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Polini 61 mm cylinder kit- Paiggio Medley and Vespas
This 61 mm cylinder kit from Italian scooter performance specialist Polini is designed to increase the performances of Piaggio 125-150 cc engines 4 stroke 4 valves( Euro 4 and Euro 5) 4-stroke Medley and GTS 125 / 150 ie 4V). The increase of the displacement to 171.8 cc results in a guaranteed increase of 40 % greater acceleration, " significantly improving engine response." The cylinder is made in aluminium with a cast iron barrel. The aluminium piston is equipped with high performance piston rings- one is chromed, and one is in steel and with oil scraper. For an optimal performance, Polini says it is necessary to combine it with the dedicated ECU.
POLINI MOTORI SPA Alzano Lombardo( BG), ITALY Tel: + 39 035 2275 111 news @ polini. com www. polini. com
RFX brand titaniumaluminium footpegs
These new RFX from British specialist Race FX are described as " the perfect balance of performance, lightness and durability." Weighing just 160 g each, they are manufactured in a combination of titanium and aluminium, they are said to " deliver exceptional grip and uncompromising reliability, these footpegs are built for the most demanding riders." Featuring an innovative, clean, weld-free design, they have been developed by RFX ' s in-house R & D team in close collaboration with sponsored riders- including Conrad Mewse and the Crendon Fastrack Honda team. These " next generation footpegs have been tested at the highest level of competition. Their innovative, weld-free design offers a clean, modern finish while ensuring maximum strength and durability."
The base is CNC-machined from aerospace-grade materials- 6061-T6 aluminium- anodised for enhanced wear resistance – and teeth in aerospace Ti-6AL-4V titanium. Fully replaceable, the teeth offer long-lasting performance and significantly reduce boot wear thanks to the thicker profile compared to standard steel versions. They are available for most Japanese and European brand motorcycles.
BIHR SAS Bartenheim, FRANCE Tel: + 33( 0) 3 89 70 30 30 www. mybihr. com
40 IDN- SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2025 www. idnmag. com