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Oxford Products : The award-winning British distributor and own brand accessory specialist has introduced a versatile new range of low-cost , high value modular lightweight luggage - " designed in a way that allows riders to build a luggage system personalised for their riding use ". Starting with selection of the appropriate harness for the bike - riders can choose from a range of bags , packs and pouches , attaching them however best suits their ride that are based on the MOLLE ( Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment ) load-bearing specification that was originally conceived as a versatile and multi-purpose concept for military and emergency responder applications . The Oxford NOMAD range allows an unlimited number of attachments and accessories to be added and removed to the luggage system - in any combination and secured in a way that is convenient to the user ; www . oxprod . com
Puig Hi-Tech Parts : Some three weeks after the company marked its 60th anniversary , the Barcelona based parts and accessories innovator unveiled a range of new products at EICMA , showcasing " innovations that will shape the direction of future product developments in 2025 ." Along with the debut of the BMW R1300GS ' Pista ' ( track ) kit , the lineup is as long as it is broad . Highlights include Levers 4.0 - a " sleek design with racing character ", new heel plates , foldable Diablo mirrors , lower Cardan , lambda sensor and front ABS Sensor protectors ( for the R1300GS ), a sprocket cover protector , radiator guard and a range of specialty covers for the Vespa GTS300 ; www . puig . tv
Shot Race Gear : In collaboration with action sports airbag technology pioneers In & motion , French dirt bike rider equipment specialist Shot Race Gear has launched the SRG ( Shot Air Guard ), the first ever airbag for motocross - " bringing an unprecedented level of protection to the sport ." Described as offering " true rider freedom ", without cables or sensors on the bike . Constant development of the algorithm that drives the SRG " gives riders peace of mind to use the best available data to keep them safe ." The Inflator ( gas canister ) is easy to change in less than a minute and both the airbag cushion and vest are designed to withstand multiple inflations . In addition to the integrated airbag pocket the SRG contains a D3O chest protector at the front and a D3O back protector ; www . powersports . fr
D . I . D Europe : Established in Japan in 1933 , the DAIDO Kogyo Group used EICMA to mark the 20th anniversary of its D . I . D . Europe chain brand office at Bologna , Italy . Initially supported by long-term Italian collaborator Ognibene , D . I . D moved to its present premises some 15 years ago . The big news is of the acquisition of the next-door warehouse on its existing site , with plans to start chain kit assembly and to hold expanded European distributor and dealer inventory there from 2026 . Starting with bicycle chains , DAIDO Kogyo manufactures everything from industrial to automotive and motorcycle chains and sells through over 40 distribution partners in more than 30 European countries , and is one of the world ' s leading suppliers of high-quality original equipment ( OEM ) and aftermarket chains and wheels for motorcycles ; www . dideu . it
26 INTERNATIONAL DEALER NEWS - MARCH / APRIL 2025 www . idnmag . com