This has to be one of the most advanced MX/off-road helmets ever made from the USA specialists.

As worn by riders in the recent Dakar event, it’s riddled with innovative features. Not only is it made from lightweight carbon fibre it also has ‘Mips’, which along with Spherical technology spreads the impact load away from the brain by allowing the shell to move independently from the inner liner, very clever indeed.

It also has advanced airflow systems to keep the rider cool, which you might need when you see the price. But the best money can buy never comes cheap, and how much is your brain worth?

Price: R17,000 +/-   Visit: www.langstonmotorsports.co.za to locate your nearest Bell helmet retailer and to view the SA range available.

Also visit www.bellhelmets.com for more technical information.

With all this dreadful rain affecting our riding we’re sure you might be looking for a waterproof glove, of some sort.

Well, you can’t get much better than these from the Italian specialists. They’re from their Drystar range offering waterproof but breathable abilities, so you won’t end up with horrid sweaty palms.

They also look commendably sporty rather than the usual ‘boring’ black options we tend to find. So why not grab a pair and keep your hands nice and dry during these torrential times.

Price: R2,000 +/-   Visit: www.langstonmotorsports.co.za to locate your nearest Alpinestars retailer. Or call (011 805 5559).

If you’re looking for a very nice Christmas gift, maybe for yourself, or perhaps a close family member, then these might assist.

The Primer ankle boot, so they say, was designed in the USA, which is a bit odd and raises the question, why? Never mind though they’re superbly made with a grey suede style running throughout this attractive motorcycle boot.

They’re not just for casual wear though, because Alpinestars insist that the Primer is a genuine riding boot with their usual internal protection attributes. 

Price: R4,150   Visit: www.langstonmotorsports.co.za to locate your nearest Alpinestars retailer. Or call (011 805 5559). Also to view their 2022 Shark and Bell helmet range.

Just arrived is this new and attractive ‘hard-shell’ backpack. It certainly looks like it would survive a nuclear attack, so it’ll definitely last for years in a motorcycle environment.

As you can see it has a carbon shell and found inside is a bright Day-Glo yellow waterproof cover, in case you get caught in a violent rainstorm, or similar.

So the new Charger Pro is an ideal companion for any motorcyclist and it does carry a very famous label as well, which is always a good thing regarding quality.

Price: R3,100   Visit: www.langstonmotorsports.co.za to locate your nearest Alpinestars retailer, and to view more of their products. Or call (011 805 5559).