Beringer: The respected French brakes specialist was founded in 1985, and many customisers consider the company’s 6-piston radial calipers and Aerotec master cylinders and discs to be a “go-to” choice for high performance braking applications, especially when upgraded suspension systems and controls are being used; www.beringer-brakes.com
TecMate: The manufacturer of the market-leading OptiMate programme of battery chargers, diagnostic and maintenance systems for AGM, GEL and standard lead-acid batteries is on a crusade to educate the market about the advantages and safe and proper use and maintenance of lithium (LiFePo4) batteries for powersports applications; www.tecmate.com
Ferodo: New from the brakes specialist, the FERODO MXR disc range covers most popular motocross bikes, with all MXR discs incorporating Ferodo’s unique Dirt Expulsion System (DES). They are manufactured with Ferodo’s cross drilled holes design in order to improve braking performance and consistency; in off-road conditions, traditional hole designs tend to act as a collection point for mud, gradually reducing performance and increasing wear. This is further compounded when the mud starts to bake and harden at the high temperatures often experienced during MX use. Ferodo’s cross drilled hole pattern expels dirt and mud, maintaining the braking performance, reducing the risk of pad glazing and prolonging the life of the braking parts; www.ferodoracing.com
Stylmartin: “The adventure never ends” with Stylmartin’s new ‘Matrix’ boots, featuring full grain, water-repellent leather uppers, waterproof and breathable lining, gear shift, malleolus, shin and fibula protections and Vibram outer sole; www.stylmartin.it
Vertex Pistons: Celebrating 23-year-old Kiara Fontanesi’s 5th women’s MX World Championship in six years in 2017, new products this year from the Italian piston and performance specialist included an enlarged range of street pistons. Developed in the World Championship, in collaboration with Team Gresini and several other series, including Superbike and Supersport, the Vertex street range includes 15 models in replica or high compression versions for selected Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki and BMW and Ducati models. Provided in kits with segments, pins and mounting rings, they feature a minimum limit weight for their category and an increased compression ratio with a “great performance increase without any loss of reliability”; www.vertexpistons.com
Nexx Helmets: Andre Varandas, Marketing Manager. The Portuguese manufacturer’s 2018 line-up will be available for dealers in November, and from the highlights teased so far, it looks like Retro is its “new black”. As part of the X.GARAGE Collection, there will be the off-road X.G 200 helmet, along with a backpack, a facemask and a complete line of off-road retro-inspired goggles. Also new for the adventure segment is the new X.WED 2 helmet; www.nexx-helmets.com
SBS: A new branding programme is the latest in a series of upgrades to the Danish brake pad manufacturer’s market presence that has also included entry into new market sectors, including the brake disc market; www.sbs.dk
