TRICK YOUR GIXER 1000 WITH YOSHIMURA GOODIES
New Y-piece section to complement slip-ons for GSXR1000 K7-K8 models
Yoshimura Japanare proud to announce the availability of a new mid-pipe, or Y-piece section, which replaces the catalyser on the 2007-2008 model Suzuki GSXR1000 sportbike. The new part is designed to appeal to trackday riders or racers, who want to release the maximum horsepower from the mighty `Gixer Thou' motor. There's also a handy weight saving to be made by fitting the Y-piece to replace the standard pipework.
More importantly for anyone wanting to use the GSXR1000 in competition, replacing the mid-pipe offers a healthy bhp advantage from the mid-range, all the way to the redline - see the performance chart. Yoshimura have a long history in motorcycle sport and all their experience in helping get the very best from countless Suzuki engines has been utilised in making this crucial exhaust part.
For the best results, riders should match the new Y-piece to a pair of Yoshimura slip-ons specially engineered for the Suzuki GSXR1000 K7-K8 models. Available in four different finishes; stainless, titanium, carbon and metal magic (the look of carbon but made from metal) these slip-ons are lightweight, EU compliant and feature a triangular shape which complements the aggressive, sporty lines of the Gixer 1000. The slip-ons also have twin exit tail sections for that little extra styling detail.
Riders who have a pair of Yoshimura Americaspec slip-ons for the GSXR1000 K7-K8 machines will be pleased to know that the new Y-piece is also compatible with their pipework as well. Prices and part number information is as follows;
Yoshimura Suzuki GSXR1000 K7-K8 mid-pipe Y-piece: £177.49 - Part No. 115-508-5400
Yoshimura EU slip-ons for Suzuki GSXR1000 K7-K8:
Stainless £926.82 - Part No. 1A0-508-5H50
Titanium £1007.41 - Part No. 1A0-508-5H80
Metl Magic £1039.65 - Part No. 1A0-508-5H20
Carbon £1152.48 - Part No. 1AO-508-5H90
For further details of the 2008 Yoshimura range please call 01782 569800 or see yoshimura.
YOSHIMURA SLIP-ON FOR KAWASAKI'S 'BABY' NINJA
New Yoshimura slip-on exhaust for the Kawasaki250R now available!
Yoshimura USA (R & D of America) are proud to announce the arrival of a stainless steel, slip-on type exhaust for the latest addition to the Kawasaki Ninja family, the 250R pocket sportbike.
The compact 250R looks set to ignite a revival of the 250cc class in the UK, with its sporty styling, good fuel economy and easy handling for novice riders. New bikers who want to add a touch of race-bred performance to their Ninja 250R will be keen to check out this new slip-on from Yoshimura, one of leading companies in motorcycle exhaust technology.
Yoshimura have a heritage of improving the performance of four cylinder Japanese motorcycles which goes all the way back to the Seventies, and the slip-on for the latest 250R benefits from that expertise. Constructed in stainless steel, the Yoshimura Ninja 250R Tri oval slip-on features a heat shield and a series of laser cut vents in the end cone, giving a sporty styling touch. The exhaust is not UK road legal but does come with a removable dB killers baffle, located in the tail cone section, for quiet track days.
If you want to add a piece of real quality and performance engineering to your Kawasaki Ninja 250R, then the Yoshimura slip-on delivers a modest power boost, a pleasing exhaust note and the visual impact to help you stand out from the crowd. Riders who want that bit of extra style, can specify a carbon fibre, or titanium finish Yoshimura 250R slip-on, by special order from Phoenix Distribution.
Visit your nearest Yoshimura stockist, or call Phoenix Distribution on 01782 569800. Prices for the slip-ons (inc VAT), in four different finishes, are as follows;
Stainless steel £374.04 inc VAT - Part No. 1406275
Just Click 'n' Lock with the new ABUS ProVogue
ABUS of Germany, the European brand leader in motorcycle security devices, is proud to announce a new addition to their disc lock range, the stylish and sturdy ProVogue series.
ABUS recently won the coveted `Best Brand' Award from the readers of Motorrad Magazine, with a whopping 73% of readers, from eleven countries, voting ABUS the best name in bike security devices.
Available in two sizes, the ProVogue disc lock is a lightweight, yet effective deterrent, which any biker or scooter rider can carry around with them. Even on a cold morning, whilst wearing thick gloves, the easy, one-handed operation of the ABUS ProVogue makes fitting the disc lock a simple task, carried out in seconds.
Another biker-friendly feature is the rubberized coating available on the ABUS ProVogue disc locks, which helps minimise the chances of leaving any scuff marks on your machine.
Both the lightweight 305 ProVogue lock (461g) and heavier 300 model (702g) are made from an impact-resistant, solid cast metal, outer casing, featuring a hardened steel alloy retaining bolt, offering maximum resistance against attack from casual bike thieves.
There's a range of stylish colour schemes available for the ABUS ProVogue too, including Race Winning Red, Gun Metal Chrome, Shadow Black, Grand Prix White, Gun Metal and Luxus Gold. Each ProVogue comes with two keys.
The ABUS ProVogue 305 model, for lightweight bikes and scooters retails for just £24.99 in the UK, whilst the bigger 300 model, more suitable for middleweight machines and Superbikes, costs just £29.99.
For information on your nearest official ABUS UK stockist, please contact Phoenix on 01782 569800 or see our dealers page.
VENTURESHIELD™ – HELMET PAINT PROTECTION SYSTEM
Reduce stone chip damage with the Venture Shield Helmet Protection Film
Phoenix Distribution are proud to announce a brand new addition to their product range, the VentureShield™ Helmet Paint Protection System (HPPS) for motorcycle helmets.
This almost invisible, tough, protective film is easy to apply, prevents stone chips and other debris from damaging your helmet and can be removed easily - leaving no marks - should riders want to update their lid's paintwork in the future. If you have made a serious investment by buying a top brand motorcycle helmet, it deserves a bit of TLC in the shape of the VentureShield™ film.
This protective coating has been extensively tested by major automotive manufacturers and can withstand 20lbs of impact pressure before any damage is sustained. It is 100% resistent to fading or yellowing and the product carries a life time guarantee. The VentureShield™ film comes complete with an easy-to-use application kit, especially for all motorcycle helmet owners and the film is pre-cut into two shapes, which are applied to the areas at the forehead and chinbar on the helmet.
It takes just minutes to provide years of protection for your lid; simply remove your helmet visor, make sure everything is clean and spray the VentureShield™ solution onto your helmet and the adhesive protective film itself. Take care to make sure any wrinkles or air bubbles are removed, so that the film fits the helmet shell smoothly and you're done!
The application of VentureShield™ will not alter the paintwork, or affect the safety features of your helmet in any way, it is perfectly safe to use. As this product is helmet and model specific, it will be launched initially to fit the Arai RX7 Corsair, Arai Viper and Arai Astro. Additional models and helmet brands will be added as new templates are developed.
The VentureShield™ Helmet Paint Protection System, complete with application kit and solution costs just £24.99 and is available from all UK Phoenix Distribution official dealers.
Contact Phoenix for further information and a list of stockists on 01782 569800. Information on this product will shortly be available on the websites www.phoenixnw.co.uk and www.whyarai.co.uk
ABUS PROVIDES SAME KEY OPTIONS
The Abus collection of locks is one of the largest motorcycle specific ranges available and includes U Shackles, Disc Locks, Chains and Cable Locks. Adding to the reassurance of securing a bike with Abus is the option for a customer to purchase different style locks and have them all operate off the same key; for example, a popular choice with riders is to use a Granit Extreme Chain for home and Granit Extreme Disc Lock for when mobile, both using just the one key.
This Keyed Alike option applies across most of the Abus range (with a few exceptions) and uses the unique X Plus and Plus locking mechanisms. A security code card is included, so getting duplicate keys is also a straightforward operation.
Started in 1924 Abus is a family owned company that employs over 2,500 people worldwide. Long known for their high quality German craftsmanship and obsessive R&D Abus locks are accepted by all international testing institutes and insurance companies. Adding to the many unique features of each Abus product is the knowledge that over 1.2 million lock combinations are available and that an Abus lock hasn’t been picked in over 15 years.
To find out more about the Abus Keyed Alike option or range of locks ask your local Abus dealer. Contact 01782 569800 for details of your nearest Abus stockist or see our dealers section.
August Bremicker Sohne KG, or Abus for short, has grown in over 80 years from a producer of traditional padlocks to a brand of expertise in preventive security technology. The independent group of companies based in Wetter/Ruhr operates on a global basis and is the market leader and trend-setter in most European countries.
YOSHIMURA ADDS A TOUCH OF MAGIC
Yoshimura, the leading name in motorcycle performance exhausts worldwide, has added a touch of magic to its range of slip-on cans for the Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa and GSX1300 B-King.
The extra detail is a brand new finish called `Metal Magic,’ which offers riders the look of a carbon fibre slip-on, but is in fact made from metal. The difference isn’t just about styling, as the `Metal Magic’ slip-ons offer a price advantage over carbon fibre items, plus superb durability, as the exhaust sleeve material used is stainless steel.
The Yoshimura slip-on exhausts for the mighty Suzuki B-King are tailored to fit the new muscle bike, with slash-cut end sections and a rakish exit angle, which echoes the B-King’s tailpiece styling cues. The Yoshimura B-King slip-ons also feature built-in heat shields. The B-King exhaust slip-ons are EU legal and offer a decibel rating of 92dB, with a level of 99dB produced without the decibel killers. A weight saving of 2.9Kg over standard is another bonus.
A pair of Yoshimura slip-ons for the Suzuki GSX1300 B-King cost from £903.80 for the stainless steel option, with titanium cans costing £984.50 and the new Metal Magic finished items retailing at £1016.78 per pair. The same three Yoshimura Stainless, Titanium and Metal Magic options are also available for the Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa ( 1998-2007 models ). These slip-ons offer a healthy 7.4 kilo weight saving over stock, with a 93dB noise level. Performance chart here.
The Yoshimura slip-on for the Hayabusa echoes the curvaceous styling details of the 185mph speed machine. A scooped exit cone, with an oval edge, plus an oval section Yoshimura badge, makes sure this slip-on looks perfect matched to the bike. The Yoshimura slip-on for the GSX1300R Hayabusa costs £790.83 for the stainless item, £887.66 for titanium, with the Metal Magic finish retailing for £919.94. Performance chart here.
All prices include VAT and the slip-ons are available in the UK from March 2008 onwards.
For further details of the 2008 Yoshimura range please call 01782 569800 or see yoshimura.
YOSHIMURA GSXR1000 K7-K8 SLIP-ONS FOR THE TRACK
Riders who race know Yoshimura is the leading name in high performance exhausts, with a heritage stretching back decades, especially when it comes to Suzuki Superbikes. But whether you race, or simply enjoy trackdays, these four Tri-Oval slip-ons for the GSXR1000 K7-K8 series offer excellent performance, genuine Made-in-Japan build quality and rakish good looks.
TThe stock silencer on the K7-K8 series GSXR1000 weighs in at some 10.3Kgs, but fitting any of the four Yoshimura slip-ons saves 7Kgs ( after removing the catalyzer ) or more. There's a range of finishes available, including stainless steel, titanium, carbon and the new `Metal Magic' finish, which looks like carbon fibre, but is in reality made from stainless steel. Each of the four sleeve options comes with a carbon fibre end cone.
Yoshimura develop their products in the white heat of competition, and a run on the dyno will show that these new slip-ons can raise the GSXR1000's power output by a healthy margin, especially in the mid-range. With the optional dB killers removed from the slip-ons, there will be a useful increase in maximum bhp at the higher end of the rev range too. Performance chart here.
The latest Tri-Oval Yoshimura slip-on for the Suzuki GSXR1000 K7-K8 arrives in dealerships across the UK in late February 2008, although supply will be limited by the factory in Japan. The optional dB killers reduce the maximum noise level emitted from the Tri-Oval slip-on to 99dB, and cost an extra £32.28 (inc VAT).
Prices for the slip-ons (inc VAT), in four different finishes, are as follows;
Stainless steel £500.32 - Part No. 150-508-5N50
Titanium £540.67 - Part No. 150-508-5N80
Carbon Fibre £613.29 - Part No. 150-508-5N90
Metal Magic £556.81 - Part No. 150-508-5N20
For further details of the 2008 Yoshimura range please call 01782 569800 or see yoshimura.
FOUR WAYS TO BLING YOUR `BUSA
Yoshimura, the top name in performance exhaust systems for motorcycles have a Tri-Oval race system, in four different options, available for the new 2008 Suzuki GSX1300RK8 Hayabusa.
The most impressive fact for enthusiast riders will be the system’s 75% weight saving, with the Yoshimura race item tipping the scales at just 5.6 Kilograms, against the hefty 21Kgs of the stock exhaust. Riders who want a performance edge know that Yoshimura has a great track record when it comes to tweaking Suzuki motorcycles, stretching all the way back to the legendary `Pops’ Yoshimura tuned, Suzuki Racing GS750 and GS1000 AMA Superbikes of the late 1970s.
This new Tri-Oval race system for the 2008 Hayabusa draws on the Yoshimura heritage of engine tuning knowledge. Riders who want to drag race their `Busa will find the overall fit, build quality and ultimate performance of this product is unrivalled. For riders who wish to reduce their exhaust noise, there is a `dB killers’ baffle option available, which offers a reduction of between 5-6 decibels, to around 97dB.
There are four different sleeve options for the Yoshimura Tri-Oval race system, including the all-new `Metal Magic’ which offers the look of carbon fibre, but is in fact stainless steel. Performance chart here.
RRP (incl. VAT) is as follows:
Stainless steel £911.87
Titanium £952.22
Carbon Fibre £1,024.85
Metal Magic £968.36
Optional dB-killers sound reduction baffle £32.28
The system will be available from late March 2008 onwards.
For further details of the 2008 Yoshimura range please call 01782 569800 or see yoshimura.