Fiat Yamaha rider Jorge Lorenzo crowned his MotoGP World Championship with a win at the final round in Valencia on 7th November, wearing an extremely special version of the X-Lite X-802 helmet. It caused a sensation around the MotoGP paddock and the globe and, to celebrate Jorge’s stunning year, X-Lite will be producing a very limited number of hand-crafted replicas. The Lorenzo Valencia is finished in eight layers of paint, the lustrous finish due to the careful impregnation of gold pigment. Read the full article »

For years airbags have been standard safety equipment on cars and trucks but few manufacturers have looked into adding airbags to motorcycles. Now motorcycle riders can also benefit from the protection of airbag systems on the motorcycle like the newest Honda Goldwing and from the airbag jackets like the MotoAir airbag jacket. Now, one of Europe’s leading motorcycle gear manufacturer, Bering is presenting its airbag vest that will hit the markets at the end of the year. The vest weighs 1,25kg and costs between 20 and 30 euros. Read the full article »

BMW accessories and after parts specialist Wunderlich presented its one-off S1000 RR Piranha Edition in Cologne which is practically a naked version of the Bavarian’s superbike. The transformation kit, the creation of Wunderlich’s very own in-house designer, Nicolas Petite, is dominated by an aggressive carbon-fibre fairing and rounded off to perfection by the dynamic side panels. In the innovative XENON headlight, which needs only one bulb, an electro-magnetically actuated shutter makes the switch from low to full-beam. Read the full article »

Dainese presented the long-awaited D-air Racing, which has been in development since 2000 and is due to hit the market in late April / May 2011. D-air Racing has been tested over the last year by newly crowned MotoGP World Champion Jorge Lorenzo with team mate Valentino Rossi and also by road racing's lovable rouge Guy Martin. The world-first system is the only one on the market to operate without any physical connection to a motorcycle. Read the full article »

The Italian company launched its 2011 helmet lineup at the EICMA show last week. The new, enhanced lineup includes three new products: the N71, the N63 and the N33. The first one, the N71 is a „crossover” full-face helmet but has a removable chin guard. In the full-face configuration, the N71 offers maximum protection, and features internal sunscreen (VPS – Vision Protection System). The second helmet, the N63 is a new full-face road helmet designed for city use. The third helmet, the N33 is a demi-jet helmet suitable for city riding, but is also suitable for touring. Read the full article »

Would you like to be the exclusive owner of a Valentino Rossi helmet signed by the Doctor himself? Ever dreamed of having James Toseland’s BKS race suit in your wardrobe? Fancy a unique Philippaerts race shirt? Yamaha Racing is giving you the chance right now to lay your hands on these unique racing items. From October 2010 to February 2011 a series of online (eBay) auctions of unique racing collectables will be offered through the official Yamaha Racing Facebook page, all proceeds going to the charity organisation Riders for Health. Read the full article »

Time flies, and before you know it Christmas is just around the corner. To make the annual gift hunt that much easier, MINI has put together a selection of the best ideas for all the family. The MINI Lifestyle Collection has something everybody will enjoy unwrapping under the Christmas tree. One of the items is the Unisex Jet Helmet which features a polycarbonate visor, quick fastener and antiallergic removable and washable lining. A Union Jack print and bonnet stripes provide a spotless retro look, while high-quality workmanship ensures the requisite protection. Read the full article »

With the BMW S 1000 RR and BMW HP2 Sport, BMW Motorrad has struck a nerve with motorcyclists who have especially sporty aspirations. They do not just ride on public roads but frequently on the race track, too. The very broad range of products will be extended as of October 2010 to include a race-proven daytona® sports boot model: the excellently finished Security Evo G3 racing boot with BMW Motorrad lettering and distinct colouring. Read the full article »

The small German helmet maker introduced its newest high-end product, the SR1. The new helmet is incredible light – the medium sized version weighs just 1285g -, and has just 88db of noise level at 62mph. Being developed in the wind tunnel means that the SR1 has outstanding aeroacoustics - a prerequisite for concentration while riding. The helmet shell consists of S.T.R.O.N.G. fibre, a special glass fibre reinforced duroplastic matrix, and is produced in three helmet shell sizes. Seven-times F-1 World Champion Michael Schumacher contributed to its development. The SR1 will be available in spring 2011. Read the full article »

Platinum Air Suspension has introduced a new air ride technology for Suzuki Hayabusa. The system allows riders to set the rebound and ride height of their bike. The adjustment, which uses the company’s BLEED FEED technology, is made by the flip of a switch. "We feel it is critical not to compromise handling and full suspension movement when adjusting the ride height of a high performance motorcycle like the Suzuki Hayabusa," said Mike Ferris, owner of Platinum Air Suspension. Read the full article »