Riders Spring 2013 Newsletter

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BMW MotorradHARLEY-DAVIDSON®

Spring 2013News from your local motorcycle dealer in Bridgwater, Bristol and Cardiff...

Harley-Davidson® has taken one of their most iconic bikesand upgraded it with a 103ci engine andABS as standard,red rims and 'Scallop' paint. Meet theNEWStreet Bob®

Special Edition, along with theNEWSoftail® Breakout™at Riders, don’t miss the VIP launch of the Breakout™ on

Thursday 2ndMay from 6pm to 8pm

The exciting newR 1200GS is a complete redesign, with a new takeon the characteristic Boxer GS look and a new engine with liquidcooling and redesigned cylinder heads for improved performance.Contact our team in Cardiff on 02920 233559 to book yourtest ride now.

EVENTSFOR 2013Riders will be out and about during 2013 at manyevents, check out the calendar on page 2 and seewhere you can demo our bikes at a location that'sperhaps a bit closer to your home.

MARTIN JESSOPP ONBMW FOR BSB 2013

MESSAGEfrom Riders

Bridgwater Bristol Cardiff www.ridersmotorcycles.com

Welcome to the spring 2013 issueof the Riders Newsletter. It’s been acold long winter this year, we arepleased to see the temperatures risingand the days getting longer, fingerscrossed the rain of the last 2 yearswon't make an appearance again.

It's a busy time at Riders with plenty ofnew bikes for the 2013 season,including the new DucatiHyperstrada, Hypermotard, DiavelStrada and the BMWR 1200 GStogether with the new Harley-Davidson® Softail® Breakout™ andStreetbob® Special Edition. Don'tmiss the official test ride events inBristol on the 4th May and Bridgwateron the 5th May, whatever you rideseen you in the sunshine soon.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON®NEW BIKES and test ride

weekend

TESTRIDE THER1200 GSNOW! Martin Jessopp and The RidersMotorcycles.com

teamwill switch toBMW for the newBSBseason; the prestigiousmanufacturer featured inthe Showdown last year and was tantalisinglyclose to appearing on theMCEBritish SuperbikeChampionship podium for the first time.Readmore on page 8

NEWFOR 2013 - Helmets andAlpinestars clothing see page 3

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Events & News

At the time of printing our events for 2013 areas below, don't forget to check our websiteand facebook pages for the latest news.

April7th Sunday Prescott Bike Festival20th Saturday Italian Day Bristol20th Saturday Bike Safe, Castle

Combe27th Saturday Harley-Davidson® Demo

Event, Exeter

May2nd Thursday Harley-Davidson® VIP

evening4th -5th Harley-Davidson® Test

Ride Weekend3rd - 6th Bridgwater Chapter

Cider Rally11th Saturday Ducati Stradatour Demo

Day Bristol12th Sunday Ducati Stradatour Demo

DayAbergavenny19th Sunday Harley-Davidson® Event

Abergavenny - TBC

June9th Sunday Abergavenny Bike Show21st-23rd Bristol Chapter HOGs in

Hayfields28th Friday Llandow Track Day

Bookings taken NOW!30th Sunday Ducati Stradatour Demo

Day, Riders of Bridgwater

July6th Saturday Independence Day at

Bridgwater and Bristol4th Thursday American Power,

Weston Bike Night27th & 28th Aberdare Road Races

Sunday 7thApril

In 2013 the Ducati Demo Roadshows will see the launch of the Stradatour. Attend one of the events and youwill have the chance to take a longer ride (and with pillion if required) on one of Ducati's Strada bikes -Multistrada Granturismo, Multistrada Sport Touring, Diavel Strada or Hyperstrada.

The Stradatour will be at Riders of Bristol on the 11th May,Abergavenny Bus Station with Riders of Cardiff on12th May and at Riders of Bridgwater on Sunday 30th June(venue at time of printing is TBC)

PRESCOTTBIKE FESTIVAL

STRADATOURSCOMING TO YOU!

Following on from its successful launch in 2011 andrather damp 2012 show, the Prescott Bike Festival isset to continue into its third year. The 2011 event sawover 5,000 visitors and around 100 exhibitors combineto celebrate all things bike. The Prescott Bike Festivalwas born out of the need to raise awareness andfunds for the NationwideAssociation of Blood Bikes.

The 2013 event hopes to raise evenmoremoney andis set for Saturday 7thApril 2012. Set at one of the

most prestigious hill climb venues in the UK againstthe beautiful backdrop of the Cotswold countryside,the Prescott Bike Festival aims to provide somethingfor everyone. Riders will be exhibiting at the 2013Prescott Bike Festival, we hope to see you there.

More information about the festival can be foundwww.prescottbikefestival.co.uk

BIKE SAFE AT CASTLE COMBESATURDAY 20TH APRILNational Bikesafe & Castle Combe Track Experience is a one day event supported by National Bike Safe held at the Castle CombeRace Circuit. The event has two elements to the day, a pre-bookable assessed on road ride with an advanced Police motorcyclist on atwo to one basis and the show where Riders will be exhibiting and offering demo rides. All visitors will be able to enjoy the entertainment

which includes a professional stunt show and on track demonstration laps.

Entry to the show is free and open to the whole family; you canpre book your assessed ride viawww.bikesafe.co.uk

RIDERSEVENTSFOR 2013


Products & Clothing

VIPER AIRTEXTILE JACKET£169.99

GP PROGLOVES 2013£169.99

AST AIR TEXTILEJACKET £139.99

SP 8 GLOVES£64.99

SMX 1.1 BOOTS£129.99

Brand new and in store now the GTAir fromShoei. Shoei's 1st full face helmet with aninternal sun visor features a mix of style, sunprotection and ventilation. Its unique styleincorporates the flexibility of a drop down sunvisor into the helmet without sacrificing safety ofthe front absorption layer, multiple air inlets andoutlets and an integrated spoiler for the bestpossible performance. Combining fibreglasswith organic fibres, the GT-Air’s shell is not onlyincredibly strong, it is extremely lightweight. Instore now from £399

Ducati Monsterheadlight fairing was£236,NOW £145. FitsMonster up to 2000.

Carbon air deflectors fit 2002-2004749/999. Was £450 (pair), NOW £250.

GPS data-logger fits 848, 1098 and1198. Was £357, NOW £275.

SHOEIGTAIR

FROM£399

Carbon fairing V-piece fits 749/9992002-2005. Was £223NOW £150

BUY ONLINE: www.shop.ridersmotorcycles.com

HELMET FOR 2013...NEW

Astriking new paint scheme for the versatile Enduro Helmet echoesthe colours of the all-new R 1200 GS. This glass fibre helmet isreinforced with lightweight carbon and Kevlar, ensuring the bestpossible protection at the lowest possible weight.

Weighing just 1380g, it boasts a range of features includingremovable lining and chin pads, a detachable chin spoiler, peakand visor. These features, and more, allow riders to customizethe Enduro Helmet for different motorcycles and terrains, evenmid-ride, with just a few seconds work.

The Enduro Helmet, available in a selection of coloursand sizes, costs £330 for single colours and £350 for multi-

colour options.

BMW ENDUROHELMET

JAWS LEATHERJACKET£369.99

SAVE ONDUCATI PARTS

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• Comfortable natural fibre interior and ventilationsystem using air vents and diffusers

• QRGS: quick release goggle system• Double anti-fog and antiscratch visor

• Facial protection mask•Aerodynamic outer shell

• Easy fit for glasses wearers with the goggles

An urban biking helmet thatcombines compactness and great

looks. Arriving in store inApril

FROM£199

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©H-D 2013. Harley. Harley-Davidson® and the Bar & Shield logo are among the trademarks of H-D U.S.A., LLC.BUY ONLINE: www.shop.ridersmotorcycles.com

Tomake sure your Harley-Davidson®motorcycle is still running smoothlyhead down to our dealership ahead of the riding season. While in the care ofour staff, you can be sure that your pride and joy will be treated with love andattention and can sleep easy in the knowledge that your bike will bethoroughly checked over.

A service at a Harley-Davidson® dealership is a lot more than just an oilchange. Brakes, jiffy stand, latches, fuel lines, battery, suspension, steeringhead bearings, cables, wiring, electronic equipment, tyres and more are allinspected and adjusted appropriately. What’s more, the bike’s software ischecked for official updates - you can’t get this anywhere other than a Harley-Davidson® authorised dealer. In addition, you can be rest assured that aswell as all this, all transmission, engine and primary chaincase oils arechanged too.*

FREE LED Battery Low ChargeIndicator this SpringBook a service with Riders this spring and claim your free battery chargingharness, complete with LED charge indicator. Call our stores in Bridgwateror Bristol now!

NEW2013BIKES

NEWSTREET BOB®SPECIAL EDITIONBlacked out and refined to elemental bobber purity for 2013,it's a modern road machine with an authentic old-iron heart.Also available in an exclusively styled, Twin Cam 103™powered factory-customized limited edition. Two-tone 'Scallop'

paint, red rims, larger 103ci engine andABS as standard.Priced at £11,445, this special edition will

only be brought into the UK invery limited volumes!

NEW SOFTAIL®BREAKOUT™Big wheels, big paint and classic drag-bikeattitude meets premium modern refinementin this all-new attention-grabbingperformance cruiser. Long, low-slung with a240-section rear tyre and chopped fendersfor a muscular, tough look. The Breakout isavailable in three colours Vivid Black, BigBlue Pearl & Ember Red Sunglo pricedfrom £15,645

VIP SOFTAIL® BREAKOUT™EVENING & TEST RIDEWEEKENDKeepThursday2ndMayclear in your diaries for the launchof thenewSoftail®Breakout™.Wewill beopeningbothour Bridgwater and Bristol stores on Thursday evening from 6pm to 8pm for a VIP eveningwhere you will get tosee the newbike up close andpersonal for the first time,more details about the eventwill be available onourwebsitecloser to the time but it’s going to be a great evening.

Following on from the Thursday VIP evening event Riders will holding Harley-Davidson® test ride events onSaturday 4th in our Bristol store and our Bridgwater store is opening specially on the Sunday 5th from 10am to4pm to coincidewith theBridgwaterCiderRally. Thiswill be your chance to ride either the newStreetBob®SpecialEdition or the newSoftail® Breakout™ for the very first time, book your test ride now to avoid disappointment.

*Based on a 1,000-mile service on a 2010 Touring model

With the weather improving, many of you will be turning your attention back to two wheels and getting ready toget out on your bikes. However it’s worth bearing a few things inmind before heading out on the open road.


HYPERMOTARDAND HYPERMOTARD SP MODELS...

NOW IN STORE!

DUCATI UKHOSPITALITY AT BSBThe 2013 UK racing season starts on the weekend of 6th & 7thApril with the first round of BritishSuperbikes at Brands Hatch and Ducati are pleased to announce the first appearance of the new2013 Ducati UK Hospitality Unit.

Also in conjunction with thelaunch of Ducati insurance newPanigale purchasers will beentitled to a free Bike Tracsystem, including 1 yearsregistration and a 25% discountwhen they insure throughDucati insurance. This offer isalso valid from 2nd January to30th April 2013. For moreinformation on these great offersplease get in touch with yourlocal branch.

DUCATI STRADAWINTER GLOVES

WAS £169NOW £125

DUCATI PERFORATED LOGO T-SHIRT

WAS £30 NOW £20

A full time staff of Hosts/Hostess, Chefs, Baristasandwaiters will be available to guests together withthe opportunity to view a selection from the 2013model and apparel ranges.

Hospitality includes all day refreshments, lunch &dinner on Saturday, breakfast & lunch on race day,BSB/WSBK weekend entry ticket and Ducati UKHospitality pass for the package purchased.WSBK

Paddock Passes can only be purchased inconjunction with a Ducati UK Hospitality package.Weekend prices are £200 with race day only at£150, hospitality will be available at all rounds apartfrom Oulton, Knockhill, Cadwell andAssen.

All tickets are subjected to availability on a firstcome first served basis and availability is limited to100 places per day, contact us at Riders to makeyour purchase!

Brand new from the ground up, both models introduce the new 110hp Ducati 821ccTestastretta 11o engine in a new Trellis frame equipped with top-of-the range chassiscomponents. The Hypermotard and Hypermotard SP use sharp and sleek styling to maintain

an essential dirt-bike look, while enabling agile performance withexcellent ergonomics. The Ducati Safety Pack, consisting oflatest generation, three-level ABS and eight-level DucatiTractionControl, fully integratewith threeRide-by-Wire enginemaps to provide Ducati�s highly versatile Riding Modes atthe touch of a button.

High ground-clearance, a thin waistline and a commandingriding position deliver an instant supermotard feeling, whileproviding absolute street bike comfort and componentquality. The new range takes theHypermotard concept intothe future with refined design and user-friendly technologiesintended to enhance its enjoyment to awider range of riders.

These models join the new Multistrada, updated Diavelrange and 848 and 1199 Panigale families in thestunning 2013 Ducati model range.

Following their highly anticipated unveilingat the Milan International Motorcycle Showin November, the brand new Hypermotardmodels are in store now.

The new models deliver an exciting and fun-filledexperience, whether riding the daily commute or inthe middle of track-day action, and enable practical,everyday motorcycling in absolute Ducati style.

From 2nd January to 30th April low rate finance is available on new Monster and MonsterAnniversary models, with deposits of between 10% and 50% andAPRs from as low as 2.5%.

LOW RATE DUCATIFINANCE & FREE BIKE TRAC

M696+ for £149 Per MonthOTR £6,881.00Deposit £1,777.02Min Deposit % 26%Advance £5,103.98Term 36 MonthsAPR 3.3%APRInterest Rate (Fixed) 3.25%Monthly Repayments £149.00Total Amount Payable £7,141.02

AGV VALENTINOROSSI REPLICAHELMET

WAS £499NOW £399

£199

£199

FLEECEJACKET

DUCATIJACKET

WAS £336


The UltimateRiding Machine

Riders of Cardiff

S 1000 RRNOWWITH COMPLIMENTARY BMWTRACK & TRAINING DAYThis Spring, customers purchasing a newS 1000RRwill receive a complimentaryBMWTrack & Training Day (worth £295*).

BUY ONLINE: www.shop.ridersmotorcycles.com

Head-turning dealer deposit contributions are giving selectedR 1200 boxer-twinmodelsevenmore appeal right now.Customers can now benefit froma deposit contribution of £1,000towards the legendary R 1200 GSAdventure and the mile-munching R 1200 RT Tourer. Thisoffer also applies to great special edition variants of these models, such as the hugely popularR 1200GSAdventure Triple Black. These offers are available with BMWSelect Finance, whichalso gives you appealing monthly payments and a welcome choice of options at the end ofyour agreement*.

£1,000DEALER DEPOSIT CONTRIBUTION

Meet and be instructed by either WSBK champion Neil Hodgson, ex-GP rider NiallMackenzie or TT and BSB rider Steve Plater. By learning fromthe experts, you will have the opportunity to put your newskills and your new bike to the ultimate test at eitherDonington or Silverstone GP circuits.

With every new K 1600 GTSE/GTLE purchased before 30th April2013, customers will benefit from a complimentary ComfortPackage. This equates to a complimentary benefit of £1,010 (for theK 1600 GTSE) and £1,295 (for the K 1600 GTLE) respectively.

BMWR 1200 GSADVENTURETerm of agreement 36 months Option to Purchase Fee £10

35 Monthly payments £149 Optional Final Payment £6,218.98

On the road cash price £12,345 Total Amount Payable £14,482.98

Customer Deposit £1,899 Total Amount of Credit £9,446

Dealer Deposit £1,000 Rate of Interest 8.7% Fixed

Total Deposit £2,899 Representative APR 9.5%

ComplimentaryCOMFORTPACKwith K 1600TOURING JUST BECAMEMORE LUXURIOUS.

NEW GSDRYRANGE

GS Dry Suit - £750Crafted from breathable, tough Cordura 500 fabric, the GSDry Suit is ready to take on any weather and terrain,featuring a wind and waterproof C.A.R.E Climate membraneand BMWMotorrad’s own NPprotectors.

A hybrid textile/leather blend with theoutstanding Gore-Tex X-Trafitmembrane. Offering protection fromthe elements on and off-road, the GSDry Glove features abrasion-resistantSuperFabric on the hand andmemory foam for impact protection.

Rallye GSPro Boot - £300Unique articulated ankle joint,allowing flexibility for riding andwalking, but protecting againstimpact and torsion. Comfort isequally provided for by a removablepadded neoprene liner with gelcushioning.

GSDryGlove - £85

K 1600 GTL PackIncludes

LED Fog LightsElectronic SuspensionAdjustment (ESA)Anti-theft alarm system

K 1600 GT PackIncludes

Electronic SuspensionAdjustment (ESA)Anti-theft alarm system


Clothing and Offers

WORLD OF BMWANNOUNCES FULL 2013PROGRAMME

HARLEY-DAVIDSON®SPRING CLOTHING

£86Fleece

£210Ladies3-in-1

£91

LadiesVelocity

Base Layer

£91Hoodie

BMWMotorrad has been developing its ownmotorcycle helmets since 1961. The System 6 EVOhelmet is the current highlight of the ‘BMW helmets’products and is yet again setting the standard insafety, comfort, and design. In store now from £420

BMW SYSTEM 6EVO HELMET

DUCATIDREAMTOURSAPERFECTWEEKEND OFITALIANMOTORCYCLING

£59T- Shirt

£75

WovenShirt

£59

ZipT-Shirt

£21Cap

Ducati is gearing-up for the new ridingseason with Ducati Dream Tours. the perfectweekend of Italian motorcycling that combinesthe unforgettable experience of visiting thefamous Italian motorcycle Factory andMuseum with the pleasure of riding a Ducatialong the legendary roads that surroundBologna. Find out more by visiting theExperience - Ducati Travels section of theofficial Ducati.com website.

Pro KidneyBelt£65

ChronographWatch

£169

BUY ONLINE NOW: www.shop.ridersmotorcycles.com

World of BMW which includes BMWTours, BMW Rider Training and BMWOff Road Skills, has launched its fullprogramme of activities for 2013.Whether a novice or seasoned rider,World of BMW encompasses all that’sgreat aboutmotorcycling, fromobtaininga motorcycle licence or improving ridingskills with advanced training, through toindulging in a BMW Track Activitiestraining day, someworld-class off-roadtuition or even crossing a far-off deserton the motorcycle tour of a lifetime.

The brand-new 2013 World ofBMWActivity Brochure, whichcontains over 20 tours, 11 off-road riding experiences andseven on-road trainingcourses, is now available viaBMW Motorrad Dealershipsand to view online atwww.worldofbmw.com.

Summer 3TouringTrousers

£165


Bridgwater Bristol Cardiff www.ridersmotorcycles.com

Riders of Bristol519-521 Stockwood Road,Brislington, Bristol BS4 5LRTel: 0117 958 8777

Riders of CardiffSloper Road,Cardiff CF11 8ABTel: 02920 233559

Opening Times:

Monday - Saturday

9.00am - 6.00pm

Riders of BridgwaterRiders House, Wylds Road,Bridgwater TA6 4DHTel: 01278 457 652’

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Yeovil's Jessopp has been a regular protagonistin the championship, scoring top ten finishes andjust missed out on a maiden podium finish atDonington Park in 2012. Jessopp competed intheWorld Supersport Championship last seasonbut now is turning his attention back to Britain ashe prepares to return stronger and determined toclaim a position in the coveted end of seasonShowdown.

The RidersMotorcycles.com teamwill switch to BMW for the newseason; the prestigiousmanufacturer featured in theShowdown last year and wastantalisingly close to appearingon the MCE BritishSuperbike Championshippodium for the firsttime.

Martin Jessopp said: "I have unfinished businessin BSB and that is why I want to get back outthere again. I think I took a year away at thewrong time in hindsight; at the time it was for theright reasons but I left when I was atmy strongestposition in the championship. It feels good to beback and on a competitive bike and everyonehas seen that the BMW is a strong package inBSB. I want to start the season and straight awaypick upwhere we left off; there is no time to settlein and get comfortable but because I have racedthe BMW before I don't think it will be an issue.We have the bikes stripped down at the momentand planning our test schedule so we can beready for Brands Hatch. I want to be back upand fighting at the front and definitely pushingfor the Showdown."

Team owner Phil Jessopp said: "I am pleased toannounce that the teamwill be back in the BritishSuperbike Championship this season after atough year in 2012.We really are looking forwardto the new season and pushing to try andimprove on our previous results in thechampionship. Martin has learnt a lot and I thinkthat will benefit him this season. We are nowlooking forward to our first test with the BMW; thebike clearly has strong potential in thechampionship andwe are feeling confident aboutthe forthcoming season."

WatchMartin when the series kicks off at BrandsHatch from the 5th to 7th April

DUCATI GRANDSTANDSMOTOGP 2013

JESSOPP ON BMWFOR 2013 BSB

Silverstone will be host to the British MotoGP race on September 1, where Ducati fans will be able to see the actionfrom a reserved Grandstand at Luffield B. The covered Luffield B Grandstand provides fans with a spectacular view ofthe bikes arriving down the Wellington Straight into Brooklands Corner before negotiating Luffield.

Weekend ticket prices for a reserved seat are £110 and £95 for Sunday only. Included in the price of the Grandstandticket will be a 'goody bag' which will include a Ducati T-shirt, lanyard and flag.

£299while stocks last!

While stocks last we have a limited numberof System 6 Helmets in our Cardiff store withconsiderable savings. The BMW MotorradSystem 6 helmet makes a wireless voice linkpossible between two helmets and otherBluetooth components like a navigationsystem, mobile telephone, or MP3 player.

BMW SYSTEM 6HELMETS

As well as contacting us by phone or in person we are veryhappy to take e-mail enquiries, either use the contact form

on our website or simply direct your enquiry to

[email protected]

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