Winter motorcycle work becomes considerably harder when the garage stays cold. The Clarke OFR7/150 is an oil-filled radiator intended for home workshops and garages, with maximum output of 1.5kW and a stated price of £47.98. Its portable format allows it to be moved to the part of the workspace that needs heat, rather than keeping the heater fixed in one position.

The radiator uses a conventional oil-filled layout with seven fins and a weight of 9.45kg. Casters make it easier to move around the room, while the powder-coated steel construction is designed for durability. Its relatively compact footprint also matters in a workshop where the available space around a motorcycle changes from one job to the next.

Temperature control and protection

There are six heat settings and three power settings, with an adjustable thermostat allowing the user to maintain the required temperature. Protection against overheating is included, along with a switch that operates if the unit tips over. The neon-illuminated switches should be easier to locate and operate when garage lighting is limited.

An early press test judged the OFR7/150 effective in a typical home workshop or garage. Buyer feedback was similarly positive: William said it worked well in his workshop, where he was dealing with condensation, while Sally praised its modest space requirements and the amount of heat it produced. For a motorcyclist seeking more tolerable winter working conditions, the Clarke brings portability, straightforward adjustment and useful protection features together in one uncomplicated package.