Best Buys: In terms of value for money VS function these are our highest rated
R&G Racing Shocktube
We Said: A real gem of a product, cheap cheerful and does its job incredibly well. Its not just for road bikes too as this nifty little product has been fitted to IOM race bikes - weight saving compared to a hugger? loads...
Fitting the ShockTube is simple and other than a bit of fiddling about in tight spaces the instructions cover everything needed, it comes with plenty of cable ties to get a secure fit too.
When it comes to value for money there is no real argument, for the sake of a few pounds you get a product that will vastly increase the longevity of your rear shock and save you having unsightly pits and rust - if you already have a bit of wear on your shock it covers nicely and helps tidy up your back end.
Recommended!
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We Said: A thin and grippy rubber makes a nice change from the usual thick plasticky units you find and coupled with the decent heat you get through the bars it makes the R&G grips worth a look.
This is especially the case when you consider the price though, at £29.99 they are a steal and seem to be no better or worse quality than their main rivals charging twice (and some nearly triple) the price.
R&G Heated Grips
We Said: A thin and grippy rubber makes a nice change from the usual thick plasticky units you find and coupled with the decent heat you get through the bars it makes the R&G grips worth a look.
This is especially the case when you consider the price though, at £29.99 they are a steal and seem to be no better or worse quality than their main rivals charging twice (and some nearly triple) the price.
This next item has been awarded the Recommended accolade in equipment for generally being a bloody good tyre, the Dunlop Sportsmart performed well above expectations on a California Superbike School day out on track but equally well on wet and dry roads for fast and commuter riding which is a difficult ask from an all rounder.
Dunlop Sportmax Sportsmart
We Said: I am looking for an area I can knock points of the Sportsmart and I just cant find one, dry grip was impeccable and wet grip was fantastic when up to temperature.
Overall I am disappointed that I did not get to wear these tyres right down to their limits which for someone who is spoilt for choice of new tyres to review can only mean I really like this particular tyre, my previous Dunlop review was less than satisfactory but I am pleased to report that the Sportsmart is not only a great tyre but a worthy contender for your cash when its new rubber time.
Overall I am disappointed that I did not get to wear these tyres right down to their limits which for someone who is spoilt for choice of new tyres to review can only mean I really like this particular tyre, my previous Dunlop review was less than satisfactory but I am pleased to report that the Sportsmart is not only a great tyre but a worthy contender for your cash when its new rubber time.
