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Dainese Explorer Range, Available In D-stores Now

The new Explorer line from Dainese is now available in UK D-Stores, the perfect time to tackle winter adventures. Clothing in the Explorer range incorporates materials which are the perfect blend of technology, comfort, and safety.

Whether it be the glacial cold of the Arctic Circle or the scorching heat of the desert, by way of mountain passes or long gravel roads, Explorer products are designed to protect riders and passengers in the most extreme weather conditions.

Antartica Gore-Tex Jacket and Pant

Antartica sets a new standard for defying the effects of even the coldest climates. Consisting of the Antartica Gore-Tex jacket and pant, the two pieces provide the best solution for riders who enjoy the challenge of snow, ice and sub-zero temperatures.

Antartica Gore-Tex features a removable inner goose down that serves as the first layer of insulation. An inner jacket instills confidence in even the coldest weather and can also be worn separately, meaning warmth need not be sacrificed when off the bike.

Both jacket and pant utilise a laminated Gore-Tex 45mm outer shell that provides unequalled protection against the elements. For situations where warmer weather emerges, direct-to-the-body vent zips at the chest and legs allow ventilation to maintain the ideal body temperature.

An inner adjustable lumbar belt on the jacket achieves a close but comfortable fit with all riders. Outer pockets are designed for ease of use when in the riding position and moved to the hips so as not to compromise fit. Unique G.O.Pocket compartments allow rapid storage of gloves and items during a stopover – a feature an explorer cannot do without.

Antartica Gore-Tex uses a pro-armor Level 2 back protector, as well as Level 2 elbow and shoulder protectors to guarantee the highest safety standards. A pocket for a Double Chest protector is included if additional armour is desired. With certified hip protectors and Level 2 composite knee protectors, riders can be assured of premium protection.

The Antartica Gore-Tex Jacket is available in sizes 34-52, in colours light grey/black and black/ebony, with an RRP of £1,299.95. The Antartica Gore-Tex Pant, also available in light grey/black and black/ebony, in sizes 28”-46” comes with an RRP of £749.95.

Gran Turismo Gore-Tex Jacket and Pant

The Gran Turismo jacket and pant are constructed to be the finest solution when it comes to road touring wear. The two pieces encourage riders to go further and explore the open road with premium safety features and Gore-Tex durability.

Both jacket and pant use a Gore-Tex 45mm laminated outer shell to provide superior protection against the elements. When conditions are more favourable, direct-to-the-body vent zips on the chest and legs allow the body to cool. A removable thermal fleece acts as an insulating layer, trapping warm air, and can be used when not riding for a more casual look.

For the jacket, Nylon 6.6 abrasion resistance fabric with Armacor and Kevlar inserts are joined by a Level 2 pro-armor back protector and removable composite protectors at the elbows and shoulders. For the pant, identical fabric technology is partnered with removable Level 2 knee protectors and pro-armor hip protectors for the best in protection, anywhere, anytime.

Gran Turismo is designed with convenience in mind, with an adjustable lumbar belt for a tailored fit and pockets designed to be easily accessed both on and off the bike. New G.O.Pockets provide compartments to rapidly store valuables and property, meaning the journey doesn’t have to stop for long.

The Gran Turismo Gore-Tex jacket is available in sizes 34-52 in three colour options – black/ebony, black/fluo-yellow and black/orange/ebony – with an RRP of £949.95. The Gran Turismo Gore-Tex pant is available in black/fluo-yellow and black/ebony, in sizes 28”-46” with an RRP of £549.95.

Dolomiti Gore-Tex Jacket and Pant

For the rider that doesn’t let the seasons stand in the way of their touring adventure, the Dolomiti line is the ideal choice. With year-round capabilities thanks to a modifiable design, the Dolomiti Gore-Tex jacket and pant take every season in their stride, keeping riders warm and dry at all times.

The unique three layer construction of the Dolomiti Gore-Tex jacket allows for four different configurations to suit every condition: full summer, rain, cold and winter. Warmer weather is tackled with front and rear vented panels, whilst a Gore-Tex inner membrane provides the best in waterproofing on rainy days. Inside, a removable thermal fleece insulates a riders body heat to keep them warm in cold conditions and can also be worn off the bike as a lighter individual layer.

The Dolomiti Gore-Tex pant takes charge of every condition with direct-to-the-body vents located on the legs providing cooling on warmer days, paired with the same Gore-Tex membrane featured in the jacket to resist the worst of wet weather.

Both jacket and pant use Duratex Main Fabric and D-Stone to create a tough but supple exterior. Removable composite protectors are featured at the shoulder and elbow of the jacket, and also at the knee of the pant with pro-armor at the hips. Pockets for chest and back armor allow for additional protection if required.

The Dolomiti Gore-Tex Jacket is available in four colour options – light grey/black/electron blue, ebony/black/fluo-yellow, black/ebony/light-grey and grape-leaf/black/red – in sizes 34-52 with an RRP of £549.95. Available in sizes 28”-46”, the Dolomiti Gore-Tex Pant comes in three colour options – light grey/black/electron blue, black/fluo-yellow and black/ebony – with an RRP of £359.95.

X-Tourer D-Dry gloves

Made to be comfortable and provide all year round protection from the elements, the X-Tourer D-Dry gloves compliment any outfit in the Explorer range.

Ergo-Techno knuckles and PU leather palm reinforcements provide premium protection without sacrificing comfort. D-Dry fabric is breathable to suit warmer climates whilst providing a waterproof barrier to moisture when conditions are not so favourable.

A visor wiper on the left thumb allows easy and safe removal of dirt and debris from visors and goggles whilst on the move. Touchscreen compatible fingertips add another level of usability when off the bike.

Available in black and black/fluo-yellow in sizes XS-XXXL, the X-Tourer D-Dry Gloves come with an RRP of £109.95.

X-Tourer D-WP boot

The X-Tourer D-WP boots effortlessly combine versatility, comfort and all-weather protection for the perfect match to any of the outfits in the Explorer range.

Premium protection is catered for with rigid inserts around the malleolus and thermoformed reinforcement on the shin. A gear shifter guard provides a hard wearing surface for durability, with a differentiated rubber sole providing excellent grip in all weathers, both on and off the bike. Reflective inserts around the boot increase a riders visibility in all conditions.

Flexible joints allow the boot to pivot whilst walking, ensuring the X-Tourer D-WP is comfortable to wear at all times. A side closing zip and strap make them easy to put on and provide all riders with a snug, secure fit.

The D-WP waterproof membrane provides a warm and dry shelter in wet weather, leaving a rider to enjoy the road rather than worry about the conditions.

Coming in sizes 5-16, the X-Tourer D-WP is available in two colour options – black/anthracite and black/fluo-yellow – with an RRP of £169.95.

 

For more information on the Explorer range from Dainese, or to locate your nearest D-Store, visit dainese.com

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Dainese To Unveil The New D-air® Range At EICMA

The Dainese Group is heading to EICMA to present the third generation of the D-air® airbag, a line of racing and road products that is now available for women as well. The Vicenza-based brand will also showcase Explorer, the collection designed for Adventure and Road touring. AGV will present the new AX9 helmet and the new graphics for the Legends line.

The 2019 D-air® range marks the debut of the third generation of the Dainese airbag, which possesses improved ergonomics and efficiency. The bag and algorithm were specifically designed according to use, taking into account the different ways it can be activated and the most exposed areas of the body. For the track, there’s now the new Misano 2 D-air®, the professional suit made of leather. The airbag is also making its debut in some of Dainese’s most iconic road products, from the Avro D-air® suit, to the leather Racing 3 D-air® jacket and the Carve Master 2 D-air®, the Gore-Tex garment dedicated to sport touring.The Tuono D-air®, the top-of-the-line, completes the collection. A number of garments are now also available for women, like the Misano 2 Lady D-air®, the first professional leather suit for women equipped with an airbag, the Avro Lady D-air®, and the Racing 3 Lady D-air®. The products from the Lady line faithfully reflect the features of the airbags present in the men’s line, such as the bag, which possesses internal microfilaments protected by 27 patents.

These microfilaments are the distinctive feature of the D-air® bag, which forms the heart of the system. It’s the key feature that prevents it from losing its shape and guarantees controlled inflation along with even pressure and protection over the entire surface. Thanks to ongoing research and the analysis of more than 2,000 activations, the bag in the D-air® system is designed to only cover the areas of the body that actually need protection, allowing it to strike a perfect balance between safety and ergonomics, ensured by a system that is 37% lighter than the previous version. The completely invisible airbag is now better integrated into garments and guarantees comfort equal to that of a traditional jacket.

Dainese is also unveiling at EICMA Explorer, the new collection that is the fruit of research conducted in conjunction with MIT to develop space suits by analysing, studying and mapping “lines of non-extension”: areas of the body along which body movement causes neither stretching or contraction. The result of this knowledge is unbeatable lightness and comfort. The pieces in this collection were created to protect drivers and passengers from the most extreme climates and adverse weather conditions.The Antartica suit is the key piece of the Explorer collection and marries protection, comfort and style for the Adventure world, offering exceptional isolation from the outside temperature and atmospheric agents.The Antartica suit is joined by the Gran Turismo, which was designed for road touring and long days on the bike, keeping steering as easy as possible thanks to its superior fit.

Alongside Explorer will be the unveiling of the AGV AX9, the new helmet that, together with SPORTMODULAR, completes the AGV touring range. The AX9 helmet is designed for long trips, fulfilling the need for top-of-the-line comfort with its high quality interior and advanced ventilation system. The fibre composite shell makes the AX9 one of the lightest helmets in its segment.The Pista GP R and Corsa R, at the top of the racing range, in addition to two new Legends X3000 and X70 liveries, will also be showcased, together with the touring line.

All of the new Dainese Group products being introduced at EICMA 2018 will be on display in Pavilion 15, Stand I06.

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Settantadue: Demon Flower – Untamed Creativity

“I try to create pieces that everyone can have some sort of emotional connection to or conjure up some sort of nostalgia.” – Othelo Gervacio, artist and Settantadue collaborator

The Patina72 is unlike any other jacket. Designed for the individual in everyone, this star of the Demon Flower collection is truly unique – no two Patina72 jackets are the same.

But where did the inspiration come from and how did New York artist Othelo Gervacio become involved in designing one of the standout pieces of the Settantadue brand?

Dainese Settantadue art director Renato Montagner explains “The Patina jacket shows the great skills that Dainese has in working leather. It is born from a collaboration with Othelo Gervacio, a NY painter I met while working with Scott Campbell. He is a Harley Davidson owner but doesn’t look like a Harley biker. Loves motocross, but just because he wants to get dirty and hear the roar. And he loves Valentino Rossi as well, even without being the typical Rossi fan. Othelo fully expresses the freedom of not wearing a uniform: not a biker, not a café racer, ‘just’ a guy who loves bikes.”

The Settantadue brand is focused on the connection between rider and bike, the freedom of the open road and the nostalgia that comes from remembering bikes of old and the memories attached to them. Othelo has his own individual history when it comes to bikes:

“I have been riding motorbikes for about ten years now. I started with a 1974 Honda CB that I brought back to life and customised myself to resemble a flat track racer. It was great to learn the basic mechanics of a bike and enable myself to handle most of the maintenance. I had a few random bikes in between, including a Triumph Chopper, but now I have a daily rider – a 1988 Harley Davidson Sportster. I do, however, have an appreciation for all types of bikes: race, dirt, dual, touring – anything on two wheels and over 300cc’s!”

Where did the inspiration come from to combine flowers with the world of motorcycling and where did Demon Flower come from? Othelo takes us through his inspirations and thought process that created the stunning one of a kind artwork that adorns the liner of the Patina72.

“I was inspired by the history and spirit of Dainese, especially drawing from the origins of the brand. Also, I just love the aesthetic of the world around racing. The suits, the personalised bikes, the adornments – all inspired what I have designed. Last but not least, the Speed Demon – such an amazing representation of the brand and speaks to anyone who rides!

“I discovered the Demon Flower after doing a bit of research in trying to find a personal connection between my art and the Dainese Settantadue brand. I couldn’t have found a better subject matter than the Tacca Chantrieri. It is a flowering plant that resembles a demon or black bat: 12 inches across and with long ‘whiskers’ that can grow up to 28 inches. They can grow over a metre high and are native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. I had never seen such a flower before, almost seeming like they could have come from another planet. Of course, I was intrigued to paint such an eerily beautiful plant and include it into my language for the Dainese Settantadue collaboration.”

Soft drum-dyed premium leather is treated to obtain a distinctive patina that is only removed when the garment is complete, using a special manual brushing technique. The result is a jacket with unique tonal variations and an exceptionally soft, warm feel.

The refinement of the garment is further enhanced with gold metal zips and a lining created, and printed exclusively for Dainese Settantadue, by the New York artist Othelo Gervacio. This is why no two Patina72 jackets are alike.

With an RRP of £899.95 the Patina72 is available in the unique, manual brushed Cordovan in UK sizes 34 – 50.

Demon Flower: for the untamed creative in all of us.

For more information visit www.dainesesettantadue.com and join in the conversation using #dainesesettantadue and #dainese72

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Dainese is Back at Intermot with Explorer and the New D-Air® Product Range

After ten years, the Dainese Group returns to INTERMOT with exciting new Touring products and airbag technology. Dainese introduces Explorer, the new product line made especially for on & off road Adventure Touring. The third generation of D-air® products is also debuting, making available the highest level of protection for every type of use, including for female riders. AGV introduces AX9, the helmet that combines the best of both Touring and off road.

With the release of Explorer, the new Dainese product line, the definition of Touring is updated to incorporate these products, which are the perfect blend of technology, comfort, and safety.

From the glacial cold of the Arctic Circle to scorching hot deserts, by way of Alpine passes and infinite lengths of road, the Dainese Explorer products are designed to protect pilots and passengers in the most extreme weather conditions.

Dainese is making use of the experience it gained with MIT in developing the gear for the astronauts who will go on Mission to Mars 2030. Special attention has been given to analyzing, studying, and mapping the lines of non-extension: The areas of the body along which body movement causes neither stretching or contraction. This knowledge has led to a guarantee of unprecedented lightness and comfort in a product with advanced ergonomics and an exceptional fit.

Designed for on & off road Adventure riding on the planet’s coldest land, the Antarctica outfit is the adventurous soul of Explorer. Antarctica offers exceptional isolation from external temperatures and atmospheric agents. It also embodies Dainese’s technological excellence, providing highly innovative solutions like the Fast-Fit lumbar band that can be adjusted externally to customize the fit without having to open the garment, and the new patented Trixior® material that ensures superior abrasion resistance.

In Cologne, Dainese will also introduce its new product range with the integrated D-air® airbag, which has been expanded and completely updated to guarantee an unparalleled level of protection and to meet the needs of every type of motorbike rider. Relying on more than 20 years of research and the analysis of over 1,500 deployments, the bag in the D-air® system has been purposely designed to only cover areas of the body that truly require protection. Plus, the protection has been diversified according to track or road use. For the first time, Dainese’s D-air® airbag, the company’s feather in its cap, is now integrated into a divisible suit and also comes in a women’s version for female customers.

The historic Italian brand AGV is once again proving itself to be the natural extension of the Dainese Group head-to-toe safety system. Pista GP R is the perfect complement to the D-air® product range. It represents the state of the art for technology applied to protection, which is further confirmation of its role as the crowned jewel in the AGV racing product range.

The new AX9 helmet is being seen for the first time at Intermot. This helmet together with SPORTMODULAR, the 2017 breakthrough, complete the AGV Touring range and stand out as the ideal complements to the Dainese Explorer line.

AX9 combines the comfort of a Touring helmet with the style of an Off Road helmet. AX9 inherited the visor with Max Pinlock from the world of the Grand Tours, then it added a more comfortable lining and borrowed lightness from the Off Road sector, all of which places this helmet firmly in the top of its category.

All of the Dainese Group new products being introduced at INTERMOT 2018 will be on display in Pavilion 8, Stand C024-D029.

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Sport-style kit this summer from Dainese

It’s time to make the most of the British summer, so for those style-conscious riders who enjoy weekend rides on their sports bikes, Italian protection specialist Dainese has got you covered. Combining the Italian penchant for looking your best whatever you’re wearing with their top-level protection technology, Dainese has a variety of sports-styled kit to suit you – whether you’re riding a BMW S1000R, Honda CB1000R, Moto Guzzi V7 or anything else for that matter…

The Racing 3 is an iconic jacket and evolves this year with radical new features, whilst retaining the same dream fit with dedicated models for men and women. Tough Tutu cowhide leather with air intakes and perforated cooling zones helps to keep body temperature at a comfortable level. S1 fabric and microelastic 2.0 stretch zones ensure a perfect fit.

Replaceable aluminium shoulder plates are combined with composite protectors to offer a high level of safety and performance. Pockets for the double chest protector, G1 and G2 back protectors are included whilst two outer pockets make sure valuables stay safe whilst on the move.

This light, flexible and agile jacket is available in five colours (white/black/red, black/fluo-red, red/black/white, /black/fluo-yellow and black), and in UK sizes 34 – 54 (sizes 8 – 22 for women) with an RRP of £399.95.
With Dainese standard jacket-to-pant fasteners, this jacket can be fastened to any leather pant in Dainese’s range. But the star of the show is the Delta 3, an all-new sports pant designed to match the sport jacket range for agile comfort. Hip adjusters and S1 fabric with elasticated inserts ensure great fit and flexibility.

Tutu leather with perforated cooling zones provide tough abrasion resistance. Protection comes in the form of certified protectors at the hips and knees. Pista knee sliders and suit-to-boot fastening system complete a performance package with distinctive Dainese style in dedicated models for men and women.

With an RRP of £349.95, the Delta 3 is available in UK sizes 28 – 48 (sizes 6 – 22 for women) and in four different colours (black/white/red, black/white, black/fluo-yellow and black/fluo-red).

As a more relaxed alternative, the Charger jeans for men and Amelia jeans for women offer incredible protection thanks to fabric woven with aramid fiber that provides rigid protection at the knee and Pro-Shape soft armor at the hips.

A perfect addition for further protection, the Pro Armor back protector is constructed of expanded nitrile rubber with a perforated structure. The protector bends and stretches longitudinally and laterally, and is held in place by removable shoulder straps and an adjustable lumbar band.

The Pro Armor back protector is available in either short or long in sizes XS – M, L – 2XL with an RRP of £109.95.
A sport boot derived directly from the Torque family, the super-light, CE-certified Course D1 Out is a perfect choice for this sports-style outfit. Combining protection and style, it offers a bicolor replaceable plastic slider and a thermoplastic version of Dainese’s excellent D-Axial hinge system.

The Course D1 Out is available in UK sizes 5 – 13 and comes in four different colours (black/white/red-lava, black/anthracite, black/fluo-yellow, black/fluo-red and black/anthracite) with an RRP of £239.95.

For a more relaxed, casual look the Raptors are the perfect option. These lightweight, ankle-hugging shoes come with ventilation and a multi-grip sole making them ideal for summer.

Featuring ankle protection, asymmetrical lacing and stand-out colorways enhanced by reflective inserts, they are a great alternative around town and on the open road.

Available in UK sizes 4 – 12, in three colour options (black/anthracite, black/white/red-lava and black/fluo-red) with an RRP of £139.95.
To complete the outfit, the Druid D1 Long motorcycle gloves provide high-level protection with carbon composite inserts at the knuckles and back. Resistance to impacts and wear is catered for with polyurethane inserts on the palm, finger joints and little finger.

Available in four different colours (black, black/fluo-yellow, black/fluo-red and black/white/lava-red) in sizes XS – 2XL with an RRP of £169.95.

For more information, or to locate your local Dainese dealer visit: dainese.com
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Dainese Settantadue: Speed Leather – Make Your Own History

“We entered the Dainese vault and got inspired: there’s so much history there! Dainese Settantadue is our contemporary interpretation of the history of riding wear.” – Cristiano Silei, CEO of Dainese

The Speed Leather range focuses on the importance and love of the leather jacket; jackets that hark back to the racing suits that Dainese produced at the start of its journey. Staying true to Italian heritage, the jackets are the epitome of style, beauty and effortless elegance – while incorporating the latest safety technology.

Freccia 72

The arrow (Freccia) is a time-honoured symbol that almost everyone can relate to. More than just a graphical symbol used to point or indicate direction, multiple arrows (such as those on the back of Agostini’s suit or on Freccia 72) traditionally stand for speed.

Combined with Dainese’s twin horizontal bands and vertical stripes down the sleeves, the Freccia 72 is made from superior quality cowhide leather and features removable integrated Pro Armor protection. The printed cotton liner reproduces historical Dainese racing suits, a reminder of the Freccia 72’s origins.

Available in Red/White, Blue/White and Black, the Freccia 72 has an RRP of £449.95, in UK sizes 34 – 50. The Freccia 72 is also available in a cut expressly tailored for women in UK sizes 6 – 20.

 
Toga 72

Channel your inner 70s soul with the Toga 72 leather jacket and re-live some of Dainese’s history.

Combining past and present with unique details, distinctive cuts and removable Pro Armor protection for shoulders and elbows, the Toga 72 takes the design of the very first of Dainese’s racing suits and recreates it with today’s materials and technologies.

With an RRP of £529.95 the Toga 72 is available in White/Red or Black, in UK sizes 34 – 50.

 
Rapida 72

Celebrate the DNA of the two-piece leather suits of the 70s with the Rapida 72, the stars of an era gone by that’s timeless. Created to reference the uncompromising spirit of Dainese’s racing history, Rapida 72 combines Dainese functionality with advanced technology.

Crafted in soft Sol cowhide with Pro Armor protection for outstanding safety, comfort and style the Rapida 72 features elegant drawings of Dainese’s history on the interior liner.

Available in black with red and white details on the sleeves, Rapida 72 carries an RRP of £499.95, in UK sizes 34 – 50.

 
Speed Leather: Passion leads to innovation like night follows day. Laying landmarks in the history of motorcycling. Form following function in designs as striking as their revolutionary performance on track and road. Creating the styles of champions and stars. A collection of unique statements, waiting to be brought to life by those with the same passionate spirit: make your own history.

For more information visit www.dainesesettantadue.com and join in the conversation using #thisisdainese72

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Dainese presents the new Custom Works experience

Dainese presents Custom Works, a service for the personalisation of Dainese garments. A multi-channel experience that begins online, with the 3D Configurator, and continues in the Store where the personalised garment is delivered to the Customer; an engaging process that combines the practicality of digital configuration with the craftsmanship of a unique, handmade product.

With Custom Works, Dainese offers all bikers the quality and know-how it has acquired with more than 45 years of experience in the production of personalised leather suits. For nearly half a century Dainese has grown, collaborated and shared its goals with the greatest riders of all time from Giacomo Agostini to Valentino Rossi. Over this same period Dainese has always ranked first when it comes to innovation.

Thanks to Custom Works anyone can have a tailor-made garment and create his or her own unique design, choosing from a vast array of leather colours and accessories, with the option of adding words and images.

Custom Works is now a fully updated multi-channel experience. Accessible via the website, the brand-new 3D configurator allows each motorcyclist to personalise his/her leather suit, jacket or pants in real time, with a simple, engaging and interactive digital experience. The customer can see a preview of the garment, change the colours of the various parts, select accessories(plates, sliders), and upload words and images that are immediately visible on the 3D garment.

Once the design is complete, the biker saves the model and books an appointment during which sizes are taken. The purchase is then completed at a Certified Custom Works Center-a network of stores authorised and certified by Dainese to offer the Custom Works service. The 25 anatomical measurements needed for the personalised garment are taken with the support of a specialised consultant. Special consideration is also given to the customer’s specific needs and the expected use of the product. At the Store, customers can actually touch the technology, materials, finishes and accessories that give life to the most advanced Grand Prix leather suits and that are also used to create the customised garment.

With Custom Works, every customer can wear an absolutely unique Dainese garment.

Dainese Custom Works: as unique as you are

Try the new Configurator at: customworks.dainese.com

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Dainese Exhibits At The 2018 Motor Bike Expo

Dainese Exhibits At The 2018 Motor Bike Expo With A Booth Dedicated To The New Dainese Settantadue Brand

The style of historic garments meets latest-generation technology: the Dainese Group’s new brand presents outerwear from its Speed Leather, Archetypes and Demon Flower lines at the Verona event.

Following the success of 2017, Dainese returns to the Motor Bike Expo and presents Dainese Settantadue, the Group’s new brand. Dainese Settantadue resurrects the history of motorcycle clothing in the glory years and gives it a Contemporary Heritage twist, with garments that combine elegance and technical solutions able to satisfy today’s safety requirements.

Art Director Renato Montagner explains the guideline that led to the birth of the new brand: “The main thread of Settantadue lies in its interpretation of Dainese’s origins and 45 years of experience, always at the forefront of innovation. The traditional processing of the leather, the attention paid to details recreated especially for each piece, the integration of Pro-Armor protectors without distorting shapes or equilibriums: a fusion, rather than a revisiting of past garments. Just as history is not only made up of heroes, style does not only belong to champions. This is why we’ve also taken inspiration from the every-day biker, who finds the bike to be a form of expression and keeps the spirit of this passion alive. For example, models like the Toga and the Chiodo were not linked to prominent figures in the past but have always represented a clearly recognisable image”.

The leather jacket is the star of the first Dainese Settantadue collection, a timeless garment that unites generations of motorcycle lovers. Lines include: Archetypes, Speed Leather and Demon Flower. All created with meticulous attention to detail, they are inspired by key stylistic elements from the past. Archetypes focuses on cult products such as the Chiodo, the classic leather jacket much loved by bikers, rockers and travellers in the 60s and 70s. Speed Leather brings jackets like Toga72 and Rapida72 to the attention of the public, jackets that hark back to the racing suits that Dainese produced at the start of its journey. The Demon Flower line presents Patina72, with its unique lining created for Dainese Settantadue by New York artist Othelo Gervacio and enhanced with a hand-finished treatment of the drum-dyed leather.

From 18 to 21 January, the entire collection will be on show in Hall 4, stand 14I.

The Dainese Settantadue brand narrative continues online with a dedicated website and social profiles that express the genuine passion for this original and authentic lifestyle day after day.

WEBSITE: www.dainesesettantadue.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/dainese72
Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/dainese72
Spotify: www.spotify.com/user/dainese72
Facebook: www.facebook.com/dainese72

Locations:
DAINESE SETTANTADUE: Hall 4, Stand 14I
DAINESE D-MOBILE RACING TRUCK: Hall 6, stand 23N

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Dainese enlarges its iconic motorcycle heritage collection

Dainese enlarges its iconic motorcycle heritage collection with summer and female garments

Dainese, the legendary Italian protection company that created the motorcycle protection category, presents new men and female summer wear at Motor Bike Expo 2016. The new collection features lighter or perforated heritage garments and a dedicated product line for women riders searching for both technicality and style. Worldwide renowned for producing functional, technical performance gear for the world’s top motorcycle racers and recreational motorcyclists, with its vintage collection Dainese showcases a markedly different approach that emphasizes style, while maintaining protection from the elements and injury.

The product line pays homage to Dainese’s roots by fusing its Italian heritage with rugged, vintage style. The collection consists of lifestyle apparel and accessories, including jackets, shirting, knitwear, gloves and footwear in an assortment of earth tones, both for men and women’s wear. The company expertise in working with high-quality, full-grain leathers is exemplified in the collection’s outerwear and accessories that feature a myriad of treatment, finishes and protective aspects. Several elements feature utilitarian elements that meet various motorcycle safety certifications.

The collection’s outerwear offers various elements of rider protection and comes in a variety of finishes, such as waxed cowhide and suede leather. Men’s outerwear Heston and York and female jacket Keira Lady include a pocket to accept back protector – a motorcycle-safety innovation pioneered by Dainese more than 30 years ago. Each jacket features soft removable Pro-Shape protectors (Pro-Armor ready) built into the shoulder and elbow, as well as reflective inserts. The menswear apparel features masculine, classic styled cotton garments with protective elements like internal DuPont™ Kevlar® reinforcements for McKellen trousers.

Outerwear retails from € 399,95 to € 599,95, trousers are available at € 159,95, while apparel, including new Scrawl and Pocket t-shirts and Helmore sweater, ranges from € 39,95 to € 149,95.

Dainese is recognized for its motorcycle footwear, and the new collection features different shoe styles, ranging from Walken, full-length waxed cowhide and canvas boots, to Vicky Lady, female high quality full grain cowhide leather boots. While incorporating elements of weather and injury protection, the footwear is uniquely designed for comfort on and off the road. Rigid inserts, gear shifter guards and reinforcements are featured throughout the collection.

Ellis Man and Lady gloves showcase Dainese’s leather craftsmanship and feature premium goatskin leather. Like Dainese’s racing gloves, the new heritage varieties include soft reinforcements on knuckles.

Footwear ranges from € 149,95 to € 199,95, while gloves from € 49,95 to € 99,95.

Discover the new Dainese vintage products at www.dainese.com.

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D-air® Misano 1000. The future of protection is in D-air®

Dainese celebrates 1000 deployments of the D-air® system by presenting the D-air® Misano 1000 leather jacket. This new Dainese product features a stand-alone electronically deployed air-bag for road use.

Misano Adriatico, Thursday 10th September 2015 – During an exclusive party held at the Riviera Golf Resort in San Giovanni in Marignano (RN) dedicated to all Moto GP professionals and the International press Dainese celebrated 1000 deployments of the D-air® system and presented the first stand-alone Dainese air-bag jacket for road use. To celebrate this important milestone, the newest Dainese jacket was named “Misano 1000”.

The future of protection is in D-air® and the data recorded by Dainese over the past 15 years prove just that. More than 1000 deployments on racetracks and open roads all over the world have been documented and analysed by the development team confirming the effectiveness and reliability of the system. The amount of data acquired thanks to these deployments further contributed to the continuos fine tuning of Dainese’s proprietary triggering algorithms.

The new Misano 1000 leather jacket operates without need of sensor kit fitted to the motorcycle.

The sensors, electronics and the GPS, in this configuration, are housed in the back protector.

The Dainese patented 3D airbag has an inner micro-filament structure which provides uniform inflation of 5cm over all surfaces to provide maximum protection and comfort. The patented construction of the air-bag is unique and differs from all other air-bags used in the automotive industry.

The triggering algorithm, the true brain of the system, utilizes six sensors hosted in the back-protector to monitor the dynamics of the rider’s body 800 times a second and determines when to deploy the system in the event of impacts, high-sides and low-slides with tumbling.

The Misano 1000 air-bag system works in synergy with the back and chest-protectors, safeguarding the riders collar bone, chest and back as well as limiting excessive strain to the neck.

The integration of the ON/OFF switch in the jacket closing flap provides an additional safety factor. An LED on the right arm shows the status of the system. The jacket which will be available, in two color schemes, from November at the price of €1499.

“With the Misano 1000, Dainese widens its range of airbag products reinforcing its total commitment to safety”, said Cristiano Silei, Dainese CEO. “The 1000 deployments of the D-air® system represent a true milestone in the adoption of electronic air-bag systems for motorcyclists. The future of protection is in D-air®.”

Dainese, Ducati

Ducati receives the Professor Ferdinand Porsche award for technological innovation on the Multistrada 1200 S D|air

The University of Technology of Vienna (TU-Wien) has awarded the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S D|air with the prestigious prize named after Professor Ferdinand Porsche. This is the first time the honour, assigned every two years by the Viennese University for outstanding technological innovation in the automotive industry, has been awarded to a factory motorcycle.

The prize-giving ceremony was held on Friday 19 June at the Vienna University Festival Hall to commemorate the innovative genius of automobile pioneer Ferdinand Porsche (1875 –1951), Laurea Honoris Causa of the University of Technology of Vienna, and so reward European engineering excellence.

This year the prize went to Ducati and Dainese on account of the engineering innovation shown by both companies in a ground-breaking engineering project focused on improving safety.

Professor Bernhard Geringer, Director of the Institute of Automotive Engines and Technology of the University of Technology of Vienna and coordinator of the Professor Ferdinand Porsche Award organising committee, formally thanked Claudio Domenicali, Ducati Motor Holding CEO, who was present at the cefremony. He then handed over the 2015 prize to Federico Sabbioni, Head of Vehicle Project Management of Ducati Motor Holding. On receiving the award Mr. Sabbioni stated “It’s an honour to represent the company at such an important ceremony. Ducati has always been committed to safety. Over the last ten years we’ve developed numerous systems for this purpose; from ABS, which today is a standard feature on all our motorcycles, and which is now available on the Multistrada 1200 complete with Cornering function, to Traction and Wheelie Control, as well as semi-active suspension. Passive safety is equally important when riding a motorcycle. Constructive, pioneering teamwork between Ducati and Dainese has led to the evolution of the D|air Street® System incorporated on the Multistrada 1200: it now includes a new algorithm that senses when the motorcycle is sliding out from underneath the rider and consequently activates the airbag. Moreover, the on-board system of sensors and control units has been developed together with the motorcycle to ensure quality and reliability. A huge step forwards for safety, then, but also an exceptional engineering achievement, the outcome of two brilliant companies with a strong R&D focus”.

The new Multistrada 1200 S D|air is a milestone in terms of technological innovation and riding pleasure. It provides, as a complement to other as-standard bike safety features, an intelligent vehicle-integrated system that is wireless-connected to Dainese-made Ducati Apparel D|air airbag jackets. The Multistrada D|air system analyses the data and can inflate the jacket airbags (rider and passenger) in just 45 milliseconds, considerably reducing the risk of impact-related injuries. The Multistrada 1200 S D|air has TÜV SÜD certification, issued by the authoritative German body responsible for wearable airbag standards.

The 2015 version of the Multistrada 1200 S D|air will be available in European Ducati Dealerships starting from the end of July.

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Giacomo Agostini and Marco Lucchinelli together with Dainese to present the webisode #5 “Old Dogs”

The 15 times World Champion Giacomo Agostini and Marco Lucchinelli yesterday evening presented the fifth episode of the Dainese webseries at the Deus Café in Milan entitled Old Dogs.

The two Italian riders who have made international history – told the gathered press and motorcycle industry professionals about their experiences working with Dainese, a company that accompanied and assisted them both throughout their careers.

“When I started racing, racing leathers were little more than a layer of hide and didn’t protect us. If you fell, there was a real danger of hurting yourself. The leathers split apart, helmets weren’t safe and the tracks were dangerous – there were footpaths, guardrails and no run off areas. The driving passion behind Lino Dainese was to change things…he always sought compromises to make riders feel safer but that did not affect aerodynamics, lightness or comfort. He achieved just that – he created thicker but light racing suits, introduced the use of protection for the knees and back and investigated the potential use of airbags for more than 10 years” said Giacomo Agostini.

Marco Lucchinelli instead remembers how “Dainese has always been a very important brand name but what made it stand out from the rest was the passion Lino put into it. This went far beyond just business and mere interest. I’ll give you an example – the only year I didn’t use a Dainese suit – the year in which I won the World Championship – my Spanish sponsor couldn’t provide me with the suit I wanted. Despite this, Lino made me one and, to round things off, even put the Spanish sponsor’s name on it. That says it all – it was the spirit of both Lino and Dainese, to protect the rider before all else”.

As regards suits that can no longer be used, Dainese have now found a way of keeping them alive by recycling them and keeping their DNA intact. At this event, the company presented “moto re-cycling” in collaboration with Regenesi.

This company offers a range of accessories and small leather articles made from racing leathers used during actual championship races and testing sessions.

Dainese, Yamaha

Yamaha and Dainese Together for the Launch of the New R1M

Dainese and Yamaha have renewed their partnership at the global launch of the R1 and R1M. During the presentation to international media at Eastern Creek in Australia, Dainese unveiled the customised version of its D-Air® Racing air bag suits based on the colour schemes and style of the R1M.

Yamaha’s instructors will also use the air bag suits during YRE (Yamaha Racing Experience), the exclusive event dedicated to all European owners of R1M planned at four European circuits including Mugello, Spa, Brno and Nürburgring. During YRE events the Dainese will offer R1M owners the chance to take advantage of its ‘made to measure’ service.

The project linked closely with the launch of the R1M represents just one of the partnerships, which sees Dainese and Yamaha working together to enhance passionate rider safety.

Stefano Grasselli, sales director for Dainese’s D-air product line commented: “At this early stage of the agreement with a prestigious partner such as Yamaha, we are more than happy. To be here, alongside Yamaha at the launch of such an important model as the R1M, makes us extremely proud and drives us even harder to look for further forms of collaboration aimed at meeting our respective customer requirements while providing everyone with maximum safety and satisfaction”.

Paolo Pavesio, Yamaha Motor Europe marketing division manager, added: “I would say that it has been quite natural to work Dainese to enrich the available package around R1M. The bike itself gives the closest experience to a MotoGP bike a customer can buy and the Yamaha Racing Experience we’re offering to all R1M 2015 customers in July will enhance this link. Thanks to Dainese our R1M customers will also have the possibility to get a tailor-made R1M inspired racing suit with the innovative D-Air air bag technology. The best works with the best”.

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Dainese announces Safety partnership with Misano World Circuit with the D-Air® line

During the Motor Bike Expo held at Verona Fiera from 23 to 25 January, in a press conference organised by the Misano circuit, Dainese announced its new partnership with the Misano World Circuit. The co-operation between the two organisations regards the safety and spreading the knowledge of D-Air® – Dainese’s bike airbag – that is available on the market in both racing and road versions.

With D-Air®, Dainese will be a constant presence at the circuit and will actively take part in the free practice with introductory briefings for the riders who will race at the MWC. Particular attention will be paid to the knowledge and technologies available to increase safety, both on the track and on the road, promoting and favouring the knowledge of Dainese D-Air® technology. The co-operation with the Italian brand also provides exclusive official clothing for the whole Misano team, as well as a Dainese merchandising line to be designed.

Stefano Grasselli, Dainese D-Air® Sales Director, commented with satisfaction on the agreement with the Misano circuit: “We are convinced that the co-operation with one of the most important circuits can contribute to the diffusion and knowledge of the best safety tool Dainese has designed and launched on the market, the D-Air®. We hope the path shared with MWC lasts through the years in order to increase every motorcyclist’s attention to safety.”

Andrea Albani, MWC Sales & Sport Manager states: “Misano World Circuit is committed to the culture of safety, both on the road and on the track. This happens through special projects realised in co-operation with institutions, structural interventions and commercial partnerships. The program shared with a prestigious company such as Dainese allows us to make the knowledge of new and innovative technologies systematic, and therefore to raise the awareness of tens of thousands of motorcyclists that regularly use our facility.”

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Dainese and Valentino Rossi Remember Marco Simoncelli at the Italian Grand Prix

This morning Valentino Rossi lined up at his home circuit at Mugello wearing a truly special Dainese suit. With #thisforSIC58 embroidered on the back, Rossi showed his support to the Marco Simoncelli foundation, an organisation dedicated to the memory of his friend Marco.

The suit will be worn by Rossi during the race weekend and will be put up for auction on Wednesday 18th June at 2PM (GMT +2:00).

All information about the auction and product details will be available on the brand-new Dainese website dainese.com, which goes live on Friday 13th June.

Through the purchase of the nine-time world champion’s suit, the lucky winner will contribute to the support of the Santa Marta project, a day centre for the disabled that the Simoncelli Foundation is building near Coriano, Marco’s home town.

Rossi’s suit is the first of many original Dainese products worn by world champion riders that will be available on dainese.com.

#thisforSIC58 was created in honour of Marco Simoncelli and to support charitable projects backed by the Foundation dedicated to his memory.

Each of the items purchased on dainese.com will be delivered to the lucky winners in special display cases, complete with a signature by its first famous owner.

Dainese, Ducati

The Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring D|air

Ducati introduces the Multistrada 1200 S Touring D|air model, featuring an integrated, intelligent safety system wirelessly connected to Ducati Apparel D|air® airbag jackets by Dainese. Marking a “world’s first‟ in the motorcycle industry and combining the innovative designs from two famous Italian brands, the new Ducati model takes a significant step forward in two-wheel safety.

The cooperation of expertise between Ducati and Dainese has produced an intelligent system that uses sensors built into the Multistrada 1200 S Touring’s electronics to constantly understand the vehicle’s dynamic situation, deploying only when subjected to a genuine accident scenario. The Multistrada D|air® system completes the data analysis and airbag deployment inside both the rider and passenger jackets in just 45 milliseconds, considerably reducing the risk of injury upon impact.

The Ducati D|air® is the first production motorcycle with an integrated jacket airbag system to complete the necessary tests for certification by Germany’s rigorous TÜV SÜD, the association responsible for defining the standards for wearable airbags. Ducati’s premiere of the technology, developed with Dainese, further underlines the Italian motorcycle manufacturer‟s commitment to enhanced safety, already represented by their Ducati Safety Pack consisting of multi-level ABS, traction control and power-controlling Ride-by-Wire.

The Ducati Multistrada D|air®, which is also equipped with Ducati’s semi-active Skyhook suspension, will be available in European Ducati Dealerships from May 2014 onwards along with the D|air® Street jackets.

Multistrada D|air® Street technology
Now common place in the automotive world, the airbag remains the most effective passive safety system. A really effective motorcycle airbag for street use, however, must have a deployment time of less than 80 milliseconds in order to provide adequate protection to the rider against the impact of another vehicle. Until now, this system simply did not exist.

Ducati’s Multistrada D|air® system is designed to deploy in just 45 milliseconds, protecting the rider and passenger’s body exposed to impact by absorbing the forces with an airbag expertly built into the jacket by Dainese. The airbag system is capable of split-second inflation without hindering the rider and intelligent enough to understand the difference between a potentially dangerous accident and a low-speed incident, or the motorcycle simply falling over.

This intelligence comes from a sophisticated algorithm, which manages data delivered from two triple-axis accelerometers fixed to the left and right fork bottoms of the Multistrada’s front suspension and an additional two rear triple-axis accelerometers mounted in the D|air® Electronic Control Unit (ECU) positioned under the seat. When the sensors detect a potentially dangerous crash scenario, an algorithm is triggered which takes just 25 milliseconds to decide if airbag deployment is necessary or not. If deployment is necessary the D|air® ECU onboard the Multistrada, which is continuously in bi-directional radio contact between the system and the Dainese jackets, initiates and completes airbag inflation in just 20 milliseconds, a total of 45 milliseconds from the start of impact.

The system adds just 1kg to the Multistrada and the only visual difference to the model is the addition of an extra LED display on the main instrumentation that constantly provides the system’s active status. The horizontal display is divided into three sections with illuminated displays from left to right for “Rider”, “D|air” and “Passenger”. Designed to provide reassurance to the user, both the green-coloured Rider and Passenger sections illuminate constantly to confirm that the rider‟s and passenger‟s airbag jacket is connected (paired) with the D|air® system and ready for use. The system is programmed to warn the user of a jacket system error by flashing slowly and will flash faster if the jacket has failed to connect to the system after 30 seconds of key-on. The central yellow light remains off when the system is active and ready for use, but will illuminate constantly to warn of a low battery in the airbag jacket or a D|air® system error.

The original round, dot-matrix part of the Multistrada‟s instrumentation is utilised to display information for rider and passenger airbag battery levels in addition to airbag jacket scheduled maintenance reminders.

Multistrada D|air® airbag deployment scenarios
The system’s intelligence is able to recognise the main scenarios in which the Multistrada D|air® must deploy its airbag jackets. Those scenarios include: a) the vehicle’s frontal impact into another object, b) collision impact into the side of a vehicle side or rear impact from another vehicle and c) when control is lost and the motorcycle is sliding on its side. In this last scenario, the airbag deploys ready to provide protection against the rider or passenger sliding into an obstacle.

By recognising these scenarios, the system avoids to deploy during non-dangerous incidents, such as aggressive sport riding, losing balance while manoeuvring at low speed or the motorcycle simply falling over while parked.

Multistrada D|air® Street jacket by Dainese
The Ducati D|air® Street jacket (not included with motorcycle) is designed for long-range touring and provides maximum protection and comfort by introducing the D|air® airbag technology with GORE-TEX® membrane. In addition to the D|air® Street airbag system, which is powered-on with a slide switch built into jacket, the garment is equipped with shoulder and elbow protectors and a Wave back protector inside a waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX® fabric with detachable thermal lining. The highly innovative system is designed, developed and patented by Italian manufacturer, Dainese S.p.A., a world leader in the field of protective clothing for motorcyclists.

The garment incorporates two high-pressure, three-dimensional, 12 litre structural airbags inflated by two ‘cold’ technology gas generators integrated into the jacket lining. The three-dimensional airbag structure provides a controlled, high-pressure expansion that assumes a pre-formed shape designed to wrap around and protect the rider’s body. The jacket, which weighs just 1.5kg more than an ordinary jacket, feels exactly the same as a conventional garment, while achieving maximum impact absorption with minimum bulk.

The D|air® Street jacket reduces impact energy transmitted to the body by up to 72% compared with a back protector and up to 89% compared with a chest protector. This substantially enhances back, collarbones and chest protection in addition to limiting the “tilting‟ of the wearer’s head in relation to the neck, by reducing excessive helmet movement while “tumbling‟ during an accident.

The D|air® Street jacket‟s integral system, which requires a maintenance check every 24 months starting from its first connection (pairing) with the Multistrada D|air®, is powered by a battery pack charged via a USB connection built into the garment, from which a 5 hour charge will guarantee 30 hours of autonomy. The D|air® jacket maintenance reminders and battery levels are clearly communicated to the rider via the Multistrada’s instrumentation.

The Multistrada 1200 S Touring D|air
The brand new D|air® system is fully integrated into the highly acclaimed Multistrada 1200 S Touring, the multi-tasking motorcycle that features confidence-inspiring electronics, including the advanced Ducati Skyhook Suspension (DSS).

The D|air® introduction continues the Multistrada adventure with a long list of fascinating and high-tech features that enhance the model’s reputation for industry-changing innovation, including the second generation Testastretta 11° DS engine and the Bosch ABS 9ME braking system with full Riding Mode integration.

Combining ground-breaking design and unprecedented technology, the Multistrada’s Sport, Touring, Urban and Enduro Riding Modes enable a truly enjoyable and customisable riding experience separated by just one click. The four-bikes-in-one concept makes instant adjustment to power and torque delivery in addition to electronic adjustment of suspension settings, traction control, ABS and Ducati Skyhook Suspension, instantly transforming the Multistrada to suit its rider and environment with precision.

Hailed as a true “game-changing‟ motorcycle, the Multistrada 1200 S Touring has attracted all types of riders by removing the borders between motorcycle categories. With the latest 150hp Testastretta 11° DS engine, a class-leading dry weight of just 207kg* and the application of advanced ergonomics, the Multistrada is not only powerful and playful, but also a comfortable and versatile adventure on two wheels. The eight-level DTC and three-level ABS of the Ducati Safety Pack (DSP) is now in addition to the innovative new D|air® system, further underlining Ducati’s focus on performance safety.

Dressed in Ducati red, the early entry 2015 Multistrada 1200 S Touring D|air comes fully equipped with additional side luggage, heated grips and centre stand and will be available in European Ducati dealerships from May 2014 onwards.

*New Multistrada 1200 S Touring D|air model

Ducati Multistrada D-Air® And Dainese: A Partnership For Motorcyclist Safety.
Dainese is very proud to announce the first D-air® airbag to be fully integrated with a motorcycle. The Ducati Multistrada D-air® comes as standard with a system for wireless communication with D-air® Street Ducati and Dainese jackets.

D-air® is the only motorbike airbag system to have passed the rigid tests set by TÜV SÜD to obtain its prestigious certification. The system protects the rider from first impact with a total bag deployment time of just 45 milliseconds. This deployment time has also obtained certification from TÜV SÜD and verification from the ADAC (German Automobile Club), as well as the French SRA (Sécurité et Réparation Automobiles) who, for the first time awarded five stars to an airbag of this type.

The creation of the Multistrada D-air® is the result of a partnership between Ducati and Dainese, which is a very significant step in motorcyclist safety. For the first time, motorcycle and rider are no longer seen as two separate entities, but merge together and communicate “wirelessly” to provide maximum protection.

Dainese is happy to make this technology available to all other manufacturers who find this solution an interesting way of providing their customers with improved safety. At the same time Dainese will continue selling its own D-air® Street system, which can be fitted to all motorcycles that do not have it as standard

Dainese, Pirelli

Pirelli Partners With Dainese To Offer Customers A Free Back Protector

The offer will be open to all customers purchasing a set of Pirelli ANGEL GT or DIABLO ROSSO™ II tyres

Pirelli has teamed up with premium motorcycle clothing manufacturer Dainese to offer a free back protector to all customers who purchase a set of Pirelli ANGEL™ GT or DIABLO ROSSO™II tyres.

Rider safety is a crucial aspect of modern motorcycling, and Pirelli is pleased to offer customers the chance to own a high-quality back protector for free. Italian brand Dainese has become synonymous with style and safety thanks to over forty years in the industry.  Like Pirelli, Dainese is heavily present in the MCE British Superbike Championships supporting the series with rider safety research.

The Pirelli ANGEL™ GT was crowned MCN’s ‘Tyre of the Year 2013’ thanks to its sporty DNA, grip in the wet and exceptional mileage, making it a tyre that appeals to a broad spectrum of motorcyclists. The offer is also open to customers who purchase a set of DIABLO ROSSO™II tyres, ideal for riders of sports bikes looking for top performance on the road.

The offer runs from April 1st from participating dealers only and whilst stocks last. Customers can go to www.pirelli.co.uk/moto to find out who their nearest participating dealer is and once purchased ANGEL™ GT or DIABLO ROSSO™II tyres, they can upload proof of purchase to claim their free back protector.

Pirelli UK Product & Marketing Manager Jim Worland commented, “Pirelli and Dainese share key values in terms of rider safety and passion for motorcycling performance. As another premium Italian brand, we’re pleased to have this partnership with Dainese.

Due to its outstanding mileage, wet grip and sporty DNA, the Pirelli ANGEL™ GT appeals to such a wide range of motorcyclists. The feedback riders get when fitting ANGEL™ GT in all weather conditions really gives confidence and riding enjoyment, so knowing you have a top quality, well-fitting item of protection will only enhance the riding experience further.”

More information regarding Pirelli’s entire range of racing and road tyres can be found at www.pirelli.co.uk/moto and you can follow Pirelli on Facebook at ‘Pirelli Moto’.

Dainese, Ducati

Ducati Multistrada D-Air And Dainese: A Partnership For Motorcyclist Safety

Dainese is very proud to announce the first D-air® airbag to be fully integrated with a motorcycle. The Ducati Multistrada D-air® comes as standard with a system for wireless communication with D-air® Street Ducati and Dainese jackets.

D-air® is the only motorbike airbag system to have passed the rigid tests set by TÜV SÜD to obtain its prestigious certification. The system protects the rider from first impact with a total bag deployment time of just 45 milliseconds. This deployment time has also obtained certification from TÜV SÜD and verification from the ADAC (German Automobile Club), as well as the French SRA (Sécurité et Réparation Automobiles) who, for the first time awarded five stars to an airbag of this type.

The creation of the Multistrada D-air® is the result of a partnership between Ducati and Dainese, which is a very significant step in motorcyclist safety. For the first time, motorcycle and rider are no longer seen as two separate entities, but merge together and communicate “wirelessly” to provide maximum protection.

Dainese is happy to make this technology available to all other manufacturers who find this solution an interesting way of providing their customers with improved safety. At the same time Dainese will continue selling its own D-air® Street system, which can be fitted to all motorcycles that do not have it as standard.

Dainese

Dainese Champions Present The New Collection of Jackets Featuring Gore-Tex® Membranes

Discover the new Dainese – GORE-TEX® jackets with Valentino Rossi, Guy Martin, Andrea Iannone and Nicky Hayden. With their claim of “I’m a racer… and I wanna be”, the four Dainese riders invite you to discover the features of the GORE-TEX® jackets from the 2014 collection.

For the Touring market Dainese presents the CARVE MASTER GORE-TEX® and RIDDER GORE-TEX® jackets. The CARVE MASTER GORE-TEX® jacket has an aggressive look and was designed for those who use their bikes for sports and medium range touring, and for whom ergonomics, comfort and functionality are important. The

sporting nature of the jacket is underlined by leather covered thermoplastic pads on the shoulders and by the design that resembles race suit tops. Made entirely from Mugello elasticised fabric and with plenty of scope for adjustment, the Carve Master jacket provides exceptional mobility. Reflective inserts are positioned in key locations to ensure high visibility and improved safety on the road.

The RIDDER GORE-TEX® jacket was designed for motorcyclists looking for a technical garment to use on long trips, but that will also protect from the rain and cold temperatures. RIDDER has been designed to offer excellent comfort it has a laminated GORE-TEX® membrane, it’s waterproof and breathable and has a removable thermal lining. At the same time it is among the lightest jacket in the category so it does not over strain the body and restrict  movement  It  also  features a  padded  removable collar, ventilation  on the chest  and  back, many fit adjustments, the possibility of including the Chest Protector and reflective inserts make this jacket an inseparable travelling companion.

For the City market, Dainese has the CONCORDE GORE-TEX® jacket, which with its laminated GORE-TEX® membrane and soft outer fabric, facilitate quick drying and reduce wind-chill. Thanks to exceptional soft Pro- Shape guards made from an innovative material that adapts perfectly to the body and offers a ratio of impact energy absorption to weight, far in excess of our competitors. This hooded jacket offers a similar fit to non- technical garments, while maintaining contained volume near the protectors. Attention to detail includes the reflective inserts and the black metal opaque logo, which perfectly set off the look of this jacket.

BMW Motorrad, Dainese

Dainese and BMW together for the safety of motorcyclists

On Tuesday 5 November, at EICMA motorcycle show, BMW presented the DoubleR RaceAir, the BMW racing suit made using Dainese Racing technology.

This is the first product that the Munich-based company has introduced to the market after signing a cooperation agreement with Dainese to develop systems aimed at improving the passive safety of motorcyclists.

D-air is the outcome of a technological leap forward that breaks away from the traditional kind of standard protectors, introducing an intelligent platform capable of detecting accidents and intervening independently of the rider.

Bringing together the know-how and experience of the German company, a giant in the automotive industry, and the Molvena-based company, a leading world producer of technical clothing for motorcycle riders, will tangibly improve the safety of motorcyclists.

BMW’s next goal for 2015 is to launch D-air Street, the road air bag developed by Dainese, as OEM technology on their motorbikes.

The common goal of the the thethe Dainese and BMW is complete safety: formotorcyclists, vehicles and technical materials for clothing while raising the awarenessof motorcyclists via ongoing training programmes.