Sources: AMD, IDN, FT, Reuters, PSB, MPN, BDN, MCN, AP, Bloomberg, MSNW, Electrek, electricmotorcycles. news, RideApart. com, Motor1. com, Cycle World, motorbikewriter. com news ROOM
NEWS
BRIEFS
The FIM World Supercross Championship continues to have problems with venues. The 2025 series will return to Europe with Stockholm confirmed to host the Swedish GP on 6 December. This follows the withdrawal of Kuala Lumpur ' s Stadium Merdeka as the season opener- which means no round in Asia this year. The 2025 season will now begin in Buenos Aires on 8 November, before visiting Vancouver, the Gold Coast in Australia, Stockholm, and finally Cape Town for the season finale; worldsupercrosschampionship. com
German lubricant supplier Mannol sells its proven Ceramo Ester Additive for use in ' unit ' style engine and clutch combinations and dry clutches- such as in Ducati models. ' White Graphite ' or a similar dry, hightemperature lubricant is used in motorcycle clutches for its ability to reduce friction and prevent seizing in high-temperature and high-pressure environments where oil-based lubricants might fail or become gummy and ineffective. Graphite ' s layered structure allows layers to slide easily, making it an excellent dry lubricant for components like clutch cables or internal clutch mechanisms that require longlasting, wear-resistant lubrication; www. mannol. de
Galfer USA
Barcelona based brakes specialist Galfer has opened a new North American operational subsidiary in Orlando, Florida. Galfer USA is the new operating unit for the distribution for its products in the United States and Canada. " This strategic move, which consolidates more than 30 years of presence in the market through a local distributor, reinforces the company ' s commitment by offering direct and privileged access to its technology, service, and official distribution." With over 70 years of experience in developing brake rotors and pads, Galfer is known for innovation. Its patented Wave( W) was first introduced in1998 and since then other proprietary technologies have proven popular braking performance solutions, such as Shark, Cubiq, and Floatech rotors, and Sinter and semi-metal pads. A continuous commitment to R & D has solidified Galfer as an OEM supplier for
With another dominant performance at the final round of the TrialGP championship in the UK, Toni Bou- the ' King of Trials '- has won an incredible 38th world title and added yet another chapter to a truly extraordinary career. His latest victory brings his total FIM World Championship titles to an astonishing 38- 19 of them in TrialGP( outdoor) and 19 in X-Trial( indoor). " Bou had already torn up the history books several years ago, but he continues to build his legendary status and shows no sign of stopping."
Galfer R90 compliant ' Floatech ROAD ' brake disc programme
leading brands, including KTM, Ducati, Triumph, Beta, Sherco, Stark, MV Agusta, Rieju, Honda-Montesa, Orbea, Pivot, Bianchi, and Megamo, among others. Certified by ISO 9001, 14001, and 50001 standards, all Galfer brake rotors and pads hold ECE R-90 Homologation and 2024 saw the awarding of the prestigious FIM Quality Product seal. Galfer has won over 120 world championships since 1952 in disciplines such as MotoGP, WSBK,
Toni Bou- the ' King of Trials '
The Catalan has been at the top of his sport since 2007, with no one able to dethrone him since. " He has continued to redefine what ' s possible on two wheels, blending supreme technical skill and balance with the relentless drive of a true champion." Bou ' s weapon of choice has been Honda subsidiary Montessa ' s Cota 4RT. In addition to his world titles, Bou has also won 11 national Outdoor Trial titles and helped Spain achieve 18 Trial Des Nations titles- an event that sees riders compete in a two-day Trial event
Motocross, Supercross, Enduro, Trial, Downhill, and Cross Country. Francisco Catena, CEO of Industrias Galfer said that " this subsidiary will reflect our values of innovation, quality, service, and excellence. From here, we will continue to drive solutions that make a difference in the industry with a local strategy and execution in a market that will be one of the pillars of the future Galfer." The new 500 m ²( 1,650 square feet) Orlando facility, led by Armando Riva, a North American brake market professional, will guarantee a significant improvement in delivery times and availability for distributors, race teams, dealers and workshops in the US and Canada. Galfer therefore now completes its international structure, adding the Orlando subsidiary to the one already operating in Italy since 2018. www. galfer. eu
representing their country, rather than their team.