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New: Lightech Paddock Stand

New product showcase from Visordown

One look at the World SBK paddock tells you Lightech equipment is at the top of its game.

Ultra-sturdy and easy to use, these paddock stands suspend some of the most technically advanced machines in motorcycling, and somehow they’ve made a stand look sexy!

Paddock stands. Sexy. Amazing. 

Price: From £107

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New: Knox Sixpack Rucksack

New product showcase from Visordown

This ingenious little backpack can go a long way to making your life easier.

The secure helmet net keeps your lid safe, while there are pockets inside for an extra visor and laptop.

The clever size means it’s small enough for a daily commute and large enough for a weekend away. Smart.

Price: £39.99

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New: Exo2 Heated Vest

New product showcase from Visordown

Technology is the name of the game in heated rider-wear, and the StormRider’s got it.

The heat panels are made of a conductive polymer, the outer shell is wind and water-proof, while all the lining materials work together to maximise heat retention.

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New: Ducati 80s Leather Jacket

New product showcase from Visordown

You can always count on Ducati to come out with decent retro-styled gear.

The 80s jacket is made of premium 1-1.3mm thick waterproof cowhide, featuring stretch patches at the shoulders.

CE-approved composite armour in the shoulders and elbows cushion any knocks while a breathable liner keeps you cool.

Price: TBD

www.ducatiuk.com

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New: Alpinestars Apex Drystar Glove

New product showcase from Visordown

This well-styled glove is a mix of leather and textiles aimed at giving you the best feel possible from an all-weather glove.

The goat skin ‘chassis’ features an extra-warm liner and works together with an Alpinestars 100% waterproof Drystar membrane to keep the elements away.

Best looking winter glove on the market, we ...  Continue reading

 

New: Aerostitch Roadcrafter one-piece suit

New product showcase from Visordown

The one-piece Roadcrafter suit is claimed to be one of the most versatile suits on the market.

The all-condition Gore-Tex suit is designed to fit over regular clothes, but it’s tailored to reduce wind flap (it says here).

Perfect for your daily commute or a cross-continental adventure.

Price: £500

www.aerostich.com

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We will exterminate!

Biker makes best use of mobility scooter after losing leg in bike crash

THIS ONE may be a couple of years old but it gave us all a laugh at Visordown HQ.

Take one mobility scooter, a stack of MDF board and a wild imagination and you've got the ingredients for a whole new way of getting about town.

What a legend!

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Hizzy race replica for Xmas?

Arai launch £599 RX-7 GP in tribute to Scots racing legend

STEVE HISLOP fans may be tempted by this Arai RX-7GP replica of the racing legend's helmet - which has gone on sale six years after the Scot lost his life in a tragic helicopter accident.

Just 750 examples are destined for the worldwide market; the first batch is available at ...  Continue reading

 
Tags: Arai, Hislop

Snowed in? Well, me and the ZX-6R are!

Britain’s extreme weather strikes again!

For the second time this year ive got up in the morning, gone to leave for work and found this sitting in my garden.

Usually I leave the ZXR under cover, but last night I knew it may be tricky getting out of the garden so I had it lined up and ...  Continue reading

 
Tags: Snow, , ZX-6R

Scorchio!

A timely package from Held

With the worst weather we've had this winter rapidly approaching London, the arrival of some heated gloves from Held were a very welcome and needed surprise. I'll be giving the Magma a proper review in the used gear section in the magazine in the spring but for now I can tell ...  Continue reading

 

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