International Dealer News IDN 142 April/May 2018 | Page 56

PRO GuIDe ‘Plug & Play’ SLA batteries French specialist BS Battery has launched the ‘SLA’ battery range - a “comprehensive line of sealed, activated and ready to start batteries that are the right solution for dealers and their customers,” says General Manager Benjamin Sebban. “With no more acid to handle during the initial battery activation procedure, the ‘SLA’ concept is the ultimate user-friendly motorcycle battery solution – true “Plug & Play”. Featuring AGM technology (Absorbed Glass Material), Benjamin says that the ‘SLA’ range is “designed for higher performance and extended life, providing premium quality and improved safety.” They are available in standard and heavy-duty versions - for larger capacity machines that need higher cranking amps, such as BMW and Harley- Davidson models. BS has a full line of 50 ’SLA’ battery types, covering more than 85% of the motorcycles currently on the roads in Europe. They are 100% sealed for easier and safer transportation, handling and installation. Proud 2018 sponsor of French MotoGP rider Johann Zarco, BS Battery also sells a wide range of lead acid batteries for powersport applications - motorcycle, scooter, ATV, snowmobile, and jet ski. The company operates in 54 countries worldwide and is an OEM as well as aftermarket vendor, supplying batteries for various major motorcycle, scooter and ATV manufacturers. BS BATTERY SAS Suresnes, FRANCE Tel: +33 1 83 62 45 60 [email protected] www.bs-battery.com Macna ‘Vosges’ 3-layer modular jacket with ‘Night Eye’ Dutch apparel specialist Splash Design has introduced the ‘Vosges’ jacket to its top- selling Macna line. Described as a “true all-road jacket, ready to hit the road and probably some dirt, too”, it is said to be “packed with lots of smart innovations and offers a great deal of comfort and functionality to the adventurous touring rider”. It features a 3-layer system, with removable Raintex membrane and the warm thermo liner, and ventilation panels on the chest and zips on the arms for extra airflow that exits on the back of the jacket. For cold weather riding the ‘Vosges’ is prepared for Macna’s optional battery operated ‘Hot Vest’ – the battery will provide up to three hours of heat (subject to setting). Additional features include an adjustable ‘Comfix’ collar, and ‘Vosges’ is wind collar prepared, has trouser connection zips, attachable LED light for night-time visibility, reflection panels and Macna’s exclusive and award-winning ‘Night Eye’ fabric – a coating of tiny, reflective beads that makes the rider clearly seen in traffic headlights even on the darkest nights. There are ‘Safe Tech’ CE protectors at the shoulders and elbows and a back pocket for 56 the optional CE back protector; arm adjustment straps; ‘Easy Cuff’ makes sure there’s no loop/snap tangle at the end of the sleeve - just a small zip to attach the membrane to the outer shell. MACNA Veghel, NETHERLANDS Tel. +31 (0)413 389089 [email protected] www.macna.com INTERNATIONAL DEALER NEWS - APRIL/MAY 2018