At Akito we believe in biking, proper biking. ‘Go anywhere’ biking. The biking you read about, the biking you dream about. The dream you bought into when you chose to be a biker. A sense of adventure. The rush of adrenalin. The thrill of the chase. You see, proper bikers aren’t constrained by anything but their imagination. Whatever they ride, they push it to the max. Try new things. Go to new places. Learn. Experience. In pursuit of adventure, proper bikers need kit they can depend on. Not fancy branded, over-priced designer wear – the proper gear. Akito gear.

All helmets within the Arashi range are constructed using high impact resistant materials that exceed European safety standards.

Comfort is taken care of by fully removable interior hypoallergenic padding, while air vents at the front and exhaust ports at the rear ensure an adjustable channel of cool air with reduced wind noise.

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Avon has been making high quality tyres since 1885 - tyres that fit all sorts of cars and motorbikes. And over the years, Avon has not only proved itself on the road but also on the racetracks of the world, on two wheels as well as four. Today, Avon's century of tyre-making experience is combined with the very latest design and manufacturing technology. Add in a punishing test regime and you can see why Avon makes tyres of unparalleled quality and ability. Their range includes everything from their VP2 Xtreme track day tyres to their long lasting all weather tyres the Storm-ST and everything in between, so they have got the right tyre for you guaranteed. If you're after tyres that can confidently shrug off the elements, tyres that help make riding a pleasure rather than a chore, make sure you ask for Avon.

Like No Other.BMW Motorrad special accessories - even greater individua­lity for your BMW Motorcycle.It has always been important to BMW Motorrad that every owner should have the opportunity to upgrade their BMW bike in an individual style - using original special accessories which are available from BMW Motorrad dealerships and which can be installed by the dealership on request. The program is as diverse as BMW motorcyclists themselves, ranging from intelligent solutions for ergonomics and comfort to storage space, sports exhaust systems and safety features. Motorcycle AccessoriesBMW Motorrad accessories let you equip your machine so it perfectly meets your requirements and reflects your tastes. Our brochure will guide you through a comprehensive range of solutions, specifically designed to complement both each other and the models they are fitted to. Rider equipmentBMW Motorrad stands for so much more than simply producing fantastic motorcycles. Here you can find the Rider Equipment that will not only take you safely and comfortably from A to B but also turn heads en route.Contact your local dealer to find out more, or to place your order. 

BOX is an aggressive, innovative and unashamedly British helmet brand and each BOX helmet is made from all the best materials, put together with all the latest technology and boasting all today’s must-have features. BOX offers aggressive prices, snappy designs and, most importantly, incredibly comfortable, great fitting helmets.

Their involvement with motorsport – from F1 to MotoGP – means Bridgestone tyres are unrivalled in terms of innovation and safety.  Incorporating the latest advances in road racing and street tyre technology, Bridgestone delivers an unparalleled balance between performance in wet and dry conditions, to its handling, stability, cornering, and grip - providing better value in terms of £s per mile. That's why all their tyres endure endless hours of real life testing on both streets and circuits around the world. So you can be sure it performs on demand.

Castrol is widely acknowledged as the world's leading specialist provider of lubricant solutions - a diverse product range, for many different uses.

Although most people know us best for our expertise in developing lubricants for cars and bikes, we also produce lubricants that directly affect our daily lives in other, less noticeable ways ... such as in gas and electricity production, transport industries, construction and earth moving vehicles, refrigeration, metalworking and plastics, not forgetting lubricants for the marine sector and for industry in general.

At the very heart of our success you’ll find our core values:

• technology leader
• winning attitude
• passionate & exciting
• superior performance

Underlining these values is our total commitment to working together with our customers for mutual benefit, which has been central to our success. In fact, we have always worked this way at castrol.

Charles ‘cheers’ Wakefield, who founded our company way back in 1899, passionately believed in working alongside his customers to develop the right products and services. He had the foresight to recognise that prosperity for both parties would be best achieved in partnership. This philosophy remains as successful and as relevant to us at Castrol today as it was then.

DATATAG - THE ART OF IDENTIFICATION

Professional thieves like to steal property that is difficult to trace and easy to dispose of. Datatag makes your bike much easier to identify, thereby reducing its desirability to thieves. Like all of the best inventions and ideas, the concept of Datatag is simple but utilises state of the art identification technologies to permanently mark and protect your bike. The Datatag systems contain unique electronic transponders, Datadots®, invisible forensic DNA and unique numbered stencils with special chemical etching fluid, all of which are hidden on your bike. Your personal details and the details of your bike are registered on Datatag’s secure database, which is accessible to the Police 24/7.

Draggin Jeans is the world leader in casual motorcycle fashion. All Draggin Jeans products are carefully developed, designed and tested with rider safety, comfort and style in mind. Draggin Jeans clothing range is lined with hi-tech soft knitted Kevlar® Unobtanium, a man made fibre that offers incredible abrasion, cut and heat resistance, while providing a soft and comfortable feel. Draggin Jeans clothing is for men and women, ranging from motorcycle jeans and brightly coloured camouflage to chinos, cargos, jackets, Kevlar® K-shirts and accessories. Ride Safe in Style - Draggin Jeans enhance the pleasure and safety of motorcycling.

Riding a motorcycle is a great thing but is no fun if you are not comfortable, too hot or too cold, if you are freezing or your sweaty skin is sticking to linings; you endure rather than enjoy. The EDZ range has been developed specifically for the motorcyclist who may be wearing close fitting outer layers across varying temperatures, conditions and speeds.

The Fine Vision range of anti-fog visor inserts is constructed from optical-grade polycarbonate, and the adhesive fog-free lens is available as a universal fit for most visors, or Arai-specific. Fine Vision is simple to install and maintenance free, offering built-in protection from UV rays as well as maintaining a clear, fog-free view of the road ahead. For all-year riders, the Photochromatic Fine Vision insert offers further versatility thanks to light reactive technology; depending on the brightness, the insert changes from a subtle shade of green to a deeper shade of blue within seconds, significantly reducing glare.

Forcefield Body Armour is unique in that it specialises in Soft Armour Technology that offers unrivalled protection and comfort for Motorcycling, Skiing, Snowboarding and Mountain Biking as well as other contact sports where impacts are a common occurrence. Synonymous with flexibility and comfort, Forcefield Body Armour provides unobtrusive body protection with repeat performance technology, all tested to meet and exceed CE approved standardsForcefield Body Armour is unique in that it specialises in Soft Armour Technology that offers unrivalled protection and comfort for Motorcycling, Skiing, Snowboarding and Mountain Biking as well as other contact sports where impacts are a common occurrence. Synonymous with flexibility and comfort, Forcefield Body Armour provides unobtrusive body protection with repeat performance technology, all tested to meet and exceed CE approved standards.

Forcefield Climate Control performance engineered clothing has been created to compliment the high quality Forcefield Body Armour. Designed for multi sport activities where comfort is key, the Climate Control range delivers on style and function by using cutting edge technology including materials such as BeCool™, Meryl®, Scotch guard™ and Defender®.

The Grex range of helmets mixes technology, safety and design features at price points that represent superb value for money. Top of the Grex range is the RF2, a full-face flip-up helmet that features an internal sun visor, plus chin guard Dual Control Lift (DCL) system for single-handed opening. The DJ1 City, DJ1 Visor and DJ1 Peak open face helmets are hugely popular among leisure and scooter riders while the K1 Visor offers a fully functional helmet suitable for children, and features an excellent fit designed specifically for smaller heads.

At Hagon we have been making shocks since 1985. Over the years we have developed a massive application list for motorcycles, covering most models since 1952.

Since 1971, HJC has specialized in manufacturing exclusively motorcycle helmets.  The combination of this experience, innovative ideas, and reasonable pricing has resulted in HJC’s success worldwide.  With a wide selection of helmets in the mid to high price range, HJC has expanded consumers’ choice providing safe, comfortable, stylish and affordable helmets.

Oxford Products Ltd is now the exclusive UK distributor of the Macon‐based IXON clothing brand. Having established itself as the leading clothing brand in France, IXON returns to the UK with a fresh range and huge ambitions.

Thierry created his company in 1996 at the tender age of 24. Ever since, driven by the will to become one of the top 5 international motorcycle clothing brands, his leitmotiv is to control all aspects of the business; from production to distribution, through logistics and communication. Critical to this aim is the fact that IXON owns its own factory in China but manages worldwide distribution from an 8,000sqm warehouse in France.

The range covers a broad range of price points in all categories of leather and textiles. These include race, street, touring, scooter, child and plus sizing as well as a particularly strong line for women.

Kappa is one of the premier names in motorcycle luggage and touring accessories. Designed in Italy, Kappa hard and soft luggage is available to fit most popular sports bikes, commuters, scooters, roadsters and naked bikes. From a simple shoulder bag to a matching top case and panniers for today’s luxury touring motorcycles, Kappa offers durability, security and style. No matter what or how you ride, Kappa is designed for life on the move.

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M&P was formed in 1978 by Mark and Paul Collings who found it difficult to buy the products they wanted for their motorcycling needs(no internet in those days). They started a Mail Order Company which has grown to what it is today. With a range of high profile products M&P are able to offer to both the public direct and through their Trade Division “On 2 Wheels” to a dealer near you some of the best known products available today.

The latest range of Marushin helmets continues the commitment to quality and innovation set in stone by Japanese founder Watanabe Shin. Each helmet is carefully constructed using the latest in lightweight high-impact resistant materials.

Made by Pinlock, Max Vision is an official replacement Arai clear visor, featuring a large recess in the shield designed to fit any of four different anti-fog lenses; clear, light smoke, dark smoke and yellow. As the insert lens is extended over the edge trim rubber of the visor opening there are no visible edges obstructing the vision, making it invisible in use. Fitting a lens takes only a moment, simply requiring the visor to be flattened enough for the insert to drop into place and a turn of two screws to lock it in place. The flexible lenses make it easy to carry the alternative colour options available.

Metzeler was founded more than a century ago and since then its focus has always been on the highest quality standards and accuracy in manufacturing. Most of Metzeler’s staff are enthusiastic motorcycle riders themselves which means that they understand the real needs, the expectations and demands of riders. With this in mind their mission is to constantly develop state-of -art technological products from the introduction of new materials to the development of innovative tread designs and compounds.

Established in 1993, Motrax has grown to become the largest aftermarket motorcycle accessory distributor in the UK. Not only is it the importer for well-known brands such as Caberg Helmets, Laser Exhausts and Cargo Luggage to name but a few, it also has many ‘home grown’ product lines that have become market leaders such as the extensive range of indicators.

Motrax prides itself on bringing its customer innovative and well-priced products to enhance the riding experience. As a trade wholesaler, it does not retail direct to the public, however you will never be far from a Motrax stockist who will be more than happy to supply any items from the range.

Effectively the Mr Muscle of the motorcycle world, MucOff’s products are appreciated for their ability to take the hard work out of cleaning and maintaining your motorcycle and its ancilliaries.

Products vary widely in function and size; from chain lube to polish and from 35ml anti-fog sprays to 25 litre cleaning fluid dispensers. All are offered in informative and attractive packaging and there are some which come in nicely presented multi-buy packs which offer great value.

The Nolan Group, based in Brembate di Sopra, Italy began manufacturing Nolan helmets in 1972 and has since won a hard-earned reputation for technical innovation and quality. The range available from Nolan is huge, with a helmet to suit every type of rider in every situation, from sports, touring, cruising and commuting. Nolan’s superb N-Com system provides seamless communication rider-to-pillon, bike-to-bike or to the world via mobile phone and many of the brand’s helmets are N-Com ready.

Oxford Products was founded in 1973 by a group of enthusiasts and is still staffed by active enthusiasts, who test and develop the entire product range.  Their experience in the market enables them to offer the best advice, customer service and knowledge. Furthermore, they take pride in using the products ourselves. Their range of products includes helmets, luggage, security, accessories and clothing.

Pinlock Fog Resistant Visor inserts ensure a clear view and are tailor made for Arai Helmets. A Pinlock lens is created out of a moisture absorbing plastic, and the silicone seal creates an airtight double-glazed visor. Easily fitted – simply placed between two adjustable pins – Pinlock can be used all year round during hot and humid conditions and also wet, cold periods.  Launched shortly will be Pinlock’s new Protectint lens which with its light reactive properties, is perfect for all-year round riding.

Discover the Pirelli world of products for your motorbike. From technical precision to the latest in advanced tyre technology, they bring the ultimate riding experience to your world. There range includes the Angel ST; designed for those longer journeys, the Scorpion Trail; developed to satisfy the specific needs of the Enduro market, the Night Dragon; the first performance product dedicated to cruisers and finally the Diablo Rosso; the ideal tyre to push forward your limits everywhere from twisty roads through highways to the daily urban route. Pirelli philosophy is clear - tyres must offer always superb performance and give bikers exactly what they want in order to enjoy to the full their bike regardless of style. Power is nothing without control.

With more than 70 years of experience, Schuberth GmbH has a wide range of products and is an innovator in head protection technology. All helmets are both acoustically and aerodynamically optimised in Schuberth's own wind tunnel, where they also test their Formula 1 helmets.

The Shift-It range of products is designed to look after that essential part of any biker’s kit – the crash helmet. A motorcycle helmet is a vital piece of safety equipment and needs regular care, inside and out. Shift-It is used by the technicians working on the Arai British Superbike Race Service team and is an important ingredient in keeping racers’ helmets in the best possible condition. Shift-It’s products contain no petroleum distillates so are safe to use on all helmet parts and visors and come in handy, pocket-sized packages so they’re easy to carry.

The Key Collection has been brought together with great care by bikers for bikers. These enthusiasts have crossed continents in their quest to offer customers the highest quality motorcycling clothing and accessories at sensible prices. Within 'The Collection', you'll find leather and textile clothing, waterproofs, helmets, gloves, boots, off-road gear, armour, luggage, security products and accessories.

 

VentureShield is the number one name in motorsport bodywork protection – and for the last two years it’s also proved invaluable as invisible protection for motorcycle helmets. VentureShield is a pre-cut ultra-clear durable urethane film, shielding paintwork from stone chipping, insect and minor abrasions. It will not discolour and comes with a lifetime guarantee; it’s also easy to fit and requires no special care or attention. VentureShield is easily removed at any time, leaving the helmet looking perfect.

Over the past two decades WEISE Motorcycle Clothing has built an enviable reputation with customers who demand the very best in terms of quality, style and functionality. The new collection continues to build on this reputation with the very best technological materials available, to bring you quite simply the best products in this sector of the market.

The X-Lite brand, introduced by the Nolan Group back in 1998, is all about outright performance and every helmet in the range is designed to excel. 2010 MotoGP world champion Jorge Lorenzo has contributed to the development of many of the technical features found on X-Lite helmets; including a visor aperture with an impressively wide field of vision and superbly fluid mechanism, three sizes of outer shell, plus an ASD (Adjustable Stability Device) to aid stability at speed and extract hot air from the interior.