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                <title><![CDATA[Shoei X Spirit II: Shoei X Spirit II]]></title>
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                                The Shoei X Spirit II

If something is a II it normally means that the I was seller in the first place and some new gizmos have come along to boost sales of an already good product. This is also true of the Shoei X Spirit II – now with added zest. 

Not a cheap helmet by any stretch of the imagination but then the old adage of you get what you pay for seems to be rather apt for this cracker of a lid set out on RRP of 495 GBP.

I do love the sleek design and weighing in at a real feather weight 1,450 grams saves on the neck fatigue. Full face and noise reduced the X Spirit II has left me feeling refreshed and forgetting that I am even wearing a helmet! The washable inner liner is wonderful for thos of us that ride long distance – just ensure the smell of Lenor is not over powering the smell of fresh cut grass as you blast around the countryside.

How safe? AIM and Shell with an ACU Gold standard as well of course of meeting the ECE 22-05 stuff but a little something extra – the X Spirit II now comes with a built the EQRS or Emergency Quick Release System (How we love our acronyms). This snazzy little feature will allow the helmet to be removed in an emergency without putting the rider at further risk.

I’m also a great fan of the ‘pinlock’ system and I know many say fog ‘resistant’ but I am yet to find a lid that keeps the dreaded breath mist out like a pinlock system does. You can swap the pin lock for a shaded slot (for race days of course) and I am looking forward to the development of a light reactive pinlock when it comes to the market.

To add to the comfort of the amazing light weight and the sound reduction fitting of the visor you have a multitude of air vents that, for those of us who still have it, will let the wind flow coolly through your hair, while the chin curtain keeps that bugging up draft at bay.

Thie creation of Shoei has been issued a 4 star rating (Out of 5) by UK Government SHARP scheme. 

The only down side I have found is – she is a pricey little number that will leave you feeling pig sick if you happen to drop it while out on the piste!!
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                <pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 20:11:18 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Klim Dakar: The cure to overheating from the waist down]]></title>
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                                I bought these for a trip to Morocco and believe that I definitely made the right choice and they were the envy of a few other riders while we were there.  

The huge thigh vents work brilliantly and kept me cool (or at least bearable) through 40+ Celsius heat.  

They are extremely comfortable while riding, with ribbed stretch panels and soft mesh areas front and back of the knee, with leather panels in the seat and inside, lower leg.  A highly breathable panel around the groin also helps things a lot.

The zip, fly poppers, leg velcro and velcro waist adjusters are all very high quality and the clip loops, big pockets and key clip are all great little details - as is the lip in the pockets, so coins don't just fall out.  These are cut to go outside MX boots, but I wore them both inside and out as the adjusters go right around the back of the calf, Klim also make a cut for inside boot only I believe.

I rated reliability high since I rode 6000 miles and put them through a fair amount of distress and there are no signs of anything failing, only time will tell how durable they are.

I did find that I missed waist level pockets, but that was just a case of adjusting my habits.

Without additional armour, their protection is somewhat limited, but the foam padding is comfortable to walk in and offers some protection.  They are good for light showers and even brief, heavier showers, but obviously will need a waterproof layer in anything heavier or more sustained.

Would definitely recommend for comfortable hot weather riding and would definitely consider buying again.

Bought them from Desert Rose Racing (via Adventure Spec) - recommended.

http://www.desertroseracing.com/store/index.php


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                <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:00:03 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Caberg V2R: Mid-Budget bargain]]></title>
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                                Bought this as my first bike lid and assumed it was an example of cheap and cheerful until I wore my two subsequent helmets and realised that the V2R actually did things really quite well.

The vents are useful and stay open/closed as desired, visor fogging can be an issue, but is a lot better than both the Held and Arai lids I've worn.

The flip down sun visor I used more than I thought I would, handy both for Sun glare and just protecting eyes while riding with the visor open, although I did feel concious of looking like a Darth Vader wannabe.

Safety I've put at 9 since the government tests gave it a 5 star rating in their safety tests and I can't think of a reason to disagree.

The wind noise is possibly the worst feature, with a gap in the padding right by the ear that channels wind and bugs.

Good budget lid, especially if you always have the visor down.                ]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 09:27:27 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[DAYTONA ROADSTAR GTX BOOTS: Daytona Roadstar GTX]]></title>
                                <link>http://www.adventurebikerider.com/component/content/article/70-footware/622-daytona-roadstar-gtx-boots.html</link>
                <description><![CDATA[
                                Faultless boots.                ]]></description>
                <category><![CDATA[Footware]]></category>
                <pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 15:43:53 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[SUZUKA GORE-TEX  SUIT: ‘BIKERS’ SUZUKA GORE-TEX  ]]></title>
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                                Nevertheless this is a good suit for discerning ‘Bikers’.                ]]></description>
                <category><![CDATA[Jackets]]></category>
                <pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 15:35:41 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[New Helmet: Schuberth C3]]></title>
                                <link>http://www.adventurebikerider.com/component/content/article/69-helmets/505-new-helmet.html</link>
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                                I wanted a flip-up helmet and this fitted the bill.  I wore it in the shop and it seems ok but it doesn't really fit my oval shaped bonce.  The pin-lock visor mists up in very heavy rain and vents are not that effective - especially the chin vent.  I also thought it was noisy compared to my old Arai SV.  I like the flip up facility although it catches the intercom mic occasionally when you clos it.  Overall, I would buy a proper full face helmet (another Arai?).                ]]></description>
                <category><![CDATA[Helmets]]></category>
                <pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:17:42 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Spada Adventure Jacket : Well worth it !]]></title>
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                                I have had this jacket for nearly a year now (actually bought it after reading James691 review) and it has not let me down once. I got mine for £95 from ebay. In a word "Bargain"

The jacket has been comfortable from day one. Easy to adjust and didn't require "breaking in" With the thermal lining in I've been toasty warm even in the coldest of British weather, and with the liner out its been cool, even in the few brief days of sunshine !

I have never experienced any leaks, even when I went on the Highland Simmer Rally where it seemed to rain all the time !

So, all in all a great bit of kit which has done everything I needed it to do. 

I certainly wouldn't hesitate to buy this jacket again or consider any other Spada product.

Cheers
Paul



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                <category><![CDATA[Jackets]]></category>
                <pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:10:52 +0200</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Rev'it Off Track: Rev'it Off Track Jacket]]></title>
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                                Prefer the Sand model with it's alterations to this design, but for value for money as a secondhand buy - excellent!                ]]></description>
                <category><![CDATA[Jackets]]></category>
                <pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 21:03:25 +0200</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Alpinestars Jet Road Gloves: Winter gloves]]></title>
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                                Excellent all weather glove, though hot in the summer.

pretty waterproof, and i'd expect the new versions to be better. Worn very day for 3 years - have lasted well and are very comfortable.

Like all alpinestars gear sizing leaves a lot to be desired and a size up should be order of the day.

great glove, good value and very well made.                 ]]></description>
                <category><![CDATA[Gloves]]></category>
                <pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 18:59:45 +0200</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Diadora GT2 Motorcycle Boots. : Diadora boots]]></title>
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                                Nice boot from diadora, though i expect labeled diadora and much duplicated by other brand names. 

sold as waterproof and were for a while, now leak in heavy downpours, probably due to poor maintenance!

very comfy for walking in and good on the bike, though stiff and slightly restrictive if on sportsbike!

Buckles plastic and will abrade if touched down - could be a flaw but so far not created problems.

All in a decent boot. 
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                <category><![CDATA[Footware]]></category>
                <pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 18:53:26 +0200</pubDate>
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