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  1. A brand new gauge concept from KOSO called the D1 OLED

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    Digital Speedos are pleased to introduce a brand new gauge concept from KOSO called the D1 OLED, using the very latest OLED screen technology (like the iphone 5) it means it can be viewed from all angles and lighting conditions.

    D1 OLed from Digital SpeedosThe Display has a very small footprint, only 46 x 22 x 9 mm, in fact so small it could be built into a handlebar clamp. The screen display unit is connected to the control unit by a 3 core cable so could be fed through the handlebars if required. 

    The control box is just 80 x 50 x 24mm so compact enough to hide under the seat or fuel tank.

    The standard functions of the gauge are:

    Speed MPH or KH

    RPM programmable scale 8 – 20k

    Total mileage – (settable to existing mileage)

    2 x resettable trip meters

    3 x temps – oil/water/ambient

    Time Clock

    Fuel gauge – multiple settings for sender

    Low fuel warning setting

    Volt meter

    5 warning lights

    Included in the package:

    Display screen

    Control Box

    Wiring Looms

    Speed sensor, magnets and brackets, the range of KOSO alternative speed sensors will also fit.

    Temperature Senders

    Remote Program Switch

    Part Number BA032000

    RRP is £224.95, inc VAT

    www.digital-speedos.co.uk

    See more here

    Digital Speedos are pleased to introduce a brand new gauge concept from KOS

  2. Our son Matthew was killed in a road traffic accident on 16th February 2013

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    He was 32 years old and leaves a distraught wife and two small children whose lives have been torn apart.

    Justice for Matthew ThompsonHe also leaves us parents, a sister, brother-in-law and nephew who love him beyond words and are all still devastated and struggling to come to terms with it. Matthew was travelling along the A149 at Castle Rising on his Aprilia. Visibility was good, he was not speeding, his light was on and he was in the correct position. This though was not enough to stop a woman pulling directly across his path, leaving him no chance to break and killing him. She only had minor scratches and bruises.

    We have maintained a dignified silence during the18 months of legal proceedings and the woman's subsequent Sentencing of 120 hours community service and a 2 year driving ban with no re-test and no driver’s awareness course.

    We understand this was an accident. She did not wake up and think I am going to kill someone today, however this woman now believes she is a victim and seems to think this is too harsh a price to pay for our son’s life and appealed for a reduction in her driving ban. It would seem not having a driving licence is an inconvenience to her. She puts so little value on his life that it is too much for her to stay off the road for 24 months. At least after this period she will be mobile again.

    We feel this is totally disrespectful to Matthew's memory and adds indescribable insult to injury.

    This absolute lack of remorse is beyond belief. Surely the decent thing to do is to accept the punishment given with dignity and give the family some peace to try to gradually rebuild their lives without being dragged to court yet again! You can read more on the Justice for Matthew Thompson facebook page.

    The appeal was held on 1st August. After much deliberation, guidance from the judge and two painful adjournments in which to consider her actions after being advised she could possibly incur an increase in her sentence, Mrs. Maureen Haller decided to abandon her self-funded appeal and accept her original punishment of a two year driving ban. She didn’t do the decent thing but just accepted, after two long hours, that she would prefer this to the alternative of being given a harsher punishment.

    We have started two independent petitions. One is an e-petition which can be signed by going to http:// epetitions.direct.gov.uk/petitions and filling out the Matthew Thompson e-petition. You can use your email address twice so if you know anyone who is not on the internet you can register a signature for them. The Govt. will then send you a confirmation email which you must open and click on the purple link otherwise your signature will not be registered. The other is a paper petition which we are hoping to lobby parliament with if we get 100,000 signatures.

    We would like to change the law so that anyone found guilty of causing death by driving is given a mandatory loss of licence for a minimum of two years before they can re-sit a test and also have to take a driver’s awareness course as a minimum sentence with other penalties to be given within the legal parameters at the Judge’s discretion.

    Thank you for reading this. We really would like to make a difference and stop others suffering as we have.

    Sign now

  3. Savatech is recalling Sport Force radial motorcycle tyres manufactured in 2014

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    The Slovenian tyre producer Savatech is voluntarily recalling Sport Force radial motorcycle tyres from the market. These tyres were sold to customers mostly in Europe. The tyre sizes subject to recall are:

    120/70 ZR17 (58W) TL SPORTFORCE MI

    150/60 ZR17 (66W) TL SPORTFORCE MI

    160/60 ZR17 (69W) TL SPORTFORCE MI

    180/55 ZR17 (73W) TL SPORTFORCE MI

    190/50 ZR17 (73W) TL SPORTFORCE MI

    During sustained high speed riding a bulge may appear on the tread of the tyre causing vibration and in the most extreme of cases some of the tread may become detached. This problem has only been simulated in controlled and the most severe of conditions. The Sport Force recall is pre-emptive.

    Customers can determine whether their tyre is subject to recall by checking the brand name “MITAS”, tyre name “Sport Force,” inscription “tubeless” and DOT* codes from 0114 to 2614, on the tyre sidewall. No other tyres are affected. The recalled tyres were made in Slovenia.

    The recall follows a quarantine of stocks at tyre dealers. All customers are advised to contact the point of purchase to discuss options for replacement. The improved Sport Force tyres will be made available at the shortest possible term.

  4. Alex Salvini, A Life Behind the Bars video available

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    Guts. Grit. Determination. Sacrifice. ‘Alex Salvini, A Life Behind the Bars’ is the first episode in a new series that opens the door on the psyches of Honda riders and what it takes to get to the top.

    Alex Salvini, A Life Behind the BarsIn this edit, reigning Enduro World Champion Alex Salvini gives an insight into his mind – what motivates him, what drives him to work harder and to be better, the sacrifices he’s made to succeed, and finding strength from adversity.

    For more on Alex Salvini and the Honda Redmoto Zanardo team, follow Jolly Racing on YouTube, Facebook, or at www.jollyracing.com

    Stay tuned for more installations in the ‘A Life Behind the Bars’ series.

  5. Michelin Rider Richard Charlton takes on the Manx Grand Prix

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    Michelin’s Richard Charlton will once again compete in this year’s Manx Grand Prix in both the Junior and Senior races hoping to make 2014 his year for victory.

    The 36-year-old coal merchant from County Durham has spent a lifetime riding bikes, starting at the tender of age of three on motocross machines and moving onto road bikes and eventually racing in 2008. Following his dream to compete in the TT, Richard first raced on the famous Isle of Man course in the 2011 Manx Grand Prix.

    Richard says: “There is nothing like racing on a 37-mile circuit of public roads and with no warm-up laps you have to be completely focussed. Compared to track racing, you have to use your head a lot more to prepare for what’s ahead and that also means you’re always learning. It took me at least three years racing in the Manx before I felt like I really knew the circuit.”

    Richard ensures he keeps bike fit by racing his Yamaha R6 in the Motogrande Powersport Tour run by Hottrax Racing. Although the track racing doesn’t compare to what the Manx will throw at riders, it does ensure Richard is in tune with his bike and tyres – so he doesn’t have to worry about them when on the Isle of Man.

    Having used Michelin Power Cup tyres since 2009, Richard is always confident in his tyre choice when it comes
    to the start line. Recently setting blisteringly fast lap times in the Hottrax series, the Michelins have consistently proved Richard right in his choice of tyre.

    When asked what goes through his mind when he races in the Manx GP, Richard admits “There is a certain amount of fear, just the sheer speed you’re riding at. There’s one point where you have the throttle open and you’re giving it everything for nearly two miles – it’s moments like that when you have to have confidence in your bike and your tyres.

    The Power Cup tyres I use have proven to be stable in fast corners and over the bumpier sections of the route – to get the best grip out of them I always make sure they’re warm before setting off. They’ve never let me down and I wouldn’t consider racing on anything else.”

    This year the Manx Grand Prix takes place from 16 – 29 August. Follow Richard’s progress at www.manxgrandprix.org

    Find out more about motorcycling with Michelin at moto.michelin.co.uk