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Choosing and using a base layer to stay co…

Choosing and using a base layer to stay comfortable

A great number of people I speak to seem to be baffled by the use of a base layer, either they have not experienced one or are under some misconceptio. Read more

Bridgestone Battlax S20 Tyre - First Ride

Bridgestone Battlax S20 Tyre - First Ride

Bridgestone have got a new trick up their sleeve, the new Hypersport street tyre that replaces the outgoing BT-016 range which was received with a mix. Read more

Keep motorcycle insurance costs low

Keep motorcycle insurance costs low

Life on two wheels has quite a few advantages over driving a car - among them lower fuel consumption and cheaper cover from providers like MCE bike in. Read more

Apathy will bring the end of motorcycling …

Apathy will bring the end of motorcycling as we know it

The recent uproar about upcoming E.U. regulations to ban users from modifying a motorcycle from standard has certainly brought a few ideas to the surf. Read more

Pipe-Werx Exhausts bring us the very best …

Pipe-Werx Exhausts bring us the very best of British

It's the middle of summer, August in fact, and the weather is supposed to be glorious which has led me to contact Pipe-Werx of Lathom to have a look a. Read more

Motorcycling as an older lady rider

Motorcycling as an older lady rider

At the grand old age of 40 I decided that I had had enough of my other half sitting me on bikes in the local bike shops to see which one was right for. Read more

How crash protection is made at GBRacing

How crash protection is made at GBRacing

Cold, wet and fresh out of bed, I wheel my trusty bike out onto the road and thumb the starter, at 6am this is far from my normal riding time but toda. Read more

Metzeler Interact Tyres back to back - roa…

Metzeler Interact Tyres back to back - road and track

Cold, wet and foggy, I am sat in the departure lounge at Manchester Airport at 4am awaiting a flight to Alicante in Spain and the start of my part in . Read more

How I did the Iron Butt for the Royal Brit…

How I did the Iron Butt for the Royal British legion - wanna come?

Do you ever get the feeling that some things seem a good idea at the time?, this was one of those moments. A neighbour and Royal British Legion member. Read more

01RaceFX have race bikes all wrapped up

01RaceFX have race bikes all wrapped up

Having seen a few photo's of what the guys over at 01RaceFX get up to my interest was well and truly piqued, the application of race bike livery on ro. Read more

Stop and think before upgrading brake lines advise Venhill It has long been recognized that fitting braided lines can improve both the performance and reliability of a motorcycle’s braking system; the stainless steel braid that is wrapped around the core prevents further pressure expansion and helps protect the core against damage from stones, road debris or accident impact.

Venhill’s bespoke cable service is an affordable alternative to factory parts

Venhill report increased demand for their tailor-made clutch and throttle cables from motorcyclists opting to replace worn control cables with high quality British-manufactured items.

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Venhill has been helping motorcyclists to keep control while riding for 40 years; now the British company has introduced a range of tools to help riders stay in control in the workshop too. Available for pre-Christmas delivery, the Sockets and Drivers kit contains a popular selection in practical sizes, packed in a handy pouch that is easy to stow on the bike, in a rucksack or hip bag. Featuring a solid moulded handle for a complete grip, there are 1/4" drive sockets both in the centre and at one end, enabling the user to choose between 'T' bar and straight drive set-up.
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Originally designed for motocross and speedway bikes, Venhill's dual action 500A throttle is becoming increasingly popular on the circuits with superbike and supersport racers, like team Seton Interceptor Yamaha. Offering a choice of Fast and Medium action settings, riders can select the throttle action that best suits the riding conditions.
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Good quality, reliable tools are a must for any motorcyclist, whether undertaking planned machine maintenance and servicing or making emergency roadside repairs. Venhill – British manufacturer of high performance hydraulic hoses and control cables – has introduced a range of motorcycle specific tools and kits, designed for a range of applications. With 40 years experience of manufacturing safety critical motorcycle braking and control systems, the team at Venhill used their knowledge to select the new range of practical and useful hand tools.
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German control specialist Magura has expanded its range of HYMEC hydraulic clutch kits with applications for popular road bikes, including the Yamaha FZ6 (2007-2010), Suzuki SV650, Kawasaki Z750, Versys and ER-6F. Originally developed for motorcycle off-road sport, the HYMEC system replaces the clutch lever and cable with a small lightweight hydraulic system for improved clutch control. Having been tested under the toughest conditions possible in the world of dirt biking this compact unit is more than capable of withstanding the demands of road going motorcycles.
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Venhill's handy workshop kits now come in a compact and durable toolbox that's easy to transport, for sporting applications, and won't take up too much space in the workshop or garage. In addition to a selection of British-made cables or hoses from the specialist manufacturer, each kit comes complete with the corresponding high quality fittings needed to upgrade control cables and hydraulic lines for motorcycles. Ideal for modern and classic machines for road, track or dirt, Venhill Workshop kits are suitable for professional mechanics, racing teams, enthusiast bike builders and DIY repairers alike.

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Regular and accurate tyre pressure checks are crucial for any motorcycle or scooter; even the smallest deviation can affect fuel economy, tyre wear, handling and stability. Venhill – specialist manufacturers of high performance brake lines and control cables – have introduced two Tyre Pressure Gauges to their range of motorcycle specific tools; one for regular applications and the other for low pressure tyres (e.g. trials and speedway). The VT32 Gauge has a pressure range of 0-60Psi (0 to 4 Bar), so is ideal for use with most road and off-road bikes, scooters and cars.
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Motorcycle control specialists Venhill have introduced the option of black fittings for their Powerhose Plus range of braided hoses - ideally suited to complement the understated paint schemes of bikes like the Kawasaki Z1000 Black, Harley-Davidson's Iron 883 and the Yamaha FZ8 in midnight black. The steel fittings are electro-plated for a high quality durable finish and are designed to swivel for hassle-freee fitting. Featuring a DuPont® Teflon® core and marine grade stainless steel braiding, Venhill braided lines are available in a wide range of colours too, including black, white and even orange.

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Venhill – specialists in brake lines for more than 40 years – have introduced a race style braided kit for the 2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R aimed at riders looking to upgrade their existing set up. The new kit incorporates two braided lines, running directly from the master cylinder on the handlebars to each of the Kawasaki’s radially-mounted calipers, helping to evenly distribute pressure to each caliper and reduce overheating of fluid. This set-up also helps eliminate the need for complex cable layouts and ‘T pieces’, where pressure loss can occur.
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124 piece Britool Expert tool kit is ideal for home mechanics

124 piece Britool Expert tool kit is ideal for home mechanics

Britool Expert has added a 124 piece tool set to its competitively-priced, mid-level range. Ideal for the mechanic or engineer planning to build up a tool kit from scratch, the E034806B set contains all the items required for day-to-day use, eliminating the need to source tools individually while saving money. The kit seems to hold most of the item.

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