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integrated into the back of the helmet, providing live footage to the rider. Much thought has gone into the focal length from the rider’s eyes, so the company claim road and read-out can be seamlessly viewed without changing focus. As well as being voice activated if
required, the helmet acts as a keyless starter for the bike. Comfort-wise inside there is a three channel ventilation system, and an anti- bacterial microfibre calfskin lining. Truman reckons instead of being
a distraction, it “Frees you and your senses because the distractions have been removed. It allows you to concentrate on the road and your one-ness with the bike, to just enjoy the moment knowing the bike is looking out for you and the information you need is right in front of you.” The jacket is no less entertaining.
With a run time of two hours, it can be charged on the bike if necessary. Each one is to be tailor-made by Knox.
Not many jackets have settings
There are three settings: Urban Mode, Sports Mode and Euphoric Mode. The former as the name suggests concentrates on safety with alerts like a tap on the shoulder to highlight a potential danger. Sensors scan the blindspots. For Sports Mode G-Force related data tells the rider how close to the limit of the motorcycle’s capabilities he or she is. For example, the harder the braking the more feedback received. Euphoric Mode plays music and uses the haptics to simulate the vibrations of a bass speaker. When not riding, this can all be
switched off to save power. Truman concludes, “We’ve taken technologies previously unexplored by bike builders to transform the way we ride. It’s all about the interaction between the rider and the machine, and enhancing that experience. We understand the need to be different, to be better, and challenge the norm.”
The company aim to make 399 in the
first year, to match the voltage. Want one? Yours for £90,000. ●
was tapping into. This is about using technology to strip back the experience of riding a bike, through the use of haptics and HUD. The helmet and jacket work in tandem with the Vector to remove distractions and emphasise the joy of riding.”
HEADS UP The Wi-Fi-enabled Zenith helmet, based on Hedon’s new Heroine range, features a projection on the inside of the anti- fog double lens of the speedometer reading, satellite navigation and a variety of ancillary data. A small rear facing camera is
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