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CONTENTS April 2018 H Vol. 9 #2 ON THE COVER Publisher / Editor-in-Chief: Don Emde • donemde@me.com

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Moose Racing – Complete Coverage:

Parts, accessories and gear for off-road

Editor: Dennis Johnson • dennisjohnsonwrites@verizon.net

Art Director: Morgan Williams Ad Coordinator: Jen Rose • jenrose@me.com Copy Editor: Tracy Emde

Webmaster: Jeff Emde

Design Assistant: Kristina Nystul Breaux Contributing Writers: Joe Colombero, Beth Dolgner, Don Emde,

Dennis Johnson, Joe Kress, Thorsten Stephan Contributing Photographers: Ray Archer/KRT Images, Michelin

Motorsports, Thorsten Stephan,

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Bavo Swijgers Thanks also to everyone at Parts Europe, Parts Unlimited, Drag Specialties and Edge Advertising for your assistance and support!

To our readers: Editorial space in this publication has been offered on an “advertorial” basis. While we have done our best to check the facts, our readers should be aware that the responsibility for accuracy rests with the manufacturers, vendors or sponsors who provided the information to us. – Publisher.

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Welcome Letter News & Events Parts Department

SPECIAL FEATURES

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2018 MotoGP Preview

DRAG SPECIALTIES: 50TH ANNIVERSARY

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Five decades of custom: A look back at the history of Drag Specialties

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Fred Fox and Arlen Ness around 1980. Ness’ parts and accessories are still an important product line featured in the Drag Specialties FatBook.

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’ve had the good fortune to know Fred Fox for about forty years and along the way have watched him develop relationships in Europe and the United States with many accessory manufacturers in the motorcycle business. Those that have lasted the longest have been where both parties mutually benefitted from working together.

This year, Drag Specialties celebrates 50 years in business. Fred didn’t start that company, but when it ran into financial problems from mismanagement in 1988, he saw not only the opportunity to step in and save what was there, but he also envisioned what it could become.

Drag Specialties has always had its name on a lot of products, from its original Maltese Cross taillight to its line of Drag Specialties seats that it still sells today. But they could do more than that, and did. Along the way, many makers of motorcycle accessories saw the opportunity to hook up with Drag Specialties for distribution to dealers. This allowed those many builders and product designers more time to focus on what they did best...develop great products.

In this issue we feature a look back to when Drag Specialties got started, how it later became a part of Fred Fox’s organization and what

was done to make it grow and become the major brand it is today.

When Parts Europe opened almost a decade ago, naturally Drag Specialties products were immediately added to the list of products in stock, as was the large—and ever-growing—list of off-road products from Moose Racing and Moose Utility Division. We also feature in this issue a look at the 2018 Moose Racing line that riders can now enjoy... from the M1.3 boots, to XCR goggles, M1 racewear and many innovative and useful accessories for their motorcycles. The Moose Utility Division story also deserves a look, as UTV riders will want to know about its expanding line of tires and wheels.

We congratulate Fred Fox, and the staffs at Drag Specialties, Moose Racing, Moose Utility Division and Parts Europe. It’s such a great business story to see the results of working together with leading product designers and manufacturers around the world to bring great motorcycle, snowmobile, watercraft, ATV and UTV products to market for dealers and riders. ■

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Parts Europe fully owned by the American LeMans Corporation, owner of market leaders Parts Unlimited and DRAG Specialties, is a wholesale distributor of spare parts and accessories, as well as gear and apparel for motorcycles, quads/ATV, personal watercraft, and snowmobiles. We supply to dealers all over Europe, the Middle East and South Africa.

We are looking for people to join our team

Motorsport Enthusiasts, Experienced Professionals and Mechanics as

Sales professionals and customer service agents (f/m) For our internal call center (at our European distribution center, located in Germany near the border of Luxemburg)

Independent field sales agents Preferential areas: North of Spain, Northwest and Southwest Germany, South of the Netherlands, Northern Sweden and in Italy for the regions Tuscany, Umbria/Lazio, Abruzzo, Molise, Campania, Sardinia

Purchasers All positions require: § An excellent knowledge of motorcycle parts and accessories § Experience in a comparable position § A good command of the English language

Many other interesting positions available

For more information visit our website.

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NEWS EVENTS Verona Motor Bike Expo CELEBRATING A DECADE OF TWO-WHEELED MADNESS

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en years after the move from Padova to Verona, the Motor Bike Expo is stronger than ever – and the custom motorcycle segment is getting bigger every year.

With expectations running high, the four-day Expo delivered on all counts. Despite some difficult travel conditions, the show in early January was once again an epicenter of the Italian custom motorcycle scene.

It seems that no theme is left uncovered by the Italian bike builders as the range of motorcycles on hand included everything from Café racers, scramblers and choppers, to

Story and Photos by Horst Rösler

Baggers, sportbikes and old school classics.

To top things off, it’s not just those popular V-twins from Milwaukee, USA getting the treatment, the customs included traditional Italian marques as well as Indians and Triumph twins.

On hand this year from the USA were Cory Ness and his son Zach, custom painter and builder Kirk Taylor, Rod Woodruff from the Buffalo Chip Campground in Sturgis, SD, and even Indian Motorcycle’s president Steve Menneto.

The show also features stunt riders, a freestyle motocross exhibition and daring exploits of expert trials riders. ■

Indian Scouts are increasingly popular as a custom platform and Lorenzo Nisi of Lissone-based Bad Boys Garage shows what he can do in that department.

Check out the hinged tail section that allows easy access to the exhaust and rear wheel.

While many builders are embracing different manufacturers, the main focus of the custom bikes at the Verona Motor Bike Expo remains those popular American V-twins.

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There was an impressive turnout for the King of Verona bike builder contest.

How far are those builders pushing the boundaries with customs? Check out this custom three-wheeler Softail. The team at P.M.S. Bike adapted Yamaha’s recently-unveiled “Niken” three-wheeler to a Twin Cam V-twin.

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Just as Italian builders are pushing the boundaries of custom bikes, many other have also perfected some old school bike building traditions as shown by this old Shovelhead custom.

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Custom tank art.

The Harley-Davidson FXR remains another popular model to makeover. In fact, “FXRs of Verona” was introduced as a new class in the bike show, and this custom from Harley-Davidson Padova took first place.

The restoration specialists at Punto di Fuga Motociclette took a wrecked 1917 Indian board track racer and transformed into a showroomcondition beauty.

Three times the oomph.

How’s that for custom engine work? This three-cylinder Sportster motor (using five camshafts) is the inspired work by the combined team of M. Yusuf of Psycho Engine Garage, Kaichiroh Kurosu of Cherry Company, and Lulut Wahyudi from Retro Classic Cycles in Indonesia.

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Caballero Seat

This Caballero seat has a stylish design and features Solar-reflective leather in the seating area to keep cool even in direct sunlight. The sleek profile and a flexible foam interior also provide maximum comfort.

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NEWS EVENTS Game On: Thor Riders Take On 2018 Season LIEBER JOINS DESALLE IN SERIES

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y the time you’re reading this, the 2018 FIM Motocross World Championship will be in full swing after the series opener March 4th at the MXGP of Patagonia in Argentina.

Back at the gates in the MXGP class will be Thor/Monster Energy/ Kawasaki rider Clement Desalle, who is joined in the series by Julien Lieber, a fellow Belgian rider making the jump up from MX2.

As you’ll recall, in the 2017 season, Desalle pushed through a handful of setbacks – including a painful back injury – throughout the season to place solidly in the overall Top 10 championship points standings at number four.

Lieber comes to the Thor/Kawasaki team after a private effort in the MX2 ranks, where he was ranked fifth in the championship standings. As an independently funded rider, Lieber had consistent finishes and even led the championship at one point.

“I’m glad to see Julien joining us. There are a lot of young riders coming from MX2 and it will be very interesting,” said Steve Guttridge, Kawasaki European race manager. “Julien has a lot of talent on a bike, rides really well and I’m sure he will move to the 450 really well.” ■

New to the Thor/ Monster Energy/ Kawasaki team, Julien Lieber finished out his MX2 career in 2017 running fifth in the championship standings.

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Thor/Monster Energy/Kawasaki rider Clement Desalle enters the 2018 FIM Motocross World Championship with a promising record. Despite numerous setbacks in 2017, he still landed in the overall Top 10 championship points at number four.

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NEWS EVENTS Parts Europe Releases 2018 Street Catalog NOW TRANSLATED IN FOUR LANGUAGES

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ow available in Italian, English, French, German, and Spanish, the 2018 Street catalog is now a full-service European publication!

Parts Europe dealers should have already received their printed catalog. For those still wanting one, please contact your Parts Europe sales rep to request a catalog.

The catalog can also be viewed online at https://partseurope.eu/cms/en in all five languages.

This year’s massive book features photographs from Parts Europe’s own motorcycle-riding employees taken near the company’s headquarters. ■

Now Available at Parts Europe: Alpinestars On-Road Product Catalog

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arts Europe will now offer a wide selection of products from Alpinestars’ Road lineup. To highlight the range, a special catalog has been developed sent out to all Parts Europe dealers (See story on some of these products on page 58).

The new catalog features such popular street-riding gear as waterproof boots, pants and jackets for sport or touring riding, EC-approved gloves – products that are sure to excite your customers. (See story on page 58 for information on some of this gear.) Parts Europe will also showcase the Alpinestars Road Portfolio at motorcycle and powersports shows throughout the year, and direct consumers where to find them at their local Parts Europe dealers.

“For Parts Europe it is a huge

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step forward to fulfill the needs of our customers,” said Xavier Williart, sales manager Parts Europe. “Alpinestars is a strong brand with high quality products and attractive designs.

Strong brands, and the benefit of the huge availability, fast delivery and low free-freight limits will support our dealers to be more successful in their local market.”

Alpinestars was founded in 1963 in a small Italian village not far away from the Alps. They started with off-road boots for early motocross racers. From the beginning Alpinestars was a benchmark in terms of quality and racing performance. The company grew, developing boots for all forms of motorcycling, road and off-road, and for competitive use and leisure.

In the mid-1980s, Alpinestars USA was opened with a new base in Los Angeles, California. By the mid-1990s, the first technical apparel line was designed and launched, and in 1999 Alpinestars began the development of high performance road racing leather suits.

Alpinestars is now a world-leading manufacturer of professional racing products, motorcycling airbag protection, high-performance apparel and technical footwear. Alpinestars understands that the best design and research is achieved under extreme conditions. ■

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Going Big in Britain THE UK MOTORCYCLE TRADE EXPO SHOW 2018

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arts Europe and its UK sales force once again participated in the UK Motorcycle Trade Expo in Stoneleigh Park in January.

existing Parts Europe dealers. The team also spoke with many members of the UK media who attended.

In attendance for Parts Europe were Nadia Bhatti, Mike Brundson, Ashley Hardy, John Taylforth, Chris White, and Parts Europe’s new marketing manager Farid Al-Samarrai. The company’s booth featured a huge Icon display, as well as products from AFX, Bel-Ray oil, Drag Specialties, FMF, Moose Racing, Moose Utility Division, Neken, and S&S Cycle.

As the UK is one of Icon’s largest growing markets in Europe, Parts Europe took the opportunity to have Bhatti, the Icon product specialist, give existing and new dealers a comprehensive product introduction, along with an exclusive peek at the forthcoming Icon Spring collection. The style and features of the new Icon Airflite helmet were a hit, and many dealers placed pre-orders following this viewing.

After a lot of hard work setting up the eye-catching display, the team managed to take more than 40 new dealer inquiries in just three days, in addition to welcoming back many

The Parts Europe sales team believes the show is a big success and is now working to capitalize on all the dealer inquiries it received. ■

Parts Europe’s huge product range was on display for all the showgoers.

Sales representative Chris White going over the features and benefits of some new Icon boots.

The catalogs always make visitors curious.

From left: Ashley Hardy, sales and customer service agent for the UK and Benelux using the company’s catalogs to showcase the wide range of products carried by Parts Europe.

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Sales agent and Icon product specialist Nadia Bhatti introducing the Icon spring collection.

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NEWS EVENTS Victorious in Verona 2018 MOTOR BIKE EXPO

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he 2018 Motor Bike Expo in Verona saw a nearly 5 percent increase in visitors – about 167,000 in total – and Parts Europe and Drag Specialties were there with a big display of riding apparel, parts and accessories.

The show highlighted a number of custom styles such as café racers, streetbikes, enduro bikes and flat trackers – a lineup that proved to be very popular with attendees.

Italian sales representative Daniela Ripamonti talks to a dealer from American Dreams about new exhausts.

Before the doors to the show even opened, Parts Europe was holding sales rep training for SENA communications equipment and Rinehart Racing products. Once the show started, the Parts Europe booth saw a steady stream of consumers and dealers.

Italian country sales manager Mario Castelli’s sales team was busy taking care of a large number of dealers, making sure to show them all different new products. Many existing dealers stopped in the booth to discuss business developments and sales programs.

Many consumers were excited about the new Icon 1000 products, and the sales team highlighted the Parts Europe Inventory App to get them detailed product information, and instructions on where to buy from their local dealerships. ■

The Parts Europe customized 2003 Ducati 750 SS flat track special was a real eye-catcher.

Parts Europe highlighted a number of SENA communication devices by mounting them on helmets from AFX. The booth features a Road King fully equipped with parts and products from Drag Specialties.

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Italian team lead of sales, Stefano Erba, explains the unique features of the adaptive headlight from J.W. Speaker.

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NEWS EVENTS Parts Europe at the CUSTOMBIKE-SHOW 2017

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ore than 31,800 people visited the CustombikeShow 2017 in Bad Salzuflen, Germany in early December and Parts Europe and Drag Specialties were on hand to showcase their extensive range of brands and products.

With four exhibition buildings, 28,000 square meters of floor space, 300 exhibitors and about 1,000 radical custom motorcycles from all over the world, the event continues to be the world’s largest show for the customized motorcycle scene.

For Parts Europe and Drag Specialties, the fair is an important opportunity to introduce new parts, present customized show bikes and lead interested customers directly to its dealers.

On hand as co-exhibitors were J.W. Speaker, LA Choppers, S&S Cycle and Techno-Research. Products specialists from these companies were on hand to answer questions about their product lines.

In the Parts Europe and Drag Specialties booth, the C-Racer products and Icon collection attracted interest not only from consumers, but also from dealers. “The CustombikeShow is always a good opportunity to improve the personal relationship with our dealers, and to make contact with new dealers,” said Gunther Hildebrandt, team lead sales for the DACH region. ■

The Parts Europe and Drag Specialties booth is prepared and ready for visitors.

Andrew McClellan, J.W. Speaker’s regional sales manager, was impressed by how many visitors were asking for details about the company’s unique adaptive headlight.

A BMW R NineT customized by Bohling & Eisele, Karlsruhe attracted plenty of attention.

The S&S Cycle display was a popular spot for performanceminded show attendees. Paul Devine, vice president of sales (left) was on hand to answer their questions.

Sandro Scaccia, president, and Regine Moyse, sales/ marketing manager of Techno-Research presenting their products.

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The Indian Motorcycle “Spirit of Munro” was a big draw for attendees at the CustombikeShow in Bad Salzuflen.

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No additional surcharges apply for this service, existing freight policy standards for each country will be retained.

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Fighting to be the fastest.

Congratulations to the winners.

Race Report: Transborgaro 2017

Text and photos by Moose Racing brand manager Dan Fitch

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for father and son teams that each race separate motos. The combined lowest scores decide the Top 3 for overall. There is also a 70s class for racers who raced in this period, along with 80s and 90s classes. The event has attracted many top American and European riders over the years.

The event is still running strong after 38 years. This past November, organizers, along with Parts Europe regional rep Dionigi Baldi and his two sons, helped put on the race and invited 200 racers from around the world to attend the event.

Moose Racing’s brand manager, Dan Fitch, was invited to attend, along with other great U.S. riders such as John Dowd, Doug Dubach, Micky Dymond, Broc Glover, Brad Lackey, Robby Reynard, and Chuck Sun. There were also former European champions like Brian Jorgensen, Pierre Karsmakers, Kurt Lijungqvist, Kurt Nicoll, Alex Puzar, and Marc Velkeneers. ■

he idea for the Transborgaro event started about 40 years ago when a young Italian rider named Bruno Morelli participated in the USA in the Trans Am series in the 1970s. Morelli thought it would be great to bring this race idea back to his area in Turin, Italy, and develop a race with some of the riders that participated in the USA in the 1970s.

The race itself is setup within the city limits of Turin, Italy and is free of charge to the public. The city, along with Nikon Camera, has been the biggest supporters of this event over the years.

This year’s attendance was over 9,100 people. The race itself is comprised of four classes, starting with the Family Class,

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In the end this year the winners in each Pro class were as follows:

»» 70s Class 1st Broc Glover »» 80s Class 1st Paolo Karamell »» 90s Class 1st John Dowd

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NEWS EVENTS The Nordic Shows 2018 MOTORCYCLE SHOW GOTHENBURG 2018

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arts Europe attended the Motorcycle Show in Gothenburg, as it’s the only powersport show in Sweden and attracts about 44,000 visitors in four days. As in the past years, there were many young attendees at the show, expressing interest in motorcycles and brands such as Icon.

The Parts Europe booth showcased products from all segments, and the Parts Europe team was happy to welcome the dealers visiting the booth. The big showing of dealers was a testament to the strong relationship with the dealer network in Sweden.

Parts Europe’s sales team received positive feedback about such service tools as the UPS Safer Express service. Most

The custom-built show bike that featured a number of products from Parts Europe and Drag Specialties was a big hit.

areas can be reached overnight, which helps dealers keep inventory values low while still providing customers great service.

A custom-built show bike featured such products as the S&S Cycle Powertune exhaust MK45, as well as accessories from Arlen Ness, Drag Specialties, LA Choppers and Paul Yaffe.

The booth display also highlighted products from Bassani, Bitubo, Hyper-Pro and Saddlemen, and house brands like AFX, Arctiva, Icon, Moose Racing, and Thor.

The Parts Europe staff reports that the show was a success and that showgoers enjoyed checking out all the represented brands. ■

The Parts Europe booth highlighted a number of brands, allowing show attendees a hands-on look at a variety of products.

Parts Europe sales representative Karl Lyren (left) explains the Inventory App to a customer.

The Scandinavian dream team: (From left) Sebastian Malmberg, team coordinator sales and customer service Scandinavia; Milan Palacios Benden, event coordinator; Karl Lyren, sales representative Sweden; Xavier Williart, sales manager Europe; Peder Haellsten, sales representative Sweden; Tor Erik Westbye, sales representative Norway; Roger Lyren, country sales manager Scandinavia; Ulrik Nielsen, sales representative Denmark.

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A great display of that S&S Cycle V-twin power attracted many visitors.

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isitors from far and wide attended the Motorcycle Show in Helsinki to see the new 2018 motorcycle models, and a wide range of new products – many of which were on display in the Parts Europe booth.

The show attracted about 60,000 visitors over a threeday period, and featured such events as test rides and freestyle motocross shows.

The Parts Europe booth at the Motorcycle Show Finland before the show opened, and once the crowds were let in.

Active now in Finland for seven years, Parts Europe attended this show to build on the success it’s had in the country, and to continue to strengthen its relationship with dealers and consumers.

The Parts Europe booth featured such vendors as AFX, Drag Specialties, Icon, Moose Racing and Thor, as well as more than 30 other brands.

A custom Kawasaki motocross bike was outfitted with products from Spark and Gilles Tooling, while a custom BMW R nineT had parts from J.W. Speaker and Roland Sands Design.

Both show bikes attracted a number of visitors who met with Parts Europe sales reps to learn more about the products, and how to find them at their local Parts Europe dealer.

The off-road and snowmobile segments are very big in Scandinavia.

Parts Europe was sure to have plenty of products on display to cover those markets.

The powersport business in Scandinavia is based on personal relationships, and many dealers traveled long distances to learn the latest about industry news and products at the shows. Parts Europe says it is committed to attending these shows to keep those relationships strong. ■

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The Parts Europe catalogs are very important for showing attendees the company’s huge range of products.

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rom hard parts to hardy racewear, Moose Racing has riders covered for the new riding season. The company has introduced a host of new products just in time for riders to stock up before heading out to the track or trail.

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The new products join an already extensive list of off-road parts, accessories and apparel that are available from Moose Racing through Parts Europe. Moose Racing is an off-road specialist company that got its start in 1986, producing hard parts for off-road motorcycles.

The M1.3 boots are the next step in the evolution of the M1 boot line. The chassis is constructed with polyurethanecoated synthetic leather that is both abrasion resistant and flexible. On the inner calf, a heavyweight suede leather guard improves abrasion and heat resistance. The shin, ankle and footplates have reinforced TPU panels, which are engineered to improve stability without sacrificing mobility.

In the past 30-plus years, Moose Racing has dedicated itself to providing off-road riders and racers with high-quality, high-performance products while keeping prices competitive. Parts Europe carries thousands of Moose Racing items.

In the apparel department, Moose Racing produces off-road and adventure-touring apparel, base layers, knee guards, boots, rain wear and a host of other products. The hard parts line is even more extensive, with products ranging from bolt-on parts to necessities for any racer’s pit.

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In the off-road apparel category, Moose Racing has introduced the new M1.3 boots, the new XCR goggle line and updated colorways in the popular M1 collection of pants and jerseys.

Inside, soft EVA foam reinforces impact areas without compromising comfort, while a rigid steel shank-reinforced sole eliminates flex and provides superior foot support. An integrated internal lace loop system keeps the boots firmly in place while the polyester inner lining wicks moisture and keeps the boots from getting damp.

As for the design of the M1.3 boots, the low-profile compact lower toe box improves brake feel and the ability to shift.

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The multi-layer synthetic rubber outsole will last a long time while providing superior grip. The M1.3 boots are tested and certified according to European standard EN 13634:2015.

The XCR goggle is an all-new product from Moose Racing.

The bold styling includes a large eye port for maximum visibility coupled with an optically pure polycarbonate lens that is coated to provide a scratch-resistant, anti-fog surface.

The frame of the XCR goggle is an injected polyurethane material that provides both flexibility and durability. Ventilation on the frame helps release hot air and cuts down on perspiration. One of those vents is on top of the integrated nose guard, which offers maximum roost coverage.

The frame is lined with soft multi-density foam with a fleece backing for comfort. The foam also assists with moisture management and provides a barrier to keep out dirt.

The XCR goggle stays in place with an elastic strap backed by a tacky silicone print for extra security. The strap feeds through an outrigger system on the frame that is designed to create a consistent seal and a balanced fit.

Riders get to make a few choices when deciding which XCR goggles to go with. The two different designs include Hatch and Camo. Hatch has a prominent Moose Racing logo on the elastic strap, while the Camo option has a stylized “M” built into the graphics. The Hatch option comes in black/hi viz, black/orange, blue/red and green/yellow. Meanwhile, the Camo colors include green/black, yellow/orange, blue/ orange and black.

Dealers can now offer riders more color choices when it comes to Moose Racing’s M1 off-road apparel, too. The jerseys and pants in the line have new spring colorways of orange/blue/black and pink/black/blue.

Those colors are in addition to the existing options of red/ white/blue, hi-viz/magenta, blue/black, black/hi-viz, red/ black, green/black and orange/black. Needless to say, there are plenty of mix-and-match options between the M1 racewear and the XCR goggles.

The M1 racewear collection features semi-ventilated jerseys and pants that are designed to withstand the rigors of both motocross and trail riding. Moose Racing utilizes polyester

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and nylon materials that have a heavier gauge, making the gear more durable and better able to handle any kind of riding condition.

cut in that area is oversized to allow an optimal range of motion while on the bike. The seat panel is reinforced, too, adding even more abrasion resistance.

On top of that, the M1 gear has triple-stitched seams, highdenier material in high-abrasion areas, full grain leather panels and high-quality fasteners, ensuring that every aspect of the apparel is as hardy as the material.

Like the M1 jersey, the sublimated graphics on the M1 pants mean that colors stay bold. A three-point waist adjustment system caps off the pants, ensuring a fine-tuned fit. Sizing goes from a 69cm to 94cm (28 to 38.)

The semi-ventilated M1 jersey has a polyester chassis with a V-neck collar. Its quick-drying properties combined with the ventilation ensure that moisture will be pulled away from the skin to keep riders more dry and comfortable, even when they are riding hard.

The M1 gear has the typical features of racewear, such as the pre-bent ergonomic design of the pants, but a nod to current style trends is also apparent. The gear has the more formfitting, athletic fit that is typically seen on top competitive riders. The integrated stretch panels are ideal for the slimmer fit, allowing a full range of movement without bulky styling.

The non-restrictive stretch mini cuffs keep the sleeves in the right spot, and the high-quality sublimated graphics will maintain their color after being washed. Sizing starts at small and goes up to 2XL. Moose Racing’s M1 pants feature a high-denier polyester chassis that has double- and triple-stitched seams. The knees have full grain leather inner panels for protection, while the

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DIRT AND BLING Moose Racing’s hard parts department has grown with the addition of several new products this spring, which range from ways to keep gear looking good to keeping a rider’s boots firmly in place on the pegs.

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If a rider’s M1.3 boots get dirty, Moose Racing has the boot wash/dry stand, whose simple but effective design makes it easy to hang boots out to dry. The boots mount upside down so that during washing, water cannot sneak inside the boot.

After washing, the boots can stay in place to dry thoroughly.

The stand is made of powder-coated steel for durability as well as the ability to withstand dirt, soap and water. A built-in carrying handle makes it easy to transport, even with boots mounted for drying.

On the same subject of cleaning up a mess, Moose Racing’s oil absorbing pads are perfect for soaking up drips and spills.

They can be kept on hand in the shop, under stored vehicles, under dirty tools and under engine components that are being rebuilt.

The pads will not absorb water, but they do absorb 13 to 25 times their weight in oil and related liquids. The 43cm x 48cm (17 inch x19 inch) pad can be wrung out and re-used, and the pads are sold in packs of five.

Another Moose Racing hard part that is new to the Parts Europe catalog this year is the bling pack, designed not to clean

up messes but to give a dirtbike a factory racer look. Each part in the pack is CNC machined aluminum for a perfect fit.

The contents vary depending on the application, but they include covers and other small high-visibility parts in factorymatched colors, including orange, red, green, blue, and yellow.

Moose Racing’s new Qualifier foot pegs are a two-piece lightweight design constructed from CNC machined aluminum alloy. The black base is topped with an extra wide replaceable stainless steel footplate to provide the rider with the ultimate grip.

The footplate sits inside a rubber damper, which helps to absorb shock. The foot pegs mount with the OEM springs, so making a swap is easy. Dealers can also order the footplate singly as a replacement piece.

Moose Racing offers installation guides on its website, making hard part swaps quick and easy for dealers and riders alike. ■

»» Talk to your Parts Europe rep about all of the new products from Moose

Racing, and how the company can outfit your off-road riders as well as their motorcycles. You can also visit www.mooseracing.com for more info.

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Introducing the new Hypercharger ES

Kuryakyn’s Hypercharger ES features state-of-the-art electronic throttle-response butterfly engagement for precise movement.

This eliminates the vacuum-operated fluttering of previous models.

An integrated servomotor connects to the coil to actuate the butterflies smoothly and precisely with every twist of the throttle. This feature eliminates the inconsistent vacuum operation of previous Hypercharger models, creating an interactive experience between rider, motorcycle, and air cleaner.

Current availability includes fitment for Milwaukee-Eight Softail and Touring, as well as Twin Cam models.

“Our goal was to build on the heritage established through one of the industry’s most recognizable products,” says Kuryakyn industrial design manager Michael Bates. “We built around the framework of the original, with the most recognizable feature being the blowerstyle butterflies. Our team came up with rock-solid servomotor componentry, and then collectively completed thousands of testing miles to ensure it not only functioned properly, but also delivered on the promise of better performance.”

Accessory Classic Faceplate kits transform Hypercharger ES styling in minutes.

Additional performance upgrades for the ES include a new Kuryakyn-designed high-flow K&N filter with larger surface area than the original Hypercharger filter. The larger filter element offers approximately 10 percent more airflow, improved CFM rating, and utilizes a unique end cap with an internal stinger design to direct concentrated airflow into the throttle body.

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The radical new design is precision engineered with what Kuryakyn refers to as electronic throttle-response butterflies.

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Protecting all that state-of-the-art technology is the Hypercharger ES’ modern, aggressively styled modular housing constructed from high-quality A380 aluminum. Available in three finish options, the modular design allows users to easily alter the ES’ styling with Kuryakyn’s Classic Faceplate Kits (sold separately) that completely transform the look in minutes.

“In designing the ES, we took inspiration from modernera muscle cars that emphasize muscular lines and an aggressive stance,” Bates says. “The Hypercharger’s lineage means a great deal to Kuryakyn. Our entire team played a role in developing the new Hypercharger ES, starting with design conceptualization and continuing throughout the testing phase in order to create a product that blends performance with style.” ■

»» Talk with your Parts Europe sales rep to find out more, and

for fitment information, additional photos, videos, and thirdparty dyno testing results visit www.kuryakyn.com/hyper.

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The Varial jacket and matching pants are newcomers to the Icon 1000 line this spring. This iteration of a hooded jacket started with a coated nylon chassis that has been reinforced with drum-dyed leather paneling on the sleeves.

The silhouette is what Icon calls “modern jogger” and has the company’s Sport Fit, which means that the styling is tailored without being tight or uncomfortable in a riding

additional abrasion resistance. There are plenty of storage options, with pockets that were designed specifically for a motorcycle rider’s stance. A slimmer version of cargo pockets, they provide a low-profile place to stash the essentials.

The Varial jacket and pants come in black, and sizing for both ranges from XS to 3XL. Like the jacket, reflective details on the Varial pants make a rider more visible. D3O impact protectors in the knees are stored in a three-position pocket so they can be adjusted for an ideal fit.

The Varial jacket joins the Basehawk as one of the understated options from Icon. The Basehawk resembles a

Icon’s new Varial hoodie jacket and matching pants offers your customers understated style, with all the protection and features for which the brand is known.

position. The streamlined Sportcuff keeps the silhouette looking clean.

Ribbed closures with YKK Aquagard reflective zippers keep a rider wrapped up, while three vents – two chest vents and one rear exhaust vent – maintain a fresh flow of air whenever it is needed. Outside, reflective trim details on the zipper, cuffs and rear exhaust vent increase visibility. Inside, a full complement of D3O impact protectors in the shoulders, elbows and back are there for any potential impacts with the asphalt.

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casual-cut fashion jacket with its soft-shell chassis, but the motorcycling cues include ballistic nylon overlays, select-grain leather panels and D3O impact protectors in the shoulders, elbows and back.

Other Icon jackets with hoods include the Merc, whose style evokes an Icon classic with its bold graphics and bright color choices. For riders who prefer adventuretouring and dual-sport style, the Raiden UX is a fully waterproof jacket with a hood and a four-way stretch HYCOR waterproof/breathable chassis. ■

»» Talk to your Parts Europe rep about the new Icon 1000 Varial jacket and pants, as well as the other hooded jackets available from Icon. You can also find more information at www.rideicon.com.

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LA Choppers has an enormous list of applications for cable kits for most HarleyDavidson models from 1996 to current. The kits come in several finish options.

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That is certainly the case when it comes to swapping out stock handlebars for something taller, which almost always requires a new set of cables to match the added height.

LA Choppers has an enormous list of applications for cable kits that keep handlebar swaps hassle-free for both Harley-Davidson dealers and riders. And “enormous” is no exaggeration: the company has cable kits for most Harley models from 1996 to current, including hydraulic and ABS models.

The custom cable kits come in a wide variety of lengths to accommodate a whole range of handlebar heights.

Each kit contains the correct length throttle, idle and clutch cables, as well as the front brake line with a chrome T-junction, fittings and banjos with copper crush washers.

In other words, each LA Choppers kit aims to take care of all the dominoes tipped over by the handlebar swap.

To make it even easier for dealers, LA Choppers built www.handlebarcables.com, a website designed to help navigate the fitment of the cables. Simply enter the year and model of the motorcycle, plus the handlebars that are being installed.

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inside the kit and individual replacement part numbers.

LA Choppers offers both a standard cable kit as well as a complete kit, which includes the electrical wire extensions. Both kits come in several finish options, including stainless braided, Midnight and black vinyl.

The traditional stainless braided kit has chrome-plated fittings, and the lines have a clear-coated exterior to enhance their looks and to protect them from abrasion.

The Midnight series kits come with the clutch and brake lines covered in a black smoke tinted coating with pure black fittings throughout. The lines have a graphite or carbon fiber look, which looks especially good when combined with blacked out controls and covers on the bike.

Black vinyl/stainless cable kits include a black vinyl clutch line and brake lines with chrome fittings, banjo bolts and crush washers.

And of course, LA Choppers has plenty of aftermarket handlebars to go with those cable kits. The mix of styles, heights and applications includes handlebars as tall as 48.5cm (19 inches), but not to worry: LA Choppers has just the right cable kit for that swap. ■

»» Talk to your Parts Europe rep about complete cable kits from LA Choppers. You can also get more info about the company at www.lachoppers.com.

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Thor and MXGP 2018 Premium Gear, Premier Series

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hen it comes to Motocross Grand Prix (MXGP), fans all over the world tune in to follow the performance of their favorite riders.

They not only pay attention to how they’re racing, but also to what they’re riding and – important for here – what they’re wearing.

The gear their heroes wear, what they choose to use and how they choose to outfit themselves, does not go unnoticed. Amateur riders and racers looking for any perceived performance edge, or simply looking to emulate the pros, pay close attention to the racewear kits and protective gear they see in MXGP. And the gear that’s consistently on the podium literally has Thor written all over it. This year there’ll

be ample opportunity to take a good, long look at it all, too.

Beginning with the MXGP of Patagonia in March, and not concluding until October with the Monster Energy FIM event in the USA, the 2018 MXGP season will be the longest one ever. Traveling with globe, there are stops in countries large and small and at every one of those stops riders will get a first-hand look at the gear the pros have chosen. This year, some of the hardest-chargers on the circuit all have one thing in common – they’ve prepared for battle with Thor.

Clement Desalle and Julien Lieber from the Monster Energy Kawasaki team have paired up with Thor for the 2018 season. So has Jordi Tixier with the new BOS Suspension

Monster Energy Kawasaki teammates Clement Desalle (left) and Julien Lieber will be flying the Thor colors in the premier MXGP class of the 2018 FIM Motocross World Championships.

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MXGP team. Evgeny “Bobby” Bobryshev has chosen Thor, as well, and all of this comes as no surprise. Thor racewear is designed by racers, for racers.

This is gear coming from the company founded by Torsten Hallman, himself a four-time Motocross World Champion.

By choosing to team up with Thor, Clement Desalle, Julien Lieber, Jordi Tixier and Evgeny Bobryshev are continuing a winning tradition that began decades ago. They’re poised to take up that challenge, to jump onto the podiums and grab those trophies.

Clement Desalle has already achieved a top-three world ranking for five consecutive years. With 25 MXGPs under his belt he’s had a combined 22 wins. A native of Belgium, Desalle began racing the big 450cc bikes when he was just 16 years old and, unfazed by the pack of famous competitors around him, quickly worked his way through the ranks.

Now 27, an unfortunate rash of injuries have held him back lately, but with his innate speed and skill he still raced to multiple GP victories in each of the last three seasons.

With the technical support and backing of Team Kawasaki and Thor, 2018 could well be his best season ever.

Desalle’s Monster Energy Kawasaki teammate Julien Lieber is set for a stellar season, as well. Coming over from

the MX2 ranks to the factory team for the MXGP class, Lieber had consistent finishes in 2017, even leading the championship at one point. Just 23 years old and a selected member of the Belgian Motocross of Nations team, Lieber is already working closely with Desalle and Team Kawasaki as he’s adapting to the top-class 450s.

Tixier, with the new BOS Suspension MXGP Team, will have Thor support throughout 2018 too. A former MX2 World Champion, Tixier will race the entire Monster Energy FIM Motocross World Championship aboard KTM 450 SX-F bikes, and he’s looking for great things from those BOS components.

Bobryshev is also contesting MXGP 2018 with Thor support. Debuting back in 2005 in MX2, Bobryshev has had a string of winning seasons with the HRC top team ever since. Fans, riders and racers can look for this big Russian to be right in the thick of the action throughout 2018.

The 2018 MXGP season is in full swing and with hardchargers and front-runners like this all flying the Thor colors there’s little doubt that your customers will be asking you about it. ■

»» Talk with your Parts Europe sales rep for all the details and checkout www.thormx.com.

Your customers will see the new Thor gear on some top notch riders – including Lieber and Desalle – as they compete at MXGP races around the globe, and they’ll likely come asking about that performance racewear.

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Metric Bikes Unite!

New Headlight Adapter Kits

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here’s no doubt that J.W. Speaker’s 8790 Adaptive beam LED headlight will change your customers’ perception of what it’s like to ride a motorcycle at night.

Now, J.W. Speaker has a system to retrofit that LED light onto more than a thousand different makes and models of metric bikes, including many of the popular bikes from BMW, Ducati, Moto Guzzi and Triumph.

Backed by J.W. Speaker’s decades of experience with high-end LED lighting, the 8790 Adaptive gives riders the ability to light up the dark areas of corners while riding through a bend. The high-tech 18cm LED light features embedded sensors that work to calculate banking angles while cornering. In real time, those sensors adjust and direct precise beam patterns to areas of the road that would otherwise be dark.

The company’s lineup of adapter kits will allow those Bonneville and Monster riders the chance to enjoy the increased level of comfort and confidence that many Harley-Davidson riders now count on. Not only does that 8790 technology seemingly bend lighting through turns, it also projects light further down the road, making those riders that much more visible to surrounding traffic.

However, up until now, the 8790’s high-tech features have only been available to V-twin customers, where that plugand-play ability to light up dark corners of the road have been met with much acclaim.

J.W. Speaker partnered with Motodemic, a custom motorcycle parts and accessory shop in California, USA, to develop the adapters because of the inherent problem of retrofitting LED lights into certain headlight buckets.

The heat sinks on the back of the lights make them too deep to properly fit. This has been an issue regardless of headlight diameter or brand, and now J.W. Speaker has solved this problem with its headlight adapter kits.

The adapter kits come in a variety of configurations, allowing the 8790 headlight to be installed on more than a thousand different makes and models.

The kits include everything necessary to get that 8790 Adaptive light installed so your customers spend less time setting up and more time riding and enjoying the light’s unique benefits.

It comes with nearly all the hardware, wiring harnesses and tools (except for a screwdriver) required to get the job done. There’s even a microfiber cloth on which the LED light can be placed to avoid scratching the lens.

J.W. Speaker offers 18 different kits to cover a variety of OEMs. They come in the following finishes, depending on the motorcycle — chrome, raw aluminum and black. ■ Now your metric bike customers can enjoy the unique features of J.W. Speaker’s 8790 Adaptive beam LED headlight.

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»» Talk with your Parts Europe sale rep about J.W. Speaker’s line of advanced LED lighting and adapter kits, and check out www.jwspeaker.com for more details.

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FMF is offering some great options for this machine. To definitely increase performance and overall ride-ability, they offer a complete dual exhaust setup. This bike requires two separate and complete systems – one for each side because of this new Honda engine configuration.

And, as much as FMF is committed to research and development of new products that match the OEM’s new models, they also work hard to keep their existing, popular, high performing and good-selling exhaust product line looking fresh and up-to-date.

Of course both systems have FMF’s internationally recognized Factory 4.1 RCT anodized blue Titanium mufflers with carbon fiber endcaps. And, don’t forget FMF’s patented Bomb headers. They, like the mufflers, are also duals (one on each side). There are huge performance gains with this system, a much better look, and slightly less weight.

Let’s start with those hot new exhausts, specifically for the 2018 Honda CRF250R. We’re talking a brand new model with that exciting completely new twin cam engine and dual exhaust port cylinder.

Next up of course are dual Factory 4.1 RCT slip-ons in anodized blue with carbon end caps for the new CRF250R. Designed to work with the standard headers – or with FMF headers at a later time to complete the system – these

s the new model year bikes are arriving at dealerships, know that FMF Racing has already been working hard on new products for those new machines. In fact, FMF has already developed, tested and produced those high performing exhaust products and they are in stock at the Parts Europe Distribution Center.

FMF Racing has a complete dual exhaust system for the 2018 Honda CRF250R, a setup designed specifically for Honda’s new twin cam engine with the dual exhaust port cylinder. Each side also has one of FMF’s power-producing Bomb headers.

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slip-ons are a simple to install and are a very effective upgrade to the performance and appearance.

For another new 2018 machine, the recently introduced Yamaha YZ65, FMF has already produced and shipped product to Parts Europe. Choose from the Fatty or Factory Fatty for the front pipe. For the silencer there is a choice of Powercore 2 or the quieter, Turbinecore 2.

For your customers who already own one of those popular FMF Factory 4.1 exhausts (any make or model year machine) there is now an easy way to give the muffler a new look and style makeover. FMF now offers replacement sticker kits in five different colorways.

FMF’s dual Factory 4.1 RCT slip-ons in anodized blue with carbon end cap will work with the stock Honda CRF250R header pipe and with FMF headers.

Not only can your customers color-match their riding gear to their bikes, they can also customize their FMF performance exhaust with stickers to coordinate with their factory colors. They can choose from red, blue, yellow, orange, or green. These replacement stickers are of the same high quality material and proper fit of the originals.

Along with this style and look upgrade for FMF’s race products, Parts Europe has the necessary replacement and maintenance items for all of the current FMF Racing products. Items like replacement end caps, muffler packing, retaining straps, inserts, O-ring kits, and more are readily available.

The best way to find these items is to use the FMF Racing website and then simply supply the proper FMF item number to your Parts Europe representative or convert it yourself using the secure Parts Europe dealer site.

These replacement stickers are a quick way for your FMF customers to upgrade and refresh their existing FMF exhaust, and color match to their riding gear or factory colors.

In addition to those newest model year bike exhaust products, FMF also has upgraded silencers for the popular Beta 2-strokes in the newer larger canister 2.1 style.

Last, but certainly not least, due to popular demand for their look and performance, there are also now Turbinecore 2.1 silencers for the older KTM 250/300s (2004-2010), Honda CR250 (2002-2007), Kawasaki KX250 (2003-2007), and Suzuki RM250 (2003-2008) bikes.

These are fully developed, power-producing silencers designed to give riders that extra edge out on the track or trail and, with slightly larger silencer bodies and high quality packing, they are a ‘sound’ investment (they slightly reduce decibels). These exhausts give these older machines a look and style upgrade to match the new ones.

Whether your customers have an older motorcycle or ATV and want to upgrade their exhaust, or have just bought a new machine and want to get the most from it, look to FMF Racing Performance exhaust products from Parts Europe today. ■

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Customers buying a 2018 Yamaha RZ65 can opt for FMF Racing’s Factory Fatty front pipe, and a Powercore 2 silencer.

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DRESS REHEARSAL Repsol Honda rider Dani Pedrosa gained confidence for his chase of a first-ever MotoGP world title this year with a secondbest result at the Sepang test.

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he big show is about to begin. No other type of motorcycle racing has a bigger following than MotoGP and the teams, riders and organizers are working hard to make sure that their 2018 series will be as good or better than any previous season.

In January, the full contingent were flown to Southeast Asia along with containers filled with the very latest racing machines to shake down their equipment for the year ahead. By that time, most major engine and chassis designs had been decided upon, but some final experiments were still possible before real racing begins at Qatar.

The testing included a stop at one familiar location— the Sepang International Circuit—where the Shell Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix is held annually each fall, and a new addition to the series—the Chang International Circuit—site of the PTT Thailand Grand Prix on October 7th.

On January 28th, the MotoGP riders were on the track

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The two tests in Southeast Asia could hardly be more different for Ducati rider Jorge Lorenzo. After posting the fastest motorcycle lap ever recorded at the Sepang circuit, he tumbled down to 16th best at Buriram, Thailand.

With 115 career Grand Prix victories, Valentino Rossi has a less-than-promising set of tests, finishing only 9th best in Malaysia and 12th in Thailand.

Some of the busiest people at the tests were the Michelin tire engineers, who monitored the tire performance of every machine on the track.

While most pre-season tests are private, the four-year-old Chang International Circuit in Thailand opened its gates to the public for a first look at the machines and riders who will make their debut later this year for the first MotoGP event there.

at Sepang for three days of testing. As it goes with testing, there was no prize money, trophies or points to be earned, but still there were winners and losers.

teammate Dani Pedrosa and LCR Honda rider Cal Crutchlow.

Pedrosa was ranked 2nd and Crutchlow 3rd at Sepang, while Marquez could only achieve the 8th best time.

The Ducati team has experimented more than any other in recent years with external wings on their machines and they seemed to have found a design that suits their pilots for the coming season. Former world champion Jorge Lorenzo struggled last season in his debut on Ducati, but he pleased both himself and his team bosses when he ended the test with the fastest lap ever achieved there on a motorcycle.

Lorenzo gave an encouraging assessment of his Sepang test: “The most important thing is that the bike is working, it is giving me a good feeling and is improved a lot of areas compared to last year. As I said on the first day, the bike has improved and is more suited to my riding style and I can take profit of my strong points.” Ducati riders Andrea Dovizioso and Jack Miller also had strong tests at Sepang, giving Ducati three of the top five positions.

The most troubled brand at the test was Yamaha. Movistar Yamaha riders Maverick Viñales and Valentino Rossi both complained of handling issues reminiscent of their problems in 2017. They finished the test in 7th and 9th place respectively with satellite Yamaha team rider Johann Zarco in 10th.

Honda had a satisfying test in Malaysia, but not so much from the reigning world champion Marc Marquez, but his

Two weeks later, the teams all relocated to Thailand for a first-ever test at the Chang International Circuit. Extreme heat and humidity welcomed the riders to the new circuit, as did a huge crowd of Asian racing fans who were invited to come see and hear the fabulous MotoGP machines in their debut on the Thailand track.

The Hondas of Dani Pedrosa, Marc Marquez and Cal Crutchlow continued to run as well there as they did in Malaysia. Pedrosa would end up at the top of the time sheets at the test, with Marquez up to 3rd and Crutchlow 4th.

Yamaha factory riders Viñales and Rossi continued to have

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difficulty getting confident with their 2018 machines. Viñales said, “We have the same problems as before and have to improve in all areas.” Rossi was even more pessimistic, saying: “The problem is quite clear, but is not easy to fix.”

The only bright spot for Yamaha was Monster Yamaha Tech 3 rider Johann Zarco finishing the test with the second best lap time, behind Pedrosa.

on the Chang circuit. He was a full second off Pedrosa’s best time, putting consistency back in question as it was in 2017.

Malaysia’s top performer Lorenzo lost his edge in Thailand, dropping from the top at Sepang down to only 16th best

»» Follow the 2018 MotoGP racing season at MotoGP.com.

2017 World Champion Marc Marquez along the front straight at the Chang racetrack.

The 25 year-old rider has already won 6 career world titles and hopes to add one more in 2018.

After the Thai test ended, the MotoGP riders and crews headed back to Europe to begin final preparations for the season, which will again begin under the lights at Qatar on March 18th. There will be winners and losers there as well, but this time it will really matter. ■

Movistar Yamaha teammates Maverick Viñales (25) and Valentino Rossi on the track together at the Sepang test. Neither found the pace they hoped for at the tests.

Valentino Rossi confers with Yamaha and Michelin engineers immediately following a run on the track in Thailand.

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Suzuki rider Alex Rins showed well on his Suzuki MotoGP machine, finishing the Sepang test with the 6th best time and 5th in Buriram.

Dani Pedrosa improved on his second best result at Sepang with the fastest time recorded at the test in Thailand.

Cal Crutchlow at speed in Thailand aboard his LCR Castrol Honda MotoGP machine.

Maverick Viñales at speed in Thailand

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ig UTVs and big jobs require tires and wheels that are up to the task. To meet that demand, Moose Utility Division has an array of products that keep UTVs rolling, even under the heaviest of loads. The company’s heavy-duty solutions have applications for nearly all of the largest UTVs in production, giving customers a wide range of options to suit their needs.

Moose Utility Division’s rigid tires are built to accommodate the heaviest UTVs on the market. The 8-ply radial construction is ultra durable, so not only can the tires handle the extra weight, but they are very resistant to punctures, too. Wide shoulder lugs protect the sidewalls from rocks and other hazards, offering an extra level of durability.

The tread pattern and the wide footprint combine to offer exceptional traction for going wherever the trail (or lack of one) might lead. The rigid tires are both E-Marked and Reach compliant for the EU market, while also rated for limited road use. The available sizes and part numbers are: P/N 0320-0932 0320-0933 0320-0934 0320-0935 0320-0936

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Moose Utility Division offers a range of aluminum wheel spacers that provide four-wheelers with a more stable stance, eliminate rubbing, and help with exhaust clearance.

an extra 1-inch, 1½-inch, 2-inch or 2¼-inch range. The spacers also eliminate rubbing against shocks, struts and exhaust pipes to offer better clearance.

Moose Utility Division carries a wide range of wheels, but for large-scale applications, the 420 X wheel sits at the top of the choices. The 420 X has a big 17x7 size, and it was specifically designed to handle the larger 17-inch tires in the UTV market.

Moose Utility Division’s rigid tires are built to accommodate the heaviest UTVs on the market and are very resistant to punctures, too. Wide shoulder lugs protect the sidewalls from rocks and other hazards.

Tire Sizes 28x10R-14 (59M) 30x10R-14 (63M) 28x10R-15 (58M) 30x10R-15 (63M) 32x10R-15 (66M)

For UTVs that require more stability, Moose Utility Division offers a range of aluminum wheel spacers. The spacers move the wheels out for a more stable stance, with

The wheel is rated for loads of 589kg (1,300 lbs.) and tested to high quality standards to ensure that it meets all requirements. In addition to that, Moose Utility Division X-rays every single wheel while it is on the manufacturing line to make sure that the wheels are properly made and are of high quality.

Just because the 420 X wheel is functional doesn’t mean it has to look like it. The stylish design comes in two finishes – gloss black or gloss black with a raw machined aluminum lip. The aluminum lip is accented with black bolts for even more of a contrasting look.

Dealers should note that center caps, each adorned with the Moose Utility Division logo, are included with each wheel, but lug nuts must be ordered separately. ■

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A Wide Range of Replacement Parts

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erformance brakes and clutches, custom foot controls and levers, registration plate holders, lowering and jack-up kits – they’re all popular sellers and TRW Moto has them.

cost-effective alternative.

One look through those Parts Europe catalogs will reveal a big range of parts and accessories bearing that legendary TRW Moto brand – including the above-mentioned items.

When any brake disc is changed the fastening bolts are often damaged. Manufacturers recommend new bolts and TRW Moto has those replacements. They meet all OEM specifications, they’re available for many applications, are produced from high-grade steel and come packed in the required quantities, pre-coated with thread locker.

You can start with the premium SRT Sintered Road & Track brake pads. For safe, precise braking in all conditions these pads are a first choice for the road and for fun laps on the track. Compared to OE the SRTs offer a significantly longer service life, and that strong, controlled braking is there for the life of the pad.

TRW Moto’s SP Edition racing rear sets are lightweight and designed for serious sport riders. Their filigree contours and black-anodized finish give any motorcycle an individual touch. Made from high-grade aluminum, they’re CNC-milled and come with a certificate of conformity (TÜV).

The rear sets are individually adjustable both horizontally

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Aftermarket Upgrades

TRW Moto has a broad lineup of replacement parts that are an upgrade from the OE pieces.

The range runs from clutch levers and brake pads to foot controls and rotors.

The sintered-metal TRW Moto compound is applied in a direct hot-pressing process. It’s a homogeneous pad structure for a constant friction value and fade-free braking throughout the pad’s thickness. And, all this comes with a light, controlled touch. The low-noise SRT pads also have applications across the board, and they’re compatible with OE discs as well as TRW Moto rotors.

TRW Moto brake discs for BMWs are now available with riveted floaters, just as used in the newest OEM designs.

For those who prefer to install the floaters themselves, TRW Moto still has conventional brake discs along with all the correct shims, curved washers and floaters for a

and vertically, the foot pegs are foldable and almost all the systems can be converted to reverse gearshift.

TRW Moto also has adjustable clutch and brake levers.

Available in two lengths and four colors, the ergonomics allow optimum control. The adjustment wheels are easy to operate even with gloves. There are two versions available – Street with a 80mm length and Racing at 50mm. Both are available with black, silver, titanium or gold finishes and come standard with a black adjustment wheel that can also be supplied in silver, titanium, blue, red or gold. ■

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CELEBRATING THE GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY

CUSTOM FROM THE START Drag Specialties continues to keep its dealers educated and up-to-date on new products. It does so with its two NVP Product Expos and nationwide training tours.

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hink about this: Harley-Davidson sold about 27,000 new bikes in 1968, and 50 years ago the American V-twin aftermarket parts industry itself was composed of only a few small companies offering a limited number of products.

How things have changed. Today we know there are nearly 250,000 new Harleys sold annually in the USA, and the aftermarket business is comprised of hundreds of small and big manufacturers spread across the world.

Heading the charge of that aftermarket business is Drag Specialties, the leading distributor of parts, accessories and apparel for those V-twins, and a company that commands a global network of dealers. Founded in 1968, Drag Specialties is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, a remarkable feat in the motorcycling world.

Custom products for customizing motorcycles, that’s where Drag Specialties got its start and its still what the company does better than anyone else.

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The company is recognized as the major player in the V-twin aftermarket. Five decades of dedication, hard work, savvy marketing and sharp business acumen has helped it become the industry leader it is today.

However, before it became a giant, Drag Specialties first had to become, well, a small company. With that, let’s take a quick look back at the company’s first 50 years.

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The beginning in this case would be the starting line. As the name suggests, Drag Specialties’ roots reach deep into the sport of motorcycle drag racing where company founder Tom Rudd competed on quarter-mile tracks with his modified HarleyDavidson Sportster.

By 1965, Rudd and his 77-cubic-inch Sportster were performing quite well in the A-Dragster class, and soon fellow competitors looked to him and two of his racing friends for help with their Sportster engines. About that same time, the trio of racers began building and modifying customers’ engines in their garage, turning a small profit although they had yet to form an official business with an official name; their goal was simply to earn a few extra bucks to help subsidize their racing habit.

As the story goes, one day a potential customer called Rudd on the telephone and inquired, “Is this Drag Specialties?” Without hesitation, Rudd replied that yes, it was, and the name stuck.

Even though the Drag Specialties moniker remained, the company’s philosophy of doing business soon changed. Rudd, who was a progressive thinker and businessman, one day suggested to his two business partners that they should build and market some performance and custom bike parts. The three young men took a vote and when the ballots were counted the tally showed one in favor of the parts business, two opposed.

It could have ended there, but Rudd was persistent and rather than give up he offered to buy out his partners. He handed over some cash and they turned over all rights to the name Drag Specialties. Overnight Drag Specialties transformed from a servicing company to a manufacturing brand.

A company is only as good as its products, so Rudd began developing a product line that he felt the fledging custom motorcycle industry

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would want. About that same time, the movie Easy Rider captivated a generation of young American motorcycle owners looking to convert their bikes to choppers. Rudd sought to tap into that demand by offering them cool parts, and called various small shops making parts to ask about distributing their wares through his fledgling company.

Small companies and bike builders such as Smith Brothers & Fetrow joined the Drag Specialties bandwagon, and soon enough Rudd began manufacturing and offering his own parts. The Knight Light, Coffin Light, Maltese Cross taillight, Dragtron air filter, and the wildly popular round rib pegs were among the first items to be listed. The product line itself targeted American V-twin and other bikes alike.

Eventually Drag Specialties published its first catalog that remained in use through 1972; the second edition reached dealers the following year. By then the company had expanded the product line to include oil tanks, handlebars, sissy bars and custom seats. There was even a division for polishing and chrome plating parts.

Naturally this growth meant more employees were needed to help fill orders, monitor inventory, ship parts and so on. Fittingly, early staffers included some former drag racers, among them Jim Preisler serving as general manager, and Scott Dale to help Rudd’s wife Penny run advertising. Another drag-racing veteran, Doug Douglas, spearheaded product research.

Rudd recruited from the non-racer ranks, too. Jim Betlach, who had promoted a successful custom motorcycle show in Minneapolis, MN, USA, was tasked with organizing what has grown to become one of the largest national sales teams in the motorcycle aftermarket industry today. By the early 1980s Drag Specialties was in top gear and making huge strides.

THE NEXT CHAPTER Then misfortune struck, and Rudd was prompted to sell Drag Specialties. By 1988 LeMans Corporation founder and chairman Fred Fox had purchased the Minnesota-based business and put it under his company’s umbrella.

The first order of business was to build the dealers’ trust, and so Fox called on industry veteran Carl Beard, who had previously managed the purchasing department under Rudd, to assist in guiding the recovery. Fox’s plan was to have Drag Specialties concentrate almost solely on parts distribution, and so all of the manufacturing divisions were dissolved. That is, all but one division — Drag Specialties Seats. Fox had plans for it.

Kevin Lehan, who had worked in the seats division since 1974 eventually was promoted to general manager for Drag Specialties Seats, a position he still holds today. All current manufacturing steps, including advanced techniques such as vacuumform molding and integrated foam tooling for shaping and cutting, were adopted to put Drag Specialties Seats at the forefront of the industry.

Lehan still has all the original tooling and patterns for those early seats, everything necessary to crank out the same models that were popular way back when.

Another familiar face who joined the company in 1974 was Tom Motzko. “I worked in the warehouse, helping ship parts,” recalls Motzko. “We had a warehouse full of 3-foot-by-3-foot containers filled with all sorts of new parts.” Today Motzko helps coordinate the product lines between Drag Specialties and the vendors supplying the thousands of parts the company carries.

Fox also directed the LeMans team to update the Drag Specialties Catalog, adding more and more parts each year, while improving the book’s

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thousands of parts within its 1,800-plus pages. The OldBook boasts more than 1,300 pages of products for all pre-Twin Cam models.

The largest parts catalogs in the V-twin market continue to serve as major tools for Drag Specialties’ international sales team, which is composed of experienced and dedicated people who, in addition to having a firm grasp of the market itself, are also V-twin enthusiasts.

In fact, the company counts as enthusiasts everyone from the workers in the Drag warehouses and upper management to that expert sales force and technical support team. They’re riding everything from Bobbers and choppers to full dressers and old Ironhead Sportsters.

For Drag Specialties, it’s always been about the ride, starting way back with Tom Rudd and his drag racing buddies. Today it’s no different. One of the company’s most popular events is the annual dealer ride, where dealers, vendors and Drag employees gather in riding hotspots throughout the country for some two-wheel therapy.

It’s been that way since those early days with Rudd and his drag racing cohorts, and it points to a company that truly understands its customers and vendors because they’re all about the same thing – riding motorcycles.

That level of enthusiasm has also allowed Drag Specialties to track, tend to That Drag Specialties truck is a and often lead the various motorcycling familiar sight at dealer events trends that have come and gone (and and rallies across the country. often returned) over the past 50 years.

It’s always packed with the Whether it was the chopper craze of the latest, greatest products from ’60s, the reality TV-inspired choppers of Drag’s popular vendors. the late ’90s/early 2000s or the diggers, pro-streets, Bobbers, Baggers, and other graphics so that dealers could locate part numbers more customs, Drag Specialties has always been on point with quickly and easily than before. the parts and accessories riders want.

Edge Advertising, which handles much of the marketing and advertising for LeMans, was tasked with giving the catalog a new and unique look. The hard work paid off each year as the catalog got bigger and fatter. Soon enough the production staff at Edge casually referred to the Drag Specialties Catalog as “the fat book.” As Edge Advertising’s Cheryl Rugland explains, “When we were meeting to discuss the 1996 catalog the name was brought up to Fred Fox and he liked it. That was pretty much it, and it’s been the FatBook ever since.”

INTO THE FUTURE No doubt Drag Specialties’ product line will continue to expand as innovative parts for Harley’s Milwaukee-Eight lineup find their way to the market. To make way for those new parts in the FatBook, all Evolution-model parts have been moved to the OldBook. The 2018 FatBook showcases

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Just as motorcycling trends have evolved, so has the business. While there are still a number of small mom-andpop shops going strong, the V-twin landscape now also includes larger high-end dealerships with sophisticated retailing operations.

The landscape of the motorcycling industry may have changed drastically over the last 50 years, but there are still a couple of constants and the wildly popular Drag Specialties Dealer Ride points to one major lasting element.

That element is the one thing that launched Drag Specialties in the first place is still there, the love of motorcycles and the desire to make them run faster, perform better and look good all along the way.

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Helmets Designed for the Scootering Crowd

The FX-46 features a inner, flip down smoke tinted sun shield.

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FX offers a wide variety of high quality helmets and designs, and the FX-46 and the FX-33 are made specifically for your scooter customers.

The FX-46 helmet offers a sleek European influenced advanced shell design constructed using a lightweight composite material. The flush-fit, side-coverless face shield is optically correct, compound-curved and scratch-resistant and protects against UV-rays.

To keep cool there are six points of aerodynamically designed flush fit ventilation with chin, top, rear, and unique side extraction vents for a total of two intake vents and four exhaust vents. This helmet comes with an inner flip down smoke tinted sun shield that is deployed via a left side slide lever for those bright sunny days.

More facts to share with your customers: This helmet model meets or exceeds both ECE 22.05 and DOT FMVSS-218 motorcycle helmet safety standards, the retention system is a Microlock featuring a quick release, a large-size FX-46 weighs just 1.50 kg., and the helmet is available in sizes XS-XXL. The FX-33 is another great scooter helmet featuring a sleek European influenced shell design constructed using

lightweight composite material. The aviator styled flip-up, flush fit, quick release, and single turn screw face shield will appeal to your customers for its great looks and ease of operation.

Additionally, this helmet model meets or exceeds both ECE 22.05 and DOT FMVSS-218 motorcycle helmet safety standards, so it is legal almost everywhere in the world. Another great selling point is the helmet liner, which is made with a special moisture-wicking nylon that is washable.

The final style call-out is the variety of colors and graphics that allows your scooter customers to match their helmet to their machine. A clear coat finish protects the paint and graphics.

The FX-46 and FX-33 are now available in sizes XS-XXL from Parts Europe. AFX also offers a complete line of street, full-face, open-face, modular, Dual-Sport, off-road, and Adventure helmets. ■

»» Ask your Parts Europe representative about the new FX-46 and FX-33, and see the entire AFX line of helmets at www.afxhelmets.com.

The FX-33 features a slick, fighter jet style design that offers a unique profile.

It comes in a variety of colors and graphics.

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New FX-33 SCOOTER helmet from AFX. Aerodynamic shell design with advanced lightweight poly-alloy. Standard features include a flip-up, flush-fit face shield, a hypoallergenic and antimicrobial liner, removable check pads and more. Available in 4 solid colors and 4 Veloce graphic colors.

GET IN TOUCH WITH YOUR PARTS EUROPE SALES REP TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HELMETS FROM AFX.

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Ready for the Road

New On-Road Collection Now Available

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hether it’s racing, Adventure Touring or urban riding, Alpinestars’ 2018 Spring Motorcycling Collection features a range of innovative products that deliver high levels of performance, protection and comfort. Now, Parts Europe is the place to find this gear.

First up is the SP X Leather Jacket. It is optimized for road riding and incorporates many protective features into its multi-material chassis. With extensive stretch panels for a close fit, this jacket offers high levels of mobility regardless of the riding position. Perforation zones and zippered air intakes on the torso provide internal airflow, while a removable thermal liner means this CE-certified jacket can be worn in cooler climates.

When it comes to protection, the SP X jacket has newly developed shoulder protection featuring over-molded guards layered under the outer fabric and internal CEcertified Bio-Armor shoulder and elbow protectors. The jacket’s protection can be upgraded with Alpinestars’ Nucleon chest and back inserts, available as an accessory upgrade.

The SP X jacket can be paired with the CE-certified SP X pant, also made from a multi-material chassis of full grain leather and extensive stretch fabric for excellent fit and movement. With an extended rear waist, a reinforced seat area, plus internal mesh lining, the SP X pant offers durability and comfort.

These pants come with Alpinestars’ CE-certified Nucleon KR-H hip protectors, which have advanced foam for impact and abrasion resistance, as well as internal CEcertified Alpinestars GP-R protection on the knees. The SP X also has external knee sliders for excellent impact and abrasion resistance – and the sliders are fully replaceable.

The Wake Air jacket and pant is a textile road-riding ensemble that incorporates plenty of ventilation for comfort and internal cooling. Thanks to extensive mesh panels for improved internal cooling, as well as CE-certified protection, the Wake Air jacket is dialed for sport riding performance and protection. The versatile CE-certified Wake Air overpant can be worn over a garment and has mesh paneling for breathability, knee protection, zippered gussets and plenty of fit adjustment options for comfort on the open road.

SP X JACKET AND PANT

Alpinestars has 16 new models of gloves for spring. The CE certified SMX-1 AIR V2 glove features a newly evolved chassis with a new cuff closure, padded fingers, and accordion stretch inserts.

RIDGE V2 DRYSTAR BOOT

Thanks to perforated leather and air mesh, the lightweight glove provides improved comfort and an innovative grip zone on palm and thumb for greater sensitivity on the bike’s controls. The SMX-1 AIR V2 glove is ideal for street and urban use, while the Stella SMX-1 AIR V2 glove is designed specifically for a female fit.

The lightweight CE-certified road riding Atom glove incorporates leather, stretch fabric and durable mesh for high levels of comfort, fit and performance. The Atom glove is ideal for city and urban use, with a convenient touchscreencompatible fingertip for use with smartphones.

WAKE AIR JACKET

The Ridge V2 Drystar® boot is purpose-built to provide your customers with high levels of performance, mobility and comfort. The boot features Alpinestars Drystar membrane for guaranteed waterproofing and breathability in wet weather conditions. ■

»» Talk with your Parts Europe rep about the newly available

Alpinestars on-road gear and check out www.alpinestars.com.

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EXHAUSTS

Pipe Dreams

Covering the 2018 Softail Lineup Rage systems are as popular as they are. And the applications now include the 2018 Softails.

Riders with 2018 Fat Boy and Breakout models have the Bassani Pro Street Turn Out Systems available for their bikes.

Another style, sound and performance favorite, these twin-pipe systems also feature stepped head pipes and their slim, 2½-inch muffler bodies come with turnout ends for a hot-rod look. Chrome and Black finishes are available.

For the new Heritage and Deluxe models, Bassani has a classic-style 2-into-2 system available. Once again there are stepped-headers here, and the system’s straight-can mufflers have slant-cut end caps.

Road Rage 2-into-1 in the Black finish

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arley-Davidson’s 2018 Softail lineup is bigger than ever, all of them powered by powerful Milwaukee-Eight engine.

Bassani Xhaust has custom pipes for all the new models, from the Street Bob and Sport Glide to the Heritage and Deluxe – everything is covered. The range includes the Road Rage 2-into-1 exhausts, the stainlesssteel Road Rage III systems, the pure-custom Sweeper Radius pipes, classic 2-into-2 set ups, and the Pro Street Turn-Outs.

Kicking things off are the most popular exhausts in the Bassani lineup, the Road Rage 2-into-1s. Available in mild-steel, stainless-steel, Chrome or Black finishes, with long or short megaphones and in standard or upswept styles, these attractive power building pipes are available in one configuration or another for the 2018 Street Bob, Lowrider, Slim, Fat Bob, Fat Boy, Breakout and Sport Glide.

They’ll all provide the power and performance riders expect from Bassani and deliver it with an aggressive exhaust sound. All the systems feature powerbuilding stepped head pipes, 1¾ inch to 17/8 inch. The stainless-steel versions are TIG welded and have partial heat shields to show off the tough, industrial look, and the 18mm O2 ports include 12 mm adapters and plugs.

Rounding all this out are the Sweeper Radius pipes for the 2018 Slim, Heritage, Fat Boy, Breakout, Fat Bob, Street Bob and Lowrider. Custom looks with stepped-header performance, the Sweepers have a great sound to go with their radical style and they’re available in Chrome, Black and Black with slotted heat shields. ■

»» Your Parts Europe rep can tell you more about all of this. So can a visit to www.bassanipipes.com.

Road Rage 2-into-1 for the 2018 Sport Glide

Sweeper Radius pipes for the 2018 Softails

The megaphone-style mufflers, standard throughout the lineup, feature a removable baffle, and the changeable end caps have a cool, reverse-cone style.

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Lightweight Protection Off-Road Performance Gear

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lpinestars’ new protection systems for 2018 build on years of product development and high levels of professional competition to offer motocross and off-road riders of all levels and age excellent performance and comfort.

Highlights for 2018 include the Sequence range of protection and the versatile Bionic Action Jacket, which is extremely lightweight and ventilated with CE-certified protection on the shoulder and elbows (level 1), back (level 1) and chest (level 2).

Alpinestars’ Bionic Action Jacket offers strategic protection without being bulky or impeding movement thanks to its ergonomically engineered design and build. With rigorous attention to detail, each protection plate and BIONIC ACTION JACKET

component has been developed to reduce weight while providing close-fitting body coverage.

The Bionic Action Jacket’s plates are contoured to the natural curvature of the body and incorporate airflow channeling to prevent heat build-up. All plates (back, chest, elbows and shoulder) are flexible and lightweight, and feature an innovative integrated grid structure that absorbs and dissipates energy forces across its surface during an impact.

The jacket’s back protector features three articulated plates to allow for greater flexibility and adaptive fit in all riding positions. The plates are designed to interlock in the event of a crash to reduce potential injury to the spine area.

All of the jacket’s protection surfaces are held tightly and securely in position thanks to the jacket’s Elastane stretch mesh body vest and elastic kidney belt system that gives a customized, secure fit. There is also a Youth Bionic Action Jacket version available, which was developed specially for younger or smaller-framed riders.

Alpinestars’ CE-certified level 1 Sequence Knee protector is ideal for racers and recreational riders alike. The Sequence was designed for a close performance fit, weight saving and streamlining. The protector plates feature the same innovative grid structure to effectively dampen impact energy and are constructed from a polymer performance blend for flex and mobility.

The interior of the Sequence Knee Protector has a strategically positioned elastic cup insert, which helps to protect the knee joint and helps promote improved fit. The knee protector plates are incorporated into a stretch Elastane sleeve to keep the protection securely in position.

SEQUENCE ELBOW PROTECTOR

The Sequence protection range also features a version for the elbow, sharing all the same performance benefits and ergonomics as the knee protector. Both have dual strap hook-and-loop grip closure that offers secure fitment, while allowing for unrestricted freedom of movement.

The straps include silicone pull tabs to allow the rider to conveniently close the protection while wearing gloves.

SEQUENCE KNEE PROTECTOR

SEQUENCE PRO SHORT

Alpinestars’Sequence Pro Shorts are designed for a close fit under motocross pants. These shorts feature a mesh main shell and perforated padding for high levels of breathability and air-cooling. Made from a technical stretch mesh, these shorts have a multi-panel, body-mapped design for compression support.

They also feature a newly developed multi-density chamois padding that provides comfort for various riding positions and gives unrestricted movement. The Sequence Pro Short has perforated viscoelastic inserts on the upper thigh and hip for additional coverage and fit. ■

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Keeping a Motorcycle Leak-Free

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he factory seals around a motorcycle’s shifter shaft and output shaft, too often out of sight and out of mind, play a pretty important role in the health and well-being of that motorcycle’s engine.

Obviously, their primary role is to keep an engine leak free, keeping all the oils and lubricants inside where they belong, not outside making a mess of everything. Just as important, however, those seals are there to keep water, dirt, dust or any other contaminants out of the engine, where that debris can do real damage.

When the shifter shaft and output shaft are perfectly sealed the oil stays cleaner longer, internal engine components lead a longer, healthier life and the motorcycle, along with its parking spot, stays cleaner, too.

In its development and testing of any gasket or seal, Cometic will carefully analyze the environment in which that gasket or seal will have to perform and the job it’s asked to do. They then spec the proper materials and required manufacturing technologies to produce a high-performing replacement.

Every Cometic gasket and seal meets today’s everchanging marketplace, and are compatible with modern lubricants and fuels. An expanded range of shift shaft and output shaft seals with a wide range of applications are the latest examples and Parts Europe has them all.

Along with those new shift-shaft and output-shaft seals ask your rep about Cometic’s new water-pump repair kits, as well. They’re available now and come complete

GASKETS AND SEALS

Sealed Tight

Cometic’s gaskets and seals exceed OEM specifications, they’re an exact fit and are easily installed. They help keep engines leak-free, and seal out any dirt, dust or other contaminants.

No seal, however, lasts forever. Over time a seal can dry out, crack and outright fail. The needed replacements, however, are as near as Parts Europe and a full lineup of new shaft seals added to the Cometic Gasket lineup.

Cometic’s gaskets and seals exceed OEM specifications, they’re an exact-fit and are easily installed. Just as importantly, Cometic’s gaskets and seals, all those shaft seals included, are manufactured from a comprehensive range of high-quality materials. They also employ advanced technologies like MLS (Multi-Layer Steel) or high-tech synthetic blends such as Aramid fiber when that’s appropriate.

with everything needed for a comprehensive waterpump rebuild.

Here again, all the oil seals exceed OEM spec, the correct water pump cover gaskets are included along with new impeller shaft bearings and all the drain plug crush washers and O-rings. Of special note are the primarycover gaskets designed to aid sealing on damaged, less-than-perfect surfaces. ■

»» Talk with your Parts Europe rep for more details and get further information at www.cometic.com.

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BATTERY CHARGERS

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Field Rescue

Battery-to-Battery Charging

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here are times where your customers are nowhere near an AC power outlet, but they need to charge a vehicle’s 12V battery. Sure, you can jumpstart a 12V battery from another vehicle, but if that battery has developed sulphation and lost its ability to hold charge, the “no start” problem repeats the next morning.

If a customer has a flat 12.8V-13.2V lithium (LiFePO4) battery, jump starting is risky. A discharged lithium battery can suffer serious damage if high current is dumped into it, especially the smaller four cell (2-3Ah) batteries now delivered standard in 2018 off-road motorcycles.

OptiMate DC to DC is a perfect and safe solution for any powersport battery, including 12.8V-13.2V lithium batteries. Hook it up to a 12V source battery (a customer’s car or van) and then to the flat 12V lead-acid or 12.8V-13.2V lithium battery — even a lithium battery with built in BMS (battery management system) protection.

The OptiMate DC to DC will automatically reset the BMS (if the battery has one) and then save that flat low-volt battery, charge it at 2 Amps, then test and maintain the battery. The good news for that customer impatient to ride, with a charge rate of 2 Amps they can start their motorcycle in a short while. ■ perfect travel companion for that dead battery emergency, trackside or on tour. Ask your Parts Europe representative for information and check out www.tecmate.com.

DE Laden der Batterie unterwegs und von Batterie zu Batterie Es gibt Zeiten, in denen Ihre Kunden nicht in der Nähe einer Netzsteckdose sind, aber die 12-V-Batterie eines Fahrzeugs aufladen müssen. Sie können eine 12-V-Batterie natürlich von einem anderen Fahrzeug aus starten. Wenn diese Batterie Sulfatierung entwickelt hat und dadurch ihre Fähigkeit verloren hat, Ladung zu halten, wiederholt sich das Problem und das Fahrzeug bleibt am nächsten Morgen stehen.

Wenn ein Kunde eine flache 12,8 V – 13,2 V Lithiumbatterie (LiFePO4) hat, ist die Starthilfe riskant. Eine entladene Lithium-Batterie kann ernsthaft beschädigt werden, wenn sie mit einem hohen Strom geladen wird, insbesondere die kleineren Batterien mit vier Zellen (2 – 3 Ah), mit denen 2018 geländegängige Motorräder standardmäßig ausgerüstet sind.

OptiMate DC to DC ist eine perfekte und sichere Lösung für jede Motorsportbatterie, einschließlich 12,8-V – 13,2-V- Lithiumbatterien. Schließen Sie das Gerät an eine 12-V-Quellbatterie (vom Auto oder Lieferwagen eines Kunden) und dann an die flache 12-V-Bleibatterie oder die 12,8-V-13,2-V-Lithiumbatterie an – sogar an eine Lithiumbatterie mit integriertem BMS-Schutz (Batteriemanagementsystem).

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Das OptiMate DC to DC-Modell TM500 (Teilenr. 3807-0339) ist ein perfekter Reisebegleiter auf der Strecke oder bei Touren, wenn die Batterie ausfällt. Fragen Sie Ihren Vertreter von Parts Europe www. tecmate.com nach Informationen und Service.

FR Comment la charge de batterie à batterie peut vous sauver en chemin Il peut arriver que vos clients n’aient pas de prise d’alimentation secteur sous la main alors qu’ils doivent charger la batterie 12 V d’un véhicule. Il est évidemment possible de faire démarrer une batterie 12 V avec des câbles à partir d’un autre véhicule. Mais si cette batterie a développé une sulfatation et perdu sa capacité à maintenir une charge, le problème de « refus de démarrage » se répétera le lendemain.

Si un client a une batterie au lithium 12,8 V-13,2 V (LiFePO4) déchargée, il est risqué d’utiliser une batterie auxiliaire. Une batterie au lithium déchargée peut être gravement endommagée si on y injecte un courant élevé, en particulier les batteries à 4 cellules plus petites (2-3 Ah), qui sont aujourd’hui livrées de manière standard sur les motos tout-terrain en 2018.

Le chargeur OptiMate DC to DC est une solution sûre et parfaite pour toute batterie destinée aux sports motorisés, y compris les batteries au lithium 12,8 V-13,2 V. Branchez-le à une batterie source de 12 V (la voiture ou camionnette d’un client), puis à la batterie plomb-acide 12 V ou à la batterie au lithium 12,8 V-13,2 V déchargée - même une batterie au lithium avec protection BMS intégrée (système de gestion de batterie).

»» The OptiMate DC to DC model TM500 (p/n 3807-0339) is a

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dervoltbatterie, lädt sie mit 2 A auf, testet sie und hält dann die Batterieladung aufrecht. Die gute Nachricht für den ungeduldigen Kunden, der fahren möchte, ist, dass er mit der Ladestromstärke von 2 A das Motorrad nach kurzer Zeit bereits starten kann.

L’OptiMate DC to DC réinitialisera automatiquement le BMS (si la batterie en a un), récupérera cette batterie basse tension déchargée, la chargera à 2 ampères, puis testera et entretiendra la batterie.

La bonne nouvelle pour le client pressé d’enfourcher son engin est qu’avec un courant de charge de 2 A, il pourra démarrer sa moto en un rien de temps.

L’OptiMate DC to DC, modèle TM500 (référence 3807-0339), est un compagnon de voyage parfait pour les cas urgents de batteries déchargées , sur piste ou circuit. Renseignez-vous auprès de votre représentant Parts Europe et visitez le site www.tecmate.com.

IT Carica della batteria su strada e da batteria a batteria Ai vostri clienti sarà probabilmente capitato di dover caricare la batteria da 12 V del loro veicolo ma di non disporre di una presa elettrica CA nelle vicinanze. Certamente è possibile far ripartire una batteria da 12 V da un altro veicolo, ma se la batteria ha sviluppato solfatazione e ha perso la sua capacità di mantenere la carica, il problema di “mancato avviamento” si ripeterà la volta successiva.

Se si utilizza una batteria al litio da 12,8 V-13,2 V (LiFePO4) scarica, l’avviamento da un’altra batteria potrebbe essere rischioso. Una batteria al litio scarica può subire gravi danni se viene caricata a corrente elevata, in particolare se si tratta di batterie a quattro celle

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più piccole (2-3 Ah) attualmente in dotazione standard con i motocicli fuoristrada del 2018.

The OptiMate DC to DC battery charger

OptiMate DC-DC è una soluzione perfetta e sicura per qualsiasi batteria per sport motorizzati, comprese le batterie al litio da 12,8 V-13,2 V. Collegalo a una batteria di alimentazione da 12 V (auto o furgone) e quindi alla batteria al piombo-acido da 12 V o al litio da 12,8 V-13,2 V scarica oppure a una batteria al litio con protezione BMS integrata (sistema di gestione della batteria).

OptiMate DC-DC ripristina automaticamente il BMS (se presente nella batteria), quindi recupera la batteria a bassa tensione scarica, la carica a 2 Amp, la testa e ne effettua il mantenimento. La buona notizia per quei clienti impazienti di ripartire è che ora è possibile avviare il motociclo in breve tempo grazie a una velocità di carica di 2 Amp. Il modello OptiMate DC-DC TM500 (p/n 38070339) è un compagno di viaggio perfetto per recuperare batterie fuori uso in situazioni di emergenza, su strada o in viaggio. Chiedete al vostro rappresentante Parts Europe e visitate il sito www.tecmate.com.

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COMPANY PROFILE

A Grip on History

From Buffalo Horns to Rubber

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riginally founded as Plastiche Cassano Srl, most people around the world now know the company as ProGrip, a manufacturer of high-quality motorcycle grips for decades.

Started by Francesco Assaghi, the grandfather of the current owners, this family business was originally launched in 1925 and was located in Cassano Magnago, just outside of Milano, Italy.

In the 1920s and 1930s, Plastiche Cassano specialized in the production of handlebar grips made with buffalo horns, which were boiled, dried and turned on lathes. The bicycle and motorcycle industries were in their infancy and Plastiche Cassano was supplying grips to both. Immediately after World War II, the first handlebar grips in plastic, Bakelite and acetate were produced.

In those days the production capacity was of about 1,000 pairs of grips per day.

Since those early days, ProGrip has continually expanded its operations. Today ProGrip produces more than 200,000 grips per day, and 70 percent of the company’s products are exported worldwide.

With decades of experience in all aspects of motorcycling, ProGrip offers a wide range of high-quality grips. The manufacturing process starts with the raw materials purchased from highly reliable suppliers, offering great quality.

ProGrip has come a long way since its grips were made from buffalo horns. The company’s big lineup includes grips for all forms of powersports activities.

It should be noted that theses raw materials comply with the European standard safety standards EN/71 (non-toxic materials). ProGrip carries out a rigorous control on the quality of the raw material, both in the company and in specialized laboratories that issue quality certificates.

The production process is performed according to strict written rules that are distributed to all the company’s staff staff.

From the production of the molds to the operations of the shipping department, everything is planned and checked scrupulously.

The quality control of the products takes place twice — the first check is carried out during the production phase, when each operator has the obligation to control every single piece produced. For every 100 pieces, these operators must check the aesthetic and dimensional features with specialized tools.

The second quality control takes place before packaging the products, when an operator performs a further check of the size and finish of the pieces for each individual box.

This attention to detail allows ProGrip to offer a high-quality product at a reasonable price for your motorcycling customers. In addition to grips, ProGrip also offers items like off-road goggles, which are used by many MXGP riders.

Parts Europe also carries ProGrip’s goggles with the roll-off goggles system, another favorite of racers, both professional and amateur. ■

Parts Europe also stocks a broad range of goggles from ProGrip.

»» Talk to your Parts Europe representative to learn more about ProGrip and visit www.progrip.com for further details.

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y now the 2018 FatBook and the 36-page Rinehart Racing catalog are out and available.

Take a good look at both. Designed by NASCAR and INDYCAR veteran Gerald Rinehart, those Rinehart Racing exhaust systems have been popular with motorcycle riders in the U.S. for years. Parts Europe now has them and riders need to know it.

Gerald Rinehart’s racetrack-honed passion for performance has led to a whole assortment of Harley-Davidson and Indian Motorcycle pipes, mufflers and full systems. They feature innovations like proprietary anti-reversion technology, and advancements in baffle configuration.

Milwaukee-Eight powered Softails and the 4½-inch slipons just for the 2018 Fat Bob. Delivering all the sound, performance and quality upgrades to the Milwaukee-Eight that Rinehart Racing slip-ons have served up for previous engines, the new 3½-inch slip-ons bring old-school Harley-Davidson feel with a classic appearance to the newest Softails.

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Performance Slip-Ons

Applications cover the Slim, Lowrider, Street Bob, Break-

There is even that powerbuilding stepped-header design that Rinehart first used in car racing. (With stepped-headers it’s not just the pipe size that matters; equally important is where those size changes take place.) All this experience and know-how has made Rinehart Racing a major player in the aftermarket performance exhaust industry.

Rinehart Racing has a number of exhausts – slip-ons and full systems – for Harley-Davidson and Indian Motorcycles. Among that lineup are these brawny slip-ons for the 2018 Fat Bob Softail.

Let’s start with a set of Rinehart Racing slip-on

out, Fat Boy, Deluxe and Heritage Classic models and they all install with no special modifications required. Simply replace the stock mufflers with the Rineharts and those Softails get all the sound, style and performance they deserve. Finish options include Chrome with Black Classic end caps, Chrome with Chrome Classic end caps, and Chrome with Black Slot end-caps.

mufflers. Slip-ons mufflers are a popular first step towards performance and Rinehart Racing has plenty to choose from. Good examples are a couple of the newest additions to the lineup, the Rinehart 3½-inch slip-ons for the

Rinehart’s slip-ons for the 2018 Fat Bob Harleys give those bikes the tough appearance, great sound and enhanced performance they need. Big 4½-inch muffler bodies have a factory-matched finish and they look great, sound fantastic and provide that Rinehart Racing performance boost. ■

»» Talk with your Parts Europe rep for all the details and get more information at www.rinehartracing.com.

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SUSPENSION PRODUCTS

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Suspension Expansion The Growth of YSS

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his year marks the first time that Parts Europe has offered YSS products to dealers, but the highperformance shock absorber brand is already well known. The YSS suspension components for scooters and motorcycles that are now available to dealers through Parts Europe have a history that dates back to 1983.

YSS (which stands for Your Supreme Suspension) was started in Samutprakarn, Thailand. The company grew significantly for nearly two decades, becoming a recognized brand in the domestic market. By 1997, YSS was poised to embark on a global sales and marketing drive, entering the markets in Asia, South America, Africa, Europe and the Middle East.

In 2005, YSS got a new partner in the form of noted suspension expert Harry Essen, who brought his extensive knowledge of shock absorber technology and design to the company. Essen helped establish a European center in the Netherlands for product development and technology transfer, a move that helped to greatly increase the YSS presence in Europe.

YSS continues to develop products by utilizing the latest research and design technologies. YSS says that its core values of “iRD2B” (Intelligent Information Technology, Research, Development, Design and Branding) go into every component.

To put its products to the ultimate test, YSS also develops suspension components in road and off-road racing series throughout the world.

Among the YSS products that Parts Europe carries are Top Line shock absorbers, which are high-performance gas shock absorbers with adjustable length, spring pre-load, rebound and/or compression depending on model. Parts Europe will also stock Eco-Line shock absorbers, which are high performance gas shock absorbers with spring preload, and oil shock absorbers for scooters.

YSS’s extensive product line means that there are applications for a lot of older-model motorcycles as well as modern ones. For example, some of the Top Line shock absorbers that YSS expects to be popular with European

Parts Europe now carries a wide range of YSS suspension products that cover a broad line of applications.

As YSS continued to grow, the company built a new factory in 2010. The modern, state-of-the-art production line gave YSS the ability to produce two million qualityassured shock absorbers per year, greatly increasing production as well as the available range of products.

Today, YSS has a product range of over 5,000 items that covers 2,500 models of motorcycles, scooters, ATVs, UTVs, cars and special-purpose vehicles.

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riders are those that fit the 1990-1993 Honda VFR 750 F, the 1983-1999 BMW K100, the 1999-2004 BMW 1150 GS and the 1978-1981 Honda CBX 1000. ■

»» Talk to your Parts Europe rep to learn more about YSS, their

extensive list of shock absorbers and the history of the company.

You can also visit https://yss.co.th to get more details.

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Parts for a Top-End Rebuild

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our customers’ next 4-stroke top-end rebuild should involve inspecting the valves, valve springs, and cam chains. In some cases, they may just need to adjust the valves with an adjustment in valve shim sizes. In other cases, they will need to replace their valve train components.

Replacing and maintaining valve train components doesn’t have to involve overpriced aftermarket parts, or cheap parts that leave quality to be desired. ProX Racing Parts offers replacement valves, valve springs, and cam chains, along with the shims and seals needed for reassembly.

To complete that valve train freshening up, ProX steel valve springs are available to accompany both titanium and steel valves.

Replacing the cam chain is always recommended when the top end is apart. A timing chain failure in a 4-stroke can be detrimental, which is why ProX has partnered up with Borg Warner in Japan to supply OEM quality cam chains. ■

»» Talk to your Parts Europe rep for more details

Some 4-stroke engines come equipped with titanium valves as original equipment, but the quality can be lacking. ProX titanium valves are forged in one piece for added strength, and are Chromium Nitride coated for surface hardness and temperature resistance that exceeds OEM standards. These valves are available whether upgrading OEM titanium parts or existing steel parts.

and check out blog.pro-x.com.

ProX has everything necessary for a complete top-end rebuild that’s an upgrade over the OE parts.

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For those who want to focus on longevity, steel valves are also available from ProX. ProX steel valves are manufactured to exact OEM specifications and tolerances, creating a more affordable, high-quality alternative.

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Keep the Essentials On Hand

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otion Pro’s tool lineup is big. You name it and you’ll likely find it. The range includes many specialty tools, the kind of equipment pro shops use.

There are spinner versions, ball-end hex wrenches, socket drivers, T-Handle bit drivers, Y-drives and more.

The Motion Pro tire tools also have wide appeal. Things like the Pro Fill air-chuck gauge, the Enduro Pro tire-iron set and the Classic and Ergo spoke wrenches are all fast movers. Motion Pro’s chain tools, things like the SlackSetter Pro, the master-link clip pliers and the chain breaker/ press/riveting tools all fall into that list of essentials. ■

However, there are also those everyday essentials, the tools that all riders – street, dirt or track – need. These are the tools that belong in every toolbox or pouch, and are good to have in stock, ready for a quick sale.

»» Talk to your rep, set up a display of the

Your Parts Europe rep can help make the selections here, and a Motion Pro slat-wall display can show it off. For a good start it’s hard to beat the basics, such as an assortment of Motion Pro T-Handle Wrenches, for instance.

Motion Pro essentials. For more ideas and a look at everything Motion Pro offers visit www.motionpro.com.

Tools like the SlackSetter Pro and the Pro Fill air-chuck are good to have on hand for a quick sale.

Motion Pro’s display is a good place to showcase all those everyday essential tools and equipment favored by many home mechanics.

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Start with a Bike Makeover

it could be a brand-new set of forward controls, custom pegs or floorboards.

New levers and hand-controls are another possibility, and so are custom brake calipers. Even something as simple as a new rear pulley and belt can bring a smile. BDL/GMA has all of this and more.

When customers come looking for new parts for the new riding season, point them toward the broad lineup of products from BDL and GMA.

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new riding season is here and once again riders are on the lookout for something new. For some that’ll mean a new bike, but for many HarleyDavidson riders it’s going to be a new look and feel for the one they already own. One place you can point these riders toward is BDL/GMA. That new-look can be as dramatic as an open-belt primary, something that’s definitely going to get noticed, or

No one’s left out here, either. Applications cover the entire Harley-Davidson lineup, all years, all models. Those eyepopping primary drives, for instance, are available for everything from the earliest Panheads and Knuckleheads to the newest Milwaukee-Eights.

The new master-cylinder and lever assemblies have cylinder-bore options of 9/16-inch, 5/8-inch and 11/16-inch bore sizes and there are perch-and-lever setups for cable-style clutches. All of these items are available with or without switch kits with momentary switches and chrome buttons. ■

»» This is the time of year riders look for something new, something to freshen up their bikes for the new riding season. Show them what BDL/GMA has to offer. Your Parts Europe rep can help here. So can the FatBook and a visit to www.beltdrives.com.

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Miles of Comfort Seats for the Long Haul

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iders come in all shapes and sizes.

Fortunately, so do Mustang seats.

The New England-based seat manufacturer is kicking off its 38th year of handcrafting quality saddles with new offerings for the 2018 Softail Heritage Classic, Deluxe and Fat Bob. Mustang’s seats are classified into three category profiles: Max, Mid and Low. Max Profile Mustang’s seats provide plenty of style and comfort for the long haul, seats provide the long-haul comfort that put and there are fitments for many of the new 2018 Harley-Davidson Softails.

Mustang on the map. And the new Standard Touring Solo & Passenger platforms are no tools via the driver seat’s built-in receiver. exception. Max Profile seats offer the maximum amount of foam cushioning possible. The proprietary controlled Mustang’s hand-stitched covers are made from high-qualdensity polyurethane formula requires no break-in pe- ity expanded vinyl that has the appearance of leather and riod, retaining shape and support even after years of use. durability to withstand harsh elements. Standard Touring solos for Softail Deluxe and Heritage models have a clasStandard Touring solos feature a spacious 40.6 cm (16-inch) sic pleated design with detailed gunmetal stitching and width for drivers, with matching 28 cm (11-inch) wide pas- black conchos for a cool retro vibe. The Standard Touring senger seats sold separately. The deeply bucketed design for Fat Bob showcases a unique trapezoid stitch pattern to keeps the driver planted in a comfortable cruising position enhance the lines of Harley’s aggressive modern cruiser. ■ and delivers a good amount of lower back support. Riders Talk with your Parts Europe rep for more on Mustang’s add on comfort with an optional driver backrest, featuring latest offerings, or visit www.mustangseats.com. full adjustability and easy installation/removal without

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Factory-Team Technology for Everyday Riders

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nother year of racing brings another year of exciting new machines under race team tents.

Factory and private teams alike equip their bikes with highly advanced and high-performing parts. While there are a lot of amazing looking parts on the outside of the motorcycles, some of the most impressive technology can be found inside the engine.

Wiseco’s Racer Elite piston line brings factory team level technology to the powersports market. In testing, the Wiseco Racer Elite 4-stroke pistons reduced blow-by by almost 40 percent, and netted a 2.9hp gain.

Racer Elite pistons are CNC machined billet aluminum, featuring an asymmetrical skirt design. This means there is less skirt material on the minor thrust side of the piston, resulting in less unneeded material, lower friction, and less weight. Asymmetrical skirts have been used frequently in the automotive racing world, but are being introduced to powersports with Racer Elite pistons.

Performance increases with the Racer Elite is also attributed to the ultra-flat piston ring groove and lapped compression ring. The ring grooves are precision machined for extreme flatness, and the compression rings

are lapped for a flatter surface, which allows for a more efficient compression seal.

Racer Elite piston kits come complete with piston, rings, circlips, and a DLC coated wrist pin, and are available for popular 4-stroke dirt bike applications. ■

»» Talk to your Parts Europe rep for more details and check out http://blog.wiseco.com.

Wiseco’s Racer Elite 4-stroke pistons bring factory team level technology to your customers’ powersports vehicles.

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Guard Against Mud, Sand and Stones

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ud, sand and stones are a regular part of most of the off-road and motocross events in which your customers compete. Some of these races are long events that take a toll on the machine, and one particularly vulnerable item on the motorcycles are the radiators.

Shrouds and louvers usually protect them, but often the difference between winning and losing, or even finishing is just one more level of protection. That’s where Hurly Racing Parts comes into the picture.

Hurly Racing protective radiator covers are designed to shield your customer’s radiators from the mud, sand and stones riders encounter on the track and trail. They’re made from a fine, but very strong fabric mesh and they feature two elastic bands that loop around the top and bottom of each radiator louver.

These Hurly Racing protective radiator covers are available for most motocross and Enduro machines, and have been employed by many top teams. They are quick and easy to install and are sold in pairs.

Hurly Racing has many other outstanding products to offer your customers. Their mats are another good example.

These mats protect the ground and therefore the environment, as they absorb oil, coolant, and dust from machines as they are being worked on or serviced.

Hurly Racing protective radiator covers are designed to shield your customer’s radiators from the debris riders encounter on the track and trail. They come either as a strong fabric mesh for sand and rocks, or in silicone for mud riding.

These are very popular in MXGP, and are especially useful on muddy or sandy tracks.

They’re also popular with Enduro riders who are always searching for ways to keep their motorcycles running cooler for longer. These radiator protectors are offered in two models, the sand model and the mud model, which is made of silicone.

Hurly Racing protective radiator covers are mounted in front of the radiators where the most protection is needed. The sturdy mesh fabric does not reduce the air permeability, but filters dirt effectively and allows the radiators to continue doing their job of cooling the engine.

Hurly Racing’s mats absorb oil, coolant, and dust from machines as they are being worked on or serviced. They’re also great for catching washers, nuts, and bolts.

The covers are simply hung in front of the radiator by means of the attached elastic bands. Due to the loosely suspended fabric and the “knocking effect” caused by the machine’s vibration and movements, a partial automatic self-cleaning of the nets takes place while riding.

This means that the mud or sand that can often cake up and clog your customer’s radiators is easily shaken off or knocked off, thus allowing the radiator to function better and the motorcycle to keep running cooler.

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They’re also great for catching washers, nuts, and bolts that sometimes fall during work and easily get lost. Hurly Racing mats are easy to clean, with a rubbery bottom which helps make them anti-slip and UV resistant.

Your customers who like to work on their own motorcycle will appreciate the added convenience a Hurly Racing mat offers in the garage or at the track. ■

»» Talk to your Parts Europe representative to learn more about Hurly Racing Parts and visit www.hurly.it for more details.

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FMF TURBINECORE 2.1 SPARK ARRESTOR SILENCERS The latest generation 2-stroke performance silencers from FMF The 2.1 utilizes a new shape inspired by the 4.1 system Utilizes exclusive FMF “Turbine Dampening System” U.S. Forest Service legal status The straight-through design of the spark arrestor canister and the performance flow stainless steel end cap ensures strength, durability and most importantly, track and trail proven unrestricted power

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POWERCORE 4 SPARK ARRESTOR SLIP-ON MUFFLERS Hi-Flo end cap boosts all-around performance Computer designed and dyno-tested for every 4-stroke application Enhanced sonic evacuation delivers a higher flow of exhaust gases, which increases power A stainless steel mid-pipe mates to the computer-designed rear can for lightweight durability Round perforated steel inner cores make for optimum flow, using hi-flo technology FMF’s exclusive cross-weave internal packing provides longevity and maximum sound dispersion Elliptical aluminum can offers strategic sizing for superior performance Optional Quiet Core insert will provide a decrease in sound level if desired Features a screen-type spark arrestor that does not interrupt exhaust flow or performance

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Q4 HEX SERIES SLIP-ON MUFFLERS The Q series features advanced engineering to precisely locate baffles and chambers to absorb sound Less sound equals more ground Power gains throughout the entire rpm range Spark arrestor included Pounds lighter than stock Rugged design for off-road endurance Meets FIM World Enduro sound regulations

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FMF FACTORY 4.1 RCT SLIP-ON MUFFLERS RCT (Resonance Chamber Technology) features a patented core shape that lowers decibels while maintaining maximum power output Internal ducts in the chambers of the RCT system increase internal volume for improved exhaust flow, resulting in power gains throughout the entire range of power FMF’s Factory Forward Engineering centralizes mass and is less prone to crash damage Innovative rear end cap features simple installation of tuning tip inserts or spark arrestor with the removal of four screws Compatible with stock header or FMF header QuietCore 94db insert included Spark arrestor included in muffler Available in natural titanium or blue anodized finish with titanium or carbon fiber end caps Meet AMA and FIM sound requirements

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FITS MODEL DESCRIPTION PART# SUZUKI RM-Z 450 18 Stainless steel slip-on muffler w/ carbon fiber end cap 1821-1857

Anodized titanium slip-on muffler w/ carbon fiber end cap 1821-1858

FACTORY 4.1 RCT EXHAUST SYSTEMS RCT (Resonance Chamber Technology) features a patented core shape that lowers decibels while maintaining maximum power output Internal ducts in the chambers of the RCT system increase internal volume for improved exhaust flow, resulting in power gains throughout the entire range of power FMF’s Factory Forward Engineering centralizes mass and is less prone to crash damage Innovative rear end cap features simple installation of tuning tip inserts or spark arrestor with the removal of four screws QuietCore 94db insert included Spark arrestor included in muffler Feature titanium PowerBomb header and midpipe, except where noted Available in natural titanium or blue anodized finish with titanium or carbon fiber end caps Meet AMA and FIM sound requirements

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FITS MODEL DESCRIPTION PART # SUZUKI RM-Z450 18 System w/ Megabomb stainless steel header and carbon fiber end cap 1820-1818

System w/ Megabomb titanium header, anodized w/ carbon fiber end cap 1820-1819

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ALPINESTARS AVIATOR JERSEY Lighweight, vented polyfabric main chassis construction for moisture-wicking performance and fit Cut longer in the rear area for compatibility with Alpinestars MX pants Stretch collar neck construction for fit and comfort Fitted wrist cuffs for an optimized fit Available in navy/black/gold

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AVAIATOR MX PANTS Durable poly-fabric and nylon construction that is PU coated for additional strength and durability Large rear stretch panel insert provides increased comfort and flexibility to the waist and lower back Heavy poly-fabric reinforcement on the seat area and inner leg panels for superior abrasion resistance Innovative 3D knee panel construction and hidden expansion panel designed to accommodate knee protectors Leather-reinforced inner leg panels for heat resistance, grip and comfort Extensive lightweight and ventilated mesh with stretch panel inserts for a better fit Ratchet closure with dual-waist adjustment pull-tabs for a secure, personalized fit Pre-curved ergonomic leg construction for improved fit and performance in the riding position Available in navy/black/gold in men’s U.S. even waist sizes listed

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S8 AVIATOR GLOVES Stretch fabric top for excellent flexibility and fit Single-piece Clarino palm for reduced material construction to promote better grip and feel for the bike’s controls Reinforced thumb area for durability and seam stability Internal silicone gel padding on fingers for comfort and fit Palm features localized perforations to prevent heat build-up Pre-curved finger shaping and finger gussets to reduce fatigue and mobility Finger fourchettes feature seamless one-piece stretch fabric to avoid irritation Innovative stretch insert in abductor (palm and thumb) for improved movement and lever control Wrist features thermoplastic rubber (TPR) hook-and-loop wrist closure plus Neoprene for a safe, comfortable and personalized fit Silicone grip patterning on the first two fingers for improved grip and lever control Available in navy blue/black/gold

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TECH 10 AVIATOR BOOTS Full-grain leather with lightweight microfiber combine to create an impact- and abrasion-resistant TPU shell TPU shin-plate and hook-and-loop closure for a custom and comfortable fit Frontal TPU blade system engineered to prevent frontal hyperextension and provide greater flex control Lateral flex zone design helps prevent tortion and provides front and rear flexion support TPU constructed medial-facing panel with rubber insert provides maximum grip contact with bike and improved heat and abrasion resistance Contoured TPU calf protector plate offers impact resistance TPU rear blade system protects heel and features a rear guard to help prevent hyperextension Extensive TPU protection on toes, foot, heel, ankle, calf and shin with extra-hard compounds on the toe-box, heel and Achilles tendon Polymer buckles with aluminum frames in self-aligning, quickrelease closures for a personalized and secure fit Metal shank reinforced TPU lower shell provides reinforcement for toes as well as abrasion and impact resistance Replaceable buckles Microfiber gaiter helps keep out water and dirt Poly fabric lining with 3D open cell foam incorporates antisliding suede reinforcement on heel area Seamless dual compound sole integrates into the multi-density foot base structure with built-in support; the sole provides superior durability and grip Tech 10 boot is CE certified to EN 13634:2010 Available in black/gold in men’s U.S. full sizes listed

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SIZE PART # 8 3410-2036 9 3410-2037 10 3410-2038 11 3410-2039 12 3410-2040 13 3410-2041

PARTS UNLIMITED TIRE RACK Cross bars approximately 178 cm (70”) in length Upright bars approximately 147 cm (58”) in length Side bars approximately 51 cm (20”) in length Optional caster wheels (PART #9903-0571) sold separately

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DESCRIPTION Tire rack Tire rack caster wheels

PART # 9903-0570 9903-0571

MOOSE RACING PRO LG SKID PLATES Made from high-density polyethylene construction 8 mm thick HDPE offers more protection than the standard Pro Skid Plate Full linkage protection 40% lighter than aluminum and no rattling Mounting hardware and installation instructions included Fitments for Beta, Honda, Husqvarna, KTM, Sherco and Yamaha models

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