BS Battery : Known in Europe as an OEM and aftermarket vendor , BS Battery offers a wide range of battery solutions and options for all powersports industry applications : from motorcycle , scooter and large displacement V- twin touring and cruiser models to SSV , ATV , UTV , snowmobiles and watercraft . However , with an eye to the future , General Manager Benjamin Sebban told IDN that their focus at this time is on race-bred innovation in the Lithium-ion space . " We have designed a unique , ultra-resistant casing that can resist up to 230 ° C , including ultra-robust terminals , to make sure our batteries can be used in extreme conditions ." The inventory-friendly BS Battery Lithium range covers most of the existing powersports model fitments in the market - with just 12 models of battery , from 12.8 voltage up to 560 CCA ( A ), small , lighter weight ( up to 70 % lighter than lead acid batteries ) and maintenance-free , long lifetime solutions to high discharge rate and waterproof designs and features like integral voltage indicators to check the state of charge . " Approved and used by many top race teams , the BSLi02 battery is the right answer to the most demanding riders looking for higher performance , high resistance and high longevity ," says Benjamin ; www . bs-battery . com
RMS : Based near Monza , Italy , and established in 1985 , RMS specialises in the distribution of spare parts and accessories for the motorcycle and scooter industry in Europe . The company sells a range of over 40,000 product references to dealers throughout Italy and worldwide . In addition to parts and accessories for the latest mainstream model motorcycles and scooters from many of the leading manufacturers worldwide , RMS has a strong ' Classic ' programme , focusing mainly on older Vespa and Lambretta scooter models , as well as other PTWs such as APE and mopeds . The company ' s latest 2023 ' Classic ' catalogue features more than 800 pages of new and updated product lines from the leading brand names as well as its in-house designed ' RMS Classic ' line ; www . rms . it
QD Exhaust ( Arcas Industrie ): EICMA saw Manuel de Liso ' s QD Exhaust business release a slip-on for the new Ducati DesertX . Based on QD ' s awardwinning Tri-Cone series , this muffler has a titanium can with a carbon fibre end cap . The outlet port has a grid with a QD logo that enhances the aggressive look and racing style . " The grid keeps the dB killer in position ," says Manuel , " but removing it is a simple procedure - just undo the screws that hold the carbon end cap and remove the grid , pull out the dB killer and replace the grid and the end cap ." The kit is comprised of a link pipe that fits on the stock catalyst , the titanium muffler , a carbon fibre heat shield and all the fixing hardware for a quick and easy install . " As with all QD production , this kit meets the Euro 5 standards . A service card provided with the kit allows the customer to achieve the 30 months warranty programme and access all the special services reserved for QD exhaust owners "; www . qdexhaust . it
Andreani Group : International Sales Manager Diego Arduini told IDN : " This has been another good year for the Group , and our message to the market is ' watch this space '. We hope to have a major announcement to make soon about a massive expansion to our capabilities and market reach ." Meanwhile , the Pesaro based company has continued to develop its specialty suspension tools and workshop equipment offer with additions to its SP Vacuum Pump series , Misano front fork suspension cartridge programme and professional suspension technician course series ; www . andreanigroup . com
32 INTERNATIONAL DEALER NEWS - DECEMBER 2022 / JANUARY 2023