Powersports Distribution Group ( PDG ): Recently appointed Denis Brouwer as CEO . His strong commercial experience makes him ideally suited to plot a growth course for the Breda based owner of Motorcycle Storehouse , Hoco Parts and AFAM Group . " Our strategy is to help dealers to build on the bond between their stores , their customers and the distributors they buy from with world-class brands and products . PDG builds on the relationship between dealers and their local riding community by acquiring or partnering with accomplished wholesalers . Quite simply put , our long-term goal is to become Europe ' s leading parts distributor . This is ambitious , yes , but the growth realized in a little over four years proves that we aren ' t just talk "; powersportsdistributiongroup . com
Puig Hi-Tech Parts : 2022 saw the Barcelona based manufacturer showcase its materials research , product design and precision manufacturing capabilities with a special Yamaha MT-09 project - ' Diablo ' - to showcase its " EverFlowing Design " concept . Described by Carles Puig as a design philosophy that can be translated into a design language that ticks all the most important boxes , the aim is to produce accessories that are functional - " without purpose , there is no design "; adaptable - " versatile designs that can be purposed to different uses and needs " and aerodynamic - " the basis of everything "; ergonomic - " designs for every kind of rider "; minimalistic - " designs with nothing unnecessary getting in the way "; smart-electronic - " technological and useful " and interactive - " a bike that responds with an improved riding experience ." This design language informs the form-meetsfunction decision-making that goes into all its parts , including its fast growing ' CustomAcces ' program - distributed to dealers in USA by Tucker V- Twin ; www . puig . tv
Zard : The Italian performance exhaust specialist has commissioned a ' Top Gun ' 2:1 full kit with two-piece carbon heat shield and a range of carbon fiber parts for the Sportster S , including a new headlight fairing , radiator side covers and left rear side panel ; www . zardexhaust . com
Andreani Group : International Sales Manager Diego Arduini told AMD : " This has been another good year for the Group , and our message to the market is ' watch this space '. We hope to have a major announcement to make soon about a massive expansion to our capabilities and market reach ." Meanwhile , the Pesaro based company has continued to develop its specialty suspension tools and workshop equipment offer with additions to its SP Vacuum Pump series , Misano front fork suspension cartridge program and professional suspension technician course series ; www . andreanigroup . com
Landport Batteries : The Dutch specialist offers batteries for all powersports applications , and that includes its specialty HVT (' Heavy V-Twin ') range for H-D and custom V-twin applications . HVT is a starter battery with Absorbent Glass Mat technology ( AGM ) featuring advanced cranking performance and excellent vibration resistance . With its extremely robust and heatresistant casing , this battery is specially designed for motorcycles that require higher starting power than others . AGM lead-acid batteries are already factory-activated ( filled and charged ) and therefore ready to use . Landport HVTs are 100 % maintenance-free , completely sealed , spill-proof and leak-proof . They are available in a range of 6V and 12V batteries from 14Ah to 30Ah and in addition to advanced starting power and heat resistance , the rider gets excellent durability as well as vibration and weather resistance ; www . landportbv . com
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