OptiMate 6 and OptiMate Lithium refreshed
' Gasoline ' GT Trophy vintage look jacket
OptiMate 6 has been a stalwart in the TecMate lineup for more than a decade . The first ' connect and forget ' smart ' 5 amp ' charger for both motorcycle and automotive size batteries , its novel Ampmatic programme adjusts charge current according to the connected battery ' s size - smaller batteries get less , larger batteries get more . It ' s also one of the most internationally co-branded chargers in the TecMate stable , with Aston Martin the most recent manufacturer to have embraced its userfriendly functionality and reliability . The popular and multi-OEM recommended OptiMate Lithium 4s 5A is based on the same electronic platform , with its software calibrated to specifically save , charge and maintain Lithium Ferrous Phosphate batteries . All good things electronic usually get better with the next iteration , and the new OptiMate 6 and OptiMate Lithium 4s 6A are no exception . Martin Human CEO / CTO of TecMate explained that " the new OptiMate 6 delivers 20 % more charging power ( 6A ) but draws 57 % less power from the AC grid . Our engineers borrowed power saving technology - such as power factor correction and synchronous rectification - from large industry and got that power draw down to what most common
2A chargers need to deliver their charge ." The new OptiMate 6 line-up includes the Silver Series Ampmatic - the smartest ' connect and forget ' automatic charger for any lead-acid battery ; and the Gold Series Select model - which includes a selectable higher charging voltage ( 14.7V ) and a fixed power supply for battery support during diagnostics / troubleshooting on a vehicle with engine not running . The OptiMate Lithium 4s 6A now boasts a pushbutton BMS reset , making it easier to reactivate advanced Lithium LFP batteries with integrated resettable deep discharge protection . The TUNE power supply mode provides diagnostic support to the battery at the push of a button . " Our new OptiMate 6 and OptiMate Lithium 4s 6A offer the TecMate triple ' green ' advantage to dealers and OEMs alike - more charging power , so they cost less to run , plus additional smart features that make servicing easier ."
TECMATE Tienen , BELGIUM Tel : + 32 ( 0 ) 16 805 440 www . tecmate . com www . optimate1 . com
Vertex - updated sprocket options
Developed in collaboration with leading factory MX and Enduro teams , Italian pistons specialist Vertex has updated its range of front and rear sprockets . Three models are available , all fully CNCmachined to guarantee durability in steel , aluminium or its steel / aluminium ' Duo ' line - all with an exclusive ' paddock kudos ' Vertex design . The ' Steel ' line is made in C45 steel with induction-hardened teeth for higher resistance and less wear , with a lightweight core , black anti-oxide plating and mud groove lines around the diameter . The ' Alu ' line is made in coloured and silver EC-Ergal ( 7075-T6 heat-treated zinc / aluminium alloy ) with self-cleaning
mud grooves between each tooth to prevent dirt build-up . A new design for the teeth improves chain engagement and extends chain life ; they are available in various brand match colours . The ' Duo ' line is a bi-metal sprocket made
Based near Nice in southern France , the Sifam Group ( founded in 1994 by Pierre Manuel ) has a number of fast-growing own and independent brand apparel programmes for which it is the exclusive distributor . Having shown the ' Gasoline ' S250 Café Racer style jet helmet in IDN earlier this year , Sifam is also stocking ' Gasoline ' brand apparel , and seen here , the brand new GT TROPHY jacket features a vintage style fit and high quality genuine leather and quilted inserts " for a timeless look ". " The removable thermal lining and practical details make it an ideal everyday riding and casual wear option - the jacket is CE EN17092 approved ." Sifam is one of the best known France based
motorcycle parts , accessory , gear and apparel distributors , with a wide range of famous name and own brand products available from its 3,900 sq m headquarters warehouse . Sales Manager Joao Ramos says the company is looking for new dealers in England , Germany and Benelux - enquiries can be sent to him by email ( see below ).
SIFAM Saint Laurent du Var , FRANCE Tel : + 33 ( 0 ) 4 97.00 07 78 jramos @ sifam . fr www . sifam . fr
with C45 steel induction-hardened teeth and 7075-T6 alloy core developed to extend the sprocket and chain lifetime - also available in choice of colours . For the front sprockets there are two models , both precision CNC-machined from 16CrNi4 special steel and available in black - the basic model K and the KC version are equipped with lightening holes that have been optimally designed to not compromise strength and reliability .
VERTEX PISTONS / VP ITALY S . R . L . Reggio Emilia , ITALY Tel : + 39 0522 918888 info @ vertexpistons . com www . vertexpistons . com
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