Friday, 25 June 2010

Davida 92 Helmet


PRE-ORDER FOR DELIVERY LATE JULY

The all new Davida 92 helmet has been rumored for a while and now we can confirm production with delivery late July. The pictures shown are the production sample. 

So why all the fuss?

Well, helmet nirvana for many customers is a helmet with a small shell similar to helmets of the 1970s that is both road legal and will protect their head. We've all tried on helmets and looked in the mirror only to see a member of the Jetsons family looking back at us, many people ride with illegal helmets just to have something that looks good. Modern safety standards have saved more lives but made such a helmet impossible to find... until now.



Davida has designed the 92 such that it qualifies for British Standard approval. The shell is made from kevlar resulting in a strong and light construction. The interior is nylon and can be removed and washed. Each helmet is detailed by hand in their Liverpool factory.

The helmet has been released in small and medium initially, larger sizes will follow very soon as the larger shell comes into stock.  Follow the link below to order yours today. 

Davida 92 Helmet - Buy Online

Tuesday, 8 June 2010

New Belstaff XL 500 Motorcycle Jacket

Eons have passed waiting for the Belstaff XL 500 motorcycle jacket to arrive. 

But then again, patience is a virtue because we've noticed that the jacket has had a couple of excellent stylistic tweats since we tried on a prototype nearly a year ago.

The jackets have been given a slightly weathered look which enhances the classic appeal of the garment.  They have also been fitted with Belstaff's removable Valtherm lining.  Although this jacket is still not quite a 12 month garment like the Belstaff Tourist Trophy Trialmaster, it is now highly suitable as a Spring, Summer and Autumn jacket.

Crucially, this jacket is fully waterproof and retails at £299.99.

This jacket is available at Urban Rider in both the blue and black along with the rest of the 2010 Belstaff Pure Motorcycle Collection.

Tuesday, 11 May 2010

Motomania T-Shirts

So, you fancy a new t-shirt?  Something unusual, motorcycle related, hand made and super cool?

Have a look at Motomania in Holland.  They sell silk-screen printed t-shirts with some fantastic designs to choose from.  A single t-shirt is only 15 Euros plus p&p.

We just ordered a few for the guys in the store, will post when they arrive.

Tuesday, 13 April 2010

New Roof Boxer V8 Suzuka

Wow, French helmet manufacturer Roof have produced a stunning 'Suzuka' version of their iconic Boxer helmet.

We love Roof helmets for their distinctive design philosophy and super safe fibreglass shells.  Our stock will arrive some time in May.  Pre-order yours on our website, we ship worldwide.

Roof Boxer V8 Suzuka - buy online.



Saturday, 27 March 2010

Gulf Oil Tank Candle

Our friends over at Fashion Helmets have come up with a very unusual product.  A candle cast from an oil tank with a 'Gulf' design.  Quite what Steve McQueen would make of it we don't know!

In any case, if you would like to buy one then get in touch with us at we will assist.

Wednesday, 17 March 2010

Vitesse Motorcycle Boots

There is a growing trend in motorcycle clothing for fashion as well as function.  French company, Vitesse Moto are tackling the motorcycle boot.  Although there exist technical motorcycle boots that are suitable for use in the city from the likes of Tucano Urbano, they don't provide the level of protection in the event of a crash that can be found in Sidi or Alpinestars boots.

Vitesse Moto have produced three stunning boots, the only drawback is that they are only available direct from their website at present.



Vitesse Moto

Tuesday, 16 March 2010

Scooter Season Begins!

It feels as though the long winter of 2009/10 has finally ended.  We have had the first few days of blue sky and glorious sunshine in London and predictably the number of customers looking for a used Vespa scooter has multiplied.

Sales of new scooters and motorcycles dropped by upto 23% in 2009 and demand for used vehicles has gone up.  This means prices of used Vespas will likely stabilise this year and customers may have to go further to find their scooter.

On the scooter front we specialise in selling used Vespas.  If you are in the market for an ET, LX, S or GT then check our Vespas for sale web page for up to date information.



All our scooters are sold with a 3 month warranty as standard, MOT and road tax if required.  We have a fantastic range of scooter helmets, scooter jackets, scooter gloves, scooter leg covers, scooter bar muffs, scooter locks and scooter covers.  A one-stop-shop including assistance with arranging CBTs and insurance as required.

Thursday, 11 March 2010

Belstaff Stirling Bend Leather Jacket


The 2010 Belstaff Pure Motorcycle Collection promises to be better than ever. Over the coming weeks we will be posting details of new arrivals. Belstaff motorcycle jackets have revolutionised the market with their combination of high fashion with technical clothing.

The jacket we are going to focus on today is the Belstaff Stirling Bend. It is hand made from a full grain cow leather. The leather has a washed finish to it and is a very comfortable weight. The cut is slim and 'modern' despite the vintage appearance. An innovative internal flap on the chest gives a close fit even at high speed and stops water coming through at the zip.



The armour is removable so like all Belstaff jackets it is well suited to wear as a fashion jacket in its own right. The leather piping is a great finishing touch to the jacket. In terms of seasonality we expect it to be fine for all year round use unless your climate is significantly colder then the UK. There is no removable lining.



One of the guys here uses it daily on a 16 mile commute speeds 30-60mph and it has performed excellently thus far.

For more information or to buy a jacket follow this link:
Belstaff Stirling Bend Leather Jacket

Urban Rider is the largest London retailer of Belstaff Motorcycle Clothing.

Wednesday, 17 February 2010

New Products for 2010

Wow, it's been a long time since we posted. It's been a long, cold winter in London but we've been busy behind the scenes!

Very soon we will release an update to the site, new products, new functionality, new imagery.

We also have an exciting charity venture in the pipeline where you will have opportunity to win some seriously cool prizes and help those in need.

We will post again with more details very soon. Ride safe.

Saturday, 29 August 2009

Belstaff Trialmaster Tourist Trophy Motorcycle Jacket - Overview

We are often asked to recommend a truly 'all year round' jacket which is good for off the motorcycle or scooter. The jacket we direct people to is a Belstaff motorcycle jacket called the Belstaff Trialmaster. Sometimes known as the Belstaff Tourist Trophy which is in essence the same jacket, Belstaff just aren't allowed to call it the Trialmaster officially for intellectual property reasons. The Trialmaster was the jacket made famous by a certain Mr McQueen.

Firstly, the jacket truly is 'all year round' because the wax cotton outer shell is able to breathe in summer yet at the same time is waterproof. It will of course need to be re-treated every year to remain waterproof but it's a small price to pay. It comes with a removable Valtherm lining for winter use. All the armour is removable and it will do you proud on the bike, in the pub, walking the dog, doing the shopping etc... Whether you have a Monster, Bonnie or Vespa is of no consequence, it's a timeless look

The cut of the Tourist Trophy is superb, it's designed and manufactured in the same location in Italy and will last a considerable amount of time.

Here a couple of videos we made for your viewing pleasure. Come down to our London store to try one or buy the Belstaff Tourist Trophy Trialmaster via our website, you won't be disappointed.

The following versions are available to buy now:
Belstaff Trialmaster Tourist Trophy Wax Black
Belstaff Trialmaster Tourist Trophy Wax Brown
Belstaff Trialmaster Tourist Trophy Wax Antique Beige
Belstaff Trialmaster Tourist Trophy Cordura Black
Belstaff Trialmaster Tourist Trophy Cordura Deluxe Black

Urban Rider are the largest London retailer of Belstaff motorcycle clothing.