2013 Scorpion Fall Helmet LineupInspired by traditional and iconoclastic colors from the history of motorsports, Scorpion is releasing two new race-inspired graphics for its all new EXO-R410 and the proven EXO-500. The Split graphic for Scorpion’s value packed EXO-R410 pays homage to the legendary Richard Petty and his famous STP stock car: the classic color combination creates a vintage look while still being timeless and bold in its simplicity.
The Split graphic also comes in a matte-white and orange color-way that recalls the classic race-era styling of Monaco. Continuing Scorpion’s tradition of offering exceptional features at an incredible value, the EXO-R410 is a track-ready, SNELL approved shell design that incorporates premium features like the MotoGP inspired Elip-Tec pivot plate and the first emergency release cheek pad system to be included in a sub $200 helmet. Inspired by greatness, the EXO-R410 SPLIT graphic should become a legend in its own right.The Heritage graphic for Scorpion’s EXO-500 combines classic race lines along with vintage color schemes that recall the likes of the old school Skoal Bandit and Pennzoil racing colors. The EXO-500 remains the industry standard for building a feature packed helmet at a $200 price, with Scorpion’s proprietary SpeedView drop down internal sun visor, exclusive AirFit cheek pad system, patented SpeedShift Shield system and Everclear No Fog shields, the EXO-500 represents the type of value legacy upon which Scorpion was built.Both graphics will be available this September. For more information visit scorpionusa.com.
KTM Super ADV R + Lightning Motorcycles’ Richard Hatfield
byMotos and Friends by Ultimate Motorcycle
Hello everyone and welcome once again to Motos and Friends—the weekly Podcast brought to you by the editorial team at Ultimate Motorcycling. My name is Arthur Coldwells.
In this week’s first segment, Editor Don Williams rides KTM’s new 1290 Super Adventure R. This hardcore ADV bike is big, powerful, and a true expert-level machine. Interestingly, it has multiple points of adjustment within its highly capable electronics package, and Don discovered several big surprises where the bike changed personality completely. His is an intriguing look at one of the most capable off road ADV bikes on the market today.
In the second segment, I chat with Richard Hatfield, CEO of Lightning motorcycles. This silicon valley based manufacturer was founded in 2006, and having racked up several notable race victories (including Pikes Peak in 2013 with the late Carlin Dunne on board) Lightning have certainly dominated in racing terms. In another first, Lightning has just announced a new rapid-charging battery technology that may well bring electric motorcycles into becoming real-world, practical transport.
So from all of us here at Motos & Friends… we hope you enjoy this episode!
