Over at arc-on the previous seasons suits have seen a redesign and launch in the form of the Evolution suit, available in one or two piece formats, and the new Evolution glove to match. Previous years experience in racing have given them a decent spec sheet to sing from, even if you name is not one that you have seen before, considering that a load of BSB racers choose arc-on to protect their skins you can be sure that for the money you are getting a cracking valued suit and gloves.
Shark Helmets is taking the unprecedented step of releasing a selection of new 2012 colour options into the UK dealer network early, just a few months before the French manufacturer unveils the rest of the 2012 range. The Vision –R helmet, introduced in 2011, is the first model to bring a new theme early, as the Syntic offers three different colour options, featuring fresh and bold designs with blocks of colour and thin lines running through. Designed, as the name suggests, with added sight in mind, the Vision -R currently has the largest visor aperture on the market. The Syntic is available in black/grey/white, white/red/black and white/black/grey and priced at £279.99.
In the all weather, sport riding range from Alpinestars we have the latest T-Fuel WP (waterproof) jacket, the unique style of the T-Fuel WP is accentuated by the bespoke leather trimming and bold, clean lines. A waterproof and breathable membrane, generous storage and CE certified protection deliver a jacket that is both stylish and versatile. The shorter, sport cut of this jacket lends itself well to those on sport and sport touring bikes and comes in sizes Small to 4XL.
The brand new NEOTEC helmet is Shoei’s first system helmet that boasts a drop-down sun visor and as you would expect, immediately sets new standards in innovation, style and of course safety for a helmet of this type. After a successful launch at both Motorcycle Live and the London Excel show, where interest in the NEOTEC was beyond all expectations, the NEOTEC has now arrived in the UK to phenomenal demand at Feridax - with first shipments completely selling out.
Triumph Motorcycles, the UK’s biggest selling manufacturer of +500cc bikes, has unveiled ambitious plans to kick off 2012 with three new bikes; the Tiger Explorer, the Speed Triple R and a Steve McQueen-inspired version of the classic Bonneville T100. While the new ride-by-wire, 1200cc Explorer signals the Hinckley firm’s clear intention to capitalize on the fast growing adventure bike market, the all-new Steed Triple R shows further radical evolution of the class-defining naked sports bike.
A glittering firework-fuelled celebration will mark the first of two new Harley-Davidson dealer showrooms next weekend as the legendary Motor Company adds to its UK network. The Stratstone group, which already has two Harley dealerships in Birmingham and Wolverhampton, will strengthen its hold on the Midlands with the official opening of Stoke Harley-Davidson on Friday 4 November. One day later, bonfire night will be marked by the official launch of Maidstone Harley-Davidson by Laguna motorcycles – a family-run company with a strong heritage of successfully owning and operating showrooms for prestige motorcycle brands in the Kent region.
R&G Racing has released the first available Tail Tidy to radically sharpen the appearance of the 2012 Honda Fireblade’s rear end. Crafted from 2mm thick stainless steel for lightness and powder-coated black for a high quality finish, the Tail Tidy is easy to install and comes with comprehensive, step-by-step fitting instructions. Currently the only product of its type available for the 2012 Honda CBR1000RR, the £79.99 Tail Tidy features an ultra bright LED number plate light and can retain the standard Honda indicators or be used with R&G’s own Micro Indicators (£27.49).
