Hevik ' Orion ' gloves
Part of the Hevik 2022 gloves range , ' Orion ' is a CEcertified technical glove , made of 40 % microfibre , 45 % nylon and 15 % softshell . This model is rich in details that guarantee a high level of comfort . The wide gusset cross-elastic band on the back and thumb not only gives a sporty twist to the overall look , but also ensures freedom of movement for the fingers . ' Orion ' is equipped with a waterproof membrane and an adjustable strap fastening at the wrist , with integrated elastic wristband , rigid protectors on the knuckles , EVA reinforcement on the outside of the palm and touchscreen compatibility on the index finger and thumb . Insulation from rain and weather is provided by the
Lightech at the track
Founded in 1997 and headquartered near Treviso in northern Italy , internationally recognised Italian high-tech parts and accessories specialist Lightech has been a fixture in the racing world , using collaborations with prestigious teams in the World Superbike Championship , MotoGP and Moto 2 world championships as an extension to its in-house R & D and testing capabilities . Lightech sells over 8,000 products - some 7,000 of them manufactured in high-strength , lightweight Ergal zinc aluminium alloy , plus more than 400 product designs - through over 1,500 authorised resellers in Italy and distributors in 50 other countries . Although most of Lightech ' s product range is for street bikes , over the years its paddock presence has resulted in a range of accessories for the track . The front triple tree lift seen here is made in stainless steel and height adjustable with 11 pins of various sizes available ( all machined from solid ) to allow the stand to be adapted to a wide range of makes and models . Also seen here , the stainless steel rear stand is available with forks or with rollers - both accessories are machined from solid . It is height and width adjustable and suitable for most of the different swingarms on the market . Both stands have red inserts and Lightech branded wheels . Finally , this stainless steel rims carrier has been
The Italian WRP performance parts programme is a strong brand in the brakes market - its brake pad options have been especially developed for street , track day or off-road use . " They are 100 % European-made from first-class materials ," says Wind Trading ' s International Sales Manager Francesco Fabbri ( Wind Trading is the brand owner and worldwide distributor for WRP ). " These high-performance brake pads offer twelve friction different compounds , each one specifically developed for the kind of riding they will be used for . " There are eight types of compounds for street applications , and four for off-road applications . The performance they achieve will appeal to the rider using standard brake systems on high- performance designed to reduce the chances of wheel damage . All the products are ideal for race teams and add up to an ideal track day kit for dealers and their riders and are manufactured to the same high levels of precision and quality control that all Lightech product designs are known for .
LIGHTECH S . R . L . S . Lucia de Piave ( TV ), ITALY Tel : + 39 0438 453010 info @ lightech . it www . lightech . it
WRP disc brake pads
waterproof inner membrane , the ultra-soft polyester fleece touch lining and the adjustable strap fastening at the wrist , completed by the " airtight " knitted polyester cuff . Safety features consist of rigid protection on the phalanges , reinforcement on the outside of the palm in EVA and Clarino reinforcement on the palm , and dark reflex inserts . ' Orion ' is available in a wide range of sizes from S to 3XL in the Men ' s version and from XS to XL in the Ladies version , as well as in three colours , ( black , black / ice / red for males ; black , black / fuchsia for females ). The glove is certified according to EN 13594:2015 European Standard , Level 1 .
HEVIK Brescia ( BS ), ITALY Tel : + 39 030 268 0374 info @ hevik . com www . hevik . com
' Exile ' D3O jacket
The ' Exile ' jacket from British owned brand Merlin ' s Explorer Collection uses Halley Stevensons 100 % organic , soft tumbled Ripstop cotton in its construction , making for a " futureproof , durable garment that will last well into the riding seasons ". Using 45 % less CO2 and 50 % less water during production , the ' Exile ' jacket is sustainable without compromising safety . A suite of D3O CE EN17092 Level ' A ' armour is pre-fitted to the shoulders , elbows and back , while a jacket-to-jean connection zipper allows easy attachment of Merlin jeans . Additional features include a fluorocarbon-free , water-repellent treatment finish , removable 125 g thermal lining , Textland Humax waterproof and breathable membrane and a premium , close-knit mesh , fold back collar and adjustable fit points .
MERLIN MOTORCYCLE CLOTHING Burntwood , Staffordshire , UK Tel : + 44 ( 0 ) 1543 270299 info @ merlinbikegear . com www . merlinbikegear . com
bikes - either as a track day riding event fitment or if an OEM upgrade is needed for more sporty style street riding . " Using WRP specific sintered brake pads , the rider will experience increased friction and improved brake feel and control due to higher heat resistance - excellent for sporty riding or under the extreme conditions seen in racing . " Most of the WRP brake pads have been approved according to ECE R90 , which is required for all replacement street brake pads throughout the European Union and in non-European countries that have adopted ECE regulations ."
WIND TRADING SRL Ravenna , ITALY Tel : + 39 0544 64024 windtrading @ windtrading . it www . wrpracing . com
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