FRESH PRODUCTS – MotoHead https://www.motoheadmag.com Fresh dirt bike action for the real MotoHead! Thu, 08 May 2025 09:07:40 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://www.motoheadmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/cropped-MotoSquareWebBlack-02-32x32.jpg FRESH PRODUCTS – MotoHead https://www.motoheadmag.com 32 32 Apico bring the Works Connection https://www.motoheadmag.com/apico-bring-the-works-connection/ Thu, 08 May 2025 09:07:37 +0000 https://www.motoheadmag.com/?p=42095 Apico Factory Racing is the new distributor of Works Connection off-road products in the U.K. Works Connection has been manufacturing high-quality MX hard parts since 1989, offering works/factory-type products to the everyday rider. Starting with skid plates, Works Connection soon made a name for themselves supplying the top AMA motocross teams with frame guards, bike stands and radiator braces in the 90’s. The range now includes precision products such as the Pro Launch Device and Elite Lever Assembly, which Apico are excited about distributing to its dealer network.

Apico’s Dylan Brown said: “Works Connection is a brand I’ve followed since the early days, seeing parts on AMA Factory Machinery over the decades proves the race-bred quality of the brand and its products. One of the standout products for me is the Pro Launch Device and how that one product revolutionised race starts in motocross racing. We’ll roll the whole Works Connection range out to our 600+ dealer network in the U.K. and riders will have a vast range of products to choose from”.

Eric Phipps: “We are incredibly pleased to add Apico Factory Racing as our latest Distributor for Works Connection products in the UK. After our initial meetings, we felt we were both on the same page and our business practices and ideas for the future lined up nicely. It’s always a pleasure to work with people who are as passionate about motocross as we are, and just as passionate about running a business. We are looking forward to working with Dylan and Anna and the Apico Factory Racing company while providing our WC products for the UK market.”

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Renthal reveals lock-on grips https://www.motoheadmag.com/renthal-reveals-lock-on-grips/ Tue, 17 Dec 2024 10:14:54 +0000 https://www.motoheadmag.com/?p=41521 The long-anticipated wait for the Renthal Lock-On Grips is over, these are now available in the U.K. from Apico Renthal stockists. The Lock-On versions of our fan-favourite, championship-winning grip patterns include soft, medium and aramid compounds with half-waffle and full-diamond variants of Renthal’s most popular grips. With various cams included for a range of popular Japanese and European manufacturer machines, these grips can be fitted to ANY aftermarket MX handlebar without modification, a feature only Renthal can claim.

Renthal’s innovative, patent-pending twin split collar clamp design allows easy installation without sanding on knurled and non-knurled Handlebars. Tuff-End Tech end caps with premium and vibrant Renthal ‘R’ logos have been borrowed from our new Comfort Grip to enhance durability, appearance, and crash resistance. Renthal’s Simple Cam Alignment (SCA) feature ensures easy, precise, mistake-free logo and grip pattern alignment on initial installation.

Original Grips are £25.00 SRP, R Works Grips £29.50 SRP

Part NumberDescription
G232Renthal® MX Original Lock-On – Soft (Full Diamond)
G233Renthal® MX Original Lock-On – Medium (Full Diamond)
G234Renthal® MX Original Lock-On – Soft (Half Waffle)
G235Renthal® MX Original Lock-On – Medium (Half Waffle)
G236Renthal® MX R-Works Lock-On – Ultratacky (Half Waffle)
G237Renthal® MX R-Works Lock-On – Aramid (Half Waffle)
G238Renthal® MX Original Lock-On – Soft (Tapered)
G239Renthal® MX R-Works Lock-On – Ultratacky (Tapered)
G240Renthal® MX R-Works Lock-On – Aramid (Tapered)
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Triumph TF 250-X stars in Call of Duty https://www.motoheadmag.com/triumph-tf-250-x-stars-in-call-of-duty/ Thu, 31 Oct 2024 09:55:24 +0000 https://www.motoheadmag.com/?p=41221

Triumph Motorcycles will be the Official Motorcycle Partner for the global gaming phenomenon, Call of Duty, in Season 1 of Call of Duty: Warzone due to launch later this year.

Call of Duty: Warzone will feature the TF 250-X as an in-game drivable vehicle, utilizing Call of Duty’s in-game mechanics, allowing players to ride the motorcycles dynamically, enjoying tight corners, jumps and skids during pursuits.

Marking the launch of the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Multiplayer Beta, at Call of Duty’s community showcase event, Call of Duty: NEXT, which took place in Washington DC, included a live cavalcade of sixteen Triumph Scrambler 1200’s and Tiger 900’s for fans to view. The bikes, all exclusively branded with the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Cerberus logo, escorted guests in five buses through Washington, past the White House to the National Building Museum, before lining up on the orange carpet as guests entered the immersive community event for the new game.

Triumph Motorcycles Chief Operating Officer Paul Stroud said: “Call of Duty is a critically-acclaimed gaming franchise, played globally by millions of people every month. For Triumph Motorcycles to become part of this world and take our place in this incredible story is very exciting.  As Official Motorcycle Partner, we have worked closely with the Call of Duty designers to ensure the player experience of riding each bike is as realistic as possible, modelling extreme stunts and riding moves that will thrill motorcycle enthusiasts as well as gaming fans.”

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available globally on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One®, PlayStation 5®, PlayStation 4®, and PC via Microsoft Store, Battle.net, and Steam as of Friday October 25th, 2024, and is set to be available on day one for subscribers to select Game Pass plans (Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass PC, Game Pass Console). Season 1 of Call of Duty: Warzone will launch later this year.

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Leatt reveals 2025 range https://www.motoheadmag.com/leatt-reveals-2025-range/ Wed, 14 Aug 2024 18:21:24 +0000 https://www.motoheadmag.com/?p=40813 Celebrating 20 years of innovation and excellence, Leatt, a leader in protection and performance riding gear, announces the launch of its highly anticipated 2025 Moto range.

With revolutionary new features and designs, the latest collection not only showcases the brand’s commitment to rider safety and performance but also marks two decades of pushing the boundaries in riding protection.

The 4.5 and 4.5 Women’s Gear

At the core of the new Moto range is the 4.5 and 4.5 Women’s gear, specifically designed for the female form. The focus of the 4.5 gear is to provide unparalleled protection, comfort, and functionality.

A standout feature of the 4.5 gear is the introduction of the Hypolon belt — a super strong, 360º waistband. Unmatched in its ability to keep pants securely in place during even the most intense races, the Hypolon belt ensures that riders can focus on their performance without distraction.

The construction of the 4.5 pant incorporates Leatt’s new Twisted Yarn Technology for improved flexibility, abrasion and cut and tear resistance. The 4.5 gear delivers the exceptional quality you’d expect from Leatt, offering that perfect blend of protection and freedom of movement.

The range is perfectly suited to the track or the trails, in sunny or challenging weather conditions, making it a must-have for serious Moto enthusiasts.

Fresh New Looks for Helmets and Boots

As a leader in protective equipment, Leatt helmets feature 360 ̊ Turbine Technology for premium head and brain protection. The leading 5.5 boot features FlexLock Technology designed to protect the ankle and knee joints from impact forces and twists.

While the 2025 range doesn’t include new models for helmets and boots, Leatt has given these essential items a vibrant refresh. The new color schemes are bold and modern, while still maintaining the classic Leatt look that riders have come to love.

The New Vizion for Goggles

The new 3.5 Vizion line offers riders quality eye protection and clarity. The lenses are anti fog and anti-scratch, and are roll-off compatible for those muddy track days. A range of lens colors ensure clear visibility in varying light conditions. The new Vizion range does not offer the same level of unbeatable protection as Leatt’s bulletproof Velocity models, but the softer, more flexible and lighter frame will appeal to many riders.

The 2025 goggle range also sees the introduction of two new lens variants. Premium 6.5 goggles will now be available with photochromic lenses which automatically adjust to changing light conditions, providing optimal visibility for varied weather conditions or if riding in and out of shaded areas.

Brand new Cryztal lens technology can be found across the Velocity 6.5 and 5.5 models. This high contrasting, color defining technology provides incredible clarity, allowing riders to experience the track or trails like never before. These two new lens designs ensure that the Velocity goggles remain at the forefront of rider safety and performance.

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Fox unveils new Scans LE kit https://www.motoheadmag.com/fox-unveils-new-scans-le-kit/ Tue, 21 May 2024 19:38:57 +0000 https://www.motoheadmag.com/?p=40169

Where flight meets flights.

Senses on overdrive, courage at the limit, brain firing on all frequencies-the all-new Scans Limited Edition Collection is fight or flight, visualized.

With a graphic that mimics the body’s physical response to the stress of the chase and adrenaline of the win, this is racewear that gets it. Signal sent. Message received. Response incoming.

“That feeling of winning was pretty insane. It gave me something to chase, and I’m always kind of looking for that feeling again.” – Levi Kitchen

“One of the more stressful moments in racing is, I think, the last lap. If you know you’re going to win a GP or you’re going to win a moto, you’re like, ‘I need to stay up on two wheels. ‘And that’s always quite a stressful moment, but also a fun moment at the same time, because that two-minute lap time – or whatever it is – will feel like 10 minutes. And yeah, it will take so long before you get to the finish line, but once you came over the finish line it’s so amazing that you’ve just won a race or won a GP.” – Kay De Wolf.

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Wraps off full Fox Adventure range https://www.motoheadmag.com/wraps-off-full-fox-adventure-range/ Wed, 10 Apr 2024 17:35:17 +0000 https://www.motoheadmag.com/?p=39950 Fox Racing, the global leader in motocross and mountain biking gear and apparel, announced the expansion into the adventure market with a purpose-built ADV Collection that inspires performance on dirt. The all-new ADV Collection includes three jacket and pant offerings—Recon, Defend, and Ranger—built with a minimalist chassis, GORE-TEX waterproofing, and CE protection across the board. The collection launches now on www.foxracing.com, and at participating Fox Racing dealers and channels globally. Check out the Defend range:  

Expanding the brand’s commitment to Equip and Inspire riders, the ADV Collection draws from Fox Racing’s deep racing heritage and appetite for performance innovation. “We recognize that off-road riding is no longer contained to tracks and the trailheads of mountains and deserts. It can now be an extension to a rider’s commute or countryside tour where every technical feature matters to maximize the experience on the bike. The ADV Collection was built with this in mind—connecting riders to dirt with highly versatile gear that has everything you need and nothing you don’t. It’s a differentiated point of view in an evolving category that’s authentic and credible to our brand,” said Michael Crocco, Sr. Global Marketing Manager at Fox Racing. This is the Ranger line…

Developed and tested over the course of three years, the all-new ADV Collection blends the brand’s expertise in performance racewear with the utility adventure riders demand. Performance starts with the minimalist chassis design approach and a closer-to-body fit to inspire movement in variable terrain. The main body is GUARANTEED TO KEEP YOU DRY with fully seam-sealed GORE-TEX materials, the gold standard in waterproof-breathable technology. CE protection comes in the form of removable D30® back, shoulder, elbow, and knee protectors, and reinforced fabrics to increase abrasion resistance and durability. Other features such as stretch fabrics, ventilation, and storage vary across the three product tiers to meet the demands of a multi-day or an out-and-back ride. This is the Recon line:

The Recon GORE-TEX ADV Jacket and Pant are 949.95€ and 899.95€, respectively, and deliver maximum mobility and breathability with a minimalist fit for peak performance on dirt. The Defend GORE-TEX ADV Jacket and Pant are 699.95€ and 649.95€, respectively, and offer maximum storage and ventilation for adaptability on the move. The Ranger GORE-TEX ADV Jacket and Pant are 549.95€ and 499.95€, respectively, and are the most accessible offering for essential performance on the bike.

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Fox Springs into action https://www.motoheadmag.com/fox-springs-into-action/ Wed, 06 Mar 2024 11:49:22 +0000 https://www.motoheadmag.com/?p=39687 The latest Fox 360 and 180 colourways for Spring are out today! All-new MX24 graphics. Walk the talk. Click HERE to see the kits!

All eyes on you. Keep the conversation going with all-new MX24 graphics that looks to the future of racewear. 360 Volatile, 180 Interfere, this is racewear designed to elevate and amplify the next generation and those changing the sport, forever. 

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Fox reveals Adventure bike kit range https://www.motoheadmag.com/fox-reveals-adventure-bike-kit-range/ Wed, 14 Feb 2024 20:13:35 +0000 https://www.motoheadmag.com/?p=39475

Fox Racing has announced the expansion into the adventure market with a purpose-built ADV Collection that inspires performance on dirt. The all-new ADV Collection includes three jacket and pant offerings—Recon, Defend, and Ranger—built with a minimalist chassis, GORE-TEX waterproofing, and CE protection across the board.

Expanding the brand’s commitment to Equip and Inspire riders, the ADV Collection draws from Fox Racing’s deep racing heritage and appetite for performance innovation. “We recognize that off-road riding is no longer contained to tracks and the trailheads of mountains and deserts. It can now be an extension to a rider’s commute or countryside tour where every technical feature matters to maximize the experience on the bike. The ADV Collection was built with this in mind—connecting riders to dirt with highly versatile gear that has everything you need and nothing you don’t. It’s a differentiated point of view in an evolving category that’s authentic and credible to our brand,” said Michael Crocco, Sr. Global Marketing Manager at Fox Racing.

Developed and tested over the course of three years, the all-new ADV Collection blends the brand’s expertise in performance racewear with the utility adventure riders demand. Performance starts with the minimalist chassis design approach and a closer-to-body fit to inspire movement in variable terrain. The main body is GUARANTEED TO KEEP YOU DRY with fully seam-sealed GORE-TEX materials, the gold standard in waterproof-breathable technology. CE protection comes in the form of removable D30® back, shoulder, elbow, and knee protectors, and reinforced fabrics to increase abrasion resistance and durability. Other features such as stretch fabrics, ventilation, and storage vary across the three product tiers to meet the demands of a multi-day or an out-and-back ride.

The Recon GORE-TEX ADV Jacket and Pant are 949.95€ and 899.95€, respectively, and deliver maximum mobility and breathability with a minimalist fit for peak performance on dirt. The Defend GORE-TEX ADV Jacket and Pant are 699.95€ and 649.95€,  respectively, and offer maximum storage and ventilation for adaptability on the move.

The Ranger GORE-TEX ADV Jacket and Pant are 549.95€ and 499.95€, respectively, and are the most accessible offering for essential performance on the bike.

www.foxracing.com

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Upgrade your KTM with smartphone connectivity https://www.motoheadmag.com/upgrade-your-ktm-with-smartphone-connectivity/ Wed, 31 Jan 2024 10:09:42 +0000 https://www.motoheadmag.com/?p=39343 Expand the possibilities of KTM’s class-leading dirt bike technology by retrofitting the Connectivity Unit Offroad (CUO) to all KTM SX-F motorcycles from 2023 and 2024 model year to revel in that special ‘factory’ treatment. After the success and positive reaction to the recent launch of the 2024 KTM 450 SX-F FACTORY EDITION, KTM has now made the CUO obtainable as a KTM PowerParts addition for KTM SX-F models across the 2023 and 2024 collections.

The CUO was one of the main features of the 2024 FACTORY EDITIONs and a result of the bikes being raced in 2024 AMA Supercross and Motocross. Thanks to easy-to-install, highly durable hardware and the options contained through the free KTMConnect App, the CUO is the doorway to next-level riding.

The advantages are three-fold: simplistic engine management and suspension set-up, and full in depth analysis through the RIDER section of the KTMConnect App. The CUO is a two-part system mounted between the right fork leg and the GPS component on the redesigned front fender. Racers and users can now activate a series of wireless connectivity functions to fully customise their KTM for a variety of track conditions, and also dissect and improve their own on-track efforts.

When it comes to KTM SX-F motors, riders can opt for PRIME (toggling levels of Traction Control) or ADVANCED settings (engine braking, throttle response, traction control and launch control), as well as engaging the Quickshifter. There are also presets for specific terrain with SAND, GRAVEL, HARD PACK, DRY and WET parameters.

Selecting the SAG ASSISTANT or SUSPENSION SETTINGS tabs on KTMConnect gives recommendations and suggestions, allowing further personalisation based on weight and skill set, as well as the type of track or weather conditions.

RIDER* harnesses the potential of the CUO thanks to a beneficial alliance with analysis experts LitPro. RIDER not only breaks down the motorcycle’s data used lap-by-lap but also gives concise information on each session: in effect a ‘virtual coach’. Based around data collected from speed, acceleration, deceleration, average speed, g-force, air-time, jump height, gearing, RPM, throttle position, water temperature, traction control, maps switch mode and more, calculations are made to show a rider’s trajectory and analytics to perfect the ideal course and batter the chrono. After the moto, riders can also share their recordings and widen their community moto experience. Attach a heart rate monitor and RIDER goes even more in-depth.

Shave those lap-times, hone that technique and bask in the full-throttle prospects of the KTM SX-F family with the KTM Connectivity Unit Offroad add-on, available for £216.60. Available from February 2024 at Authorised KTM Dealers.

For more information on the Connectivity Unit Offroad (CUO) click HERE.

*An annual subscription to RIDER through KTMConnect is available for only £59.99 and sourced easily from Apple’s App store and Google Play.

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Leatt’s new adventure begins https://www.motoheadmag.com/leatts-new-adventure-begins/ Sat, 20 Jan 2024 10:56:05 +0000 https://www.motoheadmag.com/?p=39236 Leatt has launched a new line of ADV gear – a milestone for the South African firm which started with just a single, innovative product – the Neck Brace, back in 2004.         

The range has been designed for motorcycle enthusiasts that answer the call of adventure no matter the conditions or terrain. The ADV line is made up of three product ranges, the flagship product being the Multi Tour gear with all season, all weather apparel.

Then there is the Flow Tour gear, perfect for warmer climates and Dri Tour, essential wet weather gear. All the ranges includere movable layers be it thermal or waterproof –or both. The ADV line is as adaptable as the elements themselves.

An adventure range would not be complete without an outstanding footwear proposition. The ADV HydraDri boots feature Leatt’s proprietary HydraDri Evo membrane and are designed for comfort and safety. Their versatility makes them ideal for those long exploration rides.

The gloves in the ADV range are available in a standard above-the-wrist fit or a shorter alternative. In the full range, you can find options for all weather and season variations with HydraDri membranes or X-Flow mesh uppers. Of course, here Leatt has also left their distinctive mark, incorporating their NanoGrip palms, together with CE certified leather as well the brands lightweight, super flexible Reaflex gel knuckle protection.

Every product in the ADV apparelrange makes use of Leatt 3DF impact protection and has ClassAA  rated certification and in most cases CE level 2 protection, ensuring that the safety of the rider is fully considered and uncompromising.

It should be no surprise that thrill-seeking Leatt is offering a range of products to adventure riders. The South African based protection and apparel brand began their product line with just a neck brace before moving on to provide a wider suite of protection products. That led to the creation of the Leatt Moto and then MTB lines, complete head-to-toe ranges that cater to two-wheel riders across the globe. Next year the brand is going to celebrate its 20th Anniversary.

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