and Scorpion - now is the time to upgrade you lid

02 May 2025 by Ben Clarke

A motorcycle helmet is obviously a crucial bit of safety kit and the only part of your wardrobe you’re legally required to wear – but it’s also more than that, it’s an opportunity to express yourself.

Sportsbike Shop announce plans for new Southampton store

01 May 2025 by Charlotte King

Rapidly expanding UK motorcycle kit retailer Sportsbike Shop are set to open a new store in Southampton this summer. The new venue will be their second to open this year – following a new Norwich...

Great savings on big brand gloves at Sportsbike Shop, including Alpinestars, Dainese and RST

28 April 2025 by Charlotte King

Sportsbike Shop are having a huge sale on many of their motorcycle gloves, including 30% off some big brand names like Richa, Alpinestars and Dainese. So, if a new pair of multi-season gloves has...

Last orders! Your final chance to bag a motorbike-related bargain in the Amazon Spring Sale 2025

28 March 2025 by Ben Clarke

The Amazon Spring Sale 2025 is now over, but there’s still loads of different deals and savings across the site, it can be overwhelming. To help you out, we’ve pulled together the best-selling...

The Science of Thrill – Why Leatt kit is the perfect companion for your next adventure

28 March 2025 by Ben Clarke

Paid partnership with Leatt When you’re adventure touring, you have a lot to think about: Where is the next place I can get fuel for my bike? Where will I sleep tonight? What’s around the next trail bend? So, you simply don’t...

Everyone's favourite bike cleaner wasn't in Amazon's Spring Sale but at this price you'd think it was

27 March 2025 by Ben Clarke

You can instantly recognise Muc-Off’s bright pink Nano-Tech formula, and if you don’t see it, you’ll certainly smell it! I’ve been using Muc-Off to clean my motorbikes (and mountain bikes) for well...

Keep your motorcycle squeaky clean with these great cleaning deals in the Amazon Spring Sale 2025!

27 March 2025 by Charlotte King

Time for a spring clean? The Spring Sale might be over but there are still some big discounts waiting to be had. Show your bike some love and keep your pride and joy clean with these great deals from...

Here are some deals on top biking tech from the Amazon Spring Sale 2025!

27 March 2025 by Ben Clarke

Amazon may not be the first place you think of for riding gear, but it may well be for electronic gadgets and tech. Here is a pick of 10 bike-related Amazon tech deals still going after their Spring...

Incredible deals on motorcycle security from the Amazon Spring Sale 2025! Protect your pride and joy

27 March 2025 by Phil Clarke

Did you know that using motorcycle security of any kind reduces the odds of it being stolen by up to two thirds? If I’d known that when I was living in London, my bike might have been saved from those...

Last chance for Amazon Spring Sale Deals and we’ve added some real bargains for the camping season

26 March 2025 by Robin Kirkley

Amazon Spring Deal Days are now over, but there are still some great deals to be had while stocks last. You might not typically think of Amazon for motorcycling deals but there are still some bargains...

Amazon Spring Sale 2025 ends today! Here are some epic deals for bikers... grab one while you can

18 March 2025 by Ben Clarke

Amazon’s Spring Sale 2025 is here! It will run all the way to Monday, March 31 inclusive. But what is Amazon Spring Deal Days and what does that mean for bikers? More Amazon Spring Sale...

Full Akrapovič exhaust system for Yamaha R9 sportsbike gives bhp boost with Euro5+ compliance

17 March 2025 by Dan Sutherland

Slovenian exhaust specialists Akrapovič have wasted no time in launching a new system for Yamaha’s incoming R9 supersport bike. The R9 is powered by Yamaha’s 890cc CP3 three-cylinder engine and is...

Amazon Spring Sale 2025 ends today! Here are some epic deals for bikers... grab one while you can

14 March 2025 by Ben Clarke

Amazon’s Spring Sale 2025 is live now and runs all the way to Monday, March 31 inclusive. But what is Amazon Spring Deal Days and what does that mean for bikers? Jump to some of the best Amazon Spring...

Sportier new Pirelli Diablo Powercruiser tyre range launched at Daytona Bike Week in Florida

03 March 2025 by Dan Sutherland

Italian tyre specialists, Pirelli have launched a new Powercruiser line for 2025 – bringing the sporting wet and dry performance of the Diablo Rosso IV road tyre to the heavyweight...

Klim release new state of the art X1 Alpha adventure helmet stuffed full of clever design features

24 February 2025 by Charlotte King

US-based premium adventure bike kit manufacturer, Klim have announced their latest adventure helmet, the all-new X1 Alpha. The new lid is said to be an all singing, all dancing model with loads of...

There's still some great deals to be had on Alpinestars kit with up to 40% off at Sportsbike Shop

24 February 2025 by Phil Clarke and Charlotte King

Sportsbike Shop have huge savings on Alpinestars kit and there’s still time to grab a bargain! Related: Amazon Spring Sale 2025 – What it is, when it is and why you should care A wide range of...

HJC's new RPHA 60 adventure helmet is in stock now! Here's why I'm excited about it

21 February 2025 by Ben Clarke

HJC’s latest adventure bike helmet, the RPHA 60, has hit the shelves of UK retailers and is available to buy now. The new-for-2025, ECE 22.06, dual sport lid is jam-packed with the latest tech and...

Space-age back protector tech arrives at Kriega and some of their older rucksacks are compatible too

20 February 2025 by Dan Sutherland

Motorcycle backpack experts Kriega have partnered with British protective armour firm Rheon to create a flexible new back protector to slot into the full bag range. The £55 Back Protector Insert...

Sena squeeze 60S functionality into helmet with front and rear lights and AI noise cancellation

13 February 2025 by Charlotte King

Sena’s new Phantom will be their first ECE 22.06 full-face helmet that has been designed and manufactured in their new high-spec factory. This has allowed Sena to produce a motorcycle helmet where the...

Zerofit launch cooling IceSkin baselayer developed in partnership with BSB front-runner Glenn Irwin

12 February 2025 by Dan Sutherland

Baselayer specialists, Zerofit have announced a new IceSkin design ahead of this summer’s riding season, which has been developed in conjunction with 27-time British Superbike race winner, Glenn...

Cardo RISER offers an extended 60 day free trial of the app to celebrate Valentine's Day

11 February 2025 by Charlotte King

To celebrate Valentine’s Day, they are offering an extended 60-day trial of RISER PRO so that riders can try it out for free, from the 7th to the 21st of February, 2025. Global motorcycle community...

The Oximiser Pro range could significantly extend the lifespan of your battery, saving you money!

07 February 2025 by MCN

Paid partnership with Oxford Products Oxford has been designing market-leading OXIMISER battery optimisers for over 20 years. Having launched our first battery optimiser over two decades ago, we understand the importance of ‘user-centric’...

American helmet manufacturer Simpson branch out into the adventure helmet market with two new lids

07 February 2025 by Charlotte King

American helmet manufacturer, Simpson announce two new models for their lineup. The Journey Bandit and Xcursion Bandit are Simpson’s first adventure helmets, with the Journey’s flip front design aimed...

Sportsbike Shop open Norwich store on Saturday 1st February bringing their total to 10

29 January 2025 by Charlotte King

Motorcycle kit retailer, Sportsbike Shop are opening a new store in Norwich, bringing their total to ten. It will open it’s doors on Saturday 1st February at 9am, and will be located on Ber Street, in...

RST release new and upgraded Pro Series range with the Paragon 7 jacket and trousers

29 January 2025 by Charlotte King

RST have updated their popular Pro Series textile jacket range with the release of the Paragon 7, the new and improved version of the older Paragon 6. RST claim that the new textiles are the ‘ultimate...

Furygan announce their new and improved range of adventure and touring kit set for 2025 release

23 January 2025 by Charlotte King

French motorcycle kit manufacturer Furygan have revealed their new range of touring and adventure focused kit for 2025. Several new items have been added to the line for this year, including textile...