International Dealer News IDN 116 Dec 2013/Jan 2014 | Page 29

PRODUCT NEWS GPR prepares for 2014 ITALIAN exhaust specialist GPR is preparing to increase its product range for 2014, as it reports an increase in export sales has given it its best sales improvement in the last five years. Among the new options being prepared for launch in 2014 is the Tiburon line of exhausts for motorcycle applications. Supplied with a removable DB killer, the new exhausts are designed for use on bikes which have the silencer under the tail section. For the scooter market, GPR is expanding its Furore line of exhausts. In 2014 the range of Furore will be available for most four-stroke scooters between 125 and 350cc. The exhausts are made of aluminium and offered in several colours, silver, black, and carbon look. Alongside its core business of exhaust production GPR is now launching its Ergal line in 2104. Produced in Milan, the new range of CNC machined Ergal aluminium parts includes gas caps, brake pedal levers, crash bungs, and other small parts, available in several colours from January 2014. GPR is extending its Furore line of scooter exhausts for 2014 GPR ITALIA SRL Cerro al Lambro (MI), ITALY Tel: [phone] [email protected] www.gpr.it Crash protectors are among the new CNC machined Ergal aluminium parts, options being launched by GPR in 2014 Knox Zero 2 Glove KNOX’ new winter riding glove is the Zero 2, which uses two patented technologies in its construction. Waterproofing technology from OutDry is combined with SPS, a system invented by Knox to reduce scaphoid injuries. Unlike standard waterproof liners, which are sandwiched between the outer shell and inner lining, the OutDry membrane used in the Zero 2 is bonded directly to the shell. By doing this Knox claims that it prevents a buildup of water between the outer and inner layers, and also seals stitching and joins against water ingress. An addition benefit of this construction method is that the glove can be made thinner than other winter gloves, with the benefit of providing more feel and feedback. Not only is the OutDry system breathable, it is windproof too, which combines with the Zero 2’s 115g Primaloft insulation and Bemberg micro-fleece liner to, keep the wearer’s hands warm. Additional features on the Zero 2s include a TPR visor wipe on the left thumb, and silicon prints on the end of the first two fingers give increased grip on wet levers. Goat hide is used in the construction of the Zero 2 with kangaroo leather on the palm, which combines with Knox’s dual compound SPS ‘Scaphoid Protection System’ for abrasion resistance. PLANET KNOX Cockermouth, UK Tel. [phone] [email protected] www.knox-armour.co.uk GSG Mototechnik equips Brutale GSG Mototechnik has introduced a range of parts for use on the MV Agusta Brutale 675/800. The new handlebars for the bike feature an aluminium core which is wrapped in carbon fibre. The bars are 18mm higher than the standard part. To go with the bars, GSG Mototechnik is offering Synto Evo adjustable brake and clutch levers. Rider contact points continue with the option of Vario footpegs and the lowered footpeg mounts. To dramatically alter the look of the Brutale a full length belly pan is available, as are black anodized micro turn signals with smoked lenses, and a revised license plate holder. The range of parts from GSG Mototechnik continues with CNC machined aluminium sprockets and a selection of crash protectors for frame, fork and wheel axles. GSG MOTOTECHNIK Extertal, GERMANY Tel: [phone] [email protected] www.gsg-mototechnik.de INTERNATIONAL DEALER NEWS - DEC/JAN 2013 29