Driven by function
In recent editions of IDN we showcased a selection of parts and accessories available from Luxembourg based manufacturer Gilles Tooling for Yamaha models - from the all-conquering Ténéré 700 to the popular and versatile Tracer 700.
Seen here is a selection of the parts available for Ducati's V4 Streetfighter - possibly the best looking and certainly the best performing sports naked on the planet.
The Streetfighter is the result of what Ducati calls the "Fight Formula": the Panigale V4 stripped of the fairings, with a high and wide handlebar, powered by a 1,100 cc Desmosedici Stradale delivering 208 hp and weighing in at just 178 kg - more like a "Light Fight Formula"!
Immediately successful, Ducati's take on the Streetfighter ethos is a distinctly contemporary and high-tech one, and for 2021 a new V4 S in 'Dark Stealth' (i.e. black) colour scheme is added to the gloriously traditional Ducati red - with the V4 engine now getting a Euro 5 makeover.
As masters of ergonomics and precision engineers to some of the finest race teams in the paddock, Gilles, quite rightly, thought its duty was to turn its gaze towards the Streetfighter and give it the Gilles treatment. Who says the best can't be even better?
This is just a selection of the parts designs available from Gilles for the Ducati Streetfighter. You can see the full range for this and all the leading models Gilles has products for, as well as a wide range of universal parts and accessory options, on the Gilles Tooling website, where regular updates are posted as the company's engineers turn their attention to other popular models throughout the year.
Race cover kit
Maximum performance clutch lever
A simple design and optimum handle length and shape for all applications. Double ball bearings instead of plain bearing bushings deliver superior precision and response, and the lever is foldable. Coloured inserts on the lever ends can be exchanged as required.
New generation rearsets
Gilles' new MUE2 rearsets are a completely new generation that "combine futuristic design with the highest quality and simplified adjustability of the footrest. The conversion to GP shifting style works by a simple swap of the gear lever arm, brake and shift levers come with double ball bearings for perfect 'play-free' lever function. Black anodised with colour-contrasting adjusters, precision manufacturing and ergonomic design mean easier adjustability of the footrest position - using a combination of sliding and rotating single-point adjustment (five positions by sliding, four by rotation). The conversion to reverse switching is simply by turning the switch arm; the system is equipped with foldable notches; carbon heel guards ship with the controls".
Want to go wingless?
Then these easy to install little parts may be small but make a massive design change. This "wingless" kit allows the original winglets to be removed for a completely different look.
Shield brake lever guard
Mandatory for racing, lever guards are a massive safety enhancement. The main body of the shield brake lever guard is CNC-machined from high-end billet aluminium - the protector is made of resistant plastic. The combination of materials means a robust, stable product, but with the flexibility needed to absorb and deflect impact.
GILLES TOOLING GmbH
www.gillestooling.com
