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Denise Prout

21/11/2024
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BUDGET-FRIENDLY, CLASSIC GLOSS WHITE HELMET

AXXIS PANTHER HELMET – NOW AVAILABLE IN GLOSS WHITEWe are pleased to announce an addition to the Axxis helmet range in the shape of a gloss white Panther helmet. With all the features you would expect from a ECE 22.06 standard helmet and a few extras on top, this classy, stylish helmet will always be a great way to put a lid on your kit. With a bonus five year warranty and a budget-conscious price this is definitely worth a look so click here:www.bickers-online.co.uk/axxis-panther-sv-solid-a0-gloss-white-l-59-60cm-helmet-p36970

05/11/2024
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NOCO BOOST X – EXTREME POWER

NOCO Boost X. Extreme PowerAn all-new design with extreme jump starting power for fast and powerful engines starts. Introducing a new kind of jump starting experience, featuring NOCO’s latest PX Lithium Technology that delivers incredible power, ultra-fast charging, and unmatched versatility. This isn’t an upgrade. It’s a whole new series. NOCO BOOST X 12V 1250a JUMP STARTER GBX45 NOCO BOOST X 12V 1750A JUMP STARTER – GBX55 NOCO BOOST X 2500A JUMP STARTER GBX75 NOCO BOOST X 12V 2500A JUMP STARTER – GBX75 Petrol & DieselDesigned for petrol & diesel... Read More

30/10/2024

ALPINESTARS OFF-ROAD KIT

For a wide variety of Alpinestars off-road kit look no further. With protection/support in the shape of knee braces, elbow protectors, neck rolls and protection jackets and some items ranging from Youth s/m to adult L/XLs there’s a great selection to protect riders from any knocks. There’s also nine different glove designs to choose from including some with conductive palms and fingers allowing smart phone and touchscreen device use. With 18 different colour combinations in some of the styles narrowing down the choice might be the biggest problem! Even the... Read More

03/10/2024
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BATTERY CARE – PREPPING FOR WINTER

It’s that time of year when a bit of extra thought has to be given to batteries whether a year round rider or the bike is going into storage until next spring..There’s nothing worse than being stranded for the lack of some battery care, and with that in mind, Bickers has a number of products to prevent any battery related disasters.Our products are sourced from NOCO, a company with a great pedigree, having been developing and innovating products for well over one hundred years. NOCO’s world-class offerings include jump starters,... Read More

25/09/2024

3 months until Christmas

With just three months until Christmas we thought we would list some Christmas gift ideas for the biker in your life. Too soon? Well you are here and reading this so maybe not…….. As we write this it’s exactly three months until Christmas so we thought we would give a few gift suggestions for the biker in your life. Some basic kit, some practical pluses and some very useful extras.Here’s our list, in no particular order, although there’s always more if you want to use the search bar at the... Read More

18/09/2024
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All change, down south

Here at Bickers we have recently had a mini shuffle around of Area Sales Managers in southern England.Peter Abbot, who has covered the South East for the last few years, has moved over to the South Western area. The South Eastern role has now been taken up by Kurt Pringle (pictured) who many customers will know from his years in and around the trade circles and off road events. We are delighted to have Kurt onboard. “Kurt brings a wealth of experience to the table especially in the off road... Read More

12/09/2024

YEAR ROUND MOTORCYCLING – THE CHANGING SEASONS

Photo by Sofia Shultz on Unsplash While some riders choose to hibernate their bikes at a certain point of the year, for those who ride all year, especially those who are new to motorcycling, we have put together a memory jogger list to ensure you get the most from your bike. 1. WINTER – Choose versatile riding gear. Layers, thermal liners, heated kit, and windproof layers are all useful kit to have. 2. WINTER – We’re sure you don’t need to hear this but in wet or icy conditions, reduce speed and increase... Read More

04/09/2024
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ALPINESTARS 2025 MOTOCROSS & OFF-ROAD COLLECTION FROM BICKERS

Bickers new Alpinestars MX25 Collection line-up includes the new PLASMA Protection RK Series of Knee Braces, Protective Jackets, Chest, Knee, and Elbow Protectors that incorporate state-of-the art PLASMA technology, providing impact protection to MX riders of all levels.  The MX25 Footwear Line includes the newly redesigned Tech 7 Boots, engineered to be lighter, more comfortable and more protective than ever.  Packed with innovative materials, advanced technologies, and design features, the Tech 7 has been completely overhauled to ensure exceptional off-road performance in the dirt, offering a wide range of colorways... Read More

28/08/2024
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BATTERY STORAGE SAFETY

When you hear that a major insurance company has had a significant rise in commercial property fire claims it makes sense to look at the reasons why. When one of the issues highlighted is the storage of batteries it’s time to sit up and take notice. When batteries create more heat than can be efficiently dissipated a thermal runaway can happen which may lead to a fire or explosion. Although the highest risks occur when a battery – Is on charge Has been damaged (thermal runaway can happen weeks after... Read More

15/08/2024
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ROAD SAFETY: POSITIVE STATS BUT NO TIME TO BE SMUG

While recent statistics (from GOV.UK’s Road Accidents and Safety Statistics 2023 provisional report) make for great reading, with a reduction of 4% in fatalities, 10% reduction in those seriously injured, and 32% reduction in those slightly injured; this compared to 2013 stats and across all road users. The good news for bikers is that, of the 4 main road user types, the road user type with the biggest estimated percentage change for 2023 compared to 2022 for fatalities was motorcyclists, which showed a decline of 12%. Certainly something positive to... Read More