Galfer is in the news
The weeks since the last edition of International Dealer News went to press (in December 2024, after EICMA) has seen Barcelona based brakes specialist Galfer release a slew of news as the company finalised partnerships, initiatives and plans for what promises to be a busy and exciting 2025 season for the company.
Probably the most prestigious news (with apologies to the likes of Triumph, Stark and MSI Racing) has been the announcement that Galfer is the exclusive braking systems supplier for the Ducati Factory MX Team in the 2025 Motocross World Championship as an official Ducati Racing factory partner.
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| Ducati 2025 MXGP World Championship |
This strengthening of its established partnership with Ducati comes after Galfer supported Alessandro Lupino in the 2024 Italian MX1 Championship. With Swiss rider Jeremy Seewer and Italian talent Mattia Guadagnini, Galfer will compete in the 20 MXGP races across four continents, kicking off with the Ducati Factory MX Team's debut in Córdoba, Argentina, on March 2, 2025, and concluding in Darwin, Australia, on September 21, 2025.
The company has developed cutting-edge brake discs to ensure maximum performance for the Ducati Factory MX Team riders Jeremy Seewer and Mattia Guadagnini - subject to conditions either the either 260 mm grooved Disc Wave (for optimal performance in extreme mud and water conditions) at the front or Disc Sharks (for dry terrains and high temperatures) with the 240 mm discs at the rear.
The Ducati partnership gains even more relevance thanks to the collaboration with a high-profile international sponsor, Aruba.it.
Francisco Catena Martinez, who took over from Umberto Milesi as Galfer CEO in mid-2023 said: "Galfer has always been synonymous with high performance and safety, fundamental qualities for competing at the highest level. We are thrilled to support Ducati in this new adventure in the MX World Championship for the 2025 season. Our commitment is to provide riders with the best braking systems to tackle every race, anywhere in the world."
Additionally, Galfer has also taken a major step forward in its commitment to MotoGP by becoming the Main Partner of the MSI Racing Team's Moto2 and Moto3 teams for the 2025 season.
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| MSI is using Galfer Floatech discs and Racing G1310 sintered brake pads |
Having collaborated with the team for five seasons, since its foundation in 2020 in the FIM Jr. GP, Galfer has played a key role in its success by providing top-quality braking solutions. Now, the brand says it is pleased to announce its continued partnership with the two MSI Racing Team squads competing in the MotoGP World Championship: QJ Motor-Frinsa-MSi Moto2 Team, featuring Sergio García and Iván Ortolá and Frinsa-MT-MSi Moto3 Team, with Ryusei Yamanaka and Ángel Piqueras.
This follows incredible success in 2024, with Japanese rider Ai Ogura securing the Moto2 World Championship title using Galfer Floatech brake discs and Racing G1310 sintered brake pads.
In news that sees Galfer partnering with fellow Barcelona area manufacturer Stark Future, the company is the OEM supplier for braking power on the new STARK VARG EX model for enduro and dual sport enthusiasts.
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| The Stark Varg EX |
After successfully equipping the Stark VARG motocross model, the Spanish brand has been chosen to supply the brake discs for the new Stark VARG EX, the second model from the Barcelona headquartered Swedish company, one designed expressly for enduro riders. The Stark VARG EX will run Galfer's 260 mm Disc Wave rotors on the front, with 220 mm Wave discs at the rear.
In other news, Galfer has announced its inclusion in the prestigious FIM Quality Product (FQP) program for the 2025-2027 period, as recognised by the technical committee of the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme.
Guillermo Font, Marketing Director of Galfer said: "We are extremely proud to have joined the prestigious FIM Quality Product program for 2025-2027. This milestone attests to our commitment to excellence and solidifies Galfer's position as a global leader in braking technology. With the FIM Quality Product mark now alongside Galfer's name, the company is preparing to write new success stories in the world of competition and technological innovation. I believe the FIM Quality Product program helps to further solidify Galfer's global reputation, confirming that every component, from discs to brake pads, is designed to deliver flawless performance in any condition."
Finally, Triumph has once again chosen Galfer as the official brake supplier for its motocross bikes. The newly launched TF 450-RC, developed in collaboration with MX legend Ricky Carmichael, is equipped with Galfer discs, as is the TF 250-X launched last year.
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| The new Triumph TF with 450-RC brakes with Galfer discs |
Galfer Disc Wave editions exclusively manufactured for Triumph feature with reduced weight of only 380 g for the front disc (260 mm, 3 mm thickness) and 399 g for the rear disc (220 mm, 4 mm thickness). Produced using cutting-edge technologies including laser cutting, tempering, painting, CNC machining, and grinding, "they guarantee uncompromising quality, perfectly aligned with the excellence of the Triumph TF 450-RC".
Industry legend and Galfer Aftermarket and OEM Sales Director Martini Bristot Ivo said: "We are extremely proud to continue our collaboration with Triumph, which has once again chosen Galfer brake discs as original equipment for the new and highly anticipated TF 450-RC. This significant recognition, following the success of last year's TF 250-X, is a confirmation of Triumph's strong belief in our brand and products".
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| 2024 - 10 world titles, three European titles and 11 National titles |
For the record, 2024 was a big year on the racetracks of the world with no less than 10 world titles, three European titles, and 11 national titles. "From the high-speed circuits of MotoGP to the extreme challenges of Motocross and Enduro, riders supported by Galfer brake components have shone brightly, confirming the excellence of 'Made in Spain' technology," said Ivo.
