ROAD NEWS
and 870mm , while for the Rally Pro and Rally Explorer these are 875mm and 895mm . By fitting the accessory low-seat option , owners are already able to lower the seat position by an additional 20mm , giving it a lowest seat height of 830mm on the GT family and 855mm on the Rally family . However , the new Active Preload Reduction feature allows these seat heights to be reduced further . Depending on the combined weight of the rider , pillion and luggage this could lower the riding height by up to 20mm when the motorcycle comes to a standstill , offering the rider greater ease and confidence . New customers will be able to access this new minimum preload feature by simply pressing the ‘ Home ’ button on the switch cube for one second . “ The new Tiger 1200 range is already a global success , attracting new fans and increasing Triumph ’ s share of this highly competitive market , Triumph ’ s Chief Product Officer Steve Sargent said . “ This new feature can be enabled on the fly , lowering the centre of gravity at slower speeds , making it even more accessible , offering riders more confidence at slow speeds and better contact with the ground as they
come to stop .” The all-new Tiger 1200 was designed to be the world ’ s most capable , agile and manoeuvrable large-capacity adventure motorcycle and the range includes the GT family , tailor-made for the perfect road-focused adventure ride , and the Rally family , perfect for an all-terrain adventure . i
BIRTHRIGHT TOY RUN
Spring may be in the air , but that just means that right around the corner is Christmas . While for many of us , it ’ s a pretty chilled-out affair , for some Kiwis out there it is a challenging time . That ’ s where events like the Birthright Toy Run come in . Set to take place on Sunday the 12th of November , the 36th Annual Twin City Toy Run is supported by the Ulysses Club and the Hawkes Bay Classic Motorcycle Club , with riders asked to bring a toy suitable 3-17-yearolds to join in on the action . There ’ s also a collector ’ s pin to help commemorate the event for $ 10 on the day . The event kicks off at 10:00 a . m . with riders assembling at Plunket St , Hastings before heading out towards the ride ’ s final destination of Napier ’ s Anderson Park where riders can enjoy a complementary drink and sausage . Get in on the action , go for a great ride and make a difference for some kids in need this Christmas . For more info or to get involved , get in touch with Birthright Hawkes Bay on 06 835 2162 .
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