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Warm as toast withKEiS says Clarkey

Here’s an idea (and weighing in at under £100 an excellent Christmas pressie plan), Heated Apparel from KEIS. One battery powered body warmer (with expansion sockets for heated gloves and insoles) and your problem is sorted!

Read Dave Clarke's review of the new KEiS X5 Bodywarmers - and see the video, on the Bridgestone Bikers Blog.

Crash course from SW Motech

Low speed and static tumbles are not only embarrassing, they can be very costly; damaged engine casings and bodywork can disrupt or even halt journeys completely, and can be expensive to repair or replace. More commonplace during winter months, when wet leaves, frost and ice can cause riders to lose footing and tyres to lose traction, it is advisable for any rider to take precautions by fitting crash bars.

Constructed from heavy-duty steel, SW-Motech Crash Bars form a protective barrier around the areas liable to damage caused by low speed falls, and can help protect casings and fairings during impacts with other vehicles and in slides and falls at higher speeds.

Although tough, they’re lightweight and unobtrusive, and each set is tailor made to fit the relevant machine; so they add minimal width. In addition, Crash Bar and components are sandblasted and powder coated to help prevent corrosion and blend with the machine’s styling. As well as providing protection, Crash bars are also useful for mounting accessories such as auxiliary fog lamps; ideal for extra safety during the winter riding season.

SW-Motech kits normally require no modifications or cutting of bodywork to fit, and come complete with all the required mounting materials and instructions. New models covered for this winter include the Ducati 1200 Multistrada (£148.06 including VAT), Honda CBF1000 (£128.31), Kawasaki Z1000 (£138.19), Triumph Street Triple (£138.19) and Yamaha Super Tenere 1200 (£157.93). For further information contact Motohaus Powersports on 01256 704909 or visit www.motohaus.com

A handy addition from KEiS

Heated clothing specialists, KEiS, have added Heated Grips to their winter 2010/11 collection; ideal for those planning to ride through the coldest season.

Designed to provide continual, controllable warmth, KEiS Heated Grips reduce the need for bulky, insulated gloves, which can impair control and feel - crucial for winter riding, where conditions require careful operation of the throttle, clutch and front brake.

Each set comes with a combined on/off and temperature control switch, which is easily operated with gloved hands, and can be handlebar or bodywork mounted for quick operation. There are two temperature settings, so riders can tailor the heat level to the conditions.

The Grip surface is designed to offer control and feel, and is resistant to cracking. Both this and the electrical components are manufactured to resist moisture and low temperatures too, for a long service life. In addition, the switch has relay protection - to reduce the risk of shorting - and is tested to more than 100,000 usages for reliability.

Suitable for most machines with 7/8 inch handlebars, KEiS Heated Grips come complete with everything needed to install, require no glue to fix in place, and have open ends to accommodate bar ends where required.

KEiS Heated Grips are part of the complete range of KEiS Heated Apparel and accessories, and are priced £49.98 including VAT. Call 01256 704909 or visit www.keisapparel.co.uk for more information.

XENA's Bullett with Bite

XENA Security has developed a range of stainless steel U-locks to complement its leading alarmed disc-locks.

Like the disc-locks, these ultra high security U-locks are made with high-grade materials and employ innovative design. The name Bullett derives from the unique locking mechanism, which is housed inside a removable "bullet" shape unit - no tools are required as the key operates the locking function and provides access for maintenance, or to re-key.

Constructed from high-grade stainless, inert gas-hardened and chro-moly steels, the 18mm shackle resists cutting and drilling, as well as attacks using an ice spray, a substance that thieves commonly use to render cheaper materials brittle and thus easier to crack.

The double-locking mechanism secures both ends of the shackle and the U-bar is designed to resist attempts to twist it open in either direction, in the unlikely event that one side is cut free.

Like all XENA disc-locks, the Bullett locks use a key and barrel that is manufactured in-house, with 250,000 possible key combinations and a pickproof drill-resistant key entry.

Tested and approved by independent European bodies (e.g. SRA in France and VAT in Finland) XENA locks are highly resistant to the elements to provide years of trouble-free service.

Available in two sizes - 108mm x 270mm (internal loop width) at £75 and 108mm x 310mm at £115 - XENA Bullett locks are available from Motohaus Powersports, T, 01256 704909 / www.motohaus.com

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.