Suzuki has announced pricing for its new Address 125 and Avenis 125, with the more traditionally styled Address coming with an RRP of £2,499 when it arrives in early 2023, while the sportier Avenis will be available at £2,699.

Both models use the proven Suzuki Eco Performance (SEP) engine, delivering an impressive 148.67mpg figure and producing just 44g/km of CO2 emissions. At the same time, they still deliver powerful acceleration, with peak horsepower and maximum torque delivered at low rpm.

The Address 125 boasts classic city style, with curves and attractive body lines punctuated by chrome accents, completed with the classic rounded headlight, which is full LED, as are the position lights and integrated indicators. There’s also a tail-mounted cap, finished in chrome.

21.8 litres of underseat storage give plenty of storage space, plus an upfront storage pocket gives easy access to frequently used items, above which sits a USB charger for smartphones. Dual utility hooks provide extra security for transporting bags or other items. There are also two underseat hooks which can secure helmets when parked, which is made even simpler thanks to centre and side stands coming as standard.

With more angular, aggressive lines, and engineered for sporty city fun, the Avenis 125 shares many of the Address’ practical elements, but adds an additional, closable front storage compartment.

Like the Address 125, a shutter concealing the ignition key hole can be opened quickly, using an easy-to-operate magnet mechanism coded to the owner’s key. There’s also a standard fit centre stand a side stand. Riders can also lock the rear brake via a switch on the left lever, when parking.

Pricing for the new Suzuki Burgman Street 125EX, also announced at Intermot along with the Address and Avenis, will be confirmed in due course.

Cardo and the global helmet manufacturer are the first to announce an integrated solution based on the new standard.

LS2, one of the world’s largest producers of helmets in all categories, has chosen to adopt the Universal Communication Solution (UCS) standard featuring five new UCS-ready helmets compatible with proven technology from Cardo Systems.

The dedicated LS2 4x product can be added to the whole dual-homologated ADVANT series – a brand-new model unveiled at EICMA – as well as the INFINITY II and INFINITY II Carbon helmets.

Developed by Cardo Systems the LS2 4x connects up to four riders across Bluetooth up to 1.2km/0.75 miles, features Sound by JBL, Natural Voice Operation, OBi and is fully waterproof. The compact unit also boasts auto-reconnecting Bluetooth, so riders can ride their own ride without having to worry about connection issues.

The UCS standard allows motorcyclists the freedom to choose, change and replace communication devices without compromising on fit and looks. Much in the same way that the Automakers and car stereo manufacturers adopted universal car stereo sizing and mounts (DIN/Double DIN Standard), the Universal Communication Solution standardizes communication systems size, and shape, allowing for integrated fitment in new motorcycle helmets, meeting the new ECE 22.06 standards.

Dan Emodi, Chief Marketing Officer at Cardo Systems, comments: “We’re proud to be the communicator of choice for LS2 Helmets. As a company, we pride ourselves on innovation and quality and to work with another brand so closely aligned with these philosophies is a pleasure. We look forward to the millions of LS2 customers enjoying communication by Cardo.”

Giuseppe Porcu, CEO LS2, said: “We chose Cardo Systems because of the company’s forward-thinking and reputation for reliability, values that perfectly represent our brand. Basically, we want to work with experts, and they are the most qualified in their sector.” 

The LS2 4x will be available from LS2 retailers in April 2023 for a price of 279€.

For more information on Cardo Systems, visit www.cardosystems.com

See the press conference from EICMA video here: 

Image caption: (L-R) Dan Emodi, Chief Marketing Officer at Cardo Systems and Phil Ammendolia, President & CEO, LS2 Helmets USA.

About Cardo Systems

Cardo specializes in the design, development, manufacturing and sale of state-of-the-art wireless communication and entertainment systems for motorcycle riders. Since inception in 2004, Cardo has pioneered the vast majority of innovations for Bluetooth motorcycle communication systems and in 2015, it has also introduced the world’s first mesh powered communication protocol into the motorcycle market. The company’s products, now available in over 100 countries, are the world’s leading communication devices for the motorcycle industry.

After weeks of deliberation by racing stars and riding celebrities, Motorcycle Live’s search for the ‘Dream Garage’ is nearly complete. The teaser of lust-after models that visitors can see at Motorcycle Live, in association with Bikesure Insurance, on the dedicated Dream Garage stand has been revealed. 

Each of the industry VIPs - including 2021 British Superbike Champion Tarran Mackenzie, Isle of Man TT Outright Lap Record Holder Peter Hickman, ‘All-way-rounder’ Charley Boorman and Guinness World Record holder Jenny Tinmouth - outlined their 10 choices in the lead up to the show. Some were bikes they had owned, lust after, or raced. The only rules were that their chosen garage must be made up of motorcycles from the last 60 years, and they had to be road-going bikes.

Visitors can expect to see the game-changing 1992 Honda Fireblade, the iconic 1978 Kawasaki Z1R and the exotic Honda RC30 nestled next to a 1998 Yamaha R1 and the Ducati 851. There won’t be many stands where you can see 'family favourites' such as the Yamaha ‘Fizzy’ FS1E next to Honda’s RCV213V-S, the ‘Moto GP bike for the road’...

Finlay McAllan, Managing Director of Motorcycle Live said: “We love to offer visitors to Motorcycle Live the chance to see machines from all disciplines and years. The Dream Garage pulls together some absolutely iconic motorcycles from a variety of manufacturers and from a mixture of years. If our judging panel is anything to go by, we’re sure that there will be at least one or two that most of our visitors would like in their garages at home!” 

Tickets to the UK’s largest motorcycle show, Motorcycle Live, in association with Bikesure Insurance, are available now – with fantastic savings to be made by purchasing in advance.

Be sure to visit the ‘Dream Garage’ stand in Hall 2 Stand 2B10 at Motorcycle Live in November to see the full line-up. 

Discounted advanced tickets are priced at £22* for adults, £1** for children aged 6-18 and under 5’s go free**. Motorcycle parking is free and car parking can be booked for a discounted price of £10 when purchased with tickets in advance.

For more information or to book your tickets, visit www.motorcyclelive.co.uk.

Next year’s Classic Dirt Bike Show sponsored by Hagon Shocks will deliver another off-road giant to Telford International Centre.

Three-time world champion and 80s and 90s racing icon Dave Thorpe has been confirmed as the star guest for the show on February 11-12, 2023.

As Britain’s most successful motocross racer, with three 500cc World Championships, a Veteran’s World title and multiple British Championships to his name, Thorpe is the last British rider to have won the premier division of world motocross.

Thorpe began his successful career in the UK Kawasaki team, before moving to the Honda racing team in 1983. The switch saw his first Grand Prix win in 1984 and he gained his first world title the following year, which he retained in 1986. His third world title came in 1989 following an ongoing, thrilling battle against Belgian motocross legend Eric Geboers.

Thorpe’s career highs and lows will be revealed to visitors as commentator John McCrink quizzes the motocross star when they take to the stage at Telford.

For further details about the Classic Dirt Bike Show sponsored by Hagon Shocks, and to save £2 on discounted advance tickets, please visit www.classicdirtbikeshow.co.uk

#ValenciaGP preview. There is a lot still in play for the final round of the 2022 MotoGP World Championship, with Enea Bastianini in contention for third overall. After Sepang’s excellent podium, the rider #23 is only one point away from Aleix Espargaró, who is ahead of him in the standings. 
 
After clinching the 2022 Best Independent Rider title thanks to an impressive tally of wins and podiums – an achievement that was one of the many highlights of Gresini Racing’s incredible MotoGP return season – Bastianini will now try to secure also the world championship top three: he will only need to score one point more than the #41 of Aprilia Racing. 
 
The Ricardo Tormo Circuit is a favourable one for ‘Bestia’, who also did well last year in his MotoGP debut (8^th) even though he is yet to step on the Valencian podium – his best result is a fourth place in 2016, Moto3 class):

The season finale will represent an important round also for Fabio Di Giannantonio, who wants to wrap up his MotoGP rookie season with a smile after several ups and downs. The #49 was on the podium there last year in his final Moto2 race before the jump to MotoGP.  

ENEA BASTIANINI #23 (4^th in the championship standings with 211 points)
“This will be my last race with team Gresini and I will try to celebrate it the best way possible. It will surely be a complex race, with many competitive riders… We’re on a roll and we know our potential, so we’ll try to do well and finish in the world championship top-three.”
 
FABIO DI GIANNANTONIO #49 (20^th in the championship standings with 23 points)
“A challenging season is about to end, but we’re not giving up at all. We’ll try to have a good weekend before diving into testing with the new bike. Our head is already focused on 2023, but we also want to be back in the points on a track that I like and where I’ve always done well.”