Kellermann

Micro S DF Dark, Bullet 1000 RB and Atto DF

Prolific German lights designer Kellermann has updated its popular micro 1000 DF Bullet Light as an even smaller 3-in-1 light with tinted glass.
The micro S DF Dark is an “extremely compact” combination rear light that means “all three functions almost disappear at the rear of the motorcycle”, for the company’s cleanest custom install yet.
The micro 1000 family of LEDs is one of the really traditional ranges of indicators from Kellermann and have been installed on different kinds of motorcycle models for more than 15 years. The new micro S DF Dark “represents the trend to even more compact motorcycle lights”.

Micro S DF Dark “extremely compact” combination rear light

“The new micro S DF Dark is really super small, it would even fit six times into the larger micro 1000. This allows an extreme compact and individual design of the tail of the bike with the complete electronics housed in the high-quality casing.”
Also seen here, the stronger new Bullet 1000 RB combination rear and brake light with a 3-year warranty “presents a distinctive rear and brake light in classic bullet design”.

Bullet 1000 RB combination rear and brake light

To date the Kellermann Bullet range already has included options with indicators (Extreme), indicators and position lights (PL) and 3-in-1 combinations with indicator, rear and brake light (DF), but not a rear and brake combination before.
The range of new options it gives bike designers for redesigning the tail of the motorcycle now include being able to combine the distinctive new Bullet 1000 RB with the Bullet 1000 or their super compact Atto indicators.
Finally, the Atto DF three-way combination light is as small and powerful as they come. Indeed, the company says that it is the smallest street legal motorcycle combination indicator-rear-brake light in the world, combining indicator function with rear/brake light.

The Atto DF three-way combination light is as small and powerful as they come

Kellermann CEO Dr. Stefan Wöste says: “The Atto DF offers unbelievable illuminating power - typical for all Kellermann products. But behind it, is a real hidden masterpiece. The sought after 3-in-1 function in such a minimalistic casing allows for an ultra-clean custom solution.
“But, of course, street safety always comes first for Kellermann - the DF visually almost disappears on the bike, but once it kicks into action, it has relentless illuminating power in indicator, rear or brake light function.”
All three can be plugged directly into the 12 volt net and feature Kellermann’s proprietary EXtranz (Extreme Optical Transparency) technology. They come with Kellermann’s high power LED technology, long life protection guard and are IC operated at 330 kHz. The result is “sensational illuminating power and minimal size at the same time”.

KELLERMANN GmbH
www.kellermann-online.com

Sifam Group

Lightweight, high-power ELECTHIUM Lithium batteries

Based near Nice in southern France, the Sifam Group (founded in 1994 by Pierre Manuel) has a lithium battery range available for dealers. 

The innovative technical properties of the battery are said to make it a “very high quality product with an exceptional weight/power ratio”. SIFAM says that ELECTHIUM “delivers some 30 percent more power compared to traditional batteries”.
The ELECTHIUM lithium can replace any starter battery and fits all motorcycles, without modifying the wiring. The light weight – approximately one-third the weight of an equivalent conventional lead-acid battery – makes it ideal for sportsbike (race and street) use.
SIFAM is one of the largest France based distributors with a wide range of famous name and own brand hard parts available from its 3,900 sq m headquarters warehouse.

SIFAM
www.sifam.fr

Dot4 Distribution

‘Resurgence’ riding jeans and customisable ‘Qwart’ helmets

Dot4 Distribution is a fast growing UK based European-wide distributor of contemporary motorcycle apparel that offers a range of exclusive brands of contemporary designs for emerging new generations of consumers.
“Our objective is to introduce European bikers to new and exciting lines of motorcycle clothing which offer the highest levels of protection and comfort on and off the bike,” says CEO Stefan Barnes. “The clothing we distribute is technically innovative and offers the latest styling and technology”.

Stefan Barnes, CEO, Dot4 Distribution: “Our objective is to introduce European bikers to new and exciting lines of motorcycle clothing which offer the highest levels of protection and comfort”

Stefan’s programme includes Resurgence Gear, with the New Wave single layer protective jeans described as “the world’s first motorcycle jeans to use the revolutionary new PEKEV Ultra single layer denim fabric”.
“It has taken a lot of development and is a product completely unique within the motorcycle jeans sector,” said Stefan. At its core is the industry’s strongest abrasion resistant thread, PEKEV, developed by Resurgence Gear in 2013 and the holder of the highest rated CE EN13595 Level II abrasion resistant jeans accreditation.
The thread is sheathed in high-quality indigo-dyed cotton and then woven into denim fabric, with a little elastane for comfort and stretch. Tested to the CE EN13595 Level 1 certification, Stefan says “it recorded a staggering Level II rated abrasion resistance of 11 seconds”.

The design includes hip and knee armour pockets with height adjustment, which will take the included D3O T5 Evo X CE knee and hip pads and is “classic taper-cut - wide enough for all thigh sizes and to fit over motorcycle boots, but narrow enough to look cool and ride safe”.
Five years in design and development, the new Qwart is said to be the world’s first customisable helmet. “Adaptable and stylish, the Qwart Lab is based in south-west France, one of Europe’s most vibrant custom bike and cafe racer communities. Its founder and chief designer, Xavier Marigo, wanted to create a helmet that reflected the motorcycle lifestyle.”
Built to deliver “optimum protection, the Qwart ‘Phoenix’ is a 1,190 g full-face, certified to ECE2205. It is made in a 100 percent carbon fibre shell with suede or leather lining options and a variety of colour choices”.
It is available matt or gloss painted and in two versions – ‘Slick’ without visor and ‘Std’ with visor. The interior has a dual-density EPS lining and the chin guard is built with three-layer protection construction - carbon fibre, a shock absorbing void and soft PU material.
Qwart's modular design makes it easy to customise the helmet as the seasons change, or to reflect the rider’s changing tastes and requirements, and just like an art print, Qwart helmets are individually shipped with a certificate of authenticity dated and signed by the designer.
Additional product lines available to dealers from DOT4 Distribution include “Crave for the Ride” denim Kevlar riding shirts, “Oily Rag” retro style casual wear and legendary “Garibaldi” leather and wax cotton jackets.
www.dot4distribution.com

R&G

R&G damage protection

British damage protection product and accessory specialist R&G showcased new and established bestselling products at INTERMOT.

Alongside popular products such as Aero crash protectors, engine case covers, tail tidies and adventure bars, R&G will also be presenting new ranges such as branded radiator guards, dashboard screen protectors, track waterproofs and indicator extenders. 

The company offers full collections for many of the most recent current production models including the Honda CB1000R, BMW G310 and Suzuki SV650X. R&G continues to have a strong presence in racing paddocks across the globe, including the Bennetts British Superbike Championship as an official supplier to the series.
R&G provides key crash protection items to the California Superbike School, is the exclusive crash protection supplier to Silverstone Track Days and presenting sponsor to the No Limits Racing National Endurance Championship Series in the UK.

R&G
www.rg-racing.com

Rieju

Rieju to debut Cafe style 125

Spanish manufacturer Rieju, the small capacity specialist, is exhibiting at INTERMOT and EICMA this year with several new model updates for 2019.

Among them will be custom versions of the Cafe Racer style Century 125, a new Marathon 125AC and the first glimpse of the new Tango series that will be available in multiple engine capacity versions.
In additional news, the company’s new Bosch powered NUUK electric two-wheel moto range is now finalised and in mass production, offering a wide range of zero exhaust emission machines for low emission conscious fleet and consumer buyers.

RIEJU SA
www.rieju.es

Touratech

Touratech - the one-stop shop for a fully “loaded” GS

Initially only being sold in Germany and Switzerland, German Adventure Touring specialist Touratech is offering a complete motorcycle for the very first time - the Touratech World Travel Edition, a fully touring-equipped BMW R 1200 GS.

“The Touratech World Travel Edition is built on a brand-new BMW R 1200 GS (LC) with “full technical equipment” and full BMW warranty

The bike has the Touratech Desierto V fairing trim kit (a decal set developed by Rubber Dust) with yellow powder-coated components and powerful side-mounted auxiliary. The original fork legs are replaced by expedition-compatible components from Touratech Suspension. All functions of the electronic suspension are fully retained, but the suspension package is said to greatly improve off-road and long distance on-road handling.
“With its comprehensive protector equipment, the World Travel Edition is prepared for even toughest use,” says Touratech. “Starting with the robust crash bar and the extended rally engine guard to the cylinder protection, headlamp grid and numerous other protectors, all components are fully protected against off-road challenges.

“Due to their foldable design, which prevents breaking, the ergonomic foot levers are individually adjustable (and hand controls are fully adjustable)”; the one-piece comfort seat with the heat-reflecting ‘Fresh Touch’ technology provides the “best riding comfort”, and the Desierto V fairing, with its adjustable windshield, is said to ensure best weather protection and riding comfort.
The luggage can be stored in the two anodised Zega Pro2 aluminium panniers that are mounted to the “tried and tested” stainless steel Touratech racks. A Remus ‘Black Hawk’ exhaust silencer is said to combine a low weight with a “sporty sound”.
The selection of vehicle-specific components is “designed to guarantee maximum functionality and practicality with an attention to detail that comes from our years of experience - such as shifting the gimbal vent to increase the wading depth or the little protectors at the throttle valves, all proving our long-distance travel expertise”. The purchase price includes two days of extensive training.
www.touratech.com

Spanish motorcycle registrations

Spain: motorcycles +16.10 percent to August

The latest data from ANESDOR, the motorcycle industry trade association in Spain, shows motorcycle registrations +13.36 percent for August (12,013 units), having been +13.37 percent (17,408 units) for July. They are +16.10 percent for the eight months to August (108,649 units) - the best first eight-month market performance in Spain since before 2009.

Moped registrations are still soft at -24.97 percent YTD (9,591 units), leaving YTD total PTW registrations at +11.17 percent (118,240 units).
Honda is market share leader with 21,844 units sold for a 20.1% market share. Yamaha is second (17,710 units/16.3% share); Kymco third (10,928 units/10.1% share), followed by Piaggio, Sym, BMW, Kawasaki, Suzuki and KTM.