Zard - ' Sabbia ' slip-on for Enduro-touring models
On its return to EICMA , the Zard new product programme went into overdrive unveiling a slew of new offerings . One of the primary initiatives was the debut of ' Sabbia ', a new Euro 5 homologated slip-on system for medium and high displacement Enduro-touring bikes . There was also a new full exhaust for the Ducati Panigale V2 ; a new ECU by Zard for the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR / RS and , to consolidate its biggest success of 2022 , a new line of carbon fibre accessories for the Harley-Davidson Sportster S 1250 . The new ' Sabbia ' slip-on kit has been created for some of the most successful two-cylinder Endurotouring bikes such as the Ducati DesertX , the Aprilia Tuareg 660 and the Yamaha Ténéré 700 . " Inspired in its lines by the bikes from African rally raids , but packed with modern design elements , ' Sabbia ' combines innovative production techniques with unique and sophisticated styling . Its design is decisively defined by the heat-resistant , screenprinted graphic element and the complex , aerodynamically contoured carbon fibre heat shield , tailormade for each application model . " Sabbia is made of hand-welded stainless steel , is homologated to Euro 5 standards and can be completed by the exclusive aeronautical aluminium engine guard , designed and manufactured by Zard ".
' Sabbia ' for Tuareg 660
Putting out 25 % more heat than previous generations - and with ultra-lightweight construction for maximum comfort - the new Premium Extreme J505RP is Keis ' most advanced heated jacket ever . As the name suggests , the Premium Extreme J505RP is designed to deal with extremely cold conditions . It ' s micro carbon fibre heat panels provide a luxurious , even spread of heat across the chest , back , arms and collar . The panels are thinner and more flexible than traditional wired elements and more reliable . " Powered directly from your motorcycle ' s 12V battery , heat is always on-tap when you need it , and even with the impressive 78W it ' s capable of pumping out , current draw is only around 6.5A on the highest power setting , so it won ' t put undue stress on your bike ' s electrical system ". Temperature can be easily adjusted using the optional
Zard for Triumph Speed Triple 1200 New Keis heated jacket is 25 % warmer
The first exhaust system created by Zard for the Ducati Panigale V2 is a " manifesto of the company ' s values of care for design , attention to detail and materials and the search for uncompromising performance . Designed for enthusiasts who use their superbike mainly on the road and are looking for a product with great eye-catching impact as well as high performance , the Zard system is a complete racing exhaust in stainless steel , culminating in double silencers with a titanium body and carbon fibre end caps accommodated under the tail - in classic Ducati style . " Completing this extraordinary kit is the new Impulso control unit , designed to optimise the exhaust function , and a carbon fibre and Kevlar racing fairing kit ". For the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR / RS , Zard has added to the racing and homologated exhausts and line-up of racing headers already introduced for the three-cylinder 1200 RR / RS line-up with the launch of its " exclusive Impulso control unit : a racing-derived add-on module designed specifically to unleash the full potential of the full Zard exhaust system ".
ZARD S . R . L . Baldichieri d ' Asti ( AT ), ITALY Tel : + 39 0141 659239 info @ zardexhaust . com www . zardlab . com
Keis Power Controller , or the Keis Bluetooth Power Controller , which connects to the downloadable Keis iControl mobile App . The jacket ' s ultra-lightweight and breathable soft shell is made slim so it can fit easily under close-fitting riding jackets , while elasticated panels keep movement unhindered . Its stylish cut and red highlights mean it looks good off the bike too . There are external pockets , a dedicated zipped section for the heat controller , and integrated power outputs are located at the cuff on both arms and in the jacket ' s waistline to facilitate the power connection of Keis heated gloves and heated trousers or socks - making for a complete full-body heating solution - all powered from the jacket ' s motorcycle battery power lead .
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