BS Battery has been investing heavily in all racing activities since 2017 , expanding its technical sponsorship and R & D programs in road race , enduro and rally racing - " all the most demanding disciplines and the harshest of conditions ," says General Manager Benjamin Sebban . " I think it is now possible to say that the BS Battery line-up is firmly established as an industry referencepoint throughout the international powersports market . " For us , after many years of development work and cooperation with many of the leading vehicle makers , we have decided to invest the very specific results of our research and development in the lithium battery sector . " We have developed a unique , ultra-resistant casing and ultra-robust terminals to make sure our batteries can be used in the most extreme conditions . Because our DNA is in racing , we know the demands that the racing environment places on batteries and now have the most advanced real- world solutions to make our BSLi-02 BS lithium battery the most robust , reliable and durable available . " The BS lithium BSLi-02 has a unique design with robust brass terminals and a composite fiber material case that can resist up to -230 degrees C . These
batteries are a waterproof design , are lightweight and have an extensive life cycle covering most of the existing circulating park fitments with 12 models in the range ." Approved , validated and used by many teams , such as GMT94 Yamaha Team ( WorldSSP ), Sherco Racing
HP Corse for Scout Bobber
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Factory Team ( Rally - Enduro ) and the Monster Energy Yamaha Rally Team , BS lithium batteries are " developed for the most demanding riders - those who are looking for higher performance , high resistance and longer life ." In 2022 , BS Battery has continued the expansion of its sponsorship program with a new partnership with Kawasaki Bud Racing - the well-known French MX team - as its Official Technical Sponsor . " Validated and homologated by Kawasaki Bud Racing engineers , BSLi-02 will also be used by the KX450 and KX250 models in the 250 cc European Championship and other international motocross races ."
BS BATTERY SAS Paris , FRANCE Tel : +( 33 ) 1 83 62 45 60 sales @ bs-battery . com www . bs-battery . com
Italian performance exhaust specialist HP Corse has a selection of options available for the Indian Scout
Motor Coater Kit
Bobber - seen here the company ' s 2-into-2 V-2 is said to " totally reinterpret the character and styling at the rear of the bike , giving it a uniquely aggressive character ." Available in polished or matte black ceramic coated , it features removable dB killers , a manually TIGwelded bracket , CNC-machined billet aluminum end caps , a stylish laser-etched logo and robust , durable slip-on connection for the stock collectors . HP Corse says that the V-2 " delivers increased hp in all rev ranges and a deeper sound that emphasizes the iconic pedigree and design of the historic Indian Motorcycle brand ."
Currently available in 39 colors , the KBS Motor Coater Kit provides motorcycle engines " with a beautiful and protective finish . This all-inclusive and user-friendly system consists of KBS Klean to clean surfaces , RustBlast to remove rust and corrosion , and Motor Coater , which is a durable engine enamel that has deep and rich pigment for excellent coverage ." KBS Klean is a concentrated , water-based and biodegradable cleaner that deeply penetrates to remove stubborn dirt , grease and grime - said to be an excellent alternative to flammable solvents and hazardous chemicals . RustBlast is a powerful rust remover , zinc phosphate pre-primer and metal etch that effectively dissolves rust , corrosion , metal oxides and tarnish from most metal surfaces while leaving a surface best for paint adhesion .
HP CORSE Bologna , ITALY commerciale @ hpcorse . com www . hpcorse . com
KBS Motor Coater is described as a " high performance and high gloss paint that can withstand temperatures of up to 450 ° F . Impervious to oil and gas , it matches OEM standards , and with proper surface preparation will not blister , flake , crack or peel . " It has excellent spread ability and is easy to apply by brush , roller or by spraying , offering superb coverage , and it is self-leveling to provide a beautiful and smooth finish without leaving brush marks ." The kit also includes # 1 Thinner , which is used to thin Motor Coater for spray applications . Matching caliper and transmission-specific paint kits also available .
KBS COATINGS Valparaiso , Indiana , USA www . kbs-coatings . com
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