Andreani : The Italian specialist is best known for its suspension equipment and award-winning Misano street cartridges . After years of planning , 2023 saw it open a U . S . office and distribution center at Hendersonville , NC . Headed up by Luciano Ubaldini , as President of Andreani USA , the facility is building a stock of products from its own lines and some of the third party brands that it distributes in its home market ; www . andreanigroup . com , www . andreaniusa . com
Vperformance / QD Exhaust : A specialty Indian Motorcycle and Harley- Davidson aftermarket exhaust brand from Manuel de Liso ' s Milan based Arcas Industrie / QD Exhaust manufacturing business includes its classic look ' MaXcone ' series mufflers - " designed for those who want a classic look ." Polished AISI 304 stainless steel gives " an aggressive and elegant character " - the die-cast magnesium end cap with the logo in relief simulates the classic " counter-cone " used in racing motorbikes of the 70s . They are equipped with the QD GAS-EXTRACTOR system to promote the flow of exhaust gases by increasing the extraction from the exhaust system - the GAS-EXTRACTOR creates a so-called " pulsation " area , which absorbs the pressure waves generated by the engine , lowering the decibel level . All QD Exhaust products are sold with a service card that allows the owner to extend to a 30-month warranty program and download the European certification ; www . vperformance . pro , www . qdexhaust . it
BS Battery : " Charging smart , charging safe !" - the French battery and charger specialist ' s BK20 is a versatile 3-in-1 tool that is ideal for factoryactivated batteries , especially lithiums that require a specific charger . A real time-saver for workshop technicians , it is an intelligent bank charger and maintainer that offers three charge channels . It can simultaneously charge and maintain three batteries with different voltages ( 6 / 12V ) and technologies . " Rated at 2A per channel , this powerful automatic charger is suitable for charging and maintaining all battery sizes - lead-acid and lithium up to 40 Ah , and even up to 80 Ah for in maintenance mode ;" www . bsbattery . com
National Cycle : Recent new products from the Maywood , Illinois specialist include VStream windscreens for select ADV models . Taller and wider size replacements that are " perfect for almost every rider ," they offer " improved wind protection and riding comfort compared to the OEM or other aftermarket windscreens ." VStream gets its name from its unique patented shape . The advanced " V " profile and dimensional contours push the wind vortex out and away from the rider ' s helmet , resulting in a quieter and less turbulent riding environment . Made from tough 2.0 mm Quantum hardcoated polycarbonate - a high quality material which " provides an outstanding level of optical clarity , impact strength and scratch resistance " that is " unmatched by any OEM or aftermarket windscreen maker in the world ." Quantum hardcoated polycarbonate is rated at ten times more scratch-resistant than FMR hardcoated polycarbonate , and 30 times more than windscreens made from commonly used acrylic or " aircraft plastic "; www . nationalcycle . com
Bitubo : The Italian suspension specialist continues to develop its presence on the U . S . market . It established its U . S . operation two years ago with warehousing in Florida and by hiring former Performance Machine , Burly Brand and Progressive Suspension man Sean Delshadi . The latest news is of a further hire - of industry veteran David Zemla . Also a MAG alumni ( PM , BB , PS etc .), before taking the senior position to head up Bitubo ' s North American presence , he was VP Marketing at S & S Cycle ; www . bitubo . com
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