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Yamaha MT, XSR and Tracer series suspensions
Italian specialist Matris has new model-specific setup and tuned suspension products available to“ improve performance and driving comfort” on Yamaha’ s popular MT, XSR and Tracer family. For the‘ 13-’ 16 and 2017 MT-09, Tracer 900 and XSR 900, the company’ s M46KD and M46KF multiadjustable rear monoshock is available with hydraulic spring preload in their“ DarkSeries” design“ for a perfect look and aesthetic combination”; SDK and SDR steering damper kits for improved sports and fast / sport riding stability; F20K series complete multi-adjustable hydraulic cartridge kit; and“ entry
Fork kit for Tracer 700
Rear shock for Tracer 700
Steering Damper for MT-09
level” FKS and FRK series spring and hydraulic kits- all with dedicated settings and springs that can be installed without modifications to the original fork. For the MT-07 / Tracer 700 / XSR 700, Matris has its M46KD series rear monoshock- multi-adjustable in rebound, length and spring preload( standard or hydraulic) with dedicated springs for custom configuration. On the front, their innovative F15K hydraulic cartridge, multi-adjustable in compression-reboundspring preload, transforms the original non-adjustable fork into a fully adjustable suspension, plus their“ entry level” FKE and FSE fork sets. These easy to install kits do not require any modification to the original fork. MT-03 specific products to improve set-up and performance include their fully adjustable M46KD and M46KF series hydraulic shock absorbers with on demand hydraulic spring preload adjustment;“ entry level” FKE and FSE fork kit series, and new multiadjustable F15K hydraulic cartridge with driver weight-specific dedicated spring option. For Yamaha’ s“ flagship” MT-10 maxi naked style bike, the Matris M46KD, M46K and M46R series monoshocks are multi-adjustable in compression, rebound, length and spring preload with new IK
Rear shock for MT-07
( Integrated Knob adjustment) option- available in‘ Dark and‘ Shadow’ style versions; also available is their F12R fork kit – a“ classic” multi-adjustable hydraulic cartridge- and new“ sealed” F25SA hydraulic cartridge.
MATRIS S. R. L. Camisano Vicentino( VI), ITALY Tel: + 39 0444 411636 info @ matrisdampers. com www. matrisdampers. com
G. Helium Gore-Tex touring boot
G. Warrior
This new G. Helium high-quality boot from Gaerne is designed to be“ comfortable and light over long distances while touring”. The innovative G. Stretch fit system“ ensures unmatched comfort thanks to the wraparound fit, low weight and a tapered design”. Benefits include a shield on the front area and ankle, a gear reinforcement integrated in the upper and yellow fluo reflex inserts and elasticated front and back instep areas. Additional features include an ankle foam system, an anatomic and removable shock
G. Helium absorber insole, rubber-resistant, anti-slip and anti-skid rubber sole, and the use of a Gore-Tex internal membrane to guarantee waterproofing and breathability. Also seen here, the Gaerne Cafe Racer line are new leather boots that“ combine vintage styling with excellent craftsmanship to complement a Cafe Racer look”. The G. Stone Gore-Tex boot in black is made from soft full grain leather and features a zip closure and lateral Velcro fasteners and laces at the front, malleolus and gear protection, and a padded collar in soft leather.“ The sole with dotted tread guarantees maximum grip on all types of terrain and the internal Gore-Tex lining makes the shoe waterproof and breathable”, says Gaerne. The G. Warrior in brown full grain leather has nylon inserts and an inner lining,“ which make this boot completely breathable”. Features also include malleolus and front gear protection, a soft leather padded collar, laces at the front, zip and Velcro on
the side and all-surface dotted tread sole.
GAERNE S. p. A. Coste di Maser( TV), ITALY Tel: + 39 0423 923169 gaerne @ gaerne. com www. gaerne. com
G. Stone
46 INTERNATIONAL DEALER NEWS- FEBRUARY / MARCH 2018