Now iPhone owners aren’t the only ones who get to benefit from interconnectivity with their phones.

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Honda announced today that Android Auto will be integrated with the current-model Africa Twin models (2020 and newer). As has already been the case with Gold Wing models since last summer, Africa Twin customers with Android smartphones and the Android Auto app will be able to seamlessly enjoy application services including music, phone calls, and messaging, at no additional cost. To utilize Android Auto with Africa Twin models, a Bluetooth headset is also required (sold separately). App and communication costs may apply.

The CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES and standard Africa Twin are highly advanced adventure motorcycles with cutting-edge electronics systems, including Apple CarPlay integration. Now the models will also bring similar technology to Android users. With Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration coming to more models, Honda is bringing additional comfort and convenience to customers’ motorcycle lifestyles.

Android Auto is a simple way for customers to use a phone on the motorcycle. With a simplified interface and easy-to-use voice actions, it is designed to minimize distraction so riders can stay focused on the road. Android Auto makes it easy to access favorite music, media, and messaging apps while on the motorcycle. With Google Assistant on Android Auto, riders can stay focused, connected, and entertained, keeping their eyes on the road and their hands on the handlebar, while using their voice to help with their day.

Starting tomorrow, Africa Twin owners who would like to add Android Auto integration should visit Honda’s website, where detailed instructions will be provided for downloading the software to a USB drive and uploading it to their motorcycle. A passenger volume-control function will also be included in the software update.

For details on Android Auto, visit the official Android site at the following URL: http://www.android.com/auto/

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When you already make outdoor apparel for the intrepid traveler and outdoorsman, progressing to motorcycle apparel only makes sense. 

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Filson, the outdoor outfitter and apparel manufacturer, announced today the launch of the Alcan collection, created to equip motorcycle riders for dirt road and double track exploration. Inspired by the vast network of roads providing access to the forests of the Pacific Northwest, the collection includes pants, jackets, a helmet and gloves for riding, along with a tool backpack and tool roll, all made from classic, hard-wearing and inherently durable Filson materials.

The Alcan collection was designed to protect riders from the elements and abrasion, with thoughtful, rider-specific details like longer sleeves and pant legs, articulated elbows, extended back panels for coverage, and Cordura reinforcement. While designed specifically for riders, the collection is versatile enough for rugged everyday wear on or off the motorcycle.

“Riders have been wearing Filson gear on the bike for decades for its function and durability, so this collection was a natural extension for us,” said Alex Carleton, Chief Creative Officer of Filson. “With the Alcan line, we started with classic Filson styles and enhanced them to better meet the needs of riders.”

Products feature a heavy-duty cotton canvas saturated with a special paraffin wax mixture by England’s iconic British Millerain, a process that has been used to treat fabric for water resistance since the early 1900s. The polyurethane-coated ballistic nylon, a tight, basket-weave of nylon threads originally developed by DuPont for WWII flak jackets, offers durability and weather protection. Pockets feature 12-oz. Moleskin, a very soft and warm sueded cotton from Brisbane Moss, the famed U.K. mill that has produced warm and protective clothing for over 140 years.

The durability of the Alcan collection was put to the test on the rugged, 500+ mile journey through Washington’s Backcountry Discovery Route. A team of riders battled the elements on this bucket list adventure from the North Cascades of Washington to the mighty Columbia River. Watch the video here.

Alcan Collection: 

Alcan Canvas Cruiser – Features zippered, moleskin-lined hand pockets, a corduroy-lined standing collar that rides just below helmet height and an interior zipper that is compatible with select Filson zip-in liners for added warmth. MSRP: $495. Images here.  

Alcan Quilted Jacket – Combines the classic bomber-jacket styling with outstanding protection from weather and abrasion. Quilted between the tough outer shell and the nylon lining is a layer of 60-gram PrimaLoft Gold, the warmest and lightest synthetic insulation available. MSRP: $450. Images here. 

Alcan Canvas Vest – Engineered for function and utility, the Alcan Canvas Vest features zippered chest and hand pockets to keep gear or accessories secure even in high winds, as well as a chest slotted-utility pocket for small tools. The corduroy-lined collar height is compatible with helmets. MSRP: $275. Images here.  

Alcan Double Front Pants – Built with Filson’s signature dry finish Tin Cloth and extra protection where it’s needed most. The seat is reinforced with an extra layer of Tin Cloth and the double-layered legs feature articulated knees for comfort while riding and ease of motion. Zippered pockets secure valuables and protect from knife wear. MSRP: $250. Images here.

Alcan Tin Cloth Tool Backpack – Features adjustable, contoured and padded shoulder straps and nylon-webbing waist belt and sternum straps for comfort and stability. The large front zippered pocket folds down to create a work surface and contains slotted pockets for tools. MSRP: $245. Images here. 

Alcan Tin Cloth Tool Roll – Interior features zippered clear pocket with key fob and a sturdy buckle closure secures it when rolled. The exterior is equipped with daisy-chain webbing for attaching added gear or securing the tool roll. MSRP: $125. Images here. 

Filson x Bell MX-9 Adventure Motorcycle Helmet – This dual-sport helmet is comfortable on-road or off and features limited-edition Filson logo graphics. The polycarbonate shell is lightweight, yet tough. Equipped with Bell’s exclusive MIPS technology and scratch-resistant, anti-fog adjustable visor with airflow vents. Interior liner can be removed for washing. MSRP: $265. Images here. 

Alcan Leather Gloves – Manufactured by Washington-based JRC Glove Company and built with premium deerskin that’s durable, soft and pliable. Padded knuckles and palms provide protection from debris and absorb vibration while riding. The acrylic rib-knit cuffs keep them secure and seal out the wind. MSRP: $165. Images here. 

The full Alcan collection is available now in select retail stores and online at Filson.com.

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More than just black, round, and sticky.

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Pirelli announces the arrival of the fourth generation of the DIABLO ROSSO family with DIABLO ROSSO IV, the new high-performance supersport tire that raises the bar of this product range even higher. DIABLO ROSSO IV is dedicated to motorcyclists who love a more dynamic riding style, owners of supersport, hypernaked, or crossover bikes who demand from a tire a high level of grip, on different types of asphalt and all-weather, precise feedback, and great handling to make the most of the high performance of their bikes.

DIABLO ROSSO IV is characterized by the selective use of different technical solutions within its range: each size has in fact been developed in a bespoke way according to the characteristics and needs of each machine, taking into account elements such as weight and power output.

The genesis of DIABLO ROSSO IV

Since its introduction into the market in 2002, the DIABLO brand brings with it more than 18 years of experience, technology, and victories in the most prestigious national and international competitions and represents Pirelli’s excellence in the world of high-performance tires dedicated to two-wheel vehicles.

Within the DIABLO range, the DIABLO ROSSO family identifies those products dedicated to road machines of a sport leaning and since 2008, the year of introduction of the first DIABLO ROSSO, more than five million units have been sold to motorcyclists. Respectable numbers, which confirm the interest of the most prestigious motorcycle manufacturers in the world in choosing these tires as original equipment for their flagship models. Thanks to the success achieved by each of the products in this range, such as the DIABLO ROSSO III,  DIABLO ROSSO Corsa II, and DIABLO ROSSO Scooter, Pirelli was able to reach the important goal of five million DIABLO ROSSO radial tires sold worldwide before announcing the arrival of its fourth generation with the highly anticipated DIABLO ROSSO IV.

Who is DIABLO ROSSO IV designed for?

The new DIABLO ROSSO IVwas developed to satisfy the most demanding motorcyclists who want aroad tire capable of guaranteeing light handling, an excellent level of grip and sporty emotions to best express the potential of their bike.

In particular, DIABLO ROSSO IV is the ideal choice for:

–        supersports or hypernaked motorcycle owners, who love a sporty ride on winding roads and mountain passes, and who are looking for a tire that can best express the sporty performance of their bike;

–        motorcyclists who use the bike mainly on weekends, for short out-of-town excursions, alone or with a passenger, and who seek sporty riding pleasure regardless of the weather conditions;

–        owners of sporty crossover bikes, who use their own vehicle for medium and long-haul excursions and who do not want to give up their sporty riding style in the most winding sections of the road.

The benefits of DIABLO ROSSO IV

The main benefits of DIABLO ROSSO IV are:

–        Top grip while braking, excellent lateral thrust whilst leaning and traction in acceleration, thanks to the combination of an innovative structure and racing-derived profiles that is able to better manage the power generated by the latest 200hp+ motorcycles.

–        Precise and immediate feedback to every rider’s input for greater riding control. The innovative technologies applied to the carcass make DIABLO ROSSO IV able to optimally adhere also to the micro-asperities of the asphalt to ensure smooth and precise feedback in every situation.

–        Benchmark performance on road, both on dry and wet asphalt. This is made possible by the characteristics of the Full Silica compounds, used on both axes and with a Cap&Base scheme at the rear, which work together with the tread pattern design, optimized for excellent water evacuation.

Positioning in Pirelli’s supersport range

DIABLO ROSSO IV is part of Pirelli’s high-performance tire range as a supersports product with a balanced behavior between sporty road performance combined with high mileage and excellent wet performance.

Compared to the DIABLO Supercorsa SP,which has been designed to be used mainly on the track in dry conditions, DIABLO ROSSO IV has a predominant road nature with particular attention to mileage and wet behavior.

Also compared to the DIABLO ROSSO Corsa II, another tire within Pirelli’s racing street portfolio designed instead for a balanced use between road and track, DIABLO ROSSO IV guarantees a higher mileage and better wet performance.

THE NEW TIRE IN DETAIL

The compound

The front tire is divided into three areas using two different compounds:
–        The central band has a harder compound with a high silica content (Full Silica) and occupies around 50% of the section width. This choice means that the same compound is present in the contact area used up to 35 degrees of lean angle to avoid the sensation of uneven wear while cornering;
–        The side areas have a softer compound, also high in silica, and offer excellent grip even at low temperatures.

For the rear tire, two different solutions have been developed to enhance the characteristics of different motorcycles according to their weight and the power generated.

The rear sizes up to 190/50 ZR 17, equipment of low and medium displacement motorcycles, are bi-compound and arranged according to a Cap&Base scheme. The hardest compound at the base, which comes out in the middle band, is Full Silica and ensures a quick warm up and high mileage, as well as ensuring an optimal thermal balance along the entire profile. The side compounds, also high in silica, are softer and have been developed specifically for DIABLO ROSSO IV in order to offer quick a warm-up and the grip of a racing product, therefore increasing the temperature range.
The rear tires with sizes 190/55 ZR 17 and above are divided into five areas using three different compounds:
–        The harder central compound provides high-speed stability, wear uniformity, and mileage, while the high silica content also ensures a quick warm-up and excellent chemical grip on a wet surface;
–        The intermediate compound, on the sides of the central compound, is softer and covers intermediate lean angles. It has a Full Silica formulation that provides an excellent chemical grip both on dry and wet surfaces;
–        The shoulder compound is 100% Carbon Black and derives directly from the compounds of DIABLO Supercorsa SC used in endurance competitions. This compound, also thanks to the Cap&Base scheme that guarantees its thermal balance, is able to offer support at full lean and traction during acceleration, managing even the torque generated by the latest generation superbikes.

Profiles

Pirelli exploits all the know-how acquired in the fastest production-derived motorcycle Championship and applies the technologies developed for DIABLO Superbike tire range to a road supersports product.

The profiles of DIABLO ROSSO IV are therefore race-derived and are characterized by a multi-radius design that improves the tire’s handling. The central area has a sharper profile to facilitate immediate lean and rapid change of direction. In the lateral areas, on the other hand, the profile curvature is less accentuated in order to increase the contact area and ensure maximum traction when cornering.

Compared to its predecessor DIABLO ROSSO III, the 200/55 ZR 17 rear tire has a profile about 10mm higher in the middle and about 9mm wider on the sides. At the same time, the curvature on the shoulder has been optimized to offer more cornering support, with a great benefit in terms of traction.

The front tire follows a similar setting to that of the rear, thus ensuring a perfectly balanced and neutral behavior of the set.

The tread design

The tread design of the DIABLO ROSSO IV features the iconic lightning pattern and leaves room for more slick shoulders to achieve a sportier performance.

The “flash” is used as the central grooves of both the front and rear tire. Their orientation follows wear waves to promote more uniform wear and at the same time ensures an effective water evacuation when the bike is upright.

Around the central tread pattern, at the first lean angles, side grooves guarantee the correct conformability of the tire and continue the task of water evacuation, making DIABLO ROSSO IV a safe performance tire even on wet roads.

Compared to its predecessor, the front tread design has been optimized to reduce the void/fill ratio by about 30% and have a more slick tire over 35 degrees of lean angle.

The opposite was done for the rear tire, where the void/fill ratio was reduced in the central area. This change ensures better wear regularity and greater stability at high speeds without in any way compromising the water evacuation capabilities of DIABLO ROSSO IV, which remain mainly carried out by the front tire.

The structure

With DIABLO ROSSO IV Pirelli uses a new race-derived structure with a zero-degree steel belt, which manages to adapt perfectly to the different levels of stress to which it is subjected without compromising comfort.

Compared to its predecessor DIABLO ROSSO, III the front tire structure features Rayon ‘cords’ which are more rigid and at the same time distributed with less density (-20%). This scheme leaves more room for the rubber compound, whichimproves riding feeling and precision thanks to its damping properties.

The rear sizes 190/55 ZR 17 and above, equipment to superbike and hypernaked motorcycles that can exceed 200 horsepower, feature a three-stranded Lyocell structure, which is characterized by a significantly lower deformation ratio compared to structures normally used in road tires. The innovative Lyocell carcass is a technology developed thanks to the experience gained by Pirelli in the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship. The result is a new structure that can offer greater resistance to the stress generated in corner entry and during harsh acceleration.

The remaining rear sizes, up to 190/50 ZR 17, feature a Rayon structure that is stiffer than its predecessor. This type of carcass, similar to what happens with the front tire, leaves more room for the rubber compound to better adjust the tire stiffness along its profile.

The combination of the front and rear structures works optimally with the most advanced electronic control systems in order to transmit to the rider, a safety feeling and control of the motorcycle.

The measures

The DIABLO ROSSO IV range consists of the following sizes, available from February 2021.

Description                                                              Availability

Front

110/70 R 17 M/C 54 H TL                                        Q4 2021

110/70 ZR 17 M/C 58W TL                                      Q3 2021

120/60 ZR 17 M/C (W) TL                                        Q3 2021

120/70 ZR 17 M/C (58W) TL                                    Q1 2021

120/70 ZR 17 M/C (58W) TL (C) CCC compliant      Q4 2021  

Rear

140/70 R 17 M/C 66 H TL                                        Q4 2021 

150/60 R 17 M/C 66 H TL                                        Q4 2021 

150/60 ZR 17 M/C 66W TL                                      Q3 2021 

160/60 ZR 17 M/C (69W) TL                                    Q1 2021 

180/55 ZR 17 M/C (73W) TL                                    Q1 2021 

180/55 ZR 17 M/C (73W) TL (C) CCC compliant      Q4 2021

190/50 ZR 17 M/C (73W) TL                                    Q4 2021 

190/55 ZR 17 M/C (75W) TL                                    Q1 2021 

200/55 ZR 17 M/C (78W) TL                                    Q1 2021 

200/60 ZR 17 M/C (80W) TL                                    Q4 2021

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Women Racers And Their Race-Prepped Royal Enfield Continental GT 650s To Compete In Select Rounds Of 2021 MotoAmerica Series.

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MotoAmerica, the premier motorcycle road racing series in North America, is pleased to announce that it will be the Race portion of Royal Enfield’s Build, Train, Race (BTR) program with a group of women selected by Royal Enfield to prepare and race its Continental GT 650 motorcycles in three rounds of the 10-round 2021 MotoAmerica series.

Royal Enfield’s BTR program will be racing with the MotoAmerica series at Brainerd International Raceway in Brainerd, Minnesota (July 30-August 1), Pittsburgh International Race Complex in Wampum, Pennsylvania (August 13-15), and Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Alabama (September 17-19). Additionally, the BTR participants (and their Royal Enfields) will be interacting with fans at the opening round of the MotoAmerica series at Road Atlanta in Braselton, Georgia, April 30-May 2.

“I think it’s great that we are working with Royal Enfield and its program to get more women involved in road racing,” said MotoAmerica President Wayne Rainey. “I know our fans are going to be stoked to see what these talented women racers come up with in their design and preparation of their motorcycles, and to see them battle on the racetrack will be the icing on the cake. We look forward to meeting them all at Road Atlanta and watching them race at Brainerd, Pitt Race and Barber later in the season.”

Professional road racer and current BTR Flat Track program participant Melissa Paris has agreed to mentor the women during every phase of the BTR Road Race program. She will work with each participant on creating a design for their builds, creating sponsorship decks, and training off and on the track.

“MotoAmerica is the premier class of racing in the United States and we can’t begin to describe how honored we are to have the Build, Train, Race Road Race Program included in the series this year,” said Bree Poland, Royal Enfield’s Global Brand Manager, Continental GT Platform. “The women who are participating in this program have never built a race bike or raced before. This is literally a dream come true and they are anxious to get training and get out there with the rest of the MotoAmerica paddock. The Continental GT 650 Twin is the perfect motorcycle for people looking to get into road racing and MotoAmerica and the BTR program is the perfect partnership to showcase that.”

For more information on the Royal Enfield Build Train Race road racing program, click HERE

For the complete 2021 MotoAmerica Series schedule, click HERE

To purchase tickets to any of the 2021 series rounds, click HERE

For information on how to watch the MotoAmerica Series, click HERE

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Harley-Davidson is celebrating the 80th anniversary of Daytona Bike Week with 80 different prizes – and one custom grand prize motorcycle.

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Harley-Davidson’s mission brings people together and helps riders experience freedom for the soul. Harley-Davidson is celebrating its mission with the “Get Out and Ride” sweepstakes. There are 80 prizes to win in honor of the 80th Anniversary of Daytona Bike Week, and one custom grand prize motorcycle to celebrate the start of a new year of riding.

“Following Harley-Davidson’s global celebration of riding at the virtual H-D 21 event, we’re excited to get riders rolling into a great year ahead,” said VP Marketing Theo Keetell. The “Get Out and Ride” Sweepstakes is Harley-Davidson’s invitation to kick off the riding season and rediscover the road.”

From February 8 to April 16, Harley-Davidson is giving riders reason to celebrate with a sweepstakes that everyone in the U.S. can participate in. Through riding-related activities and visiting your local Harley-Davidson® dealer, participants earn entries for a chance to win prizes celebrating the community and spirit of two wheels. This includes a custom 2021 Harley-Davidson Road Glide motorcycle and weekly drawings for 80 additional prizes.

“Get Out and Ride” Sweepstakes
Riders can earn entries by participating in the following:

• Enter the “Get Out and Ride” Sweepstakes
• Come back for instant win prizes throughout the campaign
• Visit your local participating Harley-Davidson dealership
• Demo Harley-Davidson motorcycles

The “Get Out and Ride” Sweepstakes is a perfect opportunity to demo, try-on, and experience all the new Harley-Davidson® products for 2021 including motorcycles, parts and accessories, and general merchandise.

For more information visit: https://harleydavidson.promo.eprize.com/getoutandride/

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY.  A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING.  LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES (D.C.) 18 YEARS AND OLDER.  VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. Promotion ends 4/16/21. For Official Rules, alternate method of entry, prize descriptions and odds disclosure, visit H-D.com/getoutandride.  Sponsor: Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc., 3700 W. Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI  53208.

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A true 4-season sport-touring pant that can handle the hot summer months.

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Motorbike riders often don’t consider trousers to be particularly important when selecting their clothing. This is a mistake because your legs are the parts of your body which are the most exposed if you fall. A good fit is vital so that you don’t have to think about your trousers at all when you are on a trip either when standing and above all when sitting. Your legs and rear are always in direct contact with your motorbike so nothing should interfere with this. The friction and pressure at these points also put a particular strain on the material. Only sturdy materials and high-quality workmanship ensure full functionality over a long period.

The Tour Pants Shape-ST from iXS are suitable for every weather and every tour. They can be used in temperatures around freezing point to those in high summer. This remarkable range of use is thanks to the sophisticated 3-in-1 design. Both the solto-TEX membrane as well as the thermal lining can be removed separately. This means that the rider can cool down, warm-up or protect themselves against the wind and wet, depending on the weather. The outer material consists of Tactel®, a very robust and simultaneously soft, natural cotton high-tech material. The knees are additionally protected with a double layer of extremely abrasion-resistant Hitena fabric. An anti-slip trim on the buttocks prevents undesired sliding around on the saddle.

The removable solto-TEX climate membrane combines a high water column with first-class breathability. This reliable weather shield keeps the wearer dry and directs perspiration safely away to the outside. The membrane also reliably keeps the cold airflow away from the abdomen and legs. Thanks to its highly insulating padding, the light thermal lining which is also removable provides excellent heat accumulation properties. The ventilation openings at the thighs ensure an effective air flow and are easy to handle. In warm temperatures, the efficient through-flow of fresh air creates a pleasant cooling effect.

The «Perfect Fit» concept is always the prime concern of iXS and in practice the iXS designers placed a great deal of importance on an optimised cut for the trousers so they fit perfectly. An elasticated waistband and comfort stretch inserts at the hollow of the knee, in the crotch and buttocks enable unrestricted freedom of movement. The waistband and leg closures can be adjusted to individual requirements through width adjusters. The height of the knee protectors (design tested in accordance with Level 2) can be adjusted. Hip protectors are also included in the standard configuration. The all-round connecting zip makes it possible to securely attach all the current iXS jackets.

The two superimposed cargo pockets offer lots of space and enhance the appearance of the trousers. Their contours are emphasised additionally through reflective transfer prints. The total of four pockets offer more than enough space for storage. Additional reflective transfer prints combined with the attractive cut result in a sporty-casual look, which is discreet yet absolutely worth being seen in. As far as materials, functions and style are concerned, the trousers go perfectly with the Tour Jacket Traveller-ST from iXS. However, the Tour Pants Shape-ST are also intended to be combined with a large number of other jacket models. The traditional black goes well with everything. With a total of 15 sizes (also different lengths), the selection is enormous.

PRODUCT FEATURES

Recommended Retail Price:

USA: $289.00

Colour: black (003)

Sizes: S – 5XL | long: LM – LXL | short: KM – K2XL

Article N°: X63042

TECHNICAL DETAILS

3-in-1 textile pants made of Tactel and Hitena double layers on knee

• Detachable solto-TEX membrane (X58512)
• Removeable thermo lining
• Breathable mesh lining with water barrier for optimal body climate
• Elastic waistband
• Width adjustment at the waistband
• Comfort stretch inserts at back of knee, crotch and buttock area
• Width adjustment at the leg end
• Anti-slip pad in seat area
• 4 outside pockets, therefrom 2 cargo pockets
• 2 ventilation openings on the thigh
• Reflective transfer prints
• All-round connection zipper
• Height adjustable knee protectors
• Pants certified according to FprEN17092-3:2019 (AA)
• Knee protectors impacTec TP-02, certified according to EN 1621-1:2012, level 2
• Hip protectors impacTec ETP-03, certified according to EN 1621-1:2012, level 1

MATERIAL
Shell: 100% polyamide

Stretch: 91% polyamide, 9% elasthane

Lining: 100% polyester

Lining knee: 87% polyester, 13% elasthane

Membrane carrier: 100% polyester

Thermo lining: 100% polyester

solto-TEX membrane 100% polyurethane laminated

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Campbell is the latest Kenda brand ambassador and will also help with some tire testing.

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Kenda has announced the addition of Hall of Fame racer and “King of Baja”, Johnny Campbell, to its legendary team of brand ambassadors.

Campbell’s resume includes a record 11 SCORE Baja 1000 titles, 17 consecutive Baja 1000 wins, and induction into the Offroad Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2018.

Campbell’s talent lead to a relationship with Honda early in his career. Since then, the team has utilized his expertise to aid in cooperative development of several of Honda’s offroad motorcycles. This relationship also played a role in Campbell launching Team JCR/Honda in 2008, where he recruited a competition-crushing lineup and dominated the Baja 1000.

As impressive as his performances are on the track, Campbell is also known as a hero off the track. He is a champion for kids, and uses his celebrity to bring awareness and support to orphanages and children in need. Johnny was one of the founders of the annual Baja Beach Bash ride that raises money for Rancho Santa Marta Orphanage in San Vicente. Since it’s inception in 2009, the Baja Beach Bash has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for the children at Santa Marta.

Campbell will represent Kenda and Honda Racing at popular events including Barstow-to-Vegas, Big Bear 100, Bishop Run, Rip to Cabo and Baja Beach Bash.

While he will primarily be riding Kenda Big Blocks and Parker DT dual sport tires, Campbell will also be instrumental in the testing and launch of Kenda’s new models. Asked about the new partnership, Campbell says, “I am very happy to be partnering with Kenda for 2021-22. Their product lineup has a great variety for all types of disciplines of off-road racing and riding. The quality and performance is top shelf!”

The Kenda team is thrilled to have Johnny on board, and we are heading into the racing season full throttle.

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With the Runt, Volcon offers the entire family a chance to experience off-road fun.

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Volcon ePowersports, the first all-electric, off-road powersports company, today introduced a new two-wheeled, kid-friendly model, named the “Runt.” The Volcon Runt – a smaller version of the company’s first electrified off-road model, the Grunt – allows families to join together in off-road powersports adventures, creating lasting memories and setting the groundwork for a lifetime of off-road fun, all the while instilling confidence in new riders and their parents.

Beginning today, the Runt can be pre-ordered at Volcon.com/runt-reservation.

The Runt is an all-electric, two-wheeled mini bike that’s capable of exploring the outdoors in all-terrains. In addition to three riding modes, allowing a customized experience based on the young riders’ abilities, the Runt is equipped with app-driven geo-fencing controls, remote monitoring, performance limiters and tip-over notifications, giving parents peace of mind when their kids are riding. Accessory Runt seats and handlebars with different heights allow the bike to grow with the child.

The Runt is capable of a 35-mile range, with recharging possible in only two hours with any household outlet. Pricing will start at $2,995 (MSRP).

“With the addition of the Runt, the entire family can experience off-road powersports adventures through Volcon’s two and four-wheeled models,” said Andrew Leisner, Chief Executive Officer of Volcon Inc. “The no-clutch, single-speed, electric powertrain is easier for young riders to learn and the new app-based controls will give parents the ability to monitor their children and regulate the power of the motorcycle. The Runt paired with our Grunt will bring new families into the freedom and fun that off-road powersports provides.”

The Volcon Runt is available for pre-order now, with deliveries beginning Spring 2021. The full-size model, the Grunt, will also be delivered to customers beginning in Spring. Four-wheeled Stag and Beast models will follow in late 2021 into 2022. Specifications and technology details will be communicated in the near future.

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