Blackwater Motorcycles based in County Cork has been appointed as the Technical Centre and Distributor for the comprehensive range of Datatool products in Southern Ireland.
They will be stocking the full range of security products including alarms and the market leading TrakKING device, along with the Datatag range of security marking products. Providing both the consumer and the trade with essential product knowledge and support.
Dave Plummer, Datatool Brand Manager: “For us Blackwater Motorcycles was an obvious choice, the technical expertise and knowledge they have is just what we needed to support Southern Ireland with the Datatool range. They are ideally placed to offer a great service, professional installations, and advice to the motorcycling community.”
Ian Coffey, Proprietor, Blackwater Motorcycles: “Datatool offers an excellent range of security devices with many options to suit. For us Datatool are the only security only focused brand and we are excited to be appointed the distributor for Eire and a stockist. Our in-house technical expertise will be fully supported by Datatool with on-going training and support.” We look forward to bringing this exceptional security brand to the Irish Market.
Customers wanting to buy Datatool products or Retail outlets in the Eire area looking to stock the Datatool range, should contact Ian directly on Tel: (00 353) 086 057 4714 or email blackwatermotorcycles@hotmail.com
For general information on the Datatool range or to find your nearest stockist please contact Datatool: 01257 249928 – info@datatool.co.uk – www.datatool.co.uk
Motorcycle security expert Datatool has announced an exciting new upgrade program.
For a limited time this summer, when motorcyclists trade in ANY Thatcham approved alarm (not just a Datatool) and upgrade to a Datatool TrakKING GPS/GSM system, Datatool will give them a £75 credit towards their TrakKING annual subscription. This is an amazing 12 months cover for the price of 3, equivalent to just £2 per month!
The process is simple. From now until 1st September 2014 any owners visiting their Datatool dealer to have an old Thatcham approved alarm removed and replaced with a brand new, state-of-the-art Datatool TrakKING GPS/GSM system will be provided with a claim form to fill in and send to Datatool, who will be in contact to activate the subscription at the discounted rate. The £75 credit can be applied to either a one or three year subscription making the first year just £24 (with subsequent years charged at the prevailing rate, currently standard rate of £99 per annum).
The Datatool TrakKING GPS/GSM system offers the very latest in security technology, constantly monitoring a motorcycle, scooter or quad for unauthorised movement. Owners are initially alerted by SMS text message whilst Datatool’s 24/7/365 staffed call centre works with the Police for a swift recovery.
Dave Plummer, Datatool Brand Manager: “We recognise that as technology moves on, we need to make sure our customers are in a position to take advantage of it. There are many older bikes being ridden or sold with 10 or 15 year old alarms still fitted but over the years this technology has been super seeded with more efficient, effective and most importantly more reliable products. Datatool TrakKING is a security solution, which offers multiple benefits in addition to those provided by an alarm and will greatly increase the chances of recovery of your bike should the worst occur.”
For information on the Datatool TrakKING system and to find your nearest dealer please visit:www.trakking.net
The feature set includes:
– Full 24/7 Monitoring & Recovery Assistance via the Scorpion Monitoring Centre
– No Speed History Data Logging
– Virtually Zero Current Draw
– Early Warning Feature
– Pinpoint Locate Feature
– Greater Reliability
– Thatcham Cat 6 (TQA) approved
– Easy User Interface
– Waterproof to IPX56 standard
– Text early warning system
– Straight Forward Pricing
– British Designed and Manufactured
– Automatic movement without ignition text alerts
– Battery tamper alarm included
– Low battery text alert
– Location on demand via website
– Online paperless registration
– 3 Year Warranty
– European coverage included
– 24Hr Monitoring by our Stolen Bike Monitoring Team
– Optional Keyguard Service – receive text messages every time ignition is switched on
Today TomTom is launching a ‘Buy & Try’ promotion for the TomTom Rider. The Satisfaction Guaranteed promotion allows bikers to return the device within 30 days after purchase, if they are not entirely happy with it.
With this promotion, which will run in independent motorbike dealerships, TomTom is showcasing the high quality and superiority of its product by giving bikers the chance to try it out.
Built for bikes and packed with motorcycle-friendly features, TomTom Rider was recently upgraded with the new Tyre Pro® software which brings enhanced route management functionality to create and plan winding roads from the biker’s PC.
The promotion will run from 1 April until 30 June 2014 for qualifying TomTom Rider devices.
Winding Roads
TomTom’s Windings Roads feature allows bikers to select routes with the most bends for a more exciting ride.
Upload Routes and Go
TomTom’s Upload Routes and Go feature enables bikers to upload preferred routes captured online to the TomTom Rider device. These routes can be shared with other riders via Bluetooth®.
PC Route Management via Tyre Pro®
Users can download Tyre Pro® interactive software to search, create and edit routes on a PC before uploading them to the TomTom Rider device. These can then be shared with friends.
All-Weather Device
TomTom Rider has a glove-friendly screen that responds instantly to touch. It is designed for any weather conditions, including bright direct sunlight.
Free Lifetime Maps
TomTom Rider includes free Lifetime Maps. For the life of the product, users can download four or more full updates of the map on the device every year, which includes all updates to the road network, addresses and Points of Interest.
Map Share
Users benefit from free Daily Map Changes from the TomTom Map Share community, which includes dynamic changes such as new speed limits and blocked roads. Map Share helps overcome the more frequent road changes and so avoid delays or detours.
Points of Interest
Via TomTom Rider, users can access the Points of Interest feature to find interesting places to stop en-route, such as restaurants, hotels and petrol stations. Personalised Points of Interest can also be added, for future reference.
IQ Routes
TomTom’s IQ Routes uses real travel times for each and every road shared by millions of bikers, therefore providing the optimum route and arrival time.
Accessories
A range of optional accessories are available for the TomTom Rider personal navigation device, including a car mounting kit; charging bike dock; and a unique anti-theft solution.
Pricing and Availability:
The TomTom Rider EU is available with an RRP of £349.99. Further information regarding the additional accessories can be viewed via www.tomtom.com/tomtom-rider
XENA has updated its popular XGA Ground Anchor for 2014, so it’s now even easier and quicker to install.
The XGA requires just one bolt to fix it in place – no drilling multiple holes or lining up fiddly templates – yet is just as strong as anchors using a multi-bolt fitting. It is so tough that it has been awarded the Gold Standard by SoldSecure*, the highest grade possible.
Fitting could not be simpler. Simply drill the hole, assemble the anchor, push the bolt into the drilled hole and then turn the anchor until the unique torsion-controlled bolt holder within the device ‘clicks’, indicating that the unit is correctly installed. No spanners required!
It can be fixed to a wall or floor, inside or outside, and has a ‘fold flat’ design so it won’t get in the way when not in use. The low profile means it can also be ridden over easily, so it can be installed in narrow passageways or in a garage floor.
The XGA’s base rotates freely through 360 degrees, so chains and locks can be passed through the shackle easily, without having to manoeuvre the motorcycle into position. The swivel design also makes it incredibly difficult to get a purchase with a cutter or levering device. Combined with the extra thick shackle, it will resist the most determined of thieves.
The Xena XGA costs just £50 (including VAT) and is ideal for securing motorcycles, trailers, quad bikes and more.
Call Motohaus Powersports Ltd. on 01256 70490901256 704909 or visit www.motohaus.com
More than a quarter of UK motorcycles are off the road at any given time. Department for Transport figures show that during 2012 (the most recent year for which statistics are available) on average more than 500,000 of Britain’s 1.8 million motorcycles, scooters and mopeds was subject to a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN).
Whether a vehicle is off the road for storage (e.g. winter ‘hibernation’), repair or restoration, battery maintenance will help to avoid inconvenience and expense when the bike is ready to ride again. Battery maintenance experts at OptiMate advise motorcyclists to follow three simple rules if storing their vehicles for longer than a month.
All batteries have a finite life, even if never used. Lead acid batteries last longest if stored at stable room temperature and discharge faster in hot or cold conditions (temperatures above 35°C or below freezing). As batteries discharge, the electrolyte [‘battery acid’] changes from sulphuric acid to lead sulphate and water, a process known as ‘sulphation’. Sulphate crystals attach to the lead plates inside the battery cells and make it resistant to charging.
Keep your battery 100% charged at all times. This not only keeps it in peak condition but also protects it from sulphation. The simplest way to achieve this is by connecting it to a smart charger, such as an OptiMate, whenever it is not in use.
Never use a car charger to maintain your battery or jump leads attached to a car battery to start a bike with a flat battery. Motorcycle batteries have far less resistance than those fitted to cars (just look at the difference in size) and either technique could overheat the battery, accelerating the sulphation process. The OptiMate 3+ for example charges at a rate of 0.6 amps; some car chargers are rated at 20 amps!
The OptiMate 3+ will monitor and maintain motorcycle batteries while the bike is not in use and sell for £49.99 including VAT. For more information www.tecmate-int.com.
New software upgrade allows bikers to pre-plan their journey on their PC
TomTom brings enhanced route management functionality to TomTom Rider with updated Tyre Pro® software. Bikers can now create winding road routes on their PC before sending to their device and sharing with others.
Tyre Pro® allows motorcyclists to select the most exciting routes for every journey, from the fastest to the most scenic. Now, for the first time, bikers can set the number of miles they want to ride and plan their route around distance to create the best winding routes.
Other new features include:
· Motorcycle-friendly Points of Interest: to pre-plan a route via bike-friendly hotels, alpine passes and fuel stations.
· Smarter ‘advanced expanding’ technology to help avoid potential differences between a planned route on a PC and the actual route on a device.
· ‘Advanced Splitting’, to enable the biker to decide how to save the route on the device and specify how many waypoints are needed on each ride when the route file is too large.
Tyre Pro® is available for free for all consumers who purchase a TomTom Rider device from March 2014.
TomTom Rider Key Features:
Winding Roads
TomTom’s Windings Roads feature allows bikers to select routes with the most bends for a more exciting ride.
Upload Routes and Go
TomTom’s Upload Routes and Go feature enables bikers to upload preferred routes captured online to the TomTom Rider device. These routes can be shared with other riders via Bluetooth®.
PC Route Management via Tyre Pro®
Users can download Tyre Pro® interactive software to search, create and edit routes on a PC before uploading them to the TomTom Rider device. These can then be shared with friends.
All-Weather Device
TomTom Rider has a glove-friendly screen that responds instantly to touch. It is designed for any weather conditions, including bright direct sunlight.
Free Lifetime Maps
TomTom Rider includes free Lifetime Maps. For the life of the product, users can download four or more full updates of the map on the device every year, which includes all updates to the road network, addresses and Points of Interest.
Map Share
Users benefit from free Daily Map Changes from the TomTom Map Share community, which includes dynamic changes such as new speed limits and blocked roads. Map Share helps overcome the more frequent road changes and so avoid delays or detours.
Points of Interest
Via TomTom Rider, users can access the Points of Interest feature to find interesting places to stop en-route, such as restaurants, motels and fuel stations. Personalised Points of Interest can also be added, for future reference.
IQ Routes
TomTom’s IQ Routes uses real travel times for each and every road shared by millions of bikers, therefore providing the optimum route and arrival time.
Accessories
A range of optional accessories are available for the TomTom Rider personal navigation device, including a car mounting kit; charging bike dock; and a unique anti-theft solution.
Pricing and Availability:
RRP is £349.99 for the Rider EU and £429.99 for the Rider Premium Pack which includes the above accessories. Further information can be viewed via www.tomtom.com/tomtom-rider
Everyone who buys a new or used motorcycle, scooter or quad now has easier access to the peace of mind provided by the Datatool TrakKING GPS/GSM tracking system.
Datatool used the recent Motorcycle Trade Expo to announce a recommended retail price realignment to just £179.00 + installation, making Datatool TrakKING the most cost-effective tracking system on the market.
Datatool TrakKING constantly monitors your bike for unauthorised movement, alerting you initially by (optional) SMS text message and then alerting our 24/7/365 staffed call centre who will contact you to advise that a potential theft is in progress.
The annual subscription, now reduced to just £99.00 per year, includes an initial quantity of text alerts per month as well the access to our highly trained staff at our Secure Operating Centre, who will work directly with the Police to assist in recovering your vehicle should the worst happen. If you choose the 3 year subscription option, you can be protecting your transport for as little as 26p per day.
Datatool TrakKING is approved by the Thatcham Research Centre, the UK insurance industry approvals body, which means you should qualify for an insurance discount (subject to insurers’ terms and conditions) for having the unit installed at one of our authorised installers.
Datatool TrakKING is available to use on any motorcycle, quad or scooter fitted with a battery, whether road or off-road, yet has a virtually zero current draw so won’t drain the battery.
Datatool also recommends the use of visual physical security deterrents such as the Datatool Python lock & chain and a Datatool Fortress ground anchor for added home security or the Datatool Croc Lock when on the move.
The feature set includes:
– Full 24/7 Monitoring & Recovery Assistance via the Scorpion Monitoring Centre
– No Speed History Data Logging
– Virtually Zero Current Draw
– Early Warning Feature
– Pinpoint Locate Feature
– Greater Reliability
– Thatcham Cat 6 (TQA) approved
– Easy User Interface
– Waterproof to IPX56 standard
– Text early warning system
– Straight Forward Pricing
– British Designed and Manufactured
– Automatic movement without ignition text alerts
– Battery tamper alarm included
– Low battery text alert
– Location on demand via website
– Online paperless registration
– 3 Year Warranty
– European coverage included
– 24Hr Monitoring by our Stolen Bike Monitoring Team
– Optional Keyguard Service – receive text messages every time ignition is switched on
Motorcycle security should be at the forefront of every riders mind, not just overnight at home but whilst out and about, too. Datatool has the answer for portable security on the go with Croc Lock.
Simple to use and highly visible, the Croc Lock is the must-have theft deterrent for scooters, motorcycles and ATVs. Croc Lock works by locking the front brake lever to the handlebar, preventing the motorcycle or ATV from being pushed away.
Available in vibrant yellow, orange or black, Croc Lock is more visible than a standard disc lock, easier to install and impossible to forget!
With an RRP of just £29.95, Croc Lock is an affordable solution offering secure peace of mind to the motorcyclist on the move.
OptiMate™ 5 Voltmatic is the first ever charger capable of automatically recovering 6V lead-acid batteries from deep discharge. Light [600 grammes] and compact, the OptiMate 5 VoltMatic will also charge and maintain medium to large 12V batteries [from 8Ah to 120Ah] making it suitable for motorcycles, motor boats and motor homes, as well as most cars and vans.
OptiMate 5 VoltMatic retains the fully automatic, 100% safe and easy-to-use characteristics of the 2 million OptiMates produced since 1995. Capable of recovering batteries retaining as little as 1 volt, OptiMate 5 identifies whether a battery is 6V or 12V and then runs a series of tests to see whether it requires desulphation or bulk charge. It then delivers charge in controlled pulses that equalise the voltage in each of the battery cells and checks that charge is being retained, before indicating that the battery has reached full charge.
Unlike other smart chargers, OptiMate has a unique 30 minute charge/30 minute rest cycle, during every hour of long-term maintenance charge, so it can be left connected to the battery while the vehicle is parked without any risk of overcharging or overheating. In a weatherproof sealed enclosure with 2 metre long input and output cables, the OptiMate 5 is supplied with both a permanent ringlet connection lead that has a weatherproof cap and battery ‘crocodile’ clips for bench charging.
Compatible with STD lead-acid batteries (with removable filler caps), sealed AGM ‘maintenance free’, GEL and spiral cell types too, OptiMate 5 VoltMatic retails for £77.50 including VAT. For information on the complete range of OptiMate battery optimisers and accessories visit www.tecmate–int.com.
OptiMate™ 5 Voltmatic is the first ever charger capable of automatically recovering 6V lead-acid batteries from deep discharge.
Light [600 grammes] and compact, the OptiMate 5 VoltMatic will also charge and maintain medium to large 12V batteries [from 8Ah to 120Ah] making it suitable for motorcycles, motor boats and motor homes, as well as most cars and vans.
OptiMate 5 VoltMatic retains the fully automatic, 100% safe and easy-to-use characteristics of the 2 million OptiMates produced since 1995. Capable of recovering batteries retaining as little as 1 volt, OptiMate 5 identifies whether a battery is 6V or 12V and then runs a series of tests to see whether it requires desulphation or bulk charge. It then delivers charge in controlled pulses that equalise the voltage in each of the battery cells and checks that charge is being retained, before indicating that the battery has reached full charge.
Unlike other smart chargers, OptiMate has a unique 30 minute charge/30 minute rest cycle, during every hour of long-term maintenance charge, so it can be left connected to the battery while the vehicle is parked without any risk of overcharging or overheating.
In a weatherproof sealed enclosure with 2 metre long input and output cables, the OptiMate 5 is supplied with both a permanent ringlet connection lead that has a weatherproof cap and battery ‘crocodile’ clips for bench charging.
Compatible with STD lead-acid batteries (with removable filler caps), sealed AGM ‘maintenance free’, GEL and spiral cell types too, OptiMate 5 VoltMatic retails for £77.50 including VAT. For information on the complete range of OptiMate battery optimisers and accessories visit www.tecmate-int.com.
OptiMate’s new hand-held tester makes checking 12 volt battery and charging system quick and easy. Much more than a regular voltmeter, the OptiMate Test TS120 is a unique, hand-held, on-vehicle tester, which checks both the battery and charging system in one sequence:
1. Connect to the battery and the OptiMate TS120’s easy-to-read display instantly shows ‘rest’ voltage – an indication of battery health.
2. Next, start the vehicle and the OptiMate TS120 checks and displays the battery’s starting power. The lowest voltage will stay on display for a few seconds, as this is a good indication of the battery’s remaining starting capabilities.
3. Once the engine is running it then checks if the charging system is able to decently charge the battery.
Ideal for cars and motorcycles alike, the TS120’s three-phase test sequence allows any vehicle owner to see the health of the complete system and quickly diagnose whether a fault lies in the battery itself or with the alternator – saving both time and money replacing parts for new when not needed. An added benefit is the ability to check maximum charging voltage before replacing lead-acid batteries with lithium ones, as they cannot accept any overcharging.
The OptiMate TS120 is water-resistant and supplied with both crocodile clips and SAE connectors, selling for £29.99 including VAT. The test procedure can be seen in action at http://youtu.be/XDuaz-NlQo8. For information on the complete range of OptiMate battery optimisers and accessories visit www.tecmate–int.com.
TomTom has launched the TomTom Rider Premium Pack, a new accessory pack to complement the popular Rider navigation solution for bikers. Used in conjunction with the satnav device that enables bikers to choose the type of route they want to ride, the Premium Pack includes three new accessories; an anti-theft solution, a travel carry case and a car mounting kit.
The anti-theft solution locks the TomTom Rider to the bike, providing peace of mind during short stops. The portable travel carry case keeps the device safe and protected whether stowed at home or out on the road, while the car mounting kit includes an integrated speaker meaning spoken instructions can be heard when using the device in other vehicles.
Stéphane Hareau, Global Marketing Director of TomTom Consumer said: “We have listened to the feedback of the biker community and, as a result, have launched theTomTom Rider Premium pack edition. It provides three sought-after and highly useful accessories that complement the popular TomTom Rider navigation device.”
The Anti-theft Solution is also available separately and is compatible with any other previous version of TomTom Rider. For more information please visit:
The TomTom Rider Premium Pack is priced £429.95. The standard Rider kit without the extra accessories costs £349.99.
TomTom Rider Key Features:
Winding Roads
TomTom’s Windings Roads feature allows bikers to select routes with the most bends for a more exciting ride.
Upload Routes and Go
TomTom’s Upload Routes and Go feature enables bikers to upload preferred routes captured online to the TomTom Rider device. These routes can be shared with other riders via Bluetooth®.
PC Route Management via Tyre®
Users can download Tyre® interactive software to search, create and edit routes on a PC before uploading them to the TomTom Rider device. These can then be shared with friends.
All-Weather Device
TomTom Rider has a glove-friendly screen that responds instantly to touch. It is designed for any weather conditions, including bright direct sunlight.
Free Lifetime Maps
TomTom Rider includes free Lifetime Maps. For the life of the product, users can download four or more full updates of the map on the device every year, which includes all updates to the road network, addresses and Points of Interest.
Map Share
Users benefit from free Daily Map Changes from the TomTom Map Share community, which includes dynamic changes such as new speed limits and blocked roads. Map Share helps overcome the more frequent road changes and so avoid delays or detours.
Points of Interest
Via TomTom Rider, users can access the Points of Interest feature to find interesting places to stop en-route, such as restaurants, motels and fuel stations. Personalised Points of Interest can also be added, for future reference.
IQ Routes
TomTom’s IQ Routes uses real travel times for each and every road shared by millions of bikers, therefore providing the optimum route and arrival time.
Gear Gremlin’s new heavy-duty Fury lock and chain has been tested by Sold Secure and given a Gold rating, while the Nimrod lock and chain qualified for their Silver quality mark.
Owned and operated by the Master Locksmiths Association, Sold Secure is dedicated to reducing the risk of crime by the assessment of security products, which it tests in purpose-built laboratories near Daventry.
Available in 1.2m and 1.5m lengths, the Sliver-rated Nimrod has a 12mm hardened chromoly steel chain, secured by a padlock that has a hardened steel body with double ball bearing anti-pick/anti-drill locking system. The padlock’s 11mm diameter shackle is also manufactured from hardened chromoly steel. Retail prices start at £54.99 for the 1.2m length chain, rising to £59.99 for the 1.5m version.
The Gold-rated Fury comes in a choice of three lengths – 1.2m, 1.5m and 1.8m. The hardened chromoly steel chain has14.5mm diameter links, while the padlock has a hardened solid steel lock body and double ball-bearing locking mechanism, with reinforced cylinder plates to protect from drilling and picking. The padlock shackle is 13mm diameter hardened chromoly steel. Prices start at £109.99 (1.2m), £119.99 (1.5m) and £129.99 (1.8m).
Exclusively distributed by the Key Collection, there are more than 100 product lines in the Gear Gremlin range.
TomTom today introduces a brand new version of its TomTom Rider, a portable navigation device created especially for bikers. Following feedback from the motorcyclist community, TomTom Rider has been designed to give bikers the ability to choose the type of route they want to ride: from the fastest; to the most scenic; to their own personalised route.
Bikers can easily create and then upload their personalised routes direct to their TomTom Rider device. By downloading Tyre® interactive software, bikers can search, create and edit their own routes on a PC. Alternatively, a unique ‘Upload Routes and Go’ feature enables bikers to upload routes directly to their device and share them with other bikers via Bluetooth®.
In addition, TomTom Rider includes a feature that feeds audio instructions directly to the user’s helmet via Bluetooth®, meaning riders can fully concentrate on the road ahead. The device also includes the introduction of a new 4.3’’ glove-friendly screen, which responds instantly to touch and is designed for riding in any weather conditions, including rain or bright sunlight. The device also comes with a new charging bike dock that turns it on or off with the ignition of the bike.
“With TomTom Rider, bikers can not only choose where to go, but more importantly how they want to get there,” said Corinne Vigreux, Managing Director of TomTom Consumer. ”We listened to feedback from motorbike communities to create a device that was customised for the way they want to ride. We found that the overwhelming majority of bikers use their motorcycle for recreational purposes and many actively seek out routes that offer fantastic scenic touring experiences. TomTom Rider gives bikers the ability to find and ride the best scenic routes in the world.”
TomTom Rider Key Features:
Winding Roads
TomTom’s Winding Roads feature allows bikers to select routes with the most bends for a more exciting ride.
Upload Routes and Go
TomTom’s Upload Routes and Go feature enables bikers to upload preferred routes captured online to the TomTom Rider device. These routes can be shared with other riders via Bluetooth®.
PC Route Management via Tyre®
Users can download Tyre® interactive software to search, create and edit routes on a PC before uploading them to the TomTom Rider device. These can then be shared with friends.
All-Weather Device
TomTom Rider has a glove-friendly screen that responds instantly to touch. It is designed for any weather conditions, including bright direct sunlight.
Free Lifetime Maps
TomTom Rider includes free Lifetime Maps. For the life of the product, users can download four or more full updates of the map on the device every year, which include all updates to the road network, addresses and Points of Interest.
Map Share
Users benefit from free Daily Map Changes from the TomTom Map Share community, which includes dynamic changes such as new speed limits and blocked roads. Map Share helps overcome the more frequent road changes and so avoid delays or detours.
Points of Interest
Via TomTom Rider, users can access the Points of Interest feature to find interesting places to stop en-route, such as restaurants, motels and fuel stations. Personalised Points of Interest can also be added, for future reference.
IQ Routes
TomTom’s IQ Routes uses real travel times for each and every road shared by millions of bikers, therefore providing the optimum route and arrival time.
Accessories
A range of optional accessories are available for the TomTom Rider personal navigation device, including a car mounting kit; charging bike dock; and a unique anti-theft solution.
Power multiple devices on the move without worrying about draining your bike’s battery, with the new Twin USB Adaptor with Voltmeter from Nippy Normans.
Charging on the move is a must for most riders – especially when touring – but keeping power-hungry smartphones, sat navs and cameras topped up can put the bike’s 12V battery under pressure.
Nippy Norman’s new Twin USB Adaptor displays the bike’s battery voltage whenever a device is plugged into one or both of its USB ports, so the rider can keep a close eye on power reserves – extra handy during stops for fuel or parking up, when the alternator isn’t putting power back in.
Voltage is shown on a bright blue illuminated digital display, so it stands out in low light and can easily be distinguished from other warning lights.
The adaptor plugs straight into any standard bike DIN socket – no hard-wiring or fiddly fixings to worry about – and each USB port pumps out 5V / 2.1 Amps; more than enough to keep the latest devices powered up.
It’s fully compatible with BMW’s Can-Bus system too.
The Nippy Normans Twin USB Adaptor with Voltmeter retails at £29.00 including VAT, and fits all BMW motorcycles with a DIN socket, as well as KTM and Triumph models too.
For details, visit the UK’s #1 for BMW motorcycle accessories www.nippynormans.com
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