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HIGHSIDER expands its Victory mirror family with the new Victory ULTRA line and a flatter, noticeably larger mirror head. Five mounting versions, matching bar ends and new LED indicators are part of the launch.

GoPro is evidently working in earnest on its own motorcycle helmet. Newly published patent documents show a blind spot warning that relies not on radar or cameras, but on microphones and machine learning.

With Mesh Boost, Cardo is rolling out a free update for the Packtalk range that raises the maximum group size from 15 to 31 participants. Also new are an open channel for riders you have never met and the option to set up groups from the sofa before the tour even starts.

Insta360 has unveiled the X6, the new flagship of the X series with two square Sony sensors and 8K recording at 50 frames per second. For motorcyclists, one accessory package is of particular interest: it includes a concealed engine microphone, automatic number plate blurring and a dashcam mode with loop recording.

Touratech Suspension offers a purpose-developed shock for both the Kove 450 Rally and the Kove 800X Pro, plus a cartridge kit for the fork of the 800X Pro. Prices range from 1,299 to 1,899 euros, with a quoted delivery time of three to four weeks.

Built-in cameras do not make a vehicle illegal in any European country, not even in Austria or Switzerland. Retrofitted cameras are another matter: in Baden-Württemberg the state data protection commissioner imposed fines of 1,000 to 2,000 euros on vehicle owners.

Kemimoto’s summer jacket is made almost entirely of mesh fabric and comes with seven removable protectors. Real-world testing in peak summer heat shows how far the concept of maximum ventilation combined with full protector coverage really goes.

Waze has introduced a dedicated mode for motorcyclists that uses artificial intelligence to calculate suitable routes and warns of hazards like potholes. The rollout starts in seven countries, with Germany not yet among them.

French airbag specialist In&motion is bringing its automatic emergency call function to Germany. After an airbag deployment, the system alerts a professional assistance service, even if the rider is no longer able to respond.

The Cardo Beyond GTS has won a Red Dot Award even though the smart helmet isn’t on sale yet. The award recognizes the interplay of integrated technology, safety features and design.

CFMoto and Brembo have agreed on a long-term strategic partnership that goes far beyond a simple supply relationship. Future mid- and large-capacity motorcycles are set to benefit, as their braking systems will be co-developed from the very start.

Insta360 launches the Luna Ultra, its first gimbal camera, taking direct aim at DJI’s Osmo Pocket lineup. The Leica co-developed model combines two lenses, 8K video and a detachable touchscreen that doubles as a remote control.

A granted patent by US corporation Polaris describes a connected helmet that monitors the rider’s condition and communicates directly with the vehicle. If the system detects increasing fatigue, it can issue warnings and subsequently intervene in vehicle functions.

WD-40 Company launches the WD-40 Specialist Bio Lubricant Spray, which the manufacturer describes as the first multi-purpose spray in its category to receive the EU Ecolabel. The product features an 85 percent bio-based formula and is designed to deliver proven lubrication performance despite its environmental certification.

German eyewear brand Helly Bikereyes raises its discount for Motorcycles.News readers from 15 to 20 percent during the FIFA World Cup. With the code MN20, the discount applies to the entire range as long as the German national team remains in the tournament.

Kriega has released a special edition of its R25 backpack, developed in collaboration with British road racer and TV presenter Guy Martin. The edition adopts the technology of the revised R25 and adds personal details from Martin’s own backpack.

Zero Motorcycles expands the accessory range for its electric off-road models XB and XE with performance suspension components from Sirris. The jointly developed upgrades are designed as plug-and-play solutions that can be swapped directly for the stock suspension.

Online retailer FC-Moto ventures into brick-and-mortar retail, taking over all eight Motorrad-Ecke stores in southern Germany. In an industry where dealers are closing left and right, the Aachen-based company is going the opposite way.

Motorcycling in midsummer places special demands on clothing. Italian manufacturer PMJ is launching the Sum Air Man and Sum Air Woman, two textile pants specifically developed for high temperatures that aim to bridge the gap between ventilation and protection.

The creditors’ meeting unanimously voted in favor of continuing the restructuring. Polo considers itself fully financed through year-end and remains open to an investor entry.