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Product Reviews

Interphone Shape

July 13, 2018

Hey, everyone! We’ve got a lot of people coming in store to ask about Interphone and Bluetooth devices lately. Probably because the weather has been so good that people really want to get out and go on long rides. I’ve also found that I’m riding two-up and after a couple of long journeys with a pillion, I thought to myself “This would be a whole lot more enjoyable if we could have a chat or listen to music or something.”

So I went looking into some motorcycle intercom and Bluetooth devices for myself. My demands out of such a device isn’t asking the world- it just needs to be a pair, connect easily with the one other device that’ll be right behind me the whole time and connect to my phone for music or sat-nav directions. Fairly basic needs as far as comms go. So I’m going to get myself the Interphone Shape Intercom System.
The Interphone Shape is everything I need in a helmet intercom. Each unit, depending on whether you get a single or twin pack, comes with the main unit, a charging/USB cable, speakers, two different microphones, a clip mount, adhesive velcro and even a pair of foam spacers if you want the speakers closer to your ears.

The unit that goes on the outside of the helmet is very small- the size of a lot of other Bluetooth devices can be off-putting, not wanting something too substantial stuck to the side of my lid. That the Shape device is so small is a big bonus.

Naturally a smaller device means less space for buttons and such for all of the Interphone Shape’s various functions, so pairing the device to your phone and activating it’s functions is a matter of holding down the main centre button and listening for a certain number of beeps. It’s all explained in a nice, simple quick guide that keeps everything short and easy to understand.

So lets run through a few of the Shape’s features.

– It is compatible with pretty much any helmet as long as there’s space inside for speakers to live.

– It can connect with any other intercom, so no problem if you’re only buying the single pack to connect with a pal.

– The twin pack connects to each other without the need for bluetooth with a range of 10 meters so it’s ideal for riding with a pillion you want to chat with.

– It can connect with your phone and let you receive calls, a quick redial feature, listen to your sat nav and listen to music. You can even share music with the twin pack.

– Apparently it’s not just waterproof. It’s Ultra Proof, protecting it from water, mud, dust and heat.

– And it has a talk time of 12 hours, stand-by time of 700 hours and a charge time of only 3 hours.

At just £87.99 for a single pack and £159.99 for the twin pack [prices accurate 10/07/18] it’s a great value for money bit of kit for anyone going on a long ride that wants to keep in touch or just enjoy some tunes. Once I’ve got my own installed and had an occasion to test it out- I’ll let you know how it goes! Thanks for reading, everyone. Until next time!

-Matt W at Ghostbikes
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The Rev It Akira Leather Motorcycle Jacket

July 10, 2018

Hey, everyone! I’m on a bit of a kick lately with leather gear. With all the new stock we’ve been getting in and everything we’ve been squeezing onto display in the shop it was hard for me to not have a good look at the Rev It Leather Jackets since I’m such a fan of my Rev It Masaru Jacket. So after having a look about I came across the Rev It Akira Leather Motorcycle Jacket in all it’s variations and I have to say I love it a lot.

The Rev It Akira Jackets are made from Augustini Full Grain cow Hide and Monaco Performance Cow Hide. That’s two kinds of thick leather that are there to take any punishment should you find yourself somehow still travelling down the road without your bike.

The Akira Jacket also has dual composite sliders on the shoulder and elbows, providing a little bit of impact protection and plenty more abrasion resistance on those areas that’re prone to being ground down in a slide.

The Akira jacket has two looks to it, the regular version and the “Vintage” version. The vintage version has a little less paneling, such as on the chest, but is made with a leather that has a more worn brown look. This is great for anyone with a more classic ride that wants all the benefits of modern protection while still looking awesome.

But each of these two designs also has an “air” version. The Akira Air and the Akira Air Vintage have more perforations in the leather to allow maximum airflow and keep you much cooler than the regular versions of the jacket. this makes them much more pleasant to ride in on those searingly hot summer days.

From £469.99 to £539.99 [prices accurate 26/6/18] it’s not a cheap jacket. But as the proud owner of my own Rev It gear I have to say they are well worth it. Safe, comfortable and look bloody awesome. Thanks for reading, everyone! Until next time!

-Matt W at Ghostbikes

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The Alpinestars Roam 2 Motorcycle Boots

June 27, 2018

Hey everyone. I’ll be looking to get a new pair of boots some time soon so to give credit where credit is due, I thought I should do a blog on the boots I have currently – the Alpinestars Roam 2 Motorcycle Boots.

I absolutely love my pair of Roam 2 Boots. While very beaten up now after a year of solid use they’re still comfortable and still waterproof. The best part about these boots is their simplicity, so there’s very little on the boots to go wrong or fail like with other, fancier boots that have ratchet mechanisms or even magnets.

It’s a brilliant, stealthy, low profile touring boot that goes under or over my bike jeans nice and easily. It also camouflages well enough to be worn with a casual kit with the jeans over them and they won’t draw any needless attention.

The simplicity extends how the boot fastens- just three points of velcro on each boot and they must be secure enough because here I am after a year and the boots are still on my feet. Just having a velcro closure and no zips actually helps the boot as well. There’s less to go wrong and you’re essentially wearing a waterproof sock beneath a sturdy, protective shell.

There’s more protection going on than meets the eye, as well. The Alpinestars Roam 2 Boots have an good, rigid toe box, heel, dual density ankle protection and a shank reinforced sole. But despite how protective the boot is, it’s simple design makes them very light and easy to wear.

Like I said, I’ve had mine for a year at least and I’ve worn them every day and done everything in them. Working, riding, hiking, the lot. I’ve lived my life this past year in these boots and while they’re battered and beaten up, they still do the job. So you can compare, I’ve taken pictures of a brand new pair of Roam 2 boots against my well-worn pair.

Still comfy and still waterproof despite use all day every day for the last year. So if you find you’re a fair weather rider or don’t spend every waking moment in your bike boots all year round- these boots will last ages, even long after they’re not as pretty anymore. I’ll be giving a new model a try as well, maybe even something else in the Alpinestars Range but for £142.49 [prices accurate 25/06/18] I’ll definitely be treating myself to another pair of Alpinestars Roam 2 Boots as well.

Thanks for reading, everyone! Until next time!
-Matt W at GhostBikes
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The Knox Studio Backpack

June 24, 2018

Hey, everyone! As someone who commutes to work on my bike and often wants to bring things with me such as lunch or my waterproofs- a good backpack doesn’t go amiss. I don’t miss the days of lugging my stuff around in a cheap, barely water resistant bag with straps so thin that you feel every bump on the road trying to break your collarbone.

So I went looking for a new backpack, something sturdy, waterproof but more than anything- I wanted something comfy that felt as though it takes the weight off my shoulders so I wouldn’t get such a sore neck. And then I remembered the Knox Studio Roll Top Rucksack.

I looked at it for a long time, it’s a good looking bag, a bit different, goes well with a more custom outfit and would definitely look better with casual looking leather than a more race oriented jacket. And I saw it’s price tag of £74.99 [prices accurate 22/06/18] thinking “Blummin’ eck, that’s a lot for a backpack.” but the only way to know if it’s really any good is to give it a go. So I took the gamble and my word am I glad I did.

It might just be because I went from a motorcycle backpack that felt like it had cheese wire for straps but after loading up the Knox Studio Backpack with all my stuff I instantly felt the difference. As in I felt a weight off my shoulders literally. The Straps are wide and comfy, even just that made wearing a backpack actually enjoyable. But with the additional waist and chest buckles all of that weight is spread evenly and the bag isn’t shifting anywhere.

Comfort aside there’s a couple of extra helpful features. Underneath the top of the rucksack it’s actually a roll top bag. So this backpack is excellently waterproof and my gear has remained dry every time, including the time I was caught in a rainstorm on a few-hour’s ride south with water coming at me from all angles on the motorway. If not for that bag saving my change of clothes- that would not have been an enjoyable weekend.

Another handy feature is the helmet carrier. It’s a hidden strap underneath the top flap of the bag that you can secure your helmet to the back of the bag with. It says that it’s only for off-the-bike use but I have a little hack for that. If you fasten up your helmet strap, use the backpacks’s helmet carry strap around that and then use the bag’s two outer straps around your lid’s chin bar [if it has one]- you’ve got a far more secure helmet carrier that I’ve used to ferry extra helmets on several occasions.

After using it for a good while now and really putting it through hell, I’m made up with this bag. My things are safe and dry, I’m much more comfortable while I’m riding so even on the rides to work- the whole experience is just that much more enjoyable without the tired, aching shoulders.

Thanks for reading, everyone! Until next time!
-Matt W at GhostBikes
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The Held Aerosec Jacket

June 21, 2018

Hey, everyone! I rarely get excited for a bike jacket unless it’s leather and looks really cool. But today I’ve decided to take a look at the Held Aerosec Gore-Tex Motorcycle Jacket because even though it’s a textile jacket, it’s got loads of features worth getting excited for.

I’m going to get the bad news about this jacket out of the way first – the price tag. At £483.99 [prices accurate 19/06/18] that is a heck of an investment in a jacket. But is it a jacket worth investing in? Absolutely.

Now for the good bits, which is basically the jacket in it’s entirety. I’ve never come across a cooler and more versatile jacket in my life. While it may not be the ideal jacket for riding in winter without layering up a bit more, there’s no better jacket for the warmer seasons even if those seasons decide to chuck a load of water at you. Which tends to happen in Britain.

Right off the bat, before even opening the jacket up, we’re greeted by a nifty little feature. No need to fumble around with a popper to secure that little tab the keeps the zip in place, just slap it on and let the magnet in there do the work for you.

Opening the jacket up, you’ve got three zips in total to get through. The main zip, the zip on the storm flap that keeps water from finding ways to the third zip and lastly the third zip that secures the 2-in-1 Gore-Tex liner. It’s a 2-in-1 liner because the mesh material is a part of the Gore-text liner, so while being a little warmer with it in the jacket, it’s designed to promote airflow through the jacket while still having superior water and weatherproofing.

But if you find it’s a bit warm and it’s a good day out, the Gore-Tex 2-in-1 liner can be removed, giving you a brilliant, breathable jacket some excellent ventilation. Instead of placing zippers and openings on the main body of the jacket, Held put a little more thought into it. By having nice, long vents up the inner side of the arm, the cold air cools down areas where veins and blood vessels are quite close to the skin. By cooling the wearer’s blood, you cool down the wearer. You can even use Held’s black magic system of somehow making some of their gear with two ways of wearing them. By using some snap poppers you can actually reconfigure the jacket for dry weather without removing the liner at all. How handy is that?

The Held Aerosec Gore-Tex Jacket is very protective as well. While it needs a back protector putting in it does have CE Approved Held Cloverleaf SAS-TEC® shoulder & elbow protectors, giving you some nice, flexible protection in the arms. There’s also velcro inside the front of the jacket should you choose to put in an optional chest protector as well.

In all, this jacket is awesome. There’s loads going on it that I dare not get into it otherwise this entry will become an essay. But despite the price- this jacket is well worth it. It’ll take a little saving but I definitely want one. Thanks for reading, everyone! Until next time!

-Matt W at GhostBikes

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