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CES is apparently the world's gathering place for all those who thrive on the business of consumer technologies. Owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), this year's event in Las Vegas saw the presentation of a crash helmet that the developers think paves the way for rider safety of the future. There have … Continue reading The future of crash helmets?
To celebrate their 25th anniversary, SIP Scootershop in Germany have teamed up with Italian manufacturer 70's Helmets to produce a limited edition SIP crash helmet. "70's Helmets is a small company in the north of Italy that manufactures retro helmets by hand. Not in the far East but authentic between olive trees and Ferrari flags," SIP … Continue reading SIP’s Anniversary helmet
Rider communication experts Sena, had some tidy new products to show us in Milan, notably their new 30k intercom which uses their new 'mesh' system for networking up to 30 units! It also utilises Bluetooth enabling mobile phone and satnav connection, and claimed range (depending on mode and connections) is up to 8km. They also … Continue reading New Sena systems in Milan – Ride Connected
The only flip-front crash helmet I've chosen to wear is the Shoei Neotec, so the launch of the II version is of great interest to me. One of the big improvements is thst it is preapred for an integrated Sena Communications bluetooth device, operated by simple to use buttons. It also features a composite fibre … Continue reading Shoei Neotec II launched at Eicma
We are in Milan for a couple of days at the Motorcycle Show here and the first new product to share with you is a full image of the new Davida Koura crash helmet we teased you with a couple of days ago. The New Davida 94 FF Koura features an "Advanced ' orbital laminated' … Continue reading New Davida Koura helmet launched in Milan
British crash helmet manufacturers Davida are known for their open-faced crash helmets, as well as their retro 'pudding basin' style lids too. Producing helmets from their factory in the north-west for over 40 years now, Davida have finally decided to enter the full-face helmet market as well (the re-branded flip-front a few years back not … Continue reading New Davida Full Face Helmet
In edition 3 of ScooterNova magazine we have a review of the Shark Skwal crash helmet, which features LED lighting built into the lid. So, as promised, here is a video to show off the LEDs in action. #ScooterNova To buy ScooterNova magazine, visit your local scooter shop, or buy and subscribe online here.