In response to the Brexit triggered exchange rate instability (the GBP has lost considerable value relative to the Euro since the summer), Ducati has announced an average 4.8% price rise on existing models for the UK market effective January 1st 2017.
Pirelli’s Diablo Rosso III has been chosen by Ducati as original for the new Monster 1200/S in 120/70 ZR17 M / C (58W) TL (D) front and 190/55 ZR 17 M/C (75W) TL rear (D) sizes for both versions. The Mk III Diablo Rosso is said to feature a twin-compound construction (rear) with high percentages of silica, racing-derived profiles and a tread pattern that is an evolution of the flash symbol already present on the Diablo Supercorsa.
British Cafe Racer style helmet specialist Davida has updated is popular ‘Speedster’ open-facer with a v3 that sees it receiving dual approval markings – meeting ECER22-05 and DOT FMVSS No. 218.
Following its acquisition of a 51 percent stake in Peugeot’s scooter business, giant Indian conglomerate Mahindra has acquired ownership of the legendary BSA brand as the major players in the Indian PTM market continue to jockey for strategic and brand positioning.
Omnia Racing of Naples, Italy, offers dealers access to a massive range of branded parts and accessories – among them the high-tech Nitro range of shock absorbers and the legendary British made Hagon suspension programme.
INTERMOT say that their 2016 attendance was up at 220,000 visitors. A big part of the increase is thought to be due to the debut of ‘INTERMOT Customized’, the new show-within-show concept that plays host to the AMD World Championship of Custom Bike Building, and saw Hall 10 at Koelnmesse emerge as the acclaimed new international headquarters event for the fast-growing custom motorcycle market. Some 70 percent or more of show visitors are reported as visiting ‘INTERMOT Customized’ – making it the #1 best attended custom bike show in the world.
