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HARLEY-DAVIDSON® BMW Motorrad
www.ridersmotorcycles.com
Spring 2013
HARLEY-DAVIDSON®
News from your local motorcycle dealer in Bridgwater, Bristol and Cardiff...
MESSAGE
from Riders
Welcome to the spring 2013 issue of the Riders Newsletter. It’s been a cold long winter this year, we are pleased to see the temperatures rising and the days getting longer, fingers crossed the rain of the last 2 years won't make an appearance again.
NEW BIKES and test ride weekend
Harley-Davidson® has taken one of their most iconic bikes and upgraded it with a 103ci engine and ABS as standard, red rims and 'Scallop' paint. Meet the NEW Street Bob® Special Edition, along with the NEW Softail® Breakout™ at Riders, don’t miss the VIP launch of the Breakout™ on Thursday 2nd May from 6pm to 8pm
It's a busy time at Riders with plenty of new bikes for the 2013 season, including the new Ducati Hyperstrada, Hypermotard, Diavel Strada and the BMW R 1200 GS together with the new HarleyDavidson® Softail® Breakout™ and Streetbob® Special Edition. Don't miss the official test ride events in Bristol on the 4th May and Bridgwater on the 5th May, whatever you ride seen you in the sunshine soon.
TEST RIDE THE
R 1200 GS NOW! The exciting new R 1200 GS is a complete redesign, with a new take on the characteristic Boxer GS look and a new engine with liquid cooling and redesigned cylinder heads for improved performance.
Contact our team in Cardiff on 02920 233559 to book your test ride now.
Martin Jessopp and The RidersMotorcycles.com team will switch to BMW for the new BSB season; the prestigious manufacturer featured in the Showdown last year and was tantalisingly close to appearing on the MCE British Superbike Championship podium for the first time. Read more on page 8
EVENTS FOR 2013
Riders will be out and about during 2013 at many events, check out the calendar on page 2 and see where you can demo our bikes at a location that's perhaps a bit closer to your home.
NEW FOR 2013 - Helmets and Alpinestars clothing see page 3 Bridgwater
MARTIN JESSOPP ON BMW FOR BSB 2013
Bristol
Cardiff
NEW SHARK RAW See page 3
www.ridersmotorcycles.com
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Events & News
STRADATOURS
RIDERS EVENTS FOR 2013
COMING TO YOU!
At the time of printing our events for 2013 are as below, don't forget to check our website and facebook pages for the latest news.
April
7th Sunday 20th Saturday 20th Saturday 27th Saturday
May
2nd Thursday 4th -5th
3rd - 6th
11th Saturday
12th Sunday
19th Sunday
June
9th Sunday 21st-23rd 28th Friday
30th Sunday
July
6th Saturday
4th Thursday 27th & 28th
Prescott Bike Festival Italian Day Bristol Bike Safe, Castle Combe Harley-Davidson速 Demo Event, Exeter Harley-Davidson速 VIP evening Harley-Davidson速 Test Ride Weekend Bridgwater Chapter Cider Rally Ducati Stradatour Demo Day Bristol Ducati Stradatour Demo Day Abergavenny Harley-Davidson速 Event Abergavenny - TBC Abergavenny Bike Show Bristol Chapter HOGs in Hayfields Llandow Track Day Bookings taken NOW! Ducati Stradatour Demo Day, Riders of Bridgwater Independence Day at Bridgwater and Bristol American Power, Weston Bike Night Aberdare Road Races
In 2013 the Ducati Demo Roadshows will see the launch of the Stradatour. Attend one of the events and you will have the chance to take a longer ride (and with pillion if required) on one of Ducati's Strada bikes Multistrada Granturismo, Multistrada Sport Touring, Diavel Strada or Hyperstrada.
The Stradatour will be at Riders of Bristol on the 11th May, Abergavenny Bus Station with Riders of Cardiff on 12th May and at Riders of Bridgwater on Sunday 30th June (venue at time of printing is TBC)
PRESCOTT
BIKE FESTIVAL Sunday 7th April
Following on from its successful launch in 2011 and rather damp 2012 show, the Prescott Bike Festival is set to continue into its third year. The 2011 event saw over 5,000 visitors and around 100 exhibitors combine to celebrate all things bike. The Prescott Bike Festival was born out of the need to raise awareness and funds for the Nationwide Association of Blood Bikes.
The 2013 event hopes to raise even more money and is set for Saturday 7th April 2012. Set at one of the
most prestigious hill climb venues in the UK against the beautiful backdrop of the Cotswold countryside, the Prescott Bike Festival aims to provide something for everyone. Riders will be exhibiting at the 2013 Prescott Bike Festival, we hope to see you there. More information about the festival can be found www.prescottbikefestival.co.uk
BIKE SAFE AT CASTLE COMBE SATURDAY 20TH APRIL
National Bikesafe & Castle Combe Track Experience is a one day event supported by National Bike Safe held at the Castle Combe Race Circuit. The event has two elements to the day, a pre-bookable assessed on road ride with an advanced Police motorcyclist on a two to one basis and the show where Riders will be exhibiting and offering demo rides. All visitors will be able to enjoy the entertainment which includes a professional stunt show and on track demonstration laps.
Entry to the show is free and open to the whole family; you can pre book your assessed ride via www.bikesafe.co.uk
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Products & Clothing GP PRO GLOVES 2013
£169.99 VIPER AIR TEXTILE JACKET
SP 8 GLOVES
£64.99
£169.99
AST AIR TEXTILE JACKET £139.99
JAWS LEATHER JACKET
£369.99
SMX 1.1 BOOTS
£129.99
NEW
FROM
HELMET FOR 2013...
NEW
BMW ENDURO HELMET A striking new paint scheme for the versatile Enduro Helmet echoes the colours of the all-new R 1200 GS. This glass fibre helmet is reinforced with lightweight carbon and Kevlar, ensuring the best possible protection at the lowest possible weight. Weighing just 1380g, it boasts a range of features including removable lining and chin pads, a detachable chin spoiler, peak and visor. These features, and more, allow riders to customize the Enduro Helmet for different motorcycles and terrains, even mid-ride, with just a few seconds work.
SAVE ON
DUCATI PARTS
Carbon air deflectors fit 2002-2004 749/999. Was £450 (pair), NOW £250.
An urban biking helmet that combines compactness and great looks. Arriving in store in April
• Comfortable natural fibre interior and ventilation system using air vents and diffusers • QRGS: quick release goggle system • Double anti-fog and antiscratch visor • Facial protection mask • Aerodynamic outer shell • Easy fit for glasses wearers with the goggles
SHOEI Ducati Monster headlight fairing was £236, NOW £145. Fits Monster up to 2000.
Carbon fairing V-piece fits 749/999 2002-2005. Was £223
NOW £150
SHARK RAW NEW
NEW
The Enduro Helmet, available in a selection of colours and sizes, costs £330 for single colours and £350 for multicolour options.
GPS data-logger fits 848, 1098 and 1198. Was £357, NOW £275.
£199
FROM
£399
GT AIR
Brand new and in store now the GT Air from Shoei. Shoei's 1st full face helmet with an internal sun visor features a mix of style, sun protection and ventilation. Its unique style incorporates the flexibility of a drop down sun visor into the helmet without sacrificing safety of the front absorption layer, multiple air inlets and outlets and an integrated spoiler for the best possible performance. Combining fibreglass with organic fibres, the GT-Air’s shell is not only incredibly strong, it is extremely lightweight. In store now from £399
BUY ONLINE: www.shop.ridersmotorcycles.com
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VIP SOFTAIL® BREAKOUT™
EVENING & TEST RIDE WEEKEND
Keep Thursday 2nd May clear in your diaries for the launch of the new Softail® Breakout™. We will be opening both our Bridgwater and Bristol stores on Thursday evening from 6pm to 8pm for a VIP evening where you will get to see the new bike up close and personal for the first time, more details about the event will be available on our website closer to the time but it’s going to be a great evening.
NEW2013BIKES Following on from the Thursday VIP evening event Riders will holding Harley-Davidson® test ride events on Saturday 4th in our Bristol store and our Bridgwater store is opening specially on the Sunday 5th from 10am to 4pm to coincide with the Bridgwater Cider Rally. This will be your chance to ride either the new Street Bob® Special Edition or the new Softail® Breakout™ for the very first time, book your test ride now to avoid disappointment.
NEW SOFTAIL® BREAKOUT™ Big wheels, big paint and classic drag-bike attitude meets premium modern refinement in this all-new attention-grabbing performance cruiser. Long, low-slung with a 240-section rear tyre and chopped fenders for a muscular, tough look. The Breakout is available in three colours Vivid Black, Big Blue Pearl & Ember Red Sunglo priced from £15,645
NEW STREET BOB® SPECIAL EDITION Blacked out and refined to elemental bobber purity for 2013, it's a modern road machine with an authentic old-iron heart. Also available in an exclusively styled, Twin Cam 103™ powered factory-customized limited edition. Two-tone 'Scallop' paint, red rims, larger 103ci engine and ABS as standard. Priced at £11,445, this special edition will only be brought into the UK in very limited volumes!
With the weather improving, many of you will be turning your attention back to two wheels and getting ready to get out on your bikes. However it’s worth bearing a few things in mind before heading out on the open road. To make sure your Harley-Davidson® motorcycle is still running smoothly head down to our dealership ahead of the riding season. While in the care of our staff, you can be sure that your pride and joy will be treated with love and attention and can sleep easy in the knowledge that your bike will be thoroughly checked over.
A service at a Harley-Davidson® dealership is a lot more than just an oil change. Brakes, jiffy stand, latches, fuel lines, battery, suspension, steering head bearings, cables, wiring, electronic equipment, tyres and more are all inspected and adjusted appropriately. What’s more, the bike’s software is checked for official updates - you can’t get this anywhere other than a HarleyDavidson® authorised dealer. In addition, you can be rest assured that as well as all this, all transmission, engine and primary chaincase oils are changed too.*
FREE LED Battery Low Charge Indicator this Spring
Book a service with Riders this spring and claim your free battery charging harness, complete with LED charge indicator. Call our stores in Bridgwater or Bristol now! BUY ONLINE: www.shop.ridersmotorcycles.com
*Based on a 1,000-mile service on a 2010 Touring model © H-D 2013. Harley. Harley-Davidson® and the Bar & Shield logo are among the trademarks of H-D U.S.A., LLC.
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HYPERMOTARD AND HYPERMOTARD SP MODELS...
NOW IN STORE!
Brand new from the ground up, both models introduce the new 110hp Ducati 821cc Testastretta 11o engine in a new Trellis frame equipped with top-of-the range chassis components. The Hypermotard and Hypermotard SP use sharp and sleek styling to maintain an essential dirt-bike look, while enabling agile performance with excellent ergonomics. The Ducati Safety Pack, consisting of latest generation, three-level ABS and eight-level Ducati Traction Control, fully integrate with three Ride-by-Wire engine maps to provide Ducati s highly versatile Riding Modes at the touch of a button. High ground-clearance, a thin waistline and a commanding riding position deliver an instant supermotard feeling, while providing absolute street bike comfort and component quality. The new range takes the Hypermotard concept into the future with refined design and user-friendly technologies intended to enhance its enjoyment to a wider range of riders. These models join the new Multistrada, updated Diavel range and 848 and 1199 Panigale families in the stunning 2013 Ducati model range.
Following their highly anticipated unveiling at the Milan International Motorcycle Show in November, the brand new Hypermotard models are in store now.
The new models deliver an exciting and fun-filled experience, whether riding the daily commute or in the middle of track-day action, and enable practical, everyday motorcycling in absolute Ducati style.
DUCATI UK
HOSPITALITY AT BSB The 2013 UK racing season starts on the weekend of 6th & 7th April with the first round of British Superbikes at Brands Hatch and Ducati are pleased to announce the first appearance of the new 2013 Ducati UK Hospitality Unit.
A full time staff of Hosts/Hostess, Chefs, Baristas and waiters will be available to guests together with the opportunity to view a selection from the 2013 model and apparel ranges. Hospitality includes all day refreshments, lunch & dinner on Saturday, breakfast & lunch on race day, BSB/WSBK weekend entry ticket and Ducati UK Hospitality pass for the package purchased. WSBK
Paddock Passes can only be purchased in conjunction with a Ducati UK Hospitality package. Weekend prices are £200 with race day only at £150, hospitality will be available at all rounds apart from Oulton, Knockhill, Cadwell and Assen.
All tickets are subjected to availability on a first come first served basis and availability is limited to 100 places per day, contact us at Riders to make your purchase! DUCATI STRADA WINTER GLOVES
DUCATI PERFORATED LOGO T-SHIRT
WAS £169 NOW £125
WAS £30 NOW £20
LOW RATE DUCATI FINANCE & FREE BIKE TRAC
From 2nd January to 30th April low rate finance is available on new Monster and Monster Anniversary models, with deposits of between 10% and 50% and APRs from as low as 2.5%.
M696+ for OTR Deposit Min Deposit % Advance Term APR Interest Rate (Fixed) Monthly Repayments Total Amount Payable
£149 Per Month £6,881.00 £1,777.02 26% £5,103.98 36 Months 3.3% APR 3.25% £149.00 £7,141.02
Also in conjunction with the launch of Ducati insurance new Panigale purchasers will be entitled to a free Bike Trac system, including 1 years registration and a 25% discount when they insure through Ducati insurance. This offer is also valid from 2nd January to 30th April 2013. For more information on these great offers please get in touch with your local branch.
FLEECE JACKET
£199
DUCATI JACKET
£199 WAS £336
AGV VALENTINO ROSSI REPLICA HELMET
WAS £499 NOW £399
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Riders of Cardiff
The Ultimate Riding Machine
NEW GS
DRY RANGE
S 1000 RR NOW WITH COMPLIMENTARY BMW TRACK & TRAINING DAY This Spring, customers purchasing a new S 1000 RR will receive a complimentary BMW Track & Training Day (worth £295*).
GS Dry Suit - £750
Meet and be instructed by either WSBK champion Neil Hodgson, ex-GP rider Niall Mackenzie or TT and BSB rider Steve Plater. By learning from the experts, you will have the opportunity to put your new skills and your new bike to the ultimate test at either Donington or Silverstone GP circuits.
Crafted from breathable, tough Cordura 500 fabric, the GS Dry Suit is ready to take on any weather and terrain, featuring a wind and waterproof C.A.R.E Climate membrane and BMW Motorrad’s own NP protectors.
Rallye GS Pro Boot - £300
DEALER DEPOSIT CONTRIBUTION Head-turning dealer deposit contributions are giving selected R 1200 boxer-twin models even more appeal right now. Customers can now benefit from a deposit contribution of £1,000 towards the legendary R 1200 GS Adventure and the mile-munching R 1200 RT Tourer. This offer also applies to great special edition variants of these models, such as the hugely popular R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black. These offers are available with BMW Select Finance, which also gives you appealing monthly payments and a welcome choice of options at the end of your agreement*.
Unique articulated ankle joint, allowing flexibility for riding and walking, but protecting against impact and torsion. Comfort is equally provided for by a removable padded neoprene liner with gel cushioning.
GS Dry Glove - £85
£1,000
A hybrid textile/leather blend with the outstanding Gore-Tex X-Trafit membrane. Offering protection from the elements on and off-road, the GS Dry Glove features abrasion-resistant SuperFabric on the hand and memory foam for impact protection.
BMW R 1200 GS ADVENTURE Term of agreement
36 months
Option to Purchase Fee
On the road cash price
£12,345
Total Amount Payable
35 Monthly payments Customer Deposit Dealer Deposit
Total Deposit
Complimentary
COMFORT PACK with K 1600
TOURING JUST BECAME MORE LUXURIOUS.
£149
£1,899
£1,000
£2,899
£10
Optional Final Payment
£6,218.98
Total Amount of Credit
£9,446
Representative APR
9.5%
Rate of Interest
£14,482.98 8.7% Fixed
With every new K 1600 GTSE/GTLE purchased before 30th April 2013, customers will benefit from a complimentary Comfort Package. This equates to a complimentary benefit of £1,010 (for the K 1600 GTSE) and £1,295 (for the K 1600 GTLE) respectively.
K 1600 GTL Pack Includes
LED Fog Lights Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) Anti-theft alarm system
K 1600 GT Pack Includes
Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) Anti-theft alarm system
BUY ONLINE: www.shop.ridersmotorcycles.com
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Clothing and Offers
BMW SYSTEM 6 EVO HELMET
BMW Motorrad has been developing its own motorcycle helmets since 1961. The System 6 EVO helmet is the current highlight of the ‘BMW helmets’ products and is yet again setting the standard in safety, comfort, and design. In store now from £420
HARLEY-DAVIDSON® SPRING CLOTHING Fleece
£86
Ladies Velocity Base Layer
£91
Ladies 3-in-1
£210
DUCATI DREAM TOURS
A PERFECT WEEKEND OF ITALIAN MOTORCYCLING
Ducati is gearing-up for the new riding season with Ducati Dream Tours. the perfect weekend of Italian motorcycling that combines the unforgettable experience of visiting the famous Italian motorcycle Factory and Museum with the pleasure of riding a Ducati along the legendary roads that surround Bologna. Find out more by visiting the Experience - Ducati Travels section of the official Ducati.com website. Cap
£21
Zip T-Shirt
£59
Hoodie
£91
Woven Shirt
£75 T- Shirt
£59
WORLD OF BMW ANNOUNCES FULL 2013 PROGRAMME
Pro Kidney Belt
£65
Chronograph Watch
£169
BUY ONLINE NOW :
World of BMW which includes BMW Tours, BMW Rider Training and BMW Off Road Skills, has launched its full programme of activities for 2013. Whether a novice or seasoned rider, World of BMW encompasses all that’s great about motorcycling, from obtaining a motorcycle licence or improving riding skills with advanced training, through to indulging in a BMW Track Activities training day, some world-class off-road tuition or even crossing a far-off desert on the motorcycle tour of a lifetime.
www.shop.ridersmotorcycles.com
The brand-new 2013 World of BMW Activity Brochure, which contains over 20 tours, 11 offroad riding experiences and seven on-road training courses, is now available via BMW Motorrad Dealerships and to view online at www.worldofbmw.com.
Summer 3 Touring Trousers
£165
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DUCATI GRANDSTANDS MOTOGP 2013
Silverstone will be host to the British MotoGP race on September 1, where Ducati fans will be able to see the action from a reserved Grandstand at Luffield B. The covered Luffield B Grandstand provides fans with a spectacular view of the bikes arriving down the Wellington Straight into Brooklands Corner before negotiating Luffield.
Weekend ticket prices for a reserved seat are £110 and £95 for Sunday only. Included in the price of the Grandstand ticket will be a 'goody bag' which will include a Ducati T-shirt, lanyard and flag.
BMW SYSTEM 6 HELMETS
FOR 2013 BSB Yeovil's Jessopp has been a regular protagonist in the championship, scoring top ten finishes and just missed out on a maiden podium finish at Donington Park in 2012. Jessopp competed in the World Supersport Championship last season but now is turning his attention back to Britain as he prepares to return stronger and determined to claim a position in the coveted end of season Showdown. The RidersMotorcycles.com team will switch to BMW for the new season; the prestigious manufacturer featured in the Showdown last year and was tantalisingly close to appearing on the MCE British Superbike Championship podium for the first time.
while stocks last!
Martin Jessopp said: "I have unfinished business in BSB and that is why I want to get back out there again. I think I took a year away at the wrong time in hindsight; at the time it was for the right reasons but I left when I was at my strongest position in the championship. It feels good to be back and on a competitive bike and everyone has seen that the BMW is a strong package in BSB. I want to start the season and straight away pick up where we left off; there is no time to settle in and get comfortable but because I have raced the BMW before I don't think it will be an issue. We have the bikes stripped down at the moment and planning our test schedule so we can be ready for Brands Hatch. I want to be back up and fighting at the front and definitely pushing for the Showdown."
While stocks last we have a limited number of System 6 Helmets in our Cardiff store with considerable savings. The BMW Motorrad System 6 helmet makes a wireless voice link possible between two helmets and other Bluetooth components like a navigation system, mobile telephone, or MP3 player. Team owner Phil Jessopp said: "I am pleased to announce that the team will be back in the British Superbike Championship this season after a tough year in 2012. We really are looking forward to the new season and pushing to try and improve on our previous results in the championship. Martin has learnt a lot and I think that will benefit him this season. We are now looking forward to our first test with the BMW; the bike clearly has strong potential in the championship and we are feeling confident about the forthcoming season." Watch Martin when the series kicks off at Brands Hatch from the 5th to 7th April
CONTACT US:
As well as contacting us by phone or in person we are very happy to take e-mail enquiries, either use the contact form on our website or simply direct your enquiry to
enquiries@ridersmotorcycles.com
Riders of Bridgwater Riders House, Wylds Road, Bridgwater TA6 4DH Tel: 01278 457 652’
Bridgwater
Bristol
Cardiff
Riders of Bristol 519-521 Stockwood Road, Brislington, Bristol BS4 5LR Tel: 0117 958 8777
Riders of Cardiff Sloper Road, Cardiff CF11 8AB Tel: 02920 233559
Opening Times:
Monday - Saturday 9.00am - 6.00pm
www.ridersmotorcycles.com
Photographs in this magazine are for illustration purposes only and may not be the featured model. Prices and product information correct at the time of going to press. E&OE.
JESSOPP ON BMW
£299