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: 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…
Source: Hayes announcement MEQUON, Wisc. ─ HAYES, a premier manufacturer of brakes and braking controls systems, is launching a brand new family of calipers designed for high-power applications. Tested and validated by Hayes’ in-house test engineers as well as championship-winning teams, Sovren outpaces…
Source: Brembo announcement DETROIT — Brembo, a world leader and acknowledged innovator of brake technology, is the brake supplier of choice for the 2022 Polaris Slingshot R. The new Slingshot R brake system includes Brembo designed four piston all-aluminum brake…
Source: GALFER announcement BARCELONA — Once again, GALFER Moto riders had a fantastic season in 2021, winning 12 world championships, two European championships and 20 national titles in different disciplines, including MX, Enduro, Trial and Track. Names such as Toni…
Source: ZF announcement Not every race track fan has a van at their disposal which they can use to transport their machine to the track. In fact, most riders of sports bikes and supermotos travel by road to race training…