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MEGA ChinaMotor reports China Chamber of Commerce for Motorcycle ( CCCM ) motorcycle production and sales data showing month-on-month and year-on-year increases in August . In August , fuel motorcycle production and sales were 1.2947m and 1.2835m units , a month-on-month increase of 0.73 % and 1.27 %, and a year-on-year increase of 22.74 % and 14.29 %. Electric motorcycle production and sales were 438,500m and 43.7m units , output increased by 10.66 % and 17.5 % month-onmonth and decreased by 41.92 % and 43.88 % year-onyear . The entire industry produced and sold a total of 1.7332m and 1.7204m motorcycles in August , a monthon-month increase of 3.07 % and 4.95 %, and a year-on-year decrease of 4.23 % and 9.53 %. From January to August , fuel motorcycle production and sales were 9.5162m and 9.5399m units , a year-on-year increase of 2.53 % and 1.18 %. Electric motorcycle production and sales were 3.8448m and 3.4588m units , a year-on-year decrease of 26.83 % and 34.62 %. From January to August , the entire industry produced and sold a total of 13.361m and 12.9987m motorcycles , down 8.08 % and 11.68 % year-on-year . Among them , the production and sales of two-wheeled motorcycles were 11.8261m and 11.4586m , down 9.3 % and 13.22 % yearon-year . The production and sales of large-displacement recreational motorcycles ( displacement > 250 cc ) were 351,900 and 358,400 , down 7.47 % and 8.31 % year-on-year , respectively . The production and sales of three-wheeled motorcycles were 1.5349m and 1.5401m units , a year-on-year increase of 2.49 % and 1.7 %.
BDN reports that the UK government has performed an embarrassing U- turn on its proposed replacement for the widely accepted CE consumer and safety product approval scheme . The UKCA ( United Kingdom Conformity Assessed ) mark was intended to offer a non-European way for manufacturers to show that their products complied with safety and performance rules . In an August 2023 announcement , the UK government has said that CE approval will be accepted in Britain indefinitely .
Motoz adds ' Terrapactor ' MX tyre options
Motoz has launched a newly developed MX tyre range that has been optimised to " excel across a wide range of terrains ". Motoz is an internationally respected Australian tyre brand producing off-road tyres that are recognised as " being at the forefront of design and technology to meet the ever-increasing needs of serious off-road riders ". The word " revolutionary " is one of the most often misused superlatives in the motorcycle industry , but in the case of Motoz ' tyre technology , it is accepted as being true as the brand always takes major steps forward for the sectors it develops new tyre designs for . Motoz is proud to introduce the revolutionary new MX developments , a tyre line-up that blends cutting-edge innovation with its years of expertise . The company ' s new MX Terrapactor competition range , comprising the Terrapactor MXS ( MX Soft ), Terrapactor MXI ( MX Intermediate ) and Terrapactor MXX ( MX Xtreme ), has been years in development - " pushing the boundary of performance for ultimate traction , maximum drive and cornering at speed ". The Terrapactor range is built with a lightweight carcass and all-new MX compound for improved longevity , durability and performance across multiple types of terrain . Sales Manager Jackson Collins told IDN : " The design features cuttingedge tread flex zones within the carcass and knobs for enhanced flexibility and grip . The flex zones in the carcass provide improved drive stability and cornering grip that adapts and flexes according to the terrain - to give greater control and confidence while riding . The flex zones in all tread rows improve the feel and grip of cornering and accelerating . " We wanted to create a high-quality , hardwearing , versatile range of tyres that was competition focused . After an extensive two year testing schedule it
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Terrapactor MXS ( Soft Terrain ) Fronts - ( DOT ) 80 / 100-21 , 90 / 100-21 Rears - ( DOT ) 100 / 100-18 , 110 / 100- 18 , 120 / 90-18 , 100 / 90-19 , 110 / 90-19 , 120 / 90-19 , 120 / 80-19
Terrapactor MXI ( Intermediate / Hard Terrain ) Fronts - ( DOT ) 60 / 100-14 , 70 / 100-17 , 70 / 100-19 , 80 / 100-21 , 90 / 100-21 Rears - ( DOT ) 80 / 100-12 , 90 / 100-14 , 90 / 100-16 , 100 / 100-18 , 100 / 90-19 , 110 / 100-18 , 110 / 90-19 , 120 / 80-19 , 120 / 90-18 , 120 / 90-19
produced the optimum combinations of traction and stability that we were looking for , the final stages of development saw us able to adjust the usability across the range to produce versions that meet riders ' varied needs and preferences .
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" As riders ourselves , we know from real world use that MX riders need versatility in tyre design and response as every track and route brings different terrains , and every weekend can mean different conditions . That ' s why we took our time to ensure that we incorporated a myriad of ideas and advanced technologies into our MX
Terrapactor MXX ( Sandy / Super Soft Terrain ) Fronts - ( DOT ) 90 / 100-21 Rears - ( DOT ) 100 / 90-19 , 110 / 90-19 , 120 / 90-19 , 120 / 80-19
developments ," said Jackson . The Terrapactor MXS is the most innovative offering for soft terrain riding - specifically tailored for soft soil mixed mud / dry MX tracks . The MXS features a chunky , open tread pattern " designed to prevent build-up and keep the tread clean along with ensuring a firm grip even in sticky conditions ". The Terrapactor MXI is designed to excel in intermediate to hard terrain ( mix of loose and packed soil , hard packed soil and deep heavy ruts ). " The MXI tyre stands out with its distinctive pattern , specifically crafted to deliver top performance ". The Terrapactor MXX " sets a new standard for performance on sandy / super soft terrain ( sand , soft soil , mud ), MX tracks where the ground is loose and traction is at a premium - showcasing Motoz ' new innovative scoop pattern for improved drive grip and cornering ". The unique open scoop design incorporates innovative shoulder knobs , specifically engineered to enhance cornering grip on loose tracks . " Additionally , the open pattern ensures that the tread stays clean and maintains excellent grip in sandy conditions ". www . motoz . com . au
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