Top 10 Christmas gifts for bikers

CHRISTMAS shopping: easy if you know what to get, a royal pain the arse if you don't.

Fortunately, it is easy to know what to get for a motorcyclist. It's just a question of inspiration, which is where we can help. 

We've sifted through hundreds of products to bring you a list of 10 with something to please every rider, and every budget.

Tiger 800 balance bike

Admittedly not so much for the motorcyclist as future motorcyclist, this Triumph Tiger balance bike is suitable for kids aged between two and six. It's got an adjustable seat-height, from 330mm-350mm, so it can grow with the child. Balance bikes are a great way to teach children to ride from an early age, often enabling them to move straight to a pedal bike with no stabilisers... followed by a mini moto next Christmas and MotoGP bike by 18.  

Price: £100

Contact: www.triumphmotorcycles.co.uk

Dainese Street Biker D-WP shoes

Gone are the days when bike boots had to be made from black leather. These short Street Biker shoes are enhanced by small technical details that make them ideal for zipping through the city. The suede cowhide also accommodates tough, highly resistant inserts and provides a blend of fashion and impact resistance. They have nylon heel protectors with reflective inserts and a waterproof inner.  

Price: £119.99

Contact: www.dainese.com

Held Sarina ladies jacket

This stylish ladies' jacket from Held features a cotton outer and lining, plus a waterproof, breathable liner. It also has six external pockets, two inner pockets, hip adjustment zips and a waist belt for the perfect fit. It comes with armour at the shoulder and elbow and a connecting zip to attach to trousers. There’s also an optional back protector available. It comes in sizes XS-D3XL and a choice of black or denim.

Price: £199.99

Contact: www.held.de

SW-Motech 12V universal electric kit

There's no longer any need to have half a dozen electrical accessories wired up to a motorcycle battery. Anything with a cigarette lighter-style plug can connect to this socket, which mounts to either 22mm or 28mm diameter handlebars, or inner fairings (at the cost of making a hole). An included USB adaptor means you can also charges mobiles and other gadgets. No more getting lost when your satnav's battery expires. 

Price: £49.32

Contact: www.motohaus.com