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The technological advancements in rider safety have evolved significantly over the last decade, driven by a greater understanding of how accidents happen, what risks a rider is exposed to, and how riders can be better protected. Now, two of the industry's leading innovators are combining their expertise with a shared ambition: to accelerate personal protection for motorcyclists of every level.
Mips is a Swedish company and a leader in helmet-based safety backed by over 30 years of research and development, recognised for its unique expertise in rotational motion. In late 2025, Mips acquired Koroyd, a pioneer in advanced impact protection technology based on aerospace safety research. While both companies continue to operate independently, they bring together complementary technologies and decades of research into impact protection.
As expectations around helmet performance continue to rise across off-road and road racing disciplines, as well as day-to-day wear for motorcyclists, the ability to combine expertise will play a key role in driving future innovation.
Over the decades, Mips has refined and evolved its solutions with the motorcyclist in mind. From the well-known yellow low-friction layer visible inside the helmet, to the nearly invisible and highly integrated textile-based solutions. Today, the product line includes several different solutions, all built on the same purpose, to help redirect harmful rotational motion away from the head in certain angled impacts.
Beyond helmets, Koroyd's innovative material technology has the potential to enhance rider experience across a wide range of applications. By combining lightweight construction, breathability and advanced impact absorption, Koroyd continues to explore new ways to support rider safety, comfort and confidence, helping riders enjoy their time on two wheels with greater peace of mind.
Mips and Koroyd will both be at EICMA (3-8 November) to present their latest innovations in personal protection for motorcyclists. Media contacts are welcome to the stand to meet the team, find out more about both technologies and discuss the latest developments in rider protection. Find them at Pad 14 / Stand M41.
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Rider’s Workshop Digital has launched a 24-page motorcycle maintenance logbook designed to help everyday riders keep servicing, repairs, running costs and other bike records together.
The £3.99 download includes three editions: a premium printable PDF, an ink-saving printable PDF and a digitally fillable PDF. It is intended as a simple record-keeping resource for owners of all styles of motorcycle.
The product is available from Rider’s Workshop Digital:
https://payhip.com/RidersWorkshopDigital
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The rugged ‘Expedition’ engine guard is now also available for the KTM 1390 Super Adventure – for both the off-road-oriented R version and its sister model, the S.
With its 1,350 cubic centimetre V2 engine and an output of 175 PS, the KTM 1390 Super Adventure is designed for long distances. Whilst the S model is primarily intended for use on tarmac and gravel tracks, its sister model, designated ‘R’, is aimed at riders who don’t shy away from challenging terrain.
Regardless of the model variant chosen, the following applies: as soon as the KTM 1390 Super Adventure leaves tarmac roads, a particularly robust engine guard should be part of the equipment. Touratech is therefore now offering the ‘Expedition’ engine guard in a model-specific version for the top-of-the-range Adventure model from Mattighofen.
Built for tough conditions: specially bent multi-folded aluminium
At Touratech, the term ‘Expedition’ is deliberately reserved for products designed for particularly demanding conditions. This includes the ‘Expedition’ engine guard for the KTM 1390 Super Adventure.
The ‘Expedition’ engine guard is a welded construction made from a high-strength, four-millimetre-thick aluminium alloy. The base plate, which is edged at several positions, offers high rigidity and is dimensioned to withstand the stresses of tough offroad riding with ease.
Protection for the oil sump, engine casing and auxiliary units
On this basis, the design has been tailored specifically to the KTM 1390 Super Adventure. The contours, which follow the vehicle's lines closely, protect the underside of the engine and the lower sections of the engine casing, as well as auxiliary units and the exhaust manifolds. At the same time, ground clearance and lean angle are maintained. To match the vehicle's design, the aluminium surface of the engine guard is black anodised.
High-strength stainless steel substructure
The combination of the aluminium engine guard and the stainless steel substructure allows the forces generated during an impact to be dissipated efficiently. Any residual forces are distributed evenly throughout the frame.
The ‘Expedition’ engine guard protects against stones thrown up by the front wheel, as well as against contact with obstacles such as rock edges, protruding stones or tree trunk stumps.
Just like a skid plate in enduro racing, two rugged plastic rails on the underside of the engine guard help prevent the bike from catching on uneven ground or tree stumps. Furthermore, the rails completely cover the screw heads, which are already recessed. This ensures that the drive profiles of the fasteners are fully protected during off-road use, meaning that the engine guard can be removed without any problems even after a demanding off-road ride.
Touratech ‘Expedition’ engine guard for the KTM 1390 Super Adventure
• Suitable for model variants ‘R’ and ‘S’
• Made from 4-millimetre-thick aluminium alloy
• High strength: multi-edged and welded construction
• Protection for the engine underside and exhaust manifold
• Efficient dissipation of impact forces
• Plastic rails make it easier to slide over obstacles
• Ground clearance and lean angle remain unaffected
• Elegant black anodised finish
• Distinctive rally look
• Supplied with detailed fitting instructions
• Easy to fit
The Touratech ‘Expedition’ engine guard for the KTM 1390 Super Adventure, item no. 376-5135, is available from the Touratech online shop.
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The carefully coordinated optimisation options offered by Touratech for CFMOTO’s adventure bikes range from minor upgrades to comprehensive suspension tuning.
CFMOTO has evolved from a long-standing KTM partner into an independent motorcycle brand with a growing presence in Europe. From the 450MT, the versatile all-rounder in the entry-level segment, to the two powerful models in the upper mid-range adventure bike class – the road-oriented 800MT adventure tourer and the off-road-capable 800MT-X – the brand offers three technically developed and superbly equipped adventure bikes.
Touratech offers suspension components for these models that specifically optimise the vehicle's suspension for heavy loads, sporty riding and more demanding off-road use.
CFMOTO 450MT: Premium upgrade for the front and rear
For the CFMOTO 450MT, Touratech Suspension has developed a high-quality complete solution comprising the Extreme shock absorber and the Open Cartridge Kit for the fork. In addition to a particularly wide adjustment range for spring preload, the shock absorber offers extensive adjustment options for rebound and compression damping. The basic setup is tailored to a rider weighing 100 kilograms and a typical load for travelling, but can be customised to suit individual requirements.
The Open Cartridge Kit is fitted as a complete unit in place of the factory-fitted hydraulics and mechanics of the KYB standard fork, without the need for any further modifications to the vehicle. This makes the performance gains offered by this high-end solution all the more impressive: all parameters, such as spring preload and rebound and compression damping, can be conveniently adjusted from the top. The Open Cartridge Kit excels with its sensitive response to even the slightest road irregularities and offers enormous reserves of performance during tough off-road use. An integrated hydraulic end stop reliably prevents bottoming out under extreme loads.
For riders who demand the very best off-road performance from their CFMOTO 450MT, Touratech Suspension has developed a set comprising an Extreme shock absorber and an Open Cartridge Kit, offering 25 millimetres of additional spring travel.
CFMOTO 800MT and 800MT-X: The full range of chassis optimisation
Touratech Suspension offers an affordable yet effective entry-level solution for the CFMOTO 800MT: progressive replacement springs for the front fork and rear shock absorber, as well as progressive front fork springs sold as individual components. This solution is aimed at riders who wish to optimise the suspension of their 800MT with a manageable amount of effort, without having to invest directly in a complete premium system.
For the 800MT-X, which is designed for off-road and long-distance riding, an Extreme shock absorber is also available. The model-specific monoshock offers the same extensive adjustment options as its counterpart for the smaller sister model, the CFMOTO 450MT.
A technically identical version of the shock absorber is also available, designed to lower the seat height by 25 millimetres.
Further information is available in the Touratech online shop
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With the Guardo Rambler GTX PRO, Touratech presents the carefully redesigned successor to the popular Rambler GTX. This waterproof and breathable 3-season glove combines the exceptionally high-quality GORE GRIP technology with numerous functional details.
Summer, sunshine, downpours – the new Touratech Guardo Rambler GTX PRO touring gloves are just as versatile as the weather during the touring season. Customer feedback on the previous model has been incorporated into this new design, as has the extensive experience of the Touratech test teams.
Gore Grip technology for outstanding comfort
With the Guardo Rambler GTX PRO, functionality and comfort reach new heights thanks to the use of state-of-the-art technologies. For example, it utilises GORE-TEX Gore Grip technology, a specialised construction method for motorbike gloves. Instead of simply layering the outer material, membrane and inner lining loosely on top of one another, the three components are permanently bonded together to form a laminate. The inner lining stays in place when putting the gloves on and taking them off, and cannot twist out of position even when wet.
In everyday motorcycling, Gore Grip technology also results in a more precise grip, greater tactile sensitivity, reduced water absorption by the outer shell and, ultimately, excellent comfort. And, of course, the laminate is just as waterproof and breathable as you would expect from a GORE-TEX membrane.
The Temperfoam ankle protector increases mobility
Another key feature of the Touratech Guardo Rambler GTX PRO is the Temperfoam ankle protector. The material has shape memory and adapts to the wearer’s individual movements. Compared with conventional hard-shell protectors, the flexible design allows for greater freedom of movement without compromising on protection.
To ensure abrasion resistance, Touratech has incorporated a palm made from high-quality goatskin and TPU-reinforced sliding zones. Additional cushioning elements made from SEESOFT memory foam protect the heel of the hand and the thumb area. Pre-shaped fingers, external seams and an elastic 4-way stretch fabric around the wrist all contribute to comfort on long rides.
The Guardo Rambler GTX PRO is certified in accordance with EN 13594:2015 as a protective glove for motorcyclists. It is available in sizes 6 to 13 and in black and grey/yellow.
Further information can be found in the Touratech-Webshop
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