Win a limited edition Arai helmet

Want to be in with a chance of winning an exclusive and limited edition Arai RX7-GP helmet just by answering a few simple questions? It’s a real ‘money-can’t-buy’ prize, and you could be the lucky owner just by answering the 3 quick questions below. Answer correctly, and if you’re chosen, you’ll get this fantastic prize. The competition runs until 11.59pm (UK time) on Monday, June 3rd, 2013.  

The prize:

The prize is a limited edition Arai RX7 GP in a presentation case. It was created specifically by Arai to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the brand in Europe, and was just given to distributors at the time.

As a result it’s impossible to give a guide price, but the visor alone is worth £60! A standard Arai RX7 GP helmet costs a few hundred pounds, and that’s before you add the value of an exclusive design. You’ll receive this rare piece of motorcycle history in a presentation case to keep it safe and looking good.

             

How to enter to win this rare Arai?

It’s simple to enter and be in with a chance of winning this rare Arai. All you need to do is answer the three questions below, and make sure you’ve sent your entry to us before midnight on June 3, 2013.

A winner will be selected randomly from all correct entries supplied, and the winner will be notified shortly after the competition closing date:

  Q1: How much are we selling the Spada Sting Maverick Full Face Helmet for?

• £99.95
• £149.95
• £199.99

  Q2: What comes free with Sword chain and Blaster padlock combination?

• A Wooly Mammoth?
• A Mammoth Ground Anchor worth £24.99?
• A bag of chips?

  Q3: Where is the BargainBikerBrands.com headquarters and showroom?

• Newcastle under Lyme?
• Oldcastle under Lime?
• In a castle near the Tyne?

  Send your answers in an email to sales@bargainbikerbrands.com, including your full name, address and contact details to notify you if you win – and to let us know where to send your prize.   Competition Rules:

1. You must be over 18 years of age to enter this competition.
2. Employees of BargainBikeBrands Ltd and any company associated to the specific competition and their families are not eligible to enter the competition.
3. Only one entry per person is permitted, unless otherwise stated.
4. Proof of making phone call, sending post/e-mail is not proof of our receipt of your entry. No responsibility can be accepted for entries that are lost, delayed or damaged.
5. The closing date is 11.59pm on June 3rd, 2013
6. In the case of a prize draw, the first correct entry drawn will be the winner.
7. Winners will be formally notified (by email or post) within 21 days of the closing date. Full details of the prize will be given in writing upon notification. Where we notify a winner by email, we will ask for confirmation of receipt by reply email.
8. The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
9. The prize may not be transferred to any other person.
10. No cash alternative or alternative prize is available on entrants’ request but in the event of the advertised competition prize being unavailable we reserve the right to offer an alternative prize of equal or greater value.
11. BargainBikerBrands will not be liable for any damage, loss or disappointment suffered by any person taking part or not being able to take part in a competition.
12. Competition winners may be required to take part in or co-operate with publicity.
13. No responsibility is accepted for inaccurate prize details supplied by sponsors.
14. We reserve the right to amend these rules at any time. Entry in the competition implies acceptance of these rules.
15. We will keep your personal details for a reasonable time so that we can send you any prize that you have won, to verify that these rules have been complied with, and for accounting purposes
16. These rules are governed by English law.
17. The promoter of the competition is: Bargainbikerbrands Ltd, 2 Rosevale Business Park, Parkhouse Industrial Est West, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 7UB

Come and visit our showroom this weekend

If you’d like to meet the BargainBikerBrands team in person, and try on your next helmet, jacket or other kit before you make a purchase, then you’ll be pleased to know we’re extending our showroom opening hours to include Saturdays from 9am-1pm. So why not come and visit us this weekend? Although we aim to offer the best possible service when you’re buying purely online, we also have a full showroom on our premises to let you come and see our product range and try it out. That can be really useful if you’re not sure which helmet brand or size is the right fit, and with decades of experience in advising a huge number of motorcyclists, we can ensure you get the right lid. As you can see, we’ve got a large range of motorcycle helmets available, covering all styles, shapes and sizes. Whether you’re shopping for open, flip-front or full-face helmets we have options for you at the best prices. The showroom also includes our clothing ranges, including waterproof motorcycle jackets, trousers, and boots. And you can check out our other products, including motorcycle security, and consumables for cleaning and maintaining your bike. Our showroom opening hours are 9am-5pm from Monday to Friday, and 9am-1pm on Saturdays. And we’re located at 2 Rosevale Business Park, Parkhouse Industrial Est West, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 7UB. If there is a particular product you want to see, contact us if you want to check it’s in stock and available when you plan to visit.

The Schuberth C3 try out

Schuberth C3

I have always been a believer in trying to test the items I sell and as helmets are a big passion of mine I decided that I would try out the Schuberth on my latest club run to North Wales. I would be covering around 300 miles over the weekend on my GS and decided the C3 would be the helmet of choice. Unfortunately the new Schuberth C3 Pro did not fit me due to the slimmer shape so I opted for the C3 and fitted the Schuberth SRC neck roll. The first thing to say at this point is how easy the SRC was to fit and set up. I’ve always hated the communication systems that bolt onto the side of the helmet when it should be so easy for a manufacturer to work together with a comms company to produce a system that works with the helmet. Schuberth and Scala have just done that. Within 15 minutes I had removed the C3′s neck roll and replaced it with the new roll and set up my Garmen Zumo. My iPhone was already paired with the Zumo so I was ready to go. Had to make one small adjustment to the left hand speaker but with the velcro pads fitted this was easy. Little pain was where you put the charging cable but eventually I found you could thread it back into the neck roll out of the way. Did have a go at setting up the RDS radio and whilst Radio one was difficult the local radio station was amazing.

“maybe Arai could learn a thing or two here!”

Anyway, back to the helmet. Fitted the Pinlock anti-fog insert that comes in the box and you notice straight away how easy it is to remove the visor. Being an “Arai expert” for many years the Schuberth was a doddle…….maybe Arai could learn a thing or two here! Helmet was now all ready for the weekend ahead and the weather forecast looked fantastic. I set off Friday afternoon to head towards Betws-y-Coed in North Wales to meet up with the rest of the club and the journey was fantastic as I decided to keep off the main roads and the 70 miles took just over two hours. The helmet performed very well and was amazingly quiet with the vents closed and the visor clicked shut. The sun was very bright and the drop down sun visor was perfect and did not interfere with my glasses when down which was a big problem with my X-Lite. The chin bar was close to my chin which did cause an issue with the microphone as it touched my lips but the biggest pain was the chin strap.

“making the velcro rub against my skin which was very annoying”

The helmet has a cover to the strap that can be velcro’d closed to keep the micro lock buckle away from your skin but as I have a large neck the strap did not meet so during the journey the material turned making the velcro rub against my skin which was very annoying. These need to be made longer for the large helmets. It is a bit like the chin straps on the large Arai helmets as they too are also too short. Got to the hotel, beers and evening meal with the guys before the club run on the Saturday. After breakfast we all set off on our trip in glorious sunshine and on some amazing roads. This was the time to try out the vents and they worked a treat slightly increasing the noise level but bringing cool air to my head. We stopped a few times and it was great to be able to lift up the chin bar without having to take off the helmet. I did notice it was not easy to click the front back down again a problem because of my wide cheeks as I could not click it down without using two hands, one on the back of the helmet whilst the other pushed the chin bar into place. This maybe is a good thing as it would stop you driving whilst the chin bar is up, something it does warn you not to do in the hand book! The day was amazing with some fantastic biking roads thanks to the well organised run set out by the old Honda boss no less! After getting back and a few more beers and yet another great meal I went to bed. Breakfast in the morning and then the journey home.

“something I would have bought myself”

Sunday was not a nice day, much colder and some rain. I decided to reflect on the C3 on the way home and decide if it was something I would have bought myself. I concluded I would but would have to make a few adjustments. The chin strap would need to be made longer or the velcro removed. I would have to get into the habit and make sure the chin bar was correctly shut before setting off and finally see if it was possible to put thinner cheek pads in, something I did with my Arai Tour Cross to give a better fit. The positives far outweighed any negatives, the quietness, venting, vision and the addition of the SRC made the Schuberth C3 a helmet I would have to wear again. Ride Safe  

Kit yourself out on a tight budget

Motorcycling is definitely the most enjoyable way to travel. Whether you’re riding a scooter or the latest sportsbike, you’ll experience more on two wheels than in a car. And with the right kit, you’ll be comfortable and safe. One of the biggest improvements in biking over the years has been that the general level of quality has risen for motorcycle helmets and clothing – and as a result, you can get yourself into good kit at a much lower price. If you’re on a tight budget, we’ve picked out some of the most cost-effective gear around. In fact, you can pick a crash helmet, jacket, trousers, boots and gloves from the list below for a total price of £220.96.  

Motorcycle helmets on a budget:

The VCAN V190 Rage is a pretty astounding helmet. For just £39.99 you can buy a full face motorcycle helmet which is ECE 22.05 for road use, ACU Gold approved for track days, and has achieved a 4 star rating in the government Sharp test. That’s pretty impressive, although it’s less surprising when you know VCAN is one of the largest helmet producers in the world, making lids for other brands including their own. That means they can pass on the savings they make by producing in bulk onto you. In addition to the safety ratings, you also get a quick release visor, removable cheek pads and a full venting system. At £40 there’s really no excuse at all for going out in something from the early 1990s that has been in the back of a cupboard for the last decade. If you prefer a different shell shape or design, we also have the Viper RS-60 full-face helmet in three colour options. It’s also ECE22.05 and ACU Gold approved and costs just £5 more. If you’re a cruiser rider, you might appreciate the open face Viper RS-V06 with drop down sun visor for when you’ve left your shades behind, whilst cafe racer afficionados might enjoy the same lid with a cool black and white Union Jack design.  

Bike clothing on a budget:

Even if you’re on a budget, you can still get some of the coolest brands around. When if comes to brands that impress non-bikers as well as fellow motorcyclists, Alpinestars is right up there. And the stylish but practical Gasoline jacket is just £110 with our 35% off deal. That gets you a fully waterproof jacket with removable thermal liner. Plus CE-approved armour in the elbows and shoulders, plus space if you want to add chest and back protector pockets. It’s a great all-round stylish jacket that’ll look good when you’re off the bike as well as on it. For those on an even tighter budget, we also have the Frank Thomas Aqua Shadow Waterproof Jacket for just £35. Again, you get waterproofing, a removable thermal liner and CE approved shoulder and elbow armour. For just £35! For your bottom half, we’ve got Red Route Classic Kevlar Jeans for £49.99 – that’s 50% off. They’ll look cool, and have a Kevlar lining in all major impact areas.  

Gloves and Boots on a budget:

Gloves are a vital part of your motorcycling kit. Modern waterproof gloves are much less bulky than they were 10 years ago, meaning you can still have fine throttle control, whilst also keeping dry. The Oxford Bone Dry Hybrid Gloves are great for colder weather with 100% waterproof leather and textile, plus knuckle protection and a handy visor wiping system. And they’re just £25.96. But for the warmer weather, you could pick some lighter versatile options like the Rayven Aquatec. Top quality cowhide, with a waterproof and breathable lining, plus a Thinsulate liner for when things get a bit chilly. But with added finger and knuckle protection they’ll serve you well all summer. And for your feet, we have the waterpoof Diora Diablo motorcycle boots with leather, a waterproof and breathable membrane, and reinforcement on the gear-change area, plus important ankle protection for £69.98, which is a 22% saving. So you can make sure you’re riding in quality kit this year for much less than ever before, or help to make sure any new riders you know are suitably attired. In fact, picking out gear from the selection above could get you a full-face crash helmet, waterproof textile jacket, Kevlar-lined jeans, gloves, and a pair of boots for a total cost of just £220.92! That’s including VAT and carriage.