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…
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…
Jim Palminteri is a design engineer at Hayes Performance Systems. He specializes in powersports brake technology and has been the lead designer of Hayes’ newest UTV brake family, the Sovren collection. An avid mountain snowmobiler, his passion for powersports bleeds…
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: 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: 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: Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announcement ARLINGTON, Va. — The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is developing a new ratings program that evaluates the safeguards that vehicles with partial automation employ to help drivers stay focused on the road.…
Source: Teledyne FLIR announcement WILSONVILLE, Ore. — Teledyne FLIR announced the release of an expanded free thermal dataset for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and self-driving vehicle (AV) researchers and developers. The expanded starter dataset nearly doubles the original, industry-first…
Source: J.Juan announcement BARCELONA — J.Juan’s Side by Side brakes have prevailed at the Dakar rally in the two categories in which these vehicles compete; T4 and T3. The t4 (SSV) are vehicles closer to the series model marketed by…
Source: LIQUI MOLY announcement ALZENAU, Germany — LIQUI MOLY, the German oil and additive – including brake fluid – specialist, will be the exclusive lubricant partner for the upcoming FIM Motocross World Championship (MXGP) and also for the FIM Motocross…
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…
Source: Brembo announcement STEZZANO, Italy — Brembo, a global leader in braking systems, celebrates the end of the 60th year since its foundation in the best way, confirming its technological supremacy in motorsport with 62 world titles achieved in the…
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: Honda announcement TOKYO – Honda Motor Co., Ltd. premiered some of the advanced future safety technologies it is developing for the realization of a society where everyone sharing the road will be liberated from the risk of traffic collisions…
Source: Nutexa Frictions announcement HOYLAKE, U.K. — Nutexa Frictions Ltd now has a number of LCV (light commercial vehicle) pads in its product portfolio for a range of popular vehicle makes and models, including Citroen, Ford, Mercedes Sprinter and Volkswagen,…
Source: Brembo announcement STEZZANO, Italy – During this week’s EICMA – International Motorcycle and Accessories Exhibition, in Milan, Brembo introduced the new GP4-MINI caliper, designed specifically for motorbikes used on the track by the younger generations, who are racing to…
Source: Brembo announcement STEZZANO, Italy – Brembo will present its latest motorcycle innovations, as well as announce its strategy to reduce the environmental impact of friction materials dedicated to two-wheel conveyances, to mark this year’s EICMA – International Motorcycle and…
Source: SBS announcement SVENDBORG, Denmark — On the occasion of EICMA – International Motorcycle and Accessories Exhibition — Brembo and SBS Friction announced a strategy aimed at reducing the environmental impact of friction materials for two-wheelers. Thanks to Brembo’s many…
Source: GALFER announcement BARCELONA — GALFER, the Spanish brake systems specialist, has announced its participation in the 78th edition of the EICMA international motorcycle exhibition Nov. 23-28. at the Fiera Milano in Rho, Italy where it will preview the new…
NORTH RYDE, Australia – Harley-Davidson Australia Pty. Ltd. is recalling certain model-year 2003-2005 Sportster XL883R and XL1200R motorcycles due to potentially faulty brake light. According to the Australian Government’s Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communication post outlining the…
Source: Brembo announcement STEZZANO, Italy — Brembo announced, further to the press release dated April 28, 2021, it has completed its acquisition of J.Juan, a Spanish company specializing in the development and production of motorbike braking systems. The transaction has…
Source: Brembo announcement TOKYO – Brembo, a global leader in the development and production of brake systems, announced the opening of its new corporate office in Tokyo. The new office adds to the existing site in Kamiikedai, Ōta ward, expanding…