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Bluetooth integrated
half-helmet
Introduced earlier this year, Sena Technologies says
its new DOT approved ‘Cavalry’ half-helmet is a ‘step
change’ in motorcycle audio and communications.
Rather than a helmet that can accept a Bluetooth
system, the ‘Cavalry’ comes fully equipped with
Bluetooth 4.1 technology integrated into the helmet
to meet the connectivity needs of those motorcycle
riders who prefer an alternate to riding with a full-
face shell.
Described by Sena as an “all-in-one helmet and
Bluetooth communicator,” riders can hook up their
phone, answer calls, listen to music and even hear
GPS navigation instructions clearly and use the built-
in half-helmet Bluetooth intercom to talk with up to
four other riders up to 900 meters (1,000 yards)
away. With up to 10 hours talk time, the ‘Cavalry’
Retro 43
Swedish suspension specialist Öhlins offers a 43 mm
conventional universal fork for any custom bike
builder who wants to give the bike “supreme
suspension performance.”
Featuring the familiar Öhlins Racing design in black
or the well known Öhlins gold version, inside the fork
is their proven and well known NIX technology,
which features compression damping in the left leg
and rebound damping in the right leg.
This allows for stable damping characteristics due to
positive pressure build-up and a more precise
comes equipped with HD quality speakers and is
engineered with Sena’s ‘Advanced Noise Control’
technology for wind noise reduction and a wide
volume control. It also comes with optional ear pads
in order to boost audio reception.
It can be linked to the Sena Smartphone App,
available for free in the iTunes App Store and on
Google Play, which will enable configuring of device
settings, creating FM radio and speed dial presets,
and to access their interactive Quick Start Guide. The
‘Cavalry’ is firmware upgradable and comes with
Sena’s two-year warranty.
SENA TECHNOLOGIES
San Jose, Ca., USA
Tel: +1 408 448 1997
[email protected]
www.sena.com
BOOTH#
1311
Paris, FRANCE
Tel: +33 (0)1 53 53 16 29
www.senabluetooth.com
Centurion audio
configuration system
adjustment, since the separated circuits don’t affect
each other - adjustment for compression, rebound
and spring preload are all easily and externally
accessible at the top caps.
The company says that “this fork delivers stable
characteristics while ensuring great bump
absorption to give the rider a smooth and
comfortable ride. The fork bottoms are delivered
without brake caliper and fender mountings, which
enables the fork to be easily adapted to various
applications and models by the bike builder.”
These forks have a 130 mm stroke, 800 mm length,
43 mm triple clamp diameter and 9.5 N/mm spring
rate with a range of optional spring rates available.
ÖHLINS RACING
Upplands Vaesby, SWEDEN
Tel: +46 (0)8 590 025 00
[email protected]
www.ohlins.com
BOOTH#
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
BOOTH#
458
TechnoResearch 2460
Best known for their tuning, fuel injection
management and diagnostics systems,
Royal Oak, Michigan based
TechnoResearch has added to its
‘Centurion’ branded program with this new
radio and speaker zoning and configuration
system that doubles as a diagnostic tool.
It programs aftermarket radio and speakers,
can activate intercom, Bluetooth,
navigation/compass, CB, rear speaker
switch, and more.
It also monitors engine parameters such as
RPM, TPS, battery voltage, engine
temperature, and allows the rider to read
and clear DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) for
ECU, TSSM, BCM, radio, speedometer and
ABS.
DRAG SPECIALTIES
Janesville, Wisconsin, USA
Tel: 608 758 1111
[email protected]
www.dragspecialties.com
www.AMDchampionship.com
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