Premier Vintage Helmets

Whilst at the Milan show we came across some very exciting new products. The first of these is the Premier Vintage helmet. Here is a sneak preview, more details to follow. How does a carbon fibre shell, 60s/70s styling and a £149.99 price tag sound?!

Buy the Premier Vintage online or in-store now. More Premier helmets styles will be available in the coming weeks.

Armadillo Scooterwear Collection 2010/11

Armadillo new collection for autumn winter 2010/11 from Armadillo Scooterwear on Vimeo.

Arriving in stock this week are 3 new jackets from British manufacturer Armadillo Scooterwear. For men there is the Armadillo Travis B M65 jacket and the Armadillo Alex Trench. The Armadillo Betsy Field jacket is the new arrival for women. Buy yours from the beginning of the week in-store and online.

MV F3 new MV AGUSTA

MV launch the stunning new F3 at EICMA Milan 2010.

Johnson Motors SALE

Urban Rider are offering our customers the chance to grab the last available stock in the UK of our Johnson Motors t-shirts.

As you can see from our shoots, we've had a lot of fun over the years with this brand.

However, our sources indicate that the brand has ceased production of its licensed Mcqueen branded designs and appear to be moving away from their motorcycling roots in this respect.

We have a limited supply available to purchase through our eBay store.

Be quick; once they're gone, they're gone!

(please note some designs featured in the above promo shots have previously been discountinued)

Ladies Belstaff Trialmaster jackets in stock

The ladies Belstaff Trialmaster Tourist Trophy jacket is a thing of beauty.  In our opinion it is one of the best ladies jackets money can buy.  The only problem is getting hold of one.

Due to the peculiarities of Belstaff's setup in Italy it has been a very long time since we were able to hold a full range of sizes in what is their most popular jacket.

However, as always we have been patient and are now proud to boast a full size range currently available in the black.

To go to our website click here.

Tucano Urbano Tritone boots, Brown - now available

Tucano's boots have gone from strength to strength since their launch last year.  At Urban Rider, we instantly loved the products and were the first to stock them in the UK. 

With glowing reviews from the likes of MCN the boots have proven to be popular with our customers.  The latest addition to the range is a brown colour option for the Tritone, previously only available in black and yellow.

If you want decent protection for getting from A to B where a good deal of your riding is done in town then these boots, along with Tucano's other offerings; namely the Paul, Caraba and the ladies Barrage boot are perfect. 

As it says in MCN's review, these boots are perfect for urban riding and are more than comfortable and attractive enough to wear off the bike as well as on .

Scooter Leg Cover Store

The rain has started falling in London and everyone has been coming in-store for their scooter leg covers.

We decided it was time to launch a micro site for detailed information on what a leg cover is and why you might want one! scooterlegcoverstore.com

We will be updating the site with lots of great content very soon.  In the meantime you can purchase the scooter leg covers for your particular scooter on our main website.

Tucano Urbano Steve Invernale jacket

Introducing the Tucano Urbano Steve Invernale jacket.

The Tucano Urbano Winter 2010-2011 collection is undoubtedly the strongest to date, with the Steve Invernale jacket as one of our personal favourites.

The name suggests that this jacket is just the Steve jacket from their summer collection with a winter lining.  Don't be fooled; this jacket is so much more than that.

The outer shell is treated with a similar wax cotton canvas creating a vintage effect but, crucially, the jacket is fitted with a fully waterproof and breathable inner membrane lying beneath the outer layer.

As you would expect the jacket comes with removable CE approved shoulder and elbow armour.

The difference is not just in the spec though.  This jacket has to be seen to be fully appreciated (or purchased!).  It has a genuine presence and the comfort of a jacket many times more expensive than you'd expect from the £135.90 retail price.

I commute into London most days on a Ducati Monster S4RS with a 40 minute journey.  Given how keen I am to get my grubby mitts on one of these, we believe the Steve Invernale will appeal as much to motorcyclists as scooter riders.

Calling a jacket the Steve is a bold move in my books.  However, Tucano have done justice to the name by creating a stunning and highly comfortable winter jacket in the Steve Invernale.

Pre order the Tucano Urbano Steve Invernale jacket from our website here.

Draggin Jeans C-Evo mens jeans now in stock

The Draggin Jeans C-Evo are the first fully CE approved motorcycle jeans in the world.

Take that in for a moment . . .

That means that these jeans have undergone the same level of safety testing as Dainese's top of the range one piece racing leathers and passed with flying colours.

You may have heard the term CE approved, and jeans before.  This however is normally in relation solely to specific areas or to CE approved inserts which can be added to jeans.

As a predominantly urban rider, I find leathers something of a hassle and tend not to bother as a result.  For those of you in a similar position these jeans are surely the answer; providing excellent comfort and protection, whilst being understated enough to wear all day.

The jeans come with Knox armour for the knees and the hips included in the price.  For more information and to purchase the Draggin Jeans C-Evo with free super fast delivery click the link below:

Draggin Jeans C-Evo mens motorcycle trousers.

To view the wider Draggin Jeans collection 2010 - 2011 visit our website.

Motorcycle & Scooter Child Seat now in stock

Introducing the motorcycle and scooter child seat.

The Stamatakis child safety seat for scooters and motorcycles is something of a revelation.  The products are designed and manufactured in Germany in accordance with EU regulations.  Children under 7 must have a special seat and be able to reach the footrests when riding pillion on a scooter or motorcycle.

Finding somewhere that sells such a product has never been easy. 

We tracked down the manufacturer and now have stock ready and waiting. 

There are two types of seat available:  The standard size (for most scooters) and the MAXI-scooter version for larger seats (including motorcycles).

The footrests are adjustable making the seat suitable for children from aged 3-8.

Having held a small stock in our London store to test the demand, we soon realised that there are many people who would benefit from a product like this.  Our customers have been using them for the school run, saving both hassle and time, and for weekend rides.  The feedback has been excellent and we predict that the demand for these will continue increasing as more people discover the benefits of attaching this child seat to their scooter or motorcycle.

These items are available to purchase through our eBay store:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220643776218

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.