Wind Trading: Founded in 1983 by Giandomenico 'John' Boni and Lino Bambini, from WRP (Works Racing Parts) brand street and off-road brake pads, tapered design Taper X and Pro Bar handlebars to feature-rich Ravenna Motorcycle Fashion "premium budget" riding apparel and its famous W2 brand boots, the Italian manufacturer's brands are among the most popular brand programmes in Europe; wrpracing.com, www.ravenna-moto.com, www.w2boots.com, www.windtrading.it
National Cycle: The Maywood, Illinois screen manufacturer's recent additions include VStream+ windscreens for the '13-'18 Honda CB500F that have been reengineered for '19-'22 models. The "+" means these windscreens include a custom mounting bracket specifically designed and engineered for this model bike. Its origami-like folded construction decreases mass and weight while adding steel's strength and rigidity. "Three sizes mean there is a perfectly sized windscreen for almost every rider," says International Sales Manager Paul Gomez. "All will offer improved wind protection and riding comfort compared to other aftermarket windscreens." VStream gets its name from its unique patented shape. The advanced "V" profile and dimensional contours push the wind vortex out and away from the rider's helmet, resulting in a peaceful, quieter riding environment. Made from tough Quantum hardcoated polycarbonate, this high-quality material, along with state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques, provides outstanding clarity, impact strength and scratch resistance "unmatched by any windscreen maker worldwide". It is ten times more abrasion-resistant than FMR hardcoated polycarbonate, and 30 times more than windscreens made from commonly used acrylic or 'aircraft plastic'; www.nationalcycle.com
Zard: Having commissioned its new in-house R&D Centre this summer, recent new products include a 2:1 full kit for the Aprilia RS660 twin; a hp and torque boosting slip-on for the 850 cc Moto Guzzi V7, and having always been recognised for the historic brand bond with Triumph riders, the latest additions for 'Hinckley' Triumph models include a 3:1 full kit for the Trident 660 last year and slip-on and 4.5 kg SP full system options for the Thruxton RS; www.zardexhaust.com
Polisport: A year on from its announcement of expansion into the street product space, the Portuguese off-road "Performance Plastics" specialist has started building its parallel distribution and dealer networks and focused its initial street products focus to ADV, Trails and Naked bikes, with a big play for a share of the protectors market, especially engine protectors for Kawasaki, Yamaha and Honda models. The goal is to increase its range offering to include more products, developed for a larger number of brands/models; www.polisport.com
Gates Carbon Drive: Its new Moto X5 belt is a significant addition to the Gates Carbon Drive portfolio, offering "the same core belt drive benefits of clean, quiet, smooth, strong, but with even quieter performance than its predecessors". Gates says it achieved this breakthrough in belt technology through the combination of a high-stiffness, long-lasting synthetic compound with Gates' long-proven carbon fibre cord reinforcement. "The combination not only provides durability and strength, but it also results in the quietest carbon drive belt yet. Independent lab testing by AVL combined with Gates internal testing shows Moto X5 is up to 15 decibels quieter than chain over a range of vehicle speeds. Additionally, throughout the life of the vehicle and under normal operating and maintenance conditions, Moto X5 is more energy efficient than chain, which can lead to improved vehicle range, a critical factor on electric vehicle applications". Gates says that the Carbon Drive Moto X5 product line is designed specifically for mid-motor sit-down electric scooters and motorcycles typically found in commuting applications in the rapidly evolving Asian market"; www.gatescarbondrive.com
Kellermann: Seen here on Italian distributor SGR's booth (Società Generale Ricambi), recent new products from Aachen, Germany based manufacturer Kellermann include its award-winning 'Jetstream' 3-in-1 rear, brake and sequential lighting turn signal combo. "Integrating elements from aviation design - the shape of a wing with an integrated jet engine - the distinctively and shapely designed Jetstream is a guaranteed eye-catcher both for its looks and for its power". LED design expert Guido Kellermann told IDN: "Our new premium Kellermann Jetstream is probably the most spectacular motorcycle indicator ever built," and one of Europe's leading custom parts and accessory distributors described it simply as "probably the best combination taillight ever conceived"; www.kellermann-online.com
GIVI: Recent new products include the latest evolution of the GIVI Trekker Outback EVO aluminium cases. "Design updates go far beyond a mere restyling. There are 16 dedicated moulds, changes to components, load capacities, technical components, and, for the first time, a contoured shape side case. Notched, rounded, flared - basically the bottom of the side case is split into two levels. It's the perfect solution for ADV models with a high exhaust on the right side such as the BMW GS and H-D Pan America"; www.givimoto.com
