Few experiences are as pleasant as the one that drive a motorcycle on the road. That feeling that we are one with the machine, against the wind and accompanied by a soundtrack that is none other than the roar of our engine. Can an experience like this be made even better? In this article we will talk about some gadgets that you can equip on your motorcycle to improve your user experience, guarantee your safety or prevent some other unpleasant problem.
Accessories tech for motorcycles
The motorcycle is a much more conservative vehicle than cars. In recent years, cars have been filled with technology. Automatisms, touch screens, driving aids and all kinds of paraphernalia that many detest, as they prevent us from enjoying the machine as we could have done years ago.
If you go to any online motorcycle configurator, you will see that motorcycles are equipped with technology, but to a much lesser extent than cars. However, there are some other devices that can lend a hand both on the road and when we park our vehicle:
Tire pressure sensor
High-end vehicles usually have a default system that alerts the driver of low tire pressure. Although on a motorcycle it is somewhat easier to detect a tire with low pressure than on a car, it does not hurt to know in advance that something is wrong with the element that separates us from the ground. There are several models of this type. First of all is the Garmin Zumo, which connects to the Garmin 390LM control unit that is sold separately.
Another alternative is plugs FOBO Bike 2, that work without extra devices. The earplugs connect directly to our smartphone via Bluetooth and the data can be interpreted from its native app. It may seem like an expensive product, but it is much cheaper than getting the Garmin equivalent.
See offer on AmazonMotoSafe Ear Plugs
Wind noise inside a motorcycle helmet at highway speeds can easily reach 100 decibels. Long-term, this can be harmful and lead to a permanent hearing loss.
And this is where the big debate comes in. In Spain, it is not legal to drive with earplugs, whether or not they have Noise Cancellation active. This does not mean that such a product is not interesting both for the sports practice of motorcycling —where it is practically essential to use protection— as well as for our escorts in case we drive on the road.
However, in the Amazon comments there are many customers who use them for the road. They approve of this product and state that they are willing to pay the fine if it reaches them in order to protect their ears. Hearing health is a much-repeated topic in biker circles. In many countries, these protection devices are completely legal, although the Spanish DGT tends to turn a deaf ear to these proposals. There are different variants of this product, from normal earplugs to versions with headphones with active noise cancellation.
See offer on AmazonXiaomi Wheel Inflator
Portable, compact and rechargeable. What more could you ask for? He xiaomi air inflator is a product that is usually associated with its range of scooters, but it is the perfect tool for also keep motorcycle tires in top shape.
This inflator pump has an LED screen where we can preset the pressure before starting to put air in on the tire. It has a 2000Ah battery, which you can charge with any mobile charger and can inflate up to 150 PSI.
Its price is not unreasonable and it is not a bad idea to carry it in the trunk of the motorcycle or in a backpack during long trips in case we end up needing it at some point.
See offer on AmazonGPS tracker
Unfortunately, this world is full of people who also like your bike. Two-wheeled vehicle thefts are quite common nowadays, but luckily, we now have some tools to combat the friends of aliens.
The locators for motorcycles they are really cheap considering the money they can save us. from about 30 euros you can get a basic model. Depending on your needs, you can go further.
The first device that we are going to teach you is the SinoTrack ST-907 Mini. It works with a SIM card that you must buy separately, although we already anticipate that there are very cheap ways to get hold of one of these.
This equipment needs installation and allows you to turn off the motorcycle's engine from the phone application. As soon as you detect that your motorcycle is moving from the place where you parked it, the system will notify you and you can turn off the engine remotely and detect its position. This model costs about 30 euros and can also be installed in cars.
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On the other hand we have the Winnes GPS, what's wrong with it portable format. This device is much simpler and does not require intervention in the vehicle. On a motorcycle, we will place it in the interior trunk and the GPS will give a signal of the location. In larger vehicles such as a car, it can be glued to the chassis thanks to the fact that one side is completely covered with magnets.
Like the previous model, it works with a SIM card. The ideal is to buy a prepaid and recharge as the data plan is used up.
See offer on AmazonSmartphone holder
Currently, we usually locate ourselves on the roads using our smartphone instead of using a specific GPS. When we go by car, the support matters rather little to us. The typical magnets that do the trick and are very cheap became fashionable. But on the bike, we can't play it. If the mobile phone falls while the vehicle is running, it is normal for it to end up in pieces.
A safe support for your mobile is the lamicall. It grips the motorcycle handlebar with great force and encapsulates the device, preventing vibrations and protecting the edges. This model works as long as you takes between 4,7 and 6,8 inches. The support allows the terminal to be rotated very comfortably, as well as to release the phone quickly in case we need to use the mobile when we are parked.
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