Titanium engine bars for R 1250 GS
In an interesting diversification , Slovenian exhaust manufacturer Akrapovic is offering titanium upper and lower protection bars for the first time - initially for the R 1250 GS . Bending metal , and bending high strength , lightweight materials such as titanium , is very much a core competency . So , given the distribution network and brand reputation that Akrapovic has built up in over 30 years in the exhaust business , the new line would make perfect sense , provided it leveraged the established Akrapovic brand values - and it does . They are constructed from sandblasted titanium tubes , which have the same mechanical properties as steel bars , but are approximately 40 % lighter than stainless steel . They offer high strength and are lightweight and corrosion resistant , precision TIGwelded , equipped with laser-cut and finely machined 8 mm flanges to provide a perfect fit and strength . The highly stable construction is partly fixed to the chassis to distribute any impact through the bars . Designed to integrate with the bike ’ s existing components , Akrapovic says it has conducted numerous tests and deformation analyses to obtain the optimum protection from this product . They do not compromise the lean angle and meet ABE type approval . All four parts weigh just 6.26 kg - " making them one of the lightest protection bars on the market for the BMW R 1250 GS ". The bars are finished with an engraved Akrapovic logo , with the word Titanium prominently displayed , and the uppers and lowers can be bought separately or as a set . They are compatible with the 2019-2022 BMW R 1250 GS , with only the lower bar set available for the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure . Extra bags or accessories , such as fog lights or spotlights , can be attached .
AKRAPOVIC Ivancna Gorica , SLOVENIA Tel : + 386 ( 0 ) 1787 8404 info @ akrapovic . com www . akrapovic . com
Beringer - index finger rear brake control
Internationally recognised French brakes specialist Beringer has been offering a thumb rear brake system for several years - and it has proven its effectiveness . Now an update from Beringer - a new rear finger brake system for the index finger . This new one-finger lever is combined with a cable clutch control located in the lower position . The original inclination of the clutch control has been modified by 20 ° to not touch the fork tube and to obtain a natural engagement , disengagement action position . On the track , amateur and professional riders use the rear
brake a lot . The problem with doing so is that the degree of lean angle used in the turns can prevent the rider from braking effectively with the foot . " This is why more and more riders are opting for a handlebar-mounted rear braking option . For the moment , our new index finger rear brake is only available with a 12.7 mm piston , but additional versions will follow in response to demand . Initially , the finger brake is available exclusively for sport bikes equipped with a cable clutch control ".
BERINGER St Jean d ' Ardières , FRANCE Tel : + 33 ( 0 ) 4 74 04 98 98 www . beringer-brakes . com
Vertex Pistons for 2022 scooter models
Vertex ' street range of pistons includes a high-tech , high-performance line for 2 and 4-stroke scooters from 50 to 530 cc that " are capable of guaranteeing a significant improvement in performance and deliver absolute reliability ". Designed for cylinders with chrome-plated cast iron barrels , Vertex says they stand out " not only for their good performance , but also for durability that is especially tuned to the rigours of the harshest use , even urban commuting ". Updated for the latest scooter models and offered at what Vertex says " advantageous pricing " compared to OE spare parts range replacements , stand-outs include pistons for the Aprilia Scarabeo 50 / 250 , KYMCO People and Agility 50 , Piaggio Vespa PX and Liberty 125 / 150 , Aprilia D-Tech injection 50 and Honda SH 150 . In addition to Vertex ' s basic Replica version , the company offers a performance upgrade in its High Compression version for sportier scooter models such as the Yamaha T-Max and Majesty and the
Suzuki Burgman , which " optimises and significantly improves performance ". Vertex also produces pistons for vintage scooters , including the timeless Piaggio models , including the various Vespa versions .
VERTEX PISTONS / VP ITALY S . R . L . Reggio Emilia , ITALY Tel : + 39 0522 918888 info @ vertexpistons . com www . vertexpistons . com
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