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  1. Reevu RV MSX1 Helmet Launched In Australia

    Mar 3 by Steve McDowall in News & Views
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    One of the most interesting and innovative things I saw at the recent Australian Motorcycle Expo was the new Reevu helmet.

    The Reevu RV MSX1 is the result of 7 years of development. The helmet uses a patented mirror system that allows the rider to see directly behind - the area that is the largest blind spot for a motorcycle.

    Australian and NZ distributor Cary Murphy is very enthusiastic about the helmet because of its safety benefits. “The Reevu helmet can help prevent accidents, as the rear view technology provides the user with the same awareness given by the rear view mirror in a motor car.”
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  2. Protect Your Ankles - Alpinestars SMX-R Boots

    Jun 12 by Davo in Reviews
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    One of the things I was taught early on in my riding days was something that a lot of people tend to overlook - what have you got on your feet?

    Apart from the obvious things with wearing normal shoes when riding a motorcycle - like shoe laces getting caught around levers (yep, done it) - there’s what happens to your ankles if you do happen to come off the bike. A normal pair of shoes or even sturdy boots will fall very short of protecting your ankle from getting horribly twisted or even broken.
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