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BIKES REVIEWED IN THIS ISSUE

Sur-Ron Light Bee An electrified off-road ride

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The dual-sport dream machine

AJS Insetto 125

The mostt powerfful AJS scooter to datte

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Surviving roundabouts

They may seem scary – but they don’t have to be

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Worrkshop esssentials buyer’s guide Looking after your bike needn’t be difficult, but it helps to have the right kit

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Testing the all-round agility of Honda’s latest A2 licence trail bike

INSIDE: NEWS UPDATES ● UK EVENTS IN BRIEF ● PRODUCT SHOP WINDOW ● LEGAL ADVICE ● E-BIKE NEWS ● RIDING TIPS ● PRODUCT REVIEWS ● BRAND FOCUS ● CLASSIFIED ADVERTS

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Police officer cleared of using tactical contact to stop mugger PC Edwin Sutton faced the sack from the Met Police after he was accused of breaching professional standards by using a ‘dangerous’ method to stop a suspected moped mugger in 2017. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), however, has cleared PC Sutton of any wrongdoing.

PC Sutton took action when he saw a suspected handbag thief escaping the scene of the crime on a moped, and employed tactical contact to stop the rider in his tracks. The moped rider was hurt and admitted to hospital with leg injuries. Following a two-year investigation, the Independent Office for Police

Conduct has cleared PC Sutton of any wrongdoing and admitted he was ‘taking his duties seriously when he decided to take some action’.

As part of a crackdown on mopedenabled crime, the use of ‘tactical contact’ has been advocated by the Met Police. Previously, officers feared being jailed or sacked if moped riders were injured during high-speed chases, and they’d also have to stop pursuing suspects if they removed their helmets. That’s no longer the case, and as a result of the new approved tactics, moped-enabled crime has plummeted. In fact, police say from January to October 2017

Django gets an update

Peugeot’s popular Django retro scooter range gets some major updates for 2019, with clean-running Euro 4 compliant four-stroke engines across all models and a host of new colour options.

Inspired by Peugeot's S55 scooter of the 1950s, the Django blends vintage style with modern technology.

For 2019 the smallest member of the family, the Django 50, comes right up-to-date, swapping it’s two-stroke engine for a fully Euro 4 compliant four-stroke unit, increasing fuel economy and reducing emissions of CO2 and hydrocarbons.

Th Thee Django 150 ret urns to t he range,

powered by a Euro 4 compliant engine, and comes with ABS as standard for 2019, bringing it in line with the 125cc version.

All-new colour options are available throughout the range, with two-tone options of Deep Ocean Blue and New Orange, as well as two sporty single colour 55s in Deep Ocean Blue and Cherry Red, plus a sophisticated, understated gloss Grey, for those who believe that less is more.

Retail prices are as follows: •Django 50 2019 4T - £2,699 •Django 125 2019 ABS - £3,199 •Django 150 2019 ABS - £3,299 • Info: www.peugeotmotoc ycles.co.uk

there were 19,455 moped-enabled offences across London, while from January to October last year there were 12,419 offences.

And yet PC Sutton’s decision to make a ‘pre-emptive stop’ was described by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) as ‘disproportionate and unreasonable in the circumstances’ and constituted gross misconduct. The tribunal rejected this statement, ruling that PC Sutton’s ‘decision to block the rider was a reasonable one’ because he had spotted the bag and ‘formed the not unreasonable decision that it may have been part of a crime’.

Kawasaki buys up more Modenas shares

Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) has increased its stake in Malaysian company Modenas, upping its amount of shares in the engine company from 19 to 30%.

It’s an increase in the relationship that started when KHI became a technical partner to Modenas in 1995. Reports suggest that KHI has also bought 52 million convertible preference shares in Modenas. This means that if Modenas hit certain undisclosed targets that were agreed between the company and

KHI, the 52 million shares become active. Should that happen, then KHI’s interest in Modenas will rise to 48%.

The Malaysian company also sells re-badged models from Indian company Bajaj. These have largely been developed in partnership with KTM; models like the Modenas Dominar and Pulsar models which are closely linked with the Bajaj Dominar and Pulsar models, which, in turn, are based on shared designs with KTM’s Duke 200 and 390.

With such a link between the

brands already established, and with KHI looking to seriously up its stake in the Modenas company, could there be a future co-op between KHI and KTM – at least in the small bike, Asian and emerging economies sector? Right now it seems a touch far-fetched, but should Modenas reach the secret performance targets and KHI ramps up its involvement to 48%, it would leave the Japanese factory with a sizeable influence on future relationships in the lucrative small bike sector.

Suzuki GSX-SF 250 tech spec leaked Introducing the new Suzuki GSX-SF 250, a mini-GSX-S1000F lookalike with a piggy-back silencer, just over 25bhp and tipping the scales at 161kg wet.

The details come from a leak first spotted in India by top site Motoroids.

The site managed to get its hands on two photos of the upcoming motorcycle that is currently slated to be part of the India-emergingmarkets raft of new models for 2020 from the Japanese company, and could end up as a tack-on for European distributors if demand is high enough.

What we can see from the photos taken from an early brochure page proof is that the bike is getting Suzuki’s four-stroke, single-cylinder, oil-cooled SOHC, 4-valve 249cc motor. It’s making just over 26bhp of power at 9,000rpm and 16.6lb.ft of torque at 7,500rpm.

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Confusing

Hi, In Mikko's product review on Keis heated clothing (issue 24), he suggests changing the fuse protecting an accessory socket if it is too low for the garment's draw.

The fuse is there to protect the bike's loom and will be rated to the wiring. By using a higher rated fuse you will risk damaging the bike's wiring to the extent that it could overheat and potentially burn out.

If the socket doesn't meet the power demand, the garment

Fuel injection on the bike means it’s clean enough for a Euro market, and with a short wheelbase of 1,345mm and an 800mm seat height, it will physically be easy to get on with for beginners or riders looking

to downsize their bike.

Specs are pretty high for a small bike. It’d sell in Europe, no doubt, but at the minute we’ve not heard anything from Suzuki if it’ll make it to British shores.

should be run directly from the battery using the connector supplied with most electric kits. On smaller machines it’s worth checking the alternator's output too, as this will limit the available power.

comes up at barely half of the required power cut-off for a full licence?

Hope this makes sense.

Chas Jones

CBT on a 150cc?

Hi, Just wondered whether I could go by the kilowatt rating of my scooter when looking to ride on my CBT licence assessment, as my 150cc

Greig Tasker As we understand it, the critical wording in the legislation is 'up to'. It matters not a jot if your 150cc only produces around 7kw or 8kW, the ruling states that magical 'up to' clause so, in effect, your 150cc is over the 125cc limit, even though your power output might not be. Sorry.

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Free trainiing day for young riders The British Superbikke School at Blyton Park, Gainsborough h, is running a free training day for you ung riders aged between 15 and 17 on July 25, 2019.

You’ll get to use a new Yamaha R3, helmet, leathers, glo oves and boots courtesy of Yamahaa’s partner, Track Bike Hire UK, and you’ll be assigned a personal track coach who will be with

New Burgman to be unveiled shortly?

Recently we’ve heard whispers that there’s a new Suzuki Burgman on the way for 2020, which will be brought into line with the fast approaching Euro 5 regulations. Aside from that, we don’t expect to see too many changes - after all, the Burgman’s already a hugely successful machine, so it’s unlikely Suzuki’s going to mess around too much with its winning formula.

We’ve heard that the first new Suzuki

Burgmans for 2020 will be heading to Indonesia. At the minute, there’s a 150cc available there, but rumours suggest that there’s a bigger displacement model on the way (in either 170cc or 180cc form). The new Indonesian model would likely be the base for development of European models, either as a 125cc or 200cc.

Regarding the larger capacity Burgman 400 and 650, we’ve not heard

a thing. The maxi-scooters are definitely due a bit of a design update, but whether that’ll happen or not is not clear at this stage. Instead, the only safe bet is that its engines will be adapted and re-developed for the impending Euro 5 introduction.

Chances are we’ll see the new scooters at the big bike shows towards the end of the year – if we don’t see them in Asia before, of course.

the rider on track to try and make the day as safe possible.

The track is marshalled by Blyton and its own coaches, with two teams of paramedics and a fire truck in attendance. Permission is required from parent or guardian who must attend all day – 8am to 5pm.

• Info: www.britishsuperbikeschool.com

Motorway junctions missed by 3-in-1 car drivers As if it’s not bad enough that motorcyclists and scooterists have to contend with other road users doing things like using mobile phones, drink-driving or driving under the influence of drugs when out on British roads, there’s now a report that says a third of drivers are so dozy about driving on motorways that they miss a junction because they claim that signs are obscured.

Large vehicles and overgrown bushes have apparently come under the spotlight after a report by the group, Transport Focus, which found that 29% of drivers say that they’d driven past a motorway junction they needed because a large vehicle had

blocked their view (clearly the concept of slowing down or changing lane in time hadn’t occurred to the driver in question). Nearly half also said that overgrown trees or bushes blocked the very large blue motorway sign, whilst just over a third claimed that the sign itself was in such a poor state of repair that they couldn’t read it. Only 47% of those who took part in the report said that they use Sat Nav systems on the motorway.

Transport Focus said that, based on its report, Highways England should 'review the position of junction numbers on road signs to ensure maximum visibility for the safety and convenience of all road users'.

Rural speed limits putting road users at risk

Brake is calling for a review of speed limits on rural roads, saying the current limit gives a false impression that 60mph is a safe speed.

The road safety charity recently published the findings of a survey which suggests 60% of drivers feel unsafe travelling at the 60mph limit on rural single-carriageway roads.

Less than a quarter of respondents (23%) stated that 60mph is a safe speed for a vehicle on a road where there may be people on foot, bicycles and horses.

The majority of drivers (81%) either wanted, or were ambivalent, about a reduction to the default 60mph limit on rural roads, with 19% objecting to a reduction.

Most rural roads in the UK have a 60mph speed limit - the national default for single carriageway roads. However, Brake says many of these roads are ‘unsuited to high speeds’ as they are often narrow, with blind bends, brows and no pavements or cycle paths.

Statistics show that approximately 40% of all deaths on Britain’s roads occur on rural single-carriageway roads. On average, 17 people are

The UK’s least frustrating places to drive

killed or seriously injured on these roads every day.

Joshua Harris, director of campaigns for Brake, said: “Drivers have made their views clear – travelling at 60mph on rural roads doesn’t feel safe to them, and the majority would support or not object to the limit being reduced. The current default limit gives a false impression that 60mph is a safe speed and this is putting everyone who uses our rural roads at risk.

With 17 people killed or seriously injured on these roads every day, the

Government must review the default speed limit with a view to its reduction. Looking ahead to the publication of the Government’s new road safety action plan, we urge a focus on speed reduction, both in our towns and cities, but also on the country’s many winding and narrow single-carriageway rural roads that are often overlooked, but where so many of our road deaths and serious injuries occur.

Simply put, slowing down vehicles save lives.”

Vehicle finance provider Moneybarn has standardised the latest data available across 47 UK regions for key driver annoyances, including the number of speed cameras, potholes, traffic and delays, to determine which UK areas are

the best and worst places to drive. It turns out that the East Riding of Yorkshire is regarded as the least frustrating place to drive while, unsurprisingly, driving in Greater London is the most frustrating for motorists.

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Sinnis Akuma 125 now on sale

Sinnis recently unveiled its all-new Akuma 125cc. With its 800mm seat height, ‘fat-tyres’, adjustable rear suspension, USD front suspension, all-round LED lighting and large 14-litre fuel tank, this machine is sure to become one of the top choices for learner-legal transport.

Chris Grayling, Secretary of State for Transport

MAG meets Secretary of State for Transport Chris Grayling, Secretary of State for Transport, met the Motorcycle Action Group recently to discuss transport policy, the environment and the role of motorcycles in reducing emissions.

Mr Grayling and MAG met to discuss his position on transport and the environment, and to establish the extent to which he has considered powered two and three wheelers as part of the transport solution, especially in urban areas.

Lembit Öpik, MAG’s Director of Communications and Public Affairs, explains: "MAG has spent much time and effort on the environmental agenda and the Minister seemed impressed with this. We explored the technical aspects and we agreed to send him further information. We also spoke about how motorbikes are part of the micro-mobility option, to encourage travel with the smallest feasible vehicles."

The Minister also understands the need to innovate in the sector. He said: "The British motorcycle industry failed to respond to the

competitive environment in the 1960s. As a consequence, it was sidelined for decades – until it re-invented itself with a good, new, long-term strategy. That’s what seems to be driving the success of Triumph and others now." Clearly, he approves of that success and of the vision it took to re-invent British motorcycle manufacturing.

MAG believes Mr Grayling will give powered two-wheelers their rightful space on Britain’s roads as long as he is presented with the right evidence.

This should also lead to a further dialogue with his team. There are clear benefits in terms of road space and environmental footprint, and these could play a key role in the Minister’s thinking on motorbikes and scooters.

Lembit added: "At a time when British politics is generally in flux, it’s a refreshing change to meet someone in power who puts doing the right thing first. MAG can do business with him and that’s definitely an encouraging outcome of this meeting."

The Akuma also features a multi-colour changing dash, exoskeleton over-frame design, 5-speed manual gearbox, upright ergonomic seating position, dynamic daylight running lights and, of course, a ‘bullet-proof’ engine, which has been tried and

tested in the brand's hugely successful mini-adventure machine, the Terrain.

Priced at £1999 + OTR, it also comes with a two-year warranty in addition to AA relay, recovery and assistance for one year.

• Info: www.sinnismotorcycles.com

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PRODUCT REVIEWS

HJC RPHA 11 Jackson Storm Helmet RRP: £599.99 Reviewer: Andy

Having had the HJC Carbon Lowin RPHA 11 Helmet last year (which replaced a range-topping RX 7), it surprised me with how good a helmet could be – and I liked it a lot. Helmets have moved on since the RX 7 was introduced and HJC are simply at the top of the helmet game with their range-topping RPHA 11. If you’re moving from another brand, you’ll appreciate the race developed (in conjunction with Jorge Lorenzo) finesse incorporated into the RPHA 11, like the ease of use of the visor system and the decent instructions for the Pinlock insert. Each RPHA 11 comes with a smoked visor and a clear

visor for road use that is Pinlock ready. The box contains comprehensive helmet care instructions and a good-quality helmet bag, too. My partner loved the Lowin so much that she’s now using it.

When the Jackson Storm colour scheme was introduced I had to review it. The distinctive black and blue colour scheme looks superb – better than the images, which don’t pick up the fun Disney details and the metallic specs deep in the tough, blue and black paint. This helmet fits like a glove, allows glasses with specifically cut areas and doesn’t move around on your head; the

D ring strap is easy to operate, too.

Vents can be easily adjusted whilst riding and the only thing I’d suggest HJC could improve on would be the visor shutting system, which needs a good push from a gloved hand to close completely whilst riding.

Riding in the HJC is quiet. I like to be able to hear a little of what’s going around and this is just right; it feels really secure too, and the aerodynamic development means there’s no battery from the wind when you turn your head to the side for life-savers, etc.

Weise Outlaw Jacket RRP: £149.99 Reviewer: Mau Weise describe their new Outlaw Jacket as being 'a tough, edgy jacket that takes on the journey and gets you to the destination'.

Well, I’m not sure about the taking me on a journey bit, but the Thermomix insulation that this jacket comes with as standard certainly helped to keep me warm and cosy during my chilly bike ride in temperatures of only four degrees. Weise market this textile jacket as suitable for use in all four seasons - and that could be either a cold and chilly day (as it was for me), or a warm and sunny day reminiscent of a British summer - so it’s nice to know that the 120g quilted thermal liner can be quickly and easily removed when needed.

The jacket’s outer layer is constructed out of 600 Denier Polyester, which Weise say is breathable, waterproof and windproof. The neck opening is adjustable, courtesy of the Neoprene trimmed collar and the Velcro retained closure. Velcro fastenings also feature elsewhere on this garment to provide personal fitment preferences both around the arm cuffs and around

the waist – and sticking with the waist, a comfort stretch fabric connection zip is also fitted to allow the jacket to be attached to Weise jeans. Storage space is taken care of with two internal and four external pockets (the latter having zipper closure). Lastly (but most importantly from a safety perspective), removable CE approved armour is fitted as standard to the shoulder, elbow and back areas. The final safety touch is the reflective detailing, which has been added to help the wearer be seen more easily.

From both a comfort and styling perspective this jacket hits the mark.

The multi adjustment fittings meant that is was fairly easy to find a personal level of adjustment to suit my needs without the jacket feeling tight or loose in any area; and the styling I just love - more so on the neutral grey coloured version of the jacket that I had, where the contrasting slightly darker detail design items stood out even more than on the black version.

In my view, the Weise Outlaw Jacket is well worth its mid-range price and provides a good level of spec for the money. But don’t take my word for it. Pop in to your local Weise dealer and try one on!

• Info: www.thekeycollection.co.uk

The big USP is that the RPHA 11 Jackson Storm's carbon enhanced composite shell is not only extremely strong and safe (SHARP 3 star safety tested, ACU Gold with D ring fastener) but also super light at 1.3kg.

This ready-to-race helmet is a pleasure to use on the road or track and the light weight means appreciably less rider fatigue and even greater safety levels. The helmet is easy to clean and the lining can be removed for washing. It comes with a five-year warranty, although nothing broke on the Lowin and I had to wear

it for 15 months to get one tiny scratch on it.

It doesn’t fog either and although this top-of-the-range HJC costs £599 (from the Sportsbike Shop) it’s money well spent. The price point is lower than the competition. However, the benefit of buying from the world’s largest helmet manufacturer is brilliant usability and safety. If the Jackson Storm was a motorbike it would be a 2019 Kawasaki ZX-10RR or Focus RS – nothing too fancy, simply the best, with the best bits added all in one near perfect package.

If you haven’t tried an RPHA 11 you should. I’m 10,000 miles in and loving RPHA life.

• Info: www.oxfordproducts.com

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PRODUCT SHOP WINDOW BT Next Pro Bluetooth communication system RRP: £234.99 (single) | £409.99 (twin)

Michelin Retrofifitt tyre management system RRP: £79.95 Tyres in poor condition are the second most common mechanical defect contributing to motorcycle accidents, and that’s why Michelin has just launched its first tyre pressure management system for motorcycles, mopeds and scooters.

Created by British technology firm Fit2Go TPMS - a global licensee for Michelin - the new ‘plug and play’ retrofit kit comes with a magnetic display mount, an inductive charger and two sensors, which replace your pride and joy’s original valve caps. It offers the same TPMS technology already widely used for car and commercial vehicle markets (and some larger motorcycles and scooters), but now you can fit it to your own two-wheeler.

Designed to detect loss of pressure, leakage or an increase in temperature, the display provides a highly visual alert and identifies the wheel affected.

Fit2Go TPMS reckons it could significantly reduce the number of motorcycle accidents for which illegal, defective or under-inflated tyres are a contributory factor.

The wireless system features a compact LCD screen, which fits into a magnetic mount. It has a claimed battery life of up to three months, with the addition of a USB-powered inductive charger making it simple to top up when the battery is running low. Once fitted, it displays the pressure of both tyres, with the option of switching from psi to bar, while toggling between front and rear at set intervals, eliminating the need for riders to carry a separate pressure checker.

The Fit2Go technology provides early low pressure warnings if a tyre becomes under-inflated by 15 per cent, an enhanced alert when the pressure either drops by 25 per cent, or should the tyre be over-inflated by 35 per cent or more. It will also alert the rider to high tyre temperatures or fast leakage (at least 2 psi per minute) – a nightmare scenario for any rider, particularly at speed.

“Whatever kind of motorcycle, moped or scooter you ride, you want to have absolute confidence in your tyres, yet few bikes offer any kind of on-board TPMS," said Gary Broadfield, Group Managing Director of Fit2Go TPMS. "Riding on incorrectly inflated rubber or suffering any kind of tyre failure on a motorbike can be catastrophic. Our system continually monitors both tyres and provides precise pressure readings, unlike indirect systems which typically only offer estimates via the bike’s brake sensors. In the event a tyre issue is detected, the rider will see a prominent visual alert on the display unit, which flashes as brightly as the torch on most mobile phones.”

• Info: www.fit2gotpms.com

X-Max replacement clutch system RRP: £ ask Malossi Fly clutch systems are a cost-effective replacement for those owners looking to replace a worn-out clutch assembly and clutch drum at the same time, or just an upgrade to their standard unit. The Fly clutches have been designed and constructed to adapt perfectly to a standard machine and guarantee impeccable performance

from the unit. The clutches are supplied pre-calibrated to the machine after exhaustive testing on Malossi accelerometer benches.

Included in the kit is a clutch Bell, which is a perfect companion to the Fly clutch. Combining these two items gives owners the best in clutch performance, whilst keeping financial outlay to a minimum.

• Info: www.ve-uk.com

Audio experts Midland has just unveiled its latest generation motorcycle Bluetooth communications system, the BT Next Pro, an intercom system which allows communication between riders.

Available in both single and twin units, the BT Next Pro is able to link up to four bikes (including pillions), meaning eight people can communicate. If it’s just one-to-one intercom you’re after, it’ll allow you to talk with up to six people across a range of 1.6km. It doesn’t have to link up to another Midland system either, as it comes with two different connections to allow compatibility with numerous intercom brands.

Other features include a built-in FM radio with RDS and six pre-set stations, music sharing functionality, voice command capabilities, background GPS information and Stereo sound. Its battery will last up to 20 hours, it’s waterproof, and is compatible with all helmets.

• Info: www.bikeittrade.com

RST X-Raid textile jacket and trousers RRP: £259.99 (jacket) | £219.99 (trousers) Taking inspiration from technical military gear, RST’s new textile suit is predominantly aimed at adventure bike riders who rely on their gear to protect them out on the road (and occasionally off-road, too).

Sitting under the British manufacturer’s flagship Adventure III textile range from a price perspective, the X-Raid jacket and trousers are made from Ripstop and Ballistic material to provide strong abrasion resistance. For protection against impact, they come with CE level 2 back, shoulder, elbow and knee armour included as standard. There are also pockets for hip protectors, though you’ll need to buy the armour separately.

The X-Raid features a fixed waterproof drop lining, a removable thermal lining, and plenty of vents and pockets, as well as a map pouch. It also comes with Army-style straps sewn into the left breast, which allows a removable pouch to be clipped into place, providing storage for keys, a wallet or phone, and there is also a small pocket designed specifically to hold keyless ignition fobs.

• Info: www.moto-direct.com

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Furygan Ares ladies gloves RRP: £64.99

Sena Savage open face connected helmet RRP: £289.99 Packed with the South Korean brand's top-quality communication technology, the Savage is equipped with all the technology you’d expect from a top-of-the-line Sena communication system, and it’s capable of bike-to-bike communication, phone calls, turn-by-turn GPS and FM Radio or MP3 music on the move. All functions are controlled using the ‘Jog Dial Control’ built on to the side of Savage, but there’s also voice prompt functionality.

The Savage can connect with up to three riders over a one-mile range for easy bike-to-bike chat. There are HD

Motorcycle gear designed specifically to fit women has always been a bit of a rarity, but Furygan has added to its women’s collection with these new Ares Lady Gloves.

The plain black textile gloves have a thermal, waterproof and breathable lining as well as hard armour on the backs of the knuckles. The palms are reinforced and the index finger on both gloves features an insert that allows you to use touchscreens without the need to remove them.

There's also reflective piping on the fingers and subtle Furygan logos on the knuckles and cuffs. Fastening is quick and easy with just one Velcro strap on each glove, and the short cuffs mean they're easy to wear with textile jackets.

• Info: www.furygan.com

Bluetooth speakers built into the ear cavities and a high-quality microphone hidden in the upper rim of the helmet. Both feature Sena’s advanced Noise Control software to help minimise wind noise. Sena claim the Savage is capable of a talk time of 11 hours and a charging time of just three hours, making it ideal for touring and weekends away.

The helmet is available in three different shell sizes and is made from composite fibreglass for impact resistance, and is fitted with a multi density EPS. The helmet comes with a reinforced chin strap, is available with a choice of two peaks and is fully ECE2205 approved.

• Info: www.motohaus.com

Innovv K2 FULL HD camera system RRP: £289.95 The Innovv K2 is a recently released dual camera system for motorcyclists, which is capable of recording two channels of simultaneous full HD footage at the same time. The system can be controlled using the Innovv mobile app, which allows you to adjust settings, view live video and download or share your footage.

The system consists of two waterproof external cameras that can be mounted anywhere on your bike, and a DVR unit that connects them to the power. Talking about power, the K2 is wired directly to your bike's electrics using an easy-to-use power converter, ensuring that the camera runs seamlessly every time you ride (providing you’ve got a big enough memory card).

The system also offers continuous filming, a parking mode and a movement detection system (which starts filming iff your bike begins to move). It also features GPS, which means you can track speed and record your rides, too.

It’s straightforward to fit and is engineered to be robust, totally weatherproof and reliable. Best of all, it’s compatible with pretty much every bike, including those with CAN bus electrical systems.

• Info: www.innovv.co.uk

The Wipey RRP: £ TBC The brainchild of a team of Slovenian inventors, the aptly named Wipey is a clip-on windscreen wiper for your motorcycle helmet. If you want to get in on the action, they’re now about to start crowdfunding to mass produce the clever bit of kit.

We’ve all been there. The rain’s coming down and you’re not travelling quick enough for the water to disperse with a simple turn of your head. That’s where the Wipey comes in. It’s a lightweight

mini-windscreen wiper and a motor which can be attached to pretty much any helmet using a simple clamping system. Tested up to speeds of 80mph, it should be happy in most scenarios on the road, too.

There are three different wiping intervals, which are activated by pressing the device, or via a Bluetooth remote control on your bike's handlebars. Powered by a conventional battery, it should run for between three and 12 hours off a single charge.

• Info: www.wipey.com

Arai Profile-V helmet RRP: from £379.99 Arai has just unveiled its new mid-level Profile-V helmet to the world. Designed to welcome riders to the iconic brand, the new helmet sits just above the iconic Japanese brand's lowest priced Debut lid in its extensive line-up. But as you’d expect, it’s no budget helmet. It’s stylish and sophisticated in equal measure, blending tried and tested technology with an immediately identifiable, undeniably Arai aesthetic, while offering plush comfort, top-level protection and ease of use in a single package.

Getting into specifics, the Profile-V makes use of a strong outer shell, which works to glance off on impact while maintaining its integrity. It

also comes with a softer one-piece multi-density EPS inner liner to absorb and spread impact energy.

There are also dual intake vents, brow vents and a 3-way chin vent, in addition to five exhausts to remove air. There’s a VAS-V MAX vision visor which is Pinlock ready, and a semi-removable interior which features Facial Contour System (FCS) and speaker pockets.

We’ve managed to get a new Arai Profile-V in on test, so once we’ve got a few miles under our belt with the new lid, we’ll bring you a full review.

First impressions are very positive though. It’s stylish, comfortable and seemingly very safe. Keep your eyes out for the full write-up in the not-too-distant future.

• Info: www.whyarai.co.uk

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We’re interested in all things two wheels – from moped racing right through to custom competitions – and each weekend, there’s a rich cross-section of events up and down the country to suit every taste. To inspire you to get out on two wheels, here’s our pick of events coming up over the next couple of months JULY 5-7

The Lost Rally

The Duke William, Matlock, Derbyshire Bands, beer, Heavy Metal. Pre-booked price £15; OTG £20 – price includes camping.

First 25 to pre-book get a free t-shirt.

• Info: boclostrally@outlook.com www.facebook.com/thelostrally/ JULY 6-7

JULY 20

Kempton Motorcycle Jumble

Kempton Park, Staines Road East, Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex TW16 5AQ

Kempton Jumble accommodates at least 250 stalls of regular traders and is a useful venue for enthusiast clear-outs. There’s a wide selection of stall locations including many under cover. It has a busy market atmosphere and for many in the vintage motorcycling fraternity, it's a social event and meeting point.

• Info: www.kemptonparkautojumble.co.uk AUG 2-4

Withfest 2019

Multiple start points

National Road Rally

The Promenade, Withernsea, East Yorkshire HU19 2DS

If you can ride and can read a map, then this one is for you – there’s a route for everyone from beginners to seasoned riders. You can set your own target between 120 and 540 miles.

• Info: www.nationalroadrally.co.uk/2019/

The biggest free three-day music and bike fest on the east coast. A full weekend of entertainment for all the family.

• Info: info@withernseafestivals.co.uk | www.withernseafestivals.co.uk

JULY 7

Berkshire Motor Show

Prospect Park, Libenrood Road, Reading RG30 2ND All classic bikes and bike clubs welcome. Funfair, hovercraft rides, food, bar, stalls, demos, etc. A charity event in aid of South Central Ambulance Service.

• Info: stephawbery@outlook.com http://www.berkshiremotorshow.co.uk/

AUG 2-4

Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza

South Cerney Airfield, Cirencester GL7 5QD

Set on an ex-wartime airfield, this sprawling show site covers around 200 acres, with surprises around every corner. One of the largest display areas is the motorcycle section featuring over 200 bikes representing from 1911 right up to 2005.

• Info: www.glosvintageextravaganza.co.uk

JULY 14

Thetford & District MCC Charity Bike Show

AUG 3-4

Donington Classic Motorcycle Festival

Thetford Rugby Club, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 1LZ

Stalls, live music, show awards. £4 OTG, under 16 free.

Camping £10 per person.

• Info: thetfordbikeclub@yahoo.co.uk www.thetfordmotorcycleclub.org/

Donington Park, Castle Donington, Derbyshire DE74 2RP One of the UK’s biggest celebrations of historic motorcycling recreating the atmosphere of the 60s, 70s and 80s.

• Info: info@donington-park.co.uk | www.doningtonpark.msv.com AUG 12

Plymouth MegaRide

Plymouth Hoe PL1 2PA

Motorcycle charity ride finishing at Plymouth Hoe. Live bands, food, dealers, fairground rides and raffle.

Minimum £3 charity donation.

• Info: info@plymouthmegaride. co.uk | www.facebook.com/ The-MegaRide-266701703406196

SEPT 22-23

JULY 18-25

Lincolnshire Bike Week

Various locations in Lincolnshire A week-long celebration of all things motorcycle on the scenic east coast of Lincolnshire. Rideouts, track days, beach racing and much more.

Info: adrian@coastaleventscic.org.uk | www.facebook.com/CoastalEventsCIC/

Kop Hill Climb Festival

Kop Hill Road, Princes Risborough, Bucks HP27 0LA This year sees the 10th anniversary of the Kop Hill Climb Festival. Set in the picturesque Chiltern Hills, the non-competitive hill climb, which dates back to 1910, has firmly established itself as a major motoring festival since its resurrection 10 years ago.

• Info: www.kophillclimb.org.uk

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NEWS

SUPERSOCO JOIN FORCES WITH DUCATI

India aims to be emission-free by 2025

Britain’s popular electric motorcycle brand, Super Soco, has unveiled a new limited edition CUx Ducati electric scooter to celebrate the recent worldwide licence agreement between the two brands.

Launched in the UK during 2017, Super Soco offers urban riders a fast, fun, cost-effective and emission-free way to get about town. In 2018, the company became the first electric motorcycle manufacturer to sell over 100 units in the UK, securing over 25% of the overall market and over 33% of

the L1 Class. The CUx electric moped was unveiled at EICMA in 2018 and the standard version arrived in UK dealers in March 2019. It has been an immediate hit with commuters.

The all-new limited edition CUx Ducati comes in the iconic Bologna manufacturer’s red, and features a 60V/30Ah Lithium battery and a 1.3KW Bosch motor. Weighing just 70kg, the scooter offers a range of 40 miles on one charge, whilst the removable battery can be fully recharged in less than seven hours.

The machine features a carbon structural steel frame, which gives less vibration and increased comfort, and an all-in-one wing-style LED tail light maximises visibility of the rider and bike to other road users. Electricity currently costs approximately £0.12 to £0.18 per kWh, so using a Super Soco electric scooter means you will spend less than £1 per 100 miles.

The CUx Ducati machine will cost £2,299, whilst the standard version comes in at £2,099 (both prices after government grant).

Reports suggest the Indian Government is planning to ensure that two-wheelers with a capacity of less than 150cc are emission-free from 2025.

Incredibly, nearly one-sixth of worldwide sales of two-wheelers can be attributed to the Indian subcontinent. In the first quarter of 2019 alone, India sold nearly 22 million two-wheelers, so it should come as no surprise that motorcycles and scooters account for nearly 75% of Indian traffic. As a result of increasing pollution, the Government is claimed to be rolling out a new policy which will encourage the use of electric vehicles.

Indian sources suggest that from April 2023, all three-wheeled vehicles (Tuk Tuks) will be allowed only with emission-free drives From April 2025, these requirements will also apply to all twowheelers below 150cc.

India wants to massively expand the infrastructure for electrically powered vehicles in parallel with the emission requirements, as proved by the Government’s $1.4 billion subsidy for electric and hybrid vehicles. It’ll be interesting to see if other governments follow suit.

Panasonic launches Indian EV charging service

Panasonic has announced the launch of its first smart Electric Vehicle (EV) charging service – Nymbus.

Being rolled out across India, Nymbus is Panasonic’s own charging service for EVs. And it’s aiming to be a one-stop shop, making use of charging stations, swap stations, on-board charges, telematics systems, cloud services, analytics, intuitive dashboards and artificial intelligence in an effort to cater for the growing electric mobility market in India.

For the first phase, Panasonic has partnered with electric mobility service providers SmartE and qQuick to offer the EV charging service for 150 SmartE electric three-wheelers and 25 qQuick two-wheelers in and around Delhi.

For the uninitiated, SmartE is India’s first shared electric mobility service and is the largest electric vehicle operator in the country. It has served over 35 million commuters since its launch more than three years ago. Apart from building an ecosystem of partners in the electric mobility space, SmartE has also set up India’s largest EV charging infrastructure with a capacity to charge more than 800 vehicles concurrently. Currently operational in Delhi, Gurugram and Faridabad with a fleet of nearly 1000 vehicles on its platform, SmartE is looking to bring over 100,000 vehicles on its platform by 2023. qQuick is India’s first integrated electric scooter service, providing accessible, personal mobility around key locations.

The Urbanite: Bajaj’ss fifirrst e-sscooter

Here’s a first look at Bajaj’s upcoming electric scooter, and we’ve been told that it might make it to market as soon as the end of this year.

Called the Bajaj Urbanite, the new electric scooter is nothing revolutionary from a design perspective, following the tried and tested formula for twowheeled commuters the world over. It’s great to see the Indian giant committing to developing electric vehicles, and considering Bajaj’s links to both KTM and Triumph, we’ll be sure to keep a close eye on what comes out of the Indian factory's doors over the next few months.

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FIRST RIDE

Sur-Ron Light Bee

With the introduction of ULEZ restrictions and the skyrocketing cost of public transport, it’s becoming more and more difficult to deny the value of electric bikes or scooters for city commuting. But what if you’re an off-road demon, looking for a new toy to smash about in the soil? Well, that’s where Sur-Ron’s recently introduced Light Bee electric bike comes in

Words: Ross Images: Gary Founded back in 2014, Sur-Ron’s the brainchild of three motorcycle and technology aficionados from China.

After getting their hands on some serious investment cash (to the tune of $30 million) its 40 engineers got stuck into research and development and created its own off-road ready electric machine.

Initial impressions

It’s actually my first time on a machine of this kind – and I’ve got to say, I was hugely impressed with the little Sur-Ron right out of the gates. It’s great fun to ride – quick, lightweight and impressively agile. It’s by no means a full-size machine, and if you factor in that it won’t deliver power while the brakes are in use, I reckon it could make a fantastic tool to introduce young riders to the sport in a safe, unintimidating way. Despite that, I’m 6ft 2” and a fairly avid off-roader – spending time on the trails on everything from Honda’s easy-going CRF250 up to Ducati’s monstrous Multistrada Enduro Pro. And yet, every time I sat on the Sur-Ron’s slim-line seat and twisted the throttle, a smile was soon plastered across my face.

Power pick-up from the belt-driven motor is exceptional, allowing you to get up to its 47mph top speed in no time at all – and there’s more than enough oomph to yank the front

wheel in the air to dive over obstacles. Its mountain bike-style brakes are well up to the job, too.

Direct and aggressive, with plenty of bite, but enough feel to ensure you won’t lock the wheels without serious intent. For more competent riders, the fact that Light Bee’s brakes deactivate the throttle is a bit of a shame, as it means you can’t feather the brakes when encountering some tricky terrain or a steep downhill section. But don’t worry, it’s simple enough to change. Just remove a cable from each brake lever and away you go.

Its suspension is very capable, munching bumps and lumps with absolute ease. It’s a little on the soft side as standard, but with full adjustment at the rear and preload and compression adjustment up front, you can dial it in to find the perfect setting for whatever you’re up to – be it Enduro, Trials or a bit of bombing about in your backyard. And if you fancy

upgrading the suspension to something more serious, the existing unit can be switched out with a set of high-end downhill mountain bike forks from the likes

of FOX or Ohlins.

The Sur-Ron Light Bee comes fitted with a removable Panasonic battery pack (and a fast charge system). It’s claimed the bike will return up to 60

WHERE CAN I RIDE THE SUR-RON?

The law’s not altogether easy to understand, but the short answer is no, you can’t ride the Sur-Ron Light Bee on the road. But it’s not why you’d think.

With electric two-wheelers still a relatively recent development, the legislation and law surrounding their use can appear a little convoluted at first glance. Essentially, there are two set of rules, depending on the sort of electric bike you want to ride.

If you’re 14 or over, you can ride an ‘electrically assisted pedal cycle’ without the need for registration, tax or insurance. It must have pedals, and its motor should not propel the bike once it hits speeds of 15.5mph.

If it’s not an EAPC and is propelled without pedalling, it will be classified as a motorcycle or moped. As a result you’ll need a driving licence to ride one, and it’ll also need to be registered, taxed and insured. Oh, and you’ll need to wear a crash helmet, too.

Technically, the Light Bee could be ridden on the road (with a bit of work), but if you want to hit the Tarmac, you’re probably better off dishing out an extra £500 and getting your hands on the road-ready version which is already restricted to meet moped licencing regulations (and is limited to 30mph).

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SPECIFICATION

miles if you take it easy in ECO mode, or around 25 miles if you’re pushing it to its limits in Sport mode. After spending a week together, I reckon those figures are about right.

Admittedly, 25 miles doesn’t sound like a lot, but if you’re pushing hard on technical trails, that’s more than enough to give you a good workout.

When slowing down or coasting, the Bee Light recovers kinetic energy and feeds it back into the battery pack, enhancing both range and ride time.

For charging, the Light Bee comes with a state-of-the-art lithium-ion battery charger, which works to return the battery from the dead within three hours using a normal domestic power point. To keep an eye on your charge, the Light Bee comes fitted with an LCD gauge, and there’s a small LCD speedo fitted as standard, too. It also comes with surprisingly powerful front and rear LED lights, in addition to USB power source to keep your phone (or GoPro) full of juice.

The best of both worlds

If you’re into diving around in the dirt – no matter whether it’s Enduro, Trials, Freestyle, Hillclimbing or a bit of back garden fun, the Sur-Ron’s well worth a look. It’s not a motorcycle and it’s not a mountain bike – instead it blends the best of both worlds into one capable, confidence-inspiring package. It weighs in at a tiny 47kg,

comes with 6000W of peak power, and will get up to 47mph in a flash.

Ok, so there’s no ignoring its price tag - just shy of £4,000 certainly isn’t cheap. But is it worth it?

Honestly? Only time will tell. It’s proved capable of taking a serious beating in our time together, and if it can manage that in the long term, I reckon it’s worth it. Ddon’t just take my word for it. Four-time

World Enduro Champion David Knight loves his, too. Here’s what he thinks: “The Sur-Ron really surprised me the moment I first tried one. They are so much fun to ride, handle incredibly well and I have a massive smile on my face every time I ride one. Thinking about it, everyone that’s tried mine has loved them too, and had a massive smile on their faces.”

Sur-Ron Light Bee ENGINE: Permanent magnet synchronous motor RATED POWER: 3000W PEAK POWER: 6000W RATED TORQUE: 10.2Nm PEAK TORQUE: 39NM TOP SPEED: 47mph BATTERY: 60V 32A Lithium CHARGING TIME: 2.5 to 3.5 hours MAX. RANGE: 60miles @ 20mph FRONT SUSPENSION: DNM inverted forks with

203mm of travel and preload and compression adjustment REAR SUSPENSION: Adjustable DNM shock with TR suspension link system FRONT BRAKES: Sur-Ron 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes with 203mm diameter REAR BRAKES: Sur-Ron 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes with 203mm diameter TYRES: CST 70/100-19 WEIGHT: 47kg SEAT HEIGHT: 840mm to 860mm WARRANTY: Battery 18 months (or 20,000 miles).

Other components 12 months (subject to servicing) PRICE: £3995 CONTACT: https://surron.co.uk/ O2W RATING:

★★★★★★★★★★

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A1 LICENCE

AJS Insetto 125 Since the Modena 125 and its smaller moped scooter siblings were originally released, AJS scooters have developed a bit of a cult following. This is probably due to the company trying to keep the design close to the original styling of classic 50s and 60s scooters, but with the added modern-day technology of Delphi electronic fuel injection and electric start The Insetto is claimed to be the most powerful AJS scooter to date - and powered by the new series 3J4 engine with a maximum power of 6.4Kw (8.58hp) @7.500 rpm, this single cylinder four-stroke looks similar in design to the Vespa Primavera model. Funnily enough, both names translate as aphids, with Vespa literally meaning ‘wasp’ and Insetto meaning ‘insect’ or ‘bug’ in Italian.

The Insetto certainly has that Italian-inspired styling much loved by scooterists worldwide, and to me, it looks very chic and stylish, although not quite as traditional or classic in the old style as the AJS Modena though (if I had named these two scooters, I’d have swapped the names around)! Three colours are available for the 2019 UK market models - a groovy Gunmetal Grey, Firefox Blue and a bright Chilli Red. CVT automatic variable transmission allows a seamless and effortless gear change, which adjusts to suit differing road conditions. The linked brakes offer improved safety over older models with disc brakes front and rear fitted as standard.

Another standard feature is a nice little rear luggage rack and combined

grab-rail for use by any passengers you may wish to carry.

All new AJS motorcycles and scooters are now covered with a 12-month AA breakdown cover package, which includes three months' warranty labour contribution plus one year ‘Roadside Repair and Recovery’, ‘Home Start’ and ‘Onward Travel’ (this AA package is in addition to the two-year parts and labour AJS warranty.

High expectations

My first impressions of the Insetto were very high. Having never ridden a scooter before. this was going to be a first for me. I already loved the look and styling of the Insetto; air grilles match, the sleek curves of the sidepanel cowlings; also a matching small grille on the front fairing (above the front wheel guard) blends in well to the overall appearance. With a racing-style stubby exhaust and pointed tail end, the scooter looks longer than it actually is. The seat looks comfortable and has a nice curved look to it, with plenty of room for a passenger. Nice touch, too, are the foldable rear footpegs (I didn’t even

notice these at first glance until I accidently knocked the ‘open’ button and down one popped)! I also love the LED indicator lights and rear tail light cluster – a very modern look.

Fuel injection and electric start make firing up the beastie (insect – get it!) easy and give it a frugal fuel consumption. According to the info I’ve found, this in the region of 100mpg. Tank capacity is just 7.2 litres (or 1.5 gallons in old money), but the instrument panel does include an LED fuel gauge to help monitor usage.

The instrument panel is clear and precise with easy reach switches, and the speedo reads in both mph and kph, including an old-style arrow marker on the dial and digital LED read-out in mph. The indicator switch also has a cancellation button, making it easier to switch them off after turning.

I like the large underseat storage area. The scoot also has the rear luggage rack fitted as standard and a front bag clip on the inside of the front fairing (not that I’d want to have a bag load of shopping swinging in the wind fitted to that hook)!

What’s it like to ride?

As I said earlier, as a first-time ‘scooterist’ it surprised me how very different they are to ride than a motorcycle. You don’t straddle the seat, you sit on the front edge; and with footboards instead of footpegs, it took me a while to find the right foot position. There’s also no adjustable handlebars like a motorcycle has, so I had to shuffle around to find my correct riding stance. With a seat height of 789mm it’s ideal for little old

me, and it’s so light too, at 115kg (253.5lbs). It also has a great turning circle, courtesy of its 12-inch wheels and short wheelbase, so moving it around to park, etcetera, is a cinch.

As with many modern machines, you do have to remember that the Insetto won’t start whilst it’s on the side stand, so gone are the days when I could start a bike up, leaving it on its stand to let the engine warm whilst I finished fastening my jacket and gloves.

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My first commute to work on a chilly April morning found me in a quandary. Having fitted a cable to allow a heated vest, I connect the cable to the vest, climb on the machine and fire it up. The scooter starts, but as it is cold it needs to be given some revs to get it warmed up.

Whilst trying to then switch on the heated vest and set the heat setting the bike dies, so I start the heated vest scenario off again. Engine won't start – side stand is still down!

Eventually I got all fired up (the bike, not me), connected again and gloved up, setting off on my 27-mile commute. The second day, this all worked so much easier – connect vest and put gloves on, switch ignition on, adjust heating setting on vest, start engine, take off main stand and off I went…

The bike is extremely sure-footed and stable even in a gusty wind, due to its 12-inch wheels and hydraulically damped telescopic front suspension. With it having a short wheelbase though, you do have to avoid dangers in the road like manhole covers, or uneven surfaces, but so far I felt confident on the little AJS with its positive steering. I didn’t even have to use the brakes that much as the engine torque drops nicely as soon as you ease off the throttle grip. They are awesome when you do need them.

Before I know it, the scooter is whizzing along nicely and picking up speed. I didn’t realise what speed I was travelling at in a built-up area until I checked the speedo, which said 34mph – and I was in a 30 zone. I also then spotted a local council speed warning LED sign which said I was actually only doing 28mph!

In conclusion

After riding the Insetto and commuting daily, would I recommend one? Yes I would, as they really are a joy to ride. There are only a couple of points to mention.

I’m not sure exactly how accurate the speedo is. From my past experience of driving bikes and cars through local council speed indicator traps, they are usually around 2mph lower that the speed shown on your own speedo, but this was a big 6mph difference. Top speed is said to be 60mph and I managed an indicated 61mph.

The large underseat storage is good, but not quite deep enough for my flip-front helmet (even in a small size), but a waterproof over-suit, spare gloves, lunchbox, etcetera, will fit in a treat. Might squeeze an open face in there – just?

On the positive side, the LED fuel gauge is really handy and once the level had dropped down to just two bars, I decided it might be time to

refuel, as I wasn’t sure what the reserve capacity would be. Well, I nearly died at having to fork out to fill the bike almost to the brim, a whole £4.68! But bear in mind it does only have a 7.2 litre tank (1.5 gallon) after all. Low cost motoring at its best. Nice, big, comfy seat, which does slant forward slightly, but all-in-all a very positive ride on this little scooter. Even my wife has started singing the old Avril Lavigne song, but changing the words slightly to, ‘He is a scooter boy, will see you later boy’ around the house!

Words: John Images: Gary SPECIFICATION

AJS Insetto ENGINE: 125cc 4-stroke, forced air-cooled MAX. POWER: 6.4kW@7.500rpm TRANSMISSION: CVT twist & go FUEL SYSTEM: Delphi electronic fuel injection STARTER: Electric/kick BRAKES: Disc front/rear. Combined Braking System FRONT TYRE: 120/70-12 REAR TYRE: 130/70-12 SEAT HEIGHT: 789mm FUEL CONSUMPTION: (as recorded on the COC)

101mpg

FUEL TANK CAPACITY: 7.2 litres RRP: £1799 (incl VAT) CONTACT: www.ajsmotorcycles.co.uk O2W RATING:

★★★★★★★★★★

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BRAND FOCUS: KYMCO

Who are KYMCO? KYMCO (an abbreviation of Kwang Yang Motor Company) is a global motorised manufacturing brand headquartered in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.

A Taiwanese manufacturer of scooters, motorcycles and ATVs, KYMCO was established in 1963 to produce engine and transmission components for Honda and has been growing ever since.

With an annual production of over a million vehicles, KYMCO is now one of the major global players in the world of scooters, motorbikes and ATVs. The company has been constantly investing in research and development since whole vehicle production started in 1978 and it has successfully built up worldwide distribution networks in Asia, Africa, the US, Australasia, Latin America and Europe.

In 1992 KYMCO began selling products developed independently from Honda and marketed under the KYMCO brand. In 2003, after 28 years of close collaboration with Honda, KYMCO acquired back Honda's business interest in KYMCO and started focusing on developing and marketing its own brand globally.

www.kymco.co.uk E&OE: model range and prices correct at time of compilation – please check importer's website for up-to-date information.

AGILITY 50

The perfect entry level scooter ffer if ff The Agility 50 has plenty to off you’re looking for a well-mad de, fuel-efficient scooter at an aff ffordable ff price. It has a light net weightt of just 92kg, making it easy to o manoeuvre and park.

SUPER 8 50

FROM £1399

single cylinder

FRONT BRAKE: Single disc REAR BRAKE: Drum WHEELS: 12in alloys FRONT SUSPENSION:

Telescopic forks

REAR SUSPENSION:

Telescopic forks

Unit swing arm

REAR SUSPENSION: Single shock SEAT HEIGHT: 785mm COLOURS: Silver, matt black

SEAT HEIGHT: 780mm COLOURS: Blue/white,

orange/white

AGILITY CITY+ 50

LIKE 50

FROM £1749

Enjoy and be 'the envy of the cityy' With the perfect integration n of retro, elegance and luxury, the Likke is a stunning blend of classic and modern n featuring retro-styling and luxury acccents that bring a unique luxurious experience into your life.

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ENGINE: Air-cooled 50cc 4-stroke

ENGINE: 50cc air-cooled 4-stroke FRONT BRAKE: Single disc REAR BRAKE: Drum WHEELS: 12in alloy FRONT SUSPENSION:

single cylinder

FRONT BRAKE: Single disc REAR BRAKE: Drum WHEELS: 12in alloys FRONT SUSPENSION:

Telescopic forks

REAR SUSPENSION: Single shock SEAT HEIGHT: 785mm COLOURS: Silver, matt black

FROM £1749

ENGINE: 50cc air-cooled 4-stroke FRONT BRAKE: Single disc REAR BRAKE: Drum WHEELS: 14in alloy FRONT SUSPENSION:

ENGINE: Air-cooled 50cc 4-stroke

Powered by the latest generatio on of four-stroke air-cooled engines, making it highly fuel-efficient and capable of achieving in excess of 12mpg, as well as producing veery low carbon emissions.

The 50cc Super 8 is KYMCO O's brand-leading model, whicch makes it a great choice for t he buyer who is looking to get on the road for the first time.

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Fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly

Sporty and modern styling with added comfort

Telescopic forks

REAR SUSPENSION:

Unit swing arm

SEAT HEIGHT: 790mm COLOURS: Blue, white

FROM £1830

scooters & motorcycles AGILITY CITY 125

Specially designed for the urban commuter The Agility 125 is a well-buillt, efficient scooter and is affordable too. It has a net weight of 114kg so it is simplle to manoeuvre and to park.

LIKE 125

FROM £1849

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Retro styling with luxury acceents The KYMCO Like 125 is, in many respects, the perfect integration of retro, elegancee and luxury. It’s styling combines a stunning blend of classic and modern lifestyless.

FROM £2199

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VSR 125 CBS

Sporty and stylish street riding With its sharp and modern stylin ng giving it that edg y street bike look, the VSR 125 is aimed at attracting the attention of you unger riders looking for an alternative to the traditional style of the learner-legal commuter bike.

SPECIFICATION

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FRONT SUSPENSION:

ENGINE: 125cc air-cooled 4-stroke FRONT BRAKE: Single disc REAR BRAKE: Single disc WHEELS: 12in alloy FRONT SUSPENSION:

ENGINE: 125cc air-cooled 4-stroke FRONT BRAKE: 260mm disc REAR BRAKE: Drum WHEELS: 17in FRONT SUSPENSION:

REAR SUSPENSION: Swing-arm SEAT HEIGHT: 815mm COLOURS: Silver, black

REAR SUSPENSION: Swing-arm SEAT HEIGHT: 790mm COLOURS: Blue, white

REAR SUSPENSION: Mono shock SEAT HEIGHT: 780mm COLOURS: Blue, white, orange

ENGINE: 125cc air-cooled 4-stroke FRONT BRAKE: 260mm single disc REAR BRAKE: 240mm single disc WHEELS: Alloy, 16in front

14in rear

Telescopic forks

Telescopic forks

AGILITY CITY+ 125

Part of KYMCO’s highly popular ‘City’ commuter range With fresh new aesthetics and a higher technical specification than its predecesssors, the ‘City Plus’ has been designed fo or riders of all ages who want a smart mo odern, environmentally-friendly 125ccc scooter for work, college or leisu ure.

Telescopic forks

X-TOWN 125

FROM £2199

Moving beyond the sport touring class KYMCO have strengthened the exterior design and the long-haul riding exp perience with the X-Town. This revolutionary concept has taken the scooter to a whole new level by integrating the threee key elements of comfort, power and f un.

X-TOWN 300 ABS

FROM £3699

Comfort, power and fun

KYMCO knows its scooters need to have a quality sporty design to stand out from other scooters and the X-Town 300 takes the riding exx perience beyond touring to set a new standard in sport touring-style scooterss.

SPECIFICATION

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ENGINE: 125cc air-cooled 4-stroke FRONT BRAKE: 260mm single disc REAR BRAKE: 240mm single disc WHEELS: Alloy, 16in front

ENGINE: 125cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke FRONT BRAKE: 260mm disc REAR BRAKE: 240mm disc WHEELS: Alloy, 14in front, 13in rear FRONT SUSPENSION:

ENGINE: 300cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke FRONT BRAKE: 260mm disc REAR BRAKE: 240mm disc WHEELS: Alloy, 14in front, 13in rear FRONT SUSPENSION:

REAR SUSPENSION:

REAR SUSPENSION: Swing-arm,

14in rear

FRONT SUSPENSION:

Telescopic forks

REAR SUSPENSION: Swing-arm SEAT HEIGHT: 815mm COLOURS: Red, blue

Telescopic forks

Swing-arm, five-step preload adj SEAT HEIGHT: 785mm COLOUR: Black/grey

FROM £1999

Telescopic forks

five-step preload adj SEAT HEIGHT: 785mm COLOURS: Silver, black

FROM £4599

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BRAND FOCUS: KYMCO AK550 ABS

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FIRST RIDE

DANCING IN N THE DIRT Tricky trails and twisty Tarmac, Honda’s motocross-inspired CRF450L can do it all

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Dual-sport motorcycles live in a land of compromise. The jack-of-alltrades of the motorcycle world, they’re just as happy tackling trails as they are splicing through town traffic and tearing up some twisties.

But Honda’s new CRF450L is more capable than most.

Building on the massive success of Honda’s CRF250L and CRF250 Rally, Honda has finally released its hotly anticipated CRF450L trail bike after years of begging from off-road enthusiasts the world over. Created from the bones of Honda’s flagship CRF450R motocross bike, Honda has worked hard to turn an out and out competition machine into a capable all-rounder – and from what we’ve seen, the Japanese factory’s done one hell of a job.

Now I’ve got to be honest. I’ve been waiting to ride this bike for a long time. I love the CRF250L, and as a result, genuinely couldn’t wait to get some miles under my belt on the new 450. Trying (and failing) to suppress my inate bias for dualsports as it rolled out of the van in front of me, my first impressions of Honda’s latest trail bike were overwhelmingly positive.

Even if you don’t love diving around in the dirt, there’s no getting away from the fact that it’s a very well-made machine. It’s a Honda after all. And it looks good, too – doesn’t it? Sharp lines, bright red motocross-inspired graphics and knobbly tyres; yes please.

Settling into the saddle for the first

time, there’s no getting away from the fact that it’s tall. With a 940mm seat height, I could (just) get both feet on the ground, and I’m 6ft 1” with long, gangly limbs. I definitely wouldn’t have wanted it any taller.

Thankfully, it only weighs 130kg, so although it might be a bit of a stretch to swing your leg over, once you’re in the saddle and the suspension compresses, shorter riders should be able to bank it over and get a foot on the floor without too much trouble. More importantly, that tall seat height means masses of ground clearance for when you get into some tricky terrain off-road. But never mind all that, what’s it actually like to ride?

On and off-road

As far as I’m concerned, there’s no other bike on the market right now that handles both on and off-road riding as well as the CRF450L does right out of the box. Its frame, motor, six-speed transmission and suspension are all virtually the same as the motocross machine, bar a few tweaks, and looking at the two machines side by side, the only obvious changes are the addition of lights, indicators, mirrors and a licence plate. Ok, so power is dramatically reduced when compared to the competition machine too, with the CRF450L kicking out a fairly meagre 24bhp.

There is a reason behind it, though.

Honda’s pared the motor back to increase service intervals and meet

strict emissions regulations. Fair enough. And to be frank, torque is a fairly respectable 23.6ft/lb, so there’s still more than enough grunt to have a hell of a lot of fun out on the trails or Tarmac, no matter whether you’re really wringing its neck or taking a sedate sidle to the shops. On the road, you’ll be able to get up to a top speed of 90mph, and while a dual-sport isn’t the most natural choice for A-road scratching, the CRF450L takes it all in its stride. Even with its IRC off-road rubber, it’s planted and predicable. Off-road is where it really comes into its own, though - from gentle green lanes to hard core hill climbs, it’ll tackle the lot.

It doesn’t mind taking a beating either, if you really want to push it to its limits.

Its USD Showa front forks and rear monoshock are essentially the same as the CRF450R competition machine, aside from a few small tweaks to improve on-road stability.

In practice, it’s a very capable set up, performing extremely well both on and off the road. Stiff enough on the road to allow you to push harder than you’d probably expect, with enough travel to soak up the worst lumps, bumps and jumps you can throw at it off-road. Equally, the CRF450L’s brakes are well up the job too, offering ample stopping power from its 260mm front and 240mm rear discs.

Nothing ground-breaking, but they’re nice and progressive, which means you won’t grab a handful unless you really mean it. And with riding off-road a never-ending battle for traction, grabbing too much brake is

one sure fire way to end up in a heap on the floor before you know it.

As a round-the-world adventure machine, I’m sad to report that the CRF450L doesn’t quite match up to its smaller CRF250L sibling. Its seat is rock hard, it’ll only manage a (claimed) 110 miles from its 7.2 litre fuel tank, and while its service intervals are better than its most obvious 450cc competition, it’s still too short if you were planning on covering some serious miles. We’re talking just under 20,000 miles for a full engine strip down and 600 miles for an oil, oil filter and air filter change. Ok, so with a little thought and a few clever modifications, I’ve no doubt the CRF450L would make a hell of a lightweight adventure machine, but in its standard form, it’s not quite up to the job.

Should I buy one?

In typical Honda fashion, the CRF450L is built to last, and will be happy being pushed hard for many years to come. It’s not cheap though, setting you back just shy of £10,000, but it’s quick, capable and great fun.

It’s surprisingly unintimidating too, and aside from its tall seat, I reckon a newer rider could clamber on to the CRF450L and have a hell of a laugh, while a more experienced rider would be able to tackle some serious terrain.

You should try one. I love it. You might, too.

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SPECIFICATION

HONDA CRF450L

ENGINE: 449cc 4-stroke, single cylinder, unicam POWER: 24.6 bhp TORQUE: 23.6 ft-lb SUSPENSION: (F) 49mm Showa USD forks with

305mm travel (R) Showa Monoshock with Honda Pro-link system with 300mm travel BRAKES: (F) 260mm wave single disc (R) 240mm wave single disc TYRES: (F) 80/100-21 (R) 120/80-18 FUEL CAPACITY: 7.6 litres SEAT HEIGHT: 940mm WEIGHT: 130.8kg PRICE: £9,469 O2W RATING:

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AT A GLANCE

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Legal Q&A Our specialist motoring solicitor, Andrew ‘Chef’ Prendergast, guides you through your legal troubles

RIDERS' TIPS & ADVICE

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I've come into biking late, passing my test a year ago and buying a CBR600F. Why didn't I do this earlier, I'd think, every time I hopped on... until some blind young mum pulled out on me and I swerved to avoid her, putting me on the wrong side of the road and hitting a car head-on. Consequently, Mr Plod hit me with a Dangerous Driving charge, which I'm going to fight, but the duty solicitor said I earn too much money to get Legal Aid, and even if I'm found not guilty, I won't get my private legal fees back. I earn £45,000pa and my wife earns £10,000 part-time. We’re just about paying our household bills. This seems so unjust.

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Your duty solicitor is correct. If you'd been charged before 01/10/12 it would have been a different story, but The Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 changed the rules. If you're a middle income household, you won't get Legal Aid; but you do need legal representation, so you’ll have to pay if you want it.

And even if the State’s case fails and you're found not guilty, you’ll only get your legal fees repaid in line with Legal Aid rates, which will not cover costs, I guarantee it.

It's like the State breaking your legs, forcing you to pay for private healthcare and then repaying you in-line with NHS rates. Unfair, but sadly that's the way it is – a tax on the innocent in my view.

The O2W legal column is compiled by managing partner Andrew ‘Chef’ Prendergast and his bike-riding barristers and solicitors at White Dalton Motorcycle Solicitors.

The firm deals with personal injury claims and its sister company, Motor Defence Solicitors, deals with motoring offences. White Dalton lawyers have a vast knowledge of bike law – and they have full bike licences, too. They don’t act for insurance companies or the prosecution.

White Dalton is Britain’s premier specialist motorcycle law practice, and if its professionals don’t know the answer to your question, there probably isn’t one. Don’t rely on the advice from your insurance-appointed solicitor – get proper independent advice.

• For road traffic offences call the Motor Defence solicitors on 0800 280 0912. For non-offence cases call White Dalton motorcycle solicitors on 0800 783 6191.

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Surviving roundabouts If you commute on two wheels for any distance, you’re bound to come across roundabouts. They may seem scary at first, but unlike traffic lights, they offer you the opportunity to keep things moving

– nice and straightforward.

Roundabouts aren’t that simple, because the initiative lies with the driver. Some will surge forward into a small gap, whilst others will wait… and wait…and wait. You need to observe the situation carefully, because many of us are used to using the bike or scooter’s superior acceleration to get away in front of cars. Filtering to the front on a restricted 50 isn’t a good idea, because you haven’t got the acceleration to get away safely.

If your visibility is good enough approaching a roundabout, you may be able to time your entry without a foot-down stop – get it right, and it’s supremely satisfying, giving the feeling of gliding serenely through stop-start car traffic.

All roundabouts have lanes, even if they aren’t marked (which they usually aren’t). Look for the thin strip of bitumen between the lanes, which we refer to as the B-line. It’s always there and that’s your marker for where to place yourself. A word of caution; some road users see a roundabout as a free-for-all, which they need to get through as quickly as possible by using the shortest route. When you take on board that a roundabout has distinct lanes, it becomes obvious it’s a bad idea to cut across them.

Getting round

Remember your acronyms When approaching a roundabout, think of that well-known rider training mouthful, ‘OSMPSL’ (Observation, Signal, Manoeuvre, Position, Speed, Look). It shouldn’t be taken as a cast-iron rule to use all six steps on every occasion, because sometimes they aren’t all needed, but it’s a really good methodical basis on how to approach and deal with hazards.

On the approach, scan the roundabout to see if it’s clear. You need to be ready to stop, and remember it’s always easier to accelerate than to brake, but if it is clear, then you can keep going without stopping. Just bear in mind that the car in front of you may be more cautious, and not go when you expect them to.

Correct positioning

Most roundabout approaches have two lanes and if taking an exit anything further round than 12 o’clock (i.e. straight ahead) use the right-hand lane and right-hand indicator. But don’t tuck into the right of that lane, because a car might come up your inside. The same in the left-hand lane; if you’re turning left or going straight on, don’t tuck into the gutter, even if it feels safer there. Use the centre of the lane (everyone, from the smallest

moped upwards, has exactly the same right to use that road space).

Filter tips

If the traffic is heavy, you might choose to filter between queues up to the roundabout. This is legal and as long as there’s room to do this safely, there is nothing to stop you, but there are a couple of things to bear in mind. Let’s say you’re sitting between the front of two queues, ready to go. At a red light, you’d all wait for green (not amber), then go

So, you’re at the front of the queue and have spotted a safe gap; you’re off. Assuming you’re taking a right turn exit (anything further round than 12 o’clock) you’ve got the right-hand indicator on. Accelerate briskly on to the right-hand lane on the roundabout, and round you go.

Approaching the exit before the one you want, scan it to check no one’s trying to nip out in front of you.

As you come up to that exit, check the left-hand mirror, swap to the left indicator, and just before you move to the left-hand lane, do a left shoulder check. If you don’t change lanes, and try and ride straight into your exit from the right-hand lane, it leaves a gap for someone to nip up your inside, with potential tears before bedtime. In any case, the shoulder check is vital, giving you a final warning that no one is shooting out of the previous exit and/or coming up on your left-hand side. If there is, just keep going round the roundabout. If there isn’t, accelerate smoothly out of the roundabout, cancel the indicator and job done.

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Heirloom

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When Paulo Guarasci decided to restore the family Vespa, he was told it wasn’t worth the expense, but some scooters have a value that can’t be measured in money alone

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n 1963, Alfredo Guarasci left his home in Calabria to find a better life. He took with him two things: a strong work ethic and the conviction that a Vespa was the finest form of transport in the world. After making his way to the UK, Alfredo settled in the Midlands and unsurprisingly purchased a Vespa, namely a used GS 160.“My dad used that scooter for everything,” explained Paulo.

“Loaded with tools, it took him to work and at weekends he used it to visit friends, sometimes travelling as far as Glasgow.” The GS soldiered on until 1976, by which time it was effectively worn out. Today the GS would be a desirable classic, but back then it was just another old scooter. “Dad didn’t need another scooter,” said Paulo. “We owned a little family car, but dad came from the generation of Italians who saw Vespa ownership as essential, and he’d no more be without one than a fridge.”

Super story

After scrapping his GS, Alfredo purchased a new 150 Super from Arnold’s Motorcycles in Loughborough. However, as Paulo explained, it had a much easier life

Engine has been upgraded

than the GS. “I remember dad occasionally loading it with tools and I learned to ride on it, but it was never used regularly.” In 1992, with less than 4,000 miles on the clock, the Super was laid up, being slowly submerged by piles of junk in Alfredo’s garage.

Fast forward a couple of decades and Paulo was helping to clear the garage. “We uncovered the Super and both started to smile. Dad started talking about his youth and I remembered the trials and tribulations of passing my motorcycle test. I realised that this was more than an old scooter, it was part of our family history.”

Unfortunately, decades of storage had not been kind to the Vespa.

“The frame was rotten,” said Paulo.

“It was completely unrideable, but I’d fallen love with it.” The Super immediately found a new home in the foyer of Paulo’s office where it attracted plenty of attention.

“I realised that it wasn’t just my family with a Vespa in their past.

I’ve lost count of the stories people have told me about ‘their’ Vespas. It became clear that I needed to care for the little machine and if I was going to do that, it needed restoring professionally.”

Armando’s touch

Having taken advice as to who could be trusted with the job of resurrecting the Super, one name kept cropping up... Armando’s in Sheffield. “I said it would be no problem,” laughed Giulio. “When it arrived I thought it would snap in half before we got it out of the van! I told Paulo that it was fit for scrap.”

As Giulio took stock of the work required, Paulo explained his father’s story and how much Vespa ownership had meant to him. “At this point I realised that this restoration wasn’t just about a scooter, it was about a family’s heritage,” said Giulio.

The most challenging part of the rebuild was the frame. Not only was most of the floor missing, but rot had also extended into the spine and rear frame section. Although Armando’s hold a selection of floor pans in stock, the Super required extensive fabrication, all of which was handled in-house.

Despite Paulo’s insistence on restoring the scooter to standard specification, Giulio persuaded him that upgrades were needed to the engine. “The 150 Super isn’t really suitable for modern roads,” said Giulio. “First I persuaded Paulo that there was no reason to retain points ignition, and having nudged him away from standard specification, turned my attention to performance.

Fortunately, the 150 Super’s casings are identical to those of the

Colour was matched from sun-protected areas

Sprint Veloce, so upgrading the Super’s two port barrel is relatively straightforward. We’ve retained its 8-inch wheels and standard gearbox, but fitted a PX 150 barrel and carb. It won’t break any speed records, but it’s a far more enjoyable machine to ride.”

Original mileage

Coffee club

When asked what he thought of the completed scooter, Alfredo couldn’t believe it was the same machine, and for Paulo the outcome’s intensely personal. “There are only two names on the V5, mine and dad’s. That’s really important to me.”

Both men are looking forward to summer when Paulo plans a ride out with his dad to an Italian coffee bar.

“I might even invest in a sharp suit

for the occasion,” he laughed.

Both Paulo and Giulio are evasive when asked about the cost of restoring the Super, but one thing’s certain, to Paulo and Alberto the result is priceless.

Words & Photographs: Stan

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BUYING GUIDE

SUGGESTED KIT

Proworks 62-piece Socket Wrench Set RRP: £54.99

WORKSHOP ESSENTIALS

How to maintain your motorcycle (yourself) on a budget Getting to grips with the basics of motorcycle maintenance is essential if you want to avoid getting stranded and having to call for roadside recovery. With a few regular checks and the right tools,

you’ll be able to keep your pride and joy in tip-top shape, that’s why we’ve teamed up with XLmoto to showcase a few bits of kit that’ll help make the process as simple as possible.

ESSENTIAL CHECKS Lights - Checking your lights and indicators on a regular basis is absolutely essential. Faulty lights could put you at serious risk of taking a spill and injuring yourself.

Tyres - Check the pressure of your tyres from cold (when the bike has not been ridden for three hours or travelled less than a mile) at least once a week. Invest in your own gauge and ensure they are inflated to the manufacturer's standards.

Kit yourself out with ProWorks 62-piece socket wrench kit! Designed specifically for motorcycles, it’s equipped with pretty much everything you need to complete basic maintenance on your pride and joy. It comes with 10 x 3/8'' Super Lock Sleeves (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19mm), two-piece 3/8" Extender (75-150 mm), two piece 3/8" Spark plug socket (16-21 mm), 3-in-1 extendable ratchet (with 1/4 " and 3/8" head), 3/8" universal joint, 12-piece 1/4" super lock socket (4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13mm), 25mm Phillips bits (PH1, PH2, PH3 and PZ1, PZ2, PZ3), 25mm Slotted bits (4, 5.5, 6.5mm), 25mm TX Torx bits (T8, T10, T15, T20, T25, T30, T40), 25mm TR Torx bits with holes (T8, T10, T15, T20, T25, T30, T40), 25mm hex key sockets (3, 4, 5, 6mm), 25mm Spline bits (M5, M6, M8), 1/4" Bit Adapter (30 mm), 1/4" Bit Holder, 1/4'' Extender (100mm), and a 1/4" Screwdriver handle.

Proworks CheckValve RRP: £9.99

Good brakes save lives, and this tool from ProWorks makes bleeding your brakes a breeze. It comes with an automatic check valve to ensure that no air bubbles come back into the caliper.

Proworks Spark Plug Socket

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Changing your spark plug is an easy job to complete – all you need is the right tools. That’s where ProWorks magnetic spark plug socket comes in.

This is a clever little tool for a fast and easy measurement of your bike's fork oil levels – and it can also be used for filling and draining, too.

ProWorks Foldable Loading Ramp

RRP: £29.99

It’s always worth having a decent folding ramp if you’re ever planning to shift your bike. Weighing only five kilograms, it measures 900mm by 210mm when folded, and stretches out to 1800mm by 210mm when folded out. It’s capable of taking a load of 200 kilograms, so it should be well up to the job for loading any smaller capacity machines.

Brakes - Make sure your brake pads have plenty of wear left on them and there is no metal exposed. If they need changing, then it's best to get this done as soon as possible. Keep an eye on the level of brake fluid remaining and change it every year to make sure that the effectiveness does not decrease.

Fluids - Fluids such as the coolant and oil should be maintained to increase the performance, smoothness and longevity of your motorcycle. Your manufacturer's manual will advise you which type of oil you should use, depending on the time of year and variations in temperatures.

Chain - Ensure your chain has the correct amount of slack (about one inch of play) at the tightest spot; too much tension can cause havoc with your wheels and gearbox bearings. Add lube to your chain when you return from a ride and whilst it is still warm so that the chain can absorb it as it cools down. Clean your chain whenever you change your oil.

Spark Plugs - It is important to renew your spark plugs if they are dirty or badly corroded to avoid wearing them out completely. Checking this yourself is another simple job you can carry out whilst giving your bike a once-over.

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Ifyou’redoingworkonyourbikeinthe garageit’salwaysworthhavingapaddock stand.This2-in-1ProWorkspaddockstand canbeusedtoliftyourfrontorrearwheel, andincludesthreedifferentadaptorsfor variousmountingoptions.

If you’re loading up a bike, you’ll also need some straps. That’s where ProWorks three metre ratchet straps come in. Delivered in pairs, the ratchet system will help to make it easy to secure your pride and joy.

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No matter whether you’re changing your tyre to suit a new terrain, because of a tread issue or a puncture, this handy tyre iron from ProWorks will help you get the job done in a doddle.

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MECH IT BETTER

GARAGE DIARY

Introducing our new feature, ‘Mech it Better’, which represents the combined mechanical efforts of Ciarán and John, two slightly odd Yorkshire blokes who love all things petrol powered.

Havi vingmetat i school 20-somethingyearsago,these spanner-wi wieldingamateurs i havebeensmashingand bodgingtheirway from engineeringineptitudeto somethingvaguelyresembling competencyeversince.Outside oftheirdayjobs,the ladsare usually tobe foundoutriding, buyi yingwr i wrecksfromeBay, r tinkeringwi withthe i latestheapof junktohit the garage,or making vii videosofdubiousquality tyfor y YouTube–overtoyoulads!

Neveradullday

The last few weeks in the ‘Mech It Better’ garage have been anything but dull, with everything from one end of the motorcycle spectrum to the other passing through our oily fingers. Never ones to shy away from trying something new, we were thrilled to be able to test the brand-new and ever-so-futuristic Artisan Evo 3 electric bike, followed just days later by the impulsive purchase of an old and ever-so-crusty Yamaha Townmate, which hasn’t seen the

road since S Club 7 topped the charts some 20 years ago.

In an attempt to find some sensible middle ground, we rode ex-military Harley-Davidson MT350s around the green lanes of the Yorkshire Dales, and also took our little 125cc commuters for a scenic blast around the Lancashire hills. Besides all that, we’ve ridden, broken, bodged, and hammered our way through the month in typical fashion, for seemingly this is what our lives have become – but it wasn’t always this way.

Twoyearson

It seems incredible that motorbikes only became a part of our lives two years ago. We could never have guessed then what an enormous and formative journey we were just beginning and the degree to which life on two wheels would become an obsession for both of us. We’ve been friends now for more than 20 years and it’s our mutual love of anything petrol powered that’s cemented our friendship along the way.

There have been many four-wheeled follies of various magnitudes over the years, so it’s perhaps no surprise that we eventually decided to halve the wheel count – and what a revelation it’s been. Over the last two years we’ve fallen in and out of love with various bikes, depending on their working conditions and we’ve travelled thousands of miles across all four countries that make up our United Kingdom. On our journeys we’ve had spills, breakdowns, moments of unparalleled rain-sodden misery, and moments filled with the type of wonder that makes you feel very small, all of which seem to constitute an average days riding in Scotland!

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The last two years have seen an ever-increasing number of bikes arriving in our combined fleet.

We’re up to seven between us now, varying from 49cc to 750cc, with that number set to grow so long as

we keep finding ways to stretch our meagre budgets ever further.

Though the two of us have different tastes in bikes, our love of budget biking and adventures is the same. We find joy in unfashionable, unremarkable, and otherwise uncelebrated bikes.

We love fixing what’s broken and welding together things that we find in bins to create a piece of motorcycle ‘gear’ that does the job we need it to, which in a roundabout way leads, at long last, to the point, which is: We are just two normal blokes (more or less).

We don’t have all the tools, lots of money, or the fastest bikes. We don’t even really know what we’re talking about half the time, but we know we love motorbiking. We’ve fallen for it in a big way, and we’re in it for the long haul. So, if you’ll have us, we’d like to use this little corner of the world to share our life on two wheels with you all, in the hope that we might get to MIB share yours too.

[Want to know more? Check out ‘Mech It Better’ on YouTube]

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ARIEL NH 1959, original ful chainguard, all works charges, seat, V5, history, service book, starts first kick.

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BETA 4.0 MOTARD 2004, 10k, Alps road tired brother, MoT Mar 20, A2 licence legal, polished alloy 17” rims and hubs, l/weight fun bike, 350cc 4-stroke air cooled Suzuki engine, £1950. Tel. 07508 255728. elizabeth. taylor1289@btinternet.com S Yorks.

CLASSIFIED BMW F800GS ADVENTURE 2013/63 reg, fantastic, orig cond, 21,700 miles, MoT, serviced, h/grips, spotlights, ESA, ABS, ASC, alarm system, 2 rider modes, datatagged, £5950. Tel. 07500 773730. E Yorks.

BMW R80RT 1987, t&t, 47k miles, vgc, Monoshock, panniers and day riding lights, engine bars, fitted rack, good tyres, dark blue, recent service, new screen, classic style! only £2800 ono.

Tel. 07958 076493; 01305 250260. Dorset.

BSA BANTAM c l a s s i c motorbike, D10 model, 1967, exc cond with matching chassis and engine serial nos, 175cc, black with white stripes on tank, 17,225 miles, (some old MoTs) family owned, t&t exempt, new battery and new Wypack ign, V5 and user manual, starts/ runs perfect, £2195 ono. Tel. 07757 441194. Suffolk.

DUCATI ST2 ‘P’ reg, exc cond, owned for over 7 years, readvertised due to a time waster! £1995 ono. Tel. 07810 162057 for further details.

Northumberland.

BMW F650GS 2004, 20k miles, 80mpg, very reliable, choice of high or low seats, MoT late July 2019, h/grips, £1120 ono.

Tel. 01978 760640. N Wales.

DUCATI 1200 genuine centre stand, c/w pivot bolts and springs, vgc, £110 posted UK or collect. Tel. 07905 845603.

Shrops.

GREEVES 34A pr 1965, trials bike, £1900. Tel. 01305 871805. Dorset.

HONDA CG125 2004, electric start model with new swinging arm bushes, MoT until end Oct 09, s/h, excellent running order/ condition, £1250. Tel. 07504 327299. Torquay.

HONDA CB 400/4 F1 1975 Canadian import, ex David Silver, 33k miles, vgc, new tyres, historic vehicle, £4100 ono. Tel. 01787 210865; 07792 124250. Suffolk/Essex.

HONDA CB1300 X4 1998, with 10,200 miles, fully serviced with recent tyres, pads, rechromed forks, cockpit fairing and h/grips, exc cond, £4100 ono. Tel. 07933 003904. NG22 area Walesby.

HONDA CB250 2002, Nighthawk, vgc, 11,119 miles only, some MoTs till Aug, original reliable, economical, extras, £1375. Tel. 01744 25096; 07890 666423. Merseyside.

HONDA CB500X good example of small Adventure styled bike, MoT, new tyres, recent chain and sprockets, good s/h, very economical 80mpg, h/grips, hugger rad guard, very light, low seat height, 12k, £3500 ono. Tel. Paul 075990 86357. Warks.

HONDA CBF1000 20 08, 6,800 miles only, totally unmolested example but unused as other machines also owned, new battery, hugger and vg tyres, MoT till 2/4/20. Tel. Adrian 07714 692795. Cambs.

HONDA CX500B 1982, 29k miles, exc cond, on Sorn, £2000. Tel. 07759 516035.

Leics.

HONDA CBF1000 2009, silver, 14,039 miles, MoT, Ventura double pack luggage with rack, sports rack and all fittings, Oxford tank bag, £2900. Tel. John 01634 863023. Kent.

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HONDA CD250U 1992, 17,500 miles, twin carb from disc, scarce model, economic tourer, recent tyres, silencers, battery, met blue wheels, 17” s/stand, MoT, £1150. Tel. 01300 320446. mikegar22@ gmail.com Dorset.

HONDA CG125 2004, elec start model, excellent running order/condition, with approx 6 mths MoT, two sets keys and s/h, £1100. Tel. 07504 327299. Torquay.

HONDA CX500B 90, X, in red, been standing 6 years, std cond, orig, f/mudguard and exhausts, standard paint, restorable, was running fine when stored, shame to make it a bobber, new battery, Krauser panniers and rack, £1995 ono. Tel. 07394 662090. N E England.

HONDA FAZER 800 2011, MoT till Nov, 52k, owned since new, full s/h, extras,r ad cover, rake and box, Beowolf exhaust faired model, ABS, exc cond, £2500 ovno. Tel. 01367 253244. Glos.

HONDA FONSA 2018, Super 125, 68 reg, (2019 model), less than 700 miles, first service in Feb 19, keyless latest model from Honda, selling because no room left in garage, mint, £3950 . Tel. 07507 933182. E Yorks/Herts.

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HONDA REBEL 250 7,700 miles (1997), exc cond (always garaged), MoT til end April, £1600 ono. Tel. 07795 439658.

HONDA NC50 EXPRESS 1982, Y plate, transferable no, V5 in my name, runner with some spares, yellow peril, pathetic brakes, lights and horn, a true classic, £450 ono; delivery possible. Tel. 07989 237837. Staffs.

HONDA PAN EUROPEAN 9A 1300 m/cycle, silver, reg 2011, MoT Sept 19, new tyres and brake pads, full panniers and top box, h/grips, elec adj windscreen, two keys, vgc, 28k, £7000 ovno. Tel. 01748 832023. N Yorks.

HONDA VFR 800FI Interceptor, many extras not V-Tec, mint, S reg, 1998, 20,815 miles approx, immac, c/w original bits, new brake pads f&r, Sorn, c/w MoT, garaged in N Wales, courier delivery is available for £130 approx, £3245 ono. Tel. 07757 392905. darren61mahon@ aol.com for lots more pics, must see!

KAWASAKI GPZ500S 2003, genuine 4,600 miles, MoT, all MoT certs, immac orig cond, hardly used, garaged, orig owner, £1950. Tel. 07870 449841. Lancs/Merseyside.

HUSQVARNA VITPILEN 401 2018, brand new bike, unused, reg Oct 2018, 18 mths’ warranty remaining, £3000 . Tel. 07532 178142.

Beds/Bucks border.

KAWASAKI Z1000 K1 1982 Ltd, unfinished project, some new parts fitted (tyres, plugs, filters) and some spares, £1100. Tel. 07957 608278 for more details.

HYOSUNG 125XRX A 2010 Super MoTo, genuine dry mileage of 2,080, exc cond, off road tyres fitted but never been off road, c/w road tyres, serviced regular, MoT. Tel. 07790 245509. N Yorks.

INDIAN ENFIELD BULLET 500cc, 1993, green lane trim, good cond, must sell it as too heavy for elderly chap, MoT Jul 19, £2100. Tel. 01485 540129. Norfolk.

KAWASAKI NINJA 250 2010, 3,648 miles only, rear hugger, seat hump, fender extender, rear stand bobbins, good condition, joint problems force sale, two owners only, £1350 ono. Tel. 01473 790758. Suffolk.

KAWASAKI ZZR600 1998, sadly to be sold due to new Central London emissions charge!

(36,555) good condition for age, £1150 ono. Tel. Keith 07796 156468. Kent.

NORTON COMMANDO 750 Fastback, 1972, stored in boxes for last 20 years, rebuilt with many new parts with receipts to verify, match nos, with red V5, still lots of original bits, not been fuelled or oiled since rebuild, ideal dry storage investment. Tel. 07790 476944. N Cornwall.

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KAWASAKI ZR-7 owner’s manual, good clean cond, £8; Kawasaki ZR7 max torque, s/s end can, GP outlet, as new, sounds great, cost £120, £40. Tel. 079510 67803. Warks.

SKY TEAM 250cc, converted from Ace 125, only 15 miles old! stunning! Properly done by a Kent based race shop, reg with new V5 and all receipts, 250cc engine fitted, new uprated 250cc carb to suit, new and uprated EBC brakes, suspension and tyres f&r, new alloy s/stand, £3000.

Tel. 07488 298198. Sussex.

SUZUKI BURGMAN 2001, MoT October 2019, 19,500 miles, nice cond, runs well, 400cc, £1000 ono. Tel. 07770 891023. N Wales.

SUZUKI GS125 1980s model, f&r spoked wheels, drum brakes, petrol tank, petrol locking cap and key, tail section and key, blue metallic, TS50/80X parts Kawasaki KH125 petrol tank, Honda CB600 ABS 09 petrol tank, fuel pump, rear hugger, blue metallic. Tel. 07858 134475. Durham.

SUZUKI GSXR-SRAD 1998, 6,500 miles, absolutely mint, unmolested, original condition, one previous owner, £2850 ovno; can send you pics if needed.

Tel. 07591 270434. Wales. sharbenson8@gmail.com

YAMAHA 175MX 1979, 14,000 miles only, fair cond, ride away, £1600 ono. Tel. 01392 275899. Devon.

YAMAHA DT175MX 1980, 23k, as new tyres, new chain and sprockets, orig h/book and tools, MoT, on Sorn, spare good exhaust, Haynes manual, garaged, £2150. Tel. 01642 486121. N Yorks.

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YAMAHA XS 400 Import mono shock, reg 9/10/1997, MoT til 31/10/2019, good condition, starts on button, ready to go, £950 ono. Tel. 01642 897474.

YAMAHA XS1B 1971, only got 9,700 miles on clock, all original, chrome wheels and mudguards, engine was running but wants the carbs cleaning, t&t exempt, cash on collection or your courier after cleared payment, £3800. Tel. 01782 460545.

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SUZUKI BANDIT GSF 650 (ABS) 2006, fantastic cond, MoT, recent service, reliable Bandit engine and part purchases in last year (all paperwork available), 4k miles, 38,900 miles. Tel. 07927 121910.

SUZUKI GSF K1 1200cc, 2002, MoT till August 2019, new rear tyre, brake pads and chain, rear carrier and hugger, Sorned, needs new battery, £1350 ono. Tel. 07961 826529 after 5pm.

Lowestoft/Suffolk.

SUZUKI GSX-R600 ‘X’ plate, registered in 2000, stunning orig cond, full service and owner docs, 8,200 miles from new, mechanically A1, fully road tested after standing for the last 12 years, new tyres, brakes and fluids, full service and MoT till March 2020. Viewing strictly by appointment, offers in excess of £3200. Tel. Mick on 07902 925096. mick@ amporter.co.uk Staffs.

SUZUKI GX125 03, wrappd exhaust, good reliable bike, MoT’d, good condition for year, £600 ono. Tel. 01926 770198. Warks.

SUZUKI GSXR600 1998, 6,500 genuine miles, mint unmolested condition, new tyres, all books etc, may do a straight swop for mint bike, £2850. Tel. Rob 07591 270434. Wales.

TRIUMPH SPRINT ST 955I 2002, 955i Triple, full MoT, kept indoors, totally standard plus LSL higher bars, originals included, racing green, not done 12k, few left with this mileage, £2300 . Tel. 07792 887729. Stockport.

YAMAHA RD 250D 1977, total rebuild, engine, paint, chrome, p/coating, orig exhausts, rims polished, elec ign, HEL Lines, stainless fittings, new mudguards, shockers, yellow, £5000 ono. Tel. 07811 144367. rocketrawson55@gmail.com Derbys.

YAMAHA V-MAX 92, 31k, full power 2we engine.

Full exhaust, R1 brakes, upgraded forks, few other little mods, £3500. Tel. 07889 731253.

YAMAHA VIRAGO XV1100 1989 trike project, been stored in garage, unused for past 7 years, 34,371 miles, Sorned, £750 inc towing attachment.

Tel. Jayne 07981 248962 for details.

TRIUMPH T100S 2014, black, Bonneville, 6,500 miles, one owner, serviced, MoT, reason for sale - age, £4800 fairing oiler available, offers.

Tel. 01935 824545. bill. southcombe@gmail.com Yeovil, Somerset.

YAMAHA XJR1200 1996, 13k, outstanding showroom cond, custom black met, tasteful extras inc silencers, possible p/x, £2800. Tel. 07763 781522. Lincs. richard. rcb46@gmail.com

LEARNER MOTORCYCLE wanted, any cc, any cond, if runs ok.

Tel. 07745 102200. N Yorks.

STILL LOOKING FOR TANK for ER500 206. Tel. 07986 465088. Kent.

SUZUKI 1000GSXR 2007, wanted, mirror indicator, stork front brake side black.

Tel. 01384 830014. W Mids.

Parts for sale BMW F800GS 2014, rear wheel hugger, £28; Givi screen, £30; tinted screen, £30. Tel. 07768 202177. W Sussex.

BMW R1200GS Sargent rider’s seat, low height, pristine condition, fits R1200GS from 2014, 2015, black vinyl, grey piping, adj height settings, £150 ono. Tel. 07788 633722.

Herefordshire.

DUCATI SINGLE CYLINDER MODELS spares for sale, mostly narrowcast items.

Tel. 01539 722466. Cumbria.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON Softail 2004 saddle bags, genuine Harley, vgc, £350. Tel. John 0795 1004387. Northants.

HONDA CB250 70’s cyl barrels, unused since rebored, pair new pistons, still boxed, £80; C50 low mileage carb with air box, £20; red/white rear shox, as new, £20. Tel. 01293 410976. Gatwick.

HONDA MBX125 red seat, radiator, MTX125 yellow seat, rear mudguard/battery tray. Triumph 675 09 Street Triple, blue flame stainless exhaust/link pipes, also fit Speed Triple, £225 price inc post. CBR900 Fireblade tank, early model, white, £100. Tel. John 07858 134475. Durham.

HONDA NTV650P 1993, full set Givi hard luggage plus rack and fittings, vgc, £50. Tel. 079510 67803. Warks.

HONDA RR7 FIREBLADE 2007, bodywork red/black, not complete and some bits light damage, v cheap, also Triumph Street Triple, 3013 headlamps, both work but one has rim crack, £35. Tel. 07951 818730. W Sussex.

ITALIAN PARTS sell off Ducati Benelli, Cagiva, Laverda, MOrini etc, prefer to sell in lots, make by make but will sell individual significant items. Tel. 07833 906288.

Essex.

SMITHS SPEEDO 60s, restored, off 650 Triumph, dark grey, dial set at zero, SSM5001/ OOA, £150 plus post. Tel. 01452 410622. Glos.

SUZUKI GS550E 1981 frame, wheels, petrol tank, side panels, tail piece, rear mudguard, with log book, £200 ono. Tel. 07757 707908.

Pick-up only.. Grangemouth, Scotland.

SUZUKI GSXR750 Slabby front forks, good condition, £120 ono; also GSXR 750/1100 Slabby wheels, with discs, good condition, £150 ono; pick-up only. Tel. 07757 707908. Scotland.

SUZUKI RG125 GAMMA W/B parts, think 86/87/88 model, RG250, Mk I spares; 1983/84 Kawasaki AR80/AR125, 89 onwards, black/red, spares, clocks, seat, exhausts, petrol tanks etc, Kawasaki Z200X, 82 model, parts, full bike, 26k miles, Honda GS petrol tank.

Tel. 07858 134475. Durham.

SUZUKI GSX1300R Hayabusa Geni, genuine exhaust and 3 bolt fixings, good condition, £100 ono. Tel. 07757 707908.

Grangemouth, Scotland.

TOP BOXES two classic style motorcycle boxes, one small and in good cond, the other medium with slight damage to one corner. Tel. 01476 568249. S Lincs.

TRIUMPH 675 DAYTONA 2006, new exhaust, £50. Tel. 07787 525198. W Mids.

TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE 2005, on King & Queen seat, vgc, £80; Honda VFR, 196697 hugger, £15; luggage rack, £20; two mirrors, £10; Gortex size 10/44, new boots, £100. Tel. 01189 678807. Berks.

Miscellaneous LEWES MOTORCYCLE JACKET size M - fits my 40” chest and would fit slightly larger or smaller, features a removal thermal lining, armoured shoulders/arms, strap adjusts on waist, wrist and arms, trouser attachment zip, 3 interior pockets, 4 external zip pockets, zip and velcro front fastening, good cond, £25.

Tel. 01737 842296. Dorking.

MANUALS - Honda CX500, Kawasaki GPZ500, engine as ER500, Yamaha VJ1200/1300, XVS650/1100, XS400, £7 each.

Tel. 07974 822880. W Mids.

WOLF LEATHER BIKE JACKET black, size 38” chest, no scuffs, zips all ok. Tel. 01438 871619; 07799 220513. Herts. lds@ lindastyles.plus.com

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