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J. Juan: The big news from the Barcelona region based international motorcycle braking systems manufacturer is of the formation of a new division – J. Juan Electronics – to lead research and development in to new generation data capture, connectivity and safety for integration into motorcycle handling systems for the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead with future Powered Two-Wheelers of all kinds. Already a leader in braking technology with manufacturing in Europe, India, China and, soon, North America, the new division will be headed up by Maurizio de Lucia; www. jjuanelectronics. com
Digades: Two years ago, the German manufacturer was the first to market with a retro-fit aftermarket E-Call system. Its award-winning‘ dguard’ automatic crash detection system with integrated theft alarm function detects an accident and automatically connects the driver with the emergency call center. If he or she is still able to speak, they can inform the call center about their injuries; in case the driver isn ' t responsive anymore,‘ dguard’ sends the GPS coordinates to the emergency call center, which will activate the appropriate measures; www. dguard. com
Beringer: The respected French brakes specialist was founded in 1985, and many customisers consider the company’ s 6-piston radial calipers and Aerotec master cylinders and discs to be a“ go-to” choice for high performance braking applications, especially when upgraded suspension systems and controls are being used; www. beringerbrakes. com
TecMate: The manufacturer of the market-leading OptiMate programme of battery chargers, diagnostic and maintenance systems for AGM, GEL and standard lead-acid batteries is on a crusade to educate the market about the advantages and safe and proper use and maintenance of lithium( LiFePo4) batteries for powersports applications; www. tecmate. com
Ferodo: New from the Italian brakes specialist, the FERODO MXR disc range covers most popular motocross bikes, with all MXR discs incorporating Ferodo’ s unique Dirt Expulsion System( DES). They are manufactured with Ferodo’ s cross drilled holes design in order to improve braking performance and consistency; in off-road conditions, traditional hole designs tend to act as a collection point for mud, gradually reducing performance and increasing wear. This is further compounded when the mud starts to bake and harden at the high temperatures often experienced during MX use. Ferodo’ s cross drilled hole pattern expels dirt and mud, maintaining the braking performance, reducing the risk of pad glazing and prolonging the life of the braking parts; www. ferodoracing. com