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Learning to ride a motorcycle: The right kit
By Ben Cope on 28/07/2011 17:44:42
You'll need protective gear, get suited and booted from head-to-toe with the right helmet, leathers or textile gear, gloves and boots
jackets, and trousers which you can mix and match with textiles. Over the last few years modern fabrics, like Cordura and Goretex, have given motorcyclists another option. Cordura is lighter than leather, more hardwearing and washable and unlike leather
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Review: Spyke Motika textile jacket
By Tom Higham on 29/10/2010 15:26:42
First impressions of the Motika textile jacket from Spyke
Over the past few weeks I've been testing this Spyke sports textile jacket and so far I’ve been really impressed. Called the Motika Waterproof, it has so far stood up to everything that’s been thrown at it.It has an ‘aquasafe’ layer between
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Wet weather motorcycle clothing guide
By Tim Dickson on 13/10/2010 11:30:13
A simple guide to buying the right kit and keeping dry this winter
WHAT TO WEARWaterproof textiles or leathers and an unlined oversuit? Both have their advantages, and many people have more than one option these days. The main problem with wearing unlined lightweight plastic waterproofs is that they don't breathe
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New: Alpinestars Apex Drystar Glove
By Visordown on 01/01/2010 10:15:28
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
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Showcase: Visordown's Top 14 Leather sports jackets
By Visordown on 01/06/2010 16:06:17
New product showcase from Visordown
in the elbows and shoulders and PE padding in the chest and back compartments.The jacket includes waist adjustment with a D-ring and a zip connection for Alpinestars leather and textile trousers.If resembling an Imperial Stormtrooper is too much, the jacket
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New Stuff: Held Lennox leather jacket
By Andy Stevens on 21/06/2011 11:51:37
If fashion or image is important to you then this jacket is a must
Held are one of the biggest brands of motorcycle clothing in Germany and if you live in Europe you will know that they produce high quality and 'fashionably' styled textile and leather bike kit. They are also pioneers of the much talked about d30
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New: Alpinestars T-GP R Air jacket
By Visordown on 15/03/2012 10:39:04
Summer textile jacket from Astars
leather and textile pants.• Precise waist and wrist adjustment features non-aggressive micro-velcro tabs.• Multiple internal pockets provide a convenient storage option.• Integrated reflective detailing on the sleeves.• Premium YKK® zippers used throughout
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Alpinestars 2009 Stella Breeze Flow
By Robin Goodwin on 15/05/2009 10:05:10
New textile jacket added to Alpinestars ever-increasing women's range
CE protectors in the shoulders and elbows. It also features compartments for additional armour in the chest and back areas. The jacket features a vented contruction for maximum air flow and a waist zip so you can connect it to leather trousers
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New: Spidi's adventure-touring Motorrad gloves
By Visordown on 12/03/2012 10:24:32
New warm and waterproof glove mixes cowhide, goatskin and textiles
textiles and aims to be a versatile all-rounder.Here's what Spidi have to say about it:Motorrad is Spidi's vision of a glove dedicated to modern Adventure Touring bikes. The gloves are constructed from cowhide and goatskin leathers mixed with elastic
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How to Wash your kit
By Ben Miller on 21/04/2010 16:51:37
Keeping your leathers in the best condition with Alpinestars' Katia Polini
H-neutral cleaning products that require you to scrub hard rather than a product that will strip the leather from the zips of your favourite one-piece suit after one application.Invest in a quality leather food or textile spray and, once your kit is clean and dry
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