Keis micro carbon fibre powered heated apparel
Designed in the UK , and exclusive to Motohaus , Keis is the best-selling heated clothing range in the UK . Available worldwide from its UK headquarters , the advanced Keis heated apparel programme has been growing steadily in popularity in the past two decades . Keis told International Dealer News that it now has the manufacturing capacity to be able to expand availability with the appointment of additional distributors in selected European and worldwide markets . Widely regarded as one of the most durable , reliable and ergonomic heated apparel programmes yet
devised , the heating technology that powers the Keis line works like far infrared . The warmth penetrates the wearer ’ s body in a managed and progressive way - more like being in a warm room rather than standing in front of a fire . Keis garments contain heat generation panels made from very fine , yet incredibly strong micro carbon fibre . These are strategically positioned within the garments to
' Shock ' full-face off-road helmet
KV49 ' Shock ' from Kappa is a full-face motocross helmet in thermoplastic material with multicoloured graphics and no visor , said to be suitable for novices
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provide lightweight , flexible far infrared warmth that is extremely comfortable and reliable . The heating panels are so durable and effective that they are backed by a Keis Apparel lifetime warranty . The Keis line-up is comprehensive - huge ! The 2021-2022 seasonal range contains four different styles of heated motorcycle gloves ( all EU PPE certified ), heated leisure gloves and heated glove liners , three heated jackets , several heated vest and bodywarmer ( gilet ) designs , heated trousers and heated boot insoles and socks . All the garments operate via a 12V power source , so they can be powered from either a supplied motorcycle battery power lead or an optional portable Keis battery pack .
KEIS APPAREL ( Europe ) Hook , Hampshire , UK Tel : + 44 1256 704909 info @ keisapparel . com www . keisapparel . com
who want to ride motocross , enduro and motard bikes . There are four different versions in bright colours , with " sophisticated patterns and a skilful painting of the shell " that highlights shiny and matt elements . It has a fully removable inner padding with a camouflage print . The helmet has a detachable and adjustable visor , double D-ring fastening , a ventilation system and a standard nose guard . The weight is 1,370 g +/ -50 g and colourways are matt orange / black , matt grey / black / red , matt grey / black / yellow and glossy white / black / red .
The Matris high-end fork concept
Italian suspension specialist Matris is internationally recognised as a " high-end " manufacturer and designer of quality suspension components , and sitting tight at the " high end " of the Matris product range , the popular F43SP fork is its most innovative and advanced product . With damping by the company ' s top-of-the-line “ Speed Sensitive System ” F25SP nitrogen pressurised cartridge with its internal volumetric compensation tank and fully floating valve , the F43SP is housed within Matris ' own designed and inhouse manufactured premium fork body " to set a new market standard ".
" Not having an external volumetric compensation tank means the dimensions and weights of the front axle are reduced ," says Matris co-owner Alberto Turcato . " This improves performance , handling , feeling and response in sporting use - especially in the corners and under braking . " Simply designed and ergonomic in its use , the damping asymmetrical adjuster tunes the units of compression and rebound , and together with preload are integrated in the upper fork cap for simple and practical operation ." The outer tube is made from high quality Alu alloy and available in 50 / 54 mm , 50 / 55 mm , 51 / 56 mm diameters and with a 43 mm diameter chromed steel inner tube as standard . To provide optimal performance and durability , an optional TIN ( Titanium-Nitride ) Gold and anti-friction lapping surface treatment is also available . Dealers can choose between 100 and 108 mm radial caliper mount options . The foot is machined from solid Alu alloy with a simple design to optimise maximum strength and lightness at the same time . Linear springs in Si-Cr alloy steel are available in different rates , based on the bike model and rider weight provided . The cartridge cylinder is also made from Alu alloy , with a lapped finish for , effectively , “ zero ” friction and assembled with 25 mm diameter compression and rebound valves with flow dynamics specially designed for total hydraulic damping control .
MATRIS S . R . L . Camisano Vicentino ( VI ), ITALY
Tel : + 39 0444 411636 info @ matrisdampers . com www . matrisdampers . com
KAPPA Flero ( BS ), ITALY Tel : + 39 030 268 0374 info @ kappamoto . com www . kappamoto . com
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