International Dealer News IDN 155 June/July 2020 | Page 26

PRO GuIDe SC1-R/S1 Superduke and F900 options Italian exhaust specialist SC-Project continues its prolific new product programme with Euro 4 or 5 street legal prechamber equipped options for the KTM 1290 Superduke and BMW F900-R/XR. For the 2020 KTM 1290 Superduke R, the Euro 4 SC1- R slip-on muffler seen here, with carbon fibre end cap, is made in carbon fibre or titanium with AISI 304 stainless steel link pipe, dB killer and T.I.G. welded bracket. Weighing 1.3 kg less than the 3.3 kg stock exhaust, the WSBK derived SC1-R has an asymmetric and clean rhomboidal shape, matt carbon fibre end cap with sophisticated technical solutions such as hydroformed end spout, advanced sound-absorbing material that is designed to withstand the very high temperatures and exhaust gas pressures of racing motorcycles, and titanium insert bushings CNC-machined from solid to guarantee a precision seal. The kit contains the slip-on muffler, carbon heat protection, springs and screws, heat-resistant adhesive, homologation card and 24-month SC- Project official warranty. Additionally, the Euro 4 racing style S1 slip-on muffler in titanium tapered body, with titanium link pipe, carbon fibre end cap and dB killer weighs 2 kg less than Moto 5.5 FlexLock boots Late in 2019, Cape Town, South Africa based Leatt introduced what it calls "the next step in premium protective gear", releasing its "long-awaited, all-new 5.5 FlexLock boots as part of our 2020 GPX range". The leading protection company, famed for the revolutionary Leatt neck brace, says that "three years of development and testing went into the new 5.5 FlexLock, with our pro athletes from all over the world collaborating in helping us to create what we think is the ultimate off-road boot - an exceptionally well thought design, using top quality materials and a range of features that deliver the ultimate safety - and they are a real head turner too!" Available in white and black, red and blue and plain black, they feature a SlideLock system "for an outstanding first-class fit and a low-profile toebox for easy gear shifting - these boots have all the features and benefits any rider will ever need". Designed to optimise grip and manoeuvrability for landing big jumps while staying connected to the bike, they are CE tested stock and features a spectacular titanium flame arrester. For the 2020 BMW F 900 R/XR, the Euro 5 approved SC1-R slip-on is a perfect performance styled addition to the lines of both of the F 900 versions, weighing 2.2 kg less than the 6.8 kg stock exhaust with carbon fibre end cap, it is available in carbon or titanium. SC-Project says it has tested the SC1-R on the BMW F 900 and seen power gains of +1.7 hp at 8,200 rpm and +1.c Nm torque at 8,000 rpm. The conical muffler does even better with a 3.5 kg weight saving and +1.5 hp and +1.3 Nm power gains. Both exhausts fit both BMW models and allow the position of the muffler to be changed to higher for a sporty look or stock for use with the OE side cases. SC-PROJECT Cassinetta di Lugagnano (MI), ITALY Tel: [phone] [email protected] www.sc-project.com and certified, "with an interior that is cushioned with impact foam for a protective yet snug, soft and comfortable feel. "We have developed an incredible FlexLock system that’s proven to reduce ankle forces by up to 37% and knee forces by up to 35% upon impact when compared to an industry-leading competitor boot. Extensive research, advanced design and high-tech materials make these boots the next step in premium protective gear, giving the Leatt brand the ultimate in head-totoe protection." LEATT CORPORATION Durbanville, SOUTH AFRICA Tel: [phone] [email protected] www.leatt.com