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Kriega R20 review
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Kriega R20 backpack | Miles used: 100,000+ | Price: £89 | Tested by: Tony Carter | Contact: www.kriega.com There’s a simple rule in the kit I use, and it’s a rule that’s never let me down; if I keep going back to it or using it then it’s good. Bloody good. So what do you need me…
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R&G crash protection gets motorcycle home after big smash
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Check out this picture of R&G customer, Peter Burch. Peter was enjoying a track day at Castle Combe in August on his 2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R and would love to say he was pulling off this impressive, tyre-smoking power slide lap after lap – but that’s not exactly what happened next after this photo was taken…
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Video proves motorcycle drag racing isn’t about straight lines
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Well, who said motorcycle drag racing was easy, eh? Check out this amazing video of Classic Motorcycle Mechanics’ own Pip Higham at Long Marston. People who think going in a straight line should watch the slo-mo. “A bit scruffy” was how our Pip described it… but we think he rocks! For an old fella… Many…
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Get a biking bargain at the huge Stafford motorcycle show
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It’s time to raid the change jar, empty the piggy bank and dig for coins behind the sofa as more than 500 traders make final preparations ahead of Staffordshire County Showground’s annual bike event. Taking place on October 18-19, the Carole Nash Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show welcomes sellers of all the best bikes, biking bits,…
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Scrap the company car: fleet motorcycles are the future of faster commutes
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Honda UK has become the first manufacturer in the country to introduce a specialist fleet motorcycles dealer network to provide support and advice to business customers. The Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) says this new service will “emphasise the many benefits of doing business on two-wheels” which include “high fuel economy, low running costs, low CO2 emissions and increased…
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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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Most common reasons for a motorcycle breakdown
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The RAC has released details of the most common reasons for a motorcycle breakdown. Armed with this knowledge, you’ll know what to keep an eye out for and keep riding… Flat battery Mechanical engine failure Damaged / flat tyre Alternator fault Carburettor / fuel injection fault Road traffic accident Starter motor fault Engine management (ECU)…
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New Valentino Rossi replica helmet from AGV
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During FP3 of the TIM Italy San Marino and Riviera di Rimini Grand Prix,Valentino Rossi wore a special helmet with highly coloured personalised graphics as he always does for his home race. Just a few miles from Tavullia, the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli has a special place in Valentino’s heart both for the reception…
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New 50 litre throw-over panniers | Givi XS314 saddlebags
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Givi has released new saddlebags from its Xstream line for those who need extra capacity on their motorcycle, without altering the look of the bike. The Italian manufacturer says it’s offering great functionality, large capacity, maximum resistance and universal fitting all in one: with the XS314 throw-over panniers. GIVI’s new set of side saddlebags rely on an innovative and modern…
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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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