International Dealer News IDN 116 Dec 2013/Jan 2014 | Page 31

PRODUCT NEWS MAGURA to update radial master cylinder programme EVER since its introduction, the MAGURA 190 Radial brake master cylinder has been a brake and clutch control benchmark for many riders and dealers, but the company has announced that a new version is currently undergoing the final development stages. To be named HC3, Magura say that the brand identity is designed to integrate two of what they see as the most important design process features. The ‘HC’ refers to the fully patented “MAGURA Hard Core Braking technology”, which has been designed to reduce the internal friction in the master cylinder while improving the compatibility for long-term use with ABS systems. The ‘3’ is said to refer to the “innovative mechanical lever ratio adjustment, which effectively offers three piston diameters in one master cylinder”. Magura claim tha t this represents a genuine evolution for race master cylinder design and “largest change seen in brake master hydraulic technology for many years”. The company says that the HC3 is “honed from the highest quality aluminium alloy, combining decades of hydraulic know-how with modern technology”, and that it will be “top of the shopping list for all those who wish to reduce lap times”. Magura say that the design compatibility with all modern ABS systems means that the HC3 is also suitable for all high end specials builders, modern Supersport riders, and that it will be “as popular in the paddock as in the streetfighter scene”. By relocating the lever securing bolt (within pit stop time limits) the HC3 mimics having three separate pistons by converting the master cylinder for a higher or lower piston dimension (11/12/13mm, 14/15/16mm and 17/18/19mm). MAGURA Bad Urach, GERMANY [phone] [email protected] www.magura.com INTERNATIONAL DEALER NEWS - DEC/JAN 2013 31