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SEPTEMBER 2017 FOLLOW US facebook.com/ Motorcycle.Trader.UK FOLLOW US twitter.com/ MCTraderUK CONTENTS REDCAT MARKETING LTD Newhaven, East Sussex BN9 0EF 39 EVENTS CALENDAR Tel: 01273 616040 www.motorcycletrader.net 65 REGISTRATION STATISTICS June & July 2017 PUBLISHING EDITOR: Jenni Foulkes COLUMNS [email protected] 11 ON CHINA Our man in China introduces SUBEDITOR: Zongshen to Norton David Bradford 36 ASSOCIATION VOICE ON-LINE EDITOR: A month in the life of the MCIA Andy Foulkes 65 END USER [email protected] Fantic, p26 Williams reckons he knows why scooter sales are plummeting DESIGN: Callum Tomsett FEATURES BUSINESS ADVERTISING: 12 BUSINESS NEWS 10 PRODUCT LAUNCH: CLEAN TRIAL Rod Sopp CYCLES 38 TRADE MART [email protected] Apico adds new range of lightweight Find your supplier here cycles to its portfolio CONTRIBUTORS: 40 BUSINESS JOURNAL 13 FEATURE: VETS GARAGE Illegal workers and new debt Adam Bernstein How motorcycle restoration is helping collection process David Bradford ex-servicemen Dave McMullan 43 TRADER DIRECTORY Stevie Muir 19 PRODUCT FEATURE: LUBRICANTS A-Z of company contact details – A competitive sector serviced by a importers, distributors, product and Mark Williams number of proactive brands service suppliers
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MOTOGEAR’S RECRUITING LATEST TRADE & Northamptonshire-based distributor Motogear has moved into new headquarters, and is recruiting in the following areas: INDUSTRY NEWS internal sales, external sales and logistics. For more information on remuneration, contact 01536 485 484, quoting the reference MCT. MCIA launches theft GOVERNMENT GREEN LIGHT FOR reporting scheme MCIA-ACCREDITED Trade victims urged to share break-in information TRAINING The government’s Driving The Motorcycle Industry domain. The Association is also and Vehicle Standards Agency Association (MCIA), and National keen to point out that recording (DVSA) is officially endorsing the Motorcycle Dealer Association theft details on this secure Motorcycle Industry Accreditation (NMDA) have responded to website is additional to, and not Centre’s (MCIAC’s) ATB recent increases in the theft of a substitute for, contacting local managers’ course. motorcycles from dealer premises police and insurance companies. Following evaluation, the by putting in place a simple system “Though this will naturally DVSA’s Mark Winn and Chris for dealers to centrally record involve extra work at a time when Parr jointly stated: “There is thefts they have suffered. the business may be under strain, clear evidence the MCIAC Quality In a joint statement the two it is a simple and straightforward Assurance Programme is based on organisations explained: “Given process,” states the MCIA. “The and reflects the DVSA’s National the structure of the police sharing of information will help Standards. The comprehensive force nationally, and its general the Association highlight the framework developed by MCIAC classification of crimes, there is issues current impacting the provides detailed and clear no central information that the motorcycle industry nationwide standards of business operations police can draw upon to establish and could assist police forces to that ATBs should aspire to.” whether the criminality is tackle the criminals that could well An evaluation report praised organised nationally or regionally.” be moving around the country.” course assets as “clear” and The MCIA claims that the The website is: “easy to follow” and would help submitted data will enable the size motorcycledealertheftreporting. improve standards. of the problem to be quantified, co.uk The MCIA’s Karen Cole, who allowing police to spot trends and set up MCIAC four years ago, determine geographical patterns. stated: “The DVSA has always In the event of a motorcycle been sympathetic to the aims business suffering a theft or break of MCIAC, but it was vital that in, the details can be recorded we had an official endorsement on the dedicated website www. gained through evaluation. We motorcycledealertheftreporting. are delighted that we now have co.uk. The MCIA reassures dealers this and that we have exceeded that this information will only be expectations.” shared with the police and will never be released into the public
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EUROPEAN Q2 STATS REVEAL DIP New MOT reminder IN REGISTRATIONS DVSA prepares to launch email alert service Motorcycle sales down five per cent across the Continent The National Motorcycle Dealers Combined registrations of Association (NMDA) reports that motorcycles and mopeds in the the Driver and Vehicle Standards EU were 682,008 units during Agency (DVSA) is developing an Q2 2017, representing a decrease MOT reminder service to ensure of three per cent compared to that motorcycle owners get their same quarter of the previous bikes tested on time. Coming soon: MOT reminders year, according to the latest At any one time, a significant from your smartphone figures released by the European number of motorcycles (and Association of Motorcycle cars) are overdue their MOT, yet to sign up to get an email one Manufacturers (ACEM). research shows that in the vast month before their machine’s Italy was the best performing majority of cases, the owners are MOT is due, and they’ll get market, with 137,483 units (+5.9 not deliberately avoiding getting another email if they still have per cent compared to Q2 2016). their vehicle tested. Rather, they not had the vehicle tested two Registrations also went up in have simply forgotten. weeks later. France (134,036 units, +4.5 per The DVSA wants to make sure The agency is still conducting cent). This contrasts with the these vehicles undertake MOT on user research and testing, prior situation in other large European time so that dangerous faults are to launching the service. Once markets such as Germany found, and can be fixed. live, it will be available on the (102,929 units, -12.6 per cent), Riders and drivers will be able gov.uk website. Spain (76,558 units, -5.3 per cent) and the UK (56,677 units, -14.1 per cent). Registrations of motorcycles in the EU reached 520,846 units during Q2 2017 (-4.9 per cent NMDA: ‘Up to date on compared to Q2 2016). The Italian motorcycle market is currently the largest in Europe with 124,913 data protection?’ units registered in Q2 2017 (+6.6 per cent compared to the same Dealer Association offers legal compliance help quarter of the previous year). Motorcycle registrations also increased in France (91,494 units, The new General Data Protection suppliers keep and use this data. +2.6 per cent), but decreased in Regulations (GDPR) introduce new Preparing for compliance will take Germany (88,322 units, -12.3 stricter requirements for keeping significant time and resources per cent), Spain (67,373 vehicles, and using personal data. The and putting in place a GDPR -8.1 per cent) and the UK (53,549 deadline for compliance is 25th implementation programme is units, -13.4 per cent). May 2018, and breaches of the new vital to ensure that businesses can Registrations in the moped rules will have major consequences. continue to use and share data in segment in the EU increased by The NMDA has outlined that it compliance with applicable laws. 3.66 per cent (161,162 units), is imperative for businesses to have The NMDA has drawn up a led by strong growth in the two a strategy for compliance in place, questionnaire for dealers to send largest European markets, namely as failure to comply will result in to suppliers, manufacturers, DMS France (42,542 units, up nine per harsh fines. providers, insurers and finance cent) and the Netherlands (37,032 The new requirements will have houses, and has also designed units, +8.4 per cent). significant impact on dealers; in a template covering letter that Total registrations of electric particular, on how they keep and outlines why this process is being mopeds, motorcycles and secure customer data, and their carried out. quadricycles reached 13,089 units ability to carry out direct marketing To assist its members in meeting during Q2 2017, an increase of campaigns. There is also an issue the challenge of GDPR compliance, 30.5 per cent compared to Q2 around the transferring of personal the NMDA will hold a workshop in 2016 (10,576 units). data to and from suppliers such September, with another planned as manufacturers and how these for the end of the year.
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Neil Fletcher NEWS: More at www.motorcycletrader.net – Updated every day Apico dealers Get testing New electronic systems sampled by retailers at off-road day
Apico recently invited some of its dump the clutch and trust the new Apico director Dylan Brown UK dealers to Apex Motocross technology to do its job. added: “We invited the dealers Track in Worcester to test new Tom Duddle, MX dealer POA to let them experience the products from Get. The Get team Racing, said: “I’d had the systems products so they can see and flew in from Italy to prepare the explained to me previously by my feel the difference. A number of bikes, and the dealers tried out the Apico rep and staff in the office, dealers and riders who attended latest electronic ignition systems but it wasn’t until I tried the today ordered the products they and launch controls. system myself I saw the amazing tested, which is a testament to the The riders had a few laps to benefits, certainly from the launch benefits they offer.” familiarise themselves with the control device. My starts vastly To book on to the next Get surroundings and conditions improved and by the fourth or test day with Apico, email with their bike in standard form. fifth attempt, I had the perfect [email protected] for dates and After that, the Get technicians start dialled.” availability. fitted the appropriate RX1 Power ECU, LC-GPA (launch and power control system) along with the Mode button. The riders went out again and tested the ECU with the power restricted. Later, the participants went to a controlled starting area to test the launch control aspect of the system. They simulated a race start, holding the throttle at the point where the LC-GPA began to flash, showing the optimum start Apico dealers test position for their machine — from Get products where, all they had to do was Master-class for Scottish police Lessons in security marking for law enforcement north of the border
Officers from Police Scotland Scotland’s response to the rise in have received specialist Master motorcycle thefts and antisocial Security Scheme training to spot behaviour. The training, delivered stolen motorcycles. Backed by the to 50 officers across the Scottish Motorcycle Industry Association, force, will help equip police with Master is the UK’s only official the skills to quickly identify national scheme. machines marked with the Master More than 220,000 bikes have Scheme technologies. been Master-tagged nationwide, Chief Inspector James Jones, in an effort to deter thieves. The who is leading Operation Soteria, scheme uses technology to mark said: “This training is vital in the motorcycle’s major component speeding up the process of being for Police Scotland due to the parts with visible and concealed able to identify stolen vehicles. dangers this poses to the public, elements — datadots, stealth Operation Soteria aims to reduce the police and anti-social riders etching and radio frequency theft of motorcycles and the themselves.” identification transponders — knock-on effect of stolen vehicles For more information on the providing a unique fingerprint. being used for anti-social riding scheme, visit www.masterscheme. Operation Soteria is Police and is a significant priority org.
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p005009_news_dB.indd 8 28/08/2017 00:27 SAFETY FORUM Bickers’ new HEARS LATEST IDEAS The National Motorcycle Conference marketing manager took place in Hinckley, Leicestershire, at the end of August, and included Suffolk-based distributor announces new appointment presentations on how to reduce motorcycle casualties. Speakers included Nick Adderley, the National The distributor Bickers has Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) new appointed Nikki McCluney as its lead for motorcycling; Tanya Fosdick, new marketing manager. McCluney who presented an evaluation of the was previously marketing manager National BikeSafe scheme; Lembit at HiQ Goodyear Dunlop, and Opik reflected on the issues from a has over 20 years of senior-level motorcyclist’s perspective; Kathrine marketing experience under her Wilson-Ellis explained what Highways belt. Supporting the Bickers UK England is doing to reduce motorcycle dealer network, she will work to casualties; and Dr Shaun Helman strengthen the market position of provided insight into ‘Looked But Failed brands such as Ferodo, Motorex, To See’ collisions. Other topics covered Maxxis, Champion, CZ and D.I.D. included engineering solutions, young Derek McMartin, managing riders, the use of Cognitive Behaviour director at Bickers, said: “I’m very Therapy for reducing rider stress and happy to be welcoming Nikki into the marketing of motorcycle safety the Bickers family. Her wealth initiatives. For more information, visit www.roadsafetygb.org.uk. of experience makes her a great Nikki McCluney match for us.” KTM opens electronics R&D centre in Germany Austrian manufacturer’s latest bid to lure Teutonic boffins
KTM AG has opened a new, its close proximity to a local The site’s focus is on 438sqm R&D centre in higher education institution and motorcycle electronics Rosenheim, Germany, in a experts. It will accommodate up development, from concept location that was chosen for to 30 employees. to finished design, such as systems to facilitate digital connectivity between the rider and motorcycle. Philipp Habsburg, KTM’s head of R&D, said: “New products and the constant implementation of technical innovations enable us to meet the high expectations of our customers and open up new markets on a long-term basis. In 2016, KTM AG invested around €110m in model development… With the opening of the new KTM R&D Centre in Rosenheim, we are continuing this [development] KTM’s new German facility trend in Germany.”
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p005009_news_dB.indd 9 28/08/2017 00:27 PRODUCT LAUNCH: Clean Bikes Clean start for Apico Apico, the Lancashire-based off-road trade distributor, has taken a slight change of direction with its latest new product and has ventured into the world of cycle trials with the introduction of Clean Bike trial
he discipline, formerly known as Cyclo Trials back in the late T seventies and early eighties, is a re-emerging one in the UK and is building a steady following and caters for novice youth riders, right through to competition-level adults. The Clean range of adult 20” and 26” wheeled bikes cover X1 entry- level, X2 mid-level, X2 World Cup and editions. The main differences between the models are the grades of crank, braking systems, frame diameters and items such as the Apico’s Dylan Brown and Anna Lena Eriksson with Toni Bou carbon forks, which are available on the World Cup Edition X2. For those wanting the ultimate in a ropean Champion and Clean brand able through Apico Factory Racing. light-weight trial bicycle, there’s creator Abel Mustieles, who had Said Brown: “It was with great a specialist K1 version complete initially created the bikes to give deliberation and anticipation Anna with a full carbon frame and forks. himself the edge in world competi- and I decided to embark on such a To date, in the 26” wheeled sector tion. To add to the marque’s cred- project outside of our known mar- of the bike trial market, Clean are ibility, trials legends Toni Bou and ket. We saw a product that could the only company in the world to Adam Raga were quickly signed be used without consideration for offer a full carbon framed bike. The up as brand ambassadors and pre- noise restrictions and licensed S1 entry level range, for the young sented with their own Clean bikes. tracks as with off-road motorcy- rider, is available in 18” and 20” Clean is now part of the same cling. This is an everyday product versions. company as Hebo and so, as the for a mass market with less invest- Apico Factory Racing has UK distributor of Hebo Trials, it ment to the end user, in both time always had a close affiliation with made perfect sense for Apico Fac- and money, than off-road motorcy- motorcycle trials and so, when the tory Racing to also distribute Clean cling. There’s a definite crossover company’s director’s received an cycles. with motorbike trials riding and, invitation, via Hebo, to the launch Alongside the range of Clean with bikes available for the very of the new Clean bike trial brand, bikes, Hebo has designed a range young just getting into the sport, they were keen to find out more. of clothing and protection for the right up to the Carbon framed The launch was held at Sea Otter bike trial rider. With everything 20” & 26” full professional cycles, Europe and it was here that Dylan from helmets, shin guards to cycle there’s a Clean bike for everyone”. Brown and Anna Lena Eriksson t shirts, shorts and trainers, there’s Eriksson added; “I can see the met multi Bike Trial World and Eu- a full range of products, also avail- youth market being a real area for growth. It’s the type of product a parent can take for their child on 20 inch Clean bike 26 inch X2 WC Edition the weekend to a trial, and he can use and practise with minimal su- pervision. You see many kids doing this at motocross events on their BMX’s, why not on a Clean bike at a trials event?” Email [email protected] for further information and to enquire about stockist opportunities.
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P010_APICO.indd 10 28/08/2017 19:11 ON CHINA: David McMullan Norton and Zongshen: an unlikely couple Chinese bike industry consultant David McMullan describes how he helped facilitate a deal between one of China’s biggest motorcycle companies and, remarkably, Norton
ast year I was approached by engines, a feat that Zongshen favour visibility in this partnership; Zongshen, one of the biggest have to match at any cost if it is to the engines will not be branded L motorcycle manufacturers in compete on the global markets. Norton, nor marketed in Europe. the world, with a rather unusual Now, to close the gap on its rival, It is likely that the Zongshen- request. “Find us someone to Zongshen has signed a 20-year Norton deal will set a precedent. build us a 650cc engine,” they deal in which Norton (with It may turn out to be the catalyst implored. It was indicative of the engineering design firm Ricardo) for other Chinese motorcycle limited capability of the Chinese will manufacture a 650cc parallel manufacturers to seek help from motorcycle industry: a giant twin engine complete with Euro 4 overseas. In recent years, the company totally unable to source a certificate of conformity. Chinese industry has struggled partner for engine manufacture, let Thomas Fan of Zongshen told to maintain its dominance in alone make it themselves. me: “We are extremely happy to developing countries as Indian My first reaction was, “You partner with Piaggio, why don’t you “’You partner with Piaggio already, so why not ask consult them about this?” – only to be told that the relationship them to make your engine?’ I asked. The answer with Piaggio was strictly scooters- left me more baffled than I was at the start” only. On asking why they couldn’t expand this partnership beyond scooters, I was subjected to a have made this deal with Norton. bikes have quickly gained favour, nonsensical diatribe that left Zongshen produces over four leaving China looking to different me more baffled than before. million engines a year but we have markets the cash coming. Undeterred, I took up the challenge. long wished to enter into new At the moment there are still My first point of contact was markets. Having an exclusive deal only a handful of Chinese factories Rotax, whose representatives for the new engine allows this. building bikes with engines bigger were, in truth, really quite rude “Last year we started a big push than 600cc (Loncin and CFMoto to me about partnering with into America with our Cyclone being the most successful) but the Zongshen. So I emailed my UK brand, and it’s that brand we pervasive feeling in the industry expert, legendary motorcycle believe can carry us forward in is that manufacturers will have racer Phil Read, who, as usual, other parts of the world. Most of to adapt and evolve or go out of was completely on the ball. Phil our export models are rebranded business. Indeed, I believe that the suggested offering a partnership to local company names but the industry needs to lose at least half with Norton. We set up a meeting acquisition of these engines will of its factories to survive. in the UK and the result seems to mean that we will be doing a lot less Quite clearly, Zongshen has be a win-win cooperation between of that in the future.” entered into a deal that will the two companies. I recall, from the initial talks, shake up the rest of the Chinese Zongshen has long lagged ideas being pushed back and forth. motorcycle industry. Hopefully this behind its bitter rival Loncin, One suggestion was for Norton event will serve to awaken others which has enjoyed a successful to produce a 350cc bike for Asian from their complacent slumber. It partnership with BMW for many markets, though that seems to have would be good to see some other years. One of the benefits of that been shelved for the moment in companies follow suit, perhaps partnership has been Loncin’s favour of a deal limited to purchase even developing bikes with engines ability to produce decent-sized and sale. Norton evidently does not over the 1,000cc mark.
David McMullan is an expert on the Chinese motorcycle industry: chinamotorcyclenews.com
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P027_CHINA_dB.indd 11 28/08/2017 00:35 NEWS: More at www.motorcycletrader.net – Updated every day BUSINESS & FINANCE NEWS
credits, or that they are not of change and is taking steps “to Small business claiming their full entitlement. ensure a smooth transition to a The R&D tax relief scheme has digital tax system.” financial match- been in existence for over 15 Roll out for Making Tax Digital has years and nearly £2 billion per been amended so that under the making service annum is currently being claimed. new timetable: On average SMEs are claiming ■ only businesses with a turnover Small businesses struggling £46,000 each per year. above the VAT threshold (currently to access finance from big If your company is taking a £85,000) will have to keep digital banks gained almost £4m of risk by innovating, improving, or records and only for VAT purposes funding thanks to an innovative developing a product, process, or ■ they will only need to do so from matchmaking scheme. service, then you can quality for 2019 The government-backed bank R&D tax credits. ■ businesses will not be asked to referral scheme, launched in Full story at growthbusiness. keep digital records, or to update November 2016, requires nine of co.uk HMRC quarterly, for other taxes the UK’s biggest banks to pass on until at least 2020 the details of small businesses http://www.parliament. they have turned down for loans to The digital uk/business/publications/ three finance platforms – Funding written-questions-answers- Xchange, Business Finance revolution and small statements/written-statement/ Compared and Funding Options. Commons/2017-07-13/HCWS47/ These platforms then share their businesses details with alternative finance providers and go on to facilitate a The digital revolution has reached Inaccurate conversation between the business every aspect of our lives, and and any provider who expresses one sector which has the most to information in an interest in supplying finance to benefit from digital innovations them. is that of SMEs. Adopting digital renewal documents A fourth finance platform, in all aspects of a business is a Alternative Business Funding, will norm now and it’s important that New rules introduced by the join the scheme from 1st November it forms part of any small business Financial Conduct Authority 2017 to further widen the options plan. The website smallbusiness. (FCA) in April 2017 require firms available to businesses. co.uk has examined four aspects to clearly show the insurance of the digital revolution that a new premium a customer paid last year business must adopt to stay ahead alongside their proposed renewal R&D tax credits – of the curve: banking, accounting, premium. website and online profile. The FCA has found that what you need to More on this subject is available Admiral included inaccurate at smallbusiness.co.uk premium amounts in renewal know documents issued to some customers by publishing last year’s R&D tax relief isn’t limited New timetable for quoted premium, before discounts to companies doing work in were applied, rather than what the laboratories. In fact, almost any Making Tax Digital customer actually paid. Admiral company in any industry is eligible will now make changes to ensure it for R&D tax credits, so long The government’s plan to force is fully compliant with FCA rules. as the business is undertaking firms to use a purely online digital The FCA is currently assessing development activities to seek to tax regime - Making Tax Digital firms’ implementation of these achieve an advancement in science - and to report to HM Revenue & rules to ensure that firms are or technology. Many businesses Customs (HMRC) multiple times giving customers clear and fair are doing this in their day-to-day a year, has been watered down. disclosure on their renewal prices. work, from software development It says it has listened to concerns https://www.fca.org.uk/ and engineering companies to raised by parliamentarians, in publications/increasing- firms working in food production. particular, the Treasury Select transparency-and-engagement- Many businesses don’t realise Committee, businesses and renewal-general-insurance- that they qualify for R&D tax professional bodies about the pace markets-ps16-21
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P012013_BUSINESS & VETS.indd 12 28/08/2017 22:49 PROFILE: Veterans’ Garage Veterans’ Garage The transition from combat to Civvie Street can be a difficult task for Britain’s military veterans. Very often there is little or no help available to them in terms of helping them adapt to civilian life after serving in Britain’s military forces, but now thanks to the Veterans’ Garage, and motorcycles, all that is about to change
he aim of the Veteran’s Garage in Greater Manchester is to T create a friendly and relaxed place for veterans with the aim of helping them with the transition out of the armed forces. It is de- signed to be a place where they can relax, take their families, tinker with motorcycles and classic cars, receive therapy, learn new skills and gain life improving qualifica- tions. The project is the brainchild of Vets Garage HQ the Redshaw family with father Dave and brothers Dan and Jay (himself a veteran of Afghanistan) enthusiasts than “community”. look outside of this supporting in the lead. Co-founder Dan Red- Traditionally automotive and avia- a range of causes. The Veterans’ shaw reports; “Veterans’ Garage tion events have always brought Garage will have facilities of offers a unique approach to provid- people together, but the universal such a high standard that even ing support to military veterans subject nature creates a diverse those without a vested interest in across the country enabling them collective of people, of all ages, motorcycles and cars will enjoy to have a stable social hub, to learn genders, races or religions that is them. Becoming a stand-alone new skills and receive the support unlike any other interest group. ” charity once funded, this social and advice that is available to The location of the first Veter- involvement and ‘clubhouse’ feel them. Our aim is to build a hub for ans’ Garage is Greater Manchester, is exceptionally important – as is- ex-servicemen and the local com- at the City airport in Salford (it sues of loneliness and isolation are munity to come together, creating used to be called Barton airfield). not just limited to veterans but are a facility that can serve as a venue The initial project is to restore especially prevalent in the elderly. for unique motorcycle and car a Grade 2 listed WWII airport As a vested supporter in the Cam- related events that can raise funds terminal which will eventually paign to End Loneliness, we will and awareness for local causes. host a working garage, showroom, always look to support the older Our community project is to clubhouse and training centre. generation, whether or not they are restore a Grade 2 listed WWII air- Afghanistan veteran and co- from a military background.” port terminal building into a base founder Jay Redshaw sums it up The VG relies on volunteers and for a motorcycle and classic car nicely; “The users of the Veterans’ donations. Anyone wishing to help restoration garage. Its main aim is Garage facilities can be proud support the Veterans’ Garage or to support veterans suffering from that all profits made at the site even just find out more can contact recent combat stress; the garage will positively impact all kinds of David McMullan at englishman- will also work to alleviate some of charities. Though initially the fo- [email protected] the loneliness and isolation of the cus will be on the ex-service group, Further information is also older generation. There is no better once a level of self-sustainability available at www.veteransgarage. term for the world of automotive has been achieved, our efforts can co.uk.
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CASA LAMBRETTA 200SS CYLINDER KIT The Casa Lambretta 200SS cylinder kit is now available from stock from VE. The new 200SS 66mm reed valve cylinder kit features a forged piston kit, six-petal reed valve, bridged exhaust port, and has been designed to offer the best possible performance from the Lambretta 125/150/175cc small block engine. It has been tested by the Casa Lambretta race team over the past three years. VE advises: “The cylinder kit performs best with a 28/30mm carburettor and high quality performance exhaust.” The kit is supplied complete with all gaskets, carb flange rubber, reed block, and matched red anodised cylinder head. “This reed valve cylinder kit is designed to improve SRP: £675 the performance of small Lambretta motors” Contact: 0115 946 2991 ve-trade.com
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P014017_PRODS_dB.indd 14 28/08/2017 00:41 DENALI 2.0 AUXILIARY LIGHTS R&G has added the Denali 2.0 auxiliary lighting and accessory collection to its range. The latest lights are brighter than their predecessors and, claims Denali, more durable, robust and versatile. They feature Cree high-intensity 10W LEDs, and each kit includes two spot lenses and two elliptical flood lenses. The lights are encased in a DrySeal, submersible waterproof construction. An amber lens is also available, for added daytime visibility. SRP: from £259.99 Contact: 01420 89007 rg-racing.com
ACERBIS JET ARIA HELMET Acerbis has announced the arrival of a new scooter/trials helmet, available in three colour versions: white, black and fluorescent yellow. The Jet Aria helmet features a thermoplastic shell, ventilation, a removable lining and an internal sun-visor. SRP: £49.99 Contact: 01582 491076 acerbisb2b.co.uk
SPADA SALT FLATS GLOVES The Spada Salt Flats is a medium-length gauntlet glove with a nod to retro sports styling. It has a goat hide outer shell, stretch panels in key ergonomic areas with a gentle pre-curved fit and PU padding to the fingers, palm and back of the hand. Additional features include a polyester lining, wrist strap, silicone grip fingertip covering, and anti-slip palm. Available in sizes S-XL. SRP: £39.99 Contact: 01384 413841 spadaclothing.co.uk
AJS CADWELL 125 The AJS Cadwell is designed to evoke British café racer bikes of the Fifties and Sixties. The Clubman model has addition features including upside-down front suspension, piggy-back alloy rear shocks, side number boards, a special solo seat with white piping and black anodised, billet alloy clip-on handle bars. Available in black with gold livery. The Cadwell is Euro 4 compliant. SRP £2,699 Contact: 01264 365103 ajsmotorcycles.co.uk
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P014017_PRODS_dB.indd 15 28/08/2017 00:41 NEW PRODUCTS: The latest stock items for showroom and workshop
SPIDI H2OUT X-TOUR TEXTILE JACKET The Spidi X-Tour has a waterproof lining and a waterproof zipper. As well as waterproofing and wind proofing, the X-tour is ventilated, allowing use in warmer weather. The jacket features a removable thermal lining, attachment zip to join to trousers, waterproof pocket, and straps to adjust and fasten CE protectors. Available in sizes M-XXL. SRP: £433.99 Contact: 01384 413841 spidiuk.com “The X-Tour jacket is waterproof, windproof and can be ventilated, for use in all conditions”
ANLAS TOURNEE SCOOTER TYRES The Anlas Tournee is a new-to-UK scooter tyre described by Cambrian Tyres as offering “superb wet and dry weather performance while being very keenly priced”. An increased range of sizes has recently arrived in the UK, and the range also includes radial sizes for the growing maxi-scooter market and bikes such as the MT-125. SRP: £Phone Contact: 01970 624004 anlas-tyres.co.uk
GOODRIDGE ABS BRAIDED BRAKE LINE KITS Goodridge has introduced a new range of braided brake line kits suitable for ABS applications. Claimed advantages include greater braking efficiency, greater resistance to abrasion and corrosion, elimination of sponginess under heavy braking, added reliability and improved aesthetics. Each brake line is manufactured from PTFE hose, wrapped in a stainless-steel braid and is pressure-tested to 2,000psi. There is a choice of 14 colours. Supplied with Goodridge lifetime guarantee. SRP: from £41.99 Contact: 01392 440640 goodridge.co.uk
16 September 2017 • www.motorcycletrader.net
P014017_PRODS_dB.indd 16 28/08/2017 00:41 PYRAMID PLASTICS HUGGER EXTENSION FOR KAWASAKI Z1000 British bodywork and accessories specialist Pyramid Plastics has expanded its range of hugger extensions with a version for Kawasaki’s Z1000/SX models. As well as offering improved protection at the rear of the bike for both rider, passenger, luggage and machine, the extension is designed to subtly complement the OE hugger. The range caters for more than 75 models. SRP: £Phone Contact: 01427 677990 pyramid-plastics.co.uk
NEWFREN BRAKE PADS FOR SCOOTERS Newfren manufactures an extensive range of brake pads and shoes for most classic and automatic scooters, available through VE. The latest brake pad fitments cover a range of over 80 models from 50 to 650cc from Honda, Hyosung, Kymco, Malaguti, Peugeot, Piaggio, Suzuki, Sym, and Yamaha. Newfren products are manufactured in Italy. SRP: from £6.27 Contact: 0115 946 2991 ve-trade.com
SCORPION EXHAUSTS FOR SUZUKI GSX-R1000 Scorpion Exhausts has introduced two new slip-on exhaust systems for the latest Suzuki GSX-R1000: the Serket Taper and RP-1GP silencers. Both options come complete with link-pipe and fitting kit for easy ‘fit and ride’ installation. The Serket Taper silencer comes in a choice of brushed stainless steel, carbon fibre or satin titanium. The RP-1GP silencer is available in carbon fibre or satin titanium. SRP: £329 Contact: 01773 744123 scorpion-exhausts.com
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P014017_PRODS_dB.indd 17 28/08/2017 00:41 JOSH BROOKES ANVIL HIRE TAG RACING YAMAHA
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18 September 2017 • www.motorcycletrader.net
p019024_lubes.indd 18 28/08/2017 22:47 FEATURE: Motorcycle lubricants
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p019024_lubes.indd 19 28/08/2017 22:47 FEATURE: Motorcycle lubricants
PETRONAS Feridax T: 01384 413841 feridax.com The motorcycle arm of Petronas draws from its expertise in the automotive industry, particularly Fromula One, and produces a wide range of quality oils such as Petronas Syntium Moto 4SX, lubricants, and cleaners such as Petronas chain cleaner and bike degreasers. As the official UK distributor for Petronas Lubricants, Feridax, believes this is a brand that allows riders of every level to ‘strike oil’ by discovering how Syntium Moto products can improve the rideability of their motorcycles, whilst reducing noise and prolonging the life of moving parts. The Syntium Moto range of motorcycle oils are specially engineered to provide ultimate engine protection and performance for engines running under the most demanding conditions, enhancing gear change, transmission and power in the process. ■ Syntium Moto 2SP – Ultimate performance Fully-Synthetic Two- The range includes; Stroke motorcycle oil ■ Syntium Moto 4SP – Optimum performance Fully-Synthetic Four- ■ Syntium Moto 2SX – Next generation Synthetic Blend Two-Stroke Stroke motorcycle oil motorcycle oil ■ Syntium Moto 4SX – Next generation Synthetic Blend Four-Stroke Petronas stockists receive an on-going 25 per cent discount. Sav- motorcycle oil ings are also available on 60 and 200 litre barrel purchases. In store ■ Syntium Moto 2S – Scooter focussed Synthetic Based Two-Stroke display stands are available on pack purchases. Profit margins up to motorcycle oil 50 per cent.
LIQUI MOLY 4T Shooter - For improved Bike It economy ■ Fuel System Cleaner T: 023 8065 8700 ■ Optimises engine perfor- bikeittrade.com mance ■ Improves fuel economy Liqui Moly is the official lubricant supplier ■ Reduces emissions to all Moto2 and Moto3 teams, selected and ■ Corrosion protection performance tested by HRC Japan, and used ■ For 4-stroke carb and fuel exclusively across the two championships. injected engines ■ For 4-stroke engines Developed and manufactured in Germany, ■ One 80ml is sufficient for 5-10 litres of ■ Use between oil changes the Liqui Moly Shooters additive range fuel targets three areas; increased performance, ■ Recommended for use at every fuelling The Liqui Moly oil range covers road and off- improved economy and enhanced engine life. road with all variations of viscosity to cover The additives are designed to keep the bike’s Engine Flush Shooter - For enhanced bikes both current and old. Fully-synthetic, fuel system and engine free of harmful and engine life semi-synthetic and mineral are available in damaging deposits, and guarantee better ■ Oil circuit flush and clean one, four, 20, 60 and 205 litres. 10W/40 throttle response and performance. Shooters ■ Restores engine performance one-litre prices start at £8.99. High trade are a single use 80ml solution designed to be ■ Thorough engine cleansing margins available. added to the tank when refuelling, each carry ■ Promotes longer engine life Bike It also offers several Liqui Moly full a suggested retail price of £4.99. ■ Will not harm seals or gaskets in-store display options including wall stands, ■ Safe for catalytic converters free-standing displays and an exclusive Speed Shooter - for increased oil-dispensing cabinet. Performance The brand will feature at ■ Increases acceleration the upcoming Motocross ■ Improves engine performance of Nations (the oil is used ■ Promotes optimum combustion by Monster Energy DRT ■ For 4-stroke and 2-stroke engines Kawasaki team in MXGP ■ One 80ml is sufficient for 10 litres and MX2) and the Dirt Bike of fuel Show in October. ■ Recommended for use at every fuelling
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p019024_lubes.indd 20 28/08/2017 22:47 ROCK OIL prehensive range of promotional support serviced in the in the motorcycle trade by T: 01925 636191 material available. A Rock Oil display rack is eight distributors covering the whole of the available in two size options, Rock signage country, all of whom carry the complete rockoil.co.uk for internal and external use, brochures, range of motorcycle and racing products and posters, stickers, etc, plus a large Rock are happy to deal with all stocking require- Rock Oil has vast racing and motorsport branded clothing range. ments whatever the size and nature of the experience enjoying many British and Rock Oil has a competitive retail pricing motorcycle business. There is no minimum World championship successes, ensuring structure with healthy dealer margins. It is order size. that they are at the forefront of lubrication technology. Rock Oil is the official lubricant of the MCE British Superbike Series and puts the brand right at the forefront of one of the largest and most popular motorsport series in the world. Rock Oil is also the official lubricant of the FIM TrialGP World Championship. The Rock Oil high performance motor- cycle lubricant range covers road bikes, off road bikes and both modern and classic scooters. The company has a large and com- Rock Oil has a competitive retail pricing structure with healthy dealer margins
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p019024_lubes.indd 21 28/08/2017 22:47 FEATURE: Motorcycle lubricants
FUCHS Silkolene constantly changing motorcycle industry. in Silkolene’s laboratories before market T: 01782 203700 Due to increased demand, two new grades launch. Customer feedback has been have recently been introduced with the XP incorporated within product innovations Silkolene.com Technology additive pack - Silkolene PRO and improvements such as the 4L lube cube, 4 5W-40-XP and PRO 4 10W-50-XP. These aerosol smart straw and the re-launch of the Fuchs Silkolene offers a complete and products have previously only been available improved Classic range. comprehensive range and continues to in the manufacturer’s PRO 4 PLUS range, Showroom displays include the currently innovate by improving products in the and sit alongside available easy assemble, metal retail display www.rockoil.com the exclusive PRO R unit with five movable shelves and soon-to- 0W-20 grade, which be available new ‘half-size’ floor standing is in high demand cardboard display unit which comes flat-pack from teams in the and is easy to assemble. This unit has a small British Superbike footprint of only 40 x 45xcm and so is ideal Championship, the for additional displays in-store or to highlight Superbike World promotions or winning products. Championship and MotoGP. ■ X9 4L Classic Oils - competitively priced All products from £18 to £25. H I G H P E R F O R M A N C E L U B R I C A N T S are test validated ■ New XP grades - 1L £13.55, 4L £52.78 rockoil.lubricants rockoilnews PUTOLINE NEO Distribution Ltd T: 01778 349333 Putoline.co.uk Putoline is committed to being at the forefront of motorcycle technology by meet- ing the demands of an ever-changing world MX5 through motorcycle development and evolu- Two-stroke oil providing outstanding film New Design 500 ml Aerosols, Dual Straw tion. With its extensive range of ‘bike only’ strength and complete protection. Highly Nozzles & ‘New Formula’ 1001 Penetrating products, Putoline is a one-stop lubricants recommended for motocross and enduro Spray + PTFE shop for dealers. applications and can be used as pre-mix Earlier this year Putoline launched a new Putoline has an extensive range of or injector. SRP: £12.59 per 1 litre bottle; design for its 500 ml aerosol bottles and off-road products including MX5, a leading £47.25 per 4 litre bottle launched a new Dual Straw nozzle for some off-road two-stroke oil. Its range also of its top selling 500ml aerosol products. This contains the world’s first four-stroke oil with Nano Tech 4+ new nozzle delivers the ability to apply these the revolutionary ‘Nano technology.’ 100% synthetic four-stroke oil based on Nano products with precision by instantly switching Putoline offers a wide selection of modern technology. Available in 10w/30, 10w/40, between stream and spray functions. A new branded retail display stands, promotional 5w/40, 10w/50, 10w/60 and 15w/50 for formula 1001 penetrating, lubricating and items and clothing. It also offers a range of road use. SRP: From £14.18 per 1 litre bottle; protection spray, now features the addition branded workshop equipment and clothing. From £55.89 per 4 litre bottle. of PTFE which is formulated to displace The company prides itself on its ability to moisture and protect metal and other parts offer tailored stocking plans and offers a Nano Tech 4+ Off Road is also available, from corrosion. dedicated help service through its team of a specifically formulated product for off-road SRP: (1001 Penetrating Spray + PTFE) Area Sales Managers. applications, in 10w/40, 10w/50, 10w/60 £9.43 per 500 ml aerosol and 15w/50. SRP: From £14.16 per 1 litre bottle; From £55.04 per 4 litre bottle.
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p019024_lubes.indd 23 28/08/2017 22:48 FEATURE: Motorcycle lubricants
IPONE It is used by factory race teams in MXGP. Xtreme chain lube 750ml and Xtreme chain On 2 Wheels Distribution All aerosols are available in a large 750ml cleaners are very keenly priced. can, making them exceptionally good value. Current offers include a buy five, get one on2wheels.com free, on four-litre Ipone 10W40 semi synthetic, providing a margin of Ipone is the largest motorcycle-only oil over 50 per cent. All Ipone products manufacturer in France. It workswith carry a 40 per cent discount on box KTM in MXGP and sponsors the KTM quantities (preferred pack quantities Rookies Cup in MotoGP. are aerosols x 12, 1-litre x 15, A full Range of Oils are avail- 4-litre x 6). able from Katana fully synthetic Display stands are available 10W40,10W50 and 10W60 to 10W30 free-of-charge for aerosols and oils semi-synthetic and a complete range of with qualifying orders and the brand two-stroke and maintenance aerosols. will be at the Motocross of Nations The largest-selling specialist oil is Ipone and Dirt Bike Show. Email paul. Samourai Racing Strawberry 2-stroke, [email protected] retailing at £13.80 per litre in a special measuring bottle for ease of dispensing.
GLOBAL RACING OIL onstrated by their success at the highest level The GRO range of two Clements Moto in trials, enduro, extreme enduro, motocross and MotoGP. GRO has collaborations with Gas and four-stroke oils, T: 01227 720700 Gas and Ossa and has developed a worldwide clementsmoto.co.uk renowned transmission lubricant, Gear gearbox oils, special Extrem; a fully synthetic transmission oil that fluids, maintenance Global Racing Oil (GRO) is the moto oil delivers extreme protection from an ultra-low subsidiary of Barcelona based Cogelsa, a viscosity that eliminates drag in wet clutches. products and coolant is lubricants manufacturer established in 1916. The GRO range of two and four-stroke Global Racing Oil itself was established in oils, gearbox oils, special fluids, maintenance available in all popular 2000. products and coolant is available in all sizes from one litre to GRO has a comprehensive range of popular sizes from one litre to 200 litres. premium quality lubricants engineered and Dealers are offered point of sale display 200 litres formulated to deliver performance, power and access to the Clements Moto customer and extreme reliability. Motorsport is at the service team. heart of GRO and its products are best dem-
ENI Moto World T: 01992 464 199 motoworlduk.com
Moto World is the exclusive supplier of Eni oil in the UK. The distributor supplies the entire Eni range of performance lubricants, which incorporates technology to guarantee maximum reli- ability, ideal even for the most demanding motorcyclists. Eni has a wide range of two and four- stroke engine oil specifically developed for motorcycles. The Eni i-Ride Aprilia Racing 5W-40 is a top synthetic lubricant specifically designed for Moto2 and it is frequently used on race tracks. The company has recently employed two new salesmen, and will soon launch its new website and social media accounts.
24 September 2017 • www.motorcycletrader.net
p019024_lubes.indd 24 30/08/2017 22:01 PRODUCT TEST: Fantic 250 E Casa
Fantic 250 E Casa Can a low-cost, Italian-branded, Chinese-powered ‘soft’ enduro bike have an impact on the UK’s dual-sport sector? Andy Foulkes slung his leg over the new Fantic 250 E Casa to find out
any will recall the Fantic plan was to slowly develop a range Fantic needed to return to its roots brand as a top-selling, of machines in profitable market and find a nice little niche market M world championship- sectors, rather than taking on the or two where it could make bikes winning trials machine large market sectors where the big profitably. manufacturer sometime back in players rule and margins are tight. The dual-sport sector has been the Seventies or Eighties. There around for a while, and Suzuki were also some classy little two- Finding its niche would probably lay claim to having stroke enduro machines that The new Fantic management team invented it for the American did rather well in long-forgotten set about developing the range market with the launch of the still tiddler classes that were popular of enduro machines they had much-loved DR350 model back on the Continent, but they never inherited from the previous owner. in 1990. OK, Suzuki may have really caught on here in the UK. These were quality machines with invented the name, but it has now Time moves on and, like many great components, but there were, become a generic title for almost marques over the years, the Fantic and still are, a lot of companies any road bike with a knob on the factory had its share of ups and out there producing very similar tyre... and frequently one on the downs and changes of ownership, spec machines and all aimed at the seat as well. However, in its purest but since 2014 has proceeded at same, restricted, market sector. So and ‘original’ form, a dual-sport a sensible pace under the steady ownership of VeNetWork, a “Dual-sport has become a generic name for almost consortium of Italian businessmen and motorcycle-related companies any bike with a knob on the tyre... and frequently based in and around the town of with one on the seat too” Treviso in northern Italy. The new
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p025027_FANTIC TEST_dB.indd 25 28/08/2017 00:42 PRODUCT TEST: Fantic 250 E Casa
machine like the DR350 was perhaps around 30 to 40 per cent of the way between a road-based trailbike and a full-on enduro bike: decent but not racer-spec suspension, softish power that didn’t bite back and still light enough to pull out of a muddy ditch when you got it wrong. An up-specced trail bike, or a down- specced enduro bike? Somewhere around there. So, is the dualsport market ripe for picking in 2017? Well, the new Fantic management clearly thinks so with the launch of the The Fantic’s 250cc motor 250 E Casa model. Sleek, modern produces a claimed 28bhp styling, quality components and good build quality combine to give an easy ride for off-road fun-level “On a mix of trails, some deeply rutted, some quite riders, trail riders and clubman class enduro competitors. This technical, nothing fazed the Fantic. It had plenty of isn’t, and doesn’t pretend to be, an expert class enduro machine. power and could handle even greater demands” It is a fun-level machine at an affordable price of just £4,499. The 250 E Casa spec sheet reads range of suspension components non-competitive trail riders, entry well with a long list of quality and used that experience to design level clubman enduro riders and components from well-known its own high-spec, adjustable old-gits-like-me who have done suppliers all wound into an 41mm USD front forks and drop- our serious racing years, but still attractively styled package that link rear Fantic FRS suspension enjoy getting our boots dirty. looks right in both the white and units, manufactured exclusively So, a sunny afternoon playing black colour options. It is also fully for Fantic by leading Spanish out on 40 or so miles of mixed road-legal, complete with a proper suspension manufacturer Olle. roads and trails in the dry and speedo, full lighting and LED Olle is a growing force in the dusty Kent countryside around the indicators, a horn and, a simple world of off-road suspension, with HQ of Fantic importer, Clements but sensible touch, an ignition key. its units being used on Sherco, Moto, gave me a fair chance to At the heart of the beast is Beta and Reiju models, as well assess the new Casa 250E. a motor made by burgeoning as a growing aftermarket fitment In the saddle and it’s a firm Chinese company Zongshen. The range. seat, but not KTM rock hard very company that has forged joint A full stainless steel and and not quite so high. Nice bars, ventures with both Piaggio and aluminium Arrow exhaust comfy levers, clear speedo, latterly Norton (see page 27) and system is fitted as standard, straightforward switchgear. On now produces somewhere around along with tough, high-quality with the ignition key, a touch of one million units a year, including plastic bodywork components, fat choke and its alive straight away. a number of Piaggio scooters and stainless steel footpegs, 28mm There’s no more noise or vibes Aprilia motorcycles. The new anodised alloy fat bars, black underway and it clicks smoothly Fantic’s liquid-cooled, 250cc anodised aluminium wheels through all six gears like any SOHC, four-valve, six-speed, and hydraulically operated modern bike should do. With electric-start motor has been used wavy discs front and rear with 28hp, it’s not the most powerful by a number of manufacturers, stainless braided steel brake motor in the world, but there is including well-known off-road lines all contribute to the quality plenty of low and mid-range and it manufacturers such as Gas specification. soaks up the country lanes as well Gas and AJP, and has a great as a few A and B road stretches reputation as a tough and versatile The ride on the way to the first set of green power unit. That’s the credibility established, lanes. The frame is designed and now what’s it like to ride? The trails were a blend of hard- manufactured in-house and OK, so I’m not a racer anymore. packed smooth and well-worn, features a CroMo steel main frame But I am probably bang-on one rutted-out mid-speed sections, with a detachable aluminium sub- of the target groups for this type mixed with tight and tricky, rooted frame and aluminium swing-arm. of ‘soft’ enduro, or, yes — dual- lanes and dark, wooded slow- Fantic tried and tested a wide sport bike. The new Fantic aims at speed, club trials section-type
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p025027_FANTIC TEST_dB.indd 26 28/08/2017 00:42 Former racer Andy was impressed by the E Casa on and off road
going. Nothing at all to faze the on the market? Well, Honda’s rejuvenated dual-sport market? Fantic in any way. It always had CRF250L tops the Motorcycle Well, next stop up the money plenty of power to tackle anything Industry Association’s best-selling tree would be the Sherco X-Ride and the suspension was well trail and enduro machine slot at £5,200, followed by the Beta up to the job and certainly a lot month after month after month X-Trainer at £5,995 and then the more. Would it handle something and sells at just £150 more than KTM Freeride 350 at £6,599. They more demanding like the Brecon the Fantic at £4,649. Having all have their pros and cons, but Beacons? Without a doubt. ridden both, I would have to say they are all more off-road specced One particular pleasure was that the Fantic is just as refined on and performance-oriented than the on-road performance. Many the road as the Honda and a fair the Fantic, so, as ever it would be primarily off-roaders are hard, chunk better off road thanks to a down to personal choice, type of noisy, tiresome and skittish considerable 40kg weight saving, riding and, of course, the size of on extended tarmac going, but better suspension and a more the rider’s piggybank. For me, for the Fantic hits the on/off road powerful motor — only 5hp more, my type of riding and ability, or compromise perfectly. but in that lighter package it feels a lack thereof, as an overall on-off So how does the Fantic compare lot livelier. road package, the Fantic takes the to other ‘dual-sport’ machines What else is on offer in this dual-sport crown.
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p025027_FANTIC TEST_dB.indd 27 28/08/2017 00:42 COMPANY PROFILE: Planet Knox
Amour d’armour Since its inception in 1981, Planet Knox Limited, the company behind the multi-award-winning brand body armour and protective motorcycle apparel, has been at the forefront of the impact protection sector. Here, we speak to the firm’s founder to find out more
lanet Knox was the first Geoff Travell: I was a young could find to make the first back to launch a commercially budding road racer and had just protector ever made and sold. available back protector achieved International Licence under its Pro-Tek brand, status. I was fast but accident- MCT: Was there much in the way of back in 1982. It has prone. I was an upholsterer by competition in those early days? Pcontinued to design, develop and trade and I’d heard that Barry GT: No, there was absolutely manufacture a comprehensive Sheene wore a cushion under nothing available. At best, racers range of pioneering protective his leathers after his Daytona wore a double layer of leather. products for motorcycling and crash. Lying in Norwich General action sports ever since. Trader hospital one Monday morning MCT: Presumably there was caught up with Knox boss Geoff after a nasty off at Snetterton, the massive investment in terms of Travell... penny dropped. I could [develop research, development, staff, armour], at least for me and any testing, and the like. Did you Motorcycle Trader: When you mates that wanted it. So I started receive funding, or industry began, back in the Eighties, why developing it right away. We took support? impact protection, and how difficult fibreglass moulds off my body GT: Yes, the massive investment was it to get started? and then used the best foam I was everything I owned and 100
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P028032_KNOX_dB.indd 28 28/08/2017 18:33 per cent of my time and energy “Early on, brands laughed us out of their offices: — the same too from the people working with me. You have to ‘You want us to buy products no one is asking for, remember the Eighties were very that’ll make our clothing bulkier?’” different times. Looking back, it was all very basic, but that’s how most real innovation starts. make a sustainable business, we Nineties, and you continued to lead visited the UK biggest clothing your competitors with the launch MCT: Was the Pro-Tek back brands, asking them to put of another first: CE-approved body protector an instant sales success? body armour into their clothing. armour under the Knox banner. Or did you have other products to Honestly, we got laughed out of We’re guessing this wasn’t an easy sell to keep the company afloat? their offices. The response was accreditation to achieve. How long GT: Well, yes, in the racing world, like this: “So you want us to buy was the process? Were there many I remember the 1982 British GP product that no is asking for, that hoops to jump through? at Silverstone where we had the makes the jacket more bulky and GT: Yes, there were lots of hoops world elite riders buying Pro-Tek less comfortable?” to jump through; no-one had body armour and the first-ever Because of this, I just thought CE-approved anything before, knee sliders from the back of my I’d have to be the first again and and finding a test house that transit van. It was tough going developed the Elite jacket and would even consider certifying because I was not a businessman; pants, and yes, after the award, individual protectors was not easy. all I wanted was to sell enough to everyone who’d thought we were We also had to fight to get the EU go racing again. mad lined up to buy. Foolishly Commission to recognise body we just gave samples away to armour as a product in its own MCT: You really set the ball everyone and, within three right, to be CE-approved. Then we rolling in the late Eighties with months, some of the biggest had to persuade clothing brands the introduction of the Pro-Tek brands had jackets with armour to get on board with a new idea of Elite, the first motorcycle jacket to in. Unfortunately, none of it was CE protection. Thankfully, a few include built-in armour. The concept Pro-Tek, they just made identical forward-thinking brands took a was quickly copied – how did you copies. But that was then; I just leap of faith and we delivered. feel about that? didn’t know better at the time. GT: Once I realised that the racing Once you had gained the CE- world was just not big enough to MCT: Leaping ahead to the approval, did it make it easier to
Armour templates All Knox products are designed and developed in-house
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Micro-Lock back protector From 1981: first ever back protector Richmond jeans
secure it for subsequent products? “The company grew really fast once we had CE- Does the testing standard get tougher as technology advances? approved protectors that no one else had. It was a GT: The company grew really fast big step forward for us” once we had CE protectors that no-one else had. Again, this was a big step forward, and we launched body armour, was a logical step. was the technology? Did it the Knox brand at the same time How different was it to delve into a involve employing different staff, the PPE Directive was introduced. sector where there were already a equipment? Were you ahead of the I wanted us to be the first, as I number of established brands. You game in this technology? wanted to have a benchmark for received global media accolades. GT: Not really, we have always our products and a strong brand What, in your opinion, set Knox made clothing of some description name to go with it. gloves apart from the rest? and we have always believed in GT: Hand armour was a massive layering and we saw as protection MCT: Did the motorcycling public, risk for us but it came about really. If you get too cold or too and indeed the trade, appreciate because we developed and hot, it totally affects your ability, the importance of body armour patented the Scaphoid Protection so it seemed perfectly natural quickly? Or did you have to embark System and we decided to show to make mid-layers after we upon a programme of education? how this could be used. We also found great new technical fabrics GT: We have never stopped trying thought that gloves was an area that would block the wind. We to educate both the public and that hadn’t really been developed had to expand our production the trade, and 35 years later so we decided to get involved. It department but this type of we still have work to do. While was a sector we had not traded manufacturing wasn’t drastically most people know about back in before and was dominated by different. protectors and body armour, by the big brands but I think most no means does everyone wear it or people know Knox has never been MCT: You effectively rebranded understand its real value. a me-too brand, so if we were in 2014 with a new logo and new going make it a success, it had to Studio collection of fashionable yet MCT: How quickly did your R&D be radical. The Handroid was just functional motorcycling gear. What programme kick in after launching that, and brought technologies inspired you to go down this route? those early products? Is it a unseen in the motorcycle market. Did this open up new markets for continual process? Are you the However, it’s one thing having you? Has the new layering system ideas man? How quickly can you what we thought was a great proved popular? diversify? product, but we had to get it to GT: The inspiration was easy. We GT: Like education, we have never market and the key to its success looked at where the motorcycle stopped innovating and we are was a fantastic sales team and market was going, how it was always coming up with new ideas equally fantastic marketing changing and what clothing was and products. Yes, I am an ideas campaign. available. It seemed obvious that man but thankfully I am now the clothing on offer just didn’t surrounded by exceptional talent MCT: At the time, the introduction match the bikes and the way riders that makes my job much easier. of Cold Killers base layers seemed lifestyles were changing. We to be a significant step away decided we could make something MCT: You turned to hand armour in from Knox’s traditional armour that we believed would be great 2010, which, given your success in and outer wear. How different for riders and would be a real
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P028032_KNOX_dB.indd 30 28/08/2017 18:33 point of difference in a motorcycle MCT: Turning now to your latest and we engage with riders all over store. The Knox Layering Solution technology, Micro-Lock —touched the world. still has protection at its core but on in the last issue of MCT — this time it’s held in place in an it’s clearly an intelligent form MCT: Likewise with racing, how armoured shirt which we really of armour. How many years of important is it to your brand? think is the right way to wear development have gone in to the Is it a good vehicle for testing protection. Instead of a more process? How did you get the idea the products? Do you have bulky one-dimensional jacket that for such a complex piece of kit? ambassadors? is only for biking, we sell technical GT: Micro-Lock has taken five GT: Racing is where I came from layers that give added use and years to develop because our focus and it’s still very close to Knox, so flexibility with understated was armour, which was stable we still support many racers. It is styling. Riders that have bought and performed in all climates. and always will be a great test bed the layering love it and tell us they The inspiration for this is the way for our products. wouldn’t go back. We are working motorcycling has changed. Ten hard now at expanding our years ago, it was all sportsbikes MCT: Which is your biggest market network and also educating and and the average ride was a blast on sector? marketing the benefits. a Sunday for a few hours. With the GT: The UK is our biggest market. huge change in riding styles and We live here and therefore can MCT: Have you had to greatly bikes, the ride can be anything give it our full attention every day, increase your staffing and from a quick blast to a holiday or however, we are trading in many storage levels to accommodate adventure, in different climates countries so sales are actually the expanding Knox portfolio of and countries. Consumers need quite spread out now and I expect products? Or have you become their armour to work and be that to continue. more streamlined? comfortable wherever they are, GT: We have increased a little regardless of the conditions. MCT: Which are your most popular in everything, but what still product lines? surprises many is that we actually MCT: Having such advanced GT: Of course we are most known manufacture in the UK, in our technology, do you see it phasing for armour and these will always own factory. While we don’t make out all other protectors? Is the be some of the most popular the outerwear in the UK yet, price point reasonable? products in our collection. But we have had to expand both the GT: Micro-lock is a great gloves, layering and denim are manufacturing and warehouse technology and it’s the softest also really important and are facilities to accommodate the protection we have ever produced. growth areas for the brand. growth. It is reasonably priced but there will always be a place for different MCT: What is current size of MCT: Knox has an impressive roll- levels of protection, and we don’t operation and team of staff? call of brands adopting its armour stand still, so who knows what GT: We have a staff of 26 divided as original equipment. Clearly this we will be able to develop in the between sales, admin, design and is a testament to the reputation future. manufacturing and quality of the products. Does it help with ongoing development? MCT: How important are media MCT: What percentage of the Do you get much by way of accolades? Which one were you products are developed and feedback? Is Knox acknowledged most honoured to receive? produced in-house? Do you take as the armour supplier? If so, does GT: These are important to us the products from concept through it give kudos to the third-party because it helps us to build design, development and testing in brands as well as Knox? recognition for the brand and the UK before having them mass- GT: You have almost got the its products. I guess the most produced overseas? Or can you answer in the question: the more important accolade was the handle everything in the UK? quality brands that use Knox, the product award for the Elite GT: One hundred per cent of every more it encourages others. For Safety Suit going way back to product is designed and developed sure, Knox is a badge of quality, 1988, presented by the transport in-house. We have the HQ and genuine innovation is trusted and minister at that time, MP Peter factory in Cumbria and a design has a real heritage. This inevitably Bottomley. The reason is because office in London. We manufacture gives kudos to any brand that it was for the first-ever jacket with about 60 per cent of our clothing partners with us. Knox has an armour and it changed motorcycle styles in the UK and the balance is ethos of continuous improvement safety clothing for ever. made at carefully chosen factories and customer service, and that However, what really matters overseas. means we have built long-standing to Knox are the consumer reviews relationships over years. We and testimonials that we receive MCT: How important is the export actively listen to our customers every day. We are more in touch market to you, is it a sizeable and their feedback plays a major now than ever before with the real chunk of business? role in our development. people who use Knox products GT: The export market is
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P028032_KNOX_dB.indd 31 28/08/2017 18:33 COMPANY PROFILE: Planet Knox
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important is us because we have “Every product is GT: Knox has a reputation for customers abroad that want to very strong consistent marketing buy Knox. It is a challenge finding designed in Britain, and and we continue to do this via the right partners to work with in around 60 per cent of a host of activities including other countries, but it is an area shows, social media, a strong of the business we keep working our clothing is made web presence, instore POS, on. here too. Our HQ is in advertising, open days, etc. MCT: In terms of UK trade, are Cumbria, and we have MCT: How do you use electronic dealer margins attractive? marketing and social media? GT: Dealer margins are excellent an office in London” GT: We have a team that actively and Knox is not a discounted engages with riders around the product so the exit margin is quickly and increase production. world on a daily basis through excellent too. We have plans to improve social media. Not just marketing capacity; our apologies to but information, education, the MCT: Is there a minimum stocking customers who have had to wait a list is endless. requirement? little longer for their orders. GT: Yes, there is a stocking MCT: How can the trade find out requirement. We’re quite clear MCT: How does the end-user learn more? that, to be able to sell a Knox of your products? Do you advertise GT: Call our sales office on 01900 product, you have to have it in your brands to drive traffic to 825825 and we will make sure stock. trade customers? that you are looked after. MCT: What are your delivery terms? GT: Free over £100 and UPS next day delivery
MCT: Does supply always meet demand? GT: In most cases, yes. We are rarely out of stock, unless there is an unexpected sales surge. Actually, this year it’s been a challenge keeping up with demand but as we manufacture Mens Allsports Grey jacket Ladies Levett green jacket in the UK we’ve been able to react
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P028032_KNOX_dB.indd 33 28/08/2017 18:33 ADVERTORIAL: Dirt Bike Show 2017 Revamped Dirt Bike Show aims high 2017 Dirt Bike Show – Thursday – Sunday 26th – 29th October – Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire GATES OPEN AT 9.30AM
he Dirt Bike Show has been tion there are a limited number of revamped for 2017 to help exhibition plots still available for T cement its reputation as the this year’s event. Thousands of off- leading indoor off-road event, of road riders will attend across the its kind, in Europe and take it to four days of the show and traders new heights for the future. The regularly report profitable week- new branding and increase in live ends. It also offers an unrivalled action entertainment are expected opportunity to network with other to attract more people than ever, businesses and talk directly to making it the perfect place to do enthusiasts about the scene. business. Traders can also take advantage Both trade and retail space is of the exhibitor-only café/bistro filling up fast and major manufac- on the balcony of Hall 3, which turers are set to showcase their offers great food and a quiet place and was so happy with the show latest ranges – including 2018 to relax for half-an-hour or so that its sponsorship was renewed models for motocross, trials and during the busy day. It also makes for the 2017 Dirt Bike Show. enduro – to thousands of eager for a great meeting location. “The Motul brand manager Richard enthusiasts. And that’s just the Dirt Bike Show is the best annual Barrett said: “Motul is proud to start, with a staggering number of industry event out there in my partner the biggest and best off- off-road bikes being displayed and opinion and a no-brainer if your road event for a consecutive year. sold by the scene’s most recognis- business is off-road! We attend Last year was a great success for able names including, Beta, Gas every year and it’s an excellent the show and it just keeps getting Gas, Honda, Husqvarna, KTM, opportunity to meet with club of- better and better. Some of our Mecatecno, Sherco, Vertigo and ficials, members and traders. The top riders will be showcasing our Yamaha. Bike It International and show has only got better over the range of MX specific products to Monster Energy DRT Kawasaki years and I know this year will not the thousands of visitors expected will also have a state-of-the-art disappoint. Visitor numbers are to be at Stoneleigh Park. We hope exhibit for traders and the general always high, providing a steady to see the trade there!” public alike. flow of customers to stands,” said To keep up to date with every- For kit, accessories and much AMCA general manager Suzanne thing going on ahead of the 2017 more besides there’s a bustling Potts. Dirt Bike Show or for news feeds retail hall and, with the show To find out about the handful of from leading off-road publica- taking place at end of the season, remaining trade spaces in Halls tions Dirt Bike Rider and TMX, it’s likely that visitors will have a 1, 2 and 3, contact sales executive visit dirtbikeshow.co.uk. All the lengthy shopping list as they stock Andy Catton by email – acatton@ relevant trade information and ap- up on everything needed for a new mortons.co.uk – or by calling plication forms can also be found year of riding and competition. 01507 529594. A variety of dis- on the website so be sure to add it Away from the bargain hunting, counts apply to bookings made be- to your favourites. Alternatively, there will be two halls of thrill- fore the end of September. Contact keep up to date by following the ing live action and entertainment Andy or visit dirtbikeshow.co.uk to show on Twitter @dirtbikeshow. including a new-for-2017 Moto- find out more. ball match between France and TRADE CONTACT DETAILS Germany. In partnership with Motul Andy Catton Oil and lubricant specialist Motul E: [email protected] Trading dirt was announced as the official part- T: 01507 529594 If you fancy getting in on the ac- ner of the Dirt Bike Show last year dirtbikeshow.co.uk
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P034035_DBS.indd 34 28/08/2017 00:45 GATES OPEN AT 9.30AM
P034035_DBS.indd 35 28/08/2017 00:45 ASSOCIATION VOICE: Stevie Muir Staying ahead of the curve The MCIA’s press officer Stevie Muir reports on a busy month for the organisation liaising with police, legal experts and the DVSA
he MCIA’s remit is to protect, Master Security Scheme, which is help members prepare, MCIA promote and expand the important.” ran a data-protection workshop T motorcycle industry on The Master scheme was on with Radius Law, a legal firm behalf of members, and it’s been the radar for Scottish police last able to explain simply what these another busy month of doing just month, as the force is prioritising changes could mean and how to that. Here are just a few of the vehicle crime. It asked MCIA to prepare for them. Membership highlights… stage a workshop for 50 officers manager Sandra Cole, who Motorcycle theft has been working in this field to train them organised the event, said it was a high on the agenda, and Karen in spotting Master-tagged parts great success: “We had a turnout Cole has taken on the role as and bikes. There are now over of nearly 70 people, and it’s lead liaison for the MCIA. At the 220,000 Master-tagged bikes obviously something members beginning of August, she attended in the parc, and this number is are concerned about. Feedback the launch of a campaign run by growing every year. Analysis suggests the workshop has armed West Midlands Police that asks shows this tagging is both a members with the knowledge riders to use visible security when deterrent and makes it easier to to prepare now for the new parking in the city centre. secure a conviction, so it is vital regulations, which was exactly “Motorcycle crime is very police know exactly how it works. what we hoped for.” complex and there is not one On 25th May 2018, new data- Checking a customer’s details single ‘fix it’ solution,” says Karen. protection regulations come before allowing them to try a bike “However, a starting point has into effect, which could have a could get easier. MCIA’s stats to be in making life as difficult massive impact on businesses manager Heather Brown works as possible for thieves, and that that keep customer data. It closely with the DVSA on matters starts with making sure your bike introduces new hurdles for of licensing and registration. is secure, which is which is why obtaining permissions, and the Recently she met with we are supporting police with penalties for not doing so will representatives who were looking this, and in turn they are helping be considerable — fines of up for feedback about a new mobile- raise awareness of the MCIA’s to four per cent of turnover. To friendly driving licence ‘view and
Heather Brown gives the thumbs-up to Iain Larkins from Radius Law addresses MCIA a new DVSA product allowing dealers to members at a data-protection seminar in July check licence status more quickly
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P032033_ASS VOICE_dB.indd 36 28/08/2017 19:20 ASSOCIATION VOICE: Stevie Muir
Karen Cole joins West Midlands Police in Birmingham city centre to launch a campaign urging riders to make life difficult for thieves by using visible security
Iain Larkins (left) from Radius Law and Tim Chambers from Pentesec took part in MCIA’s data-protection seminar British Manufacturers’ Seminar
check’ service. It is currently in “More than 220,000 bikes on Britain’s roads are development and would allow dealers to use a phone to make security-marked under the Master scheme, and a single check before lending a customer a bike. This would allow there is evidence they’re less likely to be stolen” them to confirm the customer’s name and address, licence status, points and disqualifications. the industry is geared up to government departments and Heather’s verdict was positive: take full advantage of any new senior figures from the Chambers “The new service will mean that opportunities, particularly for of Commerce. Steve Kenward a dealer simply has to scan the manufacturing in the UK. With explained, “We discussed supply QR code from the licence holder’s this in mind, the Association’s chains, export, export finance, phone to access the relevant membership department recently representation and promotion at information, which should save staged the British Manufacturers’ last month’s seminar. We hope time compared to the old system.” Seminar, which provided this will be the first in a number Since the Brexit referendum, members with intelligence and of similar events to maximise the MCIA has been making sure insight from representatives of opportunities for this sector.”
Stevie Muir is press officer for the Motorcycle Industry Association: mcia.co.uk
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p038039_Trademart sept.indd 38 28/08/2017 18:40 “The rise of PR and marketing, plus budget airlines, made foreign launches make sense”
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p038039_Trademart sept.indd 39 28/08/2017 18:40 BUSINESS JOURNAL: VAT options & the apprenticeship levy
VAT: What’s your best option? Calculating and paying VAT isn’t as simple as you might assume. Various options are available to businesses, and choosing the right one could save you thousands. Adam Bernstein explains
AT is supposed to be a simple the government.” flat-rate-scheme). Upon clicking tax. It’s collected from The Flat Rate Scheme (FRS) the link, you will find a list of V customers on sales (output for small businesses is open to business categories, each with a tax), and is paid to your suppliers those who expect their VAT-able flat rate percentage, for example on purchases (input tax). All you turnover in the next year to be “repairing vehicles – 8.5 per cent”. need to do is keep track of what up to £150,000 excluding VAT. You choose the description that you’ve collected and what you’ve Thexton is a proponent: best matches your main source paid, and send the difference to “FTR gets rid of two of income. You apply that rate to HMRC to reclaim. complications at once: your gross, VAT-inclusive income, It should be easy to understand, distinguishing different types of not bothering with the difference but according to Mike Thexton, a sale, and complying with all the between the different categories. chartered tax adviser specialising rules on expenses.” Quite simply, That’s the flat rate VAT you owe in VAT, it’s not. Why not? Because in exchange for not claiming on sales: it goes in Box 1 of the some sales are exempt from VAT, input tax (eliminating the need VAT return instead of the normal some are zero-rated, and some are for VAT receipts) you’re allowed output tax. taxed at five instead of 20 per cent. to keep some of your output tax as The flip-side of this is that you “All those expenses should compensation. don’t get any credit for VAT on be backed up with a proper VAT You can apply online to join costs unless you spend at least invoice,” says Thexton, “or you’re the FRS at the same time as you £2,000 VAT-inclusive on fixed not supposed to claim. And if you register for VAT; or if you are assets; it has to be a single item, get any of that wrong, you might already VAT-registered, and using and as usual, you can’t claim be charged a penalty, even though the normal rules, you can mail anything on cars. The rules allow you’re an unpaid tax collector for a form (see www.gov.uk/vat- all the bits of a new computer, for
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p040043_Bus Journal_dB.indd 40 28/08/2017 00:45 example, to be counted together as “Calculate your VAT wrongly and you may be fined, one if they are bought on a single invoice. despite being essentially an unpaid tax collector” Thexton says it’s essential to check whether you’ll be better off before you apply. He offers the change is forced upon you, you can LCTs. For many such businesses, following example, based on a leave the FRS and go back to the stationery is the only significant firm’s annual figures (excluding normal rules if preferable. expense that counts towards the VAT): Calculating FRS VAT is simple two per cent. On the other hand, Sales: standard rated £100,000, – total income, including VAT, businesses that buy and sell zero-rated £20,000, exempt multiplied by your rate. But if your goods – retailers, wholesalers, £10,000. clients are VAT-registered, they restaurants, builders who supply Expenses chargeable to VAT (no will want a VAT invoice so they materials as well as labour – fixed assets): £15,000 can claim input tax. Your being on are not LCTs. For those selling “Under the normal rules, you the FRS makes no difference to services, the calculation will turn would owe output tax of 20 per how your customers can reclaim on the volume of physical supplies cent x £100,000 = £20,000, less the VAT you’ve charged. bought in compared to labour input tax of 20 per cent x £15,000 ‘sold’. = £3,000, net due to HMRC: Big change If you’re an LCT, your rate is £17,000. In November 2016, Philip now 16.5 per cent, which, using “But under the FRS, you have to Hammond made a surprise the example above, means paying apply the flat rate to all your gross announcement: to “counteract HMRC £24,750, i.e. £7,750 worse receipts including VAT – that’s aggressive abuse of the FRS” he off. Anyone who is likely to be £120,000 + £20,000 + £10,000 made a significant change to the a LCT should leave the scheme = £150,000. With a 8.5 per cent rules, which took effect from 1st before they incur a significant rate, you will owe HMRC 8.5 per April 2017. The only way HMRC amount of input tax. cent x £150,000 = £12,750. could catch all the abusers was The FRS has provided a relief “Your life is simpler and £4,250 to bring in a new category called from some of the intricacies of less expensive.” ‘Limited Cost Trader’ (LCT). VAT for many small businesses. It’s clear that putting yourself An LCT is someone who spends However, the LCT rule change is in the right category makes a big less than two per cent of their something that all FRS traders difference. HMRC may disagree turnover on goods, with a long should think about. If you will be with your choice, but as Thexton list of exclusions. Services (such worse off, you should take action points out, “as long as you can as rent, advertising, accountancy, now before filing your next VAT show reasonable grounds for software, phone and internet) return. believing it applied to you, don’t qualify. This means that they won’t make you change it most businesses that sell services Adam Bernstein is a business-to-business retrospectively.” If a category (say, mobile engine tuners) will be literary agent. adambernstein.co.uk ■ The apprenticeship levy explained A new levy on pay bills above a certain size raises funds for training apprentices. Chloe Themistocleous examines the implications
he long-awaited operate and what effect it will have to university. To achieve this, it Apprenticeship Levy for UK on businesses. introduced the Apprenticeship T employers came into effect on The government under Levy to help fund training costs. 6th April 2017. Though it’s been former prime minister David It applies to all employers, widely heralded, few seem to fully Cameron was keen to promote regardless of their participation in understand what it is, how it will apprenticeships as an alternative apprenticeship schemes or their
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location in the UK. “Businesses with a pay bill of above £3m now have What is the levy? to contribute 0.5 per cent to apprenticeships” Under the new regime, a levy of 0.5 per cent of the pay bill of larger employers (those paying bill, so growing businesses need To access funding, employers in more than £3m a year) will be to regularly monitor the pay bill – England will need to register the collected through PAYE alongside once it hits the £3m threshold, the desired apprenticeship course with income tax and national insurance, levy must be paid. Equally, if the DAS, after which they will receive payable by the employer on a pay bill decreases to below £3m, confirmation of available funding monthly basis. the levy no longer needs to be paid. and be issued with vouchers to An allowance of £15,000 will The objective of the levy is to spend with the registered training be available to employers to offset support apprenticeship training provider. against payment of the levy. For for all employers committed to Employers based elsewhere in companies in a group, only one training their workforce. The the UK will not have access to DAS allowance of £15,000 will be money can be used to pay for the but will be able to access funds available and it will be for the training of apprentices. It cannot through whatever arrangements companies themselves to decide be used to pay for any associated apply in their region currently. how this is apportioned between costs of having an apprentice The voucher scheme will not them. Employers will have to such as the recruitment costs apply in these regions, although ensure they declare any levy or their salary. Apprenticeships the devolved governments are liability to HMRC and adjust their can be offered to new apprentice reviewing options, including the PAYE systems appropriately. employees or current employees terms of funding-allocation and A simple example illustrates how who want to develop their skills access for levy-payers to their the levy works: or change roles. The funding the respective contributions. An employer has 250 employees, levy generates can only be used to A vital aspect of the levy is that each with a gross salary of pay for accredited apprenticeship it provides additional funding for £20,000. In this instance, the courses. The cost of training apprenticeships in general, not pay bill is £5m (250 x £20,000), towards an apprenticeship is just those businesses that have the levy of 0.5 per cent equates capped according to government to pay it. Since not all employers £25,000 (0.5 per cent x £5m). scales, known as funding tariffs. who pay the levy will make use However, the allowance to be In England, employers who of their contributions to support deducted from the levy payment have to pay the levy will be able apprenticeships, this will leave a is £15,000, leaving a final annual to manage their levy funds and surplus that will boost government levy payment of £10,000 to be what they spend via a new Digital reserves for the benefit of other paid. Apprenticeship Service known employers. The levy came into effect in April as DAS. For those employers, the Employers who are not subject 2017. Funds became accessible to proportion of levy contributions to the levy will have access employers to draw down from May payable into DAS will be based to financial support from the 2017. The levy will not affect the upon the percentage of staff government for up to 90 per cent funding for apprenticeships that resident in England. Contributors of their apprenticeship costs. A commenced before 1st May 2017. to DAS will also receive a shortfall in funds on the part of What if the pay bill is low enough government top-up of 10 per cent levy-payers will also largely be met to exempt a firm from paying the of the levy funds they pay in. by the government. levy? Can these smaller firms Funds will need to be used within For many businesses, the levy forget about it? Unfortunately not. 24 months or they will expire will provide an incentive to think The levy is triggered by the pay and can no longer be accessed. about training requirements and the future format of their business. For individuals, it will bridge the gap for a lot of school leavers who perhaps do not want to opt for a full-time university education and can start skilled careers by learning on the job. Regardless of whether the levy affects your business, it is worthwhile considering where apprentices can fit into your organisation.
Chloe Themistocleous is an associate at law firm Eversheds Sutherland. ■
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A-Z listings september 2017.indd 64 28/08/2017 19:08 EVENTS PREVIEW: Upcoming shows What’s on: forthcoming shows
Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Classic Bike Live returns Often referred to as ‘The Stafford Show’, Mortons’ Classic Bike Live returns to the East of England high-profile classic show returns to the Staffordshire Showground on 28th and 29th October 2017. The two- County Showground over the weekend of 14th and day event will be a classic motorcycle lover’s paradise 15th October. Doors open at 9am each day and the with trade stands, retail opportunities, and special show will again celebrate the growing popularity of guests alongside the very best in British, Japanese and emerging and modern classics from the 1960s, 70s European motorcycles. www.classicbikelive.co.uk and 80s. The event features over 900 trades, dealers and autojumble stands and welcomes more than 30,000 enthusiasts through its doors. Arenacross Tour 2018 There’s a host of club stands, exciting live action, AX continues to reach parts other race events simply the Bonhams autumn sale, classic off-road machines can’t. During the summer months, the Freestyle and special guest stars from iconic eras of motorcy- element of the Tour has been taken to Goodwood cling. www.classicbikeshows.com Festival of Speed as well as a couple of packed out CarFest’s that have seen hordes of newly-converted fans queue to buy tickets for the seven-round 2018 UK Motorcycle Live series of concert-hall motorcycle action. The industry show opens its doors at 9am on 18th November and runs right through to close of play at Dates have been released for the 2018 Tour and tickets 6pm on the 26th November. Advance tickets are on are now on sale; sale now, with prices frozen at 2016 rates. 6th January – Manchester Arena, Manchester This year, the ticket price remains all-inclusive with 13th January – Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle all 17 live features and events free to ticket holders. 20th January – Genting Arena, Birmingham Advance buyers benefit from significant savings in 26th January – The SSE Arena, Birmingham comparison to the on-the-door price, and will also 27th January – The SSE Arena, Birmingham be in with a chance of winning one of hundreds of 10th February – Sheffield Arena, Sheffield on-the-spot prizes in the show’s 2017 Golden Ticket 17th February – SSE Arena, Wembley, London promotion. www.motorcyclelive.co.uk www.arenacrossuk.com
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p065_shows.indd 65 28/08/2017 19:22 END USER: Mark Williams Scooting to oblivion Highlighting the falling sales of scooters, Mark Williams assesses the causes and does his best to offer some practical solutions
he monthly publication of the released in June claimed that moneyed Londoners.” MCIA’s registration figures some 15,000 powered two- I’m not sure I’d count myself T has become a regular litany of wheelers were stolen in London as a “moneyed Londoner”, but I doom for many in the trade. One over the past 12 months, meaning was certainly a very pissed-off dealer I spoke to reckoned that, the supply of nick-able mopeds one after each of my scoots was “Kids just don’t want to ride bikes should’ve dried up ages ago. stolen. However, Murphy’s rogues’ anymore. It’s too much hassle and But of course it’s scooters gallery does inadvertently help too expensive.” Having raised that used in most of these crimes, explain the hideous upsurge in very issue before in this column I not mopeds. After they’ve been so-called moped crimes. The shan’t bother trying again. stolen and used for criminal question is, how to tackle it? At I will focus on another deeply activity, they’re usually trashed. places like the Ace Café, vigilante worrying aspect of the stats: I know, because two of the three groups have handed out flyers falling sales of mopeds and I’ve owned in London in the last recruiting fellow bikers to help scooters. Total moped sales are decade were stolen – one of them “catch the fuckers”. Good luck down year-on-year from 4,861 never recovered, the other found with that, given the police won’t to 3,760, a drop of 22.2 per burnt to a cinder on Hampstead pursue fleeing scooter villains for cent. Actual mopeds enjoyed an upswing, albeit from just 422 “Scooters are stolen, used for crime, then usually in 2016 to 447 this year – a rise of 5.9 per cent. Which leaves trashed. It happened to three of mine. No wonder scooters, which dropped from we’re losing enthusiasm for owning them” 4,439 to 3,333 – a fall of 24.9 per cent. Firstly, I’ve never understood Heath. As a consequence, I fear of endangering bystanders. why this entire category is lost my enthusiasm for owning So what to do? referred to as ‘Mopeds’. Scooters scooters. All of which probably Well three things spring to aren’t mopeds, since they don’t helps explain why scooter sales mind: 1. Manufacturers of the have pedals, yet they constitute have gone down the swanny. smaller 50 and 125cc machines 88 per cent of registrations in Earlier this year I bought a used by these vicious morons this category. The category name book called Urban Dirt Bikers should be fitted with properly remains, which might explain by Spencer Murphy, a tastefully tamper-proof security devices, why the media and even the police presented collection of photos of which generally they’re not. Okay, doggedly refer to the current spate mostly anonymous youngsters, costs would go up a bit, but so of attacks on innocent pedestrians all disguised with ski masks or what? 2. When a bike is stolen, the by two-wheeler mounted youths bandanas, pulling wheelies, doing police should be more assiduous as “moped crimes”. donuts or just glowering at the in recording it and then putting This misrepresentation has me camera – most of them aboard out an alert on its registration fuming. What 50cc moped could scooters (many with tell-tale number. It took 48 hours for this carry two young men at high broken plastics). Murphy writes: to happen after my last one was speed towards and away from “[These] masked youths… are easy stolen. 3. Perhaps most effectively committing the snatch of a mobile to dismiss as a menace... Yet like if controversially, make it illegal phone or, worse still, a stabbing the Mods and the Hells Angels for scooters under, say, 300cc or acid attack? Mopeds simply before them, [this] is a community to carry a pillion passenger, aren’t powerful enough. Also, the [that has brought] together which at a stroke would allow the machines used are always stolen, marginalised estate kids united public to report, and the police so where are all the replacement by a love of speed, danger and the to apprehend anyone riding them ‘mopeds’ coming from? Figures thrill of annoying lawmakers and two-up..
Mark Williams has been writing about bikes for over 45 years. He was the founding editor of Bike magazine. Blog: markswill.wordpress.com
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P066_END USER_dB.indd 66 28/08/2017 19:03 TheThe essential essential guide guide to to the the motorcycle motorcycle trade trade and and industry industry NewNew Vehicle Vehicle Registration Registration Statistics Statistics in in the the UK UK for for 0101 JULYJUNE - -31 30 JULY JUNE 2017 2017
HighestHighest registering registering RegistrationsRegistrations by by Style Style 2017 2017 vs vs 2016 2016 modelmodel this this month month withinwithin each each style style MOPEDSMOPEDS JulyJune 2017 2017 July June 2016 2016 % Change % Change 20172017 YTD YTD 20162016 YTD YTD % Change% Change LexmotoLongjia FMR50 LJ50 QT-3L WY50 Echo QT-58 50 68 46 SCOOTERSCOOTER 571522 656 771 -13.0 -32.3 3,333 2,762 4,439 3,783 -24.9-27.0 LexmotoLexmoto Hunter Hunter 50 50TD TD 50Q 50Q 15 18 OTHEROTHER 96 87 61 75 57.4 16.0 447 351 422 361 5.9-2.8 TOTALTOTAL MOPEDS MOPEDS 667 609 717 846 -7.0 -28.0 3,780 3,113 4,861 4,144 -22.2-24.9
MOTORCYCLESMOTORCYCLES July June 2017 2017 July June 2016 2016 % Change % Change 20172017 YTD YTD 20162016 YTD YTD % Change% Change YamahaBMW TracerR1200GS 700 180 258 ADVENTUREADVENTURE SPORT SPORT 1,456 2,297 1,407 2,114 3.5 8.7 11,723 10,267 12,053 10,646 -2.7-3.6 TriumphTriumph Bonneville Bonneville Bobber Bobber 121 272 CUSTOMCUSTOM 8001,019 954 1,125 -16.1 -9.4 5,277 4,477 6,461 5,507 -18.3-18.7 HondaHonda CB125F CB125F 179 173 NAKEDNAKED 3,1783,748 3,315 4,294 -4.1 -12.7 20,021 16,843 21,323 18,008 -6.1-6.5 HondaHonda PCX125 PCX125 203 251 SCOOTERSCOOTER 1,8301,941 2,363 2,707 -22.6 -28.3 11,313 9,483 15,150 12,787 -25.3-25.8 KawasakiKawasaki Z1000SX Z1000SX 91 113 SPORT/TOURSPORT/TOUR 247359 327 540 -24.5 -33.5 2,146 1,899 2,613 2,286 -17.9-16.9 YamahaTo be YZFR125advised ABS 103142 SUPERSPORTSUPERSPORT 8811,335 1,160 1,606 -24.1 -16.9 6,549 5,668 8,515 7,355 -23.1-22.9 BMWBMW R1200RT R1200RT 42 70 TOURINGTOURING 198313 167 224 18.6 -39.7 1,545 1,347 1,592 1,425 -3.0-5.5 HondaHonda CRF250 CRF250 LA LA 29 45 TRAIL/ENDUROTRAIL/ENDURO 387 428 551 569 -29.8 -24.8 3,493 3,106 3,809 3,258 -8.3-4.7 UNSPECIFIEDUNSPECIFIED 15 10 17 11 -11.8 -9.1 62 47 107 90 -42.1-47.8 TOTALTOTAL M/CYCLES M/CYCLES 8,992 11,450 10,261 13,190 -12.4 -13.2 62,129 53,137 71,623 61,362 -13.3-13.4
SUMMARYSUMMARY JulyJune 2017 2017 July June 2016 2016 % Change% Change 20172017 YTD YTD 20162016 YTD YTD % Change% Change TotalTotal Scooters Scooters 2,438 2,512 3,083 3,548 -20.9 -29.2 14,967 12,529 20,036 16,953 -25.3-26.1 TotalTotal Mopeds, Mopeds, M/Cs M/Cs 7,308 9,628 7,980 10,589 -8.4 -9.1 51,456 44,148 57,036 49,056 -9.8-10.0 & Tricycles& Tricycles TOTALTOTAL REGS REGS 9,74612,140 11,063 14,137 -11.9 -14.1 66,423 56,677 77,072 66,009 -13.8-14.1
HighestHighest registering registering RegistrationsRegistrations by by Engine Engine Band Band 2017 2017 vs vs 2016 2016 modelmodel this this month month ENGINEENGINE BAND BAND July June 2017 2017 July June 2016 2016 % Change % Change 20172017 YTD YTD 20162016 YTD YTD % Change% Change LexmotoLongjia FMR50 LJ50 QT-3L WY50 Echo QT-58 50 68 46 0-50cc0-50cc 688621 727 865 -5.4 -28.2 3,854 3,166 4,964 4,237 -22.4-25.3 HondaHonda PCX125 PCX125 203251 51-125cc51-125cc 3,2163,136 4,643 4,789 -30.7 -34.5 18,624 15,408 27,528 22,885 -32.3-32.7 PiaggioYamaha Vespa X-Max GTS300 300 Super ABS 95 92 126-650cc126-650cc 1,6041,822 1,585 2,208 1.2 -17.5 10,586 8,982 11,800 10,215 -10.3-12.1 YamahaHonda Tracer CRF1000 700 180 156 651-1000cc651-1000cc 2,3713,554 2,390 3,370 -0.8 5.5 18,705 16,334 18,503 16,113 1.11.4 BMWTriumph R1200GS Bonneville Bobber 125 272 OverOver 1000cc 1000cc 1,8673,007 1,718 2,905 8.7 3.5 14,654 12,787 14,277 12,559 2.61.8 TOTALTOTAL REGS REGS 9,74612,140 11,063 14,137 -11.9 -14.1 66,423 56,677 77,072 66,009 -13.8-14.1
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