If you’re learning to ride on two wheels, there are some essential items you will need to consider before you take to the roads on your motorcycle or scooter.
In this blog, we’ve pulled together our must-have items to make life on a bike smooth sailing.
1. Motorbike Helmet
Your helmet will be your most important piece of safety equipment, it is also against the law to ride on UK roads without a helmet. At Halfords we have a wide range of helmets available which all abide by the road legal standard ECE 22.05. Whether you are looking for a full face helmet, open face, adventure or a flip front we have styles to suit.
2. Motorcycle clothing
Protective clothing is as important as your helmet, our range is suitable all year round with CE protectors in elbows, shoulders and knees. Just because it’s safe doesn’t mean we’ve compromised on style, we have a wide range of designs and colours available. View our collection of motorcycle jackets, jeans and gloves.
3. L plates
If you have a provisional licence, you’ll need L plates on the front and rear of your motorcycle. Our motorcycle L plate kit comes with three L plates giving you 2 rigid L plates and one self-adhesive L plate with options for how you choose to fit them.
4. Motorcycle security
Motorbike theft is becoming more and more of an issue, but simple security upgrades can make a big difference. The Tru-Tension 110dB Disc Lock is a compact yet highly effective deterrent, combining a secure disc lock with a powerful built-in alarm. Its piercing 110dB siren is designed to instantly scare off opportunist thieves, while the quick and easy locking mechanism makes it practical for everyday use. Built with a durable, weatherproof design, it offers reliable protection in all conditions,whether you’re parked up in the city or at home.
5. 12V power source
Motorbikes don’t come with a 12V power output as standard and if you plan on using a sat nav you will need somewhere to plug it in. The Oxford Weatherproof Dual Port USB Charger is a weatherproof 12V power supply for fitment to motorcycles and scooters. This power supply socket will enable the use of mobile phone chargers and Sat Navs. Its heavy-duty waterproof cap keeps the USB sockets dry, meaning you can use this accessory whatever the weather.
Halfords Motoring Club
By joining the Halfords Motoring Club today, you’ll get access to a range of amazing benefits and discounts that are designed to keep you moving, keep you safe, and keep you saving.
Free Halfords Motoring Club Membership includes:
- Money off your MOT.
- A free 10-point car health check.
- A welcome voucher that can be spent on any Halfords product or service.
Or upgrade to our Premium membership (£5.49 monthly/£54 yearly) to unlock:
- An included MOT.
- 5% off all motoring services and products online and across our stores, garages, and Halfords Mobile Expert.
- 2 x 10-point car safety checks, worth £15 each.
- Even more exclusive member bargains and benefits.
