Motul unveils USA-made TWIN oils range
In collaboration with former National Champion Roland Sands , Motul says it has “ created an engine oil for V-twins and twins of all kinds .” The TWIN program is a 100 percent synthetic line of products “ designed to achieve a new level of performance and protection for V- twins and twins of all kinds . Developed specifically for V-twins , Cafe Racers and cruisers , Motul says that their TWIN line will be made in the USA with USA-sourced raw materials . “ North America has the largest number of twin engine motorcycles in the world – nearly one out of every two bikes are powered by a twin cylinder engine ,” said Guillaume Pailleret , President of Motul USA . “ We considered the growing number of
vintage and classic bikes that are being restored and modified , and decided it was time for us to develop a product to support these riders . The Motul TWIN line of products utilizes all of our expertise of ester-based synthetic oils and adapts it for use in modern and vintage twin-cylinder engines .” Motul says their TWIN 20w50 engine oil is “ designed for high-performance street motorcycles , using a motorcycle-specific additive system which is developed to withstand extreme pressure and high heat and results in exceptional wear and thermal protection , even under extreme conditions . It is also compatible with all catalytic converters and oxygen sensors . “ Our TWIN 75w90 gear oil is a super heatstable GL-5 transmission oil perfect for
4-speed , 5-speed and 6-speed transmissions and gearboxes . Designed to go the distance required by modern maintenance schedules , this gear oil delivers increased protection for gearbox components and ensures exceptionally smooth shifting . Due to its fully synthetic base oils , it can handle much higher running temperatures when compared to other gear oils . “ The TWIN primary chain case oil and Motul TWIN gear and chain case oil for Sportsters is 100 percent synthetic with ester and uses a Motul-developed motorcycle additive system which provides excellent protection for primary drive chains , sprockets , clutches and baskets against wear . These gear oils deliver exceptionally smooth shifting and wet clutch grip even under harsh conditions . At the time of the launch , Roland Sands said : “ The TWIN line has been developed with the custom and high-performance twin-cylinder motorcycle in mind . We build quite a few twins every year and race high-performance twins on the street and dirt . Putting these machines through high stress environments in varying weather conditions , and using the expertise of Motul , we ’ ve developed a great collection of lubricants to meet the needs of both the hard riding and hands-on bike owner .”
Gear and Chaincase Oil Gear Oil 75W90 Motor Oil 20w50 Primary Chaincase Oil
DP Brakes extends front rotors program
DP Brakes has added to its program of stainless steel replacement front rotors for late model Touring Harleys . The pioneer and long-time industry leader in sintered metal braking technology , DP Brakes ’ rotors have proven very popular with dealers looking for a highquality replacement , and the company has now added front rotor applications for late Touring models . “ Since our introduction of OEM replacement stainless steel rotors for Harley-Davidson ’ s back in 2013 , we have seen excellent interest and demand for late model Touring front fitments from 2000 onwards ,” said Larry Mills , President DP Brakes and Clutches North America . “ Therefore , we felt it necessary to expand our line to cover 2014-2018 Touring front fitments for FLHT , FLHX , FLTRX and FLHR 2017-2018 , which will now complete our rotor line-up .” Distributed exclusively through Drag Specialties in North America , Mills went on to say that “ all DP rotors are designed specifically to provide the rider with improved feel , increased stopping power and an overall upgrade in braking performance .” They are produced from high-quality 410 stainless steel and 100 % laser-cut for precise fitment and Blanchard ( rotary surface ) ground for true flatness and an
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attractive finish . “ We are proud to say that all our rotors are ‘ made in the USA ’. The combination of our industry- leading sintered brake pads and these new stainless rotors will significantly improve the overall braking system of any Harley .”
DP BRAKES Lancaster , New York , USA Tel : 716 681 8806 dpbrakestm @ aol . com www . dp-brakes . com
MOTUL USA Inc Cypress , California , USA Tel : 909 625 1292 www . motul . com
Solid brass drag pipe tips
Manufactured by Paughco , these precision-fit solid brass exhaust tips fit 1 3 / 4 ” and 2 ” straight-cut drag pipes . Easily installed in minutes , simply slip the tip into the pipe , drill a hole for the retaining screw and secure in place . With two styles to choose from , the tips “ give a classy Old School look to any drag pipe equipped motorcycle .” Models available for 1 3 / 4 ” and 2 ” pipes are the Short Curve , Long Curve and Tapered . Sold in pairs ; Paughco , USA , www . paughco . com
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