Here’s a new and interesting tank bag for all types of motorcycle owners. Givi has always been one of the best in the world for bike related luggage and the Easy02 enforces this with their enviable build quality. Sure there’re many inferior cheap options out there but this product will most certainly outlast all of them.

The Easy02 holds six-litres of stuff, with both magnetic and strap mounting options and comes with a waterproof rain cover and a cable port, so you can store phones and the like while you charge them. It’s certainly an ideal companion for taking to work because it also comes with carry handle and shoulder strap. 

Price: R1,495.  Go to www.dmd.co.za for more information and to locate your nearest Givi dealer to purchase.

21/05/26.

If, like many, your bike only has a side stand then this new product from Oxford could be invaluable. It’s a portable and compact jack that you can place under the swing-arm allowing you to remove the rear wheel. Or, with a bit of intuition, maybe place it under the frame to lift the front wheel.

The Snapjack V3 is made from steel and comes with a robust carry bag and a rubber ‘foot’ for slippery surfaces. It’s also ideal for cleaning the chain and wheels. If you’re an Adventure bike rider this item is a must have device to go with you on your travels, because it easily fits into a backpack or top box.

Price: R1,195.  Go to www.dmd.co.za for more information and to locate your nearest Oxford dealer to purchase.

22/04/26.

Just arrived in SA are these wonderfully made, short style, leather gloves. We’ve been told that these can take longer than a leather jacket to make, because of the vast amount of stitching needed to construct.

We’re certainly not going to disagree, especially when you check out the build quality. The knuckle area has a bulletproof protective insert, with ventilation holes, and the wrist area has extra-thick ‘EX8’ padded inserts. This particular option has ventilated fingers but there’s also a ‘solid’ version, if you prefer. They’ve also passed a stringent EU Standard test, which is commendable. An impressive quality leather glove from Berik’s own Design Lab, with a very affordable price tag to match.

Price: R1,650 +/-.  Available from you local Berik retailer.

You can also try www.bikerswarehouse.co.za

The Berik range is imported by TRP Distributors.  

19/03/26

There’s a new range of helmets in town, and they’re called Axor. They cover a large range from full-face street helmets to Adventure helmets, and there’s also a few interesting carbon fibre options too.

The one we have here is the new X-Cross Adventure version with a drop down tinted internal visor, and a clear external visor, which can be removed so goggles, can be used. We especially like the peak that has a retractable extension piece inserted into the end, a good idea for when the sun is low in the sky.

A very affordable range and well worth checking out their new site for more information.

Price: R2,650 +/-  www.axorhelmets.co.za 

26/02/26