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Colour-match ‘ Featherlight ’ cables for KTMs
Motorcycle controls specialist Venhill has developed replacement ‘ Featherlight ’ throttle cables for the latest generation of KTM ’ s motocross and enduro models . Available for the ‘ 16- ’ 17 model year 250 , 350 , 450 and 500cc machines , the new cables are direct replacements for the factory fitted items and are designed to deliver improved performance and durability along with smoother action . Each set features Venhill ’ s high quality ‘ Featherlight ’ cabling , marine-grade stainless steel wire rope for durability running through a Teflon liner for minimum friction and a lighter action . This specification does not require lubrication – a real plus when riding off-road . The cables are also ‘ Bird-caged ’ – a special process applied to the end of the inner wire , which allows solder to penetrate the weave of the cable , making the bond with the nipple much stronger . The process adds extra strength and durability , and helps reducing cable breakage when put under repeated stress , again , adding real peace of mind when tackling rough , off-road courses . They are available in black and a selection of colours , including orange , to match KTM ’ s signature colour .
VENHILL ENGINEERING Dorking , Surrey , UK Tel : + 44 1306 885111 sales @ venhill . co . uk www . venhill . co . uk
‘ Magma ’ Cordura tyre warmers
These new , durable ‘ Magma ’ Cordura high abrasion and tear resistant tyre warmers by Omnia Racing in Italy feature a large lateral extension for a quick and efficient heating of the shoulder of the tyre and rim , with fire-retardant Nomex and Kevlar on the interior . The high strength , precision made 2.5mm thick chrome-nickel heating is silicone coated for durability ; the U . S . A . made thermostat delivers a steady and reliable temperature of up to 80 degrees C and features temperature fluctuation sensitive “ Heat Protector ” technology , a dual temperature indicator , warming red and ready green indicators with temperature recording . The easy tyre fit construction delivers a good seal to keep heat in the tyre , with all fabric cut and seemed and pre-formed to ensure maximum adherence to the tyre and the blanket to ensure a rapid and optimal heating . ‘ Magma ’ tyre warmers comply with EC regulations , are available in black in a choice of three 12 “ sizes : 120 / 160 / 165 ,
120 / 180 / 185 / 190 and 120 / 190 / 195 / 200 . Omnia say they reach the maximum operating temperature ( 80 ° C ) in just 19 minutes , leading to over 60 ° C ( measured by thermographic analysis ) in the tyre itself , and that after 30 minutes the results of the uniform heating “ are amazing , right up to the recommended 60 minutes , to get a perfect temperature , even for the rim itself . “ During operation , the thermostatic “ Heat Protector ” technology prevents temperature fluctuations , ensuring a constant and precise temperature of 80 ° C . The insulation lining in the aluminised blanket allows the same heat retention for several minutes after turning off the power supply .”
OMNIA RACING SPECIAL PARTS Portici ( NA ), ITALY Tel : + 39 0817 754329 info @ omniaracing . it www . omniaracing . com