Rokker : Swiss based protective riding jeans brand with a strong profile and good reputation in the custom motorcycle market . In what has become a ' crowded space ', one characterized by claim and counter claim , Rokker is known for product that protects well , feels comfortable and looks good at the same time . Readily available to dealers in the custom market in Europe , dealers in USA can buy through Upshift Distribution in Philadelphia ( www . upshift-d . com ); www . therokkercompany . com
HEPCO & BECKER : The German luggage manufacturer has manufactured luggage and accessories for select Harley-Davidson applications going back to the 1980s . As a prominent player in the ADV space , Hepco & Becker has been proactive to create accessories for the new Harley , including its Lock-it tank ring system , stainless steel heat shield , steel handlebar guards , side stand enlarger , crash bars and skid plate . As a luggage specialist , there are four rear luggage racks to choose from , plus its Xplorer cutout side carrier system - which follows the contours of the exhaust . Included in the kit is the side carrier and two aluminum cases reinforced with plastic all around for a combined luggage capacity of 77 l ; 40 l for the left case and 37 l for the cutout case on the right of the bike . A matching 45 l Xplorer top case in silver or black is also available . Hepco & Becker products are distributed in USA by Moto Machines ( www . motomachines . com ); www . hepco-becker . de
Denali Electronics : The company was founded in 2012 with the introduction of an innovative LED lighting kit , purpose-built for the then under-served powersports market . " At a time when halogen and HID lighting was the industry standard , Denali focused on advancing LED technology to develop the brightest , most compact lights possible . In the years since , our passion for innovation and vehicle integration enabled us to develop best-in-class LED lights , horns and smart controllers with proprietary features and seamless integration into ATVs , Side X Sides and motorcycles ." In 2022 , Denali officially joined forces with U . S . manufacturer Vison X Lighting and parent company Brown & Watson International with its manufacturing in USA , Australia and Korea . " Our CANsmart technology allows us to read vehicle data in real time to deliver a seamless aftermarket experience that doesn ' t just meet OE standards , but exceeds them ;" www . denalielectronics . com
Marolotest : The Nantes based French workshop equipment manufacturer is best known for its advanced workshop lift designs and technology and is no stranger to H-D authorized dealer workshops ; www . marolotest . com
Race Winning Brands ( RWB )/ Wiseco : First introduced in 2017 , Wiseco ' Black Edition ' pistons feature ArmorFit and ArmorX proprietary coatings to conform to bore and reduce operating friction and noise , and increase crown , ring groove and pin wear resistance respectively ; www . wiseco . com
Show Chrome : Though historically known best as a Honda Gold Wing parts and accessory specialist , recent years have seen the Wisconsin based vendor add the ATV / UTV and ' reverse trike ' roadster markets to its portfolio . Though a small sector in the very different powersports industry landscape that Europe has when compared to the United States , it was busy and its focus on ergonomics and comfort was well received at EICMA ; www . bigbikeparts . com
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