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IDN MAY / JUNE 2025(# 184)
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COMMENT: Foxtrot. Uniform. Bravo. Alpha. Romeo...................................... 4
When it comes to shooting yourself in your own foot there have never been many examples of National Self Harm more egregious than BREXIT. Robin Bradley never thought we ' d see the likes of such folly again in our lifetimes. But then along came tariffs.
AIROH: ISDE.................................................................................. 11
The Italian helmet manufacturer has long been an ardent supporter the International Six Days Enduro, that and monumental test of men, women and their machines. However, this year will see the storied event play out in their back yard in northern Italy- so yes, of course AIROH is ' up for it ' again in 2025.
DID: The Chain of Champions.................................................................... 7
The remarkable result at the Philip Island WordSBK season opener in Australia in February was an excellent start to the year ' s ROI for the Aruba. it Ducati team ' s sponsors, none more so than for Official Technical Partner D. I. D.
SIP SCOOTERSHOP: Weight is the enemy of performance...................... 45
The German specialist has a long and proud track record of adding the story where keeping Scooters on the road is concerned- especially the older machines. Among its latest product initiatives, these new MK II reduced weight, high strength forged aluminum 13 " rims for all Modern Vespa GTS models are a winner.
LEATT: Flexmesh............................................................................ 44
It ' s already been a strong year for the legendary South African protection, gear and apparel specialist with product introductions including ADV helmets, ' head-to-toe ' Moto range apparel and now, Leatt ' s Flexmesh technology represents an all-new brand in its advanced protective equipment programs.
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OXFORD PRODUCTS: Atlas luggage................................................ 42
Exclusive to Oxford Products in the UK, the popular and recently expanded ' Explore Everywhere, With Everything ' Atlas range of durable Hypalon fabric universal fitment luggage is growing again, as its versatility and functionality continues to find new applications.
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