Mitas, part of Trelleborg Group, launches new versions of the popular Mitas SPORT FORCE+ in selected sizes. SPORT FORCE+ EV has a new compound designed for riders of hypersport motorcycles who are looking for a road legal tyre for hobby racing, while SPORT FORCE+ RS has a new Racing Soft compound.

“SPORT FORCE+ is a favorite choice of demanding riders who enjoy the grip, precision and dynamic performance of this range. The new “EV” version builds on an already strong platform and takes the tyre’s performance to the next level,” says Gustavo Pinto Teixeira, Vice President Two Wheels and Specialty Tyres. “We are extremely proud of the significant improvements introduced over the years on SPORT FORCE+ and these two new versions, “EV” and “RS”. We look forward to feedback from our riders over the coming months, as they take to the roads and tracks with our SPORT FORCE+ range.”

The Crieff Cloverleaf is a new multi-day motorcycle touring route in Scotland, featuring a set of four spectactular all-day rides that have been especially designed for motorbike touring by fellow bikers.

Soaring through the northern alpine Cairngorms and the southern rolling hills of the Borders, curving around dramatic West Coast mountain lochs and East Coast ocean vistas, the Crieff Cloverleaf provides plenty of the best of Scotlands biking in every direction.

From sweeping progressive A roads to winding country byways and adventurous single-tracks, the Crieff Cloverleaf has something to thrill every rider. It takes in some of Scotlands most-loved biking roads and some hidden gems too, and each route provides a great mix of riding.

Every Cloverleaf route starts and ends in the beautiful hillside town of Crieff, Perthshire, so all four routes can be explored while staying each night in the same accommodation. This simplifies travel planning, and avoids problems with trying to book single-night stays.

The four Crieff Cloverleaf routes travel north, south, east and west respectively, and each involves around 6 hours on the bike, divided into four separate legs. Daily distances range from 188mi/383km to 238mi/303km, depending on terrain. Each leg ends at a suitable spot for a coffee stop or lunch break. Wherever possible, stops also have a petrol station and toilet facilities available.

For those who prefer shorter riding days or are visiting for the weekend, the Crieff Cloverleaf additionally offers the Little Leaf, an enticing set of four three-hour routes also centered on Crieff.

The town of Crieff and the surrounding Strathearn area provide a wide range of holiday facilities, including luxury hotels and B&Bs, a variety of self-catering options, bunkhouse stays and camping. Crieff also has a great selection of top-notch cafes, restaurants, pubs, bars and take-aways, plus superb specialist food and drink shops, a petrol station and full supermarket facilities.

Scotlands incredible landscapes and exceptional roads make it a must-ride destination for motorcyclists from all over the world. We look forward to welcoming riders to the Crieff Cloverleaf in 2021.

www.cloverleaf.scot

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Are you looking for stickers for your bike? Or do you have a design and want to know which type of sticker is best for you?

We are here to help you get the best stickers for your bike. They'll withstand the scratching, water & anything else you throw at them.

We'll talk about materials that work and throw in a few ideas we've found to inspire you to get the best custom stickers.

Let's get stuck in.

Firstly, which materials will work for you?

When looking at custom stickers for your bike, you need the following:

• Plastic stickers with a medium-strength adhesive; this will ensure they stick to the paint, chromed or other similar material found on your bike. The medium-strength adhesive will not peel away paint when removing the sticker.

• Laminated stickers that protect the printed layer. A laminate is a transparent, plastic film that can have a gloss or matte finish. It will protect the ink from scratches, scuffs, fading in the sunlight and any chemicals the sticker may come into contact with when cleaning.

Here is a breakdown of how a sticker it made so that you can see each layer:

1. A clear gloss laminate protects from sunlight, scratching & water.

2. Printed in full-colour using the latest technology with incredible detail.

3. You can choose a coloured material to create your desired result.

4. A medium-strength adhesive is perfect for your bike.

5. The thick backing keeps your sticker flat and makes them easy to peel.

These die-cut stickers will all work. They are all laminated with a clear, gloss over-laminate. They also all have a medium-strength adhesive. You can also choose from a few different colours to create incredible effects. Die-cutting simply means they're cut to any custom shape you want.

Now you know which type of sticker will work, here are some ideas to get your creative juices flowing.

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1. Vintage biker skull; this would look great as a custom shape sticker printed on mirror silver or gold. 

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2. This sticker could go on your bike or inside your car window. Get it as a transfer sticker or a front-adhesive sticker for the best effect.

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3. Need to decorate your garage. We love this as an oversized wall graphic.

We hope this information & examples have inspired you. We've love to hear what you apply custom stickers for. Please let us know in the comments below.

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