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Just about to go for my A licence

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By *appyhits OP   Man
19 weeks ago

Midlands

Do you guys have any recommendations for gear, helmets, any bike recommendations?

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By *rafter69Man
19 weeks ago

upminster

Try all make helmets as everyone has a preference due to head shape and size I like the Shoei but my preference and I like the Alpinestars and Spidi leathers as they fit and feel comfortable on my shape. Go try them all on before you buy anything and get it from a reputable source. Ebay and crap like like that chuck it in the bin.

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By *appyhits OP   Man
19 weeks ago

Midlands


"Try all make helmets as everyone has a preference due to head shape and size I like the Shoei but my preference and I like the Alpinestars and Spidi leathers as they fit and feel comfortable on my shape. Go try them all on before you buy anything and get it from a reputable source. Ebay and crap like like that chuck it in the bin."

Thank you!

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By *rafter69Man
19 weeks ago

upminster

As regards to bikes do the same, try what you like and anything in between and also check the insurance before purchasing anything

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By *eardedTrucker85Man
19 weeks ago

southeast

Moto central in Hinckley give a good fitting on crash helmets, on Friday and Saturday they have an older gent there he's very good and helpful.

Bikers paradise in Coventry do decent leathers, and will make alterations if needed 👍🏼

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By *appyhits OP   Man
19 weeks ago

Midlands


"Moto central in Hinckley give a good fitting on crash helmets, on Friday and Saturday they have an older gent there he's very good and helpful.

Bikers paradise in Coventry do decent leathers, and will make alterations if needed 👍🏼"
thank you! I'll check them out!

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By *ikerbttmguyMan
19 weeks ago

Huddersfield, Golcar

Good luck mate I'm sure you will be fine

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By *appyhits OP   Man
19 weeks ago

Midlands

Thanks!

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By *lowupdollTV/TS
19 weeks ago

Herts/Beds/Leeds/London


"Try all make helmets as everyone has a preference due to head shape and size I like the Shoei but my preference and I like the Alpinestars and Spidi leathers as they fit and feel comfortable on my shape. Go try them all on before you buy anything and get it from a reputable source. Ebay and crap like like that chuck it in the bin.

Thank you!"

When you try lids on leave it on for a few minutes, walk around a bit. Sometimes they fit ok then you start to find it doesn’t fit as as well as you first thought.

Actually that’s true of all bike gear.

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By *ngelnfugyCouple
18 weeks ago

Edinburgh

trying on new gear is an absolute mission...be in the right frame o mind for it ..

as far as bikes go..buy what ye like the look of..

you will be happier riding it .

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By *oShrinkingVioletWoman
18 weeks ago

the land of unicorns and fairytales

Turns out my eldest boy has a huge head !! Canny get a decent lid to fit him yet it doesn’t look any bigger than his bro who can just comfortably get mine on so much for them spending a bit more money and buying gear to share lol

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By *uddy laneMan
18 weeks ago

dudley

Jeans t shirt, pudding basin helmet, hardtail Harley oh and a big handsome beard.

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By *appyhits OP   Man
18 weeks ago

Midlands


"Try all make helmets as everyone has a preference due to head shape and size I like the Shoei but my preference and I like the Alpinestars and Spidi leathers as they fit and feel comfortable on my shape. Go try them all on before you buy anything and get it from a reputable source. Ebay and crap like like that chuck it in the bin.

Thank you!

When you try lids on leave it on for a few minutes, walk around a bit. Sometimes they fit ok then you start to find it doesn’t fit as as well as you first thought.

Actually that’s true of all bike gear."

Oh good advice, I was gonna just get it online so

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By (user no longer on site)
18 weeks ago

Don't go cheap on helmet get a really good brand from the start cheaper ones pinch and cause headaches I'd recommend hjc most comfortable I've had

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By *appyhits OP   Man
18 weeks ago

Midlands


"Don't go cheap on helmet get a really good brand from the start cheaper ones pinch and cause headaches I'd recommend hjc most comfortable I've had"
ah right I was thinking agv

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By *oShrinkingVioletWoman
18 weeks ago

the land of unicorns and fairytales

I’ve actually had two great LS2 helmets both bsb approved less than £100 each and still great condition

I’ve also got shark skwal d2 - mid range and brilliant

Hjc rpha70 - quite expensive colour faded quickly

Ruroc atlas flash - most expensive never wear it

And my latest is my Nolan mid range perfect

Had an mt was too big and a scorpion again too big gave them away

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By *icar73Man
18 weeks ago

near you check GPS location

Sounds daft but go to the shop on your bike and sit on it with gear on. Trouser legs and arms ride up, some back protectors clash with the seat. And FFS if you don't want to spend a fortune on your helmet don't try on the arai or shoei. They're to plush I'm stuck with arai cos the rest just seem cheep, but you can go for last years paint job. Plus try glasses or sun glasses with helmet if you use them.

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By *rossflow daveMan
18 weeks ago

Mullingar

Definitely need to get trousers that are longer in the leg than you think you'll need, nothing worse than the leg riding up and wind blowing in over the top of your boot

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By *olkswankvanMan
18 weeks ago

Wilts

I’ve found that Arai tends to fit, larger headed gents

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By *rof. Brian cocksMan
17 weeks ago

sheffield

I did my A licence in September, one of the best things I ever did!

Gear wise, I have a lot of Oxford clothing. Good quality stuff and not too ridiculously priced.

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By *lowupdollTV/TS
17 weeks ago

Herts/Beds/Leeds/London


"I did my A licence in September, one of the best things I ever did!

Gear wise, I have a lot of Oxford clothing. Good quality stuff and not too ridiculously priced. "

Just don’t use Oxford locks and chains. They’re garbage.

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By *erry bull1Man
17 weeks ago

doncaster

Don’t buy a second hand helmet , buy a new one and one that fits comfortably

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