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New: Alpinestars Lucerne Drystar jacket
By Ben Cope on 05/10/2011 10:46:46
An all-weather sports-touring jacket featuring Drystar
Alpinestars have launched another textile jacket into their range. The Lucerne Jacket features zippered ventilation panels and slim, lightweight Bio Armor protectors. The Drystar lining is breathable but keeps water out.Here's what Alpinestars have
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World In Motion
By Harriet Ridley, Alex Hearn, Tim Dickson on 23/02/2008 15:05:39
Travel by car and you're watching a movie. Travel by bike and you're in the movie. Which is reason enough in our book to hit the road for a touring holiday. The question is, how do you want to do it?
the ST1100 for four years until Honda brought out the linked model with ABS in 1996, so I bought that and ran it until 2002 when I got the new 1300.I tour with different people on different bikes and the truth is you can tour on anything. But bikes like
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BMW introduce F800ST Touring
By Visordown News on 26/08/2010 13:10:41
A more touring version of an already very good all-rounder
(15L-25L capacity each side)• On-board Computer• Heated Grips• Main Centre StandThese factory options would cost £1658 but the on the road price for the F800 ST Touring is £8510 - saving £458 over a standard model.The F800 ST Touring is available
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Shoei Qwest
By Tom Higham on 18/03/2011 14:01:57
Shoei's new touring helmet arrives at Visordown
’s lowly score of 2, despite a similar price tag.Shoei’s aim with the Qwest was to come out with the best possible touring helmet. Their development department was briefed to find the best balance between a comfortable, lightweight and effective noise
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Touring riding gear: Budget & Expensive
By Visordown on 24/01/2008 15:24:55
Budget and high-end gear for the touring rider
Budget motorcycle touring gearBudget collectionVemar Jiano helmetThe Vemar Jiano has features from more expensive helmets, and an inner lining that feels like it should be in a helmet that costs twice the price - a good buy.Price: £149www
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Arai launch Tour X3 McGregor and Boorman replicas
By Visordown News on 21/08/2008 12:19:16
State of the art multi-purpose helmet now available in 'Long Way Down' colours
THE NEW Arai Tour X3 and replicas of the Tour X3, as used by Charley Boorman and Ewan McGregor in the BBC TV series Long Way Down, are now in UK Arai dealerships.The new Tour X3 has a re-designed peak with reinforced ridges and a new enlarged visor
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Used Review: Shoei Qwest
By Tom Higham on 16/09/2011 15:17:05
Entry-level touring helmet review
Arai, but despite the larger external size, it weighs in at just 1400g.I’m most impressed with the visor mechanism. Swapping visors is both simple and quick, without the closed eyes and fear of plastic parts snapping off. The side lever allows you
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Spyke Totems - waterproof boots(?)
By Andy Stevens on 24/09/2010 16:49:04
A pair of Spyke Totems just arrived for testing over winter
I'm yet to own a pair of boots that whilst claim to be waterproof...actually are.These are the latest sport-touring boots from Spyke that feature a breathable and waterproof aquasafe membrane.The fit is pretty snug but I'm sure after a few steps
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Box Hill next for Kawasaki free ride tour
By Visordown News on 11/07/2011 15:03:58
Box Hill in Surrey on 17 July for Kawasaki On the Road free test ride event
ride tour last year, the event this coming Sunday features many new for 2011 Kawasaki road bikes as well as stars from across the current range.Providing the chance to ride popular new models such as the Z750R, Ninja ZX-10R and retro classic W800
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Motorcyclists Welcome - now on eBay
By Ben Cope on 01/09/2010 08:29:28
The most up to date guide on all the biker-friendly B&Bs, touring tips, kit advice and more
and advice from kit and touring to a comprehensive list of UK motorcycle dealers, just incase you come unstuck. It also features round-the-world legend Nick Sanders and his tips from his trip around the UK.The Motorcyclists Welcome guide is now available on e
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