International Dealer News IDN 139 October/November 2017 | Page 36

PRO GuIDe First Bluetooth LE electronic control box for motorcycles New from Motogadget, the ‘m.unit blue’ is designed to eliminate cable clutter and complicated control commands, for “foolproof vehicle management and maintenance using your smartphone.” Claimed to be the first Bluetooth LE motorcycle control box to come to market, an app enables ‘m.unit blue’ set-up, diagnosis and Keyless-Go, as well as a detailed logbook, and can “easily manage and maintain the vehicle.” The box reduces the cable harness in the electrical system to a minimum and offers 12 inputs and 10 outputs – more available functionality than conventional control units. “The ‘m.unit blue’ is the first electronic control box for motorcycles with Bluetooth LE,” explains Budianto Liong, Head of Product at Motogadget. “With this, our proven m.unit is now capable of securely exchanging data at any time and anywhere with the m.ride app. ”Set up, diagnostics and Keyless-Go, as well as management and maintenance, are possible with the smartphone. Even without the app, the small box functions as pushbutton control, fuse, flasher relay, and alarm and thereby minimises the wiring harness. Further improvements include 12 inputs and 10 outputs, as well as exchangeable quality cable clamps.” Bluetooth LE (low energy) establishes a tamper-proof, encrypted connection to the motorcycle that consumes very little power from the smartphone and motorcycle battery. With an activated Keyless-Go, the m.ride app switches on the vehicle’s power system when the smartphone approaches the motorcycle. Depending on the mode setting and alarm sensitivity, the m.unit transmits timestamped alarm events to the app. Additionally, it monitors battery voltage, diagnoses inputs and outputs, and measures currents, voltages and device temperature. All outputs (with the exception of the starter) can be switched on manually via the smartphone; firmware updates can be started and the set up menu can be configured. The app synchronises with the m.unit tachometer and automatically warns of maintenance work for tyres, chain, brake pads, oil, fuel and spark plugs. It shows the park position and uses Ping! to locate the vehicle. The logbook records the routes and logs values such as maximum speed and number of curves. Even without a smartphone and app, the ‘m.unit blue’ can be “at the heart of the vehicle electrics”. It is operated via 4 or 5 handlebar buttons or via normal switches and replaces the complete fuse box, digitally monitoring the 10 independent circuits and switching them off in the event of a fault. An alarm system, flasher relay with automatic switch- off, hazard warning lights, adaptive brake light and the horn relay are integrated. In order to make use of the maximum battery energy when starting, the ‘m.unit blue’ intelligently controls them and switches them off, if necessary. Two auxiliary outputs can be freely configured - the box also controls the assignment of input and output, electric circuit switching status and diagnoses short circuits. It uses calibration and current measurement to identify defective lamps. MOTOGADGET PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Berlin, GERMANY Tel: [phone] [email protected] www.motogadget.com Hugger extensions for over 75 models British bodywork and accessories specialist Pyramid Plastics has just launched the latest in its ever-growing range of hugger extensions, designed to complement the top-selling range of Extenda Fendas. Having originally developed the ‘Extenda Fenda’ back in the late 1980s, Pyramid continues to innovate and expand on the idea of guard extensions, now offering a comprehensive range of hugger extensions which are designed specifically to extend the short OEM rear huggers of today. As well as offering greatly improved protection at both the front and rear of the bike, Pyramid has designed its extensions to replicate the OEM guard to which Both extension ranges are available in matt black and carbon fibre, and all products are free from glossy finishes and unsightly stickers. Pyramid offer hugger extensions for over 75 models and counting, with over 350 Extenda Fendas available from inventory. Founded in 1986, Pyramid ship worldwide direct from its UK factory. they are to be fitted, ensuring that they are functional whilst remaining subtle. PYRAMID PLASTICS Gainsborough, Lincs, UK Tel: [phone] [email protected] www.pyramid-plastics.co.uk