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ACCORDING to datareleased by ACEM(Associat ion des

Constructeurs Européens deMotocycles) in early September,the EU saw sales of 779,588 PTWsduring the first seven months of2014 - an increase of 1.5 percentover the same period in 2013. ACEM say that "most of the largest

European markets performedpositively, with sales increasing inSpain (+17.5 percent), UK (+11.6percent) and Germany (+2.6 percent).Sales grew by 0.6 percent in France,and went down by 0.3 percent inItaly".In terms of motorcycle sales, the

news is even better, with the first sevenmonths of this year up by 7.4 percentcompared to the same period in 2013- 559,937 units.Year-on-year sales increased in key

European markets including Spain(+21.6 percent), UK (+13.4 percent),Germany (+8.3 percent), France (+5.6percent) and Italy (+2.7 percent).With ACEM's own research

showing that nearly three quarters ofindustry revenues are accounted for by

larger displacement machines, itwould appear that the market isbenefitting from delayed spending,but some observers are suggestingthat with nearly a year's worth ofincreased monthly motorcycle sales inmost major markets, the industry maynow also be seeing the first evidenceof a genuine long-term return togrowth. However, with structural motorcycle

industry issues such as licensing andtraining still a major concern, andyouth unemployment st i l lunacceptably high throughout the EU,the 11 percent decline seen acrossEurope in moped sales for the year todate (219,661 units) suggests that anysuch optimism may still be premature.Moped registrations have fallen by

-17 percent in Germany so far this year,-15.8 percent in Italy, -7.5 percent inFrance, -6.9 percent in Spain and -2.9percent in the UK, resurrecting pre-

recessionary fears that the motorcycleindustry's demographic and accessissues have not gone away.As this edition of International

Dealer News went to press, morerecent country-specific data wasbecoming available from some of thenational motorcycle industry tradeassociations that are part of ACEM. For example, August data released

by the MCIA (Motorcycle IndustryAssociation) show UK new motorcycleregistrations up by 7.4 percent (6,038units, up from 5,620 in August 2013),meaning that the United Kingdom hasseen monthly growth in all except fortwo of the last 16 months.For the eight months of 2014 so far,

sales in the UK are up by 12.53percent, at 63,974 units (up from56,849 in the year ago period), thebest sales performance that the UKhas seen at this stage of the year since2009.In total PTW terms, the UK was up

by 6.7 percent in August, and at78,680 units is up by 10.9 percent forthe year to date - also the best levelseen since 2009.

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Ireceived a very strong (mostly positive) response to mycomment piece in the last edition of International DealerNews, one in which I discussed the motorcycle sales growthdata for the year so far appearing to be running ahead ofwider economic indicators. indicators.

In the two months since then, the paradox that I pointed to, of a recovery thatappeared at that stage to be "simultaneously strong and weak", has gatheredmomentum.

The latest data released by ACEM for the EU as a whole, and by some of thenational industry trade associations for their own markets, show that on(admittedly low volumes) newmotorcycle registration growth is byno means guaranteed for the secondhalf of 2014.

The industry heads for its twomajor shows (INTERMOT andEICMA) in a positive mood - and whynot? Following what we have seenhappen to our industry since 2008,the past two and a half years, indeedthe last nine months in particular,have been a dramatic improvement.

However, having pointed to the dangers of deflationary pressures back at thestart of the year, and seen Germany record negative growth, and with welldocumented indecision affecting France, the ECB and national governmentswithin the Eurozone have failed to respond to the sluggish nature of Europe'smacro-economic performance with anything like the vigour and determinationrequired.

The result is that we are eyeing a winter in which the gains of the past coupleof years are by no means robust.

Fortunately, our market's ability to innovate (both among OE and aftermarketmanufacturers) continues to be a uniquely powerful engine. One that, hopefully,will continue to drive growth, but if profits are not dependable, then the samecapital investment issues that (until recently) have held back franchised dealersfrom being able to invest in new inventory, will start to affect aftermarket R&Dagain.

Along with brand marketing, the investment in new product has always beenthe primary characteristic that differentiates post-recessionary success storiesfrom those businesses that have faired less well. With the pre-recession issuesof youth access and demographics still unresolved, it would be foolish foranybody to misinterpret the positive mental attitude, that I'm sure will prevail atthe shows, as being anything other than at worst a widespread hope that thepast is behind us.

Europe's trade associations are to be congratulated on the work that theyhave done to try and address the long-term strategic issues, especially in termsof youth access, safety and urban mobility, and the manufacturers themselves

(mostly) are poised to emerge from thepost-Lehmann apocalypse with aradically refined and redefined offer.

Aftermarket manufacturers are alsoto be congratulated on dustingthemselves down from the marketcollapse seen through to 2010/11/12,and as evidenced by the increase in newproduct offerings seen at INTERMOTand EICMA two years ago and sincehave also managed to emerge from the

"recent unpleasantness" with credit.In looking forward and anticipating what I and the IDN team expect to see as

we prepare to pound the aisles and chew up shoe leather in Cologne and Milan,it is quite apparent that even though it is as much through judicioushousekeeping as through marketing and new product investment that survivalhas been secured.

However, since the worst of the recession, there has certainly been newproduct investment, and we are looking forward to being able to bring youexciting news about 2015's market offerings in the next printed and digitaledition of International Dealer News (December/January) andin MotoWEEK.

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Innovation and marketingessential if recovery is to

be consolidated

“Europe's tradeassociations are to be congratulated”

Robin BradleyPublisher

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BIG news for special projectbuilders and customisers - theavailability of the first EURO 4compliant aftermarket engine.

Lauge Jensen Engineering inDenmark have teamed up with notedAmerican aftermarket engine andperformance parts specialists S&SCycle of Wisconsin to unveil a line of111" fuel injected 'Sleipner' enginesat INTERMOT.

The engine is now ready to ship andavailable straight away for builders,customisers and volumemanufacturers for the 2015 custombuild season.

With testing and development work

undertaken both at S&S' own facilityat Viola, Wisconsin, and at TÜVAutomotive in Pfungstadt, Germany,the much more stringent EURO 4regulations involve running the enginefor at least 1,000km (the efficiency ofcatalytic converters declines with use)and rolling road simulation of variousriding situations and engine behaviors.

Uffe Lauge Jensen, who establishedhis own custom bike building companyin 2008, told us that in addition tocomplete bikes (bespoke and volumeproduction), the plan was to offer theengine that he needed to develop alsoto custom bike builders andmanufacturers in Europe for one-off

and volume use.The latest news is that his sister

company, Lauge Jensen Engineering,is now ready to start marketing theengine and plans to give theprogramme its public debut in Europeat the AMD World Championship atINTERMOT (September 29th - October5th), under the 'Sleipner' motor brand.Norse mythology has it that Sleipnerwas Odin's immensely powerful andfast eight-legged horse!

The EURO 4 regulations come intoeffect on January 1st 2016, and Uffetold IDN that "being the first withEURO 4 may not be a primary concernfor some customers, but it will giveowners the reassurance that their bikeis future-proof, and ahead of the restin terms of its low emissions output".

Lauge Jensen designed its owncatalytic converter exhaust system forthe project, which Uffe says was"calibrated specifically to the

cat/chassis set-up. As builders andvolume producers start planningalready for bikes that will need to beroad legal in 2016, this is the time forcustomisers to start planning for thisnext stage in Europe's regulations.

"As v-twin performance marketleaders, S&S are the obvious and bestmanufacturer for us to have partneredwith on this project, and theirreputation, experience and expertisemeans that custom bike builders, andthose planning series production, canbe assured that their customers will becompliant straight away".

Speaking about their collaborationwith Lauge Jensen, S&S said that theywere

"uniquely positioned to support our

customer and help develop a packagethat is not only efficient and clean, butretains the character and sound thatriders want from an air-cooled v-twin".

Uffe Lauge Jensen went on to say“the new '1-eleven Squarehead'Sleipner motor is mean, lean andgreen!

"At first, meeting the restrictions ofthe EURO 4 regulations impacteddrastically on the power and noisecharacteristics, but by carefuldevelopment of the internals and fuelinjection software, the package wehave created restored the 'feel' andsound as well as delivering a powerfulresult, enjoyable riding experience,and improved fuel consumption".

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First EURO 4 compliantaftermarket engine

available forbuilders in

Europe nowlean, meanand green

Lauge Jensen Engineering's 1800cc/111" S&S fuel-injected v-twinbased 'Sleipner' motor "1-Eleven Squarehead" package is the firstEURO 4 compliant aftermarket 45 degree v-twin engine available.The company will be launching their builder and volumemanufacturer program at INTERMOT in October 2014. All newengines used in one-off or volume production customs, or asreplacement/upgrade installs, in Europe must be EURO 4compliant from January 1st 2016

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

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Gulf BikeWeek GULF Bike Week is returning for 2014and will take place from 30th October- 1st November at the Dubai MediaCity Amphitheatre.

The event, which is now backed bythe Discovery Channel, will feature anew ‘Live Action Arena’ hosting bikestunts, bike start-up battles and acustom motorcycle show. There arealso two music stages with 15 bandsplaying 31 sets over the three days.

Manufacturers who will beexhibiting at the event include Indian,Kawasaki, Moto Guzzi, Royal Enfield,Aprilia, BMW, Suzuki, Triumph, Ducati,Vespa, Yamaha, Honda, Victory andHarley-Davidson.www.gulfbikeweek.com

Metisse KTM CR690WHEN Horst Edler, the owner ofTeam Metisse, decided hewanted to create a café racer,he knew he wanted to use a bigsingle as the basis, and in orderto achieve this he chose a KTMDuke 690. Once the build was completeEdler assembled the body partshe used to build the bike into akit to allow other KTM ownersto recreate his café racer. Inaddition to the kit, which fitsKTM Duke and KTM Duke Rmodels, Team Metisse alsooffers 50mm lowering kits andclip-on handlebars.

TEAM METISSE Leiferde, GERMANYTel: +49 5373 [email protected]


NEW French manufacturer Midualused the Pebble Beach Concoursd’Elegance show in California inAugust to launch its new debutmotorcycle – the Midual Type 1.

Midual plans to release its first seriesof 35 individually numberedmotorcycles for sale in Europe in 2016.The Midual Type 1 will be sold at astarting price tag of $200,000(depending on the level ofcustomisation chosen).

Midual has created the newmachines around an entirely newengine, which is a 1,000cc flat-twinwith a transverse crankshaft. The four-valve-per-cylinder, fuel injected andliquid-cooled motor is mounted in theframe longitudinally and has a claimedoutput of 106hp at 8,000rpm and100Nm of torque at 5,300rpm. Amulti-plate, oil bath clutch is used witha six-speed transmission with a 525chain for final drive.

The frame, in which the drivetrain ishoused, is a double-wall aluminiumalloy monocoque, which also doublesup as the fuel tank and the bike’s body.The frame is cast in a French aerospacefoundry and hand-finished. The frame

is matched to an aluminium swingarmthat cantilevers an Öhlins TTX 36shock, while at the front Öhlins alsosupplies the 43mm FGRT forks.

Tubeless spoked wheels are used,the front is 3.5in wide and carries320mm floating brake discs andBrembo four-piston radial-mountcalipers and a Michelin 120/70x17tyre. At the rear the 5.5in rim is fittedwith a 180/55 x 17 Michelin and a

245mm disc and two-piston Brembocaliper.

When it comes to finishing details,each Midual Type 1 is designed to bepersonalised completely in tune withits owner. As a result, details such asdifferent types of body finishing, frombrushing and cap design to apolished/patina look, can be specified.In addition, more than 45 types ofleather are offered as standard and can

be matched to 25 sand-casting shades,which can be applied even to theengine parts. Each machine is markedwith its creation date, number andowner’s name.

MIDUALAngers, FRANCETel: +(33) 643 108 [email protected]

Midual launch at Pebble Beach

http://www.andreanigroup.com

http://www.dp-brakes.com

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Matchless set for return to motorcycle manufacturingHISTORIC British motorcyclebrand Matchless Motorcycles,which was formed in 1899, isset to return to producing bikeswith the launch of the Model XReloaded.Matchless, which ceasedproduction in 1966 when thebrand was purchased by NortonVilliers, is now owned by theMalenotti family, whoresurrected the name in 2012with the launch of the clothingline ‘Matchless London’,managed by Michele Malenotti. At the forthcoming 2014 EICMAexhibition Matchless willcelebrate its 115th anniversary

by presenting the Model XReloaded, a design inspired bythe company’s original Model Xproduced over 80 years ago. This new model has beendesigned by Franco Malenottialong with the Matchless designteam. Malenotti has previouslycollaborated withmanufacturers such as Honda,Morini, Ducati, Bimota, KTM andAprilia, drawing historicalmodels such as the 1000Laverda Jota, the 1000 LaverdaRGS and Morini 500 turboamongst many others. He has also designed variousaccessories and clothing,

collaborating with Shoei,Oakley, JT Racing, Millet, LewisLeather, Dainese and finallyBelstaff, where he was creativedirector from the early ‘90s until2011. Malenotti has based the ModelX Reloaded around an S&S X-Wedge V-twin engine with acapacity of 1,916cc. This isbeing housed in a frame thatintegrates the oil tank and has apull system rear suspensionmatched to a ‘Castle’ type forkwith hydraulic shocks. The bike will roll on spokedwheels created in co-operationwith Borrani; the front will be a

16in, and a 17in is being used atthe rear. To cater for rider comfort, thesuspended seat can be heightadjusted from 740mm to800mm, the handlebars areadjustable for height and angle,and the foot controls can be setin one of two positions. www.matchlesslondon.com

http://www.airoh.com

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TCX/JV International developnew Michelin soles

TCX has signed a major agreementfor the development and production ofhigh-performance motorcyclingoutsoles with JV International, astrategic partner for its innovativeMichelin Tech Soles.

The company is taking on a newchallenge for 2015, presenting acollection with many novel features,including Michelin brand high-performance outsoles. The R&Ddepartment at TCX, together with theDesign Center in Verona and theheadquarters in Como of JVInternational, have developed twonew high-tech outsoles devised for theadventure touring market and for theincreasingly demanding urbancommuting market. Both outsolesblend in seamlessly with theergonomic design of the footwear,displaying technical characteristicsobtained from Michelin tyre use by trialand road riders, which are said to offerhighest performance levels under allconditions.

The new adventure boot is theInfinity Evo Gore-Tex, which has beenrestyled as part of the TCX 2015

collection. The Michelin tech solepaired with this boot is inspired by thetechnology used in the famousMichelin Anakee III tyres, reproducingan ideal tread pattern to encouragethe dispersion of water, mud anddetritus, while also guaranteeingultimate stability and grip under allconditions thanks to the use of aspecial mixture.

Another ambitious high-tech soleproject is paired with the UrbanPerformance 2015 TCX range, andspecifically the new X-Cube Evo WPand X-Square Plus footwear. This linehas been designed for motorcyclistswho use their bikes every day for shortor medium length journeys in urbanareas. The Michelin high-tech outsolefeatures a high-impact tread patternand technology inspired by theMichelin Pilot Road 4 and Pro Grip 4tyres, having excellent water drainagecapacity, maximum grip and a greathold, even on the most slipperysurfaces and under the toughestconditions.

TCX will present the new range atboth INTERMOT and EICMA this year.

TCXMontebelluna (TV), ITALYTel. +39 0423 [email protected]

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In Spain, ANESDOR has reportedthat while August PTW totalregistrations were only up by 3.6percent, motorcycle registrations wereup by 4.5 percent, confirming thateven in such a badly hit market suchas Spain, higher price displacementmachines are returning to growthmore st rongly than smal ldisplacement units.ANESDOR's data puts Spain's total

PTW sales for the first eight months of2014 at 15.3 percent up over theJanuary-August period of last year, withmotorcycle sales for the same period upby 18.4 percent (74,132 units).So far, all eight months of this year

have seen substantial growthcompared to the correspondingmonths of 2013.In additional good news to emerge

from Spain, ANESDOR reports thatmotorcycle accident rates havedecreased significantly in recentmonths, and done so at a higher ratethan for other vehicle types. Motorcycle fatalities were down by

18 percent during July and August(compared to 2013) despite a 3percent increase in the total number oftrips made.At 6,537 units the latest data from

the IVM ( Industr ie-VerbandMotorrad), the German motorcycleindustry association, puts Augustmotorcycle sales there down by -2.5percent. This is only the second timesince September last year that like forlike sales have been down in Germany(-3.8 percent in April) and the marketremains up by 8.4 percent (82,514units) for the first eight months of theyear, meaning that it is fairly certainthat Germany will see full year growth- for at least the fourth consecutiveyear and may well beat the 86,000registrations seen in 2009. In total PTW terms, Germany was

down by -5.0 percent in August(11,169 units) but remains up by 6.3percent for the year to date at 117,738units. In other news from Germany, BMW

announced that its total sales for thefirst eight months of the year were upby 7.6 percent (90,226 units) despite

being down by -1.6 percent in August.Heiner Faust, BMW Motorrad Head

of Sales and Marketing, said that"eight months into the year we aredoing very well. 90,226 vehicles soldbetween January and August is a newrecord for this period. We remain firmlyon course to set a new all-time sales

high for the entire year of 2014".The news from Italy remains mixed,

with the positive trends seen in thespring appearing to soften, as we headinto the second half of the year.At 122,152 units, total PTW new

registrations over 50cc are 1.4 percentup for the first eight months of the yearcompared to 2013, with scooters(77,699 units) at -0.04 percent, butmotorcycles (44,453 units) at +4.1percent.However, July saw total PTWs dip by

-5.1 percent compared to July 2013,and for August they are down by -16.5percent at 7,210 units.The best performing motorcycle

sector in Italy are "Naked" stylemachines, which at 15,174 accountfor some 35 percent of new motorcyclesales in Italy, up by nearly 20 percentover the first eight months of 2013.Enduro models (14,796 units/+6.3

percent) are the second strongestmarket sector, with sales of sportbikes,Supermotard models, tourers,customs, trial bikes and others only

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accounting for one third of a marketthat remains historically associatedwith high performance street bikes.

Indeed, although low in volume ataround 10 percent of the total market(4,818 units), custom stylemotorcycles have been the thirdlargest sector in Italy for the first eightmonths of the year so far, with touringmodels the fourth largest (3,898units).

The top three selling PTWs in Italy sofar this year have been Honda's SH125, 150, and 300 models, with theBMW R 1200 GS the top selling Enduromodel, and Yamaha's MT-07 and 09sthe top selling "Naked" style bikes.

By way of background, last year’stotal PTW registrations in Italy were153,863 units for the full year, whichwas down from 206,522 in 2012. Thesecond quarter of 2014 (at 59,219units) is just some 251 units less thanthe second quarter of 2013, but to put

it in context, the second quarter in year2000 was worth 219,867 units on itsown, on the way to recording 524,619units for the full year. Quarterly andannual new PTW registrations havetumbled ever since.

In terms of Japanese motorcyclemanufacturer exports to Europe, thegrowth seen ever since October lastyear, and in particular the hugepercentage increase seen during June,has sustained through July - Japanese250cc+ unit shipments to their dealersin Europe were up by 59.7 percent inJuly at 9,534 units.

For the first seven months of thisyear, Japanese manufacturer exportsto Europe are up by 23.4 percent at93,846 units for the year to date.

In total PTW terms, import unitsfrom the Japanese manufacturerswere up by 73.2 percent in July, andare running at 22.8 percent up for theyear to date (102,268 units).

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Happy Anniversary!

FOUNDED in 1984 by JochenSchmitz-Linkweiler, LSL is world-renowned as a parts manufacturerand creator of stunning specialproject bikes.

It all started with the "High-Heeler" in 1985, a Kawasaki KLRspecial that at the time was the firststreet-legal Supermoto bike inGermany.

The company introduced its firstSuperbike handlebar conversion forthe Kawasaki GPZ900R in 1987 andthe rest, as they say, is history.

Acquiring DIN EN ISO 9001certification in 1997, 2009 sawreaders of German motorcyclemagazine "PS" vote LSL as the bestaccessories/conversions brand.

We ourselves here at IDN had thepleasure of joining with Germantrade magazine Bike und Business torecognise LSL's export achievementsin 2010, and now located in a stateof the art facility at Krefeld, wherethe company currently employs 25people.

A particular favourite for manypeople was Jochen's 2005 unveilingof the Clubman programme, and theunveiling of his latest project bike isalways an eagerly anticipatedhighlight at every INTERMOT expo.

www.lsl.euwww.clubman.de

BEST known for their hallmark 'BL 1000' bar-end indicators,introduced in 1996 and 1997, Achen, Germany based companyKellermann have been celebrating their 25th anniversary this year.The Kellermann indicator and the micro version that they followedit up with became the industry standard lighting accessory for manyyears, and although often imitated, they were never bettered.The company received the prestigious Red Dot Design Award in2011 (and two more in 2014), and scored a remarkable third placein Motorrad magazine's 2013 Best Brand/accessories awards.Founder Guido Kellermann has been an outspoken advocate fordefence of intellectual property and said recently "we must take astand against plagiarism toshow that we have theability to defend our ownintellectual property. Withoutprotection of ideas and theproducts that arise out ofthose ideas, our society isgoing to lose its innovationand progress.

www.kellermann-online.com

JAPANESE industrial giant Daido Kogyo is celebrating the10th anniversary of the office it set up in Italy for its DIDmotorcycle chains and rims.DID Europe Srl is based in Bologna, Italy, and sells throughleading distributors throughout Europe, including Matthiesand Langenscheidt in Germany, Ognibene and SGR in Italy,TBT and Motana in theNetherlands, Bihr andMoraco in France, Corvarand TopFunk in Spainand Duell in Sweden.Widely regarded asone of the leadingmotorcycle chainbrands, withmultiple race andchampionship wins

in their locker, DID added rimand wheel availabilitythrough its European officesome seven years ago.DID chain are OE fitment on awide range of models frommost leading manufacturersand number more than 40distributors in 30 Europeancountries in total.

www.didchain.com

30 years of LSL

25 years of KellermannAS reported elsewhere in this edition of IDN, TecmateInternational are celebrating their 20th anniversarythis season. But they are not the only aftermarketbusiness marking significant milestones at this time -congratulations are also due to Magura, LSL,Kellermann and DID, among others.

LSL's 30th AnniversaryClubman XS 650CR special

Jochen Schmitz-Linkweiler

It all took off for Kellermann in the mid1990s with the ubiquitous BL 1000 indicator

10 years of DID


DID Europe wasestablished in 2004.

Based in Bologna, Italy, Ducati is only oneof the many OEs to use DID chain.

Guido Kellermann is passionate aboutdefence of intellectual property - here

earlier this year his company assembled1,900 pieces that were clearly based onhis micro 1000 indicator and gave them

the M48 treatment!

This year Kellermannwon the latest ofseveral Red DotDesign Awards fortheir BL 2000indicator (seen here)and stylish advancedlicence plate design


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ANOTHER notable recent anniversarysaw Taiwanese motorcycle, scooterand ATV manufacturer Kymco(Kwang Yang Motor Co) celebratetheir 50th anniversary.

The company originally made partsfor Honda, and opened its first

factory and built its first completescooter in 1970.

They began marketing under theKymco brand name in 1992, and inthe 2000s became the largestscooter and motorcycle manufacturerin Taiwan and the fifth largestscooter and motorcycle manufacturerworldwide.

The company was chosen by BMWin 2008 to supply engines for theG450 X Enduro bike, and late lastyear Kawasaki announced that theirnew J300 scooter is manufactured in

partnership with Kymco. Thecompany currently employs around3,000 people and produces morethan 570,000 vehicles per yearwww.kymco.com

ONE of, if not the longest established, hard parts businesses in theinternational motorcycle industry, last year saw Magura celebratingits 90th anniversary. Their involvement in the industry started withracer and BMW senior engineer Rudolph Reich persuading GustavMagenwirth to improve the throttle control levers that BMW wasusing on its early motorcycle designs. Magura has played a significant role since then in the history ofGerman and European made motorcycles, and can lay claim tohaving invented the very first German twist grip throttle, amongother innovations.

www.magura.com

50 years of Kymco

90 years of Magura

50 years of INTERMOT and 100 years of EICMA

Finally, congratulations to Chris Leatt! It is 10 years since he sold the first Leatt neck brace in his native South Africa - a product that he started working on three years earlier, the weekend after his son started riding. www.leatt-brace.com

FRENCH helmet manufacturerROOF remains on the recoverytrail following the fire thatdestroyed their factory andwarehouse near Nice.The company has rebuilt itsoriginal facility and invested intheir own brand newmanufacturing plant, and lastyear celebrated their 20thanniversary. Back in 1993 owner anddesigner Claude Morin launchedhis original 'Roadster' helmetand since then went on tomanufacture the iconic andunique 'Boxer' and 'Boxer V8'helmet series. This year saw the companyintroduce a new model, the'Rover' and say that they have

several exciting new projects inthe pipeline for 2015. Meanwhile the company hasappointed Putoline Distributionas their UK distributor, followingthe demise some time ago ofThunderchild. John Hayden, Managing Directorof Putoline Distribution, saidthat "this is a very exciting timefor our company, and we arevery pleased to have added theROOF brand to our growingproduct range."ROOF helmets are unique andoccupy a place in the marketthat differentiates their designsfrom the mainstream andmotivates buyers who arelooking for quality andindividuality".

Ilham Mahfi, the export directorfor ROOF International, said that"we have been supplying anumber of UK dealers directlyover the last few years, and theirsuccess has made it obvious thatwe needed to find a new partnerin the UK. Putoline distributionhas a full sales team andwarehouse facility, andlogistically they are a perfectchoice for us, and together we'relooking forward to furtherdeveloping our brand on the UKmarket".

www.putoline.co.uk

ROOF helmets have new UK distributor

ROOF introduced theversatile DESMO in 2012 with aninnovative patented "Desmodromic"automatic screen mechanism

Congratulations are also due to the City of Cologne, and specificallyto the Cologne Exhibition Centre (Koelnmesse) - this year is theninth INTERMOT, but it is the 50th anniversary of the motorcycleindustry's show at Cologne.Originally called IFMA, and firststaged in the city in 1964, thisyear will see an exhibition ofindustry landmarks and some ofthe notable bikes to have beenlaunched in the city in that time,and an industry timeline, as partof a special 50th anniversarydisplay at INTERMOT.

Meanwhile, thisyear will see the72nd EICMA (the'Milan Show'), andit too celebrates anotable landmarkthis year - the100th anniversary of the first such show!There can't be many trade shows in any industry that can trace theirorigins back to 1914, and it certainly makes EICMA the oldestmotorcycle expo - what a witness to technological and socialevolution, a true case study into the social and engineering historyof the 20th century!

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New Head of Salesat ABM/WunderkindON 1st October 2014 DetlefAchterberg (44) took over as Head ofSales at ABM Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH.

"With Detlef we have acquiredsomeone who knows the marketinside out and has a lot of customerexperience. He will continue to buildour two brands ABM andWUNDERKIND and improve ourcustomer service and marketpresence," said Christian Mehlhorn,CEO of ABM Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH.

Achterberg can look back on 20years of distribution experience in thewholesale and retail trade. After his

technical training at Daimler Benz AGfollowed a 10-year stint at EurobikeAG. Recently Detlef was responsiblefo r d i s t r ibut ion a t LSLMotorradtechnik GmbH, and said "Iam looking foward to the challenge.The trend to customise is still well andalive, and ABM and WUNDERKINDoffer great scope for customisation ofbikes from Youngtimer to sportsbike

and chopper. I intend to immersemyself in sales and marketing of thequalitatively high parts andaccessories with contemporary designthat ABM and WUNDERKIND offer!”

ABM FAHRZEUGTECHNIKGmbHwww.ab-m.dewww.wunderkind-custom.com

Head of Sales at ABMand WUNDERKINDDetlef Achterberg

SBS, one of the world’s leadingmanufacturers of motorcyclebrake pads, is a supplier of bothOEM and aftermarket parts andwill be displaying its new line ofbrake pads for 2015 motocrossmodels at INTERMOT in Cologne,Germany. “We are happy to be at theINTERMOT show again,” said SBSSales Director Christel MunkPedersen. “It is important for usto show our commitment to ourdistributors and dealers fromacross the world. Naturally weare proud that our product andR&D people have been able tosecure delivery of the best brakepads for all new off-road bikes

the moment they hit the dealershowrooms.” SBS will not only be usingINTERMOT to meet with businessand race partners from all overthe world, but also to gatherdata on the 2015 street andtouring bikes which will bedebuting at the internationalevent. Allan Østli, Race and ProductManager for SBS, explained: “Wealways strive to be first with thelatest, as well as delivering thebest quality and performance ofany motorcycle brake pads. Wetest throughout the year andthen often get the final dataneeded from checking out the

new bikes launched atINTERMOT.”

SBS FRICTIONSvendborg. DENMARKTel: +45 63 21 15 15 [email protected]

ITALIAN tyre manufacturerPirelli has been confirmed byDorna as the official tyresupplier for all classes of the eniFIM Superbike WorldChampionship for the 2016-2018 seasons.Javier Alonso, WSBK ExecutiveDirector, said of the agreement:“We are glad to continue withPirelli for the next threeseasons. This renewal testifiesour excellent relationship withthe company, a partnership formore than a decade that hasalways been strong with boththe International MotorcyclingFederation and the promoterand organiser of the series, andis clear evidence of Pirelli'songoing and constant ability toinnovate and to offer products

at the forefront of technology.”Talking about the importance ofthe contract to Pirelli, UbertoThun-Hohenstein, Senior VP ofPirelli’s Business Unit Moto,said: "Pirelli is proud of thisconfirmation as official tyre

supplier for the topChampionship for productionderived motorcycles. It is apartnership that has lastedsuccessfully for over a decadethanks to the constantcommitment and well-finished

service of our racing team thatgoes to the track everyweekend to support the teamsand the riders. The quality ofour tyres is appreciated not onlyby the riders but by manymotorcyclists all over the worldwho, thanks to the participationof Pirelli in this championship,have been able to rely oneveryday more high performingproducts. These are all keyelements that have certainlyinfluenced in a positive way thechoice of Dorna to select usonce more as official suppliertill 2018".

PIRELLI TYRE SPAMilano, ITALYTel: +39 02 6442 5684www.pirelli.com

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SBS race and product manager AllanOstli said that "we always strive tobe first with the latest fitments aswell as delivering the best qualityand performance. Our raceinvolvement throughout the yearhelps us make sure that the streetand offroad pads our dealers canoffer their customers are the bestthat they can be".

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CONGRATULATIONS to Tecmate,the battery charging andmaintenance specialist, who, ina market defined by massivechanges in technology, entersthis season's major showscelebrating its 20th anniversary.Indeed, it was the evolution of

battery technology that gave thecompany its start in 1994. Firmlygrounded in engineering solutions,research and design, Martin Human,who is now CEO of the multi-nationalcompany, was behind the engineeringideas that lead to the development ofthe first and what has since gone onto become the industry-standardBatteryMate, the first Lead-Acidbattery workshop testing, recoveryand charging tool.Quickly followed by the widely

acclaimed OptiMate concept, it wasthe then new generation ofmaintenance-free batteries that gave

the company the opportunity torevolutionise the way that motorcycledealers and riders could optimise thepower output, reliability and durabilitythat was now becoming available tothem.The company has since gone on to

develop several very successfulelectronic diagnostic tools, includingthe popular VacuumMate, whichfacilitates the synchronising ofmultiple-carburettor engines.However, in an industry where

standing still is not an option, recentlyTecMate has led the field in continuingto embrace the rapid development inthe battery industry, listing the firstCAN-bus compatible chargers, the firstautomatic current charger (able tohandle any battery between 3Ah and240 Ah automatically), the firstdedicated Lithium charger, and thefirst automatic 6V/12V charger amongtheir innovations.Speaking to IDN before INTERMOT,

Martin Human told us "We are notstopping there. It is our past successesthat have brought us marketleadership, but our dealers and theircustomers rely on us to stay ahead ofthe curve in terms of the technologyand opportunities that are evolving.We are still developing new solutionsand tailored accessories such asweather-protected battery leads topowerful and safe USB chargers, rightthrough to several new products thatwill be revealed at INTERMOT andunveiled by our distributors in thecoming weeks".Still owned by its founders, Martin

Human went on to say thatTecmate "has proven itself tobe an established, solid partnerthat is dedicated to the industry andworking at the leading edge of batterytechnology".

www.tecmate-int.com

It all started with BatteryMate,which has now gone on to

become the industry-standardlead-acid battery workshop

testing, recovery and charging tool

Among a large number of innovative products thatTecMate is bringing to the market, the USB Charger(O-100) protects the vehicle's battery fromdischarging

This year's new microprocessor-controlled Optimate 3 is 33 percentmore powerful, available in single,dual and 4-bank configurations,rated from 2Ah to 24Ah capacity,features automaticdesulphation, has afully automatic 5-stageprogrammecontrol and comeswith a 3 yearwarranty.

TecMate CEO and CTO Martin Humansays "Tecmate has proven itself tobe an established, solid partner thatis dedicated to the industry andworking at the leading edge ofbattery technology"

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EBR partners with Le Mans for OEM parts distributionERIK Buell Racing (EBR) has announcedthat it has selected Parts Unlimited ofMadison, Wisconsin, and Parts Europe ofKonz, near Trier, in Germany as itsdistribution partnersfor all EBR spare parts, with thedistributor handling order processingand parts fulfilment for EBR’s dealernetwork.“We selected the LeMans Group as ourdistribution partner because of theirhighly automated operations,strategically located warehouses andexisting relationships with so many ofour dealers. They share our customersatisfaction focus and have a reputationfor providing a fast and friendly service

in support of the highest qualityproducts."We simply want to make parts orderingand stocking as efficient as possible forour dealer network, and ensure that therider has the industry’s best possiblesupport team”, said Erik Buell.“This relationship is a new chapter forour business as we are now expandingour business model to support OEMs. Weare excited that EBR recognises ourmarket value and we look forward to ournew relationship”, said Fred Fox,Chairman of LeMans.

ERIK BUELL RACINGwww.erikbuellracing.com

AIMExpo secures OE backing THIS year's second annual AIMExpo,Orlando, October 16th - 19th, hasquickly established itself as thepremier mainstream show for dealersand consumers.Now slated for four days, the showhas now passed the 400 exhibitormark with the addition of SHOEIHelmets.Last year the response to the firstannual AIMExpo was generallypositive with the fall timing andsunbelt venue finding favor with anexhibitor community that was lookingfor a fresh approach to the range ofpowersports industry expoopportunities that were available tothem.One of the critical features was thatthe show was a venue for motorcycle manufacturers to be able to replicate

the new model introductionopportunities that they have longbeen accustomed to in Europe atevents such as INTERMOT (Cologne)

and EICMA (Milan). The show was launched and isheaded up by Larry Little (former MICChairman and Cycle World publisher)and Mike Webster (ex-Advanstar

Communications, managinginternational motorcycle shows,Dealer Expo and Dealernewsmagazine) for Marketplace Events, awell established trade show organiser.Having responded to exhibitorfeedback by reducing the showduration by a day, the show offerstrade and media preview days onOctober 16-17 with consumerattendance on 18-19. Dealers canregister to attend AIMExpo for free.The OE community is now embracingthe show with Yamaha, Suzuki,Kawasaki, Kymco, Zero Motorcycles,Massimo Motors and Erik BuellRacing among those confirmed so far.Media partner Powersports Business ispowering dealer promotion of theevent and again operating itsPowersports Business Institute (PSBI)at AIMExpo.Road racing legend Kevin Schwantz isnamed "AIMExpo Champion", andthe AMA is to stage its annualNational Convention and Hall of Fameinduction ceremony at the event thatit is now endorsing as "the premiermotorcycle trade and consumer eventin North America."

www.aimexpousa.com

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POLARIS, the parent company of bothVictory Motorcycles and IndianMotorcycles, is celebrating its 60thanniversary by releasing details of anew vehicle. The company isdescribing its new Slingshot as athree-wheel roadster.“Slingshot was designed to deliverhead turning exhilaration on twodimensions”, said Mike Jonikas, VP ofSlingshot. “First is the exhilarationthat you can see, hear and feel whileriding in Slingshot. Second is theexhilaration you feel when peopleturn their heads to stare at Slingshot’sunique and exotic styling”.The Slingshot has two wheels at thefront, behind which is side-by-sideopen air seating for two. TheSlingshot is powered by a 2.4-liter,dual overhead cam engine and a five-speed manual transmission, all ofwhich is carried in a steel spaceframethat is matched to an aluminiumswingarm, with final drive being via acarbon fibre reinforced belt.Drawing on its motorcycle heritage,Polaris has equipped the Slingshot

with electronic stability and tractioncontrol, three-wheel anti-lock discbrakes, and LED taillights, while fromits ATV range is has taken key safetyfeatures such as forged aluminiumroll hoops and three-point seat belts.Polaris will be offering two versions ofthe Slingshot; the base modelfeatures titanium metallic paint, 17inalloy wheels upfront, and an 18inwheel in the rear. The premium model

called Slingshot SL features red pearlpaint, larger 18in forged aluminiumwheels upfront and a 20in wheel inthe rear, and a blade windscreen forwind protection. It also features a

media console with a 4.3in LCDscreen, backup camera, Bluetoothintegration and a six-speaker audiosystem. www.polarisslingshot.com

Slingshot three-wheeler announced by Polaris

Progressive International Motorcycle ShowsADVANSTAR Communications hasconfirmed the schedule for this winter'sProgressive International MotorcycleShow Series.The programme kicks off at the end

of October in Northern California,before taking in Arizona, SouthernCalifornia and Seattle, before headingeast to New York. Then, afterChristmas, being staged in WashingtonDC, Miami, Dallas, Cleveland,Minneapolis and finishing up in Chicagoin mid February.The series will again feature the J&P

Cycles sponsored Ultimate BuilderCustom Bike Show Series.www.motorcycleshows.com

October 31 - November 2San Mateo, California

November 7 - 9Scottsdale, Arizona

November 21 - 23Long Beach, California

December 12 - 14New Yourk City

January 9 - 11 2015Washington DC

January 16 - 18Miami, Florida

January 23 - 25Dallas, Texas

January 30 - February 1Cleveland, Ohio

February 6 - 8Minneapolis, Minnesota

February 13 - 15Chicago, Illinois

THE FULL SCHEDULE IS ...

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GIVI - 20 YEARS OF LOOKING EAST

AUGUST this year saw thecompany also celebrate the20th anniversary of its Asiaoffice, in Kuala Lumpur,Malaysia, the regional

headquarters for GIVI’s operationsthroughout Asia, where they manage anetwork of over 20 independentdistributors in Vietnam, Indonesia, Japan,Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong and Thailand.

The company was established in KualaLumpur in 1994 to distribute GIVImotorcycle accessories, and startedmanufacturing motorcycle top cases andhelmets for local and export markets at amanufacturing plant in Bukit Beruntung in1997 for both local and export markets. In 2005 GIVI Asia expanded itsmanufacturing operations to Vietnam,catering for the 16 million strong bikepopulation there. GIVI Asia's manufacturingoperation currently exports to SouthAmerica, Europe and Asia Pacific markets.Givi Asia Managing Director, Mr. On HaiSwee’s "managing style and dynamiccollaboration" with GIVI OverseasOperational Manager, Mr. Joseph A. Perucca,"has enabled the company to thrive as GIVIAsia combines the Italian spirit and anentrepreneurial style of business with theneeds and cultural differences of the Asian

markets", according to Hendrika Visenzi,Givi's CP and Head of Marketing, anddaughter of founder Giuspeppe Visenzi."What is more, we have done so withoutcompromising the ethos of the company,which has always been quality andreliability".

In the 20 years since the company openedin Asia, GIVI has become a householdname and today is one of the most

recognised Italian brands in Malaysia,boosting a strong 400 plus dealer network,building a presence in every Asian country.“Present in over 60 countries, GIVI is amongthe top brands in the world of motorcycleaccessories, and one of the largestmanufacturers today. In 2007, GIVI Asia was

Last year GIVI celebrated its 35th anniversary at a large internationalevent the company staged in Venice, Italy, having been founded by ownerGiuseppe Visenzi in 1978. "Looking ahead and looking for internationalbusiness" has been GIVI’s motto during the financial crisis, a philosophythat has served them well during the last few years


Mr. On’s Family - Left to Right: Daughter of Mr. On Hai Swee, Daughter of Mr. On Hai Swee, Mrs. On Hai Swee (Wife of ManagingDirector of GIVI Asia), Mrs. On Thiam Chai (Wife of GIVI Asia Chairman), Mr. On Thiam Chai (Chairmanof GIVI Asia), Mr. On Hai Swee (Managing Director of GIVI Asia),Son of Mr. On Hai Swee

Ms. Maddalena Bodei (VIP Guest from GIVIItaly), Ms. Hendrika Visenzi (MarketingDirector of GIVI Group & VIP Guest fromGIVI Italy) & Mr. Joseph Perucca (OverseasOperational Manager)

among the top 20 companies to be givenEnterprise 50 Awards, followed by theBrandLaureate Awards for Best inMotorcycle Accessory brand in 2009-2010.GIVI Asia also received the BrandLaureateSME (Small and Medium Enterprise) BestBrand Award in 2012 as the Most PreferredBrand in the category of Automotive –Motorcycle Accessories. "GIVI Asia is alsocertified as an ISO 9001:2008 compliantcompany“, said Mr. Joseph Perucca,Overseas Operational Manager.To mark the 20th anniversary of GIVI Asia,the company introduced a collection of over30 new innovations to the Asian market,including the new E250 Wildcat top case,the Prime Range for accomplished riders,the Comfort Range of smart and technicalgear, the practical and user-friendly RiderTech Range and new flip-up, full-face and jethelmets.

“In Asia you often find items listed as fit-all'free size'. This is all well and good when itcomes to purchasing cheap clothing/fashionaccessories, but for anything else whichplays part in ensuring safety and protection,such as helmets, it is absolutely crucial thatyou buy the best fit for you. You can’t affordto compromise when it comes tosafeguarding your life. Our hope is to makea positive change in the biking communityin Asia by increasing safety awareness. Wedo not all have the same size head – hence,one size does not fit all!” stated Mr.Perucca.

New products for this season’s showsinclude the new GIVI Trekker Outbacktop case, which completes the classic

3-set luggage line-up, in addition to theOutback side cases, which were launchedlast year. Just like the side cases, they comein two different sizes (42 and 58 litres, silver

or black finish) and can accommodate oneor two full-face helmets. This sturdy topcase has a 1.5 mm thick aluminiumstructure, reinforced internally andexternally, and technopolymer corners andtrims and is further strengthened by

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stainless steel rivets with O-rings. The lidalso has a seal and Givi's Security LockSystem, with a double clasp closure andanti-dust caps. The top case is compatiblewith all GIVI Monokey anchor plates.Givi's waterproof luggage range has beenextended with a 30L capacity roll-bag, a 25Lcapacity horizontal bag and a saddlebagwith 20L capacity, all made fromguaranteed 100% waterproof 500D PVC,with fluorescent and reflective inserts.New in GIVI’s Kappa brand, which is aimedat younger riders (bought by GIVI in 1991),is a black leather line of custom cruiserstyle saddlebags, and a new demi-jethelmet with integrated sun visor.The new autumn/winter 2014/15 range ofHEVIK motorcycle clothing and accessories(first launched last year at EICMA), includesultra-light parka rain jackets and trousers(or rain suit), made from Denier 70, and now

waterproof for 3,000 mm of rain (up from2,000 mm). The Hevik line now also includesa demi-jet helmet and a shoe protector forthe urban rider.“In the future we will aim to also extendthe GIVI brand into leisure luggage”, saysHendrika Visenzi.

For the first time this year GIVI held a bikerevent in June at Folgari in the Trento regionof Italy with a varied programme for riders,and for staying in contact with the bikingcommunity and their market, GIVI uses theirwebsite, where bikers can configure theirbike and also submit new design ideas toGIVI, plus via a new Blog and social networksites, in addition to sponsoring MotoGPriders.

GIVI SrlFlero (BS), [email protected]

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City One urban jetTHE City One urban jet thermoplastic helmet has beendeveloped by Airoh to meet the needs of city riders who wanta multi-purpose use helmet.

The helmet comes in two outer shell sizes for maximumcomfort and the adjustable top air vents and rear extractorsallow for efficient inside circulation. City One is equipped witha long protective visor for safety and also has a retractable sunscreen visor that can easily be hand-operated.

The inner lining has been ergonomically designed to becompletely removable, is washable and hypoallergenic, withmoisture-managing net inserts. Closure is by quick releasestrap and micrometric adjustment.

AIROH/LOCATELLI SpAAlmenno San Bartolomeo (BG), ITALYTel. +39 035 [email protected]

Indicators withposition lightsKELLERMANN has developed a line of indicators thatincorporate LED position lights to increase ridersafety by making the motorcycle more visible. Kellermann claims its position lights are one of thestrongest in the market and a real alternative todaytime headlights. It is offering three LED indicatorswith position lights; the established BL 1000 PL andthe micro 1000 PL and micro rhombus PL. All indicators and position lightoptions are available in black andchrome.

KELLERMANNAachen, GERMANYTel: +49 (0)241 938 080 [email protected]

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ABM levers and ‘barsABM is catering for the naked and streetfighter markets withthe introduction of its line of Type 0230 handlebars. Theanodised aluminium ‘bars, which are manufactured inGermany, feature a 5mm wall thickness and are TÜV approved.

In addition to the handlebars, the company is also offeringSynto Evo adjustable levers. The CNC machined levers are six-way adjustable. At the tip of the lever the end can be changedbetween Sport and Racing fittings. The Sport tip is 2cm shorterand the Racing approximately 4cm longer than stock, and both

options are slotted for improvedaerodynamics and less wind resistance.

ABM FAHRZEUGTECHNIK GmbHBreisach, GERMANYTel: +49 (0)7667 9446 0 [email protected]

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New Ducaticlutch kitsSURFLEX has launched two new clutchdisc kits to suit the 899 Panigalina and1199 Panigale.

The two new ki ts areinterchangeable with the originalones, and are said to transmit theengine’s power without losing fluidityor modulation. They are composed ofeleven friction discs with an aluminiumcore and ten steel middle discs. Thecoverage of friction discs, made of acarbon material mix, is designed tomeet the needs of very powerfulengines. The specific friction material

for Ducati engines presents anexcellent resistance to hightemperatures and supports prolongeduse without losing efficiency.

SURFLEX Tradate (VA), ITALYTel: +39 0331-811795 [email protected]

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Meteorit andMeteorina jacketsRUKKA has released two new jackets;the men’s Meteorit and women’sMeteorina. The jackets have skin-friendly Neoprene collars andremovable storm collars made ofelastic Gore-Tex material. Gore-Texalso supplies the water- and windproofand breathable membrane betweenthe inner linings and the outer shells ofthe jackets. A removable thermal liningreflects warmth back inside, whilevents with two-way zippers on thesides provide cooling.

Both jackets offer the protection ofabrasion resistant Cordura 500, withhigh impact exposed areas covered indual layers. Further protection alsocomes through the use of CE certifiedRukka D3O Air protectors at the backand joints.

L-FASHION GROUP OYLahti, FINLANDTel: +358 (0)3 822 111 [email protected]

Honda CB650Fbelly pan

POWERBRONZE says its bellypan for the 2014 Honda CB650Fnot only reduces air drag, butalso protects the enginecomponents from stones andother debris that can be thrownup from the road. The belly pan is made from highimpact ABS plastic and hasGerman TÜV Type approval. It isavailable in black, white orcarbon look, with gold or silvercoloured mesh vents.

POWERBRONZELittlehampton, West Sussex, UKTel: +44 (0)1903 783222 [email protected]

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NEXX Helmets say that their new NEXX X.T1 is "abreakthrough in sport-touring helmets as the tear-shaped X.T1 is all about intelligent shell designwhere aerodynamics come into play".

Designed to help improve riding posture of touringbike riders, the X.T1 shell is moulded at the front andback, and the company say that unlike most touringhelmets it is also ergonomically shaped on the sidesand top, with a shell-integrated spoiler at the rearthat eliminates upward lift and reduces drag duringhigh-speed riding.

The helmet is equipped with a three-position largeupper vent shutter with dual intake, that has beendesigned for ease of operation with gloved hands,and features dual side and rear exhaust vents.

The X.T1 shield is said to provide a real panoramicfield of vision and has a built-in sun shield. The visoris prepared for the use of a Pinlock fog-free lens, andthe company claims the X-SWIFT Quick Release visormechanism can be changed in less than 8 secondswithout the need for any tool.

The company goes on to say that "the Recoil VisorSystem with its spring-loaded base plates controlnoise and pull the shield back against the dual-lipwindow beading. A Block'N'Seal system withautomatic closure spring button ensures a smoothwind and waterproof seal".

The shell is made in lightweight tri-composite(fiberglass, carbon and Kevlar) and is equipped toaccommodate the NEXX Helmets X-COM System,developed in cooperation with well-knownBluetooth specialist SENA.

Newly designed 3D formed pads includeremovable cheek pads with an emergency strap, asystem that allows an easy and quick release. All theinterior parts are made in CoolMax and areremovable, skin friendly (anti-allergenic and anti-bacterialproperties) and washable.

Three shell sizes come withNEXX Ergo Padding System - afoam replacement kit thatallows the rider to personalisethe helmet for a custom fit.

NEXXPROAmoreira da Gandara,Anadia, PORTUGALTel: +351 231 596 860 [email protected]

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Trials inspired mountainhybrid off-road tyreMOTOZ has launched a new tyre – theMountain Hybrid – which it describesas having the traction characteristicsof a trials tyre with the dimensions of aserious off-road enduro tyre.The Mountain Hybrid tyre has beendeveloped for use by riders who rideenduro bikes in conditions that come closeto trials riding where they want to maintainthe bike’s handling characteristics. Motozsays of the new design that it, “climbs like atrials tyre, but handles corners, creekcrossings, some mud, sand and rocks like aregular DOT approved off-road tyre due toits construction like a trials tyre, but withreinforced sidewalls to allow lower inflationpressure when riding in off-road andmountain conditions.”The design of the Mountain Hybrid tyreincludes a flexible tread concave and locksystem, to give increased traction whileavoiding punctures at low inflationpressures, and a unique tread design thatlooks like a trials tyre, but has large and talltread blocks like those normally found on a

regularoff-roadendurotyre, witheach treadblock havingdeep sypes forextra trials-like grip.

MOTOZ PTY LTDBrookvale, New South Wales, AUSTRALIATel: +61 (0)2 9905 5155 [email protected]



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Andreani off-road piston kitANDREANI Group has designed a new concept forits latest piston kit that allows users to replace theoriginal piston in Showa, Kayaba, White Power andSachs shocks. The company says the piston kit has been created

to radically improve the feeling and performances ofmotocross, enduro and Supermotard machines,ensuring more traction and easier control of the bikeduring breaks and on fast sections. The kit includes a 50mm diameter piston with 25

micron treatment furnished with an exclusive oil flowdesign, a Teflon band designed to resist hightemperatures and a shim set to tune the kit to therider’s style and weight.

ANDREANI GROUPPesaro (PU), ITALYTel: +39 0721 [email protected]


Evolution TJ 2.09 jacketsEVOLUTION Motorsport has expanded its line ofDutch designed motorcycle clothing with theintroduction of the Evolution line, which includesthe TJ2.09 jackets. A key factor of the Evolution range of clothing isthat it is not limited to standard sizing but offersspecific women’s and men’s fit, long and shortsizing and even different cuts for all of itsleathers as well as in its waterproof andbreathable textile clothing. The TJ 2.09 is a 3-in-1 jacket concept made up ofa 500 Hidura outer jacket with CE approvedshoulder, elbow and back protectors and two

waterproof external pockets, awaterproof and breathable removableinner jacket with a waterproof documentpocket, and a removable insulating layer.

EVOLUTION MOTORSPORT BVRidderkerk, NETHERLANDSTel: +31 (0)180 463242 [email protected]

Magura HC3 master cylinder withHard Core Technology


MAGURA has developed its new HC3 mastercylinder, which features its patented Hard CoreTechnology (HCT) for reduced internal friction andimproved brake performance and feel, with racingand high performance road bikes as its target custombuild audience.The HC3 can be used with all hydraulic motorcycle

braking systems, and is also compatible with ABSsystems: a slotted piston and stationary primarypiston seal is used to provide faster pressure balancein the event of 'ABS kickback'.The 90-degree full-radial design, where the push-

rod and cylinder sit at a right angle to the handlebar,is said to give more direct feeling for improvedcontrol. The three-way adjustable lever ratio mimicsthe effect of using a piston size 1mm below or abovethe selected hydraulic ratio; removing andrepositioning the lever support bolt softens orhardens the pressure point.The lever blade folds in the event of an accident,

reducing the risk of damage to the master cylinderand increasing the possibility of being able to operatethe brake normally after a fall, and advanced X-Ringtechnology is said to prevent the introduction of airthrough secondary seal ingress, which is a commonproblem on racing motorcycles.Supplied with an external reservoir and mounting

bracket the HC3 is available in 12, 15 and 18mm

brake variants and 12 and 15mm clutch versions. Itis supplied with a pre-installed switch for brake andclutch activation. The clamp retaining bolts aretitanium for reduced weight

MAGURABad Urach, GERMANYTel: +49 (0)7125 153 262 [email protected]

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http://www.stylmartin.it

http://www.leovince.com

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CNC Racing handlebarsCNC Racing has introduced a line of handlebars

for use on Naked bikes, which it says it producesusing a superior quality manufacturing process.

The aluminium ‘bars, which are finished in a rangeof anodised colours, are available in a selection ofsizes. There is a 22mm constant diameter bar that is720mm wide, has 45mm of rise and 23 degrees ofsweep. In variable diameter styles there are threeoptions, all with 29mm centre sections and 22mmcontrol sections. There are two handlebars that are

720mm wide; one has 72 degrees of sweep and30mm of rise, while the other has 50mm of rise and25 degrees of sweep. The final option is the 756mmwide, 15mm high bar with 20 degrees of sweep.

CNC RACING Arezzo, ITALY Tel: +39 0575 [email protected]

Stella T-GP Plus Rtextile jacket andS-MX 3 bootTHE Stella T-GP Plus R textile jacket is constructedfrom a highly durable and abrasion resistant450/600 Denier poly-fabric main shell featuringzippered air intake to provide ventilation. It has aconvenient full circumference waist zipper to allowfor a safe and secure attachment to Alpinestarspants.,

Strategically positioned zippered air intakes onupper sleeves provide adjustable levels of ventilationalong with removable interior thermal full-sleevejacket lining with pockets. Full mesh lining boostsgarment's all-round airflow capabilities andbreathability.

Lightweight CE certified Bio Armor elbow andshoulder protectors give the jacket a sleek fit and allprotectors are perforated and securely housed inmesh compartments to significantly increase thejacket's air flow performance.

It has a sporty fit with pre-curved sleeveconstruction for reduced fatigue and accordionmicrofibre stretch inserts on shoulders for a flex fit.Lower rear profile design offers lumbar coverage andprevents the jacket from riding up over pants.

The S-MX 3 lightweight, CE certified boot hasclean and contemporary design lines, advancedanatomic profiling and excellent comfort features,according to the company.

Conceived by Alpinestars' performance footweardepartment to incorporate an innovative buckleclosure system which makes for a lighter, ergonomicboot that securely fastens across the instep via asingle pump-ratchet micro closure buckle.

Alpinestars say that their exclusive compoundrubber sole promotes improved feel and grip, waterdispersion and durability. Breathable textile interiorlining features anti-sliding suede reinforcement onthe heel area to help keep the foot in position whileriding.

ALPINESTARSAsolo, ITALYTel. +39 0423 [email protected]

Puig productsfor R nineT

PUIG is now able to offer both a rearhugger and a screen for BMW’s recentlylaunched RnineT. Puig’s Naked screen includes specifichardware designed for the bike, whichmeans no modifications are necessary to fitthe screen. The screen is available with acarbon look or black surround and a rangeof screen colours. The rear hugger made by Puig for theRnineT is manufactured from ABS plasticand aluminium, designed to protect theundertail area and suspension from rain,dust, and rocks. The plastic section isavailable in matt black or carbon look. It issupplied with instructions and does notrequire any modifications to the bike to fit it.

PUIGBarcelona, SPAINTel: +34 938 [email protected]


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ECON wheel chock

GERMAN engineering company ECONsays it has a new solution for an oldproblem, an automatic wheel holderfor lifts, transporters or for use onworkshop floors. When working on alift, the front steel piece can beremoved, so that the front wheel canbe taken out from the front, and thewheel holder is adjustable for wheelsfrom 8in to 27in diameter.Safe bike transport is ensured in atrailer or van using a C-rail on whichseveral wheel holders can be used. Thedistance to the wheel holders can beadjusted seamlessly, and for placing a

bike on even ground the same applies.In the supplied C-rail the eyelets canbe inserted and mounted, so the bikecannot fall over.The automatic wheel holder issupplied in three different versions, forlifts (wheel holder withoutaccessories), for flooruse with a 1m long C-rail and two eyelets,and for use in a traileror van with a 2m longC-rail and eyelets.

ECONWERKSTATTAUSRUESTUNGDernbach, GERMANYTel. +49 (0)2689 928747Fax +49 (0)2689 [email protected]

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ZANDONÀ’S Shark Armour is aback protector that incorporatesa chest protector, and is fully CEapproved according to EN1621-2/03. The back protector element is ahigh-technology deformablestructure said to guarantee highshock absorption levels and iscomposed of splinter-proofplastic materials and E.V.C.(Evoluted Viscoelastic Cells), aninnovative waterproof anti-shockmaterial with highperformance/weight/thicknessratio. The plates that make up theprotector are joined to a drop awire system that distribute anyimpact throughout the wholeprotection surface. The breastbone/chest protector

performs a high level of impactenergy dispersion and absorptiondue to being developed using thesame technology as the backprotectors. The chest protector isCE approved according to EN-1621-2/03 and the back protectoris CE approved according to EN-1621-2/03 – Lev2

ZANDONÀCaerano di San Marco, ITALYTel: +39 0423 569135 [email protected]

Zandonà Shark Armour


http://www.hevik.com

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R nineT upgrades fromWunderlichWUNDERLICH has gathered together a range ofparts from Swedish suspension specialist Öhlins thatare designed for use on BMW’s R nineT.

For the R nineT front end, Wunderlich is offeringthe choice of completely replacing the stock forkswith Öhlins FGRT 216 forks, or replacement forkcartridges. The replacement cartridges are theadjustable Öhlins’ Road & Track 30mm cartridge kits.

Front end options continue with the offer of anÖhlins steering damper to replace the OEM piece.

At the rear of the R nineT, Wunderlich is able tooffer a fully adjustable Öhlins shock.

WUNDERLICH GMBH Sinzig-Gewerbepark, GERMANY Phone: +49 (0) 2642 9798-74 [email protected] www.wunderlich.de

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TSUBAKI has now introduced its line ofAlpha final drive chains. These new chainsare the result of over 40 years of constantproduct development which has seen thecompany develop chain technology from thestandard ASA 50/60 series to the first sealedO-ring series in the late ‘70 to the currentpremium TX4-ring chains series.A part of that series of chains is the AlphaXRG Series, a third generation productdeveloped to meet the demand of OE-engineers for a light running, long lastingchain with high tensile strength, for highperforming machines. Technology integratedinto the chain includes TX4 seal rings tokeep lubricants in and dirt out of the innerparts.The chain, which features distinctive goldcoloured link plates, is available in threesizes; 520 for engines producing up to120hp, 525 for engines up to 135hp, and forengines of 150hp the 530.The second Alpha Series chain to benefitfrom the TX4-seal rings and life-timelubrication of inner parts is the XRS, whichis said to offer long lasting performancewith low maintenance.It is available in the same size/hp options asthe Alpha XRG Series, and there is also the428 size for engines producing up to 80hp.

TSUBAKIMOTO EUROPE B.V.Dordrecht, NETHERLANDSTel: +31 (0)78 [email protected]

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OFF-ROAD and on-highway riding gear specialistSchampa has come up with what owner anddesigner Andy Myers describes as "the nextgeneration in rider face-wear".

His Patent Pending "FaceFit" system takes theclassic face-mask scarf and adds ergonomics andtechnology to how it fits. A flexible, lightweight,adjustable Neoprene internal reinforcer that"remembers" the fit contours of the face allowsthe rider simply to press the scarf to create amolded fit that massively improves the seal aroundthe nose and mouth to protect against wind, dust,pollution, sand and all the other airborne hazardsof riding.

Andy says that "when used in conjunction witheye-wear the effect it has on the breath even helps

reduce fogging. I made some of these for myself,and have been doing tens of thousands of mileswith them. Then I figured, well, if it works for me,it could work for everyone!"

SCHAMPAChandler, Arizona, USATel: 480 899 [email protected]

Schampa "FaceFit"



New Alphaseries Tsubakidrive-chain

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Fehling optionsfor XV 950 RYAMAHA’S factory Bobber, the XV 950 R, is the latestmotorcycle to benefit from the experience of Fehlingand its extensive range of luggage and protectionoptions.

Fehling’s range of products for the XV 950 Rincludes its one-piece protection guard that mountsto the frame’s downtubes. Made from 38mm tubing,it offers protection to the engine cases.

Higher up at the front Fehling is offering amounting bar for additional spotlights. If the bar isused, the stock turn signal lights need to be replacedwith aftermarket units.

Moving to the rear of the bike, the Fehling luggagerange for the XV 950 R provides a baggage holder.The tubular rails can be used to help support throw-over style soft panniers.

Fehling’s range of rear racks for the XV 950 R ismade up of its tubular rear rack that mounts on therear mudguard above the taillight when the pillionpad is installed, a solo rack that mounts in the spacebetween the rider’s seat and therear light, and the sheet metalsolo rack that mounts in the samelocation. There are also two racksthat have integrated sissybars.One version has a sissybar andpad for the driver and the secondis for when the pillion pad is inplace.

ERNST FEHLING GMBH & COWickede (Ruhr), GERMANYTel: +49 (0)2377 2033 [email protected]

Fehling’s protection guard is mad from one pieceof 38mm tubing

Soft panniers can easily be used on the YamahaXV 950 R with the baggage holder rails

A sissy bar is available for the driver with anintegrated rack

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Falco women'ssneakers lineFOLLOWING the success of their men'sriding shoes, Falco have released Kamila, anew sneaker range for women.Made for women who ride for urbancommuting or short range trips and need acomfortable shoe when walking, Kamila iscomparable to a classic ankle-top sneaker,but with all the requirements for comfortand safety typical of a more technicalmotorcycle boot.Kamila features a waterproof innermembrane and ankle reinforcements; thesole is made of double compound rubber.The lining is a "High-tex" membrane, andprotection is also provided by toe and heelreinforcement.

GIANNI FALCO S.r.l.Caselle di Altivole (TV), ITALYTel. +39 0423 [email protected]

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http://www.spectro-oils.com

http://www.optimate1.com

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SW-MOTECH has expanded its range of parts forthe Yamaha MT-07 to include protection pieces likeframe slider kit, front axle slider, front spoiler, Kobrahandguard kit and the BBStorm handguard kit.Luggage options include a selection of tailbags:Speedpack, Racepack, Rearbag, Rackpack,Cargobag and Slipstream. On-bike navigation parts include a Universal GPS

mount kit NAVi Bag, Universal GPS mount kit ball,Universal GPS mount kit NAVi Bag 5in, and UniversalGPS mount kit RAM. SW-Motech also has the Alu-Rack carrier system available for the MT-07. The line of parts for the MT-07 will be further

developed with a radiator guard, a seat rack and aclutch cover guard available soon.These products are joining a parts selection that

already features handlebar mounting kits, gear leversand footrest kits, mirror extensions, crash bars andengine guards, fog and off-road lights. The companyalso produces systems for bar positioning andvibration dampening. SW-Motech has also expanded its line of parts for

the BMW R 1200 GS LC with the introduction ofstainless steel upper crash bars. These new bars havebeen designed to match the manufacturer’s originalcrash guard and mount on existing anchor points onthe bike’s frame.Made from 21.3mm diameter tubing with a wall

thickness of 2.4mm, the bars have an electro-polished and blasted surface. For use together withthe protective bars SW-Motech also offers a pair ofmounts for Hawk fog lights.

SW-MOTECHRauschenberg, GERMANYTel: +49 (0)6425 820280 [email protected]

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Forcefield debuts 2015 bodyarmour Moto CollectionFORCEFIELD Body Armour will debut its2015 Moto Collection at INTERMOT. The newrange includes updates to the multi-awardwinning Pro Shirt, an all-new upper bodyprotector, the EX-K Harness and thespecialist Contakt riding shorts.The updated Pro Shirt X-V now features aside zip to allow for a full CE approvedchest protector and it also gains new EvoVent Zones for added breathability. Analternative for upper body protection is theEX-K Harness, which is CE approved and hasmultiple adjustment points and a neckbrace location point. Protection of the lower half of the rider’s

body is taken care of by the Contakt eight-panel construction shorts that feature CEapproved armour. Graph Limb tubes from Forcefield arelightweight CE approved compression styleknee and elbow protectors with removablearmour in a breathable, abrasion resistantshell.

FORCEFIELD BODY ARMOURRushden, Northants, UKTel: +44 (0)1933 [email protected]

Contaktridingshorts

EX-K Harness

ProShirt X-V EXHIBITOR7 F038


SW-Motech equips Yamaha and BMW

Graph Limb tube



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Spencer HPmotorcyclejeansNEW in the IXON brand line-up for 2015 are thesefirst fully certified jeans from the Frenchmanufacturer.

The exclusive fabric, called Twillguard, is a wovendenim-polyester, extremely resistant yet light, thatmeets CE certification requirements. The shape is pre-formed to adapt perfectly to different ridingpositions, while Morpho Concept Technology willallow the jeans to adjust to any morphology on threelevels: hem length, knee and waist protection.

IXON/ACCESS EQUIP MOTOS FRANCEMacon Loché, FRANCETel. +33 (0)3 85 32 95 [email protected]

New Superduke parts and accessories GILLES Tooling has introduced a range of accessoriesthat have been designed for the KTM 1290Superduke and Superduke R motorcycles.

The range of parts includes the VCR-KT03rearsets, which Gilles Tooling claims set a newbenchmark in terms of footpeg grips and theiradjustability for the Superduke. This version of thecompany’s existing VCR38GT rearsets providesstepless adjustability of the footpegs, and the brakelever can be positioned by an eccentric adjuster. Thisversion is also being made available in black andorange to match the KTM, as well as the more usualblack and gold finishes.

Gilles Tooling has also expanded its range of GTA

axle protectors with a black and orange version tomatch the rearsets and KTM colourway.

Completing the range of parts for these KTMmodels are Gilles Tooling’s GTO handlebars, Factor-X line and X-treme GT2 lever lines and LG.GThandlebar weights.

GILLES TOOLINGWecker, LUXEMBOURGTel: +352 267 893 [email protected]

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Tesla heatedwinter glovesUNDER new management, Orina BW GmbH will nowconcentrate on sports gloves, the core product thathas made the Orina brand known worldwide since1982. The new collection focuses on motorcyclegloves with many different features and designs.

For winter Orina has developed their Tesla heatedgloves, which provide riders with a new micro-carbonfibre heating system that is rust-proof and flexible.The special carbon fibre also ensures fast and equaldistribution of infrared heat on the cuff in addition tothe fingers, with no waiting period. The system hasthree heat levels that range from 40 deg C to 60 degC. The energy source is a rechargeable 12V Lithiumbattery (sold separately), which can last up to 240minutes. Low battery level is indicated when a switchlocated on the cuff starts to blink.

The Soratex outer shell material is said to be lightbut robust, and the AquaDry membrane ensures thatthe glove is comfortable, waterproof, windproof andbreathable. It has knuckle and thenar protectors andpadding at the fingers for additionalprotection. Fluorescent insertsbetween the fingers and Interlitereflecting materials on the cuffimproves visibility.

ORINA BW GmbHEschweiler, GERMANYTel. +49 (0)2403 [email protected]

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GALFER has developed a selection of brakekits for use on the BMW maxi-scooter. Thekits include laser-cut, high carbon stainlesssteel Disc Wave rotors, which are said to beup to 20 percent lighter than OEM parts,and Galfer’s own brake pads. There are two options; the basic kit madeup of two Wave discs and pads for use onthe front of the scooter, and a second,which is made up of the basic plus a rearrotor and pads. Galfer’s patented Disc Wave design is saidto offer not just lighter weight, but alsobetter water and dirt removal and a bettercooling, significantly improving the brake’sperformance. All Galfer products are madein Spain and approved by the German TÜV.

INDUSTRIAS GALFER SABarcelona, SPAINTel: +34 93 5689 090 [email protected]

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Galfer brakekit for BMWC600 Sportand C650 GT

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Knox continues to expand its riderprotection line with its Covert gloves.They feature new OutDry waterprooftechnology that keeps the gloves thinand light. The OutDry membrane isbonded directly to the glove's shell,and this is said to prevent the build-upof water between the outer and innerlayers as well as sealing stitching andjoins, for a complete and durablewaterproof, breathable and windprooffinish.

Made from Korean cowhide, thepalm and fingertips are reinforcedwith Pittards digital goat leather, withbiofoam panels on the thumb, top ofhand and outer wrist. Patentedscaphoid protection is provided by lowprofile Knox SPS sliders. There are alsostretch panels and box constructionfingers to aid dexterity.

Additionally, Knox has re-designedits Track vest, now manufactured using

four-way stretch breathable mesh,combined with breathable, moisture-wicking and fast-drying Meryl Lycra.The Track vest includes the re-engineered Aegis back protector,

which has spacer fabric and vents. Thevest can be zipped off the backprotector and machine-washed.

Certified to CE Level 2 of the latestEuropean standard [EN1621-2:2014], the Aegis has also been testedand approved at the optional high(+40 degrees Centigrade) and low

(-20 degrees Cent igrade)temperatures. A CE approved chestprotector can also be added as anoptional extra to the Track vest.

PLANET KNOX Cockermouth, Cumbria, UKTel: 01900 825825 [email protected]

Protection options from Knox

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FLUO by AmphibiousAMPHIBIOUS has created itsFluo line of luggage to be ashighly visible as possible. TheFluo range is made up of theAtom backpack, the MotobagII side panniers and theVoyager rearduffel bag.The rectangularshaped 15L Atombackpackfeatures a backpanel paddedwith breathable mesh (also usedfor the side pockets). Equippedwith D-rings and removableshoulder straps, the Atom can beconverted into a seat bag.The more compact Motobag IIFluo soft pannier adapts to awide range of motorcycles andhas an adjustable internalcapacity ranging from 8 to 20L.The bag attaches to the bike viaspecifically designed adjustableVelcro straps. Amphibious has also designed45L and 60L versions of the rolltop duffel bag Voyager Fluo. Likethe Atom, this bag is designed to

be attached to the seat orthe luggage rack and can beconverted into a backpack withspecific optional shoulder straps.It has one external mesh pocketand one hidden in the flap,protecting the main closure, and10 D-rings made of ABS, which inconjunction with the Ultra-Fixsystem, widen the range oftransportable items.

AMPHIBIOUS SRLLesmo (MB), ITALYTel: +39 039 [email protected]

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Hall 14stand I-19

Track vest with 4-waystretch mesh

‘Covert’ glove featuring OutDry technology

Aegis backprotector

http://www.batterycontroller.it


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Vapor all-weatherjacketTHE Vapor jacket offers all-weather functionality usinghydratex Z-liner constructionthat is said to keep ridersdry, while at the same timegiving the option of opening the VCSaquadefence system for cooling, and alsofeatures a detachable thermalliner. The Vapor jacket is fittedwith CE rated ProLifearmor, which isupgradable with aSeesoft CE-level 2 backprotector, and can becombined with Vaportrousers. Both jacketand trousers areavailable in sizesS-XYL.

REV'IT! SPORTINTERNATIONALOss, THE NETHERLANDSTel. +31 (0)41 269 [email protected]

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Polini expandsproduct rangePOLINI has expanded its product range with theintroduction of a new carb and a range of oil filters.

The company says that its new CP Evolutioncarburettor has been shown to achieve bestperformance between 12,000 and 15,000rpm. Thisperformance is due to the CNC machining of theintake to allow high levels of air flow. This is thencombined with a manifold mount that has a 28.5mmdiameter to allow the fitting of a free flowingmanifold to exploit the carb’s performance. The carbis also supplied with a flange to adapt the PoliniEvolution filter with its bigger diameter.

Additional performance measures on the CPEvolution include a very short inlet pipe with anexclusive concentric design and a geometryoptimised for air. The float level, which is completelymade of plastic, and the needle seal are carefullyquality- controlled during production to ensure thesame standard of efficiency over time, and theoverflow of petrol in the atomiser has been checkedto ensure the correct flow dynamic at every positionof the throttle valve when open.

Polini’s ‘Original’ oil filters are available for four-stroke engines and feature a micro- porosity filterstructure to purify the oil by holding any micro metalparticles or sludge present in the lubricant.

POLINI MOTORI SPAAlzano Lombardo (BG), ITALYTel: +39 035 2275 [email protected]

BC Battery multi-purpose smart chargersBC BATTERY Controller’s new batterychargers, the BC Smart 5000 and 10000, aremulti-purpose devices with dedicatedcharging programmes for motorcyclebatteries, car batteries and the newgeneration of start-stop batteries.They feature a selectable power supplyfunction to save motorcycle memory whilereplacing the battery, and a temperaturesensor which provides the ideal current forbattery charging, dependent onenvironmental conditions. The microprocessor-driven eight-stepcharging algorithm used in the chargers isfully automatic: the user simply selects theprogramme, connects the charger to thebattery in order to start a complete batterycare procedure, ranging from the recoveryof deeply discharged batteries (startingfrom 1.25 Volts) to the recharge,desulfation and maintenance of all kinds of12V lead-acid batteries (including sealed,

VRLA, AGM and gel batteries). Whenexecuting the ‘Bike Mode’ the current islimited to 1 Amp.Programme selection using an ‘Easy Plug-inSystem’ is easily accomplished byconnecting the clamps and plugging thecharger in. The active charging mode isshown on an LED bar, together with thebattery state of charge, and the lastselected option will be always held inmemory for later use.Each charger is supplied complete with awaterproof battery cable with eyelets anda battery cable with insulated clamps,while an adapter for the cigarette lightersocket is also available, and comes with athree-year warranty. The chargers can stay

permanently connected to a vehiclewithout causing anydamage.

BC BATTERY CONTROLLER Cisliano (MI), ITALYTel: +39 02 [email protected]

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GERMAN carbon partsspecialist Ilmberger offers alarge selection of carbon partsdesigns for the new BMW S1000R.Highlights are a design-optimised motor spoiler madefrom heat resistant pre-impregnated carbon material.The company is also offering anupper fairing (headlight fairing),which can accommodate

various headlamp shapes andsizes for the S 1000R. Other carbon parts in the seriesfor the BMW S 1000R includemultiple fairings, left and rightframe covers, front and rearfenders with chain and ABScovers, swingarm covers andlicence plate holders.

ILMBERGER CARBONPARTSOberhaching, GERMANYTel. +49 (0)89 6133 [email protected]

Carbon parts forBMW S 1000R

New Barnettclutch optionsBARNETT’S clutch baskets are CNCmachined from aluminium and featurereplaceable stainless steel inserts toprevent grooving of the basket wherethe clutch plate tabs make contact. Oilpassage windows are also machinedinto the basket to increase oil flow tothe clutch plates, which is claimed toresul t in cooler operat ingtemperatures and a longer clutch life.Grade 8 quality fasteners are includedand the backing plate is also includedwhere applicable. Select applicationscome with the center kicker gearalready installed. The Barnett basketsare available for popular 80cc and upoff-road motorcycles and sport ATVs.

Barnett’s Dirt Digger highperformance clutch kits include thecompany’s exclusive carbon fibre orKevlar friction plates, tempered steeldrive plates, and a set of heavy duty springs that are said to be 10-15 percent stiffer than OEM.

The ‘segmented’ friction materialdesign allows increased oil flow to the

clutch and provides a smoother, moreconsistent performance and increasedclutch life.

The heavy duty springs are shot-peened and heat-treated for durability.

All clutch kits are pre-measured forproper stack height prior to packagingto ensure reliable fit and performance.

BARNETT CLUTCHES & CABLESVentura, California, USATel: 805 642 [email protected]

AN updated 3.5" version of thepopular GoRider GPS system isbeing introduced as areplacement for the GoRiderBiker II we featured in IDN lastyear.Being launched at INTERMOT, it isbeing added to the existingrange (GoRider Biker-Extensa andGoRider Excalibur) to give ridersa feature-rich range of threestate-of-the-art motorcycle rider-specific GPS devices to choosefrom at their dealership.

Enhancements include a fasterprocessor (800MHz instead of550MHz), waterproof speaker, alarger exchangeable battery thatlasts longer from full charge, anew type of display with higherlight output for better visibility indirect sunlight, and a redesignedGPS antenna for faster GPS fixand reception, even in theremotest locations and toughestterrain.Tel +31 587 613000www.goridergps.com

GoRider Biker III

PRO GuIde

BMW R1200GS LC partsfrom ZTechnikZTECHNIK has two sizes of its VStream windshieldavailable for the BMW water-cooled R1200GS anda headlight guard for the same model.

The Touring size VStream windscreen, which getsits name from its unique shape and dimensionalcontours, is wider and taller than stock. The patented

‘V’ profile is said to help keep wind off the rider’supper body and helmet. The sport size is reshaped incontour but similar in height to the OEM screen andavailable in dark tint or clear.

Both styles are made from FMR hard-coatedpolycarbonate. Optically the VStream windscreen isclear with virtually no distortion, and Ztechnik claimsits screens are 30 times more scratch resistant andhave 20 times greater crack and impact resistancethan other aftermarket windscreens on the marketmade from commonly used acrylic.

ZTechnik’s polycarbonate headlight guards for theBMW water-cooled R1200GS have been designed toprotect the bike’s expensive headlight arrangement.Made from 3mm polycarbonate that is given aQuantum hardcoating, which is said to make it 30

times more scratch resistant than competitive guardsmade with acrylic or uncoated polycarbonate.

The ZTechnik headlight guard follows thecontours of the headlight frameand attaches with marine-gradeVelcro. It is said to not reflect lightback towards the windscreencreating glare, and is easilyremoved for cleaning of theheadlight lens or the guard itself.

NATIONAL CYCLE, USAMaywood, Illinois, USATel: +1 708 343 [email protected]

MADE in Great Britain, the Tag-Zprogramme of motorcycle and workshopaccessories is the own-brand brainchildof Gavin Zembrzuski, son of companyfounder Andre Zembrzuski, owner of wellknown specialist British distributor OffRoad Only - now trading as 'ORO2U'.The range currently stands at over 60 steelproducts and is still growing. It includes MXstands, work benches, tyre changers, biketransport car racks, workshop tools, securityproducts, wheel balancers, ramps, engineholders, trailers and more. The company hasrecently expanded their range to cover Dirt,ATV, Road, MX, Street, tools and electrical.New this year has been a line of ‘chrome

look’ powder-coated products as a lessexpensive but durable alternative tochrome.The company says that it can "customiseany product to your needs, include yourcompany logo on the products and quotefor your own designs. All are powder-

coated, and we offer a huge rangeof colours to meetwith yourrequirements and OEschemes. We offersandblasting andrefurbishment, and weweld alloy, mild steeland stainless".

The company says it canturn around orders quickly,

and fabricates a range of

steel products formotorcycles and ATVs, withbrightly coloured jack-uppaddock/workshop stands aspecialty of the Tag-Zprogramme. Extra tradediscounts are offered onorders of ten or more.The company is currentlylooking to add to itsEuropeanimporter/distributor networkand to appoint internationaldealers.

Off Road Only+44 (0)1597 822666www.tag-z.co.ukwww.ORO2u.com

Sceed42 Mesh jacket andlogoscooter chrome accessories

A NEW jacket from Niemann + Frey is Mesh, which,with large breathable mesh inserts, is light and airy,providing ease of movement and comfort, supportingair circulation.

The sceed42 clothing collection is made for scooterriders and all features like zippers, reflectors andprotectors, as well as wind- and water resistant high-tech materials, are wearer friendly and said to be wearand tear resistant. The sceed42 Mesh jacket is madefrom 600 D polyester and has shoulder and elbowprotectors (certified to EN-1621-1) and Crash Foam atthe back, as well as adjustable sleeves and aconnecting zipper. Available in black in sizes XS to 3XL.

The logoscooter parts and accessories range fromone of the largest suppliers of scooter and motorcycleparts in Europe now includes Vespa's new modelsGTS, Sprint and Primavera.

Easy fit and assembly are guaranteed due to

precision-manufacturing and coating of the parts intheir computer operated galvanising factoryfurthermore ensures a perfect surface appearance andthe highest possible corrosionresistance.

The logoscooter range fromNiemann + Frey comprisesluggage carriers, topcase carriers,rear and front crash protection,bumpers, leg protectors and more.Parts and accessories are availablefor Piaggio and Vespa models.

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RS Taichi GP Evo glovesRS TAICHI, which has beendeveloping and manufacturingmotorcycle apparel and ridingaccessories in Japan formore than 30 years,has launched its latesttop of the range racingglove – the GP Evo. Cowhide uppers areused in theconstruction of thegloves and kangaroo skin isused for the anatomically pre-curved palms. Protection isoffered through the inclusion ofTPU knuckle protection withairflow ventilation and KnoxScaphoid Protection Systempalm sliders. Further protectionis provided through the use ofaramid knit on back of hand forabrasion and tear resistance.While the split armour system inthe knuckles means there is nolack of mobility from theprotection, and the floatingstructure on the fingers is saidto create better mobility, too.For rider comfort perforationsbetween fingers and on theback of the hand ensure a

cooling airflow, and the fingers’seams are external for a closefit and more comfort. There is adouble-cuff closure for a moresecure and personalised fit withan adjustable wrist closurestrap with dual-sided Velcro.

RS TAICHI INC.Osaka, JAPANTel: +81 72 874 [email protected]

Rearsets forR nineT

BONAMICI Racing is among thegrowing number of companiesproducing aftermarket parts andaccessories for the R nineT with thelaunch of billet aluminium rearsets forthe latest of BMW’s motorcycle.

CNC machined from 7075aluminium billet, the rearsets usebearings to eliminate friction andfeature a return spring to assist rearbrake lever action. The rearsets areavailable in a choice of black or silveranodising and other colour optionscan be requested. Matching pillionpegs are also available.

BONAMICI RACINGMagliano Sabina (RI), ITALYTel: +39 0744 919939 [email protected]



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EXHAUST GUIDEArrow exhausts forIntegra and NC 750FOLLOWING on from Honda updating its line ofIntegra and ‘NC’ bikes with a 750cc engine to replacethe existing 700, Arrow has also expanded its

exhaust options for the Integraand NC 750 models including versions with DCT.

The Arrow exhaust selection for Honda’s Integraline includes the Race-Tech street legal silencers,which fit the Arrow mid-pipe, and are available intitanium, carbon fibre, aluminium, or black anodisedaluminium with all versions featuring a carbon endcap. The aluminium versions are also available withaluminium end caps.

A second option is the street legal Pro-RacingNiChrom silencer that fits the Arrow mid-pipe.

Arrow’s stainless steel mid-pipe fits all Arrowsilencers and the OE and Arrow collector kit. Thestainless steel collector kit from Arrow fits the mid-pipe and OE silencer.

ARROW SPECIAL PARTSSan Giustino (PG), ITALYTel: +39 0758 61811 [email protected]

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GPR exhausts for DucatiGPR has introduced a range of differentexhausts, available in both aggressive andclassic shapes, which have been created foruse on both the Ducati Hyperstrada and

Hypermotard 821. The company states that installation of oneof its exhausts will not just change the lookof the bike, but will also offer weightsaving, a change of sound and a powerincrease.

GPR ITALIA SRLCERRO AL LAMBRTO (MI), ITALYTel: +39 2 [email protected]

Aftermarket pipes forTriumph Bonneville REMUS has introduced a line of aftermarket slip-onexhaust silencers for the 2014 Triumph Bonnevilleand Bonneville SE. The 45mm tapered silencersinclude a catalytic converter and have EG, ABE andEEC approval. The slip-ons are available in a choiceof chrome or black stainless steel finishes.

REMUS INNOVATIONBaernbach, AUSTRIATel: +43 (0)3142 6900 0 [email protected]

PRO GuIde

LEOVINCE has developed itsUnderbody full exhaust systemfor the Yamaha MT-09. The system, which mountsunderneath the bike, featuresan end cap designed to directgases away from the bike and isprotected by carbon, which issaid to offer a barrier effectagainst the radiated heat of thetyre. Made from AISI 304 stainlesssteel, the Underbody is claimedto be 3kg lighter than the stocksystem it replaces, ishomologated and equippedwith a removable dB-killer. The

diameters of the pipes(designed with balanced headermanifolds) and the silencer havebeen developed with the aim toensure a perfect calibrationwith the engine with no furthermodifications needed onceinstalled.

LEOVINCEMonticello d'Alba (CN), ITALYTel: +39 0173 465 [email protected]

LeoVince Underbodyfor MT-09


MIVV exhaustsfor V-Strom 1000

ITALIAN exhaust specialist MIVV haslaunched two exhaust options forSuzuki’s V-Strom 1000; the Oval andSpeed Edge. Both the new silencers aresaid to improve engine performance inthe low to medium range and increasetorque. Along with the powerincreases the exhausts are said toreduce the bike’s overall weight too.

Test data has shown the SpeedEdge, which is available in steel blackor stainless steel with carbon end caps,to have an increase of 13.8hp and

17.2Nm at 3,600rpm, and the Ovaloffers a maximum increase in powerand torque at 3,500 rpm of 12.3hpand 15.4Nm. The Oval slip-on can beordered in carbon, titanium withcarbon end caps or stainless steel.

MIVVSant' Omero (TE), ITALYTel: +39 0861 81 20 [email protected]

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Parts Canada (403) 250-6611Motovan Motorsport

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P.D.Q. Motorcycle0044 1628667644Australia

Serco 07 38232833Netherlands

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MotoPro Sport 0031 (0)597 613 000Japan

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THIS MONTH’S ADVERTISERS

ABM Fahrzeugtechnik (DE) multiClip adjustable handlebar kits ....................................13

Amphibious (IT) 100% waterproof luggage ................................................................27

Andreani Group International (IT) Suspension Center School........................................09

Barnett Clutches & Cables (US) Clutch upgrades, distributor network ..........................25

Calzaturificio Antis (IT) Stylmartin boots ......................................................................29

DID Europe (IT) Chains and wheels ..............................................................................20

DP Brakes & Clutches USA (US) Brakes & clutches..........................................................9

DPM International (NL) Ultrabatt multiMIGHTY battery ..................................................6

ECON W A (DE) Workshop lifts ....................................................................................48

ELSA Solutions (IT) Aliant Batteries ..............................................................................44

Fehling (DE) Parts & accessories..................................................................................44

Forelettronica (IT) BC Battery Controller range ............................................................37

GIVI (IT) Trekker hard cases..........................................................................................20

Grossewaechter Racing Parts (DE) Tornado cams ........................................................44

GSG-Mototechnik (DE) Parts & accessories ..................................................................44

Hevik (IT) Dry Vision rain suit ......................................................................................31

Kappa (IT) Adventure accessories ................................................................................41

Koelnmesse (DE) INTERMOT Cologne 2014 ............................................................45,47

LeoVince (IT) Leovince exhausts ..................................................................................29

Locatelli (IT) Airoh Movement helmet ..........................................................................10

Magura (DE) HC3 radial master cylinders ....................................................................25

Motohaus Powersports Ltd (GB) Keis heated apparel ..................................................17

Motoplastic (ES) Puig Hi-Tech products ..........................................................................4

National Cycle (US) Windshields and accessories..........................................................11

Niemann + Frey (DE) Logoscooter and eyecase L32 ......................................................2

Ohlins Racing (SE) Advanced Suspension Technology ....................................................5

Orina BW (DE) Clothing & gloves ................................................................................13

ORO2U (GB) Tag-Z rugged steel products ....................................................................33

Remus Innovation (AT) Ducati exhausts ......................................................................43

Rick's Motorsport Electrics (US) Starters, chargers & ignitions ......................................19

SBS Friction (DK) SBS brake pads ..................................................................................7

Spectro Oils of America (US) Premium-quality lubricants - off-road oil ..........................34

Stylmartin (IT) See Calzaturificio Antis ..........................................................................29

TecMate International (BE) First Lithium Multi-Bank, distributor network ................34,44

Tsubakimoto Europe (NL) Alpha-series chains ..............................................................26

THIS MONTH’S EDITORIAL

ABM Fahrzeugtechnik (DE) New Head of Sales - Detlef Achterberg ..............................16

ABM Fahrzeugtechnik (DE) Levers and handlebars ......................................................24

Advanstar (US) Progressive International Motorcycle Show schedule ............................19

Airoh Helmets (IT) City One urban jet helmet ..............................................................24

Alpinestars SpA (IT) Stella jacket and S-MX 3 boot ......................................................30

Amphibious (IT) Fluo line luggage................................................................................37

Andreani Group International (IT) Off-road piston kits..................................................28

Arrow Special Parts Srl (IT) Exhaust ProGuide: for Integra and NC 750 ........................42

Barnett Clutches & Cables (US) New clutch options ....................................................39

BC Battery Controller (IT) Multi-purpose smart chargers ..............................................38

Bonamici Racing (IT) Rearsets for R nineT ....................................................................41

CNC Racing (IT) Handlebars for naked bikes ................................................................30

DID Europe (IT) Happy Anniversary: 10 years................................................................14

DPM International (NL) GoRider Biker III ......................................................................38

ECON W A (DE) New solution wheel chock ..................................................................31

EICMA (IT) Happy Anniversary: 100 years ....................................................................15

Erik Buell Racing (US) Partners with Le Mans for OEM parts distribution ......................18

Evolution Motorsport bv (NL) TJ 2.09 jackets ..............................................................28

Fehling (DE) Options for XV 950 R ..............................................................................33

Forcefield Body Armour (GB) 2015 Moto Collection to debut at INTERMOT..................35

Gianni Falco (IT) Women's sneakers line - Kamila ........................................................33

Gilles Tooling (LU) Accessories for KTM Superduke ......................................................36

GIVI (IT) Company feature......................................................................................21-23

GPR (IT) Exhaust ProGuide: for Ducati..........................................................................42

Ilmberger Carbon Parts (DE) Carbon parts for BMW S 1000R ......................................39

Industrias Galfer (ES) Brake kit for BMW C600 Sport and C650 GT ..............................36

IXON (FR) Spencer HP jeans ........................................................................................36

JPMS/NPO Events (FR) 2015 Paris show venue announced ..........................................48

Kellermann (DE) Happy Anniversary: 25 years ..............................................................14

Kellermann (DE) Indicators with position lights ............................................................24

Koelnmesse (DE) Happy Anniversary: 50 years of Cologne motorcycle shows................15

KYMCO (TW) Happy Anniversary: 50 years ..................................................................15

Lauge Jensen Engineering (DK) 'Sleipner' EURO 4 builder package to launch at INTERMOT ..6

Leatt Corporation (ZA) Happy Anniversary: 10 years ....................................................15

LeoVince Exhaust Systems (IT) Exhaust ProGuide: Underbody for MT-09 ......................43

LSL Motorradtechnik (DE) Happy Anniversary: 30 years ................................................14

Magura (DE) Happy Anniversary: 90 years....................................................................15

Magura (DE) HC3 master cylinder ................................................................................28

Marketplace Events / AIMExpo (US) Secures OE backing for 2014 show ......................18

Matchless (GB) Return to motorcycle manufacturing - Model X Reloaded ....................10

Mayo Media Ltd (GB) 2015 Motorcycle Trade Expo ......................................................48

Mecom Forums (AE) Gulf Bike Week 2014 ....................................................................8

Métisse Motorcycles (GB) KTM CR690 ..........................................................................8

Midual (FR) Launch at Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance ............................................8

MIVV SPA (IT) Exhaust ProGuide: for V-Strom 1000 ....................................................43

Motoz (AU) Trials inspired mountain hybrid off-road tyre ..............................................27

National Cycle Inc (US) BMW R1200 GS parts ............................................................40

Nexxpro (PT) X.T1 sport-touring helmet ......................................................................27

Niemann + Frey (DE) Sceed Mesh jacket and logoscooter accessories ..........................40

Ohlins Racing (SE) R nineT updgrades distributed by Wunderlich ..................................32

Orina BW (DE) Tesla heated winter gloves....................................................................36

ORO2U (GB) Tag-Z products ........................................................................................40

Pirelli Tyre (IT) Wins 3 year WSBK sponsorship deal ......................................................16

Planet Knox (GB) Covert gloves, Track vest and Aegis back protector ............................37

Polaris (US) Slingshot three-wheeler announced ..........................................................19

Polini Motori (IT) New oil filter and carb ......................................................................38

Powerbronze (GB) Honda CB650F belly pan ................................................................26

Puig Racing Screens (ES) Rear hugger and screen for R nineT ......................................30

Putoline Distribution (GB) UK distributor of ROOF helmets ..........................................15

Remus Innovation (AT) Exhaust ProGuide: for Triumph Bonneville ................................42

Rev'It! Sport International B.V. (NL) Vapor all-weather jacket........................................38

Roof International (FR) Putoline is new UK distributor ..................................................15

RS Taichi (JP) GP Evo gloves ........................................................................................41

Rukka (FI) Meteorit and Meteorina jackets ..................................................................26

SBS Friction A/S (DK) Launch 2015 MX brake pads ......................................................16

Schampa (US) "FaceFit" face protection system ..........................................................32

SDL Exhibitions (IE) Irish Motorbike and Scooter Show 2015 ........................................48

Surflex (IT) New Ducati clutch kits................................................................................26

SW-Motech (DE) Yamaha and BMW parts range expanded ..........................................35

TCX (IT) Develop new Michelin soles in partnership with JV International ....................11

TecMate International (BE) Happy Anniversary: 20 years of innovation ........................17

Tsubakimoto Europe BV (NL) Tsubaki Aplha final drive chains ......................................32

Wunderlich (DE) R nineT upgrades in conjunction with Ohlins ......................................32

Zandoná (IT) Shark armour ..........................................................................................31

This INTERNATIONAL DEALER NEWS INDEX is a complete listing of all the items in this edition.It includes all our advertisers and the product, feature and news items published this month.The INDEX will act as a quick reference guide, and will be useful when searching this and othereditions either for contact details for a particular company, or for a specific item that hasappeared. The INDEX appears in every edition of IDN.

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Dublin Show 2015THE Carole Nash Irish Motorbike& Scooter Show will take placeat the RDS (Royal Dublinshowground) in Dublin, Ireland,over the weekend of 27 Feb – 1March, 2015. The Motorbike & Scooter Show,which is the largest of its kind inIreland, attracted over 27,000visitors in 2013, and is nowtaking bookings for exhibitordisplay places.Among the companies thatexhibited in 2013 were Ace CaféLondon, AKB Moto Distribution,Bike Buyer’s Guide, BMW, Dublin

Harley-Davidson, Feridax,Goodyear Dunlop Tyres UK Ltd,Helite UK, Honda DistributorsLtd, Lloyd Lifestyle Ltd,Powerbronze Ltd, Skidmarx andVictory Motorcycles-Polaris. In addition to being an AMDWorld Championship of CustomBike Building affiliate show, and

having invited racers andcelebrities, retail and newmotorcycle display opportunities,the show will also feature liveaction entertainment, world classstunt shows, demo races, alifestyle fashion show, Ireland’sGot Biking Talent and new for

2015 Ace Global Freestyle StuntStarz competition.

SDL EXHIBITIONS LTDDublin, IRELANDTel: +353 1 405 5550 [email protected]

THE popular and highly rated GB TradeExpo returns to one of its formervenues for 2015 as it celebrates its20th anniversary.

Stoneleigh Park, near Coventry,housed the show between 2004 and2007 when it saw record attendances,and it returns there for three days fromJanuary 18th to 20th 2015.

Boasting over 160 exhibitors and

thousands of top name brands, Expo isfirmly established with UK dealers as

their perfectly timed "must go to"trade-only event. Organiser MarkMayo said that "it’s all about being inthe right place at the right time, andindependent research shows that 92percent of dealers think Expo tickstheir boxes. Dealers find it a relaxed,friendly, but above all informativeenvironment that’s easy to get to, withfree on-site parking and the pick of themarket's leading vendors andspecialists.

"Despite the downturn Expo hasattracted an average of more than3,600 decision-makers from some1,800 motorcycle businesses in eachof the past four years, and with 20

years of serving the UK motorcycleindustry, Expo clearly has a winningformula".

Mayo is certainly right to point tothe excellent timing of the show, andit is no surprise therefore to see thatthe organisers of the JPMS motorcycletrade show have settled upon thesame date (January 18th/19th 2015)as they seek to re-establish their event.

The recession had not been so kindto what was originally also a verysuccessful, very busy three day show,at Lyon in south-eastern France. Aftera move to Marseilles failed togalvanise dealers, the show has finallyannounced a Paris venue (the ParcFloral, just to the south of the city) anda range of re-branding and re-configured initiatives and incentives.

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