International Dealer News IDN 152 December 2019/January 2020 | Page 26

SHOW ZONE D.I.D Chain: Recent new products from Bologna, Italy based D.I.D Europe include upgrades with the emphasis on extended chain life and durability - its current 525VX and 530VX are updated with the 525VX3 and 530VX3 that are said to feature +8% higher tensile strength due to increased hardness of the inner plate and +5% improvement in durability thanks to increased X- ring retention, durability and greatly improved sealing. The upgraded chains will also fit a wider range of motorcycles; www.dideu.it DP Brakes: The British manufacturer is the originator of sintered brake pad technology and still the only brake pad maker focussed exclusively on developing and producing sintered metal brake pads - making them unique in the motorcycle industry. Both as replacements and performance upgrades for O.E sintered metal brake pads, DP Brakes' complete product line offers fitments for every riding application, including racing, sport, touring and cruising, with recent expansions into the off-road and ATV markets. "Superior to anything else available, DP Brakes ATV pads deliver the kind of high mileage and exceptional braking in mud, wet sand and worse that leaves other brake pads far behind"; www.dp-brakes.com ICON: Distributed exclusively in Europe by Parts Europe (Wasserliesch/Trier, Germany), recent new products in what is one of the world's leading apparel and helmet ranges include a new VARIANT PRO helmet designed, the company says, "in response to dealer demand". Designed at the ICON HQ at Portland, Oregon, it "is truly one of a kind with a wind tunnel tested modern shape, handcrafted composite shell, intermediate oval head form and refined anti-lift visor, low profile vents, quick-change, fog-free shield, five-piece modular liner with moisture wicking Hydradry, integrated chin EPS air channels to reduce shield fogging and removable chin curtain". They also have a newly designed Airframe Pro called LUCKYLID 3, four new designs for the Airflite to freshen up one of its best selling helmet programmes and two new graphics for the Airmada line. "The new TARMAC2 redefines riding jackets with waterproof, breathable and comfortable 4-way stretch HYCOR material and for 'dragon-fighters' ICON created the OVERLORD SB2 SERPECANT jacket, which comes with an inner liner and flex zones". ICON has always created fantastic gear especially for lady riders - the 26 INTERNATIONAL DEALER NEWS - DECEMBER 2019 / JANUARY 2020 PBR: Recent new products from the Italian specialist include zinc-coated C45 medium carbon steel 'C-Light' and anodised alloy aluminium Ergal sprockets for 2019/2020 MX models, along with a a diversification into the handlebar market with Ergal handlebars and clip-ons for off-road and street applications; www.pbr.it BS Battery: One of the fastest growing battery brands and manufacturing operations in the motorcycle and wider powersports industry, Paris based BS Battery followed up the launch of its Premium Grade Lithium battery programme earlier this year with its new BA10 dual charger. Described as "the most practical battery charger for motorcycle batteries, the BA10 is small, safe and easy to use - you cannot get it wrong", says CEO Benjamin Sebban. "This charger will always deliver a good charge whether in maintenance of full recharge mode. It offers a 6V/12V switch and is a 3- stage, 100% automatic charger delivering 1 amp, able to recover tired, deeply discharged or sulphated batteries"; www.bs-battery.com new OVERLORD SB2 MANDALA jacket "will be a must-have for female riders. It comes with pre- curved arms and integrated flex zones for more comfort and a quilted liner for warmth". The ICON 1000 is its retro- oriented line with modern technology inside, and the new BRIGAND jacket is constructed of a durable Cordura denim chassis with a flannel liner for warmth. Additionally, the jacket includes a removable, waterproof liner". All ICON jackets are equipped with a complete set of D3O protectors at the elbows, shoulders and back; www.partseurope.eu; www.rideicon.com www.idnmag.com