German motorcycle registrations

German motorcycle registrations +5.41 percent for the 11 months to November 2015

According to the latest data released by the motorcycle industry trade association in Germany (IVM, Essen), new motorcycle registrations in November were essentially "flat" on low volumes at +0.10 percent compared to November 2014 (2,009 units compared to 1,007), meaning that for the year-to-date (January to November 2015) the German motorcycle market was +5.41 percent (99,599 units compared to 94,477 units for the first 11 months of 2014) - already ahead of the 2014 full-year total of 96,823 units.

In total PTW terms, November was up by +4.63 percent (3,636 units) in Germany, and is +6.11 percent (at 145,800 units) for the year-to-date - already ahead of the 2014 full-year total of 140,609 units.

The top-selling motorcycle in Germany so far in 2015 is BMW’s R 1200 GS (7,086 units), followed by Yamaha's MT-07 (3,138 units) and BMW’s Nine T (2,572 units), with the Kawasaki ER-6n fourth and Yamaha MT-09 fifth.

The top-selling motorcycle manufacturer so far in 2015 is BMW with 23.10 percent of the German motorcycle market (23,008 units, +8.89 percent compared to their market share performance for the first 11 months of 2014), with Yamaha second with 11.47 percent of the German motorcycle market (11,420 units, +17.85 percent), and Kawasaki third with 10.33 percent German market share (10,286 units, +7.72 percent).

Honda are fourth with a 10.33 percent market share (10,281 units), which is down -7.02 percent on their 2014 11 month performance, and Harley-Davidson fifth with a 9.76 percent share (9,719 units), down -7.25 percent). KTM are sixth (+1.05 percent); Suzuki seventh (+8.17 percent); Ducati eighth (up by a massive +25.24 percent selling 5,637 units, 1,649 of which were Scramblers); Triumph ninth (-10.51 percent); Aprilia tenth (+17.94 percent).

EICMA 2015 part II

EICMA 2015 part II

Motoweek presents a selection of "Milan Show" exhibitor and product news. In a year that saw long-delayed R&D investments finally result in a tsunami of new product initiatives, exhibitors capitalised on the positive business environment and strong international industry visitor attendance seen this year ... 

KABUTO: New from the Japanese helmet manufacturer is the 'Ibuki', a touring flip-up manufactured in two shell sizes with "advanced composite technology", dual density impact absorption liner, Pinlock visor, patented "wake stabiliser" and forced air ventilation system; www.kabuto-europe.com

 

SBS: Always proud of its well earned race credentials, this year the Danish brake pad manufacturer showcased its relationships with Nicolò Canepa's Team Althea Racing Panigale, Ryan Villopoto's Kawasaki Factory Team MXGP bike, and a special SBS version of the spectacular Ducati Desmosedici RR from Danish team JSB Racing; www.sbs.dk

 

HYPERPRO: The innovative Dutch suspension specialist has new owners, and at a time when a lot of international motorcycle industry parts and accessory businesses are falling under ownerships from outside the industry, Hyperpro has been taken over by long-time International Sales & Marketing Manager Jan Belder (left) and Technical Sales Engineer Peter van den Bogard; www.hyperpro.com

 

UFO PLAST: It has been another good year for Italian off-road parts and apparel specialist UFO Plast's race investments with supported riders taking the MXGP title (Romain Febvre, Yamaha - also a member of the victorious French MXDN team) and the WMX title with Italian Kiara Fontanesi again winning the Women's World title on a Yamaha YZ250F; www.ufoplast.com

 

CNC RACING: Italian sportsbike parts and accessory specialist Luca Fornaini of CNC Racing continues to innovate - recent new product introductions include an entire programme of model-specific custom options for Ducati's award-winning 2015 Multistrada. Well known for their clutch actuators, CNC now have a version of their 30-percent effort-saving design available for the Multistrada; CNC footrests have been researched for the ergonomics of the Multistrada, and new cranks for the gear change side and rear brake are also available; www.cncracing.it

 

INNTECK: One of Italy's best known distributors, and one of the largest distributors of motorcycle seals and related products for Swedish manufacturer SKF (the "knowledge engineering company"), recent product news has included stock replacement shock absorber floating pistons that replace stock fixed position designs to improve response and durability and friction-reducing Glide kits for Showa SFF-Air TAC forks; www.innteck.com

 

PAASCHBURG & WUNDERLICH: Following the death of owner Uwe Paaschburg in September at the age of 59, it was no doubt a tough week for the P&W team, but it was good to see the well known Hamburg based designer, manufacturer and distributor "keeping the flag flying" - the best possible tribute to a highly respected industry professional; www.pwonline.de

Dutch motorcycle market

Dutch motorcycle market +9.7 percent for first 11 months

The latest data released by Dutch motorcycle industry trade association RAI Vereniging shows new registrations in The Netherlands up by +9.7 percent for the first 11 months of 2015 at 11,163 units, with 311 motorcycles sold in November.
BMW is market leader, having sold 1,767 units so far this year, with Yamaha second (1,673 units), Kawasaki third (1,255 units), Suzuki fourth (1,154 units) and Honda fifth (1,151 units).
Moped (and Pedelecs/ea/E-bikes etc) sales are +8.8 percent for the year-to-date (16,741 units), with Piaggio as market leader (21.3 percent), followed by Kymco (19.7 percent) and Sym (15.1 percent).
www.raivereniging.nl

UK motorcycle registrations

UK motorcycle registrations +15.64 percent for first 11 months of 2015

The latest data released by the motorcycle industry trade association in the UK (MCIA) shows new motorcycle registrations there for November were up by +20.36 percent (6,042 units - the best November figure for nearly a decade) and +15.64 percent for the year-to-date (100,257 units).

In total PTW terms, November was +16.53 percent (6,753 units) and is +12.68 percent for the year-to-date (108,983 units). Total moped sales in the UK so far this year are down -13.0 percent at 10,029 units.
The 'Naked' style (+27.6 percent/28,973 units YTD) and Adventure Sport sectors (+26.5 percent/12,658 units) are the strongest growth markets in the UK, with Sports/Tourers and traditional Touring models the primary losers so far this year (-2.7 percent and -14.8 percent respectively). Custom style bikes were up by +13.9 percent (8,961 units) for the first 11 months of the year in the UK.
In displacement terms, as elsewhere in Europe, the fastest growing sector of the market in the UK is the 'middleweight' 651 - 1000cc market, which is +26.3 percent YTD. Total scooter sales in the UK (29,774 units YTD) are basically 'flat' at +0.5 percent.
Honda were market share leaders in the UK in November, selling 1,128 units; followed by Yamaha, Lexmoto, Triumph, BMW, KTM, Kawasaki, Piaggio, Suzuki and Harley-Davidson.
The UK 'bike park' is now said to stand at 1.2 million units - a figure that has remained largely static since 2011; 34,600 people passed the motorcycle rider test in the UK in 2014/15 - which is some 4,000 more than in the previous 12 months; the MCIA says that some 4.6 billion km (2.8 billion miles) were ridden on two wheels on the roads of the UK in 2014 - a figure that has remained largely static since 2011.

Braktec

Clutchtec hydraulic clutch system

Based near Barcelona, Spanish brake and cable specialist JJuan is celebration the 50th anniversary of its 1965 establishment this year and the 35th anniversary of the start of its export activity.

Fast forward to the 21st century, and two years ago (2013) the specialist Braktec off-road brake and clutch brand it established in 2011 celebrated its first Trials World Championship, and following EICMA this year approaches 2016 with a number of important new product initiatives.
JJuan established Braktec as a result of its acquisition of AJP Industrial's brake systems division.

Having secured and improved production of the AJP line to meet the demand for the products that had been so closely associated with trials and off-road brands such as Ossa, Montessa, Ducati (Mototrans), Sanglas (Yamaha) and others, Braktec was a brand re-launch to provide a platform for growth driven by new manufacturing technology and new product designs.
A regular fixture at Trials, Enduro and Motocross World Championships (and at the Dakar Rally), 2016 sees a new Braktec monoblock caliper and a new fatigue-reducing Clutchtec brand durable, precision hydraulic clutch system.
Featuring low expansion reinforced hoses and easy control of the settings, Braktec say that the latest generation clutch master cylinder is lighter, that the position of the high strength, adjustable lever is proof against temperature variations, and that the height is adjustable from the lever.
The company says their testing has shown "100 percent reliability" for a system that is said to be maintenance-free. It is delivered fully assembled ready for installation and a wide range of colours are available for the lever, master cylinder and reservoir cap.

BRAKTEC
www.braktec.com

Austrian motorcycle registrations

Austrian motorcycle registrations continuing to decline

Total new PTW registrations in Austria are -5.77 percent for the first nine months of 2015 at 35,791 units, compared to 37,984 for the first nine months of 2014 - a year that saw PTW sales for the full year in Austria decline to 40,000 from 43,000 in 2014, and nearly 46,000 in 2012.
In terms of motorcycles of 125cc and above, the Austrian market is down by -4.00 percent for the January to September 2015 period, at 11,531 units from 12,012 units for the fist nine months last year.
Not surprisingly KTM is the market share leader in its home market, taking nearly 22 percent of 125+cc motorcycle sales so far this year, with BMW second (13.55 percent), Yamaha third (11.91 percent), Honda fourth (10.54 percent) and Harley-Davidson fifth (8.41 percent).
The top-selling motorcycle in Austria is Yamaha's MY07 (with the MT-09 third), BMW’s R 1200 GS second, the Ducati Scrambler fourth and the KTM 1290 Superduke R fifth - KTM make six of the top twenty selling motorcycles in Austria so far this year.
In total PTW terms, Vespa is the top selling brand in Austria, followed by KTM, Honda, Yamaha and Ride.
www.arge2rad.at

Gas Gas

Gas Gas rescued?

The future of Spanish trials bike manufacturer Gas Gas may be headed in the right direction following the announcement of a plan by Barcelona-based eBike and hybrid vehicle manufacturer Torrot to acquire the brand with ambitious plans to restore Gas Gas to trials bike production, develop a new Enduro model for 2017, and take the brand into the electric bike market.

Gas Gas factory team in happier days, 2010

Once the takeover has been finalised, production of existing models is slated to re-start at the Gas Gas factory at Salt near Girona in the first quarter of 2016 with an ambitious aim of shipping 6,000 motorcycles (4,000 of them trials bikes) by 2018.
The 55 former employees, who gained international profile when they vociferously endeavoured to dissuade KTM from trying to acquire the brand and assets from the liquidator, will get their jobs back and reports suggest that Torrot sees the required workforce growing to around 80 three years from now.
Reports suggest that other offers were tendered for the Gas Gas assets from French manufacturer Sherco (€2.66 million) and IRG - an investment fund (€ 7.02 million), but that the former employees had petitioned the Commercial Court of Girona to accept the Torrot bid as quickly as possible.

At the time of going to press it was unclear as to whether the Torrot bid had indeed been given final acceptance and that Gas Gas had therefore now emerged from administration, or whether the court would re-open the tender process to allow Sherco or IRG to re-bid. However, most reports appeared to suggest that Torrot had succeeded in their take-over plan though, again, the actual money involved also appears to be subject to interpretation.
Reports suggest that their winning bid was in the order of € 9.66 million, with € 6.83 million of that going to creditor banks and the Catalan Institute of Finance, with € 1.65 million being allocated to acquisition of the machinery and factory building. Gas Gas is said to have gone into administration with total debts of € 44.3 million and that Torrot would be taking on some of that debt and putting up a further € 13 million over the next three years to cash-flow their plans.
Torrot are no stranger to the motorcycle market. Founder Don Luis Iriondo started making bicycles and mopeds in the late 1940s. In the 1950s he had a partnership with French brand Terrot (producing the Terrot-Dijon 100 among others). In 1958 Peugeot bought Terrot, but closed it two years later. In order to rebuild his business, Don Luis Iriondo changed the brand’s spelling from “Terrot” to “Torrot” and went back to carving out his own place in the market.
These days the Barcelona-based Torrot Group makes electric bicycles, trial bikes and kid’s minis. Torrot's plan to rescue the brand has been made somewhat easier by the fact that Gas Gas has kept a small workforce at the Girona factory during the court hearings, keeping the parts department operating. The Gas Gas purchase is a chance for Torrot to become a player in the world of off-road motorcycles.

Givi

Trekker Outback ATV

Italian luggage specialist Givi has turned its attention to Quad bikes/ATVs with this elegant, large 110-liter capacity piece of versatile aluminium luggage.

Though ideally designed for carrying stowage and luggage capacity, the aftermarket doesn't pay much attention to the versatility and potential of ATVs/Quads to do so. At EICMA Givi presented this square rear suitcase, made with a fixing system designed to perfectly adapt to Quad luggage racks. The rack needs to be optimally sized to safely accommodate the Trekker Outback ATV, which takes its name, line and construction characteristics from their rear and side cases for maxi enduros. Givi says it is a very sturdy product with convenient, watertight top opening and double-lock, making it totally reliable, even off-road, with plenty of space inside.

The corners of the 890 x 175 x 420 "load eater" are plastic reinforced; there is a dust cap- protected security lock double-hinged flat lid, with four strap loops and stainless steel handle.

GIVI Srl
www.givi.it

MC Massan

MC Massan - Gothenburg, January 2016

Sweden's annual motorcycle expo returns to the west coast in 2016, at the Gothenburg Swedish Exhibition Centre (the event alternates each year between Stockholm and Gothenburg) for four days from January 28th - 31st 2016.

The 2015 event saw a broadening of the exhibition footprint, with the inclusion of the wider Powersports industry for the first time - ATV/Quads, Snowmobiles, Personal Watercraft (PWCs) in addition to motorcycles, trikes, scooters and mopeds.
That show saw some 55,000 visitors attend and with the motorcycle market in Sweden growing at the rate of +13.80 percent for the nine months to September 2015 (8,574 units; 8,378 units for the full-year in 2014 according to ACEM) attendance and exhibitor numbers are expected to continue to increase.
In moped terms the Swedish market was +20.11 percent to the end of September (8,756 units) and in total PTW terms the Swedish market was  +16.91 percent for the year-to-date (17,330 units). A further 1,750 or so off-road motorcycles had also been sold in Sweden in the first nine months of 2015 and the country has one of the largest ATV markets in Europe -  with sales running at +9.9 percent for the year-to-date with 5,533 units sold in the first nine months of 2015, plus a further 2,293 'Quadricycles' (+12.2 percent for the year-to-date).
www.mcmassan.se

Rapid Bike

Rapid Bike's YouTune - a dyno for the handlebar

The remarkable new YouTune by Rapid Bike is a new calibration device designed to customise the bike's performance in real time, without any need of software or laptop connection. 

It is a glove-friendly design that can be installed on the handlebar, or even on the gas tank, for easy access that uses the standard Plug & Play connectors included in all Rapid Bike wiring harnesses, therefore there is no need for cutting or welding - a genuine easy modification-free install.
The main purpose of the YouTune device is to improve access to the functionality of their EVO and RACING add-on electronic modules, even for those purchased previous to the early 2015 release of YouTune.
Most important of all is that YouTune works as an activation key to enable and manage new functions such as launch and traction control for the RACING module and engine braking control for the EVO module.
The YouTune brings finger-tip control of all the most valuable functions of the EVO and RACING modules to the handlebar, so the rider can exploit and enjoy the benefits of their continuous, dynamic data capture and tuning calibration capabilities while enjoying the ride.

Air/Fuel parameters can be managed to optimise carburetion in real time thanks to the possibility of changing the auto-tune target value for fueling corrections. YouTune allows direct monitoring and modification of the air/fuel ratio when the My Tuning Bike re-mapping module is also installed.
YouTune allows fine-tune modulation of quick-shifting kill time in response to changes in riding style or circumstances at any time, and primary engine parameters can be displayed at any time including rpm, TPS, AFR ratio, OEM Lambda Status, gear indicator, traction control and engine braking operating.
There is rpm control activation to maintain a constant cruising speed and drive comfortably in highly traffic. Engine braking management allows changes and responses to the effects of engine braking (this function is active by default in the Racing module, and it is activated on Evo module only with the installation of YouTune).

Traction control activation (available on the RACING module only) can improve a bike's handling and safety thanks to the availability of 10 different intervention settings and an additional 13 levels of "power cuts". Launch control activation (also only available on the RACING module) will enable and modulate settings for a 'flying start'.
YouTune is not just a simple accessory completing the RAPID BIKE product range, though it does that admirably. Rather it is a valuable and sophisticated tool in its own right, allowing the rider to monitor and calibrate primary module working parameters so that the rider becomes an active participant in engine management, making decisions in response to riding style changes, the bike's handling, how to improve the engine response and, in the case of the RACING module, the rider can activate and modulate the exclusive new features such as traction and launch control.
With the new YouTune controller, electronic fuel management becomes user-friendly thanks to the wider range of innovative features and solutions managed with a simple finger touch delivering an unprecedented extent of flexibility.

RAPID BIKE/DIMSPORT
www.rapidbike.it

ANCMA-Confindustria

Italian "Refresh" training programme

As part of their "Refresh Project", the Italian motorcycle industry trade association (ANCMA-Confindustria) have partnered with the Italian Motorcycle Federation (FMI) to organise free training sessions in Italy as of January 2016.

The project, with the first training sessions already held in October 2015, is specifically designed for riders who are returning to motorcycling after an extended period of time. Evidence suggests that riders that stopped riding for a prolonged period can develop a false sense of security and, as a result, are more likely to be involved in accidents.
The Refresh initiative also aims at improving the riding skills of people who ride motorcycles of up to 125cc using their B license.
The first training sessions of Refresh were delivered by qualified instructors from the Italian Motorcycle Federation at the Monza motorsport circuit. The training covered both practical and theoretical aspects of motorcycle riding. The former included elements such as risk perception, vehicle passive safety features and vehicle maintenance. The latter allowed participants to practice different exercises such as avoidance of sudden obstacles, emergency braking techniques, braking with and without ABS, etc. The project, which also has support from the Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport, is part of the implementation of the pan-European road safety strategy unveiled by Brussels based international motorcycle industry trade association ACEM twelve months ago.

www.ancma.it
www.fim.ch

EU motorcycle registrations

EU motorcycle registrations +9.2 percent to October

The latest data available from ACEM (Association des Constructeurs Européens de Motocycles), the Brussels based international motorcycle industry association, shows that a total of 1,091,956 powered-two and three-wheelers were registered during the first ten months of 2015 in the EU. This represents an increase of 3.9% compared to the 1,051,142 vehicles registered during the same period of 2014.

Registrations performed positively in Spain (128,830 units, +17.2%), the UK (102,774 units, +12.5%), Italy (181,697 units, +5.6%), and Germany (173,027 units, +3.7%). They decreased in France (214,841 units, -4.2%).
Cumulative motorcycle registrations grew by +9.2% during the first ten months of 2015 on a year-on year basis. A total of 807,239 motorcycles were registered between January and October 2015, against 739,486 during the same period of 2014. Year-on-year motorcycle registrations increased in most key European markets, namely Spain (115,390 units, +18.8%), the UK (94,721 units, +15.4%), Italy (159,614 units, +9.1%), Germany (143,178 units, +6.2%), but decreased in France (137,713 units, -0.9%).
A total of 284,717 mopeds were registered during the first ten months of 2015 in the EU, compared to 311,656 during the same period of 2014. This represents a decrease of -8.6%.
Registrations increased in Spain (13,440, +5.7%), but declined in Germany (29,849 units, -6.5%), France (77,128 units, -9.4%), the UK (8,053 units, -13.1%) and Italy (22,083 units, -14.6%).
This EU market only data is based on information available up to 16 December 2015. At that time registration data for some countries – Bulgaria, Cyprus, Malta and Slovakia – was not yet available; markets in the EFTA zone, such as Norway and Switzerland, are not included in this analysis.

www.acem.eu

EICMA 2015

EICMA 2015

Motoweek presents a selection of "Milan Show" exhibitor and product news. In a year that saw long-delayed R&D investments finally result in a tsunami of new product initiatives, exhibitors capitalised on the positive business environment and strong international industry visitor attendance seen this year ...

 

WUNDERLICH: The German BMW parts and accessories specialist caused quite a stir with the unveiling of their latest prototype special-project - a 2 wheel-drive R 1200 GS LC as a follow-up to the 156 HP Scrambler concept unveiled earlier this year. Using a 7.6 kw electrical front wheel gearbox, their GS Hybrid delivers increased power and handling with a powered front wheel that eats corners and can be adjusted while riding. Braking energy recharges the battery, and on e-power only the bike can make up to 20 kph. Used as manoeuvring assistance, the electric motor even allows for 3kph of reverse - great for parking on a slope! www.wunderlich.de

 

PARTS EUROPE: The fast growing European end of the huge Wisconsin, USA headquartered Parts Unlimited operation - recognised as the largest aftermarket parts, accessories and apparel distributor in the world - showcased many of the hundreds (thousands even?) of brands available, including the French made Neken (NK) handlebar, top and bottom off-road triple trees and the patented, shock-absorbing NK SFS (Soft Feel System) adjustable air clamp; www.partseurope.eu

 

DYNOJET: The Las Vegas, Nevada headquartered dynamometer and Power Commander manufacturer has new owners. Just before EICMA news was released that two private US equity firms (Irving Place Capital and New Value Capital) had acquired Dynojet Research Inc for an undisclosed sum. Founded in 1972 by Mark Dobeck, the company has a manufacturing facility at Belgrade, Montana, and a sales office and distribution centre in the Netherlands. Commenting on the deal, Dynojet CEO Robert Vleck said that "our new partnerships provide us with greater resources and capabilities to continue to advance our technical expertise and supply innovative new products"; www.dynojet.com

 

D.I.D. EUROPE: Last year saw the company celebrate the 10th anniversary of its decision to open its European office in Italy - a decision that has paid off handsomely with sales continuing to grow, even through the downturn that affected other motorcycle chain manufacturers and service item vendors. The company is well known for its top selling VX high-performance street and off-road chain and top-of-the line ZVMX sport tourer and sport bike X-Ring technology chains; www.dideu.it

 

LEOVINCE: The Italian exhaust company has been adding to its fitment programme this year with new LV One and Nero exhaust applications and Honda models, including the Forza 125 scooter, the Yamaha MT-09 and T-Max among other popular makes and models getting the LeoVince style and technology treatment; www.leovince.com

Australian powersports market

Australian powersports market -2.5 percent January - September 2015

Road-going motorcycle sales in Australia were 10,749 units in the third quarter of 2015, bringing the year-to-date total to 32,437, a +1.1 percent increase over the first nine months of 2014.
Australian trade association Chief Executive Tony Weber (FCIA) said Australians purchased 75,848 new motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and scooters between January and September 2015, down -2.5 percent in comparison to the same period in 2014.
“Road-going motorcycles accounted for 42.7 percent of the 75,848 sales, off-road motorcycles for 32.2 percent of sales, ATVs for 19.8 percent and scooters for 5.3 percent.
“Harley-Davidson lead in market share terms, with 21 percent of total road-going motorcycle sales. They were followed by Honda with 16.7 percent of the market and by Yamaha with 15.4 percent.
“Yamaha was the leading brand in the off-road motorcycle market, selling 29.3 percent of the 24,429 off-road models. They were followed by Honda with 27 percent of sales and KTM with 16.3 percent. Total sales in this segment declined -6.3 percent, compared to January to September 2014.
“ATV sales for January to September 2015 increased +3.9 percent compared to the same period in 2014. Honda was the largest selling ATV manufacturer for this period, selling 28.7 percent of the total 14,995 ATVs sold; they were followed by Polaris with 24 percent of the ATV market and Yamaha with 18.2 percent.
“Scooter sales continue to decline, with January to September 2015 figures down a significant -23.1 percent compared to the same period in 2014. Honda was market share leader with 19.3 percent of the total of 3,987 scooters sold in the January to September 2015 period; Vespa was second, 18.7 percent, Piaggio third, with 17.4 percent.”
Overall, Honda was the leading volume manufacturer between 1 January and 30 September 2015, with 22.5 percent (17,085) of motorcycle, ATV and scooter sales; they were followed by Yamaha with 20 percent (15,183), Kawasaki 9.8 percent (7,443) and Suzuki 9.3 percent (7,045).

INTERMOT

INTERMOT in cooperation deal with Brazilian trade association

At October's Salão Duas Rodas, the largest motorcycle industry expo in South America, INTERMOT organiser Koelnmesse signed a cooperation with ANFAMOTO – Associação Nacional dos Fabricantes e Atacadistas de Motopeças, the Brazilian motorcycle parts manufacturers and wholesalers trade association.

"Brazil is an important growth market for our exhibitors. It is therefore our goal to raise the visibility and awareness of INTERMOT in Brazil and in doing so, bring more South American manufacturers, importers, distributors and industry contacts to Cologne", said Christoph Werner, Senior Vice President in charge of Trade Fair Management at Koelnmesse.
"We are pleased to have a strong partner working with us in ANFAMOTO, which has its own stake in supporting this venture". Through this cooperation, the international motorcycle, scooter and e-bike fair, which takes place in Cologne, Germany, from 5 to 9 October 2016, expands its engagement in South America as part of Koelnmesse’s internationalisation strategy".
ANFAMOTO plans to send a visiting delegation to INTERMOT 2016, consisting of trade and industry members who are interested in developing new contacts for import and export. A joint stand is planned for exhibiting companies from Brazil.
Furthermore, both INTERMOT Cologne and ANFAMOTO will be represented as cooperating partners with a stand at the respective partner event, and will mutually support each other’s advertising efforts in advance of the fairs.
In order to heighten media attention throughout the country, the organisers of INTERMOT additionally forged media cooperation with important publications of the Brazilian motorcycle-related trade media.
With 1.1 million vehicles per year, Brazil constitutes the largest South American market for motorised two-wheelers. According to an independent survey, the INTERMOT exhibitors see Brazil as one of the most important growth markets.

www.intermot.com

Spanish motorcycle registrations

Spanish motorcycle registrations +18.64 percent for 11 months to November 2015

According to the latest data released by the motorcycle trade association in Spain (ANESDOR), the motorcycle market there was up by +9.28 percent (8,540 units) and is running at +18.64 percent for the first 11 months of the year (123,147 units). 

In moped terms the Spanish market was +14.23 percent in November and is +7.34 percent for the year-to-date (14,605 units); in total PTW terms the market was 9.83 percent in November and is +17.15 percent for the year-to-date (137,752 units).
ANESDOR say that the market growth in Spain in 2015 had already exceeded the total 12-month market performance in 2014 after just 10-months of 2015 (110,396 motorcycle registrations in the full year 2014, 124,593 total PTW registrations).
Jose Maria Riano, the General Secretary of ANEDOR, has repeated his call for greater government support for the sector, especially in terms of VAT incentives and in licensing/driver permit costs, which he says would help address the issue of the aging bike park in Spain.
Honda lead the way in Spain in market share terms (20,403 units year-to-date), followed by Yamaha, Kymco, Piaggio and Suzuki. The top selling model in Spain so far this year is Kymco's Agility City 125, followed by their Super Dink 125 and Honda's SH 125.

Tecmate

OptiMate 6 Select

As motorcycle control systems become increasingly advanced, with engine management and even suspension settings now microprocessor controlled, software updates and system troubleshooting with an OEM or an aftermarket diagnostic tool is becoming the new normal in service shops. 

With it comes the problem of software update interruptions, or false error codes during troubleshooting - simply because the battery's power ran out, causing the voltage to drop below the required minimum (typically around 12.5V).
TecMate has a solution - the OptiMate 6 Select, with power supply service mode that delivers a fixed voltage of 13.6 Volts with up to 4 Amp support current, guaranteeing the battery voltage remains in range during download and updating of software, and giving the technician the time to figure out what went wrong on the motorcycle.
The power supply mode is easily activated – with the OptiMate 6 SELECT connected to the battery simply touch the Select-touch ‘button’ sensor for 5 seconds and charging changes to the power supply mode.  During power supply mode OptiMate 6 Select continues to monitor the battery, warning if current draw from the vehicle is too high (e.g. headlights that draw well over 5A), causing the battery voltage to drop.
With battery size and capacity shrinking despite the increasing demand placed on the battery by the additional systems, TecMate recommends charging and testing the battery prior to system updating or troubleshooting, as a poorly charged or conditioned battery can often contribute to the problems experienced. 

OptiMate 6 Select’s charge programmes are designed to correctly and fully charge any type of 12V lead-acid battery, ranging from standard wet cell to the latest sealed AGM. Programme one is for the majority of batteries charged up to 14.4V and programme 2 is for hi-performance AGM batteries that need a higher charge voltage of 14.7V (e.g. Odyssey). Programme selection is easy - prior to battery connection touch the Select-TOUCH sensor for 3 seconds and the alternate programme is now in memory, and it remains until the alternate programme is selected, even when AC power to the charger is lost. 

Following connection to the battery progress is fully automatic; the 9-step save, charge and test programme delivers temperature compensated voltage at up to 5 Amps charge current controlled with OptiMate's unique AmpMatic processor that adjusts charge parameters according to the battery’s size and condition, as well as ambient temperature.

TECMATE
www.tecmate.com

Barracuda

Barracuda mirror styles and LED indicators

Italian parts designer Barracuda has introduced stylish new 'Alux' ('Aluminium Luxury Project') mirrors and indicators in a selection of colours for most popular makes and models of bikes, and also its 'Skin Project' programme of aerodynamic aluminium mirrors for Naked and Racing style models.

Alux mirror, X-Version

Available from February 2016, 'Alux' E-marked universal fit LED indicators are available in two distinctive styles - 'X-LED' and 'Z-LED' - and four anodised colours: silver, gold, black and blue.

Alux Z-LED indicator

Three styles of 'ALUX' universal fit E-marked mirrors are offered - Z-Version, X-Version and Sintesy - in five different anodised colour combinations.

Skin Mirrors

Also seen here, the Barracuda 'Skin Project' has been developed as a unique aluminium finish that gives an "aerodynamic appearance and sleek touch". The 'SKIN' mirrors are sold in pairs, available in four different anodised colour combinations and a selection of designs that are universal for all popular makes and models of Naked style bike.
Other recent developments from the Florence based company include universal 38mm and 50mm oil reservoirs in a choice of colourways and a new line of exclusive customising accessories for the MV Agusta Stradale 800, including a model-specific windshield, licence plate, levers and chain guard as well as universal items such as mirrors, grips, vibration dampers, handlebars, indicators and more.

BARRACUDA SRL UNIPERS
www.barracudamoto.com

Gaerne

SG-12 off-road boot from Gaerne

The new SG-12 off-road motorcycle boot from Gaerne incorporates a patented "revolutionary new dual stage pivot system". The first pivot is attached to the "Razorback" and provides a rigid component that offers strong lateral support; a glide plate keeps the upper in a firm and upright position. The second pivot is fixed on a sliding glide that allows the rider's foot to feel in a natural position while on the footpeg in shifting or breaking mode - it will also "bottom out" and absorb shock when "over-jumping", or in case of unwanted compression.

The all new rubber "Grip Guard" offers heat-resistant padding against the inner leg, and a new thermoplastic shin plate is anatomically shaped for a perfect fit. By removing three screws, the rider can also make the opening wider to accommodate a bigger leg or knee brace. The SG-12 utilises four lightweight alloy buckles that attach to an adjustable strap - a "tried and tested" system that gives the rider an easy-in/easy-out non-failure system.
Made of a new Swiss breathable fabric called Acronos, the gaiter is extremely stretchy, but has the perfect shape to keep sand and debris out. On the inside is the famous "Gaerne Memory Cell Foam", known for its comfortable feel and fit. The new heel cup has been designed to absorb shock in case of rear compression, and a new toe box design features a slimmer shape in the toe area for an improved feel of the shift lever and bike controls. The entire area is wrapped by a new plastic material, which is lighter and provides improved comfort and feel.
The all new shaped toe cap has been redesigned and reinforced to "provide a new and "tougher" look". The sole of the SG-12 has a new design but still uses the Gaerne "Dual Composite" anti-shock rubber that has made Gaerne soles well regarded by riders everywhere. Inside the boot is an all-new footbed, which has been specially moulded to correctly support the foot, and in the rear portion of the footbed, a new shock-absorbing material has been used for ventilation built-in at the front.
Colour options are black, white, blue, green, orange, yellow, red.

GAERNE SpA
www.gaerne.com

Orina

'Hudson' leather winter gloves

German glove specialist Orina has developed a 100% water and windproof leather winter glove with "an elegant design and many functional features".

The outer shell is made of soft, high-quality Technalin Gold leather, which is said to offer perfect freedom of movement and a good fit thanks to stretch panels. The breathable 'AquaDry' membrane (hydrophilic coating that uses the chemical and molecular properties of water moloecules to transfer moisture, rather than pores) is combined with a breathable heat-reflective 'Thermotex' lining on the back of the hand and warm Thermax lining on the palm will keep the wearer warm and dry.

Leather covered protectors on the knuckles and fingers and a Carbolex protector on the heel of the hand are said to ensure protection. Screen-friendly conductive material on the thumb and index finger enable operation of mobile devices with a capacitive touchscreen.
Additional features include a small wiper on the left index finger and a Neoprene cuff with an elastic closure.

ORINA BW GmbH
www.orina.de

Puig

Aerodynamics for R1200R

Puig have made a huge investment in aerodynamic testing, and as with their Racing screen seen here, the result is an accessories programme that is performance-functional as well
as stylish

Radiator side covers in matt black or carbon look

Spanish parts and accessory specialist Puig has launched new Touring and Racing screens for the 2015 BMW R1200R (black and blue models). Made of high-impact acrylic and precision designed specifically for this model, Puig design and test these screens using their virtual wind-tunnel, improving the aerodynamics and wind protection by 97% (touring) and 66% (racing) compared to the OEM designs. Available in dark smoke, light smoke, clear and black.

ABS rear hugger requires no modifications

Engine spoiler with model-specific aluminium brackets

Also seen here, the Puig rear hugger is made of ABS plastic with a black anodised aluminium bracket. The precise fit is said to give great protection for the undertail, and installation requires no modifications; available in carbon look and matt black.
Available soon, Puig's newest product line will be radiator side covers made from ABS plastic with aluminium brackets; available in carbon look and matt black, the do not require any modifications and improve appearance and weather protection.
Their new engine spoiler is made in a combination of plastic and aluminium for an impressive look and improved protection of the lower section; it has model-specific aluminium brackets and requires no modifications, available in carbon look and matt black.

Virtual wind-tunnel tested acrylic touring screen

MOTOPLASTIC S.A.
www.puig.tv