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Conventional and inverted suspension choices
Italian suspension specialist Matris is offering a hydraulic fork cartridge kit that completely replaces all the existing fork internals in conventional front fork set-ups . The F20K is a D . 20 mm hydraulic cartridge ,
F20K hydraulic fork cartridge kit
with a 12 mm piston rod in aluminium alloy , with anti-friction lapping and oxidation surface treatment . Fitted with a hydraulic flow control dedicated shim stack , the anti-cavitation billet aluminium , surface
‘ Black Line ’ Garda cases
anodised , CNC-machined quad valves are configured in an asymmetrical system – with compression adjustment in one leg , rebound in the other , and spring preload in both legs . It will fit on all original forks equipped with original adjustable or non-adjustable
F43SP pressurised fork cartridges without modifications for a fully serviceable , fully reversible installation . The fork kit is supplied with a set-up specific fluid and a set of linear springs in Si-Cr alloy steel , available in different rates , specifically for different bike models and the rider ’ s weight for a totally custom suspension install . Also seen here for inverted ( USD / upside down ) forks , the F43SP is a complete pressurised fork ( for the most popular 600 and 1000cc models ) that is equipped with Matris ’ internal F25 sealed and pressurised cartridge system . Available in standard chromed , gold ( TIN / Titanium Nitride treatment ) or full black ( DLC / Diamond Like Carbon treatment ), the 43 mm chromed steel inner tube installs in a 50 / 54 or 50 / 55 mm black oxide treated aluminium alloy outer tube with a fork lower CNC-machined from a solid billet of aluminium alloy
with 100 or 108 mm radial caliper bracket . Features include compression , rebound and spring preload adjustment , with “ Speed Sensitive System ” damping that responds to the damping speed of the advanced hydraulic sealed and pressurised cartridge .
MATRIS S . R . L . Camisano Vicentino ( VI ), ITALY Tel : + 39 0444 411636 info @ matrisdampers . com www . matrisdampers . com
Kappa ’ s Garda range with “ strong technical and aesthetic features ” now includes a new collection of hard wearing Garda cases in an all-black finish . Garda cases are aimed at “ the most demanding sector of the two-wheeler market that demands both safety and comfort when distances are long and loading capacities vary , requiring a modern design combined with functionality ”. The range includes the KGR52 top case and the KGR46 and KGR33 side cases , both of which can also be used as a top case . The set “ is perfect for a wide range of motorcycle makes and models , for which there are dedicated Monokey attachments . All features of the existing Garda cases are replicated in the new “ Black Line ” version “ with the addition of a touch of style and elegance ”. With the security of a robust case made of technopolymer , the range “ offers excellent resistance to both stress and vibration ”. All Garda cases can safely “ support ” an internal load of 10 kg . For the
“ Black Line ” range , an “ N ” has simply been added to the model code number . The KGR52N top case has the same distinctive features as the side case , but with softer lines that have been designed specifically for the “ substantial ” KGR52N . This top case stands out for its 52 litre capacity and the capability to store two modular helmets . The KGR46N and KGR33N side cases can be purchased separately or in pairs . The pair is supplied with a one-key configuration
( matching lock barrels ) plus a third matching lock barrel to be used in a top case . Designed by Kappa with a square design that offers a 33 and 46 litre capacity , the latter is capable of storing one modular helmet . The Garda line can further be enhanced with a variety of dedicated accessories like the K635 and K632 backrest , the E125 ring kit to anchor the elasticated net , the TK756 soft , padded inner bag , metallic top racks in black painted metal , a nylon top rack and an optional Security Lock set .
KAPPA S . r . l . Brescia ( BS ), ITALY Tel : + 39 030 2686976 info @ kappamoto . com www . kappamoto . com
38 INTERNATIONAL DEALER NEWS - DECEMBER 2017 / JANUARY 2018