Gaerne: Founded in 1962, the legendary Italian boot manufacturer's decades of experience "carries through each step and infuses the entire production process with an artisan touch. A sure hand and the shrewdness that comes from knowing the secrets of the craft come together with precision and ingenuity to set Gaerne products apart"; www.gaerne.com
Pyramid Motorcycle Accessories: Founded in 1986 and historically best known for its 'Extenda Fenda' programme, recent new products from the British manufacturer include fly screens and seat cowls for the Yamaha MT-09 SP and the 1200 cc Triumph Speed Twin. Pyramid is also UK importer of a number of well-known brands, including Ermax (France) and Puig (Spain). Seen here are Managing Director Adam Bowser and Export Director Karen Wilkes www.pyramidmoto.com
QD Exhaust (Arcas Industrie): Recent new products from Manuel de Liso's Milan based exhaust manufacturing business include its classic look 'MaXcone' series mufflers - "designed for those who want a classic look". Polished AISI 304 stainless steel gives "an aggressive and elegant character" - the die-cast magnesium end cap with the logo in relief simulates the classic "counter-cone" used in racing motorbikes of the 70s. The end caps are designed to guarantee maximum performance and 'phonometric' yield using a perforated barrel with a 5 mm diameter hole with an 8 mm pitch. The layering of the sound-absorbing material has been designed to give a sound characterised by low frequencies below 800 Hz. They are equipped with the QD GAS-EXTRACTOR system to promote the flow of exhaust gases by increasing the extraction from the exhaust system - the GAS-EXTRACTOR creates a so-called "pulsation" area which absorbs the pressure waves generated by the engine, lowering the decibel level. All QD Exhaust products are sold with a service card that allows the owner to extend to a 30-month warranty programme and to download the European certification; www.qdexhaust.it
Arai: New from the Japanese helmet manufacturer are its TOUR-X5 ADV, off and on-roader with new VAS-A visor system designed to maximise glancing-off performance, enhanced 5 mm wider on each side chin bar for easy on/off comfort, new forehead logo duct for excellent ventilation and flat spot-on side of the shell for easy communication device installation. Also new at EICMA was the Arai RX-7V EVO, FIM Racing #2 is described as the world's first helmet homologated to the FIM FRHPhe-02 standard, and the "go-to helmet when racing in FIM sanctioned events"; www.araihelmet-europe.com
Rainers Sports: The Elche, Spain based gear and apparel manufacturer is best known for its boots. Recent new products include the CE approved T-400 urban style boot in full grain leather (cat. 2, EN 13634:2017) with foam-covered TPU protectors for the ankle area and a leather protector for gear shift; www.rainers-sports.com
HEPCO&BECKER: The German luggage manufacturer is a prominent player in the ADV model space. Accessories include its Lock-it tank ring system, stainless steel heat shield, steel handlebar guards, side stand enlarger, crash bars, skid plate, four rear luggage racks to choose from, and the Xplorer cutout side carrier System. This cutout side carrier follows the contours of the exhaust, hence the name. Included in the kit is the side carrier and two aluminium cases reinforced with plastic all around for a combined luggage capacity of 77 litres; 40 litres for the left case and 37 litres for the cutout case on the right of the bike. A matching 45 litre Xplorer top case in silver or black is also available; www.hepco-becker.de
