Barcelona based parts and accessory specialist Puig (Motoplastic) introduced a number of new products for 2019 at EICMA, with the focus on a new series of homologated mirrors.
Replicating the emphasis that the company places on aerodynamics with the virtual wind tunnel testing of its award-winning windscreens, the rounded, front-facing ‘rear’ shape on some the designs, including the ‘Retro’ model is a 3D machined aerodynamically tuned mirror body that improves mirror stability and reduces drag.
The ‘GTI’ is a sophisticated, multi-adjustable design with a turn signal integrated into the structure of the mirror; the ‘Grand Tracker’ is said to bring “form and function” together - a housing designed for maximum simplicity and mirror dimensions is mated to a robust, stable, adjustable, hi-tech, regulation-compliant arm.
Another area to get the Puig aerodynamic treatment is the rider’s legs, where a set of deflectors have been designed (for example for the Kymco AK550) consisting of two pieces of 3 mm thick high impact acrylic, with simple lines that follow the design of the body. The aerodynamic design helps to divert the air, allowing for improved rider comfort.
Puig’s new ‘Downforce’ spoilers for 1000 cc bikes are said to have been inspired by MotoGP and tested at several circuits in collaboration with the Team Kawasaki Racing team. Their aerodynamic effectiveness is seen in the downforce, creating improved front wheel grip under braking, greater stability in straights and cornering and an anti-wheelie effect under strong acceleration.
Lightweight, with an aggressive aesthetic, each model is supplied with two colour "winglets" to adapt them to the rider’s style and taste. Currently available for 2016-2019 ZX10R, 2017-2018 CBR 1000RR, 2015-2018 R1, 2017-2018 GSX-R1000 and the 2015-2018 BMW S 1000RR.
Puig’s 1 mm aluminium front plate serves as a small windshield with a neo-retro style; universal or model-specific clamp-mount auxiliary LED spotlights fit 21-30 mm tubular engine guards between 21-30 mm in diameter are available in 20w and 12v with low consumption 2000 lumen output and sold with wiring, water resistant connections and a handlebar switch with warning light. The robust aluminium housing is in black, with rear spoilers for excellent heat dissipation and high resistance polycarbonate lenses.
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