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Touratech windscreens:“ more comfort, great looks”
‘ Mask’ vintage helmet
New for 2017 from Premier, the‘ Mask’ is a vintage helmet with added goggles and protective mask. With foam lined inner rims, the Lexan goggle lenses are securely attached directly to the shell( elastic bands and buttons) while the thermoplastic mask has a net fabric interior for dust protection- the mask is connected with the goggles by interlocking plastic buttons. The helmet shell has three metal buttons to allow attachment of the included classic peak; the three-button visor is available as an optional accessory. The outer shell is
moulded in tri-composite DCA fibres( Dyneema, carbon and aramid fibres) with two sizes of variable density internal EPS liner. The anti-allergic, sanitised treated internal lining is completely removable and washable; the sides of the cheeks are covered with red leatherette. Equipped with micro-adjustable buckle quick release, the
‘ Mask’ conforms to ECE 22- 05 homologation.
PMR S. r. l. Gallicano / Lucca, ITALY Tel: + 39 0583 730310 info @ premier. it www. premier. it
Adjustable Nitron shocks for MT-10
Touratech says its in-house manufactured windshields offer“ better protection from the elements and boost the aerodynamics of a wide range of adventure bikes. They are available in different heights to suit the size of the rider and the intended use”. The“ form and function of the upper edge of the windshields are based on our rally racing experiences. The design is patented in the USA and provides optimum coverage and the cleanest airflow while still keeping a relatively low profile and great looks. The material used is a shock-resistant“ Plexiglass”, which complies with the German general operating permit( ABE) standards.“ The aerodynamic optimisation guides the air streams over the head of the rider without unnecessary turbulence. This means the shield is not only flicker-free, but also improves the riding experience for the rider and passenger”. Touratech windscreens are currently available for the BMW F 800 GS and R 1200 GS / ADV, Ducati Multistrada, Honda NC 700 / 750 X, NC 700 / 750 S and Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin( as seen here), Yamaha MT-09 Tracer and KTM models 1190 / 1050, 1290 / 1190 / 1050 and 690 Enduro / R. Depending on the bike model, the Touratech windscreens are available in various sizes to suit the rider ' s height and the application, in a transparent or tinted version.
TOURATECH AG Niedereschach, GERMANY Tel. + 49( 0) 7728 92790 info @ touratech. de www. touratech. com
Founded in 1998 and with headquarters in Oxfordshire, England’ s famed‘ Motorsport Valley’, British manufacturer Nitron has launched a new fully serviceable upgrade shock range for the new Yamaha MT-10. With the damper fluid under pressure from the nitrogen gas charged cell, the performance from the shocks are far more temperature stable and the feel is under heavy or prolonged use if more consistent. Nitron shocks feature a full range of adjustable features including rebound damping to fully adjustable independent high / low speed compression – with a far wider and more linear range of adjustment that the OE unit it replaces; 14 or 16mm induction hardened, super polished piston rod; progressive cellular bump stop; Teflon lined“ Ultimate Low Friction” spherical bearings and a“ FLEXaLIGHT” coated silicone steel spring. Pre-set in production, their gas pressurised 40mm R1 large piston mono-tube damping system is said to offer all riders immediate improvements in both handling and ride, in particular under hard and prolonged conditions. For more confident and experienced riders the extra adjustment functions of the R2, R3 and 46mm Race Pro versions allow settings to be tailored to their own requirements and preferences. For quick and easy ride height adjustment, an easy to use remote, hydraulic pre-load adjuster( HPA) option is recommended for improved convenience. The mono-tube shock body has a hard anodised titanium finish and spring finish options include standard Nitron blue or titanium black. Nitron uses state-of-the-art dynamometers, 5-axis CNC machines and the latest 3d CAD techniques and brings considerable machining, materials technology, hydraulics, bike engineering and F1 racing experience to their shock absorber design programmes.
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NITRON RACING SYSTEMS Witney, Oxon, UK Tel: + 44( 0) 1993 849449 info @ nitron. co. uk www. nitron. co. uk
34 INTERNATIONAL DEALER NEWS- APRIL / MAY 2017