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Barnett cables for metric cruisers
Barnett Clutches and Cables offers a full line of stock and custom length cables for popular metric cruiser models . Barnett throttle cables feature a stainless-steel inner
wire and an HDPE inner casing liner for smooth cable action . All metric Cruiser clutch cables come standard with " High Efficiency " inner wire . They are nylon coated , and additionally coated with a silicone lube to provide " super smooth cable action and reduced lever effort ". The clutch cable housing is made with a longitudinally wound high carbon wire to eliminate flex . All cable assemblies , fittings and hardware are made in-house at Barnett ' s California HQ factory for strict quality control . All hardware is chrome plated where applicable . Barnett cables are available in traditional black vinyl casing , stainless steel braid with clear coat , or Platinum Series casing , which features a bright silverplated braid with clear coat . Barnett braided cables with clear coat are guaranteed not to discolor from sunlight exposure . Equally well known for its clutches , Barnett was founded in 1948 and still founder family owned . Barnett is one of America ' s oldest and longest continuously established motorcycle aftermarket parts and accessories businesses , and is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2023 .
BARNETT CLUTCHES & CABLES Ventura , California , USA Tel : 805 642 9435 info @ barnettcables . com www . barnettcables . com
Evolution of the Andreani ' Rally ' off-road cartridge
GPR Tech - Africa Twin
First launched in 2021 , as a companion range to its Misano brand road / track application suspension cartridge kits , the Andreani Group ' s ' Rally ' range of front suspension cartridges has been developed specifically to meet the rigorous demands of the offroad sector . Since then , and , as a result of its ongoing investment into the R & D capabilities that comes from major race team collaborations , the Andreani ' Rally ' cartridge has evolved into an increasingly sophisticated and sought-after product . In recent months , new applications have been developed , allowing riders to invest in a new generation of products that leverage Giuseppe Andreani ' s off-road racing career experience . In the past year , those applications have included the Ducati Desert X , the Husqvarna 701 Enduro and the KTM 690 Enduro . Additionally , an enhanced version has been released for the Yamaha Ténéré 700 WorldRide - completing a significant range of cartridge options available for this model from the Andreani Group . The latest additions to the Andreani ' Rally ' range are applications for the Honda XL750 Transalp and the Triumph Tiger 900 . The ' Rally ' cartridge is said to deliver maximised stability and optimised comfort , safety and performance on any terrain . " This cartridge excels in absorbing shocks - allowing riders to fully enjoy a responsive riding experience with confidence ," says Giuseppe . Features of the updated Andreani ' Rally ' cartridge range include double piston in compression , 20 mm diameter piston , hydraulic end-of stroke , a new anodised top cap , increased excursion and full adjustment . These updated cartridges are extremely easy to install as they do not require disassembly of the fork
bottom during installation . They come complete with springs matched for the application , rider weight and riding style . The Andreani Group ' s in-house R & D department has also developed the ' Rally ' cartridge for installation in the new heavyweight entrant to the ADV market - the Harley-Davidson Pan America - which speaks to just how strong , durable and reliable the ' Rally ' cartridge design really is .
ANDREANI GROUP INTERNATIONAL Pesaro ( PU ), ITALY Tel : + 39 0721 20921 info @ andreanigroup . com www . andreanigroup . com
Italian exhaust specialist GPR Italia has leveraged its manufacturing expertise to start a new line of luggage and related touring accessories called GPR Tech . Initially , the new brand is dedicated to accessories for Adventure models and seen here is a new model specific top case kit for the Honda Africa Twin - " to add a dash of Italian style to the Japanese engineering ". Made of aluminum and equipped with an internal padded lining to protect the contents , including helmets , they are available in black and silver colour in 35 , 45 , and 55 litre capacity . The kit is equipped with a specific mounting plate , designed especially for the geometry of the CRF 100L .
GPR ITALIA S . R . L . Riozzo di Cerro al Lambro ( MI ), ITALY Tel : + 39 02 98112058 info @ gpr . it www . gprtechparts . com
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