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Touratech windscreens : “ more comfort , great looks ”
‘ Mask ’ vintage helmet
New for 2017 from Premier , the ‘ Mask ’ is a vintage helmet with added goggles and protective mask . With foam lined inner rims , the Lexan goggle lenses are securely attached directly to the shell ( elastic bands and buttons ) while the thermoplastic mask has a net fabric interior for dust protection - the mask is connected with the goggles by interlocking plastic buttons . The helmet shell has three metal buttons to allow attachment of the included classic peak ; the three-button visor is available as an optional accessory . The outer shell is
moulded in tri-composite DCA fibres ( Dyneema , carbon and aramid fibres ) with two sizes of variable density internal EPS liner . The anti-allergic , sanitised treated internal lining is completely removable and washable ; the sides of the cheeks are covered with red leatherette . Equipped with micro-adjustable buckle quick release , the
‘ Mask ’ conforms to ECE 22- 05 homologation .
PMR S . r . l . Gallicano / Lucca , ITALY Tel : + 39 0583 730310 info @ premier . it www . premier . it
Adjustable Nitron shocks for MT-10
Touratech says its in-house manufactured windshields offer “ better protection from the elements and boost the aerodynamics of a wide range of adventure bikes . They are available in different heights to suit the size of the rider and the intended use ”. The “ form and function of the upper edge of the windshields are based on our rally racing experiences . The design is patented in the USA and provides optimum coverage and the cleanest airflow while still keeping a relatively low profile and great looks . The material used is a shock-resistant “ Plexiglass ”, which complies with the German general operating permit ( ABE ) standards . “ The aerodynamic optimisation guides the air streams over the head of the rider without unnecessary turbulence . This means the shield is not only flicker-free , but also improves the riding experience for the rider and passenger ”. Touratech windscreens are currently available for the BMW F 800 GS and R 1200 GS / ADV , Ducati Multistrada , Honda NC 700 / 750 X , NC 700 / 750 S and Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin ( as seen here ), Yamaha MT-09 Tracer and KTM models 1190 / 1050 , 1290 / 1190 / 1050 and 690 Enduro / R . Depending on the bike model , the Touratech windscreens are available in various sizes to suit the rider ' s height and the application , in a transparent or tinted version .
TOURATECH AG Niedereschach , GERMANY Tel . + 49 ( 0 ) 7728 92790 info @ touratech . de www . touratech . com
Founded in 1998 and with headquarters in Oxfordshire , England ’ s famed ‘ Motorsport Valley ’, British manufacturer Nitron has launched a new fully serviceable upgrade shock range for the new Yamaha MT-10 . With the damper fluid under pressure from the nitrogen gas charged cell , the performance from the shocks are far more temperature stable and the feel is under heavy or prolonged use if more consistent . Nitron shocks feature a full range of adjustable features including rebound damping to fully adjustable independent high / low speed compression – with a far wider and more linear range of adjustment that the OE unit it replaces ; 14 or 16mm induction hardened , super polished piston rod ; progressive cellular bump stop ; Teflon lined “ Ultimate Low Friction ” spherical bearings and a “ FLEXaLIGHT ” coated silicone steel spring . Pre-set in production , their gas pressurised 40mm R1 large piston mono-tube damping system is said to offer all riders immediate improvements in both handling and ride , in particular under hard and prolonged conditions . For more confident and experienced riders the extra adjustment functions of the R2 , R3 and 46mm Race Pro versions allow settings to be tailored to their own requirements and preferences . For quick and easy ride height adjustment , an easy to use remote , hydraulic pre-load adjuster ( HPA ) option is recommended for improved convenience . The mono-tube shock body has a hard anodised titanium finish and spring finish options include standard Nitron blue or titanium black . Nitron uses state-of-the-art dynamometers , 5-axis CNC machines and the latest 3d CAD techniques and brings considerable machining , materials technology , hydraulics , bike engineering and F1 racing experience to their shock absorber design programmes .
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NITRON RACING SYSTEMS Witney , Oxon , UK Tel : + 44 ( 0 ) 1993 849449 info @ nitron . co . uk www . nitron . co . uk
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