Three Of The Best Scooter Commuting Clothing Offers!

I have a 125cc scooter and I use my bike for commuting every day, what gear should I get to be comfortable all year round?

Summer is (almost) finished, and we have the dark, cold, wet commutes of winter to look forward to. A scooter or smaller capacity bike is a cost effective, quick, easy and fun way to get to work but you will need to get proper gear in order to be comfortable on your bike, whatever distance you do. Here at Motorbike Planet will be able to advise you and help you get the perfect outfit, whatever your budget and your needs. Here are some examples of what we can do for you.

Budget Kit
You’ve just bought a new scooter to go to work every day, and you are not really keen on spending an awful lot of money on your gear. You want quality, style and good protection and we have the perfect kit in store for you! This kit is called the Spada Starter Kit. You get a jacket, a pair of gloves and helmet for only £139.99 in store at Honda Of Bournemouth or online on our website www.motorbikeplanet.co.uk
Spada Starter Kit
The Spada jacket is a basic waterproof jacket. It is really comfortable to wear. It comes in two different models: a short one and a three quarters length one. You can find all the protection you need: CE approved elbow and shoulder protectors, foam padding back protector that you could remove if you want to and hi-visibility panels. You can upgrade the jacket with a CE back protector. You have a double zipper at the front, so that you can ride with your jacket open on really hot days for a maximum of ventilation!
The gloves are from the same brand. They are made of a mix of textile and leather. They are winter gloves, really thick, well insulated and waterproof. The palm is reinforced with the leather layer on both hands. The extra feature that might convince you about these gloves is the visor wipe on the left thumb! So useful!
In this deal you also get a Spada RP700 helmet. This is a good basic helmet that will do a great job of protecting your head. It has a pretty good ventilation system at the front (lower and upper ventilation) and fastens with a double D-ring.
The total bill for this complete outfit is only £139.99.

Summer Special

Alpinestars T-GP R Air Jacket
There are still some warm days of summer to look forward to! Commuting to work in the recent hot weather can be as uncomfortable as riding in the wet if you don't have the right kit to suit the weather. You can be cool and relaxed on your bike without compromising on safety.
An Alpinestars Air Flow jacket is exactly what you need to get for summer commuting on your bike. These jackets have loads of CE Certified protection but will also keep you cool even on the hottest days. We stock an amazing jacket called the Alpinestars T-GP R Air jacket. It is incredibly light. It has a long sleeved, fully removable liner which is water resistant so it will keep you dry in a summer shower. It’s not waterproof so if you get caught out in a downpour you will get wet! You can find this jacket on sale at www.motorbikeplanet.co.uk at £139.99 instead of £179.99!

Held Rodney Gloves
You should definitely get a pair of summer gloves to go with your new jacket. The Held Rodney gloves are just perfect for this! They are fully leathered and the palm is highly abrasion resistant with kangaroo leather. They have special foam padding at knuckles and fingers in order to protect you. Well-designed and comfortable, they fit like a glove should so that you won’t even notice you are wearing them. You can get one pair online at www.motorbikeplanet.co.uk or in store for £79.99.
We also have the perfect pair of boots for summer use that will give you protection without being uncomfortable. The Alpinestars Air Plus Gore-Tex boots have an air mesh main construction which provides superior ventilation for superior comfort. It is basically everywhere on the boot, so that you won’t get hot at all! These boots are exceptionally well ventilated and brilliant for summer. The Gore-Tex membrane inside of the boot will keep you dry at all times. Get one of these for £179.95!
The total bill for this summer gear special is only £399.93.

Best Buys
Do you want the best quality gear to wear on your bike? If you use your bike all year round for commuting it's a good idea to invest in the best kit you can get that will be suitable for riding in all year round. We have the perfect protective clothing kit in stock for you.

The Alpinestars New Land jacket is a great well-designed jacket that will cover all your needs while riding. And the best thing is that you will look great! This jacket features:
• Superior textile construction featuring a Gore-Tex membrane for 100% waterproofing and breathability
• Air intakes on arms and rear zippers offer greater regulation of internal airflow
• Neoprene comfort edges on collar
• Internal waterproof pockets
• Pre-curved sleeves for a perfect fit and comfort in the riding position
• Connection zipper for use with the matching pants
• Removable thermal liner for warmer riding days
• CE certified armour (removable)
• Chest and back pad compartments (inserts available as an accessory)
• Additional reinforced external zones on the back
• Reflective zones and coloured piping to increase the visibility in night time or poor conditions
You really have to try it on to realise how good it is! Get your size quickly at motorbikeplanet.co.uk for £349.99.

Alpinestars New Land Trousers
While you are admiring your brand new jacket, take a look at the matching pants: Alpinestars New Land pants. They have many of the same features as the jacket including:
• Gore-Tex membrane to keep you dry at all times
• Removable thermal liner that ensures comfort on hot or cold days
• Pre contoured leg construction with back and knee stretch panels
• Adjustable Velcro waist closure for optimised fit
• CE Certified armour
• Reflective zones and coloured piping for a better visibility in poor or night time conditions.
The best thing with these is that you will look great on your bike! You can get a pair of these for £280.00 at www.motorbikeplanet.co.uk


Alpinestars Tech Touring Boots
The Alpinestars Tech Touring Gore-Tex boots are constructed in full grain leather and a Gore-Tex membrane. They will keep you dry whatever the conditions, all year round. Super flexible, you won’t look at them as a pair of riding boots anymore. They are so comfortable that wearing them with casual clothes while you are in town won’t be a problem at all. A Velcro tab will allow you to get your boots on and off easily. Protection wise, the boot has a full double density injected ankle protection molded into the structure. The shin plate, toe and heel reinforcements are also completely molded, giving the boots a real style. Get a pair of these boots for £249.98 at www.motorbikeplanet.co.uk or buy them in store at Honda Of Bournemouth.
The final bill for this high quality all year round riding wear is £879.97.

These are just examples of three different outfits that you can buy depending on your budget. If you pop in to see us at Honda Of Bournemouth our clothing expert Marine can advise you on any other clothing combinations that may be suitable for you.