New products

OptiMate has expanded its range of smart battery chargers with the reintroduction of the cost effective OptiMate 3+ to complement the range-topping OptiMate 4 Dual Program.

The OptiMate 3+ is designed to connect to the battery whenever the motorcycle is not in use, monitoring battery condition and topping up the charge as required. It has a desulfation process that can restore batteries whose charge has fallen as low as two volts. It also performs automatic hourly tests for electrical problems.

Its simple to read information panel features six LEDs – power, inverse polarity (connected to the wrong terminals), recovery mode, charging status, good condition and voltage drop (below 12.4 volts). This shows condition and highlights maintenance being performed, alerting owners to potential problems, such as the battery failing to hold charge. It is also accurate, monitoring battery voltage to ensure not only is the correct information displayed but also that the battery is fully charged. Supplied with crocodile clips and a weatherproof lead it’s compatible with all forms of battery.

OptiMate 3+ retails at around £47.99 all in. Information from www.tecmate-int.com

• New Buffs
As well as new styles – Reversible Storm Buff, Hood Buff, Hoodie Buff, Bandana Buff, Reflective Buff and Reversible Headband Buff – there are new designs, prints and patterns within the existing products.

The Reversible Storm Buff combines Gore Windstopper protection with soft-to-touch microfibre comfort, so it’s ideal for general outdoor use as well as motorcycling. This special construction makes it both warm and comfortable while being fully reversible for two great, yet highly protective looks. The microfibre panel enables normal breathing and an adjustable drawstring means easy transformation from neckwear to headwear. Recommended retail price is £28.

Based on the Original Buff and enjoying all its versatility, the Reflective Buff benefits from the addition of two retro-reflective panels, one on each side. Made from 3M Scotchlite, these panels will appear brilliant white when illuminated by vehicle headlights, thus making the wearer clearly visible.

Being seam-free, highly breathable and wind resistant, when worn around the neck, or even under a helmet, Reflective Buff will not only help keep the rider warm and comfortable, but will also help them be seen and be safe. RRP £14. More information from www.buffwear.co.uk

• WEISE Abi jeans
Part of the Weise lady rider collection, Abi textile jeans are designed to give a made-to-measure fit at an off-the-peg price. They feature an ingenious leg length adjustment system – the trouser cuffs can be raised or lowered to compensate for crouched riding positions, to prevent the jeans dragging on the floor and to suit different types of boot, courtesy of easy-to-operate poppers and there's also adjustable CE-approved knee armour.

Cut to fit the female form properly, Abi jeans have a tough 600-denier outer shell and removable REISSA waterproof/breathable drop lining. They’re available in black, with subtle flower detailing, in sizes XS-XXXL at an SRP of £89.99. Zipper and popper closure at the waist keeps the Abi firmly in place; both this and the two external waist pockets feature YKK zippers. For further details on these and more see www.weise-clothing.co.uk