Shine with the Doctor this winter

SDoc100 - specialists in premium care products for motorcycles - have introduced a Winter Cleaning Kit containing everything required to care for their machine throughout the winter riding season.

Left unchecked, salt, water and road debris cause irreparable damage to motorcycle components, with unsightly and potentially costly and dangerous results from corrosion.

Finding the time and the right combination of products to combat this quickly, easily and effectively can be difficult, so SDoc100 have combined some of their key care products in the Winter Cleaning Kit, to help riders stay on top of the job.

First up is SDoc100's award winning Total Gel Cleaner, which is specially formulated to remove road grime, dirt, and grease without scrubbing; so there's no risk of damage to paint and metalwork, and it even contains a high degree of protection against UV and corrosion.

Once thoroughly cleaned, an application of SDoc100 Corrosion Protectant helps shield metal parts against the effects of road salt, as well as lubricating, displacing moisture, and stopping any existing corrosion in its tracks.

The drive chain is especially susceptible to corrosion and damage during winter, so the Winter Cleaning Kit also contains Chain Cleaner and Chain Lube; to help remove spent grease and grit from the links and then ensure that they're properly lubricated.

It isn't just metal components that suffer during the winter, so the kit contains Paint and Plastic Polish to help remove fine scratches, revitalise colour, and protect bodywork from UV bleaching. Black & Shine spray makes black engine, frame and bodywork look like new.

Supplied in a bucket, to help with product application and rinsing, everything falls easily to hand ready for the next cleaning session. There is even a microfibre cloth and sponge, as well as a free sample Visor and Helmet wipe.

Retails at around £44.99 the SDoc100 Winter Cleaning Kit is available from dealers or direct from Motohaus Powersports. Contact them on 01256 704909 or visit www.sdoc100.co.uk for details on this and the complete range of SDoc100 motorcycle care products.

Keis squad turns on the heat

Winter temperatures in the UK can drop to -10 °C (14 °F) by night and in the day rarely rise above 15 °C (59 °F), which makes it challenging to stay warm while riding a motorcycle, no matter how many layers are worn. Hands and feet will feel cold more quickly in low temperatures, as the body restricts blood flow from the extremities in order to maintain core temperature. Heated clothing provides a permanent solution.

Designed specifically for motorcyclists, KEIS heated apparel uses the latest Encapsulated Element Technology to provide reliable, even heating. For this season the Keis bodywarmer has been updated with extra power sockets and new under gloves introduced too.

Manufactured from light weight stretch material, KEIS inner gloves (RRP £49.99) are thin enough to wear under motorcycle gloves without restricting movement. Like all Keis garments they come with a fused supply lead designed to be connected across a 12v vehicle battery. In addition the updated X5 Bodywarmer (RRP £99.99) now has integral Auxiliary power sockets to allow convenient connection of Gloves and Insoles (RRP £44.99).

Powering the Gloves and/or Insoles via the Bodywarmer reduces the amount of cabling and gives the rider the option of using rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Packs, instead of the motorcycle battery, allowing use both on and off the bike.

Available in a range of sizes from XS-XL, call 01256 704909 or visit www.keisapparel.co.uk for more information.