Akrapovič’s latest exhaust for its ever-growing range of scooter systems is a Slip-On Line (SS) for the Vespa GTS 300 / Sei Giorni / Super models that has been attentively designed to personalize the Italian icon.
This cutting-edge Slip-On Line (SS) is a completely new and original design, specifically created to follow the lines of the scooter. The attention to detail in the high-grade stainless-steel exhaust is shown through the embossed muffler with its engraved Akrapovič logo and the race-proven handmade carbon-fibre end cap and heatshield, which provide a sporty finish ideally suited to the Vespa’s style.
The versatile nature of the Vespa models makes these scooters as much at home in the urban environment as on longer trips, whether to the coast or on countryside adventures. The addition of the Akrapovič Slip-On Line (SS) personalizes the thrill and excitement that Vespa’s powerful scooters offer their riders. With a deep and vivid sound, the rider is taken on every journey with the pure and exhilarating soundtrack of an Akrapovič exhaust, while the optimum throttle response adds to the ease of use of this twist-and-go machine. This product is 1.5 kg (23.7%) lighter than the standard stock exhaust, and it meets all the current Euro 5 EC/ECE type-approval requirements. A simple plug-and-play installation, with no remapping needed, makes this an ideal addition to the Vespa.
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British bodywork specialists Skidmarx now offer a belly pan and fly screen to dress the naked MV Agusta Brutale 800.
Derived from the company’s double bubble sports bike screens, the fly screen kit offers extra protection from wind and weather. Manufactured from tough 3mm acrylic in Skidmarx’ Weymouth factory, it mounts onto the Brutale’s dash cowling, using a specially designed fitting kit. Available in clear and tinted options, as well as a range of colours, the fly screen kit retails at £59.95 including VAT.
The matching belly pan is styled to mimic the sculpted tank on the Brutale. Made in the UK from GRP glass fibre, it is trimmed to suit and supplied complete with a tailored fitting kit. It shields the three-cylinder engine from grime, grit and gravel thrown up from the road. Produced in a range of pre-coloured gel coats, as well as a plain white option for owners to paint themselves, the MV Agusta Brutale 800 belly pan sells for £99.95 including VAT.
Call Skidmarx on 01305 780808 or visit www.skidmarx.co.uk for more information.
Akrapovič has unveiled its brand-new exhaust system for the latest version of the Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa – a bike named after the peregrine falcon and a legend among superbikes.
The Slip-On Line (Titanium) exhaust system with its laser-engraved Akrapovič logo is a unique design that integrates seamlessly within the lines of the bike’s futuristic appearance. Its aerodynamic shape was an important requirement for the Akrapovič R&D department because the Hayabusa model has one of the highest top speeds among motorcycles, and the integration of the exhaust needs to follow the bike’s aero for optimum efficiency.
Constructed from a black-coated lightweight titanium outer sleeve on the mufflers and high-grade stainless steel link pipes, along with carbon-fibre end caps and carbon-fibre heat shields, everything about this exhaust is designed to save weight. It is 31.6% lighter than standard stock and perfectly allied to the bike’s high-speed performance and aerodynamic credentials.
With the Slip-On Line (Titanium), Akrapovič’s engineers have produced an exhaust system with great throttle response to give the rider the feel of the bike’s engine and performance, while also adding 1.2 kW (1.6 hp) at 8,700 rpm and 1.9 Nm of torque at 8,400 rpm when tested on the Akrapovič dyno against a Hayabusa with a standard stock exhaust. The whole system is harmonized with a vivid, sporty, and deep soundtrack to add another dimension to the exhaust and further thrill the senses.
Meeting Euro 5 EC/ECE type approval due to a catalytic converter within each muffler, the exhaust is a simple plug-and-play product with no need for remapping. The Slip-On Line (Titanium) is a performance exhaust that will be right at home on one of the world’s fastest motorcycles.
To cover the KTM 890 Adventure’s broad range of use, Touratech offers an extensive selection of accessories. This selection includes luggage systems, protectors, ergonomically designed parts and lots of practical accessories.
Luggage systems
For transporting luggage, there is the tried and tested pannier rack made of robust 18 mm stainless steel tubing, which has been perfectly adapted to the geometry of the 890. The rack – available with an electro-polished or black-coated surface – can be fitted with the complete range of ZEGA aluminium panniers. This clever, specially designed system fits tightly around the rear silencer, making particularly efficient use of the space available at the rear and saving on overall width. A topcase rack and luggage plates are also available for securely lashing a luggage roll.
In addition, there is a choice of numerous soft luggage items including three model-specific tank bags and a range of other bags.
Protectors
Of course, robust protector equipment is an absolute must on a meaty enduro like the KTM 790 Adventure. The three-piece Rallye Evo engine guard is designed for tough use. It consists of an extra-robust Skid Plate made of canted aluminium and hydro-formed side panels that hug the engine tightly with their complex three-dimensional design. If you want to continue using the standard KTM engine guard, Touratech offers a Hard Part for reinforcement. A strong bracket made of 25 mm stainless steel tube is responsible for protecting the fairing and the tank. The brand new Defensa hand protectors are, of course, also available for the 890. Thanks to diverse configurations, they can be perfectly adapted to different usage profiles, from hard enduro riding to touring.
Effective protectors for sensors, expansion tanks or headlight round off the selection.
Ergonomics
And, when it comes to ergonomics, the 890 Adventure can also be further upgraded with Touratech Parts. Comfort seats, which are available in three heights, ensure optimum long-distance capability. The Pivot Pegz articulated foot pegs, or wide long-distance foot pegs, and handlebar risers are excellent for off-road use, while the windscreen is a favourite with tour riders.
Riders who don’t like the Adventure’s airy seat height will be thrilled by the 30 millimetre lowering of the suspension.
Accessories
Touratech also offers a huge range of accessories for the KTM 890 Adventure – from adjustable handlebar levers and a professional tool set through to support widening for the legendary kick stand – providing that little extra bit of riding enjoyment and practical benefit. Touratech Parts for KTM 890 Adventure (selection)
• Stainless steel tank crash bar
• Stainless steel fairing crash bar
• Rally Evo engine guard
• Defensa hand protectors
• Headlight protection
• Long-distance foot pegs
• Handlebar riser
• Comfort seat (available in three heights)
• Windscreen
• Topcase rack
• Stainless steel pannier rack
• ZEGA Topcase
• ZEGA Aluminium pannier
• Ambato Exp tank bag
• Ambato Pure tank bag
• Ambato Exp Rallye tank bag
• Ambato tail rack bag for the luggage rack
• Suspension lowering
Get The ‘Full Factory’ Treatment With 2021 HM Quickshifter Stand Alone Blipper Shifter Upgrades
Since its launch in 2019, the innovative HM Quickshifter Stand Alone Blipper Shifter kit has been a must-have accessory for road riders and trackday addicts alike. Now, the Kent-based specialists have upgraded the plug-and-play system to include Pit Lane Limiter and Launch Control features.
When it comes to perfecting your laptime or enhancing your road riding experience, the perfect gearshift is crucial. HM Quickshifter’s ground-breaking Stand Alone Blipper Shifter system offers riders seamless up and down gearshifts.
The easy to install device adds shift and backshift functionality to any bike with ride by wire, irrespective if it already has a shifter or blipper system. Coming in both a ‘Lite’ and ‘Pro’ system, the unique device is available for some of the most popular machines on the market from the likes of BMW, Ducati, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Triumph and Yamaha.
Packed with an array of features, including an auto-warmup ability that has been designed to control the throttle to warm the engine, constantly monitoring the coolant temperature until the bike reaches a pre-set coolant temperature.
Now, the forward-thinking company is giving the Stand Alone Blipper Shifter further enhancements for 2021. The Pro version will now feature a l ability. These two new features have undergone strict safety checks and will help enhance a rider’’ trackday experience. Updates will be applied automatically to all previous models when owners connect their device to their laptop, once correct software has been downloaded.
Safety is of the highest importance to HM Quickshifter. Utilising the same principles employed in military and aerospace industries, with a ‘mission critical’ design philosophy, HM Quickshifter’s system is totally disconnected from the throttle circuit when not changing gear.
When a shift signal is received, a sub-millisecond-long series of diagnostic functions kick in, and only if they are passed can the quickshifter insert itself into the throttle circuit. First, it sets a ‘deadman timer’, ensuring it will be automatically locked out of the circuit after the change, no matter what happens. Finally, if there are any errors during the shift operation, the quickshifter disconnects itself, logs an error, and switches off till it’s been fixed. So – no matter what happens, your bike is protected from an un-commanded throttle input or engine cut.
HM’s also developing further software updates, including Anti-Wheelie and Engine Brake Control functions to the Pro system. The entire HM setup can be easily programmed via a laptop, allowing regular system upgrades to be applied easily, or can be used with HM’s own colour display unit.
The new Stand Alone Shifter Blipper (SABS) is priced at just £500 for the Lite version and £600 for the Pro model (all prices plus VAT).
British bodywork specialists Skidmarx have developed taller screens and a hugger for Yamaha’s popular Tracer 700 (2020-on).
Made in the UK from 4mm cast acrylic, so they won’t flex in the wind, there are three screens to choose from; standard, which is a direct replacement for the factory-fitted item, Taller/Wider, (which is 110 mm higher and 45 mm wider than standard) and Super Tall & Wide, which is 150 mm higher and 115 mm wider.
Like all Skidmarx screens, they are designed to fit directly onto the original mountings, for a straightforward job, and are available in clear, light and dark tints.
The Standard Screen sells for £74.95, Taller/Wider for £89.95 and the Super Tall and Wide version costs £99.95.
Designed and manufactured in the UK, Skidmarx huggers include an integral chain guard, and shield the rear monoshock and undercarriage from dirt and grime thrown up from the road. There are three options – GRP glass fibre, in a high quality gloss black finish, selling for £109.95, lightweight carbon fibre at £169.95 and super strong forged carbon fibre for £194.95.
Huggers come with a tailored fitting kit and clear instructions, for DIY fit at home.
Akrapovič is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, and to mark this momentous occasion the Slovenian exhaust specialists are releasing a very limited edition, which will only be available in 30 individually numbered pieces.
The Evolution Line (Titanium) 30th Anniversary* exhaust system for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and Ninja ZX-10RR will be a one-off special as part of the Akrapovič celebrations. This unique product will be prepared with an engraved Akrapovič logo and number in a series of 30. To add to its special character, each exhaust will come with a special certificate to verify its exclusivity and rarity.
Akrapovič has a racing DNA that has run through the company since the early days, when Igor Akrapovič was racing and tuning his bikes in his garage to achieve better performance. In 1991, from a small workshop where he began specialising in developing and producing exhaust systems for racing and sport bikes, he sowed the seeds of the Akrapovič company, which is now a worldwide name in both racing and retail. Akira Yanagawa of the Kawasaki factory team won Akrapovič’s first world championship race, when he took victory in a WorldSBK event in 1997, and Jonathan Rea of the Kawasaki Racing Team celebrated a record six-in-a-row world championship title in 2020 – all achieved using Akrapovič exhausts. It is these connections that have led to Akrapovič creating this limited-edition exhaust for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and Ninja ZX-10RR.
To mark such a special occasion, the limited-edition exhaust for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and Ninja ZX-10RR is a very distinctive product. The Evolution Line (Titanium) 30th Anniversary exhaust system is fully constructed from lightweight high-grade titanium, with a titanium muffler outer sleeve, link pipe, and headers. The outer sleeve will be black with a special golden front rosette, as seen on the specially prepared Akrapovič exhaust on Rea’s bike after winning his sixth consecutive title. The tubes will be 0.9 mm thick, as used by the Kawasaki Racing Team on its WorldSBK bikes, and the system will also include CNC-machined special treated bushes, again as used in WorldSBK. The headers will be coated for increased durability, and the whole system will be finished with unique engraving and a handcrafted carbon-fibre end-cap.
The visual impact of the Evolution Line (Titanium) 30th Anniversary exhaust system is a very important factor for such a significant product, but this is an exhaust that is as much about performance as style, and it certainly delivers on both counts. Weighing in at 6.6 kg (56.4%) lighter than standard stock, the overall exhaust is a very close relative of the system that the Kawasaki Racing Team is using in WorldSBK, and the deep, pure racing sound that this limited-edition Evolution Line (Titanium) 30th Anniversary emits certainly enhances the system’s sporty heritage. Power and torque levels are increased through the addition of the exhaust, with gains of 8.2 kW (11.1 hp) at 8,550 rpm and 13.4 Nm at 3,600 rpm in back-to-back tests on the Akrapovič in-house dyno with the standard stock exhaust system for comparison. Due to the sporty and racing nature of the system, remapping is mandatory because it is intended for closed-course competition use only. For tracks with a noise limit, a noise insert is supplied to allow owners to ride at the majority of venues.
The 30-year limited edition Evolution Line (Titanium) 30th Anniversary exhaust system for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and Ninja ZX-10RR is a special product, totally fitting the occasion. Its looks, performance, and sound are at the forefront of motorcycle exhaust technology, and whether it is used for its intended purpose, or simply displayed on a wall, it is certainly a collector’s piece worth talking about.
The Royal Enfield Interceptor and Continental are the latest machines to be given the R&G treatment, with the Hampshire-based crash protection specialist launching all-new Adventure Bars for both bikes.
Dropping your motorcycle can be an expensive mistake, and R&G Adventure Bars have been designed to help give motorcyclists complete peace of mind should the worst happen. Made from thick steel tubing and powder-coated to ensure a strong and beautiful finish, the bars are able to protect the core components of the machine from damage.
Created to specifically fit the Royal Enfield Interceptor and the Continental models, not only do the bars provide unrivalled protection, but the aesthetic design also helps to enhance the appearance of the machine.
The Royal Enfield Adventure Bars have a recommended retail price of £116.66 (excl. VAT) and are available now from R&G’s extensive dealer network or www.rg-racing.com.
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Akrapovič is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2021. The beginnings of the world-famous manufacturer of high-performance exhaust systems go back to even before its formal incorporation in the spring of 1991, when operations started in a workshop just over a kilometre away from its current headquarters at Ivančna Gorica.
Igor Akrapovič was a motorcycle racer who already tuned motorcycles during his racing career to make them even faster. At first, he worked on his own machines, but later he also started tuning those of others, even his rivals. It was this passion for technology and constant improvement of motorcycle components that made him decide to start his own business and dedicate his future to developing high-performance exhaust systems. Exhaust systems were where Igor Akrapovič saw his greatest opportunity because at that time there was little competition on the market, but substantial room for improvement. He initially focused on racing motorcycle exhaust systems, building a rich tradition of state-of-the-art products, from which he soon expanded into the mainstream motorcycle market, as well as the car market later on.
Three decades after its inception, the company is operating at two state-of-the-art production sites in Slovenia, with over 1,300 employees. The facilities at the company’s headquarters in Ivančna Gorica comprise an in-house titanium foundry, a durability dyno on which a robot rides the motorcycle, a metallurgical lab, an R&D department, and a racing department. The entire production, from tube making to final assembly, takes places in a large production hall at Črnomelj.
The company continued to develop, and the increasing demand for its products forced it to expand its premises, which it continually furnished with state-of-the-art equipment required to develop and manufacture its products. Throughout, a special culture has been built inside the company rooted in the employees’ desire to offer customers exhaust systems and other products of the highest quality.
This commitment to constantly invest in the development of products and the technology required to manufacture them has been inseparably connected with racing, which provides the perfect laboratory for testing technical and technological solutions and materials. The first victory at a world championship race on an Akrapovič-outfitted motorcycle was secured by Akira Yanagawa (Kawasaki) in WorldSBK in 1997, and the first world championship title won on a motorcycle featuring the Slovenian manufacturer’s exhaust system was recorded in 2000, when Akrapovič brand ambassador Colin Edwards triumphed in the WorldSBK on his Honda.
“Back in the beginning, I was tuning complete motorcycles and using the money I earned to compete in races. Tuning was almost as interesting to me as racing itself, and so it was kind of natural for me to buy a tube bending machine. That’s how it all started. I look back at the company’s three decades of development, especially its racing history, with great pride because races are the toughest testing ground for a product.” – Igor Akrapovič
To date, the company has secured 140 world championship titles with its partner racing teams in various racing disciplines, along with numerous victories in FIM MotoGP, FIM WorldSBK, FIM MXGP, FIA WEC, and DTM, famous races like the Isle of Man TT, 24 Hours Nürburgring, 24 Hours of Le Mans, 24 Hours of Daytona, and Dakar Rally, and more.
Alongside the company’s high profile, which goes hand in hand with its presence at races, it has been its attention to detail and desire to also create the best products for ordinary customers that have brought the company numerous honours and awards. Very important among them are the fourteen Red Dot awards won over the past eight years, including the Red Dot: Best of the Best award in the Product Design category for the Evolution Line (Titanium) exhaust system for the Ducati 1199 Panigale in 2014.
“From the very beginning, the company’s vision and culture have stayed the same: we continue to focus on developing the perfect product, placing innovation, research, and application of top-notch technology and state-of-the-art materials at the forefront. Development and curiosity drive us forward to keep looking for solutions how to improve and upgrade our products and make them even more attractive for our customers. Development has no limits because technology can always be improved.” – Igor Akrapovič
To mark the 30th anniversary, Akrapovič engineers used the company’s long years of experience and know-how to design two special Evolution Line (Titanium) 30th Anniversary* exhaust systems for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR / ZX-10R and the Ferrari F8 Tributo, with a limited edition of only 30 pieces each. Details about the two products will be presented in press releases during the coming weeks.
You can follow all the information on the company’s 30th anniversary on its official social media channels under the hashtag #30YearsAkrapovic or visit Akrapovič 30 Years, a special website dedicated to the company’s 30th anniversary, where new content will be posted throughout the year, including a special issue of Akrapovič Lifestyle Magazine in digital format. The 30th issue of the magazine will feature selected articles from the previous issues, alongside new material looking back at the company’s development over the past thirty years.
* THIS PRODUCT DOES NOT MEET EMISSION COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR STREET OR HIGHWAY USE
Scottoiler is now an official supplier to KTM with a new Scottoiler KTM kit.
Seamlessly integrated into the motorcycle, the new Scottoiler KTM Chain Oiler Kit has been developed primarily for KTM’s range of new adventure bikes – with KTM unique parts to simplify installation on these selected models. The project with KTM originally began with the development of a vacuum operated chain oiler kit for the new 1290 Super Adventure and subsequently grew to include a number of other models, including the 790 & 890 Adventure, R & Rally as well as the 690 Enduro R and SMC R models.
Commercial Director, Matthias Ennen, commented – “We’ve been working closely with KTM to combine our already excellent chain oiling expertise with that of KTM’s development team general bike experience and heritage to create the ideal product for KTM riders.
We’re all delighted to partner up with another market leader leading manufacturer and spread the good word of proper chain maintenance worldwide.
Featuring in KTM’s exclusive Powerparts Accessories Range this new Scottoiler kit further establishes Scottoiler as the world leader in chain lubrication systems for motorcycles.
The new Scottoiler KTM kits are available to KTM dealers from March 2021 in standard and high temperature variants providing options to optimise performance in different climates.
20IDS XC – HONDA CRF300L
K-Tech 20IDS XC – Off Road (20mm Independent Damping System) front fork cartridges are a complete replacement damping system designed to fit into original equipment front forks that do not allow for external compression adjustment. The 20IDS XC cartridges are designed and manufactured in house to the same standard as all our performance products using the highest grade materials and processes. The 20IDS XC cartridges have independent compression and rebound damping adjustment and spring preload.
30 clicks independent compression adjustment
30 clicks independent rebound adjustment
18mm preload adjustment
Hard chrome piston rod
Aircraft grade aluminum
Hard anodized and super finished components
Range of spring rates available
Hydraulic Lock
The 20IDS XC cartridges are only available through K-Tech authorized dealers who have been trained to install these products, there are specialist tools and techniques required to guarantee performance and safety of this product.
Note: These cartridges are not supplied with springs, use 41-480- Series Springs, these must be ordered separately.
Part Number – 120-021-130-010 £594.00
Excl. Tax£495.00
SHOCK ABSORBER – RAZOR-R LITE HONDA CRF300L
The K-Tech Razor-R Lite shock absorber is an affordable replacement option for middle weight motorcycles offering refined handling and enhanced performance over the standard equipment. Designed with quality and performance in mind the Razor-R Lite shock absorber have an internal reservoir to separate the nitrogen gas from the damping oil to give continuous increased performance. They are adjustable for rebound damping, spring preload and length to allow owners to improve their riding experience.
Rebound damping adjustment
Length adjustment
Spring preload adjustment
Nitrogen (N2) filled
Increased performance and control
Spring rate options available
Part Number – 287SD-021-130-010 £475.00
Excl. Tax£395.83
New for 2021, SW-Motech Pro Blaze Panniers offer riders of machines with limited luggage capability a versatile and cost-effective way to carry kit.
Pro Blaze Panniers improve on the already popular Blaze design, with new side walls made from dimensionally stable and laminated EVA, for increased rigidity and strength; updated anti-slip material for improved grip on the seat, and an all-new Molle attachment made of durable Hypalon material on the front for accessory bags.
Ideal for sport and street bikes with minimalist rear-ends – like KTM’s 1290 Super Duke, the Yamaha MT-09 and Ducati Streetfighter – Pro Blaze Panniers use a unique fitting system for serious carrying capacity and stability.
The attachment system uses a clever Quick-Lock rail, which is discreet, light and doesn’t clutter the machine, like hard luggage mounting systems. Simply clamp the Quick-Lock mounts to the bike’s rear footrest hangers, push in the rails, slide on the panniers and clip them in place.
The rails keep the load stable, secure and away from the wheel, chain and other moving parts, ensuring the panniers won’t shift, even during hard riding. They also eliminate the need for straps.
When the destination is reached, the panniers and rails can be removed in seconds, leaving only the clamps behind, and the machine completely uncluttered.
Each Blaze pannier bag is made from robust and UV-resistant Ballistic Nylon, with a wide top opening for easy access. They can be expanded for additional carrying capacity too.
A zippered outside pocket allows quick and easy access to essentials, while the solid carrying handle makes them easy to manage off the bike.
Two versions are available – Pro Blaze and Pro Blaze H, which are the ‘High’ version of the bags, designed specifically for bikes with a high exhaust.
A typical Pro Blaze system retails at just £317.96 – including two saddlebags, model-specific support arms, two waterproof inner bags, paint protection film, instruction manual and all the fitting materials.
For a full fitment list visit the brand new SW-Motech UK website at sw-motech.co.uk
The new Touratech comfort seat increases the suitability of the Yamaha Ténéré 700 for long distances dramatically. The combination of the particularly high- quality foam core with the ergonomic form results in outstandingly comfortable seating with optimal motorcycle control.
With the Ténéré 700, T7 for short, Yamaha has impressively demonstrated its claim to leadership in the mid-range travel enduro class. Unanimously good tests in the trade press and a rapidly growing fan base are proof that the manufacturer has hit the mark with its concept of a simple, robust, extremely off-road-capable and affordable adventure bike.
The Ténéré 700 has also been ridden frequently on Touratech test tours and was willingly used by all riders. But how could it be otherwise, Touratech experts always find some improvement that could be made, even on the best of bikes. The test riders have identified great potential when it comes to the seat. Too narrow and not enough padding, was the unanimous verdict.
So the development team got to work and transferred the concept of the Touratech comfort seat to the T7. In view of the overall sporty characteristics, the only option was a one piece design.
Ergonomic shape
The seat is wider in the sitting area than the original but tapers towards the front, ensuring close knee contact with the tank and allowing your feet to reach the ground easily.
In elaborate tests, the angle of the seat surface in relation to the horizontal was precisely determined so that the rider‘s pelvis is tilted into an anatomically correct position, relieving the lumbar spine and promoting an upright sitting position.
To enable the rider to master long stages without tiring, this comfort seat has an anatomical contour that effectively prevents points of peak load occurring. The comfortable, firm seat core, made of particularly high-quality foam, ensures even weight distribution and does not loose shape, even after long hours of riding.
While the concave moulding in the middle of the seat relieves the coccyx, the optimally positioned seams avoid the creation of pressure points in the sitting area.
Fresh Touch coating
The bi-elastic, sweat-resistant cover material is completely waterproof. Its Fresh Touch surface coating reflects sunlight, reducing surface heat by up to 10°C compared to conventional cover materials. The roughened surface ensures safe seating even during extreme acceleration and braking manoeuvres.
Like all Touratech comfort seats, the seat for the T7 comes with a plastic shell developed in-house. Replacing the original shell is therefore not necessary. Precisely designed mountings and fastening elements guarantee simple and safe assembly.
Available in three heights
Touratech offers the Yamaha Ténéré 700 comfort seat in three heights with a seat height difference between them of two centimetres, allowing the knee angle to be adjusted to correspond to individual stature. Each seat height has a foam core with suitably adapted properties to ensure maximum comfort even on the longest of stretches.
Highlights
Touratech Comfort Seat for the Yamaha Ténéré 700
Anatomical design
High-quality special foam from our own production
Even weight distribution
Concave moulding in the middle of the seat to relieve the coccyx
Waterproof, non-slip and sweat-resistant cover
Optimally positioned seams to avoid pressure points
Minimum heating up of the seat surface
Available in three heights
Made in Germany
Low design, item no.: 632-5962 Standard design, item no.: 632-5963 High design, item no.: 632-5964
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New ComfortAir Seat Cushions use medically-proven technology to alleviate back pain, dampen vibration and reduce painful pressure points – welcome relief for commuters, touring and adventure riders.
Using air floatation technology, ComfortAir Cushions use pockets of air – easily inflated by mouth – to distribute the rider’s weight evenly over the seat area.
The strategically shaped network of interconnected air cells instantly shifts pressure from one area of the seat to another, resulting in a comfortable cushion of air, which protects against shocks, dampens vibration, helps blood circulation and stops the awful ‘numb-bum’ feeling frequently suffered by long-distance riders.
Space between the air cells is shaped to encourage airflow, cooling the cells and reducing temperature across the seat, preventing uncomfortable ‘hot-spots’.
Four different styles of cushion are available, covering the commonly found shapes of seat found on sports, touring and naked motorcycles, adventure sport bikes, cruisers and bobbers, as well as pillion pads.
The shape of the cushion is tailored to the position the rider will be in – more pressure applied to the front area on a sportbike, while a cruiser’s feet-forward design often exerts more pressure towards the rear of the seat.
ComfortAir cushions attach to the bike with an adaptive system, which fastens beneath the seat, so is secured against theft, with a non-slip base to keep it firmly in position.
Soft fabric flaps sit over the top of each strap, protecting the inside of the legs.
Once in place, the cushion can be inflated quickly and easily, or deflated, allowing the rider to find the right level of flotation for day-long comfort.
Prices for ComfortAir Seat Cushions start at just £65 inc VAT. and are covered by a 30-day money back guarantee. Find out more and see the complete range at at comfortair-moto.co.uk Google web stories daily news headlines
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Say goodbye to unwanted scratches and marks on your tank with the new range of R&G Factory Tank Pads. Handmade from durable materials, using German Orafol™ adhesive and available in a wide range of colours.
The tank of a motorcycle is one of the most common areas for accidental marks, with jacket zippers and buckles often causing unsightly scratches. R&G, the world leader in damage protection products for motorcycles, has just unveiled a new range of ‘Factory’ and ‘Factory Carbon’ Tank Pads.
The uniquely designed Tank Pads are available in an array of colours, from subtle black to vibrant orange. The three-piece pad is individually handmade made from hard resin and provides complete protection against scratches and unwanted marks from general wear and tear.
Incredibly easy to install, each kit comes with an R&G alcohol wipe and Orafol™ adhesive, which ensures it will remain in place for many years. The Factory style features a block colour, while the Factory Carbon range sports a carbon fibre effect. The new Tank Pads have a recommended retail price of £17.49 (excl. VAT) and are available now from R&G’s extensive dealer network, with more information available below.
BMW accessory specialists Nippy Normans have imagined how a GS might look powered by the new 1800cc boxer twin motor, tuned to put out 140hp.
The R1800GS concept is the brainchild of Norman Birtles, who founded Nippy Normans in 2003, to offer BMW riders the widest variety of accessories from around the world;
“When I saw the R18 at last year’s Milan show I wondered how that massive motor would look in a GS frame. During lockdown, my curiosity got the better of me, and I asked Kar Lee, the designer who’s created so many memorable concept bikes, if he could come up with something.”
Kar produced two versions of the R1800GS concept – a ‘touring’ road bike and an adventure spec model.
Both are powered by the 1800cc flat twin, returned to deliver 140hp and 115ft-lb torque.
The touring bike comes with alloy wheels to enhance handling, LED lights and an Akrapovic silencer. It is also fitted with a host of practical accessories from the Nippy Normans catalogue, including wind deflectors, heated seat, bash plate and luggage rack with pannier rails.
The Adventure-specification model gets robust spoked wheels, full crash protection and rugged alloy panniers, so it can cope with challenging terrain.
“I realise this is pure fantasy” admits Norman. “Shoe-horning that 110kg 1800cc motor into a GS frame would require some serious re-engineering of the chassis, but the combination of glorious low-down torque and the long-distance comfort and handling of a GS is something to dream about!”
See the complete range of BMW accessories from Nippy Normans at www.nippynormans.com. All images are copyright Nippy Normans Ltd 2020.
The competition record of the company is enriched with over 42 titles won in 2020, with the result of 500 world championships won in the main Motorsport categories
Brembo, leader in high performance braking systems, confirms its technological supremacy in Motorsport through the many championships won with teams and manufacturers in 2020. With 42 world titles won, including drivers, manufacturers and team titles the Brembo group, Motorsport supplier for over 45 years, reaches the milestone of *500 world titles obtained in various two and four-wheel competitions.
In Formula 1 all of the 17 Grand Prix races in the current season have been won by cars equipped with Brembo components. The Bergamo-based company can boast victories in 442 out of 785 Grand Prix that have taken place since 1975, the year of the debut in Formula 1, until today, for a total of 26 world drivers’ championships and 30 world constructors’ championship won with the top teams.
Brembo’s dominance also continues in MotoGP, to which are added new wins in Moto2 and Moto3 (also with Marchesini). Over 500 victories in the premier class (500 class and MotoGP): for the fifth consecutive season Brembo supplied all the teams. Specifically, the 27 riders who raced at least one race in MotoGP this year relied on the high levels of performance and safety guaranteed by Brembo components: brake calipers, carbon discs and pads, brake pumps and clutch pumps.
Starting from 1978 to 2001, it’s possible to count the first 185 GPs won by bikes with Brembo brakes in the 500 class. However, the winning series started in 1995. Since that year all the races have been won by bikes with its brakes. Finally, since the MotoGP class was introduced in 2002, all 329 races have been won by bikes equipped with Brembo brakes. This makes the total of 500 victories in over 40 years of competing in the top level of motorcycle racing.
In the MotoGP class, Brembo can boast success in 32 world riders’ championships and 33 world constructors’ championships won with the top teams.
Brembo also dominated the World Superbike Championship. The Italian company has been present since 1988 and boasts 29 world riders’ championships and 33 world constructors’ championships, obtained in over 30 years of participation with the top teams.
Twenty-twenty was also a winning year in Electric Motorsport. Second consecutive season for Brembo as the exclusive supplier of the FIA Formula E championship. All 24 electric single-seaters of the new Gen2 car were equipped with the brakes of the Bergamo-based company through the constructor Spark Racing Technology. After the 2019 debut in the FIM MotoE World Cup championship, Brembo has again equipped the 18 Ego Corsa of Energica Motor Company with the entire braking system, as well as with the Marchesini forged wheels, presented on 7 of 11 MotoGP teams and of over 50 percent Moto2, Moto3 and WSBK riders.
In addition to the already mentioned Formula 1, Formula E, MotoGP, Moto2, Moto3, MotoE and WSBK championships, it’s important to mention also GT, NASCAR, WRC, WTCR, IndyCar, Enduro, MX2, EWC, IMSA, DTM, Formula 2, Formula 3 and many others for a total number of over 500 world titles won from the 70s to the present in the various categories.
During this season, as always, Brembo has been closely collaborating with the main global car and bikes manufacturers, investing maximum effort in research and development of innovative processes and products that are increasingly high-performance and technologically advanced, guaranteeing maximum reliability and safety.
* It should be noted that the group also includes the successes achieved with Marchesini, the leading brand in the design, production and commercialization of light alloy wheels for racing and street motorcycles and with AP Racing, a leading brand in the race car and motorcycle brake and clutch market based in Coventry. Both brands are part of the Brembo group since 2000.
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Sprint Filter presents the brand new range of longlife performance air filters dedicated to all the Royal Enfield motorcycle range, from the oldest models to the last.
A second announcement will arrive soon with the completion of the Royal Enfield range of motorcycles: Himalayan and last models of Classic and Bullet 500
Sprint Filter, as usual, proposes three different air filters for motorcycles:
– P08: P08 air filter (Road and Track) – the standard performance air filter from Sprint Filter. Filtration Power 80 μm – Airflow: 5.050 l/m2/sec
– P08F1-85: P08F1-85 air filter (Road and Competition) – the actual “State of the Art” from Sprint Filter. If you want to fit the same solution used by TOP Motorsport Factory Racing Teams. Perfect to gain maximum performances for road use or to obtain all potentiality from your tuned Royal Enfield. Similar filtration power as the P08, triple air flow vs P08.
Filtration Power 85 μm – Airflow: over 15.000 l/m2/sec
– P037: P037 air filter (Street and Track): Performance air filter which protects your engine with demanding and dusty conditions. Performance air filters developed for desert areas as Bahrain, India, UAE for main Motorsport Challenges, ideal for using in dusty countries.
Filtration Power: 37 μm – Airflow: 4.500 l/m2/sec
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R&G has unveiled a full range of crash protection and styling accessories for the popular 2020 KTM Super Duke R. The newly announced and in-depth range features core crash protection items such as Aero Crash Protectors, Radiator Guards and Engine Case Covers, whilst riders can also enjoy the popular R&G Tail Tidy, Mirror Risers and Tank Traction Grips.
The 2020 KTM 1290 Super Duke R is considered one of the best naked machines on the market and the updated 2020 model features a more refined V-twin motor, sublime handling and the renowned Super Duke attitude.
In order to ensure that riders are able to fully protect their machine, R&G, the world leader in crash protection products for motorcycles, has unveiled a full range of protection and styling products for the 1290 Super Duke R. The new collection includes protection items including Aero Crash Protectors, Bar End Sliders, Engine Case Sliders, Engine Case Covers, Fork Protectors and Swingarm Protectors
Alongside this, the Hampshire-based company has also produced a host of accessories including a Tail Tidy, Indicator Adaptors, Branded Radiator Guards, Tank Traction Grips, Boot Guard Kits, Lever Guards and Shocktube®.
For more information on the full range of R&G products and dealer opportunities, please contact Alan Garrett, UK Sales Manager on 01420 89007 / alan.garrett@rg-racing.com or your R&G Sales Agent.
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