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Bell McQueen

BELL HELMETS HAS LAUNCHED A REPLICA OF THE LID WORN BY FILM legend and renowned motorcycle fan Steve McQueen when he competed in the 1964 International Six Day Trial off-road race as part of the US team. The Bell Custom 500 International Six Day Trial is finished in the same blue and white livery with red accents as McQueen wore, with the addition of “Steve” written on rear in case anyone needs a prompt to recognise the homage. It comes fitted with a Bell 510 visor, a 278 decal (McQueen’s race number), custom keychain, and a black leather helmet bag. It comes in sizes S to XL at an SRP of £199.99. Race FX; 01254 311222; bellhelmets@racefx.co.uk

Ducati luggage 6

SW-MOTECH HAS UNVEILED A QUICK-FIT TANK BAG TO SUIT DUCATI’S adventurous DesertX model. The Micro tank bag fits using the PRO tank ring system, and takes a matter of seconds to clip on or off. The bag itself is expandable from 3 to 5 litres and offers easy access storage to stash phone, keys or other small items. It is made from ballistic nylon with a laminated EVA shell to stiffen the fabric. A water resistant coating on the inside keeps items dry, and there is a separate rain cover in case the heavens open. The bag retails at £112.96 SRP and the PRO tank ring for the DesertX retails at £51.84.

Motohaus; 01256 704909; info@motohaus.com

Clarke welders 5

CLARKE HAS ADDED NEW MODELS TO ITS RANGE OF MMA/TIG welders. Three of the models are lightweight 120, 160 and 200A MMA/TIG inverter welders which are easily portable for repairs in the workshop or on the move. They feature a high switching frequency to reduce bulk and improve control, with turbo fan cooling for prolonged full-power welding. Prices range from £113.99 to £167.98. The fourth new model is the MIG120Multi, which combines MIG, MMA and TIG welding capabilities in one portable unit for garage and bodyshop jobs. It can output between 20-120A, welding steel from 1-5mm thick. SRP is £191.98. Machine Mart; 0115 956 5555; sales@machinemart.co.uk

Yoshimura RS-12

DESIGNED FOR THE 2023 VERSION OF YAMAHA’S THOROUGHLY updated YZ450F, the Yoshimura RS-12 exhaust system claims impressive power gains for what is already a highly-tuned motocross machine – an 8% improvement in maximum power and a 13% increase in maximum torque. As well as the headline figures, Yoshimura claims increases in power throughout the rev range, including the all-important midrange. The stainless steel system features machined joints and a built-in resonator chamber. It has a matt-finish carbon fibre end cap and comes fitted with a low-volume baffle to keep the neighbours happier. SRP is £1176. Performance Parts; 01327 706139; enquiries@performanceparts-ltd.com

Merlin BSA Liberation 4

WE REPORTED IN LAST MONTH’S BDN THAT THE REVIVED BSA motorcycle brand had teamed up with fellow Midlanders Merlin to produce a range of casual and protective garments. Now we have more details on items in the new range, including the Liberation leather jacket. Made from 1.2mm cowhide, the Liberation is an AA-rated classic biker jacket with four zipped pockets and diamond-stitched panels on the shoulders. Protective elements include CE level 1 shoulder and elbow armour, plus a pocket to take an optional back protector, while for comfort there is a removable 100g thermal gilet liner plus a waterproof drop liner all topped off with a Marton Mills Tartan liner trim. Obviously the BSA logo is featured throughout, with subtle embroidery and branded silver snaps on the collar and cuffs. It comes in black or brown to fit chest sizes 38-48in for an SRP of £329.99.

Merlin; 01543 270299; info@merlinbikegear.com

Lexmoto RSS125

A NEW NAKED ROADSTER, LEXMOTO’S RSS125 IS A RETRO-TINGED machine in a similar vein to Honda’s CB1000R, combining a blend of classic proportions with modern styling touches. Competing at the opposite end of the market to the big Honda, the RSS features a 14hp 125cc single cylinder motor mated to a six speed gearbox, giving it a top speed of 70mph. The dash is a 5in colour TFT display displaying RPM, speed and fuel level, and both the headlight and the rear light integrated into the seat are LED fittings. The RSS125 comes in two tone crimson red/white or Tuscany yellow/white for an SRP of £2899.99 +OTR.

Lexmoto; 0844 567 8887; www.lexmoto.com

Dunlop Sportmax Q-Lite tyres

AS BIKES GET BIGGER, MORE powerful and faster, many riders revel in the new envelopepushing performance levels these machines offer. Others, however, feel that 0-60 times quicker than a greyhound’s sneeze and licence-shredding top speeds are unnecessary and this is leading to a rejuvenation in mid-range and smaller machines which provide the thrills of biking at a more modest pace and cost.

To cater for this rapidly-growing sector of the motorcycling world, Dunlop has launched the Sportmax Q-Lite, a radial tyre aimed squarely at the latest sporty 125-250cc machines such as the Yamaha R3 and Kawasaki Ninja 250. Dunlop claims the Q-Lite offers hypersport performance, improved grip, better handling, and 60% better mileage than its TT900GP predecessor. It features a full carbon compound and a tread pattern developed using finite element analysis. The Q-Lites come in sizes for both front and rear fitment ranging from 80/90-17 to 150/60-17 with retail prices starting at £75.

Dunlop; 0121 378 7000; www.dunlop.eu

WMD Meteor 46

WMD HAS A NEW RANGE OF PARTS TO TITIVATE THE Royal Enfield Meteor 350 cruiser. Screens come in touring and sports variants and include all fittings at £95.78 and £61.74 respectively. The touring is the larger of the two, providing extended protection against wind and rain. For the opposite end of the bike there is a straight-cut silencer in a choice of black with chrome endcap or chrome with black endcap. SRP is £123.23.

WMD; 01273 595746; info@wmd-online.com

Alpinestars casuals

REFRESHING ITS RANGE OF CASUAL clothing for the spring 2023 season, Alpinestars has added a number of new colours and designs. The range includes T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts and jackets featuring various versions of the Alpinestars logos, slogans and bold prints inspired by the brand’s history in motorsport, together with some retro style touches.

As well as the core garment range, there is a huge selection of baseball and trucker caps for those who want to advertise their brand loyalty to the full.

Alpinestars; 0039 0423 5286; sales@alpinestars.com

Oxford Hotgrips Pro 64

OVER THREE YEARS IN DEVELOPMENT, OXFORD

Hotgrips Pro join an already extensive range of heated handlebar grips from the Witney firm. The updates to the Pro include integrated temperature controls and thermistors in each grip, which help to accelerate the heat-up time. Battery saving tech turns the grips off if they get left on by accident, and they are IP65 rated for waterproofness. They come with a choice of adventure, sports or touring grip patterns moulded into the silicone grip material for an SRP of £199.99.

Oxford Products; 01993 862300; info@oxprod.com

Harley handle

APPARENTLY SOME HARLEY-DAVIDSON PAN AMERICA 1250 OWNERS have trouble hauling its 250kg bulk onto its centre stand – partly due to the weight, but also because there is nothing convenient to hang on to. Wunderlich has a solution to one of these issues in the shape of its new Jacking Handle, a bolt-on extra grip that fits onto the left side pillion peg bracket. It is made from black powder coated tubular steel and fits using existing mounting points on the frame, so no drilling required. SRP is €89.90.

Wunderlich; +49 2641 3082-703; sales@wunderlich.de

Malossi battery charger 3

IDEAL FOR BOTH THE WORKSHOP OR THE MULTI-BIKE OWNER, MALOSSI’S NEW BATTERY CHARGER, THE 3INONE, is a combined smart charger and conditioner that can maintain up to three lead acid or lithium batteries, with different chemistries, capacities or types, at the same time. Each separately fused bank can supply up to 2A, making it suitable for batteries of 4Ah to 40Ah, performing a diagnostic cycle before charging, and then maintenance, functions all illustrated on an LED display. The casing is splash and dust proof, and reverse polarity, overcharge and overheat protections ensure maximum security when using the charger. It comes complete with instructions and three sets of terminal clamps for an SRP of £66.

VE (UK); 01159 462991; sales@ve-uk.com

UM range 6

UM MOTORCYCLES HAS UNVEILED SIX NEW MODELS FOR ITS 2023 range. Five of the six are 125s, covering commuter, off-road and roadster style machines, with the balance made up by a 300cc cruiser for A2 license holders. The range includes the DSR125EX (£3499 +OTR), a dual purpose machine with 21in front and 18in rear spoked wheels, and the DSR125SM (£3599 +OTR) which is the same bike but with supermoto style wheels and tyres. Both use an 11kW Aprilia engine providing the maximum power for a learner-legal 125cc motorcycle and come in a choice of black or white with orange or yellow graphics.

For the city streets there are the lightweight XStreet RS125 (£2899 +OTR) and the cruiser style Renegade Freedom 125 (£3599 +OTR). The final two new models are the Renegade Vegas 125 and 300 cruisers, both of which have an LED headlight. The 125 and 300 are priced at £3599 +OTR and £4399 +OTR respectively. All new UM Motorcycles models come with a three-year warranty.

Quadzilla; sales@wkbikes.com; www.um-motorcycles.co.uk

Short Cuts

PUIG

FOR RIDERS who don’t fancy clomping around in motorcycle boots all day, Puig has come up with a rubber and Velcro strap that protects the gear lever area of any pair of everyday shoes. While it provides some protection against scuffing, obviously it offers absolutely zero protection in the event of having an incident while wearing trainers. SRP is €15.

Puig;0034 938 49 06 33; info@puig.tv

Cardo Systems

MOTORCYCLE COMMS MANUFACTURER

Cardo has finalised a series of software updates that make its current range of intercom systems compatible with the Open Bluetooth Intercom (OPI) standard. OPI compatibility simplifies connection between systems from Cardo, Midland and UClear, allowing users of the different brands to seamlessly connect together. The update is free to current owners and is performed through Cardo’s Connect app. Pama & Co; 0161 494 4200; cardo@pama.co.uk

DUCATI

FOR THE 2023 SEASON, DUCATI HAS ADDED turn-by-turn navigation to its DesertX adventure bike and the Diavel V4 cruiser, with other models to be added to the list in the near future. The navigation works through the Ducati Multimedia System only when connected to a smartphone, either Android or iPhone, running the Ducati Link app. It supplies instructions via the bike’s TFT screen and a Bluetooth helmet and can be activated either at purchase or at a later date via a software upgrade. Ducati; schappell@ducatiuk.com

PYRAMID PARTS

PYRAMID HAS released additions to its range of handpainted and colourmatched bodywork parts. The latest additions are a seat cowl in black/blue/silver to suit the Yamaha MT-10SP for £152.99, and flyscreens for the Honda MSX125, Triumph Trident 660 and Kawasaki Z650RS in red or yellow (£141.99 SRP), matt baja orange (£185.99 SRP) and candy emerald (£174.99 SRP) respectively.

Pyramid Plastics; sales@pyramid-plastics.co.uk

Garibaldi Heritage

CATALAN CLOTHING COMPANY GARIBALDI has been ploughing the classic biking wear furrow since 1972. The latest addition to its range is the Heritage, a revival of the brand’s original waterproof jacket. As such, it features classic multi-pocket looks and hip covering tailoring, and is made from Samtex wax cotton with a velvet neck liner for comfort. Modern additions include CE Level 1 Hex Powertector armour at the elbows and shoulders and a Reissa wind and waterproof membrane, A detachable thermal liner is supplied for cooler days in the saddle. It only comes in classic black, in sizes S-3XL, for an SRP of £275. Dot4Distribution; 0203 514 2413; info@dot4distribution.com

Vcan H128 36

A NEW BUDGET FULL FACE LID FROM VCAN, the H128 manages to keep important features despite the affordable pricing. The first feature is that the H128 is ECE 22/06 certified, the lightweight shell also being ACU Gold accredited. For a better user experience there is a new design of drop-down sun visor which is said to be easier to operate, and the transpiring liner is said to be improved, as well as being removable and washable. The H128 comes in a couple of “aggressive” Titan designs, as well as the Union Flag and the Y Ddraig Goch for patriotic riders, in sizes XSXXL for an SRP of £109.99. Midwest Marketing; 01527 574422; infor@rayvan.co.uk

R&G Pro Guard 5

R&G IS LAUNCHING A NEW range of Pro motorcycle protection products. The first items in the range include Pro radiator guards, which are bigger, stronger and lighter than their predecessors. Featuring a new hexagonal grille design which minimises airflow disruption to maintain cooling efficiency while protecting against impact from stones and debris, they are laser cut from lightweight aluminium and are then powder coated matt black. The Pro Guards are available for BMW F900 R and XR and KTM RC125, 200 and 390 models, with more applications promised. Pricing starts at £64.99 SRP.

R&G; 01420 89007; alan.garrett@rg-racing.com

VE Actif screens

VE’S RANGE OF RETRO-STYLED screens has been extended with new fitments for Lambretta V and AJS Modena scooters, adding to the fitments for various Lambretta, Vespa, Royal Alloy and Scomadi models. Older scooter models are also catered for, covering machines from the 1960s up to the present.

Delivery speed has also been stepped-up, with single-screen orders now available within 48 hours.

The screens come in a choice of six solid and four transparent colours, with the “blade” available in four tints and two shapes (standard or rounded) for a current SRP of £58.

VE (UK); 01159 462991; sales@ve-uk.com

Guardo gloves

TOURATECH HAS FRESHENED UP TWO PAIRS OF ITS GLOVES WITH new all-black colour schemes. The Guardo Rambler GTX is a waterproof three-season adventure style glove with a GoreTex membrane and GoreGrip technology for a secure grip and improved feel. A Seesoft memory foam palm protector is fitted, along with polyurethane hardshell knuckle protectors. The Desert+ is a lighter weight summer glove offering lots of ventilation throughout. It is made from a combination of goatskin, Superfabric and polyester with padded finger inserts and knuckle protection. The Rambler is €169.90 per pair in sizes 6-13, and the Desert is €99.90 in sizes XS-3XL.

Touratech; 49 7728 9279-0; info@touratech.de

SC-Project exhaust 5

CHINESE OWNED ITALIAN HERITAGE MOTORCYCLE BRAND MOTO

Morini has announced a tie-up with Italian exhaust brand SC-Project to create a new slip-on silencer for the X-Cape adventure bike. The handmade silencer features a 60mm bore for a more distinctive sound, is 1kg lighter than the stock item and claims to release an extra 1.8hp despite still being Euro 5 compliant. It is covered by a three year warranty and has an SRP of £525.

Moto Morini;01429 650555; uksales@motomondo.com

Diora boots 6

MIDWEST MARKETING’S BOOT BRAND DIORA HAS HAD FOUR NEW CASUAL AND URBAN designs added to its range. The Renegade and Lusso are both CE-approved utility-style leather boots with an air mesh padded liner. On the Lusso, this is supplemented by a Hipora waterproof membrane. Both feature double stitching in high-stress areas, reinforced toe and heel areas and a hot welded leather sole. They come in black or brown, in UK sizes 7-10 for an SRP of £99.99.

The Darwin and Nixon are trainer-style boots each made from a combination of leather and microfibre or polyester. Both feature a Hipora waterproof membrane and an air mesh padded lining. The Nixon only comes in black with a choice of black or white laces, sizes 6-13, while the Darwin comes in black of black/flou colourways in sizes 7-13. Both have an SRP of £99.99. Midwest Marketing; 01527 574422; infor@rayvan.co.uk

Kawasaki ZX-4R

SLIPPING SMOOTHLY INTO THE INCREASINGLY popular mid-size sporting segment, Kawasaki’s new Ninja ZX-4R is basically a bigger-capacity version of the ZX-25R. Boasting a useful 80hp from its high-revving four cylinder engine, and said to be tuned for torque, the ZX-4R claims to be as at home fulfilling a sporty commuter role or as a track day weapon. The frame is a steel trellis design fitted with Showa forks (adjustable on the SE and RR variants), and braking is discs all round. Electronic toys haven’t been missed off either, all versions being fitted with four different settings for power and traction control and the higher-spec models also enjoying a dual-direction quickshifter. Other highlights include LED lighting front and rear and a full-colour LCD dash with app connectivity. Prices for the standard, SE and RR models will be released nearer to the bike’s expected autumn appearance. Kawasaki; 01628 856750; www.kawasaki.co.uk

Oxford Cool Seats

OXFORD’S NEW COOL SEATS ARE DESIGNED TO enhance comfort on long hot weather rides by improving air circulation around the nether regions. Made from a combination of polyester mesh with an anti-slip rubber backing, the seats come with adjustable Velcro straps to allow installation on almost any style or size of motorcycle. The Sport & Street version has a narrower front end to suit sports-oriented machinery, whereas the Adventure & Touring version has a longer profile. In addition there is a Pillion & Enduro version which does double duty for off-road machinery or passenger perches. All have an SRP of £29.99. Oxford Products; 01993 862300; info@oxprod.com

MaXLine topcase 54

FIRMLY FOLLOWING THE “BIGGER IS BETTER” mantra, Touratech has taken its Extreme top case and added another 7 litres of luggage capacity to it to create the MaXLine XL version. Made from 1.2mm aluminium sheet with stainless steel fittings, the XL has a capacious 47 litre capacity, big enough to hold a full-face helmet. A luggage net is fitted inside the lid to keep essential items at hand. It is available in powder-coated black or natural aluminium finishes with replaceable impact-resistant corner protectors. Prices start from €339 for the natural finish, €379 for the black. Wunderlich; +49 2641 3082-703; sales@wunderlich.de