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Matris- R12 GS suspension options
Italian suspension specialist Matris has announced a full set of suspension upgrades for the 1200 cc BMW R12 GS( MY 2025 and up). Delivering a full range of setting options, for the front fork Matris offers its well-known F25R-X and F20K quad-valve asymmetric hydraulic cartridges. Fully adjustable on compression, rebound and preload, both fork kits are a fully reversible ' plug and play ' replacement for all the original internal fork components- ready to fit with no modifications needed. At the back, Matris recommend their M46R or M46K monoshock options as ' better ' and ' best ' options. They are fully adjustable for compression, rebound, ride-height and spring preload by remote knob unit – " to ensure a fast and easy setting change for riding style and load." Specific spring rates are available for the front forks and rear shocks based on rider weight and normal load – the standard spring is in Orange and the ' Dark Series ' are finished in black. " To complete the setting upgrades and provide greater stability, including significantly reduced front wheel shake, our internationally popular SDR and
LV-14 Titanium forged carbon edition
SDK steering dampers are fully adjustable options hydraulic, Nitrogen gas pressurised options with our exclusive, award winning ' Speed Sensitive System ' for greater safety and durability."
MATRIS S. R. L. Camisano Vicentino( VI), ITALY Tel: + 39 0444 411636 info @ matrisdampers. com www. matrisdampers. com
The LeoVince LV-14 Titanium Forged Carbon Edition " marks a new evolution in the LV-14 design, combining bold lines, advanced materials and meticulous craftsmanship to enhance the character of the latest generation of motorcycles. " It has been specifically developed for the BMW R 1300 GS, BMW R 1300 GS Adventure, BMW R 1300 R and BMW R 1300 RS and, like the other LV-14 exhaust systems available for these models, it is fully road legal."
The Grade 1 titanium outer sleeve features a refined shot-blasted finish, combining lightweight construction with " outstanding strength while giving the exhaust a technical, elegant and contemporary appearance ". The new forged carbon fibre end cap is the first LeoVince component made from this advanced material. Its distinctive structure allows complex shapes to be created while combining lightness, strength and exceptional attention to detail. " The irregular pattern makes every component visually unique, giving the exhaust an even more modern, distinctive and sophisticated character." The silencer incorporates high-temperature-resistant sound-absorbing materials, assembled by hand to deliver " the unmistakable LeoVince sound. Handfinished TIG welds, performed by skilled technicians, ensure strength and reliability, while the laser-etched ' LV Titanium ' logo completes the design with a clean yet distinctive detail."
LEOVINCE Monticello d ' Alba( CN), ITALY info @ leovince. com www. leovince. com
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