The latest news and headlines from around the global brake industry. This page lists all of the articles in the Motorcycle and ATV category.
Source: J.Juan announcement BARCELONA — Husqvarna wants to assert leadership in the most trendy discipline in Europe, mid-displacement adventure touring motorcycles. Accordingly, it has unveiled the Norden 901 2022, a traveler with an 899 cc engine producing 105 horsepower at…
Source: ZF announcement FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany — When it comes to braking, on some motorcycles the twin characteristics of high performance and comfort are hard to reconcile. The latest innovation from leading braking brand TRW neatly solves this problem; its synonymously…
ATLANTA – Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd., will recall certain model-year 2022 motorcycles to fix loosely attached rear brake-disc bolts. The 910 Triumph Speed Triple RR and Triumph Speed Triple RS motorcycles may have rear disc-brake bolts which do not properly…
EUGENE, Ore. – Arcimoto Inc. has agreed to recall certain model-year 2020-2022 three-wheel electric motorcycles to rectify potentially malfunctioning brake lights. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-175 the 516 electric vehicles within…
Source: Galfer announcement BARCELONA — Galfer Bike launched its innovative fixed version of the Disc Shark®, which the company called the most complete MTB bicycle brake disc available today. Its innovative manufacturing process uses laser cutting to create the optimal…
Spain – GALFER, the manufacturer of brake components for motorbikes and bicycles has produced an action video (filmed in Spain and Italy) to commemorate its 70th anniversary, featuring some of its most iconic riders and ambassadors. Galfer has created a…
MILWAUKEE – The Harley-Davidson Motor Company agreed to recall certain model-year 2021-2022 motorcycles which may be missing a brake-fluid warning label on their reservoir cover. The 4,177-recall population consists of 1,141 2021-2022 Harley-Davidson XL1200X, 2,868 2021-2022 Harley-Davidson XL883N and 168…
Source: Continental announcement GURGAON, India — Reiterating its commitment to automotive safety in India, Continental has announced the formation of a joint venture (JV) with Japanese firm Nisshinbo Holdings. The new JV will localize machining for valve block meant for…
Source: Brembo announcement DETROIT– Brembo has created customizable braking systems for all 24 riders taking part in the forthcoming 21st MotoGP Championship. This follows a winning streak where Brembo brakes were used on bikes that won 33 World Rider Championships,…
Source: J.Juan announcement BARCELONA – J.Juan’s brake systems and hydraulic hoses are fitted to the new Rakun electric motorcycle from Ford Otosan, the largest producer of commercial vehicles in Europe. The bike is being produced in Eskişehi, Turkey. The new…
Source: Honda announcement TORRANCE, Calif. — Honda’s popular range of practical-but-fun, mid-displacement parallel-twin “CB/R” motorcycles – the CB500X ABS adventure bike, the CB500F ABS naked bike and the CBR500R ABS sport bike – have all benefited from focused improvements to…
Source: Galfer announcement BARCELONA — The Spanish company Galfer, leader in the production and manufacture of high-performance brake systems for motorbikes and bicycles, celebrates the 70th anniversary of its foundation this year. Given its experience, leadership and commitment to innovation,…
VIOLA, Wisc. — Racing, whether it be on a road course or a dirt oval is a delicate balance of horsepower and braking, so it’s no surprise that the S&S Cycle racing program has partnered with the high-performance braking experts…
Source: Brembo post CERVESINA, Italy — There is a secret to Brembo’s ability to create increasingly advanced braking systems that set the highest possible standards, time after time: every year, the company invests a significant proportion of its turnover –…
Source: Brembo announcement STEZZANO, Italy – Coming off a dominant year in motorbike competition, Yamaha has created a R1 Replica equipped with Brembo brakes. Brembo posted the following announcement on its website: 2021 was a memorable year for Yamaha: the…
AMHERST, Ohio – KTM North America, Inc. is again recalling nearly 400 model-year 2022 Husqvarna Motorcycle 350 and 501 models to address potentially incorrectly installed front brake pad retaining clips. Last Aug. 31st the company recalled 342 of these motorcycles…
Source: Brembo post STEZZANO, Italy — Brembo posted the following article, “DUCATI HAS CREATED A MOTORBIKE TO CELEBRATE TROY BAYLISS’ FIRST SUPERBIKE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP WON 20 YEARS AGO WITH THE BORGO PANIGALE’S ROSSA,” describing the motorcycle company’s unique offering which…
SYDNEY — The KTM Group is recalling certain models of model-year 2021 Husqvarna motorcycles which might have incorrectly assembled front and rear brake calipers. The recall population covers 1,512 2021 Husqvarna FE (250, 350, 450, 501) and TE (150i, 250i,…
CHENNAI, India – Numerous press notices are reporting the recall of certain model year 2021 Royal Enfield Classic 350 motorcycles to rectify an issue with the brake reaction bracket. The reports indicated Classic 350 motorcycles with the brake-reaction bracket issue…
SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. – Zero Motorcycles Inc. will recall 45 model year 2022 Zero SR, Zero SR/F and Zero SR/S hybrid-electric models because they have been manufactured with incorrect rear brake pads. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration…