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Matthies : The Hamburg based distributor and Larsson network owner is Europe ' s master distributor for the Thailand made YSS suspension programme . Recent additions to the YSS range include fork upgrade kits for the Honda CB500F / CBR 500R , Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 and a front fork damper kit for the 125 cc Honda Monkey ; www . matthies . de
Knox Protection : Recent highlights from the award-winning British protective apparel manufacturer include its AA rated armoured undershirt with high performance , level 2 Micro-Lock compact armour at the elbows and its 5th generation ' Handroid ' gloves with SPS impact scaphoid protection system , Knox Micro-Lock and finest 0.8 mm kangaroo and drum dyed cowhide ; www . planet-knox . com
National Cycle : Recent new products from the Maywood , Illinois specialist include VStream windscreens for select KTM Adventure , Honda NT1100 , X- ADV , Forza , NC750X models . In the immediate future , the company will be releasing VStream + for the R1250R , R18and Suzuki GXS 8S . The patented VStream design delivers a range of taller and wider size replacements that are " perfect for almost every rider ", they offer " improved wind protection and riding comfort compared to OEM aftermarket windscreens ". VStream gets its name from its unique patented shape . The advanced " V " profile and dimensional contours push the wind vortex out and away from the rider ' s helmet , resulting in a quieter and less turbulent riding environment . The VStream range of windscreens are made from tough 2.0-4.0 mm Quantum hardcoated polycarbonate - a high quality material which , along with National Cycle ' s internationally recognised state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques , provides an outstanding level of optical clarity , impact strength and scratch resistance that is " unmatched by any OEM or aftermarket windscreen maker in the world ". OEM quality at aftermarket price point and margin . Quantum hardcoated polycarbonate is rated at ten times more scratch resistant than FMR hardcoated polycarbonate , and 30 times more than windscreens made from commonly used acrylic or " aircraft plastic "; www . nationalcycle . com
Denali Electronics : Founded in 2012 with the introduction of an innovative LED lighting kit , purpose-built for the under-served powersports market . " At a time when halogen and HID lighting was the industry standard , Denali focused on advancing LED technology to develop the brightest , most compact lights possible . In the years since , our passion for innovation and vehicle integration enabled us to develop best-in-class LED lights , horns and smart controllers with proprietary features and seamless integration into ATVs , Side X Sides and motorcycles ." In 2022 Denali officially joined forces with U . S . manufacturer Vison X Lighting and parent company Brown & Watson International with its manufacturing in USA , Australia and Korea . " Our CANsmart technology allows us to read vehicle data in real time to deliver a seamless aftermarket experience that doesn ' t just meet OE standards , but exceeds them "; www . denalielectronics . com
Bitubo : New JBHV2 cartridge applications for Honda XL750 Transalp from 2023 feature a fork cartridge dedicated to modern " Dual Sport " models , with upside down fork characterised by wide travel . Developed to offer stability during braking , and a " supportive " consistency that offers driving safety at the highest levels ". Adjustments include spring preload , extension and compression ; www . bitubo . com
Leatt Corporation : The legendary , category-defining Leatt neck brace needs little introduction , and 2024 will mark the 20th anniversary of Chris Leatt selling his first neck brace design . There is a lot more to the brand these days than simply market-leading neck protection , and a highlight of its 2024 range will include its official entry into the Adventure market with its first full range of CE AA class certified products for on and off-road use ; www . leatt . com
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