TracTive Suspension, the innovative suspension manufacturer from the Netherlands, announces the release of the X-Treme Pro Suspension Kit for the Aprilia Tuareg 660, designed to enhance performance, handling and comfort for adventurous Aprilia Tuareg 660 riders.

The Aprilia Tuareg 660 has already captivated adventure enthusiasts with its powerful engine and balanced chassis.

Now, with the introduction of the TracTive X-Treme Pro cartridges and rear shock absorber, Tuareg 660 riders will experience improved stability and control, boosting confidence to effortlessly conquer challenging terrains.

Key features of the TracTive Suspension Kit for the Aprilia Tuareg 660 include:

Adjustable Compression and Rebound Damping
Riders can fine-tune their compression and rebound settings on the front and rear to suit their individual preferences and riding style, whether navigating rough off-road terrain or carving through twisty roads.

Anti-bottoming systems
The shock absorber features a PDSII system and the cartridges include a hydraulic end stop. These systems act as a cushion to absorb high levels of incoming energy and prevent harsh bottoming, enhancing comfort and safety.

Enhanced Stability and Control
The X-Treme Pro rear shock includes a high flow 46mm piston while the Closed Cartridge kit features a big 35mm piston, the largest piston among all aftermarket suspension suppliers. In addition to facilitating a high oil flow, these piston sizes enables stable and well-controlled damping behavior.

High-Quality Construction
Each component of the suspension kit is crafted from CNC machined premium materials, ensuring durability, reliability, and long-lasting performance even in the most demanding conditions. All TracTive products are fully serviceable and include a 2 year warranty. If serviced on-time.

Precise preload adjustment
The rear shock absorber is available with or without Hydraulic Preload Adjuster(HPA). The HPA can be precisely adjusted with a 10 mm range.

Both cartridge legs allow preload adjustments of up to 12 mm. This easy adjustment capability facilitates load compensation and optimal balance, whether carrying luggage or a passenger.

Various ride height levels
The Cartridges and rear shock absorber are available in low -20mm, normal or increased +20mm ride height. Offering ample choices to accommodate riders of all types and sizes.

Black & White Edition
The Aprilia Tuareg 660 X-Treme Pro kit is also available in a special Black & White Edition.

In this special edition, every adjustable element essential for fine-tuning the suspension setup is anodized with a deep black finish. These stealthy suspension components seamlessly blend with your motorcycle’s aesthetic, regardless of its color scheme.

Because it needs to be specially produced on order, this special Black & White edition will cost an additional €40 ex VAT on top of the RRP.

Now available

The TracTive Suspension Kit for the Aprilia Tuareg 660 is now available for purchase at authorized TracTive dealerships. Find your dealer via https://tractivesuspension.com/dealers/

For more information, visit https://tractivesuspension.com/tractive-x-treme-pro-suspension-kit-aprilia- tuareg-660/

Lever Guard Pro’s protect your handlebar control levers from being engaged accidentally by very close contact with immovable objects (like other bikes on a track day).

But they also supply a bit of racer style to your bike too. This concept can equally be applied to road riding, protecting your lever(s) from wing mirror strikes while filtering.

The Lever Guard Pro offers three positions to suit your riding style and motorcycle type on both track and road.

Oxford Lever Guard Pro – RRP £79.99

Key Features
• Fits 22mm (7/8″) handlebars
• Hardened Aluminium
• Designed for racing
• Defence against lever strikes
• Mandatory for track use
• Adjustable positioning
• Silver & gold tips also provided

Warning
When fitting the LEVER GUARD PRO, it is your responsibility to ensure that the product in no way impedes the operation of the motorcycle and is checked regularly for tightness and correct operation.

Failure to check the above could result in serious injury or damage.

More info at Oxford Products

Vespa-powered sidecar outfit built in Britain by Watsonian for James and Thom Elliot, founders of Pizza Pilgrims

Following their first pizza pilgrimage in a three-wheel Piaggio Ape van in 2011, restaurateurs Thom and James Elliot decided to embark on a new adventure last year, to celebrate the 10th birthday of their first UK pizzeria.

The brothers visited Watsonian Sidecars and asked them to build an outfit that could carry a passenger, but also convert into a working pizza kitchen when parked.

“Since the company was founded in 1912 we’ve built thousands of tradesmen’s outfits for all sorts of jobs, including ice cream sellers, milkmen and even firemen” says Watsonian Managing Director Ben Matthews. “A tiny pizzeria is definitely a first and something totally unexpected.”

An Italian Vespa GTS300 scooter – already a popular choice with sidecar customers – was selected to provide the power. The development team at Watsonian started by attaching their Platform Chassis, then fitted the Grand Prix sidecar bodyshell, which is similar to the design supplied for filming of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

Next, they set to work adapting the sidecar body to fulfil the brief; a tubular steel rack was engineered, to sit behind the scooter and carry a Gozney restaurant-grade portable pizza oven. To transport ingredients, a specially designed box was CNC-machined from HDPE thermoplastic and precision fitted over the sidecar boot.

Solid oak worktops were then fitted on top of the box. These fold out over the passenger cockpit, providing plenty of workspace when cooking.

Finally, bespoke carriers for the pizza peel and cutter were bolted onto the sidecar.

In July 2023, James and Thom set out on a whistlestop 10-day trip to Italy in the Pizza Vespa, visiting icons of the Neapolitan pizza scene, as well as suppliers and friends they’ve made over the last 10 years. You can follow the Pizza Pilgrims progress in a series of videos on their YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJifPKB1j7X4xe8s3gyRutsuZPOkfdwWC

Watsonian Sidecars are located near the Cotswold village of Blockley. See their full range of sidecars at www.watsonian-squire.com.