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Verge Motorcycles( Finland) has reached a major milestone in electric vehicle development, becoming the first manufacturer to introduce solid-state battery technology in production motorcycles that are available to customers. Delivering significantly faster charging and extended range compared to conventional lithium-ion systems, they enable up to 370 miles of range and can add roughly 186 miles of range in about 10 minutes of charging on its Verge Labs ' Donut Motor ' equipped TS Pro.
In the U. S., the 13-store strong premium European brand motorcycle dealer group Moto America has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. With outlets in states including California, Florida, and Oregon, carrying brands such as BMW Motorrad, Triumph, Ducati, Royal Enfield, and Vespa the SLC, Utah based group has cited rising interest rates and inventory floorplan costs, higher price-points and slower inventory turns as among the challenges following the loss of a $ 3m deposit tied to a planned $ 15m credit facility that failed to close.
British crash protection specialist( and BSB Sponsor) R & G has reached a noteworthy milestone as it launched its 600th Crash Protector Kit since being founded in 1999. The new kit was for the 2025 Honda CBR650R( e-clutch version). The company ' s very first application was for the legendary Suzuki GSX-R750.
Germany- Touratech ' s 2025 Travel Event attracted some 15,000 visitors to the Touratech headquarters in Niedereschach( Baden- Württemberg). The 2026 event is slated for 5-7 June. www. touratech. de
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Quality Cluster Lead at POLIS Network as well as Sofia Pechin and Antonio Perlot. Perlot stated: " There is a clear positive attitude towards the integration of L- category vehicles in urban mobility. What we want to achieve is for policymakers and cities to fully recognise the potential of these vehicles, including them in future SUMPS. This warrants closer
cooperation between public authorities and vehicle manufacturers, providing further opportunities for improved urban mobility." Mariano Roman, President of ANCMA added that " confindustria ANCMA will continue its dialogue in the coming months with ANCI and its members to ensure that Italian cities fully acknowledge the role and potential of L-category vehicles within their urban mobility strategies." The panel emphasised that the path to sustainable urban mobility depends on " closer cooperation between cities, industry, and citizens ". The key motorcycle industry findings from the Oxford Economics study will appear in an upcoming IDN edition.
Omnia Racing expands exhaust line-up with premium brands
Omnia Racing Special Parts has announced the expansion of its online catalogue with the addition of several renowned exhaust brands. Alongside its already prestigious portfolio, the Italian distributor now includes S & S Cycle, Vance & Hines and FMF from the United States, Spanish IXIL and IXRACE exhausts( Barcelona) and the Italian made Spark exhausts range. " These additions further strengthen our position as one of Europe ' s most comprehensive sources for motorcycle
performance components," says CEO Fabrizio Bertollini. With this impressive expansion, Omnia Racing continues to deliver an everbroader selection of race, custom, and off-road exhaust systems, catering to riders of all styles and disciplines. From the high-performance precision of Spark and the custom flair S & S V-twin range, to the rugged, world-famous off-road heritage of FMF, distinctive Drag Race Strip bred performance of Vance & Hines and Frech style of IXIL, Omnia has virtually every sector of the
motorcycle market covered. " Our goal has always been to provide riders with the best components available on the market," said Fabrizio. " By integrating these new brands, we ' re ensuring that every enthusiast- from track racers and custom builders to adventure and touring riders- can find the perfect exhaust solution within our inventory." ww. omniaracing. net