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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: SHARP helmet ratings released

    The first ratings by SHARP (Safety Helmet Assessment and Rating Programme) set up by the UK Department for Transport have been released. Road Safety Minister Jim Fitzpatrick said “"If all riders wore the safest helmets available 50 lives could be saved each year. That is why we started the...

    Started by Bob, 12th June 2008 23:17
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  2. Sticky Thread Sticky: Shoe size chart

    The shoe size thing keeps coming up so I made this: http://jwalshiv.50webs.org/Shoes/shoes.htm I hope it helps.

    Started by James Deuce, 5th November 2008 23:14
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  1. Question What type of tank protector do people use? if any

    I'm starting to scuff up my tank on the sides- from my knees. The bike isnt a keeper but I would like to keep it in good condition if I can. So what options are there

    Started by Tryhard, 19th March 2010 21:16
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  2. Tinted visor - an opinion

    Had the tinted visor just over a month now. In case anyone is wondering what they are like, as I was before I bought one, here is a quick opinion. I was initially worried about getting one that was too dark but I ended up getting the dark smoke version anyway (Arai helmet, BTW). I was...

    Started by slofox, 17th February 2010 17:25
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  3. Rev'it jacket & pants - are they any good?

    I'm needing some gear to get me back on the road and was wondering what gear to look for and what to avoid, i was looking at some Rev'it stuff anygood?

    Started by Dirk, 16th March 2010 05:22
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  4. Thumbs up Road-rashed gear and ACC?

    Can anyone out there tell me for sure what the story is with gear damaged, made unuseable after an off and ACC,I seem to remember that if your gear was written off you can get it rpelaced by ACC as part of their rehabilitation. Cheers in advance and yes I;ll take any amount of ribbing with a grain...

    Started by caseye, 18th February 2010 07:24
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  5. Qmoto - purchasing gear over the internet

    Just been through purchasing Qrace jacket and pants from Qmoto. I have to say what excellent service I received. I was nervous about buying over the internet, however Qmoto just made it a breeze. They responded to every email, often within minutes. Answered my 50 questions. A full money back...

    Started by andyc, 18th March 2010 17:52
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  6. Cnell top boxes

    Just wondering if anyone has the cnell top box (large preferrably) and if it is adequate for a Suzuki DL1000. I could get a GIVI but for 4-5x as much $ just wondering if the cnell is adequate. Thanks.

    Started by jmesax, Yesterday 09:58
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  7. Question Goretex

    Currently looking at new riding gear as my old Spidi gear is getting pretty tired. Have had plenty of conversations with sales guys giving the usual 100% waterproof claims but would actually like to find some gear that lives up to the claim. The more you talk to people the more you here is that...

    Started by banditrider, 17th January 2010 12:12
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  8. What sort of gear is a must for trail riding?

    Hey all, I just bought a bike to get into some trail riding. What sort of gear should I buy as a must have? Aside from boots and a lid that is.

    Started by pj.elliott, 18th March 2010 18:55
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  9. How to clean leather jacket and pants?

    I've been wearing my leathers (jacket and pants) a lot recently, and they are starting to smell a little bit. They get hung up at the end of every day. What's a safe way to clean them? I was tossing up soaking them in cold water over night with a couple of teaspoons of baking soda. That's...

    Started by p.dath, 7th March 2010 17:11
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  10. Req rental of ladies pants and boots for weekend!!

    anyone know where to get? spent the day on the phone to most of the rental places only to find out they dont hire without bike hire. any help appreciated. looking at leaving tomorow avo

    Started by el_scor_cho, 11th March 2010 16:45
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  11. Mount for Navman

    We have a Navman SmartST 2009 that we would like to mount on one of our bikes. Has anyone managed to do this with this model? I've googled and haven't come up with anything so far. Definately can't use the sucker windscreen mount, it falls off the plastic screen after a minute or so. Any...

    Started by mazz1972, 24th February 2010 22:51
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  12. Rocks in the head - or why fullface helmets are better

    Now I know why fullface helmets are more betterer - apart from stopping wasps getting stuck up between helmet and forehead... Sunday's loop took me along Arapuni Road to Putaruru. The Kihikihi end has a couple of clicks worth of new seal on it - as usual covered in loose blue chip. So I take it...

    Started by slofox, 16th March 2010 10:37
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  13. Nolan N103 flip face Helmet

    After reading about the N102's that have generally positive reviews on this site - I started looking at Nolan flip face helmets. The upgraded model (The 103) arrives at the distributors (Eurobike Wholesale) this week and will be in shops with a RRP of $599. Looks like it addresses the...

    Started by Tank, 7th July 2008 10:07
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  14. Tinted visor with optional antifog

    I went to buy a tinted visor yesterday and the great sales guy up sold me to an antifog tinted visor. None in stock of the tint i wanted so i have ordered one in. Now i am wondering 1. how good it'l actually be? and 2. whether its going to be worth the extra $$ as its nearly twice the price! Does...

    Started by zealchick, 14th March 2010 19:59
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  15. Cordura lifespan?

    Hi all Heres a question: How long does cordura last? Obviously within context of bike jacket/pants The reason I ask is that I have a pair of Spidi pants that I got back about 2002/3 that I have worn commuting and for general riding and am still using.

    Started by tracyprier, 12th March 2010 20:21
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  16. Suitable panniers for a small cruiser?

    Hi. I'm currently looking to try and fit some panniers on my bike as I will be heading up country shortly. Problem is, my cruiser (Keeway Supershadow) is very small, and many panniers look to large for it. I'm not worried about the mounting, can figure something out. But has anyone come across...

    Started by Katiepie, 4th March 2010 21:11
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  17. Interphone F4

    last week i went to cycletreads and bought a pair of the F4's i have been using them around the house to get a feel for their use but today i went for a ride with my 14 year old boy on the back to see what they are like on the bike first impresions ? rather unevent full, they did what...

    Started by rob 0, 19th December 2009 12:03
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  18. Best MP3 players?

    am a pillion rider and wonder if anyone could advise what would be the best mp3 player to get? (sorry,can't seem to find any recent threads on this subject) ....cheers

    Started by boz, 8th March 2010 15:54
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  19. I'm looking for a Shift dealer

    Hi all, Just wondering if anyone knows any dealers that sell shift gear. Motomail sadly don't have the size I want. I'm after a Medium Shift Vendetta Black Etched Jacket. Thanks for the help

    Started by Ice_Monsta, 11th March 2010 16:09
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  20. 1 Tonne cordura gear wet weather review

    Been using my 1 Tonne gear for about 6 months now so it must be time for a review. Not much point in a dry weather review and since i've just come home from 2 hours riding in the rain i have a good base to review the wet weather side of it. First up is the Red Codura Touring Jacket and i love...

    Started by sil3ntwar, 30th November 2009 12:43
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  21. DIY "acoustic tube" MP3 earplugs for under $5.

    I find earing normal "earbud" (aka canalphone, in ear headphones, etc) under a helmet to be pretty uncomfortable, the bulk of the "driver" (speaker to we lay folk) tends to push against your ear and the helmet, and well, after about an hour, I find it unbearable. Last night I had a brainwave, I...

    Started by sleemanj, 7th March 2010 18:24
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  22. Paint repair for minor fairing scrape. suppliers anyone?

    HI. well, as i came to a slow stop a cple of days ago, in my absent mindedness i did not see the pot hole looming towards the underside of my front wheel. and obviously as bloody luck would have it, the place i came to rest was with my front wheel stuck right in the bloody pot hole, on an off...

    Started by rapid van cleef, 8th March 2010 19:35
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  23. Mohsin leathers. Any good?

    I was just perusing trademe and I noticed some rather cheap leathers from a brand called Mohsin. before I jumped in I wondered if anyone here had tried them? Cheers!

    Started by ColonelSponz, 16th October 2007 17:42
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  24. New helmet: best I've ever worn

    got me first REAL FITTING helmet today, ok so i started on a half face "BUBBLE HEAD" scootler helmet, then moved to a afer full face but an asian brand, i only wanted the dual visor thingy, then today my 1tonne modular helmet arrived today, it was not only more than i expcted but it actually snugly...

    Started by 16silver, 5th June 2009 12:57
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  25. Shops for motorcycle gear in Auckland?

    Visiting Auckland briefly in a few weeks and will be looking for some replacement riding gear for myself & hubby - cordura jacket, boots, gloves and maybe even jeans. Will visit the Motomail store, but wondering if there is anywhere else in Auck that has a really good range of gear, especially...

    Started by mazz1972, 23rd February 2010 15:49
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